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  NPP And NDC Playing "Chaskele"  With EC... Rev Dr Worlanyo Mensah Tensions between Ghana's Electoral Commission (EC), National Democratic Congress (NDC), and New Patriotic Party (NPP) have escalated over alleged discrepancies in the 2024 voter register. Rev Dr Samuel Worlanyo Mensah, vice presidential candidate for the All People's Congress (APC), economist and a lecture at Wisconsin university Accra, has warned that the NDC and NPP's actions during the limited voter registration and special transfer of vote exercise have compromised the register's integrity. "The two major parties were bussing people from their homes to registration centers, encouraging minors and foreigners to register," Dr. Worlanyo alleged. The NDC recently raised concerns upon receiving the provisional voters register, citing bloated electoral rolls in certain polling stations and alleged attempts by the EC to rig the December 7 polls in favor of the governing NPP. In res

NPP Government Shortchanges Cocoa Farmers: A Closer Look at the Discrepancies.... Twifo Atti-Morkwa NDC Communication Officer. In recent years, Ghana's cocoa farmers have faced significant disparities in the payments they receive for their hard work. A comparison of current cocoa pricing practices under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government with those from the era of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) highlights a troubling trend: farmers are being shortchanged, while the government profits disproportionately. As of today, the global market price for cocoa stands at $6,470 per ton. With an exchange rate of Ghc 16.35 to $1, this translates to Ghc 105,784.50 per ton in Ghanaian cedis. Given that one ton comprises 16 bags, this sets the price per bag at Ghc 6,611.00. However, the current government pays cocoa farmers only Ghc 3,000 per ton—just 45.39% of the total price—retaining the remaining 54.61%, or Ghc 3,609.52 per ton. In stark contrast, under the NDC government led by J

  Galamsey Fight: Government Must Tread Carefully to Avoid Judgement Debt -- Rev Dr. Worlanyo Mensah The Vice Presidential Candidate of the All Peoples Congress (APC) and renowned economist, Rev Dr. Worlanyo Mensah, has cautioned the government to exercise restraint in addressing illegal mining activities, popularly known as "galamsey." Dr. Mensah warned that hasty actions, driven by calls from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), could lead to substantial judgement debts. "Many Ghanaians are advocating for drastic measures, including 'shoot and kill' operations and burning excavators at galamsey sites, under the guise of executive directives, which lack legal backing," Dr. Mensah said. While acknowledging the need to stop illegal mining, Dr. Mensah emphasized that such actions must be grounded in law to achieve their intended purpose. "The government must not forget that foreign and local mining firms with prospective mining licenses from the Ministry o

  Sustainable Research Mentorship is the Best Model to Connect Academia to Industry.... Professor George Kofi Amoako A renowned and one of the top 3% leading marketing scholars in Africa, Professor George Kofi Amoako has stated that, "Sustainable Research Mentorship is the best model to connect Academia to Industry for national socioeconomic development and advancement" .  Sustainable Research Mentorship leads to synergies between academia and industry which has a resultant impact on innovation, knowledge sharing, advancement and collaboration across all the spectrum of national economy.  According to Professor George Amoako, a lot of students who complete postgraduate studies at the Doctoral and Master's level are unable to conduct top-notch research both in academia and industry largely due to lack of sustainable research mentorship model across almost all the Universities globally.  He said that, this huge gap has created a disconnection between knowledge acquisition a

  Sustainability of National Development Requires Upgrade, Reset, Restore & Restructuring...Razak Kojo Opoku. The current State of Ghana requires a combination of an Upgrade, Reset, Restore and Restructuring of all the sectors of the economy including majority of unprofitable, counterproductive and redundant policies and programmes.  Comprehensive sustainability of national development is achieved through continuous improvement of good policies coupled with Upgrade, Review, Reset and discontinue of policies. Some policies and programmes such as Free SHS Policy, One District One Factory, One Constituency One Ambulance, Digital Economy (Digitization & Digitalization), Roads & Infrastructure etc. called for an UPGRADE of such policies and programmes. Cronyism (appointment of large number of family & friends to serve in government), nepotism, favouritism, winner-takes-it-all, unnecessary undermining of private businesspersons, corruption, nuisance taxes (including E-levy),

  Top Notch NPP Members Defects to NDC At Assin Akropong-Wurakese Several members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) from Assin Akropong, Wurakese and it's environs in Assin Central constituency of the Central Region has defeated to the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Defected members which includes a former Assembly member of Assin Akropong electoral area in the person of Mr. Tweneboah Kodua, head of NPP Seria callers in the area and others top-notch NPP members in the area. Announcing their resignation on Saturday, 1st June 2024 at a launching of NDC vibrant pressure group who called itself "Eagle Eye Movement" at Assin Akropong, they explained that they viewed NDC as a party who has the needs of Ghanaians at heart and are democratic than the governing NPP administration.  Defected members assured the rank and file of the NDC of their total commitment, determination and dedication in working hard to ensure that a change was effected to bring development to the people

Mind Blowing Mansion of Mr. Frank Asante surfaces online A picture of multi million Mansion purported to be owned by Mr Frank Asante , the leader of a vibrant pressure group called "Eagle Eye movement" at Assin Akropong Assin Central constituency of the Central Region has surfaced online. 

  Pairing Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, the Current Education Minister, with Bawumia: A Winning Combination for Ghana's Transformation and NPP's Electoral Success in December 2024 The upcoming December 2024 elections in Ghana will play a crucial role in determining the country's future. As whispers of potential political alliances and partnerships circulate, one pairing that has caught the attention of many is between Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, the current Education Minister, and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. This dynamic duo holds immense potential to bring about significant changes to Ghana's education sector while bolstering the chances of success for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming elections.   The Visionary Leadership of Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum: Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum has proven himself to be an exemplary leader through his remarkable contributions as Ghana's Education Minister since February 2021. With an extensive background in education and a deep underst

Eagle Eye Movement Condemns Assin Central NPP Chairman Over His Venomous Utterances Against NDC PC In The constituency.  Leadership of a vibrant pressure group who call it's self "Eagle Eye movement" at Assin Akropong Assin Central constituency of the Central Region has expressed it's dissatisfaction about news going viral from the outfit of the Assin Central Constituency New Patriotic Party Chairman,  Attakora Amanianpong peddling lies and false allegations against the National Democratic Congress (NDC)parliamentary candidate, Hon. Nurein Shaibu Migyimah.  Addressing the media, the chairman for the group Mr. Oheneba Tutu Samuel emphasized that Chairman Attakorah on record described NDC parliamentary candidate (Hon. Nurein Shaibu Migyimah) as ' a madman ' in the viral video.  'Chairman Attakorah by this unsavory, venomous utterances has brought the image of NPP Assin Central into disrepute', Mr Oheneba Tutu said.  According to Mr Oheneba Tutu Samuel,

  Striking Teachers; We Are Not Going Back To Class Room Until Government Do The Needful... Western Region GNAT Chairman The strike by teachers in public basic and senior high schools is to be sustained until concerns about teachers conditions of service and other matters are addressed.  Western Regional chairman of Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) Mr Peter Obeng Nyamekye, in an interview on Takoradi based Radio station Fox fm 103.1 social morning show dubbed "Asɛm Bɛba Dɛbi" who asserted the position, have vowed not to return to the classroom.  Mr Nyamekye said meeting between the teachers and the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations to address the concerns is expected today. He says teachers are ready to put in enough work to make up for the lost time. He added however that "What will bring us back to the classroom will be when we have a memorandum of understanding indicating clearly a roadmap as to what they will do in terms of our demands." I

  AIR POLLUTION ITS EFFECTS AND SOLUTIONS; Dust From Untarred/Unpaved Roads Major Causes Of  Air Pollution.  Air pollution is contamination of the indoor or outdoor environment by any chemical, physical or biological agent that modifies the natural characteristics of the atmosphere. Road dust is a major cause of air pollution, releasing various types of particulate matter and  pollutants into the air, which can result in respiratory and cardiovascular issues.  The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that outdoor air pollution is responsible for around 4.2 million premature deaths worldwide each year, and road dust is a significant contributor to  this problem. The composition of road dust varies depending on local factors, including  climate, geography, and traffic patterns. However, common components of road dust include  soil, mineral dust, brake and tire wear, and other debris. These particles can range in size  from less than 2.5 micrometres(PM2.5) to less than 10 micrometres

PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS KEY TO ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION IN AFRICA- Alex Apau Dadey.    In a compelling speech delivered at the Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2024, Alex Dadey, Executive Chairman of the KGL Group of Companies, passionately emphasized the pivotal role that Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) play in Africa's economic transformation. Mr. Dadey highlighted how these partnerships can address key challenges and propel the continent towards sustainable development and prosperity. Alex Dadey, a renowned diasporan and entrepreneur commenced his address by emphasizing the significance of collaboration between the public and private sectors. He emphasized that both sectors possess unique strengths and capabilities that, when harnessed together, can drive economic growth and foster a conducive environment for investment and innovation. Public-Private Partnerships, he asserted, have the potential to unlock new opportunities and reshape the African economic landscape. He added, “

“I Will Make Agro-industry The Backbone Of Assin Central” — Mr Kwaddwo Baidoo Assures NPP Delegates An aspiring parliamentary hopeful for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Assin Central Constituency, Mr Eric Kwadwo Baidoo popularly known as "Brother"  has promised to transform the area into an agro-industrial enclave if he becomes the Member of Parliament (MP). Well known in the area as “Brother”, the enterprising businessman in his late 40s is optimistic about harnessing the natural resource endowments of the area to make agro-processing the economic backbone of the area. “Empowering the citizenry to improve their welfare is my ultimate satisfaction. Assin Central is the heart of Assin and I’m well determined to oxygenate it for the betterment of all. “The topmost priority of my vision is to build factories in our constituency endowed with rich resources such as coconut, palm oil, and sugar cane through value addition,” Mr. Baidoo told NPP delegates at a meeting in Assin

Order for Substituted Service Against Abii National Savings and Loans, Joseph Ato Hewton and Henry Howard Ankai The High Court of Kumasi has ordered a Substituted Service on the 16th of January, 2024 against the Abii National Savings and Loans and two of its employees namely Joseph Ato Hewton and Henry Howard Ankai. The order for Substituted Service was granted in relation with a Court case with Suit Number GJ2/57/2023. Joseph Ato Hewton and Henry Howard Ankai who are employees of Abii National Savings and Loans illegally withdrew a total amount of GHS 4, 748, 801.00 from the Accounts of Frank Adjei(alias Dr. Frank Awuah Adjei) with duplicates of about twenty-six forged Cheques leaflets for their private consumption without the knowledge, consent or authority or permission or approval by Dr. Frank Awuah Adjei. According to an investigation by the CID of Ashanti Regional Police Headquarters, Joseph Ato Hewton and Henry Howard Ankai admitted the commission of the offence of unlawfully wi

  SDA Church Do Not Have A Solid Case To Demand For The Change Of 7th December For 2024 Elections: Razak Kojo Opoku.  The current leadership of Seventh-Day Adventist Church DO NOT have any solid grounds to demand for the change of date for this year 2024 general election due to the following facts: In 1996, the general election was conducted on Saturday, 7th December. The SDA Church did not opposed to the date at that time. They fully voted on that day. In 2008, the general election was conducted on Sunday, 7th December.  All Christians who worship on Sundays fully voted on that day.  In 2012, the general election was conducted on Friday, 7th December.  All Muslims of the various Islamic Sects vote on that day.  2024 is NOT the first time a general election would be conducted by the Electoral Commission on Religious Worshipping Days. Moreover, Ghana is a Secular State not a Jewish State.

  The Honeymoon Period Saga : Razak Kojo Opoku Writes The campaign promise of using 100 days or less to fix challenges facing the Country has become noise in the ears of Ghanaians due to the lack of honesty and commitment on the part of Politicians over the years. A lot of things have gone wrong with the governance of this Country especially under the 4th Republic but sadly many people out of cowardice or due to their selfish interest have decided to remain mute or silence over national issues.  The NPP and NDC only embrace the Truth when it favours their political agenda but completely Reject and Fight same when it undermines their respective chances of winning and maintaining political power. In opposition, Politicians embrace the Truth but in power reject and fight it, and this dishonest attitude is one of the weaknesses of Ghana's democracy. The collective focus should rather be on Ghana First regardless of which party or President is in power. That's why H. E. Nana Akufo-A