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Ghana-South Africa relations at lowest point over xenophobic attacks — Abu Jinapor
Member of Parliament for Damongo constituency , Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described Ghana’s bilateral relations with South Africa as being at their lowest level, blaming the situation on repeated xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other foreign nationals.
According to him, the continued attacks, which have led to the deaths of some people and the displacement of many others, have badly affected relations between the two countries.
Speaking on Joy News yesterday, he maintained that although the relationship has deteriorated, both governments can still work together to restore confidence and improve ties.
Mr. Abu Jinapor stressed that the South African government must take stronger action to address xenophobic violence and protect foreign nationals living in the country.
He argued that the government, led by Cyril Ramaphosa, has a responsibility to deal decisively with those behind the attacks.
He recalled that during previous incidents of xenophobic violence, President Ramaphosa sent an envoy to Ghana to apologise to the government and people of Ghana.
Mr. Abu Jinapor noted that the repeated attacks have become one too many and insisted that the South African authorities must take responsibility for preventing such incidents.
He backed the Ghanaian government’s firm position on the matter, stating that it should continue to demand decisive action from South Africa to stop what he described as barbaric acts by criminal groups.
He added that Ghana should continue to pursue the matter through diplomatic channels, including the African Union, to seek a lasting solution.
Mr. Abu Jinapor expressed the hope that once the situation improves, both countries can begin the process of restoring and strengthening their bilateral relations.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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188 vehicles impounded in Kumasi as Police crack down on fake sirens and illegal car modifications
The Ghana Police Service has launched a major clampdown in the Ashanti Region targeting drivers using unauthorized sirens, strobe lights, and illegally modified vehicles.
The special operation, led by the Ashanti Regional MTTD with support from the Central MTTD in Accra and officers from National Headquarters, focused on two busy hotspots: Airport Roundabout and Santasi Roundabout in Kumasi.
During the exercise, 188 vehicles were stopped for various traffic violations. Officers removed and seized illegal sirens, horns, strobe lights, and improvised headlamps fitted on both private and commercial vehicles.
Beyond the seizures, drivers were taken through road safety education and cautioned to adhere strictly to the Road Traffic Regulations. Police also warned against the unlawful use of road shoulders and verges, which often causes congestion and accidents.
According to the Police, the operation forms part of a wider national campaign to restore discipline, improve road safety, and stop the misuse of emergency signals by unauthorized persons.
“The Ghana Police Service will continue these enforcement exercises across the country. Our goal is to ensure order on our roads and protect all road users,” statement said.
Residents in Kumasi welcomed the move, with many commending police for cracking down on vehicles that impersonate emergency and security cars.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Minority in Parliament has called for the immediate resignation or dismissal of the Attorney General, accusing him of incompetence over the release of GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund for flood relief.
Addressing the media today in Parliament, the Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei alleged that the release of the money breached legal procedures because there were ongoing garnishee proceedings involving the Contingency Fund.
According to her, the Attorney General directed the Governor of the Bank of Ghana to allow the funds to be released despite the pending court process.
“The Attorney General’s letter speaks for itself. It directed the Governor of the Bank of Ghana to give effect to the release of funds from the Contingency Fund notwithstanding the pending garnishee proceedings. Yet the Ministry of Finance subsequently announced that the GH¢350 million had been released,” she stated.
Mrs. Appiagyei argued that the Attorney General’s actions showed incompetence and undermined due legal process.
She said the Minority believes the Attorney General should either resign or be dismissed over the matter.
The Minority maintains that public funds must be managed in accordance with the law and has called for accountability over the release of the money.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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