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29 May•5 min read
The Politics Of Lies And Deception: Dishonesty Ghanaians Must Not Encourage
Summary
Are Ghanaian politicians relying on lies to win elections - and is the electorate too gullible to see through it?
Ghana's political landscape is seeing a shift towards lies and deception, with the NDC and NPP often employing strategies that prioritize winning over truth. This raises questions about the kind of democracy Ghanaians want - and the steps needed to ensure honesty.
6 Jul•4 min read
Ukraine warns of interceptor missile shortage as 18 killed in Kyiv region
Summary
A critical shortage of interceptor missiles has left Ukraine's capital exposed to a barrage of Russian ballistic missiles, raising urgent questions
Ukraine's Air Force is facing a critical shortage of interceptor missiles, leaving its capital vulnerable to Russian ballistic missile attacks. This
18 Jul•5 min read
NAIMOS Dismantles Armed Galamsey Site at Ahwiren Headwaters
Summary
NAIMOS task force destroys six excavators and seizes firearms during an intelligence-led raid on an illegal mining opera
NAIMOS task force destroys six excavators and seizes firearms during an intelligence-led raid on an illegal mining operation polluting the Subin
18 Mar•3 min read
'Our own people are involved in galamsey' - President Mahama admits
Summary
Why does President Mahama think 'our own people' are so deeply entrenched in the illegal mining crisis?
President Mahama acknowledges the pervasive involvement of various individuals in illegal mining - from political figures to traditional leaders. This widespread participation poses a significant challenge to combating galamsey in Ghana.
5 Aug•2 min read
NPP demands update on galamsey fight, helicopter crash probe ahead of first anniversary of tragedy
Summary
The NPP is pressing the government for answers on critical national issues, but what progress has truly been made since the tragic events of a year
The opposition NPP has urged the government to provide updates on the fight against illegal mining and the investigation into a military helicopter
5 Aug•2 min read
NPP urges Mahama govt to account for anti-galamsey progress one year after helicopter crash
Summary
One year after a tragic helicopter crash, a major political party is pressing the government for answers regarding a critical national mission.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has urged the government to account for its progress in the fight against illegal mining, one year after a military
22 Oct•4 min read
NAIMOS to launch Operation Greenshield at Atiwa Forest Reserve to combat illegal mining
Summary
A new military-style operation is set to reclaim a key forest reserve - but will it finally stop the galamsey menace?
NAIMOS is preparing Operation Greenshield, a forest protection intervention targeting illegal mining, starting with the Atiwa Forest Reserve.
30 Apr•4 min read
Church elder arrested as alleged galamsey foreman in Ashanti region
Summary
A church elder was arrested at a galamsey site - but his surprising confession is what has everyone talking.
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has apprehended a foreman at an illegal small-scale mining site in the Ashanti Region. The suspect's surprising identity and confession raise questions about the reach of illegal mining - and the individuals involved.
7 May•3 min read
I Have Not Endorsed Anyone For Rivers Governorship -Wike
Summary
Wike says he hasn't endorsed anyone for Rivers governor yet - but his reasoning might surprise you.
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, addressed the upcoming Rivers State governorship election. He hinted at a coalition strategy involving both PDP and APC members - but what could this mean for the political landscape?
15 Jul•2 min read
We will not retreat or surrender in fight against galamsey - Lands Minister
Summary
Despite immense challenges, Ghana's Lands Minister reaffirms the government's unwavering commitment to combating illegal mining-but what new
Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has addressed the significant challenges in Ghana's fight against illegal mining, known as galamsey. The
15 Jul•2 min read
Gov't remains resolute in fight against galamsey despite challenges - Armah-Kofi Buah
Summary
Despite acknowledging the complexities, the government remains steadfast in its efforts to combat illegal mining-but what strategies are being
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, addressed the ongoing struggle against illegal mining, known as galamsey, in
5 May•2 min read
Minister for Fisheries to begin 6-day tour of inland fishing communities
Summary
Minister Arthur is visiting fishing communities - but what pressing issues will she address?
Fisheries Minister Emelia Arthur is embarking on a tour of inland fishing communities. The move comes amid growing concerns - what changes might be in store?
24 Oct•3 min read
CAGG demands retraction, apology from GoldBod CEO over alleged illegal mining remarks
Summary
What did the GoldBod CEO say that has sparked a demand for a criminal investigation?
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has called on the Attorney-General to investigate GoldBod's CEO over remarks about unlicensed mining.
4 Jul•6 min read
Accra Flood Crisis: Expert Blames Reactionary Management Despite Decades Of Predictable Rainfall Cycles
Summary
Risk expert ED Andrews warns that Ghana's flood management remains dangerously reactionary, citing a predictable 10-year
Risk expert ED Andrews warns that Ghana's flood management remains dangerously reactionary, citing a predictable 10-year cycle of devastating Accra
31 Oct•2 min read
NDC gov't has failed galamsey fight spectacularly - Miracles Aboagye
Summary
Why is the opposition now pointing fingers over galamsey, and what evidence are they showing?
The NPP's Dennis Miracles Aboagye is challenging the NDC government's record on illegal mining.
30 Jun•2 min read
Gov't inherited active flood control projects but has slowed implementation - Ahiagbah
Summary
The NPP's Communications Director questions the current administration's handling of inherited flood control projects, hinting at a potential
Richard Ahiagbah, Communications Director of the NPP, has raised concerns about the current government's progress on inherited flood mitigation
30 Jun•3 min read
Richard Ahiagbah defends NPP's flood record, questions slowdown of inherited projects
Summary
Richard Ahiagbah's defense of the NPP's flood mitigation efforts in Accra sparks debate-what's the real story behind the inherited projects?
Richard Ahiagbah, NPP Communications Director, has defended the Akufo-Addo administration's flood record in Accra. He argues the government pursued