Author: Krobea

One of the architects of Ghana’s local government structure, Professor Kwamena Ahwoi, says the Presidential Transition Act of 2012, Act 845, was misinterpreted by the current government led by Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Act 845 was enacted to enable smooth transfer of political power from one democratically elected president to another. The law, which was just a few years old at the time of coming into office of President Nana Akufo-Addo, has been interpreted, according to Prof. Ahwoi. “The way it has been interpreted has had a devastating effect on the security of tenure of public officers generally,” he stated…

A National Chairman aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alhaji Abubarkari Abdul-Rahman, popularly known as Alhaji Short, has officially served notice he will not be part of the party’s July executive elections. “After long introspection and consideration, I believe the interest of the party will be best served by my withdrawal,” he stated in a release on Thursday. Alhaji Short was one of four aspirants for the national chairmanship. Acting National Chairman Freddie Blay and two-time failed aspirant Stephen Ayensu Ntim are the frontrunners. Dr Richard Amoako Baah is regarded an outsider who may pull a surprise. The fourth…

Private laboratory scientists have threatened to join the ongoing strike by their counterparts in the public sector if government does not resolve the latter’s grievances. According to the Association of Private Medical Laboratories, the strike by the Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (GAMLS) is taking a toll on their services and they have no option than to join their colleagues. This they are convinced will get government to listen to the cries of GAMLS. The scientists on Monday, May 28 declared a strike by asking members to withdraw their services. They are demanding better conditions of service as regards…

Fifty suspected illegal immigrants mostly Nigerians, including a female, have been rounded up by the intelligence directorate of the Ghana Police Service at Gomoa Budumburam in the Central Region. Forty-six laptops, mobile phones and assorted electronic gadgets were also retrieved. The suspects were believed to have engaged in various criminal acts including cyber-related crimes and robberies. The Thursday morning swoop was informed by weeks of intelligence on crime trends in and around Kasoa. The suspected foreign nationals, the police alleged, have rented several apartments in the area from where they plan and launch their nefarious activities. They are also to…

The Minister of Communications, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, insists the $178.8 million deal struck between the National Communications Authority (NCA) and Kelni-GVG followed due process. “There has been absolutely no corruption or underhand dealings in this transaction,” she said. “I can never be party to any such conduct as I value my reputation and the reputation of the government which serves the good people of Ghana.” Mrs Owusu-Ekuful, who is also Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West Constituency, stated these on Thursday when he made a statement about the deal on the floor of Parliament. There have been public disapproval of the…

Begging in Ghana is fast becoming a threat which if not checked, will reach a catastrophic level. Nowadays, panhandlers—both local and foreigners—beseech our traffic lights, shopping malls, streets, bus stops, hospitals and doorways. This gets one to ask the contentious question: Is begging now a profession? Yes! I guess it is for this reason why our begging industry has courted many foreigners. That panhandling did not start in recent times is not disagreeable, but its intensity and conspicuousness in our public space have never been more. Poverty, lack of education, irresponsible parenting, laziness, and religion and culture are identified causes…

Media General, Ghana’s leading media company that owns and operates TV3, 3FM 92.7MHz, Onua FM 95.1MHz, Connect FM 97.1MHz, Akoma FM 87.9MHz and 3news.com,has announced the appointment of celebrated broadcaster and radio host, Paa Kwesi Simpson, popularly known as Uncle Paa Kwesi, as host of OMANBAPA, the morning show, on Takoradi-based Connect FM 97.1MHz. Paa Kwesi Simpson, arguably a leading and distinguished radio personality in the Western and Central Regions will steer the refreshed morning show, OMANBAPA with his unique style, strong personality and exceptional ability to engage and delight listeners. Born and bred in Takoradi, the ace broadcaster has…

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has announced his resignation barely a week after annexing the 13th European title for the Spanish giants. The Frenchman announced his shock decision at a press conference on Thursday. After about two-and-half seasons with Real Madrid, Zidane won the 2017 Spanish La Liga and Super Cup, two UEFA Super Cup titles, two FIFA Club World Cup titles and the UEFA Champions League three times, the last of which came last Saturday. He managed a total of 149 games, winning 104 of them and losing 16. The rest were draws. He won a total of nine…

Eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt is training with Norwegian top-flight football team Stromsgodset. The Jamaican sprinter, 31, is scheduled to play a training match against Norway Under-19s in his week at the club. Bolt, the 100m and 200m world record holder, has already trained with Borussia Dortmund and South African club Sundowns this year. “Maybe a club will see something and decide to give me a chance,” said Bolt, who is preparing for a charity game. He will captain a team of celebrities and footballers at the Soccer Aid match for Unicef on 10 June at Old Trafford. “He is…

If former president John Mahama’s social media post a few days back is an indication of his intentions of making a return to the presidency, then just another spanner has been thrown into his wheels. This time not by potential challengers for the National Democratic Congress’ presidential primaries but by Professor Stephen Adei, a former Rector of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). The learned professor, who is credited for reforming GIMPA from a sordid past to its present glory, stands by his accusations against the former president’s administration. The former rector and former UN ambassador to…