By: MENSAH MAXWELL Alban Bagbin Urges Parliamentarians to Protect Ghana’s Democratic Values Ahead of December Elections. Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Alban Bagbin, has called on Members of the House to safeguard Ghana’s democracy, expressing concerns about the upcoming December elections. Speaking to the House, last Friday May 17, the Speaker emphasized the importance of protecting the country’s democratic values and …

Report by Mensah Maxwell Rwandans living in Ghana, along with the High Commissioner to Ghana, Her Excellency Rosemary Mbabazi, took part in a symbolic walk from Circle to the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) to commemorate 30 years since the devastating genocide that ravaged their home country. The walk, which took place today, was a poignant reminder of the atrocities that …

Story by Agnes Atwumaa The Deputy Chairman of Operations of the Electoral Commission (EC) , Samuel Tettey, has stated that the Electoral Commission of Ghana cannot manipulate elections for any party or candidate. Mr. Tettey says the electoral process is transparent and includes all stakeholders, especially political parties, which prevents the Commission from favoring anyone. He further stated that all …

Story by Angelina Tukpe Ghanaians are grappling with soaring food prices, a consequence of increased transport fares driven by rising fuel costs. This surge in transportation expenses has forced market traders to raise prices, making it difficult to maintain profitability while keeping goods affordable. As a result, consumers are facing significant increases in the cost of essential food items, adding …

By: Ruth Tang Road safety is a paramount concern for communities worldwide, and the proper functioning of traffic control systems plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe flow of vehicles and pedestrians. However, a pervasive issue that intensifies the risk on our roads is the frequent malfunctioning of traffic lights. This problem not only disrupts daily commutes …

By: Mensah Maxwell The National Democratic Congress (NDC) held a press conference today at their headquarters to address issues regarding the ongoing limited voter registration. The party’s leadership raised concerns about the presence of unidentified security personnel at registration centers, warning that such individuals will be recognized as impersonators. Speaking at the press conference, the NDC’s General Secretary, Mr Fiifi …

By: Ruth Tang With references to allegations published by News24, a prominent South African news outlet, accusing the Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, of being involved in a scandal involving over US$2.5 million (47 million rands) in bribes from the Ghana Infrastructure Company (GIC), operated by siblings Rushil and Nishani Singh from 2017 to 2022, Haruna Iddrisu …

Members of the Locked-Up Investment Holders forum has resumed picketing after almost two months of meeting with the Bank of Ghana Governor, who directed them to the Ministry of Finance. The BoG said they must demand approval from the Ministry of Finance before taking any necessary action. However, as it stands, the Ministry has not provided any proper feedback to …

The Ghana National Gas Company Limited says its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is not being pressured to sign a $812 million deal. According to management, recent publications surrounding the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning (EPCC) and financing of Ghana Gas’ project technically known as the Gas Processing Plant Train 2 (GPP2 project) are misleading. In a statement sighted by JoyNews, the …

The Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has pledged to prioritize the needs of the church if elected as president of Ghana. He acknowledged the significant contributions of the church and other faith-based organizations to national development, emphasizing the importance of supporting them. He pointed out that without the educational and healthcare institutions, and other developmental initiatives …