Politics

The government is ramping up efforts to mitigate the crisis in response to the looming threat of food insecurity caused by the ongoing drought in the Northern and Middle Belts. As part of these measures, authorities have mobilised funds, imposed a temporary ban on grain exports, and prioritised the importation …

President Akufo-Addo has asserted that his administration has excelled in its performance, overcoming significant obstacles, including the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlighted the substantial achievements made across multiple economic sectors under his leadership. During the 13th Biennial and 51st Conference of the Methodist Church of Ghana in Kumasi, the President called on Ghanaians …

National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has called on traditional leaders and the clergy to advise President Akufo-Addo on the importance of ensuring a peaceful transfer of power after the December elections. His plea comes in response to appeals from the chiefs of Damang/Ahwrese in the Nsawam …

Actor John Dumelo has given the strongest indication that the 2024 election will be boot for boot. He is not letting anything go unanswered. The actor made this known when he appeared on the constituency manifesto on Accra-based TV3. He is leaving no stone unturned in his quest to become …

The Bank of Ghana has responded to concerns raised by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa regarding a $20 million transfer, which the Member of Parliament claimed lacked consistent documentation. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 28, the central bank criticised the legislator for his allegations, noting that the funds were intended …

Ghanaian actor cum politician John Dumelo has promised to address the accommodation issue facing students of the University of Ghana, Legon in the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency. During an open discussion at the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency on Community Manifesto headlined by TV3, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate highlighted some …

Finance Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has requested the approval of GH₵500 million from the Contingency Fund. The amount is for implementing the Emergency Response Programme to address the impending food security crisis amidst the dry spell experienced in eight regions of Ghana. This was contained in statement signed by Dr Amin …

Dr. Rashid Tanko, Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised serious concerns about the integrity of the voter register, citing five major discrepancies that render it ineffective for any election. “We have uncovered five major discrepancies, misconducts, that have rendered the register as …

The Spokesperson on Education for the NDC, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has outlined major reforms the NDC will introduce should they assume office in 2025. According to him, the double-track system will be abolished to restore a single academic calendar. He added that the NDC will embark on an emergency …

Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has accused former President John Mahama of avoiding a presidential debate ahead of December’s elections, claiming that Mr. Mahama fears having his record exposed. Dr Bawumia, who is set to face Mahama as one of the main …