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Today’s announcement of the new Cabinet has been met with significant disappointment by stakeholders in the youth development sector. The absence of a dedicated Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment in the Cabinet represents a notable gap in our national governance structure—one that poses serious concerns for the future of Ghana’s youth development ecosystem.The youth form the backbone of our nation’s progress, innovation, and economic potential. As evidenced by recent electoral outcomes, where youth-centered campaigns played a critical role in the massive victory of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the expectation for dedicated, youth-focused policies is not only justified but…

John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister of Energy, has assured Ghanaians that the current erratic power supply will be stabilized within two weeks as the government works to address fundamental energy sector crisis.Speaking on Accra-based Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, February 20, the Minister disclosed that the administration inherited a shaky energy sector, which has contributed to the country’s recent power outages.“We inherited a very weak energy sector. Ghanaians should bear with us as we work to fix the problems permanently,” Mr. Jinapor stated.He also advised the public to be patient, reassuring them that steps are being taken to restore…

Frank Annoh-Dompreh is the MP for Nsawam/Adoagyiri The Member of Parliament for Nsawam/Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has expressed his astonishment at John Dramani Mahama’s return as President of Ghana following his victory in the 2024 general elections.The lawmaker stated that he had completely dismissed the possibility of President Mahama making a political comeback to lead the country.He explained that his conviction was based on feedback from several Ghanaians he had engaged, who expressed strong dissatisfaction with Mahama’s administration in 2016, further adding that they viewed him as a risk that citizens did not want to associate with.“I never thought President Mahama…

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, immediate past Finance Minister, has countered President John Dramani Mahama’s claims about the NPP administration’s mismanagement of the economy.The President had accused the previous government of recklessness in handling the economy, leaving the country in ruins and handing over an economy “in shambles.”“One thing that is a cardinal principle for us is to tell the truth at all times. We all knew the economy was in crisis, but some of the things I’m discovering myself — I mean, it’s been a criminal handling of our economy, and Ghana is a crime scene, actually.“How a government could…

The Akosombo International School Old Students Association (AISOSA), Class of 2004, has commemorated 20 years since graduation with a generous donation of 500 chairs to their alma mater. The initiative aims to improve comfort and enhance the learning experience for the growing student population. The donation ceremony, held over the weekend at Akosombo International School (AIS), brought together alumni, friends, and family to celebrate the milestone and give back to the institution that shaped their lives. The highlight of the event was the presentation of the chairs, made possible through innovative fundraising by the 2004-year group. Genevieve Partington, President of…

Frank Annoh Dompreh, Member of Parliament and Minority Chief Whip says he has now come to understand that God can make anything impossible possible in life.The MP admitted he never believed President John Dramani Mahama could return to the presidency after his first tenure ended in January 2017.Speaking in an interview with Bola Ray on Accra-based Starr FM’s Starr Chat, Annoh Dompreh said he has now “eaten humble pie” after President Mahama won the 2024 general elections with a significant margin of 1.7 million votes.“I never thought President Mahama would come back again. I believed that because, from what I…

The Ghanaian cedi is strengthening against the United States dollar, with a buying rate of GHS15.35 per dollar and a selling rate of GHS15.86 as of Friday, February 21, 2025.This marks a 7-pesewa drop in the selling rate while the buying rate remains unchanged compared to Thursday’s averages.At forex bureaus, the cedi is trading at GHS15.50 for those exchanging dollars for cedis and GHS15.90 for those converting cedis to dollars.This data is sourced from Cedirates.com, a reputable Ghanaian platform for currency and fuel updates.On the interbank market, the cedi is trading at GHS15.54 for buying dollars and GHS15.56 for selling…

Togbe Afede XIV, the Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV, has commended the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, for his plan to introduce ethics into Ghana’s education curriculum. He believes this initiative will instill values of discipline and honesty in the next generation and help combat corruption in the country.Speaking as the chair of the National Education Forum in Ho on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the Paramount Chief emphasized the importance of social values in national development.”We need to equip our people with relevant social values, which are crucial in today’s changing…

Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Minority Leader in Parliament, has made a passionate appeal to his colleague Members of Parliament to support him with logistics and medication to contain the cholera outbreak in Winneba and its surrounding communities.He said his recent visit to the Winneba Government Hospital where most of the affected persons were receiving treatment showed a bleak situation, with lack of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) for health workers.Mr Afenyo-Markin, also the MP for Effutu Constituency in the Central Region, while making a statement on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, said although he had made a personal donation of GHc100,000…

President of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) Dr. Humphrey Ayim-Darke is warning that the planned expenditure cuts by government could hurt the economy if not well targeted. He has asked the Finance Minister, Dr. Ato Forson to be tactful with the planned aggressive expenditure cuts in the 2025 Budget, in order not to stifle growth in the coming months. Dr. Ayim-Darke disclosed this on PM EXPRESS BUSINESS EDITION on February 20, 2025 with host George Wiafe. “Some economic theories have shown that spending more could stimulate economic growth, therefore any planned cuts should be well targeted, to ensure that…