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US; new immigration policy to ban and deport visa overstays

On this episode of the Asaase Breakfast Show on Asaase Radio Xtra, we delve into the latest U.S. immigration policy aimed at banning and deporting VISA overstays, with a focus ...on how it could impact Ghanaians and other African nationals living in the United States. Join our studio discussion with our guest Eric Okyere Darko, an immigration lawyer in Ghana and New York as we break down the implications of this new policy under President Donald Trump’s influence, explore expert opinions, and provide timely updates for viewers at home and abroad. Stay tuned to Asaase Radio Xtra for trusted news on global affairs, Ghana politics, sports, and entertainment. #interview #news #uspolicyShow More

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Shecanic: From fixing cars to making history as Ghana’s only female auto show host

The Asaase ABS team chats with Nana Afua Serwaa Adusei, the founder and CEO of Shecanic in Ghana, as she gears up to be the new hostess of Vroom on ...Asaase Radio every Monday eveningShow More

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Former Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Andrew Kofi Mercer chats with Bonohene on Atumpan

Former Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Andrew Kofi Mercer chats with Bonohene on Atumpan

Asaasepa Radio 107.3 is your visual hub for credible news, events, sports, and entertainment stories, more ...from your favorite Pan-African news outlet, all while pairing more Ghanaian flavor.Show More

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Charles Bissue accuses Anas of undermining efforts to tackle galamsey and more on Atumpan

Former IMCIM Secretary Charles Bissue accuses Anas Aremeyaw Anas of undermining efforts to fight galamsey.

Asaasepa Radio 107.3 is your visual hub for credible news, events, sports, and entertainment stories, more ...from your favorite Pan-African news outlet, all while pairing more Ghanaian flavor.Show More

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1300 Missing ECG Containers : John Jinapor sheds light on situation on the Asaase Breakfast Show

An investigative report on the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has revealed that over 1,300 containers meant for the company and supposedly held at the Tema Port cannot be accounted ...for.

The findings were disclosed by the chairman of the investigative committee, Prof. Innocent Senyo Acquah, who noted that ECG initially claimed to have 2,491 uncleared containers at the port, containing cables and other equipment. However, an independent audit found only 1,134 containers, leaving 1,347 missing.

Prof. Acquah presented the committee’s findings to the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, who described the revelations as alarming. He assured that thorough investigations would be conducted with the assistance of the Attorney General and the Police to retrieve the missing containers or their monetary equivalent.

Transition Discrepancies and Financial Liabilities

During the transition process, the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration had indicated that about 3,000 ECG containers were being held at the Tema Port due to the company’s inability to clear them.
However, upon assuming office, Minister Jinapor personally visited the port, where he was presented with a different figure of 2,500, incurring a demurrage cost of GH₵1.5 billion.

The inconsistencies in reported figures prompted the minister to establish a five-member investigative committee to verify the circumstances surrounding the containers. The committee’s report confirmed that more than 1,300 containers were unaccounted for, contradicting the previous administration’s narrative.

Questionable Procurement Practices

The investigation further uncovered troubling procurement irregularities. Before 2022, ECG had a dedicated fund that received weekly allocations for clearing the containers. However, this practice was discontinued, with the ECG board citing financial constraints. Despite this, ECG awarded contracts to two companies to clear the containers, with one of them receiving pre-financing from ECG. It was later discovered that one of these firms lacked the required license to execute the contract, raising concerns over procurement breaches.

Additionally, the committee found that ECG’s Procurement Directorate had been merged with the Housing and Estate Unit. Background checks on the Director of Procurement revealed that he had no prior experience in procurement and was not affiliated with any professional procurement body.

Government's Response and Next Steps

Receiving the report, Minister Jinapor assured the public that decisive action would be taken. “The over 1,300 containers cannot vanish into thin air. We will work with the AG and the Police to ensure those responsible are brought to book to retrieve the containers or the monetary value of the same,” he stated.

He further announced that ECG’s Procurement Unit would be decoupled within a week, with swift and far-reaching reforms to follow. “It cannot be business as usual. We are not targeting anybody, but we will make sure whoever is responsible will be held liable,” he emphasized.

The minister confirmed that criminal investigations would commence immediately, ensuring that perpetrators of any wrongdoing are prosecuted. This move is expected to restore public confidence in ECG’s procurement processes and curb financial losses attributed to mismanagement.

As Ghana grapples with energy sector challenges, the revelations surrounding the missing ECG containers highlight the need for greater transparency and accountability in state institutions. The outcome of the government’s probe will be closely monitored by stakeholders, as efforts are made to uncover the truth and hold those responsible accountable.Show More

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Shecanic: From fixing cars to making history as Ghana’s only female auto show host

The Asaase ABS team chats with Nana Afua Serwaa Adusei, the founder and CEO of Shecanic in Ghana, as she gears up to be the new hostess of Vroom on ...Asaase Radio every Monday eveningShow More

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