The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana after a prolonged delay officially declared the results of the 2024 presidential election on the evening of December 9, confirming that John Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, emerged victorious. Jean Mensa, the EC chairperson and returning officer, made the announcement, emphasizing the commission’s commitment to transparency. John…
Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is a Ghanaian academic, author, and politician. She currently serves as the Vice President-elect of Ghana, making history as the first female Vice President of the country. Previously, she was the Minister for Education from February 2013 to January 2017 and became the first female Vice-Chancellor of a state university in Ghana…
Effutu MP and Majority Leader, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has addressed the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) substantial loss in the 2024 general election, marking a pivotal moment in Ghana’s political history. The National Democratic Congress (NDC) achieved a commanding victory, securing 56.55% of the presidential vote, the highest since 1996 and is poised to dominate Parliament…
The NPP flagbearer and current Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has conceded defeat to the NDC’s John Dramani Mahama. Addressing members of the press at his residence, Dr. Bawumia acknowledged that the election results, based on yesterday’s polling data, indicate a victory for the NDC.
Ethiopian Airlines’ Boeing 737-860 has made history by landing the first-ever commercial direct flight at the newly upgraded Prempeh I International Airport in Kumasi. This milestone marks a significant moment for air travel in Ghana, as Kumasi becomes a hub for international connections. The historic flight was met with excitement and mixed reactions across social…
The statements by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region highlight concerns about the integrity of the upcoming 2024 general elections in Ghana. The party’s Regional Communications Officer, Abass Nuredeen, emphasized their readiness to counter any attempts at rigging and urged the Electoral Commission to uphold neutrality and transparency. Some key issues raised…
Vice Presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Matthew Opoku Prempeh , popularly known as NAPO, took a jab at his political opponents during the New Patriotic Party (NPP) rally held on Thursday, December 6, 2024. Addressing the crowd, he highlighted the importance of digitization in modern governance and argued that some candidates lack…
Leading member of Democracy Hub, Oliver Barker-Vormawor has claimed that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government would require significant rigging to influence the outcome of Ghana’s 2024 elections. According to Barker-Vormawor, the political climate favors the National Democratic Congress (NDC), with Ghanaians increasingly yearning for change and improved governance. He expressed his views in…
The Editor-in-Chief of The New Crusading Guide, Abdul-Malik Kweku Baako has explained why he would never vote for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in any future elections. His stance stems from what he perceives as a betrayal linked to the aftermath of the June 4, 1979 coup. Baako criticized the actions of Jerry John Rawlings…
John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential Candidate, has shared his perspective on the contentious anti-LGBTQ+ bill under review in Ghana. Speaking with the BBC, Mahama highlighted the importance of scrutinizing the bill thoroughly before deciding on its implementation, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of its contents. While acknowledging that LGBTQ+ practices…