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November 29, 2024November 29, 2024

Partisan Appointments Trump Meritocracy in Ghana – Professor Ransford Gyampo

Professor Ransford Gyampo, a renowned political scientist at the University of Ghana, has sounded a warning bell about the negative impact of partisan appointments on the productivity of Ghana's civil service. According to Professor Gyampo, the practice of appointing party sympathizers

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

Political Parties Sign Peace Pact Ahead Of December Elections

Political parties and their presidential candidates contesting the upcoming December 7 elections have signed a peace pact to ensure a peaceful electoral process. The pact commits all parties to maintaining peace before, during, and after the polls. The Electoral Commission (EC)

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

Chief Justice Urges Youth To Serve The Nation With Integrity and Selflessness

Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo has called on young people to embrace a strong sense of national service, emphasizing the importance of integrity and selflessness in contributing to the country’s progress. Speaking at the 2024 Enhanced Chief Justice’s Mentoring Programme in

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

EC Suspends Decision To Limit Media Access At Collation Centres

The Electoral Commission (EC) has decided to suspend its directive to restrict the number of accredited media outlets allowed at collation centres during the December 7 elections. Dr. Bossman Asare, Deputy Commissioner of the EC, announced the suspension during the “Graphic

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

‘I Stand By My Endorsement Of Bawumia’ – Kufuor Amid Criticism

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has firmly dismissed calls to refrain from expressing his views on the 2024 general elections, following backlash over his endorsement of NPP flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Critics, including Movement for Change flagbearer Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, have

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

Political Parties Set To Sign Peace Pact Ahead Of Election 2024 Today

The National Peace Council will convene today, Thursday, November 28, with representatives from all political parties and their presidential candidates in the upcoming December 7 elections, to sign a peace pact aimed at ensuring a peaceful electoral process. The peace agreement

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

‘Mbappe Fell Flat When Needed’ – Why Real Madrid Are In Trouble

Real Madrid’s situation in the Champions League is looking increasingly precarious, with three losses in their last five matches and a tough road ahead to qualify for the next stage. Sitting 24th in the standings after a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024

Election 2024: EC to Limit Media Access To Regional Collation Centres

The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced new guidelines for media and observer access to collation centres during the 2024 general elections, aiming to ensure a secure and efficient process. Under the updated rules, only eight media houses will be permitted at

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024

Election 2024: Alan Kyerematen Unveils “Fa Dada Begye Fofro” Policy to Revolutionize Transport Sector

Alan Kyerematen, the founder and leader of the Movement for Change, has introduced a groundbreaking policy called "Fa Dada Begye Fofro" — meaning "Exchange the old for a new one" — aimed at transforming the transport industry in Ghana if he

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024

Ex-Argentina Midfielder Mascherano Appointed New Head Coach of Inter Miami

Javier Mascherano, the former Argentina, Liverpool, and Barcelona midfielder, has been named the new head coach of Major League Soccer side Inter Miami. The 40-year-old, who also had stints at River Plate and West Ham, has signed a three-year contract that