Politics

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 …

Member of Parliament for Manhyia South Mathew Opoku Prempeh is set to be named running mate of NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia ahead of the December 7th Election.  The announcement of Dr. Prempeh popularly known as Napo as NPP running mate, sources told MyNewsGh.com, will come after the NPP flagbearer completes his tour of the Ashanti Region this week.  Barring any unforeseen …

A Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament’s Education Committee, Dr Clement Apaak has disclosed that steps would be taken to summon the Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum to Parliament regarding the free Wi-Fi to Senior High Schools. Minority MPs are demanding that the Minister addresses unresolved questions about the free Wi-Fi contract. Speaking on the Super Morning Show on Monday, …

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama has promised Ghanaians to have a few ministers if he is voted for in this year’s elections to become president again. He also promised to reduce government spending and use the savings to improve the lives of the people. “I promise you a leaner government. We’ll have fewer ministers and cut …