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A massive haul of plastic waste, including takeaway packs, sachets of iced water, and used clothing and worn-out shoes was extracted from the gutters and drains at the Madina Zongo Junction in Accra on Valentine’s Day (February 14,) during a cleanup operation.The cleanup exercise was a collaborative effort between Onua FM, a member of Media General, Zoomlion Ghana Limited, La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Assembly (LaNMMA) and other volunteers.The operation commenced at 5:45 a.m., starting from the Madina Zongo Junction traffic light, which marks the beginning of the Madina Market, and covering the stretch through to the Madina Post Office.Waste management giant,…

Ibrahim Tia, North East regional minister Ibrahim Tia, the regional minister for the North East, has spoken candidly about the psychological toll of the recent attacks in Walewale, stating that his brother died in the carnage and that he is completely traumatized by the experience.In an interview with Citi FM on Monday, February 17, he recalled his attempts to control the situation through stakeholder engagements.“I engaged the chiefs in Walewale. I visited the hospital to check on those who were in the bus that got burnt and others who, I heard, had been brutalized by the security forces in the…

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is former Finance Minister The former Finance Minister has stated that the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) government strategically built buffers in Ghana’s Debt Reserves Accounts to ensure the continuous servicing of the country’s debt obligations. Dr Mohammed Amin Adam’s Facebook post on Monday follows President John Mahama’s directive to the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, to honour the fourth coupon payment to Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bondholders. The Karaga MP noted that while the current administration is taking credit for the payment, it is important to recognise that the previous NPP government had…

IntroductionGrowing up, we heard unsettling stories about Freemasonry. One of the most striking tales was that when a Freemason dies, their heart is allegedly taken out before burial, followed by rituals performed in their traditional Masonic attire. Whether these claims were true or not, the secrecy surrounding Freemasonry made many believe that their activities were even more sinister. Their own writings reveal much more than what they publicly admit.According to some sources, Freemasonry is defined as “a fraternal organization of men who meet to learn and practice moral and charitable values.” The BBC estimates that it is the world’s largest…

Miriam Maku Amissah, Head, Client Experience, Stanbic Investment Management Services The Head of Client Experience at Stanbic Investment Management Services (SIMS), Miriam M. Amissah, has urged couples to prioritize financial planning and avoid starting their marriages with debt. Speaking during an X-Spaces discussion on the eve of Valentine’s Day, themed “My Money, Your Money, or Our Money?” Madam Amissah stressed the importance of transparency, communication, and prudent spending in relationships. Madam Amissah cautioned against overspending on weddings, noting that financial struggles can strain a marriage. She stated, “It is unwise to begin a marriage burdened by debt. While a wedding…

North East Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia, has opened up about the emotional toll of the recent attacks in Walewale, revealing that he lost his brother in the violence and is deeply traumatised by the ugly events.Speaking on Eyewitness News on Citi FM on Monday, February 17, Minister Tia recounted his efforts to manage the crisis through stakeholder engagements.“I went engaging the chiefs in Walewale. I went to the hospital to visit those who were in the bus that got burnt and others I heard that they were also brutalised by the security forces who were around,” he said.Despite his efforts…

Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, MP The communication team for Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has issued a strong statement condemning a report by an Asaase FM reporter alleging that the MP was denied entry to the Prempeh Assembly Hall during Council of State elections. Agyapong’s team vehemently denies the claim, stating that Kennedy Agyapong was greeted warmly, invited to enter, but chose to leave on his own accord.They are demanding an immediate retraction and apology, threatening legal action if the request is not met. The team accuses the reporter of “flagrant deviation from journalistic ethics and deliberately misrepresenting the facts to damage Agyapong’s…

The 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana proposed a Majoritarian System of elections for Presidential and Parliamentary. In terms of Presidential election, a candidate must secure 50%+1 of all the valid votes to be declared a winner, with the whole country as a SINGLE constituency. But, Parliamentary Elections are based on a simple majority votes. The 50%+1 valid votes system for the last 32 years since its adoption has not produced the needed development especially in terms of regional balance that we all desired and anticipated. Fairly speaking, one or few regions and ethnic groups have been the determining…

Miriam Maku Amissah, Head, Client Experience, Stanbic Investment Management Services On the eve of Valentine’s Day, Stanbic Bank Ghana hosted an insightful X-Spaces discussion themed “My Money, Your Money, or Our Money?” The conversation explored the delicate balance of financial boundaries in relationships, offering practical advice on navigating love and money. The discussion was led by Miriam Maku Amissah, Head of Client Experience at Stanbic Investment Management Services (SIMS), and Rev. Panin Adusa-Amankwa, General Overseer of Priestly Royal Chapel, with popular digital influencer Kaly Jay as host. In many Ghanaian households, there’s a common belief that a man’s income should…

The sharp rise in non-performing loans (NPLs) in Ghana’s banking sector has been largely attributed to government delays in paying contractors, according to the Alliance for Development and Industrialization (ADI).In a statement issued in Accra and signed by its Convener, Dr. Richard Nunekpeku, the ADI noted that government-awarded contracts have historically been a major factor contributing to high NPLs, which, in turn, have negatively impacted banks’ profitability.The statement highlighted that these prolonged payment delays led to the collapse of nine domestic banks and over 400 financial institutions, including microfinance institutions and savings and loans companies.The banking crisis, which unfolded between…