Politics Archives - Page 21 of 66

September 19, 2024September 19, 2024

Goaso Paramount Chief Calls for Voter Register Audit

Nana Akwasi Bosomprah, Paramount Chief of Goaso, has urged Electoral Commissioner Jean Mensa to conduct a forensic audit of the voter register. This comes after the Electoral Commission expressed willingness to meet with the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), which has

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

IEA Cancels Presidential Encounter With Cheddar

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has cancelled its Presidential Evening Encounter with the founder and leader of the New Force Movement, Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar. The cancellation comes after Cheddar pulled out of the encounter after he

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

No Compromise on Forensic Audit, Insists Gyamfi

The National Communications Officer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, says the party will not back down on its demand for a forensic audit of the voter's register. According to him, the numerous irregularities identified by the party

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Mahama Launches Ahafo Region Campaign Tour, Shares Vision for Ghana’s Future

Former President John Dramani Mahama embarked on a 2-day campaign tour in Ghana's Ahafo region, connecting with citizens and sharing his vision for development. Mahama's plan focuses on: Enhancing agriculture through modern techniques and financial support Empowering farmers to boost output

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Police Officer Injured in Kumasi NDC Protest Clash

The Ghana Police Service (GPS) has launched an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred during a National Democratic Congress (NDC) protest in Kumasi. The incident left a police officer injured. Tension escalated during the "Enough is Enough" demonstration when protesters

September 18, 2024September 17, 2024

NDC Chief Warns of Potential Conflict if Voter Register Demands Not Met

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has staged a nationwide protest demanding a forensic audit of Ghana's voters register. he party's National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has warned that failure to address their concerns could lead to serious consequences. Addressing thousands of

September 18, 2024September 17, 2024

ECOWAS Official Urges Domestic Resolution of Ghana’s Voter Register Dispute

Ebenezer Ofosu Asiedu, head of the Democracy and Good Governance Division at the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS), has dismissed the need for an external audit of Ghana's voters register. He believes that the concerns raised can be adequately

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

Run-Off Likely in 2024 Presidential Election, Survey Suggests

As the December 7 polls approach, a recent survey conducted by the office of the president indicates a likely run-off in the upcoming presidential elections. The report reveals that neither the NDC nor the NPP is projected to secure an outright

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

24 Candidates File For Presidential Slot

Ghana’s Presidential election is shaping up to be a highly competitive affair, with 24 candidates submitting their nominations to the Electoral Commission (EC) ahead of the December 7 polls. The list of aspirants includes a mix of seasoned politicians and newcomers,

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

Do NDC Have Evidence About Bloated Register?- Kweku Baako Asks

Veteran Journalist Abdul Malik Kweku Baako has thrown a challenge to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to provide evidence to support their demand for an independent forensic audit of Ghana’s Register of Voters. In a recent write-up, Kweku Baako Jnr questioned