Ghana Politics

In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Tuesday, February 27, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo expressed optimism about Ghana’s future, stating that the country is overcoming its challenges and moving forward. He acknowledged the difficulties faced in the past but emphasized that Ghana is now on the path …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced plans to rename the Kumasi International Airport to the Nana Agyeman Prempeh I International Airport. Additionally, the recently commissioned airport in Tamale will be named the Yakubu Tali International Airport. The President made this announcement during his State of the Nation address on …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that the flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has officially submitted his choice for a running mate to the party’s leadership in preparation for the 2024 elections. In a statement released by the General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the party confirmed receiving the formal communication …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured the public that the recent change in leadership at the Ministry of Finance will not impact the terms agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) regarding the three-year US$3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) aimed at supporting Ghana’s economic policies and reforms. Following …

The Minority in Parliament has decided to boycott President Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address (SONA) following the Bank of Ghana governor’s derogatory remark describing the caucus as “hooligans.” The boycott is also in protest of the President’s failure to sign the anti-witchcraft bill into law. Scheduled for Tuesday, …

Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah, the recently appointed Works and Housing Minister, has wasted no time in getting to work, making his first official visit to the Real Estate Agency Council. During his visit, he emphasized the importance of ensuring that the council’s offices are officially open by the end of April 2024. …

The Minister-designate of Information, Fatimatu Abubakar, has defended the recent appointment of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to a new portfolio, emphasizing his expertise in financial matters. In an interview with TV3 Ghana, Ms. Abubakar highlighted Ofori-Atta’s proficiency in offering guidance and advice within the financial sector, asserting that his …

John Dramani Mahama, the presidential candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has unveiled a bold plan to tackle unemployment among health professionals, specifically nurses, by sending them to work in other countries. He believes that this initiative would be more beneficial than leaving them jobless in Ghana. Mahama made …

The latest findings from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) shed light on the grim toll of road accidents in January 2024. According to the NRSA’s data, a total of 174 individuals tragically lost their lives in road accidents during this period. The report further reveals that there were 1,142 …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is set to deliver his second-to-last State of the Nation address to Parliament on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, as mandated by Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution. This constitutional requirement demands the President to provide an assessment of the nation’s current state at the beginning …