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NDC to launch manifesto on Saturday August 24
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that the party is expected to launch its Manifesto for the 2024 general elections this weekend.
The event is scheduled to take place at 12 noon on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Auditorium of the University of Education, Winneba in the Central region.
A statement signed today, August 19 by the National Communications Officer of the party, Sammy Gyamfi indicated that the event will have in attendance, the flagbearer of the great NDC, John Dramani Mahama as the Special Guest of the occasion.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Read full statement below
PRESS STATEMENT
For Immediate Release:
19th August, 2024
FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE MUCH-ANTICIPATED LAUNCH OF THE 2024 MANIFESTO OF THE NDC
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) announces for the information of the general public, that the party shall officially launch its Manifesto for the 2024 general elections this weekend.
The epoch-making event, is scheduled to take place at 12 noon on Saturday, 24th August, 2024 at the “Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Auditorium of the University of Education, Winneba in the Central region.
The event will have in attendance, the Flagbearer of the great NDC, H.E. John Dramani Mahama who is the Special Guest of the occasion. Also in attendance, will be members of the National Executive Committee, members of the Council of Elders, Members of Parliament, Parliamentary Candidates and an array of distinguished guests from the Diplomatic Corps, Clergy, “Nananom”, Civil Society Organizations, Academia, Labour Organizations, Creative Arts, among others.
Various speakers will address the nation on thematic areas of the NDC’s transformational vision for resetting and building the Ghana we want.
The general public and media are cordially invited and must be seated by 11am prompt.
All media houses who intend to deploy reporters to cover the event are entreated to contact the National Communications Bureau of the NDC for necessary accreditation.
SIGNED.
Sammy Gyamfi ESQ.
NATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
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President John Dramani Mahama to kick off 2025/26 Premier League season in Accra
The 2025/26 Premier League will officially kick off on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium, with the President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, performing the ceremonial kick-off ahead of the season opener between Accra Hearts of Oak and league debutants Hohoe United.
President Mahama will be joined by Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, members of the Executive Council and football fans from across the capital as the curtain rises on what promises to be one of the most exciting campaigns in recent years.
Giants Hearts of Oak will open their quest for a league title when they take on newly promoted Hohoe United under the floodlights of the Accra Sports Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 pm local time (19:00 GMT).
The Phobians, bolstered by new signings and a strong pre-season campaign, are eager to end a four-year run without an opening-day victory, while United will be aiming to make a statement in their first-ever top-flight match.
Before the main fixture, there will be a curtain-raiser between the Black Starlets (Ghana U-17) and Auroras FC, the youth side of Hearts of Oak, at 4:00 pm local time.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, top Afro-dancehall and reggae musician Stonebwoy (Livingstone Etse Satekla) will deliver a live performance at the venue, ensuring fans enjoy not only football but also top-class entertainment on opening night.
This season is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent memory, with traditional heavyweights, ambitious newcomers and revitalized clubs all targeting glory. From title races to survival battles, fans are set for months of excitement, drama and unforgettable moments.
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GES opens promotion applications for teaching staff
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has invited applications from qualified teachers and officers for promotion to higher ranks within the service.
In a notice signed by the Acting Deputy Director-General for Management Services, Prof. Smile Dzisi, the GES said the ranks available are Deputy Director, Assistant Director I, Assistant Director II and Principal Superintendent.
According to the statement, applicants must meet the minimum years of service required for each position.
Teachers seeking promotion to Deputy Director must have been promoted to Assistant Director I in or before 2021.
Similarly, those applying for Assistant Director I should have held the rank of Assistant Director II since 2021 or earlier.
Applicants for Assistant Director II must have been Principal Superintendents from 2021 or earlier, while those applying for Principal Superintendent must have been Senior Superintendent I since 2021 or before.
The GES stated that teachers with approved Master’s or PhD degrees may use their certificates to apply for promotion out of turn if the qualifications meet set conditions.
These include completing an approved course of study and obtaining the certificate after their previous promotion but not later than 2023.
Applicants are to complete the online application form and upload all required documents in PDF format, except for the passport-size photograph.
The application window runs from Thursday, September 11, to Thursday, October 2, 2025. The GES urged all applicants who had applied earlier to re-apply.
By: Jacob Aggrey
