The Minister for Works and Housing, Francis Asensio-Boakye has admonished the general populace to desist from depositing household solid waste into the drains. According to him, desisting from such behaviors will help support efforts of the government in maintaining drainage capacity. Addressing Journalists in Accra on Sunday, he said “I hereby admonish every citizen to desist from depositing household solid waste into the drains in the bid to support efforts of the government to maintain drainage capacity” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case The Sector Minister also said “We cannot overlook the negative effects that our subculture of dumping refuse into open drains is having on our efforts to improve community resilience to flooding. Francis Asenso-Boakye told Journalists that a shared responsibility can help the country achieve its target of dealing with waste adding that it should not be left in the hands of the government alone. The Minister for Works and Housing who doubles as Member of Parliament for Bantama Constituency in the Ashanti Region further mentioned that the Akufo-Addo government is working tirelessly on an ongoing project which will curb flooding problems in some parts of Ghana. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc He said “A flood early warning system is being developed to enhance the flood resilience of communities within the Odawna drainage basin and beyond,” The MP for Bantama Constituency also noted that the NPP government is working hand in hand with the World Bank to contrivance the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Project (GARID) which is targeted at dealing with the flood and solid waste management of the Odawna gutter. Thinknewsonline.com has also gathered that the recent flooding which occurred in the Ashanti Region claimed 3 lives. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey It is also emerging that last Saturday’s rain left some parts of the Shiashie stretch flooded and road users could not drive through. Similar situations were also recorded at the Weija Barrier – West Hills Mall stretch of the Kasoa Highway, Haatso stretch, UPSA among others. Meanwhile, the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMA) is warning that there will be more floods in most cities in the country. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t It noted that places to be affected include; Accra, Takoradi, Tema, and Kumasi. Below are some pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

A group of macho men calling themselves Asante Force have locked up the Bantama branch of Lighthouse Chapel International in the Ashanti regional capital, Kumasi. The church was locked up on Saturday, June 26. Members of the church were not able to gain access to the church for their Sunday service. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case According to members of the group, this is just the beginning. They said the worst is yet to happen. The Founder and General Overseer of the Lighthouse Group of Churches, Bishop Dag Heward-Mills has been accused of using the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as an example in a Kingship sermon where he questioned the relevance of chieftaincy. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc The sermon on "Kingship" which Bishop Heward-Mills has explained was delivered more than 20 years ago has gone viral on social media recently. Meanwhile, Bishop Dag Heward-Mills has apologized to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. He explained that the message had been taken out of context and maliciously circulated. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey “I am deeply saddened that a message I shared at a conference, nearly 20 years ago, has been taken out of its context and circulated by persons who have previously declared that they will maliciously cause our churches in Kumasi to be closed down”. But the apology was not accepted by the youth who issued a 48hour ultimatum to Bishop Dag Heward-Mills to do the needful or face their wrath. “We gave him 48hours to seek wise counsel which he has failed to respect our order, therefore, will show him that he can’t mess with the overlord of the Asanteman,” the angry youth stated. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Credit: Modern Ghana

The International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) has after 143 years of its establishment has finally elected Kwame Tenadu Snr as its first African Vice President. Kwame Tenadu Snr, the President of the Licensed Surveyors Association of Ghana, LiSAG run for the Vice President position in the just-ended International Federation of Surveyors FIG e-Working Week and 44th General Assembly 2021. He scored a landslide victory in the elections emerging with 60 votes: 74.1% of the overall votes. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case According to the President of FIG, Rudolf Staiger, said: “Mr. Kwame Tenadu is the first African Vice President to be elected into Council of the International Federation of Surveyors –FIG in 143 years.” The outgoing Vice President, Orhan Ecan, also in his closing remarks congratulated his successor Kwame Tenadu and expressed confidence in him to be equal to the task. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Tenadu indicated that he was humbled, honored, and elated that he has been elected as Vice President. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc He has made history, giving Africa a seat on the FIG Council in 143 years of its establishment. He thanked all who voted for him and inspired him to stand for the elections and pledged to work with other elected officials as a team to advance issues of importance to FIG, its stakeholders, and communities. He said, “I know that we can achieve all goals we set for ourselves and improve the functioning of this Federation. A Federation that looks more international and more inclusive than ever. This is the beauty of a multilateral Federation.’’ READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Kwame Tenadu Snr. is a Fellow of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) and the President of the Licensed Surveyors Association of Ghana (LiSAG). He has over forty (40) years of private sector practice as a Surveyor and in Land Administration. He has served FIG in various capacities and is the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee for the FIG Working Week Ghana 2024. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t FIG is a federation that has established a week-long event organized yearly since 1878 when it was established, to give surveyors and geospatial experts around the world a platform to meet, greet, network, learn, have fun, and be inspired during this annual affair. This year’s conference was held under the theme, “Smart Surveyors for Land and Water Management – Challenges in a New Reality.” in the Netherlands. See pics below:

The Centre for Laboratory Services and Research (CLSR) of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) in Ghana has increased its ISO 17025:2017 testing scope after successfully completing an assessment by the internationally recognized National Accreditation Board (ANAB) of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) with effect 3rd June 2021. According to CLSR, this puts the Laboratory of Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority in the lead with the largest ISO accreditation scope in Africa. An analyst at work Compared to previous ISO accreditation, the 2021 ISO 17025:2017 assessment of the laboratory has a wider scope covering an additional nine (9) parameters of laboratory tests and analysis (Cosmetics and Household Chemical Substances), which include Assay by Spectrophotometry, Identification, Assay by Titration, pH and Loss on drying tests, which led to the accreditation of the FDA Laboratory. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case This adds to the already existing accredited four (4) laboratories namely: Drug Physicochemical, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Food Microbiology, and Medical Devices. Analysts at the Drug Physicochemical laboratory As a result of the 2021 ISO accreditation, the FDA has now attained more leverage and international recognition in the testing of regulated products. Overall, the Authority has attained increased competence in laboratory testing from 40 (then the highest in Africa) to an impressive 49 accredited parameters at one site based on scientifically proven facts. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc This achievement places the FDA in an enviable position to compete favorably with laboratories in the Western World. The accreditation will not only allow the Authority to test cosmetics but also to issue Export Certificates in accordance with section 131 of the Public health act,2021 (Act 851), which will be internationally recognized, thereby increasing the scope and reach of cosmetics produced under AFCFTA. Under the circumstances, locally manufactured products like foods, drugs, herbal and other household chemical substances that are certified by the FDA, would be considered as having met international standards. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mrs. Delese Mimi Darko in a statement ascribed this significant milestone to two factors; the dedication and tenacity of the staff working in the Laboratory; and the Quality System policies of the Laboratory for robust testing, using international standards. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey She has urged all staff to uphold the high standards of the Authority for more landmark achievements. The Head of the Laboratory, Mr. Eric Karikari-Boateng in response, was full of gratitude to the CEO and Management of the Authority for their support in entrenching high safety standards in the Laboratory and for the provision of resources to deliver timely and accurate analysis in fulfillment of the Authority’s mandate. Head, Centre for Laboratory Services and Research (CLSR) FDA’s latest feat of becoming the first regulatory body with the largest ISO accreditation scope in Africa is great news for Ghana and the African continent. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t This is because accreditation comes with enormous benefits to industry players. It will afford them the opportunity to quality testing services and reliable results for their products prior to registration, which will ultimately boost consumer confidence. We say “Ayekoo” to the FDA!! Below are some pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Police in Kyebi in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region has arrested four suspects believed to have been involved in the bullion van attack at Adedekpon in James Town. The suspects: Collins Addae aka Kekye from Akim-Swedru; Ebenezer Gyimah, aka Peace and Musa Kamara, 26; with his brother Suleman Ketah, 26 years old alias 69, both from Guinea, are said to be on Police wanted list. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case According to the report, the suspects were fished from their hideouts at Kyebi by the Police at a mining site upon information gathered by the CID Headquarters in Accra. Since the attack on the bullion van robbery incident, the police have declared the suspects wanted and later had reported that the suspects were hiding in the Kyebi enclave. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc The suspects with one currently at large have for some months been terrorizing residents in Kibi, Akyem Tafo, Osiem, Anyinasin, and its environs. However, last week, upon information the police arrested, suspect Ebenezer Gyimah alias Peace in Kyebi – Zongo but he managed to escape in handcuffs while leading the Police to the other suspects' hideouts. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey He was later picked up on Saturday afternoon, with the three others as Musah Kamara attempted to flee but was shot in the left knee and subsequently overpowered by the Police. He was rushed to the Kyebi government hospital where he is on admission under police guard and will later be transferred with his accomplices to the Police headquarters. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Meanwhile, more police officers and CID operatives have been dispatched to the Akyem Oda area over intelligence report that the suspects involved in the deadly bullion van attack at Adedekpon in Accra which led to the killing of a police officer, are hiding in the area. However, the Police in a statement is urging the public to support their work by offering credible information to aid police investigations. “The Police continue to urge the public to support our work of ensuring the safety of communities with credible information. Informants are assured of the strictest confidentiality,” the statement said. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bui-power-ceo-is-wrong-the-energy-minister-has-not-been-misled-by-gridco Credit: Daily Guide

VGMA nominee, Eno Barony is all about women support agenda as she’s tipped Diana Hamilton and Adina to be crowned Artist Of The Year’ at this year’s event. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Speaking to Regina on the red carpet of the 22nd Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs) being held at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Center (AICC), Eno said: “I’m rooting for the girls to win ‘Artiste Of The Year” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey The event is streaming live on TV3, Soundcity TV, The Base TV, Rok Ghana on DSTV & GOtv in Africa, and worldwide via the internet on MTVbase and on Ghana Music Awards social media pages. Credit: Ameyawdebrah.com

Most Ghanaian Celebrities who managed to make it to this year's 22nd edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards have nailed it as they look splendid and gorgeous in their outfits. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case The event which is being held at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Center (AICC) has brought under one umbrella celebrities such as Hajia4Real, Gyakie, Elikem, Okyeame Kwame among others. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Below are some breath-taking photos: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

VGMA History maker, Kofi Kinaata has shared his secret to having back-to-back wins in the ‘ Songwriter Of The Year’ category. Speaking to Elikem on the red carpet of the 22nd Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs) being held at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Center (AICC), Kofi said: “I don’t follow trends and write from the heart, I think that is the only secret“ READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Kofi Kinaata made history by winning his fourth ‘Songwriter Of The Year at last night’s event. The event is streaming live on TV3, Soundcity TV, The Base TV, Rok Ghana on DSTV & GOtv in Africa, and worldwide via the internet on MTVbase and on Ghana Music Awards social media pages. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Credit: Ameyawdebrah.com

Crowned the Red Carpet Queen and Slayer, Nana Akua Addo has failed to live up to her name at this year’s Vodafone Ghana Music Awards according to social media users. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Walking the red carpet on the big night, Nana Akua wore an ensemble by Yartel GH and failed to wow her fans who were eagerly waiting for her dramatic arrival. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Below are some pictures: Credit: Ameyaawdebrah.com

Popular Ghanaian Socialite, Entrepreneur, Influencer, Musician and Actress, Mona Faiz Mona Montrage has caused traffic on Instagram after she dropped some dripping birthday pictures and videos on her timeline. The young Musician who turns 28 today could not help but flood her timeline. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey In her post sighted by Thinknewsonline.com, she said "Celebrating another year of being a bad bitch! Through the ups and downs of life, the feeling of giving up, I’m still here today, not by my might or luck but by the Grace of God. Happy birthday to me! #twentyfine” #finegirl#badderthan#godschild Outfit @c.luxfashion Hair @hairbyestylez Mua @slaybysteffys" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Her birthday pictures have generated lots of conversation among her followers on social media. See pictures and videos below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Social media prodigies Twene Jonas and Afia Schwarzenegger have been at war of words for almost a week now. They both have a beefing record against celebrities and political leaders in the countries and they’ve now squared off against each other. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Twene Jonas recently attacked the Asantenehene and received his share of criticism from the Kingdom. In his current beef with Afia, she has vowed to the Ashanti Kingdom and the King that, she’s going to make sure Twene Jonas is deported into the country and will bring him to the Manhyia Palace. In her previous posts, she hinted that Jonas went to the US with DJ Switch and when it was time to get back to Ghana, he ran away and has overstayed, making him an illegal immigrant in America. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc And also she has in a post sighted on social media revealed that she has finally reported him to the embassy and wants people to watch from now until three months time to see what would happen. She posted: “I have officially lodged a complaint to the @Usembassyghana Now let’s all wait and see.” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Below is an embed post: Credit: benonyx.com

Global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, FATF said on Friday that Ghana was no longer under its increased monitoring process but said other nations were now on that list. “The FATF congratulated Ghana for the significant progress it has made,” the Financial Action Task Force said in a statement, adding that Haiti, Malta, the Philippines, and South Sudan were “new jurisdictions subject to increased monitoring”. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case The FATF said it had added European Union member Malta to its “grey list” of countries under increased monitoring, and kept Pakistan on the list despite progress on tackling terrorism financing. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) also said that Haiti, the Philippines, and South Sudan were added to its grey list and that Ghana had been removed after the country had made progress. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc The Maltese government had already flagged its inclusion on the list, which indicates deficiencies but has no legal repercussions, in a move that Prime Minister Robert Abela called “unjust”. FATF made its move after years of international criticism of Maltese policymaking, including the sale of national passports, as well as a lack of legal action against government officials who were mentioned in the Panama Papers as having set up secret offshore companies. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey “There remains serious weaknesses and areas of work that Malta must address,” FATF President, Marcus Pleyer told a news conference. “It is crucial for Malta to make sure that there are systems in place that are strong enough to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing.” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Pleyer said that Pakistan remained under increased monitoring despite substantial progress addressing everything on a 2018 action plan except the last item concerning the investigation and prosecution of senior leaders and commanders of U.N.-designated terrorist groups. He added that Pakistan was still failing to put global anti-money-laundering standards into place. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bui-power-ceo-is-wrong-the-energy-minister-has-not-been-misled-by-gridco “This means the risks of money laundering remain high, which can, in turn, fuel corruption and organized crime”. Credit: cde.news