Over ten people have expressed interest in contesting the vacant Ejisu constituency seat on the ticket of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). At the last count yesterday afternoon, about 12 were already canvassing for support to win the parliamentary primary to contest the upcoming by-election. Four-time contender Abenaa Pokuaa Boaitey; former President of the […] The post More NPP members chase John
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama has paid a visit to the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, to commiserate with him over the demise of his wife, Hajia Ramatu Sharubutu. Hajia Rahmatu Tahwee Sheikh Sharubutu passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, March 27, 2024, and has been […] The post Mahama commiserates
The Chief of Ahwerewam in the Ahafo-Ano South East District of the Ashanti region, Oheneba Owusu Ansah Nante Ababio, has denounced galamsey in his community. He has, therefore, asked Chinese and Ghanaian illegal miners operating within his jurisdiction to stop the illegality within 24-hours or face his wrath. “Whoever is seen doing galamsey would be […] The post Ahwerewam Chief wages war against galamsey
Independent presidential candidate Alan John Kyerematen has announced a strategic partnership with the National Interest Movement, led by former Convention People’s Party (CPP) flagbearer Abu Sakara, ahead of the 2024 elections. This collaboration, operating under the banner ‘Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC),’ was unveiled through a statement released on Thursday, April 4, 2024. In the […] The post 2024
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama, has pointed to the recent power outages in Ghana, commonly known as “dumsor,” as a consequence of mismanagement of the country’s power-generating assets and the collateralization of the Energy Sector Levy Act (ESLA). ESLA was implemented by the government to consolidate various levies within […] The post Mismanagement
John Dramani Mahama, the Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has outlined his intentions to implement import restrictions on specific essential commodities should he emerge victorious in the December elections. According to available data, imports of goods and services currently contribute approximately 40 percent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). During a stakeholder […] The post I’ll
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has reassigned the Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry and Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Hon. Stephen Amoah, as Deputy Minister for Finance. Hon. Stephen Amoah, until his redesignation, was the Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry. He takes over from the late Hon. John Kumah, who passed away on […] The post Akufo-Addo
The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to equitable regional development in his next government. Speaking to a crowd after the NDC’s 24-hour Kwahu Easter walk on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, the former President underscored the infrastructural initiatives undertaken during his tenure in the Eastern […] The post Mahama
Minister of Food and Agriculture and Member of Parliament for Abetifi Constituency in the Eastern Region, Dr. Bryan Acheampong has stated that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) will send Read More... The post John
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has called on African Leaders to focus on developing human capital to drive economic growth. Speaking to students at the London School of Economics (LSE), Mahama reflected on the rapid changes in the digital landscape over the past decade and the emergence of new job roles […] The post Africa
Onwe in Ashanti Region came to a standstill as hundreds of mourners thronged the town to join family and constituents for the one-week observation of the late MP for Ejisu, Dr John Kumah. There was human and vehicular traffic as people headed to the Onwe M/A Basic School Park. Dr John Kumah’s untimely death occurred […] The post Late John Kumah’s grief-filled
A few positives came from the recent friendlies of the Black Stars in Morocco. Despite the team failing to pick a win against Nigeria and Uganda, one of the bright sparks was seeing young players get an opportunity with the national team. Ebenezer Annan received a late call-up and replaced the injured Gideon Mensah in […] The post Throwing the light on newly inducted Black Stars first
John Ampontuah Kumah, the late Deputy Finance Minister and Member (MP) of Parliament for Ejisu in the Ashanti Region will be laid to rest on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Read More... The post One week Held For Late John Kumah…To Be Buried May 18
The management of the Ghana Revenue Authority has celebrated its outgone Commissioner-General Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah. They commended him for his exceptional leadership and immense contribution to the operations of GRA, especially in the area of digitalization and wish him well in his future endeavours. President Akufo-Addo on March 28, 2024, appointed Madam Julie Essiam […] The post GRA
Parliament is urging the Supreme Court to expedite the interlocutory injunctions against the anti-gay bill filed by private legal practitioner Richard Dela Sky and gender activist Dr Amanda Odoi. Both Richard Dela Sky and Dr Odoi have independently filed lawsuits against the anti-gay bill, asking the court to prevent President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo from […] The post Parliament
Professor John Gatsi, economist and Dean of the University of Cape Coast Business School, has maintained that the indicative exchange rate used by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) is not reflective of the cost structure of business in the country. According to the central bank, the cedi depreciated at 6.8 percent against the US dollar […] The post Relative
The Board of the Ghana Revenue Authority has been dissolved. President Akufo-Addo is expected to announce a new Board by the close of the day. Though no reason was given for the dissolution of the Dr. Anthony Oteng-Gyasi-led Board, reports say there have been some disagreements lately. The move by the President comes days after […] The post Ghana Revenue Authority Board dissolved
President Akufo-Addo has appointed Madam Julie Essiam as the new Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority. She replaces Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah. Until her appointment, Madam Julie Essiam was the Commissioner responsible for the Support Services Division of the GRA. Her appointment comes hours after President Akufo-Addo dissolved the Board of the GRA. Though no reason was given […] The post Julie
The Minister of Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has expressed scepticism regarding the passage of the Affirmative Action Bill in the next parliament. She attributed this uncertainty to the delayed efforts in stakeholder advocacy. Speaking at the Women in Governance National Dialogue on the theme, ‘Movement building towards equal playing field: Women’s inclusion and participation […] The post Calls
The office of former President John Dramani Mahama has released a press statement denying the circulating reports alleging that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The rumors stemmed Read More... The post I Don’t Have Prostate Cancer- Mahama appeared first on
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