The Electoral Commission (EC) has declared that the filing fees for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections will not be different from those charged during the 2020 polls. The EC has set the filing fee for presidential candidates at GH¢100,000 while maintaining the filing fee for parliamentary candidates at GH¢10,000. During the 2020 polls, the […] The post 2024
Gender activist, Dr. Amanda Odoi, has filed an application for an interlocutory injunction against the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, in response to the recent passage of the anti-gay bill. On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved a bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, encompassing their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Individuals […] The post Gender
Professor Joshua Alabi, the 2020 Campaign Manager for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has hailed the selection of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate for the 2024 election, describing it as the best choice. According to Professor Alabi, the former Education Minister brings a wealth of experience and credibility to the party’s ticket. […] The post Prof.
Haruna Iddrisu, the immediate past Minority Leader in Parliament, has accused the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, of breaching the constitution regarding the re-composition of the Parliamentary Service Board. According to the Tamale South MP, Bagbin failed to comply with Article 124 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates the formation of a committee to advise […] The post Haruna
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress (APC) have committed to deepening their relationship to advance good governance in both countries. They stated that this would be achieved through the exchange of experiences and solutions to common challenges at the party and national levels. This, they said would improve democracy in the … The post NPP,
A total of 13,516 trained teachers from the various accredited Colleges of Education have been posted to basic and second-cycle schools across the country to undertake their one-year mandatory national service. They were deployed by the National Service Scheme (NSS) Secretariat on March 4, this year. This was contained in a statement signed and issued … The post NSS deploys 13,516
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has reported that the atmosphere at Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meetings has become more amicable. Earlier this year, in January, the party reversed its decision to abstain from IPAC meetings. IPAC meetings serve as a platform for various political parties to review election-related activities and policies, formally voice their grievances, […] The post IPAC
The Ghana Union of Traders’ Association (GUTA) has expressed concern about exchange rates being tied to duties at the country’s ports. According to the Union, the practice had been the cause of inflation in the country because the moment the exchange rate went up; prices of goods were also affected. Some of the participants in … The post GUTA
A 59-year-old car dealer, and two others accused of swindling a businessman of GH¢620,000, in a gold transaction, have been remanded in police custody by the Achimota Circuit Court. Gbegoueu Evrard, a French, is said to have collected the money under the pretext of selling to the complainant, Hayford Boadi, gold, but failed. Evrard is … The post 3 remanded over alleged GH¢620,000
Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr John Ampontuah Kumah, has died. Aged 45, Dr Kumah was also the Member of Parliament for the Ejisu Constituency in the Ashanti Region. Confirming the news of the demise of the second term lawmaker, the Majority Chief Whip and MP for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, said he was devastated by the … The post Deputy Finance Minister dead appeared first on Ghanaian
Former Member of Parliament for Jomoro, Samia Yaba Nkrumah, has urged President Akufo-Addo not to assent to the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ bill. This legislation passed in Parliament on February 28, 2024, criminalizes LGBTQ activities and prohibits their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Those found guilty could […] The post Don’t
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has commended Ghana for its strides in upholding freedom of speech, despite recent assaults on media personnel. The Foundation emphasized that Ghana’s commitment to free speech and media quality should be recognized not just within Africa but on a global scale. This praise aligns with President Akufo-Addo’s recent […] The post MFWA
The former Majority Leader and Member of Parliament for Suame, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has eulogised the late John Kumah as a warrior who will be greatly missed. He described the passing of the late Ejisu lawmaker as “a tragedy of monumental proportions.” John Kumah’s passing was announced on Thursday, March 7, after a brief illness. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu celebrated […] The post John
March 8, Accra – International Women’s Day highlights the private sector’s crucial role in advancing the economic inclusion of women in Africa. At Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), we use our industry leadership to be part of the solution for positive change on the African continent. Our aim is to create greater shared opportunity for the […] The post Economic
The Information Minister-designate, Fatimatu Abubakar, has firmly opposed suggestions to either scrap or merge the Information Ministry with the Ministry of Communications. During her vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Friday, March 8, Fatimatu Abubakar emphasized the importance of maintaining the ministry as a standalone entity, asserting that it is better suited to […] The post It’ll
Fatimatu Abubakar, the Information Minister-designate, has called for the creation of an environment that empowers women to excel nationwide. During her vetting by Parliament’s Appointment Committee on Friday, she expressed concern that many women still feel intimidated in public spaces due to victimisation. However, the Information Minister-designate emphasised the crucial role of women in every […] The post Let’s
On the sixth day of the Citi FM/Citi TV 2024 Heritage Caravan, the enthusiastic ‘Caravanites’ made their way to Mole National Park in Larabanga, the largest wildlife refuge. The day, aptly named ‘Hollard Day,’ provided a unique opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in nature and witness a diverse array of animal species in their […] The post 2024
Dr. Benjamin Sekyere Yeboah, the Deputy Minister-Designate for the Gender Ministry, has revealed that he was mocked by some colleague MPs when his nomination was announced. Speaking during his vetting in Parliament in Accra on Friday, Dr. Yeboah disclosed that many of his peers questioned why he, as a male, was nominated for the Gender […] The post I
The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) in the Central Region has cut its production by 30 percent at the Sekyerehemang Headworks as a result of galamsey activities along the banks of the River Pra. According to the water company, although some communities within the region will be affected by the move, it is ready to augment […] The post Central Region: GWL cuts water production
Delta Air Lines, in collaboration with JA Africa, hosted 30 high school-aged students, all girls, from Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa to Accra, Ghana, at a highly impactful four-day bootcamp aimed at empowering them to become high-achieving women. The bootcamp was part of events to mark International Women’s Day and the girls represent the best-performing […] The post
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