First Deputy Minority Whip, Ahmed Ibrahim, has asserted that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is employing various tactics to avoid assenting to the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill. Parliament approved the bill on February 28, 2024, criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has since pledged to await the […] The post Akufo-Addo
Richard Ahiagbah, the Communications Director of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), has affirmed the government’s commitment to the construction of the national cathedral. He insists that the project is not misguided and is currently in progress. He made the remark on the back of a symbolic commissioning of the unfinished National Cathedral project by […] The post National
The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has urged Ghanaians to move away from the misconception of foreign aid. The party asserts that actions speak louder than words, referring to the “Ghana Beyond Aid” slogan promoted by the Akufo-Addo administration. In a statement released and signed by the Spokesperson of the CPP’s Interim Council, Dr Akwasi Bosompem, […] The post Let’s
A total of 72 casualties were recorded during the 67th Independence Parade at the Tamale Jubilee Park on Wednesday, March 6. The casualties ranged from students, service personnel and soldiers, who are said to have suffered from severe dehydration from the harsh weather conditions that characterized the day. As part of the paramedic staff tasked […] The post 72 casualties
The Ghana American Football Federation (GAFF), the national governing body for American football and non-contact flag football, has participated in a training camp in Johannesburg, South Africa. The camp, held on February 16, 2024 with the South African American Football Federation, was to prepare for the Andia Bowl and King Bowl competition in Croatia and … The post Ghana participate
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Minority caucus in parliament has wished Team Ghana success ahead of the official opening ceremony of the 13thedition of the All-African Games tomorrow. Mr Kobena Mensah Woyome, Ranking Committee Member on Youth, Sports and Culture, in a statement urged the team to take advantage of the platform to qualify for … The post Minority caucus wishes Team Ghana
The President of the Ghana Karate-Do Federation, Nathaniel Johnson, is confident that the karate-do team would shine and make Ghana proud at the upcoming 13th African Games. This followed the news of the arrival of equipment for the competition imported by the government for the Games. The equipment includes Tatami mat, athletes’ gi (karate attires) … The post ‘Karate-do
The Electoral Commission (EC) is scheduled to hold an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting today. The purpose of the meeting is to address issues related to the December 7 elections, notably the electoral calendar for the polls. However, the two major political parties have indicated that the EC has not yet officially communicated with them […] The post EC
Fidelity Bank Ghana LTD has responded to claims that it sold dollars to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) at rates different from the ones announced by the Bank of Ghana. The company in a statement insisted that the allegation “is false and misleading, and we have not had any FX deal with ECG at […] The post Fidelity Bank Ghana responds to allegations of
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso say they will form a joint force to fight jihadist threats in their countries. Niger’s army chief Moussa Salaou Barmou announced it would be operational as soon as possible, without giving details of its size. He spoke in a televised speech on Wednesday following talks in the capital Niamey. Groups […] The post Niger, Mali
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, says victims of the Akosombo Dam Spillage are yet to benefit from the government’s allocation of GHC80 million. During the 67th Independence Day celebration in Koforidua, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo reiterated the government’s commitment to aiding the victims of the Akosombo dam spillage. He […] The post Akosombo
Jude Bellingham has been banned for two LaLiga games for “contemptuous or disrespectful attitudes towards a referee” after he received a red card in the aftermath of Real Madrid’s Read More... The post Bellingham Gets Two- Game
Thomas Partey Arsenal boss, Mikel Arteta, has expressed great delight over the return of Thomas Partey after four months on the sidelines due to injury. On Monday, the mercurial midfielder Read More... The post Arteta Charges Partey To Build On Playing Time appeared
A military officer from the Ghana Air Force has been confirmed dead after collapsing during the 67th Independence anniversary celebrations in Koforidua, Eastern Region, on Wednesday. During the parade, the officer, along with 66 others, collapsed and received immediate medical attention from stationed doctors at the venue. Eight individuals were subsequently transported to the Eastern […] The post Koforidua:
The National Executive Committee of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially endorsed Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate for the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, in the upcoming 2024 general elections. Last week, John Mahama submitted his selection for running mate, and the party has now solidly supported his choice for […] The post Official:
The Electoral Commission (EC) has abandoned its intention to eliminate the guarantor system for the upcoming limited voter registration exercise. This decision was communicated to political parties during the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting convened to discuss the electoral calendar. Participants at the meeting confirmed that the initially proposed calendar, which included the removal of […] The post 2024
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has eulogised late Deputy Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament (MP) for Ejisu, Dr John Ampontuah Kumah. The 45-year-old MP died on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He leaves behind his wife and six children. In a post on Facebook, Dr Bawumia remembered the late Deputy Minister of Finance as […] The post Bawumia eulogises
Parliament has adjourned today’s sitting to Friday, March 8 following the death of the Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah. Sources close to the family confirmed to Citi News that the 45-year-old MP who doubles as the Deputy Finance Minister died after a short illness. The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, in a […] The post Parliament adjourns sitting
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has called for the reintroduction of road tolls in a bid to mobilize adequate revenue to bridge the country’s road infrastructural deficit. The collection of road tolls was discontinued in 2021 as part of policy measures announced by the government in the preceding year’s budget statement. During […] The post Asenso-Boakye
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