The Medical Director of the Trauma and Specialist Hospital at Winneba in the Central Region, Dr George Prah has temporary been relieved of his post pending the outcome of the investigation into the alleged abandonment of a patient in a bush, which led to the death of the patient. He is to step aside until […]
Demo against sale of SSNIT hotels comes off today
North Tongu Member of Parliament (MP), Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa will today, June 18, 2024, lead a mammoth demonstration against the sale of four Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) hotels to Rock City Hotel Limited, owned by the Minister of Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong. Dubbed Hands off our Hotels, the protest seeks to compel President […]
Govt Releases Funds To Clear Medical Supplies At Tema Port
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has announced that it has received funds from the Ministry of Finance necessary for the clearance of the Global Fund medical supplies that are currently at the Tema port. In a recent statement released on Thursday, June 13, the ministry noted that it has received an amount of GH¢7,429,694.39 from […]
Committee recommends capping MPs and ministers in constitutional review
The Constitutional Review Consultative Committee, established by the government, has proposed capping the size of Parliament.The committee suggests amending Article 93 to ensure that parliament comprises not more than 277 elected Members. This recommendation aims to streamline legislative processes and enhance efficiency within the parliamentary system.Additionally, the committee recommends amending Article 47 to align with […]
Presidents must pay tax on their salaries–Constitution Review Committee
The Constitution Review Consultative Committee is advocating for the scrapping of Article 68 (5) of the Constitution to compel presidents to pay tax on their salaries and emoluments to set an example to the citizenry. The committee is of the view that this change will reflect the principle of equality before the law and align […]
Patient allegedly abandoned in a bush by the Winneba Government Hospital dies
A patient allegedly abandoned in a bush by the Winneba Government Hospital has tragically died. The incident occurred at Gomoa Ojobi, where the patient was reportedly left without any medical assistance or support. In a report by Accra based UTV, the deceased, an elderly woman, was part of patients that were taken to the Winneba […]
2024 Hajj: Two Ghanaian Pilgrims Die In Saudi Arabia
Two Ghanaian Hajj pilgrims have died from various health complications in Saudi Arabia.The deceased, believed to be from Damongo in the Savannah region, passed away on Sunday, June 9, and Wednesday, June 12, respectively. Over four thousand Ghanaian pilgrims are currently in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform the annual Hajj ritual. Chairman of […]
Nigeria’s Gas Challenge Pushes ECG, GRIDCo To Announce 3-Week Load Management
The Ghana Grid Company Limited, (GRIDCo) and the Electricity Company of Ghana, (ECG) have announced a possible load management for three weeks. In a joint statement issued on Thursday, June 13, ECG and GRIDCo clarified that the load management is necessary “due to maintenance works being undertaken by a gas supplier in Nigeria and is […]
Government Has Abandoned Bediako Community – Chief Cries Out
The Krontihene of Bediako, Nana Kwasi Nyame, has voiced his concerns over the lack of government support for the Bediako Community in the Asunafo North Municipality of the Ahafo Region. He lamented the absence of developmental projects initiated by the government, highlighting that all existing projects have been undertaken through the efforts of the local […]
Government Has Abandoned Bediako Community – Chief Cries Out
The Krontihene of Bediako, Nana Kwasi Nyame, has voiced his concerns over the lack of government support for the Bediako Community in the Asunafo North Municipality of the Ahafo Region. He lamented the absence of developmental projects initiated by the government, highlighting that all existing projects have been undertaken through the efforts of the local […]