Day: July 15, 2025

Sunyani: Some aggrieved commercial drivers in the Sunyani Municipality on Tuesday registered their displeasure on the implementation of the One-litre, GHCS1 fuel levy, threatening to lay down their tools or increase transport fares, if nothing is done about the levy. According to Ghana News Agency, Parliament approved the Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025, introducing a GHS1 levy on petroleum products to raise additional revenue to address the nation’s crippling energy sector debt and ensure stable power supply. The government’s proposed fuel levy is expected to take effect on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, after a brief postponement to allow for

Sunyani: The Sunyani Area office of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) has taken action to disconnect the power supply to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) main station in the Dormaa Municipality due to unpaid bills amounting to GHS4,600. In an effort to address outstanding debts, the company also halted power to the GNFS’s sub-station located at the Dormaa-Ahenkro bus terminal, which has an outstanding bill of GHS1,179. This move was part of a broader mass revenue mobilization and loss control exercise conducted in the Municipality. According to Ghana News Agency, the initiative also affected other households and public

Abor: The Ewe Loyalty Foundation, a non-governmental organization in the Volta Region, has showcased its dedication to social responsibility by making a significant donation to the ‘In My Father’s House Village Orphanage in the Keta Municipality. According to Ghana News Agency, the donation, valued at over GHC10,000, comprised essential items such as bags of rice, gallons of cooking oil, boxes of spaghetti and tin tomatoes, assorted drinks, packs of bottled and sachet water, detergents, toiletries, learning materials, as well as clothing and footwear. Mr. Julius Kukubor, the Founder of the Association, highlighted that the Foundation’s main objective is to provide

Mafi kumase: Mr. Dodzi Addison Mornyuie, the District Chief Executive (DCE) of Central Tongu, joined residents of Mafi Kumase in a community-wide clean-up exercise at the town’s central market as part of ongoing efforts to enhance public health and environmental hygiene in the District. According to Ghana News Agency, the exercise brought together a group of volunteers, including youth groups, community leaders, and local organizers, all working collaboratively to improve sanitation conditions in the area. Speaking after the exercise, Mr. Mornyuie expressed appreciation to the residents for their participation and commended the organizers for the initiative and coordination. He described

Accra: Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, has urged journalists to uphold wisdom and professionalism in their communication as contributors to national development. He advised media practitioners to avoid sensationalism and ensure their speech promotes national progress rather than inciting chaos. According to Ghana News Agency, Apostle Nyamekye made the remarks during a thanksgiving service held at the Church of Pentecost, Alajo Central Assembly, in honour of the newly elected leadership of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA). His sermon emphasised the importance of knowing what to say, when to say it, where to say it, and how

Accra: Ghana Link Network Services Ltd, the operator of the Integrated Customs Management Systems (ICUMS), has confirmed that all scanners at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) Cargo Village are fully operational. The company has refuted claims that the facility’s scanners were non-functional, leading to a dependency on sniffer dogs for detecting narcotics and contraband. According to Ghana News Agency, Ghana Link described the reports of non-functional scanners as “entirely false, misleading, and damaging.” Norvan Acquah-Hayford, Head of Public Relations at Ghana Link, emphasized that such misinformation could undermine public confidence in port and border security. The company also warned that these

Accra: Mr Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, Minister of Interior, has urged security personnel and the public to prioritise safety as a daily necessity and collective responsibility. He emphasized that safety and security must be a conscious decision and cultivated habit, embraced across homes, schools, roads, hospitals, and workplaces. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Muntaka made the remarks at the 2025 National Safety Awards organized by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) to honour personnel and civilians for outstanding contributions to fire safety. He noted that Ghana’s development depends on a robust safety framework and stressed the importance of matching investments