Former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has condemned the violent incidents that marred the parliamentary rerun in the Ablekuma North constituency on Friday, describing them as a betrayal of Ghana’s democratic values. In an interview with JoyNews, Dr Bawumia expressed deep concern over the attacks on political actors, journalists, and voters during the election process.  “This...

Former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has blamed the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for Nana Akua Afriyie’s defeat in the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun, saying it was the party’s internal confusion—not the Electoral Commission—that cost them the seat. This comes after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for...

The Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Julius Debrah, has paid a significant working visit to Gold Board (GoldBod), a key agency responsible for regulating gold exports, curbing smuggling, and enhancing the country’s revenue from artisanal and small-scale mining. During his visit, Mr. Debrah toured the facility, engaging with management and frontline staff, and received...

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has reiterated his unwavering pledge to unlocking the latent potential of Ghana’s youth through sports.  Emphasizing the profound impact of athletics on nation-building and social cohesion, Hon. Debrah underscored Ghana’s abundance of untapped talent, particularly in rural and peri-urban areas. According to Hon. Debrah, President Mahama’s visionary leadership is driven...

Ghanaian media personality Berla Mundi has called out the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for using thugs to disrupt the ongoing election rerun in Ablekuma North. In a post on X dated July 11, 2025, she pointed out the hypocrisy of the NDC, which previously condemned similar actions by the New Patriotic Party (NPP). “You condemn...

The family of the late Stephen King Amoah, a 38-year-old officer with the Ghana Immigration Service, is calling on the Ghana Police Service to expedite investigations and ensure justice is served following his tragic death. Amoah was last seen on July 3, after leaving home to meet a friend at Ashongman Estate who had reportedly...

Eligible voters in Ablekuma North head to the polls today, Friday, July 11, 2025, for a crucial parliamentary rerun across 19 polling stations in the constituency. The rerun seeks to resolve a protracted electoral dispute and restore parliamentary representation to a constituency that has remained without an MP since the December 2024 general elections. Controversy...

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced a scheduled nationwide power outage for Sunday, July 13, necessitated by crucial maintenance works undertaken by gas suppliers, ENI.  This temporary shutdown of gas valves is designed to augment gas production to 270 MMscf, thereby fortifying the stability of the energy sector.  Speaking...

Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has said that calls by party supporters for the revocation of the appointment of a former aide to former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to a position at the Presidency are justified. Speaking on Face to Face on Channel One TV, Gbande acknowledged the...

An accomplished mariner and Dean of Maritime Studies at the Regional Maritime University (RMU) Prof. Nana Ofosu Boateng, has officially launched his latest book, “Follow the King,” in Accra. The launch held at the Power of Worship International Church, drew a distinguished audience comprising maritime industry professionals, academics, faith leaders, family, friends and colleagues to...