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The government, has disbanded all Community Mining Schemes with immediate effect. These schemes were set up by the Akufo-Addo government with the then Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, George Mireku Duker, in charge. Many had labelled them a decorated Galamsey. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, announced this during a news briefing in Accra on Wednesday, insisting that all the existing Community Mining Schemes were only in name, although their establishment was based on benefiting the community. In that regard, the Minister said, the Community Mining Schemes, would be replaced with Mining Cooperatives after…

Happiness: A Universal Right and the Cornerstone of Human Development On this International Day of Happiness, the Raelian Movement reaffirms its commitment to promoting happiness as a fundamental pillar of human progress and global peace. Happiness is not merely a personal pursuit—it is a basic human right, and Happiness schools should be established in every city, ensuring that individuals have the tools to cultivate it. “Happiness is encoded in our DNA. Never feel guilty about nurturing your own happiness. Taking care of your happiness while others suffer is not selfish. It is precisely to stop these sufferings that we MUST…

By Patrick Biddah The Interior Minister, Alhaji Mubarak Muntaka ,has threatened to engineer the transfer of regional police Commanders who are unable to fight illegal mining , popularly referred to as ‘galamsey ‘. According to the Minister, if the police are able to trace the chassis numbers of all excavators they seize, it will lead them to their owners for arrest. The Minister said , the failure by the Regional Commanders to conduct this exercise with the aim of leading to the eventual arrest of the ‘ big boys’ behind the menace, will necessitate a transfer. Speaking at the Police…

The Executive Chairman of KGL Group, Alex Apau Dadey, warmly welcomed a delegation from the Mfantsipim Old Boys Association (MOBA) to the KGL House as part of a courtesy call that underscored a shared commitment to education, sports, and youth empowerment. The visit, graced by esteemed alumni including former MOBA President Capt. Paul Forjoe, Newly inducted Abusuapanin of MOBA, Moses Kwesi Baiden Jr and Ambassador Ashim Morton, highlighted the strong bond between Mfantsipim and its distinguished alumni network. During the meeting, Mr. Dadey, a proud alumnus of Mfantsipim, reflected on his formative years at the school, emphasizing the discipline, leadership,…

The NDC government, under President John Dramani Mahama, is demonstrating true leadership by amending L.I 2462 to end the President’s power to grant mining licenses in forest reserves. This, along with revoking all small-scale mining licenses issued after December 7, 2024, is a decisive response to the environmental destruction enabled by the previous NPP administration. During the Akufo-Addo and Bawumia regime, illegal mining (galamsey) spiralled out of control, with top NPP officials actively involved. The Ashanti Regional Chairman’s ownership of Aconta Mines is a glaring example of how political influence was used to secure mining permits, leading to widespread deforestation…

as  NHIS announces continuation of Free Dialysis Program  In a bid to provide accessible healthcare for all, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced that the Free Dialysis program under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) will remain operational until the Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund is fully established. Under the leadership of the Hon. Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh MP, a dedicated seven-member team has been appointed to oversee the effective implementation of this initiative. This move comes as part of the Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, also known as the Mahama Cares initiative, spearheaded by…

In a coordinated effort by the Attorney-General’s Department and EOCO, Madam Angela Adjei-Boateng and one other individual have been apprehended in a suburb of Accra. Notably, Madam Angela is the spouse of Mr Kwabena Adu-Boahene, the former Director-General of the National Signal Bureau. These arrests, conducted around 12 noon today, March 21, 2025, followed Mr. Adu-Boahene’s detention at Kotoka International Airport last night at approximately 9 pm, on March 20, 2025. The focus of these apprehensions is linked to investigations surrounding various financial crimes, with the primary objective being the recovery of lost state funds. Stay tuned for further updates…

The Special Mothers Project, an advocacy and awareness creation programme on cerebral palsy issues and issues affecting families raising children with disabilities has added its voice to the call for government to improve support systems A statement issued and signed by Mrs Hannah Awadzi, Executive Director, and copied to the media to commemorate World Down syndrome day said persons living wit Down Syndrome face serious challenges in accessing basic services like education and healthcare Persons living with down syndrome and their families need support, Support is a key human right that helps make other rights possible. World Down Syndrome Day…

Top brass of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) have reportedly staged a covert operation targeting former Member of Parliament (MP) Adwoa Safo, effectively blocking her from a scheduled television interview. The high-ranking NPP officials strategically intercepted Safo as she was preparing to attend a televised discussion on Kessben FM/radio this morning, Friday, March 21. They arrived unannounced in a convoy of three Toyota Land Cruisers, halting her plans for media engagement. A public announcement from Kessben television declared, “BREAKING: Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo ambushed by NPP leadership at her residence, preventing her from honoring scheduled TV interview.” This contentious…

National Security springs into action as flames engulf shops in Kumasi’s heart of Adum this Friday.  Following a quick response by Regional Minister Dr Frank Amoakohene and his security team, heavy-duty machinery is rolled in to aid the struggling fire service as they battle the blaze. But just as the situation seemed dire, a swift exit by Dr Amoakohene was prompted with news of President John Mahama’s imminent arrival.  President Mahama, en route for a scheduled tree planting event, is expected to assess the damage later today upon landing in the city. In a bid to tackle the inferno, bulldozers…