Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has summoned Parliament to sit on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. This decision comes in response to a petition from the Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin requesting an urgent recall of the House to deliberate on government business. In his response on Wednesday, August 7, the Speaker noted that a careful review […]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has vowed to investigate and prosecute individuals involved in the alleged “Agyapadie” document, which purports to reveal a grand scheme by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to annex state assets. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has dismissed the document as fabricated by his opponents to undermine his political career. Speaking […]

Nursing mothers have been advised not to substitute breast milk with cow milk products when feeding their babies. Dr Simon Osei Frimpong, Medical Superintendent of the Kwesimintsim Hospital in the Western Region, made these remarks during the distribution of cocoa products to breastfeeding mothers at the hospital by the Cocoa Processing Company (CPC). The distribution […]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has alleged that a company belonging to the brother of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, received a staggering GHS218 million from the Akufo-Addo government for five sole-sourced contracts. Addressing journalists during “The Moment of Truth” on August 7, 2024, Sammy Gyamfi, the party’s National Communications Officer, […]

Mother Viola Ford Fletcher, the oldest living survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre, has given her endorsement to Kamala Harris for the U.S. Presidency. She expressed her excitement and support, stating, “As a dual citizen of both the US and Ghana… I couldn’t be more excited for Kamala Harris as she embarks on the journey […]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused the government of awarding the rehabilitation of Sunyani Airport and two cocoa road projects to Resource Access Limited a brother of NPP flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, through sole sourcing. The party argues that this contradicts the New Patriotic Party’s previous criticism of sole sourcing before coming to power […]

Legendary Gospel singer Ohemaa Mercy has officially launched the 2024 edition of her annual gospel musical concert, Tehilla Experience. The launch of this year’s edition of the concert, themed “The Bethel Experience,” took place on Wednesday, August 7, at the Tang Palace Hotel in Accra. Several high-profile entertainment personalities were in attendance, including celebrated beat […]

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to review all development authorities if elected. Speaking during a media engagement in Bolgatanga to wrap up his tour of the Upper East Region, Mr. Mahama emphasised the need for a thorough reassessment of the Coastal, Middle Belt, and Northern Development Authorities. […]

Connie Chiume, a veteran South African actor who appeared in the Marvel film Black Panther, has died at the age of 72, her family has announced. The multi-award-winning actress starred in several South African TV shows including Rhythm City, Zone 14 and most recently, Gomora. Chiume was a trained teacher but later became a household […]

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has debunked assertions that guinea fowls under the Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA) flew to Burkina Faso during his tenure as president in 2014. It would be recalled that the management of SADA in 2014 made headlines when information broke that some guinea fowls […]

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has announced plans to host presidential and vice-presidential debates in October 2024. Despite earlier criticism from the National Democratic Congress over a lack of engagement, the IEA says it has since initiated discussions with various political parties to ensure their participation. Speaking to the media, distinguished fellow of the […]

The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) has published the names of some 43 professional bodies in Ghana that are not in good standing. This follows their failure to comply with the initial June 30 deadline to update their records. The professional bodies were required to file their annual returns and update their Certificate […]

Serene Insurance, a member of the First Sky Group and a leading general insurance company has been adjudged the Emerging Insurance Brand of the Year for 2023 with its Chief Executive Officer, Mercy Naa Koshie Boampong soaring tops as the CEO of the Year for 2023 under general insurance category at the 7th Ghana Insurance […]

Author Lawton Bentil has launched his latest book, “A Tale of a Poor Wise Man,” on Sunday, August 4. This compelling satire delves into the themes of personal leadership and the continent of Africa, offering a poignant commentary on the nature of wisdom and its application. The book centers around Asiedu, a protagonist endowed with […]

Members of the Locked-Up Investment Holders Forum have taken to the streets for the eleventh time, demanding payment of their locked-up funds. The group, comprising customers of distressed financial institutions, including NDK Financial Services, expressed disappointment at the Finance Minister’s reluctance to provide assurances for the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to pay funds locked up […]

The newly installed Chief of Awutu Bawjiase Nai Kwaku Osardu IV has called for peace after his installation. This follows the shooting of an individual in front of the Bawjiase palace by some men purported to be land guards a day before the installation ceremony. Despite the unfortunate event, the ceremony went ahead under strict […]

John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has issued a strong call for the government to ensure the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) operates without interference. Speaking during a media interaction in Bolgatanga, Mahama expressed his concerns about perceived government meddling in the affairs of the OSP. He highlighted the […]

John Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to hold those responsible for the financial loss of the Pwalugu Dam accountable if elected. Mahama stated that $12 million has been spent on the project, yet no work has been completed. The Pwalugu multipurpose dam was supposed to mitigate the recurring floods […]

Workers of the Produce Buying Company of Ghana (PBC) have gathered at Abeka Junction in protest over unpaid salaries. The aggrieved workers are heading to the headquarters of the company in Dzorwulu, where they are expected to register their displeasure with management. Disgruntled employees of the company were clouded in red attire with placards inscribed […]

The Chief Executive Officer of the University of Ghana Medical Center (UGMC), Dr. Kwame Anim-Boamah has commended the Inspector-General of Police Dr. George Akuffo Dampare and the Police Administration for the new image of the Ghana Police Service. The UGMC CEO made the statement when he and other senior officials of the hospital paid a […]