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Interior Minister, 4 others approved
Parliament has approved President John Mahama's ministerial nominees who underwent vetting earlier this week.
The report, submitted to the House by the Appointments Committee, recommended...
I’ll take secrets to my grave – Muntaka [Video]
The Interior Minister-nominee, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has pledged his dedication to protecting sensitive information concerning national security.
Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Friday, the...
We’ll review recruitment into security services – Interior Minister-Designate
The Minister-Designate for Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has pledged to address concerns about fairness and inclusivity in the recruitment process for Ghana’s security services by...
NPP blames NDC for Obuasi Mine clash
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has blamed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and President John Mahama for the shooting incident at the AngloGold Ashanti...
Apologise to Ghanaians and appoint more ministers – Afenyo-Markin to Mahama
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on President John Mahama to apologise to Ghanaians so he can appoint more than the 60 ministers...
Afenyo-Markin cautions Mahama Ayariga on excessive debate in Parliament
The Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has advised the newly appointed Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, to avoid excessive debate...
Gov’t business will suffer if… – Afenyo-Markin to Ayariga
The Minority Leader and MP for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has cautioned the newly appointed Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, against introducing excessive debate on the...
Supreme Court indefinitely adjourns NDC’s suit challenging collation
The Supreme Court has indefinitely adjourned the suit filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) challenging a High Court decision on the collation of...
YEA CEO Kofi Baah Agyepong resigns
Chief Executive Officer of Ghana’s Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Kofi Baah Agyepong, has officially resigned from his position, effective January 24, 2025.
In his resignation...
The Nigerian pastors who traveled to US for Trump’s inauguration
Two high-profile Nigerian clerics took part in events surrounding the inauguration of US President Donald Trump on Monday.
Pastors William Kumuyi and Nathaniel Bassey's visits...
I’m a freemason – George Opare Addo
Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment nominee, George Opare Addo has openly affirmed his membership in the Freemasons.
This sparked interest during the NDC Youth...
My government will be the leanest and most efficient – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to establish the leanest and most efficient administration in Ghana's history, limiting his ministerial appointments to 60.
So far,...
Mahama implements short-term measures to address food shortages in SHSs
President John Dramani Mahama has announced the swift implementation of short-term measures to tackle food shortages affecting secondary schools nationwide.
Speaking after swearing in the...
Mole National Park needs more investment – Dzifa Gomashie
The Minister-Designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has committed to prioritizing the development of tourist attractions such as Mole National...
Kintampo Fire Commander urges residents to stay cautious despite preventive measures
The Kintampo Municipality has successfully avoided domestic and market fire outbreaks in recent times, a development attributed to adherence to preventive education, according to...
NDC to announce new parliamentary leadership on Thursday – Ato Forson
Majority Leader and Finance Minister-designate, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will unveil its new front bench in...
Henry Kofi Quarshie writes: Cassiel Ato Baah Forson: A testament to service, truth, and...
In a political landscape like Ghana's often marred by division and self-interest, the appointment of Cassiel Ato Baah Forson as Ghana’s Minister of Finance...
Mahama traveled commercially to UAE – Ato Forson disputes Nitiwul’s claim
Majority Leader in Parliament, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has refuted claims that President John Dramani Mahama used a private jet for his recent visit...
EC debunks viral video claiming smuggling of dollars in branded bags
The Electoral Commission (EC) has refuted allegations circulating in a viral video claiming that EC-branded bags containing dollars were being smuggled out of the...
Gender and ethnic considerations in appointments problematic – Prof Gyampo
Professor Ransford Gyampo of the University of Ghana (UG) has condemned the calls for gender and ethnicity balance in President John Mahama’s ministerial appointments.
He...
Afenyo-Markin urges Mahama gov’t to waive admission fees for first-year students
The Minority Leader of Parliament, Afenyo-Markin, has expressed concerns over the Mahama administration's commitment to delivering on its pledge to cover the admission fees...
ACEPA criticises Appointments Committee for poor performance in vetting nominees
The African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) has expressed serious concerns over the ongoing ministerial vetting process, describing it as lackluster and ineffective.
ACEPA claims...
Affirmative Action Bill Coalition calls for increased female representation in ministerial appointments
The Affirmative Action Bill Coalition has expressed concerns over the declining representation of women in ministerial nominations under President John Dramani Mahama's administration.
Convenor Sheila...
I’m committed to serving with humility and integrity – Ato Forson
Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the newly approved Finance Minister, has expressed his gratitude and outlined his vision for the nation’s financial future.
Following his nomination...
Parliament approves Haruna Iddrisu, Kwame Agbodza and Eric Opoku as Ministers
Parliament has approved the second batch of ministers nominated by President John Mahama, following their successful vetting by the Appointments Committee.
The Appointments Committee unanimously...
Serving God and country is my priority – Kwakye Ofosu on new role [Listen]
Acting spokesperson for President John Dramani Mahama, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has reacted to his appointment as the Minister of State in charge of Government...
Obuasi Clash: Families mourn as seven miners are laid to rest
Dozens of grieving families gathered at the Obuasi Government Hospital in the Ashanti Region to solemnly bid farewell to their loved ones killed during...
Mahama’s impartial investigation into Obuasi incident will be timely – Ato Forson
The Majority Leader in Parliament, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has assured Ghanaians that President John Dramani Mahama's directive for an impartial investigation into the...
Irate NPP MPs protest in Parliament over post-election violent incidents [Video]
Members of Parliament (MPs) from the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) took to the chamber on Tuesday afternoon, following ministerial vetting proceedings, to demand...
School for Life congratulates Minister-designate for Education Haruna Iddrisu
School for Life, an NGO, has congratulated Haruna Iddrisu, Member of Parliament for Tamale South Constituency, on his nomination as Minister-designate for Education.
School for...
I’ll work on my temperament – Kwame Agbodza
The Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has acknowledged concerns about his temperament and pledged to work on it.
During his vetting on...
Mahama’s ‘Nkoko nketenkete’ will help youth if implemented – Afenyo-Markin
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has expressed his belief in the government’s proposed poultry programme.
Speaking during the vetting of Agriculture Minister-designate, Eric Opoku, Mr...
Free university tuition: First year students who have paid fees will be refunded –...
Education Minister-designate Haruna Iddrisu has announced that first year university students who have already paid their fees will get a refund.
The Tamale South MP...
Haruna Iddrisu pledges to bridge education access gap in Northern Ghana
Education Minister-designate and Tamale South MP, Haruna Iddrisu has pledged commitment to addressing the disparities in educational access and infrastructure between northern and southern...
Have a day job before entering politics, our salary is just GH₵15K – Agbodza...
Kwame Agbodza, Member of Parliament for Adaklu and Minister-nominee for Roads and Highways, has advised young people aspiring to enter politics to have a...
E-Gate project at KIA should have been free – Agbodza
The Minister-designate for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has criticized the implementation of the E-Gate project at Kotoka International Airport (KIA), stating that...
Central Region NDC organizers back Regional Minister nominee, call for completion of abandoned projects
The 23 constituency organizers of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Central Region have pledged their unwavering support for Ekow Panyin Eduamoah, the...
673km of roads constructed since 2017, not Akufo-Addo’s 11,000km – Kwame Agbodza
Roads and Highways Minister-designate, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has challenged the claims made by the Akufo-Addo administration regarding the construction of roads across the country.
During...
Ministerial vetting suspended amidst confusion [Video]
The Chairman of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, Benard Ahiafor, on Monday temporarily suspended proceedings following misunderstandings among Members of Parliament (MPs).
This occurred while...
Drama, chaos rock Appointment Committee [Video]
The second sitting of the Appointment Committee of Parliament on Monday, January 20, 2025, was marked by disagreements.
Despite the presence of Roads and Highways...