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News Night: Black Stars Begin World Cup Campaign Against Panama; Cabinet Approves Pay Reforms

News Night with Kenneth Gyasi and Gemma Appiah on Joy 99.7 FM brings you comprehensive coverage of the biggest stories tonight.

It's World Cup night in Toronto, Canada, as Ghana's Black Stars kick off their campaign against Panama in the opening Group L encounter. We take you live to camp for the latest updates, gauge the mood among fans in Accra, and analyze whether Ghana has what it takes to secure all three points.

Our analysts also break down the team's strengths and weaknesses, while Members of Parliament and government officials rally behind the Black Stars ahead of the crucial opener.

Meanwhile, Cabinet has approved a major Constitutional Review Committee recommendation aimed at ending the practice of political appointees leaving office and later claiming years of salary arrears. Government plans to establish an Independent Emoluments Committee to determine salaries and benefits for public office holders.

Also tonight, the Ministry of the Interior has lifted restrictions on the use of motorbikes in Binduri Township and surrounding communities in the Upper East Region. We go live to the area for reactions and the latest developments.

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