Ukraine Defense Minister announces mobilization plan failure
Ukraine has yet to fulfill the mobilization plan, according to Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov. During a press conference, Reznikov stated that the approved mobilization plan has not been implemented. The minister mentioned that there are currently no plans for a new wave of mobilization in the country. However, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, Oleksiy Danilov, believes that additional conscription into the Armed Forces of Ukraine is still possible. In late June, Kiev announced a general mobilization following a failed counteroffensive. The authorities aim to mobilize over 300,000 Ukrainians by next spring. Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on +233256336062 or Email apexnewsgh@gmail.com
NPP Parliamentary Aspirant for Zebilla Dr. John Krugu escapes assassination at his Bolga residence
The aspiring Parliamentary candidate for the Zebila Constituency under the ticket of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr. John Kingsley Krugu ironically escaped death at his Bolgatanga residence early hours of Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Dr. Krugu currently serves at the Ministry of Lands and Forestry as the Coordinator of Landscape Restoration and Small Scale Mining. Meanwhile, the account of what happened given by Dr. Krugu has this explanation as detailed information of the incident: “Buudi, I have just experienced the most harrowing, near-death experience of my life ever. But for God’s intervention, I would have been a dead body by now. I typed this from Bolga central police station where I gave a formal statement to the police a short while ago. I came to Bolga only yesterday and decided to sleep in my house. Around 2:30 am, I was awakened to some movement by the window. I saw a hand protrude through the metal burglar-proof, holding a pistol. I was positioned in such a way that only my legs could be shot. So the assailant was trying to get the right angle to fire at my vitals. Unfortunately, my own gun was not loaded. Slowly, I tried to fix it whilst tilting against the wall. The assailant suddenly fired the gun into the room, missing me completely. Another one fired through the other window. At this point, I was also fully loaded and fired back through the window. I then called a friend to get the police, who came, took pictures of the empty shells, and brought me to the police station. By the time the police arrived, they had left the house. I type these words not to cause alarm but to ensure no one repeats my mistakes. Dr. Krugu narrates. 1. Always have your weapon ready, ready. Mine was not very ready! 2. I came from Accra only yesterday. Normally, my movements are not predictable but this is an official trip. So clearly, some people are aware that I was in Bolga. I should have been more conscious of that. 3. My security man didn’t come to work and the police are yet to unravel that aspect. I can’t tell whether in my case, it was politically or tribally motivated or even both. But a word to the wise. . . However, Dr. Krugu believes the incident was not for robbery purposes because there was of attempt to break through but rather a target to kill. The matter has been reported to the police. Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on 0256336062 or Email apexnewsgh@gmail.com
Kanye West and his partner plead for their surrender to authorities
Italians are expressing their displeasure with Kanye West and his partner, Bianca Censori, as photos of the couple taken by paparazzi continue to circulate. Some Italians are even calling for the celebrities to be imprisoned based on the latest images. Despite the backlash on social media, Kanye West and Bianca Censori are still enjoying their time in Italy. During a boat trip, nearby individuals were careful to avoid any unnecessary encounters with the couple. Online users have expressed their frustration, wondering why the Italian police or others have not taken action against them, and claiming that their behavior is disrespectful to the country. It is worth mentioning that earlier this year, it was reported that Kanye West had married his former employee, Bianca Censori, as evident by a ring on his finger. However, insiders have stated that their union has not been officially legalized at this time. Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on 0256336062 or Email apexnewsgh@gmail.com
LEAKED TAPE: Adam Bonaa describes senior police officers moves as attempts to destroy the country
Dr. Adam Bonaa, a security analyst, expressed his disappointment at the actions of senior Police Officers, stating that it is unfortunate they are attempting to harm the country. These remarks follow Mr. Bugri Naabu’s testimony before a seven-member committee of Parliament, where he stated that Commander Asare had contacted him to remove the Inspector General of Police and replace him with Commissioner Mensah, aligning with the NPP’s agenda to “Break The 8.” Naabu also mentioned that he had shared the recorded conversation with President Akufo-Addo. During an interview on Starr Today with Joshua Kodjo Mensah, Dr. Adam Bonaa commended the parliamentary committee for asking the necessary questions that the Ghanaian public would expect. “Just that it is sad if we are going by today’s account alone. I will say that it is sad for senior officers will attempt to destroy the country in this manner. It is said so sad I must confess,” Mr. Bonaa said. “I called some members of the police council, about three of them, about what they have said about the IGP, and they all said it is not true so I decided to let the President know about. “I was also surprised someone who was going on retirement wanted to be IGP. So I told him that he leadership is by God so he should go and see the chief Imam or Asantehene so they can pray for him,” told parlimentary committee Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on 0256336062 or Email apexnewsgh@gmail.com
Akufo-Addo announces enrollment of 1.2 million farmers and creation of 210,000 jobs through PFJ II
The Phase II of the Planting for Food and Jobs Programme seems to have ambitious goals for job creation. With 1.2 million farmers enrolled in the first year and an annual average of 210,000 new farm-related jobs expected in the next four years, it shows a dedication to boosting employment opportunities in the agricultural sector. This initiative has the potential to provide significant support for rural communities and contribute to the overall development of the country’s economy. Apexnewsgh.com report According to the president, it is estimated that approximately 420,000 jobs related to the agricultural value chains will be excluded annually over the same period. The second phase of the program aims to build on the achievements of the initial program and is a five-year plan to transform agriculture in Ghana. The focus will be on modernization, achieved through the development of specific commodity value chains and increased involvement of the private sector. President Akufo-Addo emphasized that the second phase takes a comprehensive approach and places a stronger emphasis on value chain strategies. It aims to strengthen the connections between various actors involved in eleven selected agricultural commodity value chains, which are broadly categorized into grains, roots and tubers, vegetables, and poultry. The president announced that phase two of the programme aims to enhance service delivery for maximum impact. The direct input subsidy will be replaced with smart agricultural financial support in the form of comprehensive input credit, including in-kind payment options. The new phase will also introduce an input credit system, granting farmers access to seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other support services to increase productivity and yield. Additionally, storage infrastructure and logistic hubs will be established to improve storage and distribution, reducing post-harvest losses. To improve farmer access to markets and guarantee fair prices, off-taker arrangements/commodity trading will be implemented. Furthermore, a digitized platform will be introduced for management, monitoring, and coordination to enhance the program’s efficiency and effectiveness. This initiative was originally launched by President Akufo-Addo on April 19, 2017, in Goaso, Ahafo region. It represents the government’s commitment to modernize agriculture, improve production efficiency, ensure food security, and enhance profitability for farmers. The focus was primarily on enhancing agricultural productivity and expanding agro-processing and market development. The initial phase of the plan has yielded positive outcomes, benefiting over 2.7 million farmers and other stakeholders across various sectors. This has led to a more reliable food security situation, with self-sufficiency in key crops like maize, cassava, and yam. Furthermore, the agricultural sector has experienced significant growth, with an average annual growth rate of 6.3% between 2017 and 2021, compared to 2.7% in 2016. President continued that, as a result of this, the “government has, thus, been able to achieve the annual target of six percent (6%) of sector growth, set under the Malabo Declaration to which Ghana is a signatory, increased fertiliser application rate from eight kilogrammes per hectare (8 kg/ha) in 2016 to twenty-five kilogrammes per hectare (25 kg/ha) in 2022, an increased distribution of certified seeds from two thousand metric tons (2,000 MT) in 2016 to thirty-six thousand metric tons (36,000 MT) in 2022 and an increased private sector investment in the seed industry”. “a recent summit, organised by the United Nations on the need to build country food systems in September 2021 in New York and at the AU Dakar II Summit in January 2022, underscored the need for the review of strategies for delivering solutions to challenges in the agricultural sector” as such “it is praise-worthy that Ghana has responded to the call to action at both Summits by rolling out the Second Phase of the PFJ Programme”. He further assured: “I continue to give you my pledge that farmers, food crop farmers, fish farmers and livestock farmers will all have the support and respect they deserve from my government. We need to raise agriculture to a higher plane to be able to improve on the quality of life for our people” Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on 0256336062 or Email apexnewsgh@gmail.com
Bolga East: I wouldn’t leave as an MP in Bolga East without one or two factories in the constituency—Mathew Silas Amoah
A young development-oriented businessman who doubles as the parliamentary candidate for the governing New Patriotic Party in the Bolgatanga East Constituency of the Upper East Region Mathew Silas Amoah has vowed to produce at least one or two factories for the people of Bolga East with his first four years in office if given the opportunity. Apexnewsgh.com report The Business tycoon, for the first time, made the revelation during his One-on-one engagement with Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen, the editor in Chief of ApexnewsGh.Com on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Mr. who sounds so frank during the exclusive engagement said, that development is key for his people: “No politician would come around and put money in your pockets, no political will do that. So, it is about development, is about creating jobs for our people, is about getting jobs for our youth and our mothers, is about developing human capabilities, that’s politics. So, no politician can come and say in Bolga East I want to give everybody money no, it’s not possible. But what you do in Dabore here probably 10 people can get something out of that. If we are able to set up a rice mill in Dabore, how many of our mothers will be working in the rice factory? If you’re able to even create a standard pure water factory or a bottled water factory in Zuarungu or in Bolga East, how many of our youth will be working in that company? This is what Mathew Amoah is bringing on board”. He was very optimistic that with links and business ideas, Bolga East as a constituency would be a better place to live. He said, all he is pleading from the people of Bolga East is just to give him 4 years. “I want to create something I’m a businessman trust me, I’m a businessman, and with business, Bolga East will develop. I don’t want to say what I will do, we are coming to beg to Bolga East, they should just give us four years, we don’t want to 12 years and wouldn’t want to go 16 years, it doesn’t take a good leader long service period to make an impact”. Referencing Nelson Mandela, Mr. Amoah insists a good leader does not need 12 or 16 years to make the lives of his people better. “Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years he became president of South Africa in three years, the impact Nelson Mandela made in South Africa no one has been able to break that record. He didn’t need a long serving year to make that impact. So, I don’t need a long time, I just need four years to see what we can do to help Bolga East. And if I’m giving the not, I wouldn’t leave as an MP in Bolga East without one or two factories in the constituency”. “This is my home I’m from here I have to make an impact in my community and I will make that impact by the grace of God”. He told Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen of Apexnewsgh.com Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on 0256336062 or Email apexnewsgh@gmail.com