Politics

The campaign team of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer has defended the alleged awarding of contracts worth over GHC200 million to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s brother. The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) during its latest Moment of Truth series said Dr. Bawumia cannot absolve himself of the alleged state capture …

The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about the management of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), criticising the rising administrative expenditures amidst declining cocoa production. According to the caucus, cocoa production dropped to 655,000 tonnes over the last four years, while COCOBOD’s head office expenditure surged to approximately GH¢3.4 billion …

Government has unveiled plans to reinstate road tolls to address a considerable funding shortfall in road infrastructure, aiming to generate significant revenue for the sector. This initiative was revealed by the Minister of Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, during a high-profile panel discussion commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Ghana Highways …

The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of lying to Ghanaians about his promise to end sole sourcing when his party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), was in opposition. According to the NDC, the Vice President even listed the end of sole sourcing as one of …

National Communications Officer of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, has condemned the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) for awarding profitable contracts to Vice President and flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s brother through sole-sourcing. Mr. Gyamfi pointed out that despite the NPP’s pledge to curb sole-sourcing contracts, they have allegedly …

Award-winning Ghanaian broadcast journalist and author, Manasseh Azure Awuni has shared insights into his tumultuous journey as an investigative journalist under the tenure of President Akufo-Addo. This comes amidst his preparation to launch his latest book, “The President Ghana Never Got,” on Thursday, August 8. Mr Awuni recounted the numerous …

Dr Sekou Nkrumah, son of Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, claims that his sister, Samia Nkrumah, was manipulated by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Speaking on Joy News PM Express on Tuesday, he explained that Samia returned to Ghana at an inopportune time, lacking …

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Mahama has promised to complete the Bolgatanga Airport project when elected in the December 7 election. The former President has said he believes the airport if completed will ease the long travel hours to parts of the country from the area. “For …

The Deputy Director of Communications for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ernest Owusu Bempah, has called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to arrest those responsible for publishing the controversial ‘Agyapadie’ document. He asserts that the document, which has sparked significant controversy, contains falsehoods and is part of …

The Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, has said Ghana offers a more enjoyable lifestyle than London. In an interview, Wontumi said he has moved his children to Ghana due to the country’s pleasant environment and low cost of living. Wontumi asserted, “I always …