ELECTIONS BOX

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Awutu Senya East, Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, has filed a writ at the High Court of Ghana, Human Rights Division, against the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, the Attorney General, and the Kasoa Regional Commander. The applicant is …

The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has slammed his opponents over comments on the credit score system he proposed if elected as president. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, emphasised the need for a functional individualized credit scoring system, backed by a digital identity and address for all …

The family of the late president, Prof. John Evans Atta Mills, has expressed anger at the National Democratic Congress over what they perceive as unfair treatment during the 12th anniversary wreath-laying ceremony of their relative at the Asomdwee Park. Expressing their dissatisfaction, some members of the family alleged that they …

In preparation for the upcoming parliamentary filing, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has established a nine-member committee to ensure that all parliamentary candidates comply with the necessary Electoral Commission (EC) requirements for filing nominations. This move is part of the party’s efforts to maintain rigorous standards and ensure a smooth …

Recent allegations of voter registration irregularities in Ghana’s Hohoe constituency have escalated into a legal battle, with two separate appeals filed in the High Court in Hohoe. The appeals, lodged by Prosper Kumi and Newton Y. Darkey, challenge a decision made by the District Registration Review Committee on 18 May …

As the Communications Director for NPP UK, I have had the distinct honour of meeting many distinguished personalities within our party. However, my recent encounter with Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, fondly known as NAPO, stands out as a particularly humbling experience. As our Vice-Presidential candidate, NAPO’s demeanour and approachability left …

The Conventions People’s Party (CPP) has opened nominations for the election of its presidential candidate for the 2024 general elections. In a statement issued on Monday, the party indicated that aspirants can pick up nomination forms from Wednesday, July 24 to Friday, August 2, 2024. The aspirants are directed to …

The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has responded to accusations from Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Soale Jewu Soale, the King of the Gonja kingdom, regarding a ban preventing him from entering all palaces within the Gonja kingdom. The King had also alleged …

Paramount chief of the Gonjaland, Yagbonwura Building-Kunuto Soale Jewu, has issued a decree banning Lands  Minister, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor from entering all palaces within the Gonja kingdom. This decision was announced following what the Yagbonwura described as a breach of tradition and respect. This comes after the traditional leaders in …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Abdulai Jinapor, has rubbished some comments attributed to him alleging that the NDC will not reduce fuel prices if they come to power. According to Mr. Jinapor, these comments are false, baseless, and do not represent the facts. “On …