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BY: Bttor Stephen The Majority caucus in parliament has expressed dissatisfaction with the speaker’s decision to suspend the approval of the new ministerial nominees pending the determination of a suit filed at the Supreme Court. Responding to the speaker’s directive, they contended that the president’s letter to parliament on the issues of the anti- – LGBTQ+ was in line with …

BY: Bttor Stephen The speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban S.K. Bagbin has suspended the approval of new ministerial nominees from the president of the Republic, following an injunction application filed at the Supreme Court by South Dayi Member of Parliament, Hon. Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, challenging the constitutionality of not vetting some ministers before assuming office. The speaker’s directive came from …

BY: Maryjane Yartey Ghana, a nation known for its exclusive culture and democratic progress, finds itself at crossroads regarding the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. While the country boasts a relatively stable democracy with a thriving civil society, recent societal attitudes and legislative proposals threaten the freedoms of the LGBTQ+ community. In July 2021, “The …

By: MENSAH MAXWELL Embracing the WITCH Within Wisdom in Technological Creative Horizons In the heart of the digital renaissance, where innovation and wisdom intertwine, there exists a new kind of enchantment – the WITCH. This isn’t the witch of ancient lore, but a modern sorcerer of sorts, one who wields not a wand, but wisdom in technological creative horizons.Wisdom: The …

By Janet Dumas The Ghana South Africa Chamber of Business organized a three-day tennis tournament under the patronage of Her Excellency Grace Mason, the South Africa Commissioner to Ghana. The event aimed to strengthen the relationship between the business community in Ghana and the diplomats. The tournament was attended by high-profile personalities, including Her Excellency Virginia Palmer, the USA Ambassador …

FORMAL STATEMENT BY THE RT. HON. SPEAKER ON THE REFUSAL OF THE PRESIDENT TO ACCEPT THE TRANSMISSION OF THE HUMAN SEXUAL RIGHTS AND FAMILY VALUES BILL, 2021. INTRODUCTION Honourable Members, I address you today amid circumstances that profoundly challenge the core principles of our constitutional democracy. At the outset, I must express my profound regret concerning the conduct displayed by …

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has accused the owners of the renowned event centre, Fantasy Dome, of engaging in illegal meter connection. According to the ECG, Fantasy Dome has been bypassing its meter and unlawfully connecting to the public network. In a notice dated Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the ECG requested the owners of Fantasy Dome to rectify their …

The president, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has revoked the appointment of the Municipal Chief Executive for Akim-Oda, Victoria Adu Birim. The announcement was made through a statement signed by the Minister of State, O.B Amoah. The statement dated March 19, 2024, cited Article 243 (3)(b) of the Constitution and Section 20(3) of the Local Governance Act 2016 (Act 936) as the …

By: Maryjane Yartey Child trafficking is a dark shadow that looms over the innocence of childhood, casting a sinister web of exploitation and suffering. Originating from the depths of greed, desperation, poverty, and improper parental control, it entails the heart-wrenching practice of forcibly taking children away from their homes and loved ones, often under pretences and subjecting them to various …

By Janet Dumas Desmond Offei, Head Coach for the black satellites of Ghana has claimed that his main aim for the team is to win a gold medal for the team at the ongoing 2023 African Games. Ghana’s U-20 team earned their place in the men’s football final after a victory over Senegal at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday …