Bawumia’s flat tax system is scam for political power – Importers and Exporters Association
Importers have for long complained about port charges, calling on the government to come to their aid. However, recent comments by the flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Bawumia, have been met with mixed reactions from industry experts and economic analysts, raising questions about the feasibility and equity of such a policy aimed at reviving Ghana’s tax system. During a visit to Suame Magazine in Kumasi on his Ashanti region tour, he addressed spare parts dealers, acknowledging the widespread concerns about the current tax structure and unveiling his plan for a flat tax system. Dr Bawumia said, “Ghana, our tax system is problematic just as the businessmen are complaining. So, I want to introduce a new tax system. This new tax system is called the flat tax system which is like the tithe you pay in church. If it is 10%, it is 10% for everyone. “So, by 2025, we are going to begin the implementation of a new flat tax system for Ghana.” He added “We will cut off every tax the GRA would have made you pay in 2025 so that we all start from ground zero. Tax amnesty in 2025,” he assured. However, some industry players, like the Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association, Sampson Asaki Awingobit, believe the comment from Dr. Bawumia was made purely for political capital. According to the business man, “this is not the first time the vice president has made sweet statements, coming from the vice president I think it is total scam. He just wants to sway us.” He added “he cannot make it happen, because we are currently under ECOWAS common external tariff (CET) and an IMF program with conditionalities, So there is no way he is going to do anything to reduce revenue for government.” Sampson says there are other avenues that can be used to reduce the plight of importers which the NPP flagbearer has decided to ignore. For tax policy analyst Geoffrey Ocansey, although the policy could have immediate benefits, it would have long-term implications for the country’s economy. “It is a regressive an approach to your economy, you are flooding your market with foreign products, your local industry will be crippled then people will lose their jobs, government revenue will eventually shrink,” he said He added the policy is recessive form of taxation that would create imbalances among importers. The debate continues as stakeholders weigh the potential impact of this proposed tax overhaul. By Noble Crosby Annan
Mahama Promises to Prioritize Technical and Vocational Education, Support Artisans if Elected
In a Facebook post on Thursday, June 13, John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), outlined his plans to prioritize technical and vocational education, support master craftsmen and women, and provide funds and start-up equipment to artisans if elected in this year’s elections. Apexnewsgh reports Mahama shared his “incredibly exciting experience” on his way to Wa, where he interacted with passionate artisans in local communities between Sawla and Wa. He was impressed by their dedication and “appropriate technology” used to serve clients. He emphasized that his government will focus on implementing policies that uplift every Ghanaian’s life, prioritizing technical and vocational education, and supporting master craftsmen and women to train apprentices. Mr. Mahama also promised to provide funds and start-up equipment to artisans, recognizing their zeal and enthusiasm for change in the country’s political leadership. He expressed his renewed sense of purpose and drive, determined to lead Ghana to greater heights and build a prosperous nation. Mahama’s commitment to supporting artisans and prioritizing technical and vocational education aims to uplift the lives of every Ghanaian and move the country forward. 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.
Kennedy Agyapong Supporters Throw Weight Behind Bawumia Ahead of 2024 Elections
In a significant show of unity, supporters of former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Agyapong have declared their support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the current flagbearer of the NPP, ahead of the 2024 general elections. Apexnewsgh reports In a statement issued by McJewels Annan, Chairman of the Association of all Ken Supporters and Groups in Ghana and Abroad, the group expressed their happiness at Kennedy Agyapong’s decision to join Dr. Bawumia’s campaign, citing national interest over parochial considerations. The statement urged all supporters to redirect their resources, including cars, offices, equipment, billboards, and financial support, to ensure Dr. Bawumia and NPP parliamentary aspirants emerge victorious in the upcoming elections. The group believes that the NPP and Dr. Bawumia are better equipped to manage the economy than the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). The statement criticized the NDC as “scary, empty, misleading, and lacking in brains and political will,” emphasizing their support for Dr. Bawumia and the NPP as the preferred choice for Ghana’s progress. This endorsement is seen as a significant boost to Dr. Bawumia’s campaign, uniting party supporters behind his candidacy. Below is the full statement… URGENT PRESS RELEASE ALL KEN SUPPORTERS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR (NPP), BAWUMIA AND ALL PARLIAMENTARY CANDIDATES. On behalf of all Ken Supporters in Ghana and Diaspora, Executive Committee Members of all Groups hereby pledge our 100 percent support for the incoming President Dr Bawumia and all Parliamentary Candidates. This decision was taken after a crunch meeting involving over 300 key Ken campaign Team members, supporters etc today Thursday 13th June 2024. This meeting was chaired by Hon McJewells Annan the National Chairman Arise For Ken and also attempted National Vice Chairman of NPP. The meeting identified over 364 reasons for supporting NPP and not NDC or JDM. Before we serially catalogue the 364 reasons we hereby request all Ken branded cars, offices, office equipment, bill boards, office accommodation, financiers etc etc to throw all supporting tools to ensure that Bawumia and Parliamentary Aspirants rescue the nation such that Ghana does not go back to dumsor, cancellation of nurses alawa, cancellation of free shs etc. In view of time and space we will summarise our reasons to just 10 BULLETS and anyone interested in all our reasons will be sent to e mail addresses when given. 364 REASONS FOR JOINING BAWUMIA CAMPAIGN. We have broken down the Points into 6 main pillars. 1. Economic Reasons 2 .Political Reasons 3. Socio cultural Reasons 4 .Governance Style of both Parties 5. Social and Education Reasons 6 Impact of the worse ever Pandemic Etc etc. 1. First of all we are happy Ken has joined Bawumia campaign as a result of National interest instead of parochial. We therefore advice self seeking individuals to stop attacking Hon Ken Agyapong credibility and loyalty to this nation . 2. JDM is against all NPP policies so the coming back of JDM will cancel all flagship projects and programmes. Some of these projects and programmes are as follows. a. The construction of 14 fishing harbours will be cancelled. When HE Mills and JDM came to power they cancelled same in 2008 so they will cancelled it again. b. The free SHS has indirectly put 6000 Ghana cedis per term into parents/wards pockets. JDM cannot fund Free SHS so it will be discontinued. c. The construction of 111 hospitals shall be cancelled by JDM d. The ongoing digitalisation process which has reduced corruption and increased government revenue by over 70 % shall be cancelled by JDM e. Dumsor will surely return because JDM doesn’t have the expertise to finance it. 3. Our 3rd major point for joining Bawumia is also due to bold SOLUTIONS. a. Creation of 4 regions and partitioning of several MMDCES shows HE Nana Ado and Bawumia have taken the most expensive and most difficult solution before and after independence. 4. When Bawumia and his Team are expatiating and cataloguing his achievements and new programmes the NDC is only criticising, insulting and misleading itself on daily basis. 5. The degree of create loot and share shall surely come back if we don’t help Bawumia to win. 6. The worse pandemic ever undermined the entire economic, social,technological and all facets of development in the world. For stabilisation of all sectors, payments of 3 months utilities and salaries for all workers without collection of taxes suggest that Bawumia is the only person to trust and support in this elections. 7. In looking at development of a nation we must look at what is happening to education (free shs), what is happening to health (National Health Insurance AGENDA 111), what is happening to harbours (14) what is happening to Inflation, GDP, GNP, etc we can’t just look at price of kenkey, ntos or tomatoes money in our pockets and conclude that JDM should come back. Come and do what ??? 8. Chapter 6 of the constitution requires that all religions, sex, race, ethnic groups, geographical ballance must be considered and observed at all times especially when sharing National cake and electing National leaders. In view of this, provision we Ken followers believe that our Moslem family must be given the opportunity to serve this country for the first time under the fourth Republic. 9. For Dr. Bawumia and Nana Ado to pay all government workers, nurses and teacher trainee expenses, having stable water and electricity supply, funding Free SHS among others means Bawumia is indeed a Messiah who must be protected and supported. 10. Our tenth point which is among the over 300 reasons for Team Ken to join Bawumia is that Bawumia is the only candidate who knows the TRUE STATE of the economy and could fix it genuinely faithfully and conscientiously. The other option is scary, empty, misleading, believe in pettiness, lacks the brains to reinvent the wheels, have corrupt officials and lacks the political will to take bold SOLUTIONS. We therefore use the opportunity to thank the SHOWDOWN GUY GUY Hon Ken Agyapong for joining
NDC Deputy Regional Secretary Petitions GES and Parliamentary Committee Over Teachers’ Alleged Involvement in Political Rallies
Baah Akyemfuor, Deputy Regional Secretary for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region, has expressed strong concerns over teachers allegedly gathering students for political rallies, describing it as an unlawful act. Apexnewsgh reports He has announced plans to petition the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education on Monday, June 17, to investigate the matter and hold accountable all teachers involved. Akyemfuor accuses the NPP’s Flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, of involvement in this controversial issue and urges immediate action to prevent its recurrence. He emphasizes the gravity of the situation and calls upon parents, parent associations, Chiefs, traditional leaders, and opinion leaders to join hands in addressing this issue, safeguarding Ghanaian students’ educational environment. The NDC has accused Dr. Bawumia of belittling Ghana’s education system during his recent tour of the Ashanti region, busing students from various Senior High Schools to the NPP’s youth connect program at the Jubilee Park. The party describes this act as a violation of the laws of Ghana, which do not allow partisan politics in senior high schools. The NDC also accuses the Minister of Education, Dr. Osei Yaw Adutwum, of exposing SHS students to a dangerous political adventure during school hours. Akyemfuor’s petition seeks to hold teachers accountable for their involvement in political rallies and ensure that the educational environment remains protected from partisan politics. 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.
I won’t allow anyone to make Parliament an agent of govt–It won’t happen–Speaker
Speaker Alban Bagbin Vows to Maintain Parliament’s Independence Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the independence of the legislative body, stating that Parliament will not be treated as an agent of government during his tenure. This declaration comes as Ghana marks three decades of parliamentary democracy. Launching the Democracy Cup, a historic initiative celebrating this milestone, Bagbin emphasized the significance of the current hung parliament, noting that it demands a new approach. “This parliament is a completely new game,” he said, highlighting the need to adapt rules previously suited for a majoritarian system. Bagbin expressed pride in his role as Speaker of the first-ever hung parliament in Ghana, emphasizing his determination to ensure Parliament maintains its autonomy. “There is no way anybody can push me aside and make Parliament an agent of government. It won’t happen while I am alive,” he asserted. Additionally, the Speaker urged the Electoral Commission to guarantee a free, fair, and credible electoral process, further solidifying Parliament’s commitment to democratic principles. With this stance, Bagbin reaffirms his dedication to upholding the integrity and independence of Ghana’s legislative body. 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.
NDC’s Abraham Amaliba Slams Akufo-Addo Over Delayed Clearance of Global Fund Drugs
Abraham Amaliba, Director of Conflict Resolution for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed outrage over President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s failure to facilitate the clearance of Global Fund drugs stuck at the Tema Port. Apexnewsgh reports Amaliba questioned the presence of a president in the country, citing the government’s “buffoonery” and “ridiculous” handling of the situation. He alleged that the government has refused to clear the containers because there is no direct financial benefit, emphasizing that the government only acts when there is personal gain. Amaliba noted that the Global Fund donated the medical supplies free of charge, but the government has failed to clear them, putting lives at risk. The Ministry of Health recently announced the release of GHC7.4 million to complement payment for third-party charges, with the expectation that all outstanding containers will be cleared by the end of June 2024. However, Amaliba remains skeptical, citing the government’s track record of prioritizing personal interests over the well-being of citizens. The delayed clearance of these life-saving commodities has raised concerns, as a significant portion is expected to expire by the first quarter of 2025 if not cleared immediately. The government’s inaction has sparked outrage, with many calling for urgent action to address this critical situation. 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.
Two Ghanaian Hajj Pilgrims Die in Saudi Arabia, One Gives Birth
Two Ghanaian pilgrims have passed away in Saudi Arabia due to health complications, while another pilgrim has given birth in the Holy City of Mecca. Apexnewsgh reports According to Chairman of the Hajj Board, Alhaji Ben Abdullah Banda, the deceased pilgrims, believed to be from Damongo in the Savannah region, passed away on June 9 and June 12, respectively. The two pilgrims have been buried in accordance with Islamic customs. Over 4,000 Ghanaian pilgrims are currently in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj ritual. Despite the two deaths, the Hajj Board Chairman reported a positive development, stating that a Ghanaian pilgrim woman gave birth to a healthy baby in Mecca on Wednesday. “So far so good, except that we have had two deaths, two of our pilgrims have died. And then we have had one delivery also, one of our pilgrim women has delivered a bouncy baby,” Alhaji Ben Abdullah Banda said this during media interview. 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.