Minority leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has taken full responsibility for the chaos that erupted during the vetting of some ministerial nominees last week. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on February 4, 2025, Afenyo-Markin acknowledged the disruptions which caused concern among the general public. The Effutu MP pleaded with Speaker Alban Bagbin to reconsider his decision […]
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has lifted the suspension of four Members of Parliament following a bi-partisan appeal from both the Majority and Minority caucuses. The suspension was initially imposed after chaotic scenes erupted during the vetting of ministerial nominees, prompting the Speaker to take disciplinary action. But speaking on the floor today, the Speaker […]
President John Dramani Mahama attended Sunday worship at the Cedar Mountain Chapel of Assemblies of God, East Legon, Accra, where he was received by Reverend Stephen Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana. Addressing the congregation, President Mahama expressed his desire for God to use him as an instrument to change the fortunes of the […]
The Minister-designate for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has called for a thoughtful and phased approach to addressing key environmental challenges during his appearance before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, January 30. The nominee touched on critical issues such as plastic waste management, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and securing climate funding, offering […]
President John Dramani Mahama has declared that no member of his government is allowed to engage in any form of small-scale mining or illegal mining popularly known as galamsey, warning that violators will face severe consequences. Addressing concerns about illegal mining and environmental degradation, he stressed the government’s commitment to safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources. “No […]
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a government policy to ban the issuance of mining leases in all forest reserves as part of efforts to protect the country’s natural environment from destruction. Speaking at the swearing-in of the 3rd batch of ministers on Thursday, January 30, he noted that the government would also move swiftly […]
Activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has denied claims of ever being affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), asserting that he has always been a committed member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP). Appearing before the committee, on Wednesday, January 29, Barker-Vormawor sought to put to rest the speculation surrounding his political alignment, stressing that his loyalty […]
The Minority caucus in Parliament has condemned the acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission, Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle, for what they describe as “egregious contempt” against the leadership of Parliament. In a press statement issued on Wednesday, 29th January, the caucus described Ms Hardcastle’s actions on Tuesday, 28th January 2025, as one of the […]
Mexico denied a U.S. military plane access to land Thursday, at least temporarily frustrating the Trump administration’s plans to deport immigrants to the country, according to two U.S. defense officials and a third person familiar with the situation. Two Guatemala-bound Air Force C-17s, carrying about 80 people apiece, flew deportees out of the U.S. Thursday […]
Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has expressed concern over what he describes as the persistent practice of mobilising individuals to attack party and public offices in response to dissatisfaction with political appointments. He criticised politicians for allowing such actions to continue, emphasising that these destructive behaviours are often organised and supported by influential figures behind […]
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has attributed its humiliating defeat in the December 2024 general elections to what it describes as a spiritual influence. According to the party’s General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, there were inexplicable occurrences on the day of the election that suggest a spiritual dimension to the outcome. Mr Kodua highlighted the […]
Former Auditor General of Ghana, Daniel Yaw Domelevo, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for insisting that his appointees declare their assets. He said, however, that the requirement should have been fulfilled before they were sworn into office. Domelevo made this assertion during an interview on Joy FM’s *Super Morning Show* on Thursday, January 23, […]
