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 ongoing by the current administration. According to Communications Officer of …

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 in 2023. During an interaction with journalists in Accra on …

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 Authority (GHA). Mr. Asenso-Boakye emphasized the essential role of road …