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President John Dramani Mahama has announced two major educational initiatives aimed at equipping young people in the Savannah Region with practical skills and modern training opportunities. Speaking during his “Thank You” tour in Damongo, Mr Mahma revealed plans to establish a STEM Senior High School in Tinga, Bole District, and a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Centre of Excellence in Salaga. According to Mr Mahama the STEM school in Tinga would focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, providing a strong foundation for students in an increasingly knowledge-based economy. He noted that he had already instructed the Minister…

President John Dramani Mahama is absolutely leaving footprints in the sand of time.During a recent “thank you” tour of the North East Region, he delivered a welcome news for the local agricultural sector: the establishment of a new, state-of-the-art rice mill at Jadima, in the Mamprugu Moagduri District of the North East Region.This significant investment promises to transform the region’s rice production capacity, generate substantial employment opportunities, and contribute to Ghana’s overall food security.The announcement, met with enthusiasm by local farmers and residents, underscored the government’s commitment to supporting agriculture and rural development.The proposed rice mill is projected to process…

In response to the high Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) in the banking industry, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reviewed its policy on problem assets to address the increasing risks to the industry’s profitability, liquidity and solvency as well as the threat to the stability of the financial system. In its notice on regulatory measures to reduce NPLs, it said all Regulatory Financial Institutions (RFIs) must maintain a robust credit risk management framework. “An RFI shall, on a continuous basis, enhance its credit risk management function and processes in compliance with BoG’s credit risk management requirements and shall demonstrate the robustness…

Dr. Dominic A. Ayine, Attorney General and Minister of Justice One of the most sacrosanct principles of justice in any functioning democracy is the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. This foundational legal doctrine is not merely a procedural formality — it is a civilisational achievement, a shield against tyranny, and a fundamental pillar of the rule of law. Yet in present-day Ghana, under the new NDC administration, this principle appears to be under assault in ways that should concern every citizen, regardless of political allegiance. Since assuming office, the Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has adopted a practice that…

Deputy Minister of Education, Dr. Clement Abas ApaakThe Ministry of Education has commiserated with the families of the seven Lawra Senior High School students who lost their lives in a tragic canoe accident on the Black Volta River.The incident, which occurred on Saturday, June 15, involved ten members of the school’s cadet corps who had reportedly attempted to cross the river near Dikpe during a morning jogging exercise.Seven of them drowned when the canoe capsized midstream while the remaining three were rescued.In a statement signed by Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, the Ministry described the development as…

Samira Bawumia is the former Second Lady of Ghana Former Second Lady, Samira Bawumia, has called on party supporters to rally strong support for former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, in his bid to lead the party again as its flagbearer.Addressing a crowd of party supporters at a yet to be identified event, Samira Bawumia described her husband as a ‘good man’ who had served the nation’s interests diligently. She asserted that his achievements and work ethic as vice president were unmatched by any of his predecessors in the country’s history.“Let us support Dr Bawumia because he is a good…

Private secondary schools across the country are buzzing with excitement after being officially included in the government’s Free Senior High School (Free SHS) initiative, a development they describe as a monumental victory for the sector. The celebrations follow an announcement by the Ghana Education Service (GES) to extend the deadline for the 2025 school selection process to Wednesday, June 25, 2025, to accommodate the private senior high schools. The move is intended to enhance access to secondary education and alleviate overcrowding in public schools. READ ALSO: GES extends school selection deadline to June 25 amid Private SHS inclusion In a…

Late Chief Inspector Kofi Acheampong (aka Englishman)Today, as the world celebrates Father’s Day, I find myself reflecting not only on the beauty of fatherhood but also on the deep ache that comes with remembering a father who is no longer here.Chief Inspector Kofi Acheampong, fondly known as “Englishman”, was more than a father to me. He was my foundation, my compass, my fiercest defender and my quietest inspiration. His uniform may have represented law and order, but at home, he wore the garment of love, patience and fierce commitment. He gave his all, his time, his strength, his wisdom, so…

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is advising depositors to keep their savings in a viable BoG licensed financial institution, such as a bank, rural bank, savings and loans company, or a microfinance institution. It also urged those who save with susu collectors to ensure that they are accredited agents of a licensed financial institution, duly registered and legally licensed by the BoG to engage in the business of susu collection. In a notice on financial literacy on savings, the Central Bank urged all and sundry to cultivate the habit of saving regularly, irrespective of the level of their income, adding,…

The Minority caucus in Parliament has called on the government to immediately table a repeal bill under a certificate of urgency to abolish the controversial Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025, widely referred to as the dumsor levy.This follows the Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) decision to suspend the implementation of the levy which was due to take effect on June 16, in response to the Middle East crisis which has resulted in fuel price volatility.In a press statement dated June 14, the NPP Minority Caucus described the indefinite suspension as an admission of poor planning and a clear sign of…