Ghana has made a significant breakthrough in its economic recovery efforts, saving approximately GH¢1 billion due to the recent reduction in Treasury bill rates. This remarkable achievement was revealed by the Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, during the National Economic Dialogue on March 3, under the theme “Resetting Ghana: Building the Economy We Want […]
Dr. Ishmael Yamson, Chairman of the National Economic Dialogue, has expressed his unwavering confidence in President John Dramani Mahama’s ability to steer Ghana toward sustainable economic growth. Speaking at the opening of the National Economic Dialogue on Monday, March 3, 2025, Dr. Yamson emphasized the urgent need for transformative leadership to address Ghana’s economic challenges, […]
President John Dramani Mahama has paid his respects to the family of the late Alhaji Asoma Banda, a trailblazing figure in Ghana’s shipping and aviation industries, who passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Mahama led a delegation of government officials to express his condolences to the family of the revered business icon. News of […]
Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has set the record straight on the funding of the Hajj Village, stating unequivocally that the facility is being constructed solely by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), without any financial contributions from taxpayers. This clarification was shared on X, reiterating the government’s stance on the […]
A high-ranking official at the Presidency has chastised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for its stance towards the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government. Gbande Mustapha Gbande, Deputy Director in charge of Operations at the Presidency, criticized the NPP’s plan to deliver a “True State of the Nation Address” on March 4, 2025, in response […]
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled an ambitious plan to airlift 5,000 Ghanaian pilgrims to Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage this year. Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony for the Hajj village on Friday, February 28, President Mahama underscored the importance of adhering to the set deadline for payments and ensuring that all necessary arrangements are […]
Renowned entrepreneur, business magnate, philanthropist, role model and patriot, born in June 1933 at Kintampo in the Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana, Alhaji Asoma Abu Banda was destined to create employment and economic empowerment for many people worldwide. After his elementary education at Kintampo and Kumasi Government Boys respectively, he went on to receive Ordinary […]
President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized the importance of treating the Hajj pilgrimage as a sacred religious and spiritual journey, rather than a profit-driven venture. Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony for the new Hajj Village on Friday, February 28, President Mahama stressed that any excess funds from the Hajj process should be channeled into projects […]
The NDC government has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against illegal mining in the country, successfully reclaiming the Shelter Belt forest reserve, the largest of nine reserves that had been overrun by illegal miners for nearly a decade. This accomplishment was made possible through a collaborative effort with security services, marking a crucial […]
In a significant development, the Goldbod Technical Committee, led by Acting Managing Director of the Precious Mineral Marketing Company (PMMC), Sammy Gyamfi, Esq., met with small-scale miners, gold dealers, and jewelers in Kumasi yesterday. The meeting, held at the “Miklin” Hotel, drew a massive attendance and featured engaging discussions on the Goldbod initiative. Launched by […]