By Edzorna Francis Mensah The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about the pending disbursement of millions of Ghana cedis to 800,000 people as part of a drought relief program, with each individual expected to receive about GHS 3,000. According to the Minority Leader, Cassiel Ato Forson, Ph.D., “I am reliably informed that the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia…
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has described former President John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as a “failed president” who was unable to secure a second term due to poor economic management. Speaking during a meeting with professional bodies in Kumasi on Sunday, November 24 the president attributed Mr. Mahama’s…
The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived in Luanda, Angola, as they prepare for a pivotal Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier match scheduled for Friday, November 15, 2024. The team touched down on Wednesday night after completing three rigorous training sessions in Accra, ready to face the formidable Angolan side. This match is crucial…
The People’s National Congress (PNC) says the party is open to engagements with various political parties before deciding which one to support in the 2024 General Elections. This comes after their disqualification by the Electoral Commission. Although the matter is currently before the Supreme Court, the party fears the legal process may be prolonged, prompting…
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono as the Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (GPHA). A statement issued by Mr. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Acting Presidential Spokesman, copied to the Ghana News Agency said Brigadier Tanye-Kulono is a distinguished military officer and legal professional currently serving as the Deputy Commandant of the National…
The Co-Chair of the Ghana Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (GHEITI) Dr. Steve Manteaw, believes that Ghana needs to put its money where its mouth is to combat galamsey. He advocates for a genuine commitment and dedicated budgetary allocation to tackle the issue, rather than just paying lip service. Dr. Steve Manteaw, shared his insights during…
Rooney leaves the Pilgrims with the club bottom of the Championship, following a difficult run of form.Head coach Wayne Rooney has left Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle by mutual agreement. The 39-year-old former England captain oversaw just four league wins and suffered 13 defeats in 23 Championship games after taking charge of the Pilgrims in May….
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has successfully retained the Ejisu parliamentary seat with its candidate, Kwabena Boateng, polling 27,782 or 55.79% in Tuesday’s by-election. His closest contender Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, a former Member of Parliament for the area who ran as an independent candidate, secured 21,536 votes or 43.24%. Total turnout was 49.1%. Esther Osei…
For the up-and-coming artistes who will have nothing to do with Highlife music because they believe it is outmoded, musician Kwabena Kwabena has a piece of advice for them—they are making a mistake. The Highlife icon who has been doing music for close to 20 years believes the genre is the key to creating hit…
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has delivered a scathing assessment of the economic legacy left by the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, revealing shocking details about the state of Ghana’s economy upon taking office. Speaking in an interview on the Citi Breakfast Show on Friday, July 25, following his presentation of the 2025…
