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January 7, 2025January 7, 2025

Ghana’s 9th Parliament Inaugurated Amid Legal Dispute Over Akwatia Seat

Ghana’s 9th Parliament under the Fourth Republic was officially inaugurated on January 7, 2025, marking the start of a new legislative chapter. The event took place at Parliament House in Accra, following the dissolution of the 8th Parliament at midnight. Alban

January 6, 2025January 6, 2025

Mahama Backs Alban Bagbin As Speaker In 9th Parliament

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has officially asked the National Democratic Congress (NDC) leadership in Parliament to nominate Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin as Speaker of the 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic. This decision, made after consultations with NDC leadership, highlights Bagbin’s long-standing contributions

January 4, 2025January 4, 2025

Parliament to Convene on January 7 for Election of New Speaker

Parliament has called on all Members of Parliament to assemble on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 12:05 a.m. for the election of a new Speaker and Deputy Speakers, as well as the swearing-in of the Speaker and Members of the Ninth

January 4, 2025January 4, 2025

Mahama Appoints Interim National Security Team, Including Gbevlo-Lartey and Kofi Boakye

President-Elect John Dramani Mahama has announced the formation of a six-member interim team to handle national security matters until substantive appointments are made. The new team, which will begin its work on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, is expected to oversee the

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025

Akufo-Addo: No Amount of Noise Can Undermine Free SHS Achievements

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo recently reflected on the monumental impact of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, asserting that no amount of criticism could erase the undeniable data backing the success of the initiative. Speaking during his final State

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025

Akufo-Addo to Deliver Final State of the Nation Address Ahead of Parliament’s Dissolution

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is set to deliver his final State of the Nation Address on Friday, January 3, 2025, ahead of the dissolution of the 8th Parliament. In line with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, the President will

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

Mahama Calls for National Unity to Overcome Ghana’s Challenges

Former President John Dramani Mahama has called for unity among all political parties to drive Ghana’s transformation and address the country’s challenges. Speaking at the 31st all-night service at the Sanctuary of Wind and Fire Assemblies of God in Tamale on

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

New Year, New Hope: Akufo-Addo’s Farewell Message Inspires Ghanaians

In his final address as President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered an inspiring New Year’s message to Ghanaians, urging them to face 2025 with renewed hope, unity, and determination. Reflecting on the challenges and accomplishments of his tenure, Akufo-Addo emphasized the

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

High Court to Deliver Ruling on NPP’s Mandamus Application Regarding Election Results on January 4

The High Court will deliver its ruling on January 4, 2025, regarding the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) mandamus application, which seeks to compel the Electoral Commission (EC) to complete the collation of election results in four disputed constituencies: Tema Central, Okaikwei

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Monetization Threatens NPP’s Future, Constitution Needs Overhaul – Appiah Kubi

MP Calls for Reforms Following Party’s 2024 Election Defeat Following the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) defeat in the 2024 general elections, Member of Parliament for Asante Akim North, Andy Appiah Kubi, has called for a thorough overhaul of the party’s constitution.