News of Tuesday, 1 June 2021

End lab scientists’ strike to avoid deaths – Labour expert to MoH, GHS

Contribute your quota to the passage of affirmative action bill – Canadian High Commissioner appeals to Yendi MP

Coronavirus: Journalists did yeoman’s job - Nana Akufo-Addo

UNSC Seat: ECOWAS support made Ghana uncontested candidate for West African region – Ayorkor Botchwey

Apologise to me or face the music - Road Contractor tells Shatta Wale

Akufo-Addo ‘roundly condemns’ assault of journalists but says criticisms not attack on media freedom

Lab scientists call off strike

ACP Agordzor, Mac Palm & 8 others begin trial June 8 as State calls 19 witnesses

Your comments on WASSCE performance unfortunate - GES tells former Edu. Minister

I don’t anticipate hostility from Achimota School – Lawyer for Rastafarians

Ghanaian medical student who died in Cuba to be buried on June 12

Rastafarian students saga: Achimota School to appeal court ruling

Achimota’s defense may not be solid for an appeal – Tyron Marhguy’s father

I prefer reckless media to a sparing one – Akufo-Addo

Govt to make teacher welfare an ultimate priority – Ntim Fordjour

I am proud of my role in repeal of criminal libel law – Prez Akufo- Addo

I’m an educationist, you are a mere lawyer – NAGRAT President hits back at lawyer for Rastafarian students

Group demands removal of Achimota School Headmistress

Some journalists willingly destroy people’s reputation without recourse - Akufo-Addo

It can’t be right that journalists are attacked – Akufo-Addo

Rasta Achimota Saga: Don’t let anyone intimidate you – Rastafarian Association tells dreadlocks students

Separate Free SHS issues from the general challenges facing the educational system - Lecturer

Your remarks on WASSCE performance disappointing - GES to Prof. Jane Naana

Achimota vs Rastafarian boys: Students yet to report to school after court's ruling

Achimota-Rastafarian Saga: Court ruling apt - Ghanaians speak

Dreadlock students vs Achimota School saga: Chronicle of events that led to the landmark ruling

Rasta-Achimota Saga: I doubt Achimota School will maltreat my son – Tyrone Marhguy’s Father

Expect more court cases against GES - Kofi Asare

Parents of Achimota Rasta students reacts to Joewise's wee smoking claim

‘Population census in Ghana a waste of money' - Governance Expert

I studied at home to make up for lost time - Tyrone Iras Marhguy

Another Ghanaian fishing vessel attacked by pirates

Embattled Rasta students need psychological counselling – Dr. Kwasi Osei

Enroll herbal clinics unto NHIS - Association pleads

Adongo warns Adu Boahen over his private company

Road contractors threaten to take over govt projects over delay in release of funds

Don’t send your children to Achimota – Kwesi Pratt advises parents of Rastafarian students

Stephen Atubiga descends on ‘wicked’ Sherry Ayittey for ‘disrespecting’ him at NDC headquarters

I beg you to deal with this menace - Fmr Adenta MP begs Kan-Dapaah on his knees

I used my plane ticket money to buy drugs – Ex-drug addict

Our story should inspire all Rasta students worldwide – Marhguy

Achimota-Rastafarian legal tussle ‘too plain’ for a court dispute - Martin Kpebu

ASEPA calls for removal of Achimota School headmistress

Former Adentan MP goes on his knees, begs Kan-Dapaah

Rasta case: I was scared the judge will be bribed – Student

Court adjourns case involving Assin North MP

I prefer boisterous even reckless media, to a supine one – Akufo-Addo

I will move with 12th gear at Media General - Captain Smart

It's not wrong to admit Free SHS is facing challenges - Naana Jane to Akufo-Addo

I never took math notes in JHS, I was always on top of the subject - Rasta Student

US Embassy in Ghana holds orientation for 2021 Mandela Washington fellows

Rasta case: Let your children wear any hairstyle they like – NAGRAT to parents

I can’t change – Captain Smart

Today in History: We’ll look after Captain Mahama’s children and bring them up – John Mahama

No ban on Ghana cocoa over child labour claims — EU

Government-owned ambulance loads bags of cement at Kasoa

Court ruling on Achimota Rastafarians case perfect application of the constitution – Martin Kpebu

I was scared judgment would go against us - Father of Rasta student

I’ll conform to every rule at Achimota – Nkrabea

Vestel Publications apologises to Muslims over ‘unacceptable’ content in RME textbook

I almost cut my hair for the Achimota dream – Rasta student

Achimota school issue has damaged our children - Parents

LIVESTREAMING: Ghana holds Africa Journalist Leaders' Conference

LIVESTREAMED: Here's a line up of Tuesday's programmes on GhanaWeb TV

I’m determined to protect lives and properties – Akufo-Addo assures Ghanaians

Rasta case: I've been on antidepressants for 7 weeks - Nkrabea's mother

Implement 2-year mandatory military service after school – GPCC Executive Member

This 26-year-old UK-based Ghanaian with no home, family in Ghana faces deportation and here is why

Veep's Spokesperson supports Accra Regional Minister to stop drivers from using sirens

I don't think I will be a friendly face in school - Rasta student

Captain Smart joins Media General

We will do as the court says after we hear from our legal advisors - GES

Banning small scale mining is a lazy man’s approach – Small Scale miners to Okyehene

Drop any appeal against ruling and move on – IFEST tells Achimota school

Achimota-Rasta students' case: This ruling changes nothing, except that students can do as they wish now - Angel Cabornu

Lab Scientists’ Strike: Parliament’s Health Committee summons Minister

Vice President Bawumia donates five incubators to Kokrokoo Charity Foundation

LIVESTREAMING: Kokrokoo on Peace FM

Today at the news stands

Achimota School saga: Ruling sets a bad precedent - Lawyer

Galilea Youth Alliance embarks on clean-up exercise

Newspaper seller prays old people live longer else the business may collapse

Court’s ruling on Achimota School vs. Rasta students case vindicates me - Sam George

Akufo-Addo’s UCC speech lowest point, most unfortunate – Manasseh Azure Awuni

Give our children a warm reception when they come - Rasward Nkrabia to Achimota School

DSP Azugu excited over his removal from National Security

Akufo-Addo’s £15,000 per hour luxury jet trip: Ablakwa rushed in publicizing allegations – Afenyo-Markin

Lawyer for Rasta students goes hard on NAGRAT President

Achimota-Rasta students’ case: Angel Carbonu 'trivializes' court ruling

Policeman 'defrauds' 30-year-old lady of GH¢5,000

'The terrorism and insurgency in West Africa and Sahel Region is a reality' - Oppong-Nkrumah

Jailing vagrants is rights abuse - Appeals Court Judge

Acid victim recounts stigmatization ordeal

Tobacco and coronavirus

FDA educates the public on dangers of tobacco smoking

Adopt technology to keep up with modern teaching trends - GNAT urged

'We have nothing to hide' - Prosecution in J.B. Adu Danquah murder case declares

Missing AngloGold miner confirmed dead after weeks of search by a rescue team

Akufo-Addo is 'raping' the public purse – Sammy Gyamfi teases

Better to survive than to die in a marriage – Abused wives warned

Court stops installation of rival chief at Offinso - Asamankama

Tema Manhean Anglican 'B' Basic school needs washroom

Stay home on Census night - AMA boss to residents

Sack Achimota School headmistress to teach others lesson - ASEPA tells GES

The Court has affirmed it was wrong to deny Rastafarian students admission - Kwakye Ofosu

Security Analyst welcomes suspension of Mali from ECOWAS

Do a survey on ‘culture of silence’ – MFWA to National Security

Place ban on farming, mining near water bodies – Gov’t told

Trial of Agordzor, Mac Palm, 8 others begins June 8

Armed robbers attack man on Achimota-GIMPA road

Alleged National Security Thievery: Ministry of Information called upon for explanations

Tamale: Kidnappers demanded GH¢80,000 before releasing victims - Police

21-year-old lady allegedly stabs father to death at Tema

Alleged coup plotters back in court for bail variation

FLASHBACK: NPP contracted me to kill JB Danquah – Suspect confesses

Man who buried son alive remanded into police custody

Teacher defiles minor, bribes her with ¢20 cedis

Maame Efua Sakyi-Aidoo urges NDC Women organizers to be servant leaders

Census: Stop the partisan recruitment – NDC Savannah tells government

Reappoint Kwahu South MCE Emmanuel Attah Ofori Snr – NPP Groups beg Akufo-Addo

Burning excavators the only solution to their ‘disappearance’ – Dr Amoako Baah

Achimota saga: Lesbians and gays may also also make demands - PPP chairman

Today in History: Hundreds of billions locked up in Africa’s belly – Bawumia

Party communicators doing a disservice to EC - Gyampo bemoans

Govt not interested in resolving the recurring impasse between Ghanaian and Nigerian traders - MP

GNPC Foundation supports 17 schools with classroom furniture

Education Ministry honors 12 Senior High students in Ashanti region

British High Commissioner urges Ghanaians to climb Adaklu Mountain

Upgrade of Sakora Wonoo road starts two days to Sir John’s funeral

Play active roles in keeping Ghana clean – NCCE boss

New Juaben: NCCE educates students on Constitution as part of Citizenship Week

Ofosu-Bator M/A Basic School pupils study under trees

It is difficult to prove prostitution and adultery in court - Edudzi Tamakloe on arrest of prostitutes

We are fully prepared for 2021 census - VR GSS boss

Zamse SHS 2 students expelled for committing abortion on campus

FDA destroys unwholesome products

Education Ministry honours 12 SHSs in Ashanti

Stakeholders urged to sustain waste fishing nets collection project

Traditional leadership is key to integration, trade - Togbe Afede

UCC commends President Akufo-Addo for supporting construction of students’ residential facility

Africa media leaders meet in Accra

We're taking steps to deal with street beggars – KMA

Ghana Police Service and GIZ hold planning workshop mapping out support to the Police

Volta CNC climaxes its coronavirus awareness drama at Mafi-Kumasi

Two mobile money robbers beaten to pulp in broad daylight robbery

Teachers threaten boycott after residents shit-bomb school

Teachers threaten boycott after residents shit-bomb school

Court stops installation of rival chief at Offinso-Asamankama

Amrahia Health Centre calls of support after Hisense donation

Men encouraged to join fight against teenage pregnancy

Squatters at Asafo Railway Line slum rebuilding structures after fire outbreak

FaBCA calls on government to increase safety net of Orphans and Vulnerable Children

Cancellation of PTA Levies affecting school management - Circuit Supervisor

Ga East MCE urges all to participate in census night

Bole Immigration Service intercepts 10 foreigners on first day of inland checkpoint

Menstrual Hygiene Day: Boy child critical for effective action against period poverty - Dr. Frimpong

Young female adults use tobacco than males - Ghana Youth Tobacco Survey

Support GSS for credible census data - Adaklu NCCE Director

Today is World No Tobacco Day

Self-Love Foundation backs calls on scrapping of taxes on imported sanitary pads

World No Tobacco Day: Avoid using shisha, cigarette to relieve academic stress – NUGS

Menstrual hygiene management plan launched in Accra

Response to social media article on firms of Ofori­-Atta, Adu Boahen appointed advisors to Finance Ministry

Papa’s Pizza extends CSR initiative to Madina Mosque amidst Eid Al-Fitr

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MTN Ghana to launch 25th anniversary celebration on June 2

Allianz Insurance reaffirms commitment with completion of recapitalization

Ritek Foundation supports school with teaching, learning materials

Polytank named Brand of the Year

Bolt, Star Assurance partner to provide insurance cover for drivers, riders in Ghana

Become a Climate Champion with Cartoon Network

Emirates kicks off summer with stress-free travel and special fares to popular destinations

Adonko bitters wins 2021 Best Beverage Producing Company

Digital Opportunity Trust, IBM team up to provide digital, career skills for youth in Africa, the Middle East

All set for the 18th Ghana International Book Fair launch on 2nd June

BetPlanet to give out GH¢10,000 monthly to three lucky Ghanaians with Creator’s Cup Campaign

Handwashing: process of getting infection or promoting quality state of health?