Review Number and Names of Ministries from 23 to 19 – Patrick Apoya and Sadick Sam to Mahama
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Chairman, SkyFox Ltd and a development worker with over 20 years of experience in the management and coordination of governance and community-based health, water, sanitation and agri-business programs, Mr. Patrick Apoya and one Sadick Sam have called on President John Mahama to review the number and names of ministries further from 23 […]
Raphinha’s heroics earn Barca a win; Liverpool extend Champions League record
By: Kwame Bediako Barcelona pulled off an astonishing comeback to defeat Benfica 5-4 in a thrilling Champions League battle. Vangelis Pavlidis scored a quick-fire hat trick in the opening half-hour, leaving Barcelona’s defense reeling. Robert Lewandowski’s penalty briefly leveled the score, but Benfica regained their lead before the break. The second half saw a dramatic […]
22 Ghanaian referees receive FIFA badges for 2025 season
By Kwame Bediako Twenty-two referees have been awarded FIFA badges for the 2025 football season. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) held a brief ceremony at its headquarters in Accra on January 21, 2025, to honour these officials, who have demonstrated exceptional performance in the previous year. This recognition not only highlights their dedication but also […]
Appointments Committee vets Naa Lartey, Minister-Designate for Gender
The Appointments Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, postponed the vetting of ministerial nominees Agnes Naa Momo Lartey and Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare to Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The delay was attributed to prolonged deliberations on other nominees and additional parliamentary commitments. Naa Momo Lartey, nominated as Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, has taken her turn […]
Gen. Council of Assemblies of God, Nyankpen and Wengam families call on President Mahama
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A delegation of the General Council of Assemblies of God, Ghana, the Nyankpen and Wengam families, and Cedar Mountain Chapel have paid a courtesy visit to President John Mahama in Accra to formally inform him of the demise of Madam Deborah Wengam, mother of the General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, […]
Parliament approves Ato Forson, Dominic Ayine, and John Jinapor as Ministers
By Ashiadey Dotse Parliament has approved the first batch of ministerial nominees nominated by President John Dramani Mahama after a thorough vetting and debate process. The approved nominees are Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as Minister for Finance, Dr. Dominic Ayine as Attorney General and Minister for Justice, and John Jinapor as Minister for Energy. The […]
IGP sets up team to investigate deaths from 2020 and 2024 elections
By Ashiadey Dotse The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has formed a special team to investigate deaths linked to Ghana’s 2020 and 2024 elections. This follows a directive from President John Dramani Mahama, who called for a thorough probe into the fatalities. The investigation team, led by Chief Superintendent Joseph Nanegbe, is […]
Ahmed Ibrahim vows to revive University of Local Governance and Development initiative
By Kwame Bediako The Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has expressed commitment to advancing the establishment of the University of Local Governance and Development. This initiative, originally proposed under the previous administration, aims to address the pressing need for higher education opportunities in the country. Hon. Ibrahim, during his […]
Outgoing Commonwealth Secretary General Patricia Scotland speaks on Gender Equality and inclusive Development
By Rebecca Ekpe The Commonwealth is intensifying efforts to empower women and the youth, ensuring their increased participation in key sectors such as politics, business, and civil society. These initiatives are part of the organization’s broader strategy to promote gender equality and inclusive economic development. According to the Commonwealth, the “Say No More” campaign aimed […]
Minority, Majority leaders clash over national security and violence
Tensions flared in Ghana’s Parliament as Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin and Majority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson sparred over issues of lawlessness, political violence, and national security. During parliamentary proceedings on Tuesday, January 21, Mr. Afenyo-Markin criticised the government for its perceived silence on rising incidents of violence, including alleged thuggery that disrupted an Electoral […]
Court of Appeal upholds ruling on Adontsiri chieftaincy dispute
The Court of Appeal in Accra has upheld the ruling of the High Court, Sogakope, affirming the validity of the enstoolment of Sylvanus Chartey Kumahor, now deceased, as Togbe Adontsiri VI and Kennedy Kumahor, his successor, as Togbe Adontsiri VII. The appellate court, in its judgement delivered on December 19, 2024, dismissed a challenge brought by Wilson Kudze, who sought to nullify an earlier arbitration ruling on the matter. This […]
Kofi Adams nominated as Minister for Sports and Recreation
By Kwame Bediako The Member of Parliament for the Buem Constituency in the Oti region, Kofi Iddie Adams, has been nominated by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama to serve as the Minister-designate for Sports and Recreation. This appointment comes as part of a broader strategy to revitalise the newly rebranded Ministry of Sports and Recreation, […]
President Mahama submits third batch of Ministerial and Regional nominations
President John Dramani Mahama has submitted a new set of ministerial and regional appointments to Parliament for approval. The nominations, announced on Tuesday, 21 January 2025, are part of his ongoing efforts to assemble a robust team to drive his administration’s agenda. Puozuing Charles Lwanga has been nominated as the Regional Minister for the Upper […]
Parliament vets Ahmed Ibrahim
The Minister-Designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has taken his turn before the Appointments Committee of Parliament. Watcher here: Also scheduled to face questioning by the Appointments Committee of Parliament for their approval are Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, the Minister-Designate for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, and Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, the Minister-Designate […]
