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  • Lion King 2019: First teaser trailer released for new film

    The first teaser trailer for Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King has been released.

    Set to come out next summer, the film has huge names attached to it including Beyonce, Donald Glover, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Seth Rogan.

    In the trailer we see the familiar opening moments of the story, where Rafiki presents a young Simba to the animals of the Pride Lands.

    It was aired during NFL’s traditional Thanksgiving primetime game in the US.

    Read: Pakistan: Deadly blast hits market in Orakzai district

    Fans of the original film were pleased to hear the trailer narrated by James Earl Jones, who plays king Mufasa in both the 1994 original and next year’s film.

    Here’s a hit of nostalgia for you:

    https://youtu.be/4CbLXeGSDxg

     

    The trailer suggests the new film is following the original story – although with Simba looking so clear in the trailer, some people are worried about what that means for his dad…

    It’s directed by Jon Favreau, who was behind the successful live-action remake of The Jungle Book.

    Donald Glover will play Simba, Beyonce will play his mum Nala and Chiwetel Ejiofor will play his uncle Scar.

    “It is a director’s dream to assemble a talented team like this to bring this classic story to life,” Jon said.

    Last year Newsbeat spoke to the cast of London’s Lion King musical about the new film.

    And Janique Charles, who plays Nala in the West End, had some advice for Beyonce.

    Fan reaction to the new trailer has been largely positive, especially from young Americans who were watching during the football.

    The film is set for release in July 2019.

     

    Source: BBC 

  • Lion King 2019: First teaser trailer released for new film

    The first teaser trailer for Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King has been released.

    Set to come out next summer, the film has huge names attached to it including Beyonce, Donald Glover, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Seth Rogan.

    In the trailer we see the familiar opening moments of the story, where Rafiki presents a young Simba to the animals of the Pride Lands.

    It was aired during NFL’s traditional Thanksgiving primetime game in the US.

    Read: Pakistan: Deadly blast hits market in Orakzai district

    Fans of the original film were pleased to hear the trailer narrated by James Earl Jones, who plays king Mufasa in both the 1994 original and next year’s film.

    Here’s a hit of nostalgia for you:

    https://youtu.be/4CbLXeGSDxg

     

    The trailer suggests the new film is following the original story – although with Simba looking so clear in the trailer, some people are worried about what that means for his dad…

    It’s directed by Jon Favreau, who was behind the successful live-action remake of The Jungle Book.

    Donald Glover will play Simba, Beyonce will play his mum Nala and Chiwetel Ejiofor will play his uncle Scar.

    “It is a director’s dream to assemble a talented team like this to bring this classic story to life,” Jon said.

    Last year Newsbeat spoke to the cast of London’s Lion King musical about the new film.

    And Janique Charles, who plays Nala in the West End, had some advice for Beyonce.

    Fan reaction to the new trailer has been largely positive, especially from young Americans who were watching during the football.

    The film is set for release in July 2019.

     

    Source: BBC 

  • AFRIMA 2018: ‘I didn’t perform because I wasn’t paid what I charged’ – Dj Mic Smith

    Eagleeyemediagh.com earlier reported that, some Ghanaian Djs refused to perform at the AFRIMA music night due to the fact that, they were not paid the amount they charged and felt disrespected.

    Dj Mic Smith who was among the billed Djs for the night on Hitzfm revealed that, he was not paid what he charged at the AFRIMA village last night, however he was given “Something” to take home and for a fact, he did not perform because it was late.

    “I wasn’t paid what I charged at AFRIMA Village last night. However, I was given something to take home, he told Andy Dosty.

    He also added that, initially, he charged the AFRIMA organizers to pay him an amount of Ghc6000 and was expecting to be paid before he perform as agreed.

    Read: Make AFRIMA successful Tourism Minister

    “I was supposed to be paid Ghc6,000. I didn’t perform because it was late, yet I took the ‘something’ given to us (6 DJs) to share.”

    Micheal Owusu known as DJ Mic Smith is a Ghanaian event, club, radio, mixtape and artist DJ and also an entrepreneur.

    He currently holds 4 awards and 6 nominations; 2 awards with 4syte TV for DJ of the year, The Redbull club DJ of the year award and Best Mixtape DJ with Ghana DJ Awards.

    source: eagleeyemediagh.com

  • AFRIMA 2018: ‘I didn’t perform because I wasn’t paid what I charged’ – Dj Mic Smith

    Eagleeyemediagh.com earlier reported that, some Ghanaian Djs refused to perform at the AFRIMA music night due to the fact that, they were not paid the amount they charged and felt disrespected.

    Dj Mic Smith who was among the billed Djs for the night on Hitzfm revealed that, he was not paid what he charged at the AFRIMA village last night, however he was given “Something” to take home and for a fact, he did not perform because it was late.

    “I wasn’t paid what I charged at AFRIMA Village last night. However, I was given something to take home, he told Andy Dosty.

    He also added that, initially, he charged the AFRIMA organizers to pay him an amount of Ghc6000 and was expecting to be paid before he perform as agreed.

    Read: Make AFRIMA successful Tourism Minister

    “I was supposed to be paid Ghc6,000. I didn’t perform because it was late, yet I took the ‘something’ given to us (6 DJs) to share.”

    Micheal Owusu known as DJ Mic Smith is a Ghanaian event, club, radio, mixtape and artist DJ and also an entrepreneur.

    He currently holds 4 awards and 6 nominations; 2 awards with 4syte TV for DJ of the year, The Redbull club DJ of the year award and Best Mixtape DJ with Ghana DJ Awards.

    source: eagleeyemediagh.com

  • I started from a small village Partey talks about his humble beginning to BBC AFOTY nominee

    Ghana midfielder, Thomas Partey has in an interview with BBC Africa has revealed how he began his football career and now a nominee for the 2018 BBC African Footballer of the Year award.

    The 25-year-old face a stiff competition from Medhi Benatia (Morocco), Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal), Sadio Mane (Senegal) and Mohamed Salah (Egypt) for the prestigious award.

    Read: I enjoyed playing in the Premier League Asamoah Gyan

    The Ghanaian deservedly earned his spot after an outstanding year, helping Atletico Madrid to Europa Cup glory and finishing the season as runners-up in the La Liga.

    He played over 50 games for the Spanish giants last season.

    But the Ghanaian has revealed how talked about the early struggles in his village where he was coached by his father who made a lot of sacrifices for him to reach his superstardom today.

    “I started in a small village where my father was the team manager. It was him selling his stuff to try to get me those new boots.” He disclosed

    Read: Thomas Partey secures spot in FIFA 19 Ultimate Team of the Week

    Partey also revealed looking up to Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien and Man City legend Yaya Toure in his formative years.

    Video below…

    https://twitter.com/BBCAfrica/status/1065521515133685760

    Source: asempanews.com 

  • I started from a small village Partey talks about his humble beginning to BBC AFOTY nominee

    Ghana midfielder, Thomas Partey has in an interview with BBC Africa has revealed how he began his football career and now a nominee for the 2018 BBC African Footballer of the Year award.

    The 25-year-old face a stiff competition from Medhi Benatia (Morocco), Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal), Sadio Mane (Senegal) and Mohamed Salah (Egypt) for the prestigious award.

    Read: I enjoyed playing in the Premier League Asamoah Gyan

    The Ghanaian deservedly earned his spot after an outstanding year, helping Atletico Madrid to Europa Cup glory and finishing the season as runners-up in the La Liga.

    He played over 50 games for the Spanish giants last season.

    But the Ghanaian has revealed how talked about the early struggles in his village where he was coached by his father who made a lot of sacrifices for him to reach his superstardom today.

    “I started in a small village where my father was the team manager. It was him selling his stuff to try to get me those new boots.” He disclosed

    Read: Thomas Partey secures spot in FIFA 19 Ultimate Team of the Week

    Partey also revealed looking up to Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien and Man City legend Yaya Toure in his formative years.

    Video below…

    https://twitter.com/BBCAfrica/status/1065521515133685760

    Source: asempanews.com 

  • Black Queens second choice goalkeeper to replace injured Mantey in game against Cameroon

    Black Queens second choice goalkeeper Nana Ama Asantewaa will replace Patricia Mantey between the sticks in Friday’s crucial encounter against Cameroon in the ongoing Africa Women’s Cup of Nations.

    Mantey has been undisputed starter for the Queens in the competition but the Immigration Ladies custodian will sit out of the game after aggravating an injury during Tuesday’s game against Mali.

    Read: Black Queens record lone goal victory over Algeria

    The hosts desperately need to beat the Indomitable Lionesses at the Accra Sports Stadium to stand a good chance of progressing to the knockout stage following a shock 2-1 reversal to Mali on Tuesday.

    Bashir Hayford’s outfit currently sit third on Group A’s table, tied on points with Les Aiglonnes but three marks below Friday’s opponents, who have won their first two games.

    Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports suggest that captain Elizabeth Addo will make her bow in the tournament on Friday.

    source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Black Queens second choice goalkeeper to replace injured Mantey in game against Cameroon

    Black Queens second choice goalkeeper Nana Ama Asantewaa will replace Patricia Mantey between the sticks in Friday’s crucial encounter against Cameroon in the ongoing Africa Women’s Cup of Nations.

    Mantey has been undisputed starter for the Queens in the competition but the Immigration Ladies custodian will sit out of the game after aggravating an injury during Tuesday’s game against Mali.

    Read: Black Queens record lone goal victory over Algeria

    The hosts desperately need to beat the Indomitable Lionesses at the Accra Sports Stadium to stand a good chance of progressing to the knockout stage following a shock 2-1 reversal to Mali on Tuesday.

    Bashir Hayford’s outfit currently sit third on Group A’s table, tied on points with Les Aiglonnes but three marks below Friday’s opponents, who have won their first two games.

    Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports suggest that captain Elizabeth Addo will make her bow in the tournament on Friday.

    source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • BoG to publish names of staff involved in collapse of 7 banks

    The Bank of Ghana has said it is soon going to publish a report that will show members of the central bank who played a role in the collapse of the seven banks. The move is aimed at helping the Bank of Ghana promote ethical behavior among its staff.

    Speaking to journalists on the second Day of the 20th anniversary celebration of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Elsie Awadzi stated that the exercise will enhance accountability.

    Read: Bank Crisis: Government saved deposits of 1m Ghanaians Akufo-Addo

    She stated that it is time for the Bank of Ghana to look within itself and punish officers whose actions contributed to the collapse of the seven banks.

    “This is going to help the Bank of Ghana to promote ethical behavior within the bank itself to ensure that our own staff and management are all adhering to the best practices in ethical behavior”.

    She explained that the investigations was conducted by the Ethics and Internal Investigations office of the Bank of Ghana.

    Mrs. Awadzi maintained that it is important for the Bank of Ghana to undertake such an exercise to prevent a recurrence in the future.

    “This will ensure that we ourselves are standing strong as we regulate the banks. This Office of Ethics and Internal Investigations has particularly also investigated the collapse of the seven banks to show whether staff of the Bank of Ghana were involved”.

    Read: Banking crisis: Deal ruthlessly with BoG officials Consultant

    She disclosed that the Bank of Ghana has already notified the institute of Chartered Accountants to investigate its members whose actions also contributed to the collapse of the banks.

    She maintained that it is very important to name and identify everybody whose action led to the collapse of the seven banks.

    Background

    In august 2017, the Bank of Ghana revoked the licenses of UT bank and Capital Bank and merged it with the GCB Bank.

    In August this year, the central bank continued with the exercise by merging 5 banks namely Sovereign Bank, Beige Bank, Royal Bank, uniBank, and the Construction Bank into the Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited.

    The banks were facing severe liquidity challenges and were also highly insolvent.

     

    Source: citibusinessnews.com

  • BoG to publish names of staff involved in collapse of 7 banks

    The Bank of Ghana has said it is soon going to publish a report that will show members of the central bank who played a role in the collapse of the seven banks. The move is aimed at helping the Bank of Ghana promote ethical behavior among its staff.

    Speaking to journalists on the second Day of the 20th anniversary celebration of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Elsie Awadzi stated that the exercise will enhance accountability.

    Read: Bank Crisis: Government saved deposits of 1m Ghanaians Akufo-Addo

    She stated that it is time for the Bank of Ghana to look within itself and punish officers whose actions contributed to the collapse of the seven banks.

    “This is going to help the Bank of Ghana to promote ethical behavior within the bank itself to ensure that our own staff and management are all adhering to the best practices in ethical behavior”.

    She explained that the investigations was conducted by the Ethics and Internal Investigations office of the Bank of Ghana.

    Mrs. Awadzi maintained that it is important for the Bank of Ghana to undertake such an exercise to prevent a recurrence in the future.

    “This will ensure that we ourselves are standing strong as we regulate the banks. This Office of Ethics and Internal Investigations has particularly also investigated the collapse of the seven banks to show whether staff of the Bank of Ghana were involved”.

    Read: Banking crisis: Deal ruthlessly with BoG officials Consultant

    She disclosed that the Bank of Ghana has already notified the institute of Chartered Accountants to investigate its members whose actions also contributed to the collapse of the banks.

    She maintained that it is very important to name and identify everybody whose action led to the collapse of the seven banks.

    Background

    In august 2017, the Bank of Ghana revoked the licenses of UT bank and Capital Bank and merged it with the GCB Bank.

    In August this year, the central bank continued with the exercise by merging 5 banks namely Sovereign Bank, Beige Bank, Royal Bank, uniBank, and the Construction Bank into the Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited.

    The banks were facing severe liquidity challenges and were also highly insolvent.

     

    Source: citibusinessnews.com

  • Amakye Dede in London to welcome top foreign diplomats and state officials on Dec. 1

    Ghana’s deputy High Commissioner to United Kingdom, H.E Rita Tania Iddi will be among the many high ranking state officials that would attend the most talked about Amakye Dede highlife live concert in London come December 1, 2018, organisers MayDay Entertainment has confirmed to pressmen.

    Also expected at the show is Mrs Adomaa Dennis, Counsellor, Consular Affairs & Welfare of Ghana High Commission – UK. Described as the official Christmas opening party, The Amakye Dede live in concert promises to bring the very best of Ghanaian indigenous live music to the delight of patrons especially the African community in the United Kingdom.

    The concert has received overwhelming endorsement from top celebrities and community leaders in both Ghana and abroad, placing it as the pre-holiday show with the highest expectations. “We have upgraded our production details and put on more artistes because of the high expectations.

    Read: Amakye Dede, Kuami Eugene in a pre-Christmas clash at London Concert

    The Amakye Dede live in London has been accepted, and it’s here to stay so as organisers, we have to go the extra mile to make Ghanaians happy and beat our expected target.” — Bobby Frimpong, CEO of MayDay Entertainment, organisers of the show.

    Amakye Dede live in London will come off live at the Dominion Center, London. It promises to be the biggest highlife concert ever to hit Britain and probably the biggest test for most of the dynamic artistes on the bill from the iconic Wutah, Kuami Eugene, Nana Fofie, Ayedem, A Star (the Kupe hitmaker), and many other outstanding performers who are musically poised to give their topmost showmanship on the night.

    There on-stage performance by Kumawood actor and comedian, Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win, with the official MC for the event, being award-winning sports presenter, Patrick Osei Agyemang Countryman Songo and Ghanaian socialite and entrepreneur, Confidence Haugen.

    Read: Kuami Eugene, Patapaa entertain thousands at ECOFEST in Sierra Leone

    The Amakye Dede live in London is being organized by MayDay Entertainment in partnership with Salt Media and sponsored by Salt Transfer. Grab your tickets from https://shoobs.com/events/32828/amakye-dede-live.

    source: Kelly Nii Mensa

  • Amakye Dede in London to welcome top foreign diplomats and state officials on Dec. 1

    Ghana’s deputy High Commissioner to United Kingdom, H.E Rita Tania Iddi will be among the many high ranking state officials that would attend the most talked about Amakye Dede highlife live concert in London come December 1, 2018, organisers MayDay Entertainment has confirmed to pressmen.

    Also expected at the show is Mrs Adomaa Dennis, Counsellor, Consular Affairs & Welfare of Ghana High Commission – UK. Described as the official Christmas opening party, The Amakye Dede live in concert promises to bring the very best of Ghanaian indigenous live music to the delight of patrons especially the African community in the United Kingdom.

    The concert has received overwhelming endorsement from top celebrities and community leaders in both Ghana and abroad, placing it as the pre-holiday show with the highest expectations. “We have upgraded our production details and put on more artistes because of the high expectations.

    Read: Amakye Dede, Kuami Eugene in a pre-Christmas clash at London Concert

    The Amakye Dede live in London has been accepted, and it’s here to stay so as organisers, we have to go the extra mile to make Ghanaians happy and beat our expected target.” — Bobby Frimpong, CEO of MayDay Entertainment, organisers of the show.

    Amakye Dede live in London will come off live at the Dominion Center, London. It promises to be the biggest highlife concert ever to hit Britain and probably the biggest test for most of the dynamic artistes on the bill from the iconic Wutah, Kuami Eugene, Nana Fofie, Ayedem, A Star (the Kupe hitmaker), and many other outstanding performers who are musically poised to give their topmost showmanship on the night.

    There on-stage performance by Kumawood actor and comedian, Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win, with the official MC for the event, being award-winning sports presenter, Patrick Osei Agyemang Countryman Songo and Ghanaian socialite and entrepreneur, Confidence Haugen.

    Read: Kuami Eugene, Patapaa entertain thousands at ECOFEST in Sierra Leone

    The Amakye Dede live in London is being organized by MayDay Entertainment in partnership with Salt Media and sponsored by Salt Transfer. Grab your tickets from https://shoobs.com/events/32828/amakye-dede-live.

    source: Kelly Nii Mensa

  • NPA to pilot cylinder recirculation model in Kumasi

    Deputy Energy Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has charged the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), as a matter of urgency, use Kumasi as the first point for the implementation of the Cylinder Recirculation Model.

    He said this was as a result of the number of high-risk liquefied petroleum gas stations located in the densely populated Kumasi metropolis after the NPA undertook risk assessment exercise sometime this year.

    Per the directive, all high risk stations will be closed down and converted to cylinder distribution points where consumers can go and exchange their empty cylinders for filled ones.

    After visiting the victims and the accident scene with the Chief Executive of NPA; Alhassan Tampuli, the Mayor Kumasi Osei Assibey, Dr Amin Adam proposed a task force be formed to ensure smooth implementation of the model in the metropolis.

    Read: 400 people to lose their jobs due to cylinder re-circulation program NPA admits

    “The KMA has to work with us so we can get outlets that are ready to start the distribution so that we can distribute cylinders throughout those stations”.

    Dr Amin assured the general public President Akufo Addo was concerned about explosions at gas stations around the country and “he is convinced that the CRM is the answer to stopping these explosions.

    “Not just explosions at gas stations, people are not able to get correct cylinders in their homes and their management of the cylinders in their homes is not good, as a result of that we also have explosions in some homes because of their poor management of the cylinders.

    “The NPA has been doing so much education, creating awareness on how people use cylinders and the incidence of explosions in homes have gone down significantly but major explosions at the stations continue to be a worry to us as a government and this is why the President has directed that the CRM be implemented fully” he stressed.

    The Deputy Energy Minister urged all Ghanaians to support the government to implement the policy because “when we do that we take away the high-risk stations from residential communities… and that will significantly reduce the incidence of gas explosions.”

    He noted that “two lives have been lost and there was a third person in his vehicle across the road who is currently struggling for his life. This is not acceptable to us and this is why we expect Ghanaians to bear with us”.

    According to him, the public must bear with the NPA when the decision to shut down high-risk stations in densely populated communities comes into effect, because of the initial discomfort that may create.

    He however assured everything will be done to ensure the safety of the public remains paramount to the overall operation of government.

    Read: Cylinder recirculation model takes off early 2019

    Mr Tampuli on his part said a cylinder bottling plant had been established to aid in the pilot exercise in the region.

    He revealed two bottling plants were to be established in the Ashanti to serve the region and that of Brong Ahafo when the Authority begins full implementation of the model.

    He disclosed that gas stations stationed in the outskirts of the Kumasi metropolis would be used as an alternative to CRM site, where cylinders will be filled and distributed to high-risk stations in the metropolis for onward distribution to the general public.

    “So all the cylinders will be taken there to fill them, so customers will leave their cylinders at a station like this and it will be taken to outskirt stations which is low risk, fill them and consumers will come and pick them from here. Almost mimicking the CRM, pending the full implementation,” the NPA CEO said.

    The government has meanwhile promised to pay the medical bills of affected persons currently being treated at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

     

    Source: ghananewsagency 

  • NPA to pilot cylinder recirculation model in Kumasi

    Deputy Energy Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has charged the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), as a matter of urgency, use Kumasi as the first point for the implementation of the Cylinder Recirculation Model.

    He said this was as a result of the number of high-risk liquefied petroleum gas stations located in the densely populated Kumasi metropolis after the NPA undertook risk assessment exercise sometime this year.

    Per the directive, all high risk stations will be closed down and converted to cylinder distribution points where consumers can go and exchange their empty cylinders for filled ones.

    After visiting the victims and the accident scene with the Chief Executive of NPA; Alhassan Tampuli, the Mayor Kumasi Osei Assibey, Dr Amin Adam proposed a task force be formed to ensure smooth implementation of the model in the metropolis.

    Read: 400 people to lose their jobs due to cylinder re-circulation program NPA admits

    “The KMA has to work with us so we can get outlets that are ready to start the distribution so that we can distribute cylinders throughout those stations”.

    Dr Amin assured the general public President Akufo Addo was concerned about explosions at gas stations around the country and “he is convinced that the CRM is the answer to stopping these explosions.

    “Not just explosions at gas stations, people are not able to get correct cylinders in their homes and their management of the cylinders in their homes is not good, as a result of that we also have explosions in some homes because of their poor management of the cylinders.

    “The NPA has been doing so much education, creating awareness on how people use cylinders and the incidence of explosions in homes have gone down significantly but major explosions at the stations continue to be a worry to us as a government and this is why the President has directed that the CRM be implemented fully” he stressed.

    The Deputy Energy Minister urged all Ghanaians to support the government to implement the policy because “when we do that we take away the high-risk stations from residential communities… and that will significantly reduce the incidence of gas explosions.”

    He noted that “two lives have been lost and there was a third person in his vehicle across the road who is currently struggling for his life. This is not acceptable to us and this is why we expect Ghanaians to bear with us”.

    According to him, the public must bear with the NPA when the decision to shut down high-risk stations in densely populated communities comes into effect, because of the initial discomfort that may create.

    He however assured everything will be done to ensure the safety of the public remains paramount to the overall operation of government.

    Read: Cylinder recirculation model takes off early 2019

    Mr Tampuli on his part said a cylinder bottling plant had been established to aid in the pilot exercise in the region.

    He revealed two bottling plants were to be established in the Ashanti to serve the region and that of Brong Ahafo when the Authority begins full implementation of the model.

    He disclosed that gas stations stationed in the outskirts of the Kumasi metropolis would be used as an alternative to CRM site, where cylinders will be filled and distributed to high-risk stations in the metropolis for onward distribution to the general public.

    “So all the cylinders will be taken there to fill them, so customers will leave their cylinders at a station like this and it will be taken to outskirt stations which is low risk, fill them and consumers will come and pick them from here. Almost mimicking the CRM, pending the full implementation,” the NPA CEO said.

    The government has meanwhile promised to pay the medical bills of affected persons currently being treated at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

     

    Source: ghananewsagency 

  • CIPS Ghana elects new executives

    Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Ghana (CIPS) has elected new executives to stir the affairs of the chapter as its old executives leave office.

    The elections came off a the just ended annual general meeting of CIPS held at in Accra at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA) on Monday 20/11/18.

    Positions contested for were Branch Chairman, Vice-chairman, Secretary, Education Officer, Communication and Social Media Officer. The chairmanship position was keenly contested by Paa Kwesi Crentsil and Prince Nsiah Asamoah. Although Paa Kwesi emerged as the winner he was given a stiff competition by his colleague.

    Read: Standard Chartered, Prudential Life enter into bancassurance partnership

    Names of the newly elected executives for CIPS Ghana include Victoria Addo Bansah (Vice-chairman), Raymond Hedidor (Secretary), Mark Ofori Afayori (Education Officer) and Daniel Kweku Doudu-Danso (Communication/Social Media Officer).

    Speaking with Paa Kwesi Crentsi, the newly elected Chairman, he expressed gratitude for victory and stated that he and his executives will work to ensure the success of the organization just as his predecessors have done.

    Read: Ensuring value for money in procurement breeds tension Kwaku Kwarteng

    He added that he will collaborate with key stakeholders like Ministry of Procurement, Public Procurement Authority (PPA) and other bodies during his tenure of office to accelerate the growth in the chapter.

    Paa Kwesi Crentsil mentioned internal capacity building as key to administration. He maintained that there is need to make the CIPS Ghana visible to many people as possible to strengthen its influence.

    The new executives were sworn into office by Sam Achampong (Regional Head Middle East, North and West Africa) and Mrs Stella Addo (Country Manager CIPS, Ghana)

    Source: Nii Ayi Mensah Lartey

  • CIPS Ghana elects new executives

    Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Ghana (CIPS) has elected new executives to stir the affairs of the chapter as its old executives leave office.

    The elections came off a the just ended annual general meeting of CIPS held at in Accra at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA) on Monday 20/11/18.

    Positions contested for were Branch Chairman, Vice-chairman, Secretary, Education Officer, Communication and Social Media Officer. The chairmanship position was keenly contested by Paa Kwesi Crentsil and Prince Nsiah Asamoah. Although Paa Kwesi emerged as the winner he was given a stiff competition by his colleague.

    Read: Standard Chartered, Prudential Life enter into bancassurance partnership

    Names of the newly elected executives for CIPS Ghana include Victoria Addo Bansah (Vice-chairman), Raymond Hedidor (Secretary), Mark Ofori Afayori (Education Officer) and Daniel Kweku Doudu-Danso (Communication/Social Media Officer).

    Speaking with Paa Kwesi Crentsi, the newly elected Chairman, he expressed gratitude for victory and stated that he and his executives will work to ensure the success of the organization just as his predecessors have done.

    Read: Ensuring value for money in procurement breeds tension Kwaku Kwarteng

    He added that he will collaborate with key stakeholders like Ministry of Procurement, Public Procurement Authority (PPA) and other bodies during his tenure of office to accelerate the growth in the chapter.

    Paa Kwesi Crentsil mentioned internal capacity building as key to administration. He maintained that there is need to make the CIPS Ghana visible to many people as possible to strengthen its influence.

    The new executives were sworn into office by Sam Achampong (Regional Head Middle East, North and West Africa) and Mrs Stella Addo (Country Manager CIPS, Ghana)

    Source: Nii Ayi Mensah Lartey

  • Vodafone shows commitment to auto business in Ghana

    Vodafone Ghana has once again stayed true to its commitment to customers, with an enhanced offer for the auto industry in Ghana. As a progressive telecommunications brand, Vodafone continues to demonstrate leadership and innovation in the sector; establishing a reputation for unfettered creativity.

    The new package Car Master Bundle is a specific offering to excite and empower spare parts dealers, garage owners and the general auto industry in Ghana. It provides a comprehensive voice and data package for calls, downloads, voice notes, IDD for overseas partners and free mobile money transfers for payments.

    Read: Vodafone recognised as digital leader in Ghana

    The bundle makes best use of on-net and off-net talk time, data and mobile money to create a holistic and stress free product for its targeted audience. The inspiration for the Car Master Bundle emerged as a result of the frequent clamour by the auto industry for a unique experience in telecommunication solutions.

    Commenting, Angela Mensah-Poku, Director for Vodafone Business and Fixed, said: “As a leading company in the enterprise business space in Ghana, we find this very timely and appropriate. What Car Master seeks to do is to create a community of passionate and committed customers; who are consistently fed with bespoke offerings to meet all their connection needs. There is no doubt it will create a revolution and become mainstay in Ghana.”

    Read: Vodafone to support SMEs

    Vodafone is targeting customers across the country and in areas such as Abossey- Okai, Suame Magazine and Kokompe. These markets are made up of associations, business owners, shop managers and handymen. All these categories of customers use voice, data and IDD when interacting with their customers whilst being heavily reliant on mobile money for payments.

    Source: Vodafone Ghana

  • Vodafone shows commitment to auto business in Ghana

    Vodafone Ghana has once again stayed true to its commitment to customers, with an enhanced offer for the auto industry in Ghana. As a progressive telecommunications brand, Vodafone continues to demonstrate leadership and innovation in the sector; establishing a reputation for unfettered creativity.

    The new package Car Master Bundle is a specific offering to excite and empower spare parts dealers, garage owners and the general auto industry in Ghana. It provides a comprehensive voice and data package for calls, downloads, voice notes, IDD for overseas partners and free mobile money transfers for payments.

    Read: Vodafone recognised as digital leader in Ghana

    The bundle makes best use of on-net and off-net talk time, data and mobile money to create a holistic and stress free product for its targeted audience. The inspiration for the Car Master Bundle emerged as a result of the frequent clamour by the auto industry for a unique experience in telecommunication solutions.

    Commenting, Angela Mensah-Poku, Director for Vodafone Business and Fixed, said: “As a leading company in the enterprise business space in Ghana, we find this very timely and appropriate. What Car Master seeks to do is to create a community of passionate and committed customers; who are consistently fed with bespoke offerings to meet all their connection needs. There is no doubt it will create a revolution and become mainstay in Ghana.”

    Read: Vodafone to support SMEs

    Vodafone is targeting customers across the country and in areas such as Abossey- Okai, Suame Magazine and Kokompe. These markets are made up of associations, business owners, shop managers and handymen. All these categories of customers use voice, data and IDD when interacting with their customers whilst being heavily reliant on mobile money for payments.

    Source: Vodafone Ghana

  • Police, immigration service clash over arrest of Nigerian fraudsters

    Officers of the Ghana Police Service and Ghana Immigration Service in the early hours of Wednesday clashed over the arrest of some four Nigerians alleged to be involved in fraud at McCarthy Hills, a suburb of Accra.

    Read: Inadequate 6-months training producing unprofessional police officers Police Operations Chief

    The incident which happened at the full glare of onlookers was an eyesore as the two security agencies battled over who had the power to arrest the alleged fraudsters.

    Head of Public Affairs for the Ghana Immigration Service, Supretendent Michael Amoako-Atta, narrating the incident on Adom News said they had a tip-off from residents of the area that some foreigners are engaged in some illegal business.

    Read: Kalybos reveals he used to aid internet fraudsters

    In a swift response to the information, they quickly moved in to arrest them only for the police to cross them on their way to take the suspects.

    Supt. Amoako- Atta condemned the incident and called on the police hierarchy to punish the officers responsible.

    Source: adomonline.com

  • Police, immigration service clash over arrest of Nigerian fraudsters

    Officers of the Ghana Police Service and Ghana Immigration Service in the early hours of Wednesday clashed over the arrest of some four Nigerians alleged to be involved in fraud at McCarthy Hills, a suburb of Accra.

    Read: Inadequate 6-months training producing unprofessional police officers Police Operations Chief

    The incident which happened at the full glare of onlookers was an eyesore as the two security agencies battled over who had the power to arrest the alleged fraudsters.

    Head of Public Affairs for the Ghana Immigration Service, Supretendent Michael Amoako-Atta, narrating the incident on Adom News said they had a tip-off from residents of the area that some foreigners are engaged in some illegal business.

    Read: Kalybos reveals he used to aid internet fraudsters

    In a swift response to the information, they quickly moved in to arrest them only for the police to cross them on their way to take the suspects.

    Supt. Amoako- Atta condemned the incident and called on the police hierarchy to punish the officers responsible.

    Source: adomonline.com

  • Former NUGS President endorses Prof. Joshua Alabi

    A Presidential aspirant and flagbearer hopeful of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Professor Joshua Alabi continues to receive endorsements from Ghanaian youth leaders, the latest coming from a former President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), Mr Julian Cobbina.

    Read: If I were Akufo-Addo, I would fire Roads minister Alabi

    In a Facebook post to make the declaration, Mr Cobbina, recounted the humble beginnings of the university professor, linked it to the struggles of the first President of Ghana and concluded that the struggles and rise of Professor Alabi is an inspiration to him and should also be to many Ghanaian youth hoping to break the chains of deprivation, neglect, stagnation, abject poverty and squalor.

    The 2016/2017 NUGS President, who is popularly known as ASCORBIC joins colleague student leaders who are championing the Presidential ambition of Prof Joshua Alabi, the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies (UPSA), believing that the economic emancipation that Ghanaians are expecting can best be provided by the Professor.

    Read: I have massive support from NDC bigwigs Prof. Alabi

    He mentioned some of the awards received by Prof Alabi as a testament of his sterling record of achievements and called on the youth seeking inspiration for the motherland to join forces with the Professor.

    Below is the full text of his statement

    Professor Joshua Alabi is such an inspiration; this is a tractor driver and son of a farmer who spent his teenage years working on rice farms.

    His father was an illiterate and a mechanic who dedicated his income to get his children educated. His father was not a politician; he was an ordinary citizen breaking his back and working hard to put food on the table for his family. His father believed in the power of education to jump multitudes into very essential roles in our society.

    He is now a Professor and a decorated Vice-Chancellor. He has been awarded the marketing man of the year and most influential public sector worker in our country.

    Read: Vote for me to take care of you Alabi to NDC delegates

    Prof Alabi is a reminder, that no matter who you are, and how you look like, and where you were born, and who you were born to, and the circumstances of your growing up, you can pursue your goals.

    In 1957, a man emerging from obscurity, our first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, showed us what dedication to conviction could do for our nations and its citizens. Professor Alabi, like Dr. Nkrumah, has no family fame yet he has a dedicated mind and convictions on what this country could achieve for its citizens.

    And his running for the President of Ghana must be a source of hope to lots of the Ghanaian people who think that our beloved country has no place for their talents and goals.

    Source: www.ghanaweb.com

  • Former NUGS President endorses Prof. Joshua Alabi

    A Presidential aspirant and flagbearer hopeful of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Professor Joshua Alabi continues to receive endorsements from Ghanaian youth leaders, the latest coming from a former President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), Mr Julian Cobbina.

    Read: If I were Akufo-Addo, I would fire Roads minister Alabi

    In a Facebook post to make the declaration, Mr Cobbina, recounted the humble beginnings of the university professor, linked it to the struggles of the first President of Ghana and concluded that the struggles and rise of Professor Alabi is an inspiration to him and should also be to many Ghanaian youth hoping to break the chains of deprivation, neglect, stagnation, abject poverty and squalor.

    The 2016/2017 NUGS President, who is popularly known as ASCORBIC joins colleague student leaders who are championing the Presidential ambition of Prof Joshua Alabi, the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies (UPSA), believing that the economic emancipation that Ghanaians are expecting can best be provided by the Professor.

    Read: I have massive support from NDC bigwigs Prof. Alabi

    He mentioned some of the awards received by Prof Alabi as a testament of his sterling record of achievements and called on the youth seeking inspiration for the motherland to join forces with the Professor.

    Below is the full text of his statement

    Professor Joshua Alabi is such an inspiration; this is a tractor driver and son of a farmer who spent his teenage years working on rice farms.

    His father was an illiterate and a mechanic who dedicated his income to get his children educated. His father was not a politician; he was an ordinary citizen breaking his back and working hard to put food on the table for his family. His father believed in the power of education to jump multitudes into very essential roles in our society.

    He is now a Professor and a decorated Vice-Chancellor. He has been awarded the marketing man of the year and most influential public sector worker in our country.

    Read: Vote for me to take care of you Alabi to NDC delegates

    Prof Alabi is a reminder, that no matter who you are, and how you look like, and where you were born, and who you were born to, and the circumstances of your growing up, you can pursue your goals.

    In 1957, a man emerging from obscurity, our first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, showed us what dedication to conviction could do for our nations and its citizens. Professor Alabi, like Dr. Nkrumah, has no family fame yet he has a dedicated mind and convictions on what this country could achieve for its citizens.

    And his running for the President of Ghana must be a source of hope to lots of the Ghanaian people who think that our beloved country has no place for their talents and goals.

    Source: www.ghanaweb.com

  • Khashoggi murder: Calls to remove Saudi crown prince ‘a red line’

    Calls to remove Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman are a “red line”, the Saudi foreign minister has told the BBC, amid a global outcry over the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

    Adel al-Jubeir said the prince had not been involved in the 2 October killing in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.

    This comes a day after the US Congress demanded an investigation into whether the prince had a role in the murder.

    President Donald Trump has defended US ties with Saudi Arabia.

    In a statement on Tuesday, Mr Trump acknowledged that the crown prince “could very well” have known about Khashoggi’s brutal murder, adding: “Maybe he did and maybe he didn’t!”

    What did the Saudi foreign minister say?
    Speaking to the BBC’s chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet in Riyadh, Mr al-Jubeir said: “In Saudi Arabia our leadership is a red line. The custodian of the two holy mosques [King Salman] and the Crown Prince (Mohammed bin Salman) are a red line.

    “They represent every Saudi citizen and every Saudi citizen represents them. And we will not tolerate any discussion of anything that is disparaging towards our monarch or our crown prince.”

    Mr al-Jubeir reiterated that the crown prince had not been involved in the murder.

    “We have made that very clear. We have investigations ongoing and we will punish the individuals who are responsible for this,” he said.

    It has been widely reported in the US media that the CIA believes the grisly killing could only have happened on the crown prince’s order.

    But Mr al-Jubeir disputed those reports, saying the killing was a “rogue operation” by intelligence agents.

    And the Saudi minister again urged Turkey to provide all the evidence about the killing and stop leaking information.

    He also said any potential US sanctions against Saudi Arabia would be short-sighted.

    What about the investigation demand from the US Congress?

    On Tuesday, Republican Senator Bob Corker and Democrat Bob Menendez issued a statement on behalf of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

    In it they called on Mr Trump to focus a second investigation specifically on the crown prince so as to “determine whether a foreign person is responsible for an extrajudicial killing, torture or other gross violation” of human rights.

     

    he request, issued under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, requires a response within 120 days.

    What did Trump’s earlier statement say?

    “The world is a very dangerous place!” Mr Trump said in his statement, before holding up Saudi Arabia as an ally of the US against Iran.

    The kingdom spent “billions of dollars in leading the fight against Radical Islamic Terrorism” whereas Iran has “killed many Americans and other innocent people throughout the Middle East”.

    It also stressed Saudi investment pledges and arms purchases. “If we foolishly cancel these contracts, Russia and China would be the enormous beneficiaries,” it added.

    While admitting the murder of Jamal Khashoggi was “terrible”, Mr Trump wrote that “we may never know all of the facts” about his death.
    “The United States intends to remain a steadfast partner of Saudi Arabia to ensure the interests of our country, Israel and all other partners in the region.”

    Mr Trump later said he would meet Mohammed bin Salman at a G20 meeting in Argentina next week if the crown prince attended.

     

    Source: BBC 

  • Khashoggi murder: Calls to remove Saudi crown prince ‘a red line’

    Calls to remove Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman are a “red line”, the Saudi foreign minister has told the BBC, amid a global outcry over the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

    Adel al-Jubeir said the prince had not been involved in the 2 October killing in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.

    This comes a day after the US Congress demanded an investigation into whether the prince had a role in the murder.

    President Donald Trump has defended US ties with Saudi Arabia.

    In a statement on Tuesday, Mr Trump acknowledged that the crown prince “could very well” have known about Khashoggi’s brutal murder, adding: “Maybe he did and maybe he didn’t!”

    What did the Saudi foreign minister say?
    Speaking to the BBC’s chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet in Riyadh, Mr al-Jubeir said: “In Saudi Arabia our leadership is a red line. The custodian of the two holy mosques [King Salman] and the Crown Prince (Mohammed bin Salman) are a red line.

    “They represent every Saudi citizen and every Saudi citizen represents them. And we will not tolerate any discussion of anything that is disparaging towards our monarch or our crown prince.”

    Mr al-Jubeir reiterated that the crown prince had not been involved in the murder.

    “We have made that very clear. We have investigations ongoing and we will punish the individuals who are responsible for this,” he said.

    It has been widely reported in the US media that the CIA believes the grisly killing could only have happened on the crown prince’s order.

    But Mr al-Jubeir disputed those reports, saying the killing was a “rogue operation” by intelligence agents.

    And the Saudi minister again urged Turkey to provide all the evidence about the killing and stop leaking information.

    He also said any potential US sanctions against Saudi Arabia would be short-sighted.

    What about the investigation demand from the US Congress?

    On Tuesday, Republican Senator Bob Corker and Democrat Bob Menendez issued a statement on behalf of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

    In it they called on Mr Trump to focus a second investigation specifically on the crown prince so as to “determine whether a foreign person is responsible for an extrajudicial killing, torture or other gross violation” of human rights.

     

    he request, issued under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, requires a response within 120 days.

    What did Trump’s earlier statement say?

    “The world is a very dangerous place!” Mr Trump said in his statement, before holding up Saudi Arabia as an ally of the US against Iran.

    The kingdom spent “billions of dollars in leading the fight against Radical Islamic Terrorism” whereas Iran has “killed many Americans and other innocent people throughout the Middle East”.

    It also stressed Saudi investment pledges and arms purchases. “If we foolishly cancel these contracts, Russia and China would be the enormous beneficiaries,” it added.

    While admitting the murder of Jamal Khashoggi was “terrible”, Mr Trump wrote that “we may never know all of the facts” about his death.
    “The United States intends to remain a steadfast partner of Saudi Arabia to ensure the interests of our country, Israel and all other partners in the region.”

    Mr Trump later said he would meet Mohammed bin Salman at a G20 meeting in Argentina next week if the crown prince attended.

     

    Source: BBC 

  • Two drivers die in Akyem Asafo accident

    Two drivers have been confirmed dead in a fatal accident which involved Hyundai H100 and a Daewoo Truck at Akyem Asafo on the Apedwa-Bonsu stretch of the Accra-Kumasi Highways.

    Bodies of the deceased persons have been deposited at the Suhum Government Hospital Morgue while the only survivor in the car crash, a mate for one of the drivers, is in critical condition at the Emergency Ward of the Kibi Government Hospital.

    Read: Madina accidents: Police fire tear gas as residents block highway

    The Public Relations Officer of the Eastern Regional Police Command, DSP Ebenezer Tetteh explained that the accident occurred on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at about 4:20pm.

    The Hyundai H100 mini bus with registration number GM 2201-16 which was loaded with baskets of fresh tomatoes from the Kumasi direction towards Accra burst the offside rear tyre on reaching Akim Asafo Roman School area, the driver lost control, veered off his lane onto the opposite lane and crashed with the Daewoo truck with Registration number GW 6281-17 loaded with bags of rice from Accra with a driver and a passenger on board.

    Read: Woman killed in bus accident with tractor, 14 others hospitalized

    Local Police told Starr News the driver and Mate in the Daewoo Truck were trapped in the Vehicle while the driver of the Hyundai was ejected by the force of the crash and got trapped under the Daewoo hence it took the intervention of personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service from Suhum to extricate them, but were confirmed dead when rushed to Suhum government Hospital.

    Source: Starrfmonline.com

  • Two drivers die in Akyem Asafo accident

    Two drivers have been confirmed dead in a fatal accident which involved Hyundai H100 and a Daewoo Truck at Akyem Asafo on the Apedwa-Bonsu stretch of the Accra-Kumasi Highways.

    Bodies of the deceased persons have been deposited at the Suhum Government Hospital Morgue while the only survivor in the car crash, a mate for one of the drivers, is in critical condition at the Emergency Ward of the Kibi Government Hospital.

    Read: Madina accidents: Police fire tear gas as residents block highway

    The Public Relations Officer of the Eastern Regional Police Command, DSP Ebenezer Tetteh explained that the accident occurred on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at about 4:20pm.

    The Hyundai H100 mini bus with registration number GM 2201-16 which was loaded with baskets of fresh tomatoes from the Kumasi direction towards Accra burst the offside rear tyre on reaching Akim Asafo Roman School area, the driver lost control, veered off his lane onto the opposite lane and crashed with the Daewoo truck with Registration number GW 6281-17 loaded with bags of rice from Accra with a driver and a passenger on board.

    Read: Woman killed in bus accident with tractor, 14 others hospitalized

    Local Police told Starr News the driver and Mate in the Daewoo Truck were trapped in the Vehicle while the driver of the Hyundai was ejected by the force of the crash and got trapped under the Daewoo hence it took the intervention of personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service from Suhum to extricate them, but were confirmed dead when rushed to Suhum government Hospital.

    Source: Starrfmonline.com

  • Kofi Osei Ameyaw shines at the NLA – PFEJ says

    The Leadership of the Public Forum for Economic Justice (PFEJ) has lauded the Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Kofi Osei-Ameyaw for achieving a breathtaking and stupendous innovations at the Authority in less than two years in office as the Director-General.

    This was made known to the media in Accra on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 by the group’s convener, Bismarck R. Ansah.

    Read: Group hails NLA boss for chalking success at Authority

    He said “Per our checks at the National Lottery Authority, Kofi Osei-Ameyaw’s leadership with the support from the Board of NLA has contributed hugely to the Refurbishment of the Lotto Marketing Companies National Head Office in Accra”.

    He added “We would like to commend Kofi Osei-Ameyaw and the Board of NLA for taking pragmatic steps and initiatives to positively redefine the lottery business in Ghana.

    He, therefore, urged the general public to disregard some media machinations orchestrated by certain criminals who are hiding behind some unpopular newspapers and incredible journalists to tarnish the high earned reputation of NLA boss.

    Read: Man reveals how Obinim and co get their lotto numbers to give to their congregants

    “They are doing very well and we would like to entreat the public to totally ignore and disregard the evil media machinations orchestrated by certain criminals and fraudulent personalities who are hiding behind unpopular newspapers and uncredible journalists to tarnish the reputation of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw and Board of NLA”, he urged.

    He also revealed, “Under the able leadership of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw, NLA paid into the Consolidated Fund an amount of 30 million Ghana Cedis for the year 2017”.

    “That was unprecedented as compared to the 16 million Ghana Cedis the former Director-General Ahiaglo paid into the Consolidated Fund for the year 2016. In effect, it means that this good record of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw is far better than the shambolic record of Brigadier-General Ahiaglo”, he added.

    “The leadership of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw was able to convince the Economic Management Team of Government to abolish the 7.5% Income Tax on the commission of Lotto Marketing Companies as well as ensure the removal of the 5% withholding tax on lotto prizes,” he emphasized.

    Hon. Kofi Osei-Ameyaw upon assumption in Office put the necessary measures in place to fight and possibly eliminate all the fraudulent activities in the Lottery Industry in Ghana.

    Mr. Kofi Osei-Ameyaw was appointed by President Akufo-Addo in March 2017 to replace Brigadier-General Ahiaglo (Rtd) as the Director-General of NLA.

    Source: Daniel Kaku

  • Kofi Osei Ameyaw shines at the NLA – PFEJ says

    The Leadership of the Public Forum for Economic Justice (PFEJ) has lauded the Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Kofi Osei-Ameyaw for achieving a breathtaking and stupendous innovations at the Authority in less than two years in office as the Director-General.

    This was made known to the media in Accra on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 by the group’s convener, Bismarck R. Ansah.

    Read: Group hails NLA boss for chalking success at Authority

    He said “Per our checks at the National Lottery Authority, Kofi Osei-Ameyaw’s leadership with the support from the Board of NLA has contributed hugely to the Refurbishment of the Lotto Marketing Companies National Head Office in Accra”.

    He added “We would like to commend Kofi Osei-Ameyaw and the Board of NLA for taking pragmatic steps and initiatives to positively redefine the lottery business in Ghana.

    He, therefore, urged the general public to disregard some media machinations orchestrated by certain criminals who are hiding behind some unpopular newspapers and incredible journalists to tarnish the high earned reputation of NLA boss.

    Read: Man reveals how Obinim and co get their lotto numbers to give to their congregants

    “They are doing very well and we would like to entreat the public to totally ignore and disregard the evil media machinations orchestrated by certain criminals and fraudulent personalities who are hiding behind unpopular newspapers and uncredible journalists to tarnish the reputation of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw and Board of NLA”, he urged.

    He also revealed, “Under the able leadership of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw, NLA paid into the Consolidated Fund an amount of 30 million Ghana Cedis for the year 2017”.

    “That was unprecedented as compared to the 16 million Ghana Cedis the former Director-General Ahiaglo paid into the Consolidated Fund for the year 2016. In effect, it means that this good record of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw is far better than the shambolic record of Brigadier-General Ahiaglo”, he added.

    “The leadership of Kofi Osei-Ameyaw was able to convince the Economic Management Team of Government to abolish the 7.5% Income Tax on the commission of Lotto Marketing Companies as well as ensure the removal of the 5% withholding tax on lotto prizes,” he emphasized.

    Hon. Kofi Osei-Ameyaw upon assumption in Office put the necessary measures in place to fight and possibly eliminate all the fraudulent activities in the Lottery Industry in Ghana.

    Mr. Kofi Osei-Ameyaw was appointed by President Akufo-Addo in March 2017 to replace Brigadier-General Ahiaglo (Rtd) as the Director-General of NLA.

    Source: Daniel Kaku

  • Deportivo Alaves to sell Mubarak Wakaso in January

    High-flying Spanish side Deportivo Alaves are reported to be planning on selling Mubarak Wakaso as part of their plans to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino.

    According to GOL Digital, the Babazorros El Glorioso will dump the Ghana international to fund their bid for Merino.

    Read: Wakaso is a card away from suspension in Portuguese League

    Wakaso, 28, has been in fine form for the club side in the ongoing campaign after making 9 appearances to help the Mendizorrotza Stadium outfit to 4th on the league log, but with strong interest from Getafe is forcing the hand of club to sell the midfielder.

    Deportivo Alaves coach Abelardo Fernández has been told he must get rid of some players to generate funds and free up space within his squad for Merino.

    Read: Deportivo Alaves sweat over Wakaso injury ahead Girona Copa Del Rey clash

    The former Newcastle United attacking midfielder’s time at Anoeta has been blighted by injuries which has prevented him from playing with continuity, but when he has done so he has been a key player for Asier Garitano.

    Wakaso has joined up with his teammates in training after playing a starring role for Ghana in their 2-0 win over the Walias of Ethiopia in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

    He last featured for the side in their 2-1 win over Villarreal on matchday 10 of the Spanish La Liga, but will hope to recapture his place in the team when they travel to the Estadio Municipal de Butarque to play CD Leganes on Friday.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Deportivo Alaves to sell Mubarak Wakaso in January

    High-flying Spanish side Deportivo Alaves are reported to be planning on selling Mubarak Wakaso as part of their plans to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino.

    According to GOL Digital, the Babazorros El Glorioso will dump the Ghana international to fund their bid for Merino.

    Read: Wakaso is a card away from suspension in Portuguese League

    Wakaso, 28, has been in fine form for the club side in the ongoing campaign after making 9 appearances to help the Mendizorrotza Stadium outfit to 4th on the league log, but with strong interest from Getafe is forcing the hand of club to sell the midfielder.

    Deportivo Alaves coach Abelardo Fernández has been told he must get rid of some players to generate funds and free up space within his squad for Merino.

    Read: Deportivo Alaves sweat over Wakaso injury ahead Girona Copa Del Rey clash

    The former Newcastle United attacking midfielder’s time at Anoeta has been blighted by injuries which has prevented him from playing with continuity, but when he has done so he has been a key player for Asier Garitano.

    Wakaso has joined up with his teammates in training after playing a starring role for Ghana in their 2-0 win over the Walias of Ethiopia in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

    He last featured for the side in their 2-1 win over Villarreal on matchday 10 of the Spanish La Liga, but will hope to recapture his place in the team when they travel to the Estadio Municipal de Butarque to play CD Leganes on Friday.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • D&G apologise over Instagram ‘hacks’ amid racism accusations

    Dolce & Gabbana has apologised for posts on its Instagram account written in response to its latest ad campaign.

    The Italian fashion house said its and co-founder Stefano Gabbana’s accounts were hacked and used to criticise Chinese people.

    “We have nothing but respect for China and the people of China,” the apology message read.

    The brand is already in hot water over its #DGLovesChina campaign, which has been accused of racism.

    Gabbana also apologised, posting a screenshot on Instagram of offensive messages he claims were sent by a hacker abusing his account.

    D&G posted three videos this week of a Chinese model eating Italian foods like pizza and pasta with chopsticks.

    These videos are available to view on Instagram but were taken down from Chinese social media network Weibo less than 24 hours after they were posted.

    According to digital publication Jing Daily, which covers luxury consumer trends in China, the videos made “big mistakes in tone and taste”.

    It said the campaign had been criticised for “trivialising China’s centuries-old culture and depicting Chinese women in a stereotypical and even racist way” by users on social media.

    The use of split-up chopsticks was also criticised for being improper and disrespectful.

    D&G is yet to apologise for the campaign, which was to have been accompanied by a catwalk show in Shanghai on Wednesday that has now been cancelled.

    “Boycott Dolce” has also been discussed on Weibo more than 18,000 times, according to Jing Daily.

    The website Business of Fashion said the decision to cancel the show had been taken by Chinese authorities.

    A number of high-profile Chinese celebrities had announced they would not attend.

    “I love my mother country,” actress Li Bingbing told her 42 million fans.

    “Our mother country is more important than anything,” said the management of Wang Junkai, a singer in boy band TFBoys, who also withdrew.

    Actor Talu Wang wrote on Weibo: “Respect is more important than anything.”

    This isn’t the first time the high-end brand has been accused of racism towards China.

    Last April they posted a campaign on Weibo that showed impoverished people in run-down areas of Beijing pictured with D&G models ahead of a catwalk show in the city.

    The pictures were criticised for stereotyping Chinese history by showing old parts of the city, rather than more modern depictions of Beijing.

    D&G also caused controversy in 2016 when it called an item of footwear in its spring/summer collection a “slave sandal”.

    Source: bbc.com

  • D&G apologise over Instagram ‘hacks’ amid racism accusations

    Dolce & Gabbana has apologised for posts on its Instagram account written in response to its latest ad campaign.

    The Italian fashion house said its and co-founder Stefano Gabbana’s accounts were hacked and used to criticise Chinese people.

    “We have nothing but respect for China and the people of China,” the apology message read.

    The brand is already in hot water over its #DGLovesChina campaign, which has been accused of racism.

    Gabbana also apologised, posting a screenshot on Instagram of offensive messages he claims were sent by a hacker abusing his account.

    D&G posted three videos this week of a Chinese model eating Italian foods like pizza and pasta with chopsticks.

    These videos are available to view on Instagram but were taken down from Chinese social media network Weibo less than 24 hours after they were posted.

    According to digital publication Jing Daily, which covers luxury consumer trends in China, the videos made “big mistakes in tone and taste”.

    It said the campaign had been criticised for “trivialising China’s centuries-old culture and depicting Chinese women in a stereotypical and even racist way” by users on social media.

    The use of split-up chopsticks was also criticised for being improper and disrespectful.

    D&G is yet to apologise for the campaign, which was to have been accompanied by a catwalk show in Shanghai on Wednesday that has now been cancelled.

    “Boycott Dolce” has also been discussed on Weibo more than 18,000 times, according to Jing Daily.

    The website Business of Fashion said the decision to cancel the show had been taken by Chinese authorities.

    A number of high-profile Chinese celebrities had announced they would not attend.

    “I love my mother country,” actress Li Bingbing told her 42 million fans.

    “Our mother country is more important than anything,” said the management of Wang Junkai, a singer in boy band TFBoys, who also withdrew.

    Actor Talu Wang wrote on Weibo: “Respect is more important than anything.”

    This isn’t the first time the high-end brand has been accused of racism towards China.

    Last April they posted a campaign on Weibo that showed impoverished people in run-down areas of Beijing pictured with D&G models ahead of a catwalk show in the city.

    The pictures were criticised for stereotyping Chinese history by showing old parts of the city, rather than more modern depictions of Beijing.

    D&G also caused controversy in 2016 when it called an item of footwear in its spring/summer collection a “slave sandal”.

    Source: bbc.com

  • 5 new districts coming

    The government has said it intends creating five new districts in order to facilitate development in those areas.

    Some 38 new Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies were created in 2017.

    Together with the proposed five, the country will have 259 MMDAs in total.

    Read: We have no ulterior motive for creation of new regions Oppong Nkrumah

    According to Deputy Local Government Minister, Collins Ntim, who laid a Legislative Instrument (L.I.) on the floor of parliament on Wednesday, 21 November 2018 for the new districts, the move will help decentralise governance and help extend development to other parts of the country.

    Mr Ntim said the government is trying to deepen the processes of decentralisation and bring governance closer to citizens.

    He emphasised that the government was also exploring efficient resource allocation to expedite wealth creation.

    Read: Creation of new regions: EC sets dates for registration, voting

    “Going forward, it became necessary that from the articulations coming from the public that there was a need to also have a second look at some of the districts and constituencies, so, the Ministry of Local Government had series of petitions… It has come to an acceptance that there is a need to consider uplifting some of the constituencies, about five of them, to a district status …” he told parliament.

    The L.I. is also expected to reduce and re-demarcate the boundaries of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) with some four other municipalities being created.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • 5 new districts coming

    The government has said it intends creating five new districts in order to facilitate development in those areas.

    Some 38 new Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies were created in 2017.

    Together with the proposed five, the country will have 259 MMDAs in total.

    Read: We have no ulterior motive for creation of new regions Oppong Nkrumah

    According to Deputy Local Government Minister, Collins Ntim, who laid a Legislative Instrument (L.I.) on the floor of parliament on Wednesday, 21 November 2018 for the new districts, the move will help decentralise governance and help extend development to other parts of the country.

    Mr Ntim said the government is trying to deepen the processes of decentralisation and bring governance closer to citizens.

    He emphasised that the government was also exploring efficient resource allocation to expedite wealth creation.

    Read: Creation of new regions: EC sets dates for registration, voting

    “Going forward, it became necessary that from the articulations coming from the public that there was a need to also have a second look at some of the districts and constituencies, so, the Ministry of Local Government had series of petitions… It has come to an acceptance that there is a need to consider uplifting some of the constituencies, about five of them, to a district status …” he told parliament.

    The L.I. is also expected to reduce and re-demarcate the boundaries of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) with some four other municipalities being created.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • Peace beckons at last in Dagbon as Asantehene announces roadmap

    The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has announced a roadmap for peace in Dagbon beginning with the organization of two important funerals which have been a bone of contention for years.

    Beginning December 14-28 the Abudus will organize the first funeral for the late Ya-Na Mahamudu Abdulai and observe a one week period after which the Andanis will organize the second funeral for the late Ya-Na Yakubu Andani beginning January 18, 2019.

    After the organization of these two funerals, the parties involved will meet, select and install a new Ya-Na for the people of Dagbon.

    Read: Dagbon Youth tired of age-old Abudu-Andani conflict Akufo-Addo

    These were contained in the roadmap presented by the three eminent chiefs to the President AkufoAddo, Wednesday after over a decade-long mediation between the Abudus and Andanis.

    There has been simmering tension between the two factions after a March 27, 2002 clashes led to the murder of the late Ya-Na Yakubu Andani and some of his elders.

    The clashes were triggered in part by a disagreement over who was the rightful heir to the throne.

    The then NPP government under ex-president John Kufuor constituted the Wuako Commission to investigate the circumstances that led to the clashes and the casualties.

    Read: Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    The Commission after its sitting recommended the prosecution of some two persons Yidana Sugri and Iddrisu Gyamfo, who were seen on 27th March holding severed parts of the late Ya-Na, Yakubu Andani II, soon after his killing.
    The Commission also recommended that government must take steps to find lasting peace between the people of Dagbon.

    The two suspects were sent to court but were acquitted and discharged for lack of evidence.

    In line with the recommendation by the Wuako Commission the then president Kufuor also instituted the Committee of Eminent chiefs to mediate between the two feuding factions and to provide a roadmap for peace.

    Read: Otumfuo settles Andani, Abudu rift In Dagbon crisis

    The major point of disagreement has been who and when to organize the funerals of the late Ya-Nas belonging to both factions.

    On account of this, the factions, have at different times, threatened to opt out of the mediation process involving the panel of eminent chiefs.

    It has taken more than 10 years for the mediation process to be over. Presenting the report, the Asantehene and his two compatriots Yagbonwura Tuntumba Bore Essa I, Overlord of the Gonja Traditional Area and Nayiri Naabohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, Overlord of the Mamprugu said their job is not done until a new Ya-Na is enskinned.

    The Chiefs, however, believe the roadmap drawn will lead to the lasting peace everybody has been working towards.

    Lucky President?

    The Asantehene who spoke on behalf of the Committee described president Akufo-Addo as the luckiest president to be receiving the report of the committee which sat through three different administrations beginning with ex-president Kufuor, Ex-president John Mills and Ex-president John Mahama.

    He debunked assertion that the chiefs were put under pressure by the political heads to complete the report, adding he will not allow any interference from the political elites.

    In receiving the report, the president Nana Akufo-Addo said: “This will one of the most memorable days of my presidency.”

    He said the wisdom of ex-president John Kufuor in setting up the committee has been “vindicated.”

    Even though the conflict and the tension dragged on for over 16 years, the president said he never once entertained skepticism even though many had given up hope.

    “I have an unshakeable belief in Ghanaians to resolve their grievances,” he stated, adding, the roadmap is great and will bring peace.

    “To the three eminent chiefs who have worked for so long, I commend your tenacity.”

    “Even when times the situation was hopeless you were still committed to the seemingly intractable conflict”

    The president made a passionate appeal to the people of Dagbon to give peace and development a chance, saying the youth are tired of the age-old conflict.

    According to him, the people of Dagbon have the best opportunity to mend fences and accommodate one another even if they disagree.

    Reiterating his neutrality in the 16-year-old conflict, the president stated “I am not a Dagomba and can neither be an Abudu nor Andani. All I want to see is peace.”

    Source: adomonline.com

  • Peace beckons at last in Dagbon as Asantehene announces roadmap

    The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has announced a roadmap for peace in Dagbon beginning with the organization of two important funerals which have been a bone of contention for years.

    Beginning December 14-28 the Abudus will organize the first funeral for the late Ya-Na Mahamudu Abdulai and observe a one week period after which the Andanis will organize the second funeral for the late Ya-Na Yakubu Andani beginning January 18, 2019.

    After the organization of these two funerals, the parties involved will meet, select and install a new Ya-Na for the people of Dagbon.

    Read: Dagbon Youth tired of age-old Abudu-Andani conflict Akufo-Addo

    These were contained in the roadmap presented by the three eminent chiefs to the President AkufoAddo, Wednesday after over a decade-long mediation between the Abudus and Andanis.

    There has been simmering tension between the two factions after a March 27, 2002 clashes led to the murder of the late Ya-Na Yakubu Andani and some of his elders.

    The clashes were triggered in part by a disagreement over who was the rightful heir to the throne.

    The then NPP government under ex-president John Kufuor constituted the Wuako Commission to investigate the circumstances that led to the clashes and the casualties.

    Read: Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    The Commission after its sitting recommended the prosecution of some two persons Yidana Sugri and Iddrisu Gyamfo, who were seen on 27th March holding severed parts of the late Ya-Na, Yakubu Andani II, soon after his killing.
    The Commission also recommended that government must take steps to find lasting peace between the people of Dagbon.

    The two suspects were sent to court but were acquitted and discharged for lack of evidence.

    In line with the recommendation by the Wuako Commission the then president Kufuor also instituted the Committee of Eminent chiefs to mediate between the two feuding factions and to provide a roadmap for peace.

    Read: Otumfuo settles Andani, Abudu rift In Dagbon crisis

    The major point of disagreement has been who and when to organize the funerals of the late Ya-Nas belonging to both factions.

    On account of this, the factions, have at different times, threatened to opt out of the mediation process involving the panel of eminent chiefs.

    It has taken more than 10 years for the mediation process to be over. Presenting the report, the Asantehene and his two compatriots Yagbonwura Tuntumba Bore Essa I, Overlord of the Gonja Traditional Area and Nayiri Naabohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, Overlord of the Mamprugu said their job is not done until a new Ya-Na is enskinned.

    The Chiefs, however, believe the roadmap drawn will lead to the lasting peace everybody has been working towards.

    Lucky President?

    The Asantehene who spoke on behalf of the Committee described president Akufo-Addo as the luckiest president to be receiving the report of the committee which sat through three different administrations beginning with ex-president Kufuor, Ex-president John Mills and Ex-president John Mahama.

    He debunked assertion that the chiefs were put under pressure by the political heads to complete the report, adding he will not allow any interference from the political elites.

    In receiving the report, the president Nana Akufo-Addo said: “This will one of the most memorable days of my presidency.”

    He said the wisdom of ex-president John Kufuor in setting up the committee has been “vindicated.”

    Even though the conflict and the tension dragged on for over 16 years, the president said he never once entertained skepticism even though many had given up hope.

    “I have an unshakeable belief in Ghanaians to resolve their grievances,” he stated, adding, the roadmap is great and will bring peace.

    “To the three eminent chiefs who have worked for so long, I commend your tenacity.”

    “Even when times the situation was hopeless you were still committed to the seemingly intractable conflict”

    The president made a passionate appeal to the people of Dagbon to give peace and development a chance, saying the youth are tired of the age-old conflict.

    According to him, the people of Dagbon have the best opportunity to mend fences and accommodate one another even if they disagree.

    Reiterating his neutrality in the 16-year-old conflict, the president stated “I am not a Dagomba and can neither be an Abudu nor Andani. All I want to see is peace.”

    Source: adomonline.com

  • GJA hands over bribery case to CID

    The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has reportedly referred an alleged bribery case against a reporter of Accra FM to the Ghana Police Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

    Nana Okyere Gyampa of Accra FM is alleged to have persistently demanded GH¢5 million from the managing director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) as a condition for dropping a “negative story” against the company.

    Read: GJA to drag media houses to court for retrenching journalists

    A statement issued by GJA President, Affail Monney, said the action followed a preliminary investigation and interrogation of the reporter by the GJA on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.

    According to the statement, the journalist admitted during the hearing at the Ghana International Press Centre that it was unethical for him to demand money from the managing director.

    The statement indicated: “He, however, did that in WhatsApp messages to the MD in order to compel him to end alleged malpractices at ECG. Nana Gyampa could not tell whether he had cross-checked the information he had.”

    Read: Sex party story: GJA to blacklist UDS over assault on Journalists

    It said: “After the interrogation, Nana Gyampa again sent a WhatsApp message to the MD today (Wednesday, November 14, 2018) in which he threatened to go ahead to publish damaging stories against the ECG boss as punishment for leaking to the GJA the five million cedi demand he had made.”

    According to the statement, “The Association finds the behaviour of Nana Gyampa before, during and after its investigation as unrepentant, arrogant, reprehensible, unacceptable, mercenary and a clear breach of Article 10 of the GJA Code of Ethics which states that a journalist “does not accept a bribe or any form of inducement to influence the performance of his or her professional duties.”

    Source: dailyguideafrica.com

  • GJA hands over bribery case to CID

    The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has reportedly referred an alleged bribery case against a reporter of Accra FM to the Ghana Police Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

    Nana Okyere Gyampa of Accra FM is alleged to have persistently demanded GH¢5 million from the managing director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) as a condition for dropping a “negative story” against the company.

    Read: GJA to drag media houses to court for retrenching journalists

    A statement issued by GJA President, Affail Monney, said the action followed a preliminary investigation and interrogation of the reporter by the GJA on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.

    According to the statement, the journalist admitted during the hearing at the Ghana International Press Centre that it was unethical for him to demand money from the managing director.

    The statement indicated: “He, however, did that in WhatsApp messages to the MD in order to compel him to end alleged malpractices at ECG. Nana Gyampa could not tell whether he had cross-checked the information he had.”

    Read: Sex party story: GJA to blacklist UDS over assault on Journalists

    It said: “After the interrogation, Nana Gyampa again sent a WhatsApp message to the MD today (Wednesday, November 14, 2018) in which he threatened to go ahead to publish damaging stories against the ECG boss as punishment for leaking to the GJA the five million cedi demand he had made.”

    According to the statement, “The Association finds the behaviour of Nana Gyampa before, during and after its investigation as unrepentant, arrogant, reprehensible, unacceptable, mercenary and a clear breach of Article 10 of the GJA Code of Ethics which states that a journalist “does not accept a bribe or any form of inducement to influence the performance of his or her professional duties.”

    Source: dailyguideafrica.com

  • Dagbon Youth tired of age-old Abudu-Andani conflict Akufo-Addo

    The youths of Dagbon are tired of the sixteen-year-old chieftaincy crisis in Yendi in the Northern Region of Ghana, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has said.

    Mr Akufo-Addo said at a meeting with the Otumfuo Mediation Committee handling the Dagbon chieftaincy stalemate on Wednesday, 21 November 2018 at the Jubilee House that the youth are looking forward to a period where they can transform their lives.

    Read: Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    “The overwhelming majority of the people of Dagbon, especially the youth are tired of this age-old conflict and just want the opportunity to enhance their lives enormously.

    “The government will give the requisite financial, moral, physical resources to ensure the sustenance of the peace process to be embarked on today.

    “Even though the government has already spent a huge amount of money and resources in maintaining peace in Yendi these last sixteen years, the government will not renege in its determination to help restore peace and unity in Dagbon”, Nana Akufo-Addo said when the Otumfuo-led committee presented its peace roadmap to him at the Jubilee House.

    Read: Dagbon crisis: Akufo-Addo to meet Otumfuo Mediation Committee today

    He further stated: “I have said on many occasions, I am not a Dagomba, and, I, therefore, cannot be an Andani or Abudu. I have no candidate for the office of the Ya Na. That is a matter for the people of Dagbon.

    “I am just an ordinary Ghanaian who wants to see the peace, progress and prosperity of all parts of our beautiful country without any discrimination or differentiation.”

    The Committee of Eminent Chiefs led by the Asantehene resolved recently that the Abudu and Andani royal families should perform the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Mahamadu Abdulai IV from 14 December 2018 to 28 December 2018; and the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Yakubu Andani II from 4 January 2019 to 14 January 2019.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • Dagbon Youth tired of age-old Abudu-Andani conflict Akufo-Addo

    The youths of Dagbon are tired of the sixteen-year-old chieftaincy crisis in Yendi in the Northern Region of Ghana, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has said.

    Mr Akufo-Addo said at a meeting with the Otumfuo Mediation Committee handling the Dagbon chieftaincy stalemate on Wednesday, 21 November 2018 at the Jubilee House that the youth are looking forward to a period where they can transform their lives.

    Read: Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    “The overwhelming majority of the people of Dagbon, especially the youth are tired of this age-old conflict and just want the opportunity to enhance their lives enormously.

    “The government will give the requisite financial, moral, physical resources to ensure the sustenance of the peace process to be embarked on today.

    “Even though the government has already spent a huge amount of money and resources in maintaining peace in Yendi these last sixteen years, the government will not renege in its determination to help restore peace and unity in Dagbon”, Nana Akufo-Addo said when the Otumfuo-led committee presented its peace roadmap to him at the Jubilee House.

    Read: Dagbon crisis: Akufo-Addo to meet Otumfuo Mediation Committee today

    He further stated: “I have said on many occasions, I am not a Dagomba, and, I, therefore, cannot be an Andani or Abudu. I have no candidate for the office of the Ya Na. That is a matter for the people of Dagbon.

    “I am just an ordinary Ghanaian who wants to see the peace, progress and prosperity of all parts of our beautiful country without any discrimination or differentiation.”

    The Committee of Eminent Chiefs led by the Asantehene resolved recently that the Abudu and Andani royal families should perform the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Mahamadu Abdulai IV from 14 December 2018 to 28 December 2018; and the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Yakubu Andani II from 4 January 2019 to 14 January 2019.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • Ensuring value for money in procurement breeds tension – Kwaku Kwarteng

    Stakeholders, members and procurement professionals to address problems facing the profession and measures to standardise practice.

    Matters addressed at the meeting included the bad reputation of procurement and supply in public and private sectors, inability of procurement managers to sit at board meeting and lack of capacity building in the sector.

    Read: EPA bosses cited for manipulating GH¢1m procurements Corruption Watch

    Participant were encouraged to take a holistic approach to their profession, they were also advised develop strategies and adopt new technologies that will cause positive change and create value in their respective fields and organisations.

    Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, Minister of Procurement addressing the gathering stated that government is setting up a committee to ensure ethics of standards module for procurement in Ghana. She added that it will serve as a form of benchmark for practitioners.

    Read: $137m procurement breaches detected at Ghana Gas

    Sam Achampong, Regional Head Middle East, North and West Africa of CIPS gave an insightful presentation on procurement to participants. The presentation touched on the current trends in the procurement, the need for practitioners to abreast themselves with global standards and the essence of upholding ethics in their line of work.

    Delivering his keynote address, Hon. Kwaku Kwarteng, Deputy Minister of Finance maintained that there is the need for government and institutions to procure things for which they have need for and can pay. This he said will avoid delay in payment.

    Read: Report: Mass violation of Public Procurement Law

    He called on procurement managers to avoid wastage in the public sector and move towards standardisation. He stated that there is tension in ensuring that there is value for money in procurement.

    He urged civil societies and the media to scrutinise public procurement and supply to ensure excellence.

    The event was graced by procurement heads from major organizations and institutions across the country.

    Source: Nii Ayi Mensah Lartey

  • Ensuring value for money in procurement breeds tension – Kwaku Kwarteng

    Stakeholders, members and procurement professionals to address problems facing the profession and measures to standardise practice.

    Matters addressed at the meeting included the bad reputation of procurement and supply in public and private sectors, inability of procurement managers to sit at board meeting and lack of capacity building in the sector.

    Read: EPA bosses cited for manipulating GH¢1m procurements Corruption Watch

    Participant were encouraged to take a holistic approach to their profession, they were also advised develop strategies and adopt new technologies that will cause positive change and create value in their respective fields and organisations.

    Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, Minister of Procurement addressing the gathering stated that government is setting up a committee to ensure ethics of standards module for procurement in Ghana. She added that it will serve as a form of benchmark for practitioners.

    Read: $137m procurement breaches detected at Ghana Gas

    Sam Achampong, Regional Head Middle East, North and West Africa of CIPS gave an insightful presentation on procurement to participants. The presentation touched on the current trends in the procurement, the need for practitioners to abreast themselves with global standards and the essence of upholding ethics in their line of work.

    Delivering his keynote address, Hon. Kwaku Kwarteng, Deputy Minister of Finance maintained that there is the need for government and institutions to procure things for which they have need for and can pay. This he said will avoid delay in payment.

    Read: Report: Mass violation of Public Procurement Law

    He called on procurement managers to avoid wastage in the public sector and move towards standardisation. He stated that there is tension in ensuring that there is value for money in procurement.

    He urged civil societies and the media to scrutinise public procurement and supply to ensure excellence.

    The event was graced by procurement heads from major organizations and institutions across the country.

    Source: Nii Ayi Mensah Lartey

  • I have no Ya Na candidate Akufo-Addo

    President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said he has no preferential candidate as far as who becomes the next Dagbon Overlord (Ya Na) is concerned.

    His only interest, he said, is to see the area flourish and prosper in peace, as the choice of who becomes the next Ya Na is the sole preserve of the chiefs and people of Dagbon.

    Read: Dagbon crisis: Akufo-Addo to meet Otumfuo Mediation Committee today

    At a meeting on Wednesday, 21 November 2018 with the Asantehene-led Otumfuo Mediation Committee handling the Dagbon chieftaincy stalemate, to discuss a roadmap to restore peace to the area, Mr Akufo-Addo said he was interested in finding a lasting solution to the impasse in that part of the country.

    “I have said on many occasions, I am not a Dagomba and, I, therefore, cannot be an Andani or Abudu. I have no candidate for the office of the Ya Na. That is a matter for the people of Dagbon.

    Read: Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    “I am just an ordinary Ghanaian who wants to see the peace, progress and prosperity of all parts of our beautiful country without any discrimination or differentiation.”

    The Committee of Eminent Chiefs led by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II resolved recently that the Abudu and Andani royal families should perform the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Mahamadu Abdulai IV from 14 December 2018 to 28 December 2018; and the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Yakubu Andani II from 4 January 2019 to 14 January 2019.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • I have no Ya Na candidate Akufo-Addo

    President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said he has no preferential candidate as far as who becomes the next Dagbon Overlord (Ya Na) is concerned.

    His only interest, he said, is to see the area flourish and prosper in peace, as the choice of who becomes the next Ya Na is the sole preserve of the chiefs and people of Dagbon.

    Read: Dagbon crisis: Akufo-Addo to meet Otumfuo Mediation Committee today

    At a meeting on Wednesday, 21 November 2018 with the Asantehene-led Otumfuo Mediation Committee handling the Dagbon chieftaincy stalemate, to discuss a roadmap to restore peace to the area, Mr Akufo-Addo said he was interested in finding a lasting solution to the impasse in that part of the country.

    “I have said on many occasions, I am not a Dagomba and, I, therefore, cannot be an Andani or Abudu. I have no candidate for the office of the Ya Na. That is a matter for the people of Dagbon.

    Read: Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    “I am just an ordinary Ghanaian who wants to see the peace, progress and prosperity of all parts of our beautiful country without any discrimination or differentiation.”

    The Committee of Eminent Chiefs led by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II resolved recently that the Abudu and Andani royal families should perform the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Mahamadu Abdulai IV from 14 December 2018 to 28 December 2018; and the funeral rites of the late Ya Na Yakubu Andani II from 4 January 2019 to 14 January 2019.

    Source: classfmonline.com

  • Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    The Committee of Eminent chiefs finding a lasting solution to the protracted Dagbon chieftaincy dispute have presented a progress report to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.

    The eminent chiefs made up of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Yagbonwura, Tuntumba Boresa Sulemana Jakpa I and Nayiri, Naa Bohogu Abdulai Mahami Sheriga presented the progress report to the President in the presence of chiefs from both the Andani and Abudu gates at the Jubilee House Wednesday afternoon.

    Read: Dagbon crisis: Akufo-Addo to meet Otumfuo Mediation Committee today

    All the factions involved in the crisis were at the Jubilee House in Accra for the ceremony.

    Yaa Naa Yakubu Andani II who was the King of Dagbon, the traditional kingdom of the Dagomba people in northern Ghana from 1974 was assassinated on March 27, 2002.

    Read: Otumfuo settles Andani, Abudu rift In Dagbon crisis

    Since then, efforts have been made to secure peace in the area and enskined as Yaa Naa.

    Members of Council of State, Peace Council, heads of all the security agencies and senior government officials among other prominent Ghanaians were also at the Banquet hall of the Jubilee House for the ceremony.

    Source: Graphic.com.gh

  • Eminent chiefs present progress report on Dagbon crisis to Akufo-Addo

    The Committee of Eminent chiefs finding a lasting solution to the protracted Dagbon chieftaincy dispute have presented a progress report to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.

    The eminent chiefs made up of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Yagbonwura, Tuntumba Boresa Sulemana Jakpa I and Nayiri, Naa Bohogu Abdulai Mahami Sheriga presented the progress report to the President in the presence of chiefs from both the Andani and Abudu gates at the Jubilee House Wednesday afternoon.

    Read: Dagbon crisis: Akufo-Addo to meet Otumfuo Mediation Committee today

    All the factions involved in the crisis were at the Jubilee House in Accra for the ceremony.

    Yaa Naa Yakubu Andani II who was the King of Dagbon, the traditional kingdom of the Dagomba people in northern Ghana from 1974 was assassinated on March 27, 2002.

    Read: Otumfuo settles Andani, Abudu rift In Dagbon crisis

    Since then, efforts have been made to secure peace in the area and enskined as Yaa Naa.

    Members of Council of State, Peace Council, heads of all the security agencies and senior government officials among other prominent Ghanaians were also at the Banquet hall of the Jubilee House for the ceremony.

    Source: Graphic.com.gh

  • Hawa Koomson handed ‘key to the City’

    Hardworking Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East Constituency, Hon. Mavis Hawa Koomson is the latest to be handed the prestigious ,’Key to the City’ in a special ceremony at Worcester, Massachusetts, USA recently.

    It was the Minister of Special Development Initiative’s second streak prize in less than two weeks, having grabbed an equally top award in the USA earlier.

    Read: 2000 projects: Stop criticising and clap for me Hawa Koomson

    The ‘Key to the City’ honour, presented to her by Mayor Joseph M. Petty was in recognition of her role in encouraging grassroot participation in governance and women empowerment.

    The recognition also ushered in a process towards the signing of a sister agreement between Awutu Senya East and the City of Worcester.

    And responding to what accounted for the feat, she said ” This is testament to what we do behind the scenes; we have made giant strides at the grassroots level by way of development. Certainly, this will urge me on to work harder; l won’t relent as l strive to make my constituency and Ghana as a whole better place.

    Read: $1m per constituency being used for special projects Hawa Koomson

    ” Indeed, hard work pays, l will leverage on this honor to ensure Awutu Senya East and the city of Worcester benefit from each other in various fields.”

    The ‘Key to the City’ scheme started in 19 24 by Michael O’Hara, whose grandson was the first to receive a redesigned version of the Key when they began production in 2012.

    It is an honour bestowed by a city upon esteemed residents and visitors. Meanwhile, Hon. Mavis Hawa Koomson, the politician cum educationists also met Timothy P. Murray, president/ CEO of Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce to discuss investments opportunities in Central Region and Ghana.

    Source: dailyguideafrica.com

  • Hawa Koomson handed ‘key to the City’

    Hardworking Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East Constituency, Hon. Mavis Hawa Koomson is the latest to be handed the prestigious ,’Key to the City’ in a special ceremony at Worcester, Massachusetts, USA recently.

    It was the Minister of Special Development Initiative’s second streak prize in less than two weeks, having grabbed an equally top award in the USA earlier.

    Read: 2000 projects: Stop criticising and clap for me Hawa Koomson

    The ‘Key to the City’ honour, presented to her by Mayor Joseph M. Petty was in recognition of her role in encouraging grassroot participation in governance and women empowerment.

    The recognition also ushered in a process towards the signing of a sister agreement between Awutu Senya East and the City of Worcester.

    And responding to what accounted for the feat, she said ” This is testament to what we do behind the scenes; we have made giant strides at the grassroots level by way of development. Certainly, this will urge me on to work harder; l won’t relent as l strive to make my constituency and Ghana as a whole better place.

    Read: $1m per constituency being used for special projects Hawa Koomson

    ” Indeed, hard work pays, l will leverage on this honor to ensure Awutu Senya East and the city of Worcester benefit from each other in various fields.”

    The ‘Key to the City’ scheme started in 19 24 by Michael O’Hara, whose grandson was the first to receive a redesigned version of the Key when they began production in 2012.

    It is an honour bestowed by a city upon esteemed residents and visitors. Meanwhile, Hon. Mavis Hawa Koomson, the politician cum educationists also met Timothy P. Murray, president/ CEO of Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce to discuss investments opportunities in Central Region and Ghana.

    Source: dailyguideafrica.com

  • Interpol presidency vote: Russia in surprise loss to South Korea

    Interpol has elected South Korean Kim Jong-yang as its president, rejecting the Russian frontrunner who had been accused of abusing the international police body’s arrest warrant system.

    Mr Kim was chosen by Interpol’s 194 member states at a meeting of its annual congress in Dubai.

    He beat Russia’s Alexander Prokopchuk, who had been widely tipped to win.

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    But there was growing concern that Mr Prokopchuk would use the role to target critics of Russia’s President Putin.

    The election follows the disappearance of Interpol’s former president Meng Hongwei, who vanished on a trip to China in September. Beijing has since confirmed he has been detained and is being investigated for allegedly taking bribes.

    Mr Kim, who had been serving as acting president, will serve out the remaining two years of Mr Meng’s term.

    Why was Mr Prokopchuk controversial?

    Mr Prokopchuk is a veteran of Russia’s interior ministry.

    While he was Interpol’s Moscow bureau chief, he was accused of abusing the so-called red notice system – international arrest warrants – to target critics of the Kremlin.

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    There had been growing fears among Russian human rights groups and officials from other countries, including the US and the UK, that Moscow would use his position to target its political opponents.

    One group of US senators said electing him would be “akin to putting a fox in charge of the henhouse”, while a prominent Kremlin critic said it would be like “putting the mafia in charge”.

    Lithuania, which regained its independence from Russia during the collapse of the Soviet Union and is now a member of both Nato and the EU, had threatened to leave Interpol if Mr Prokopchuk was elected.

     

    Source: BBC

  • Interpol presidency vote: Russia in surprise loss to South Korea

    Interpol has elected South Korean Kim Jong-yang as its president, rejecting the Russian frontrunner who had been accused of abusing the international police body’s arrest warrant system.

    Mr Kim was chosen by Interpol’s 194 member states at a meeting of its annual congress in Dubai.

    He beat Russia’s Alexander Prokopchuk, who had been widely tipped to win.

    Read: Wife of ex-Interpol chief receives threat from China

    But there was growing concern that Mr Prokopchuk would use the role to target critics of Russia’s President Putin.

    The election follows the disappearance of Interpol’s former president Meng Hongwei, who vanished on a trip to China in September. Beijing has since confirmed he has been detained and is being investigated for allegedly taking bribes.

    Mr Kim, who had been serving as acting president, will serve out the remaining two years of Mr Meng’s term.

    Why was Mr Prokopchuk controversial?

    Mr Prokopchuk is a veteran of Russia’s interior ministry.

    While he was Interpol’s Moscow bureau chief, he was accused of abusing the so-called red notice system – international arrest warrants – to target critics of the Kremlin.

    Read: Yemen crisis: 85,000 children dead from malnutrition

    There had been growing fears among Russian human rights groups and officials from other countries, including the US and the UK, that Moscow would use his position to target its political opponents.

    One group of US senators said electing him would be “akin to putting a fox in charge of the henhouse”, while a prominent Kremlin critic said it would be like “putting the mafia in charge”.

    Lithuania, which regained its independence from Russia during the collapse of the Soviet Union and is now a member of both Nato and the EU, had threatened to leave Interpol if Mr Prokopchuk was elected.

     

    Source: BBC