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Afenyo-Markin is having a very tough case of cognitive dissonance – Tony Aidoo

National Democratic Congress (NDC) stalwart and former Ghana Ambassador to the Netherlands, Dr. Tony Aidoo, has slammed Minority Leader and MP for Effutu, Alexander...

Security agencies probe ministerial nominees before vetting – Ahiafor

The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament and Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has shared insights into the rigorous process that security agencies...

Bernard Ahiafor justifies Bagbin’s decision to suspend four MPs

The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament and Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has defended Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to suspend four Members...

If they want a second round of vetting, I am ready for them – Ablakwa

Foreign Affairs Minister nominee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has declared his willingness to undergo a second round of vetting by the Appointments Committee if required. "If...

Ministerial vetting: I have resisted many invitations to fight – Ahiafor

Akatsi South MP Bernard Ahiafor has revealed that he has turned down numerous invitations to engage in confrontations over the ongoing ministerial vetting process,...

Adoagyiri residents demand apology from Hardcastle over remarks against Annoh-Dompreh

Concerned citizens of Adoagyiri-Nsawam in the Eastern Region are calling on Emeafa Hardcastle, the Acting Chief Executive of the Petroleum Commission, to issue a...

I’m a proud businessman – Afenyo-Markin justifies source of wealth

Minority Leader and Effutu MP, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has revealed his source of wealth, stating that he is a proud businessman. Mr. Afenyo-Markin, speaking on JoyNews'...

Ashanti Regional Minister pledges to advance Asanteman’s development agenda

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has assured his commitment to collaborating with all employees of the Regional Coordinating Council to drive the...

Muntaka hit with sad news

Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has lost his mother, Hajia Saudatu Sulemana Muntaka. The Minister, who also serves as the Asawase Member of Parliament (MP), took...

If I were combative, we won’t have vetted over 40 nominees – Appointments Committee chair

The Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has defended his leadership style amidst criticism from some members of the Minority, arguing that his...

Afenyo-Markin played it smart and safe – Ahiafor on vetting chaos

The Chairman of Parliament's Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has revealed that the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, played it "smart and safe" during the ministerial...

Our members won’t be part of Committee probing vetting chaos – Suame MP

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Suame, John Darko, says the Minority will not participate in the ad-hoc committee set up by the Speaker...

I have a good relationship with Afenyo-Markin, but… – Akatsi South MP

The Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, says while he maintains a good working relationship with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, he often struggles...

He sometimes forgets he’s no longer Majority Leader – Ahiafor jabs Afenyo-Markin

The Chairman of Parliament's Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has criticized Minority Leader and Ranking Member on the Committee, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, for what he describes...

Afenyo-Markin to face Privileges Committee if… – Bernard Ahiafor

Chairman of Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has warned that Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin will be referred to the Privileges Committee if he fails...

Salaga North MP pledges to complete abandoned projects, build first SHS in Kpalbi

Member of Parliament for Salaga North, Alhaji Alhassan Mumuni, has assured his constituents of his commitment to completing all abandoned and ongoing projects left...

NPP condemns Bagbin’s suspension of MPs, calls it “dangerous and autocratic”

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly condemned the suspension of three of its Members of Parliament (MPs) by Speaker Alban Bagbin, describing his...

Recall suspended MPs, dissolve ad-hoc committee – Afenyo-Markin tells Speaker

Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on Speaker Alban Bagbin, to reverse the suspension of four MPs in connection with the chaotic...

Greater Accra Regional Minister to reintroduce Sanitation Day, award scheme 

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, has identified security and sanitation as her top priorities for the capital city. During her first meeting with the...

Nine CSOs commend suspension of MPs

Nine civil society organisations (CSOs) focused on monitoring parliamentary affairs have lauded the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin's suspension of four lawmakers over the...

ORAL Team denies spying on Afenyo-Markin’s private properties

The Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) team has dismissed claims by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin that the committee deployed drones to monitor his private...

Speaker’s suspension unconstitutional; return to Parliament – NPP tells its MPs

The New Patriotic Party(NPP) has asked its three suspended Members of Parliament(MP) to ignore the directive and attend proceedings. The General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua...

We are law-abiding – Minority

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader has stated that the party is known for its "gentlemanliness" and adherence to the law. On Thursday, during the vetting...

Vetting chaos: We’re not here to witch-hunt our colleagues – Committee

The seven-member committee probing the chaos during the vetting of ministerial nominees has assured that it is not on a witch-hunt mission. Chairman of the...

NDC MPs disrespected Speaker’s orders – Afenyo-Markin

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused the Majority caucus of disregarding Speaker Alban Bagbin's orders on the reconstitution of the Appointments Committee. The Effutu...

Committee probing vetting chaos to begin public hearings on February 5

The committee investigating the disturbances during the vetting of ministerial nominees is set to commence public hearings on Wednesday, February 5. Established by Speaker Alban...

Gabriel Kwamigah’s campaign team fights back: Smear tactics or political sabotage?

With the Volta Regional Council of State elections approaching, political tensions are mounting as allegations surface against one of the leading aspirants, Mr. Gabriel...

Afenyo-Markin alleges bullying and intimidation against NPP MPs

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has expressed concerns about the safety of New Patriotic Party (NPP) MPs, alleging that the National Democratic...

Some NDC Krachi West executives allege bias in MMDCE vetting

Some aggrieved constituency executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Krachi West constituency of the Oti Region have called for an immediate...

How MP allegedly squeezed Dafeamekpor’s balls during vetting chaos [Listen]

Akim Oda Member of Parliament (MP) Alexander Akwasi Acquah has detailed how South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson Nelson-Dafeamekpor was allegedly assaulted during...

Afenyo-Markin accuses NDC majority of disregarding Speaker’s directive

The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused the NDC Majority in Parliament of disregarding the Speaker’s directive during recent proceedings. Speaking to the press on...

Minority Leader and Majority Leader pursue talks with Speaker over suspension of MPs

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has disclosed that he and Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga have been pursuing the Speaker of Parliament for talks over his...

Afenyo-Markin allowed his emotions to get the better of him – Inusah Fuseini

Former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has criticised Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament and MP for Effutu, for letting...

Arrest MPs responsible for vetting chaos – Gyampo to Dampare

The acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), Ransford Gyampo, has unequivocally demanded that the Inspector General of Police, Dr....

They begged us not to scrutinise her – Afenyo-Markin on Linda Ocloo’s quick vetting

Minority Leader and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has revealed that government officials personally pleaded with the Minority to refrain from...

PNP demands Ablakwa’s removal from Ministerial and ORAL roles

The People’s National Party (PNP) has petitioned President John Mahama, demanding the removal of North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, as Chairman of the...

I saw Asiedu Nketia’s son, Okyere Baafi, and others; why target 4? – Deputy Minority MP asks Speaker

Deputy Minority Leader, Patricia Appiagyei has raised concerns over the suspension of only four Members of Parliament(MPs) following the chaos at the Appointments Committee...

Sam George consoles Dafeamekpor amid suspension

Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament (MP), Sam George, has expressed his unwavering support for his colleague, South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson...

Speaker did the right thing – Franklin Cudjoe on suspension of four MPs

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has said that Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, did the right thing by suspending four Members of Parliament...

Appointments Committee would have been boring without Afenyo-Markin – Franklin Cudjoe

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has said that the Appointments Committee would have been boring if Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin was not part...