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Government presents vehicles to Ghana Police Service to support 24-Hour Economy
Muntaka Mubarak-Mohammed, Minister for the Interior has presented 60 pickup vehicles and 30 motorbikes to the Ghana Police Service as part of retooling the security services and enhancing their ability to support the country’s 24-hour economy.
Muntaka Mubarak announced the creation of a specialized unit within the Ghana Police Service, dedicated to working around the clock to protect workers in the 24-hour economy.
The vehicles, assembled locally by Zonda Tec, will enable the Police to provide round-the-clock security for workers.
During the visit to Zonda Tec Assembly points, the Minister disclosed that the Ministry is working to digitalize work permits and quotas, streamlining processes and making it easier for businesses to operate.
He used the opportunity to encourage companies in Ghana to expand and advised them to operate within the law.
Muntaka Mubarak assured the public that the Ministry will continue to do its best to keep the country safe and secure.
The Chief Executive Officer of Zonda Tec, Madam Yang Yang expressed pride in assembling the vehicles locally, highlighting the potential to improve the work of the Ghana Police Service.
This initiative underscores Government’s commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for businesses to thrive.
Ghanaian soccer fans partied all-night again after the Black Stars held the Three Lions of England to a pulsating goalless draw in a Group L game on Tuesday.
Despite dropping points, the outcome sparked scenes similar to what was seen about a week ago when the Black Stars defeated Panama 1-0 in their opening game.
Ghana went into the game as massive underdogs considering England’s credentials. They were heavy favourites but both countries had their eyes on the same prize-qualification to the next stage of the competition.
With just a point separating the top three countries in the group, qualification would be settled on the final day of qualifiers, which is today when Ghana takes on Croatia and England faces Panama.
Moments after the whistle went for the end of proceedings, the fans hit the streets, jamming to the various Black Stars-themed songs, dancing late into the night.
Though they were working days, fans filled night clubs and pubs in the various vicinities chanting the Stars who became instant heroes.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
The impact of this year’s rains has been severe, with its intensity and volume surpassing those experienced in previous years.
The heavy rains have exposed significant weaknesses in the country’s drainage system, town planning, sanitation, and building construction systems, leading to loss of lives and property.
Additionally, several storey buildings have collapsed, leaving residents and families devastated by the loss of their loved ones.
In many areas, streets have been transformed into rivers as a result of clogged drainage systems.
Road traffic congestion has also become a daily challenge as a result, as vehicles struggle to navigate flooded roads.
Consequently, many commuters are forced to spend long hours in traffic and arrive home late from work.
With the Ghana Meteorological Agency announcing more rains in the coming weeks, it is important for the government to intensify efforts to address the persistent flooding problem.
Additionally, citizens must change their attitudes towards waste disposal to prevent drainage systems from becoming clogged and to help reduce the impact of flooding across the country.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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