According to Article 89(1) of the 1992 Constitution, the Council of State is “to counsel the President in the performance of his functions.” The Council of State advises the President to enable him to discharge his duties effectively. The framers of the 1992 Constitution wanted a semblance of the council …
Read More »Govt unveils committee for 24-hour Passport office rollout
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has inaugurated a committee to oversee the implementation of the government’s planned 24-hour passport application office. Additionally, the minister announced the establishment of another committee focused on migration and the welfare of Ghanaians in the diaspora. Speaking during his inaugural meeting with …
Read More »Mahama bans non-essential travel for govt appointees
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a ban on non-essential travel for government appointees, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to modesty and prudent resource management. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of 17 ministers, President Mahama stressed the need for fiscal discipline and cautioned against arrogance and extravagance. “The hallmark of this …
Read More »‘Help your NPP colleagues beat NDC members’ – Annoh-Dompreh to supporters
Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has called on supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ablekuma North to stand by their fellow party members in confrontations with members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Addressing a gathering of party supporters during a visit …
Read More »Ashanti regional minister issues a two-week ultimatum to illegal miners to evacuate mining sites.
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has threatened illegal miners in the region, giving them a 14-day ultimatum to vacate their sites. At a press engagement today, he said the directive includes those mining in forest reserves, water bodies, and other prohibited areas. He said an illegal mining fighting …
Read More »Violent confrontation as Minority and Majority MPs clash over vetting of Ablakwa, Akandoh
Tensions flared during a session of the Appointments Committee as members of the Minority and Majority Caucuses clashed over the vetting of Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The disagreement erupted when the Minority proposed rescheduling the vetting to Friday, citing concerns over the day’s proceedings. However, Majority members …
Read More »I’ll leverage social media to promote development, Ashanti Regional Minister nominee
Ashanti Regional Minister-designate, Frank Amoakohene, has promised to leverage his active presence on social media platforms to promote good governance and engage with the people of the region. During his vetting on Monday, January 27, 2025, the nominee was questioned about his digital presence and its influence if given the …
Read More »Mahama petitioned to remove EC Chair, 3 others from office over alleged ‘gross incompetence’
A resident of the Volta Region has petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to remove the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Jean Mensa, from office. The petitioner also wants the two deputies, Samuel Tetteh and Dr Bossman Eric Asare, and EC member, Dr Peter Appiahene, out of office. The petition filed on …
Read More »Providing alternative livelihood key to ending galamsey – Opare Addo
George Opare Addo, the Minister-Designate for Youth Development and Empowerment, has emphasized the critical need to provide alternative livelihoods to residents in mining areas as a sustainable solution to the issue of illegal mining, commonly known as “galamsey.” During his appearance before Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Opare Addo, widely known as …
Read More »I will not tolerate arrogance and disrespect – President Mahama warns Ministers
President Mahama has charged newly sworn-in ministers to serve with humility, transparency, and accountability, emphasizing respect for Ghanaians and good governance. President John Dramani Mahama has delivered a strong message to his newly sworn-in ministers, emphasizing that arrogance and disrespect toward the Ghanaian people will not be tolerated under his …
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