Audio By Carbonatix
The Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, disclosed that public tertiary institutions in the country will be weaned-off government’s payroll, but this decision has been rejected by stakeholders in the sector.
The Minority in Parliament has served notice that it will picket at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) to protest fees charged travellers for Covid-19 testing.
They describe the fees as illegal, unconscionable, and extortionist.
Parliament will soon make a determination on whether the embattled Member of Parliament for Assin North Constituency, James Gyakye Quayson, should continue holding himself out as such.
This comes after the Kwadaso MP, Kingsley Nyarko, requested the House to decide the fate of the MP who was present in the chamber during proceedings.
The build-up to Ghana vs Nigeria World Cup Qualifier match topped news stories this week.
Hannah Odame has the wrap.
Latest Stories
-
Ghana troop deployment to Jamaica and Benin triggers constitutional dispute over executive power
29 minutes -
Ghana ends 2025 in 4th place in Africa with highest debt to IMF
33 minutes -
Rethinking Presidential Tenure in Ghana, 4 years or 5? – Interrogating the CRC Report
51 minutes -
Ghanaian youth leader Ebenezer Martey appointed as member-at-large of ACSA Board
1 hour -
Detty December: A National Emergency Disguised as Enjoyment
1 hour -
Clear Asokwa–Ahodwo corridor by January 4 or risk eviction – Kumasi Mayor warns traders
2 hours -
Nearly 4k shark fins seized at Kotoka Airport in major wildlife trafficking bust
2 hours -
One year on, NDC recounts its mandate and promises results in Christmas message
2 hours -
PUWU issues ultimatum over illegal takeover of Ghana Water lands in Ashanti Region
2 hours -
No room for excuses – NDC vows to deliver fully on people’s mandate
2 hours -
GUTA calls for stronger enforcement to protect local retail trade
2 hours -
MTN Y’ello Ladies Network donates GH₵200K to Korle Bu Breast Cancer Unit, Breast Care International
2 hours -
Ghana Water Ltd assures public of improved supply during Christmas, New Year festivities
2 hours -
Youth must be critical consumers of political communication – Dr. Adutwum
2 hours -
Minerals Commission, Chamber of Mines call for responsible partnership as Ghana-China mining ties deepen
2 hours