Ghana Politics

The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially declared Ernest Kumi of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as the Member of Parliament-elect for Akwatia, concluding a contentious electoral process. The declaration took place at the National Police Training School in Tesano, Accra, after multiple failed attempts to finalize the results in the …

Frank Annoh-Dompreh, MP for Nsawam Adoagyiri, has urged President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to pause the ongoing transition process until the Electoral Commission (EC) announces all parliamentary election results. The call follows disputes over several contested results, including Nsawam Adoagyiri. Speaking at a press briefing on December 11, Annoh-Dompreh stressed …

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to renegotiate Ghana’s agreements with development partners, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Speaking during a courtesy visit by United Nations Resident Coordinator Charles Abani, Mr. Mahama emphasized the need to align these agreements with the priorities of his …

Students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) have lauded Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang’s historic elevation as Ghana’s first female Vice President, heralding it as a transformative milestone for women in the country. Many students view her achievement as a reflection of her steadfast dedication to education, leadership, and public …

The Ghana Police Service has apprehended four individuals for allegedly stealing materials designated for the construction of an Agenda 111 Hospital at Awutu Bereku in the Central Region. The arrests occurred on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, following a collaborative effort between the police and community members. A statement from the …

A tragic accident at Gomoa Okyereko Junction in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region has claimed the lives of three passengers, leaving 20 others in critical condition. The incident, which occurred early Thursday morning, involved a VW Sprinter Benz Bus (registration number GW 5477-24) and a Hyundai Grace …

DSP Nana Boakye Yiadom, the Wenchi Municipal Police Commander, is receiving treatment at the Bono Regional Teaching Hospital in Sunyani after being severely beaten by a group of unidentified youth. The assault occurred on December 10, 2024, in Tohaba, a suburb of Wenchi Municipality, following the arrest of a suspect’s …

A 45-year-old unemployed woman, Faustina Foli, has been remanded into police custody by an Accra Circuit Court over allegations of defrauding an insurance officer of GHC265,000 under the pretense of securing U.S. and Canadian visas. Foli, charged with defrauding by false pretenses, pleaded not guilty. Presiding Judge Mr. Isaac Addo …

Bernard Mornah, the unsuccessful Presidential Candidate of the People’s National Convention (PNC) in the 2024 general elections, has congratulated John Dramani Mahama, Ghana’s President-elect, on his decisive victory. The Electoral Commission Chairperson, Mrs. Jean Mensa, declared Mr. Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the winner, securing 56.55% of …

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has disclosed that it is awaiting the release of an outstanding GH¢118 million from the Ministry of Education to finalize post-WASSCE activities. WAEC confirmed that the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates began on August 5 and ended on …