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The Public Relations Officer for the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), Ernest Azuntiga, has responded to widely circulated reports that the institution has withdrawn 38 students due to poor academic performance. Addressing the issue of Asaase Radio on Monday, March 17, 2025, Azuntiga clarified that the reports are inaccurate as no student has been dismissed from the institution. He explained that the viral document, which listed the names of some Level 100 first-year students with the directive for them to be withdrawn for failing to meet the minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 1.0, originated from a specific department…

Ghanaian dancehall musician, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, has reacted to the removal of George Akuffo Dampare as the Inspector General of Police (IGP). On March 13, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama, through a press statement signed by Felix Ofosu Kwakye, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, officially appointed COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new IGP. This development has since sparked mixed reactions on social media, with scores of netizens expressing their excitement over the change. Shatta Wale, speaking on the development, also took to Facebook on March 14, 2025, to criticise the former…

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Abeiku Santana, has urged Ghanaian media to dedicate 80% of their airplay to local music throughout the month of March. Speaking exclusively to GhanaWeb at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) Nominees Announcement, held at the Accra International Conference Centre on March 15, 2025, Abeiku Santana emphasised the need to promote Ghanaian music and culture. “We encourage our media houses to dedicate a significant portion of their time to play Ghanaian music this March, aiming for at least 80%, if not 100%,” he stated. Abeiku Santana also emphasised the importance…

Founder and Board Chairman of Bills Microcredit, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, has shared a memorable and transformative encounter he had with his lecturer in the UK who once told him beforehand about his entrepreneurial success. In a recent interview with Bola Rayon YouTube, Richard Quaye recalled that Michael Mainwaring, his lecturer at the London College of Accountancy had inquired from him about his plan after postgraduation. Richard in his response was uncertain about his future but his lecturer prophesied to him that he will succeed when he returns to Ghana rather than staying in the UK after school. According to Richard,…

Ghana is making headlines again, but this time for the right reasons. President John Dramani Mahama has launched an aggressive and uncompromising campaign against corruption, seeking to reclaim Ghana’s integrity, rebuild international confidence, and ensure public resources serve the people’s good. His anti-corruption drive has caught the attention of global observers, who are eager to see if Africa’s beacon of democracy can now emerge as a model of good governance. The legacy of corruption left by the previous administration of President Nana Akufo-Addo remains a sore point for many Ghanaians. The damaging effects of unchecked corruption under the NPP government…

The President of the Concerned Farmers Association, Nana Oboadie Bonsu, has raised concerns about the government’s failure to collect accurate data on farmers in Ghana, arguing that this deficiency leads to ineffective policy implementation. He emphasized that without a clear understanding of the number of farmers in the country, it is impossible for policymakers to allocate resources effectively or implement strategies that genuinely support the sector. According to Nana Oboadie Bonsu, the lack of proper data affects the distribution of essential farming inputs such as fertilizers. He questioned the transparency of the allocation process, noting that fertilizers often fail to…

The battle against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, continues to be one of Ghana’s most pressing national crises. Despite efforts by successive governments to curb this environmental menace, illegal mining remains a deep-rooted problem, threatening Ghana’s water bodies, forests, and agricultural lands. The situation demands not just political will but a swift, decisive, and sustained approach to rescue the country from environmental and economic devastation. Against this backdrop, Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, Convener of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining, has once again sounded the alarm on the escalating dangers of the menace, emphasizing the need for immediate, resolute…

STAR Ghana Foundation has welcomed the decision by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson to uncap the National Health Insurance (NHIS) levy and the full allocation of funds to the health insurance sector. Mr Raymond Danso, Portfolio Manager, Right to Services at STAR-Ghana Foundation said that the decision is a significant milestone as it directly impacts private hospitals, free primary healthcare initiatives, and overall health sector funding, which is a major win for health financing in Ghana. The government has announced the full allocation of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), and Road Fund in the…

In the realm of leadership, certain qualities transcend mere competence, elevating individuals to the status of visionary figures capable of inspiring and transforming societies. And beneath the surface of policy and strategy lie the essential qualities that define a true leader: forthrightness, creativity, and, crucially, honesty. These traits, when woven together, form the foundation of a culture that embraces progress and tackles challenges head-on. The late former President J.J. Rawlings, a figure renowned for his own direct and often unconventional approach, understood the power of honesty. His views, sometimes controversial, were never shrouded in ambiguity. He spoke his mind, even…

The outcome of 2024 general election has taught us useful lessons in so many ways,and it is about time we use this period to reflect, reform, rebuild, rebrand, restrategize, and transform the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the 2028 general election and beyond. So far, the Electoral Commission of Ghana has declared the results of 275 out of the 276 Constituencies with Mr John Mahama having a commanding lead of 1,714,179 votes difference between him and Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.  Based on the 275 out of 276 Constituencies, John Mahama had 6,591,179 votes representing 56.42%, and Dr Mahamudu Bawumia had 4,…