Ernest Arhinful

3 days ago | myjoyonline.com | Ernest Arhinful

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has commenced the enforcement of its annual one-month ban on drumming and noise-making, beginning today, May 12, and set to end on June 12. The ban forms a key part of preparations for the Homowo Festival, a revered cultural celebration of the Ga people. In a statement issued and signed by the Head of Public Affairs, Gilbert Nii Ankrah, the AMA noted that the ban applies to all residents, communities, and institutions under its jurisdiction.

5 days ago | myjoyonline.com | Ernest Arhinful

A five-member committee appointed by President John Mahama, has delivered its report on the 2023 Akosombo Dam spillage, exposing critical lapses in Ghana’s disaster preparedness and response mechanisms. Chaired by senior officials from both the government and the Volta River Authority (VRA), the panel presented its findings on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, and urged immediate policy reforms to avert future catastrophes.

5 days ago | myjoyonline.com | Ernest Arhinful

Emmanuel Akwettey, Executive Director, Institute for Democratic Governance (IDEG), has urged a thorough investigation into the GH₵49 million disbursements alleged by former National Signals Bureau (NSB) boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme on Saturday, 10 May, Mr Akwettey stressed that the seriousness of the claims demands a prompt and transparent inquiry. “These are not mere rumours,” he said.

5 days ago | myjoyonline.com | Ernest Arhinful

High utilities and taxes could jeopardise the country’s economic stabilisation, government’s 24-hour economy initiative for jobs and industrialisation agenda, the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has cautioned. This comes on the back of a recent announcement of a 14.75 per cent increase in electricity tariff, effective May 3, 2025, and the Government’s indication of adding the COVID-19 levy to Value Added Tax (VAT) in a rationalisation exercise.

5 days ago | myjoyonline.com | Ernest Arhinful

Today's edition of Newsfile is delving into the GH₵49.1 million National Signals Bureau saga, highlighting former NSB boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene’s claim that the funds were disbursed to various entities, including Members of Parliament, an opposition party, and a special aide to President Mahama for vehicle purchasesThe programme will also examine President Mahama’s new Code of Conduct for government appointees, unveiled on 5 May 2025.