Opinion
[Opinion] Akufo Addo’s biggest mistake: ‘Senseless cathedral’ over disarmed Ghanaian economy

[Opinion] Akufo Addo’s biggest mistake: ‘Senseless cathedral’ over disarmed Ghanaian economy

Even the Bible wants what is due to Caesar (the government) given to Caesar and what is due to God (the church) given to God by the citizens. Even Christ in his teachings drew a

Politics
Ato Forson promises to work with new Agriculture Minister to implement gov’t policies

Ato Forson promises to work with new Agriculture Minister to implement gov’t policies

The Finance Minister-designate, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has promised cocoa farmers fair prices for their produce. Ato Forson pledged to cooperate with the new minister to guarantee that cocoa farmers obtain a fair price for their

Business
I’ll increase revenue without increasing taxes-Ato Forson

I’ll increase revenue without increasing taxes-Ato Forson

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister-Designate for Finance, has highlighted the importance of compliance in increasing Ghana's revenue. He believes that there is no need to raise taxes given the country's significant revenue mobilisation potential. “I

Business
Scrapping betting tax will not affect Ghana’s economy – Cassiel Ato Forson

Scrapping betting tax will not affect Ghana’s economy – Cassiel Ato Forson

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister-Designate for Finance, has downplayed the economic impact of the betting tax revenue, claiming that its repeal would have no negative consequences for the country. His remarks follow President John Dramani

News
Otumfuo advocates for social contract rather than political dependence for development

Otumfuo advocates for social contract rather than political dependence for development

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has called for a paradigm shift in the Ashanti Region's approach to development, urging a shift away from political reliance and toward a social contract model. During a meeting

Business
Gov’t has no plans to request additional IMF funding – Ato Forson

Gov’t has no plans to request additional IMF funding – Ato Forson

Finance Minister-designate Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has clarified that, despite ongoing speculation, he has no immediate plans to request additional funds from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Appearing before the Appointments Committee of Parliament on

Politics
Ato Forson, two others to be vetted today

Ato Forson, two others to be vetted today

Parliament is set to begin vetting the first batch of ministerial nominees presented by President John Dramani Mahama today, Monday, January 13, 2025. The vetting process will begin with an examination of Dr. Cassiel Ato

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Akufo-Addo’s statue destroyed in Sekondi

Akufo-Addo’s statue destroyed in Sekondi

A statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, located at the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital in Sekondi, has been toppled and destroyed by unknown individuals. According to a source close to the police, the incident

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President Mahama dissolves statutory boards, corporations

President Mahama dissolves statutory boards, corporations

President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved all members of statutory boards, corporations, commissions, and councils appointed by the erstwhile Akufo-Addo administration The decision was made pursuant to the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845) provides

SPORTS
2024/25 MTN FA Cup: Hearts of Oak, Asante Kotoko Progress as Dreams FC crashes out: Round 32 Results

2024/25 MTN FA Cup: Hearts of Oak, Asante Kotoko Progress as Dreams FC crashes out: Round 32 Results

Record FA Cup holders Hearts of Oak advanced to the Round of 16 with a dominant 3-0 victory over Access Division One side Home Stars. After a goalless first half, the Phobians struck three times