Chinese, French, and Russian firms bid to build Ghana’s first nuclear power plant – Report
General News of Wednesday, 22 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comFrance's EDF, U.S.-based NuScale Power, Regnum Technology Group, China National Nuclear Corporation, South Korea's Kepco and its subsidiary Korea Hydro Nuclear Power Corporation, as well as Russia's ROSATOM, are all competing for the contract to build Ghana's inaugural nuclear power plant over the next decade. A report published by Reuters and sighted by GhanaWeb Business indicates that by December 2024, the Ghanaian government will select an energy firm to undertake the project. Ghana's ambition to establish a nuclear power plant dates back to the early 1960s, but plans were delayed due to a series of coups that disrupted democracy. The plan was rekindled in 2006 with assistance from the International Atomic Energy Association following a severe power crisis that year. Click here to follow the GhanaWeb Business WhatsApp channel
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May 22, 2024 15:41 UTC
2024 elections: Winner will win big, loser will lose big - Prophet Kofi Oduro explains
Politics of Wednesday, 22 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comProphet Kofi Oduro of Alabaster International Ministry has spoken about the upcoming general elections. He said the outcome of the polls would leave no room for any contestation by the loser of the polls. "I have said it on TV, radio and online and I would say it again, the person who will win will win big and the person who will lose will lose big, so that there will be peace. You lose, you humble yourself and swallow your ego and concede defeat and call your opponent and congratulate them," he stressed in a sermon posted on YouTube. The 2024 general elections would involve the election of Members of Parliament across 275 constituencies nationwide.
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May 22, 2024 11:28 UTC
'He died in an unnecessary accident' - Akufo-Addo pays tribute to driver who died in convoy crash
General News of Tuesday, 21 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed his sorrow over the passing of Kwesi Atta, a presidential driver, who died in a convoy accident at Bunso Junction in the Eastern Region. He described the late Atta as a loyal employee who stood by him in all circumstances, underscoring his grief over the sudden loss. In memory of an employee - a faithful employee, Kwesi Atta, who died tragically in an unnecessary accident this week in the line of duty, I wish the other three affected persons speedy recoveries. According to reports, the president was not in the convoy at the time of the accident. On May 19, 2024, the presidency confirmed the accident and the identity of the deceased driver through an official statement.
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May 21, 2024 18:27 UTC
‘Should I feel frustrated and resign?’: The tale of Kissi Agyebeng as Special Prosecutor
Sworn in on August 5, 2021, Agyebeng succeeded Martin Amidu, who resigned on November 16, 2020. Nearly three years into his seven-year term, Agyebeng now faces an impeachment process spearheaded by his predecessor. Ghana not ready to fight corruptionAgyebeng’s tenure has been marred by his public remarks on Ghana’s readiness to combat corruption. Soldiering on with workDespite the impeachment cloud hanging over him, Agyebeng has recently made significant strides in fighting corruption. This investigation targeted ghost names and unwarranted salaries within the Ghana Education Service and Ghana Health Service, preventing further financial losses.
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May 21, 2024 11:51 UTC
Who told you the president asked OSP to resign? - Akufo-Addo’s lawyer 'tackles' Martin Kpebu
General News of Tuesday, 21 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comKow Essuman, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's lawyer, has chided private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu, regarding assertions about the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng. “I really hope that my learned friend, Martin Kpebu, did not make this statement. My presidency contacts informed me that Akufo-Addo asked Kissi to resign, but Kissi refused to leave. Additionally, a JoyNews report stated that President Akufo-Addo has submitted a petition to the Chief Justice seeking Kissi Agyebeng's removal as Special Prosecutor. Read the tweet below:I really hope that my learned friend, Martin Kpebu, did not make this statement.
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May 21, 2024 10:47 UTC
All The Corrupt Deals In Ghana Are Cooked At The Office Of The President – Franklin Cudjoe
The founder and president of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has given an explanation of why the creation of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has not had any significant impact on the fight against corruption in Ghana. He made the point that the country is failing in the fight against corruption because most of the corrupt deeds in the government start from the seat of government, the Office of the President. "Charity begins at home, and so fighting corruption should start at the Presidency because that is where all the crooked things are cooked. The petition, dated April 30, 2024, was presented to the president by the former Special Prosecutor, Martin Amidu, and was relayed to Justice Gertrude Torkonoo on May 6, 2024. Amidu was reported to have cited procurement irregularities in the acquisition of vehicles for the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and alleged misconduct involving judges and the administration of justice.
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May 20, 2024 19:00 UTC
The current generation has failed the youth woefully – Sir Sam Jonah
General News of Monday, 20 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Sir Sam Jonah, has said that the current leadership in the world has not provided adequate opportunities for the youth as it should have. Speaking at a graduation ceremony at Morgan State University in Baltimore, USA, Sir Jonah stated that the youth deserve to be listened to when they complain about the hardships they are grappling with. We have left you a world riddled with wars, famine, disease, racial and gender discrimination, and a multitude of problems. The chancellor further admonished the graduands to take active participation in political activities to transform the world with their knowledge and make impact. As you step into this world, I implore you to engage in the political processes of your countries.
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May 20, 2024 18:25 UTC
DRC army says it stopped attempted coup involving US citizens
Africa News of Monday, 20 May 2024Source: reuters.comThe leader of an attempted coup on Sunday in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been killed and some 50 people including three American citizens arrested, a spokesman for the Central African country's army told Reuters. Gunfire rang out around 4 a.m. in the capital Kinshasa, a Reuters reporter said. Armed men attacked the presidency in the city centre, according to spokesman Sylvain Ekenge. Ekenge also said one attacker was killed there. Ekenge named Christian Malanga, a U.S.-based Congolese politician, as the leader of the attempted coup.
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May 20, 2024 15:33 UTC
Two Togolese nationals arrested over voter registration fraud
Crime & Punishment of Monday, 20 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comIn an operation led by National Security, two Togolese nationals were detained in the Buem Constituency of the Oti Region's Jasikan District. The operation, based on intelligence reports, culminated in the arrests on Sunday, May 19, 2024, as reported by dailyguidenetwork.com. According to the Daily Guide, sources within National Security revealed that the individuals were allegedly transported into Ghana by members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to participate in the current voter registration drive. Upon the security forces' arrival, the majority of the group evaded capture, leaving only the two now in custody. The incident has prompted heightened police vigilance and sparked widespread concern regarding the integrity of the voter registration process.
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May 20, 2024 11:55 UTC
Have patience for me to also become president – Bawumia 'begs' Mahama
Politics of Monday, 20 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has appealed to his opponent, John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), to give him a chance to become president. Dr Bawumia pointed out that Mahama has previously served as vice president and president, so there is no urgency for him to seek the position at this time. The vice president argued that since both he and Mahama hail from the Northern Region, it would not be out of place if he (Mahama) agreed to wait for another four years to contest for president again. We are both from the north, and he has been president before, but I haven’t been president before, so I have told him (John Mahama) that he is my senior brother, and he should have patience for me, so I can also become president of this country. Meanwhile, Dr. Bawumia has yet to select his running mate for the NPP ticket in the upcoming general elections scheduled for December 7, 2024.
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May 20, 2024 11:55 UTC
A slippery slope if Ghana's second Special Prosecutor is removed from office - Amanda Clinton
General News of Sunday, 19 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comPrivate legal practitioner Amanda Clinton has reacted to a petition for the removal of Kissi Agyebeng as Special Prosecutor. The petitioner, Martin Amidu, has stated six grounds for removal of the current occupant of the Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP). A slippery slope with the potential removal of only the second Special Prosecutor in our country's history. * The Special Prosecutor provides four examples of cases when individuals were granted immunity from criminal inquiry and prosecution. A slippery slope with the potential removal of only the second Special Prosecutor in our country's history.
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May 19, 2024 05:17 UTC
FULL LIST: The 24 ministerial nominees of Akufo-Addo approved by Parliament
General News of Sunday, 19 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe list of 24 Ministerial and Deputy Ministerial Nominees of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo approved by Parliament include eight sector Ministers, two Regional Ministers and 14 Deputy Ministers. John Kobina Sanie, Deputy Minister for Energy17. Prince Hamidu Armah, Deputy Minister for Works and Housing19. Festus Awuah Kwofie, Deputy Minister for Employment and Labour21. Musah Abdul Aziz Ayaba, Deputy Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development23.
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May 19, 2024 04:43 UTC
Mahama pays courtesy call on Khalifa of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in London
Politics of Saturday, 18 May 2024Source: GNAFormer President John Dramani Mahama, flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has paid a courtesy call on the Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Mirza Masroor Ahmad. The call was during Mahama's recent visit to London. The former president, in a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency, said: “We had a wonderful conversation, and he fondly reminisced on his time living in Ghana”. He noted that Khalifa Ahmad also offered prayers for peaceful and successful elections in December. Let’s all work towards a peaceful and united Ghana,” Mr Mahama stated.
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May 18, 2024 20:20 UTC
Minority walks out during debate on approval of Akufo-Addo’s new ministerial appointees
General News of Friday, 17 May 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minority Caucus of Parliament staged a walkout during a debate in the House on the approval of new ministerial and deputy ministerial appointees of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, argued that his side could not take part in the decision to approve Akufo-Addo’s appointees. “Let the records reflect that the NDC majority process can’t be part of this approval process to further increase the size of this government. Mr. Speaker, let the record reflect. Mr. Speaker, we have counted their numbers already, and we know the numbers,” he said before leading his members out of the chamber.
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May 17, 2024 22:19 UTC
'Nonsense!' - Kweku Baako reacts to the petition to remove Kissi Agyebeng as SP
He expressed his bewilderment regarding the desire of some distinguished individuals in the nation to see Agyebeng ousted from the position of the Special Prosecutor, especially considering the obstacles he has encountered. A Facebook post by Professor Kwasi Prempeh, the Executive Director of the Centre for Democratic Governance (CDD), stated: “Petition to remove Special Prosecutor received by the President, forwarded expeditiously to CJ for further processing.”Responding to this post, Kweku Baako entered the comment section and succinctly stated, "Nonsense!" This comes after a JoyNews report indicated that a petition calling for the removal of Kissi Agyebeng as Special Prosecutor has been advanced by President Akufo-Addo to the Chief Justice. The petition, dated April 30, 2024, was presented to the president by the former Special Prosecutor, Martin Amidu, and was relayed to Justice Gertrude Torkonoo on May 6, 2024. Amidu was reported to have cited procurement irregularities in the acquisition of vehicles for the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and alleged misconduct involving judges and the administration of justice.
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May 17, 2024 17:22 UTC