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GRA launches Revenue Choir
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Rev. Dr Owusu-Amoah speaking at the launch of the choral group
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has launched a choir group to promote choral music in the country.
The group, dubbed Revenue Choir, is made up of staff from the various divisions of the Authority.
It is the latest musical group established by the Authority following the exploits of the GRA Custom’s Regimental Band.
Launching the group in Accra on July 27, Executive Director of Salt and Light Ministries, Joyce Aryee commended the GRA for creating the platform for the staff to exploit their passion and talent for singing.
She explained that, choral music offered the staff the opportunity to share their talents with Ghanaians and the world at large.
She advised the members to strive for commitment, discipline and excellence to make the group successful.
“In order to succeed, you must incorporate some values into your operations. Commitment, excellence and discipline must guide all your actions and doings. These values will make you standout.
You’re singing for God and so you must demonstrate the admirable qualities of God. You’ve joined the choral group out of your own evolution, therefore your actions must contribute to its success,” Dr Aryee stated.
The choral music group, she said, could only realise its potential if it embarks on initiatives that would be relevant, both in Ghana and beyond.
She noted that, one of the key strategies that would ensure the group’s success was for members to educate themselves on music notes and other aspects of choral music production.
Dr Aryee said it was time for Ghana to take advantage of its choral music abilities to push that genre of music across the continent.
“You’re well-placed to do more for this genre. Let’s use this music to touch the heart of people in Ghana and beyond,” she added.
Commissioner General of GRA, Rev. Dr Amishaddai Owusu-Amoah, said the togetherness and cohesiveness of the group reflect the current status of GRA which was effectively putting in place measures to raise revenue for national development.
He advised the group to demonstrate the values of GRA in their operations and use their activities to further the Authority’s activities.
“Let’s work as a team to excel in everything we do. Exhibit professionalism, creativity, innovativeness and allow members to unearth their talents,” he added.
Alex Appiah Ackah, the Choir Master, pledged that the group would operate an open environment that would enable all members to be creative and innovative to help achieve its goals.
The University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) has disputed claims made on social media by comedian Michael Blackson concerning the treatment given to his late mother, saying a review found that the allegations did not accurately reflect what happened during her stay at the hospital.
In a statement issued in Accra on August 5, 2026, the management of UGMC expressed condolences to Mr. Blackson and his family over the death of his 83-year-old mother, who died at the facility on July 16, 2026.
The hospital said it had taken the concerns raised by Mr. Blackson seriously and conducted a thorough review in line with its clinical and administrative procedures.
According to the statement, the facts presented by Mr. Blackson on social media contained “numerous inaccuracies” and did not accurately reflect the medical care provided to his mother.
UGMC explained that she was referred to the facility from another hospital and received treatment there from May 27 to July 16, 2026, a period of about eight weeks.
The hospital stated that it would not release details of her diagnosis, treatment, medical records or other aspects of her care because it had a duty to protect patient confidentiality, even after death.
It said the decision was intended to respect the dignity of the deceased and the privacy of her family.
UGMC further stated that all clinical decisions at the facility are made by qualified healthcare professionals based on medical judgment, established standards of care and the best interests of the patient.
The statement added that such decisions are made in consultation with authorised family representatives where necessary and that billing and financial procedures are governed by institutional policies and are separate from clinical decision-making.
The hospital noted that it values feedback from patients and their families and considers both positive and negative comments important for improving the quality of care.
Mr. Blackson had earlier used social media to criticise the care his mother received at UGMC, prompting the hospital’s response.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has directed all aspirants campaigning in the Greater Accra Region to suspend their campaign activities on August 5 and 6 and instead mobilise supporters for the party’s planned “Democracy Under Attack” demonstration.
The directive was issued by the party’s National Steering Committee in a statement signed by the NPP General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, on Tuesday.
According to the statement, the decision forms part of efforts to ensure a strong turnout for the demonstration, which is scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026.
The party said the protest would begin at 5:00 a.m., with participants expected to gather at the Supreme Court in Accra.
It further directed Regional, Constituency and Polling Station Executives in Greater Accra to work closely to mobilise members and supporters for the event.
“The National Steering Committee is calling on all aspirants currently campaigning across the Greater Accra Region to temporarily suspend their campaign activities on the 5th and 6th of August and join in mobilising support for the upcoming demonstration,” the statement noted.
The NPP appealed to party members and supporters to remain peaceful, disciplined and orderly throughout the protest.
The demonstration forms part of the party’s response to concerns it has raised over issues relating to Ghana’s democratic governance and the justice system.
The NPP leadership expressed confidence that party members would cooperate fully to ensure a successful and peaceful event.
By: Jacob Aggrey
