Sam George Renovates Prampram Trad. Council; Urges Politicians To Desist From Meddling In Chieftaincy Affairs NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 27, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Gregory Pilkington Amoah Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram Sam Nartey George has called on politicians to desist from meddling in chieftaincy affairs and allow the institution to run its own course and affairs. Speaking on the sidelines of a ceremony to hand over the renovated office of the Prampram Traditional Council spearheaded by Dzata Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility wing of his office, he emphasized on the need to uphold the Chieftancy institution to salvage the deteriorating cultural fibre of the country. The firebrand legislator argued that, the chieftaincy institution has since time immemorial played a watchdog role over society and ensuring that the cultural fiber maintained. According to him, this role of chieftaincy has in recent years been undermined due to
“𝐍ext 𝐍𝐃𝐂 𝐆overnment 𝐓o 𝐌ake 𝐀djen 𝐊otoku, 𝐀masaman, 𝐒uhum 𝐀reas 𝐈ndustrial 𝐇ub” – 𝐌ahama POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 26, 2024November 28, 20240 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒃𝒚 𝑲𝒐𝒌𝒖 𝑨𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒓 Leader of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama has stressed on the need to decentralise development in the country. Addressing an ecstatic group of party sympathisers at Adjen Kotoku in Accra, the former President indicated that a Adjen Kotoku and its catchment areas will be transformed into an industrial zone which will boost productivity and employment. Speaking on the concentration of factories and manufacturing companies in Tema, Mr. Mahama noted that it was important to spread development and not put all of our eggs in one basket as a country. “We will designate Adjen Kotoku and its surrounding areas including Amasaman and Suhum to be an industrial zone. Any individual or organisation willing to put up a factory will
Election 2024: IEA Constitutes 9-Member Presidential Debate Committee NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 26, 2024November 28, 20240 26/8/2024 Ghana's premier public policy think-tank the Institute of Economic Affairs has inaugurated a nine-member committee to organize debates for flagbearers and running mates of the various political parties ahead of this year's election. Presidential debates which constitute an integral part of democracy are held to provide a unique platform for presidential contenders to outline their policies and vision of governance for the country, to inform and empower citizens to make informed decisions, to promote issue-based campaigns devoid of personal attacks and rancour and finally to promote and sustain peace before, during and after the electioneering period. The Institute of Economic Affairs birthed in 1989 as Ghana's first independent public policy think tank is entrusted with promoting good governance, democracy and sustainable economic
GFA President Commissions BetPawa Pitch At Ghanaman Soccer Centre Of Excellence In Prampram AFRICA NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - August 26, 2024November 28, 20240 28/8/2024 President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has commissioned a new artificial football pitch at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The pitch, which was funded by BetPawa forms part of the agenda to establish a 3,000-capacity stadium at the sports facility by the nation’s football governing body, GFA. The commissioning of the pitch marks the completion of phase one of the project. The event also preceded the 30th Congress of the football administration body. According to Mr. Simeon-Okraku, the construction of the modern astro turf indicates the association’s commitment to enhance facilities for the development of sports in Ghana. He emphasised that the pitch is a significant step in unearthing and nurturing football talents for world competitive games.
“Give Mahama Credit For Ameri Power Plant,” – Segbefia Admonishes Government Ahead Of K1TPP Commissioning NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - April 16, 2024November 19, 20240 Story by: Koku Alormasor Date: 15th April, 2024 Former deputy Chief of Staff and Director of International Relations of the National Democratic Congress, Alexander Percival Segbefia, has admonished the ruling administration to give former President John Mahama credit for the Ameri Power Plant. According to the former Health Minister, the existence of the aforementioned power plant, which has been relocated to the Ashanti Region for the purpose of providing power to the region, can be attributed to the remarkable stewardship and ingenuity of the former president. Mr. Segbefia, a regular panelist on Pan African Television's Good Morning Africa show, made these comments in the wake of the decision of the ruling administration to rebrand the Ameri Power Plant as Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant
Kpando MP Cautions NDC To Eschew Complacency Despite Infoanalytics Predictions LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - April 16, 2024November 19, 20240 Story by: Bless Alormasor Date: 15th April, 2024 Kpando Lawmaker, Dela Adjoa Sowah, has cautioned the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) not to rest on their oars despite recent surveys, including one from Global Info Analytics, predicting a resounding victory for the party in the upcoming December 7 polls. Commenting on the outcome of the polls on Pan African Television's Alhaji and Alhaji talk show on Saturday, 13th April 2024, the legislator reiterated that the predicted victory should not leave room for complacency. "The analysis is good; it means that the NDC is doing something new, it means that the NDC has turned some leaves and people are appreciating the change, and we are seeing that this new NDC is one that we can
Mahama Promises To Build Military Barracks In New Region When Voted Into Office LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - April 16, 2024November 19, 20240 John Dramani Mahama Story by: Koku Alormasor Date: 15th April, 2024 Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, says he will tackle security issues in the six newly-created regions by setting up military barracks if voted for in the upcoming elections. Addressing Chiefs at Gambaga in the North East Region as part of his Building Ghana tour, he also stressed the urgent need for improved security in the new regions and the importance of proactive steps to ensure the residents' safety and well-being. "All the six new regions are going to have a military barracks so that the Ghana army will be present in all the regions," he stated. He again disclosed to the Chiefs his intention of forming a joint military and
Alan Kyerematen Tours Western Region, Promises To Build Modern Markets For Traders AFRICA NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - April 16, 2024November 19, 20240 Story by: Koku Alormasor Date: 15th April 2024 Founder and leader of the Movement for Change, Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen kick-started his Western Regional market tour by making a first stop at the Agona-Nkwanta market of the Ahanta West municipality. The former Trade and Industry minister, who was mobbed by an elated assemblage of market-folk, bemoaned the duopoly of the New Patriotic Party and the National Democratic Congress, insisting their governance has been detrimental to Ghanaians. Speaking on some of the concerns of the market women, Mr. Kyerematen promised that when given the mandate, his administration will ensure the reconstruction of the market to suit modern designs and accommodate the needs of the traders. “This market needs a clinic. It deserves a child care centre.
NDC’s Osman Abdulai Ayariga Petitions OSP Over Alleged Corruption At Scholarship Secretariat NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - April 12, 2024November 19, 20240 Osman Abdulai Ayariga By Stanley Kwabla Arku Deputy National Youth Organiser of the National Democratic Congress Osman Abdulai Ayariga has urged the Special Prosecutor to examine all suspected instances of misconduct and related violations unveiled by The Fourth Estate’s recent inquiry into the Scholarship Secretariat’s scholarship allocation. The investigation by The Fourth Estate discovered that scholarships were given to prominent individuals, as well as the offspring, relatives, and acquaintances of influential figures. This goes against the primary aim of the Scholarship Secretariat, which is to provide scholarships to academically gifted but financially underprivileged students. Initially, The Fourth Estate was refused access to the list of beneficiaries by the Scholarship Secretariat in March 2021. However, they persisted and appealed to the Right to
Odaw Drainanage System Repair: Residents Cheer Initiation, Call For Swift Progress NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - April 4, 2024November 19, 20240 By Stanley Kwabla Arku The Odaw Drainage System in Accra has been a source of distress for residents in Abofu, Alogboshie, Kwame Nkrumah Circle and other communities along the drain as the deteriorating state of the system has led to severe flooding and damage to properties whenever the rains set in. The drainage system, constructed during the Kufuor era, has become ineffective in handling the increased water flow, leading to erosion and obstruction of water flow. In response to the pressing issue, the World Bank has initiated the upgrading and drainage improvement works as part of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project. However, some residents in Alogboshie and Abofu have voiced their concerns about the progress of the work and are urging