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Isaac Adongo Takes Charge Of Finance Committee, Abena Osei-Asare To Head PAC
In an effort to improve legislative monitoring and governance, Parliament has announced a reorganization of its committees, including the nomination of prominent leaders. One of the most significant developments is the appointment of Abena Osei-Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), an important committee tasked with examining government spending and guaranteeing accountability in the use of public funds. She takes the place of James Avedzi, who was Ketu North’s previous Member of Parliament. The selection of Isaac Adongo, a member of parliament representing Bolgatanga Central, as chairman of the finance committee is another noteworthy development. Adongo will head the committee’s study of the national budget, tax laws, and other important financial topics thanks to his knowledge of economics and finance. Kwaku Agyemang Kwarteng has also been named Chairman ofOne of the most significant developments is the appointment of Abena Osei-Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), an important committee tasked with examining government spending and guaranteeing accountability in the use of public funds. She takes the place of James Avedzi, who was Ketu North’s previous Member of Parliament. This committee plays a vital role in overseeing the preparation and implementation of…
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Mahama’s Government Has Only 30 Presidential Staffers – Kwakye Ofosu Counters Misinformation
Claims that President John Dramani Mahama has appointed 100 people to be presidential staffers have been denied by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of State for Government Communications. He claims that only 30 staff members have been appointed by the president, which is a much smaller number than the previous administration had. This statement is in response to statements made by Samuel Abu Jinapor, the Member of Parliament for Damongo, who claimed that President Mahama had not fulfilled his promise to form a lean government by appointing more than 100 staffers to the presidency and more than 60 ministers as promised. More Speaking on the issue at a news conference on Friday, March 7, 2025, Kwakye Ofosu denied any allegations of nepotism and said that all presidential workers had been openly declared.He claims that only 30 staff members have been appointed by the president, which is a much smaller number than the previous administration had. This statement is in response to statements made by Samuel Abu Jinapor, the Member of Parliament for Damongo, who claimed that President Mahama had not fulfilled his promise to form a lean government by appointing more than 100 staffers to the presidency and more than 60 ministers as promised. Everybody who has been appointed as a presidential staffer has been named in a…
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9 MPs, Led by Sosu, Push for Reintroduction Of Anti-Witchcraft Bill
As International Women’s Day approaches, Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament for Madina, has reintroduced the Anti-Witchcraft Accusation Bill, which…
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Ridge Hospital Expansion: Government To Introduce Teaching Facilities
The government intends to transform the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, also referred to as the Ridge Hospital, into a Teaching…
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Ashanti Regional Minister Offers Financial Aid Of GHC5K Each To Odumase Explosion Victims
Following a horrific explosion that left three people dead and numerous more injured, Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene has…
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Agbodza, Ibrahim Mahama Provide Aid To Ketu South Following Tidal Wave Disaster
Following the devastating tidal waves that have struck communities in Ketu South, generous support has poured in to assist those…
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Massive Fire Guts Dormitory At Sakafia Islamic School
Students of Sakafia Islamic Basic School in Sawaba, Asokore Mampong Municipality, Ashanti Region, are in shock and sorrow after a…
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Kwaw Kese Loses Mother
Kwaw Kese revealed his mother’s death on social media and is currently grieving the loss of Madam Yaa Serwaa. On…
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Violent Clash At Christian Methodist SHS Injures Two
Violent altercations between students and inhabitants of New Aplaku in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region resulted…
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Sad News: Rev Obofour’s Mother Passes Away
Rev. Obofour Antwi, the founder and leader of Anointed Palace Chapel, is in sorrow over his mother, Afia Pokuaa, also…
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Renewed Debate As Anti-Gay Bill Returns To Parliament
The Member of Parliament for Assin South, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, has confirmed that proponents of the Human Sexual Rights…
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James Gardiner Named Deputy Executive Secretary Of National Film Authority
Prominent actor James Gardiner has been named deputy executive secretary of the National Film Authority (NFA) by President John Dramani…
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Tragedy In Manso-Asamang: Mobile Money Vendor Gunned Down
Augustine Mensah, a 33-year-old mobile money vendor in Manso-Asamang, in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region, was shot…
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Ghana To Announce Jordan Ayew As Black Stars Captain
Ghana’s senior national team is expected to appoint Jordan Ayew, a forward for the Black Stars, as its new captain.…
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GFA Reveals Reasons Behind VAR Implementation Delay
Prosper Harrison Addo, the general secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has provided an explanation for the postponement of…
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SONA 2025: Government Pledges 20% Bonus For Rural Teachers
According to President John Mahama, teachers assigned to underprivileged and rural areas would now receive a 20% allowance. In an…
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Full Text Of Mahama’s State Of The Nation Speech
President John Dramani today addressed the nation on its state, promising to reset and drive it in the positive. Among…
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National Hilal Committee Sets March 1 As Potential Start Of Ramadan 2025
If the moon is visible, the 2025 Ramadan Fasting will begin on March 1, according to Alhaji Yusif Alhassan, National…
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KNUST Student Discovered Dead on Campus in Possible Homicide
A female student of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has been found dead near the school’s…
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Blues Climb Back into Top Four with Victory Over Southampton
Chelsea’s decisive victory over Southampton, the Premier League’s worst team, at Stamford Bridge ended their three-match losing streak and put…
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Ohwim Chief Destooled By Asantehene Over Numerous Charges
Due to the accusations made against him during the Kumasi Traditional Council meeting, the Asantehene deposed the Chief of Ohwim…
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Sam Jerome Assumes Role Of Head Of Corporate Communications At COCOBOD
Sam Jerome, the Regional Communications Officer for the Western North National Democratic Congress (NDC), has been named the Ghana Cocoa…
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Tensions Erupt Between Bawku SHS And Bawku Technical Institute, Leaving Five Injured
On Tuesday, February 25, violence broke out during a peace ceremony between Bawku Senior High School and Bawku Technical Institute…
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Hajia Safia Mohammed Steps Down As School Feeding Programme Coordinator
As of February 24, 2025, Hajia Safia Mohammed has formally stepped down from her role as the Ghana School Feeding…
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Meningitis Epidemic Deepens In Upper West: 16 Deaths, 173 Infected
With the number of cases reaching 173 and the death toll reaching 16, the Upper West Region is dealing with…
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Jonathan Prince Cann Appointed As Republic Bank Ghana’s New Board Chairman
With approval from the Bank of Ghana, Jonathan Prince Cann has been named the next chairman of the board of…
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Robin Van Persie Takes Over As Feyenoord Head Coach
Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has been appointed as Feyenoord’s new head coach. The 41-year-old, who…
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Boateng Eyes Blackburn Rovers Head Coach Position
George Boateng, a former assistant coach in Ghana, has indicated interest in managing Blackburn Rovers, a team in the English…
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25 People Sustain Injuries In Gomoa Mprumen Accident
At Gomoa Mprumen Junction on the Winneba-Mankesim Highway in the Central Region, a Sprinter Benz bus collided with a Nissan…
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