The Member of Parliament for Ofoase/Ayirebi and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has expressed strong reservations about two new legislative proposals from the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation. Speaking in an interview with newseyegh.com, Hon. Oppong Nkrumah disclosed that the ministry has presented two draft bills—the Cybersecurity (Amendment) Act and the Misinformation and Disinformation Act which are expected to be laid before Parliament for consideration soon. According to him, while the government may argue that these laws are intended to strengthen digital security and curb the spread of false information, their potential implications for freedom of…
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A financial expert, Dr. Richmond Atuahene has urged President John Mahama to establish a special investigative committee to thoroughly probe how an estimated $42 billion reportedly left Ghana’s financial system without sufficient scrutiny from the country’s banking sector. His call comes in response to recent revelations by President Mahama that over the past four years, around $42 billion exited Ghana through payments for imports that never arrived, raising suspicions of large-scale financial irregularities and possible money laundering. In an interview with newsyegh.com, Dr. Atuahene stated that such a huge outflow of funds exposes serious weaknesses in the nation’s financial oversight framework.…
The Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture, Hon. John Dumelo, has announced that the Mahama-led administration is implementing several initiatives to make the agricultural sector more attractive and profitable for young people. Speaking to the press, he highlighted government’s determination to modernize farming and create employment opportunities for the youth through technology and innovation. According to him, one of the flagship interventions is the “Nkoko Nkitinkiti” Initiative, designed to support poultry farmers with improved technologies, training, and access to finance to enhance productivity and profitability. The Deputy Minister made these remarks at the launch of FarmSense—an AI-powered system developed by KNUST’s DIPPER Lab…
The National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) has issued a stern warning to all accredited health facilities to desist from charging patients with valid NHIS cards for services already covered under the scheme. Speaking at the launch of the Market Storm and My NHIS App Sensation in the Ashanti Region, the Regional Director of NHIS, Mohammed Muniru, said the new digital initiative was designed to make it easier for traders, entrepreneurs, and other busy individuals to register and renew their NHIS membership conveniently using their mobile phones. Mr. Muniru expressed concern about the increasing number of complaints from cardholders who report…
The Ahanta West Constituency branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep disappointment in President John Dramani Mahama for what it describes as his deliberate neglect of the Agenda 111 hospital project at Bokro in the Western Region, despite the facility being 100 percent complete. According to the party, the hospital—commissioned by former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in December 2024 has yet to become operational nearly ten months into the current NDC administration. Speaking at a press briefing , the Ahanta West NPP Communication Officer, Barnabas Annan, said the party expected President Mahama to have made the…
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the newly launched Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities initiative will be implemented through a revamped and fully digitalized Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), which has been redesigned to ensure transparency, efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Speaking at the official launch of the programme in Accra, President Mahama described the initiative as a major milestone in Ghana’s ongoing efforts to promote equality, inclusion, and empowerment within the education sector. He explained that education remains one of the most effective tools for breaking barriers and enabling persons with disabilities to participate fully in national…
The Ministry of Health, headed by Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced that the Government of Ghanahas signed a bilateral agreement with the Government of Grenada for the recruitment of Ghanaian nurses to serve in the Caribbean nation. In a statement issued by the Ministry, the initiative seeks applications from experienced, dynamic, and committed registered nurses who are eager to take up what it describes as a “challenging yet highly rewarding professional opportunity” in Grenada. The available positions include Critical Care Nurses, Accident and Emergency Nurses, Public Health Nurses, and General Nurses. To qualify, applicants must meet the regulatory requirements…
The Minister for Government Communication, Hon. Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has revealed that a joint security task force from the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Squad (NAIMOS) has successfully carried out a major operation in the Oda Forest Reserve in the Ashanti Region, targeting illegal mining activities that continue to threaten the nation’s environment and water bodies. In a Facebook post on Friday, the Minister announced that the special anti-galamsey unit stormed the forest reserve earlier this week after receiving intelligence reports about heavily armed groups engaged in illegal mining operations in the area. The coordinated raid led to the arrest of…
Out of the total 87 Members of Parliament (MPs) representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP), an impressive 63 have publicly declared their support for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the lead-up to the party’s 2026 presidential primaries. This strong endorsement from a majority of NPP lawmakers highlights Dr. Bawumia’s growing influence within the party and reinforces his position as one of the leading contenders to succeed President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as the party’s flagbearer. The declaration of support comes at a critical time when internal party discussions about leadership direction and the future of the NPP are…
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced that it refunded a total of GH¢426,200.91 to consumers who were overbilled during the third quarter of this year. In an interview with newseyegh.com, the Ashanti Regional Head of Public Relations at PURC, Richard Asiedu, explained that the Commission carried out both refunds and recoveries during the period under review. According to him, the refunds provided relief to consumers who had been charged more than their actual consumption, resulting in significant savings. Mr. Asiedu further disclosed that some complaints lodged by the utility companies led to recoveries totaling GH¢80,628.62. He added that through…