POLITICS

VIDEO: Abroad has come to Ghana- Wontumi drops another ‘bomb

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party(NPP), Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako known popularly as Chairman Wontumi has said that his party has through its new manifesto brought “abroad to Ghana”. According to him, the latest policies and programmes the government intends to introduce when given a second term to …

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LIVESTREAMED: Mahama speaks after NPP manifesto launch

The presidential candidate of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama earlier granted an interview on WoezorTV. Mr. Mahama answered questions on his seven-day tour of the Volta and Oti regions ahead of the December polls. The flagbearer met with traditional rulers, opinion leaders, organised labour, supporters, members, and activists of the …

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Breaking News: NDC financier shot dead! [Photos]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) constituency financier for Asunafo North in the Ahafo region, Akwasi Banahene, has reportedly been shot dead by unidentified persons. The incident was said to have occurred Friday night at Mim in his house. Reports say the deceased was returning from work when the sad incident …

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Akufo-Addo, Bawumia have done magic, there’s no alternative – Kufuor

Former president John Agyekum Kufuor has said the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia-led government has transformed the formerly ailing Ghanaian economy into one which is world acclaimed and healthy. According to the former leader who served the country from 2000-2008 on the ticket of the NPP, his successors have performed nothing short of outstanding and worthy …

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Full document: NPP’s 2020 manifesto

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has today, August 22, 2020 launched its manifesto ahead of the 2020 elections. The document according to the governing political party will consolidate the gains the party has achieved since taking over power. Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia who gave highlights from the manifesto said …

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Don’t be fooled, MPs can never construct roads – A.B.A Fuseini

Member of Parliament(MP) for Sagnarigu Constituency, Alhaji A. B. A. Fuseini says no Member of Parliament(MP) can construct roads in his or her constituency. According to him, Members of Parliament(MPs) promise to construct roads during campaigns with the hope of lobbying for them when they are given the opportunity. He …

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The record of two presidents contesting Ghana’s 2020 elections

The presidential election contest of 2020 is the third between President Nana Akufo-Addo and his immediate predecessor President John Mahama. In 2012 and 2016, Mahama was the incumbent whereas Akufo-Addo was the challenger. On this occasion, the table has turned, with Akufo-Addo as the incumbent and Mahama as the opposition …

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Allotey Jacobs seen at the commissioning of the Ekumfi Fruits Factory

Embattled former Central Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress(NDC), Allotey Jacobs was on Friday, August 21, 2020, spotted at the commissioning of the Eku Juice factory. On Friday, 21st August 2020, the President commissioned the Ekumfi Fruits and Juices Factory, an initiative of Government’s 1-District-1-Factory programme. The $15 million factory is the first …

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I need just four years to change Ghana – Ayariga

The founder of the All People’s Congress (APC) has appealed to Ghanaians to give him “just four years” to change the country. According to Dr. Hassan Ayariga, until Ghanaians stop recycling the NDC and NPP, the country will not see any significant change. Speaking on the Hotseat on Starr FM Friday, …

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What to expect in NPP’s 2020 manifesto

Details of the 2020 manifesto of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) remains a closely guarded secret ahead of an event to launch it on Saturday, August 21, 2020, in Cape Coast. However, GhanaWeb has gotten a rare insight into the broad areas that the governing party’s 2020 manifesto will cover. A highly …

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I’ll legalise Okada – Mahama promises

Former President John Mahama says he will legalise Okada operations if he wins power in December. According to the NDC flagbearer, even though the business of commercial motto riding is illegal in Ghana, it has created jobs for many unemployed young people. Addressing chiefs and people of Kpando in the …

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My Aim Is To Collapse NDC –Akua Donkor Reveals

Founder and Leader of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), Akua Donkor has revealed that her motive is to collapse the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the country. According to her, President John Dramani Mahama has destroyed all her records. Akua Donkor also revealed that the former President was behind Charlotte …

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Ahafo Region Shall Be The 2nd Stronghold Of NPP – Regional Minister

The Ahafo Regional Minister who doubles as the member of parliament for Asunafo North Constituency, Hon. Evans Opoku Bobie (MP) made a firm declaration during the Ahafo Regional NPP Campaign Launch, which took place at Goaso, that, with unity, determination and hardworking, the Ahafo Region shall surely become the second …

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Election 2020: Mahama is my target, not Jane – Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo has said that the “target” for his campaign in the run-up to the 2020 elections is the former President and flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama and not his running mate, because “she’s not on the ticket and when people go to vote, …

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VIDEO: Results Fair: Bawumia should go and learn quantity surveying- Yammin

A former deputy Ashanti Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Yammin has slammed Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia for comparing the cost of the Kwame Nkrumah Circle interchange under ex-President John Mahama to that of four other interchanges being constructed by President Akufo-Addo, MyNewsGh.com reports. In an interview on Kumasi-based Pure FM with Yaw Nimako …

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Sleeping NDC has no message, no manifesto – Akufo-Addo teases

Leader of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Adoo has expressed shock at the lack of a campaign message and manifesto by the National Democratic Congress(NDC). According to him, the opposition NDC has stayed home for four good years but still cannot settle on their message and manifesto for the …

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School reopening critical – WHO to African Leaders

The World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations children’s agency have urged African governments to promote the safe reopening of schools during the coronavirus pandemic. They say prolonged closure of schools is harmful to students and want governments to invest in sanitation facilities to prevent the spread of coronavirus in …

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How Magic Mushrooms Can Help Reduce Anxiety And Depression

Magic mushrooms are known as a recreational drug, but emerging studies are changing medical and public perspectives. Promising research shows that magic mushrooms may help treat depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and distress related to terminal illness with long-lasting effects. Psychedelic Canada has been used for thousands of years by indigenous societies …

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WAEC rejects accusations of leaking exams questions

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) says it cannot be blamed for mass leakage of exams questions on social media. Mounting a strong defence the Council touted its strict security protocols before and after the printing of exam questions. This comes after the general public and some stakeholders in the …

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Group threatens to stop 2020 elections over non-implementation of ROPAA

The Chairman of the Progressive Alliance Movement, Dr Kofi Boateng has threatened to place an injunction on the upcoming December polls over the failure of the Electoral Commission to implement the Representation of People’s Amendment Act (ROPAA). Speaking on Starr Today on Thursday, Dr Boateng lamented that Ghanaians citizens in …

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NDC Has No Good Policy For The Youth Of Ghana – Nana B

In the early hours of the day, the Ahafo Regional NPP launched its campaign team to face the December general elections. The New Patriotic Party Regional Executives in Ahafo, Constituency Executives and other proponents of the party were part of the launching. The unflagging National Youth Organizer for the New …

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Atik Mohammed officially bows out of PNC

Atik Mohammed has officially stepped out of the race for position in the People’s National Convention (PNC). The embattled General Secretary says he won’t seek re-election neither is he desiring to play any leadership role in the party, stressing he is done with the PNC. According to him, he would …

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WASSCE leakage: WAEC boss asked to resign

A lecturer with the Cape Coast University says the head of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) in Ghana must take the ultimate responsibility for the massive leakage of West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) questions by leaving his post. According to Dr. Kenneth Aikins, such an action will …

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