5 d. ago Government reviews curfew hours and security measures in Nalerigu township

The Ministry of the Interior, on the advice of the National Security Council, has announced an update to the curfew hours for the Nalerigu Township and its surrounding areas in the North East Region.

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5 d. ago CRC Unveils Sweeping Electoral Reforms to Strengthen Democratic Governance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/crc-unveils-sweeping-electoral-reforms-to-strengthen-democratic-governance/The Constitution Review Committee (CRC) has unveiled sweeping proposals aimed at reinforcing Ghana’s democratic institutions, with a strong focus on enhancing the independence and professionalism of the Electoral Commission. Among the key recommendations is an amendment to Article 223 of the 1992 Constitution to introduce a single, non-renewable 10-year term for the EC Chairperson and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/crc-unveils-sweeping-electoral-reforms-to-strengthen-democratic-governance/

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6 d. ago Constitution Review Committee presents final report to President Mahama today

The Constitution Review Committee is expected to formally present its final report to President John Dramani Mahama later today, marking a major milestone in the government’s efforts to review and strengthen Ghana’s constitutional framework.

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7 d. ago Bristol University threatened with legal action after protest at academic’s talk

A leading academic, who led a recent government review into sex and gender data collection, has threatened legal action against the University of Bristol, claiming it failed to protect her freedom of speech.

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8 d. ago US Suspends Green Card Processing for Nigerians Under Expanded Travel Ban

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-suspends-green-card-processing-for-nigerians-under-expanded-travel-ban/The United States government has suspended processing of green card and citizenship applications submitted by Nigerians and nationals of other countries newly added to an expanded travel ban, citing national security concerns and ongoing immigration screening reviews. A United States government official disclosed the suspension follows directives issued by the Trump administration, according to CBS […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-suspends-green-card-processing-for-nigerians-under-expanded-travel-ban/

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1 week ago Government imposes curfew on Nalerigu township to restore calm

The Ministry of the Interior has announced a curfew on Nalerigu Township and its surrounding areas in the Northern Region. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the ministry said the decision was taken by the Minister for the Interior “on the advice of the National Security Council and by Executive Instrument.” The […]

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1 week ago Government Seeks Civil Society Input on Petroleum Act Legislative Review Committee

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-seeks-civil-society-input-on-petroleum-act-legislative-review-committee/The Ghanaian government is consulting with civil society organizations to gather stakeholder views as part of efforts to review the Petroleum Exploration and Production Act 2016 and associated regulations governing the upstream petroleum sector. The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition inaugurated a Legislative Review Committee earlier this year co-chaired by former Minister for Power […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-seeks-civil-society-input-on-petroleum-act-legislative-review-committee/

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2 w. ago Ghana risks losing about US$630 million if government reduces lithium royalty rate from 10% to 5% – Africa Policy Lens warns

The Africa Policy Lens (APL) has warned that Ghana could lose significant revenue if the government proceeds with a proposal to reduce the agreed lithium royalty rate for Barari DV Ghana Limited from 10% to 5%. According to the APL, the previous government, after Cabinet approval to review royalty rates for lithium and associated minerals, reached an agreement with Barari DV Ghana Limited that set Ghana’s royalty at 10%—five percentage points higher than the standard rate applied in the broader mining sector.

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3 w. ago Ghana not included in U.S. Green Card review — Foreign Minister confirms after meeting with US envoy

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed that Ghana is not part of the United States government’s latest Green Card review and temporary immigration suspension, following a formal briefing from the Acting US Ambassador to Ghana, Rolf Olson.

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3 w. ago Nigeria Declares Nationwide Security Emergency Over Kidnappings

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-declares-nationwide-security-emergency-over-kidnappings/Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu declared a nationwide security emergency on November 26, directing immediate measures to combat a surge in kidnappings and attacks that have gripped Africa’s most populous nation. The declaration came after a particularly alarming week that saw multiple mass abduction incidents across different regions, prompting public outcry and demands for decisive government […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-declares-nationwide-security-emergency-over-kidnappings/

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