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Mahama Ayariga clarifies perceived tensions with Haruna Iddrisu

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has clarified the events surrounding the handling of former Energy Minister-nominee Boakye Agyarko during the 7th Parliament, asserting that there...

Mahama Ayariga says commitment to creating the Kusaug Region remains firm

Majority Leader and Bawku Central Member of Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to the creation of the Kusaug Region, emphasizing...

Ato Forson’s leadership boosted NDC’s 2024 chances – Ayariga

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has praised the outgoing majority leadership for their significant contributions to the National Democratic Congress' (NDC) success in the lead-up...

I focus on results, not drama – Mahama Ayariga to Afenyo-Markin

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has dismissed remarks made by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who suggested that Ayariga’s parliamentary style could impede government business.Mr. Ayariga...

Vetting Committee called upon to recommend a grassroots candidate as DCE for Adaklu

Christopher Galenkui, the Communications Officer for the Adaklu Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged the vetting committee for District Chief Executive...

Ebi Bright petitions High Court over Tema Central election results

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Tema Central, Ebi Bright, has filed a petition at the High Court challenging the election of...

Let’s use first three years to develop Ashanti region – Frank Amoakohene

The Minister nominee for the Ashanti Region, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has stated that in order to capture the region, he is advocating for the...

Commercialize high-profile funerals – Okere MP urges

The Member of Parliament for Okere, Kenneth Nana Addo, has called for the commercialization of high-profile funerals and festivals in Ghana as a means...

One of the biggest threats to Africa’s democracy today is ‘Next Meal’ – Bawumia

The former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has warned that one of the biggest threats to democracy today is what he refers...

The increasing fragility of democracy in Africa and across the world is cause for concern – Bawumia

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed concern over the growing fragility of democracy in Africa and around the world.Speaking on...

Despite the imperfections of democracy, it remains the preferred form of governance – Bawumia asserts

The former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has emphasized that despite its imperfections, democracy remains the preferred form of governance that guarantees...

My early concession in 2024 polls was for Ghana’s democracy and peace – Bawumia

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has explained that his early concession in the 2024 presidential election was made in the supreme...

I’ve never been promised an appointment – NDC’s James Annan on Effutu protest [Listen]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Effutu in both the 2020 and 2024 elections, James Kofi Annan, has distanced himself from a...

Fatima Abubakar opens up on life in opposition [Listen]

Former Information Minister, Fatima Abubakar, has said she still has a lot to hold on to despite being in opposition.According to her, she has...

Armah-Kofi Buah, 3 other ministerial nominees to face Appointments Committee today

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is scheduled to vet the Minister-Designate for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, today, January 27, 2025.The Ellembelle...

Bawumia speaks on democracy, pathway to governance, and political integrity in Nigeria today

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to deliver an address on democracy, governance, and political integrity in Nigeria.The event, which...

South Dayi MCE aspirant pledges to foster development and unity

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) aspirant for South Dayi, Mr. Kwame Courage Kokroko, has assured residents of his commitment to working collaboratively with local...

NDC Volta Regional chairman urges members to manage expectations of government

The Volta Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mawutor Agbavitor, has urged party members and executives to be measured in their expectations...

We were misled on Akufo-Addo statue unveiling – Lower Dixcove chief reveals

The Paramount Chief of Lower Dixcove, Nana Akwasi Agyeman IV, has refuted claims made by former Western Regional Minister, Kwabena Okyere Darko Mensah, suggesting...

Council of State must be abolished – Barker-Vormawor

Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has reiterated his calls for significant constitutional reforms in Ghana, including the abolition of the Council of State and...

Be patient – Frank Afriyie to Volta youth

The Member of Parliament for Afadjato South, Frank Afriyie, has called on the youth of the Volta region to remain patient and calm following...

Volta Region a victim of unfulfilled promises – Mahama

President John Mahama has vowed to end the Volta Region's cycle of neglect under his administration.He said this during his Thank-You tour in Ho.Addressing...

Shai-Osudoku NDC hails Prof. Kpessa-Whyte’s appointment to SIGA

The NDC in Shai-Osudoku has congratulated Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte on his appointment as the Acting Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA)...

Mahama to join other African Leaders for high-Level AU Institutional Reforms Retreat in Nairobi

President John Mahama has departed Ghana for Kenya, where he will join other African leaders to participate in a High-Level Retreat on African Union...

Nana Addo was just nonchalant – Franklin Cudjoe on failed galamsey fight

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has criticized former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his inadequate response to illegal mining, describing his efforts...

Parliament to vet final batch of Ministerial nominees from January 28

The Appointments Committee of Parliament will begin vetting the final batch of ministerial nominees on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.This session will focus on individuals...

Mobilising people to vandalise property over lack of appointments disappointing – Barker-Vormawor

Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has expressed concern over what he describes as the persistent practice of mobilizing individuals to attack party and public...

This is why Gender Minister-Designate was not sworn-in [Listen]

Acting Spokesperson to the President, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has clarified the circumstances surrounding the delayed arrival of Gender Minister-designate Agnes Naa Momo Lartey at...

Frank Davies commends Mahama for commitment to appointing 60 Ministers

A private legal practitioner affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Frank Davies, has commended President John Mahama for his commitment to appointing only...

Mahama must appoint more females, persons with disability – Bashiratu Kamal

Fellow at the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), Bashiratu Kamal, has called on President John Mahama to ensure greater inclusivity in his appointments by...

Mahama has been bold and decisive in his appointments – Inusah Fuseini

Former Tamale Central Member of Parliament, Inusah Fuseini, has commended President John Mahama for his ministerial and public office appointments.According to him, President Mahama...

‘I’m disappointed in Afenyo-Markin’s ‘Mahama must apologise’ comment’ – Inusah Fuseini on gov’t’s 60 Ministers commitment

Former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has expressed displeasure over recent comments by Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who called on President...

It is not your business – Nana Yaa Jantuah reacts to claims of ditching CPP after presidential appointment

Former General Secretary of the Convention People's Party (CPP), Nana Yaa Jantuah, who was recently appointed as a Presidential Staffer by President John Dramani...

Parliament is the most organised public institution in Ghana – A Plus

The Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as Kwame A Plus, has described Ghana’s Parliament as the most organized...

Parliament approves Muntaka, 4 regional ministers

Parliament has approved President John Mahama's five ministerial nominees who appeared before the Appointments Committee this week.This follows the submission of the report and...

Security service recruitment: NDC, NPP MPs had protocol for constituents – Afenyo-Markin

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, and member of the Appointments Committee, has questioned Interior Minister nominee, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, about his...

Interior Minister, 4 others approved

Parliament has approved President John Mahama's ministerial nominees who underwent vetting earlier this week.The report, submitted to the House by the Appointments Committee, recommended...

Fatima Abubakar sends important message to Eugene Boakye [Listen]

Former Minister of Information, Fatimatu Abubakar, has sent a strong message to former Member of Parliament for Subin Constituency, Eugene Boakye, over his utterances...

Why would you say NPP’s defeat was spiritual? – Fatimatu Abubakar slams Justin Kodua 

Former Minister of Information, Fatimatu Abubakar, has reacted to comments made by New Patriotic Party(NPP) General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua that their humiliating defeat...

I’ll take secrets to my grave – Muntaka [Video]

The Interior Minister-nominee, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has pledged his dedication to protecting sensitive information concerning national security.Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Friday, the...