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In response to the devastating tidal waves that have hit communities in Ketu South, several individuals and organizations have stepped forward with significant donations to support the affected residents.These contributions aim to provide much-needed relief to those grappling with the destruction caused by the disaster. Government and Private Sector ContributionsMinister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has donated 250 bags of 25kg rice, 50 boxes of cooking oil, and 1,000 bags of sachet water. These essential provisions are intended to offer immediate assistance to families who have been displaced or left struggling in the aftermath of the disaster.Additionally, business…

Former Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Obiri Boahen, has lamented the priorities of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo during his tenure.According to Obiri Boahen, the former president wasted state funds on the stalled National Cathedral project while neglecting the country’s struggling railway sector.Speaking in an interview on Neat FM on March 5, 2025, he described the heavy investment in the cathedral project as a waste of resources, arguing that the funds could have been better utilized elsewhere.“How can you use state funds for a cathedral while our railway sector was in a poor state?…

Canada’s Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly has told the BBC she takes US President Donald Trump’s remarks on making Canada the 51st state of his country “very seriously”. “This is not a joke anymore,” Joly told Newsnight. “There’s a reason why Canadians, when they go out on a hockey game, are booing the American national anthem… We’re insulted. We’re mad. We’re angry.” Her comments come after Trump imposed 25% tariffs on products entering the US from Canada on Tuesday. Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called that a “very dumb thing to do” and announced retaliatory tariffs. However, US Commerce Secretary Howard…

Today, Thursday, March 6, 2025, marks Ghana’s 68th Independence Day Anniversary Celebration as the beacon of our democratic principles and values in Africa.As a Country, we have come a long way and we have equally demonstrated compelling and unmatched democratic credentials.This has elevated Ghana’s understanding of collaboration, teamwork, and peaceful coexistence irrespective of some of the challenges faced.However, despite all the successes chalked over the past 68 years of independence, we are still saddled with some national issues of concern confronting the development and well-being of the citizens.In fact, since the day Ghana gained her Independence on 6th March 1957,…

The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFRS) has called for a change in the ownership structure of the country’s major merchandise exports. In resetting Ghana’s external sector, it wants the ownership structure of the country’s two major merchandise exports, gold and oil to be changed. Therefore, it wants the government to actively participate in the gold and oil sectors by acquiring commanding interests through joint venture arrangements. According to the economic think-tank, this is the surest way for the government to rope in more revenue from the extractive sectors and help stabilise the cedi. “An alternative to the above is the…

Financial leadership goes beyond managing balance sheets; it is about ensuring financial discipline, optimizing resources, and making strategic investments for long-term sustainability. CEOs must take an active role in financial management to safeguard profitability and drive expansion. Key Strategies for Strong Financial Leadership.1. Cash Flow Mastery• Monitor cash flow regularly to ensure liquidity and financial stability.• Implement cost-control measures while maintaining operational efficiency.2. Strategic Budgeting & Cost Optimization.• Align budgets with business priorities and growth objectives.• Reduce non-essential expenses and reallocate funds for maximum impact.3. Revenue Diversification.• Expand revenue streams to reduce dependency on a single source of income.• Explore…

Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has stated that the government does not currently see the need to declare a state of emergency in Ketu South, despite severe flooding that has displaced hundreds of residents.He emphasized that while the situation is critical, the focus should be on long-term protective measures rather than an emergency declaration.His remarks follow a visit by President John Dramani Mahama and key government ministers to the Ketu South Constituency, where communities such as Salakope, Amutinu, and Agavedzi have been severely affected by the floods. Focus on Sustainable SolutionsSpeaking on Citi FM on Thursday, March…

Hundreds of residents in the Volta Region who have been displaced by recent tidal waves have received relief following a visit from President John Dramani Mahama and other key figures.The devastating waves, which have rendered over 600 people homeless in coastal communities such as Salakope and Agavedzi in the Ketu South Municipality, have once again highlighted the urgent need for long-term solutions to Ghana’s coastal erosion crisis.During his visit, President Mahama, accompanied by high-ranking officials of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), assured affected residents of immediate support and renewed efforts to tackle the recurring problem. He announced significant donations, including…

An alleged thief in Florida swallowed stolen earrings worth more than half a million dollars moments before police took him into custody last week. Orlando police have accused the man, 32-year-old Jaythan Gilder, of lying to Tiffany & Co. employees in a Florida store by telling them he represented “a professional athlete”, which led employees to show him “several high-value pieces”. Mr Gilder then allegedly stole the earrings and ran out of the store. When officers caught up with him later that day, they saw Mr Gilder “swallowing several objects believed to be the stolen earrings,” police said. Mr Gilder…

As part of efforts to support the critical and productive sectors of the economy, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) is considering deploying portions of the reserve requirements of the commercial banks held by the Central Bank to support agriculture.Governor of the Bank, Dr. Johnson Asiama says it is his consideration that a portion of the about GH₵ 50 billion that the reserve requirements have accrued be deployed to the private sector to fund agriculture.The Governor made this disclosure at Tuesday’s concluding session of the National Economic Dialogue. Dr. Asiama made this revelation in response to the Private Sector Working Group,…