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NIA implements new fees for Ghana Card services at premium centres The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced updated fees for the registration of the National Identification Card, also known as the Ghana Card, at designated registration centres. According to a notice posted on the NIA’s official Facebook page on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, the charges for services such as first-time registration, card replacement, and record updates have been revised. The notice clarified that these fees apply only at specific registration centres. The updated fees are as follows: • First-time registration: GH¢310.00 • Record updates: GH¢310.00 • Card replacement: GH¢420.00…

NDC Chairman Vows To Prioritize The Welfare Of Assembly Members In Council of State Role Former Ashanti regional chairman of ruling National Democratic Congress NDC,Mr Yaw Owusu Bimpe has made a bold promise to prioritize the welfare of assembly members if given a role in the Council of State. This vow is a significant step towards recognizing the crucial contributions assembly members make to Ghana’s local government system. According to Chairman Yaw Owusu Bimpeh, assembly members play a vital role in nation-building, particularly in the local government system. Their duties in various communities require attention, and their integration into the…

NDC Chairman Yaw Owusu Bimpeh Joins Council of State Race Former Ashanti Regional NDC Chairman, Yaw Owusu Bimpeh, has expressed interest in the Council of State seat in the Ashanti Region. This development comes ahead of the Council of State elections scheduled for February 11, 2025. Mr Bimpeh’s decision to vie for the Council of State seat is likely driven by his extensive experience in politics and his commitment to serving the people of the Ashanti Region. As a three consecutive times assembly member and a dedicated politician, his vision is to represent the interest of Asanteman and to act…

KMA REFUTES GHC 5 FEE ALLEGATION ON DAILY TRADING  MAINTAINS GHC 2 There’s been a false announcement circulating at the Kumasi Central Market, claiming that the daily trading fee will increase from 2 cedis to 5 cedis starting February 3, 2025. However, the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has debunked this claim, stating that no such increment has been approved. According to Abass Nurudeen, Esq.,Ashanti Regional Communications Officer (ARCO),of the National Democratic Congress,the official daily trading fee remains 2 cedis, and traders should continue paying this amount. The KMA has urged the public to report any individuals demanding 5 cedis as…

Ayehuhuuhu:Who Wins Ashanti regional Council of state elections a race between NDC and NPP: As the constitution of the republic requires,that there shall be a council of State to counsel the President in the performance of his or her functions,the Ashanti regional election scheduled on 11th February 2025 is now a banter between the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).Both Parties have presented their preferred candidates to contest for the upcoming election. It’s obvious that,the said election which we all aware as non partisan is no longer in existence here the Ashanti region.…

Nana Nkansah Boadu Ayeboafo files completed nomination forms to contest Council of State election: Chief of Agric Nzema in Ashanti Region, Nana Nkansah Boadu Ayeboafo, has submitted his completed nomination forms for election as Ashanti Regional representative to the Council of State. He delivered it in person on Tuesday, 28th January, 2025 to the Regional Office of the Electoral Commission. Accompanying him were Bafour Kantankrankyi (linguist of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II), Hon. Mavis Nkansah Boadu (Member of Parliament for Afigya Sekyere East Constituency) and other eminent traditional leaders. Satisfying all requirements stipulated by EC, his forms were accepted and…

NDC, PRESIDENT APPOINTS SEVEN (7) MEMBER COMMITTEE TO VERT CANDIDATES FOR MMDCE’S NOD:

Council of state elections: OF PRESIDING MEMBERS PETITIONS EC, REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL Against Violation of the 1992 Constitution: Conference of the Presiding Members,Ashanti region on Friday,31st January  2025 petitioned the electoral commission of Ghana,Ashanti region and the against violation of the 1992 Constitution. Ashanti regional coordinating council  We the undersigned, respectfully petition your reputable office that, some National Democratic Congress (NDC) party officials in collaboration with some coordinating Directors are attempting to send different names other than those nominated by the various Assemblies to the Regional coordinating council for onward submission to the Regional office of the Electoral commission to…

A/R: Public urged to unite for elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has commemorated this year’s World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day under the theme, “Unite, Act, Eliminate.” Observed annually on January 30th, the event aims to raise awareness and accelerate efforts to eradicate these often-overlooked diseases. Neglected tropical diseases are a diverse group of conditions caused by various pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi, and toxins. These diseases, which include leprosy, lymphatic filariasis, schistosomiasis, and rabies, disproportionately affect impoverished communities in tropical areas, resulting in devastating health, social, and economic…

Emmanuel Agyekum, two others approved by Parliament. Parliament has approved the nomination of Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, Kenneth Adjei, and Linda Ocloo as ministers in various capacities following a debate on the report submitted by the Appointments Committee. The approval follows a vetting process in which members of both sides of the House scrutinised the nominees’ qualifications and suitability for their respective roles. The newly approved ministers-designate are expected to bring their expertise and leadership to their respective portfolios, contributing to national development and government policy implementation. Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum has been nominated as Minister of State-designate for Special Initiatives, Kenneth…