Author: Nene Odompleh

Ghanaian media personality, Berla Mundi has added another feather to her cap by signing a brand ambassadorial deal with Pay Angel, a wholly Ghanaian-owned money transfer company.  Berla Mundi took to her Instagram to announce the deal “Signed. Sealed. Delivered. Your Angel is here to provide you with the only App that is truly developed for Africans, the PAYANGEL APP.” In her announcement, Berla Mundi highlighted the features of the Pay Angel app, emphasizing its convenience and user-friendly interface.  The App allows users to send money to individuals and businesses, with the added benefits of speedy transfers, no fees, and…

The Vice President and flag bearer for the New Patriotic Party(NPP), Dr. Mamudu Bawumia has said when he’s voted into power in the 2024 election, his administration will simplify the complicated tax systems and VAT regimes.  He made this statement on Wednesday, 7th February 2023 at the UPSA auditorium while speaking for the first time after being elected as the flag bearer for the New Patriotic Party, He stated that his administration would introduce a tax amnesty, the exemption of tax payments for years, and forgoing penalties for individuals and business failures to file taxes in previous years.  “To start…

A federal appeals court on Tuesday 6 February, 2024 in a striking fifty seven (57) page- unanimous opinion denied Former President Donald Trump of Presidential immunity. Former President Donald Trump had said he was immune of all the charges levelled against him which fell within his tenure of office as President. Donald Trump’s lawyer stood by the fact that a president who is not convicted for impeachment by the Congress must be able to claim presidential immunity. Although the former president was impeached by the House of Representatives, he was never convicted by the Senate. But the panel of three…

Ghanaians received the sad news of the passing of Christian Atsu, a player of the Senior National Soccer team as he became a victim of the massive earthquake that hit Turkey on 6th February, 2023. The former Newcastle football club sensation and Ghanaian footballer died after he had played for his new club Hatayspor and scored a last minute win for the team.Even after a year, his death still brings grief to the football world and fans. Christian Atsu played for the Newscastle United Football Club between 2016 and 2021, making one hundred and twenty-one (121) appearances before exiting to…

Leader of the Movement For Change, Alan Kyerematen, has voiced serious concerns about the leadership of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). Kyerematen boldly stated that Dr. Bawumia appears fatigued and lacks fresh ideas for Ghana’s progress, marking a significant critique of the current political landscape. Alan’s criticism is not without precedent, as he has previously questioned Dr. Bawumia’s leadership during their collaboration on the government’s Economic Management Team (EMT) for nearly six years. The former Trade Minister expressed his doubts about the Vice President’s ability to bring innovative solutions to the nation’s…

  The 8th Parliament will commence its First Meeting of the Fourth Session today, 10th February, 2024 with a robust agenda after the House took a break on the 22nd of December, 2023. The House is scheduled to convene promptly at 10:00am, as the session is poised to address a multitude of critical issues facing the nation A comprehensive line up of 82 bills is anticipated to be presented to the House as Parliament aims to tackle a wide array of topics ranging from consumer protection to infrastructure development. Among them are; Aged Persons Bill, 2023, Advertising Council Bill, 2023, Consumer Protection…

The Lead Facilitator of the Duo Concept Foundation, Madam Kate Addo has called for equal opportunities to be afforded to all Ghanaian children across the country. This is to ensure social balance and equality at every level. Speaking during a donation exercise undertaken to mark the 15th birthday celebration of Penin and Kakra Acheampong both co- founders of the Duo Concept Foundation at the Great Mission International orphanage in Accra. Appealing to charity organizations, Ms Addo urged them to complement the efforts of governments by ensuring an equal balance and access to basic essentials which some deprived children have no…

Award winning media personality and Broadcast Journalist, Berla Mundi has been announced as host of the second edition of the African Grammy Nominees brunch. The broadcaster who has for steadily established herself as a global media brand, will make her second appearance at the Nominee Brunch this Saturday, the 3rd of February, 2024 at Spring Place, Beverly Hills, USA. Her refined communication skills has won her the accolades and landed her on some of the biggest stages, from the recently held Africa Prosperity Awards and Presidential Gala, and  Global Citizen in Ghana as well as France in 2023. She reposted…

Ghana Football Association has relieved coach Chris Hughton of his duties following the Black Stars elimination from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations group stage.  The Black Stars secured two points in Group B, drawing 2-2 with Egypt and Mozambique, and suffering a 2-1 defeat to Cape Verde in their opening match.  Despite initial aspirations to advance as one of the best-ranked third-placed teams, Ghana’s hopes were dashed on Tuesday due to unfavorable results. Hughton, who took on the role of Ghana’s head coach in February the previous year, is no longer at the helm. Chris Hughton has been relieved…

Ghanaian Journalist, Patrick Osei-Agyeman popularly known as Countryman Songo has reacted to Ghana’s disappointing performance at the team’s final Group match at the ongoing African Cup of Nations. According to the opinionated Journalist, the Coach of the team, Chris Hughton is the least of Ghana’s problems, stating that the entire Ghana Football Association needs a general overhaul.  He further chastised the Sports Minister over the non-performance of the team stating that he is not fit for purpose, stating the current New Patriotic Party Government should be voted out of office for the NDC to take over, and subsequently disband the…