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Asere Mantse calls for peace ahead of elections
Nii Nikoi Olai Amashie III
The Paramount Chief of the Asere Traditional Area, Nii Nikoi Olai Amashie III, has called for the sustainability of peace and unity among the Ga communities ahead of the December general elections.
Speaking during the Homowo festival celebrations last Saturday at his Palace in Accra, the chief emphasised that peace and unity within communities were crucial in nation building.
Nii Nikoi Olai Amashie III advised that despite the differences within the Ga state, it was important to continue to uphold peace before and after the elections.
He stressed that peace was the foundation of development and progress, hence the need to maintain harmony within the communities.
The chief’s call for peace comes at a critical time, as the country prepares for general election.
“Peace is the backbone of our existence; without it, we cannot achieve our goals and aspirations,” he stressed.
He urged the people to prioritise peace and work towards maintaining unity, regardless of their political affiliations.
He added that as the country approached the general election, it was crucial to prioritise peace and unity in order to ensure a smooth and peaceful transition.
“By prioritising peace, the communities will be peaceful and ensure prosperous future for all,” he stressed.
The Homowo festival celebrations provided a platform for the chief to address the community and emphasise the significance of peace.
Source; healthline.com
By Michael D. Abayateye
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NPP is so hurt by my nomination – Sam George
The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, and Member of Parliament(MP) for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, says opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament (MPs) are hurt by his nomination.
The minister who was approved by the majority in Parliament yesterday in a Facebook post stated that “It is clear to me that the NPP is so hurt by my nomination as Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations and would stop at nothing to fight it.”
His post was in response to photos circulated on social media suggesting he was watching what appears to be nude content on his phone.
Mr. Sam George accused the NPP MPs of circulating fake photos with a false narration to tarnish his reputation, saying: “They have resorted to a smear campaign and cheap lies with fake photos.”
“After failing to mobilise their own Caucus in Parliament to vote against my nomination, they have resorted to smear campaign and cheap lies with fake photos,” he posted.
He concluded, “I can assure them that the days of misinformation and cheap fabricated lies are coming to an end. The Ministry would tighten regulations on such illegal conducts of misinformation and disinformation in the coming weeks and sanitise our media space.So help me God.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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New BoG governor can’t engage in official duties – Afenyo-Markin to Mahama
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo Markin has raised concerns over the assumption of official duties by Dr. Johnson Asiamah as Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG).
The former Deputy Governor was recently nominated by President John Dramani, on January 31, 2025, to serve as Governor, pending approval by the Council of State.
This follows a formal request by the current Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, to proceed on leave ahead of his retirement on March 31, 2025.
However, in a letter to President Mahama dated February 4, Minority Leader raised serious concerns with Dr. Asiamah’s assumption of office in the absence of the Council of State.
“Your Excellency, it is my considered view that Dr. Johnson Asiamah should refrain from engaging in official duties at the Bank of Ghana until his nomination has been duly approved by the Council of State. While awaiting confirmation, he can seek any necessary briefings outside the formal assumption of office,” the letter noted.
He added, “I trust that due attention will be given to this matter to uphold the integrity of our institutional processes.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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