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Ghana Post To The Deliver New-Chip Embedded Passport.
Ghana post, an agency under the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has been designated as the courier service provider for the new chip-embedded passports.
The passports feature enhanced security and comply with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) guidelines.
Ghana Post will deliver the passports within 15 days of application and applicants without home addresses can collect them at nearby Ghana Post offices.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Samuel Nartey George (MP) joined the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa at the launch of the new chip-embedded passport held at the passport office headquarters in Accra.
Mr.Samuel Nartey George indicated that Ghana posts role in passport delivery aims to ensure secure and efficient delivery of passports to citizens.
He stated, that with Ghana post logistics expertise they can track, prevent losses and provide timely update when the need arises”.
“This partnership will enhance the overall passport application experience, ensuring citizens receive their documents safely and efficiently”, he added.
The Police have arrested two suspects, including the alleged gang leader, in connection with the robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea football team that resulted in the death of one of the players.
According to a Police update, the arrests were made after intelligence-led operations by security personnel.
One of the suspects sustained gunshot wounds during an exchange of fire with the police.
He has since been taken to a hospital where he is receiving medical treatment, while the other suspect remains in police custody assisting with investigations.
The Police indicated that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang linked to the attack.
They assured the public that more details will be provided as investigations progress.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Brazzaville to attend the investiture ceremony of Denis Sassou N’Guesso.
The ceremony follows the re-election of President Sassou N’Guesso for another five year term as leader of the Republic of the Congo.
President Mahama travelled to Brazzaville shortly after launching his Free Primary Healthcare Programme in Dodowa.
He is expected to return to Accra after the ceremony scheduled for Thursday morning.
By: Jacob Aggrey
