Politics

Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin Assumes Blame for Vetting Disruptions

1,095  Minority leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has taken full responsibility for the chaos that erupted during the vetting of some ministerial nominees last week. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on February 4, 2025, Afenyo-Markin acknowledged the disruptions which caused concern among the general public. The Effutu MP pleaded with Speaker Alban Bagbin to reconsider his […]

Crime

Public Alert: CSA Warns of Surge in Online Investment Scams

1,068  The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has issued a warning about a surge in fraudulent online investment schemes. These scams promise high returns on investments, but instead, victims lose their money. Here are the key points: Modus Operandi 1. Scammers pose as subsidiaries of established foreign companies. 2. They advertise on social media, encouraging victims […]

Politics

Bawumia’s Candidacy Under Fire: Concerned NPP Traders of Kumasi Say He Can’t Win in 2028

1,667  The Concerned NPP Traders of Kumasi are advocating for a change in the party’s Presidential Candidate for the 2028 elections, citing the poor performance of Dr. Alhaji Mahmud Bawumia in the 2024 elections. They argue that Bawumia’s candidacy did not yield the expected results, particularly in the northern regions and among Islamic voters. The […]

Politics

Nana Adwoa Foriwaa Breaks Barriers as First Female Nominee for Ashanti Region Council of State Rep

1,281  Nana Adwoa Foriwaa, the Queen mother of Nsuta Fuaman traditional area, has made history by becoming the first female nominee for the Ashanti Region Council of State Representative position. This milestone marks a significant shift in the status quo, as women have been underrepresented in this role. As the ninth nominee, Nana Adwoa Foriwaa’s […]

Politics

No Immediate Plans to Decongest Adum Traders – Ashanti Regional Minister

1,582  Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, has clarified that there are currently no plans to decongest traders at Adum. This statement comes amidst concerns about the congested state of the area. As the newly appointed Regional Minister, Dr. Amoakohene we as nominated by President John Dramani Mahama and has since been approved by […]

Politics

Speaker Bagbin’s Decision to Suspend MPs Justified, Says Edudzi Tameklo

1,301  Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, Director of Legal Affairs for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has come out in defense of Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to suspend four Members of Parliament. According to Edudzi Tameklo, the Speaker applied his discretionary responsibility to maintain order and discipline in the House, following the chaos that erupted at the […]