Anti-LGBTQ+ bill: President Akufo-Addo to wait for Supreme Court ruling
President Nana Akufo-Addo has said he will not assent to an anti-gay bill until the Supreme Court rules on its constitutionality. Earlier, the finance ministry warned that billions of dollars in World Bank funding could be lost if the bill becomes became law. Passed by parliament last week, the bill imposes a jail term of up to three years for identifying...
A/R: Hakia Consult organizes quiz competition to promote academic excellence in Islamic schools
A Social Entrepreneurship firm in Ghana, Hakia Consult, has organized a quiz competition among Islamic schools in the Ashanti Region with the aim of promoting academic excellence. The competition, which sought to identify and nurture talents in Islamic schools for participation in the National Science and Maths Quiz competition, attracted the participation of 81 schools. The finals of the competition took...
I want to get citizenship in Ghana—Meek Mill
American rapper Meek Mill has announced a desire to obtain Ghanaian citizenship. According to the Philadelphia-born rapper, he settled to America's oppressiveness to the growth of Black peoples "I wanna get citizenship in Ghana!!!! America is made to tear black people down if you don't follow orders!" he tweeted in an X post on March 5, 2024. In December 2022, the rapper...
Ghana Culture Forum launches of Ghana Culture Week 2024
The Ghana Culture Forum has launched the 2024 edition of its flagship program, the Ghana Culture Week. This, according to the Ghana Culture Forum is to commemorate Ghanaian culture and its place in national development. The Ghana Culture Week, formerly Ghana Culture Day was launched in 2012 on March 14 and is celebrated every year with activities such as a...
American Football Star Charles Harris Explores Ghana with Leading Electronic & Cyber Security Titans; VSA – VIA
In a fusion of sports, culture, and technology, American football star Charles Harris is embarking on a vibrant tour of Ghana, showcasing the beautiful blend of global connections and local heritage. The Detroit Lions defensive end, known for his awe-inspiring presence on the field, is taking a journey off the gridiron to explore the riches of Ghana’s culture, heritage,...
Don’t assent to Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill – Finance Ministry tells Akufo-Addo
The Ministry of Finance has urged President Akufo-Addo to refrain from signing the recently passed Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill into law. In a press release issued on Monday, March 4, the Finance Ministry cautioned that such action could lead to severe repercussions on the country’s financial support from international organisations like the Bretton Woods Institutions. The statement highlighted concerns that the expected US$300...
COVID Levy is a Foolish Tax – A Plus Berates Gov’t
Social commentator Kwame A Plus, born Kwame Asare Obeng, is of the view that the COVID tax being charged does not make sense. The COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy is a stand-alone levy applied to the gross value of taxable supplies of goods and services provided under the Standard Rate and VAT Flat Rate Schemes. Except as otherwise provided in this Act,...
Reekado Bankz Addresses Rumoured Beef With Don Jazzy
Nigerian singer, Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon, popularly known as Reekado Banks, has at last confronted the speculated feud with former label head, the illustrious Don Jazzy. He decisively debunked the rumor in a recent sit-down with media luminary, Daddy Freeze, who conducted an in-depth interrogation regarding his purportedly strained relationship with Don Jazzy. In his response, Reekado vehemently denied the rumors, emphasizing...
NAPO is Best Choice for NPP’s Running Mate Position – Dr Asah-Asante
A Senior Political Science lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Asah-Asante, has proposed that Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh is the most suitable choice for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's running mate. Dr. Asah-Asante asserted that Dr. Opoku Prempeh has demonstrated exceptional competence in various roles, making him the preferred candidate for the running mate position. During an interview on...
EC Unveils Calendar Ahead of Election 2024
The Electoral Commission (EC) will receive nominations of candidates for this year’s presidential and parliamentary elections from September 9 to 13 in a major countdown to the climax of the political season. This will be followed by the balloting for positions on the presidential ballot paper on September 23, 2024, and the parliamentary balloting on September 24, 2024. Furthermore, the EC...
