The general public is hereby informed that Friday, 6th December, 2024 which marks Farmers’ Day, is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country Signed: HENRY QUARTEY (MP) MINISTER FOR THE INTERIOR Issued this day, Thursday 28th November,...
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President Nana Akufo-Addo has welcomed 524 members of the African Diaspora to Ghana, urging them to unite and contribute to the country’s development. This historic swearing-in ceremony forms part of the “Beyond the Return” programme, launched in 2019 to mark 400 years since the first African was taken to America. The programme aims to reconnect Ghana with its shared heritage and strengthen diaspora engagement. In his address, President Akufo-Addo emphasised the importance of unity, tolerance, and common goals. He encouraged the new citizens to bring their experiences and expertise to help develop Ghana, making it a better place for...
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At the launch of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) 2024/2025 Bushfire Prevention Campaign in Accra, 19 Pick-Ups, 2 Command vehicles and 1 Bush Fire Rapid Intervention vehicle were presented to GNFS. The Pick-Ups and the Command vehicles were handed over by the Government of Ghana for GNFS operational duties while Fire Aid UK and International Development Team donated a Rapid Intervention Vehicle. The vehicle, specially designed to suit Ghana’s needs, will be used to fight bushfires and ensure the safety of farmlands and vegetation. Minister for the Interior, Hon. Henry Quartey who launched the campaign on the theme...
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The Minister for the Interior has on the advice of the Northern Regional Security Council and by Executive Instrument renewed the Curfew hours for Bimbilla Township from 12:00 midnight to 4:00 am effective Friday, November 15, 2024 Government continues to urge Chiefs, Opinion Leaders, Youth and People of the area to exercise restraint in the face of the challenges confronting them and to use non-violent means to channel their energies into ensuring peace to the area. Meanwhile, there is a total ban on all persons in the Bimbilla Township and surrounding areas from carrying arms, ammunition or any offensive...
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The Minister for the Interior has on the advice of the Northern Regional Security Council and by Executive Instrument renewed the Curfew hours imposed on Kpatinga and its environs from 12:00 midnight to 4:00am effective Friday, November 15, 2024. Government continues to express its appreciation to the Chiefs, Elders, Opinion Leaders, Youth and people of the area to exercise restraint in the face of the challenges confronting them and to use non-violent means to channel their energies into ensuring peace. Meanwhile, there is a total ban on all persons in the Kpatinga and surrounding areas from carrying arms, ammunition...
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The Minister for the Interior has by Executive Instrument renewed the curfew hours imposed on Drobo, Japekrom, Babianiha, Kwasibourkrom, Mpuasu, Basekrom, Kojokesekrom and Katakyiekrom in the Jaman South Municipality of the Bono Region from 8:00 p.m to 5:00 a.m effective, Thursday, November 14, 2024 Government continues to express its appreciation to the Chiefs, Elders, Opinion Leaders, Youth and people of the area for their effort in ensuring peace in the area and urge them to use the established mechanism for the resolutions of all their conflicts and disputes. Meanwhile, there is a total ban on all persons in the...
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