POLITICS

I haven’t started opposing NDC yet – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has indicated that, despite being the leader of the opposition in Parliament, he is currently allowing the government some leeway to operate without encountering strong resistance. He believes that the time for a more aggressive opposition has not yet come. Speaking on Channel One TV, Afenyo-Markin …

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Appoint qualified PWDs to leadership roles – GFD to Mahama

The Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations (GFD) has called on President John Mahama to appoint qualified Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) into government positions and across Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies. It said this would demonstrate his commitment to disability inclusion in the country. A statement signed by Mr. Joseph Atsu …

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The NPP Didn’t Lose the Elections on Election Day

  In the wake of the 2024 elections, it is critical to reflect on the journey that led to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) losing political power. While the official declaration was made a few days after the election day, the seeds of defeat were sown long before that moment. …

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Ghana Freedom Party to announce Akua Donkor’s replacement soon

GFP Parliamentary Candidate for Nsawam Adoagyiri, Patrick Tetteh revealed this to the press on November 1 during a briefing on the current status of the party. GFP has also assured to meet all requirements outlined by the Electoral Commission to prepare them adequately for the December polls. “The party has …

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Akua Donkor: Ejuratia residents mourn as daughter calls for state burial

Inhabitants of Ejuratia in the Afigya Kwabre South District of the Ashanti Region, the birthplace of the late Akua Donkor, leader of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), are in mourning following the news of her death. Sympathizers are flocking to the family home of the late presidential candidate to offer …

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Dr Bawumia supports tax waivers on medical equipment, materials meant for church projects

Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has supported the call for tax exemption for medical equipment and materials imported by churches and faith-based organizations (FBOs) for health and education projects. He said as a matter of policy, his government would make some churches and FBOs development partners, to help accelerate the infrastructural …

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NAGRAT threatens strike over unpaid allowances and unfulfilled agreements

President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Angel Carbonu, has expressed his displeasure at what he describes as a deliberate attempt by the government to ignore their concerns until they lay down their tools. According to him, teachers are yet to receive their allowances among other benefits as …

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I am not scared of anyone – NDC’s Emelia Arthur ready to fight for victory in December Elections

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Shama in the Western Region, Emelia Arthur, has expressed her readiness to secure a win in the upcoming December elections. In an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme Monday, she said she is not intimidated by anyone and believes that victory …

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Grain export ban: Bryan Acheampong takes on Peasant Farmers Association

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, has fought off claims there was no consultation before the decision to ban the export of key grains, including maize, rice, and soybean. According to him, the decision was in the best interest of the nation and relevant stakeholders couldn’t have been left …

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