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They deserve it, but… – Akim Oda MP on MMDCEs’ salary increment [Listen]

Member of Parliament for Akim Oda, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has reacted to the recent discussions about the salaries of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief...

End-of-day, you may go home with GH₵20,000 – Former MMDCEs Dean defends GH₵35,000 salary

Former Dean for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), Richmond Agyabeng Amponsah, has defended the GH₵35,000 salary MMDCEs are expected to receive amidst...

NPP gov’t failed to treat MMDCEs well — Akim Oda MP [Audio]

Akim Oda Member of Parliament (MP), Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has highlighted poor treatment of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) as one of...

Diplomacy is no longer about protocol representation, champagne drinking – Mahama tells new envoys

President John Mahama has urged Ghana’s newly commissioned Ambassadors to adopt a modern, results-driven approach to diplomacy, stressing that the country’s foreign missions must...

Mahama deserves another term, we will test the law – Kojo Adu-Asare

Former Member of Parliament for Adentan, Kojo Adu-Asare, has said that President John Dramani Mahama deserves a third term in office. Speaking on Asempa FM’s...

Parliament adopts report for review of Petroleum Revenue Management Act 

Parliament on Tuesday adopted a report for the review of the Petroleum Revenue Management Act, Act 815, to allow the government to invest Ghana's petroleum revenues in areas that deliver maximum earnings.  This follows a report laid...

I’ll put my GUM aside and join NDC if… – Osofo Kyiri Abosom

Founder and leader of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Rev. Christian Kwabena Andrew, popularly known as Osofo Kyiri Abosom, has hinted at the possibility...

Minister explains why gov’t cannot increase DCEs’ salaries [Listen]

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has dismissed claims that government has increased the salaries of District Chief Executives (DCEs) by 67 percent. Speaking...

You are not entitled to an appointment – North East Regional Minister tells aggrieved Walewale NDC supporters

North East Regional Minister Ibrahim Tia has dismissed claims by supporters of the NDC Parliamentary Candidate for Walewale that he and other regional executives...

Minority rejects $10m tax exemption deal for Tata Service

The Minority in Parliament has raised strong objections to a Finance Ministry request seeking approval of a $10 million tax exemption for the foreign...

Parliament approves $10 million tax exemption for Tata Consultancy Services Limited

Parliament has approved a $10.46 million tax waiver for Tata Consultancy Services Ltd to implement the integrated tax administration system (ITAS) project for the...

At the time you left office, cedi had suffered a catastrophic collapse – Kwakye Ofosu to Minority

Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has criticised the Minority for attempting to distance themselves from the sharp depreciation of the Ghanaian Cedi...

“First person to bring scandal to my gov’t will be hanged on a cross” – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has issued a firm warning to public officials, stating that anyone found engaging in corruption under his administration will face...

‘I’ve been reflecting on life’ – Matthew Opoku Prempeh says of his ‘best time in 16 years’

Former Manhyia South MP and running mate to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, says he has spent the last ten months in...

NPP didn’t listen enough – Napo

The 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) running mate, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, says one hard truth has become clear to him after months of...

I will assent to anti-LGBTQ+ bill if… – Mahama

President John Mahama has reaffirmed that he will sign the anti-LGBTQ bill into law once Parliament debates, approves, and transmits it to his desk. He...

NPP external branch delegates petition NEC over proxy voting ban

Delegates and chairpersons from the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 30 external branches have formally petitioned the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), challenging a directive...

Naa Torshie blamed for NPP’s 2024 electoral defeat

Former Ho Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Divine Bosson has launched a strong critique against former Tema West MP and immediate past Administrator of the...

NPP primaries: Sweden Chair dismisses proxy-voting petition, warns of integrity risks

The Chairman of the New Patriotic Party’s Sweden Branch, Mr Richard Oti Aboagye, has urged the National Executive Committee (NEC) and the Presidential Elections...

Bagbin slams NDC, NPP over democracy, patriotism weaknesses

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has publicly criticized Ghana’s two major political parties, highlighting what he describes as fundamental weaknesses despite their respective reputations. In...

Bagbin launches $200K educational scholarship for parliamentarians and staff

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has inaugurated a new educational scholarship scheme aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of Members of Parliament and...

Paul Baffoe-Bonnie is new Chief Justice

Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has been officially sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana. The ceremony took place today, Monday,...

NPP race: I am vehemently against MPs openly declaring their support for aspirants – Patrick Boamah

The Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has criticised minority MPs and party executives who openly declare support for candidates in...

I am qualified for NPP flagbearer race but… – Patrick Boamah

The Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has said that although he is fully qualified to contest the New Patriotic Party’s...

Prof. Frimpong-Boateng writes: Let’s save NPP

I am amazed at how members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Executive and some regional chairpersons are going about their daily routine...

NPP Sweden Branch supports PEC decision to ban proxy voting in presidential primary

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Sweden Branch has expressed its support for the decision by the Presidential Election Committee (PEC) to prohibit proxy voting...

Why Prof Gyampo’s composure in face of Dr Domfeh outburst increases his stature

In a political climate that often feels wired for conflict, Professor Ransford Gyampo’s calm response to the recent outburst from Dr George Domfeh is...

I am the unifier NPP needs – Adutwum

Bosomtwe Member of Parliament (MP) and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has boldly positioned himself as the unifier the...

Have confidence in me, I will bring ‘Abrokyire’ to Ghana – Bawumia

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has assured Ghanaians of a future anchored on innovation, expanded opportunities, and stronger economic foundations...

“Angels in gov’t, evil in opposition” attitude cannot stop corruption in Ghana – Akyem Muoso chief

Chief of Akyem Muoso, Osabarima Dr Owusu Beyeeman, has expressed concern over Ghana’s long-standing struggle with corruption, arguing that the political approach of “angels...

2026 budget: Minority pledges constructive engagement, vows to hold gov’t accountable

The Minority in Parliament says it is ready for constructive engagement on the 2026 Budget but will only support policies that genuinely serve the...

“Disunity is weakening our role in Parliament” – Afenyo-Markin to Minority

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has sounded a strong warning to members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus, cautioning that growing internal...

2026 budget offers no real path to recovery – Minority

The Minority in Parliament has taken a hard stance against the 2026 Budget, branding it “growthless, jobless, and minimalist,” and arguing that it fails...

Photos from Finance Minister’s 2026 Budget Presentation

The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, presented the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament, fulfilling...

Full text: Finance Minister presents 2026 budget in Parliament

The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, on Thursday November 13, 2025, presented the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in parliament. The presentation...

Parliamentary Committee visits El-Wak stampede victims

The Parliamentary Committee on Defence and Interior, chaired by James Agalga, has visited victims of the recent El-Wak Stadium stampede who are receiving treatment...

Speaker Bagbin rejects claims of Executive control over Parliament

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has dismissed suggestions that the executive branch wields influence over his actions or the operations of...

How Adutwum’s kindness helped young man achieve dream to become medical doctor

In an inspiring display of compassion and dedication to empowering the next generation, the Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe constituency and New Patriotic Party...

Gov’t benefiting from economic foundation laid by NPP – Stephen Amoah

The Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso and former Deputy Finance Minister, Dr Stephen Amoah, says the current government’s economic stability efforts are being made...

Minority alleges GH¢1.4bn DACF withdrawal by Finance Minister, demands action

The Minority in Parliament has accused the Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, and the Controller and Accountant General, Kwasi Agyei, of colluding...