Politics

General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Kwetey, has issued a strong warning to officials of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), vowing that they will face prosecution for corruption if the NDC wins the upcoming elections. During a press briefing in Accra, Mr. Kwetey criticised the NPP for mismanaging public funds and assured that these actions would not …

Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, running mate to the National Democratic Congress’ presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama has been honoured with a traditional leadership title for her immense contribution to development. The honorary title of Pognaa Piirima, Dagaare for “Mother of the Rocks’, was bestowed on her by the Sankana Traditional Council as part of the celebration of the Kalibi Tigri …

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Bole, Yusif Sulemana has intensified calls for action against ongoing serial killings in his constituency. According to him, the Interior Minister, Henry Quartey, must put in place measures to end the recent serial killings. He stated that the serial killings have gradually resulted in a self-imposed curfew, causing people to sleep early due to …

The former Chief Executive of COCOBOD, Dr. Stephen Kwabena Opuni has flatly dismissed allegations by his successor, Joseph Boahen Aidoo that COCOBOD was facing significant financial challenges when he (Boahen Aidoo) assumed office in January 2017. Dr. Opuni has therefore challenged Mr. Boahen Aidoo to publish the audited financial report of COCOBOD through documentary evidence that there was no money, to enable …

The main opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has announced its opposition to any attempts by the Majority in Parliament to pass a law that would protect the legacy of President Nana Akufo-Addo.  NDC General Secretary, Fifi Kwetey, described the proposed law to support free Senior High Schools (SHS) as a strategy to safeguard the president’s legacy rather than …

At a meeting with the Northern regional and constituency executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Tamale on Friday, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama stressed the importance of putting aside differences and working together for the party’s greater good. She urged party members to let go of any grudges and focus on working towards the victory of John Mahama and …

The African Electoral Institute (AEI) has warned that some of the challenges that confronted the just-ended voter transfer exercise conducted by the Electoral Commission are likely to resurface in the 7 December 2024 polls. In a statement, AEI listed irregular power supply, poor internet connectivity, poor publicity of the exercise, disruption by the weather (rainfall), security challenges and the busing …

The Constitution Review Consultative Committee (CRCC) has recommended that the President pay tax on his salary and emoluments. Such a move, the Committee said, would serve as an example to the rest of the citizenry. “This will also reflect the principle of equity before the law and accord with the rule of law,” the report said. The report was presented …

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin has launched the Democracy Cup in commemoration of its 30th anniversary. The Democracy Cup will witness a competition between Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak on July 5, 2024, at the Accra Sports Stadium. The winner of the maiden tournament will earn the chance to play against the United States-based club, DC United, …

The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame says ensuring a “fully functional digitalised environment” at the newly commissioned Law House in Accra will help his Ministry and personnel to deliver on their responsibilities. According to him, the benefits of technology and digitalisation cannot be ignored or overlooked. Speaking at the commissioning of the facility, Mr Dame said he …