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Deputy Minister of Gender and Social Protection, Freda Akosua Prempeh has confirmed that her Ministry will use Social Media Influencer, Rosemond Brown known as many as Akuapem Poloo as a scapegoat to deter others from abusing the rights of children. According to her, although Akuapem Poloo was celebrating her child's birthday, exposing her nudity to the little boy was wrong adding that it will go a long way to affect him psychologically. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/airbus-scandal-interpol-issues-arrest-warrant-for-samuel-adam-mahama-over-role-in-bribery Speaking on an Accra-based television station, the Deputy Minister said "If she is not dealt with, someone will go and dump the child anywhere and say the law cannot do anything but once there is law, it is there to protect the child" She added that it is unprofessional for celebrities to publicly expose their kids adding that they have become targets for kidnappers. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dubai-john-mahama-s-son-shafik-ties-knot-with-lover-photos-video She advised Celebrities and the public who love to expose their children on the internet to desist from such behaviours adding that anyone caught will face the wrath of the law. ThinkNewsOnline has gathered that if Akuapem Poloo is found guilty, she will be either be charged with 5000 penalty units or serve a 10 year jail term or both. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Ghanaian Comedian, Nana Yaw Benson know in showbiz as Funny Face has brought the internet to a standstill after flaunting his luxurious RV bus car- house after dropping a new picture on Instagram. In his picture, Funny Face was spotted sitting at the kitchen area of the car which has a bedroom, hall, and bathroom. This shows that he's just not friends with international footballer, Emmanuel Adebayor for nothing. Funny Face has proved that he is also in the league of the 'big boys' when it comes to rich celebrities in Ghana. Its seems the comedian Funny Face was about to get on the road with his RV bus to spend a couple of days. This photo comes after Funny Face publicly begged his friend Emmanuel Adebayor to forgive him and follow him on social media. Though Adebayor is no longer follows Funny Face on social media, the two celebrities are said to be in good terms as they are still friends but not on social media. Below is an embed picture: Story by: Bervelyn Henrietta Allotey

News reaching ThinkNewsOnline indicates that son of Ghana's Former President, John Mahama, Shafik Mahama has tied the knot with his lover in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The beautiful but simple wedding was graced by the family and friends of the groom and bride. It is emerging that the newly wedded whose name has been given as Azzy is a light-skinned lady. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku Brother of Shafik Mahama, Shahid was presented at the event and was even the best man. Shahid Mahama's first picture was captured with him wearing a 'boubou' outfit whiles his second photo had him dressed in a suit. Former President Mahama's son took to flaunting of his ring after the ceremony. READ ALSO:Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-paa-kwesi-nduom-is-disappointed-in-npp-brigette-dzogbenuku-discloses In the video, Shahid and Shafik could be seen sitting at a table with others and they were later spotted walking in their identical 'boubou' dressed. It is not known if former President Mahama and his other family members were at the wedding. Below are embed pictures and videos: READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/pass-the-affirmative-action-bill-now-2016-ppp-running-mate READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/airbus-scandal-interpol-issues-arrest-warrant-for-samuel-adam-mahama-over-role-in-bribery Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Information reaching ThinkNewsOnline indicates that the Ghana Police Service has been hit by a massive shake-up. The shake-up has affected some positions of the Police Management Board and some regional commanders. It is emerging that COP Mr. Nathan Kofi Boakye has now been elevated to the position of Director-General for Legal and Prosecutions. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/pass-the-affirmative-action-bill-now-2016-ppp-running-mate COP Mr. Paul Manly Awini is now the Director-General for Research, Planning and Transformation whiles DCOP Mr. Johnson Oyirifi-Akrofi takes over as the Eastern Police Regional Commander. ThinkNewsOnline has also gathered that DCOP Mr. Frederick Adu-Anim has been relocated to the Director-General for Information, Communication Technology (ICT) leaving DCOP Mr. Paul Ayittey as the North East Police Regional Commander. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/airbus-scandal-interpol-issues-arrest-warrant-for-samuel-adam-mahama-over-role-in-bribery DCOP Barima Tweneboah Sasraku II is now the Tema Police Regional Commander whiles DCOP Mr. Afful Boakye-Yiadom is now the Accra Police Regional Commander. Further checks reveals that DCOP Mr. Charles Domanban now head as Oti Police Regional Commander whiles DCOP Mrs. Habiba Akyere Twumasi -Sarpong is now the Central Police Regional Commander. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku ThinkNewsOnline will be keep its readers updated on new developments. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The National Chief Imam, Dr Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharbutu has endorsed the Nima Excellence Award Magazine #NEA after the Organisers paid a courtesy call on him at his residence in Accra. According to the Organizers, they approached the Chief Imam to seek for his blessings and approval. ThinkNewsOnline has gathered that this year's edition which is the 3rd will be celebrating the Chief Imam and his lifetime achievements as a leader of the Muslim community in the country. The Chief Imam however lauded the initiative and approved of he being celebrated in this year's 3rd edition. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/airbus-scandal-interpol-issues-arrest-warrant-for-samuel-adam-mahama-over-role-in-bribery He offered his prayers and blessings to the Organisers of Nima Excellence Awards and assured them of his support as well as backing ahead the virtual launch of this year's edition. Personal Aide of the National Chief Imam, Alhaji Khuzaima M. Osman said "The Chief Imam is impressed with the magazine. He is also grateful for the wonderful opportunity to interact with young Muslims and Zongo indigenes with such great aspirations, and ideas of celebrating the hard work and achievements of great people" The Nima Excellence Awards is a community-based awards scheme, which celebrates hard working people and organizations in Nima, Maamobi, Accra New-Town, Pig Farm, Kotobabi, Kanda and Ruga among others. The awards cover areas of endeavours such as; education, business, politics, sports, media, arts and entertainment, and social work. As a key part of the awards, the magazine will serve as an official mouthpiece which will project the profile of awardees and details of the events. The third edition will feature a detailed profile of the Chief Imam and his lifelong journey which churned him through to become an exceptional leader and icon of peaceful coexistence among people. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/pass-the-affirmative-action-bill-now-2016-ppp-running-mate This year's edition will see ten personalities receiving autographs of the Chief Imam. The virtual launch will host various Zongo leaders, youth activists, previous awardees and many across the global. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam George has descended heavily on the Special Prosecutor, Martin Amidu calling him a petty old man who is pushing a hatred driven agenda against the largest opposition party, National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Airbus scandal. According to him, Mr. Martin Amidu is being controlled by President Akufo-Addo to speed up in his finding as an attempt to demoralize the NDC ahead of the December 2020 general election. Speaking at the floor of Parliament, Sam George said "Martin Amidu is a petty old man who is pushing a hatred driven agenda against the NDC in the Airbus Scandal" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku Sam George came out hard on Martin Amidu after a release by Interpol placed an arrest on Mr. Samuel Adam Mahama, brother of the NDC Presidential Candidate and three other persons. He added that following the appointment of Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the Special Prosecutor and the NPP are doing everything possible to destroy the enthusiasm the partnership has brought to the NDC. Sam George said "President Akufo-Addo is robotically controlling Martin Amidu to pour water on the action. The whole move will not fly. I foresee a situation where despite whatever hidden agenda the government has against the NDC, we will succeed in our campaign and win the upcoming December Elections" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/airbus-scandal-interpol-issues-arrest-warrant-for-samuel-adam-mahama-over-role-in-bribery Background The International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) has issued an arrest warrant for Samuel Adam Fosters also known as Samuel Adam Mahama in relation to his role in the famous Airbus bribery saga. According to Interpol, it has slapped Mr. Mahama with an offence of accepting bribe to influence a public officer and acting in collaboration with a public officer for the public officers private gain. Interpol's red notice has revealed that Mr. Adam Mahama could be jailed for not more than 25 years. In the arrest which was released on the 10th 0f July, 2020, it said "Assurances are given that an extradition will be sought upon arrest of the person, in conformity with national laws and/or the applicable bilateral and multilateral treaties.” It is emerging that Ghana is one of five countries where European Aviation Giant, Airbus, paid or attempted to pay millions of dollars in bribes in exchange for contracts, leading a court in Britain to slap a fine of £3 billion on the company. ThinkNewsOnline has gathered that the European Aviation Giants, Airbus admitted five counts, i.e. its failure in preventing bribery, using a network of secret agents to pay large-scale backhanders to officials in foreign countries, which has Ghana included and a land high-value contracts. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Leadership of Teachers and Trainees Advocacy (TTA) have sent a strong warning to Former President Mahama to cease the misconception about the cancellation of Trainee Teachers Allowance seven years ago saying he never replaced it with any Students' Loan. According to the leadership, the public announcement by the Former Head of State is untrue and an arrant contradiction. In a statement signed and released by its National Convener, Patrick Karikari Antwi, it said "We wish to state on records and facts that, the evasive comments by the former President Mahama to the effect that the trainee teachers allowance was not scrapped but rather replaced with Students' Loan is untrue and an arrant contradiction. How can the allowance be one instance not cancelled and another instance replaced with Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF)?" Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/i-cannot-vote-for-a-party-that-failed-miserably-in-2009-sekou-nkrumah The statement further added that as a sequel to its constant purging of the airwaves and political discourse from deceit and lies about educational issues in the country, it was dismayed by the vicious attempt by the former President Mahama and his party's national communications Officer Sammy Gyamfi to once again scratch the surface of the wounds of teacher trainees with impunity. "Firstly, we at Teachers and Trainees Advocacy (TTA) wish to state that, the trainee teachers allowance was a free mechanized payroll disbursement which had no repayment clauses and interest rate accruals to the consolidated fund. The trainee teachers allowances cannot be replaced or substituted with a loan scheme which comes with a repayable clauses and massive stringent conditions before a teacher trainee could access the loan with SLTF" Mr. Karikari Antwi further added that some of the herculean hurdles included; the task of getting a guarantor who is a SSNIT contributor for 36 months continuous, getting a high ranking public servant to endorse and witness the loan application forms before the application could be sent. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku He also mentioned that its research, only 30% of trainee teachers were able to go through the ordeals and difficult qualifying conditions to access the students loan, from the year 2013 to 2016 when the allowance was cancelled. Mr. Antwi also hinted that the distorted fact that the colleges of education were upgraded to offer first degree and that merited the scrapping of the allowance comes with a big surprise to them. The statement also mentioned that the assertion is very shocking and unfounded adding that the very first batch of first degree students in the colleges of education were admitted in the year 2018 and expected to graduate in the year 2022. "So why was the truth eluded in the statement of the former president?" the TTA quizzed. READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/this-woman-cannot-brighten-your-political-fortunes-you-cannot-win-kennedy-agyapong-to-mahama The group admonished its trainee teachers to continue to exercise restraints in venting their spleen when desperate politicians distort fact about their painful and regrettable experience they endured during 2013 to 2016 academic year when their allowances were scrapped. "We could however agree with the former president that, the good and beneficial trainee teachers allowance was cancelled and replaced with a cumbersome and difficult-to-access student loan. Let's all rise beyond petty politics and be as patriotic as we can to raise the status quo of the teaching profession. The education sector is too sensitive to be used as a political football match" he said. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has commissioned the Right to Information (RTI) Secretariat as part of measures to provide support to the designated officers and assistant at the Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the public sector. The RTI Secretariat which is a Division of the Information Services Department (ISD) will help the MDAs to process information requested by citizens. It is emerging that a Divisional Head is expected to be appointed soon to manage the daily administrative activities of the Secretariat. Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, who cut the tape to officially open the Secretariat in Accra, implored the ISD staff to be professional in their dealings to ensure timely release of information to applicants. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku He said "You're to provide the information as it is required and not hide it, and should be dedicated to the tenets of the law to ensure that the rights given to citizens by the Constitution is upheld" The Minister said the first batch of Assistant RTI officers had been recruited to support the designated RTI officers at the various MDAs to process requests made by individuals and organizations. The RTI Bill was passed on March 26,2019 by Parliament and the President subsequently assented it into law on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. The Act provides for the implementation of the constitutional right to information held by any public institution and to foster a culture of transparency and accountability in public affairs. The law is a critical tool in the fight against corruption in the country. The Chief Director at the Ministry of Information, Mrs Mamle Andrews in her welcome address noted that the Secretariat will help monitor and coordinate the implementation of the activities of the RTI law across the public sector. She added that the effective roll out of the law will help government in policy formulation and decision-making. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/i-cannot-vote-for-a-party-that-failed-miserably-in-2009-sekou-nkrumah The Information Ministry was tasked by government to assist in putting up the requisite infrastructure towards the full operationalization of the Act within a year of the passage of the law. Information Minister Oppong Nkrumah, his Deputy Pius Enam Hadzide and members of the RTI Implementation Committee toured the facility. The fully air-conditioned Secretariat has furniture, computers, a server and a free conference equipment for organizing virtual meetings. Below are pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

A joint task force comprising officers from the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) and Zoomlion Ghana Limited have began a public awareness and sensitization program in the Central Business District (CBD) of Accra ahead of an enforcement exercise scheduled for Monday, June 20. According to the team, the public awareness is to ensure compliance with sanitation by-laws and COVID-19 protocols in the city of Accra.  ThinkNewsOnline has gathered that the yet-to-be held enforcement exercise whic is set for Monday, June 20 will ensure the maintenance and sustenance of good sanitation in the national capital, Accra and other regional capitals across the country. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/i-cannot-vote-for-a-party-that-failed-miserably-in-2009-sekou-nkrumah The taskforce visited areas such as the new Aayalolo Transport Terminal opposite the Kinbu Senior High School,  Tudu, Railways bus stop as well as CMB enclave to interact with traders,  push kart operators, motorcyclist popularly known as "Okada" riders, forex operators, drivers as well as commuters among others to keep their surroundings clean at all times in accordance with the environmental by-laws of the city to avoid prosecution.  Although the A.M.A collaborated with the Military and other security services embarked on a clean-up exercise in Accra, the sanitation situation in the nation's capital has still not seen any improvement. The team said "So, we have come to inform you that from Monday, we will be here to monitor and enforce the bye-laws to ensure that the standards are adhered to and maintained. If we come and there is any refuse in front of your shop or where you trade, the law will deal with you" READ ALSO: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/this-woman-cannot-brighten-your-political-fortunes-you-cannot-win-kennedy-agyapong-to-mahama The taskforce also used the opportunity to entreat those who were spotted without nose or face masks to put them on or buy one to curb the spread of the virus in the city.  The sensitization is expected to continue throughout the week ahead of the enforcement exercise on Monday. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Coastal Development Authority (CODA), Lawyer Jerry Ahmed Shaib has distributed some personal protective equipment (PPEs) to a section of the public who are partaking in the on-going voter registration exercise in some constituencies in the Greater Accra Region. According to him, the gesture forms part of measures of ensuring that the public are not only protected but also reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus. The Authority on Wednesday, 15th July, 2020, collaborated with the Members of Parliament for Ledzokuku and Krowor Constituencies to visit some registration centers and distribute facemasks, hand sanitizers and soft drinks to electoral officials, applicants and security officers. Ledzokuku Constituency At Ledzokuku, MP for the Constituency, who doubles as the Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye supported the CEO to call on EC registration officials and registrants to strictly adhere to government-prescribed measures to help stop the spread of the virus. Dr. Okoe Boye, addressing registrants, stressed the need for all Ghanaians to approach COVID-19 with a sense of urgency. He also commended constituents for coming out in their numbers to participate in the current exercise to compile a new voters register. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/pass-the-affirmative-action-bill-now-2016-ppp-running-mate Some of the registration centers visited by the team were Osabu Kojo Square Market, Ataa-Okoe Forward 3 and Jem Palace 1 registrations centers. The team also stopped over at Jem Palace 2, Ebenezer Junction and Penny Teshie registration centers. The rest were Muji Park, Teshie; Malik Park, Tsuibleoo North, Teshie; and Okpoi Gono Railway Station. Krowor Constituency At Krowor Constituency, the CEO was supported by the MP and Minister of Fisheries and Aquacultural Development, Hon Elizabeth Afoley Quaye to educate applicants about safety measures laid down by government and urged them to comply with same to ensure their safety as well as the safety of their family and loved ones. Hon. Afoley Quaye implored constituents to endeavor to go through the registration process peacefully and without incident. The Minister congratulated constituents for taking part in the registration exercise and, while at it, for making efforts to ensure compliance with COVID-19 safety measures. Among centers visited were Obene Tso Shishi Center and the Ghana National Preparatory School Nungua 3 Center. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/stop-hiding-behind-dirty-politics-some-of-you-are-naturally-dirty-brigette-dzogbonuku CODA Anti-Coronavirus Education Addressing the media, CEO of CODA, Lawyer Jerry Ahmed Shaib lauded registrants for exercising their civic duty by enthusiastically partaking in the ongoing compilation of a new voters register. He called on all stakeholders to comply with all safety protocols namely frequent handwashing, use of hand sanitizers, wearing of facemasks and maintaining social distancing. ThinkNewsOnline can confirm that CODA has gone a step further in the Authority’s public education drive by visiting voter registration centers to educate stakeholders through a public address system. Read Also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/i-cannot-vote-for-a-party-that-failed-miserably-in-2009-sekou-nkrumah It is emerging that the public education and distribution of PPEs is expected to keep Ghanaians aware of preventive protocols as they go through the registration process. Below are pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Minister of Education, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh known by many as Napo has called for an end to the stigmatization of people who have recovered from Covid-19. In a Facebook post featuring images of some of his staff who contracted the disease and have since recovered, the Minister called for a fight not only against the disease, but the negative stereotypes around it. He said “Those who survive it have a story to tell, and it is not a pretty one. We must not make it worse for them by stigmatizing and then ostracizing them”, he declared. Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/i-was-once-intimidate-while-on-a-campaign-tour-former-ppp-running-mate Spotted in different kinds of customized polo shirts, each attire had the inscription “I have been attacked by COVID-19. I have survived it and fully recovered” Dr. Prempeh furthered expressed his pride saying, “Thank God we beat it. Today, we say No to Stigmatization” It will be recalled that in recent times, Dr. Prempeh in his numerous interviews spoke extensively on his experiences whilst on admission in hospital for the disease, describing it as something he would never wish on his worst enemy. He also emphasized the importance of abiding by the hygiene and social distancing protocols, stressing that he did abide by them religiously and yet caught it. It is expected that given his significant public profile, the bold decision of the Minister to stand up publicly to fight stigmatization along with his team will further bolster the efforts of the government even further. Read also: https://www.thinknewsonline.com/post/dr-paa-kwesi-nduom-is-disappointed-in-npp-brigette-dzogbenuku-discloses In an interview with the Deputy Public Relations Officer of the Ministry, Kwasi Obeng-Fosu who was also captured in the photos as having been attacked and recovered, he confirmed that the Education Minister is leading a campaign against stigmatizing people who have been infected with the novel corona disease. He extended his call to mates, friends and family of the SHS students who have also recovered from the disease to extend some affection towards them. He cautioned against the publication of their pictures on social media and other channels. Below are pictures: Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

The Catholic Archbishop of Accra, Most Reverend Bishop John Bonaventure Kwofie is calling on Government rescind its decision on allowing final year students across the country to partake in the year's West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) amid the widespread of the novel coronavirus. According to him, he is unhappy about the move adding that the exposure will put the school children at risk. The new Catholic Archbishop of Accra said "I am registering my displeasure with the government for allowing final year students to go back to school and write exams amid this global pandemic" He added that allowing the children to write is a tragedy which can traumatize them. Most Reverend Bishop John Bonaventure Kwofie further pleaded with government to reconsider its decision. Story by: Bervelyn Henrietta Allotey