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I won’t contest Dome Kwabenya seat again; only my father can change my mind – Adwoa Safo

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Dome Kwabenya, Adwoa Safo, has revealed that she has no interest in contesting the parliamentary...

Adwoa Safo to face NPP disciplinary committee

The  New Patriotic Party (NPP) has referred its former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament (MP), Sarah Adwoa Safo, to the disciplinary committee for violating party...

“Lord, please forgive us all” – Kow Essuman on Ablakwa’s silence on Mahama’s use of Dzata Airlines

Legal practitioner Kow Essuman has criticized Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa for his silence regarding former President John Mahama's continued use of Dzata...

I would always love to work with Bawumia  – Miracles Aboagye [Audio]

The Communications Director of the 2024 Bawumia campaign, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has expressed his unwavering commitment to working with the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP)...

We must take decisive action now – Jinapor warns of galamsey threat

Former Lands Minister Samuel Abdulai Jinapor has called for a pre-laying procedure on the amendment concerning mining in forest reserves, stressing the need for...

Galamsey: Debate over L.I. 2462 stalls in Parliament amidst Minority objections

A heated debate erupted in Parliament today over the proposed Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2462, which seeks to revoke the President’s authority to grant permission...

NDC gov’t spending more due to strong economy we left behind – Gideon Boako

Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr. Gideon Boako, has attributed the increased expenditure of the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) government to the...

Ghana’s economic growth now fueled by digitalisation; let’s commend Bawumia – Gideon Boako

Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr. Gideon Boako, has highlighted the transformative impact of digitalisation on Ghana’s economy, calling for recognition of former...

2025 Budget: Debate must reflect Ghanaians’ plight – Gideon Boako

Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr. Gideon Boako, has urged his colleagues in Parliament to approach the debate on the 2025 budget with...

I was the one – Adwoa Safo clears the air on impersonation in parliament [Video]

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has addressed the controversy surrounding her presence in Parliament during the 2022 budget vote.This was...

Ablakwa commends India for peaceful 2024 election

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, has praised India for successfully conducting a peaceful and transparent election in 2024. Speaking during his visit...

Was I the only one in US even if the private jet came? – Adwoa Safo asks NPP leadership  

Former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament (MP), Sarah Adwoa Safo, has addressed the claims that she was flown from the United States (US) on a...

India’s support for African Union’s G20 membership commendable – Ablakwa

Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has lauded India’s decision to advocate for the African Union's (AU) membership in the G20, calling...

I was surprised – Adwoa Safo reflects on her Deputy Majority Leader role in parliament [Listen]

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has shared her surprise and gratitude over her appointment as the Deputy Majority Leader in...

I couldn’t go against my church and my conviction – Adwoa Safo on E-Levy [Video]

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has declared that she has no regrets about her decision to abstain from voting on...

My father’s name paved the way for my political journey – Adwoa Safo [Video]

Former Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has acknowledged the role of her father, Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo, in her political...

Why national security operatives attempted to arrest Akwatia MP – Interior Minister reveals

Interior Minister, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has defended the attempted arrest of Akwatia Member of Parliament (MP), Ernest Yaw Kumi, by national security operatives. Mr. Mubarak...

‘We are not safe’ – Speaker Bagbin complains about porous security in Parliament

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has raised urgent concerns about security within the parliamentary enclave, stating that the safety of both members and...

Afenyo-Markin proposes MPs’ hospital and a new parliamentary chamber, Ayariga opposes

A proposal by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for the establishment of a dedicated hospital for Members of Parliament (MPs) and the construction of a...

Bawumia donates GH¢100K to injured NPP polling station officer

The 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has donated GH¢100,000 to Bernard Mensah, a polling station officer in Mampoma, Twifo...

I want to see it and believe it – Minister on politicians’ role in galamsey [Listen]

The Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has stated that she cannot confirm whether politicians and politically exposed persons are making the fight...

Mahama is setting a dangerous precedent with mass dismissals – Centre for Democratic Movement

The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has called on President John Dramani Mahama to halt his government's "reckless" mass dismissal of public workers. Since his...

Did Bawumia join any of Akufo-Addo’s budget debates? – Adongo questions Minority

The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, has rejected the Minority's call for Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang to participate in Parliament's...

Finance Minister presents 8 bills to Parliament to abolish E-levy, betting tax and others

The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson on Thursday, March 13, presented eight bills to Parliament aimed at abolishing several taxes, including the Electronic...

Full text: Minority speaks on 2025 budget

The Minority in Parliament has formally reacted to the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy presented by the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson...

Electricity tariffs to be adjusted every three months – Oppong Nkrumah

Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has disclosed that electricity tariffs in Ghana will now be reviewed every three...

Destiny has brought me this far – Finance Minister Ato Forson

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has reflected on his unexpected rise to his current position, attributing his political journey to destiny and perseverance. He...

Mahama is running a bloated gov’t expenditure than Akufo-Addo – Dr. Gideon Boako

Dr. Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee and MP for Tano North, has accused President John Dramani Mahama’s administration of overspending...

Prove where you’ve cut costs in your budget – Oppong Nkrumah challenges govt [Watch]

Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi and former Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has slammed the Mahama government for failing to cut...

Convert teacher allowances into loans – Franklin Cudjoe tells gov’t [Audio]

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has expressed concerns over the government’s decision to allocate funds for teacher trainee allowances in the 2025 budget.He...

2025 Budget Presentation: You’ve made me proud – John Jinapor to Ato Forson

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has commended Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson for his presentation of the 2025...

Betting tax was never implemented under NPP – Former Finance Minister

Former Finance Minister Amin Adam has dismissed claims that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration implemented the 10% tax on sports betting winnings. His response...

Exclusive PHOTOS from the 2025 Budget Presentation

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, presented the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament. This marks the first...

We are not in a shouting battle – Speaker tells Afenyo-Markin [Watch]

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has reprimanded Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin during a parliamentary session, stressing that discussions in the House should not be...

2025 Budget: Mahama has chosen the path to reform the economy – Ato Forson

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has affirmed that President John Dramani Mahama is committed to a path of reform and transformation to revitalize...

24-hour economy policy to be presented to Parliament – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the government will soon present its proposed 24-hour economy policy to Parliament. Speaking on Tuesday, March...

2025 budget: I expect the removal of all promised taxes – Miracles Aboagye [Watch]

Dennis Miracle Aboagye, former Communications Director of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's campaign for the 2024 elections, has vowed that the opposition will relentlessly ensure that...

Prof. Gyampo actively lobbied for his appointment – Miracles Aboagye alleges [Video]

The Director of Communication for the 2024 Bawumia Campaign Team, Miracles Aboagye, says he is not surprised by the appointment of Professor Ransford Gyampo...

I am sorry – Miracles Aboagye apologizes for NPP’s election loss [Listen]

The Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has personally apologized to every member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP)...

I have no interest in any executive position in NPP – Miracles Aboagye [Watch]

The Director of Communications for the 2024 Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has clarified that he has no interest in any executive position...