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Recent findings from Outcomes International on Ten Swing Constituencies indicate a significant shift in support towards New Patriotic Party (NPP) Flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, in key constituencies crucial for electoral victory in Ghana. According to the report, based on a survey conducted among 977 respondents in Greater Accra, Central, and …

Kwasi Ameyaw-Cheremeh, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Sunyani East, has secured victory in the parliamentary primary ahead of the 2024 elections. Mr. Ameyaw-Cheremeh, who also serves as the Board Chairman of the Bui Power Authority, will represent his constituents in Parliament for the fifth consecutive term if he emerges …

Apostle Lilian Kumah, the grieving widow of the late Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah, took a courageous step on Friday, March 8, 2024, by filing a complaint at the Accra Central Police Headquarters against Captain Smart, a radio and TV presenter with Media General. Lilian Kumah’s action comes in response to …

British boxer Anthony Joshua showcased his prowess in the heavyweight division with a remarkable second-round knockout triumph over Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia. In what marked his 25th career knockout, the 34-year-old floored the UFC champion in the opening round before sealing the deal with a devastating right hand in …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has decided to retain the guarantor system for the upcoming limited voter registration exercise, abandoning its earlier plan to eliminate it. This decision was communicated to political parties during the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting convened to discuss the electoral calendar. During the meeting, it was …

Early Life and Education Hon. Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah, born on August 4, 1978, in Ejisu Odaho, Ashanti Region, Ghana, was a distinguished Ghanaian politician, entrepreneur, preacher, and lawyer. He received his secondary education at Opoku Ware School in Kumasi. Continuing his academic journey, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts …

The Gbewaa Palace, representing the Dagbon kingdom, has strongly opposed President Akufo-Addo’s decision to rename the Tamale International Airport after Tolon Naa Yakubu Tali. The palace, led by the King of Dagbon, Ndan Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II, has called on the President to reconsider the decision, citing potential controversy and …

The Minister-designate for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has appealed to Parliament for support to finalize the National Cathedral project, which has faced delays and controversy. During his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on March 5, 2024, Mr. Egyapa Mercer emphasized the economic potential of …

Failatu Abdul Razak, better known as Chef Faila, the renowned culinary expert from Ghana, has announced her decision not to pursue another attempt at breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon. This decision comes after Chef Faila was disqualified by the Guinness World Record team for reasons …

The Minister for Youth and Sports, Hon. Mustapha Ussif, has emphasized the need for a more effective approach to maintaining sports facilities in the country. Speaking at the unveiling of the University of Ghana’s sports facilities on Friday, March 1st, 2024, he highlighted that the construction of modern sports facilities …