Ghana Politics

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson is a distinguished Ghanaian politician, economist, chartered accountant, and tax practitioner, renowned for his contributions to Ghana’s fiscal and economic landscape. He has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam since 2009, representing the National Democratic Congress (NDC). On January 9, 2025, he was appointed …

Alhaji Ayaana Yakubu, a 65-year-old who walked from Kumasi to Accra to celebrate President John Dramani Mahama’s inauguration, has been rewarded with: – A brand-new Renault car – An undisclosed sum of money – Shopping vouchers worth GH¢5,000 The gift was sponsored by an anonymous philanthropist and presented by broadcaster …

President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled his initial ministerial appointments, naming Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, John Jinapor, and Dominic Ayine to pivotal roles in his administration. A statement from the presidency on January 9, 2025, indicated that the president has submitted the nominations to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, …

The Minority Leader in Ghana’s Parliament, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has made an official request to be addressed by the title “Ɔsahene,” a designation rooted in his family heritage. The announcement stirred lively discussions during a parliamentary session when Majority Chief Whip Governs Kwame Agbodza humorously questioned the inclusion of the …

Ghana has been identified as the second most indebted African country to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in terms of concessional lending, according to the IMF’s Quarterly Finances report. As of October 31, 2024, Ghana’s outstanding loans to the IMF amounted to $2.914 billion, representing 17% of Africa’s total borrowings …

The Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore, has announced that new Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) will be appointed within the next 14 days. This decision comes in the wake of President John Dramani Mahama’s directive on January 8, 2025, …

Vincent Obeng, the Returning Officer for the Ablekuma North Constituency, has announced his resignation, citing frustrations during the collation of election results. His decision leaves the collation process incomplete, with results from three out of seven polling stations yet to be finalized. In an interview with Channel One News’ Hanson …

The Majority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that all four independent Members of Parliament have decided to align and conduct parliamentary business with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Majority Caucus. Speaking during a parliamentary session on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Dr. Forson confirmed that Kwame Asare Obeng, the …

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has strongly protested Speaker Alban Bagbin’s use of the term “micro-minority” to describe their group during a parliamentary session on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Expressing their dissatisfaction, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin took the floor to challenge the Speaker’s remarks, stating that the label was inappropriate …

President John Dramani Mahama has officially revoked all appointments of Chief Executives for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) across Ghana. A letter issued on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, signed by Calistus Mahama, the Executive Secretary to the President, confirmed the decision. The directive, grounded in the powers vested in …