The Presidential Candidate for the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC) has confirmed he will scrap away the law banning the importation of salvage vehicles in the country when given the nod come December 7. According to him, the scraping move forms part of the private sector tax initiatives for the people of Ghana. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-financier-akwasi-banahene-shot-by-unknown-men Speaking at the launch of their People's Manifesto, the Presidential Candidate said "From 2021, MSMEs will be given tax reliefs to support their operations. Within the first three months of 2021, the NDC Government will lay before Parliament several bills that will seek to grant the following tax reliefs to MSMEs" He added that small businesses will be exempted entirely from corporate and personal income tax adding corporate income tax for medium size companies will be reduced from the current 25% to 15% READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-postpones-manifest-launch-to-september-7 "Newly established medium-sized companies that employ up to twenty (20) staff will also be exempted entirely from the payment of corporate income tax for one year and newly established medium companies that employ more than twenty (20) staff will be exempted entirely from the payment of corporate income tax for two years. Exempt commercial vehicles and other equipment imported into the country for commercial, industrial and agricultural purposes from import duty" he added. Mr Mahama stressed that the NDC government will at all cost review the Customs (Amendment) Act, 2020 (Act 1014) to scrap the law banning the importation of salvaged vehicles. He said "This will save the local automotive industry, especially Suame Magazine, Kokompe and Abossey Okai from collapse encourage vehicle assembling companies to operate as a complement to local industry, reverse the decoupling of VAT (12.5 per cent), NHIL (2.5 per cent), GETFund (2.5 per cent), which has brought untold hardship to Ghanaian businesses and households" ThinkNews Online has gathered that the country's parliament in 2020 passed the Customs Amendment Bill ceasing the importation of used vehicles older than 10 years and accident vehicles. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-s-manifesto-is-without-empty-promises-jane-opoku-agyemang It is emerging that the Customs (Amendment) Bill, 2020 seeks to amend the Customs Act, 2015 (Act 891) to provide incentives for automotive manufacturers and assemblers registered under the Ghana Automotive Manufacturing Development Programme (GAMDP). It will be increasing the import duty on specific motor vehicles and provide import duty exemptions for the security agencies and officers of the security agencies especially those who go on various assignments and peacekeeping in the security interest of he country. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Flagbearer for the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama has stressed that the country’s current economy under the Akufo-Addo administration is in tatters and intensive care unit. Speaking at the launch of the NDC’s manifesto dubbed ‘People’s Manifesto; Jobs, Prosperity and More’, Mr. Mahama said “Never in the history of the world has the quality of accountable leadership been more critical to its survival than now. Leadership that has been proactive and visionary have emerged from the shocks with less effect on their people and the economy. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same for our beloved country Ghana, our economy is in tatters and an intensive care” READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-postpones-manifest-launch-to-september-7 He added Ghana is on track to pose the highest ever physical deficit in its history since the beginning of the fourth republic. The Flagbearer further stressed that excessive borrowing over the last four years has placed Ghana in a high debt risk category. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-financier-akwasi-banahene-shot-by-unknown-men “We have absolutely nothing to show for it. Job losses are at an all-time high with lay-offs and business collapses becoming the order of the day. The capital and life time savings of small businesses and households have been eroded by the not to well thought through financial sector clean-up. Business confidence is at an all-time low” He also disclosed that he is disappointed in the Akufo-Addo government saying Ghanaians are tired and hungry while a elite few have all the access to all the opportunities to the little the nation has to offer. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

ThinkNews Online has gathered that fire has swept the residence of Ghanaian Actor, Koo Fori leaving him with nothing. According to sources, the fire started on Sunday night. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/education-ministry-obtains-financial-clearance-for-27-367-school-staff-pays-arrears-of-new-teachers Although the cause of the fire is unknown, it is emerging that properties destroyed worth millions of cedis. ThinkNews Online has also gathered that although the fire service were able to quench the fire, the Actor could not pick anything. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-sarkodie-spotted-at-bestie-s-private-birthday-party-video-pictures Watch video and pictures below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Ghana's Minister of Education, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has hinted the country is keen to promote the teaching and learning of the French Language in schools across the country. According to him, various policies have been envisaged in this direction. Speaking at the presentation of various materials and equipment by the Embassy of France in Accra, the Education Minister said "The current trend towards international co-operation, peaceful co-existence and technology transfer, necessitates that a person be able to communicate in a language that is understood by his or her neighbours" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-provide-one-hot-meal-a-day-for-jhs-3-students-and-teachers-prez-orders-gender-ministry He added in a country where its citizenry are able to communicate in at least two major international languages tend to have strategic importance in such areas as commerce and industry, science and technology, telecommunication, diplomacy and management Dr. Prempeh noted since Ghana is surrounded by three Francophone countries, it makes the country fall under one of the only five English- speaking countries, with the majority of countries in the sub-region being French-speaking. "It is in that respect that we have signed a Linguistic Pact with the International Organisation of la Francophonie in May 2018 and we are currently implementing an Action Plan for the country. Ghana is keen to promote the French language in our centres of learning and various policies have been envisaged in this direction" he stressed. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/ec-set-to-register-all-18yr-old-students-in-various-senior-high-schools-education-ministry He said "Key among these policies are the reforms of school curricula, to include the teaching and learning of French at the primary level from B4 to B6 through a standard-based curriculum. The Common Core Programme yet to be launched will put more emphasis on an enhanced teaching and learning approach. Further, we have taken a step ahead of many countries to initiate a Bilingual School project on pilot basis, three years ago" he noted. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-we-will-ensure-all-21st-century-teachers-are-well-tooled-education-ministry As part of its contribution to the learning and teaching of the french language, the French Embassy in Ghana donated some communication gadgets to Ghana’s Ministry of Education. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/education-ministry-obtains-financial-clearance-for-27-367-school-staff-pays-arrears-of-new-teachers The items were presented by the French Ambassador to Ghana, Anne Sophie Ave. She added she is confident the gadgets will help in the teaching and learning of the French Language in schools. The items included 41 pieces of office 365 personal, 41 pieces of Epson EB-S41 projector, 41 pieces of HP 19 V193 monitor, 58 pieces of HP 290 G2 Dual Core 4GB 1TB Desktop, among others. Watch video and pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The United Nations (UN) in Ghana has confirmed that it has no affiliation with the recently held' Blueprint Global Challenge Award' which was held in Accra. According to the UN in Ghana, it also does not have any links with the organisers. In an official statement sighted by ThinkNews Online it said "The attention of the UN in Ghana has been drawn to news reports of an award purported to be associated with the UN and the Kofi Annan Foundation" It added that all genuine UN notices follow strict rules and procedures and are announced/published on UN websites. Below is a copy of the release: Story by: Mandy Woods

Many artiste and personality has been scammed by Kwame Fordjour aka “Dr. UN” with his award scheme. Artists like Berla Mundi, Captain Smart, Sarkodie, DJ Black, D-Black and many other personalities are victims. The multi award winning personality, Nana Ama Mcbrown further revealed that she escaped Dr UN’s “by force” award by ignoring his mail. She added she would have been a victim of the fake award scheme by Dr UN if she had responded adding she would have made a full out of herself. Some scores of social media users are asking; were these celebrities desperate for an award? Couldn’t they have investigated about the source of the person honoring such award? Watch video and picture: Story by: Mandy Woods

AMG Rapper, MDK and his lovely wife Fella have taken to their Instagram handles to outdoor their daughter “Island Frimpong”. The couple in showing love to their daughter have also created an Instagram handle, @IslandFrimpong. The name given to the little girl has gotten the internet buzzing with user wondering and asking, why “Island”? Social media users say they were expecting a local Ewe name like "Enyonam” or “Awo Frimpongmaa”. It is however emerging that MDK and Fella got their inspiration from Kanye West and his family after they named theirs, “North-West” Congratulations to the AMG Family. See screenshots below: Story by: Mandy Woods

The Flagbearer for the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama has hinted that Ghana will be transformed into an advanced country if he is elected President after the December polls. According to Mr. Mahama, transforming the country is a sacred mission of the NDC adding it will come to reality if given the opportunity. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-postpones-manifest-launch-to-september-7 In a statement released ahead of the party's manifesto launch, the NDC Flagbearer said "It is our sacred mission to turn Ghana into an advanced nation as soon as possible! It is our moral obligation to be bold and to aim for greatness!” He also added that per the current crop of trials being faced in the country, the NDC through its new standards will make Ghana, a better place to live in. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video “'Good enough' is no longer good enough! To prosper and thrive, we need a fundamental change! We need to set our standards and expectations far higher than “good enough”! If we settle for “good enough”, we settle for a slow death of our very soul and of our pride.” Speaking on his second coming, the Flagbearer who doubles as Ghana's Former President hinted he has unfinished business stressing, he is coming back to fix things. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-i-will-turn-nafti-into-a-multimedia-university-mahama “In all honesty, I didn't take the decision to run for a second term as President neither easily, nor quickly. I didn't jump into it. I did it out of a sense of urgency after I began to contemplate more and more thoroughly about our vulnerabilities as a nation. Below is the statement from the former President Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

It is raining heavens at the Revival Restoration Church in Accra as the Heavenly Jewels Chorale is serving the audience with soothing choral songs at this year's Ayeyi Ndwom 2020 virtual concert. Heavenly Jewels Chorale, a non-denominational group with an orchestra based in Ghana is made up people from across the country, irrespective of age, social background, and race. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video Over these few years, the Heavenly Jewels Chorale have been able to stage and perform at high -profiled platforms with their prolific style that have attracted the admiration of diplomats and the ordinary citizen. According to the Heavenly Jewels Chorale, they are poised at serving the audience with nothing but the best in terms of good music. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video Due to the adherence of the covid-19 protocols, Organizers say the event will have fewer audience whiles there will be a virtual broadcast. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku Administrator of Heavenly Jewels Chorale Mr. Kweku Kyere said "Heavenly Jewels Chorale was set up to disseminate the word of God to the world through music. The event was supposed to have come on in July but due to the covid-19, it was rescheduled. Ayeyi Ndwom is all about praising God." He added the melodious chorale will serving the house with a plethora of good music. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/watch-shattawale-is-a-peacemaker-bulldog There were performances from Chocholosa. The event is free and is powered by Think Tv, Jewels Tv and supported by DAMs Premium Travel and Tours, Think Professional Institute and ThinkNewsOnline. Watch pictures and videos below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Vice Presidential Candidate for the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC), Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has hinted that the party's manifesto which is set to be launched on September 7 is without empty promises. According to her, the manifesto is targeted at addressing the needs of Ghanaians. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-postpones-manifest-launch-to-september-7 Addressing the chiefs and people of Bekwai in the Western North region, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said “Developing a manifesto is not about gathering some 10 people in a room to write a document on what they think the people need. You end up with misplaced priorities and empty promises" “The question is, who are you doing it for, and what are the people saying are their actual needs and wants?” she added. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/politics-ndc-financier-akwasi-banahene-shot-by-unknown-men Speaking on the second coming of the NDC, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang noted that Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) will be boosted with funding from the $10billion “Big Push” agenda. "This will make TVET more attractive and accessible to the youth to address youth unemployment in a proactive manner. The plan for enhanced TVET, she explained, fed into the objective of upgrading polytechnics to technical universities, envisaged under the previous NDC administration" she explained. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Entertainment Critic and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Remedi Entertainment, Dan Lartey has replied Rapper, Sarkodie saying his heart is overflowing with gratitude after receiving a 'MoMo' alert from the Sarkcess Music Boss. According to Dan Lartey, Rapper Sarkodie has done something so nice adding he appreciates it. In a Facebook post sighted by ThinkNews Online, Mr. Latey said "My heart is overflowing with gratitude. I am very thankful and i wish to extend my heart full of gratefulness to you, Mr. Michael Kwesi Owusu Addo, A.K.A Sarkodie (Obidi). You’ve done something so nice, and I appreciated it more than you’ll ever know. Nonetheless, you remain one of the greatest anchor of this industry" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/breaking-news-stonebwoy-apologies-to-sarkodie-s-manager The Entertainment Critic added although his 'Thank you' response was a little late, the feeling of gratitude stills lingers in his heart. "Cash Received, Message received, I will surely honour your invitation", he noted. It will be recalled that days before the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA), Entertainment Critic, Dan Lartey stated emphatically that Rapper, Sarkodie would win the Artiste of Year. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-funny-story-but-very-deep-sarkodie-lauds-fans When challenged on radio, Mr. Lartey swore to shave his hair and beard if the Rapper fails to win the ultimate. True to his words, Dan Lartey, shaved his beard and hair of which attracted the attention of Entertainment pundits, social media user and even, Rapper, Sarkodie. The Tema-based rapper in a tweet appreciated the gesture of the Entertainment Critic hence the 'MoMo'. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/entertainment-sarkodie-deletes-stonebwoy-s-picture-on-instagram See picture below: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Founder and General Overseer of Perez Chapel International, a Pentecostal-Charismatic Ministry in Ghana, Bishop Charles Yewuraekow Agyin-Asare has renewed vows with his wife after 35-years of marriage. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/place-priority-on-churches-mosques-just-as-you-do-for-work-school-religious-leaders The great man of God took to his Instagram handle and said "All these years with you feels blissful with you by my side. I remember this day like it was yesterday when we celebrated our 25th anniversary (10 years ago). I love you more each passing day" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/disinfect-mosques-churches-others-before-lifting-ban-on-social-gathering-chief-imam-to-prez The Bishop and his wife renewed their vows at the Perez Chapel in Accra. Below are pictures: Story by: Mandy Woods