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Salaga North MP pledges to complete abandoned projects, build first SHS in Kpalbi

Member of Parliament for Salaga North, Alhaji Alhassan Mumuni, has assured his constituents of his commitment to completing all abandoned and ongoing projects left...

NPP condemns Bagbin’s suspension of MPs, calls it “dangerous and autocratic”

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly condemned the suspension of three of its Members of Parliament (MPs) by Speaker Alban Bagbin, describing his...

Recall suspended MPs, dissolve ad-hoc committee – Afenyo-Markin tells Speaker

Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on Speaker Alban Bagbin, to reverse the suspension of four MPs in connection with the chaotic...

Greater Accra Regional Minister to reintroduce Sanitation Day, award scheme 

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, has identified security and sanitation as her top priorities for the capital city.During her first meeting with the...

Nine CSOs commend suspension of MPs

Nine civil society organisations (CSOs) focused on monitoring parliamentary affairs have lauded the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin's suspension of four lawmakers over the...

ORAL Team denies spying on Afenyo-Markin’s private properties

The Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) team has dismissed claims by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin that the committee deployed drones to monitor his private...

Speaker’s suspension unconstitutional; return to Parliament – NPP tells its MPs

The New Patriotic Party(NPP) has asked its three suspended Members of Parliament(MP) to ignore the directive and attend proceedings.The General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua...

We are law-abiding – Minority

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader has stated that the party is known for its "gentlemanliness" and adherence to the law.On Thursday, during the vetting...

Vetting chaos: We’re not here to witch-hunt our colleagues – Committee

The seven-member committee probing the chaos during the vetting of ministerial nominees has assured that it is not on a witch-hunt mission.Chairman of the...

NDC MPs disrespected Speaker’s orders – Afenyo-Markin

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused the Majority caucus of disregarding Speaker Alban Bagbin's orders on the reconstitution of the Appointments Committee.The Effutu...

Committee probing vetting chaos to begin public hearings on February 5

The committee investigating the disturbances during the vetting of ministerial nominees is set to commence public hearings on Wednesday, February 5.Established by Speaker Alban...

Gabriel Kwamigah’s campaign team fights back: Smear tactics or political sabotage?

With the Volta Regional Council of State elections approaching, political tensions are mounting as allegations surface against one of the leading aspirants, Mr. Gabriel...

Afenyo-Markin alleges bullying and intimidation against NPP MPs

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has expressed concerns about the safety of New Patriotic Party (NPP) MPs, alleging that the National Democratic...

Some NDC Krachi West executives allege bias in MMDCE vetting

Some aggrieved constituency executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Krachi West constituency of the Oti Region have called for an immediate...

How MP allegedly squeezed Dafeamekpor’s balls during vetting chaos [Listen]

Akim Oda Member of Parliament (MP) Alexander Akwasi Acquah has detailed how South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson Nelson-Dafeamekpor was allegedly assaulted during...

Afenyo-Markin accuses NDC majority of disregarding Speaker’s directive

The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused the NDC Majority in Parliament of disregarding the Speaker’s directive during recent proceedings.Speaking to the press on...

Minority Leader and Majority Leader pursue talks with Speaker over suspension of MPs

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has disclosed that he and Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga have been pursuing the Speaker of Parliament for talks over his...

Afenyo-Markin allowed his emotions to get the better of him – Inusah Fuseini

Former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has criticised Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament and MP for Effutu, for letting...

Arrest MPs responsible for vetting chaos – Gyampo to Dampare

The acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), Ransford Gyampo, has unequivocally demanded that the Inspector General of Police, Dr....

They begged us not to scrutinise her – Afenyo-Markin on Linda Ocloo’s quick vetting

Minority Leader and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has revealed that government officials personally pleaded with the Minority to refrain from...

PNP demands Ablakwa’s removal from Ministerial and ORAL roles

The People’s National Party (PNP) has petitioned President John Mahama, demanding the removal of North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, as Chairman of the...

I saw Asiedu Nketia’s son, Okyere Baafi, and others; why target 4? – Deputy Minority MP asks Speaker

Deputy Minority Leader, Patricia Appiagyei has raised concerns over the suspension of only four Members of Parliament(MPs) following the chaos at the Appointments Committee...

Sam George consoles Dafeamekpor amid suspension

Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament (MP), Sam George, has expressed his unwavering support for his colleague, South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson...

Speaker did the right thing – Franklin Cudjoe on suspension of four MPs

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has said that Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, did the right thing by suspending four Members of Parliament...

Appointments Committee would have been boring without Afenyo-Markin – Franklin Cudjoe

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has said that the Appointments Committee would have been boring if Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin was not part...

If I did what Bagbin did to Kufuor, they wouldn’t survive – Afenyo-Markin to critics

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has hit back at critics, arguing that his leadership is under attack because of his effectiveness in...

I’m appalled by Afenyo-Markin’s behaviour towards clerk – Sam George

The Minister-nominee for Communications, Samuel George, has condemned what he describes as "despicable behavior" by the Ranking Member of the Appointment Committee, Alexander Afenyo-Markin,...

I never felt targeted, it’s part of the game – Afenyo-Markin on his role as Minority Leader

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has brushed aside claims that he has been under undue attack in his leadership role, asserting that...

I will make mistakes, but… – Afenyo-Markin

Newly appointed Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has admitted that leading in Parliament comes with significant challenges, emphasizing the importance of consultation, learning, and faith...

We will prioritise fact-based communication over deception – Kwakye Ofosu

Minister of State-designate for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has pledged to uphold transparency and integrity in his role, vowing to combat misinformation while...

I am a very patient man – Afenyo-Markin [Video]

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin says he is a patient and composed individual. According to him, he hardly ever gets irritated; however, he does react...

I’m not surprised the public is unhappy with our actions – Minority Leader

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has acknowledged public dissatisfaction with the recent chaotic events in Parliament.According to him, it is natural for citizens to condemn...

I believe in prayer to succeed – Afenyo-Markin on his role as Minority Leader

Days into his tenure as the Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has opened up about the challenges of his new role, emphasizing that...

Ablakwa’s ORAL team used drones to spy on my properties – Afenyo-Markin

Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) team—led by Foreign Affairs Minister‑nominee Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa—of flying drones over his...

Speaker is justified in his anger but standing orders must be followed – Oppong Nkrumah

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has reiterated the importance of following parliamentary procedures in addressing disciplinary matters within the...

Suspended MPs: Let Majority, Minority leaders meet Speaker to resolve the issue – Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

Former Majority Leader of the 8th Parliament, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has advised the Majority and Minority leaders in the House to meet with the Speaker...

Speaker should have suspended Mustapha Ussif, Okyere Baafi – Bia East MP

The Second Majority Chief Whip and Bia East MP, Richard Acheampong has lauded Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin for suspending some four lawmakers for...

Bishop Sam Owusu’s prophecy about Asiedu Nketia as future President [Watch]

Founder and leader of Pottersville Church International, Ambassador Bishop Sam Owusu, has made a bold prophecy, claiming that Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the National Chairman...

Chaos in Parliament: The Suspension of MPs and its Implications

In a dramatic turn of events, four Members of Parliament (MPs) in Ghana were suspended for two weeks following a chaotic incident during the...

Speaker lacks authority to suspend MPs- Osei kyei-Mensa-Bonsu

Former Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has questioned the Speaker of Parliament’s authority to suspend Members of Parliament (MPs), arguing that neither the Standing Orders...