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Tensions flared in Parliament on Wednesday, November 5, as the Minority and Majority caucuses traded accusations over alleged involvement in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. The Minority caucus argued that the government’s inability to apprehend influential individuals linked to illegal mining is due to alleged involvement of figures within …

Members of Parliament are set to reconvene today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, for the Third Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament. The meeting, which marks the final parliamentary session for the year, is expected to feature the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy by …

Parliament has resumed sittings today, Tuesday, 27 May 2025, marking the commencement of the Second Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament. The resumption follows a recess observed during the Easter period, bringing Members of Parliament back to full legislative duties. With the return to business, lawmakers are …

Parliament has officially approved the Electronic Transfer Levy Repeal Bill 2025, effectively abolishing the controversial E-Levy, which previously taxed electronic financial transactions in Ghana. The E-Levy, which was initially introduced at 1.75% before being revised to 1%, imposed taxes on electronic transactions, including mobile money payments, bank transfers, and inward …

Parliament has approved the deputy ministers and a minister of state. This follows their vetting last week, with a recommendation for their approval by consensus. The approved nominee for Minister of State in charge of Public Sector Reforms is Lydia Akanvariba, who is expected to spearhead efforts to enhance efficiency …

The Minority in Parliament has refused to attend a 3-day orientation programme for Members of the House ongoing at the Volta Serene Hotel in Ho. According to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, the Minority, through a notice, protested the cost of the event hence their withdrawal. The cost of …

Parliament has approved the third batch of ministers nominated by President John Mahama following their vetting by the Appointments Committee. The approval follows the Committee’s recommendation of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Banda, Ahmed Ibrahim; MP for Krowor, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, and the Techiman North MP, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare …

Parliament has approved the first batch of ministers nominated by President John Mahama following their vetting by the Appointments Committee. The approval follows the Committee’s unanimous recommendation of Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Member of Parliament (MP) for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam and Majority Leader; John Jinapor, MP for Yapei-Kusawgu; and Dr Dominic Ayine, …

Parliament has approved the composition of its Appointments Committee, which is tasked with vetting and recommending nominees for ministerial and other key appointments.   The Committee will be chaired by the First Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, with Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah serving as Vice Chairperson.   Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, …

The 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana has officially been inaugurated, marking the commencement of a new legislative session. The historic event took place in the early hours of Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Parliament House in Accra, following the dissolution of the 8th Parliament at midnight. Alban …