Politics

Parliament has approved the first batch of ministers nominated by President John Mahama following their vetting by the Appointments Committee. The approval follows the Committee’s unanimous recommendation of Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Member of Parliament (MP) for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam and Majority Leader; John Jinapor, MP for Yapei-Kusawgu; and Dr Dominic Ayine, …

In a press statement issued by the Presidency on Tuesday, 21 January 2025, President John Dramani Mahama made his third round of ministerial appointments. The statement, signed by the spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu highlights the inclusion of prominent figures in various ministries as part of his new …

resident John Mahama has announced key appointments to his office, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to strong governance and operational excellence. The new appointees, drawn from diverse backgrounds, are expected to bring their wealth of experience and dedication to their respective roles, driving national progress and effective leadership. Among the notable …

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is set to continue the vetting of ministerial nominees on Monday, January 20, 2025.   The nominees scheduled for vetting today include: Kwame Governs Agbodza, Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways Haruna Iddrisu, Minister-Designate for Education Eric Opoku, Minister-Designate for Food and Agriculture   The vetting …

Offinso South concerned NDC Youth has recommended Vincent Asare Bediako to President John Dramani Mahama and the NDC hierarchy for recognition and appointment to a key position. According to the group, the 2024 parliamentary candidate of the National Democratic Congress in the Offinso South constituency, Mr. Vincent Asare Bediako, made …

President John Dramani Mahama has sought approval from Parliament for the consideration of 10 regional Ministers. Communication from the presidency has been sent to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin seeking their vetting and approval. The Regional Ministers include: Northern – Adolf John Oti – John Kwadwo Gyapong Volta – …

In a significant move to reorganise local governance, President John Dramani Mahama has revoked the appointments of all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) as well as appointed Assembly Members nationwide. This is one of the president’s first actions after his swearing-in as Ghana’s 6th President on January 7, …

    Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has been sworn into office as the Vice President of the Republic of Ghana by Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo. In a historic ceremony in the heart of the national capital, Accra, she took the Oath of Allegiance and the Vice President’s Oath. She becomes …

    John Dramani Mahama of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has taken the oath of allegiance and the presidential oath to officially take over the reins of government as Ghana’s sixth President of the Fourth Republic. He was sworn in by the Chief Justice of Ghana Gertrude Torkornoo …

    The Koforidua High Court has upheld an injunction restraining the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Candidate, Ernest Kumi, from holding himself out as the Member of Parliament for Akwatia Constituency. The ruling also prevents the Clerk of Parliament from swearing him in as the MP for the constituency. …