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Ivory Coast president, 83, secures fourth term after two rivals barred

Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara has secured a fourth term following an election in which two of his biggest challengers were barred from running,...

NPP not broken, just evolving – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says he is confident about the future of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), insisting that the internal contest for flagbearer...

NPP race: Why I won’t publicly endorse any flagbearer – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says he will not publicly endorse any of the flagbearer aspirants in the NPP’s upcoming internal elections, stressing that neutrality...

I’m not worried about the numbers in parliament – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader and Effutu MP, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says he is unfazed by the numerical disadvantage of his caucus in Parliament. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on October...

Works and Housing Committee demands probe into $76m Dansoman sea defence project

The Parliamentary Committee on Works and Housing has carried out an inspection of the ongoing Dansoman Sea Defence Project, expressing disappointment over the pace...

NPP race: Bawumia eyes 90% votes in Tano North

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, says he is confident that delegates in Tano North will once again rally behind his...

Cameroon’s 92-year-old Paul Biya wins re-election

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has been re-elected for an eighth term that could keep him in office until he is nearly 100, according to...

Akufo-Addo, Sammi Awuku, other NPP leaders to attend high-level democracy forum in Kenya

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will lead a high-powered Ghanaian delegation to the upcoming Democracy Union of Africa (DUA) and International Democracy Union...

Bawumia has what it takes to lead NPP to victory in 2028 – Asutifi North Chairman

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman for Asutifi North in the Ahafo Region, William Osei, has declared Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the...

Ntim Fordjour slams Mahama over prolonged Defence Minister vacancy

The Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has sharply rebuked President John Dramani Mahama for what he terms an “irresponsible...

Chaos erupts at Jaman South delegates meeting

An engagement by presidential hopeful Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia with New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates in Jaman South descended into a chaotic spectacle on Saturday...

How I got the name ‘Computer’ –Rashid Tanko explains

The enduring nickname, "Computer" of Tanko Rashid, the Deputy National Elections Director of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is a direct legacy of his...

“I haven’t been neglected,” Anita Desoso says as she confirms appointment

National Democratic Congress (NDC) stalwart, Anita Desoso, has refuted claims that she has been sidelined or abandoned by the current government, clarifying that she...

Nana Konadu’s legacy in NDC “unquestionable” despite exit – Kofi Adams

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has paid glowing tribute to the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a foundational pillar in...

Nana Konadu was an epitome of strength and resilience of Ghanaian women – NPP

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has paid tribute to the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a symbol of courage...

NDC mourns Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings in glowing tribute

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed deep sorrow following the death of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a woman...

Some MPs declaring support for Bawumia funded Ken Agyapong’s campaign – Stephen Amoah alleges

Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Dr. Stephen Amoah, has accused some of his colleague MPs who recently declared support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of...

63 NPP MPs declare support for Bawumia ahead of presidential primary

As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential race intensifies, 63 Members of Parliament have publicly declared their support for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu...

Whether or not Minority will participate in Ag. CJ’s vetting – Afenyo-Markin explains

The Minority in Parliament says it is yet to decide whether to participate in the vetting of Acting Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, following...

Kade chief steps down after 21 years

The chief of Kade in the Eastern Region, Osabarima Agyare Tenadu II, known in private life as William Kwame Apaw, has announced his abdication...

Bawumia’s conduct shows he’s bound to win – NPP Dormaa West Chairman

Dormaa West Constituency Chairman of the opposition NPP, Kwame Owusu, has declared that the former Vice President’s temperament and style of leadership are clear...

CPP disassociates itself from petition to remove Mahama as President

The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has denied any involvement in an alleged petition to remove President John Dramani Mahama from office. In a statement signed...

2024 election: Bryan Acheampong clarifies alleged fertiliser distribution

Former Minister for Food and Agriculture and Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has dismissed claims that he distributed government fertilisers to...

NPP vindicated; ORAL was a complete waste of time – Manhyia South MP

The Manhyia South MP, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has been vindicated in its earlier position that the Operation...

Ejura 2024 NPP PC challenges Bryan Acheampong over fertiliser smuggling claims

The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 parliamentary candidate for Ejura, Gifty Ndomah, has disputed the recent comments by former Minister of Food and Agriculture,...

Minority accuses gov’t of attempting to ‘run away’ from anti-LGBTQ+ bill

The sudden disappearance of the controversial anti-LBGTQ+ bill from Parliament’s Order Paper has sparked strong reactions from members of the Minority, who are demanding...

Declining public confidence in Mahama’s administration worrying – Minority

The Minority in Parliament has expressed concern over what it describes as declining public confidence in the Mahama administration. According to the caucus, the drop...

NDC gov’t is a better implementer of Free SHS, NHIS – Majority Leader

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has claimed that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government has proven to be a more effective implementer of major...

Scrapping 1D1F undermines job creation agenda — Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has taken a swipe at the government over what he describes as a lack of serious effort to tackle unemployment,...

Afenyo-Markin demands overhaul of Free SHS placement system

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has taken issue with the current implementation of the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy, arguing...

Legal challenges, not Akufo-Addo, stalled anti-LGBTQ+ bill — Ntim Fordjour

Member of Parliament for Assin South , Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has dismissed claims that former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo deliberately refused to...

“Kennedy Agyapong is the man to deal with internal party cracks” – Kobina Amo-Aidoo

Aspiring Ashanti Regional Assistant Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Kobina Amo-Aidoo is rooting for a Kennedy Agyapong leadership for the next general elections. He...

Minority pushes for parliamentary scrutiny of flagship programmes

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has criticised the government for failing to submit key documents on its major flagship programmes to Parliament for scrutiny and...

Parliament can pass anti-LGBTQ+ Bill within six months if… — Ntim Fordjour

Rev. Ntim Fordjour, the Member of Parliament for Assin South, says the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill could be passed into law...

Anti-LGBTQ+ bill set for first reading in Parliament today

Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, MP for Assin South, has revealed that the reintroduced Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill 2025 is expected to...

Nii Lante Vanderpuye eyes NDC National Chairmanship, but under one condition

National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) and former Member of Parliament for the Odododiodio Constituency, Edwin Nii Lantey Vanderpuye, has indicated...

Parliamentary bills will steer Ghana toward self-sufficiency — Ekumfi MP

Member of Parliament for Ekumfi, Dr Othniel Ekow Kwainoe, has expressed confidence in the country’s economic outlook, saying recent policy measures being discussed in...

Bagbin calls for official leave days for MPs

Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has called for the introduction of official leave periods for Members of Parliament (MPs), noting that the...

Ashie Moore apologises over Adenta–Lakeside road, assures fix soon

The Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore, has apologised to residents of Adenta over comments made...

Galamsey has worsened under NDC gov’t – Afenyo-Markin insists

The Minority in Parliament has accused the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of worsening the illegal mining (galamsey) menace despite earlier promises to...