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Chairman of Parliament’s Health Committee, Dr. Mark Kurt Nawaane, has expressed the committee’s readiness to step in and help resolve the ongoing strike by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) if current negotiations do not lead to a resolution. In an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Monday, …

By: MENSAH MAXWELL The National Association of Registered Midwives, Ghana (NARM-GH) has joined the global midwifery community in commemorating the International Day of the Midwife (IDM) 2025. This year’s theme, “Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis,” highlights the vital role midwives play in enabling health systems to prepare for, respond to, …

By: Mensah Maxwell The Member of Parliament for Kwesimintim constituency, Hon. Buckman Fiifi Phillip has cautioned his colleagues to be mindful of their authority and avoid overstepping their bounds. This advice comes amidst the ongoing case of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, versus the State. The MP’s …

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation placing new restrictions on foreign student visas specifically for Harvard University, the White House announced on Wednesday June 4,2025. The move comes amid rising tensions between the Trump administration and the prestigious academic institution. According to an internal cable obtained by Reuters, …

Togo is now among several countries affected by a fresh wave of U.S. travel restrictions issued by President Donald Trump, citing national security concerns. According to a CNN report, Trump signed a presidential proclamation on Wednesday evening enforcing either full or partial travel bans on citizens from countries flagged for …

The ongoing strike by members of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has significantly disrupted operations at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital. Medical Director Dr. Leslie Issah Adam-Zakaria reported that the absence of nurses and midwives has impacted critical departments, including outpatient services, emergency units, operating theatres, antenatal …

By Mensah Maxwell As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) marks its 50th anniversary, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has highlighted the challenges facing the region, particularly with regards to the free movement of goods. In a statement, Hon. Ayariga noted that while ECOWAS has made significant progress in …

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, …

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, …

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 …