Author: johnmahama

A new conservation plan aims to stem the loss of vultures across West Africa, where populations have declined largely due to killing of the birds for “belief-cased use.”The West African Vulture Conservation Action Plan (WAVCAP) will span 16 countries over the next 20 years, supported by conservation organizations from the region and around the world.When conservationists developed a global vulture action plan in 2017, demand and trade for belief-based use wasn’t considered a major threat in the West African region, but high-profile mass killings and further research have since pushed the issue higher up on the agenda.The new plan’s…

The Ghana Police Service has arrested Ignatius Baffour-Awuah, the owner of Nsoatreman FC, in connection with the violent disturbances that occurred during the February 2, 2025, Ghana Premier League match between Nsoatreman and Kumasi Asante Kotoko at Nsoatre in the Bono Region. The disturbances tragically resulted in the death of a Kotoko supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley. Baffour-Awuah, a former Minister of State and Member of Parliament for Sunyani West was apprehended along with two other individuals, Agyemang Duah Owusu and Kyeremeh Joseph. All three suspects are currently in police custody and are assisting in the…

I. INTRODUCTION In a world where 828 million people go hungry, nearly one-third of all food is wasted—one of the most visible yet overlooked crises of the modern era. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately 1.3 billion tons of food are discarded annually, costing the global economy nearly $1 trillion. Meanwhile, as millions struggle with food insecurity, this very waste fuels another ecological catastrophe—climate change. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) reports that food waste contributes up to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, making it a silent yet significant driver of environmental degradation. This paradox of…

Aside the audacious vision by the erstwhile NPP government that birthed the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation, which is to make the Western Region a hub for Ghana’s oil sector, the PHDC is poised to play a pivotal role in Ghana’s economic transformation by fostering a skilled workforce for the oil and gas sector.Prioritizing skills training is essential for ensuring competent local participation, job creation, and industrial growth. Furthermore, this initiative aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s 24-hour economy policy, which seeks to maximize productivity and employment opportunities.A well-trained workforce will enable continuous operations in oil refineries, exploration sites, and energy…

Chairman of the special committee investigating the vetting chaos, Emmanuel Bedzrah has made some startling revelations about today’s indefinite suspension of the public hearing.He indicated that the suspension of the public hearing was not ordered by Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin as learnt initially.According to him, the Minority NPP orchestrated it at a point the Speaker traveled and was difficult reaching him on the phone at the time the instruction was relayed to them.This comes after Bedzrah initially ended the process in the afternoon and stated that it was based on directives from the Clerk of Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror,…

Netflix will raise prices across a number of countries after adding nearly 19 million subscribers in the final months of 2024. The streaming firm said it will increase subscription costs in the US, Canada, Argentina and Portugal.“We will occasionally ask our members to pay a little more so that we can re-invest to further improve Netflix,” it said.Netflix announced better-than-expected subscriber numbers, helped by the second series of South Korean drama Squid Game as well as sports including a boxing match between influencer-turned-fighter Jake Paul and former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson.In the US, prices will increase across almost all…

Former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has rejected attempts to blame Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, solely for the party’s defeat.According to him, the cause of the defeat, which is yet to be determined through the party’s internal review committee, cannot be attributed to a single individual.In a social media post on Wednesday, February 5, the former NEIP boss emphasized that anyone who played a role in the past government contributed, directly or indirectly, to the party’s loss.“Some of us will not tolerate any agenda to…

Chairman of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor has disclosed that the presence of Chiefs, former Greater Accra Regional Ministers influenced Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo’s short vetting. Ocloo’s vetting, which lasted less than 10 minutes, raised eyebrows as no questions were posed by committee members—an unusual occurrence in the parliamentary vetting process. The brief and unchallenged nature of her approval sparked public debate and speculation over the rationale behind such leniency. However, in an exclusive interview with TV3’s Alfred Ocansey on Monday, Bernard Ahiafor revealed that the presence of some former Greater Accra Regional Ministers and chiefs…

Africa Law Practice International (ALPi) Limited has reinforced its dedication to championing the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA), pledging to advance regional trade, infrastructure connectivity, and economic integration. As knowledge partners, capacity builders, and trade experts, ALPi continues to provide specialised training, business advisory services, and resource publications to support AfCFTA’s implementation. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Jan 31, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, a member of the Group, highlighted ALPi’s core practice areas, which include legal corporate and commercial advisory, dispute resolution, and professional services. The press conference served as a platform to update stakeholders on ALPi’s achievements…

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has stated that KT Hammond, the former Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, lost touch with his constituents as early as 2023, which contributed to his defeat in the 2024 general elections.Speaking during an interview with Bernard Avle on The Point of View on Channel One TV, Dr. Amoakohene expressed little surprise at KT Hammond’s electoral loss, criticizing his failure to address the basic needs of the people.“KT Hammond when I entered his constituency, after engaging two shops, I realized that there was a golden opportunity. We had targeted Adansi Asokwa since 2012, when…