The Unemployment Crisis & Security Recruitment
A massive “job crisis” is trending following reports that over 500,000 Ghanaians applied for only 5,000 slots in the recent security services recruitment (Police, Immigration, Prisons)
- The Controversy: Minority MPs are demanding a refund of approximately GH¢113 million to failed applicants, arguing that the government “lured” the youth into paying for forms despite knowing the limited capacity.
- Response: The Interior Ministry announced it will prioritize unemployed applicants and introduce mental health and drug tests as part of the screening.
- Presidential Travel Controversy
President Mahama is trending after the Minority in Parliament questioned the cost of his recent travels.
- The Issue: Critics are highlighting the President’s use of his brother’s private jet for international trips, questioning if this breaches his own code of conduct regarding state spending.
- Defense: Government spokespersons have defended the move, stating the President only fuels the jet and that it is more cost-effective than other options.
- CLOGSAG Strike & Labor Unrest
The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) remains on a nationwide strike, causing a significant halt in government services.
- National Service Personnel: The National Service Authority (NSA) has directed all personnel to report to work despite the strike, leading to tension at various public institutions.
- Police & Crime News
- Obuasi-Dunkwa Shootout: Police killed two suspected robbers in a fierce shootout along the Obuasi-Dunkwa highway. A special team has been deployed to dismantle the gang.
- Counsellor Lutterodt: The controversial counsellor was arrested and granted GH¢50,000 bail for alleged inciteful comments made about highlife legend Daddy Lumba.
- Queen Mother Killing: Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the killing of a queen mother, a story that has sparked outrage in the Central Region.
- Energy & Economy
- LPG Cylinder Phase-out: The Energy Minister announced that Ghana will soon phase out the importation of LPG cylinders to boost local manufacturing.
- GSE Record: The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) is seeing record-breaking sessions, with MTN Ghana surging past GH¢6.30 and banking stocks nearing a 100% return for the year.
- ECG Maintenance: Planned power maintenance in parts of the Central Region today is causing temporary disruptions, specifically in Cape Coast and surrounding areas.
