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Martin Amidu: The constitution supports free speech that urges govt to enter a ‘nolle prosequi’ in a pending case

“A lot of hypocrisy is happening right now. Political weaponisation of the DOJ , unfortunately, seems like the theme of this election cycle.” –...

Hanson K. Nyame writes: Justice and our new Chief Justice

Now that all Africa’s colonized states have attained independence, it is wondered if Dr Kwame Nkrumah (if he was still alive) would not have...

Arrogance of Power: A key instrument for NPP’s exit in 2008, NDC in 2016, and NPP in 2024 – Politicians Don’t Learn

Power has a way of corrupting even the most well-intentioned individuals. Throughout history, we have witnessed political parties rise and fall due to the...

 Breakdown of Sarkodie’s ‘Try Me’ response to Yvonne Nelson

There has been mixed reactions and dissension on Twitter following the controversial abortion ‘beef’ surrounding rapper Michael Owusu Addo known professionally as Sarkodie and...

Yaw Buaben Asamoa writes: Banish internal apathy and “together, we will win”

Moving around the country, engaging and talking, it appears internal apathy within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) rank and file, is the biggest threat...

Unveiling the struggles: A psychological analysis of ‘I am not Yvonne Nelson’ memoir

Yvonne Nelson, a well-known Ghanaian celebrity, recently published a memoir entitled ‘I’m not Yvonne Nelson’, which has been the subject of much controversy since...

Martin Amidu: Kissi Agyebeng’s OSP pick people that he thinks he should, rather than pick cases that need to be prosecuted

 “Therein is the most dangerous power of the prosecutor: that he will pick people that he thinks he should, rather than pick cases that...

Opinion: Sarkodie’s response to Yvonne Nelson highlights his decline in character

Now that Assin North is behind us, I feel compelled to express my opinion on Sarkodie's response to Yvonne Nelson, which, to put it...

Kwesi Yankah writes: Sanitary Pads? ‘Bisa Abrewa’

I have been mulling of late over contemporary issues that would have drawn the fury of parents in those days. Discussing sanitary pads in...

When nature calls – Where do you respond?

"When an ‘Oba’ (paramount chief) stops the procession and squats by the wayside, it's on an urgent matter that spares neither king nor god..."The...

Ghanaians abroad play a major role in shaping the country’s future

Ghanaians living and working abroad have become significant forces in shaping the future of both their host country and back home in Ghana.Their...

Ndebugre and Rawlings on the day ‘Nde’ refused to stand for the national anthem [Part 2] – Occasional Kwatriot

Later all were seated. Then came the national anthem to which everybody was supposed to stand.Did Ndebugre get up too?“Yes, we all got up”,...

Unveiling the Plight of National Service Personnel: Advocating for Fair Compensation of Allowances

In the midst of Ghana's national service program, many young graduates like Akwasi find themselves grappling with the harsh reality of inadequate compensation. Assigned...

Francis-Xavier Sosu: Madina roads require urgent attention

Improved road infrastructure would increase the attractiveness of Madina, stimulate economic activities, attract new investments and businesses, which would lead to increased employment opportunities...

Prof. Kwesi Yankah writes: Ndebugre and JJ Rawlings; A clash on the National Anthem

Last week’s incident on the national anthem, when President Akufo-Addo fumed seeing a chief sitting and not standing as the national anthem was played...

Natural Capital Accounting for sustainable development: Unleashing Ghana’s potential

Ghana, the vibrant and resource-rich nation located on the west coast of Africa, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and diverse ecosystems.From...

I am going to prison on Wednesday!

My statement to ‘Manager,’ was simple and innocent! “I am going to prison on Wednesday!” Her response was aggressive. “What? What did you say?...

Foods wrapped in plastic rubbers linked to prostate, breast cancer, among others

I recently chanced on a video posted on Facebook by the renowned singer, Kofi Kinata lamenting how fante kenkey is now wrapped with plastic...

Open Letter to ECG/PURC: Residents of Prampram and its environs are not puppets to be punished with ‘dumsor’

Dear ECG/PURC,I am an angry resident. As I type this letter, the entire Prampram and neighbouring communities and villages have been without electricity, since...

Why Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is the best candidate to partner John Dramani Mahama in the 2024 elections

On Saturday 13th of May, 2023 the National Democratic Congress (NDC) unequivocally voted for John Dramani Mahama (JDM) as their flag bearer and president...

Elizabeth Ohene: Our first female PhD scientist

She achieved everything that there was to achieve and more. It is her work with the Volta Lake that is my abiding memory.In paying my...

Erastus Asare Donkor: The scare of covering the Ejura violence

How did the camera turn into a gun at Ejura in 2021? How did the media become the cause of the violence they were...

Who is Your Guy? Reflections of a non-radical marxist on the just-ended NDC primaries and Ghana’s politics

Dear Delegates,Now that the NDC primaries have concluded, I would like to pose some questions to you:Is the MP candidate you have selected/elected truly...

Ken Ofori-Atta and GRA should stop imposition of killer taxes on lottery, sports betting companies

Lotto and betting players vehemently kick against the imposition of nuisance taxes on lottery and betting games.According to the reports, players of lottery...

Political tradition and loyalty, the showdown of Bawumia and Alan Kyerematen

The Economic Intelligence Units in its 2023 country report of Ghana has posited that the contests to secure the presidential candidacies of both the...

Otiko Afisah Djaba writes: Wake up Ghana, act now on gender equality

Though Ghana is regarded as a beacon of democracy in Africa, the country’s record on gender equality is less enviable; it is best described...

Lack of virgins frustrates Dipo rites

Mothers in charge of Dipo ( puberty rites) at Dodowa in the Shai Osudoku District in the Greater Accra Region are now allowing non-virgins...

She carried a dead baby in her womb for weeks, but that is not the problem

At my wife’s village, I met with her elder brother and two of her aunties. I presented my grievances before them, “After fourteen years...

Meet Hajia Fatahiya Aziz; A true reflection of a lady of substance from Savelugu

Exceptional women are rare, but when you come across one, they leave an indelible mark on you. Such is the case with Hajia Fatahiya...

Martin Amidu: New Chief Justice – last three stops of Akufo-Addo’s long game for 7 December 2024 elections

Nana Akufo-Addo’s modus operandi in the exercise of the constitutional powers vested in him to choose critical and sensitive constitutional officers for the actualization...

Ras Mubarak: Reflections on what is expected of NDC delegates

We are exactly 13 days into the crucial National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary and Presidential primaries.The NDC’s delegates across the country who...

Martin Amidu: Nana Akufo-Addo does not deny he is good friend to financial architect Alistair Mathias

The President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, did not deny being Alistair Mathias’ friend in his response to Al Jazeera’s request for his...

Arthur Kennedy writes: The Echoes of Galamsey in Ghana

Galamsey has come to symbolize, unfortunately, the capture of our governance by criminal elements bent on channeling public resources into private hands to our...

NPP’s management of the economy: A comparison with the NDC’s record

The issue of effective economic management has been a major concern for Ghanaians, with both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic...

Cathedral of scandals: How a presidential promise divided Ghana

About 700 metres (765 yards) from Ghana’s Parliament sits one of the world’s most controversial craters, a hole surrounded by weeds into which $58m...

From social media to courtroom; Legal consequences of celebrity impersonation in Ghana

The look-alike culture is not new to us. Historically, it has been a booming industry in all parts of the world.With the introduction...

Alex Kyeremeh writes: Where are the 300-bed hostels for 46 Colleges of Education?

A year ago, the Minister of Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum announced to the applaud of Ghanaians, the construction of 300-bed hostels in all...

Following in the family business

Now that the season of political primaries is upon us, I have been wondering if I can find some evidence to support the theory...

UG@75: Why Legon might have been misconstrued as “Hill of knowledge”

The University of Ghana, Legon has a proud history, but there is a widespread and persistent misunderstanding of its name.This is according to a...

The wasted 31 years of NDC and NPP: Lessons from Kagame’s RPF in Rwanda

To fix a country you must first fix its political parties.That is one of the biggest takeaways I am returning to Ghana with...