As Ghana approaches the December 7, general elections, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) has issued a communique calling for all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and fair electoral process. The Bishops placed particular emphasis on the role of the Electoral Commission (EC), stating, “It is crucial that the Commission ensures that all electoral processes […]
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‘Mahama is not a drunkard’ – NDC demands retraction and apology from MP Atta Akyea
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has condemned claims by the Abuakwa South MP, Samuel Atta Akyea, labelling its flagbearer, John Mahama, as a “drunkard.” During a mini-rally on August 27, 2024, Atta Akyea made comments suggesting that Mr. Mahama was an alcoholic, sparking outrage from the NDC. In a statement issued on Thursday, August […]
Voters register exhibition intended to fix errors – EC replies NDC
The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana says the exhibition of the provisional voters register (PVR) is a crucial step in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the electoral process. In a statement posted on social media on Thursday, the EC explained that the primary purpose of the exhibition exercise was to correct any errors or […]
NDC alleges ‘defective’ voters register; calls for forensic audit and parliamentary probe
The Director of Elections for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has raised concerns about the credibility of the Electoral Commission’s (EC) voters’ register ahead of the upcoming December 7 elections. Dr Edward Omane Boamah in a Facebook post claims that the current register is “unfit for purpose” and calls for a forensic audit or thorough […]
UTAG objects to Mahama’s wholesale payment of academic fees for Level 100 students
The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has raised objections to the NDC’s John Dramani Mahama’s pledge to pay academic facility user fees for all level 100 students if elected into power. With over forty-five thousand eligible students unable to gain university admission each year, primarily due to financial constraints, the NDC aims to boost […]
NDC suspends Central Regional chairman over ‘unlawful’ withdrawal of Assin Central Parliamentary aspirant
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has suspended its Central Regional Chairman from office for a period of one month for an unlawful conduct. Prof Richard Kofi Asiedu has therefore been directed to immediately handover any party property in his custody to the regional Vice Chairman, Ekow Okyere Panyin Eduamoah and to desist from holding […]
NDC won’t depend on court for victory – Fifi Kwetey
The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has said the party will not depend on the courts to achieve victory in the 2024 general election. He stated that the party would marshall all competencies of loyal members, with properly trained polling agents who would not yield to bribery or corruption […]
NDC ‘case no atɔ nsuo mu’ – Godfred Dame at town hall meeting in UK
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame was at a town hall meeting with some Ghanaian residents in the United Kingdom (UK) where he addressed some issues in relation to the allegation that he has misconducted himself in relation to the ambulance trial involving the current Minority Leader in Parliament, Dr Cassiel Ato […]
Assin Central NDC fined GH¢10k, 10 sheep for invoking curses on EC
Traditional authorities of Efutuakwa Council in the Central Region have summoned Assin Central National Democratic Congress (NDC) executives who invoked curses on the Electoral Commission (EC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary candidate, Godfred Nti Anewu. The NDC in the constituency had accused the NPP of allegedly transporting people from Kasoa to transfer their […]
NDC calls out Ghana Armed Forces over handling of NPP MP aspirant’s incitement remarks
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has criticised the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) for its response to the viral video of Ernest Frimpong, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP hopeful’s alleged inciting attacks against officers patrolling illegal mining sites. Despite the GAF’s statement advising the public to refrain from attacking soldiers, the NDC expected a more […]
I promise you a leaner government – John Mahama
The 2024 flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to streamline the government if elected as president in this year’s elections. He promised to appoint fewer ministers, aiming to decrease government spending and redirect the savings towards improving the lives of the Ghanaian people. Speaking during a special live broadcast […]
I’ll pay 20 per cent salary incentive to teachers who agree to serve in rural areas – John Mahama
If you are a teacher and you accept to be posted to a rural area in Ghana to teach, you will get an incentive of 20 percent of your salary under a John Dramani Mahama presidency, when he is elected President on December 7, 2024. This is one of the campaign messages of Mr Mahama […]