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Mahama Ayariga says commitment to creating the Kusaug Region remains firm

Majority Leader and Bawku Central Member of Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to the creation of the Kusaug Region, emphasizing...

Omane Boamah, 4 others face Appointments Committee today

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is scheduled to vet five of President John Mahama's ministerial nominees today, January 28. The vetting will commence at 9:00...

Ato Forson’s leadership boosted NDC’s 2024 chances – Ayariga

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has praised the outgoing majority leadership for their significant contributions to the National Democratic Congress' (NDC) success in the lead-up...

I focus on results, not drama – Mahama Ayariga to Afenyo-Markin

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has dismissed remarks made by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who suggested that Ayariga’s parliamentary style could impede government business. Mr. Ayariga...

Majority Leader affirms NDC’s unwavering stance on Anti-Gay Bill

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has reaffirmed the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) unwavering position on the Anti-Gay Bill, stating that the party’s stance has remained...

Vetting Committee called upon to recommend a grassroots candidate as DCE for Adaklu

Christopher Galenkui, the Communications Officer for the Adaklu Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged the vetting committee for District Chief Executive...

Ebi Bright petitions High Court over Tema Central election results

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Tema Central, Ebi Bright, has filed a petition at the High Court challenging the election of...

Let’s use first three years to develop Ashanti region – Frank Amoakohene

The Minister nominee for the Ashanti Region, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has stated that in order to capture the region, he is advocating for the...

I didn’t intend to disrespect Akufo-Addo during his last SONA – Minister-designate

Lands Minister nominee Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah has clarified his comments about former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration, which gained significant attention following the latter's last...

Effutu NDC supporters apologise after protest over appointment snub

Some supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Effutu constituency of the Central Region have apologized for the protest they staged last...

Commercialize high-profile funerals – Okere MP urges

The Member of Parliament for Okere, Kenneth Nana Addo, has called for the commercialization of high-profile funerals and festivals in Ghana as a means...

Daasebre Akuamoah Boateng III takes oath as Kwahu paramount chief

The beautiful town of Abene, nestled on the Kwahu Mountains, was alive with excitement last Saturday as Baffour Akoto Osei, a 54-year-old Civil Engineer,...

One of the biggest threats to Africa’s democracy today is ‘Next Meal’ – Bawumia

The former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has warned that one of the biggest threats to democracy today is what he refers...

The increasing fragility of democracy in Africa and across the world is cause for concern – Bawumia

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed concern over the growing fragility of democracy in Africa and around the world. Speaking on...

Despite the imperfections of democracy, it remains the preferred form of governance – Bawumia asserts

The former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has emphasized that despite its imperfections, democracy remains the preferred form of governance that guarantees...

My early concession in 2024 polls was for Ghana’s democracy and peace – Bawumia

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has explained that his early concession in the 2024 presidential election was made in the supreme...

Akufo-Addo’s fight against galamsey was a failure – Armah-Kofi Buah

The Minister-Designate for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has strongly criticized the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration’s approach to combating illegal...

Vetting of MMDCEs: Aspirant DCE for North Tongu pledges accountability

The immediate past Director of Elections for the North Tongu Constituency and an aspirant for the position of District Chief Executive (DCE), Mr. Christian...

I’d rather lose my life than accept LGBTQ+ practices in Ghana – Speaker Bagbin

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has reiterated his determination to ensure the passage of the LGBTQ+ bill, which was passed by Parliament but...

I’ve never been promised an appointment – NDC’s James Annan on Effutu protest [Listen]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Effutu in both the 2020 and 2024 elections, James Kofi Annan, has distanced himself from a...

MP criticises geopolitical criteria in MMDCE vetting process

The Central Tongu MP has expressed dissatisfaction with the geopolitical criteria as one of the benchmarks adopted for vetting and selecting Metropolitan, Municipal, and...

I’m the most experienced candidate for the Kadjebi DCE post – Former Akan MP

A former National Democratic Congress (NDC) MP for the Akan Constituency says he is the most experienced candidate for the Kadjebi District Chief Executive...

Fatima Abubakar wades into brouhaha over scrapping of Information Ministry

The immediate-past Minister of Information, Fatima Abubakar, has shared her views on the ongoing concerns over the removal of the Ministry of Information in...

Fatima Abubakar opens up on life in opposition [Listen]

Former Information Minister, Fatima Abubakar, has said she still has a lot to hold on to despite being in opposition. According to her, she has...

Armah-Kofi Buah, 3 other ministerial nominees to face Appointments Committee today

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is scheduled to vet the Minister-Designate for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, today, January 27, 2025. The Ellembelle...

Bawumia speaks on democracy, pathway to governance, and political integrity in Nigeria today

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to deliver an address on democracy, governance, and political integrity in Nigeria. The event, which...

South Dayi MCE aspirant pledges to foster development and unity

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) aspirant for South Dayi, Mr. Kwame Courage Kokroko, has assured residents of his commitment to working collaboratively with local...

NDC Volta Regional chairman urges members to manage expectations of government

The Volta Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mawutor Agbavitor, has urged party members and executives to be measured in their expectations...

We were misled on Akufo-Addo statue unveiling – Lower Dixcove chief reveals

The Paramount Chief of Lower Dixcove, Nana Akwasi Agyeman IV, has refuted claims made by former Western Regional Minister, Kwabena Okyere Darko Mensah, suggesting...

Council of State must be abolished – Barker-Vormawor

Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has reiterated his calls for significant constitutional reforms in Ghana, including the abolition of the Council of State and...

Be patient – Frank Afriyie to Volta youth

The Member of Parliament for Afadjato South, Frank Afriyie, has called on the youth of the Volta region to remain patient and calm following...

Volta Region a victim of unfulfilled promises – Mahama

President John Mahama has vowed to end the Volta Region's cycle of neglect under his administration. He said this during his Thank-You tour in Ho. Addressing...

Shai-Osudoku NDC hails Prof. Kpessa-Whyte’s appointment to SIGA

The NDC in Shai-Osudoku has congratulated Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte on his appointment as the Acting Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA)...

Mahama to join other African Leaders for high-Level AU Institutional Reforms Retreat in Nairobi

President John Mahama has departed Ghana for Kenya, where he will join other African leaders to participate in a High-Level Retreat on African Union...

Nana Addo was just nonchalant – Franklin Cudjoe on failed galamsey fight

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has criticized former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his inadequate response to illegal mining, describing his efforts...

Abraham Amaliba appointed Acting DG of Road Safety Authority

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Abraham Amaliba as the Acting Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), effective January 23, 2025. Currently serving...

Parliament to vet final batch of Ministerial nominees from January 28

The Appointments Committee of Parliament will begin vetting the final batch of ministerial nominees on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. This session will focus on individuals...

Mobilising people to vandalise property over lack of appointments disappointing – Barker-Vormawor

Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has expressed concern over what he describes as the persistent practice of mobilizing individuals to attack party and public...

This is why Gender Minister-Designate was not sworn-in [Listen]

Acting Spokesperson to the President, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has clarified the circumstances surrounding the delayed arrival of Gender Minister-designate Agnes Naa Momo Lartey at...

Frank Davies commends Mahama for commitment to appointing 60 Ministers

A private legal practitioner affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Frank Davies, has commended President John Mahama for his commitment to appointing only...