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Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu objects to sole use of GhanaCard for Voter registration

1,407  The Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has expressed his reservations about the Electoral Commission’s (EC) proposal to use the Ghana Card as the sole document for voter registration in the 2024 elections. Citing the ongoing challenges in the issuance of Ghana Cards by the National Identification Authority (NIA), Mr. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu argued that it would be […]

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IMF Board suggests 50% increase in quota allocated to Ghana, other members

1,429  The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has put forward a proposition for a 50% quota increase for member countries, including Ghana, based on their existing quotas. This proposal is subject to approval by the Board of Governors. The recommendation follows guidance provided by the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) during […]

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NPP must prioritize merit over regional background in running mate selection – Ameyaw Akumfi

1,262  A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the board chairman for the Public Procurement Authority, Professor Ameyaw Akumfi, has advised the NPP not to focus exclusively on selecting a running mate from the Ashanti Region. This advice comes in the wake of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s election as the party’s […]

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Collaboration between NDC and TUC essential for achieving better economic growth-John Mahama

1,478  Former President John Mahama on Tuesday 7th November,2023 delivered a policy paper on behalf of the opposition NDC at a dialogue with the Trades Union Congress of Ghana. He emphasized that the collaboration between his party (NDC)and the TUC is essential for achieving better economic growth, improved working conditions, and the overall well-being of […]

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‘That could be the game-changer’ – TUC extols Mahama’s 24-hour economy proposal

1,502  The Trades Union Congress has lauded John Dramani Mahama’s 24-hour economy proposal saying it is the game-changer and surest way to curb the nation’s unemployment. The proposal, which has already been stated in the NDC’s 2020 manifesto, has been reiterated by the party’s flag bearer as a major initiative he will consider should he […]

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We’re probing alleged corruption in procurement of new BoG headquarters – OSP to Mahama Ayariga

1,454  The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has officially received a petition from Bawku Central MP, Mahama Ayariga seeking an inquiry into suspected corruption related to the procurement process for the new Bank of Ghana headquarters in Accra. In his complaint, Mr Ayariga raised concerns about the potential involvement of high-ranking officials including the […]

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Chairman Akwasi Nti blasts Wontumi for allegedly hijacking NPP as his bonafide property

1,664  Former Fomena NPP Constituency Chairman, Mr. Akwasi Nti has hit the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako hard for taking the NPP as his bonafide property. He described the administration of Chairman Bernard Antwi Bosiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, as autocratic and a tyrant. Speaking on Akoma […]

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NPP primary was strategically and tactically skewed in favour of Bawumia – Alan Kyerematen reiterates position

1,556  Founder of the Movement for Change, Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, has reiterated his assertion that the NPP presidential primary was tilted in favour of one particular candidate. He says the outcome of the polls as witnessed Saturday, November 4, 2023, was a confirmation of the allegations he had made earlier. According to Mr. Kyerematen, […]

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Acquire vocational skills to be economically independent-NDC PC urges Ghanaian youth

1,825  NDC parliamentary candidate hopeful for Asante Akyem North Constituency in the Ashanti Region, Chief Kofi Asamoah, has urged Ghanaian youth to acquire vocational skills so that they can be free from economic hardship   He gave the advice after he had organized a week-long entrepreneurial skills training for the jobless youth in his constituency. […]