Assembly Members in the Afigya Kwabre South Municipality have demanded the immediate removal of the District Coordinating Director, Yvonne Naboo, accusing her of unilaterally suspending the operationalization of a quarry fund meant to generate revenue for development projects. According to the assembly, the fund was suspended following an illegal takeover of the revenue collection point by thugs after the 2024 elections. The members argue that the decision to halt the fund was made without their consultation, affecting the municipality’s revenue mobilization efforts. Speaking to Citi News on March 5, the Assembly Member for the Buoho Electoral Area, Evans Kusi Worae,…
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Member of Parliament (MP) for Hohoe, Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo has cautioned former Hohoe MP John Peter Amewu to desist from tarnishing the reputation of the constituency, stressing that Hohoe is a peaceful place. His statement follows reports indicating that some unknown assailants, on Wednesday, March 5, stormed the former MP’s residence and fired gunshots with one purporting to be a court bailiff. In an exclusive interview on Channel One Newsroom on Wednesday, March 5, Tsekpo refuted claims that gunmen reportedly stormed the residence of Amewu in Hohoe. He maintains that it was only a delegation which included a court bailiff and a…
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has admitted he was “clumsy” in his remarks about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and admitted that he “got it wrong” after facing backlash. Carragher sparked controversy by suggesting that AFCON was not a “major tournament” while discussing Mohamed Salah’s chances of winning the 2025 Ballon d’Or. He argued that Salah’s bid for the award could be hindered because he was “not playing in a major tournament,” despite excelling for Liverpool. His comments were widely criticised, with many pointing out that AFCON is Africa’s premier football competition. Addressing the backlash on CBS Sports’ Golazo Show,…
The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has urged Premier League Club representatives to apply the knowledge gained from the FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management workshop, which concluded on Wednesday March 5, 2025. The President made the remarks when he closed the two-day workshop, organised for top Ghana Premier League Executives and supported by the world governing body, FIFA, at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence (GSCE) in Prampram. President Simeon-Okraku also expressed his gratitude to FIFA for supporting the Football Association’s efforts to enhance football development, while urging the club representatives to apply the knowledge…
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has inaugurated a 17-member ministerial committee tasked with revitalizing the region’s declining film industry, popularly known as Kumawood. With Kumawood facing a downturn in recent years, the committee has been charged with developing a strategic framework to rejuvenate the industry and create sustainable employment opportunities for industry players. The committee comprises representatives from various sectors of the film industry, including veteran actors Oheneyere Mercy Asiedu and Bill Asamoah. It will be chaired by Bishop Ofori-Adu. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, March 4, Dr. Amoakohene urged the members to remain united and…
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his commitment to paying modest allowances to Assemblymen and women, a promise he made during his campaign. “I did promise to pay modest allowances to our Assemblymen and women. I am committed to that promise,” President Mahama said while delivering his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament last Thursday. President Mahama noted that decentralisation had been at the heart of the country’s governance system, yet key players in the process such as Assemblymen and women often faced neglect and inadequate compensation. Election of MMDCEs The President also reaffirmed his commitment to…
The Electronic Money Issuers (EMIs) Chamber of Ghana has condemned the recent wave of violent attacks targeting mobile money agents across the country. In a press release, the Chamber expressed its deepest condolences to the families of agents who have lost their lives and called for urgent measures to protect these essential workers in Ghana’s financial ecosystem. The Chamber highlighted the critical role mobile money agents play in facilitating secure and accessible financial transactions for millions of Ghanaians. However, the alarming rise in attacks on these agents has raised serious concerns about their safety and the stability of the financial…
The Minority in Parliament has rejected claims by President John Dramani Mahama that his administration resolved the power crisis, popularly known as “dumsor,” in 2016. Addressing the press on Monday, March 3, former Finance Minister Mohammed Amin Adam called on President Mahama to release a load-shedding timetable as parts of the country continue to experience intermittent electricity supply. President Mahama, in his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) of his second term, attributed the current challenges to a huge debt in the energy sector. However, Dr. Amin Adam dismissed this assertion, arguing that the previous administration, under Nana Addo…
In an active attempt to bolster the Ghana women’s national team, Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren embarked on a far-reaching player scouting mission in Europe. With international friendlies and Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) around the corner, this move represents the resolve towards talent scouting and nurturing for the coveted tournament. Coach Kim’s journey began in Sweden, where he had the ringside experience of the brilliance of former Black Princesses star Sharon Sampson. Pitea IF player Sharon showed her worth during a must-win Swedish Cup tie against Alingsas IF, making a vital contribution toward guiding her team…
Madam Cecilia Atootaga, the mother of embattled Hiplife musician Okomfo Kwadee, has publicly refuted allegations that she is responsible for her son’s prolonged struggles and has been preventing his colleagues from offering assistance. Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz over the weekend, she pleaded with the public to stop spreading falsehoods about her role in her son’s situation. According to Madam Atootaga, these allegations were propagated by Hammer Nti, who has been overseeing Kwadee’s welfare in recent times. She revealed that she had initially wanted fellow musician-turned-evangelist, Lord Kenya, to take charge of Kwadee’s rehabilitation, believing he was well-suited to help…