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February 5, 2024February 5, 2024

Emissions Levy, VAT On Electricity Will Affect Businesses – GUTA

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has voiced its opposition to the proposed implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity charges and the imposition of an emission levy. The association argues that these measures will have severe adverse economic

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024

Nigerian Traditional Monarch Shot Dead And Wife Kidnapped

Armed men have shot dead a traditional ruler, and kidnapped his wife plus one other person in south-western Nigeria, authorities say. The attackers stormed the palace of Segun Aremu - a retired army general and monarch whose official title is the

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024

China Executes Couple Who Flung Two Toddlers To Their Death

China has executed a couple who fatally threw two children out of the window of an apartment building. Zhang Bo - the father of the children - and Ye Chengchen were previously found guilty of killing a two-year-old girl and a

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024

We Will Work Hard To Resolve The Bawku Impasse – Mahama

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Mahama has assured Bawku residents that he will prioritise restoring peace in the community if he is successful in the upcoming elections. The former President stated that it was unfortunate that tensions in

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024

I’m Worried About Our Democracy – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu On Exit Of Experienced MPs

The Majority Leader in Parliament, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, expressed his concerns about the state of the country's democracy due to the departure of experienced lawmakers from the legislative house. During an interview on GTV, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu emphasised the need for serious reflection

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

Government Must Withdraw ‘Unnecessary’ Emissions Levy Immediately – Nana B

The National Organiser of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, commonly known as Nana B, is urging the government to immediately withdraw the Emissions Levy. Nana B contends that emission levies are typically imposed on developed nations that

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

Nollywood Star Jailed 6 Months For Stepping On Naira Notes

A Nigerian actress has been sentenced to six months imprisonment for tampering with the currency after she was filmed spraying and stepping on newly issued naira notes last year. Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin was arrested last February in Lagos after the video of

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

Parliament To Resume On February 6

The Fourth Session of the Eighth Parliament of the Fourth Republic, in accordance with Article 112(1) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, is set to commence on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. This was after the house adjourned sine die, on Saturday,

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

‘Let No One Feel Discouraged To Use The Law’ – Chief Justice To Judges

The Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, has urged judges to uphold the principles of the law entrusted to them and conduct their duties with integrity and impartiality. That, she said, would encourage people to resort to the courts for redress.

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

No Government Can Collapse Okada Business – Mahama

The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC)Mr John Mahama, for the 2024 general elections, says the motorcycle transportation industry (Okada) has established itself and is unassailable by any government. Addressing a huge gathering at the Agormanya Saint Martin’s Parish