Author: Insight News

Hon. Alex Afenyo-Markin has made significant strides in various sectors, contributing to the development of Effutu and beyond. His leadership has focused on several thematic areas, reflecting his commitment to improving the lives of his constituents. 1. Security Infrastructure Under Hon. Afenyo-Markin’s leadership, efforts to enhance security infrastructure have been prioritized. Initiatives aimed at bolstering local law enforcement and community safety have resulted in a more secure environment for residents. 2. Education and Library Infrastructure Investment in education has been a cornerstone of Hon. Afenyo-Markin’s achievements. The establishment and renovation of schools and libraries have provided students with better learning…

Convener of the One Ghana Movement, Senyo Hosi, has called on President Nana Akufo-Addo to ensure that he leaves behind a positive legacy, particularly concerning the fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ AM Show, Mr Hosi expressed his disappointment with the president’s leadership in addressing the destructive impact of galamsey on the environment. Drawing from the symbolism of the popular “Kalyppo” moment during Akufo-Addo’s 2016 campaign, Mr Hosi questioned the president’s commitment to preserving the environment. “I don’t think Nana Addo wants this to be his legacy. He should get this very…

Pressure group, Democracy Hub, has said its lead member, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, currently on lawful detention, was rushed to the hospital on Thursday morning after his health deteriorated while in custody. The Ghana Police Service was yet to respond to the claim as at press time Thursday. It the claim is true, it would be the second time Mr. Baker-Vormawor is being admitted while on detention amidst growing calls for his release which has not been possible because the courts have denied him bail for the third time. He was part of the 53 persons arrested on September 23 on claims…

The legal landscape in Ghana is experiencing a vibrant transformation, characterized by an encouraging surge in admissions and enrollments at the Ghana School of Law. This increase signifies not just the growth of the legal profession but also reflects the dynamism and ambition of young Ghanaians eager to make their mark in the legal arena. The Ghana School of Law has seen a significant rise in applications from aspiring lawyers in recent years. This trend can be attributed to various factors, including a heightened awareness of the importance of legal education, the growing need for legal services in diverse sectors,…

The convener of the anti-galamsey protest organized by the Democracy Hub, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has once again been denied bail. This marks the third time the Circuit Court has rejected his bail request since his arrest during the demonstration two weeks ago. This decision came from the Circuit Court following opposition from the Attorney General’s Department. Barker-Vormawor was arrested two weeks ago during the protest, and both the Accra High Court and the Circuit Court had previously denied him bail. Meanwhile, 21 Democracy Hub protesters have been granted bail were denied bail following an appeal by their lawyers against a Circuit…

The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has issued an important notice to its members, confirming that it has not declared any industrial action in relation to the ongoing fight against illegal mining, also known as galamsey. Despite this, the GMA expressed its firm solidarity with the efforts of organised labour in addressing the environmental crisis caused by galamsey operations. In the statement signed by Dr Frank Serebour, president of the GMA, the association called on all its members to continue providing uninterrupted services. The GMA assured its members that any decision regarding future actions related to the issue would be communicated…

Presiding Bishop of Gospel Light International Church, Bishop Matthew Addae-Mensah, has recounted how some 19 illegal miners were killed, and their bodies dumped into unused mining pits as far back in 1979 as part of measures to curb the menace. He has suggested the need for stronger legislation against illegal and wrongful mining (galamsey) and the inclusion of basic mining technology as a subject of study in the curriculum at the basic schools. The Christian leader also advocates strong education for communities to understand the consequences of illegal mining, the effects of chemicals like mercury and cyanide on the soil,…

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Member of Parliament for Effutu Constituency on Tuesday held an interactive stakeholders engagement with thousands of his constituents working within the fishing industry. The interactions centered mainly on how to further improve the working conditions of the fisherfolk and the entire value chain. It is one of the several stakeholder engagements Afenyo-Markin has had with the fishing fraternity in his constituency. READ ALSO: Majority Leader Afenyo-Markin: NPP Needs Majority In Parliament Afenyo-Markin, who doubles as the Majority Leader in Parliament and Leader of Government Business took time to explain to the fisherfolk kingpins plans to introduce the use…

TECNO, Africa’s leading smartphone manufacturer and a global innovator in technology, has unveiled its inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered ecosystem. At the TECNO AI Evolution event, Ghanaian singer and influencer, Deborah Owusu-Bonsu, known in the music scene as Sister Derby has captured the essence of technological advancement with her statement, “Technology is now.” As a brand ambassador for TECNO’s Phantom Series, her words resonated during the grand launch of TECNO’s new AI and smart device ecosystem at the Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel. Sista Derby praised TECNO for introducing an AI-powered ecosystem featuring foldable smartphones, laptops, and smart devices. She acknowledged how these innovations, particularly TECNO’s integration…

The institutions of state responsible for ensuring that streetlights are up and functioning have performed poorly as most roads in the country lack functioning streetlights and have remained so for too long a time; sometimes several years. This website wonders if the heads of those institutions have any conscience at all when they receive notification that their salaries have hit their bank accounts at the end of the month. What exactly are they being paid for? Are they being paid to stand akimbo and probably laugh over complaints from concerned Ghanaians and residents who have experienced the dangers of the…