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09 Jan

Dokua Calls For Unity And Reflective As Ghana Transitions To New Leadership

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Former Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry, Nana Ama Dokua Asiamah-Adjei, has called for unity, reflection, and collaboration following the country’s recent election, which resulted in a change of government. In a social media post that has sparked national conversations, the former deputy minister acknowledged the wide range of emotions that have emerged in the aftermath of the December elections. “From blame games and resentment to hindsight regrets over past decisions, actions, and inactions,” she wrote, adding that these sentiments offered an “invaluable opportunity for growth and understanding.” Asiamah-Adjei proposed six guiding principles – termed the “Ps”- to navigate the…

09 Jan

NPP Failed To Communicate Challenges To Ghanaians – Vincent Assafuah

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The Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has attributed the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) defeat in the 2024 general election to its failure to effectively communicate the challenges it encountered during its tenure to the Ghanaian populace. Speaking on Point Blank, a segment of Eyewitness News, Mr Assafuah admitted that governance challenges significantly impacted the party’s popularity. He praised President Akufo-Addo as one of Ghana’s most outstanding leaders since independence but conceded that some decisions made by the President and his appointees did not resonate well with the public. “We had issues with governance. Akufo-Addo is one of the…

09 Jan

Parliament Approves Appointments Committee To Vet Key Nominees

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Parliament has officially approved the composition of its Appointments Committee, a crucial body tasked with vetting and recommending nominees for ministerial and other top government positions. The Committee will be chaired by the First Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, with Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah serving as Vice Chairperson. Notable appointments include Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, as the Ranking Member, and Patricia Appiagyei as the Deputy Ranking Member. Mandate of the Appointments Committee This powerful committee plays a pivotal role in ensuring that nominees put forward by the President for key positions—such as Ministers of State and their Deputies—are thoroughly scrutinised before receiving parliamentary approval. Their work is…

09 Jan

Dampare’s Traffic Directing Charade; A Shameful Dereliction Of Duty – FDAG

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The Forum for Development and Accountable Governance (FDAG) said it has noted with deep concern a widely circulated video showing the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, directing traffic during President Mahama’s inauguration on Tuesday, January 7. FDAG described this as a disgraceful episode. It said it is not only an attempt to court public favour but also a poorly disguised effort to launch a reappointment campaign for himself. Instead of focusing on the critical task of securing the nation and addressing the escalating crime rates under his watch, the IGP has sunk to the depths of political…

08 Jan

AfCFTA To Accept NSS Postings In 2026

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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has announced an initiative to admit Ghanaian National Service Personnel (NSP) beginning in 2026. This move is part of the Secretariat’s commitment to creating opportunities for the youth and fostering a deeper integration of Ghanaian talent into the workings of international institutions. The announcement was made by the Secretary-General of AfCFTA, Wamkele Mene, during a meeting with Ghana’s President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. The AfCFTA Secretariat, headquartered in Accra, Ghana, plays a pivotal role in coordinating the world’s largest free trade area, uniting 54 African nations under a single market framework. In…

08 Jan

Do Not Abuse The Trust Of Your Constituents – Bagbin Tells Members Of 9th Parliament

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Rt Hon Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Speaker of the ninth Parliament under the Fourth Republic has urged the newly sworn-in MPs to be mindful of their responsibilities as political leaders in society. Congratulating the MPs after administering oath to them, Alban Bagbin underscored the need of the crucial role that political leaders play in the development of society. He appealed with the MPs not to shirk duties or take light their newly assumed office. “It is very important for you to keep uppermost in your mind the crucial role of political leadership in the process of national development. “Today, we…

08 Jan

NPP Must Rise Again- Dr Prince Hamid Armah

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Former Deputy Housing Minister and Kwesimintim MP, Dr Prince Hamid Armah, has called on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to use its recent defeat as an opportunity for introspection and renewal. Writing on Constitution Day, he urged party members to draw lessons from history, embrace unity, and embark on a transformative rebuilding process to secure the party’s future. The former MP began by drawing a parallel between the recent electoral loss and the dramatic comeback of President John Dramani Mahama. “Eight years ago, Ghanaians decisively rejected John Dramani Mahama, handing him what was described as the worst defeat ever suffered…

08 Jan

Okere Constituency Is Forever Grateful To The Akufo-Addo Led Gov’t – Nana Addo Kenneth.

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The Member of Parliament for Okere constituency in the Eastern region, Hon. Nana Addo Kenneth, has expressed profound gratitude to former President Nana Addo Danquah Akuffo and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government. According to Hon. Kenneth, the entire Okere constituency is forever grateful to the Ex-president and the NPP government for their numerous contributions to the constituency's development. Speaking on Movement TV/Wontumi Radio, with Kwaku Dawuro, Hon. Kenneth specifically attributed the constituency's recent milestones to the visionary leadership of Ex-President Akuffo. One of the key achievements highlighted by Hon. Kenneth is the establishment of the Okere District. He noted…

08 Jan

Miner, 23, Fined For Receiving Payments Through Electronic Medium Falsely

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A 23-year-old small-scale miner, who tricked two mobile money vendors and received a cash sum of GH¢8,000 payments through an electronic medium falsely, has been fined GH¢12,000 or in default, six years imprisonment by the Tarkwa Circuit Court. Charged with four counts of receiving payments through electronic medium falsely, Ahmed Abdul Rahaman, pleaded guilty with explanation. The court, presided over by Mrs Hathia Ama Manu, noted that Rahaman’s explanation confirmed his plea of guilty, and therefore, convicted him on his own plea. In addition, the court ordered Rahaman to refund the GH¢8,000 belonging to the two mobile money vendors. Prosecuting…

08 Jan

Reschedule Loan Payments For Traders Affected By Kantamanto Fire – GUTA begs banks

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The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has appealed to banks and financial institutions to reschedule the financial obligations of traders at the Kantamanto market, following the devastating fire outbreak last week. Speaking to journalists after the association donated GH₵40,000 to support the reconstruction of the market, the First Vice Chairman of GUTA Clement Boateng emphasized the need for financial institutions to reschedule loan payments for traders affected by the fire. “I will take this opportunity to appeal to the banks because I know that there are a lot of people here who have taken some facilities from the bank.…