Ghana Politics

The Ghana Police Service has refuted claims that Gloria Vera Louise, one of the arrested protesters from the Democracy Hub demonstration, was pregnant at the time of her arrest and remand. Initial reports suggested that Gloria was four months pregnant, but the police have clarified through a statement that medical …

A severe shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has gripped parts of Accra, causing concern among residents and businesses. The shortage, if unresolved, could lead to the closure of gas stations across the country, affecting daily life. Numerous gas stations have displayed “No Gas” signs, leaving consumers frustrated as they …

John Dramani Mahama, Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticized the decision to remand the Democracy Hub protesters, asserting that the youth have a right to demonstrate, especially on pressing issues such as environmental degradation caused by illegal mining. In a tweet on September 26, 2024, Mahama …

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, Convener of the Democracy Hub, has pleaded not guilty to charges filed against him after his arrest during a three-day protest criticizing the government’s response to illegal mining, known as “galamsey.” Barker-Vormawor, who was initially absent from court due to illness on September 25, made his plea on …

Eleven additional Democracy Hub protesters, including activist Felicity Nelson, have been denied bail and remain in police custody after their court hearing was adjourned by Circuit Court 6. The court rescheduled the session to Thursday, September 26, 2024, to allow the prosecution time to address the bail applications. This development …

A group of Ghanaians gathered at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York, demanding the release of protestors from the Democracy Hub who were recently remanded by the Ghanaian authorities. The protestors were arrested following a demonstration against illegal mining (galamsey) on September 21, 2024, in Accra. The Democracy …

The Technical University Senior Administrators Association of Ghana (TUSAAG) has announced plans to embark on a nationwide strike, starting Friday, September 27, 2024. The decision follows the government’s failure to fulfill obligations under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and implement revised allowances for senior members of public universities. TUSAAG expressed …

Samuel Dubik Mahama, the Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), has officially resigned from his position, as confirmed by Citi News. In a resignation letter addressed to ECG’s Board Chairman, Mahama stated that his decision was based on personal reasons. Mahama expressed gratitude to the ECG Board, …

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed that Oliver Barker-Vormawor, a prominent figure of the Democracy Hub, has been admitted to the Police Hospital after experiencing health issues. A police statement indicated that Barker-Vormawor and another group member, Fanny Otoo, were transferred to the hospital for medical care after both reported …

A pregnant woman named Vera was among 39 individuals remanded for two weeks following the Democracy Hub protest in Accra. Vera, four months pregnant, claims she was mistakenly arrested alongside her husband while returning from church on Sunday. She expressed her frustration outside the Accra court, stating, “Me and my …