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October 16, 2024October 16, 2024

Zelensky Presents ‘Victory Plan’ To Ukrainian Parliament

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has presented MPs with a long-awaited "victory plan" that aims to strengthen his country's position enough to end the war with Russia. Zelensky told parliament in Kyiv that the plan could finish the war - which began

October 16, 2024October 16, 2024

WHO Approves Bavarian Nordic’s Mpox Vaccine for Adolescents

The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Monday that it has approved Bavarian Nordic's mpox vaccine for adolescents aged 12 to 17, a demographic particularly vulnerable to outbreaks of this globally concerning disease. The WHO stated that the Jynneos vaccine received

October 15, 2024October 15, 2024

Vice President Bawumia Set to Launch Groundbreaking E-Health Initiative on October 16, 2024

Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia will, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, launch another digital health initiative by the government: E-Health. The Akufo-Addo government, with strong support from Vice President Bawumia, has already introduced

October 15, 2024October 15, 2024

Unease in Anweaso Muslim Community After Mysterious Disappearance of Young Woman

An atmosphere of tension hangs over the Muslim community in Anweaso, Denkyembour District, Eastern Region, following the mysterious disappearance of 25-year-old Danjuma Laliatu. Laliatu went missing after an altercation on October 7, 2024, with a man named Kwadwo Ahenfie over a

October 15, 2024October 15, 2024

Consultant Dr. Jamal Tonzua Seidu Criticizes Military Deployment in Galamsey Fight as Unconstitutional

Energy, environmental law, and sustainability consultant Dr. Jamal Tonzua Seidu has labeled the government’s decision to deploy military personnel in its efforts to combat illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, as unconstitutional. Dr. Seidu argued that using the military for internal

October 15, 2024October 15, 2024

‘Zero Tolerance’ – GAF to Arrest Those Violating Military Uniform Ban

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has issued a strong warning to individuals and groups involved in the unauthorised use of military-pattern uniforms and equipment. In a press release dated Monday, October 14, and signed by the Director of Public Affairs, Eric

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024

Lawyers Must Not Be Part Of Activities That Destroy The Nation – CJ

Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo has advised lawyers not to be part of activities that destroyed the nation. “Lawyers must not be part of the activities that destroy the national economy, whether it is the political economy, the environmental economy, or

October 12, 2024October 12, 2024

Canada-Based Ghanaian Doctor Charged With Sexually Assaulting Female Patient

A doctor working out of a clinic in Oakville is facing a new sexual assault charge allegedly involving a female patient. The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) said 64-year-old Dr. Clarence Clottey of Oakville was working at “Bristol Family Physicians” located

October 12, 2024October 11, 2024

Five Suspected Landguards Arrested For Allegedly Encroaching On GSA Lands

Five suspected landguards have been arrested by the police for allegedly encroaching on lands belonging to the Ghana Standards Authority and Regimanuel Estate. The arrests follow a visit to the sites by members of the Greater Accra Regional Security Council (REGSEC),

October 12, 2024October 11, 2024

Galamsey: TUTAG Declares Strike, Slams Organised Labour’s Withdrawal

The Technical University Teachers Association of Ghana (TUTAG) has resolved to embark on a strike action against the illegal mining (galamsey) menace. This follows Organised Labour’s decision to call off a nationwide strike following the government’s intervention. In a statement issued