“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others” – Nelson Rolihlala Mandela The history of the African liberation struggle would be incomplete without the personal history and motivations of Nelson Rolihlala Mandela. As Daniel Lieberfeld wrote, the … Read more
The First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo, has appealed to traditional leaders in the Central Region to help address alarming rates of reported teenage pregnancy cases in the area, in support of her women and girls’ empowerment initiative. She expressed worry over the high prevalence of teenage pregnancy and low rates of girl-child education in the … Read more
The Western Regional Director of Education, Enyonam Afi Amefugah, who allegedly caned a Class 2 female teacher of Well-Road Methodist School at Sekondi in front of her pupils, has apologized for her action. The female teacher, Eva Mensah, was purportedly caned by the director for whipping some of the pupils, who showed up in class … Read more
The Western Regional Director of Education, Enyonam Afi Amefugah, has denied caning a female teacher who whipped some class-two pupils for showing up late for school to write examination. The teacher at Well Road Primary School in Sekondi was “hitting the legs” of the pupils with cane Wednesday when the Director chanced on the incident … Read more
Former President John Dramani Mahama has advised African leaders not to overstay their welcome, especially after their constitutional tenures end. He said given the current development needs of Africa, leaders who can act with a sense of urgency are supposed to be at the helm of affairs. Ghana’s former president made these remarks at the … Read more
I salute the journey of a working woman and a woman of heart on International Women’s Day – Matilda Amissah- Arthur I would want to advice my fellow colleagues to stop giving the Second Lady Samira Bawumia negative attention and publicity when it comes to her preference of dressing, as a Moslem woman. It is … Read more
Award-winning actress, Juliet Ibrahim has joined the prestigious group of brand ambassadors of telecommunications giant, Globacom. Globacom disclosed this in a press statement announcing that they have inducted four ambassadors, Juliet Ibrahim, Olamide, Timaya and Joselyn Dumas into the exclusive Hall of Fame for Globacom’s brand icons. The new ambassadors would be joining the likes … Read more
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for the Daffiama-Bussei-Isa constituency has lauded the creation of the Sanitation and Water Resources Ministry. Dr. Sebastian Sandaare a Medical Doctor cum politician who has been a strong advocate for more attention to be given to sanitation believes the creation of the ministry shows that the … Read more
The 2016 presidential candidate of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), Papa Kwesi Nduom insists that his party remains an alternative to Ghana’s political establishment despite a poor showing in the 2016 general elections. Nduom in a statement issued to disappointed party supporters said he is proud of their efforts, assuring that Ghanaians will reward the … Read more
The leader of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP) Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom has served notice his party will offer “positive opposition” to the incoming New Patriotic Party administration. “We have come to stay. We will consolidate, get stronger and become a better competitor. We will go to every community that welcomes us and work with … Read more
The 2016 presidential of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), Papa Kwesi Nduom has expressed optimism that Ghanaians will reward the party with victory in the country’s subsequent general elections. In a statement is console disgruntled supporters across the country he said “We tried our best, we fought for change, with enthusiasm, but the wind of … Read more
The Progressive People’s Party says it will collaborate positively as an opposition, with the incoming Akufo-Addo government to ensure the implementation of good ideas and solutions to Ghana’s problems. It however warned it would be critical of the government where necessary, the party said in a post-election statement signed by its founder and presidential candidate, … Read more
Dr Nduom is the founder of the PPP The Progressive People’s Party says it will collaborate positively as an opposition, with the incoming Akufo-Addo government to ensure the implementation of good ideas and solutions to Ghana’s problems. It however warned it would be critical of the government where necessary, the party said in a post-election … Read more
My-Star Radio, an African Radio station which operates out of the Delaware Valley in the US finalized arrangements in November 2016 to formally begin broadcasting LIVE News segment from one of the biggest media companies in Ghana – Citi FM. This present arrangement means My-Star Radio will be able to pick up the feed for … Read more
The Electoral Commission has responded to the National Democratic Party (NDP) and explained that it acted within its powers by disqualifying Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings and eleven others from the 2016 presidential election. The NDP in a letter through its lawyers had asked the EC to reinstate Agyeman-Rawlings as a presidential candidate or face a lawsuit. But in an 11-page response … Read more
Employment and Labour Relations Minister, Haruna Iddrisu has filed his nomination to contest as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for the Tamale South Constituency of the Northern Region. The outspoken legislator who has for three consecutive terms proven his superiority over the New Patriotic Party (NPP) since succeeded the seat from the late … Read more
He made political history in the Yagaba/Kubori Constituency of the Northern Region which has traditionally been voting for the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) by winning the seat for the first time on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) since 1992 when the Fourth Republic was installed. Thirty-seven-year-old business executive, Mustapha Ussif, was … Read more
By Austin Brakopowers As the December election draws close, Ghanaians argue over the role of the church in politics. Those who believe the church should be walled from politics are growing loud by the day. But which is the right way? Should the church be walled or not? Religion has been elevated to the great … Read more
Communications Minister Dr. Edward Omane Bomah says President Mahama will increase his vote margin astronomically in the northern region compared to what he got in the 2012 elections. He says his conviction stems from the unprecedented and massive show of love by the people in the region for the president and for the NDC as … Read more
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Tamale South Constituency has pledged to garner 70,000 votes to back the second term bid of President John Mahama. Haruna Iddrisu says even though there are challenges facing the economy, youth unemployment and problems with the education system, the President has put in place the requisite measures to address … Read more