Author: SAMUEL
Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram and Minister for Communications and Digital Innovation, Sam George, has sharply responded to comments made by the Ranking Member on Defence and Interior, Ntim Fordjour, regarding his call for a review of the age limit for military enlistment. In a recent social media post, Sam George expressed disappointment at Ntim Fordjour’s interpretation of his proposal, describing it as misguided and unnecessary. “Sometimes, just sometimes, silence makes one appear wise and knowledgeable,” Sam George began in a pointed jab. “The logic espoused by my friend and colleague is so rich that I am lost for…
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has announced that the second Interim Payment Certificate (IPC) for contractors working on the La General Hospital project has been processed and forwarded to the Ministry of Finance for payment. During a visit to the project site with La Dadekotopon MP Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, the Minister addressed concerns from contractors about funding delays that had slowed construction. Akandoh assured them that the government is taking steps to ensure steady progress. “The second IPC has been raised, and we have forwarded it to the Ministry of Finance. We have done some follow-ups together with the…
Violence in the communities of Asemko and Butre in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region, due to disagreements over chieftaincy, has claimed the life of one person and provoked a massive arson that has left many houses burnt down. The chieftaincy conflict was rekindled when some community members of Asemko sought to enstool a new chief. The move was opposed by rival communities, resulting in the destruction of property and the death of one person, who was allegedly decapitated. The chieftaincy conflict has lingered on for years, but the attempt to put in place a new chief led…
Some motorcyclists who went on a demonstration against the arrest of a colleague at the Tesano Divisional Motor Transport and Traffic Directorate (MTTD) have been arrested. The suspects Lovinghananews.com gathered will be arraigned before court today, 9th October 202,5, though the charges to be preferred against them remain unknown. According to Lovinghananews.com sources, Forty-Six (46), being led by one Ebenezer Ankomah who claimed to be the leader of the Courier Services Association and suspect rider Banisa Joseph invaded the Tesano Divisional MTTD premises, blowing their horns in protest against the arrest and prosecution of their member, who was arrested in…
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is expected to undertake a scheduled maintenance works in five regions today, Thursday, October 9 as part of efforts to enhance electricity supply and improve service delivery. According to separate notices issued by ECG on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 the exercise will affect parts of the Greater Accra, Ashanti, Central, Volta, and Tema regions between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In the Greater Accra Region, areas to be affected by the maintenance works include; Otinibi, Danfa, Kerman, Oyibi, Amrahia, New Bortianor, Adanseman, Cassava Farm, Mr. Obeng Block Factory, Oshiyie, Dome Mega Church, Paa Dan,…
Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) Dr Johnson Asiama, has said that a proposal is being prepared for submission to Parliament, which will pave the way for the implementation phase for the non-interest banking and finance. He said that when parliament resumes sitting, the BoG team will engage the lawmakers on the proposal. Dr Asiama said this during the 126th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) press conference, when asked for the latest update regarding the progress on non-interest banking and finance. In answer, he said, ” Professor [John] Gatsi and his team have made commendable progress. We have conducted several…
The comment made by President John Dramani Mahama that the cedi was being allowed to adjust to its true market value was a factual statement, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama has said. Answering questions during the 126th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in Accra, Dr Asiama stated that the floating exchange rate framework allows exchange rate flexibility, which is particularly useful in helping the economy absorb external shocks without depleting international reserves to defend the currency. “Indeed, that is factual. Ghana operates under a managed floating exchange rate regime, not a fixed or pegged exchange rate regime.…
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) Task Force has arrested two Chinese nationals and intercepted Burkinabè workers in separate anti-galamsey operations in the Western North and Western Regions. On Wednesday, 8 October 2025, the Task Force stormed the Tano Anwia Forest Reserve in Jomoro after intelligence indicated that illegal mining was taking place along the Tano River. Access was initially delayed by Forest Guards, but operatives forced entry into the reserve, where they discovered an active mining site. A Toyota Land Cruiser V8 attempted to flee, but two Chinese nationals on board were apprehended. A third suspect managed to…
The Government of Ghana has signed a Bilateral Debt Restructuring Agreement with the Kingdom of Spain, marking the fifth such agreement concluded under the country’s Official Creditor Framework. The agreement was signed on behalf of the Republic of Ghana by the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, and on behalf of Spain by the Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Ángel Lossada Torres-Quevedo. This development forms part of Ghana’s ongoing efforts to restore debt sustainability and strengthen the foundations for economic recovery. It follows earlier bilateral agreements concluded with China Exim Bank, France, Finland, and the United Kingdom. The Finance…
Bono Region Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Kwame Baffoe (Abronye) Barely a month after being released on bail by an Accra circuit court over charges of publication of false news and offensive conduct due to the breach of peace, NPP Bono Regional Chairman, Kwame Baffoe also known as Abronye DC has been picked up again. Abronye was rearrested on Wednesday, October 8 and charged with publication of false news with intent to create fear and panic and offensive conduct and has been granted a bail of GHC1million with two sureties. This will be the second time the NPP…