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Proxy voting is a national right, attempts to abolish it threaten the democratic voice of diaspora Ghanaians – CGNU

A UK-based advocacy group, Concerned Ghanaians for National Unity (CGNU), has condemned what it describes as deliberate attempts by some political actors to deny...

Former Mfantseman executives rally behind Bawumia ahead of NPP primaries

Some former constituency executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Mfantseman Constituency have announced their collective support for former Vice President Dr....

2024 was the worst economic crisis in Ghana’s history – Kwakye Ofosu

Minister for Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu has described the economic downturn experienced in 2024 as “the worst crisis in Ghana’s history,” arguing that...

Bawumia’s record is abysmal; he can’t take it to the market – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has launched a sharp critique of former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, arguing that the New...

Kwahu Traditional Council petitions IGP over arrest of Paramount Chief and Queen mother

The Kwahu Traditional Council has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohonu, to launch a full-scale investigation into the dawn raid on...

Gov’t support for Springfield deal depends on independent valuation – John Jinapor

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, says the government will only support a potential state-led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production...

Apologise, convince us on why you rejected aircraft purchases for years – Nitiwul to gov’t

The Member of Parliament for Bimbilla, Dominic Nitiwul, is demanding clarity from government over its decision to approve the purchase of two new aircraft...

Speaker proposes national conference with MMDAs to strengthen local governance

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has proposed the convening of a national conference between the House and the Metropolitan, Municipal and...

We’ll not have proxy voting in NPP presidential primaries – Joe Wise

Chairman of the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) Presidential Elections Committee, Joe Osei Owusu, has dismissed petitions from student groups and diaspora members challenging the...

NPP Presidential Election Committee presents copies of provisional register to aspirants

The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Presidential Election Committee has released a provisional voter register to all aspirants contesting the party’s upcoming flagbearer race. The document...

2026 Budget captures Ghana’s hopes — Rachel Appoh

Former Gomoa Central MP, Rachel Appoh, has said the 2026 Budget reflects the hopes and priorities of Ghanaians, describing it as a defining moment...

Kwabena Agyepong calls for national debate among NPP flagbearer candidates

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer candidate Kwabena Agyepong has urged his fellow presidential hopefuls to engage in a nationally televised debate, saying Ghanaians deserve...

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...