New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant, Francis Addai-Nimoh, has admitted that the departure of a leading member of the party, Alan Kyerematen, would affect the party’s fortunes. According to him, although he respects Mr Kyerematen’s decision to leave, the impact of his exit on the party is undoubtedly worrisome. Mr …
Read More »We are creating only 1 constituency, not 25’ – EC clarifies
The Electoral Commission (EC) has dismissed claims of creating 25 new constituencies ahead of the 2024 election. This follows reports that the Commission has commenced procedures for establishing 25 new constituencies. The Commission in a release dated October 31, and signed by the Acting Head of Public Affairs, Micheal Boadu …
Read More »VRA to be hauled before Parliament over Akosombo Dam spillage says Majority Leader
Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has revealed that the Volta River Authority (VRA) will be hauled before Parliament to answer questions over the spillage of the Akosombo Dam which has displaced many residents. More than 30,000 residents along the Volta River have been displaced with properties running into millions of cedis …
Read More »We can’t accept the blame for Thursday’s power cut – ECG MD replies GNPC
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) says it can also not accept blame for Thursday’s power cut experienced in some parts of the country. On October 26, the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) in a statement explained that the cause of the power cuts was due to limited gas supply …
Read More »Military detachment moves in to maintain peace in Nkwanta following ethnic clashes
A detachment of military personnel has moved in to maintain peace emanating from gunshots and destruction of property, following clashes between key ethnic groups in Nkwanta last Friday 27th October, 2023. Bright Lenwah, the chairman of Nkwanta Municipal Security Council in an interview said calm have being restored since the …
Read More »House of Chiefs to state agencies: Ensure proper resettlement of victims of Akosombo dam spillage
The National House of Chiefs, has emphasised the need for a comprehensive approach to the resettlement of those impacted by the Akosombo dam spillage. Over 2, 6000 households have been affected following flooding caused by the spillage of the Akosombo dam. Speaking at a meeting in Kumasi vice-president of the …
Read More »No order has been issued for soldiers to withdraw rescue operation – GAF responds to Ablakwa’s claims
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has strongly refuted reports suggesting that an order has been issued for the withdrawal of soldiers assigned to relief and rescue operations in areas affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage. In a statement dated October 22, 2023, GAF asserted its unwavering commitment to delivering the …
Read More »Conduct of Public Officers Bill will be passed into law under this Parliament – Deputy Attorney General
A Deputy Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alfred Tuah-Yeboah, has given the assurance that the Conduct of Public Officers Bill would be enacted into law under the tenure of the current Parliament. Speaking on JoyNews’ The Probe, the Deputy Attorney General described the Bill as a “sunshine Bill” …
Read More »I’m not an investigative agent, if you want evidence, go to the forest – Frimpong-Boateng to AG
Former Environment Minister, Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, has responded to the Attorney General’s Office’s statement for “hard evidence” in relation to the allegations in his report on illegal mining activities in the country. The AG’s office, last week indicated that the accusations in Prof. Frimpong Boateng’s report are empty and do …
Read More »Video: We’ll beat any delegate who votes for Bawumia in Assin Central, Ken Agyapong’s supporter declares
An avid supporter of New Patriotic Party, flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Agyapong, has threatened to cause mayhem against any delegate who would vote for Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia in the upcoming delegates’ election. According to him, delegates in the constituency who fail to vote for the pugnacious MP of Assin Central would …
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