A fourth dam for electricity in the offing Oct 8, 2009
About 99 per cent of electricity consumption in Ghana is supplied by the Volta River Authority (VRA). 7 Oct. 09. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Electric power to meters in Ghana Oct 4, 2009
The Volta River Authority (VRA) has since 1965 not kept its part of the bargain of meeting the demands of post-dam impact on villages and inhabitants. It is believed that this vision was by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah to compensate for the destruction of the livelihood of the people affected by the construction of the dam. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
PBC sets up subsidiary company to deal in Shea butter Sep 26, 2009
4 hectare at Buipe in the Northern Region near the Volta River, would export Shea butter to Brazil. Nana Timothy Aye Kusi, Chairman of Board of Directors of PBC, disclosed this at a general meeting of shareholders in Accra on Friday. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Underwater logging in the Volta Lake Sep 25, 2009
In February 2006, the Volta River Authority and Government of Ghana signed an agreement for phase one on harvesting, processing and marketing of timber from the Volta Lake with CSRD. The agreement was ratified by Parliament on July 28, 2006. It comprised a Preparatory Phase (Phase One) and a Commercial Phase (Phase Two), and allows CSRD to develop and launch privately financed timber salvage and processing operation on the Volta Lake. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Danquahs Democratic Legacy Has Outlived Nkrumahs One-Party Dictatorship! Sep 25, 2009
In any case, on the question of American financing of the entire Volta River Project/Scheme, Mr. Komla Agbeli Gbedemah had a far more significant role and credit than the Soviet-leaning and rabidly anti-American Kwame Nkrumah. And yes, we unreservedly concur with Vice-President Mahama that the Akosombo dam supplies more than 50-percent of Ghanas energy needs. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nkrumah, The Myth, His Mission & Vision Sep 21, 2009
In a telegraph to the US Department of State, Mr Mahoney recounts, "I looked up and I saw he was crying. With difficulty he said I could not understand the ordeal he had been through during the last month. He recalled that there had been seven attempts on his life. He suspects America is behind the assassination attempts.A man of ambition Dr Nkrumah was ambitious. After independence, he undertook many ambitious projects, including the Accra-Tema Motorway, the Tema Harbour, schools, hospitals,... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The Changing Faces Of Nkrumahism Sep 17, 2009
JusticeGhana Samaritan Group Traces The Answers From The Osagyefos Final Official Speech On The Volta River Project ... The research, as it shall be shown here, raises many complexities and calls for honest and critical consideration of all relevant issues being advanced, hence a review of the 22 January1966 speech delivered by the Osagyefo at the formal inauguration of the Volta River Project- barely a month before he was deposed in a coup ... Indeed in his final official speech delivered... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Chieftaincy poses danger to peace and development Sep 17, 2009
He said another security concern was simmering tension between the indigenes and people the Volta River Authority had settled in the area following the construction of the Volta Dam. Mr Ganyaglo said by and large the security situation was relatively peaceful in the district and called for assistance towards combating the widespread cultivation of narcotics mostly funded by foreigners on the islands in the Volta Lake with special appeal to the military, Air Force and the Navy. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* Heavy flooding hits 350,000 in Africa, killing at least 32 Sep 7, 2009
Local authorities have been forced to open the main gate of a hydroelectric dam in the Volta River basin, near the Ghana border, threatening people in both countries with additional flooding, the UN said. When the state-run electricity company opened the dams gate on Friday morning, the water was less than 8cm from reaching the dams capacity, said Venance Bouda, the firms director of hydroelectric power. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
UN warns on West Africa floods Sep 6, 2009
The authorities were forced to open the main gate of a hydroelectric dam in the Volta River basin near the Ghana border to prevent further flooding. "Cultivated land on the reservoir's shores and further upstream will be flooded. We warn riverside residents to stay away from the shores," Venance Bouda, the official in charge of hydroelectric power, told the Associated Press news agency. (BBC News -- Africa)
Flooding in West Africa affects 350,000 Sep 5, 2009
Local authorities have been forced to open the main gate of a hydroelectric dam in the Volta River basin, near the Ghana border, threatening people in both countries with additional flooding, according to the U.N.. When the state-run electricity company opened the dam's gate on Friday morning, the water was less than 3 inches from reaching the dam's capacity, according to Venance Bouda, the firm's director of hydroelectric power. (MSNBC -- International)
VRA warns of flooding along banks of White Volta Sep 4, 2009
Accra, Sept. 3, GNA - The Volta River Authority (VRA) on Thursday warned of possible flooding along the banks of the White Volta when the Burkina Faso authorities, as expected spill water from their Bagre and Kopienga dams ... "The spilling of water may cause the White Volta River to swell and overflow its banks which is likely to cause flooding." The statement advised residents and communities along the banks of the White Volta and Black River in the Upper East, Upper West and Northern Regions... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Transformers with PCBs are harmful to Human Health - EPA Sep 4, 2009
Mr Amlalo said for Ghana to be able to achieve the goal of eliminating transformers with PCBs there was the need for concerted efforts from institutions like the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Volta River Authority (VRA). He expressed the hope that all national institutions would do their best towards achieving the objective of the project. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Government undertaking reforms against external economic shocks Sep 3, 2009
He said government intended to introduce public sector reforms to contain the fiscal burden of the public sector payroll and further reduce the fiscal risk of state-owned enterprises in the energy sector through a comprehensive financial restructuring of the Volta River Authority, Electricity Company of Ghana and GRIDCO. The Finance Minister said government expected inflation to show significant moderation during the second half of the year as a result of the application of strong fiscal... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rejoinder: Tribal-based Churches; Do we need them? Aug 29, 2009
Thus, whilst the Basel Mission settled on the eastern part of the then Gold Coast west of the Volta River, the Bremen Mission first settled in Peki (Krepiland), Keta and Anyako (Anloland) which were also part of the Gold Coast east of the Volta River, and later into Togo. During the barbarian War of 1869-1874, led by Adu Bofo, many northern and mid-Ewes were killed or made to flee. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Develop comprehensive local content for Mining - Minister Aug 28, 2009
She said out of this amount, six per cent was paid to government both at the national and district levels in the form of royalties and taxes, ten percent was paid to the Volta River Authority (VRA) and the Electricity Company of Ghana for electric power purchase and 13 per cent was paid to local oil marketing companies for diesel fuel purchases. She said another four percent of the mineral revenue was paid as taxes, levies and duties on fuel products to government. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Shortage of black oil brings production at ATL to a halt Aug 8, 2009
The Factory Manager, Mr S.Y Lui, told the Eastern Regional Minister, Mr Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, when he paid a visit to ATL, the Volta River Estates Limited (VREL) and the Akwamu Traditional Council on Thursday. He told the minister that apart from the shortage of the oil that had stopped their production, the influx of imported textile on the Ghanaian market was posing a big challenge for ATL since for some reasons, the cost of production in the country is high. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Akwamu chiefs urged to enstool paramount chief Aug 8, 2009
He mentioned Ajena, Mpakadan and other parts of Asuogyaman which had sacrificed their land and livelihoods for the establishment of the Volta River Authority, yet because of litigation and other chieftaincy disputes they were not gaining the best for their sacrifices. Mr Ahiakpor appealed to the traditional council to give him support to be able to complete the job entrusted into his hands by the government. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Book Review: Down with Black Imperialism in the North Aug 8, 2009
This made Germany to set-up a trade post up the Volta River around Keta-Krachi to link up with the ancient Salaga slave market and also to control the all year round trade routes from Katsina, Bornu, Kano and the Lake Chad Basin. The kolanut, gold and salt route passed through Sasamadi and Yendi down to Kumasi and the coast. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Anti-Retroviral centre inaugurated in Sunyani Aug 6, 2009
Dr. Asare mentioned unreliable supply of electricity, inadequate accommodation for staff as some of the challenges confronting the hospital and appealed to the Volta River Authority to extend a dedicated line to the hospital. Dr. Aaron Offei, Regional Director of Health Service, said as a referral facility, the hospital had lived up to expectation and provided services to patients from the region who otherwise had to travel to the Okomfo Anokye Hospital in Kumasi. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana: A Warning - Hard Times Are Coming Aug 5, 2009
This will result in the selling off of prime state assets like Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), Ghana Commercial Bank, Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) and Volta River Authority (VRA). Again this is another classic policy by the World Bank that insists that selling off of state assets is a fundamental condition in accepting financial assistance. (allAfrica.com)
Thirty-Two SOEs sign performance contracts Aug 5, 2009
The SOEs included the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, Graphic Communications Group, New Times Corporation, Electricity Company of Ghana, Volta River Authority, Volta Lake Transport, and Precious Minerals Marketing Company. 4 Aug 09. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Mills, Yar'Adua oil deal in limbo Jul 31, 2009
He said the availability of the 60,000 barrels of oil from Nigeria meant Tema Oil Refinery could now process its maximum of 45,000 barrels a day while the remaining 15,000 would be channeled to the Volta River Authority to process it for the generation of electricity. Source:Chronicle. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Upper East Region to get more latrines Jul 27, 2009
The minister also met with staff of the Irrigation Development Authority (IDA), Ghana Immigration Service, Rent Control, Volta River Authority, and the Ghana Water Company Limited as part of a familiarisation tour of the region. At IDA, Mr. Woyongo said the region had to pay special attention to irrigation due to the unreliable rainfall pattern that supports only one farming season. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
VRA dredges Ada Estuary Jul 25, 2009
Ada-Foah, July 24, GNA - The Volta River Authority (VRA) has completed dredging the estuary of the Volta River at Ada-Foah that it started in February at a cost of GHC 1,000,000 ... Mr Kwoffie said the dredging programme would result in the free flow of the Volta River into the sea hence the control or total elimination of flooding. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Fulani herdsmen blamed for chainsaw operation in the north Jul 21, 2009
Naa Logga said the northern savannah woodland forests play an important role in stopping the desert from moving southwards and that the Volta Basin also needed much protection to ensure that the Volta River does not overflow its banks. Dr Atse Yapi, Food and Agriculture Organization representative, stressed the importance of protecting the forest and gave the assurance that FAO would continue to give assistance and support to protect the industry. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Wa assembly supports fruit juice factory Jul 21, 2009
Efforts to begin production were also frustrated by the disconnection of electricity to the facility by the Northern Electricity Department of the Volta River Authority on the excuse that the sub-station on which the factory drew its power had technical defects and had the potential to damage the power system. Mr. Yakubu said the assembly had appointed a nine-member Board of Directors for approval by the members of the assembly, prepared an economic blue print for the factory and engaged an... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Shoddy electric wiring, cause of fire outbreak in UER - VRA Jul 20, 2009
Bolgatanga, July 19, GNA - The Volta River Authority (VRA), has attributed frequent fire outbreak in the Upper East Region (UER), partly to shoddy electric wiring and the use of too many gadgets on voltage. Mr. Alex Papanko, Area Manager, VRA, UER, who said this, explained that "When you use a lot more gadgets than the wiring can support, its puts a strain on the power supply thereby causing fire to break out". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The False Ghanaian History of Paa Kwesi Nduom Jul 20, 2009
Predictably, this wild-eyed Nkrumaist does not seem to adequately appreciate the luridly ironic fact of his hero, the African Show Boy, having received a humongous investment capital from the Americans, for the execution of the Volta River Project (a. k.a. Akosombo Dam), including the very construction of the Tema industrial township, a creative civil engineering, architectural and commercial idea originally conceived by the famed British geologist Sir Albert Kitson (1868-1937), and then... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nduom on Obama's Speech Jul 15, 2009
Economic Cooperation between Ghana and the USA One of the lasting points of cooperation between Ghana and the USA is the construction of the hydro-electric power plant, the Volta River Project and the related aluminum industry ... The discovery of new sources of energy for industrialization was basically, the justification for the Volta River Project. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Controversy Unlimited: Watering Opposition Of Water Jul 7, 2009
Have we found a way of ensuring that the Volta River, which is likely to become the source of any such export does not become the very source of conflict between Ghana and all the states that have anything to do with the Volta, both upstream and downstream. It is the likelihood of morally sound sabotage (although criminal to all intent and purposes) that may induce the reality of retaliation or reprisal, which if not well managed, could escalate into an avoidable inferno. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Need for training to improve performance - Mrs Brew Jul 4, 2009
The 25 technical supervisors drawn from 11 industries included TOR, Volta River Authority (VRA), Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) had only a woman among them. It was under the theme "Technical Supervisory Management Capacity Development, an Effective Tool for National Industrial Growth." Mrs Brew said there were instances that no staff was given the opportunity to understudy a senior colleague who played a critical or supervisory role until the position became vacant before a suitable successor would... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kufuor's Biggest Mistake Jun 24, 2009
Explaining his point on Kokrokoo, Mr Pratt said, some of the major difficulties the NPP government experienced came from the Volta River Authority (VRA), the board of which outfit was chaired by Dr Brobby. He added that, another event which added to their problems is the Ghana@50 celebration which was also steered by Dr Brobby. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria to give Ghana more crude oil, extend credit days Jun 20, 2009
He said 45,000 barrels of crude oil would be available daily to the Tema Oil Refinery for processing, adding that the rest would be given to the Volta River Authority for power generation. Mr Ayariga said President Mills also put in "a strong word" to secure adequate and constant supply of gas for Ghana's domestic use. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Northern Regional Police command rejects police station Jun 20, 2009
He requested Volta River Authority officials in the district to furnish the assembly with estimates for connecting power to the station. The new police station is to replace the Town Council Hall that the police is temporally occupying ever since some chieftaincy problems were created about three years ago. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria to export more oil to Ghana, ease terms Jun 20, 2009
The rest would go to the Volta River Authority for power generation. Nigeria would also extend credit for 90 days instead of the current 30 days. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rejoinder: Asantehene: new progress philosophy, etc. Jun 17, 2009
Feature Article of Wednesday, 17 June 2009. Feature Article of Wednesday, 17 June 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Government to revive Plantation Development Fund Jun 6, 2009
Mr. Borrageiro Ronnie Managing Director of Mim Scanstyle expressed regret that the Volta River Authority had increased its power tariff to 150 percent, which was affecting the company's operations. He said businesses had also been affected by the international financial crisis, which had collapsed the exportation of furniture adding that the company was now producing doors for the local market. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Exploit our tourist potential - Nana Ansah Jun 4, 2009
He said the Mpakadan town, which is close to the Volta River Basin and surrounded by mountainous and serene plain could be developed into a tourist attraction, which would fetch the country foreign exchange. Nana Ansah said the area also abound in historical artefacts, notably the original keys of the Osu Castle, which was seized by the late Asomani, a warrior from Akwamu, the gold plated walking stick of the then Governor of the Gold Coast and other important traditional paraphernalia. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
President appoints more Board Members May 23, 2009
Volta River Authority (VRA) Prof. Akilakpa Sawyer Chairman Mr. Johnnie E. E. Turkson Member Togbe Gbordzor III Member Mr. Atta Nantogmah Mahamadu Member Ms. Marietta Brew Oppong - Appiah Member Rev. Dr. Joses Asare - Akoto Member Mr. Ahmed Yakubu Member Mr. Danny Annang Member. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Irregular electricity, water supply hindering health care May 21, 2009
Dr. Gudu said that one electric transformer served the hospital and Navrongo township and appealed to the Regional Minister to arrange with the Volta River Authority (VRA) to give the hospital a separate transformer to help improve health delivery. He asked the Ghana Water Company to ensure regular water supply to the hospital. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
GH180 million to government last year by Mining companies May 8, 2009
Miss Aryee said 10 percent was paid to the Volta River Authority and Electricity Company of Ghana for electric power purchased and 13 percent was paid to Shell and Total fuel companies for diesel fuel purchased. In addition to the cost of fuel, mining companies paid about GHC 73 million (three percent of mineral revenue) as taxes, levies and duties to the government as well as margins to oil marketing companies, she said. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Workers Day - Cape Coast May 2, 2009
In Koforidua, placard bearing workers of the Volta River Authority (VRA) taking part in this year's May Day parade called on the government to provide the Authority with a new board of directors as they shout on top of their voices when they got to the dais. About 2,000 workers from the various workers organization within the Trades Union Congress (TUC) took part in the Eastern Regional parade at the Koforidua Jackson's Park. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Vodafone suit adjourned to May 28 Apr 29, 2009
The plaintiffs made up of Professor Agyemang Badu Akosa, Dr Nii Moi Thompson, Mr Kwame Jantuah and two others are also seeking the restoration of the optic fibre network to the Volta River Authority and an order for the true revaluation of the assets of GT. They were also seeking the revocation of the agreement for the sale of Ghana Telecom (GT) to Vodafone International. The plaintiffs instituted the legal action against the previous government to halt the sale of the state-owned Ghana Telecom... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Cement Company to produce 20,000 bags of cement daily Apr 14, 2009
Mr. Rao said the Company had also liaised with the Volta River Authority to construct a seven megawatts power sub station to run the factory's production activities at the cost of three million dollars. He explained that only 20 percent of the power would be used by the Company while the remaining 80 percent would be made available for use by the community and other companies, which would establish their businesses in the area. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana .@50.com Apr 12, 2009
e. a form of referendum for the people who lived east of the Volta River to decide whether to join Togo or join the Gold Coast) in 1956. Those who chose to join the Gold Coast after the said referendum are part of Ghana while those who joined Togo are Togolese. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Jack Where Are You ?, Mar 29, 2009
In the Akan parlance, Ennye eda a wobeto eboo atwa Firawo no na mpafee benya woo, literally translated to mean that it is not the day you throw a stone across the Volta River that you develop pneumonia. One does not develop the sickness in a day, it is a gradual process. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Five Weeks in a Balloon Movie (1962... Mar 28, 2009
Professor Fergusson is enlisted by the British prime minister to undertake a 4,000-mile balloon trip from Zanzibar to the Volta River region in West Africa. The idea is to plant the British Union Jack, claiming the territory for Great Britain. (Suite101.com)
Central Regional marks world water day Mar 23, 2009
Mr Dadson cited the Volta river as having passed through six countries - Mali, Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire, Benin, Togo and Ghana - and said those at the lower course were at the mercy of their neighbours at the upper course. Mr Isaac Essilfie, Saltpond District Manager of the company, said a recent rehabilitation and expansion work on the water headworks had led to an increase in supply from about 1,500 cubic metres to between 75,000 and 100,000 cubic metres a month. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Gas for WAGP due in 2009, not 2010 Mar 21, 2009
Accra, March 20, GNA - The West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited (WAPCo) on Friday said it has successfully delivered gas to Ghana and is waiting for the Volta River Authority (VRA) to take it into its Takoradi. Thermal Power Plant. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Selfish use of rivers seen threatening political stability Mar 19, 2009
Smith said some countries cooperate well, such as Guinea, Mali, Mauritania and Senegal which share the Senegal River, while the Volta river is shared by six West African states. "The Rhine for example used to be a huge source of dispute between France, Germany and the Netherlands, particularly over pollution... institutions were set up and now the river is co-ordinated and is a clean river again.". (Scientific American)
The creation of a new Region out of Northern Region Mar 17, 2009
The Black Volta, White Volta River Oti and Daka are major rivers in Gonjaland. Fishing could therefore be boosted by applying the requisite methds. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Beware IMF, World Bank moves Experts warn Mills Mar 13, 2009
The IMF has named Ghana among a group of 22 countries that, in its estimation, are "highly vulnerable to the global financial crisis, and may need as much as $25 billion additional funding this year to cope with the economic downturn. According to the projections of the IMF, the 22 countries could need up to $140 billion if global conditions were to deteriorate sharply. But in exchange for its financial help, the Bretton Wood institution is demanding some major reforms from those... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Whither GNA @52, Osagyefos baby Mar 9, 2009
Rev. Enim was reputed for making things happen for GNA and the staff of GNA. The current generation of GNA staff remembers Mr. Robert Kafui Johnson, who was seconded from the Volta River Authority to manage GNA a few years back. Mr. Johnsons administration was short lived due to sabotage but he is still remembered for his clear sense of vision and mission mindedness. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Energy sector faces financial challenges - Duffuor Mar 6, 2009
Dr Kwabena Duffuor, Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, who announced this to parliament when he presented the 2009 budget statement, said government had been making significant budgetary allocations to cover the capital investment programs of the Volta River Authority (VRA) and Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). "An immense proportion (76 per cent) of the Sovereign Bond proceeds was earmarked under the Government of Ghana (GoG) 2008 Supplementary Budget to cover capital expenditures for... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The (P)NDC factor in the economic legacy of legacy of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Mar 3, 2009
This vision was founded on the Volta River Project; a massive and ambitious undertaking to explore Ghanas vast bauxite stores to process it into aluminum. To do this we needed a smelter. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Mr. President, I Beg To Differ Mar 1, 2009
For somebody who couldnt take effective control of the Volta River Authority and had to be chased out of the place, I strongly feel the appointment was not a true reflection of the reality on the ground. Even though, the Independent anniversary has come and gone, we need to sit down and soberly reflect on the way the Ghana@ 50 Secretariat was handled. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Govt seeks partnership in developing indigenous sector Feb 26, 2009
Similarly, he said, the businessmen could consider tapping into Ghana's energy and agriculture sectors where the Italians had made prior investments in conjunction with the Volta River Authority. Vice President Mahama, making a joke about the level of filth in Ghana, spoke about moves by government to generate power from refuse and asked the Italian businessmen to consider that as a viable investment opportunity. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
National debt stands at $7bn Feb 24, 2009
He said both the Tema Oil Refinery and Volta River Authority owe close to $2. 6billion. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
ECG to halt power outages with $194m Feb 24, 2009
On the probability of tariff increases, he said, "We are not yet there because the support from the government and our intensified debt collection programme are helping us and, therefore, we do not need any increases yet. Mr Adu-tunankwah said the present losses of the company stood at 24 per cent and explained that efforts were being made to reduce it, as each percentage loss affected the company. He said the company was not doing badly with the settlement of its indebtedness to the Volta... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana: Govt Set to Cut Down Expenditure Feb 21, 2009
President John Mills said the Volta River Authority (VRA) also has a total debt exceeding SU$ 800 million. At the insistence of the of creditors, President John Mills said the VRA and Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MFEP) had undertaken a Power Sector Financial Restructuring and Recovery Study. (allAfrica.com)
African Governments urged to provide resources to manage the Ecosystem Feb 20, 2009
In the Tano River and lagoon complex as well as the Volta River systems, water hyacinth and Kariba weeds have adversely affected fisheries, water supplies and livelihoods of the people living those communities. "The weeds contributed to the prevalence of diseases such as bilharzias and malaria especially in the Volta River system where water hyacinth is a refuge for the intermediate hosts of the parasites" ... Stakeholders from the Volta River Authority, Water Resources Commission, Department of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Mills Can't Reduce Fuel Price Feb 11, 2009
THE SUN discovered that on the average, the nation imports approximately 14 million barrels per month which is shared by the Volta River Authority (VRA) on 2 million, and the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) on 12 million. VRA uses theirs to fire the Aboadze Thermal Plant which is pegged at 30 cents per kilowatt hour only to sell at 8 cents, thus attracting a loss of approximately 20 cents. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Vodafone suit fixed for March Feb 10, 2009
Thompson, Mr Kwame Jantuah and two others are also seeking the restoration of the optic fibre network to the Volta River Authority and an order for the true revaluation of the assets of GT.. They were also seeking the revocation of the agreement for the sale f Ghana Telecom (GT) to Vodafone International. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Chaos as Mills halts payments Feb 9, 2009
In 2008, he touched off a massive row with Dr. Charles Mensah and the Volta River Authority (VRA) over the citing of an energy plant from China on land he believed had been ceded him by the chief and people of Kpong. President Kufuor waded in the matter and had him relocate his plant to a suitable location, thus earning the friendship of President Kufuor. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
