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A concerned citizen and Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Ken Ashigbey, has raised serious allegations of grave desecration and illegal sale of burial spaces at the Osu Cemetery in the Greater Accra Region, calling on authorities to take immediate action to protect the sanctity of the site.According to Mr. Ashigbey, some miscreants are allegedly exhuming graves, discarding human remains, and reselling the same burial plots to unsuspecting families who have recently lost loved ones.He described the situation as deeply disturbing, unfair, and contrary to Ghanaian values and cultural norms.Mr Ashigbey expressed dissatisfaction with the management of…

The State Housing Company Limited(SHC) has officially launched its 24-hour premium and express service centre, marking a new era in affordable housing delivery.The company has over 300 housing units scheduled for completion this year, with a focus on high-quality and affordable homes.The initiative includes the redevelopment of the Kaneshi Estate, Kanda Estate, and Effiakuma Estate.Additionally, the company has completed affordable housing projects in Koforidua, Wa, and Tamale as part of its Greenfield efforts.Speaking at the launch, Managing Director, Dr. John Bawah, highlighted notable projects, including seven completed regional headquarters for the Ghana Immigration Service in Tamale, Damango, Cape Coast, Takoradi,…

The Member of Parliament for the Kpone–Katamanso Constituency in the Greater Accra Region, , has attributed the area’s persistent development challenges to rapid population growth coupled with inadequate infrastructure, describing the constituency as one of the most pressured in the country.Speaking in an interview on Class 91.3 FM, the MP cited data from the 2021 Population and Housing Census, which indicates that Kpone–Katamanso has an estimated population of about 417,000 people, making it the most populous single constituency in Ghana.He explained that while cities such as Kumasi and Tamale record higher population figures, they are divided into multiple constituencies, unlike…

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has clarified that its demolition exercises are not carried out with malicious intent but are aimed at protecting lives, communities, and the nation from preventable disasters.According to the Director of Inspectorate at NADMO, Mr. Amo Yartey, such actions are taken as a last resort to avert dangers, especially in disaster-prone areas.Speaking on the Si Wo Dan show on Accra-based CTV with host Afia Nkansah Asare, Mr. Yartey stressed that many of the affected structures are located in water-logged areas and waterways, which pose serious risks during heavy rains.He cautioned the public to be extremely…

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a strong and resilient armed forces despite current resource constraints, warning that Ghana’s security environment remains increasingly complex and volatile. Speaking at the Ghana Military Academy Graduation on Friday, January 30, President Mahama said commissioning new officers at a time of limited resources demonstrates the state’s determination to safeguard national security.“Commissioning officers in these times of limited resources underscores our resolve to maintain a capable and resilient armed forces to confront the security concerns of our time,” he said.He noted that Ghana and the wider sub-region continue to face…

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, has reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to creating a transparent and enabling environment for British investments that align with the region’s development priorities.Her assurance followed a high-level courtesy call by the British High Commissioner to Ghana, His Excellency Christian Rogg, at the Greater Accra Regional Co-ordinating Council, where discussions centred on strengthening bilateral cooperation at the regional level.Ghana travel guideIn a post after the meeting, the Minister described the engagement as a reflection of the enduring partnership between Ghana and the United Kingdom, noting that both sides explored practical ways the relationship could be leveraged…

A delegation from FT Global Investment Limited, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr Baba Issah, has paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister for Defence, Mr Ernest Brogya Genfi, at The Square in Accra, as part of engagements surrounding a major housing initiative for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).The delegation was received on behalf of the Deputy Defence Minister by the Acting Judge Advocate General of the Ghana Armed Forces, Brigadier General Benjamin Amoah-Boakye, together with directors from the Ministry of Defence.During the meeting, discussions focused on the planned construction of 10,000 housing units for personnel of the…

The Minister for Works, Housing, and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has announced significant progress in Ghana’s national flood control efforts, revealing that 90,000 cubic metres of sediment have been dredged from the Odaw Channel to improve drainage capacity and reduce flood risks.Ghana travel guideSpeaking on Wednesday, January 28, the Minister provided an update on the ministry’s interventions under the National Flood Control Programme, which spans 2020, 2023, and 2024, highlighting the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of drains across multiple regions as key measures to strengthen flood resilience.“These works have contributed significantly to improving the capacity of drainage systems, thereby…

The Ministry of Health has constituted a seven-member committee to investigate allegations of unethical medical practices at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) and the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge).In a statement signed by Spokesperson Tony Goodman, the Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to upholding ethical standards and restoring public confidence in Ghana’s healthcare system.The committee, chaired by Alhaji Dr. (Pharm) Inua Yusuf, Esq., Head and Director of Legal Affairs at the Ministry of Health, is tasked with conducting a comprehensive and independent inquiry into the alleged unethical practices at the two public health facilities.In addition, the committee is mandated to…

The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has signed a US$12.83 million grant agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to support feasibility studies for major projects under the government’s flagship ‘Big Push’ infrastructure programme.The funding will be used to undertake detailed feasibility studies for a proposed interchange at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra, the redevelopment of major markets across the country, and the establishment of Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones in selected regions.The markets earmarked for redevelopment include Agbogbloshie Market in Accra, Techiman Market in the Bono East Region, Sekondi Market in the Western Region, and Mankessim Market…