Hearts of Oak and Olympics served entertaining football on Sunday night at the Accra Sports Stadium Among the public figures who watched the game were Kwame A Plus, Koku Anyidoho, Congolese Ambassador, UK High Commissioner to Ghana, among others. Politics, entertainment, boxing and diplomacy converged at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday evening as Accra Great Olympics and Accra Hearts of Oak reminded Ghanaian football lovers of the level of soccer talent in the country. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case At the VIP stand of the stadium was Kwame A Plus, who represented the entertainment industry, Koku Anyidoho and Mustapha Hameed from the political class, Ike Bazooka Quartey from boxing and the United Kingdom and Indian High Commissioners, as well as the Congolese Ambassador to Ghana who had one of his nationals playing for Hearts of Oak. These public figures were among thousands of football lovers who were treated with a magnificent meal of football from Accra Great Olympics and Hearts of Oak. The game which has been described as the match of the season by some soccer pundits saw Hearts of Oak’s Emmanuel Nettey unleashing a thunderbolt to the top right corner of the Olympics goal-post to get the Phobians the lead. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Hearts had several opportunities to double the lead but fluffed them and were made to pay for their misses as Great Olympics’ Abbey Quaye thumped home a header after Raddy Ovouka, the Congolese left back of Hearts of Oak committed an unusual error. Hearts of Oak will be made to rue their stars as a powerful drive from midfielder Isaac Mensah which beat the Great Olympics goalie and ricocheted off the crossbar was adjudged not to be a goal. Replay, however, shows that the ball crossed the line and Hearts deserved a goal which would have seen them maintain their point-gap at the top of the GPL table. This has led to Hearts of Oak coach, Samuel Boadu appealing to the FA to procure the services of goal-line technology as done in major leagues across the world. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey "It's a good game, Olympics did well. We got a lot of chances but we couldn't score but the linesman disallowed Isaac Mensah's goal and I think it crossed the line so is a clear goal but I don't want to talk about officiating," he told StarTimes in a post-match interview. "If that goal was awarded, the situation could have been different. I think the introduction of the goal-line technology can help." Below are some pictures: Credit: Ghanaweb

The Brazilian midfielder produced the decisive moment of the matchday 28 fixture in Obuasi Asante Kotoko emerged supreme in the Ashanti Derby in the Ghana Premier League as they handed Ashanti Gold a 1-0 defeat on Sunday. Fabio Gama's first-half header proved decisive in the matchday 28 fixture in Obuasi, the goal the Brazilian's third of the season. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bui-power-ceo-is-wrong-the-energy-minister-has-not-been-misled-by-gridco The win has temporarily sent the Porcupine Warriors from the second position to the top of the table, just above arch-rivals Hearts of Oak, who face fifth-spotted Great Olympics in a late kick-off fixture on Sunday. Editors' Picks Kotoko currently are one point above Hearts. Ashanti Gold, meanwhile, are 10th on the table. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Medeama are third on the standings courtesy of a 1-0 win over Karela United on Saturday, the opening game of the match week. Former Hearts centre-back Vincent Atingah scored the only goal of the match in the 81st minute, leaving Karela United sixth on the log. Elsewhere on Sunday, goals from Abdulai Massaudu and Agyenim Boateng Mensah ensured a 2-0 win for Dreams over Elmina Sharks. While Dreams sit high on the fourth position, Sharks hold a place on the opposite side of the table in a relegation-trapped 16th position. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Wafa failed to move up on the table on the matchday following a 3-2 away loss to Liberty Professionals. Kingsford Frimpong, Abraham Wayo and Kweku Karikari were on target for the Scientific Soccer Lads who sit one place above the relegation zone in 15th position. Wafa are seventh on the standings. Like the Academy Boys, eighth-placed Aduana Stars missed a chance to move up following a 1-0 away defeat to Ebusua Dwarfs who scored through Simon Martey. The win has sent the Crabs to 12th on the table. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc At Golden City Park, Berekum Chelsea were ruthless in their meeting with King Faisal, scoring five unanswered goals. Abdul Basit (2x), Bright Amponsah, Kofi Owusu and Paul Attah Agyei were on the score sheet against Chelsea who hold 11th place on the table. Faisal are one spot from the bottom. Eleven Wonders have made it two straight wins in the Premier League as Nortey Tetteh and Alex Asamoah found the back of the net to seal a 2-1 triumph over Bechem United, whose consolation came from Stephen Owusu eight minutes to full-time. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Fourteenth-positioned Wonders sit one place and one point below Bechem on the table. Credit: Goal.com

Ghana's Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Adutwum has hinted that all primary 4 students across the country will undergo the just introduced, National Standardized Test this year. According to him, the new test will improve their learning skills. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-coda-outdoors-credit-union-to-support-informal-sector-pictures Addressing Journalists on Sunday in Accra, he said "All primary four students in Ghana will be the first batch to undergo the just introduced initiative. The test does not only seek to improve learning outcomes but also reduce learning poverty across the country" The Sector Minister further explained that the new test will ensure that student will not wait till they reach JHS before writing their first National Exams. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bui-power-ceo-is-wrong-the-energy-minister-has-not-been-misled-by-gridco He hinted that the results derived will help both officials and teachers to know the weak points of students and rather help build them up in such areas. “The World Bank talks about learning poverty, they say 53% of students in their 10th year of various countries cannot read for understanding and Ghana is not an exception. That is why the President says we need to transform the space, and transformation of the space means that all fourth graders this year are going to be tested across the lengths and breadths of this country. Every one of them [sits for this exams] so that we see the challenges that are confronting us as a nation, then we give them one year when they are in primary five to make the necessary interventions,” he said. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Dr. Adutwum also noted that once the national standardized test has survived in Singapoe, he is confident that the Ghanaian students will study, understand and soar higher under the watch of President Akufo-Addo.” He appealed to guardians of the back the government in achieving the target of a new transformation in Ghana's education. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey “So parents, our goal is simple, we want to know whether your child can read or not. And the report will be generated and given to every single parent in this country in mathematics and literacy for them to really know whether their wards are doing well or not. Speaking on Government's achievements in the Education sector from 2017 to 2020, he said "Free SHS Flagship. Secondary enrollment increased from 800,000 to 1,250,000. Improved performance in 2020 WASSCE, 411 out 465 students achieved 8A1. Infrastructural expansion to all levels of education, Procured and distributed 1,190 vehicles (pick-ups and buses) to SHSs, District and Regional Education Offices" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc He added that there has been an improved efficiency and governance of Tertiary Education (GTEC) likewise Research allowance increased by 200%. He mentioned that the Akufo-Addo government has restored teacher trainee allowances among others. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Below are pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

An NDC Chairman believed to be in his late forties, has been found dead in his own room at Berekum Mpatase in Bono Region. According to an eyewitness, the deceased known as Baba Mahama AKA, ‘’Kramo Mahama’ was also a tax collector in Berekum East municipal assembly. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case On Friday 4th June evening, the neighbours of the decease realised that, late Mahama had been in his room for hours without stepping of which triggered the other tenants to help look for him. Speaking to Thinknewsonline.com, he said "So they tried to open his door and see what happened to him but unfortunately, his door was locked inside. They called his number and notice that, his phone was ringing inside the room but no one answer it. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Assembly man of the area, Gabriel Kyere (Aka IGP.) With the help of him together with some residence tried and opened the door but unfortunate they found him lifeless on his bed. According to the Assembly man, the deceased was with no injury on his body also he was not sick too but they rather don’t know what happened to him. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey The police are still investigating the cause of his death but since Mahama is a Muslim he has been buried by his family members according to their tradition. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Credit: Yawson Duah Alhassan (berekum)

Information reaching Thinknewsonline.com indicates that the Founder of The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN), Pastor Temitope Balogun Joshua known by as T. B. Joshua is dead. According to sources, the powerful man of God died two days after announcing plans for this upcoming birthday. The cause of his death is currently unknown. PROFILE Late T. B Joshua was a Nigerian charismatic pastor, televangelist, and philanthropist. He was the leader and founder of The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN), a Christian megachurch that runs the Emmanuel TV television station from Lagos. He was born on June 12, 1963, at Arigidi Akoko, Nigeria T. B. Joshua was known for his popularity across Africa and Latin America and his social media presence with 3,500,000 fans on Facebook. His YouTube channel, Emmanuel TV, had over 1,000,000 YouTube subscribers and was the world's most viewed Christian ministry on the platform before it was suspended. Described as the "Oprah of Evangelism" and "YouTube's most popular Pastor", he was awarded various accolades, notably receiving the Officer of the Order of the Federal Republic (OFR) by the Nigerian government in 2008 and being voted the Yoruba man of the decade by Pan-Yoruba media outlet Irohin-Odua. He was called one of Africa's 50 most influential people by Pan-African magazines The Africa Report and New African Magazine. As of 2011, according to Forbes, Joshua was Nigeria's third-richest pastor, although the claim was immediately denied in a statement by the church. He was known to be controversial and was even 'blacklisted' by the government of Cameroon in 2010. BIOGRAPHY According to Joshua's official biography, unusual circumstances surrounded his birth. He said that he spent 15 months in his mother's womb and narrowly avoided death after a quarry explosion near his house sent rocks through its roof just seven days after his birth. It is also alleged that Joshua's birth was 'prophesied' 100 years prior. Late T. B. Joshua, then known as Balogun Francis, attended St. Stephen's Anglican Primary School in Arigidi Akoko, Nigeria, between 1971 and 1977, but failed to complete one year of secondary school education. In school, he was known as a "small pastor" because of his love for the Bible. He worked in various casual jobs after his schooling had ended, including carrying chicken waste at a poultry farm. He organized Bible studies for local children and attended evening school during this period. T. B. Joshua attempted to join the Nigerian military but was thwarted due to a train breakdown that left him stranded en route to the military academy. The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN) Joshua wrote that in a heavenly vision he had received the divine anointing and a covenant from God to start his ministry. Following this, late T. B. Joshua founded the ministry organization The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN). According to the organization, more than 15,000 members attend its weekly Sunday service; visitors from outside Nigeria are accommodated in the accommodation blocks constructed at the church. The Guardian reported that The SCOAN attracts more weekly attendees than the combined number of visitors to Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London. The SCOAN's popular services have also resulted in an enormous boost for local businesses and hoteliers. Despite Joshua's popularity, the church only has a branch in Ghana, Joshua stating that "it is not yet time" for him to have branches worldwide as "it will be too much for my character". RELIGIOUS TOURISM The SCOAN has been described as “Nigeria’s biggest tourist attraction” and “the most visited destination by religious tourists in West Africa,” with thousands of foreigners flocking to attend the church's weekly services. Figures released by the Nigerian Immigration Service indicated that six out of every ten foreign travelers coming into Nigeria are bound for The SCOAN, a fact discussed in Zimbabwean parliament when addressing the economic potentials of religious tourism. This Day newspapers reported that “about two million local and inbound tourists” visit The SCOAN annually. The church's popularity has led to an increase in flight routes to Lagos from several African countries in 2013. POTENTIAL RELOCATION TO ISRAEL Late T. B. Joshua's contribution to Nigeria's religious tourism was highlighted when the cleric hinted at the possibility of relocating his ministry to Israel during a Sunday service. The announcement proved controversial with several prominent Nigerians urging him to remain in the country, citing the economic setbacks Nigeria would likely experience through his potential relocation. GHANA Days, after the late John Atta Mills became President of Ghana in 2009, his first port of call, was Joshua's church for a thanksgiving service where he revealed the cleric had accurately ‘prophesied’ his ascension to power and specific details relating to his narrow victory over Nana Akufo-Addo. T.B. Joshua was a regular visitor to Ghana during Mill's early presidency and allegedly organized prayer warriors to be praying in Osu Castle. MALAWI Late T.B. Joshua's much-publicized prophecy concerning the death of Malawian President Bingu Mutharika garnered intense media attention and was subsequently the subject of a Malawian government inquiry as to his successor, Joyce Banda, is a devotee of the cleric. Banda claimed Joshua's prayers healed her husband after he suffered a stroke and regularly visited Joshua in Nigeria while she was Head of State. TANZANIA The Late Man of God played the role of a peacemaker in the aftermath of the Tanzanian elections in 2015, visiting the country to meet and hold reconciliatory talks with President John Magufuli – a member of his church – and opposition leader Edward Lowassa. Story by: News Desk Report

Former Upper East Regional Minister, Paulina Tangoba Abayage, says most women who are perceived by society as ‘strong’ are lonely. According to the former minister, who separated from her ex-husband in 2006, social media has become her refuge in dealing with loneliness. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t Speaking to Nana Aba Anamoah on Starr Chat Wednesday, the former diplomat said “Some of the influential women in our communities are most times very lonely. Immediately they get home loneliness creeps in. They always need attention and someone to talk to. They don’t get that because men are afraid to approach them”. She added that “Most men are afraid to approach me because of my social status. I am always on social media whenever I feel lonely“. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bui-power-ceo-is-wrong-the-energy-minister-has-not-been-misled-by-gridco On LGBT, she cautioned practitioners against showing off in public since the act is illegal in Ghana. “I believe in our laws and constitution. Once the law says it’s no, it’s a no. The laws frown on this so it is illegal until the laws are changed. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/local-news-coda-outdoors-credit-union-to-support-informal-sector-pictures “They are entitled to their human rights as well as their citizenry rights. They should be allowed to enjoy proper health care, movement and all the privileges because they are citizens and humans, they should not ask for these rights on the basis that they are Gays or Lesbians, they should be reminded that LGBT is illegal”. Credit: Modern Ghana

Coastal Development Authority (CODA), as part of their social and corporate responsibilities has completed the construction of a durbar ground at Victoria Park in the Mfantseman Constituency in the Central Region. The project was funded by the Authority under the Infrastructure for Poverty Eradication Programme (IPEP). For decades, Victoria Park has been used as a venue for major social, cultural, and political events in Mfantseman and neighboring constituencies. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t The construction of the durbar grounds will elevate the facility and make it befitting of its status. The Central region is noted for its rich tourism potential due to its historical heritage dating to the colonial days. CODA is leading the implementation of IPEP in 109 constituencies in six regions with the construction of priority projects and the rolling out of initiatives to alleviate poverty and empower communities. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey CODA projects in Mfantseman Among other efforts to empower the constituency, CODA is strongly pursuing projects to enhance the potential of Mfansteman as a tourism/hospitality hub. A total of seven community centers with ancillary facilities are being constructed at Kyeakor, Abonko, AKatakyiwa, Egyase, Krofu, Ekurabaze and Asafora communities. These facilities are expected to pointedly boost the local hospitality industry in the constituency with its positive resultant effect on trade and services. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc Construction is also ongoing for a 6-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities at the Mfantseman Girls SHS. CODA is also building market sheds for kenkey and bread traders at Yamoransa junction; construction of 2.5M x 2.5M double culvert at Mankessim; and construction of U-drains at Tuntuminim, Anomabo. IPEP Through IPEP, communities have been empowered to have a say in developmental projects implemented for their benefit to accelerate economic and social development. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Below are some pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

As part of their social and corporate responsibilities, the leadership of Coastal Development Authority (CODA) has completed construction of a lorry park at Breman Essiam Community in the Ajumako Enyan Essiam Constituency in Central Region. The project, one of several being undertaken by the Authority, was funded under the Infrastructure for Poverty Eradication Programme (IPEP). READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Relevance of project During CODA’s engagement with key stakeholders to conduct an assessment of the constituency’s needs, it emerged through submissions by the traditional leadership, elected officials GPRTU and community groups that the need for construction of a paved lorry park was urgent and pressing. Hence, the Authority approved the project as a priority to be addressed through the one million dollars initiative. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc CODA Projects In Ajumako Enyan Essiam Constituency In addition to the car park at Breman Essiam, CODA is currently undertaking several other projects in the constituency. Construction is ongoing for a 20-seater disability friendly WC toilet with ancillary facilities at Enyaa-Apaa; a 3-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities at Ajumako Bosso; and a community-based health planning and services (CHPS) compound at Asempanyin. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Others are two 2-unit KG classroom blocks with ancillary facilities at Bisease Bethel Primary and Breman Denkyendua Basic schools; 6-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities at Osedzi School; and renovation of the Sacred Heart Community Library at Essiam. All projects were selected through consensus. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/amplified-will-focus-on-amplifying-mentoring-youth-dev-t-activities-in-various-quarters-gov-t IPEP Through IPEP, communities are empowered to determine their developmental priorities in the process to accelerate economic and social development. The programme, a flagship of the Akufo-Addo administration, allocates one million dollars or its cedi equivalent to each constituency annually for special projects. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/bui-power-ceo-is-wrong-the-energy-minister-has-not-been-misled-by-gridco Below are some pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Unknown assailants last dawn raided the home of the Executive Director of Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA), Mensah Thompson while he was asleep and made away with a sum of GHS8,000 as well as several valuables. In a press release from ASEPA, it revealed that “They [the robbers] bolted with a 65" TV set, an iPhone 12, two Laptops, an Apple iWatch series 6, a Wi-Fi modem, a cash amount of GHC8, 000 and other valuables.” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case The matter was reported to the Police who sent a team of investigators to the crime scene to conduct preliminary investigations. According to the initial observation by the Police, the robbery may be a targeted attack executed by professional henchmen. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc This is because, the statement indicated that in a building that has 14 different apartments, only that of ASEPA’s Executive Director was attacked that very night. Concerned by the growing insecurity in the country, ASEPA is calling on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to “raise the alert of the Police and other security agencies, improve Police visibility and Patrol Operations to improve general security in the country.” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Credit: Modern Ghana

A 31-year-old English tutor at the Ghana National College in Cape Coast, Ms. Sheila Afful has met her untimely death when she was hit by a car at the entrance of the school, killing her instantly. The incident happened on Wednesday at about 1100 hours when Ms. Afful was on her way to classes. The body of the deceased has since been deposited at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital morgue. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case According to an eyewitness, the driver of the vehicle who is a female Police constable stationed at Twifo-Praso, was descending from the hills of the school but lost control of the vehicle and hit the deceased at the pedestrian path of the school's gate after the car somersaulted several times. The vehicle in the process also hit a motorcycle belonging to a security officer parked at the gate. According to sources, the Police constable had gone to the school to visit her brother who is a student. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc The eyewitness said the Police MTTD later towed the vehicle away, after the accident. A family member of the deceased who pleaded anonymity described the deceased as a smart, intelligent, promising, and determined woman who was pursuing her Ph.D. program at the University of Cape Coast. The Central Regional Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Police Service, DSP Mrs Irene Serwaah Oppong confirmed the story to the GNA and said investigations have begun. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Credit: GNA

The Leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) says is set and prepared to mark the 42nd Anniversary of the June 4 uprising in Accra. According to a communique signed by the Director of Communications, Kakra Essamuah, due to the rising cases of covid-19, it will ensure that guests who get the opportunity to be at the event adhere to the strict covid protocols. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey "On Friday, June 4, at 7.30 am, there will be a wreath-laying ceremony at Dr Bannerman's Park, Korle Gonno followed by a virtual anniversary lecture at 10 am on the theme: the relevance of June 4 to contemporary Ghanaian democracy," it said. The virtual anniversary lecture which will be held at the NDC's National Headquarters, Adabraka will have Johnson Asiedu-Nketiah, General Secretary, Dr William Ahadzi, Rector of the party school and Fritz Baffuor, former Minister of Information. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc The virtual anniversary lecture will be crowned with brief remarks from Dr Ben Kumbuor, former Minister of Defence and Attorney-General, Hon. Dan Abodakpi, former Minister of Trade and Member of Parliament, Dr Zanetor Rawlings, Member of Parliament, Korle Klottey Constituency and Comrade Shine Gaveh. The NDC says all members, supporters and sympathizers of the great party are to take note accordingly. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case Below are copies of the release: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Appointments Committee of Parliament will from Wednesday, June 2, 2021, begin the vetting of the President’s nominees for the positions of a Minister of State and 39 Deputy Ministers. The exercise, which will end on Tuesday, June 15, will begin at 10:00 am each day. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/empire-star-bryshere-gray-sentenced-to-jail-in-domestic-violence-case In all, 39 deputy Ministerial nominees were appointed under 24 portfolios. Ten of the nominees are women. The list also featured first-time Members of Parliament like Hassan Tampuli and John Ampontuah Kumah. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/we-suspect-arson-targeted-at-destruction-and-concealment-of-material-evidence-at-tano-south-ndc A number of Ministers also maintained their portfolios from President Akufo-Addo’s first term, including Abena Osei-Asare at the Finance Ministry, Mohammed Amin Adam, William Owuraku Aidoo at the Energy Ministry, Osei Bonsu Amoah at the Local Government, Decentralisation & Rural Development and Tina Mensah at the Health Ministry, among others. In addition, a former deputy Minister of Finance, Charles Adu-Boahen, was also nominated as the Minister of State at the Ministry of Finance. A statement from the presidency indicated that President Akufo-Addo is hopeful that, “just as was done for his Ministers, Parliament will, on a bi-partisan basis, expedite the approval of his Deputy Ministerial nominees, so they can join the government forthwith, and assist in the delivery of his mandate for his second term in office.” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/summit-will-enable-authority-deliberate-take-decisions-on-political-security-in-mali-s-botchwey Credit: Citinewsroom