Mohammed Kudus’ three-match suspension extended to five following Tottenham Incident
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Football Association (FA) has decided to extend Mohammed Kudus’ suspension to five matches. This decision comes in the wake of his red card incident during the match against Tottenham Hotspur last month. Initially, Kudus was facing a three-match ban, but the FA’s review has resulted in additional penalties. The incident […]
No person will be allowed to disrupt parliamentary proceedings, Speaker Bagbin assures
By Edzorna Francis Mensah The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has vowed to protect the integrity of parliament, democracy, and good governance. He assured Ghanaians that no person will be allowed to disrupt parliamentary proceedings under his watch. According to him, he was has sworn an oath to defend the constitution of Ghana […]
NDC Caucus assures of prioritizing Ghanaian interests as parliament resumes tomorrow
By Edzorna Francis Mensah The Chief Whip of the NDC Group in Parliament and MP for Adaklu, Governs Kwame Agbodza has reiterated the point that, “the NDC is a majority in Parliament, and the reason we have majority, you know it because three people from the NPP side have conducted themselves in a way that […]
My mission is to leave Parliament a stronger institution- Speaker Bagbin
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has underscored his commitment to reinforcing the authority and integrity of Ghana’s Parliament amid recent tensions over the declaration of four parliamentary seats as vacant. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, Mr. Bagbin stated that his primary focus as Speaker is to leave behind a more resilient […]
US Ambassador Virginia Palmer assures of strengthened relations between Ghana and US under President Trump
By Doreen Ampofo The US Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, says the outcome and conduct of the US elections should be a model for Ghana’s elections in December. At an early morning breakfast meeting with members of the Diplomatic Corp, CSOs, politicians and the media to monitor the outcome of US elections, Madam Palmer said […]
CIIG 2024 conference in Ho emphasizes need for insurance education and sector resilience
By Jones Anlimah The 2024 Educational Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana (CIIG) is underway in Ho, the capital of the Volta Region, bringing together insurance professionals from across the country. With the theme “Operational Resilience in a Changing Environment: Leveraging People, Process, and Technology,” the four-day event serves […]
FIFA President congratulates Donald Trump on Presidential victory
By Nana Kwame Bediako In a gesture of international camaraderie, FIFA President Gianni Infantino extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his victory as the 47th President of the United States. The announcement came shortly after the results of the U.S. general elections were confirmed on November 6, 2024. Infantino’s message not only acknowledged Trump’s […]
Dafeamekpor sues Speaker over vacancy seats in Parliament
By Edzorna Francis Mensah Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor the Member of Parliament representing the South Dayi constituency in the Volta Region is the latest to sue Speaker and parliament seeking declaration that, the sacked MPs have no right to enter the Chamber should the house resume Thursday, 7 November, 2024 as announced by The Speaker […]
INGOs contribute approximately $350m to Ghana’s economy each year – UN Resident Coordinator
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The United Nation’s Resident Coordinator in Ghana, H. E. Charles Abani has revealed that International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) operating in Ghana contribute approximately $350 million annually to the country’s economy. He said INGOs mobilized over $30 billion annually for humanitarian aid, health services, education, and human rights, particularly in fragile contexts. In […]
Dormant accounts with BOG hold over Gh₵167.8m, Ilapi reveals
BY KWEKU BOLTON The Institute for Liberty and Policy Innovation (ILAPI), in its mission to reduce inheritance poverty and improve human dignity, has uncovered significant sums of money in dormant accounts with the Bank of Ghana (BoG). According to ILAPI’s findings, these accounts hold over GH₵167.8 million, $14.6 million, GBP 2.4 million, and EUR 2.3 […]
