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Former President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday February 27 left the chamber of Parliament briefly to meet the Minority who threatened to boycott the SONA. The Member of Parliament for Wa Central Rasheed Pelpuo told TV3’s Komla Klutse in an interview that the opposition lawmakers invited their flagbearer to their meeting because it was only proper for them to inform him about …

Member of Parliament for Zebilla, Cletus Avoka, has attributed the perceived corruption in the Legislature to unreasonable demands placed on lawmakers, particularly by the public and constituents. The MP highlighted the challenges MPs face due to constant financial requests. Avoka disclosed that the demands of the public make it practically impossible for MPs to avoid engaging in corrupt activities. He pointed …

The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has formally submitted his choice for a running mate to the party’s leadership for consideration ahead of the 2024 elections.This development was communicated through an official release by the party’s leadership, stating that they have received the flagbearer’s official notice and are preparing for the consideration process.The meeting for …

The Minority in Parliament has boycotted President Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address (SONA) due to the governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison’s description of the caucus as hooligans. The minority group is also protesting the failure of the President to sign the anti-witchcraft bill. Scheduled for today, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, President Nana Addo Dankwa …

The Member of Parliament for the North Tongu Constituency Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has alleged that the government is set to spend $48 million on “operational expenses” for the 13th African Games. The African Games are scheduled for March 5 to March 23, 2024, in Ghana. According to Mr Ablwakwa, the US$48 million is an entirely different amount from the $195 …

By Angelina Tukpe The Graduate Unemployed Nurses and Midwives Association (G.U.N.M.A) has recently taken a firm stance against the government’s neglect towards over 7,500 qualified professionals who are still waiting for financial clearance and permanent employment. The association’s Public Relations Officer, Sarah Mensah, expressed their discontent during a press conference held on Monday, February 26, 2024. Mensah has drawn attention …

North Tongu Member of Parliament, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, is optimistic that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will win the 2024 elections. He holds the strong view that the people of Ghana need a change from this quagmire they find themselves in. Okudzeto believes that the people of Ghana see the NDC as a better alternative to walk them out of the …

Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu launched a blistering attack on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, accusing them of deceiving Ghanaians about their commitment to fighting corruption. Amidu, a former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, asserted that corruption has flourished under their administration, despite their promises to eradicate it. Amidu highlighted his previous criticism of former …

Dr Richard Anthony, the Medical Director of the Tema General Hospital, has expressed worry at the alarming rate of people being brought to the hospital dead. Dr Anthony said a total of 1,079 people, including 621 males and 458, were brought to the Tema General Hospital dead on arrival in 2023. “We recorded a worrying trend of several people being …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has rescinded all commercial and economic sanctions imposed on the Republic of Niger. Last year, the nation removed its democratically elected leader, Mohammed Bazoum, prompting a severe reaction from ECOWAS, which had pledged zero tolerance for unconstitutional changes in government. Niger, alongside Mali and Burkina Faso, had previously declared their intention to …