Former Nigerian VP Atiku Abubakar attends son's wedding in Kumasi

Former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, his wife Titi, Governor of Adamawa State, Bindow and others, at the traditional wedding of Aminu Atiku Abubakar and Nana Akyiaa in Kumasi, Ghana.

An elated Atiku Abubakar shared photos from the ceremony on Twitter and said,  ”I’m now an in-law in Ghana! My son Aminu just completed his marriage rites.”

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We will not decide Kenichi's case in the media – Odotei

Chairman of Hearts of Oak strategy committee Vincent Odotei Sowah is tight lipped about the current developments in the club which has seen head coach Kenichi Yatsuhashi take to social media to disclose the details of his contract.

The facebook post by Kenichi has generated much interest across the length and breadth of the country.
However, Odotei has refused to be drawn into the conversation stating clearly that the situation is well under control with the interest of Hearts their paramount priority.
http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/SportsArchive/We-will-not-decide-Kenichi-s-case-in-the-media-Odotei-431872

NDC Communicator furious over Akufo-Addo, Bawumia 'empty promises' to farmers

Communications Director of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Solomon Nkansah is angry over what he says are empty promises by flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and his running mate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to improve the living conditions of farmers if they get the nod in November 7 elections.  read more >>
http://myjoyonline.com/politics/2016/April-19th/ndc-communications-director-furious-over-akufo-addo-bawumia-empty-promises-to-farmers.php

Take the 'payola' but play the song - Dr Who

One of the most respectable radio presenters of our time,Ebenezer Anderson aka Dr.who has cautioned radio presenters and Djs not to take payola from musicians without playing their song.

Dr.Who,who happens to be the host of the popular entertainment talk show,Hot and classic Showbiz review and host of ‘Hot Rush Hour’,a drive time show on Hot 93.9fm, was reacting to claims by former Daasebre Gyamenah’s manager,Papa Loggy that he dares radio personalities like Andy Dosty,Dj Black,Kwame Adinkra ,MikiDarling,Dr.Pounds to deny ever taken payola.
http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Take-the-payola-but-play-the-song-Dr-Who-431865

NDC plotting to assasinate Konadu Rawlings - NDP

The Director of Operations of the National Democratic Party (NDP) has alleged that the ruling National Democratic Congress has planned to assassinate the former First Lady and founder of the opposition party, Nana Kondau Agyemang Rawlings.

Joseph Bediako made the allegation when speaking with Kwame Tutu on Rainbow Radio on Monday morning.

He said, "The NDC wants to assassinate Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings. They have plotted to kill the former First Lady.''
http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/NDC-plotting-to-assasinate-Konadu-Rawlings-NDP-431803

Leicester's Jamie Vardy charged by Football Association over dismissal

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy faces an extended ban during the Premier League title run-in after being charged with improper conduct by the Football Association.

Vardy, 29, remonstrated with referee Jon Moss after he was shown a red card in Sunday's 2-2 draw with West Ham.

The FA has also charged Leicester with failing to control their players after West Ham won an 83rd-minute penalty.

Vardy and Leicester have until 18:00 BST on Thursday to respond.

http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/36075748

Letter from Africa: Ghana's exam cheat scandal

In our series of letters from African journalists, Ghanaian writer Elizabeth Ohene looks at the novel ways that schoolchildren cheat during exams.

While the whole world has been focusing on the Panama Papers leak, we have been engulfed in our own local leaks here in Ghana. Not of the secret offshore accounts kind but of the examinations kind.

We are in the midst of what seems to be a regular embarrassing crisis. This year, just like the year before, there are reports that the questions for the West African Senior School Certificate exams have leaked.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-36045607

Armed Forces urged to publish report exonerating 23 military men in fatal Kasoa shooting

The Bureau of Public Safety, an NGO, has asked the Ghana Armed Forces to make public details of an inquiry that recently cleared 23 military officers in a fatal shooting incident last year.

Executive Director of the non-profit organisation, Nana Yaw Akwada, says making the report public would preempt possible social, political and economic consequences of the unfortunate incident that claimed one life.

- See more at: http://myjoyonline.com/news/2016/April-19th/armed-forces-urged-to-publish-report-exonerating-23-military-men-in-fatal-kasoa-shooting.php

Ecuador earthquake: At least 413 people confirmed dead

At least 413 people are now known to have died in the earthquake that struck Ecuador, the country's government says.

The 7.8-magnitude quake struck Ecuador's Pacific coast on Saturday, and the search for survivors continues.

The cost of rebuilding is likely to be in the billions of dollars, President Rafael Correa said during a visit to the worst-affected region.

He said it was the biggest tragedy to hit Ecuador in the past seven decades. Some 2,500 people were injured.

see more >> http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-36079014

Brazil's President Dilma Rousseff says she is "outraged" at attempts to impeach her and has a clear conscience.

Speaking after the lower house of Congress voted to begin impeachment proceedings against her, she said she had done nothing wrong.She is accused of manipulating government accounts, which she denies.Speaking calmly and in a measured way, she said she would fight "the injustice" she was facing and would not bow to pressure. 

Read more>> http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-36076737

Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South Constituency, Samuel Atta Akyea has urged the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) to sue Ecobank over an amount of GHC82,595 which was “illegally” paid as salaries to cashiers of the bank in 2011.
Read more >> http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Sue-Ecobank-for-the-illegal-GHC82-595-plus-interest-Atta-Akyea-431867

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MSc./MPhil in Public Health Nutrition - Apply Now!

GRADUATE SCHOOL

ADMISSIONS OF CANDIDATES TO GRADUATE PROGRAMMES

2016/2017 ACADEMIC YEAR

Application forms for admission to graduate programmes in the Graduate School of the University for Development Studies (UDS) will be available online atwww.uds.edu.gh from Friday, April 15, 2016 for first and second degree holders from recognized Universities/institutions.

The following graduate programmes (Modular would be offered by the University for the 2016/2017 academic year:

SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY NUTRITION

• MSc./MPhil in Public Health Nutrition (Modular)

The School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS) is introducing a new graduate programme in Public Health Nutrition (PHN) during the 2016/2017 academic year. The programme is intended for individuals with an interest in specializing as Public Health Nutrition Scientists.

The MPhil PHNprogramme aims to produce a cadre of practitioners and health personnel for teaching and research in academic institutions and for positions of professional leadership in health and health-related agencies where research is an important function. The MSc PHN graduates will be equipped to advocate better health through diet and nutrition, promote health and reduce the risk of diet-related diseases through educational and environmental approaches to improve nutrition and physical activity.

All prospective applicants are expected to hold a relevant degree from a recognized University. The minimum requirements for admission into the MSc programme would be a good first degree or its equivalent of at least, a Second Class (Lower Division) honours in the Biological Sciences such as Nutrition, Biochemistry, Physiology, etc.

MPhil applicants are expected to hold bachelor's degree at least a Second Class (Upper Division) in Nutrition or an appropriate area in the Biological Sciences. In addition, applicants should submit a good concept paper/proposal on a relevant and competitive research topic.

The MSc programme covers 16 months duration whilst the MPhil takes two (2) academic years to complete.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

General entry requirements

All applicants to our full-time and sandwich graduate programmes are required to pass a selection interview to be conducted by the relevant Department of the University.

Applicants applying for research related programmes (M.Sc. by research/M.Phil.) should include a short research proposal.

MODE OF APPLICATION

All Ghanaian and foreign applicants for the 2016/2017 academic year admissions are required to use the UDS online application portal. The procedure for the online application process is as follows:

i. Make a payment of GHS 200.00 (Two Hundred Ghana Cedis) in the case of Ghanaian applicants, and USD 150.00 (One Hundred and Fifty United States Dollars) for Foreign applicants, for the UDS E-Voucher at any of the following banks:

For Ghanaian Applicants; Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) , Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank, Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), Stanbic Bank and Ecobank branches throughout the country.

For Foreign Applicants; GT Bank , Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank, Stanbic Bank and Ecobank branches throughout the country.

ii. The E-Voucher contains the Pin, and Serial Number required in completing the online form.

iii. Access the online form by visiting our online admissions portal at www.uds.edu.gh/apply soon after payment.

iv. In completing the online form, students will be required to upload their most recent passport size photographs with white background and relevant certificates

v. A completed form is not considered until it is SUBMITTED

vi. Applicants are advised to check thoroughly all details entered before finally submitting their online applications. A form, once submitted, can be viewed, but cannot be edited.

vii. Applicants must print out three copies of the application summary; attach results slips,certificates and all other relevant documents to each form. Three reference letters are also required (at least, two of the referees should be familiar with applicants’ academic work).

viii. Candidates are strongly advised to visit any EMS Office in the Country for assistance towards the return of the application documents (see vii). Applicants are advised not to post the forms themselves. They should seek the advice and services of Ghana Post EMS.

ix. The application documents as specified in (vii) above should be addressed to:

The Senior Assistant Registrar

Academic & Students’ Affairs

University for Development Studies

P.O Box TL 1350

Tamale

Closing Date

Closing date for application is May 31, 2016. Candidates should note that no applications will be accepted after this date (May 31, 2016).

Enquiries

For further enquiries, contact the UDS Graduate School by email: graduateschool@uds.edu.gh or Academic Affairs: academicaffairs@uds.edu.gh;

REGISTRARMSc./MPhil in Public Health Nutrition - Apply Now!

African Leadership Lectures - 4th Edition by His Excellency Hifikepunye Lucas Pohamba (Former President of the Republic of Namibia)

African Leadership Lectures - 4th Edition by His Excellency Hifikepunye Lucas Pohamba (Former President of the Republic of Namibia)

I will not kiss in movies - Pusher

Celebrated Ghanaian actor Adjetey Anang aka Pusher who earned his popularity in ‘Things We Do for Love” TV series has spoken about his resolve not to kiss any woman in a movie again.

While making the revelation on Accra 100.5 FM on their entertainment show dubbed Entertainment Capital, he explained that the decision is what he has made a long time ago but is yet to be believed by his female actresses who have continued to make several attempts to kiss him during rehearsals. 

I will not kiss in movies - Pusher

Ghana's Gold Enriching Only Foreigners – Nduom

Ghana's Gold Enriching Only Foreigners – Nduom
The founder and leader of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom, has criticised the leaders of Ghana for creating avenues that enrich foreigners at the expense of Ghanaians, as far as the country's rich mineral resources are concerned.

Dr Nduom believes the country is blessed with several natural resources, which should elevate the status of Ghanaians from poverty through proper management, but the situation has remained so due to bad leadership.

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Black Queens receive outstanding bonuses of $6,000

Players of the Black Queens team have received their outstanding bonuses of $6,000. Ghanasportsonline.com can confirm. Each member of the team received a cheque for the said amount after their 4-0 thrashing over Tunisia in the Africa Women’s Championship qualifier on Tuesday. Coach Yusif Basigi’s side were owed by the government after securing a win against Zimbabwe in an Olympic Games qualifier. The team which will be participating in this year’s Women’s Championship in Cameroon finally got some relief after receiving their outstanding windfall. "Certainly, this is a pleasant surprise and we're happy about it. But our joy will be complete when the rest of the bonuses, including our double victory over Tunisia, are paid," captain Mercy Myles said. Sports Minister Hon. Nii Lantey Vanderpuje also promised the team will receive further payment of their win against Tunisia before they embark for the Championship later this year.

Source: ghanasportsonline.com

Black Queens receive outstanding bonuses of $6,000

Ghanaian Victoria Kwakwa gets top World Bank job

World Bank Group President, Jim Yong Kim, has appointed Dr Victoria Kwakwa as the new Regional Vice President for East Asia and Pacific, effective Thursday April 14.

Ghanaian Victoria Kwakwa gets top World Bank job

Ghanaian Victoria Kwakwa gets top World Bank job

World Bank Group President, Jim Yong Kim, has appointed Dr Victoria Kwakwa as the new Regional Vice President for East Asia and Pacific, effective Thursday April 14.

Ghanaian Victoria Kwakwa gets top World Bank job

Smartyys saga: “I am happy about” high court’s ruling – Ametor Quarmyne

Communication Consultant at the National Health Authority, Eric Ametor Quarmyne has praised the High Court ruling ordering the Transport Ministry to give all relevant documents on the bus branding to the Citizen Ghana Movement.
Smartyys saga: “I am happy about” high court’s ruling – Ametor Quarmyne

JB Danquah's Wife And Children Bid Final Farewell

http://elections.peacefmonline.com/pages/politics/201604/276367.php

Akufo-Addo commends Mahama

http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Akufo-Addo-commends-Mahama-431415

Chronic Under-Nutrition In Children Must Be Addressed - Minister

Chronic Under-Nutrition In Children Must Be Addressed - Minister

Mr Albert Abongo, the Upper East Regional Minister, said if the chronic under-nutrition in children was not addressed in good time, it would affect the country’s economic productivity in future. It is estimated by health experts that between 2011 and 2020 Ghana would lose 720 million cedis through decreased productivity caused by current rates of stunted or chronic under-nutrition. The Northern, Upper East and Upper West regions are the most affected when it comes to stunting children. Mr Abongo said this in a speech read by the Deputy Regional Minister, Dr Robert Kugnab-Lam, at the launch of an Advocacy Video Documentary on Stunting, produced by the Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING-Ghana) project in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) in Bolgatanga.       Mr Abongo said available statistics showed that one out of three children in northern Ghana was stunted and many children were not growing due to inadequate nutrient intake within the first 1000 days of life.       “This affects the child’s ability to grow normally both physically and mentally. When this happens the children suffer later in life in terms of school performance and economic productivity. This consequently affects our ability as a country to have productive citizens,” the Minister said.         He said stunting and anaemia were the major cause of maternal and infant deaths in Ghana and called on the stakeholders, particularly the traditional and religious leaders, to join the crusade in ending malnutrition among children and women.    Mr Abongo commended USAID for the project and said the Government, through its social protection schemes such as the Livelihood Empowerment Programme, was also contributing to the reduction of malnutrition among some deprived communities in the country. Dr Kofi Issah, the Upper East Regional Director of the GHS, said although the region had chalked some successes by the World Health Organisation’s standards, the classification of all the nutrition indicators were still poor.      Dr Issah schooled the stakeholders on health and nutrition saying the two were not the preserve of the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and urged all stakeholders, particularly family heads, to provide the nutritional needs of their families. The Deputy Chief of SPRING-Ghana, Mr Babajidi Adebisi, said even though there were nearly 800 million people who were chronically undernourished with approximately 150 under five years of age being stunted, the United Nations and other partners including the USAID  could contribute to mitigate the trend. He said the SPRING-Ghana project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), had been working in the Northern and Upper East regions since 2014 focusing on anaemia reduction, infant nutrition, water, hygiene, sanitation, social and communication change behaviour.  The Advocacy Video Documentary, which included stakeholders such as traditional and religious leaders, women, youth and opinion leaders, was aimed at stimulating the stakeholders to initiate actions within their respective communities towards addressing the prevalence of stunting and anemia in northern Ghana.

Source: GNA

STATEMENT: T.B Joshua's Terror Prophecy...Police On The Alert!

The Ghana Police Service wishes to urge the general public to remain calm in the wake of terrorist attack prophesy by the founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations, Prophet T.B. Joshua.

Consequently, the Police Administration hereby assures the public that the security agencies have jointly put adequate measures in place to forestall any terrorist attacks or disturbances. All the requisite operational strategies, including intelligence gathering and tactical deployment of personnel have been unfolded to nib any breach of the peace in the bud.

In view of this, the Police is seeking the co-operation of the general public in the fight against the scourge of terrorism and other violent crimes. The public is, therefore, implored to bear with the Police any inconveniences efforts to deal with the situation may cause.

Meanwhile, members of the public are also entreated to be vigilant, and report any suspicious parcels or items left at public places and other vantage points, or questionable characters to the Police for the necessary action.

The Police can be reached on the following emergency lines in case of any information relevant to crime combat: 

MTN and Vodafone Shortcode -  18555

All Networks       -  191 or 0302773906

Once again the Police wishes to assure the public that we are on top of the security situation in the country.

STATEMENT: T.B Joshua's Terror Prophecy...Police On The Alert!