EC hands over certified final register to parties

The Electoral Commission (EC) has presented soft copies of the final certified voters register for the December 7, 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections to political parties and independent candidates participating in the polls. The register contains the Name Reference List, which is a photo register with eligible voters’ information; the Exceptions List of individuals with […]

EC hires over 200 experts to assist in election results collation

The Electoral Commission (EC) has reaffirmed its dedication to ensuring an error-free electoral process, emphasizing its commitment to transparency and upholding public trust. This assurance is part of the EC’s efforts to maintain democratic values as Ghana heads toward the 2024 election. In a strategic move to enhance operational efficiency, the EC has recruited over […]

‘Tickle yourself and laugh’ – Joyce Bawah to NPP over claims of Bawumia’s victory in December polls

Joyce Bawah Mogtari, the Campaign Spokesperson and Special Aide to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer John Dramani Mahama, has responded sharply to claims made by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) regarding Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s potential victory in the upcoming December elections. Following statements by First Deputy Speaker of Parliament Joseph Osei Owusu, who asserted […]

Speaker cannot hold Ghana to ransom, says Martin Amidu on Supreme Court compliance

Former Attorney General Martin Amidu has strongly criticised the Speaker of Parliament for defying the Supreme Court’s authority following the October 30 decision, which dismissed the Speaker’s application to overturn an order on a recent parliamentary ruling. In a pointed article, the former Special Prosecutor emphasised that the Speaker’s actions disrupt constitutional order. “The Supreme […]

Respect for Supreme Court decisions isn’t optional – Senyo Hosi warns Speaker of potential high crime

The former CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), Senyo Hosi, has appealed to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to maintain respect for Supreme Court rulings, especially following the contentious Afenyo Markin vs. The Speaker case. In his recent open letter to the Speaker, he cautioned that disregarding a Supreme Court decision would […]

‘Man up and debate me, Mahama’ – Bawumia fires back with 50 questions

The flagbearer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has responded sharply to former President John Mahama’s latest questions about his record as Vice President. The Vice President called on Mr Mahama to engage in a direct debate instead of using “flimsy questions.” This call came in response to Mahama’s five-question challenge to Dr […]

NPP triggers Parliament recall

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Caucus in Parliament has requested the Speaker of Parliament to summon Parliament to transact urgent government business. A memorandum addressed to the Speaker, signed by the Second Deputy Majority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament (MP) for Sefwi Akontombra, Alex Tetteh Djornobuah, cited three urgent matters for consideration, including six […]