Political parties urged to develop effective strategies for implementing manifestoes in office
By Rachel Kakraba and Mabel Awagah The Network for Women’s Rights (NETRIGHT), Ghana, has urged political parties to establish effective frameworks and strategies for implementing their manifestoes when elected into power. It also recommends that manifestoes include clear timelines for implementation to enhance accountability to citizens. This call was made during a stakeholders’ forum on […]
Samuel Jinapor denies calling Zanetor Rawlings ‘Daughter of a Murderer’
By Sarah Baafi The member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has denied allegations that he referred to Dr Zanetor Rawlings as the “daughter of a murderer” during a parliamentary session. The remark came while the Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin was addressing the house on the 60th anniversary of Joseph Boakye Danquah’s death. Tensions […]
Sheikh Shaibu calls for Hajj reforms amidst price reduction
By Belinda Nketia The cost of performing Hajj in Ghana has been reduced from 75,000 Cedis in 2024 to 62,000 Cedis in 2025 as announced across various news portals. While many prospective pilgrims have welcomed this decrease, concerns about the organization and accountability of Hajj operations in Ghana remain questionable as posited by Sheikh Armiyawo […]
Ghana Premier League’s immediate return in limbo – Henry Asante Twum
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Premier League faces an uncertain future following its recent suspension, as announced by Henry Asante Twum, the Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA). The league was halted earlier this week after a violent incident during the matchday 19 clash between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko at the Nana […]
Minority kicks against Dr Johnson Asiama’s appointment as Bank of Ghana Governor
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minority caucus in Parliament has strongly criticised the appointment of Dr Johnson Asiama as Governor of the Bank of Ghana, warning it could damage the country’s international reputation. Raising concerns over Dr Asiama’s past legal troubles, they argued that his appointment by President John Mahama casts doubt over the integrity of […]
Flow Delly calls for urgent support for Ghana’s music industry
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Flow Delly, who previously managed award-winning rapper Medikal, has called for increased investment and structured support to help Ghana’s music industry thrive. Speaking passionately about the challenges plaguing the music industry, in an interview with the media, Mr. Delly appealed to stakeholders in the sector as well as the government to urgently […]
Trump proposes U.S. control of Gaza, sparking outrage and Saudi rejection
President Donald Trump unveiled a controversial proposal for the United States to take control of the Gaza Strip during a press conference at the White House on February 5, 2025. President Trump described it as a plan to transform the area into “the Riviera of the Middle East.” This announcement followed discussions with Israeli Prime […]
‘Many great leaders fear the camera and struggle to communicate’ – Mahama Ayariga
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Majority leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga has commented on the recent vetting of the Greater Accra Regional Minister-designate, Linda Obenewaa Ocloo Akweley, stating that most people are effective leaders who excel behind the scenes, but struggle with communication when being put in the spotlight. In an interview on February 5, 2025, […]
Minority Leader should be held accountable for agreeing to be lobbied- Mahama Ayariga
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga has responded to questions about the brief vetting of the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, which lasted only six minutes saying that, the minority leader, Afenyo Markin has compromised standards by agreeing to be lobbied and must be held accountable. According to Ayariga, he […]
Mahama Ayariga: ‘Our members are targets of political opponents’
By: Sarah Baafi The Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has addressed the intense scrutiny faced by members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), particularly focusing on ministers-designate Samuel Nartey George and Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. In an interview on GTV’s breakfast show with Kafui Dey on February 5, 2025, Ayariga asserted that the criticisms directed at these […]
BoG First Deputy Governor proceeds on leave
The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Maxwell Opoku-Afari, has proceeded on leave from February 5, 2025, prior to the end of his contract. A statement issued by the Communications Department of the Central Bank and copied to the Ghana News Agency on February 4, said the decision had been approved […]
US Postal Service stops accepting parcels from China and Hong Kong
The US Postal Service (USPS) says it has stopped accepting parcels from mainland China and Hong Kong until further notice. Letters will not be affected by the suspension, according to a statement on the company’s website. USPS did not offer a reason for the decision but it comes after US President Donald Trump imposed an […]
Kofi Kapito reacts to Minority Leader’s apology over “Partisan Clerk” comment
By Ashiadey Dotse CEO of the Consumer Protection Agency, Kofi Kapito has shared his views on the recent apology rendered by the Minority Leader, in Parliament, Afenyo Markin for calling the Clerk of Parliament, Mrs. Gifty Gobah, a “partisan clerk.” Speaking on the matter on GTV breakfast on 5th January, 2025 with Thelma Tackie, Mr. […]
Football Clash: Nsoatreman FC owner Baffour-Awuah granted bail
By Kwame Bediako Former Labour Minister and owner of Nsoatreman FC, Ignatius Baffour-Awuah has been granted bail set at GHC 500,000 with two sureties after his arrest in connection with a violent clash during a football match that left one person dead. Mr. Awuah, alongside fellow suspect Joseph Kyeremeh, is required to appear at the […]
