The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has voiced concerns over the emotional tone surrounding the discussions on the anti-gay bill in Ghana’s Parliament. According to him, some of his colleague MPs become emotional during deliberations on the bill. The Effutu lawmaker previously proposed a replacement of a minimum two-month imprisonment sentence with a minimum of one […] The post Stop
Hiplife legend Okyeame Kwame has debunked claims that he has been paid to join the manifesto committee of flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Okyeame Kwame is one of the fifteen people who were named as members of the New Patriotic Party’s Manifesto Committee for tourism, arts, and culture. Other […] The post Bawumia’s
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 outspoken Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has vented his disappointment over the treatment he received during the 2023 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Primary. While acknowledging the right of MPs to choose their preferred candidate, Ken Agyapong, in an upcoming interview with KSM on Pan Africa Television, expressed particular hurt […] The post I’m
Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng The Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament has given the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) management a seven-day deadline to provide full information on the Read More... The post Parliament Chases MIIF Over $12m Agyapa Expense
The Mines and Energy Committee in Parliament has given the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng, a seven-day ultimatum to provide the Committee with further details regarding the $12 million spent on the botched Agyapa royalties deal. He is expected to provide the committee with the documents […] The post Mines
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) Flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has made a significant move in the party’s preparations for the upcoming 2024 general elections by constituting a dedicated Manifesto Read More... The post Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu
In a surprising turn of events, Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has tendered in his resignation with immediate effect, prompting anticipation of a significant reshuffle within the majority parliamentary leadership of Read More... The post Breaking
Former Ghana’s Black Stars Captain, Asamoah Gyan Aka Baby Jet has been given a role to put together a manifesto in the field of Youth and Sports for the flagbearer Read More... The post Asamoah Gyan Heads Youth And Sports Committee
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is considering disconnecting power supply to the Parliament of Ghana on Wednesday, February 21, due to an outstanding debt exceeding GH₵23 million. This potential action is part of the ongoing “Operation Zero Balance” initiative which aims to recover unpaid debts from various customers. The inclusion of Parliament among the […] The post Parliament
Homeownership is one of the most rewarding experiences in one’s lifetime. It is an important decision to make and requires the right type of financing options to suite the purpose. Buying your first home has been made easy through Republic Bank’s Home Purchase products. Existing homeowners can also take a mortgage to renovate, expand, release […] The post OutStandingBrands24:
By Julie LeBLANC The United States is deeply committed to its role as a steadfast economic and commercial partner to African nations. This commitment was recently highlighted by Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s visit to West Africa, including stops in Nigeria – both in Abuja and Lagos – as well as in Cabo Verde, Cote […] The post The United States deeply
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has directed the committees on education, finance, culture, and tourism to explore factors leading to the seeming extinction of local languages in the country and provide appropriate recommendations for consideration. This follows concerns raised by Members of Parliament about the growing neglect of local languages, particularly in schools across […] The post Parliament
Sunyani East’s Member of Parliament, Kwasi Ameyaw-Cheremeh, has been nominated as the Presiding Speaker for Friday’s parliamentary proceedings. This development arose due to the absence of Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and his two Deputies, Joseph Osei Owusu and Andrew Asiamah Amoako. In accordance with the new standing orders, the nomination of Kwasi Ameyaw-Cheremeh as […] The post Ameyaw-Cheremeh
The Minority in Parliament is demanding the vetting of five Ministers of State who have been reassigned by the President to other ministries. The caucus contends that before the reassignment of the ministers, the president announced that he had relieved them of their portfolios in government with immediate effect, hence warranting the need for the […] The post Re-assigned
The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has expressed scepticism regarding President Akufo-Addo’s recent ministerial reshuffle, deeming it belated and unlikely to yield significant results. In a major ministerial reshuffle announced on Wednesday, February 14, President Akufo-Addo relieved the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori Atta, of his duties. The reshuffle has also impacted […] The post Akufo-Addo’s
Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC donated Twenty-Five (25) laptops towards the University of Ghana, Vice Chancellor’s ‘One Student One Laptop (1S1L)’ initiative. The donation comes under the Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, ‘Power to Make a Difference’ (PMAD) and in demonstration of Republic Bank’s commitment towards one of its chosen United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, […] The post Republic
Tensions flared in Ghana’s Parliament on Tuesday, February 13, as a seemingly routine exchange of pleasantries took a dramatic turn between Members of Parliament Kennedy Agyapong and Sylvester Tetteh. The incident occurred when Sylvester Tetteh, the MP for Bortianor-Ngleshie-Amanfro, attempted to extend greetings to Kennedy Agyapong, MP for Assin Central upon the latter’s entrance into […] The post Ken
In a surprising turn of events, Members of Parliament Kennedy Agyapong and Sylvester Tetteh have managed to reconcile following a heated confrontation within the parliamentary chambers. The incident, which initially sparked concerns of a brewing conflict, has now taken a positive twist as the two politicians set aside their differences after the swift intervention of […] The post Ken
Parliament has approved a custodial sentence of a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years for the willful promotion, sponsorship, or support of LGBTQ+ activities. Persons caught in the act would also be subjected to a minimum sentence of 6 months and a maximum sentence of 3 years. During parliamentary proceedings on […] The post Parliament approves
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