Ernest Yaw Kumi, the Member of Parliament(MP) for Akwatia Constituency, was found guilty of contempt of court by the Koforidua, Eastern Region, High Court. The decision comes after he disregarded a temporary order that prevented him from taking the oath of office as a lawmaker. After Kumi did not show …
Read More »Gov’t to pay Cocoa farmers 70% of World Market Price
The government will provide cocoa producers 70% of the global market price for their produce, up from the 60% that was first suggested, according to announcements made by Eric Opoku, Minister of Food and Agriculture. Motivating farmers, boosting output, and solidifying Ghana’s standing as the world’s second-largest cocoa producer are …
Read More »Sam George orders NCA to shut down 7 radio stations
Seven radio stations nationwide have been forced to close by Samuel Nartey George, Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation. “The decision was made to enforce adherence to national security requirements and broadcasting regulations,” he said. “Today, in two separate cases, I have directed the National Communications Authority Ghana to …
Read More »National Economic Dialogue slated for March 3rd and 4th
According to the Ghanaian government, the National Economic Dialogue is scheduled for March 3 and 4, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of Government Communications, revealed in a statement that President John Mahama will lead the discussion and provide the keynote presentation. “The government …
Read More »Sophia Akuffo promises to offer honest, unbiased advice to Mahama
Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo, who is currently a member of the Council of State, has justified her eligibility to serve on the advisory council by highlighting her credentials and autonomy. Edward Doe Adjaho is the chairman of the Council of State, which consists of 31 members, including the previous …
Read More »Convince doubters of your importance – President Mahama to Council of State
The newly sworn-in 31-member Council of State has been challenged by President John Mahama to prove their value and allay public doubts about the institution’s usefulness. He emphasized the necessity for significant contributions to national governance while acknowledging growing criticism of the Council’s efficacy during his remarks at Tuesday’s swearing-in …
Read More »NUGS to demonstrate against WAEC over withheld WASSCE results
In protest of the West African Examinations Council’s (WAEC) decision to withhold and cancel the results for certain students who took the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has announced plans to hold a demonstration on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. With …
Read More »Ken Ofori-Atta no longer a wanted person – OSP
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta is no longer wanted, according to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). On February 17, 2024, the OSP formally announced that former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta was wanted in relation to several allegations pertaining to corruption. Additionally, the OSP released a warning …
Read More »President Mahama submits asset declaration form to Auditor-General
President John Dramani Mahama officially gave the Auditor-General his completed asset declaration papers on Tuesday, marking a major step toward encouraging accountability and transparency among public officials. In compliance with Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, this legislation demonstrates President Mahama’s dedication to combating corruption and upholding responsible administration. Following …
Read More »President Mahama swears in 31 members of Council of State
Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo, former Speaker of Parliament Edward Doe Adjaho, and thirty other notable people have been formally sworn in as members of the Council of State by President John Dramani Mahama. The Council is charged with advising and assisting the President on important national issues, therefore the …
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