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NMC inaugurates New Times Corporation board
The new board of the New Times Corporation (NTC) has been inaugurated with a call for harmony.
The beautiful ceremony took place at the forecourt of the NTC in Accra on Monday, August 19, 2024.
The new board is chaired by former Vice Chancellor of the University of Media, Art and Communication(UNIMAC), Professor Kwamena Kwansah-Aidoo.
Other members are Mr. Kwesi Adjei Kersi, Dr. Theresa Larteley Adu, Ambassador Lawrence Roland Satuh, Dr. Charity Binka, Mr. Julio De-Medeiros Esq.,Mr. Samuel S Sarfo, Mr. Abdul Moomin Gbana and the Managing Director, Mr. Martin Adu Owusu.
This was in accordance with article 168 of the Constitution and section 2(1) (e) of the Commission Act, 1993 (Act 449), in consultation with the President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Addressing the ceremony, the Chairman of the National Media Commission, Mr.Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafo charged the board, management and staff to work in harmony.
According to him, a cordial working relationship would go a long way to positively impact the prospects of the Corporation.
He urged the new board to help the management achieve their set targets, particularly, the acquisition of a new Web offset printing machine.
Mr.Ayeboafo the composition of the new board was to ensure they satisfied the varied skill set needed for the betterment of the Corporation.
The New Board Chairman, Prof.Kwamena Kwansah-Aidoo, expressed appreciation to the NMC for an opportunity to serve the nation in this capacity.
Prof.Kwansah-Aidoo was optimistic that the members on the board would help him champion the set objectives for NTC.
He urged Management and Staff to offer them the necessary support within the period.
The Managing Director of NTC, Mr.Martin Adu Owusu congratulated and welcomed the new board.
He said regardless of the challenges NTC has made some strides and was optimistic that with support of the board the fortunes of the Corporation will even be brighter.
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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Bagbin lifts suspension of four MPs
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has lifted the suspension of four Members of Parliament (MPs) who were suspended after a clash during the vetting session on Thursday, January 30, 2025.
The altercation occurred between Minority and Majority MPs, escalating tensions in Parliament. The disagreement reached a peak after the suspension of the four MPs, triggering a debate over whether the vetting should proceed on January 31, 2025.
Following the suspension, the Minority MPs walked out, leaving only the Majority to continue with the vetting of nominees, including that of MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who had already undergone several hours of questioning by the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
The lifting of the suspension comes after a review of the incident. The four MPs – Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Jerry Ahmed Shaib and Alhassan Tampuli – are now expected to resume their parliamentary duties as normal. The move seeks to restore order in Parliament following the disruptions.
This was after both the majority leader and minority leader appealed to the Speaker of Parliament to lift the ban on the four MPs.
Alban Bagbin said, “So I have lifted the suspension order. I do so instantly and takes effect immediately. The affected Hon. Members are permitted now to enter the precincts of the house. I must say they actually complied with the orders.”
He assured that the investigations will continue, and the House will have the opportunity to make a decision.
He commended the security agencies for their support.
Source : Citinewsroom.com
