Ghana’s 9th Parliament officially inaugurated
Ghana’s 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic has been officially inaugurated, signaling the start of a new legislative session. The historic ceremony took place in the early hours of Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Parliament House in Accra, following the midnight dissolution of the 8th Parliament. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin was sworn in as Speaker […]
MPs take seats ahead of 9th Parliament inauguration
Members of Parliament-Elect from the 2024 parliamentary election have started arriving in the Chamber of Parliament to take their oath of office, marking the formal commencement of their four-year term. The swearing-in ceremony will usher in the 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic, with MPs pledging to uphold the constitution and serve their constituencies. A […]
Julius Debrah named Chief of Staff ahead of inauguration
By: Edzorna Francis Mensah President-Elect, John Dramani Mahama has appointed Julius Debrah as Chief of Staff in his latest appointment just less than 24 hours to his inauguration as president. This was contained in a press release issued on Monday and signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu who has been appointed as Acting Spokesperson for the […]
PPC congratulates Speaker Bagbin on renomination as Speaker of 9th Parliament
By: Framklin ASARE-DONKOH The leadership and entire membership of the Parliamentary Press Corps (PPC) have extended warm congratulations to the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, on his re-nomination as Speaker for the 9th Parliament under the Fourth Republic. The congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued on January 6, 2025, […]
My goal is to win AFCON 2025 trophy – Kwesi Appiah
By Kwame Bediako Former Black Stars coach Kwesi Appiah has successfully guided Sudan to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after a decade-long absence. The team finished second in Group F during the qualifiers, amassing a total of 8 points. This achievement marks Sudan’s first appearance in the prestigious tournament since 2012, igniting hopes and […]
Majority Leader reflects on challenges with Minority in Ghana’s 8th Parliament
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo Majority leader in parliament, Alexender Afenyo-Markin has given a reflection of challenges faced by the 8th parliament, stating that the minority side brought so many difficulties in playing their roles and responsibilities. Giving his speech in parliament during the dissolution of the 8th parliament, he described the minority side, NDC, as […]
‘ORAL is a needless committee, only for personal vendetta’ – Afenyo-Markin
By Josephine Kekeli The outgoing Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has described the “Operation Recover All Loots” (ORAL) committee, initiated by President-elect John Dramani Mahama, as unnecessary and lacking constitutional backing. He condemned the establishment of the committee, stating, “I condemn, in no uncertain terms, the creation of this so-called committee called ‘ORAL’. Afenyo-Markin further argued […]
Africa still under colonial control – Jacob Zuma
By Naa Dedei Aryee Former South African President Jacob Zuma has made a bold assertion that Africa remains under the control of its former colonizers. Speaking at a press conference in Accra, Ghana, on January 6, 2025, he emphasized that despite gaining independence, the continent is still grappling with the legacy of colonialism. President Zuma’s […]
Posterity will vindicate our warnings regarding the reckless borrowing – Ato Forson
By Regina Kwapong The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP)-led government for what he calls “reckless borrowing,” stating that future generations will judge the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration harshly for its perceived failures. “I believe that posterity will surely vindicate our warnings regarding the reckless borrowing and economic mismanagement […]
GFA charges Medeama for broadcast obstruction during their Premier League match against Kotoko
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially charged Medeama SC for obstructing the live broadcast of their highly anticipated January 5, 2025, Ghana Premier League match against Asante Kotoko. This charge stems from allegations that Medeama SC violated Section 42(6) of the GFA Premier League Regulations, 2019, by denying access to GFA-accredited […]
