Ghana Politics

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, the lead convenor of Democracy Hub, has defended the group’s decision to file a lawsuit seeking the removal of “Kotoka” from the name of Ghana’s international airport. The legal action, filed on February 24, 2025, in collaboration with the Convention People’s Party (CPP), argues that retaining the name …

The Deputy Finance Minister-designate, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has explained why he did not undertake Ghana’s mandatory National Service, stating that he was exempted due to his training as a teacher. Following his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Ampem addressed concerns on social media, writing on Facebook: “Hello friends, following my …

The government has announced that the 77th anniversary of the Christiansborg Crossroads Shooting will be commemorated on Friday, February 28, 2025. The tragic incident, which occurred on February 28, 1948, is remembered as a heroic act of defiance against colonial rule. It saw three unarmed ex-servicemen—Sergeant Adjetey, Corporal Attipoe, and …

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced that the initial issuance of the Ghana Card at its 276 district offices nationwide remains free of charge. The initiative aims to ensure equal access to the national identification system without financial barriers. Fees have been introduced for first-time issuance at Premium Centres, …

Democracy Hub and the Convention People’s Party (CPP) have filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court, seeking the removal of “Kotoka” from Ghana’s international airport. The groups argue that naming the airport after Lieutenant-General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, a key figure in the 1966 coup d’état, contradicts Ghana’s democratic values. “For …

Special Aide to President John Dramani Mahama, Joyce Bawa Mogtari, has launched a scathing response to allegations from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) concerning her acquisition of a personal vehicle. In a Facebook post, she described the NPP’s post-election strategy as nothing more than an attempt to “tickle yourself and …

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that his government will require $1.7 billion to complete the unfinished Agenda 111 hospital projects initiated by the previous administration. Speaking on the state of the initiative, Mahama disclosed that nearly 90 of the hospitals remain uncompleted, with some of those commissioned lacking essential …

The National Celebrations Planning Committee (NCPC) has announced a lineup of activities to commemorate Ghana’s 68th Independence Anniversary. The events will include historical remembrances, educational competitions, and a grand ceremonial parade, all designed to engage citizens, particularly the youth, in national history and patriotism. The planned activities will begin with …

The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has strongly refuted claims that he has approved payments to businessman and former Assin Central lawmaker, Kennedy Agyapong, or any other contractor for projects undertaken under the previous administration. Addressing the rumors, Dr. Forson emphasized that the Mahama-led government is currently conducting a …

The Sokode Senior High Technical School (SHTS) in the Ho Municipality of the Volta Region has been indefinitely closed following a violent clash between students and community members. Reports indicate that the clash erupted after a student was assaulted by some town folks over a complaint lodged by a colleague. …