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February 7, 2024

Akufo-Addo To Deliver State Of the Nation Address On 27 February

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is expected to deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on Tuesday 27 February. Majority Leader and Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu announced this on Tuesday, (6 February) when Parliament reconvened. This is in accordance

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024

New Standing Orders Require MPs To Recite National Pledge And Undergo Roll Call

Starting from Tuesday, February 6, parliamentary sessions will kick off with the recitation of the National Pledge, signifying the implementation of the new standing orders. This significant amendment in the new standing orders mandates heads of institutions to personally appear before

February 5, 2024February 5, 2024

IPAC Should Meet To Find Ways To Resolve Election Date Change Brouhaha – Kpemka

A former Deputy Attorney General, Joseph Dindiok Kpemka, has called for stakeholder engagement with the Electoral Commission (EC) and political parties on the proposed change in the electoral date. According to him, reaching a consensus makes it easier for all parties

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024

We Will Work Hard To Resolve The Bawku Impasse – Mahama

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Mahama has assured Bawku residents that he will prioritise restoring peace in the community if he is successful in the upcoming elections. The former President stated that it was unfortunate that tensions in

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024

I’m Worried About Our Democracy – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu On Exit Of Experienced MPs

The Majority Leader in Parliament, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, expressed his concerns about the state of the country's democracy due to the departure of experienced lawmakers from the legislative house. During an interview on GTV, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu emphasised the need for serious reflection

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

Government Must Withdraw ‘Unnecessary’ Emissions Levy Immediately – Nana B

The National Organiser of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, commonly known as Nana B, is urging the government to immediately withdraw the Emissions Levy. Nana B contends that emission levies are typically imposed on developed nations that

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

Parliament To Resume On February 6

The Fourth Session of the Eighth Parliament of the Fourth Republic, in accordance with Article 112(1) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, is set to commence on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. This was after the house adjourned sine die, on Saturday,

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024

No Government Can Collapse Okada Business – Mahama

The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC)Mr John Mahama, for the 2024 general elections, says the motorcycle transportation industry (Okada) has established itself and is unassailable by any government. Addressing a huge gathering at the Agormanya Saint Martin’s Parish

February 1, 2024February 1, 2024

“DMB-Napo Pair Best Bet For NPP—-NPP USA Youth Organiser Asserts.

The Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) branch in the USA, Danny Opoku Antwi says the pairing of the Vice President with the Energy Minister, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh as ticket for the 2024 election would bring good fortunes

February 1, 2024February 1, 2024

“I Do Not Fear Delegates, I Respect Their Judgement”—-Hon Freda Prempeh.

Hon Freda Prempeh, incumbent Member of Parliament (MP) for Tano North who lost her bid in seeking for a fourth term as parliamentary candidate of the NPP says she is not bitter that delegates did not renew her mandate during last