Politics

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 Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wugon indicating that a …

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 for the Central Bank of Liberia, as previously stated. Without …

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 issues students in the constituency face. John Dumelo slammed his …

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 and addressed to the Finance Committee of Parliament. “Considering that …

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 ineffective for any EU election,” Dr. Tanko said in an …

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 infrastructure drive to complete abandoned E-blocks and expand infrastructure in …

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 candidates in December, has issued an open challenge for a …

The Democratic Forum for Medical Laboratory Professionals (DFMLP) has endorsed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, for the upcoming December 7 general elections. The group expressed confidence in the NDC’s recently launched manifesto, particularly its comprehensive plans for the healthcare sector. After a detailed analysis of the manifestos from both major political parties, DFMLP concluded …

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has urged the public to carefully select their next of kin, emphasizing the importance of choosing someone who is not only legally of age but also capable of providing essential information about the account holder when required. This advisory comes in response to what the Central Bank describes as a widespread misconception that the person …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has stated that originally commissioned in 1965 by Ghana’s first President, Kwame Nkrumah, the Accra-Tema Motorway has been a vital artery for nearly six decades, carrying an average of 45,000 vehicles daily. Now, the time has come to renew this legacy, and ensure it continues to serve the people of Ghana for generations to come, he said. …