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“We have fulfilled our promise to Muslims” – H.E Mahama

President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to supporting the Muslim community by fulfilling two key promises, extending the Eid al-Fitr holiday and significantly reducing the cost of the Hajj pilgrimage. He made this assertion at the Kintampo College of Health and …

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President Mahama assures nursing trainees of payment of allowance arrears

President John Dramani Mahama has assured nursing trainees across the country that all unpaid allowance arrears dating back to January 2025 will be fully settled. The President gave this reassurance on Wednesday during a community engagement at the Kintampo College of Health and Well-Being, as part of his nationwide thank-you …

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Techiman: GRA Manager promotes open dialogue, respectful service

The Bono East Regional Manager of the Techiman Taxpayer Service Center, Mr. Ekow Ampofo, says his office is committed to building a respectful, transparent, and helpful relationship with the public. He made this assertion while addressing taxpayers during the Tax and Good Governance Week celebration at Bonokyempem Hall. He emphasized …

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Lashibi Ramsar Site Manager denies extortion allegations

The Site Manager of the Lashibi Ramsar site under the Forestry Commission, Thomas Acquah, has strongly refuted claims that he is collecting money from property developers to allow construction on the flood-prone wetland area. In an interview with the media, the Site Manager clarified that his role on the site …

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President Mahama sets bold target to boost Ghana’s cocoa processing

President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, has announced an ambitious plan to increase Ghana’s domestic cocoa processing to 50% within the next four to five years, matching or even surpassing the current benchmark set by neighboring Côte d’Ivoire. Speaking during a presidential session at the 60th …

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Techiman Holy Family Hospital champions menstrual hygiene awareness with inclusive campaign

Techiman Holy Family Hospital has launched a week-long awareness campaign aimed at educating women and girls about the importance of menstrual hygiene. The initiative is in line with the celebrations of this year’s Menstrual Hygiene Day under the theme: “Together for a Period-Friendly World.” The campaign seeks to dispel myths …

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Health professional urges public to prioritize regular health checkups to combat hypertension

A health professional from the Public Health Department at the Techiman Holy Family Hospital, Phyllis Benewaa Amoayih, has called on the general public to prioritize regular health checkups, particularly in monitoring their blood pressure status. This call forms part of the hospital’s campaign dedicated to creating awareness about hypertension, which runs …

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President Mahama calls for reparative justice and continental unity in Africa Day 2025 address

President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, has issued a passionate call for global justice in his Africa Day 2025 address, urging the world to confront the long and painful legacy of slavery, colonialism, and neocolonialism through meaningful reparations. In his Africa Day 2025 message, President Mahama …

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Upper Manya MP calls for national effort to tackle Ghana’s sanitation crisis

The Member of Parliament for Upper Manya Krobo and a Member of Parliament’s Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources, Hon. Bismark Tetteh Nyarko, has called for a collective national effort to address the worsening sanitation situation across Ghana. Speaking on the Channel One Newsroom on Sunday May 25, Hon. Bismark Tetteh Nyarko …

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CEO of Shepherd Rod Foundation urges people with disabilities to embrace skills training for self-reliance

The Chief Executive Officer of Shepherd Rod Foundation, Dennis Adu Kwabena, has called on people living with disabilities to actively engage in skills training programs. He explained that acquiring knowledge and practical skills is essential for fostering independence and reducing reliance on others. The Shepherd Rod Foundation, known for supporting …

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