IMANI Ghana and Security Expert Refile Suit Against Executive Over Security Agency Appointments
IMANI Ghana and Security Expert Refile Suit Against Executive Over Security Agency Appointments IMANI Ghana and security expert Kwasi Aning have filed a new lawsuit challenging the appointment of heads of security agencies by the executive. This comes after withdrawing an earlier suit filed at the Supreme Court, which was struck out on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. The plaintiffs are seeking a declaration that the President lacks the authority to terminate the appointment of heads of security agencies unless there is proven misconduct or misbehavior. They argue that the Constitution guarantees the tenure of these office holders, and the President’s power to appoint new heads is limited to instances where the previous office holder has died, retired, or is incapacitated. The suit specifically targets the offices of the Chief Fire Officer, Inspector General of Police, Director General of Prisons Service, and Comptroller General of Immigration Service. The plaintiffs contend that the President’s actions violate the constitutional rights of these office holders and perpetuate a concerning trend of compelled terminations by new governments. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, expressed disappointment at the withdrawal of the initial suit, noting that it had garnered significant public interest. However, the plaintiffs’ counsel, Paa Joe Akuamoah Boateng, explained that the withdrawal was necessary to refile the case in light of new developments. The refiling of the suit highlights the ongoing debate about the limits of executive power and the protection of constitutional rights in Ghana. The plaintiffs’ demands for a consequential order to restrain the President from dismissing or removing security agency heads without due process have significant implications for the rule of law and democratic governance in the country. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
Halsey Opens Up About Health Struggles, Feels “Lucky to Be Alive”
Grammy-nominated singer Halsey has shared a candid update about her health struggles, revealing that she’s been dealing with several serious conditions. Apexnewsgh reports In an Instagram post, the 29-year-old singer hinted that she’s been diagnosed with lupus and leukemia, in addition to her previously disclosed health issues. Halsey posted a series of photos and videos showing her in the hospital, undergoing treatment, and expressing her gratitude to be alive. “Long story short, I’m lucky to be alive,” she wrote in the caption, announcing her new album and lead single, “The End.” The singer, known for her hit tracks like “Closer” with The Chainsmokers and her debut album “Badlands,” has been open about her health struggles in the past. She’s spoken about her experiences with endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, Sjogren’s syndrome, and mast cell activation syndrome. In her latest post, Halsey shared her determination to overcome her health challenges, saying, “I told myself I’m giving myself two more years to be sick… When I’m 30, I’m having a rebirth, and I’m not going to be sick. I’m going to look super hot and have lots of energy and get to redo my 20s in my 30s.” Halsey’s new song, “The End,” touches on her health struggles, with lyrics about “poison” in her blood and starting treatment. The singer’s courage in sharing her story has resonated with fans, who are sending her love and support. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
Repentant Boko Haram Members Aid Counterinsurgency Efforts in Yobe State
The Yobe State government has revealed that repentant Boko Haram members are actively assisting in counterinsurgency operations in the state. Apexnewsgh reports Retired Brig.-Gen. Dahiru Abdulsalam, Special Adviser on Security to Governor Mai Mala Buni, disclosed this in a briefing with newsmen in Damaturu. Abdulsalam addressed concerns raised by residents about the involvement of repentant insurgents in security operations in Geidam town. He assured that the government’s decision to engage with repentant Boko Haram members is aimed at ending insurgency and restoring peace. These “hybrid forces” provide crucial assistance to security agencies, including: – Intelligence gathering on insurgents and their collaborators, Identifying suppliers and collaborators of Boko Haram and ISWAP In Geidam, repentant Boko Haram operatives have helped contain terrorist infiltration and identify individuals with links to the insurgency. Twelve arrests have been made, and suspects are being interrogated and transferred to Damaturu. Abdulsalam urged Geidam residents to cooperate with security agents to dislodge terrorists and disrupt their supply chains, emphasizing that Boko Haram relies on fuel, food, and medicine to sustain their operations. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
NPP Suspends Deputy Regional Secretary Over Misconduct
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Bono Region has suspended its Deputy Regional Secretary, Mr. Isaac Kwame Benkae, effective immediately. Apexnewsgh reports The Regional Executive Committee made the decision pending further investigation and disciplinary action, citing misconduct as the reason. According to a notice issued by Gabriel Korang-Ababio, the Regional Communications Officer, the suspension is in line with the party’s constitution, specifically Articles 3 (7) and 4 (7 and 8). The move aims to protect the integrity of the regional party. During the suspension period, Mr. Benkae is barred from participating in party activities, attending meetings, or representing the party in any capacity. The notice emphasizes the seriousness of the allegations and the party’s commitment to upholding its values and standards. A disciplinary committee will be convened to investigate the matter further and recommend appropriate action based on its findings. The committee will review the conduct of the Deputy Secretary and determine the next steps in accordance with the party’s rules and regulations. Gabriel Korang-Ababio stressed the importance of maintaining the party’s integrity and ensuring that all members adhere to the highest standards of conduct. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
National Cathedral: We cannot leave it where it is–Vice President
Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has reiterated the significance of the national cathedral project, stressing that it is a vital endeavor for Ghana. Apexnewsgh reports Speaking to clergy members during his tour of the Greater Accra Region on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, Bawumia expressed his personal commitment to the project, having made a donation towards its construction. The Vice President urged the Church to unite and engage with the government to discuss the way forward for the project’s completion. He emphasized the need for collective effort, stating that private resources should be mobilized to support the construction process. Bawumia expressed optimism that by working together, a solution can be found to complete the national cathedral, emphasizing that leaving the project in its current state is not an option. His call for collaboration underscores the importance of this national endeavor. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
Over 80% of Ghanaians Prefer Dutch Passport to Ghanaian PhD, Survey Reveals
A recent survey conducted on Twitter by Oliver Barker Vormawor has shown that an overwhelming 81% of Ghanaians prefer having a Dutch passport to a PhD from Ghana. Apexnewsgh reports The poll, which garnered 13,721 votes, comes on the heels of a controversial statement made by Kofi Gabs, a Ghanaian social media personality living in the Netherlands. Gabs had stated in a viral video that his Dutch passport holds more practical value than a PhD from Ghana, citing his seamless experience obtaining a US visa through the ESTA app. He argued that the benefits of Dutch citizenship outweigh the prestige of a Ghanaian PhD, sparking a mixed reaction from the Ghanaian community. While some defended the value of advanced degrees from Ghana, many others criticized Gabs’ comments. The survey results, however, suggest that a significant majority of Ghanaians share Gabs’ sentiment, prioritizing the practical advantages of a Dutch passport over the academic achievement of a PhD from Ghana. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
30 Million Trees Thrive from Green Ghana Day Initiative
A total of 30 million trees have survived out of 41 million seedlings planted since the inception of the Green Ghana Day initiative in 2021. Apexnewsgh reports This was announced by Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor at a news briefing in Accra on Tuesday. The minister reported a significant survival rate of 67% for the 7 million seedlings planted in 2021, 72% for the 24 million planted in 2022, and 81% for the 10.7 million planted in 2023. The government has invested GH¢8 million in seedling purchases and received support from private and public institutions, faith-based organizations, and the Ghana Armed Forces. This year’s Green Ghana Day, themed “Growing for a Greener Tomorrow,” aims to plant 10 million seedlings nationwide. The commemorative tree planting ceremony will take place at Burma Camp in Accra on June 7, led by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and other dignitaries. The initiative focuses on planting trees in degraded forest reserves, farms, parks, and communities, with the goal of promoting sustainable development and ecosystem resilience. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
Ofosu-Ampofo Labels Bawumia a “Complete Failure” as VP
Former National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, has lambasted Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, labeling him a “complete failure” in his economic management and leadership. Apexnewsgh reports In a recent interview with ChannelOne TV monitored by Apexnewsgh, Ofosu-Ampofo expressed his disappointment in Bawumia’s performance, stating that the Vice President’s recent statements on the campaign trail have left him questioning whether Bawumia is the same person he claimed to be. Ofosu-Ampofo criticized Bawumia’s call for the reintroduction of road tolls, pointing out that as Vice President, he is an integral part of the government and should take responsibility for its actions. He also accused Bawumia of forgetting his role as Chairman of the Economic Management Team and failing to salvage the economy as promised. The former NDC Chairman urged Ghanaians to vote for a change in government at the next polls, drawing parallels with South Africa’s recent election. He expressed his belief that the ordinary Ghanaian will rise to the occasion and bring about a change in government, ending the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) reign under President Akufo-Addo and Bawumia. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
Ofosu Ampofo Returns to Politics to Help Oust NPP from Power
Former Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, has announced his return to politics after a hiatus, driven by the urgent need for a change in government. In an interview with Umaru Sanda on Channel 1 Television, Ofosu Ampofo emphasized that the call for change has transcended party lines, becoming a national imperative to vote out the New Patriotic Party (NPP) from power. “The need for change has moved beyond partisanship; it’s now a national call to duty,” he stressed. “The current government, under President Akufo-Addo and Bawumia, has failed Ghana, and it’s surprising to see the silence of voices that were once vocal when NDC was in power.” Ofosu Ampofo expressed his belief in the ordinary Ghanaian’s ability to rise to the occasion and effect a change in government. He emphasized that the NPP has taken the country for granted, and it’s time for a new direction. Ofosu Ampofo’s return to politics is seen as a significant boost to the NDC, as the party gears up for the upcoming elections. His experience and leadership are expected to play a crucial role in the party’s campaign to unseat the incumbent government. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.
Electoral Commission Denies Allegations of Bias Towards NPP
The Electoral Commission (EC) has refuted claims that it is acting in the interest of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) ahead of the December 7 general elections. Apexnewsgh reports The commission’s decision to restrict political party agents from observing the voter transfer exercise due to violent clashes at some centers sparked accusations of collusion with the NPP from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama. However, after reconsideration, the EC reversed its directive, allowing political party agents to observe the vote transfer exercise. In a statement, the EC clarified that its initial decision was made to ensure national peace and security, not to shield its work from scrutiny or promote a particular political party’s interest. The commission reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and fairness, stating that its decisions are made without partisan considerations and apply equally to all political parties and stakeholders. The EC urged the public to disregard statements suggesting bias, emphasizing that “this is not true.” The commission’s assurance aims to maintain public trust and ensure a peaceful and credible electoral process. Source: Apexnewsgh.com Thanks for reading from Apexnewsgh as a news publishing website from Ghana. We encourage you to freely share this story via social media platform and follow us on; Facebook on APEXNEWSGH-Tv or Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 0248250270/0256336062.