Politics

The Electoral Commission (EC) has set Tuesday, September 17, to determine the fate of both presidential and parliamentary candidates who have filed to contest in the 2024 General Elections. At the start of the filing process, the EC established two committees to scrutinise the nomination forms of the various aspirants. As the filing of nominations closes today, the EC has revealed that …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has established a five-member ad hoc ministerial committee to engage stakeholders and evaluate the government’s efforts to address illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. Galamsey has recently gained notoriety, with various unions and associations urging President Akufo-Addo to declare a state of emergency to fully tackle the issue. In a notice issued on Friday, September …

By: ANFRED Emphasizing the fight against illegal mining (Galamsey) and the NDC’s intentions outlined in its 2024 manifesto, Raymond Nana Ebbah, NDC’s Sectorial spokesperson on mining mentioned that, from 2013 to 2015, the NDC allowed small-scale miners to operate responsibly without hindrance. According to him it was a move the NPP did not consider when they assume office in 2017. …

In a significant political shift, over 100 branch executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Krachi East constituency of the Oti Region have reportedly defected to the New Patriotic Party (NPP). This mass defection has sent ripples through the political landscape, raising questions about the NDC’s hold on the area as the 2024 elections approach. Speaking with Adom News, the …

The Tamale High Court has ordered a re-run of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primary in the Walewale constituency in the North East region. This was when the court on Monday, September 2, 2024, ruled on a petition brought before it by incumbent MP, Zuweira Lariba. On January 28, 2024, Dr Mahama Tia Kabiru, a 35-year-old PhD holder and Vice Presidential …

The leader of the New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako has emphasised his commitment to making the Western Region “The Texas of Africa.” Cheddar as he is popularly known speaking at the launch of his 12-pillar policy document, said the region as “by far the richest region, if not in Ghana, on the continent.” He therefore believes that developing the region would position …

Nana Kwame Bediako, who has expressed interest in becoming President of Ghana says he will convince the diaspora, especially people of African descent and other Africans to come and invest in Ghana and his target is to raise US$50 billion. Describing it as “Ghana’s first $50 billion,” and explaining how he will do it, he said the grand agenda will …

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 of grains to stabilise food supplies. Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed …

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 to place their trust in Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to continue …

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 Adoagyiri constituency for peaceful elections. Asiedu Nketia criticized the President …