Politics

A political scientist at the University of Ghana, Dr Abdul-Jalilu Ateku, has advised Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the Energy Minister, to address his perceived arrogant demeanour and work on his traits if he is to succeed as running mate to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Dr Ateku’s comments come after Dr Opoku Prempeh was proposed as running mate, sparking criticism over his suitability …

The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has given an update on the petition submitted by North Tongu Member of Parliament (MP), Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, regarding the controversial national cathedral project. CHRAJ in a letter to all the persons involved on Thursday, June 27, announced that it is currently finalising its decision on the petition, which it received in …

Without any last-minute change, the Finance Minister will be expected to present the 2024 Mid-Year Budget review on July 12th or 15th. The Majority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh announced this on the floor of Parliament, stating the specific date is yet to be confirmed. “We will have a joint caucus [Meeting] on Wednesday which is the 3rd of July as …

The leader of the New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar, made a surprise visit to Accra Central to engage traders. He engaged with traders and distributed aprons and his party’s paraphernalia as he received a warm and enthusiastic welcome. The visit to Accra Central is part of his broader national tour during which he has traveled to …

The former National Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Bernard Anbataayela Mornah, has criticised the government for claiming an economic recovery based on GDP growth while ignoring underlying issues that he believes indicate a sinking economy. Speaking on the Class Morning Show with host Kwame Dwomoh-Agyemang, Mr. Mornah challenged the government’s celebration of a 4.7 per cent GDP growth …

The founder and President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has reacted to reports that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, has chosen Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), the Minister for Energy, as his running mate for the 2024 elections. In a Facebook post on June 27, 2024, Mr. Cudjoe expressed reservations about NAPO’s suitability due to his …

Mr Kadevi Selasy, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Communication Officer for the Awutu Senya West Constituency, has reportedly been found dead in Nkwadum, a suburb of Awutu Bontrase in the Central Region. According to reports, ,Mr  Selasy was discovered hanging on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Earlier that morning, Mr. Selasy had asked his wife to accompany him to ease himself …

The minority caucus in Parliament has expressed optimism about winning the upcoming December 7  presidential elections. This follows speculation about Energy Minister Matthew Opoku Prempeh as Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate.  Deputy Minority Leader Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah and Ranking Member on Defence James Agalga conveyed their sentiments in an interview with Class News, asserting that their candidate, Professor Jane …

John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, (NDC) has expressed appreciation to the South Korean government for its decision to forgive Ghana’s debt, noting that it will help support Ghana’s debt restructuring efforts during these challenging economic times. This comes after the Ambassador of South Korea to Ghana, Park Kyongsig, paid a courtesy call on him at …

In an unexpected turn of events, the ongoing ambulance procurement trial suffered some disruptions due to frequent power outages, commonly known as “dumsor.” The intermittent power cuts caused multiple interruptions during the proceedings, frustrating both the legal teams and those in attendance. The frequent power cuts resulted in delays and pauses at some point during the proceedings. These interruptions not …