John Jinapor makes u-turn on Gold for Oil policy after calling it a scam
John Jinapor makes u-turn on Gold for Oil policy after calling it a scam
John Jinapor, the Minister-Designate for Energy, made a stunning comeback when he addressed the Appointments Committee of Parliament regarding the “Gold for Oil” policy. John Jinapor, the Minority Spokesperson on Mines and Energy at the time, distorted the policy, which was first implemented by the previous administration in February 2023 and supported by Dr. Mahamudu […]
Minority informs former gov’t appointees to boycott invitations from ORAL team
The Minority in Parliament has urged former government appointees to refuse any invitations from the Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) committee, calling its formation unconstitutional. The Minority caucus, led by Suame Member of Parliament John Darko, argued that the creation of ORAL is illegal, citing the existence of constitutionally established bodies to investigate alleged wrongdoings. […]
“I wanted to succeed Nyantakyi, not replace him” – George Afriyie
Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), George Afriyie, has explained that his decision to run in the GFA elections stemmed from his desire to succeed Kwesi Nyantakyi, given his contributions to the association and the progress made under Nyantakyi’s leadership. Afriyie served as the GFA’s vice president from 2015 to 2018, until […]
Investigators scale barbed wire to arrest South Korea’s impeached president
South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol has become the country’s first sitting president to be arrested, ending a weeks-long standoff between investigators and his presidential security team. Yoon, whose failed attempt to impose martial law plunged the country into turmoil and saw him impeached by parliament, is being investigated on charges of insurrection. He is, however, […]
President Mahama appoints key national security officials, including COP Kofi and Boakye Prosper Bani
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a number of important security appointments that are intended to improve national security and guarantee public safety. Prosper Douglas Bani, the President’s National Security Advisor, is in the lead of the appointments. As a former Interior Minister and Chief of Staff, Mr. Bani brings a wealth of knowledge and […]
WAPCO reschedules offshore pipeline cleaning exercise to February 3
The West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited (WAPCO) has revised its planned offshore pipeline cleaning and inspection exercise, known as “pigging,” to start on February 3, 2025. WAPCO noted in a statement that the exercise was initially set to commence on January 20, 2025, but was rescheduled to accommodate the interests of key stakeholders. “The […]
Gov’t recalls diplomatic and service passports issued by previous administration
The Office of the President has requested the recall of all Diplomatic and Service Passports issued by the previous administration. This move aims to ensure the proper use and administration of official travel documents in accordance with national and international standards. The Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, said in a statement the recall […]
Fire Service Asks for Public Assistance During Fire outbreaks
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has expressed concern about the growing number of commercial fires across the country. Desmond Ackak, Public Relations Officer (PRO), reported several recent incidents, including fires at Kantamanto Market, Kwadaso Timber Market in Kumasi, Aboabo Timber Market in Tamale, and Techiman Market. In an interview with Guide Midday News on […]
Nothing should prevent you from passing anti-LGBTQ+ bill- Catholic Bishops to Mahama
The Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference has urged the John Dramani Mahama-led government to reintroduce the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, also known as the anti-LGBT bill, as soon as possible to ensure its prompt passage into law. President Mahama said during a meeting with the Bishops on Tuesday, January 14, that a government-sponsored […]