Take a look at any news source today and you’ll see the name of Libya’s de facto leader, Muammar al-Gaddafi. Look a little closer and you’ll see a multitude of spellings for the notorious politician’s surname such as Gaddafi, Kadafi and Qaddafi. Why does a name that has been making headlines for decades have so many varied spellings?
Transliteration is the reason – the transcription of a word, or in this case a name, into corresponding letters of another alphabet. Written Arabic is oftentimes unvocalized – in other words the vowels are rarely written out and must be furnished by a reader familiar with the language. As with Chinese and Hindi, the Arabic script contains a copious amount of diacritics – dots and accents added to a letter to change the sound. Add to this, there seems to be an absence of any sort of authority for transliterating Arabic names.
The Arabic language is one of the most widely spoken Semitic languages in the world and the pronunciation of words may vary with different linguistic varieties of the language. Even among Arabic speakers, Arabic of North Africa is often incomprehensible to an Arabic speaker from the Gulf Region.
A famous roadblock for any Arabic to English translator is the Arabic pronunciation of the letter “G,” as in “good.” Since such a sound does not exist in the Arabic language, the first letter of “Gaddafi” can be replaced with a “q”, “k” or “gh” sound. This helps to explain the numerous interpretations for “Gaddafi.”
The variation of spelling may depend on what news source you choose to gather your information from. The Associated Press and CNN favor “Gadhafi”, The New York Times spells it “el-Qaddafi” and the Los Angeles Times uses “Kadafi.” Interestingly, Al Jazeera, which uses “Gaddafi”, does not use the “el” article in the name while the New York Times does.
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Saturday, February 26, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
‘LIBYA’ MIGHT HIT GHANA
An Economic Consultant Dr. Kwamina Essilfie Adjaye has caution that the level of unemployment coupled with the high cost of living can make the Ghanaians hit the street to demonstrate against constitutional reform as been witness in Libya, Egypt and Tunisia.
He explains that the Libyan situation can possible happen in the country if authorities do not take curious effort to tackle the economic challenges in the country.
Dr. Kwabena Essilfie Adjaye says the youth are behind all the demonstrations in the North African states therefore if they are not employed the situation can prevail in Ghana.
If government continues to neglect the about 2 million people who are either unemployed or economically inactive, the country might "do an Egypt or Libya", according to Dr. Kwabena Essilfie Adjaye.
Dr. Kwabena Essilfie Adjaye predict that if governments fail to provide jobs for the youth in the next decade then the country should be ready to embrace riots.
Dr. Essilfie was referring to the recent protests in Cairo and Libya by the nation's youth against poverty and unemployment.
However, a Labour Consultant Austin Gamey believes that the situation prevailing in Libya cannot happen in the country.
He explains that the fact that there is unemployment situation is not as terrible as people try to make it seems.
Austin Gamey notes that there might be people who will feel bad about the situation but says it cannot make people hit the streets as in Libya or Egypt.
Story: Samuel Mantey
He explains that the Libyan situation can possible happen in the country if authorities do not take curious effort to tackle the economic challenges in the country.
Dr. Kwabena Essilfie Adjaye says the youth are behind all the demonstrations in the North African states therefore if they are not employed the situation can prevail in Ghana.
If government continues to neglect the about 2 million people who are either unemployed or economically inactive, the country might "do an Egypt or Libya", according to Dr. Kwabena Essilfie Adjaye.
Dr. Kwabena Essilfie Adjaye predict that if governments fail to provide jobs for the youth in the next decade then the country should be ready to embrace riots.
Dr. Essilfie was referring to the recent protests in Cairo and Libya by the nation's youth against poverty and unemployment.
However, a Labour Consultant Austin Gamey believes that the situation prevailing in Libya cannot happen in the country.
He explains that the fact that there is unemployment situation is not as terrible as people try to make it seems.
Austin Gamey notes that there might be people who will feel bad about the situation but says it cannot make people hit the streets as in Libya or Egypt.
Story: Samuel Mantey
MORE RAINS TO HIT THE COUNTRY
The Principal Metrological Officer at the Ghana Metrological Agency, Togbe Tiameko has predicted more rains to hit the country in the coming weeks.
He explains that even though we are in the dry season due to the interaction between the dry air in the east into the sea.
He says if the situation does not change then the country should expect similar situation in the coming days.
Togbe Tiameko caution the public that a moderate to severe rainstorm observed over Togo and moving steadily westward was expected to give rise to squally rain in the country.
Meanwhile The Greater Accra Regional Coordinator of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), Mr. Winfred Tesia says they are assessing the extent of damage caused by the down pour.
He says NADMO will launch a nationwide clean up exercise early March to clear choked gutters before the rainy season begins.
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He explains that even though we are in the dry season due to the interaction between the dry air in the east into the sea.
He says if the situation does not change then the country should expect similar situation in the coming days.
Togbe Tiameko caution the public that a moderate to severe rainstorm observed over Togo and moving steadily westward was expected to give rise to squally rain in the country.
Meanwhile The Greater Accra Regional Coordinator of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), Mr. Winfred Tesia says they are assessing the extent of damage caused by the down pour.
He says NADMO will launch a nationwide clean up exercise early March to clear choked gutters before the rainy season begins.
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
RAWLINGS REFUSE TO ACCEPT KUFOUR’S INVITATION TO THE CASTLE
The former Minister of Interior in the erstwhile Kuffour government and a Prominent Lawyer, Nana Obiri Boahen says former President Kuffour officially invited President John Rawlings to the Castle but the latter refuse to accept the invitation.
Nana Obiri Boahen recounts that during the Ghana @50 celebration and Kofi Annan’s visit to the country as the General Secretary of the United Nations President Kuffour invited Rawlings but he refused to show up on both occasions.
He explains that both Presidents held series of meetings when Kuffour assumed power but later the relationship broke up due to the numerous insults by the former President Rawlings.
Nana Obiri Boahene however congratulated President Mills for setting the pace for other countries and politicians to follow.
He notes that it was unfortunate for Candidate Mills not to accept similar invitation by Kuffour to the Castle when he was the then candidate of the NDC.
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Nana Obiri Boahen recounts that during the Ghana @50 celebration and Kofi Annan’s visit to the country as the General Secretary of the United Nations President Kuffour invited Rawlings but he refused to show up on both occasions.
He explains that both Presidents held series of meetings when Kuffour assumed power but later the relationship broke up due to the numerous insults by the former President Rawlings.
Nana Obiri Boahene however congratulated President Mills for setting the pace for other countries and politicians to follow.
He notes that it was unfortunate for Candidate Mills not to accept similar invitation by Kuffour to the Castle when he was the then candidate of the NDC.
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GOVERNMENT NEGOTIATES 30 PER CENT OF LOCAL CONTRACTS FOR CABLE MANUFACTURERS
The Deputy Minister of Energy, Alhassan Fusieni says government has negotiated for 30 per cent of local content participation in the execution of electrical contracts in the energy sector.
He explains that local cable manufacturers will be given a 30 per cent in all wiring of state constructions to promote the local industry.
The Minister gave the assurance when he led a delegation from the Energy Ministry to pay a working visit at Nexans Kablemetal Ghana Limited in Tema.
Alhassan Fusieni says the initiative is to protect local market from sub-standard and under pricing foreign producers such as the Chinese and the Indians.
He explains that the influx of sub-standard cables have led to many fire outbreaks in homes and industries.
Mr. Alhassan Fuseini also emphasized plans for the rural electrification project, saying that by 2030 the whole country will have access to electricity.
The Managing Director of Nexans Kablemetal Ghana Limited, Dr Emmanuel Annan urges the government to pass the local Content Policy to promote and secure Ghanaian jobs and future prosperity of the country.
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He explains that local cable manufacturers will be given a 30 per cent in all wiring of state constructions to promote the local industry.
The Minister gave the assurance when he led a delegation from the Energy Ministry to pay a working visit at Nexans Kablemetal Ghana Limited in Tema.
Alhassan Fusieni says the initiative is to protect local market from sub-standard and under pricing foreign producers such as the Chinese and the Indians.
He explains that the influx of sub-standard cables have led to many fire outbreaks in homes and industries.
Mr. Alhassan Fuseini also emphasized plans for the rural electrification project, saying that by 2030 the whole country will have access to electricity.
The Managing Director of Nexans Kablemetal Ghana Limited, Dr Emmanuel Annan urges the government to pass the local Content Policy to promote and secure Ghanaian jobs and future prosperity of the country.
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Okudzeto-Ablakwa: Red alert is to protect Ghanaians from war-mongers
The Deputy Minister of Information, Samuel Okudjeto-Ablakwa has explained that the Security red alert issued by the President in his State of the Nation address to Pprliament last Thursday, is to assure the public of government's resolve to provide full protection from any individual or group of persons who would like to jeopardize the security of the state.
Mr. Okudzeto-Ablakwa said the President had nothing to hide when he made those statements but to re-affirm his commitment to protect the citizens of the country.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem on Tuesday, the Deputy Minister emphasized that the security agencies have been empowered to arrest anybody who threatens the security of the entire nation by whatever means.
According to him, even though some reasonable persons within the NPP are reported to have advised Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to withdraw his “all die be die” comment and apologize to the nation, he has refused to do so.
“The whole matter of ‘all die be die’ would have died if Nana Addo had apologized” he stressed.
Mr. Ablakwa told host of Dwaso Nsem Adakabre Frimpong Manso that the Communications Director of Nana Addo’s 2008 campaign team, Dr. Kobina Arthur Kennedy is reported to have advised Nana Addo in a newspaper article, to apologize for igniting the youth but the flagbearer is yet to do so.
“Those who fail to understand the President’s statement on Red Alert are definitely those who are jeopardizing the security of the nation”.
“Politicians should be mindful of what they say because honestly most Ghanaians feel unsafe ahead of the elections”, the Deputy Information Minister emphasized.
Meanwhile, the 2008 Communications Director of Nana Addo’s Campaign team, Dr. Kobina Arthur Kennedy has denied ever calling on Nana Addo to apologize.
Dr. Arthur Kennedy explained that what he said in the said article which was published in the Ghanaian Chronicle and Daily Guide newspapers titled “Hypocrisy in politics”, was to urge Nana Akuffo-Addo to come out and explain vividly what he meant by the “all die be die” comment, which he did in his press conference in Ho on Monday.
Arthur Kennedy stressed that the President failed to exhibit good leadership by putting the security on red alert.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Mr. Okudzeto-Ablakwa said the President had nothing to hide when he made those statements but to re-affirm his commitment to protect the citizens of the country.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem on Tuesday, the Deputy Minister emphasized that the security agencies have been empowered to arrest anybody who threatens the security of the entire nation by whatever means.
According to him, even though some reasonable persons within the NPP are reported to have advised Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to withdraw his “all die be die” comment and apologize to the nation, he has refused to do so.
“The whole matter of ‘all die be die’ would have died if Nana Addo had apologized” he stressed.
Mr. Ablakwa told host of Dwaso Nsem Adakabre Frimpong Manso that the Communications Director of Nana Addo’s 2008 campaign team, Dr. Kobina Arthur Kennedy is reported to have advised Nana Addo in a newspaper article, to apologize for igniting the youth but the flagbearer is yet to do so.
“Those who fail to understand the President’s statement on Red Alert are definitely those who are jeopardizing the security of the nation”.
“Politicians should be mindful of what they say because honestly most Ghanaians feel unsafe ahead of the elections”, the Deputy Information Minister emphasized.
Meanwhile, the 2008 Communications Director of Nana Addo’s Campaign team, Dr. Kobina Arthur Kennedy has denied ever calling on Nana Addo to apologize.
Dr. Arthur Kennedy explained that what he said in the said article which was published in the Ghanaian Chronicle and Daily Guide newspapers titled “Hypocrisy in politics”, was to urge Nana Akuffo-Addo to come out and explain vividly what he meant by the “all die be die” comment, which he did in his press conference in Ho on Monday.
Arthur Kennedy stressed that the President failed to exhibit good leadership by putting the security on red alert.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Linguistic Expert: Non documented languages will soon fade out
The Head of Linguistics at the University of Ghana Legon, Prof. Kofi Agyekum says the non documented Ghanaian languages are on the verge of fading out, if proper measures are not taken to preserve and promote them.
The United Nations has estimated that about half of the world’s 6,000 languages are endangered and might fade out.
But Prof. Agyakum, popularly known as “Opanyin Agyakum” says out of the 45 of the about 200 languages in Ghana documented, only 11 are taught in the classroom.
He therefore warned that many languages in the country may soon collapse.
Opanyin Agyekum in an interview on Adom News suggested that the educational system should be reviewed, to make way for the compulsory teaching of local languages at the Senior High Schools.
He said “it is virtually nonsense” for the education system to require a pass in English as a basis in entering the tertiary level.
He tasked the media, especially radio stations to have a special bulletin for local language.
The Linguistics Expert says Ghanaians should be proud of their language and encourage their children to study their mother tongues.
Meanwhile the Kontihene of Sunyani in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nana Boamponsem admits that the “Bono” language may soon fade out because the Chiefs do not speak the language.
He says most people are not proud of their language hence very soon the language will collapse.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
The United Nations has estimated that about half of the world’s 6,000 languages are endangered and might fade out.
But Prof. Agyakum, popularly known as “Opanyin Agyakum” says out of the 45 of the about 200 languages in Ghana documented, only 11 are taught in the classroom.
He therefore warned that many languages in the country may soon collapse.
Opanyin Agyekum in an interview on Adom News suggested that the educational system should be reviewed, to make way for the compulsory teaching of local languages at the Senior High Schools.
He said “it is virtually nonsense” for the education system to require a pass in English as a basis in entering the tertiary level.
He tasked the media, especially radio stations to have a special bulletin for local language.
The Linguistics Expert says Ghanaians should be proud of their language and encourage their children to study their mother tongues.
Meanwhile the Kontihene of Sunyani in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nana Boamponsem admits that the “Bono” language may soon fade out because the Chiefs do not speak the language.
He says most people are not proud of their language hence very soon the language will collapse.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Monday, February 21, 2011
Information Minister: Akufo-Addo is desperate to be president
The Minister of Information, John Akologo Tia has described the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party as a frustrated and desperate person who does not merit his position as the leader of the main opposition group.
Mr. Tia stressed that Nana Akufo-Addo’s “war-mongering” statement was made out of frustration and a refusal to accept the fact that he has already lost the 2012 elections in advance.
"He should realize that he is not the only person who wants to be President in Ghana. Is the NPP the only political party in the country which is contesting the presidential elections? Why should he use words like 'all die be die'? He is only desperate because his days in politics are numbered," the Information Minister declared.
John Tia defended President Mills’ comment on Nana’s ‘all die be die’ statement explaining that, as the President who is responsible for Ghanaians' wellbeing and peace he is mandated to reply Nana Akufo-Addo.
“The President took an oath to defend the nation; he is also the father of the country so the President is responsible for the security of the nation,” Mr. Tia told Adakabre Frimpong Manso host of Adom Fm’s Dwaso Nsem on Monday.
He said the President was not reacting to any mere statement but was responding to issues concerning the security of the nation.
“President Mills is the father of the nation so if any group or individual wants to disturb the peace of the nation, he has the right to wake up and tell them,” he emphasized.
The Information Minister noted that the President’s choice of words such as “war mongering, evil doers” were right in replying the "desperate" flagbearer of the NPP.
He said ever since Nana Addo made those statements he never explained the meaning of those words and has never apologized.
Meanwhile, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party Nana Akufo-Adoo is expected to meet the Press on Monday at the Freedom Hotel in Ho, to respond to President Mills’ State of the Nation Address.
Story: Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Mr. Tia stressed that Nana Akufo-Addo’s “war-mongering” statement was made out of frustration and a refusal to accept the fact that he has already lost the 2012 elections in advance.
"He should realize that he is not the only person who wants to be President in Ghana. Is the NPP the only political party in the country which is contesting the presidential elections? Why should he use words like 'all die be die'? He is only desperate because his days in politics are numbered," the Information Minister declared.
John Tia defended President Mills’ comment on Nana’s ‘all die be die’ statement explaining that, as the President who is responsible for Ghanaians' wellbeing and peace he is mandated to reply Nana Akufo-Addo.
“The President took an oath to defend the nation; he is also the father of the country so the President is responsible for the security of the nation,” Mr. Tia told Adakabre Frimpong Manso host of Adom Fm’s Dwaso Nsem on Monday.
He said the President was not reacting to any mere statement but was responding to issues concerning the security of the nation.
“President Mills is the father of the nation so if any group or individual wants to disturb the peace of the nation, he has the right to wake up and tell them,” he emphasized.
The Information Minister noted that the President’s choice of words such as “war mongering, evil doers” were right in replying the "desperate" flagbearer of the NPP.
He said ever since Nana Addo made those statements he never explained the meaning of those words and has never apologized.
Meanwhile, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party Nana Akufo-Adoo is expected to meet the Press on Monday at the Freedom Hotel in Ho, to respond to President Mills’ State of the Nation Address.
Story: Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Sunday, February 20, 2011
KRISTO ASAFO URGE GOVERNMENT TO INVEST IN TECHNOLOGY
The Ashaiman Area Head of the Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, Pastor Kwaku Ekuamoah urge government to invest in the private sector especially Science and Technology for the rapid development of the country.
Pastor Kwaku Ekuamoah explains that the country can only meet the Millennium Development Goals if they invest in the Private sector as it is the engine of growth in the country.
He made this statement when the Greater Accra Regional Branches of the church organized a cleanup exercise at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Tema General Hospital and the Pantang Psychiatric Hospitals as part of their 40 year anniversary of the church.
Pastor Kwaku Ekuamoah has urge government to include the Mental Challenge and those with other disabilities to the National Health Insurance Scheme to make health care accessible to all.
He explains that a nation cannot develop without good health of its citizens.
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Pastor Kwaku Ekuamoah explains that the country can only meet the Millennium Development Goals if they invest in the Private sector as it is the engine of growth in the country.
He made this statement when the Greater Accra Regional Branches of the church organized a cleanup exercise at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Tema General Hospital and the Pantang Psychiatric Hospitals as part of their 40 year anniversary of the church.
Pastor Kwaku Ekuamoah has urge government to include the Mental Challenge and those with other disabilities to the National Health Insurance Scheme to make health care accessible to all.
He explains that a nation cannot develop without good health of its citizens.
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GHANAIANS IN LIBYA PLEADS FOR GOVERNMENT SUPPORT
Ghanaians in Libya are calling on the government to immediately convey them from Libya. They explain that most Ghanaians might not be able to travel back home because of financial problems.
Nana and his colleague George tells Adom news that Benghazi where most Ghanaians reside has been a leading focus of protests against Col Gaddafi's rule and therefore the government should intervene to convey them back to the country.
According to some Ghanaians they have been locked in their various homes due to the ongoing unrest in the country.
Human Rights Watch says at least 173 people have been killed and 900 wounded in Libya since demonstrations began on Wednesday.
Some of the Ghanaians narrate their ordeal with Adom news.
However, the Foreign Affairs Minister Alhaji Mohammed Mumuni decline to comment on the issues.
He explains that until the Ghana Libya Mission officially investigates the situation and submit their reports they he cannot make a statement on the situation.
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Nana and his colleague George tells Adom news that Benghazi where most Ghanaians reside has been a leading focus of protests against Col Gaddafi's rule and therefore the government should intervene to convey them back to the country.
According to some Ghanaians they have been locked in their various homes due to the ongoing unrest in the country.
Human Rights Watch says at least 173 people have been killed and 900 wounded in Libya since demonstrations began on Wednesday.
Some of the Ghanaians narrate their ordeal with Adom news.
However, the Foreign Affairs Minister Alhaji Mohammed Mumuni decline to comment on the issues.
He explains that until the Ghana Libya Mission officially investigates the situation and submit their reports they he cannot make a statement on the situation.
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Saturday, February 19, 2011
141 MORE HOUSEHOLDS TO BE RELOCATED FOR BUI DAM PROJECT
The Assistant Resettlement Engineer at the Bui Power Plant, Sandra Kesewah says due to the ongoing construction of the Bui Dam about 141 more houses will be relocated to pave way for the immediate completion of the project.
She made those comments when the Bui Dam Authority relocated about three communities who were leaving on the banks of the Bui River.
Sandra Kesewah explains that as part of the relocation they have instituted income support to compensate farmlands and properties which were lost.
She explains some few issues in the relocation drive.
People who were vacated due to the construction of the Bui Hydro Power plant in the Brong Ahafo region have express their gratefulness for the smooth arrangement of their relocation.
According to them government have constructed a new bungalow with consideration of the number of each family.
They tell Adom news that their new settlement Dorkoyia village has basic amenities and thus they have reason to refuse such offer.
However, speaking to our reporter Kwaku Abrampa of Ark fm the District Chief Executive of Tain Jones Samuel Tawiah thanked Bui Power Authority and the government for the good work done.
He explains that the road network in the community will be completed to make the area accessible.
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She made those comments when the Bui Dam Authority relocated about three communities who were leaving on the banks of the Bui River.
Sandra Kesewah explains that as part of the relocation they have instituted income support to compensate farmlands and properties which were lost.
She explains some few issues in the relocation drive.
People who were vacated due to the construction of the Bui Hydro Power plant in the Brong Ahafo region have express their gratefulness for the smooth arrangement of their relocation.
According to them government have constructed a new bungalow with consideration of the number of each family.
They tell Adom news that their new settlement Dorkoyia village has basic amenities and thus they have reason to refuse such offer.
However, speaking to our reporter Kwaku Abrampa of Ark fm the District Chief Executive of Tain Jones Samuel Tawiah thanked Bui Power Authority and the government for the good work done.
He explains that the road network in the community will be completed to make the area accessible.
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ADENTA CITIZENS DENIED WATER SITUATION SOLVED
The People of Adenta and its environs have express their disappointment in the President for claiming that he has solved the water situation in the community.
A visit to the township indicates that the situation still prevails and that the people were shocked to have heard the president assured the public that his government has solve the water situation.
It could be recalled that President Mills stated that The Kwanyako-Kasoa Water Interconnection Project has brought relief to the people of Kasoa, Awutu, Senya Beraku, Gomoa Fetteh and its environs.
Some people who spoke with adom news denied the statement made by the President.
According to them Politicians have always promise them that will solve their situation but little has been to solve the situation.
A visit to the township indicates that the situation still prevails and that the people were shocked to have heard the president assured the public that his government has solve the water situation.
It could be recalled that President Mills stated that The Kwanyako-Kasoa Water Interconnection Project has brought relief to the people of Kasoa, Awutu, Senya Beraku, Gomoa Fetteh and its environs.
Some people who spoke with adom news denied the statement made by the President.
According to them Politicians have always promise them that will solve their situation but little has been to solve the situation.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Minority Leader: I am not mandated to escort President:
Minority Leader Osei Kyei Mensah Bonsu says there is no standing order that stipulates that the Minority leader should appear before any committee for refusing to escort the President.
The Minority leader was responding to the call by deputy Minister of Information Samuel Okujeto Ablakwa suggesting that he should be immediately be summoned to the Privileges committee to answer for his refusal to be part of the procession team to escort the president after he addressed the nation in Parliament yesterday.
Mr. Okudzeto Ablakwa says it is the first time in history that the Minority leader has refused to comply with Standing orders in parliament.
He stressed even though the Minority disagrees with the President they should not have behaved as they did yesterday.
Mr. Ablakwa said Osei Kyei Mensah decision to refuse to escort the president was an insult to the President and the People of Ghana.
‘This is what the democracy is all about, we should agree to disagree but if the Minority leader refused to comply with standing order in Parliament then he is not worth his position’ he added.
However, Mr. Kyei Mensah Bonsu tells Adom News in an interview that the Vice President then Member of Parliament for Bole, refused to recognise President Kufour when he addressed the state of the nation in the year 2000.
He challenged the Deputy Minister of Information to go back and study the standing orders in Parliament but not to expose his ignorance.
Story: Samuel Mantey
The Minority leader was responding to the call by deputy Minister of Information Samuel Okujeto Ablakwa suggesting that he should be immediately be summoned to the Privileges committee to answer for his refusal to be part of the procession team to escort the president after he addressed the nation in Parliament yesterday.
Mr. Okudzeto Ablakwa says it is the first time in history that the Minority leader has refused to comply with Standing orders in parliament.
He stressed even though the Minority disagrees with the President they should not have behaved as they did yesterday.
Mr. Ablakwa said Osei Kyei Mensah decision to refuse to escort the president was an insult to the President and the People of Ghana.
‘This is what the democracy is all about, we should agree to disagree but if the Minority leader refused to comply with standing order in Parliament then he is not worth his position’ he added.
However, Mr. Kyei Mensah Bonsu tells Adom News in an interview that the Vice President then Member of Parliament for Bole, refused to recognise President Kufour when he addressed the state of the nation in the year 2000.
He challenged the Deputy Minister of Information to go back and study the standing orders in Parliament but not to expose his ignorance.
Story: Samuel Mantey
Okujeto Ablakwa: Mills’ failure to recognize Chief Justice was human error
Okujeto Ablakwa: Mills’ failure to recognize Chief Justice was human error
The Deputy Minister of Education, Samuel Okujeto Ablakwa has apologized for President Mills’ failure to recognise the Chief Justice Georgina Theodora Wood and Former President Kuffour in his acknowledgement.
Samuel Ablakwa said in an interview on Adom News on Thursday shortly after the President’s speech that “it was unfortunate the President mistakenly forgot to notice the presence of such personalities” but explained that it was due to human error.
“The president is a human being and is subjected to human error so we should rather concentrate on other issues” he stressed.
This is the third time the President is addressing the nation and thus such mistakes should be left off the records, Ablakwa added.
The Deputy Information Minister was reacting to President Mills’ third state of the address which he forgot to acknowledge the presence of chief Justice Georgina Wood.
Samuel Ablakwa noted that the Castle never expected former President Kuffour to be at the function hence President Mills did not notice his presence.
However, the Member of Parliament of Asante Akyem North Kwame Anim-Antwi stressed that the Minority loudly called the attention of the President but he intentional refused to pay attention.
According to Mr. Anim-Antwi, the President intentionally did not acknowledge them and has no excuse.
“This amounted to Killing the Cat”, the MP stated.
Kwame Anim-Antwi explains that the original speech of the President did not acknowledge the Chief Justice hence the President must immediately apologize.
He said there are three arms of government namely the Legislature, Executive and the Judiciary so for the President to forget to recognize the Judiciary it amounts to infringement of the constitution.
He emphasized that President Mills’ state of the nation’s address was divisive and partisan.
Story: Samuel Mantey/Adom News
The Deputy Minister of Education, Samuel Okujeto Ablakwa has apologized for President Mills’ failure to recognise the Chief Justice Georgina Theodora Wood and Former President Kuffour in his acknowledgement.
Samuel Ablakwa said in an interview on Adom News on Thursday shortly after the President’s speech that “it was unfortunate the President mistakenly forgot to notice the presence of such personalities” but explained that it was due to human error.
“The president is a human being and is subjected to human error so we should rather concentrate on other issues” he stressed.
This is the third time the President is addressing the nation and thus such mistakes should be left off the records, Ablakwa added.
The Deputy Information Minister was reacting to President Mills’ third state of the address which he forgot to acknowledge the presence of chief Justice Georgina Wood.
Samuel Ablakwa noted that the Castle never expected former President Kuffour to be at the function hence President Mills did not notice his presence.
However, the Member of Parliament of Asante Akyem North Kwame Anim-Antwi stressed that the Minority loudly called the attention of the President but he intentional refused to pay attention.
According to Mr. Anim-Antwi, the President intentionally did not acknowledge them and has no excuse.
“This amounted to Killing the Cat”, the MP stated.
Kwame Anim-Antwi explains that the original speech of the President did not acknowledge the Chief Justice hence the President must immediately apologize.
He said there are three arms of government namely the Legislature, Executive and the Judiciary so for the President to forget to recognize the Judiciary it amounts to infringement of the constitution.
He emphasized that President Mills’ state of the nation’s address was divisive and partisan.
Story: Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Bernard Mornnah: Minority are disrespectful
The General Secretary of the People’s National Convention, Bernard Mornah has expressed disappointment Parliamentarians saying that the legislators were only concerned with their Ghc7,000 salary proposal but not the details of proceedings in the house.
“The Parliamentarians are only concern with their allowances and salary increment and do not concentrate on the developmental issues in the country”.
Bernard Mornah explained that the Parliamentarians showed gross disrespect to the President, a situation he described as unusual especially when he was delivering the state of the nation's address.
Speaking on ‘Dwaso Nsem’ on Adom FM on Friday, Mr. Mornah referred to the behaviour as childish and uncalled for.
"The minority especially behaved like some class one pupils studying under a tree. This attitude should not have been exhibited in Parliament", he stressed.
Bernard Mornah added, “the constitution stipulates that the President must address the state once in Parliament annually, so if the minority will not respect the office of the president then the country’s future is deeply at risk."
The General Secretary of the PNC made those comments after the Minority Caucus hooted at the President while the
Minority leader also refused to escort President Mills shortly after he ended his speech.
He concluded that the Parliamentarians do not deserve to be role models if they continue to exhibit disrespect to the office of the President.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
“The Parliamentarians are only concern with their allowances and salary increment and do not concentrate on the developmental issues in the country”.
Bernard Mornah explained that the Parliamentarians showed gross disrespect to the President, a situation he described as unusual especially when he was delivering the state of the nation's address.
Speaking on ‘Dwaso Nsem’ on Adom FM on Friday, Mr. Mornah referred to the behaviour as childish and uncalled for.
"The minority especially behaved like some class one pupils studying under a tree. This attitude should not have been exhibited in Parliament", he stressed.
Bernard Mornah added, “the constitution stipulates that the President must address the state once in Parliament annually, so if the minority will not respect the office of the president then the country’s future is deeply at risk."
The General Secretary of the PNC made those comments after the Minority Caucus hooted at the President while the
Minority leader also refused to escort President Mills shortly after he ended his speech.
He concluded that the Parliamentarians do not deserve to be role models if they continue to exhibit disrespect to the office of the President.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
Bernard Mornnah: Minority are disrespectful
The General Secretary of the People’s National Convention, Bernard Mornah has expressed disappointment Parliamentarians saying that the legislators were only concerned with their Ghc7,000 salary proposal but not the details of proceedings in the house.
“The Parliamentarians are only concern with their allowances and salary increment and do not concentrate on the developmental issues in the country”.
Bernard Mornah explained that the Parliamentarians showed gross disrespect to the President, a situation he described as unusual especially when he was delivering the state of the nation's address.
Speaking on ‘Dwaso Nsem’ on Adom FM on Friday, Mr. Mornah referred to the behaviour as childish and uncalled for.
"The minority especially behaved like some class one pupils studying under a tree. This attitude should not have been exhibited in Parliament", he stressed.
Bernard Mornah added, “the constitution stipulates that the President must address the state once in Parliament annually, so if the minority will not respect the office of the president then the country’s future is deeply at risk."
The General Secretary of the PNC made those comments after the Minority Caucus hooted at the President while the
Minority leader also refused to escort President Mills shortly after he ended his speech.
He concluded that the Parliamentarians do not deserve to be role models if they continue to exhibit disrespect to the office of the President.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
“The Parliamentarians are only concern with their allowances and salary increment and do not concentrate on the developmental issues in the country”.
Bernard Mornah explained that the Parliamentarians showed gross disrespect to the President, a situation he described as unusual especially when he was delivering the state of the nation's address.
Speaking on ‘Dwaso Nsem’ on Adom FM on Friday, Mr. Mornah referred to the behaviour as childish and uncalled for.
"The minority especially behaved like some class one pupils studying under a tree. This attitude should not have been exhibited in Parliament", he stressed.
Bernard Mornah added, “the constitution stipulates that the President must address the state once in Parliament annually, so if the minority will not respect the office of the president then the country’s future is deeply at risk."
The General Secretary of the PNC made those comments after the Minority Caucus hooted at the President while the
Minority leader also refused to escort President Mills shortly after he ended his speech.
He concluded that the Parliamentarians do not deserve to be role models if they continue to exhibit disrespect to the office of the President.
Story by Samuel Mantey/Adom News
MINORITY ATTITUDE IN PARLIAMENT WAS UNCALLED FOR
The deputy Minister of Education, J. S. Annan has expressed disappointment in the attitude of the Minority in Parliament when the President was delivering the State of the Nation Address.
According to him the Minority showed gross disrespect to the President especially when the President was being ushered out of Parliament.
He explains that the Minority’s attitude is not worth it and does not portray them as good role models.
J. S. Annan noted that the Minority Leader refusal to join the leadership of the house to see the president off was also uncalled for.
Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament of Asante Akyem North, Kwame Anim Antwi says the President used his address to cast insinuations at the NPP flag bearer, Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo over his infamous ‘all die by die’ comments.
He explains that the President took the statement of Nana Addo out of context and thus the President had no business using the state of the nation address to comment on what someone outside Parliament had said.
Kwame Anim Antwi says this was the reason why they reacted to the president the way they did.
According to him the Minority showed gross disrespect to the President especially when the President was being ushered out of Parliament.
He explains that the Minority’s attitude is not worth it and does not portray them as good role models.
J. S. Annan noted that the Minority Leader refusal to join the leadership of the house to see the president off was also uncalled for.
Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament of Asante Akyem North, Kwame Anim Antwi says the President used his address to cast insinuations at the NPP flag bearer, Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo over his infamous ‘all die by die’ comments.
He explains that the President took the statement of Nana Addo out of context and thus the President had no business using the state of the nation address to comment on what someone outside Parliament had said.
Kwame Anim Antwi says this was the reason why they reacted to the president the way they did.
PRESIDENT DEMEANOR IN PARLIAMENT
Whiles President Mills was delivering his third State of the Nation Address in Parliament Adom News team kept a close watch on his demeanor, mannerisms, reactions from the floor of the house and other unusual events that took place during the address.
TIME
President is one of the few heads of states that stress on time management, and He demonstrated this by arriving on time exactly at 10: 00am.
APPEARANCE
The President appeared in a black suit with blue tie, but most Parliamentarians were in traditional wear.
The president looked healthy as he sang National Anthem across the line.
GREETINGS
President Mills did not recognize the Chief Justice, Former President Kuffour and the diplomatic corps in his opening acknowledgement, but in closing remarks acknowledged the former president and the diplomatic corps, but still left out the Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Georgina Wood.
Critics say that was very unusual and looked calculated to register the president’s disapproval for the Chief Justice who has been accused of sympathizing with the opposition NPP.
HEALTH
President Mills still have dark palms, which has been linked to medication for his sinus ailment. His voice went raspy and kept cracking so he had to drink water on three occasions, on the 27th minute, 36th minute and 60th minute during his which lasted for exactly 1hour, 9minutes and 21 seconds.
SPEECH
The President read only the two paragraphs of the 70-page speech he was given and presented the rest of the address extempore.
But the address did not go without the usual slips that the president has come to be known for.
TIME
President is one of the few heads of states that stress on time management, and He demonstrated this by arriving on time exactly at 10: 00am.
APPEARANCE
The President appeared in a black suit with blue tie, but most Parliamentarians were in traditional wear.
The president looked healthy as he sang National Anthem across the line.
GREETINGS
President Mills did not recognize the Chief Justice, Former President Kuffour and the diplomatic corps in his opening acknowledgement, but in closing remarks acknowledged the former president and the diplomatic corps, but still left out the Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Georgina Wood.
Critics say that was very unusual and looked calculated to register the president’s disapproval for the Chief Justice who has been accused of sympathizing with the opposition NPP.
HEALTH
President Mills still have dark palms, which has been linked to medication for his sinus ailment. His voice went raspy and kept cracking so he had to drink water on three occasions, on the 27th minute, 36th minute and 60th minute during his which lasted for exactly 1hour, 9minutes and 21 seconds.
SPEECH
The President read only the two paragraphs of the 70-page speech he was given and presented the rest of the address extempore.
But the address did not go without the usual slips that the president has come to be known for.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
PUBLIC CRIES FOR MORE REDUCTION IN TARRIFS
The public are calling on the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) to reduce utility tariffs further.
According to them government has increased fuel prices on numerous occasions and thus the PURC should reduce the tariffs to suite the current hardship in the economy.
The reaction came after the PURC announced reductions on water and electricity tariffs as a result of reduction in the cost of production.
The new tariffs will take effect from the first week of March to May 31, 2011.
The Senior Public Relations and External Manager of PURC, Nana Yaa Jantuah explains that electricity consumers who falls within the lifeline with the consumption level ranging from 0-50 units will pay GH₵9.50, representing no change from the June figure. Consumers between 51-150 will now pay 15.95 pesewa per unit instead of 17 pesewas previously.
The category of consumers between 151-300 will pay the same amount. Those consuming between 301 and 600 units will now pay 20.70 pesewas as against 21 pesewas previously
For water, residential consumers who use between 0-200 gallons will pay 79.05pesewa per gallon as against 80 pesewas while consumers of 200 gallons plus, will pay 118.50 pesewas per gallon instead of 120 pesewas.
Non-residential consumers are expected to pay 168.45, reduced from 180 previously.
However, the public urge government to periodically reduce not only utility tariffs but also fuel prices.
According to them government has increased fuel prices on numerous occasions and thus the PURC should reduce the tariffs to suite the current hardship in the economy.
The reaction came after the PURC announced reductions on water and electricity tariffs as a result of reduction in the cost of production.
The new tariffs will take effect from the first week of March to May 31, 2011.
The Senior Public Relations and External Manager of PURC, Nana Yaa Jantuah explains that electricity consumers who falls within the lifeline with the consumption level ranging from 0-50 units will pay GH₵9.50, representing no change from the June figure. Consumers between 51-150 will now pay 15.95 pesewa per unit instead of 17 pesewas previously.
The category of consumers between 151-300 will pay the same amount. Those consuming between 301 and 600 units will now pay 20.70 pesewas as against 21 pesewas previously
For water, residential consumers who use between 0-200 gallons will pay 79.05pesewa per gallon as against 80 pesewas while consumers of 200 gallons plus, will pay 118.50 pesewas per gallon instead of 120 pesewas.
Non-residential consumers are expected to pay 168.45, reduced from 180 previously.
However, the public urge government to periodically reduce not only utility tariffs but also fuel prices.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
PRESIDENT MILLS RESHUFFLES DEPUTY MINISTERS
President John Evans Atta Mills has made changes in his deputy ministerial appointments as part of his action year plan to strengthen his team.
This is the third time the President has done a reshuffle in his team this year alone.
Hon. Acquinas Quansah has been appointed Deputy Minister of Local Government and Rural Development as an additional Deputy.
Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, Deputy Minister, Eastern Region moves to the Ministry of Information to replace James Agyenim –Boateng who moves to the Ministry of Tourism.
Mahama Ayariga, Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry moves to the Ministry of Education to replace J. S. Annan as Deputy Minister of Education.
Kwabena Owusu Acheampong, Deputy Minister for Tourism is now Deputy Minister for the Interior.
Ernest Attuquaye Armah has been appointed Deputy Minister designated for Communications.
Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi and Ms. Emelia Arthur have been appointed Deputy Ministers of the Eastern and Western Regions respectively.
This is the third time the President has done a reshuffle in his team this year alone.
Hon. Acquinas Quansah has been appointed Deputy Minister of Local Government and Rural Development as an additional Deputy.
Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, Deputy Minister, Eastern Region moves to the Ministry of Information to replace James Agyenim –Boateng who moves to the Ministry of Tourism.
Mahama Ayariga, Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry moves to the Ministry of Education to replace J. S. Annan as Deputy Minister of Education.
Kwabena Owusu Acheampong, Deputy Minister for Tourism is now Deputy Minister for the Interior.
Ernest Attuquaye Armah has been appointed Deputy Minister designated for Communications.
Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi and Ms. Emelia Arthur have been appointed Deputy Ministers of the Eastern and Western Regions respectively.
AKUFO-ADDO DECLARES: I HAVE NO PREFERRED CANDIDATE IN UPCOMING NPP PARLIAMENTARY PRIMARIES
The NPP flag bearer for the 2012, Nana Akufo-Addo has declared ahead of the upcoming Parliamentary primaries of the party that he has no preferred candidate amongst the many parliamentary hopefuls of the party across the country.
He says the people’s choice is his choice and he urges all aspirants to go into the elections with a good and clean message.
Nana Addo made this comments at the Catholic Social Centre, Bolgatanga on Monday as part of a nationwide tour by the leadership of the party.
He added that he can confidently tell that the National Chairman, Mr. Jake Obetsebi Lamptey and his team of National officers have no preferred candidate too and are determined to make sure that the process is executed in a free, fair and transparent manner.
Nana Addo also asked party executives at all levels to be fair in the upcoming elections so that after the process, winners and losers can join hands, mobilize their supporters and work hard to ensure victory in the constituency, for both presidential and parliamentary
elections.
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He says the people’s choice is his choice and he urges all aspirants to go into the elections with a good and clean message.
Nana Addo made this comments at the Catholic Social Centre, Bolgatanga on Monday as part of a nationwide tour by the leadership of the party.
He added that he can confidently tell that the National Chairman, Mr. Jake Obetsebi Lamptey and his team of National officers have no preferred candidate too and are determined to make sure that the process is executed in a free, fair and transparent manner.
Nana Addo also asked party executives at all levels to be fair in the upcoming elections so that after the process, winners and losers can join hands, mobilize their supporters and work hard to ensure victory in the constituency, for both presidential and parliamentary
elections.
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REFUGEE BOARD DENY UNHCR TAKING SIDES IN LIBERIA CAMP
The Chairman of the Ghana Refugee Board, Padi Tetteh has denied speculations that the United Nations High Commission for Refugee (UNHCR) supported a fraction of group to bring confusion at the Liberia Camp in Bududumram.
He explains that no external organ took side in the week-end of local election-related violence in which one person lost her life.
Meanwhile, Some refugees living at Bududuram near Cape Coast are demanding immediate repatriation to their home countries after clashes with the police.
The refugees are angry at the police after the death in the week clash it incident said was the murder of their colleague.
(50) Fifty refugees were arrested by the police for their roles in the violence and are due for prosecution.
Padi Tetteh says the refugees have resisted repatriation to the country but if they are now willing to go back then no one will prevent them.
He explains that no external organ took side in the week-end of local election-related violence in which one person lost her life.
Meanwhile, Some refugees living at Bududuram near Cape Coast are demanding immediate repatriation to their home countries after clashes with the police.
The refugees are angry at the police after the death in the week clash it incident said was the murder of their colleague.
(50) Fifty refugees were arrested by the police for their roles in the violence and are due for prosecution.
Padi Tetteh says the refugees have resisted repatriation to the country but if they are now willing to go back then no one will prevent them.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
REFUGEES ARE NOT IMMUNE BUT COULD BE ARESTED –REFUGEE BOARD
The chairman of the Refugee Board, Padi Tetteh has disclosed that refugees are not immune to the laws of the country of residence.
He explains that under the United Nations Refugee Convention Laws that say refugees in indulge in criminal activities should not be dealt with. However he explained that regarding the clashed at the Buduburam camp, the police will have to investigate and charge those who attempted to disturb the public peace.
PADI Tetteh made this comment in reaction to about 54 refugees were arrested in the Buduburam Liberia camp in the recent disturbances which authorities have confirmed 5 deaths so far.
Commenting on whether the country can force any refugee out of the country, he explains under the UN convention laws the country can only encourage them to leave the country but cannot force them to leave.
He explains that under the United Nations Refugee Convention Laws that say refugees in indulge in criminal activities should not be dealt with. However he explained that regarding the clashed at the Buduburam camp, the police will have to investigate and charge those who attempted to disturb the public peace.
PADI Tetteh made this comment in reaction to about 54 refugees were arrested in the Buduburam Liberia camp in the recent disturbances which authorities have confirmed 5 deaths so far.
Commenting on whether the country can force any refugee out of the country, he explains under the UN convention laws the country can only encourage them to leave the country but cannot force them to leave.
SHIRLEY AYORKOR: EGPYT SHOULD GO FOR ELECTIONS NOW
A Member for Parliamentary Select Committee on Foreign Affairs and MP for Weija, Shirley Ayorkor Botchway says the Egyptian Military should quickly arrange for elections to bring stability to Egypt.
She says since the future of the country is still unknown it will be important for them to go to the polls now to elect new leadership.
The former Minister of Foreign Affairs in the previous government noted that even though the Military has taken over the country, the Defense Minister in Hosni Mubarak’s government still heads the country.
Shirley Botchway says the Military cannot be trusted to hold on to power for a long time.
Commenting on the Mubarak’s 43 billion-dollars account, Shirley Ayorkor Botchway says politicians must not use their office to amass wealth.
She stresses that a leader is supposed to serve the country but not to make wealth for himself.
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She says since the future of the country is still unknown it will be important for them to go to the polls now to elect new leadership.
The former Minister of Foreign Affairs in the previous government noted that even though the Military has taken over the country, the Defense Minister in Hosni Mubarak’s government still heads the country.
Shirley Botchway says the Military cannot be trusted to hold on to power for a long time.
Commenting on the Mubarak’s 43 billion-dollars account, Shirley Ayorkor Botchway says politicians must not use their office to amass wealth.
She stresses that a leader is supposed to serve the country but not to make wealth for himself.
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Saturday, February 12, 2011
PRESIDENT HOSNI MUBARAK RESIGNS AFTER 30 YEARS
Egypt longest serving President, Hosni Mubarak has decided to step down as president of Egypt after 30 years in Office. Vice-President Omar Suleiman made the announcement in a brief statement on state TV.
It came as thousands massed in Cairo and other Egyptian cities for an 18th day of protest to demand Mr Mubarak's resignation.
Mr Suleiman said Mr Mubarak had handed power to the high command of the armed forces.
According to the sources about 56 people including a Ghanaian lost their lives and about 910 were injured in the fight for ‘freedom’.
However, Hosni Mubarak has warned that the violence will not stop even with his decision to resign.
It came as thousands massed in Cairo and other Egyptian cities for an 18th day of protest to demand Mr Mubarak's resignation.
Mr Suleiman said Mr Mubarak had handed power to the high command of the armed forces.
According to the sources about 56 people including a Ghanaian lost their lives and about 910 were injured in the fight for ‘freedom’.
However, Hosni Mubarak has warned that the violence will not stop even with his decision to resign.
ADJEI DARKO: DO NOT DRAW DEMARCATION WITH CENSUS RESULTS
Former Minister of Local Government under the erstwhile Kuffour’s administration, Kwadwo Adjei-Darko says the electoral commission should not draw a new demarcation base on the recent census release by the statistical service.
He says the result of the census is debatable thus the electoral commission will create confusion if they come up with new demarcation to increase members of parliament.
He stress that even though Article 47 in the 1992 constitution mandates the EC to review electoral demarcations it will be of no importance for them to utter constituencies.
Kwadwo Adjei-Darko has urge Politicians not to read any political meanings into the results but rather blame the Ghana Statistical service for a shoddy work done.
He explains that the statistical service should be made to appear before Parliament to address issues relating to the results.
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He says the result of the census is debatable thus the electoral commission will create confusion if they come up with new demarcation to increase members of parliament.
He stress that even though Article 47 in the 1992 constitution mandates the EC to review electoral demarcations it will be of no importance for them to utter constituencies.
Kwadwo Adjei-Darko has urge Politicians not to read any political meanings into the results but rather blame the Ghana Statistical service for a shoddy work done.
He explains that the statistical service should be made to appear before Parliament to address issues relating to the results.
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ANGER: CAUSE OF MANY MENTAL PSYCHOLOGICAL ISSUES
A clinical Psychologist at the University of Ghana, Emmanuel Asiampong says most of the mental illness is due to the inability to manage anger.
He notes that the way individual interpreted issues are always the reason people get angry.
He explains that external expression of anger can be found in facial expressions, body language, physiological responses, and at times in public acts of aggression.
Emmanuel Asiampong stress that anger is a natural phenomenon which happens to every human being but says sometimes people are unable to manage their anger.
He explains the effects of anger on people.
To deal with anger Emmanuel Asiampong says one should avoid being too busy or deal with anger-provoking people.
He says Unnecessary hunger or thirst should be avoided and soothing music be listened to.
He stress that the best reaction is to simply keep calm.
He notes that the way individual interpreted issues are always the reason people get angry.
He explains that external expression of anger can be found in facial expressions, body language, physiological responses, and at times in public acts of aggression.
Emmanuel Asiampong stress that anger is a natural phenomenon which happens to every human being but says sometimes people are unable to manage their anger.
He explains the effects of anger on people.
To deal with anger Emmanuel Asiampong says one should avoid being too busy or deal with anger-provoking people.
He says Unnecessary hunger or thirst should be avoided and soothing music be listened to.
He stress that the best reaction is to simply keep calm.
Friday, February 11, 2011
OBIRI BOAHEN: IT IS OKAY FOR POLITICIANS TO OWN MEDIA HOUSE
Prominent Politician, Lawyer and Former Minister of State, Nana Obiri Boahen says the country’s democratic values does not prevent politicians from owning media houses.
He explains that media houses owned by politicians rather allow people to share their views on the democratic process and that rather deepens he country’s democracy.
The former minister was reacting to call by a Legal practitioner; Akoto Ampaw that Parliament should promulgate a law to ban politicians from owning radio and television stations in the country.
According to him, the upsurge of electronic media owned by politicians is a dangerous practice and could undermine the country’s democratic process and irresponsible journalism.
He explains that media houses owned by politicians rather allow people to share their views on the democratic process and that rather deepens he country’s democracy.
The former minister was reacting to call by a Legal practitioner; Akoto Ampaw that Parliament should promulgate a law to ban politicians from owning radio and television stations in the country.
According to him, the upsurge of electronic media owned by politicians is a dangerous practice and could undermine the country’s democratic process and irresponsible journalism.
GII: GOVERNMENT TACTICS TO COMPACT CORRUPTION AND BRIBERY IS WRONG
The Coordinator, Advocacy and Legal Advisor at the Ghana Integrity Initiative, George Amu blames government for poor tactics in compacting corruption in the society. George Amu stresses that some government officials have amass worth within short period of time.
He says poverty and family financial issues are the main factors that push people to engage in bribery and corruption.
He was commenting on the global coalition against corruption known as Transparency International in Berlin annual report in 2010 indicates that world bribery and corruption is on the increase as against three years ago.
In Ghana, Transparency International indicates that organizations such as the Police, Judiciary, Politicians, Local government, Financial Institutions and Security institutions were the most corrupt agencies.
George Amu explains the rationale which pressures people to engage in bribery and corruption.
The Coordinator, Advocacy and Legal Advisor at the Ghana Integrity Initiative, George Amu says the country should change the educational curricular to make children have more patriotism and good moral foundation.
This he explains will help reduce bribery and corruption in the society. George Amu tells Adom news that the best way to reduce bribery and corruption is to seek the solution from the basic development of children.
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He says poverty and family financial issues are the main factors that push people to engage in bribery and corruption.
He was commenting on the global coalition against corruption known as Transparency International in Berlin annual report in 2010 indicates that world bribery and corruption is on the increase as against three years ago.
In Ghana, Transparency International indicates that organizations such as the Police, Judiciary, Politicians, Local government, Financial Institutions and Security institutions were the most corrupt agencies.
George Amu explains the rationale which pressures people to engage in bribery and corruption.
The Coordinator, Advocacy and Legal Advisor at the Ghana Integrity Initiative, George Amu says the country should change the educational curricular to make children have more patriotism and good moral foundation.
This he explains will help reduce bribery and corruption in the society. George Amu tells Adom news that the best way to reduce bribery and corruption is to seek the solution from the basic development of children.
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
OBIRI BOAHEN: MONEY HAS CAN NOT INFLUENCE JUSTICE SYSTEM
Lawyer Obiri Boahen says money has never influence the cause of justice in the country but the intelligence of the counsel is always supreme in winning cases at the court.
He explains that never in the history of the country has financial muscle influence the justice system in the country.
He explains that nobody in the country including those with financial muscle can divert the cause of justice in court.
Obiri Boahen stress that the justice system is too strong for any organ to influence it operations.
Some people that spoke with Adom news have disclosed that money influence judgement especially when one party has a financial muscle than the other.
According to them they don’t believe in the motto of the country which states ‘Freedom and Justice’. They explain that cases are won only when you are able to afford an expensive lawyer or have coming from a respectable home.
He explains that never in the history of the country has financial muscle influence the justice system in the country.
He explains that nobody in the country including those with financial muscle can divert the cause of justice in court.
Obiri Boahen stress that the justice system is too strong for any organ to influence it operations.
Some people that spoke with Adom news have disclosed that money influence judgement especially when one party has a financial muscle than the other.
According to them they don’t believe in the motto of the country which states ‘Freedom and Justice’. They explain that cases are won only when you are able to afford an expensive lawyer or have coming from a respectable home.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
DRIVERS STRANDED IN ADOMI AS HIGHWAYS DIVERT ROUTES
DRIVERS plying to and from the Adomi Bridge have been left stranded for hours due to the rehabilitation project which will last for five weeks.
They claim that they were not notified about the new arrangement for plying the road hence have not been allow to use the bridge.
But the Director of Bridges of the Ghana Highway Authority, Owusu Sekyere Antwi says from today, drivers plying the route from the Northern region and the northern portions of the Volta region will have to divert through the Asikuma-Ho-Adidome route to Sogakofe before continuing to or from Accra.
He explains that they are closing it from 7am to 9 am and then 9 am to 11 am, they will open it. The director of Bridges says they will be closing it and opening it after every two hours”.
The Ghana Highway Authority will close down the Adomi Bridge to pave way for survey works ahead of its rehabilitation.
THE DIRECTOR OF Bridges at the Ghana High Authority Owusu Sekyere Antwi says the closure of the Adom bridge will not cause any major problem to the public but emergency measures has been put in place to make it easier for people to use the road.
They claim that they were not notified about the new arrangement for plying the road hence have not been allow to use the bridge.
But the Director of Bridges of the Ghana Highway Authority, Owusu Sekyere Antwi says from today, drivers plying the route from the Northern region and the northern portions of the Volta region will have to divert through the Asikuma-Ho-Adidome route to Sogakofe before continuing to or from Accra.
He explains that they are closing it from 7am to 9 am and then 9 am to 11 am, they will open it. The director of Bridges says they will be closing it and opening it after every two hours”.
The Ghana Highway Authority will close down the Adomi Bridge to pave way for survey works ahead of its rehabilitation.
THE DIRECTOR OF Bridges at the Ghana High Authority Owusu Sekyere Antwi says the closure of the Adom bridge will not cause any major problem to the public but emergency measures has been put in place to make it easier for people to use the road.
NO CASE OF GUINEA WORM RECORDED SINCE MAY 2010
The National Programme Manager of Ghana Guinea Worm Eradication Programme (GGWEP) Dr. Andrew Seidu Korkor has disclosed that since May 2010 the country has not recorded any report of guinea worm cases.
He explains that the eight month absence does not mean the country is guinea- free but the GGWEP is monitoring the situation will come out with the records after 14 month.
Dr Andrew Korkor says Ghana has moved from second position to fifth position in the world making Sudan, Mali, and Burkina Faso leaders in the world records.
Dr. Korkor said the success story to the attainment of such dramatic reduction of the disease was that the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and the GGWEP did respond swiftly to the situation by not only intensifying all programme interventions to contain the situation but also worked with the district assemblies and partners to improve water supply to the townships of all endemic areas.
He explained that the disease was now limited to few spots in the Northern Region, particularly in the central Gonja District but since access to and use of potable water was not universal, the risk of re-infection could not be ruled out until the last case had been detected and contained.
"The major challenge is how to ensure a national awareness and maintaining vigilance to recognise and report any suspicious case to the health authorities for immediate investigation and containment as well as continue to improve water supply for the risk and endemic areas", Dr. Korkor said.
Speaking on Adom news he said what needed to be done was to continue and step up surveillance nation-wide to detect and report, promptly and properly manage all suspected cases to ensure full containment, continue a nation-wide awareness creation among health staff and the people and continue to advocate for safe drinking water.
He explains that the eight month absence does not mean the country is guinea- free but the GGWEP is monitoring the situation will come out with the records after 14 month.
Dr Andrew Korkor says Ghana has moved from second position to fifth position in the world making Sudan, Mali, and Burkina Faso leaders in the world records.
Dr. Korkor said the success story to the attainment of such dramatic reduction of the disease was that the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and the GGWEP did respond swiftly to the situation by not only intensifying all programme interventions to contain the situation but also worked with the district assemblies and partners to improve water supply to the townships of all endemic areas.
He explained that the disease was now limited to few spots in the Northern Region, particularly in the central Gonja District but since access to and use of potable water was not universal, the risk of re-infection could not be ruled out until the last case had been detected and contained.
"The major challenge is how to ensure a national awareness and maintaining vigilance to recognise and report any suspicious case to the health authorities for immediate investigation and containment as well as continue to improve water supply for the risk and endemic areas", Dr. Korkor said.
Speaking on Adom news he said what needed to be done was to continue and step up surveillance nation-wide to detect and report, promptly and properly manage all suspected cases to ensure full containment, continue a nation-wide awareness creation among health staff and the people and continue to advocate for safe drinking water.
I’M QUITTING CHURCH TO JOIN THE ANC
I would like to confess that I have decided that I will stop going to church. I mean, who needs to go to church in order to go to heaven when all you have to do is produce an ANC membership?
I would like to say sorry to my dear pastors at God First Church, but it appears there is an easier way to go through the Pearly Gates. It involves no tithes, no offerings and most importantly, it means I no longer have to drag myself out of bed every morning after a night out partying on a Saturday. Praise the ANC!
One of the benefits of joining the broad church (as it is often called, a broad church, not a narrow one) of the African National Congress is that it pays to be a card-carrying member. Who knows what tenders could be coming your way? Just look at how many well-off ANC members are out there. Oh, hang on. A vast majority of them also aren’t. This debunks my theory.
As some of you may or may not know, there has been a great deal of controversy after the president of the ANC and the country, Jacob Zuma, said to supporters in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape: "When you vote for the ANC, you are also choosing to go to heaven. When you don't vote for the ANC you should know that you are choosing that man who carries a fork...who cooks people...
"When you are carrying an ANC membership card, you are blessed. When you get up there, there are different cards used but when you have an ANC card, you will be let through to go to heaven."
Anger
I wonder who will take St Peter’s place at the Pearly Gates. Could it be Saint Comrade Manto Tshabalala-Msimang or will she be holding that position until Saint Comrade Julius Malema departs Earth to assume what I believe is his rightful position? Saint Comrade Julius Malema wouldn’t be too shy to tell those people who aren’t card-carrying ANC members that they are being tjatjarag and should just go jump and have an encounter with that man who carries a fork and cooks people instead.
As to be expected, anger was presented in many shapes and forms. From the religious to the not so religious - even atheists were indignant. I was most amused by the irony of atheists who were offended on God’s behalf by Zuma’s comments.
Many of us simply cannot wait for the president to say something of colour. I’ll be honest, when I read his comments, I was thrilled because there was something to laugh about. Seriously now guys, the president meant that as a joke, but he probably took it a bit too far. (I’m not just saying this to ensure that I get into heaven because I don’t want to offend Pope Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma lest I don’t get a pass to heaven.)
Joking
The guy was obviously joking. I can imagine the audience went a little crazy with much laughter when he said what he said. Black folk are a religious bunch, and the people who were there are no exception, I am sure. So they knew he was joking and laughed. I know he was joking, which is why I am joking about it too.
I’m hoping joking about it is not blaspheming against the ANC. The last thing I want is to be excommunicated from the ANC before I have even had the chance to join. Again. I will become a member so that I can worship at the altar of the tender. And I would be attending the broad church meetings of the ANC in a German luxury BEE mobile.
I have a few suggestions on how we should pray now. How about we go, “In the name of the ANC, the Communist Party and the Congress of South African Trade Unions,” when we start praying? Instead of ending our prayers with an “amen”, I think “Amandla!” would be most appropriate.
I’ll tell you something for free, the great thing about “Amandla!” is that it is powerful, forceful and unapologetic. Amandla means power. Whereas “Amen” is a very passive, “may it be so”.
Thanks for the laughs
The truth is we got hysterical over nothing. We wanted to have something to shout about. Personally, I found something to laugh about. I think God has a far greater sense of humour than we give him credit for. A comedian couldn’t have come up with what the president said. Thanks for the laughs Mr President. Or should I say, Pope?
Just to end off here, ladies, if you go out with me, you will go to heaven.
As you were. That is all.
Source: news24
I would like to say sorry to my dear pastors at God First Church, but it appears there is an easier way to go through the Pearly Gates. It involves no tithes, no offerings and most importantly, it means I no longer have to drag myself out of bed every morning after a night out partying on a Saturday. Praise the ANC!
One of the benefits of joining the broad church (as it is often called, a broad church, not a narrow one) of the African National Congress is that it pays to be a card-carrying member. Who knows what tenders could be coming your way? Just look at how many well-off ANC members are out there. Oh, hang on. A vast majority of them also aren’t. This debunks my theory.
As some of you may or may not know, there has been a great deal of controversy after the president of the ANC and the country, Jacob Zuma, said to supporters in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape: "When you vote for the ANC, you are also choosing to go to heaven. When you don't vote for the ANC you should know that you are choosing that man who carries a fork...who cooks people...
"When you are carrying an ANC membership card, you are blessed. When you get up there, there are different cards used but when you have an ANC card, you will be let through to go to heaven."
Anger
I wonder who will take St Peter’s place at the Pearly Gates. Could it be Saint Comrade Manto Tshabalala-Msimang or will she be holding that position until Saint Comrade Julius Malema departs Earth to assume what I believe is his rightful position? Saint Comrade Julius Malema wouldn’t be too shy to tell those people who aren’t card-carrying ANC members that they are being tjatjarag and should just go jump and have an encounter with that man who carries a fork and cooks people instead.
As to be expected, anger was presented in many shapes and forms. From the religious to the not so religious - even atheists were indignant. I was most amused by the irony of atheists who were offended on God’s behalf by Zuma’s comments.
Many of us simply cannot wait for the president to say something of colour. I’ll be honest, when I read his comments, I was thrilled because there was something to laugh about. Seriously now guys, the president meant that as a joke, but he probably took it a bit too far. (I’m not just saying this to ensure that I get into heaven because I don’t want to offend Pope Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma lest I don’t get a pass to heaven.)
Joking
The guy was obviously joking. I can imagine the audience went a little crazy with much laughter when he said what he said. Black folk are a religious bunch, and the people who were there are no exception, I am sure. So they knew he was joking and laughed. I know he was joking, which is why I am joking about it too.
I’m hoping joking about it is not blaspheming against the ANC. The last thing I want is to be excommunicated from the ANC before I have even had the chance to join. Again. I will become a member so that I can worship at the altar of the tender. And I would be attending the broad church meetings of the ANC in a German luxury BEE mobile.
I have a few suggestions on how we should pray now. How about we go, “In the name of the ANC, the Communist Party and the Congress of South African Trade Unions,” when we start praying? Instead of ending our prayers with an “amen”, I think “Amandla!” would be most appropriate.
I’ll tell you something for free, the great thing about “Amandla!” is that it is powerful, forceful and unapologetic. Amandla means power. Whereas “Amen” is a very passive, “may it be so”.
Thanks for the laughs
The truth is we got hysterical over nothing. We wanted to have something to shout about. Personally, I found something to laugh about. I think God has a far greater sense of humour than we give him credit for. A comedian couldn’t have come up with what the president said. Thanks for the laughs Mr President. Or should I say, Pope?
Just to end off here, ladies, if you go out with me, you will go to heaven.
As you were. That is all.
Source: news24
ARTHUR KENNEDY: GOVERNMENT SHOULD HAVE CONSTRUCTED THE UNIVERSITY OF ENERGY IN THE WESTERN REGION
Communication director of the New Patriotic Party Arthur Kennedy says the government should have constructed University of Energy and Allied Sciences in the Western Region because the region is notice for its energy prowess.
He explains that the Western Region will profit from the university hence the government should have diverted its resources in the West.
Arthur Kennedy says NPP will construct a University in the western region if it wins power in the next elections if there is need for more University of Energy.
CUE IN: ARTHUR ON UNIVERSITY
Meanwhile, the Shadow Minister of Education of the CPP, Kojo Armah says the government was right in the establishment of the university in the Brong Ahafo region. He explains that the university will not only concentrate in oil drill nu8t also solar energy and other programmes.
He supported Government decision to have a university in the region to bridge the northern and the southern part of the country.
He stresses that it not because the Petroleum drill is the Western Region that the government should immediate construct a university in the region.
Meanwhile people in the Western Region are disappointed in the government for the construction of the university of Energy and Allied Science in the Brong Ahafo region.
According to them the government should have establish the University in the region.
Our reporter Okyeame Amoako-Darkwa of Good News fm spoke with some of the people to seek their comments
Citizens in the Brong Ahafo region differs from their views of the people in the Western region.
Emmanuel Narwah reports that the people are please with government and support the decision to have a university in the region.
He explains that the Western Region will profit from the university hence the government should have diverted its resources in the West.
Arthur Kennedy says NPP will construct a University in the western region if it wins power in the next elections if there is need for more University of Energy.
CUE IN: ARTHUR ON UNIVERSITY
Meanwhile, the Shadow Minister of Education of the CPP, Kojo Armah says the government was right in the establishment of the university in the Brong Ahafo region. He explains that the university will not only concentrate in oil drill nu8t also solar energy and other programmes.
He supported Government decision to have a university in the region to bridge the northern and the southern part of the country.
He stresses that it not because the Petroleum drill is the Western Region that the government should immediate construct a university in the region.
Meanwhile people in the Western Region are disappointed in the government for the construction of the university of Energy and Allied Science in the Brong Ahafo region.
According to them the government should have establish the University in the region.
Our reporter Okyeame Amoako-Darkwa of Good News fm spoke with some of the people to seek their comments
Citizens in the Brong Ahafo region differs from their views of the people in the Western region.
Emmanuel Narwah reports that the people are please with government and support the decision to have a university in the region.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
LAWYER URGES ANAS TO TAKE PAUL ADOM OCHERE ON
Constitutional lawyer Kwame Boateng has urge Anas Aremeyaw Anas to take whosoever involve in the leakage of his unedited video to Archbishop Duncan Williams to court.
He says Anas Aremeyaw is entitled to legal remedies for breech of contract.
Lawyer Kwame Boateng explains that both parties reach an agreement for the interview to be recorded and played subsequently but for a third party to have an unedited vision of the interview before its been release, Anas can drag the producer or the station to court for breech of contract.
Archbishop of the Christian Action Faith Ministries, Nicolas Duncan Williams has admitted he ordered for the tape of the recording from Paul ADOM Ochere before emplaning overseas but Paul has denied giving any tape
Lawyer Kwame Boateng explains why Anas Aremeyaw should drag Paul Adom Ochere host of ‘Good Evening Ghana’ for breech of contract.
He says Anas Aremeyaw is entitled to legal remedies for breech of contract.
Lawyer Kwame Boateng explains that both parties reach an agreement for the interview to be recorded and played subsequently but for a third party to have an unedited vision of the interview before its been release, Anas can drag the producer or the station to court for breech of contract.
Archbishop of the Christian Action Faith Ministries, Nicolas Duncan Williams has admitted he ordered for the tape of the recording from Paul ADOM Ochere before emplaning overseas but Paul has denied giving any tape
Lawyer Kwame Boateng explains why Anas Aremeyaw should drag Paul Adom Ochere host of ‘Good Evening Ghana’ for breech of contract.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
1 MILLION IVORIANS INVADES GHANA
The Police Chief Inspector at the Dadieso station, Chief Inspector John Augustine Asante has reveal that since the Political turmoil erupted in Cote D’Ivoire about 1 million estimated Ivoirians have cross the border into the country.
He explains that the Ivoirians use his area as transit point to other cities in the country particularly Kumasi, Takoradi and Accra.
Chief inspector Asante tells Adom news that they are monitoring their movement in the country to check criminal and immoral activities.
Listeners would recall that about 157 Ghanaians in the Cote D’Ivoire have return to the country after disrupted election between President Laurent Gbagbo and Alassene Quatarra.
However, chief inspector Asante says the Dadieso Police command is closely working with other sub-stations to help protect them and the people of Ghana.
Chief Inspector Asante assures the public of close surveillance in the activities of the Ivoirians in the country.
He explains that the Ivoirians use his area as transit point to other cities in the country particularly Kumasi, Takoradi and Accra.
Chief inspector Asante tells Adom news that they are monitoring their movement in the country to check criminal and immoral activities.
Listeners would recall that about 157 Ghanaians in the Cote D’Ivoire have return to the country after disrupted election between President Laurent Gbagbo and Alassene Quatarra.
However, chief inspector Asante says the Dadieso Police command is closely working with other sub-stations to help protect them and the people of Ghana.
Chief Inspector Asante assures the public of close surveillance in the activities of the Ivoirians in the country.
Friday, February 4, 2011
GHANA’S FOOTBALL BRAND INFLUENCES FIFA’S RANKING
A soccer Analyst and renowned sports Journalist, Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah believes that the brand of the Black Stars influenced FIFA’s decision in making Ghana’s national team the best on the continent.
He explains that football has moved away from just win and loses to how passionate and marketable a team can be.
Yaw Ampofo Ankrah tells Adom news that the Black Stars have been the toast of the continent and many football teams in the world will not mind to pay expensive money just to play them.
The Sports Analyst who side with FIFA’s rankings on Ghana says it’s a shame football is moving at that direction.
He says a lot of things go on to determine the position of a team on the rankings.
He made this comments today in reaction to arguments by some soccer followers who critise the current rankings, since according to them Ghana does not deserve the number one position on the continent.
Commenting on the current controversy between CAF and BBC player of the year, he explains that its time the two entities merge to award the best player on the continent.
He says this partnership will go a long way to strengthen football on the continent.
This came to light after two of Ghana’s player Samuel Osei Kuffour and Asamoah Gyan were robbed off the chance to win the CAF awards.
He explains that football has moved away from just win and loses to how passionate and marketable a team can be.
Yaw Ampofo Ankrah tells Adom news that the Black Stars have been the toast of the continent and many football teams in the world will not mind to pay expensive money just to play them.
The Sports Analyst who side with FIFA’s rankings on Ghana says it’s a shame football is moving at that direction.
He says a lot of things go on to determine the position of a team on the rankings.
He made this comments today in reaction to arguments by some soccer followers who critise the current rankings, since according to them Ghana does not deserve the number one position on the continent.
Commenting on the current controversy between CAF and BBC player of the year, he explains that its time the two entities merge to award the best player on the continent.
He says this partnership will go a long way to strengthen football on the continent.
This came to light after two of Ghana’s player Samuel Osei Kuffour and Asamoah Gyan were robbed off the chance to win the CAF awards.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
GHANA DO NOT DESERVE AFRICA’S BEST
A soccer Analyst Carl Tuffour says Ghana do not deserve to be rank first on the continent as the country has fail to produce results in their previous encounters.
He explains that the fact that the black Stars were in the finals of the African Cup and quarter final at the World Cup does not mean the nation rightly deserve to be first on the continent.
Carl Tuffour warn that the country should not rejoice over this events but says the authorities have to be more serious in the development on lower sports.
He explains to adom news why FIFA ranking on the Ghana is not void.
Meanwhile,Ghanaians were full of happiness, Satisfaction and honoured to be Africa’s number one on the continent. The latest FIFA rankings have been rated Ghana as Africa’s best nation.
The Black Stars are now placed 15th on the ranking on FIFA’s rankings. The position is due to the significant devaluation of the points won a year ago at the Africa Cup of Nations, many teams have slid down the rankings this month.
The World Cup quarter-finalists take over from African champions Egypt who fell drastically from 13 place to 33.
Ivory Coast are the second ranked country on the continent and 26th in the World.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria also slipped eight places down and now ranked 40th; Algeria moved down 19 places to place 55th.
According the views of the people they congratulated the nation especially the black stars for their wonderful performance at the African cup and the World cup.
Adom news samples the views of people about Ghana’s position.
He explains that the fact that the black Stars were in the finals of the African Cup and quarter final at the World Cup does not mean the nation rightly deserve to be first on the continent.
Carl Tuffour warn that the country should not rejoice over this events but says the authorities have to be more serious in the development on lower sports.
He explains to adom news why FIFA ranking on the Ghana is not void.
Meanwhile,Ghanaians were full of happiness, Satisfaction and honoured to be Africa’s number one on the continent. The latest FIFA rankings have been rated Ghana as Africa’s best nation.
The Black Stars are now placed 15th on the ranking on FIFA’s rankings. The position is due to the significant devaluation of the points won a year ago at the Africa Cup of Nations, many teams have slid down the rankings this month.
The World Cup quarter-finalists take over from African champions Egypt who fell drastically from 13 place to 33.
Ivory Coast are the second ranked country on the continent and 26th in the World.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria also slipped eight places down and now ranked 40th; Algeria moved down 19 places to place 55th.
According the views of the people they congratulated the nation especially the black stars for their wonderful performance at the African cup and the World cup.
Adom news samples the views of people about Ghana’s position.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
NO COMPENSATION FOR LOAD SHEDDING SAYS GRIDCO
The Public Relations Officer of Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) Albert Quainoo says the company is not obliged to compensate anyone or any community to be affected by the planned (Electrify) load shedding which is scheduled to begin from February 5 to March 12.
Mr. Quainoo tells Adom News that the exercise is in the interest of the entire nation and therefore no one can insist that compensation should be paid.
This is against the earlier position stated by the PURC that anyone who is able to produce enough evidence to show that they have experienced a loss due to the power outage will be compensated.
Albert Quainoo says only a few communities will be affected by the outage in Accra and Tema.
He explains that that the exercise is to enable the Company to add a new transmission line to the existing three transmission lines serving Accra and its environs from Tema.
GRIDCo says it had obtained US$1.5 million to string the fourth transmission line from the main switchyard in Tema into the Achimota substation to increase power transfer and reliability to the city of Accra and beyond.
Mr. Quainoo tells Adom News that the exercise is in the interest of the entire nation and therefore no one can insist that compensation should be paid.
This is against the earlier position stated by the PURC that anyone who is able to produce enough evidence to show that they have experienced a loss due to the power outage will be compensated.
Albert Quainoo says only a few communities will be affected by the outage in Accra and Tema.
He explains that that the exercise is to enable the Company to add a new transmission line to the existing three transmission lines serving Accra and its environs from Tema.
GRIDCo says it had obtained US$1.5 million to string the fourth transmission line from the main switchyard in Tema into the Achimota substation to increase power transfer and reliability to the city of Accra and beyond.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
NAB TO CLOSE DOWN ILLEGAL PRE-UNIVERSITIES
The Public Relations Officer at the National Accreditation Board, Richard Adjei has disclosed that some of the illegal pre-universities might be forced to close down if they do not get the necessary requirement to perform their duties.
He says they have written to the education ministry and are waiting for the green light to take the necessary action.
Richard Adjei says it’s not the first time they have come out to caution the public about the illegality of Pre-University programmes.
He explains that the certificates awarded are not a requirement for entrance to the various universities in the country.
He made these comments when a group known as the National Youth Leadership Forum called on President Mills to sack the management at the National Accreditation Board (NAB) because they find them incompetent.
The interim president of the group, Prince Osei Tutu said they do not fit their offices; he described them as incompetent, impotent and incapable of the duty assigned them.
Mr Adjei advises individuals seeking to enter such pre-universities to cross check with the board to ascertain whether they have been accredited to run like tertiary institutions.
END.
He says they have written to the education ministry and are waiting for the green light to take the necessary action.
Richard Adjei says it’s not the first time they have come out to caution the public about the illegality of Pre-University programmes.
He explains that the certificates awarded are not a requirement for entrance to the various universities in the country.
He made these comments when a group known as the National Youth Leadership Forum called on President Mills to sack the management at the National Accreditation Board (NAB) because they find them incompetent.
The interim president of the group, Prince Osei Tutu said they do not fit their offices; he described them as incompetent, impotent and incapable of the duty assigned them.
Mr Adjei advises individuals seeking to enter such pre-universities to cross check with the board to ascertain whether they have been accredited to run like tertiary institutions.
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