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Kasoa: Truck driver dies, two others critically injured

The driver of a tipper truck has died while two other persons are critically injured following an accident at Krispol City Junction, Kasoa on Friday, June 21. The driver who fell beneath the vehicle was run over by the tyres and died instantly. His mates also suffered critical injuries and …

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GRA directs SML to resume monitoring operations in Downstream Petroleum sector

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has directed the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) to resume its monitoring operations of the Downstream Petroleum sector effective June 14, 2024. The GRA in a statement dated June 12, 2024, to the Bulk Oil Distributors explained that the directive is in accordance with President Akufo-Addo’s …

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Bole: NPP’s Savannah Regional Vice Chairman, one other allegedly brutalised by soldiers

Some soldiers sent to a galamsey area in Bole in the Savannah Region are alleged to have brutalised the vice regional chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Yakubu Mahama. It is alleged that the soldiers were deployed to protect Chinese nationals engaging in illegal mining in the area. A …

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NPP’s track record shows they can’t deliver – Prof Opoku-Agyemang

The running mate of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has warned Ghanaians to be cautious of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 slogan, “It is possible,” claiming that the ruling party cannot deliver on its promises. Speaking during an engagement with female media professionals in …

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West Africa Music and Arts Festival launched in Accra

The West Africa Music and Arts Festival (WAMAFEST) has officially been launched in Accra bringing together prominent figures in the music industry and stakeholders from across West Africa. The festival promises to be an exciting celebration of the subregion’s rich cultural legacy and its global significance. It will conclude on …

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FDA Alcohol Ad ban not well thought out – Akofa Edjeani

Veteran actress, Akofa Edjeani has disapproved of the recent Supreme Court ruling to uphold the Food and Drug Authority’s (FDA) directive to ban celebrities from commercializing alcoholic beverages. Speaking in an interview with Johnnie Hughes on 3FM’s Sunrise, the actress believes there were no proper consultations by the FDA before …

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It is a no for me’ – Joe mettle refuses to take sponsorship from alcoholic brands

Multiple award-winning gospel musician, Joe Mettle has reiterated his position about alcoholic brands. He has said that he will not accept sponsorship from these companies, even if they are offering to help with his events or activities. “It is a no for me. Let me even put the faith aside, …

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High fees scare foreign students from UHAS

The ever-increasing high School fees at University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) is contributing to the low patronage of its services by foreign nationals. Since the establishment of the University in 2011 by an Act of Parliament, Act 828, foreign students were admitted upon payment of fees, which quantum …

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I don’t consider my age as nuisance but a blessing – Prof Opoku-Agyemang to critics 

Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang speaking at her outdoor event in April Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate to the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has responded to criticisms from Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin questioning her suitability for the second highest office based on her age. Mr Mahama, …

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NUGS 56th Women’s Dev’t Sec. Jesisca Twumasi bags prestigious award at Visionary African Women Summit 

In a remarkable testament to her unwavering dedication to women’s empowerment, Jesisca Twumasi, the 56th National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) Secretary for Women’s Development has been honoured with the prestigious visionary African female icon Award at the Visionary African Women Summit held at the Kigali Serena Hotel in Rwanda. …

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