HomePolitics

Politics

Amin Adam, Gideon Boako lead Minority bench on Finance

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam and Dr. Gideon Boako have been appointed to lead the Minority bench on finance, a move expected to strengthen the...

Minority criticizes Majority over poor attendance in Parliament

The Minority caucus in Parliament has criticized the Majority caucus for failing to attend Friday’s parliamentary proceedings in significant numbers. Their concerns stem from the...

Parliament approves first set of Deputy Ministers and Minister of State

Parliament has approved the first batch of deputy ministers and a minister of state. This follows their vetting last week, with a recommendation for their...

First Deputy Speaker blocks probe into mass dismissal of public servants

A motion by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus to investigate the termination of public service appointments made after December 7, 2024, has...

Group petitions Parliament over MP’s “JB Danquah was a traitor” comment

A group has petitioned the Speaker of Parliament, demanding an apology from the Member of Parliament for Tamale Central and Minister of Science and...

MP pledges to drive development in Sekyere Afram Plains

The Member of Parliament for Sekyere Afram Plains, Nasira Afrah Gyekye, has reaffirmed her commitment to fostering socio-economic growth in the district. Speaking at the...

I’ll turn down an appointment from NDC but… – Mzbel

Ghanaian singer Belinda Nana Ekua Amoah, popularly known as Mzbel, has expressed disappointment over not being approached with any appointment offer despite her contributions...

We’ll ensure all unfairly dismissed teachers are reinstated – Ntim Fordjour

The Member of Parliament for Assin South and former Deputy Minister of Education, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has assured that all teachers who were...

Asenso-Boakye criticizes Mahama’s stance on road infrastructure debt in Parliamentary Debate

In a recent parliamentary session, Francis Asenso-Boakye, Member of Parliament for Bantama and former Minister of Roads and Highways, criticized former President John Dramani...

“Programme baako, definitions brebree” – Oppong Nkrumah mocks 24-hour economy

Former Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has criticised the government over what he describes as its failure to clearly define and explain key economic...

Mahama has done very well in his honeymoon period – Prof Adei

Renowned economist and former Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Professor Stephen Adei, has praised President John Dramani Mahama for his performance...

Bawumia urges Ghanaians to uphold peace and unity on Independence Day

As Ghana marks its 68th Independence Day today, March 6, former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called on citizens to embrace peace, unity,...

Independence Anniversary must be a day of reflection on Ghana’s journey – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized that Ghana’s Independence Day should be a time for deep reflection on the nation’s progress. speaking at the 68th...

Telcos to roll out 6GB Independence Day bundle for GHS10 – Sam George

The Minister for Communications, Sam George, has announced a special Independence Day data bundle introduced under the directive of President John Mahama in collaboration...

Mahama calls for lasting peace in Bawku and across Ghana

President John Dramani Mahama has called for an end to the conflict in Bawku and other areas experiencing unrest, urging Ghanaians to embrace lasting...

Mahama stresses action over policies for Ghana’s progress

President John Dramani Mahama has stressed that well-crafted policies alone will not transform Ghana unless backed by decisive action. Speaking at the 68th Independence Day...

Mahama urges action to end aid dependence

President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized that Ghana’s dependence on donor aid and external financial support cannot be resolved through rhetoric alone but requires...

This year’s Independence day event will save 95% of estimated cost – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has justified the decision to hold Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebration at Jubilee House instead of the traditional Black Star...

Support Mahama’s reset agenda – CPP urges Ghanaians

The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has called on Ghanaians to support President John Dramani Mahama’s reset agenda, emphasizing the need for national reflection, economic...

Ghana’s 68th Independence Anniversary Celebration [Watch]

Ghana is celebrating its 68th Independence Day today, Thursday, March 6, commemorating nearly seven decades of freedom from British colonial rule. This year’s theme, “Reflect,...

Ghana celebrates 68 years of Independence today

Ghana is celebrating its 68th Independence Day today, Thursday, March 6, marking nearly seven decades since gaining freedom from British colonial rule. This year’s theme,...

Ministers cut, but advisors increased – Samuel Jinapor slams government’s ‘smart’ move

Damongo MP Samuel Abdulai Jinapor has questioned the government’s claim that reducing the number of ministers to 60 will save costs, arguing that the...

Armed men allegedly invade Peter Amewu’s house [Audio]

Unknown gunmen have reportedly invaded the Hohoe residence of former Member of Parliament (MP) for Hohoe, John Peter Amewu. At the time of the incident,...

Don’t allow yourself to be used for “political football” – Afenyo-Markin to BoG Governor

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has cautioned the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, against allowing himself to be drawn into...

Kwakye Ofosu defends Mahama’s ministerial cuts

The Abura Asebu Kwamankese Member of Parliament (MP), Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has revealed that there are currently fewer than 60 presidential staffers, as well...

John Boadu eyes NPP Chairmanship [Audio]

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary, John Boadu, has expressed interest in contesting for the position of National Chairman in the party’s next...

National Chairman is the leader of our party – John Boadu

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary John Boadu has reiterated that the National Chairman is the leader of the party, according to its...

Akufo-Addo’s management of COVID-19 was pivotal in NPP’s 2020 victory – John Boadu

Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has credited the party’s success in the 2020 election to former President Nana...

Should we pay taxes to Akufo-Addo to finish Agenda 111 for you? – John Boadu to gov’t

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary, John Boadu, has responded to criticisms from the Ministry of Health over the completion of the Agenda...

2024 election: Public discussions on NPP’s defeat must stop – John Boadu

Former New Patriotic Party(NPP) General Secretary John Boadu has called for an end to public discussions surrounding the party’s fact-finding report on its defeat...

Oppong Nkrumah debunks ministerial appointment from Mahama

Ofoase-Ayirebi Member of Parliament (MP), Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has dismissed claims that former President John Mahama offered him a ministerial appointment during his first...

Ministerial ‘snub’ weakens Mahama Ayariga’s authority – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu [Audio]

Former Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has asserted that Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, should have been given a ministerial appointment and included in Cabinet. Speaking in...

Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu replies Stephen Amoah over 2024 election report [Audio]

Former Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has stated that he will never be part of any scheme to tarnish the image of Nhyiaeso MP, Stephen...

Pressure on gov’t for immediate solutions unreasonable – Richard Sumah

Richard Sumah, a leading member of the Movement for Change, has described as unreasonable the pressure on the new government to resolve the country’s...

Mahama cannot stop galamsey – Odike [Video]

Founder and leader of the United Progressive Party (UPP), Akwasi Addae Odike, has cast doubt on the National Democratic Congress' (NDC) ability to end...

‘It will be my Bible’ – Ato Forson pledges to implement Economic Dialogue recommendations

The Finance Minister has assured that the government will act on key recommendations from the National Economic Dialogue, describing the final communique as his...

Ato Forson was honest about E-Levy – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu [Audio]

Former Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has praised Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson for his honesty during discussions on the introduction of the  Electronic...

You will be in opposition for a long time – Majority to Minority

The Majority in Parliament has expressed confidence that the Minority caucus will remain in opposition for an extended period, attributing this to what they...

Court sets March 27 to determine Gyakye Quayson’s fate

The High Court in Accra has set March 27, 2025, to determine whether Assin North MP James Gyakye Quayson should open his defence in...

Assemblymen demand action against NDC executives over alleged kidnap and torture

About 16 assemblymen in the Kintampo South constituency of the Bono East Region have petitioned the National Democratic Congress (NDC), demanding action against its...