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Ofori-Atta’s fiscal measures cosmetic and empty – Ato Forson

The NDC Member of Parliament for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam, Cassiel Ato Forson, says the proposed austerity measures outlined by the Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori Atta are cosmetic and empty. According to the MP, the Minister should have rather advised the government to come out with more stringent measures rather than what was churned out. “The fiscal measures announced today are just ...

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‘Is it a parachute?’ Social media reacts to low plane ladder used by Nigeria at Kumasi Airport

Ghanaians and Nigerians on social media have reacted to a viral photo of the plane ladder used by the Nigerian national team on their arrival at the Kumasi Airport. The Super Eagles touched down on Thursday morning ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup playoff game against Ghana. However, videos from their arrival showed the contingent struggling to alight using ...

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Galamsey gangs clash in Tarkwa; one dead, others injured

A clash between some galamsay operators at Tarkwa in the Western Region has led to the death of one, with others sustaining injuries, Empire News has gathered. According to sources, some victims who sustained cutlass and gunshot wounds are receiving treatment at the Tarkwa government hospital. Lands For Sale In Acres at Aburi Amanfrom, Watch the video Below; Reports say ...

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Asakaa: How drill music found a new home in Ghana

In the middle of a global pandemic a UK-based superstar rapper hopped on a plane to Ghana to collaborate with a schoolboy on a track which exemplifies the latest style of music from Africa. The remix track, Sore, by 18-year-old Yaw Tog and Stormzy has since racked up more than six million views on YouTube. Asakaa, or Ghana drill, is ...

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Ghana-Nigeria Clash: Majeed Ashimeru’s exclusion due to injury – GFA

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has said six players called up for the Black Stars World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, including Anderlecht midfielder Majeed Ashimeru could not make it due to injury. “Majeed Ashimeru, Antoine Semenyo, Baba Abdul Rahman, Samuel Owusu, Richmond Boakye Yiadom and Kamaldeen Sulemana were all handed call ups to the senior national team and were expected ...

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Economic crisis: Council of State members cut allowances by 20%

All the members of the Council of State will now take 20% less of their allowances, as part of measures devised by the government to tackle the economic crisis afflicting Ghana. Speaking at the Jubilee House, the seat of the Presidency, the Chairman of the Council, Nana Otuo Serebour II, said, “We have decided to reduce our monthly allowances by ...

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