The Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr. Rasheed Draman, has called for a thorough investigation into the bribery allegations surrounding the Appointments Committee of Parliament. Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Wednesday, January 29, Dr. Draman noted that this is not the …
Read More »Over 3,200 Ghanaians set to be deported from US following Trump’s new order
A report by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has revealed that 3,228 Ghanaians are among over 1.4 million immigrants listed for deportation. The fiscal statistics from November 2024 indicate that a total of 1,445,549 individuals face deportation, with significant numbers from various African countries. This includes 3,690 Nigerians, …
Read More »Fans concerned as new video of Okomfo Kwadee shows deteriorating health
A new video of legendary Ghanaian musician Jerry Anaba, popularly known as Okomfo Kwadee, has surfaced, sparking concerns about his health. The footage shows the once vibrant artist looking significantly deteriorated and unhealthy. Okomfo Kwadee has faced health challenges in recent years, including battles with mental health issues and substance …
Read More »Haruna Iddrisu condemns Acting Petroleum Commission CEO for attacking MP
The Education Minister and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has criticized the actions of the Acting CEO of the Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle, calling for a public apology and retraction over her conduct. This comes in the wake of a viral video from the Parliamentary Appointments Committee, …
Read More »3 ladies with concealed narcotics in suitcases remanded
Accra High Court has remanded into lawful custody two South Africans and a Nigerian accused of possessing over 16 kg of methamphetamine, a narcotic drug. This follows their arrest at the Kotoka International Airport on January 20, 2025, by officials of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC). The accused persons (names …
Read More »Trump offers millions of federal workers eight months pay to resign
Trump offers millions of federal workers eight months pay to resign SourceBBC United StatesInternational January 29, 2025 7:37 am – FacebookWhatsApp President-elect Donald Trump gestures as he meets with House Republicans on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on November 13. Brian Snyder/Reuters President-elect Donald Trump gestures as he meets with …
Read More »Official: Mahama sworn in as 6th president of fourth republic
John Dramani Mahama has officially been sworn in as the 6th President of Ghana’s Fourth Republic in a grand ceremony held at the Independence Square on January 7, 2025. The historic event marked Mahama’s return to the presidency after a previous term ended in 2017, making him the first leader …
Read More »Don’t hesitate to reach out – Bola Tinubu tells President Mahama
Nigerian President Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s strong support for Ghana’s newly inaugurated President, John Dramani Mahama. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Accra on 7th January 2025, Tinubu conveyed his solidarity and expressed his commitment to strengthening the relationship between the two neighbouring nations. Addressing the gathering, President …
Read More »Mahama vows to fortify Ghana’s healthcare amid rising global health risks
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his dedication to enhancing Ghana’s public health systems to better equip the nation against future health crises, particularly those linked to the ongoing climate emergency. Delivering his inaugural address on 7th December at the Black Star Square, President Mahama presented his vision for a …
Read More »Parliament to reconvene early November – Speaker
The Office of the Speaker of Parliament is working towards the recall of the House in early November. This follows the petition of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Caucus of the House to the Speaker to reconvene the meeting to consider urgent matters before it. Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, …
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