Eastern Regional Minister Seth Kwame Acheampong called for responsible media practices to ensure peaceful elections in December. Addressing the Regional May Day Celebration held at Jubilee Park in Koforidua on May 1, 2024, Seth Acheampong emphasized the media’s role as “custodians of truth,” stating that they must combat misinformation and disinformation to maintain peace and […] The post Media
Flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama says adopting a 24-hour economic model will diversify our economy and empower Ghana’s workforce. According to him, a central element of his vision for Ghana’s recovery is the implementation of a 24-hour economy. “This initiative is designed to generate sustainable, decent job opportunities and promote […] The post May
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has dismissed allegations of bribery involving the Member of Parliament for Kwadaso Dr Kingsley Nyarko and two temporary staff of the Electoral Commission (EC) during the Ejisu by-election. The EC removed the two temporary staff following the emergence of a video allegedly showing them accepting what appears to be a […] The post Ejisu
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called for the immediate arrest of the Member of Parliament for Kwadaso, Kingsley Nyarko. The call comes after the lawmaker was captured on camera giving out what appears to be money to two Electoral Commission officials during the Ejisu by-election on Tuesday. The Electoral Commission has disclosed that […] The post Ejisu
On 27 April 2024, Emmen will roll out the Orange carpet for King Willem-Alexander. He celebrates his birthday in the city centre together with members of the Royal family. The King will be sung to by Bouke and Jannes, among others, and will conclude his visit to Emmen with a performance by Daniël Lohues. But […] The post Emmen rolls out the Orange carpet
By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Ghana, His Excellency Jeroen Verheul, has emphasized the profound sense of contentment that comes from reflecting on the celebration of the King’s Day According to him, it provides the opportunity for them to contemplate on the longstanding relationship that exists between the Netherlands […] The post
The campaign team of New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has committed to a house-to-house campaign strategy in preparation for the 2024 general elections. This decision follows Dr. Bawumia’s visit to the Dome-Kwabenya constituency, where he engaged with market women and residents. Dr. Bawumia’s visit took place after a two-day campaign tour of […]
Kwabena Boateng of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has won the Ejisu by-election. He secured 27,782 votes, which accounts for 55.8% of the total votes cast. His closest rival, Independent candidate Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, received 21,534 votes, or 43.3%. Beatrice Boakye from the Liberal Party earned 140 votes, making up 0.3% of the votes, while […]
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has declared that the country’s recent erratic power supply issues have been successfully resolved. Speaking at the annual May Day celebration in Accra, the President expressed confidence that the power challenges, known as “dumsor,” have been left behind. He also thanked citizens for their patience and cooperation during the difficult […]
The office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice has advised against money laundering investigations into the affairs of former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah by the Economic and Organized Crime Office. This follows a determination by the office of the Attorney General that the request by the office of the Special Prosecutor to the […] The post AG
Investigations have been launched into the tragic death of a soldier at Millennium City in Kasoa, Central Region by the Ghana Armed Forces. Lance Corporal (L/Cpl) Danso Michael was reportedly killed amid a dispute over land ownership. In a statement released on Wednesday, May 1, the GAF revealed that initial findings indicate L/Cpl Omar Abdul […] The post Kasoa:
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has strongly condemned the killing of a soldier Lance Corporal Omar Abdullah Rahman over alleged disputed half plot of land at Millennium City, Kasoa in the Central Region. Confirming the tragic loss in a press release on May 1, 2024,the GAF said “We reiterate our commitment to maintaining law and […] The post GAF condemns killing of soldier
The Office of the Attorney General (AG) and Ministry of Justice has said there is no basis for Economic and Organized Crimes Office (EOCO) to conduct money laundering investigations into the affairs of former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Abena Dapaah. The Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) had earlier this years dropped charges against the former minister and referred […] The post OSP’s
Member of Parliament (MP) for South Dayi, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has filed an appeal to reverse the decision of the High Court to dismiss his request to compel President Akufo-Addo and Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin to act on the bill within seven days. The appeal processes filed on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, states among other things […] The post LGBTQ+
Professor Ransford Gyampo, a political science lecturer at the University of Ghana, has criticised the current structure of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, arguing that it fails to uphold quality educational standards. According to Professor Gyampo, focusing the policy on academically talented yet financially disadvantaged students would alleviate the financial burden on the […] The post Structure
Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, has expressed his intention to appeal a recent High Court ruling regarding a judicial review application he filed on the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill. According to him, the reason given by the court — the use of discretionary power — to throw out the appeal, is unreasonable. This […] The post Anti-Gay
The Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations is scheduled to hold discussions with the leadership of the Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) of TUC today over tier-2 pension arrears owed to members of the union. The union had previously set an April deadline for the government to resolve all outstanding payments owed to its […] The post Labour Ministry
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed concern over the emergence of independent candidates among its members in some constituencies across the country. The national chairman of the party, Stephen Ntim, says the party will embark on a reconciliation exercise across the country to bring all failed and aggrieved members on board ahead of […] The post Election
The Health Minister-designate, Bernard Okoe-Boye has urged health facilities to utilize alternative power sources, particularly generator sets amidst the recent erratic power supply. This follows calls for the exemption of Health facilities from the ongoing intermittent power cuts citing its detrimental effect on healthcare delivery. Addressing the media during a working visit to the Korle […] The post Dumsor:
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