POLITICS

The Eastern Region branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has released its shortlist of candidates for the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) positions. This development is a significant step towards the appointment of new leaders for the region’s various metropolitan, municipal, and district assemblies.   The shortlisted …

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) UK Swindon Chapter Secretary, Roberta Baaba Pobee, has called for a renewed focus on unity as the party prepares for the journey toward the 2028 general elections. Pobee emphasized that the foundation for success in 2028 must be built on a strong, united, and inclusive …

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has announced the appointment of Dr Bernice Makafui Brempong as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 29, 2025. She succeeds Yofi Grant, who served in the role until December 30, 2024. GIPC in a statement released on Wednesday, January 29 noted that Dr …

Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has formally raised a complaint in Parliament, seeking disciplinary action against Victoria Emerfa Hardcastle, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission. This followed what the MP described as a humiliating verbal assault he suffered from her. The MP, who is also …

Below are the major news headlines captured on the front pages of the various newspapers in Ghana today.     The Daily Searchlight             Daily Graphic           Republic Press           Daily Analyst           …

A heated verbal exchange erupted between Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh Dompreh, and the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle. It occurred during a break in the Parliamentary Appointments Committee proceedings on Tuesday, January 28. Although the exact trigger of the confrontation remains unclear, reports suggest …

Social Activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has been summoned to appear before Parliament’s Appointments Committee to substantiate allegations that the committee has been demanding money from ministerial nominees in exchange for their approval. The development follows claims made by the activist, which have been strongly refuted by the committee.       …

President John Dramani Mahama has approved a new team of individuals appointed to key positions within the Office of the Vice President, in furtherance of the government’s “Resetting Ghana” agenda. The newly appointed officials come from varied backgrounds, including policy, administration, and the private sector. Among the appointees is Alex …

President John Mahama has been petitioned to remove the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Jean Mensa. The petition filed on January 27, also wants Deputy EC Chairs, Samuel Tetteh and Dr Bossman Eric Asare and EC member, Dr Peter Appiahene out of office as well. The grounds for this petition include …

The major news headlines captured on the front pages of Ghana’s newspapers today are listed below.   The Daily Searchlight                 Daily Graphic         The Chronicles       The Ghanaian Times                The …