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NPP officially opens nomination for Manhyia South parliamentary primary

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened nominations for a parliamentary primary ahead of an expected by-election in the Manhyia South constituency. This follows the...

Cocoa yields were low under NDC due to bad farming practices – Boahen Aidoo

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahen Aidoo has attributed low cocoa yields under the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to...

I’ll set up a commission to probe ‘looting’ of Ga lands – Mahama

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has pledged to set up a commission of enquiry to investigate what he describes as...

We must work to protect Ghana’s democracy – Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo says the three arms of government must work hard to consolidate democratic development in Ghana. The President insists that, Ghanaians must also not...

I won’t condone harassment of journalists – Mahama [Video]

Former President John Dramani Mahama has strongly condemned the harassment of journalists and has vowed to protect press freedom if he is elected in...

One million women to benefit from National Women Bank initiative – Mahama

The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to establish a National Women’s Bank that will benefit one...

Full text: Mahama’s speech at media encounter

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama on Sunday addressed journalists in Accra. FIND BELOW HIS FULL STATEMENT Opening Remarks M A H...

Mahama slams Covid Levy, vows to eliminate unnecessary taxes [Video]

Former President John Dramani Mahama has voiced his concerns regarding the current tax policies in Ghana, attributing the economic challenges to the government's actions...

Vehicles destroyed in NPP office attack, Police launch search for perpetrators

The Ghana Police Service has initiated a manhunt to arrest a group of individuals responsible for attacking and destroying properties, including two vehicles, at...

#Galamsey: Mining in forest reserves will be banned – Mahama [Video]

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Mahama, says that if elected into office, he will amend the law to end the cycle...

Every penny wasted will be recovered – Mahama on National Cathedral [Video]

Former President John Mahama has vowed to recover any public funds misused in the construction of the National Cathedral if he returns to office. Speaking...

Mahama slams Akufo-Addo for silence on 2020 Election deaths, promises compensation for families [Video]

Former President John Mahama has criticized President Akufo-Addo for his silence on the deaths of eight citizens during the 2020 elections, pledging to provide...

I’m not against Free SHS – Mahama [Video]

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has affirmed that his government is not opposed to the proposed Free Senior High...

Mahama vows to stop appointees from buying state property [Video]

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama reacted to the recent protests by Kenyan youth, drawing attention to the urgent need for responsive leadership as...

My administration will ensure fiscal discipline to address exchange rate issues – Mahama [Video]

The flagbearer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has recommended ways to address the challenges regarding the country's exchange rates. According to John Mahama, the...

No actor in NPP’s corruption enterprise will be spared – Mahama [Video]

Former President John Mahama is chastising the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) over what he describes as an unprecedented level of corruption. According to him,...

Mahama to set up office to scrutinize procurement above $5m [Video]

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Mahama, says he will establish an office to scrutinize government procurement processes exceeding $5 million if...

Livestream: Mahama engages press ahead of 2024 election

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama is holding a conversation with media practitioners at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel. This event is...

We have reduced our democracy to ‘moneycracy’ – Haruna Iddrisu

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed worry over how politics and the concept of democracy in Ghana have...

There’s growing despair and desperation in Ghana – Arthur Kennedy warns politicians

A political activist and physician, Dr Arthur Kennedy, has warned public officials of potential unrest due to the growing despair and desperation among Ghanaians. Speaking...

You’ll be given fair hearing – NDC to suspended Assin Central Secretary

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has said suspended Assin Central Secretary, Sadique Broni Yeboah will be allowed to appear before a disciplinary committee. According to...

2024 election: Koku Anyidoho reacts to Bawumia-NAPO ticket

Founder of the Atta Mills Institute, Koku Anyidoho has commended New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and his running mate, Dr Matthew...

Election 2024: Acknowledge NAPO’s flaws – Arthur Kennedy to supporters

A political activist, Dr Arthur Kennedy, has asked supporters of the Energy Minister, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the running mate to the New Patriotic...

Kofi Bentil downplays ‘arrogant’ tag, says Napo’s running mate selection is spot on

Kofi Bentil, the Senior Vice President of IMANI-Africa, has praised Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's choice of Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as "Napo," as...

NAPO isn’t arrogant; we’ll defend that tag – Egyapa Mercer

Tourism Minister, Andrew Egyapa Mercer has stated that Matthew Opoku Prempeh, commonly known as "Napo", the running mate of New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer,...

Check out the faces of aspirants battling for Manhyia South seat

Six people including Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, the brother of Manhyia South MP, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh have expressed the desire to succeed him...

NAPO’s selection as Bawumia’s running mate amounts to nothing – Suhuyini

Tamale North the Member of Parliament (MP) Alhassan Suhuyini has said the selection of Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as NAPO, as the...

For what advantage will NPP pack the court? – Atta Akyea asks NDC 

Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South MP, Samuel Atta Akyea has criticised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over claims that President Akufo-Addo is packing...

2024 election: NDC appoints Ashanti region campaign team

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region has set up its campaign team for the 2024 general election. The team was instituted after...

Kwasi Obeng-Fosu backs Akosua Manu to win Adentan seat

A defeated aspirant in the recent New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primary in the Adentan constituency, Kwasi Obeng-Fosu, also known as Homeboy Baba Tauffic...

Suspended Assin Central NDC Secretary threatens legal action

The suspended National Democratic Congress (NDC) Assin Central Secretary, Sadique Broni Yeboah, has given the party three days to rescind the decision. Mr Broni through...

Election 2024 will be peaceful and transparent – Godfred Dame assures US

Ghana’s Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has assured the United States of America and the international community of the Ghanaian government's commitment to ensuring...

NPP sets date for Manhyia South primary

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced timelines for a parliamentary primary in the Manhyia South Constituency of the Ashanti region. A statement issued by...

Manhyia South: Posters of NAPO’s brother pop up as parliamentary aspirant 

Posters of Nana Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, said to be the biological brother of Manhyia South MP, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh have popped up, announcing...

Deliberately under-resourcing NCCE benefits politicians – KNUST Professor

Professor Adu Gyamfi, a Political Historian at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), has said successive governments have deliberately underfunded the...

Minority blocks request to expedite Herbert Krapa’s approval

The Minority in Parliament has blocked a request by the Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin to expedite the vetting and approval of the Minister of...

NPP will struggle to project Opoku Prempeh to floating voters in 6 months – Political Scientist

The Head of the Political Science Department at the University of Ghana, Prof Alidu Seidu says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will struggle to...

FSHS Bill: We cannot discuss the bill any further until… – Clement Apaak

Deputy Ranking Member on the Education Committee of Parliament, Clement Abass Apaak, has challenged the Minister of Education and the Majority Leader to clarify...

NLA Good Causes moves to the aide of ABUGISS

The Director-General for the NLA, Mr. Sammi Awuku led a team of NLA staff to hand over a 12 ultra-modern WC facilities to Aburi...

Keep NAPO’s public speeches scripted – Prof Adu Gyamfi warns NPP

A political historian at the Political Science Department at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Professor Samuel Adu Gyamfi has advised...