A former electoral area coordinator of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Lawra constituency of the Upper West region, Albert Diyuoh, has defected to the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Mr. Diyuoh cited a perceived deviation from the core principles that initially drew him to the party as the primary reason for his departure. Speaking […] The post Lawra:

The outgoing Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and Minister-Designate for the Health Ministry, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, has reaffirmed the NHIA’s commitment to supporting all military health establishments. During a visit to the new Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. Col. Thomas Oppong-Peprah, Dr. Okoe Boye commended the military for their […] The post Okoe

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMA) has once again absolved itself of blame for the Akosombo dam spillage disaster. Over 30,000 people were displaced after the Volta River Authority (VRA) spilled excess water from the Akosombo and Kpong dams in September 2023. Stakeholders questioned the data-sharing system between the GMA and VRA; however, the Director-General of […] The post We

A group calling itself the Coalition of Youth Groups of Aboabo, in the Northern Regional capital, has commended President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for appointing Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam to the esteemed position of Finance Minister. They described the gesture as historic, emphasizing that it marks the first time a northerner has been appointed to […] The post N/R:

The Accra Academy Senior High School (SHS) is currently without power due to disconnection by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) over alleged unpaid arrears. Citi News‘ Fauzu Masawudu reported that as of 8:40 pm when he arrived, the entire campus was in darkness, with students using torchlights in their classrooms for studying. An anonymous […] The post ECG

The proposed reshuffle of the Majority leadership in Parliament has been temporarily suspended. This pause is strategic, allowing President Nana Akuffo-Addo and the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to undertake thorough consultations with the Majority Caucus. The decision to temporarily halt the intended changes underscores the necessity of aligning any leadership reshuffle with […] The post Majority

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has approved a proposed structure for the party’s 2024 national campaign and appointed individuals to serve on the various national campaign committees. The decision was made at the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Council meetings held on Monday, February 19, 2024. The Campaign Advisory Committee comprises former President […] The post 2024

Issahaku Abdul Latif, the former Communications Director for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Northern Region, has died after a period of illness. Citi News understands that he breathed his last this afternoon at the Tamale Teaching Hospital following an extended battle with surgery complications. His passing was confirmed by Yussif Danjummah, the current […] The post NPP’s

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has unveiled the campaign team for its flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, ahead of the 2024 polls. The list includes Dr. Bawumia as the Chairman of the campaign steering committee, while Dan Botwe was unveiled as the Strategist for the campaign. Dr. Gideon Boako was also named as the spokesperson for […] The post Bawumia’s

The Jirapa Municipal Security Council in the Upper West region has given assurance that the perpetrators involved in the murder of the Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Cosy Hills Hotel (Jirapa Dubai) will be apprehended and made to face the law. Addressing the media on Monday, February 19, the council said it has instituted […] The post Jirapa MUSEC confident

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The controversy over the suspended “Agyapa” Gold Royalties deal may not go away anytime soon, as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has taken issue with the $12 million said to have been spent on the botched arrangement. At a recent appearance before Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee, CEO of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Edward […] The post NDC

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) is set to release its policy proposals aimed at guiding political parties in shaping their manifestos ahead of this year’s general elections. The move is to ensure that the needs of GNAT members are effectively integrated into the agendas of political parties. In an interview with Citi News […] The post GNAT

Mohammed Amin Adam, the newly appointed Finance Minister, has urged the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to work hard to achieve its financial targets for the fiscal year 2024. He stressed that the GRA should adhere to a sophisticated roadmap that balances a user-friendly approach with the uncompromised execution of its mandate. During a visit to […] The post Let’s

A group known as the Concerned Residents of Ledzokuku Association is calling on other Ledzokuku residents to unite in support of the appointment of Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye as the Minister of Health. The group stressed that backing Dr. Okoe Boye is vital for promoting development within the Ledzokuku Constituency, given his role as a […] The post Support

Ghana’s capital Accra will host the first edition of the Black Star Marathon, a competitive international running event for professional athletes and recreational runners this year on July 27th. The Black Star Marathon takes its inspiration from the great and charismatic Pan-Africanist Marcus Mosiah Garvey who believed that Black people were destined for greatness and […] The post Accra

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has attributed the suffering and hardships currently in Ghana to the unprecedented levels of corruption under the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration. At a press conference today, February 19, 2024, the party lamented the corruption allegedly perpetrated by officials of the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government in the past seven years. The NDC recounted the BOST […] The post Ghanaians

The National Communications Officer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, has stated that the flagbearer of the party, John Dramani Mahama, is the best person to protect the public purse, describing him as ‘incorruptible’. He underscored the need for the electorate to entrust the public purse in the hands of Mr. Mahama, […] The post Mahama is incorruptible

Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD (CBG) has been commended by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) for showcasing commendable compliance and a consistent track record of positive returns. Ag. Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Mr. John Boadu, made this remark when he paid a working visit to CBG as part of […] The post Acting

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) leadership in the Ashanti Region has accused the Ghana Police Service of bias, particularly concerning the enforcement of laws involving NDC members. The party has acknowledged a statement from the police and plans to accompany its Manhyia South Constituency Organizer, Mustapha Alhassan, to the police headquarters on Tuesday for an […] The post Ashanti