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Government free water policy extended to the end of the year
The government has extended its free water policy to the end of the year 2020.

The free water policy was necessiated by the outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ghana.

President Akufo-Addo in one of his address to the nation gave a three month free water and electricity supply to Ghanaians wich was extended for another three months.
A statement signed by the Minsiter for Sanitation and Natural Resources, Hon. Cecilia Abena Dapaah, on Wednesday, 23rd September 2020 has announced government’s plan to extend the free water policy to the end of the year.

An Excerpt Of The Statement Reads:

The general public is hereby informed that H.E, the President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo has extended the policy on ‘Free Water For All Ghanaians’ for another three months…
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September 23, 2020
Akuffo Addo begins distribution of 10,000 beds to public health facilities

A total of 10,000 hospital beds are to be distributed to all public health facilities across the country beginning this week under the Infrastructure for Poverty Eradication Programme (IPEP).

This according to President Akufo-Addo is aimed at reducing the “no bed syndrome” in the country’s public health space.

Speaking at a ceremony in Accra to officially begin the distribution exercise, President Akuffo Addo says the government has in the last three years implemented programmes and policies aimed at improving the health delivery system of the country.

Nana Akufo-Addo said it is always disconcerting to see patients being treated in wheelchairs, in plastic chairs, and even on the floors because of the unavailability of beds.

“Government’s determination to see an end to this no-bed syndrome has resulted in the decision to procure these hospital beds and their associated accessories for distribution across the country, to augment the existing numbers in the country,” the President said.

To this end, he stated that “in total, 1,500 pieces of critical care beds with overhead tables; two thousand 2,000 pieces of standard hospital beds with bedside lockers; 4,000 pieces health centre beds with bedside lockers; 1,000 pieces of children’s cot; and 1,500 pieces of delivery beds have been purchased”.

At the ceremony held at Burma Camp, where the beds are being housed, President Akufo-Addo stated that the beds, which are to be distributed to all 275 constituencies, are adjustable for better positioning of the patient’s head and feet.

He told the gathering that these beds will allow for better movement of patients, as well as a periodic change to the pressure points on the body, thereby, improving the patient’s blood circulation whilst she/he is in bed, adding that “they maximise comfort for patients who will use them for extended periods of time, and their customisable features will make it easy to adjust specific parts of the bed.”

Whilst urging users and hospital staff to take good care of these beds, which have come at significant cost to the taxpayer, President Akufo-Addo stressed that “with four (4) more years for Nana and the NPP, we will do more for you, because we are motivated by a vision of ensuring that the basic infrastructure in education, health and social services is equitably distributed throughout our nation, to provide relief and encouragement to all sectors of our society. That is how we build a united Ghana”.

Ghbase

September 23, 2020
“I’m worried about the political tension in the country” – Wanlov

As the political season takes shape, the tension in the country keeps rising and the worry of Ghana musician Wanlov the Kubolor is on the ascendency.

Speaking in an interview with Citi TV, Wanlov said aside the tense political atmosphere in the country which the politicians have created and fuelling, he does not think he will ever meddle in partisan politics.

According to him, should any party ever approach him to campaign for them, he will humbly decline the request.

The level of violence and political tension in the this country gets me very worried, he calmly said.

Several celebrities have thrown their weights behind their preferred political party, predominatly the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and National Democratic Congress (NDC).

After the manifesto launch by these two parties, their political actors have been at each other’s neck with an undying desire to sell their message to the citizenry and rubbish the promises of each other.

All these activities, when Wanlov the Kubolor thinks about, certainly gives him sleepless nights.

Ghbase

September 23, 2020
Thieves break into Osofo Kyiriabosom’s house; several items stolen

The house of the flagbearer of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Christian Kwabena Andrews, also known as Osofo Kyiriabosom, has come under the attack of some unidentifiable thieves.

According to him, these burglars broke into his Kumasi house on Monday, September 22, 2020, and made way with some household items.

Narrating how these theirves were able to gain access into his house, Osofo Kyiriabosom said his metal fence was hacksawed to pave way.

Then when they got to burglarproof window, it was also hacksawed and a gallon lying by was used as the pedestal to transport these thieves into his room.

Counting his losses, Osofo Kyiriabosom said his television seat and other electronic gadgets were stolen while his room was thoroughly ransacked and left in a mess.

According to him, he does not know the source of the attack but believes it may be influenced by his political aspiration.

Osofo Kyirabosom is looking forward to having the nod to lead Ghana in the upcoming December polls. Although his chances of winning is slim, he believes Ghanaians will vote in his favour.

Ghbase

September 23, 2020
Reduce sexual rounds- police advise

The Regional Commander of the Ghana police service, DCOP Afful Boakye Yiadom has urge police personal across the country to reduce their sexual activities run up to this years general election.
According to him, this will give members of the service the needed energy to undertake their activities around the up coming presidential and parliamentary election.

” Control yourself, we all need the energy to work during elections, therefore, I advise all of you to eat well, reduce your sexual rounds for you to get the energy work well before, during and after 2020 election”.

Also he said, ” as policeman, you are not suppose to involve yourself in any political activity. You can only do that when you enter the polling booth, there you can excercise your power “.
He was speaking after a route march organized by the police service to assure the public of its readiness ahead of the election.

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September 22, 2020
I’m Ready For You- Kennedy Tells NDC
Mr. Kennedy Ohene Agyapong the member of Parliament for Assin Central sent a warning to the opposition party( National Democratic Congress (NDC) that he is ready for what ever evil plot they have before the December elections.

According to Mr Kennedy, the National Democratic Congress has intent to pounce the citadel of the New Patriotic Party* (NPP)* in other To scare voters from coming in their numbers to vote.
Also, Mr Kennedy who was speaking on the seat show on Net2 tv disclosed that he is the leader of the campaign team of the New Patriotic Party in the Central Region and also the Central Region is their target and will not sit unresponsive to allow the NDC take over the region with violence.

“The National security minister is really working but he is not taking these NDC people seriously. They have planned to bring ammunition into the country to cause mayhem. They have targeted NPP citadels and they have added the central Region, where I’m the leader of the NPP campaign team.

But they cannot survive there because I’m ready for them. Tell them to come and they will come and meet me there. We have also device our strategies and if they try we will also meet them “
Mr Kennedy stated.

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September 22, 2020
MUSIGA Holds A Peace Project Media Launch
MUSIGA in collaboration with the Ghana Broadcasting Coperation and Peace Ambassador Ghana holds a National Peace Project Media Launch on 21st September, 2020 at the Ghana International Press Center.

Mr. Bright Quaye also known as Joe Wizzy, MUSIGA Greater Accra Organizer in an interview with Dikoder TV explains the main reason behind the Occasion. He said the Peace Conference launch Mark’s a day in collaboration with the musicians who had recorded the MUSIGA Greater Accra Peace Songs and also with the individual artists who recorded their own Peace Songs.

He further said, the Peace Project launch is basically to bring together musicians who had recorded Peace Song individually.

According to Joe Wizzy, those songs recorded are going to be joined together to be aired as an Advocacy Album to bring Peace before and after the upcoming elections and any other elections in the country.

Mr. Bright said, the National Peace Song has won an award which is the reason they are rallying behind the occasion and so to add all individual recorded song together.

“So tomorrow as in 21st September, 2020, we are having a MGA Nation Peace Project Media launch at GBC, zoning Gardens. So we entreat each and every peace loving citizen to be there to see how the day will go on, also to enjoy some performance from our good musicians we have at the union who have recorded these songs and are all advocating for peace as a Peace Ambassadors. ………. Thank You ” he pointed.
Dikoder.com
September 21, 2020
Summary of The President’s 17th Address Speech to the Nation

Nana Addo Danquah Akuffo Addo, the President of the Republic of Ghana has addressed Ghana the 17th time with updates on the deadly Covid 19.

The President of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Danquah Akuffo Addo has really been doing well when it comes to updating the Nation on covid19. Today happens to be the 17th Nation’s by the President. However, people are thinking this update is insignificant and unimportant since the major things needed to hear have been done already in the last update by the President. The article below will discuss a few of his speech excerpts.

President Akuffo in his speech has adviced Ghanaians to keep on eating and patronising the healthy Ghanaian food to remain healthy and boost immune system. Under that, the President also have discussed the drop in the number of covid 19 cases of the nation. He also encouraged us to be our own guards and protect ourselves. He further on spoke about a few number of covid 19 cases reported from the Kotoka International Airport.

The President also have congratulated the graduates of WASSCE and BECE despite the several criticisms. He has expressed his excitement and has pledged to even be the last person to even put the lives of the students into danger. He further on emphasised on the reopening of schools for the form 2 JHS and SHS students as well as continuing students of Colleges of Education.

He also talks about sports to begin soon . All sports including the Ghana Premier league and football is to begin on October 30th. Football training is to begin soon. All contact sports are allowed now especially Football.

Good news for us all because football is to begin soon. The stadium however is restricted in capacity. Only 25 percent of the capacity is to be used and all due protocols are to be taken. He says masks should be worn and players will be tested.

September 20, 2020
Ken Agyapong asks Supreme Court to halt contempt case against him

Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has petitioned the Supreme Court to halt a contempt proceeding initiated by the Accra High Court against him.

Kennedy Agyapong who was expected to appear before the Accra High Court on Monday to justify why he should not be punished for defaming a judge.

Agyapong’s lawyer stated that his client was not personally served with the initial writ of summons which was issued on September 9, 2020.

In a new twist of events, lawyers of Kennedy Agyapong have filed a judicial review application to the Supreme Court seeking to restrain the Accra High Court from hearing the contempt case brought against him.

The MP, amongst other things also wants the Supreme Court to reject as invalid, the order of summons for him to appear before the High Court.

In an affidavit, Kennedy Agyapong insisted that the court (Land Court 12) which summoned him has no jurisdiction over the case because his comments were against a different judge in a different case pending before Labour Court 2.

He said, he has since apologized to the judge in question and for his unruly behaviour, according to a report filed by Graphic Online.

Parts of his affidavit reads; “The words uttered which I deem uncomplimentary and I have since apologized were not directed at the Court, presided over by his Lordship Amos Wuntah Wuni, the Court is not seized with jurisdiction to order the applicant to appear and to answer why he should not be severely punished for contempt of court.”

Kennedy Agyapong was hauled before the law after he hurled some expletives at a judge who had granted an injunction against him over some land dispute. He accused the judge of being corrupt and promised to “face him.”

September 18, 2020
Weija residents living in fear after murder of unidentified woman

Residents in Weija a suburb of Accra are living in fear after the body of an unidentified woman was discovered in a bush.

The body was discovered by a man after incessant complaints about a foul stench in the community by residents.

“People have been complaining about a bad odour in the area for a while now. Someone traced the odour only to find out that someone had been killed and the body left to rot in the bush,” Assemblyman for the area, Ayitey Blankson told Starr FM Friday morning.

He added that “it appears, the incident occurred a week ago before the person was sent to find out, we couldn’t even bag the body.”

Ayitey Blankson further noted that the deceased has not been identified yet since she is not a known resident of the area.

He also urged landlords to properly get to know potential tenants before accommodating then as the Weija area has become a hideout for criminals.

“I have told landlords to always investigate their tenants before accepting them because some of them are robbers. As at now we do not know where the deceased is from, we have asked around the community but to no avail.”

The Assemblyman further called on Ghanaians to assist in identifying the deceased.

“I’m appealing to the public, if anyone’s daughter has been missing for the past two weeks, the person should come here and check.”

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September 18, 2020
Electing Of New National And Regional Executives (G.J.A.)

The Ghana Journalism Association has Schedule a new election date for National and Regional Executive Friday , November 13th 2020 general election .

September 29 ,2017 was the last election for the Ghana Journalist Association where new executive were inaugurated into office on November 17, 2017.The three-year tenure of the current National and Regional Executives.therefore expecting on Tuesday , November 17,2020.

The regional executive who would be elected into office would steer the affairs of the association for next three years . The General Secretary Mr. Kofi Yeboah stated,and Copied to the Ghana News Agency.

Nomination will be opened for the position of President at the national level. Vice president , General Secretary, National Organising Sector,Treasure and Public Affairs Officer.

Chairman position ,Vice Chairman , Secretary and Treasure in 16 regions and nominations would be also opened at the regional level ,Mr.Osei Kwadwo a private legal practitioner and lecturer at the Ghana Institute of Journalism has been appointed to conduct and supervise the elections.

In line with elections , September 30,2020 has been set as the cut off date for members in good standing ,who would be eligible to vote .

Dikoder.com

September 17, 2020
“We won’t legalise Okada Business”- Bawumia

The Vice President of the Republic Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has now clarified that the ruling government won’t legalize Okada operations. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) was in a panic mode moments after their main political rivals, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) promised to legalize Okada business as captured in their manifesto.

As a result, it came to light that the NPP was doing everything possible to legalize the operations of the motorcyclists to obviously score cheap political points.

However, Bawumia insists the movie is a risky one considering the nature of their work hence there will be no legalization whatsoever. He assured the riders of a better alternative of empowering them to purchase brand new cars assembled in the country so they engage in a safer business.

Dr. Bawumia said this on Thursday in Accra which saw VW and BlackIvy signed an MoU to embark on the production of affordable homes and affordable cars for the Ghanaian people.

Ghbase

September 17, 2020
If NPP Wins, I will Support my Husband in transformation- Empress Gifty Adorye Promises

Award winning Gospel musician, Empress Gifty Adorye says she is so far satisfied with government’s work for the Creative Arts industry however, there’s still room for more work to be done.

There have been mixed reactions among showbiz personalities especially after the New Patriotic Party (NPP) launched their 2020 manifesto a couple of weeks ago.

While some have chastised government for not fulfilling most of the promises made to the Arts industry in their 2016 manifesto, some have also commended them for a good job done.

One of such people is gospel singer Empress Gifty who in an interview with Hitz FM’s Noella Kharyne Yalley said save for a few qualms, she was generally satisfied with the NPP administration’s contributions to the Creative Arts industry.

“For me I will say yes, I’m satisfied but there’s more room for improvement. Three years has passed and what I would advise the government to do is to focus on the creative arts. We’re losing a lot.

“We’re losing our integrity, the love, the passion because, you put in so much money, but you don’t get it back. Now people don’t buy CD’s, streaming seems to be the ‘ish’ now, so we need a structure or system that will work for us, our royalties, and certain things that can push us”

She also prayed for the President to take another “look at our industry again, and see what he can do to support us. I think he promised the industry a whole lot of things and I’m really praying that with the few months left to elections, he can do something”.

Early last year, Empress Gifty married Hopeson Adorye, the Deputy Director for National Security under the NPP.

When asked what she will do in her capacity as the wife of a government official to influence government to help the Arts, she revealed that she plans to “use” her husband who is currently contesting as a parliamentary candidate in the Kpong Katamanso constituency as a means to bring the needed change in the industry.

“Now my husband is an NPP parliamentary candidate for Kpong Katamanso, and I’m hoping and praying that the people will give the mandate to my husband.

“I don’t want to promise, but if my husband wins I’m going to use him to bring a little change. And I’ll be a bit bias towards my gospel people. We’re suffering, it’s very hard to go to the studio, bring out an album and promote it.”

September 17, 2020
“NPP Gave Me a Sum of Money and a Car to Campaign for them”- Ayitey Powers

Ghanaian boxer, Ayittey Powers has alleged that he was approached by the incumbent NPP Government with a sum of GH¢100,000 and a car to campaign for them.

In a video which has gone viral on several social media platforms, Ayittey Powers disclosed that he was approached by the owner of Kenpong Travel and Tours to take GH¢100, 000 and a car to support the New Patriotic Party.

Ayittey Powers however made it clear that he rejected the money because he considered the plight of Ghanaians.

I was there when Kenpong called me that I will be given GHC 100,000 and a car to join the 2020 NPP campaign but I refused the gesture.”

“I refused it because I’ve seen such money before and I will not think of just my stomach, I have to think of the problems Ghanaians are currently facing under this administration.” he stated in the video.

Ayittey Powers said because he refused this gesture, his friend, Kenpong has decided not to give him any money but he is not worried about it because he believes he did the right thing.

Ghbase

September 17, 2020
PPP Will Abolish BECE, Says Brigette Dzogbenuku- Asaase Radio

The 2020 presidential candidate of the Progressive Peoples Party (PPP), Brigitte Dzogbenuku, has promised to abolish the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) when voted to power.

According to her, the PPP government will ensure that students are educated from Creche to Senior High School(SHS) without a break for exams.

In an exclusive interview with Citi News, Madam Dzogbenuku said examination should not be the determining factor for the academic success of a student in Ghana.

“We will abolish BECE because every child must be educated at least to the SHS level…If everybody is educated to the SHS level and at least can read and write, Ghana will have a different kind of society where people are more informed and are more empowered. Examinations are not the only way to check people.”
“There can be regular assessment of the school and of the systems of how the teachers are performing and then the exam becomes the ultimate. We can’t use only exams to test kids because that is not the best test of a school or an education system.”

She stressed o the fact that her government would ensure that the Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education (FCUBE) is implemented to increase access.

“We will implement Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education to its fullest because the enforcers of that policy haven’t done their work well and that is why we see students loitering around without doing anything. We must also hold parents accountable so we can have the proper checks and balances in the schools to know which student is absent and why such a student is not in school.”
“First of all the government sectors must work. The education sector must also work and work efficiently to have an inspectorate board to make sure students who ought to be in school are in school and at the right time.”

Madama Brigitte Dzogbenuku was chosen as the flagbearer of the PP after their founder Dr. Papa Kwesi Ndoum declined to lead the party into this year’s election.

Ghbase

September 16, 2020