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New GHC1 Fuel Levy Sparks GPRTU Threat Of Nationwide Strike On June 10

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The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has issued a stern warning to the government, threatening to embark on a nationwide strike on June 10, 2025, in protest against the newly introduced GHC1.00 fuel levy, popularly dubbed the “Dumsor Levy.” In a press conference held on Thursday, June 5, GPRTU’s Industrial Public Relations Officer, Abass […]

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Ghana’s War On Drugs Strengthened As New Narcotics Control Recruits Graduate

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Ghana’s campaign against illicit drugs has taken a significant leap forward with the graduation of a new batch of Narcotics Control Commission recruits from the Naval Recruit Training School at Nutekpor in the Volta Region. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, emphasized the critical role the graduates will play in

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Nationwide Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Health Services In Ghana

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A nationwide strike by nurses and midwives in Ghana is causing major disruptions in healthcare delivery across public hospitals, leaving thousands of patients without care. The strike, led by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), has resulted in abandoned posts at hospitals and clinics, especially at Outpatient Departments (OPDs), where patients are being

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Bibiani Child Narrowly Escapes Death After Mining Explosion

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A three-year-old boy narrowly escaped death after a mining explosion at Bibiani Old Town in the Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region. The incident has sparked outrage among residents, who are calling for immediate intervention from authorities. The explosion, carried out by Asante Gold Bibiani Limited, launched a massive rock into the boy’s home

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IGP Orders Galamsey Raids: 38 Arrested Across Western, Ashanti, And Central Regions

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The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has launched a nationwide operation targeting illegal mining activities—commonly referred to as galamsey. The crackdown has so far resulted in the arrest of 38 suspects from hotspot areas in the Western, Ashanti, and Central Regions. The operations, which began earlier this week, focused on towns notorious

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President Mahama Pledges Degree Status For Nursing And Midwifery Colleges

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President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to upgrade selected nursing and midwifery colleges in Ghana into degree-awarding institutions across the country. Speaking on Saturday, May 31, during his Thank-You tour of the Ahafo Region, Mahama reiterated his commitment to strengthening tertiary education, especially in underserved regions. “We remain committed to expanding tertiary education, especially

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Former NDC Greater Accra Chairman Joseph Ade Coker Passes Away After Short Illness

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Joseph Kobina Ade Coker, a former Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and a former Vice Chairman of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has passed away after a short illness. The respected politician and sports administrator died on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Accra, according to sources

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Ghana’s Embassy In Washington D.C. To Reopen On May 29 After Corruption Scandal – Ministry Of Foreign Affairs

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Ghana’s Embassy in Washington D.C. will officially reopen on Thursday, May 29, 2025, following a temporary closure to address serious allegations of corruption and misconduct. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration in a statement released on Tuesday, May 27. According to the Ministry, a team of seasoned diplomats,

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Effia Nkwanta Hospital Evicts Vendors Over Relocation Dispute

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Tensions are rising at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital in Sekondi-Takoradi after vendors were locked out of their shops on May 8. The hospital says the action was to enforce a relocation plan. But the vendors say it was unfair and done without proper notice. The locked-out vendors sold food, toiletries, and phone accessories. They

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