President Akufo Addo has stated that the establishment of the National Service Authority (NSA) out of the previous institution (the National Service Scheme), is a bold step forward that will go a long way to enhance the efforts of the organisation aimed at building the youthful population of the country and instilling a sense of …
Read MoreVice President and presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has thrown a jab at the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its caucus in Parliament noting that the party and its members in the House cannot use political tactics to manufacture parliamentary majority for themselves. Dr Mahamudu Bawumia speaking to a …
Read MoreThe Majority Caucus in Parliament has pointed out that the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin dangerously overreached his authority when he delivered a ruling that effectively declared four parliamentary seats vacant and tilted the balance of power in the House from the Majority caucus to the Minority caucus. In what he described as …
Read MoreUniversity Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has long been a steadfast advocate for both the welfare of its members and the advancement of national education. However, the recent strike aimed at banning galamsey (a term meaning “gather them and sell”) raises important questions about its long-term effectiveness. Drawing on insights from Professor Isaac Boadi, a …
Read MoreAs part of efforts to ensure a free, fair, transparent, and peaceful presidential and parliamentary elections on 7 December 2024, Ghana is scheduled to host the “PeaceGoals2024” event organised by the Organisation for African Development (OAD). This event will feature the Barcelona FC Legends including Brazilian football star Ronaldinho Gaúcho and former Black Stars Legends …
Read MoreThe Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has disqualified Joana Gyan Cudjoe, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Amenfi Central, from contesting in the 2024 parliamentary elections. The EC’s decision is based on an order issued by the high court in Sekondi, which has imposed an injunction on her candidacy pending the final determination …
Read MorePresident Akufo-Addo has challenged NDC flagbearer John Dramani Mahama to engage in a public debate with Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the Vice-President and NPP presidential candidate. The president believes Ghanaians deserve to see both candidates tackle pressing national issues and offer solutions ahead of the 2024 elections. Speaking during a campaign stop at Damongo in the …
Read MoreThe Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that the certified voters’ register for the 2024 general elections will be ready by the first week of November. This timeline was disclosed by EC chairperson, Jean Mensa, during an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting held on Tuesday (15 October). Madam Mensa assured political parties and stakeholders that the …
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