Minister-designate for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has pledged to prioritize abolishing the controversial betting tax upon assuming office. He argues that the tax has failed to address the concerns it was designed to mitigate, particularly claims about its impact on youth morality. Speaking during his vetting in parliament on January 13, 2024, Dr. Forson…
Former President John Dramani Mahama has reassured Ghanaians of his administration’s commitment to resolving the looming energy crisis and maintaining a reliable power supply. Addressing the gathering at the 92nd Jalsa in Gomoa Pomadze, Winneba, on January 9, 2025, Mahama responded to concerns raised by John Jinapor about inadequate fuel reserves for electricity generation. Mahama…
John Dramani Mahama has officially assumed office as the sixth President of Ghana’s Fourth Republic. On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, he took the oath of allegiance and the presidential oath in a ceremony held in parliament at the Black Star Square, Accra. The swearing-in was conducted by the Chief Justice of Ghana, Gertrude Torkornoo. Following…
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A High Court has ruled in favor of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), directing the Electoral Commission (EC) to re-collate results from the December 7, 2024, general elections in the Tema Central constituency. Justice Forson Agyapong, who presided over the case, instructed the EC to integrate the results from two remaining polling stations into the…
Prominent figure within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Amoako Baah has cautioned against appointing Alexander Afenyo-Markin as the Minority Leader in Parliament. He argued that such a move would reward poor leadership, referencing Afenyo-Markin’s tenure as Majority Leader, which he deemed unsatisfactory. “When you are in opposition and work hard, you earn promotion. But…
Retired Commissioner of Police Nathan Kofi Boakye, a key figure in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) security team, has called on party members to maintain unity as the party prepares for the 2028 elections. Speaking at the Ashanti regional zone two campaign team’s victory celebration in Kumasi, Boakye emphasized the importance of solidarity and teamwork.…
45-year-old herbalist and farmer from Plotso,Nana Kwaku Dum, a suburb of Asankrangwa in the Western Region, has been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment with hard labor by the Tarkwa circuit court for sodomizing a 10-year-old boy three times. Dum, charged with sodomy, pleaded guilty, and the court, presided over by Mrs Hathia Ama Manu, convicted…
Nigerian influencer Saida Boj stirred controversy during her appearance on Honest Brunch with Nedu Wazobia, where she candidly shared her views on modern relationships. Known for her bold perspectives, Saida described beauty as more than an attribute—calling it a “currency.” “As a beautiful woman, it’s a privilege for a man to pay me every day…
Ghanaian rapper Medikal has disclosed his readiness to embrace love again and even remarry, following his widely publicized separation from actress Fella Makafui. In a candid interview with Andy Dosty on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM, Medikal revealed he is currently in a relationship that brings him much-needed serenity. “I’m dating someone now, and I…