POLITICS

President-Elect John Dramani Mahama has unveiled a six-member team to manage and oversee national security matters pending substantive appointments to key positions. The team, to be led by former Minister for the Interior, Prosper Douglas Bani, will assume its responsibilities starting Tuesday, January 7, 2025, according to a statement issued …

During President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Friday, January 3, 2025, a concerning incident occurred when one of the President’s personal bodyguards, Colonel Isaac Amponsah, collapsed while standing guard in the chamber. The collapse occurred shortly after President Akufo-Addo began delivering his …

Who are Ghana’s first-time MPs with big wins in the 9th parliament?   In a democracy as dynamic as Ghana’s, parliamentary elections are often a test of leadership renewal and political evolution. The 2024 parliamentary elections saw the emergence of a new wave of first-time Members of Parliament (MPs) who …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is scheduled to present his final State of the Nation Address to Parliament on Friday, January 3, 2025, prior to the dissolution of the 8th Parliament. This address, as stipulated by Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, serves as the President’s concluding report on the …

The Koforidua High Court in the Eastern Region has granted an interim injunction against the swearing-in of Ernest Kumi as the Member of Parliament-elect for the Akwatia constituency. Mr Kumi was declared the winner by the Electoral Commission (EC) three weeks ago, following a dispute between the two main contesting …

The National Council of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially confirmed its leadership structure for the 9th Parliament, signaling the party’s strategy to manage legislative affairs in the upcoming session. The newly appointed leadership lineup includes: Alexander Afenyo-Markin as Minority Leader. Patricia Apiagyei as Deputy Minority Leader. Frank Annoh-Dompreh …

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has recently announced the expulsion of former Member of Parliament Cynthia Morrison and 279 other members, citing Article 3(9)(1) of its 2017 Constitution (as amended)—a clause that authorises the removal of individuals who fail to uphold the party’s principles and loyalty. While a party’s adherence …

As the clock struck midnight, ushering in a brand-new year, the Vice Chairman of the New Patriotic Party for the Atwima Nwabiagya South,  Mr John Kwame Duodu widely recognized as Sir John as Sir John shared a heartfelt New Year’s message with Ghanaians.   In his message, Sir John who …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially announced Faustina Akurugu Elikplim, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate, as the duly elected Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome Kwabenya. This declaration comes after prolonged disputes between the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the NDC over the constituency’s election results. In an …

Some Ghanaians who have excelled in their various fields of national endeavour over the years are receiving national honours today. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is presenting the awards to them for their meritorious services, hard work, sacrifices and contribution to national development. Among the award winners are Vice President …