The Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, says that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) supports the position of the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, on LGBTQ+ issues. Mr. Mahama, addressing the matter during a breakfast meeting with the Clergy in Koforidua on Wednesday, January 31, stated that his faith is against same-sex marriages, […] The post NDC
The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has stated that it is looking forward to the reintroduction of the import and export restrictions bill in Parliament. The Ministry of Trade presented the bill to restrict the importation of 22 items, including poultry, rice, and sugar, among others. However, the laying of the bill was suspended following […] The post We’re
At the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, the Black Stars drew goalless with Namibia to round up its 2023 AFCON camp in Ghana. West Ham United midfielder Mohammed Kudus missed the game as he continues to recover from a slight injury. The game replaced Ghana’s scheduled international friendly game against Botswana but the change in […] The post 2023 AFCON:
The National Conference of Muslim Kings, Muslim Paramount Chiefs, and Imams (NACOKINGS) has expressed its unwavering support for the private member’s bill currently before Parliament, advocating for the extension of Muslim holidays. The bill contrasts with the current practice of only observing one day each for the two Eids. Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament […] The post NACOKINGS
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has announced that it submitted a proposal to Parliament for the reconsideration of the Emission Levy Bill, scheduled for implementation in 2024. The Emissions Levy Bill, approved by Parliament, imposes an annual charge of GH¢100 on all owners of petrol and diesel cars, starting from January 2024. The […] The post GPRTU
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has once again criticised President Akufo-Addo’s stance on the Criminal Offences Amendment Bill 2023, 1 and 2, and the Ghana Armed Forces Amendment Bill 2023, stating that it not only contradicts constitutional procedure but also raises concerns about the future of Private Members’ Bills. The President, in a letter […] The post Akufo-Addo’s
Parliament has approved the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill 2023 which imposes a 5 percent flat rate for the rental of commercial premises and the sale of immovable property by an estate developer. The VAT Amendment Bill 2023 also seeks to introduce a zero rate on locally produced sanitary pads and waive VAT on the […] The post Parliament passes VAT Amendment Bill appeared first on
The Majority in Parliament says the attack on the President by the Speaker, Alban Bagbin, for failing to assent to some private member’s bill is unfortunate. The President, in a letter to Parliament, explained that his decision to decline assenting to the Criminal Offences Amendment Bill and the Ghana Armed Forces Amendment Bill sponsored by […] The post Anti-witchcraft
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s refusal to assent to the anti-witchcraft bill will hinder the country’s democracy. President Akufo-Addo cited potential financial implications on the country’s consolidated fund as the reason behind his decision not to sign the bill. However, Kpebu is not accepting such an excuse, deeming it […] The post Akufo-Addo’s
The Commissioner of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice, Advocate Joseph Whittal, is urging the government to expedite the passage of the anti-witchcraft bill. He explains that this urgency is due to the hardships faced by women labelled as witches, who cannot endure the associated assault and stigma. He spoke at the commemoration […] The post CHAJ
The Commissioner of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice, Advocate Joseph Whittal, is urging the government to expedite the passage of the anti-witchcraft bill. He explains that this urgency is due to the hardships faced by women labelled as witches, who cannot endure the associated assault and stigma. He spoke at the commemoration […] The post CHRAJ
Papa Bills The organisers of the Ghana Music Awards USA (GMA-USA) have appointed four new board members to help strengthen the organisation’s commitment to excellence. The appointees include Mr. Bills Read More... The post GMA-USA Appoints 4 New Board Members appeared first
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