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I thank God for preparing a table in the presence of my enemies – Mahama

Former President John Mahama has expressed gratitude to God for the many blessings following his his re-election.The President-elect has acknowledged God’s guidance throughout his...

President-elect Mahama pledges inclusive gov’t for all Ghanaians

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has committed to forming a government that reflects the aspirations and dreams of all Ghanaians, regardless of their political affiliation.He...

Joint transitional team to be inaugurated – Mahama

President-elect, John Mahama has announced the inauguration of a joint transitional team on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.Mr Mahama announced in his first address following...

Full results of the 2024 presidential election

Ghanaians have elected John Dramani Mahama as the new President, succeeding President Akufo-Addo, whose tenure will end on January 6, 2025.The total number of...

Don’t sign contracts that will burden the Mahama gov’t – Omane Boamah to Akufo-Addo

The incoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration has cautioned the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) government against signing last-minute contracts or making financial commitments...

Bawumia’s concession eased tensions – Mahama

Newly elected President, John Mahama has commended the New Patriotic Party(NPP) flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, for his early concession speech.Mahama has acknowledged that Dr...

The rejected stone has become the corner stone – Sammy Gyamfi on Mahama’s victory

The National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi has drawn Biblical inspiration following the victory of John Mahama in the...

Jean Mensa declares 2024 elections free, fair, and transparent

Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensa has affirmed that Ghana’s December 7, 2024, general elections were conducted in a free, fair, credible, and...

EC declares Mahama winner of 2024 election

The Electoral Commission (EC) has declared former President John Mahama as the winner of the 2024 presidential election without the results from nine constituencies.According...

Why KT Hammond is refusing to concede defeat [Listen]

The incumbent Member of Parliament (MP) for Adansi Asokwa in the Ashanti Region, KT Hammond is not ready to concede defeat in the recent...

Full text: NPP condemns post-election violence

The New Patriotic Party(NPP) on Monday afternoon held a press conference expressing discontent with the violence that has erupted in parts of the country...

NPP alleges attack on Ursula Owusu, Tolon MP’s house [Audio]

The New Patriotic Party(NPP) has alleged an attack on its Ablekuma West Member of Parliament (MP), Ursula Owusu-Ekuful's residence.The NPP Youth Organiser, Salam Mustapha...

Whether or not Koku Anyidoho will accept appointment from Mahama [Listen]

Executive Director of the Atta Mills Institute, Koku Anyidoho, has said he is not expecting any appointment from the next Mahama-led administration.In this regard,...

Tension brews at EC’s Eastern Regional office [Video]

There is brewing tension at the Eastern regional office of the Electoral Commission following a near brawl between New Patriotic Party(NPP) and National Democratic...

We’ll retaliate if the attacks do not stop – Salam Mustapha warns NDC

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has condemned what it describes as violent attacks of the party’s sympathisers in the just-ended election.The party has served...

Confusion rocks EC collation centre

Confusion has erupted at the Electoral Commission's (EC) Greater Accra Regional Officer over the collation of the 2024 election results.Supporters of the National Democratic...

Being an MP is one of the most ‘useless’ jobs; some beg for money – Eugene Antwi [Audio]

Subin Member of Parliament (MP) Eugene Arhin has said being a lawmaker is one of the most useless jobs in Ghana.The former Works and...

ZEIN Global Development Trust congratulates Mahama

The Chairman of ZEIN Global Development Trust, Dr Abu Zein has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President-elect John Dramani Mahama.A statement issued by his...

2024 election: Dakoa Newman breaks silence after defeat

Defeated Member of Parliament for Okaikoi South Constituency in the Greater Accra Region, Dakoa Newman, has congratulated her opponent, Ernest Adomako on his victory.In...

Titus Glover blames media for NPP’s defeat in Greater Accra region [Audio]

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus Glover has blamed the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) defeat in the region on the media.According...

Sammy Gyamfi commends Bawumia

The National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, has lauded New Patriotic Party(NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia for demonstrating exceptional...

2024 polls: Disruption delays Parliamentary results in Suhum Constituency

The Electoral Commission (EC) has postponed the declaration of parliamentary results for the Suhum Constituency due to chaos at the collation center.Supporters of the...

2024 election: Omane Boamah cautions Returning Officers

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Director of Elections and IT, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has warned electoral officials against flouting the rules of the...

Subin MP reveals cause of NPP’s defeat in 2024 election

Member of Parliament (MP) for Subin in the Ashanti region, Eugene Boakye Antwi has stated the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) lost the 2024 election...

Farmer discovers ‘ballot boxes’ in a bush

A farmer in the Afigya Kwabre North constituency of the Ashanti Region has reportedly stumbled upon two suspected ballot boxes hidden in the bush,...

Old Vandals congratulate Mahama

The Commonwealth Alumni of the University of Ghana, popularly known as the Old Vandals, have congratulated John Mahama on his victory in the 2024...

Unrest in Tema Central as EC postpones collation to Tuesday over safety concerns

Tensions have escalated in Tema Central as the Electoral Commission (EC) announced the postponement of results collation to Tuesday, December 10, citing safety concerns.The...

Sammi Awuku secures landslide victory in Akuapim North

The New Patriotic Party(NPP) Parliamentary candidate of the Akuapim North, Sammi Awuku, has emerged victorious in the 2024 election.The Director General of the National...

We’ll use our Parliamentary majority responsibly – NDC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has pledged commitment to use its parliamentary majority victory in the December 7 general elections responsibly.The NDC has assured...

Sam Jonah condemns election-related deaths; urges unity for national development

Business magnate and statesman, Sir Sam Jonah has called for national unity and reflection following Ghana’s December 7 general elections.In a statement addressed to...

Dome Kwabenya flips to NDC as Faustina Akurugu defeats Mike Oquaye Jnr

The Parliamentary Candidate for Dome Kwabenya on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Faustina Elikplim Akurugu, has won the seat.The Electoral Officer...

Misleading! NDC National Organiser not locked up in Ashanti Region

Claim: NDC members lock up National Organiser Joseph Yamin in Ashanti Region Source:@MrIrish3 (X) and @kwadwosheldon. (Archived here & here).Verdict: Misleading!Explanation: A violent incident was recorded on December 6, 2024,...

No evidence of ballot stuffing at Whyte Gate Hotel

Claim: NDC busted EC for booking Whyte Gate Hotel at Galilea for ballot stuffing with military and police protection. Source: @fanti_boy (X). (Archived here).Verdict: Insufficient Evidence Explanation: Our sources...

No evidence of Russian interference in Ghana’s election

Claim: A post in a pro-NPP Facebook group, “NPP Official’s Ashley Anston,” suggests that Russia might have interfered in Ghana’s election. The post states: “Russia...

Fake! Ursula Owusu’s account did not warn X followers against trolling her

Claim: A viral tweet allegedly from Ursula Owusu-Ekuful warns followers she will not tolerate disrespect after her loss in the Ablekuma West Constituency parliamentary...

False! NPP Gov’t didn’t reduce unemployment to 4%

Claim: An X handle claimed that the NPP inherited an unemployment rate of 8.4% but brought it to 4% by employing 2.6 million Ghanaians. Source: X (formerly...

12 arrested for looting in Tamale, causing damage to properties in Damango

The Ghana Police Service have arrested 12 suspects for looting in Tamale and causing damage to properties in Damango.In a statement, the police said...

EC official shot at Damongo

An Electoral Commission (EC) official is battling for his life at the emergency unit of the Saint Anne Hospital in Damongo, Savannah Region.Joy News'...

EC official collapses at Dome Kwabenya collation centre

An Electoral Commission (EC) official has collapsed at the Dome Kwabenya Collation Centre in the Greater Accra region.The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon amid...

Damango EC office set on fire [Video]

A group of irate youth in Damango in the Savannah region have set the Electoral Commission(EC) office on fire.Joy News' Isaac Nonya reported the...