Politics

IMANI Center for Policy and Education has invited the flagbearers of the two main political parties to a political debate ahead of the 2024 general elections. In a Facebook post, IMANI announced that they have received a response from the office of John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National …

On July 16, 2024, a significant discussion took place in Accra during the popular political evening show “Simpieso” on Atinka FM, hosted by Owoahene Nana Acheampong. The show, renowned for its engaging debates and insights, had invited Mr. Bright Botchway, the National Deputy Director for the Traders and Artisans Network …

The people of Akyem Swedru Constituency in the Eastern Region had a rare opportunity to meet their Member of Parliament (MP) and other key players to discuss the issues confronting the area and chart a common way forward. In an unprecedented move, the Member of Parliament for the area and …

Mr. Joseph Archibald, a prominent politician, entrepreneur, and a member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), has recently emphasized the need for Ghana to embrace electronic voting (e-voting). This modern approach to elections could address many of the inefficiencies and challenges associated with traditional voting methods. Archibald’s call comes …

The National Deputy Director of the Trade and Artisans Network for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Bright Botchway has indicated that the National Cathedral project has become a glaring symbol of the lack of transparency and accountability under the administration of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Mahamudu …

Parliament adjourned sitting on Monday, July 15, 2024, after only 24 MPs appeared in the House. The Minority had earlier threatened to disrupt Parliamentary business with concerns of a quorum if the majority caucus failed to avail themselves of the business of the house. During proceedings on Monday, the Member …

The running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has apologised for his comments about Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah. In a brief statement, Dr Opoku Prempeh popularly known as NAPO explained that his comments were his personal opinion and were not intended to disrespect Kwame …

Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, has resigned from his position as Energy Minister. The announcement comes after the Manhyia South MP was outdoored as the running mate of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Meanwhile, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has accepted the …

The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has accused the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, of running away from a possible debate because he is afraid his “empty policies will be exposed.” Bawumia said he is looking forward to a debate …

Parliament has approved the nominations of Herbert Krapah as the Minister of State for the Energy Ministry and Kofi Ahenkorah Marfo as the Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry. President Akufo-Addo, last week nominated the Deputy Energy Minister to be a Minister of State at the Energy Ministry after the …