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Highlights Of Parliamentary Business In The First Meeting Of The First Session Of The Ninth Parliament

The First Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana commenced on Tuesday, 7th January 2025, and ended on Saturday, 29th March 2025.

The House held Forty-Three (43) Sittings within eleven weeks, performing its deliberative, representational, oversight, and legislative functions, among others.

This Meeting of the First Session was quite long and characterised by many parliamentary-related activities. This article highlights some of the activities during the Meeting under review.

Presentation of Business
Some parliamentary Businesses were carried out, including the presentation of Papers, reading of Bills, presentation of Regulations, Constitutional and Legislative Instruments, referrals to Committees, reports from Committees of the House, Ministries, Departments, and other agencies.,

Bills
A total of 18 Bills were presented to the House during the First Meeting, namely Electronic Transfer Levy (Repeal) Bill, 2025; Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Revenue Administration (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Special Import Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Emissions Levy (Repeal) Bill, 2025; Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Earmarked Funds Capping and Realignment (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Ghana Gold Board Bill, 2025; Energy Sector Levy Bill, 2025; Ghana Gold Board Bill, 2025; Public Financial Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Minerals Income Investment Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Petroleum Revenue Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Ghana Cocoa Board (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Public Procurement Authority (Amendment) Bill, 2025; and the Appropriation Bill, 2025. Out of the 18 Bills read, 16 were passed by the House during the Meeting. The passed Bills are the Electronic Transfer Levy (Repeal) Bill, 2025; Revenue Administration (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Emissions Levy (Repeal) Bill, 2025; Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Special Import Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Energy Sector Levy Bill, 2025; the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Earmarked Funds Capping and Realignment (Amendment) Bill, 2025; the Public Procurement Authority (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Minerals Income Investment Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2025; the Petroleum Revenue Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Public Financial Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025; the Appropriation Bill, 2025; and the Ghana Gold Board Bill, 2025. |

Regulations
One Regulation, the Environmental Protection (Mining in Forest Reserves) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, was presented to the House and referred to the Committee on Subsidiary Legislation.

Annual Reports
Four (4) Annual Reports from different Government agencies were presented to the House during this Meeting. They were Annual Reports on the Petroleum Funds for the 2024 Fiscal Year, the Collection and Utilisation of the African Union Import Levy for the 2024 Fiscal Year, the District Assemblies Common Fund for the year 2023, and the Staffing Position of the Office of the President for the Period 1st January to 31st December 2024.

Committee Reports
Seventy-two (72) Committee reports were submitted to the House by various Committees of the House for consideration and adoption. All the reports that were submitted were duly debated and adopted by the House.

Auditor-General’s Report
The House considered one (1) Auditor-General’s Report. The report was on the Statements of Foreign Exchange Receipts and Payments of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for the half-year ended 30th June 2024.

Leadership Reports
One report from Leadership on the Formula for the Composition of Parliamentary Delegations, and other Parliamentary Groups and Associations was presented to the House on Tuesday, 25th March, 2025.

Message on the State of the Nation
On Thursday, 27th February, 2025, and in accordance with article 67 of the 1992 Constitution and Standing Order 72 (1), the President of the Republic, H. E. John Dramani Mahama, presented to Parliament a Message on the State of the Nation. Members had the opportunity to make comments in support of the Message of the President.

Ministerial and other Appointments
During the First Meeting, the President nominated 56 persons for appointment as Ministers, Deputy Ministers, and Members of Cabinet. The Appointments Committee held public hearings to vet all the nominees, and they were approved by the House even though the Minority Caucus abstained from some of the approvals. During the public hearing of the Appointments Committee, there were a lot of misunderstandings that led to disruptions. The Rt. Hon. Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin suspended four (4) Members of Parliament for two weeks and set up a Committee to investigate the chaos during the vetting. The suspended MPs were the Majority Chief Whip and MP for South Dayi, Mr Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor, the Minority Chief Whip and MP for Nsawam-Adoagyri, Mr Frank Annoh Dompreh, the MP for Gushiegu, Mr Alhassan Tampuli Sulemana, and the MP for Weija-Gbawe, Mr Jerry Ahmed Shaib.

Presentation of Budget Statement and Economic Policy
In line with article 179 of the 1992 Constitution and section 21 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, presented the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Tuesday, 11th March 2025.
Members of Parliament from both Sides of the House took turns to comment on the Budget Statement and later passed the Appropriation Bill.

Motions
One Hundred and Thirty-four (134) Motions were moved and adopted by the House during the Meeting. The Motions were mainly on the following: Adoption of the Annual Budget Statement and Economic Policy of the Government for 2025, adoption of Committee reports on the 2024 Annual Budget Estimates, motions for Second and Third Reading of Bills, motion to adopt His Excellency the President’s nomination of Ministers and Deputy Ministers.

Questions
A total of fifty-two (52) questions were asked by Members of Parliament and answered by Ministers of State on the floor of the House. Hon Members were further allowed to ask supplementary questions relating to the subject matter.

Statements
Ninety-four (94) Statements were made by Ministers and Members of Parliament to commemorate important national and international events, draw the attention of the House to issues of public importance, and Government Policies.

Communication from the President
The House received a total of fourteen (14) Communications from the Office of the President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, during the Meeting. These communications were to inform the Rt Hon Speaker and the House of the absence of H. E. The President from the country, the nomination of Ministers and Deputy Ministers, and other appointments.

Committee Sittings
The House recorded seventy-three (73) Committee meetings. These meetings were held to consider Bills, vet ministerial nominees, consider budget estimates, and other issues of public concern.

Change in Leadership
On Thursday, 23rd January 2025, the Rt Hon Speaker, pursuant to Order 67(1)(r), informed the House of a communication from the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), designating the following Hon Members to leadership positions on the Majority Front Bench in the Ninth Parliament. Hon. Mahama Ayariga, Majority Leader; Hon. George Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, Deputy Majority Leader; Hon. Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor, Majority Chief Whip; Hon. Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe, First Deputy Majority Whip; and Hon. Richard Acheampong, Second Deputy Majority Whip.
Similarly, there were changes in the Minority front bench, with the following Hon Members assuming leadership positions in the Ninth Parliament. Hon. Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, Minority Leader; Hon. Patricia Appiagyei, Deputy Minority Leader; Hon. Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Minority Chief Whip; Hon. Habib Iddrisu, First Deputy Majority Whip; and Hon Jerry Ahmed Shaib, Second Deputy Majority Whip.

Adjournment
The Rt. Hon. Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, the Majority Leader, Mr Mahama Ayariga, and the Minority Leader, Mr Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin made their closing remarks to thank the First and Second Deputy Speakers, Mr Bernard Ahiafor and Mr Andrew Asiamah Amoako and Hon Members for working hard and contributing to the Business of the House during the Meeting.
Even though the First Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament was scheduled to adjourn sine die on Friday, 28th March 2025, the House was officially adjourned sine die by the Rt. Hon. Speaker on Saturday, 29th March, 2025.

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Gyangyanadze Court Complex in Effutu commissioned

Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu constituency has said without a strong independent Judiciary the very fabric of Ghana’s democracy would start to erode when a Gyangyanadze Court Complex was commissioned in his constituency.

According to him it is an honour for him as Member of Parliament for Effutu, to have championed the project from its conception to its completion.

“Witnessing this vision come to life fills me with pride and renewed hope for the future of our constituency and the nation.
This court complex reinforces what their demonstration stood for. It says that in Effutu, we do not just speak of the rule of law, we build for it. They do not merely expect justice; they invest in it. And they do not cower before those who seek to subvert the Judiciary; we stand in solidarity with it.

Again, the importance of access to justice cannot be overstated. Justice is the foundation of any peaceful and equitable society. With this new Court Complex right here in Gyangyanadze, access to justice has been brought closer to their doorsteps.

This complex will house a Circuit Court and a High Court, along with offices for registrars, administrators, and other staff, creating a one-stop centre for justice delivery in our community.

This initiative is in line with a broader vision championed by H.E Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the NPP government. The NPP government launched an ambitious project to construct 100 new courthouses across Ghana to widen access to justice. As of early 2024, many of these courts had been completed and inaugurated, opening up justice to people in underserved areas.

Here in Effutu, we are proud to have complemented that national effort with our own modern court complex, which is being commissioned today. No longer will a resident of Gyangyanadze or its surrounding towns need to travel a distance in search of justice – that opportunity has been brought closer to you. This is a victory for the ordinary men, women, and children of Effutu. It promises quicker resolution of disputes, greater convenience for litigants, and a stronger, more visible presence of the rule of law in our daily lives, he added.

The Effutu MP also noted that access to justice is not only about physical proximity but also about removing barriers to fairness. This court complex stands as a beacon of hope, symbolising that the law is for all, rich or poor. When the vulnerable know that justice is within reach, their confidence in the system is strengthened.

Over the past few years, they have made significant investments across multiple fronts to uplift Effutu.

For example, we have initiated the construction of a state-of-the-art children’s hospital at Gyangyanadze to provide specialized care for our young ones. This hospital, the first of its kind in our region, ensures that our children no longer need to be referred to distant facilities for treatment.

It is nearing completion and stands as a testament to our commitment to improving healthcare. In education, we have enhanced schools and provided vital resources to teachers and students, because a knowledgeable society is the cornerstone of progress. Additionally, they are constructing new offices for agencies like the Ghana Immigration Service, National Health Insurance, and the Ghana Revenue Authority as part of the ‘Effutu Dream’ for comprehensive development.

To the staff who will work here – the judges, magistrates, registrars, bailiffs, and administrative personnel, I extend a warm welcome. This complex is now your second home. Treat it with the utmost care and professionalism.

Let us maintain it meticulously so that it remains as functional and magnificent decades from now as it is today. As a community, we will also play our part by respecting the premises and supporting the court’s important work.

Court Complex standing tall is a powerful reminder that the Effutu story is one of vision, resilience, and shared purpose. Let us move forward from here, inspired and united. May this Court Complex serve our people with excellence and become a shining model across.

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Saglemi project: Prioritize completion to salvage what is left – Committee bemoaned deterioration

The Parliamentary Committee on Works & Housing has called on Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin to visit Saglemi Housing Project and probe into the theft, destruction and deterioration of state of the project.

The committee also urged Government to speed up the process to complete the project for its intended purposes.

The Saglemi Housing Project, initiated in 2012, aimed to provide 5,000 affordable housing units but has faced significant challenges, including vandalism, theft, and deterioration and the project site, comprising over 1,600 housing units, has been overrun by weeds and thieves. Fitting and glass panels have been destroyed, sanitary wares stolen and metal burglar proofs damaged or taken away.

The Parliamentary Committee on Works and Housing, led by Chairman Vincent Oppong Asamoah, conducted a site visit and was shocked by the extent of the damage.

The committee is calling for Parliamentary Probe to investigate the massive theft and vandalism. Prioritizing the project’s completion to salvage what’s left. The Committee calls for removal of politics from the project to ensure its success.

The Minority Spoke Person on Works and Housing added his voice stressing “enough of the politics surrounding the Saglemi Affordable Housing Project”. And it is sad going round with what they have observed with a project that is nearing completion and because of the wrangling the project has been brought back so many steps.

And we should not allow it to become waste on the tax payer and whatever the committee sees fit would be put out.

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Roads and Transport Committee reaffirms support for Ghana’s Aviation Sector during visit to GCAA

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Roads and Transport has pledged its continued support for the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) as the Authority tackles critical operational challenges, particularly land encroachment on its properties.

The commitment was made during a familiarization visit to the GCAA on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. The Chairperson of the Committee and Member of Parliament for Wassa East, Hon. Isaac Adjei Mensah, described the visit as ‘very satisfying’ and reiterated the committee’s oversight mandate over transport-related agencies.

After the tour, Hon. Adjei Mensah raised concerns over the increasing encroachment on GCAA lands, stressing the importance of protecting assets under internationally regulated aviation zones.

“This is an international organization certified by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and their work involves regulated, restricted areas. It is vital that GCAA steps up to protect these zones,” he stated.

He assured the Authority of Parliament’s support in tackling the issue, emphasizing that safeguarding GCAA assets is critical for national security and operational efficiency. He encouraged the GCAA to take proactive steps to secure its properties.

While noting that some matters discussed during the visit were classified due to national security concerns, Hon. Adjei Mensah expressed satisfaction with the GCAA’s performance and pledged the Committee’s ongoing legislative backing.

The Acting Director-General of the GCAA, Rev. Stephen Wilfred Arthur, welcomed the Committee’s visit, describing it as timely and encouraging. He acknowledged Parliament’s vital role in supporting the Authority’s strategic objectives.

“The task is quite enormous, but we believe that with your kind support, we will make the vision of a modernized aviation sector a reality,” he said.
As part of the visit, Committee members were taken on a tour of key operational facilities at Kotoka International Airport. These included the Watch Tower, Server Room, Air Traffic Control (ATC) centre, and the Ghana Civil Aviation Training Academy (GATA).

The visit is part of the Committee’s oversight responsibility to ensure that agencies under the Ministry of Transport remain aligned with national development objectives.

Other members of the Committee who participated in the tour included Hon. Chiwitey Dari Andrew (Vice Chairperson and MP for Sawla/Tuna/Kalba), Hon. Osei Nyarko Kennedy (Ranking Member and MP for Akim Swedru), Hon. Ziedeng Anwataazumo Bede (MP for Lawra), Hon. Frimpong Kwame Ohene (MP for Asante Akim North), Hon. Mahama Toure Naser (MP for Ayawaso East), Hon. Mubarak Seid (MP for Sunyani East), and Hon. Jean-Marie Formadi (MP for Biakoye).

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Works and Housing Committee Chair advocates for ban on plastics

Chairman of the Works and Housing Committee, Vincent Oppong Asamoah, is advocating for a nationwide ban on plastics due to their severe environmental impact and role in exacerbating flooding in Accra.

During a site visit to the Odawna drainage system, part of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project, Chairman of Parliament’s Works and Housing Committee Vincent Oppong Asamoah highlighted the significant problem of plastic waste clogging drains and hindering progress.

The GARID Project, funded by a $200 million World Bank grant since 2020, aims to address chronic flooding in Accra, particularly along the Odaw River basin.

His call for the ban of plastics is supported by a recent poll, which found that 85% of people worldwide want a global ban on single-use plastics. This ban could help reduce global plastic production, with 87% of those polled supporting such a measure. Other favored measures include banning harmful chemicals used in plastics (90% support) and ensuring plastics can be safely reused and recycled.

And his initiative aligns with global efforts to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable practices. The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Plastic Free Foundation are among organizations advocating strong, legally binding global rules to cut plastic pollution.

The Ranking Member of the Works and Housing Committee in Parliament, Korsah-Adjei Mensah Martin calls for the arrest of individuals who pollutes drains with rubbish and hoped the laws would work in this direction

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Minority leader condemns attack on him by police constable during demo

The Minority Leader Hon Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin has condemned an attack on his person by a uniformed police officer constable Forson during the “Save The Judiciary Demo” when the demonstrators got to the entrance of Parliament House.

In a statement he noted that a demonstration which he led successfully on Monday, May 5, 2025, with other political parties and one of their stops to present a petition to Parliament House after earlier successful presentation to the Supreme Court and from parliament they were heading to Jubilee House. “Upon arrival at Parliament House, the National Organizer and other party leaders had already been granted access and the deputy Minority Leader Hon Appiagyei and I were then invited by the party’s communication director Richard Ahiagbah to proceed to join them”

He noted that as he approached the barricade without any provocation constable Forson, a heavily built officer deliberately struck his left chest with full force with his right palm, hence he was dazed and visibly shaken and short of breath. At that moment he spontaneously protested his conduct, saying “why do you want to harm me?”

Immediately, the inspector facilitating his access along with other officers, quickly intervened and assisted him into the restricted area, where he had to lean against the wall at the entrance of Parliament House to prevent him from collapsing, he stated.

“National Service Personnel from parliament, who I know, approached and offered me water; two CID officers from Parliament also came to check on me and assisted me to a nearby security rest room”, where he laid down on a bench for stability as the NPP Greater Accra organiser, National organiser and National communications officer stayed by his side to provide support to ensure his well-being.

Again after regaining some composure, he was helped to the washroom to wash his face and he made deliberate effort to calm himself down and rejoin the leadership of the delegation to present the petition as he was determined not to let the incident create a scene to derail the purpose of the peaceful protest.

Meanwhile the Deputy Marshal and a senior police officer of Parliament attempted to locate the police officer involved, but he had mysteriously disappeared from the scene. “It is suspected that he may have been discreetly removed to prevent further attention and avoid scrutiny”.
And had the act of aggression become widely known at that moment, it could have compromised the peaceful character of the entire demonstration the statement noted.

In addition, the officer was cautioned about his aggression but he did not care who the Minority Leader was and indicated that he was carrying out his work regardless.

The Minority Leader has gone ahead to formally file a petition to the Inspector General of Police to demand full investigation into the conduct of the constable as a number of officers witnessed the incident and can corroborate the events.

“The incident is a disgrace to the standards and professionalism expected of those tasked with protecting citizens, as such it must be treated with the contempt it deserves”. And it is evident that elements within the NDC’s propaganda machinery are now weaponizing this incident to deflect attention from the overwhelming success and peaceful conduct of the demonstration. Their aim is clear to distort the narrative and shift focus away from the core constitutional concerns raised by the demonstrators”.

“We must not be distracted from the purpose of the demonstration; we marched to defend the constitution and the independence of the judiciary. The principles that must be protected at all cost and I urge the media and the public to refrain from spreading misleading narratives and rather join in condemning the unprofessional and disrespectful actions of Constable Forson”

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Atwima Mponua MP supports rainstorm disaster victims

Mr Seth Osei Akoto, Member of Parliament (MP) for Atwima Mponua, has extended support to victims of the recent devastating rainstorm in Nyinahin, reaffirming his commitment to the welfare of his constituents during times of crisis.

The MP at a ceremony presented relief items such as roofing sheets and mattresses to the affected persons and their families.

The gesture, which was warmly received by community members and local officials, aims to provide immediate support as the victims work to rebuild their lives.

Mr Akoto, speaking at the ceremony, appealed for greater support from various stakeholders.

He urged the government, NGOs benevolent organizations and private individuals to help provide the needed support to the victims.
“While I have made this donation, I acknowledge that the scale of devastation is beyond the capacity of any one person to address fully.
It is time for all stakeholders, philanthropists, and organizations to come together to support our people,” Mr Akoto emphasized.

Mr Otuo Acheampong Rabi, Atwima Mponua District NADMO Director, who received the items on behalf of the victims, expressed profound gratitude to the MP for his thoughtful intervention.

He noted that the items would significantly ease the hardships being endured by the displaced families.

“The support from Mr Akoto comes at a critical time.
It shows that true leadership is about standing with the people during their most difficult moments,” Mr. Acheampong said.
Also present at the ceremony was the Assembly Member for Nyinahin Nkwanta Electoral Area, Mr Kwabena Karikari, who commended the MP’s commitment and responsiveness.

On behalf of the affected residents, he conveyed heartfelt appreciation for the timely support.

“This donation has brought hope to many families who have been left vulnerable after the storm.
We are grateful for the MP’s leadership and kindness,” Mr Karikari said.

Several of the victims, moved by the MP’s gesture, also shared their appreciation, describing the support as a “beacon of hope” in a time of despair.

The rainstorm that struck Nyinahin caused widespread destruction, leaving many families homeless and in urgent need of assistance.

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Okaikwei Central MP Writes: On emerging markets making significant gains against the US dollar

Emerging market currencies have made significant gains against the US dollar over the past two months. The dollar index, which measures the dollar’s strength against a basket of currencies, has fallen by 4.7% in April alone. Some notable emerging market currencies that have gained against the dollar include the euro, which has gained by 0.7 percent, the pound sterling, the Australian dollar, the Chinese yuan, and many more currencies.

These gains can be attributed to various factors, including:

•US-China trade tensions: The ongoing trade standoff has led to a decline in investor confidence in the US dollar.
•Federal Reserve monetary policy: The Fed’s interest rate decisions have influenced global capital flows, with a weaker dollar making emerging market assets more attractive.
•Global economic growth: Strong growth in emerging markets has attracted foreign investment, boosting their currencies.
In Ghana, the cedi has appreciated by some margin against the US dollar alone in April. The Ghanaian cedi has gained about 6.82% against the US dollar in April 2025, with the exchange rate decreasing from 15.49510 GHS per USD on April 2 to 14.43811 GHS per USD as of the end of the month.

Factors responsible include:

1. The tariff war, which has weakened the US economy.
2. Fiscal policy, which has remained constrained, with many jobs executed in 2024 still not being paid.
3. The central bank having pumped in about $1 billion from sources including the IMF.

It will be exciting and beneficial to the business community, both local and international, to see the Cedi in good shape for predictability and proper planning. A lot more has to be done in the area of revenue mobilization, and strict enforcement of some policies by the Central Bank.

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Education Committee backs tax waiver for Private Schools’ Educational Materials

The Chairman of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education, Mr. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, says the government can waive taxes on educational materials and equipment for private schools, following appeals from some private university managements.

During visits to three private tertiary institutions in Accra, Mr. Nortsu-Kotoe assured private schools in the country of significant government support to complement their services. The Committee visited Wisconsin International University College Ghana, Accra College of Medicine and Regent University College of Science and Technology.

Mr. Nortsu-Kotoe told the management of these institutions that the Committee, along with the Ministers of Finance and Education, would work to support the educational policies and strategies of private universities in Ghana.

“There should be a partnership between government and private universities. We’ll continue to engage with the Ministers of Education and Finance to see what they can do for them. It may not require legislation, but rather a mutual understanding to secure that exemption,” the Chairman said.

He acknowledged the significant contribution of private universities in promoting quality education, stating, “As a committee, we’re happy that private universities are playing a major role.” He said “government cannot do it alone which is why we appreciate what they do.”

The Chairman also emphasized the importance of education for needy students and encouraged them to explore opportunities for student loans or GETFund.

At the Wisconsin International University College Ghana, Vice President of the institution, Dr. Lawrence Kannae, stressed the need for the government to provide research grants to teaching professors to promote research and make teaching and learning more beneficial to society.

According to him, a university without a strong research background cannot be considered among the best; new knowledge can only be generated through research. He stated that GETFund assistance should be extended to private universities and the GETFund Act amended to facilitate this support.

“We also contribute to the production of human resources for this country and beyond, so we deserve assistance in this regard. We’ve awarded scholarships to many brilliant but needy students and give them special attention,” Dr. Kannae said.

The visits aimed to identify challenges facing private tertiary institutions in the country and adopt pragmatic measures to support their academic activities.

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Akim Oda MP attends WAHO meeting in Cape Verde

A member of the Select Committee on Health and Member of Parliament for Akim Oda, Alexander Akwesi Acquah has arrived at Praia, in Cape Verde, together with colleagues to attend the annual meeting of West African Health Organisation.

The meeting is geared towards reviewing financial support given to ECOWAS states for some health programmes.

The three day meeting will assess how the steering committees of the member states have supervised the utilisation of support to countries and also explain future programmes.

Among the support granted by the WAHO to Ghana include:

1. PR 10017603 – Raising awareness of sexual and reproductive health and personal/menstrual hygiene among young girls and women
2. PR 10017251 – Immunological responses to PCV-13 and its impact on the incidence of meningitis in the northern region of Ghana
3. PR 10013107 – Research on profiling malaria and other febrile illnesses to improve malaria case detection and management in West Africa
4. PR 10021442 – Preparedness to fight against the monkey pox epidemic
5. PR 10020818 – Production of Ghana’s Health Accounts
6. PR 10022793 – Review of monographs and medicinal plants (2009) of Ghana

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