Majority won’t force Ministerial approvals on us – Afenyo-Markin
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minority Leader, in Ghana’s Parliament, and Member of Parliament for Effutu Constituency in the Central region, Mr. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says he and his charges will not allow the National Democratic Congress Majority Caucus to impose its will on the approval process of President John Dramani Mahama’s ministerial nominees. He warned that […]
Parliament vets minister nominee for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh
Parliament has vetted Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Minister-designate for Health, following his nomination by President John Dramani Mahama. Watch here: More stories here
Dr Omane Boamah approved as Defence Minister
Parliament has unanimously approved Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah as the new Minister of Defence. The approval came after a thorough vetting process by an 11-member Committee on Tuesday, January 28. According to the ninth Committee report, “The Committee found the nominee competent, knowledgeable, and well-suited for his ministerial role.” This endorsement paved way for […]
LIVE: Parliament vets Sam George, Minister Designate for Communications
Parliament is currently vetting Sam George, the Minister-designate for Communication, Digital technology and Innovations, following his nomination by President John Dramani Mahama. Watch here:
Labour Minister Designate Pledges Calm, Collaborative Approach to Labour Disputes
By Valentia Tetteh The Minister-Designate for the Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has outlined his vision for addressing the persistent labour disputes and agitations that have long plagued Ghana’s labour sector. During his vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, January 30, Dr. Pelpuo emphasized the need for a calm, […]
LIVE: Parliament vets minister nominee for Environment, Murtala Muhammed
Parliament is currently vetting Murtala Muhammed, the Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, following his nomination by President John Dramani Mahama. Watch here:
Former NPP MP Gifty Klenam joins NDC
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Lower West Akim in the Eastern region, Madam Gifty Klenam, has officially joined the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), marking a major shift in Ghana’s political landscape in 2025. The Lower West Akim lawmaker publicly announced her decision on Thursday morning […]
Rashid Pelpuo: Minister-designate for Labour hails NDC’s 24-hour economy as game-changer for jobs and productivity
By: Franice Tandoh The Minister-Designate for Labour, Jobs, and Employment, Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has described the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s proposed 24-hour economy as a game-changing policy aimed at enhancing productivity, generating employment, and improving the livelihoods of Ghanaian workers. Speaking during his parliamentary vetting on Thursday, January 30, 2025, Mr Pelpuo outlined his vision […]
Parliament vets minister nominee for Employment, Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo
Parliament has vetted Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, the Minister-designate for Employment, following his nomination by President John Dramani Mahama. Watch here: More stories here
Prof Kobby Mensah appointed CEO of Ghana Tourism Development Company
By Franice Tandoh President John Dramani Mahama has named Prof. Kobby Mensah as the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Development Company Limited. Prof. Mensah, an esteemed tourism marketing expert and Associate Professor at the University of Ghana Business School, brings extensive knowledge and experience to the role. He has played a key role […]
Prof. Ransford Gyampo appointed acting CEO of Ghana Shippers Authority
By Ashiadey Dotse Professor Ransford Gyampo, a respected Political Science lecturer at the University of Ghana, has been appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority. His appointment was made by President John Dramani Mahama, replacing Kwesi Baffour Sarpong, who was appointed by the previous Akufo-Addo government in December 2024. Prof. […]
GIPC welcomes new CEO, Dr Bernice Makafui Brempong
By Kingsley Nana Buadu The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has announced the appointment of Dr. Bernice Makafui Brempong as its new Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Brempong is a results-driven professional, with a distinguished track record in business development, healthcare, and strategic partnerships. She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from the University of Ghana’s School […]
Parliament vets minister nominee for Defence, Dr. Omane Boamah
Parliament has vetted of Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, the Minister-designate for Defence, following his nomination by President John Dramani Mahama. Watch here: More stories here
The Chair Doesn’t Make You, But Your Character Does
By Jones Anlimah, a journalist. In Ghanaian politics, symbols of power often draw as much attention as the policies intended to shape the nation. Among these symbols, the presidency stands out—not just for its authority but for the stage it provides to test the optics of leadership against practical governance. In recent years, even mundane […]
