Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has revealed that the recently revised standing orders of Parliament include a dedicated segment known as ‘Backbenchers Time.’ This initiative aims to provide Members of Parliament situated at the backbench with an opportunity to actively contribute their ideas and perspectives, thereby enriching the parliamentary practice. Speaking at a workshop held at […] The post New
Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has revealed that the recently revised standing orders of Parliament include a dedicated segment known as ‘Backbenchers Time.’ This initiative aims to provide Members of Parliament situated at the backbench with an opportunity to actively contribute their ideas and perspectives, thereby enriching the parliamentary practice. Speaking at a workshop held at […] The post New
The Member of Parliament for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini, has expressed optimism in the new Majority leadership’s ability to discharge its duties effectively. Following the resignation of Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Deputy Majority Leader and MP for Efutu, has been designated as the new Majority Leader by the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Patricia Appiagyei, […] The post New
The National Council of the New Patriotic Party has confirmed the new leadership of the majority caucus in Parliament as Alexander Afenyo-Markin, MP for Effutu, prepares to take on the mantle of Majority Leader starting today, Friday, February 23. This significant change in the Majority Front Bench’s leadership follows the recent interpretation of parliamentary procedures […] The post NPP
The new Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called upon the Minority Caucus in Parliament to strengthen its bipartisan efforts with the Majority Caucus, emphasizing the mutual benefits such collaboration can yield. The endorsement of the leadership change within the majority caucus by the New Patriotic Party’s National Council on Friday, February 23, provided the backdrop […] The post Let’s
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has warned that it will not tolerate any further attempts to delay the approval of the bill on the promotion of proper human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values, commonly known as the anti-gay bill. Last week, ahead of the third reading and potential passage of the bill, Deputy Majority […] The post We won’t tolerate
By Kwasi OGYAMPA The Ukrainian Initiative “Grain for Ukraine ” has exclusively political dimension and has no real prospects. Practically all Ukrainian grain is delivered to Europe just because the prices on the European market are higher and gained benefits are used to buy Western weapons for the conflict. That’s why Kyiv doesn’t have enough […] The post The grain battle
Private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu is raising concerns regarding threats by businessman Alfred Agbesi Woyome to sue the General Legal Council (GLC) over legal practitioner, Samuel Nerquaye-Tetteh’s disbarment from the bar. Mr. Woyome threatened to sue the GLC for taking such an action against former Chief State Prosecutor, Samuel Nerquaye-Tetteh for professional misconduct. Kpebu asserts […] The post AG
I have seen a video of Mr Fifi Kwetey, shouting to an audience in Northern Ghana, that Dr Bawumia was a disgrace to the North and warned voters in the North not to vote for Dr Bawumia, on account of his “disgraceful” behaviour. Dr Bawumia’s behaviour that caused Mr Fiifi Kwetey to warn voters in […] The post Akomea asks: Is Bawumia the disgrace to the north? appeared first
Alexander Afenyo-Markin The third reading of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill was ‘arrested’ yesterday by the Deputy Majority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin. The Speaker, Read More... The post Afenyo ‘Arrests’ Passage Of Anti-Gay
Employees at the Akosombo Textile Limited (ATL) have begun a sit-down strike over unpaid salaries and other outstanding allowances dating back to 2021. The striking workers allege that the company’s machinery has been dismantled and sold as scrap, casting a grim light on its operational status. They have also voiced concerns about insufficient compensation, claiming […] The post ATL
Benjamin Oduro Arhin Jnr Creative Arts Business and Intellectual Property Consultant, Benjamin Oduro Arhin Jnr, popularly known as Bnoskka, has advised Kumasi-based filmmakers to up their game by introducing Read More... The post ‘Kumawood Should Start Scripting Movies’
Indian security forces have fired tear gas in a bid to stop thousands of farmers marching on New Delhi after talks with the government failed. Local broadcasters showed thick clouds of tear gas on Tuesday, as police sought to disperse protesters near Ambala, some 200km (125 miles) north of the capital. The farmers are demanding […] The post Police fire tear gas as protesting farmers march
On February 12, Accra Technical University (ATU) kicked off its inaugural Library Week. The event, themed ‘Innovation Unleashed: Transformative Research Through Exceptional Service Delivery’, is designed to show appreciation for its patrons and serve as a significant publicity initiative. The ATU Library, having successfully hosted several publicity programs in the past, decided to scale up […] The post ATU
The Deputy Majority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has reiterated his opposition to custodial sentences for gay activities. However, he says he is not against the principle of the anti-gay bill. Parliament, on Thursday, February 8, approved a three-to-five-year jail term for individuals who wilfully promote or sponsor LGBTQ activities, while those caught in the […] The post I
Alexander Afenyo-Markin Deputy Majority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has urged the House to amend or delete clauses in the yet-to-be-passed anti-gay Bill that recommends custodial sentencing as the Read More... The post LGBTQ Bill:
Arsenal secured a massive three points against title rivals Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium Arsenal captain, Martin Ødegaard, has hit back at criticism of his team’s celebrations after Sunday’s Read More... The post When Are You Allowed
Benjamin Oduro Arhin Jnr Creative Arts, Business and Intellectual Property Consultant, Benjamin Oduro Arhin Jnr, known in the creative arts industry as Bnoskka, participated in this year’s edition of Read More... The post Bnoskka Speaks At Ghana Expo 2024 In Tanzania
The Member of Parliament for the Effutu constituency, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has handed over completed projects to various communities within Effutu in the Central Region. The projects include an ultra-modern ICT lab, a library, and a community center. He also broke ground for the construction of a 100-bed capacity District hospital for residents of New Winneba. […] The post Afenyo-Markin
The legal representative for ACP Benjamin Agordzo, Martin Kpebu, has described the trial of his client as politically motivated. ACP Benjamin Agordzo, the late Dr. Mac Palm, and eight others were arraigned in 2021 on counts of conspiracy to commit high treason and high treason. The High Court, however, acquitted ACP Benjamin Agordzo on January […] The post Coup
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