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Parliament Threatens Action Against Finance Ministry Over GH¢6bn Common Fund Arrears

The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joseph Osei-Owusu, has warned the Finance Ministry of possible confrontation if it fails to provide clarity on its GH¢6 billion debt to the District Assembly Common Fund by the end of June 2024. This warning comes after revelations by Benjamin Kpodo, the MP for …

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Minister of Communications Summoned by Parliament to Address Ongoing Internet Challenges

The Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu Ekuful, is scheduled to appear before Parliament today, Monday, March 18, to shed light on the government’s efforts to tackle the persistent internet disruptions in the nation. The prolonged interruption in internet connectivity, spanning five consecutive days, has sparked widespread frustration among …

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Parliament Approves $300 Million World Bank Loan Following Minister Amin Adam’s Intervention on $449 Million Tax Waiver

Parliament has granted approval for a $300 million loan from the World Bank, designated to support the First Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing. This funding is deemed critical for the government’s execution of outlined policies in the 2024 Budget. Initially facing resistance from the minority, who stipulated their backing on …

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Parliament Suspends Sitting Following the Passing of John Kumah

Parliament was thrown into mourning today following the passing of Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah, Member of Parliament for Ejisu and Deputy Finance Minister. Dr. Kumah reportedly passed away in the early hours of Thursday, March 7, after a brief illness. His sudden demise led to the suspension of the afternoon’s …

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ECG Disconnects Electricity Supply to Parliament Over GH¢23 Million Debt

Parliament House and Job 600 faced a temporary disconnection of electricity supply on February 29, 2024. This action was executed by the National Taskforce of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) due to an outstanding debt of GH¢23 million. Despite attempts to settle the arrears, the disconnection aligns with the …

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ECG Representatives Storm Parliament to Disconnect Power Over GH₵23m Outstanding Debt

Today, officials representing the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have made an unprecedented move by arriving at the premises of Parliament. Their purpose? To disconnect the legislative house from the national power grid due to an alarming outstanding debt totaling GH₵23 million. This dramatic action comes amidst ECG’s vigorous efforts …

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Parliament to Introduce Use of Local Languages on the Floor

In a move to promote Ghanaian culture and prevent the extinction of local languages, Parliament has announced plans to allow the use of local languages on the floor of the House. According to Order 63 of the new Standing Orders, Members of Parliament (MPs) will be permitted to use any …

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Parliament Passes Legislation Sentencing Promotion of LGBTQ+ Activities to 3-5 Years

The Ghanaian Parliament has approved legislation imposing custodial sentences ranging from three to five years for individuals found guilty of promoting, sponsoring, or supporting LGBTQ+ activities. Under the newly passed law, those caught engaging in such activities will face a minimum sentence of six months to a maximum of three …

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High Turnover of MPs in Parliament is a Concern, Says Speaker Bagbin

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has expressed worry over the significant rate at which Members of Parliament (MPs) are leaving their positions, urging political parties to take the matter seriously. During the recent primaries of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), 28 MPs failed to secure their return, while 17 MPs …

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Parliament to Take Legal Action Against Akufo-Addo for Refusing to Sign Witchcraft and Armed Forces Bills

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has revealed Parliament’s intention to pursue legal action seeking clarification on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s decision not to sign certain bills passed by the House. Last year, President Akufo-Addo declined to give his assent to the Criminal Offences Bill …

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