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MPs Shouldn’t Be Appointed Ministers- Fifi Kwetey

May 7, 2025

General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Kwetey, is calling for constitutional reforms to detach parliamentary duties from ministerial appointments. Speaking on Face to Face on Channel One TV with Umaru Sanda Amadu, Mr. Kwetey expressed worry over the growing trend of individuals contesting parliamentary seats primarily as a stepping stone to secure...

Inter Milan Book Spot in Champions League Final After Thrilling Barcelona Encounter

May 6, 2025

Inter booked their place in the Champions League final after edging a classic encounter with Barcelona, with Davide Frattesi’s strike in extra time proving the difference after the two teams played out another 3-3 draw in 90 minutes Interisti undoubtedly rose to the occasion on Tuesday night as they ensured Barcelona were greeted by a...

EC Awaits Security Clearance Before Announcing Ablekuma North Election Results

May 6, 2025

The Electoral Commission (EC) is poised to announce the final results of the Ablekuma North Constituency elections but is currently holding off until it secures adequate support from the Ghana Police Service. In an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen program, Dr. Serebour Quaicoe, the Director of Electoral Services and Training at the EC, stated...

Michael Kpakpo Allotey Sworn In as Accra Mayor with Unanimous Assembly Approval

May 6, 2025

Michael Kpakpo Allotey has been unanimously confirmed as the new Chief Executive of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), following a resounding endorsement by Assembly Members during a Special General Assembly Meeting held on Tuesday at the Accra City Hall. Mr. Allotey secured all 30 valid votes cast, representing 100 per cent, surpassing the two-thirds majority...

EC Awaits Security Clearance Before Announcing Ablekuma North Election Results

May 6, 2025

Foreign Affairs Ministry Revokes 701 Diplomatic and Service Passports in Nationwide Recall

May 6, 2025

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the revocation of 701 Diplomatic and Service passports as part of a comprehensive recall of official travel documents across the country. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Ministry confirmed that the passports affected include 341 unreturned Diplomatic passports and 360 Service passports, all of which have been...

Greater Accra Peace Council Endorses Drumming and Noise-Making Ban Ahead of Homowo Festival

May 6, 2025

The Greater Accra Regional Peace Council is calling on residents and faith-based groups to endorse this year’s prohibition on drumming and noise-making in anticipation of the Homowo Festival, emphasizing the need for peace, unity, and respect for cultural traditions during this significant period. In a statement issued by Rt. Rev. Samuel Kofi Osabutey, the Regional...

Barca, Inter set for another Champions League classic

May 6, 2025

After a breathtaking 3-3 draw in Barcelona, European giants Barcelona and Inter Milan head to the San Siro on Tuesday for a decisive Champions League semifinal second leg with a place in Wembley’s final up for grabs. The first leg delivered one of the most entertaining matches of the competition, with Inter’s Marcus Thuram scoring...

Supreme Court Dismisses Dame’s Request for Acting CJ to Step Aside in Key Case

May 6, 2025

The Supreme Court has rejected an objection aimed at disqualifying Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie from the panel adjudicating an injunction concerning the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo. In a unanimous ruling, a five-member panel determined that the objection lacked substance. The request for recusal was submitted by former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah...

Joseph Ade Coker Denounces NPP’s Protest Against Chief Justice Suspension as ‘Immature’ and Ineffective

May 6, 2025

Joseph Ade Coker, the former Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has lambasted the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for their recent protest against the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, labeling it an “immature” political maneuver. During an appearance on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Tuesday, May 6, Coker defended...