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Bernard Ahiafor, Member of Parliament for Akatsi South and Chairman of Parliament’s Appointments Committee, has criticized the posture of Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin during the ongoing vetting process.Mr. Ahiafor, who described the Effutu MP as a friend, admitted that his behavior during the vetting process is sometimes difficult to tolerate.Speaking on Accra-based JoyNews’ PM Express on Monday, February 3, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament expressed concerns over what he described as Afenyo-Markin’s double standards.According to Mr. Ahiafor, whenever he reaches a consensus with the Ranking Member of the Appointment Committee, he later makes a U-turn to oppose the same…

The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has revoked the membership of Worldwide Securities Limited (WSL) due to multiple regulatory breaches, barring the firm from trading on the Exchange and managing client investments.In a statement, the GSE cited WSL’s failure to renew its Broker-Dealer license with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as required under Rule 9(2)(e) of the Exchange’s Dealing Membership Rules.The firm also defaulted on financial obligations to the Exchange, violating Rule 9(2)(b), and lacked the required personnel to operate effectively, breaching Rules 6(j) and 6(k).Additionally, WSL did not meet the minimum activity threshold for broker-dealer operations, contravening Rule 6(L).With…

The decision by the Speaker of Ghana’s 9th Parliament, Mr. Alban SK Bagbin, to immediately suspend the four bipartisan Members of the august House involved in a barbaric fisticuff on the Parliamentary Appointments Committee, on Tuesday, January 30, 2025, must be unreservedly applauded (See “Speaker Suspends Four MPs Over Vetting Brouhaha” Modernghana.com 1/31/25). Not only does such uncouth and boorish behavior leave much to be desired, it also does not paint a civilized image about the leadership of the country to the International Community, especially at a time when Ghana is in dire need of foreign investment and the development…

Scene from the site of Akufo-Addo’s vandalised statue Reconstruction work has commenced on the statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo at the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital in Sekondi, which was vandalised by unknown individuals on January 13, 2025.A video from the site of the statue, reportedly shared by the sculptor and ceramist behind the controversial statue, showed the ongoing work at the site.Two men could be seen digging a round trench at the base of the damaged statue.The sculptor captioned the video, “Something new is cooking.”About the vandalised statueThe statue of Akufo-Addo was completely destroyed after initially suffering some…

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed an eight-member committee to organize the National Education Forum. The committee, led by Professor George K. T. Oduro, former Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, has been given two weeks to submit a comprehensive report and action plan. This initiative aligns with President Mahama’s pledge to improve education policy and stakeholder engagement in Ghana. Other committee members include distinguished academics and professionals such as Professor Goski Alabi, Professor Rosemary Bosu, Samuel Awuku, Ph.D., Professor Smile Dzisi, Kofi Asare, Stephen Owusu, and Inusah Shiraz. The committee’s Terms of Reference (TOR) outline critical tasks,…

About 12 million people in Ghana are at risk of contracting Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD), Dr. Frank Lule, Country Representative, the World Health Organisation (WHO), has said.Dr Lule attributed the situation to inadequate access to clean water, sanitation and hygienic facilities, which continued to drive transmission of the diseases in underserved communities.The WHO Country Representative made these remarks at the celebration of World NTDs Day, 2025 at Sogakope in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region, on the global theme: “Unite, Act to eliminate NTDs.”NTDs are a diverse group of conditions that mainly occur in tropical regions, where they…

The Chief Executive of the Association of Oil Marketing Companies (AOMCs) and LPG Marketing Companies, has expressed dissatisfaction with the Gold-for-Oil (G4O) programme, stating that it did not serve its intended purpose. Dr Riverson Oppong speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, February 4, said the initiative failed to stabilise energy prices and even contributed to fuel shortages towards the end of the year. “In the long run, because we have seen how this was introduced, and also the fact that it absolutely didn’t curb energy pricing in any way. “But rather, in the latter days of the year,…

The Ghanaian government has significantly ramped up the approval of mining permits under legislation passed in late 2022, intensifying concerns about runaway environmental damage.The country is already the top gold producer in Africa, but much of the mining is done in forest reserves and other biodiverse ecosystems.The government has long cracked down on artisanal illegal gold miners, but activists say the real damage is being wrought by industrial operations, both legal and illegal.A debt default in 2022 has seen Ghana lean even more heavily on its gold to mitigate the crisis, prompting warnings that such a policy is neither…

Cristiano Ronaldo has declared himself “the most complete player to have existed,” stating that while he respects fans who prefer Lionel Messi, Pelé, or Diego Maradona, statistics support his claim. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner, 39, holds numerous records and is the highest-scoring player in men’s football history with 923 goals. His latest goals came in a brace during Al Nassr’s 4-0 AFC Champions League victory over Al Wasl on Monday. “Who’s the best goalscorer in history? It’s about numbers. Full stop,” Ronaldo told Spanish television show El Chiringuito in an extensive interview on Monday. “Who’s the player in history…

Financial strategy is the backbone of a company’s long-term success. CEOs who master financial planning, cash flow management, and investment strategies ensure that their businesses remain profitable, resilient, and scalable. In Ghana’s evolving business environment—where inflation, currency fluctuations, and capital access are key concerns—strong financial leadership is a necessity. Key Elements of an Effective Financial Strategy. 1. Cash Flow Management:• Ensure a steady cash flow by optimizing receivables and controlling expenses.• Maintain a cash reserve to navigate unexpected financial challenges. 2. Profitability & Cost Optimization:• Regularly review operational expenses to identify cost-saving opportunities.• Focus on high-margin products or services to…