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The ECOWAS Multinational Maritime Coordinaition Centre Zone F yesterday celebrated the 10th anniversary of Yaoundé code of conduct at the Holiday Inn -Accra. The event which was supported by United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct was held under the theme “Impact of Yaoundé Process on ECOWAS Maritime Domain:10 Years After the Adoption of Yaoundé Code of Conduct,” brought together key stakeholders, experts, and authorities in the maritime sector. The program commenced with a warm welcome address by Captain (Cote D’Ivoire Navy) Noel Oboumou, the Director…

The evolving context of Ghana’s education system reveals an escalating concern – a declining emphasis on teaching Ghanaian languages (L1) in schools, essential for proficiency in other languages. This issue is particularly evident in urban primary schools, underscoring a complex array of challenges that demand thoughtful consideration and innovative approaches. Issues for Consideration: One of the pivotal challenges present in numerous primary schools across Ghana’s urban areas is the shortage of teachers specializing in Ghanaian languages. This shortage compels learners to delay the study of these languages until the Junior High School (JHS) levels, leading to a crucial question: How…

The Titanium ticket price for the KAB-FAM Haier Legend Night 2024 is 50,000 Ghana Cedis (for 10 people), while the platinum ticket goes for 35,000 Ghana Cedis (for 10 people). This highly esteemed highlife event, held annually on January 1st, primarily targets the elite within society. The organizers have made public the ticket prices, placing Gold at 25,000 (for 10 people), Silver tickets at 20,000 Ghana Cedis (for 8 people) and Bronze tickets at 13,000 Ghana Cedis (for 5 people), with the most affordable option being the Deluxe ticket at 6,000 Ghana Cedis (for a couple). The prices of the…

Louisa Atta-Agyemang has been appointed the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in charge of operations. Her appointment was announced in a letter dated Wednesday December 13, 2023 and signed by Nana Asante Bediatuo, Secretary to the President. It reads “Pursuant to Section 15 (1) (c) of the National Health Insurance Act, 2012 (Act 852), I am pleased to inform you that the President has appointed you to act as the Deputy Chief Executive in charge of operations of the National Health Insurance Authority (the “Authority”) pending receipt of the constitutionally required advice of…

Out of a total of 18,755 candidates who have filed to contest the District Assembly Elections scheduled for tomorrow, December 19, 2023, an alarming 17,320 of them are publicly known political party functionaries working for either the New Patriotic Party (NPP) or the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at the electoral area level. A research study conducted by the Center for Decentralization Advocacy (CeDA), revealed that while 8,846 of the candidates are affiliated with the NPP, 8,474 of them are pro-NDC candidates. It said only 1,435 of the candidates are affiliated with other political parties or politically non-aligned. According to the…

THE ASHANTI Regional Police have launched massive hunt to apprehend six suspected hoodlums, who allegedly robbed a fuel station at Kunsu with guns and other weapons. The robbers, who are currently at large, according to the police report, attacked Peteonas Energy Filling Station at Kunsu at 6:20pm on December 12, 2023. During the unexpected attack, which the police has described as very dangerous, a female fuel attendant at the station was physically attacked and injured by the bloody-thirsty hoodlums. READ ALSO: Accra: Innocent Woman Killed in Crossfire During Police Operation The six robbers, three of whom were holding pump action guns…

“Speaker Bagbin says I am a lame duck. Well, that is his language. I am still the President of the Republic and I will continue to do so until January 7, 2025. And I have no doubt that the power to make decisions and to carry out policies is still firmly in my hands, and I am not going to let it go. So I don’t know what he is talking about when he says I am a lame-duck President. I am not a lame-duck President,” , the President, Nana Akufo-Addo noted during an interaction with Chiefs and traditional heads…

In a momentous event that captivated the hearts of fashion enthusiasts and brides-to-be alike, Williams Nimo, the visionary behind Wills Stitches, recently unveiled his much-anticipated Bridal Collection for 2023. This collection marks a significant milestone for the Ghanaian fashion designer, showcasing his mastery in blending tradition with contemporary elegance. A Celebration of Love and Culture Wills Stitches Bridal Collection 2023 is a celebration of love, culture, and the timeless beauty of Ghanaian traditions. Each gown and ensemble in the collection reflects Williams’s deep appreciation for intricate craftsmanship and his commitment to showcasing the diversity of African textiles. From luxurious silk…

The National Communications Authority (NCA) in collaboration with the National Media Commission (NMC) has blown the cover of some Ten (10) free-to-air Television Stations for engaging in unethical and inappropriate broadcasts. The implicated channels were accused of telecasting money-doubling rituals, fake lotteries, Occultism and inappropriate adult content. According to a joint press release, the survey covered the second part of November which has witnessed an increasing trend of 64.7% in the overall number of reported cases of unethical and unlawful content on the airwaves above the first-fortnight report released on November 16, 2023. READ ALSO: Tell those Radio presenters ‘Your mother’…

History has countless tragic chronicles of how the best of leaders be they monarchs, clergy, entrepreneurs or politicians lost the support of some of their loyalists because of the unchecked attitude of persons they surrounded themselves with. Such leaders were mostly made to believe all is well until reality dawns on them after the center is unable to hold any further. Look at the face of the ‘powerful’ lady captured here: the name is Esther Dadzie, Secretary for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Effutu Constituency. She has become a case study of how a party loved by the…