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This is why Ayariga is citing Afenyo-Markin for contempt of Parliament
The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has cited the Minority Leader for contempt of Parliament, and urged the Speaker of Parliament to refer him to the Privileges Committee to face possible appropriate sanctions, if found guilty, for defying a resolution passed by the House.
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August 6 helicopter incident: Poor visibility caused crash
The tragic crash of the Ghana Air Force Z9-EH helicopter on August 6, 2025, which claimed the lives of all eight persons on board, has been officially attributed to a sudden and severe weather phenomenon known as downdraft.
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Bridge partially collapses in southwest China, months after opening
Part of a recently opened bridge collapsed in China's southwestern province of Sichuan along a national highway linking the country's heartland with Tibet on Tuesday, local authorities said, but there were no reports of casualties.
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Majority Leader cites Minority Leader for contempt of Parliament
The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has cited the Minority Leader for contempt of Parliament and urged the Speaker to refer him to the Privileges Committee to face possible appropriate sanctions, if found guilty, for defying a resolution passed by the House.
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GTEC directs NaCCA deputy Director-General to cease using invalid SMC 'Dr' title
The campaign by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to ensure academic integrity has extended to the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) under the Ministry of Education, where the acting Deputy Director-General, Justice Ray Achoanya Ayam, has been directed to stop using an "invalid Dr" title obtained from the Swiss Management Center (SMC) University from Switzerland.
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There was no explosion before impact; aircraft exploded after impact - Committee report
Ghana’s Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau (AIB Ghana) has ruled out sabotage and mechanical failure in the August 6 Z-9 helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, concluding instead that the aircraft encountered a rare turbulence phenomenon over rugged terrain.
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Why the August 6 military helicopter went down – inside the official investigation report
The Z-9 helicopter accident on August 6, 2025, was caused by a sudden downdraft and poor weather conditions over hilly terrain in the Ashanti Region, the committee tasked with the investigations has said.
The accident claimed eight lives, including two cabinet ministers.
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Two killed in Toyota Voxy accident, six injured in Bechem–Techimantia road crash
Two people died after a road traffic accident at Kwasu, off the Bechem–Techimantia road in the Ahafo Region on Monday afternoon.
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Z-9 helicopter was in good condition to fly; There was poor visibility - Committee
The Z-9 helicopter involved in the August 6, 2025 accident that resulted in the death of eight people was in good condition to fly on the day of the accident. There was poor visibility in the area where the accident occurred, the committee tasked to investigate has said.
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No conflict of interest in my role as PAC chair – Abena Osei-Asare responds to A Plus’ removal petition
The Chairperson of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee of Parliament (PAC), Abena Osei-Asare, has said there was no conflict of interest in her role as alleged by the Gomoa Central Member of Parliament, Kwame Asare Obeng, also known as APlus.
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Trade Minister inaugurates GNPA, GITC Boards
The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has charged the Board of Ghana National Procurement Agency (GNPA) to drive the country's industrialisation agenda through effective procurement practices.
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BoG attributes economic rebound to disciplined reforms
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has described the country’s remarkable economic rebound as evidence that credibility, transparency and disciplined policy reforms can restore confidence and stability, even after a severe financial crisis.
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Yet another NSMQ heartache - Rodney Nkrumah-Boateng writes
I like to believe that I have quite a strong and resilient heart, but when it comes to the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) final involving my beloved Opoku Ware School, a certain sense of nervousness settles over me, and I find myself unable to watch the contest live, my confidence notwithstanding.
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Student Loan Trust Fund increases students loan by 50%
The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has increased the loan amounts disbursed to regular students by 50 per cent.
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Ghana signs 6th bilateral debt agreement with Germany
Ghana has signed a bilateral debt agreement with Germany, marking the sixth such agreement under the country’s ongoing debt restructuring programme.
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More Ghanaians visiting South Africa after visa waiver
The visa waiver agreement between Ghana and South Africa has triggered a remarkable surge in travel, with 38,521 Ghanaians visiting South Africa between April 2024 and March 2025, for tourism, business, and medical purposes.
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Ghana Publishing Company launches e-gazette platform to enhance service delivery
The Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) has launched an e-gazette platform aimed at making gazette services faster, more accessible and efficient for citizens both home and abroad.
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Courts will serve all fairly - CJ nominee pledges at vetting
“If confirmed, I will stand with every judge, staff, court user and citizen in the belief that access to justice should not depend on who you are or your connections,” Chief Justice (CJ) nominee, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has stated.
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Champion fight against environmental degradation - Acting Chief Justice to media practitioners
The acting Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has urged citizens, particularly those in the media, to use their platforms to elevate discourses on environmental protection, peace and security for national stability.
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Justice Baffoe-Bonnie: Ghana needs Judiciary that do not just interpret law, but capable of elevating conscience
Chief Justice nominee, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has pledged to renew the Judiciary’s brand by leading an administration that prioritises greater transparency, efficiency and accessibility.
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Asantehene to conclude Bawku conflict mediation session on December 1, 2025
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has scheduled a two-day meeting on November 30 and December 1, 2025, to conclude the mediation session of the Bawku chieftaincy conflict.
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President Mahama receives report on August 6 helicopter crash
The Acting Minister for Defence has led the Committee that investigated the August 6 helicopter crash to present their report and finding to the President John Dramani Mahama.
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Justice Baffoe-Bonnie on why he left Prisons Service for the love of his wife
Chief Justice nominee, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has revealed that he resigned from the Ghana Prison Service in 1990 to allow his wife to continue her career after authorities said he could not marry a junior officer.
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Justice Baffoe-Bonnie proposes holding presidential election in November to allow Supreme Court settle disputes before January 7 inauguration
Chief Justice nominee, Justice Paul Kwadwo Baffoe-Bonnie, has proposed holding Ghana’s presidential election earlier in November, preferably on the 7th or 8th, to give the Supreme Court adequate time to settle any election dispute before the swearing-in of a new president on January 7.
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Minority rejects CJ nominee Baffoe-Bonnie, boycotts vetting
The vetting of Chief Justice nominee Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie descended into heated partisan exchanges on Monday, culminating in a full walkout by the Minority members on the Appointments Committee.