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Parliamentary leadership reshuffle made NDC more attractive – Asiedu Nketiah

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has reiterated that the party has no regrets over its decision to reshuffle its parliamentary leadership. The leadership changes saw Tamale South MP Haruna Iddrisu, Ketu North MP James Klutse Avedzi, and Asawase MP Muntaka Mubarak removed from their roles as Minority Leader,…

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Election 2024: Police to establish Election Task Force Briefing Centre

The Ghana Police Service has established a National Security Elections Task Force Briefing Centre to provide continuous updates throughout the election period. This initiative aims to curb misinformation and disinformation while addressing potential violent incidents. During a briefing, the Inspector General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare, revealed that the police are collaborating with telecommunication…

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We are sorry’ – GFA apologises for Black Stars’ AFCON fiasco

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has apologised to Ghanaians following the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In a press statement, the GFA expressed its disappointment over the unsuccessful campaign, acknowledging the heartbreak it has caused fans across the nation. “We understand the disappointment and frustration this failure…

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NDP Flagbearer calls for inclusive governance and decentralisation

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Party (NDP), Alhaji Mohammed Frimpong, has emphasised the importance of inclusive governance, decentralisation, and effective leadership in achieving Ghana’s democratic milestones.  Speaking at the Presidential encounter at GBC on November 20, 2024, Frimpong stressed that Ghana’s democracy hinges on critical areas such as social justice, accountability, and livelihoods. “Social justice,…

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I want to build a modern, inclusive country anchored by systems and data – Bawumia to CSOs

he Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has reiterated his commitment to building a modern and inclusive country anchored by systems and data. In an interaction with members of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Accra last night, Dr. Bawumia assured them of his quest, as President, to ensure good governance,…

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Ablakwa slams Chief of Staff for ‘whitewashing’ ‘expired rice’ for SHS scandal

The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has criticised the Chief of Staff, Frema Osei Opare for dismissing reports of ‘expired rice’ being distributed to Senior High Schools as untrue and propagandist. The MP argued that Chief of Staff’s comments, which sought to downplay the seriousness of the issue, were inappropriate and…

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Political deception in digital era: Election 2024 and misinformation

As the 2024 election draws closer it is clear that the political landscape is being reshaped by a troubling phenomenon of fake news. Social media platforms have become battlegrounds, where political parties engage in high-stakes games of misinformation, aiming to manipulate public opinion, by distorting facts and spreading falsehoods. These dangerous tactics not only threaten…

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