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Executives of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region were shocked and dismayed by the deplorable state of the presidential villa and other state bungalows at the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC).Led by Chairman Andrews Nana Kwasi, the regional executives visited the RCC to take inventory of properties as the NDC takes over government.However, what they saw left them stunned on Friday January 10,2025 during their visit.According to them the regional Minister’s bungalows and the presidential villa were overgrown with bush, and most of the furniture and appliances were nowhere to be found.Chairman Nana Kwasi attributed the…

Nutritionists have advised Ghanaians to eat more beans-based meals, including the popular local dish, gari and beans, also known as ‘Gobe’ to prevent heart diseases.They said incidences of obesity and cancer could be minimised with the regular intake of beans meals.At a programme in Accra to mark the World Pulses ( Beans) Day on Monday, Mr Wise Chukudi Letsa, Nutritionist and Dietician, who spoke on the topic: “Beans: The Super Food for Healthy Living and Healthy Farmlands”, admonished Ghanaians to include beans in their diets.He said beans was rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, irons and other nutrients and contained…

Charlotte FC striker Patrick Agyemang has opened up on his admiration for former Ghana international Asamoah Gyan. The 24-year-old, born to Ghanaian parents grew up watching Gyan make history with the Black Stars. While Agyemang models his striker’s instincts on Thierry Henry’s dominance and Didier Drogba’s physicality, he credits Gyan for something rarer: unscripted joy. “When it comes to the joy of the game, flair, and talent; Asamoah Gyan, he’s right there. Because every game he scores a goal, you don’t know what celebration he’s going to do but it’s going to be some dance. I love that because you…

With the average person dedicating around 40 hours per week to their job, the workplace environment plays a crucial role in overall well-being, influencing everything from job satisfaction to mental and physical health. The Reality of Workplace Toxicity In Ghana, where job security is a pressing concern, many professionals endure unhealthy work environments out of fear of losing their livelihoods. The pressure to provide for family, pay rent, and sustain daily expenses means that many workers tolerate environments that negatively impact their mental, emotional, and physical health. A toxic workplace can take many forms. Some employees face disrespect, poor communication,…

The writer says most of our minibuses/trotros are contributing to road accidents in Ghana Most of our minibuses/trotros are contributing to road accidents in Ghana.The Toyota Hiace, Ford Transit, Nissan Urvan, Mercedes Benz Sprinter, etc, minibuses on our roads are mostly under heavy stress due to overloading.Apart from the few imported as vans, many are remodelled with seats placed at the rear, referred to as “home seats”, to enable more capacity for passengers for more money to be made when the vehicle is put to commercial use.Thus, if the minibus was supposed to have a seated capacity of 12 passengers,…

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has voiced his concerns over the persistent disorder in Ghana’s legislative chamber, suggesting that divine intervention may be the only solution. Addressing a gathering at a breakfast prayer meeting, he lamented the stark contrast in behaviour exhibited by some Members of Parliament (MPs).“I keep wondering, what is inside them?” he said. “The great men and women of the gospel will testify that when they are in church, they behave differently, but in Parliament, it’s a whole different story. If this is the culture of politics, then we truly need God’s intervention.”Bagbin, who has been at…

Broadcaster Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart Broadcaster Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has given further details of the containers full of United States dollars and Ghana cedi notes, as well as gold bars, that were intercepted by some National Security officials at Sapeiman in Accra.Speaking in a viral video clip from his morning show on Onua TV, the popular presenter refuted assertions that the boxes of monies found in the containers were all fake notes.He indicated that the information he has pointed to the fact that not all the monies in the boxes in…

Speaker of Parliament Alban S. K. Bagbin has charged parliamentarians to eschew egoism, indiscipline, and superiority complex and exhibit exemplary leadership to the youth.That, he said, would promote unity, healthier and stronger Parliamentary work for sustainable national development.Speaker S, K. Bagbin gave the admonition at the Speaker’s First Breakfast Prayer Meeting of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic of the Parliamentary Christian Fellowship (PCF) at Parliament House on Tuesday.The meeting was under the auspices of Speaker, Alban S. K Bagbin, which was held on the theme, “A Better and a Stronger Parliament” anchored on Psalm 33:12 “Blessed is the…

South Africa’s first black female nuclear scientist, Senamile Masango, a trailblazer who set out to inspire young women, has died aged 37, the government has confirmed. Ms Masango, dubbed “the queen of science” by some in South Africa, passed away on Sunday. The cause of her death is unknown. Headstrong and ambitious, she “was a beacon of hope for many young people, especially women”, a statement from Deputy President Paul Mashatile said. Despite her success, she said she faced discrimination as a black woman as she constantly had to prove that she knew what she was talking about. Nevertheless, her…

Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s selection as ‘Governor of the Year 2024’ comes as no surprise, given his strategic vision for Ekiti State. One worth mentioning is the construction of a world-class Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport in the state. This is not just for the immediate but also laying the foundations for a modern industrial economy.Oyebanji’s recent commitment to reviving commodity boards and strengthening cooperative movements for which Western Nigeria was well-renowned and made very significant strides in the past is noteworthy. Without doubt, this effort will complement the agro-industrial airport, creating a synergy that links the airport to modernized agriculture…