By: Mensah Maxwell In an exclusive interview with Mensah Maxwell, Parliamentary Correspondent of Adoa TV, Hon. Buckman Fiifi Phillip, Member of Parliament for Kwesimintsim, emphasized the need for unity in development among Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), Members of Parliament (MPs), and Assembly Members. According to Hon. Kwesimintim, …
Read More »“Desperate Situations Need Desperate Solutions” – Hon. Buckman Defends GHS1 Energy Levy
By: Mensah Maxwell In an exclusive interview with Mensah Maxwell, Parliamentary Correspondent of Adoa TV, Hon. Buckman Fiifi Phillip, Member of Parliament for Kwesimintim Constituency, defended the proposed GHS1 energy levy, stating that “desperate situations need desperate solutions.” The government’s proposal to impose a GHS1 energy levy on fuel, diesel, …
Read More »NDC Vows To Engage In Responsible Borrowing, Won’t Increase Debt Burden
Government has assured Ghanaians that it will not engage in reckless borrowing to increase the country’s debt burden. According to the Finance Minister, Ato Forson, speaking in Parliament today, the NDC (the ruling party) is committed to responsible borrowing and will prioritize prudent management of the country’s finances. This statement …
Read More »Government Proposes 1 Cedi Energy Levy to End Dumsor
By: Maxwell Mensah (Parliamentary Reporter) In a bid to address the recurring power outages in Ghana, known as “dumsor,” the government has proposed a 1 cedi energy levy on fuel, diesel, and oil. This announcement was made by the Finance Minister, Dr. Ato Forson in Parliament today. According to the …
Read More »Government Allocates Funds to District Assemblies for Development Projects
By: Maxwell Mensah (Parliamentary Reporter) In a move to promote local development, the government has allocated funds to District Assemblies for various development projects. According to Section 126(3) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), the government is mandated to determine the categories of expenditure within the approved development …
Read More »Happy World Bicycle Day
On this special occasion, the Ghana Cycling Federation proudly joins the global community in celebrating the incredible power of the bicycle — a simple, affordable, reliable, and sustainable means of transportation, recreation, and sport. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to: All our sponsors – your unwavering support continues to drive …
Read More »No person is beyond the reach of enquiry by the OSP – OSP declares Ken Ofori-Atta wanted.
The former Finance Minister C has been declared wanted by the Office of the Special Prosecutor. This follows his refusal to appear before the OSP on June 2, 2025 on suspected cases of corruption and corruption related offences. The former minister was expected to attend the OSP on February 10,2025 …
Read More »Ghana Bankers Association Denies Plans to Restrict Dollar Withdrawals
The Ghana Bankers Association has firmly denied claims that banks intend to restrict over-the-counter (OTC) withdrawals of foreign currencies, particularly U.S. dollars. This follows remarks by Isaac Adongo, MP for Bolgatanga Central and a Board Member of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), who suggested that the central bank might tighten …
Read More »President Mahama Pledges Completion of Komfo Anokye Maternity Block
Former President, John Dramani Mahama has pledged to complete the long-stalled maternity block project at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi. He made the promise on Monday, June 2, during a courtesy call by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and a delegation of chiefs at the Jubilee …
Read More »Chairman Wontumi Released From EOCO
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi and the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has been released by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) after meeting his GH¢50 million bail condition. His legal team, led by Andy Appiah-Kubi, withdrew a High Court motion on …
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