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Bagbin criticizes Appointments Committee for procedural lapses

Defence Minister-designate, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has confirmed that his tenure as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Director of IT and Elections has concluded. According...

My role as NDC’s Director of IT and Elections is over – Omane Boamah

Defence Minister-designate, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has confirmed that his tenure as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Director of IT and Elections has concluded. According...

Council of State Elections: Everything you need to know

What is the role of the Council of State? According to Article 89(1) of the 1992 Constitution, the Council of State is “to counsel the President...

Come forward with evidence – Majority Leader challenges claims of bribery in ministerial approvals

Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has called on anyone with evidence of ministerial nominees paying bribes for their approval to come forward. His challenge...

Emeafa Hardcastle has apologised to me but… – Annoh-Dompreh [Listen]

Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has revealed that the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle, apologized following their altercation. However,...

James Klutse Avedzi: A trailblazer in public service and finance

James Klutse Avedzi’s illustrious career has reached new heights with his appointment by President Mahama as the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission...

I won’t allow Emeafa Hardcastle to have her way – Annoh-Dompreh [Listen]

Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has stated that he will not allow the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle, to...

MPs engaged in galamsey will face severe consequences – Bagbin warns

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has issued a stern warning to Members of Parliament, cautioning that any legislator found engaging in illegal mining,...

Leadership should be conferred, not chased – Mahama Ayariga

The newly appointed Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has emphasized that leadership positions should be conferred by peers and not actively sought after. Speaking...

It’s exciting to be here – Mahama Ayariga on becoming Majority Leader

Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has described his new role as an exciting and fulfilling chapter in his political career. Speaking on Joy News'...

Linda Akweley Ocloo completes fastest vetting so far

The Greater Accra Regional Minister-designate, Linda Akweley Ocloo, has set a record as the first nominee to complete her vetting in the shortest possible...

Don’t deny me protocol because I’m grilling you – Afenyo-Markin to Dr. Omane Boamah

The Minority Leader in Parliament has cautioned the Defence Minister-designate against possibly denying him what he referred to as "a protocol allocation" due to...

NPP gov’t issuing mining licenses after December was disrespectful to Ghanaians – Benjamin Quashie

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Council of Elders Chairman for South Africa, Mr. Benjamin Kofi Quashie, has criticised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government...

Afenyo-Markin apologises to Omane Boamah over ‘lateness rebuke’

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has apologised to Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, the Defence Minister-designate, following a misunderstanding over his scheduled appearance for vetting. The...

Businessman attempted to pay for ministerial nominee’s approval – Mahama Ayariga reveals

The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has revealed that a businessman recently attempted to mobilize funds to support a ministerial nominee’s approval process,...

Haruna Iddrisu condemns Acting Petroleum Commission CEO for attacking MP

The Education Minister and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has criticized the actions of the Acting CEO of the Petroleum Commission,...

Annoh-Dompreh clashes with Emeafa Hardcastle over ‘micro-minority’ comment

A heated verbal exchange ensued between Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, and the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle, on...

National Economic Dialogue is good but… – Oppong Nkrumah

Ofoase-Ayirebi Member of Parliament (MP) Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has commended President John Mahama for the proposed National Economic Dialogue. Mr. Nkrumah has said such a...

Chief Biney pays last respects to partner [Photos]

A former Deputy National Organizer and Director of Special Duties for the NDC in the 2024 election, Chief Hamilton Biney laid to rest his...

Mahama’s goodwill evident in retaining Jubilee House name – Omane Boamah

The Defence Minister-designate, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for his exemplary goodwill in maintaining the name "Jubilee House" for...

John Mahama appoints Eric Adjei as Acting CEO of NEIP

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Eric Adjei as the Acting CEO of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), taking over from Kofi...

Vetting of MMDCE aspirants underway in Bono Region

The vetting process for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in the Bono Region is ongoing at the Sunyani Residency to identify qualified...

Dr. Kofi David Wuaku promises to transform Volta Region through visionary leadership

Dr. Kofi David Wuaku, a prominent economist with over two decades of experience in the banking sector and consultancy, has officially declared his candidacy...

I’m no longer the Director of IT and Elections for NDC – Omane Boamah

Ghana's Defence Minister-designate, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has addressed concerns regarding his impartiality following his appointment, particularly in relation to his previous role as...

No Ghanaian should have any fear about my impartiality – Omane Boamah

The Defence Minister-designate has reassured Ghanaians that there should be no concerns regarding his impartiality in his new role. Speaking before the Appointments Committee on...

Omane Boamah commends Gbevlo-Lartey’s appointment

The Defence Minister-designate, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has expressed his admiration for the appointment of Larry Gbevlo-Lartey as the Special Envoy to the Alliance...

I look forward to appearing before Appointments Committee – Barker-Vormawor

Activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has confirmed his readiness to appear before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Wednesday, January 29, to substantiate his allegations that the committee...

Appointments Committee summons Barker-Vormawor over bribery allegations

"The Appointments Committee of Parliament has summoned Political Activist, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, over his bribery allegations against its members. The invitation is for Mr. Barker-Vormawor to...

Okere MP condemns ORAL and Basintale’s appointment [Video]

The Member of Parliament for the Okere constituency, Daniel Nana Addo-Kenneth, has attributed the current acts of vandalism and hooliganism to the establishment of...

Grant more mining licenses but regulate them – Charles Owusu urges gov’t

An independent parliamentary candidate for the Nkoranza Constituency in the 2024 elections, Charles Owusu, has called on the government to depoliticize the fight against...

Chiefs of North Tongu praise Mahama for appointing Ablakwa as Foreign Affairs Minister

The chiefs and people of the North Tongu constituency have extended their heartfelt congratulations to President John Dramani Mahama for his resounding victory in...

Alex Segbefia, Ofosu Ampofo and Ama Pratt appointed to Veep’s office; check out full list

President John Mahama has approved the appointment of 10 people to serve in the Office of the Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang. Former Health...

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...

Allegations against EC chair don’t meet the threshold for removal – Ayikoi Otoo

Former Attorney General Ayikoi Otoo has weighed in on the petition filed by Kwame Ofosu-Appiah seeking the removal of Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Jean...

Mahama petitioned to remove Jean Mensa as EC Chair

A private citizen, Daniel Ofosu-Appiah has petitioned President John Mahama to remove Jean Mensa as the Electoral Commission(EC) boss. Additionally, Mr. Ofosu-Appiah is demanding the...

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...

Omane Boamah, 4 others face Appointments Committee today

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is scheduled to vet five of President John Mahama's ministerial nominees today, January 28. The vetting will commence at 9:00...

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...

Majority Leader affirms NDC’s unwavering stance on Anti-Gay Bill

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has reaffirmed the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) unwavering position on the Anti-Gay Bill, stating that the party’s stance has remained...