Debt Restructuring Delays Tamale-Walewale Road Project, Says Asenso Boakye
The much-anticipated Tamale-Walewale Road project has been delayed due to the government’s debt restructuring program, according to the Minister of Roads and Highways, Asenso Boakye. Apexnewsgh reports Despite its inauguration in June 2022, the 83km highway remains untouched, with the Minister attributing the delay to suspended disbursements caused by the debt restructuring program. Negotiations Nearing Completion Asenso Boakye reassured the public that negotiations with the Finance Ministry are nearing completion, and construction will soon resume. He stated that contractors will return to the site once negotiations are complete. Project Significance The N10, which includes the Tamale-Walewale Road project, is a vital segment of the Central Corridor Road System, connecting Accra to northern Ghana and facilitating trade between Ghana and its neighboring landlocked countries. The project aims to boost intra-urban, regional, and national trade, enhance regional economic integration, and reduce business costs. Tour and Inspections During his tour of the North East Region, the Minister inspected several road projects, including the completed 52km Wiase-Yizesi-Soobiinsi road and the ongoing Yagaba-Kubori-Mankarigu, Yagaba-Prima, and Yagaba-So roads. He also assessed the Wulugu-Kpasenkpe road, the Mishio-Prima bridge, and the Walewale township roads project, expressing dissatisfaction with the slow progress on the Mishio-Prima bridge project. Government Commitment The Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ongoing road projects and urged support for Dr. Bawumia and Mr. Usif in the upcoming elections. He expressed satisfaction with the progress of the Walewale township roads project, which involves the construction of feeder and urban roads. He further said, the Tamale-Walewale Road project has been delayed due to the government’s debt restructuring program, but negotiations are nearing completion, and construction is expected to resume soon. The Minister has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ongoing road projects and expressed satisfaction with the progress of other projects in the region. 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 to Launch Campaign in July Ahead of December Elections
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is set to officially launch its campaign in July, according to flag bearer John Dramani Mahama. Apexnewsgh reports The launch will follow the announcement of the campaign team this week. Mahama made this known at the Volta Regional fundraising dinner in Accra last Saturday. The former President expressed confidence in the party’s chances, stating that after the campaign launch, there will be no turning back until the December 7 elections. He urged party faithful to work towards achieving a resounding victory, likening the country’s current state to an abyss that requires serious thinking to change its fortunes. Mahama commended the Volta Region for its critical role in the “rescue crusade” and encouraged executives and party members to double their efforts, aiming for at least 90% of the vote in the region. He praised the party’s proactivity and assured that their hard work will be rewarded on December 7. Industrialist and philanthropist Kwamigah Tanko Atokple, who chaired the occasion, emphasized the need for collective effort, urging all Voltarians to contribute towards securing victory for the party. He stressed that no individual or group can achieve this alone, and encouraged all to contribute their “widow’s mite” towards the cause. 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.
Mahama Promises to Reduce Hajj Cost if Elected President
Former President John Dramani Mahama, the flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to reduce the cost of Hajj for Ghanaian pilgrims if he wins the 2024 presidential election. Apexnewsgh reports Currently, the cost of Hajj, including airfare and accommodation, stands at GH¢75,000, which Mahama considers expensive and a barrier to many Muslims fulfilling their pilgrimage to Mecca. Speaking during Eid ul-Adha prayers with the Ahlussuna Wal-Jamah Muslim group at the State House in Accra, Mahama expressed his commitment to making the Hajj pilgrimage more accessible and affordable for all Ghanaian Muslims. He donated GH¢20,000 and a sheep to the group. In a Facebook post, Mahama highlighted that during his presidency, Hajj fares were significantly lower at GH¢11,900, and he intends to reduce the cost once again if elected. He emphasized the importance of making the Hajj pilgrimage accessible to all, especially for those who cannot afford the current high cost. Mahama’s promise has been met with enthusiasm from the Muslim community, who see it as a welcome gesture towards making the Hajj pilgrimage more inclusive and affordable for all. 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.
Israeli PM scraps war cabinet after key departures
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his six-member war cabinet, just over a week after the departure of centrist opposition leader Benny Gantz and his ally Gadi Eisenkot. Israeli media report that sensitive issues about the war with Hamas in Gaza will now be discussed by a smaller forum. Mr Netanyahu had faced demands from far-right ministers in his governing coalition to join the war cabinet, which could have further strained ties with the US and other international allies. A spokesman for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that, as far as it was concerned, it would not affect the chain of command. Mr Gantz and Mr Eisenkot quit over the prime minister’s leadership, including the lack of a plan for post-conflict Gaza. The two former military chiefs had joined a national unity government with Mr Netanyahu’s right-wing coalition days after the start of the war in October. “The [war] cabinet was in the coalition agreement with Gantz at his request. As soon as Gantz left – there is no need for a cabinet anymore,” Mr Netanyahu told ministers on Sunday, according to the Jerusalem Post. Haaretz reported that some of the issues previously discussed by the war cabinet would be transferred for discussion in the security cabinet, which includes the far-right National Security and Finance Ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich. It said sensitive decisions would be addressed in a “smaller consultation forum”, which was expected to include Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and the chairman of the ultra-Orthodox Shas party, Aryeh Deri, who was an observer in the war cabinet. The IDF’s chief spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said on Monday that the move would not affect it. “Cabinet members are being changed and the method is being changed. We have the echelon, we know the chain of command. We’re working according to the chain of command. This is a democracy,” he told reporters. The Israeli military launched a campaign in Gaza to destroy Hamas in response to an unprecedented attack on southern Israel on 7 October, during which about 1,200 people were killed and 251 others were taken hostage. More than 37,330 people have been killed in Gaza since then, according to the territory’s Hamas-run health ministry. BBC
Ghana Introduces Mandatory Health Insurance Policy for Non-Resident Visitors
Effective July 1, 2024, Ghana will require all non-resident visitors to possess a health insurance policy before entering the country. Apexnewsgh reports This initiative aims to ensure that visitors have access to necessary healthcare services during their stay in Ghana. The “National Non-resident Visitors Health Insurance” policy, launched by the Ministry of Health in February 2024, mandates enrollment in a scheme that provides access to free healthcare. This policy applies to visitors arriving at airports on visas or visa on arrival, depending on their length of stay. The policy was developed in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and other partners, following lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, Ghana incurred costs for healthcare services provided to foreign nationals who fell ill, prompting the need for a health insurance policy for visitors. Dr. Isaac Morrison, Vice Chairman of the Technical Working Group on the Visitors Health Insurance Scheme and Member of the NHIA Board, emphasized that this policy is essential for ensuring access to healthcare services for visitors. He noted that countries like Sierra Leone and Egypt have already implemented similar schemes in Africa. The policy specifically targets non-residents visiting Ghana for less than six months in any 12-month period. With this new policy, Ghana aims to provide adequate healthcare services to visitors while reducing the financial burden on the country in case of medical emergencies. 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.
Ghana Hajj Board Organizes Special Prayers in Arafat, Mecca
The Ghana Hajj Board led by Chairman Ben Abdullah Banda, organized special prayers in Arafat, Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for Ghana and its leadership. Apexnewsgh reports Arafat, a sacred valley, holds great significance in Islamic history as the site where Prophet Mohammed delivered his last sermon. On this year’s Arafat Day, Ghanaian pilgrims joined thousands of Muslims worldwide to congregate on the mountain and plane to pray to Allah. The prayer session, led by Ghanaian Islamic scholars, began with a full recitation of the Holy Quran. Subsequent prayers were offered for the country, President, Vice President, and leadership. Notably, special prayers were made for Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, seeking success in his presidential bid in December’s polls. This collective supplication demonstrated the unity and solidarity of Ghanaian Muslims in Mecca, seeking divine guidance and blessings for their nation and leaders. European Investment Bank, were present at the meeting. The AfDB’s capital increase is expected to have a positive impact on its ability to support African development and drive economic growth. 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. Share this:
Kassena Nankana West District Assembly’s Breach of Constitution: A Threat to Democratic Principles?
Assembly Members in the Kassena Nankana West District Assembly led by Hon. Maxwell Akanuwe, assembly member for Longo electoral area have raised concern that the Assembly led by District Chief Executive Hon. Gerard Ataogye, has violated the 1992 constitution by failing to organize the second leg of the Assembly presiding member’s election. Apexnewsgh reports The election was expected to take place within 10 days after the initial failed election on February 12, 2024, as mandated by the constitution. This breach of the constitution has raised concerns among well-meaning members of the district, who are displeased with the Assembly’s actions. The failure to hold the election as required has sparked questions about the Assembly’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and democratic principles. The constitution’s clear guidelines for the election process were disregarded, leaving many to wonder about the implications of this breach. The district’s residents are eagerly waiting for a resolution to this situation, and the Assembly must take prompt action to address this constitutional violation. Following the Assembly’s failure to hold the second leg of the Presiding Member’s election, 23 out of 46 elected Assembly members have taken action. In a letter dated June 12, 2024 sighted by this platform, Hon. Maxwell Akanuwe, Assembly member for Longo electoral area and other wrote to the District Coordinating Director, requesting a meeting to consider the election of a Presiding Member (PM). This move comes after the Assembly’s unconstitutional delay in holding the election, which has spanned 126 days from February 12, 2024, to June 17, 2024 as at the time for this publication. The members’ letter is a clear call to action, urging the Assembly to address this breach and adhere to the 1992 constitution’s guidelines. The meeting request is a significant step towards resolving the impasse and ensuring the district’s democratic processes are upheld. The Assembly’s response to this request will be closely watched, as the members and residents of the district eagerly await a resolution to this constitutional crisis. 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.