melody911fm.com

June 16, 2025

Ex-NSS Boss Implicated in GH¢8.2M Ghost Names Scandal

Ghana’s Attorney General has revealed that GH¢8.2 million was transferred into the personal Ezwich account of former National Service Authority (NSA) Director-General, Osei-Assibey Antwi. The payment is linked to the ongoing “ghost names” scandal involving fictitious national service personnel. Speaking at a press briefing, Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine confirmed that the account, registered in […]

Ex-NSS Boss Implicated in GH¢8.2M Ghost Names Scandal Read More »

Minority in Parliament Calls For Urgent Repeal Of ‘Dumsor Levy’

Ghana’s Minority in Parliament is demanding the urgent repeal of the controversial Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy, popularly referred to as the “Dumsor Levy.” The call follows a second postponement of the levy’s implementation, originally scheduled for June 16, 2025. In a strongly-worded statement, the Minority described the delay as inadequate and called

Minority in Parliament Calls For Urgent Repeal Of ‘Dumsor Levy’ Read More »

Trump Administration Considers Ghana Among 36 Countries For New Travel Ban

The United States government, under the Trump administration, is reportedly considering adding Ghana and 35 other countries to an expanded travel restriction list. This proposed measure follows a memo signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to a report by The Washington Post. The memo highlights security and documentation issues, including poor civil registry

Trump Administration Considers Ghana Among 36 Countries For New Travel Ban Read More »

50 Unaccredited Universities Barred From National Service Participation

The National Service Authority (NSA) has disclosed that 50 unaccredited tertiary institutions were previously allowed to participate in Ghana’s national service programme. The revelation came from NSA Director-General Felix Gyamfi during an interview on June 15, 2025. Mr. Gyamfi explained that some of these institutions had expired accreditation while 18 others had never been accredited

50 Unaccredited Universities Barred From National Service Participation Read More »

25 Private SHSs Added To Free SHS Programme In Ghana For 2025 Placement

For the first time in Ghana’s educational history, 25 private senior high schools (SHSs) have been officially integrated into the government’s flagship Free SHS programme. This milestone initiative, announced by the Ministry of Education, is part of the 2025 Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) and aims to expand access to quality secondary education.

25 Private SHSs Added To Free SHS Programme In Ghana For 2025 Placement Read More »

Fuel Prices To Remain Stable Despite Middle East Conflict

Fuel prices in Ghana have remained largely unchanged during the June 2025 first pricing window, despite increasing concerns over global oil supply disruptions due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Petroleum industry watchers had projected a possible hike in local pump prices, citing the recent flare-up of hostilities between Israel and Iran, as well

Fuel Prices To Remain Stable Despite Middle East Conflict Read More »

Minority Threatens Lawsuit Over Unratified Damang Mine Lease Renewal

Ghana’s Minority in Parliament has warned it will seek legal redress over the government’s failure to submit the renewed Damang Mine lease for parliamentary ratification. The lease, granted to Gold Fields Ghana for 12 months, is part of transitional arrangements finalized in April 2025. Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh insists that this omission undermines parliamentary

Minority Threatens Lawsuit Over Unratified Damang Mine Lease Renewal Read More »

Zoomlion Clarifies Expiration Of YEA Street Sweeping Contract

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has officially responded to recent controversy surrounding its sanitation contract with the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), stating clearly that the agreement expired naturally in September 2024—contrary to claims that it was abruptly cancelled by the government. The company, in a detailed statement issued over the weekend, explained that the five-year sanitation module

Zoomlion Clarifies Expiration Of YEA Street Sweeping Contract Read More »