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Police in the Indian city of Mumbai have arrested a man in connection with a knife attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan last week. Khan, one of India’s biggest stars, was stabbed by an intruder at his home, in an attack that shocked the country. He is recovering after surgery. On Sunday, police said they had arrested the key suspect, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, adding that he was a citizen of Bangladesh who was staying in India illegally. Mr Shehzad’s lawyer has denied the allegations and says he is not from Bangladesh. Police say they arrested Mr Shehzad from Thane, a…

The Roads and Highways Minister-designate, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has called for a comprehensive review of how road projects are awarded in Ghana. Mr. Agbodza, who appeared before the Appointments Committee of Parliament on January 20, cited concerns about financial sustainability and emphasised the need for closer collaboration between the government and industry stakeholders. While exploring solutions to address funding challenges, he stressed that the government remains heavily indebted and must find ways to meet its obligations. “At the moment, it is the Finance Minister’s responsibility to raise the money. In addition, we need to engage with industry players, contractors, and…

Roads and Highways Minister-designate, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has announced plans to reintroduce road tolling in Ghana, but with a modern twist that eliminates physical toll booths. During his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, January 20, Mr. Agbodza outlined a plan to reinstate tolls using advanced technology. “We are bringing tolling of public roads back. However, we are not bringing toll booths back,” Agbodza explained. “The system will be deployed on a digital platform, meaning drivers will no longer need to stop and pay at physical booths.” Again, Mr. Agbodza criticised the Akufo-Addo administration for abolishing road tolls, calling…

The second sitting of Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, January 20, 2025, was overshadowed by disagreements among members, delaying the vetting of Roads and Highways Minister-designate Kwame Governs Agbodza. The session opened with contentious exchanges, particularly over preliminary concerns of Effutu MP and Ranking Member Alexander Afenyo-Markin. He questioned the non-existence of a Cabinet Secretary, prompting Bawku Central MP Mahama Ayariga to call for a focus on the day’s primary task. “We are here to vet ministerial nominees. If there are concerns, other avenues can be used to address them,” Mr Ayariga suggested, urging the committee to proceed without diversion.…

The Minister-designate for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has raised serious concerns about rising debt in the road sector after he appeared before the Appointments Committee on Monday, January 20. Mr. Agbodza revealed that the previous government had left at least GH¢113 billion in outstanding commitments. He specifically highlighted GH¢20 billion in unpaid certificates, calling it a critical challenge for the incoming administration and a major strain on the country’s finances. The most alarming figure, however, is the accumulated interest on this debt, which has now reached a staggering GH¢665 million. Mr Agbodza explained that the high interest is…

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has issued a stern warning to President John Dramani Mahama, calling for immediate action to address post-election lawlessness and violence. They have vowed to withhold cooperation on government business unless decisive steps are taken to restore order. At a press conference held on Monday, January 20, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Weija Gbawe, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, criticised the president and the Election Security Taskforce for failing to enforce law and order amid rising tensions following the recent elections. “To President Mahama, we call on you to take immediate steps to call your party thugs…

Ghana’s energy sector faces mounting challenges that threaten national stability and economic progress, according to a new report by the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC). In a press release dated January 19, 2025, ASEC outlined critical interventions to avert a worsening crisis and secure a sustainable energy future. https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?gdpr=1&gdpr_consent=CP5WeUAP5WeUAEsACBENAmEoAP_gAEPgAAw4INJD7D7FbSFCwHpzaLsAMAhHRsCAQoQAAASBAmABQAKQIAQCgkAQFASgBAACAAAAICZBIQAECAAACUAAQAAAAAAEAAAAAAAIIAAAgAEAAAAIAAACAAAAEAAIAAAAEAAAmAgAAIIACAAAhAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAgAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAQOhQD2F2K2kKFkPCmQWYAQBCijYEAhQAAAAkCBIAAgAUgQAgFIIAgAIFAAAAAAAAAQEgCQAAQABAAAIACgAAAAAAIAAAAAAAQQAAAAAIAAAAAAAAEAAAAAAAQAAAAIAABEhCAAQQAEAAAAAAAQAAAAAAAAAAABAAA&addtl_consent=2~2072.70.89.93.108.122.149.196.2253.2299.259.2357.311.313.323.2373.338.358.2415.415.449.2506.2526.486.494.495.2568.2571.2575.540.574.2624.609.2677.864.981.1029.1048.1051.1095.1097.1126.1201.1205.1211.1276.1301.1344.1365.1415.1423.1449.1451.1570.1577.1598.1651.1716.1735.1753.1765.1870.1878.1889.1958~dv.&client=ca-pub-1989088809970613&output=html&h=320&slotname=9760142851&adk=4049130239&adf=803424053&pi=t.ma~as.9760142851&w=384&abgtt=10&lmt=1737396198&rafmt=1&format=384×320&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theghanareport.com%2Fasec-urges-decisive-action-to-address-ghanas-energy-sector-crisis%2F&fwr=1&fwrattr=true&rpe=1&resp_fmts=3&sfro=1&wgl=1&uach=WyJBbmRyb2lkIiwiMTIuMC4wIiwiIiwiU00tQTEzN0YiLCIxMzEuMC42Nzc4LjI2MSIsbnVsbCwxLG51bGwsIiIsW1siR29vZ2xlIENocm9tZSIsIjEzMS4wLjY3NzguMjYxIl0sWyJDaHJvbWl1bSIsIjEzMS4wLjY3NzguMjYxIl0sWyJOb3RfQSBCcmFuZCIsIjI0LjAuMC4wIl1dLDBd&dt=1737396197898&bpp=21&bdt=365&idt=241&shv=r20250114&mjsv=m202501160401&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3Df1959d5ec24b4f08%3AT%3D1720545827%3ART%3D1737396071%3AS%3DALNI_MbhCNm3FekglC-jdnVj6yFq4C0AHg&gpic=UID%3D00000e82fe00dc08%3AT%3D1720545827%3ART%3D1737396071%3AS%3DALNI_MbIkCvMwoqvmRZfp0BTPI76UvGoXA&eo_id_str=ID%3D3424df870f30fe4e%3AT%3D1726464105%3ART%3D1737396071%3AS%3DAA-Afja5d7HSQU0jM8NCiZcDw7bg&correlator=6623982008589&frm=20&pv=2&u_tz=0&u_his=2&u_h=857&u_w=384&u_ah=857&u_aw=384&u_cd=24&u_sd=2.813&dmc=4&adx=0&ady=1068&biw=384&bih=729&scr_x=0&scr_y=0&eid=31089806%2C95331832%2C95344790%2C95350245%2C31089852%2C95347433&oid=2&pvsid=2512136913090547&tmod=976725572&uas=0&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theghanareport.com%2F&fc=896&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C384%2C0%2C384%2C729%2C384%2C729&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7CeEbr%7C&abl=CS&pfx=0&fu=128&bc=31&bz=1&td=1&tdf=2&psd=W251bGwsbnVsbCxudWxsLDNd&nt=1&ifi=1&uci=a!1&btvi=1&fsb=1&dtd=841 “The energy sector is at a crossroads, and swift, decisive action is essential to prevent further deterioration,” said Dr. Elvis Twumasi, Director of Research and Innovation at ASEC. “Addressing these challenges will not only stabilise the sector but also bolster industrial production, economic growth, and job creation,” he added. ASEC highlighted…

The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has criticised the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government for the violent clash between illegal miners and military personnel at Obuasi.According to the Nsawam Adoagyiri lawmaker, the NDC government must bear the blame for the unfortunate incident, which has reportedly resulted in the deaths of seven individuals and left several others injured.He faulted the ruling government, suggesting that it may have indirectly contributed to the tragic incident that resulted in lives being lost.He specifically pointed to the party’s comments and remarks made during the 2024 general elections, implying that these may have incited and…

The Founding President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has expressed interest in receiving clarification about the cost of President John Dramani Mahama’s recent travels aboard his brother, Ibrahim Mahama’s private jet.In response to Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Acting Spokesperson of the Office of the President’s statement that the president’s travels on his brother’s private jet were at no cost to the Ghanaian taxpayer, Cudjoe raised a question about whether the travel expenses were officially classified as a gift to the state.In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on January 19, 2025, Cudjoe further questioned whether Ibrahim Mahama’s generosity had been…

The death of seven persons in the clash between suspected illegal miners at Obuasi and state security officers stationed at AngloGold Ashanti has led to criticisms being directed at the host of Onua TV’s morning show, Captain Smart.His critics are referencing an old video from the morning show where the host went on a rant against AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) over what he described as the company’s denial of indigenes’ rights with the support of the military.“I am telling the youth of Ghana in Obuasi to enter the hole (AGA site). When you get up, storm there. Everyone should go and…