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Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has expressed concerns about the excessive powers granted to Ghana’s presidents. Ablakwa criticized the Akufo-Addo administration for enacting what he described as unclear and non-transparent policies. He argued that the presidency often bypasses the appropriate procedures and fails to seek legislative approval before …

President Akufo-Addo has warned that casting a vote for John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming December 7 elections would reverse Ghana’s progress, leading to underdevelopment and hardship. He asserted that, Mr. Mahama and the NDC lack new ideas to contribute to the nation’s growth …

Defense Minister, Dominic Nitiwul has said security personnel will be deployed to all border towns nationwide, particularly the northern part to enforce the ban on grain export. The government through the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr Bryan Acheampong on Monday announced a ban on the export of grains, including maize, rice, and …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has written to the Electoral Commission, demanding an emergency meeting to discuss the voters’ exhibition exercise. A letter signed by the NDC’s General Secretary, Fifi Kwetey, noted that the meeting is to discuss “very serious discrepancies discovered during the ongoing 2024 voter exhibition exercise.” The party …

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has strongly indicated that the next NDC government will actively seek accountability from current government appointees and officials of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). Reinforcing the commitment made by NDC flagbearer John Dramani Mahama during the party’s manifesto …

The Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) has issued a public alert concerning the circulation and sale of counterfeit energy meters within its operational areas. This warning follows the confiscation of over 200 sub-standard meters by the Ghana Police Service during a routine inspection on the Kenyase-Atronie road in the Sunyani …

In a dramatic turn of events, Otumfuo Osei Tutu Ii, the Asantehene, has destooled the Gyaasihene, Akyeamehene, and Baamuhene of Sabronum, stripping them of their titles and responsibilities. The decisive action was taken during the Asanteman Council meeting on August 26, 2024, at the Manhyia Palace. The destoolment is a …

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, has fought off claims there was no consultation before the decision to ban the export of key grains, including maize, rice, and soybean. According to him, the decision was in the best interest of the nation and relevant stakeholders couldn’t have been left …

Story Naa Anyema Collison The South African High Commission, under the leadership of Her Excellency Ms. Jeanet Grace Mason, has successfully organized a Corporate Networking Event at her Official Residence in Accra, Ghana. This event marks a significant effort to strengthen ties between South Africa and Ghana through enhanced business …

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has accused the government of mismanaging public funds, alleging that over GHC160 million was withdrawn from state coffers months after the conclusion of the 2023 African Games. The games, held in Accra from March 8th to 23rd under the theme “Experience the …