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Council of state elections: OF PRESIDING MEMBERS PETITIONS EC, REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL Against Violation of the 1992 Constitution: Conference of the Presiding Members,Ashanti region on Friday,31st January 2025 petitioned the electoral commission of Ghana,Ashanti region and the against violation of the 1992 Constitution. Ashanti regional coordinating council We the undersigned, respectfully petition your reputable office that, some National Democratic Congress (NDC) party officials in collaboration with some coordinating Directors are attempting to send different names other than those nominated by the various Assemblies to the Regional coordinating council for onward submission to the Regional office of the Electoral commission to…

A/R: Public urged to unite for elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has commemorated this year’s World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day under the theme, “Unite, Act, Eliminate.” Observed annually on January 30th, the event aims to raise awareness and accelerate efforts to eradicate these often-overlooked diseases. Neglected tropical diseases are a diverse group of conditions caused by various pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi, and toxins. These diseases, which include leprosy, lymphatic filariasis, schistosomiasis, and rabies, disproportionately affect impoverished communities in tropical areas, resulting in devastating health, social, and economic…

Emmanuel Agyekum, two others approved by Parliament. Parliament has approved the nomination of Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, Kenneth Adjei, and Linda Ocloo as ministers in various capacities following a debate on the report submitted by the Appointments Committee. The approval follows a vetting process in which members of both sides of the House scrutinised the nominees’ qualifications and suitability for their respective roles. The newly approved ministers-designate are expected to bring their expertise and leadership to their respective portfolios, contributing to national development and government policy implementation. Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum has been nominated as Minister of State-designate for Special Initiatives, Kenneth…

Minority opposes approval of Armah-Kofi Buah over derogatory comments to Akufo-Addo The Minority in Parliament has strongly opposed the approval of Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah as the Minister-Designate for Lands and Natural Resources, citing his refusal to retract or apologise for comments he made regarding former President Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address on January 3, 2025. During his vetting, Armah-Kofi Buah acknowledged that his remarks—widely perceived as harsh or inappropriate—were not intended to offend the former President but rather reflected the prevailing circumstances at the time. However, he declined to issue a retraction or apology. ‘I don’t want…

Respect is earned – Speaker Bagbin tells Appointments Committee Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has called on the Appointments Committee to uphold professionalism and adhere to established rules during public hearings, emphasising that respect must be earned. Speaking during a parliamentary session on January 28, Mr Bagbin expressed concern over the committee’s conduct. He reminded the committee of the structured guidelines governing their work and urged them to uphold the integrity of the process. Speaker Bagbin revealed that he had received numerous complaints from both local and international observers regarding the committee’s conduct.

Ahafo Ano North NDC Youth Organizer Demands Probe into Election Result The Youth Organizer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ahafo Ano North Constituency, Hon. Issah Suleman, has urged the party’s national executives to launch an immediate investigation into the recent parliamentary election results. Speaking at a press conference in Tepa, Hon.Issah Suleman claimed that the NDC’s parliamentary candidate, Hon. Akwasi Adusei, won the election but alleged that the Electoral Commission altered the results in favor of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate. Hon. Suleman called on the party’s national leadership to focus on the ongoing court case,…

KOFI ADADE FOUNDATION EXPRESSES GRATITUDE TO GOD AND SUPPORTERS OF MARFO ELVIS’S EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY The chief executive officer of Kofi Adade Foundation doubles as former assembly member of Kumawu Dadease electoral area, Hon Kofi Adade, on behalf of the family of the brilliant but needy student of Adisadel college, Marfo Elvis has expressed gratitude to the Almighty God and individuals who have contributed financially to his educational journey. He recalls that, Marfo Elvis, after securing scholarship package from Kofi Adade foundation to study at Adisadel college, secured 8A1s in the just released WASSEC results but was finding it difficult to…

USE RESOURCES FOR THE BENEFIT OF AFRICANS – MAHAMA TELLS AU President John Mahama has urged heads of state within the African Union (AU) to priorities approaches that ensure accountability and the effective use of resources for the benefit of citizens. The president was speaking at a two-day retreat in Nairobi, Kenya, where AU leaders gathered to discuss ways to revitalize the union. He added that the African continent is currently facing challenges such as food insecurity, youth unemployment, climate change, conflict, and government deficits. Mr. Mahama believes these challenges can be addressed if governments priorities accountability and the mindful…

MY EARLY CONCESSION IN 2024 POLLS WAS FOR GHANA’S DEMOCRACY AND PEACE – BAWUMIA Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has explained that his early concession in the 2024 presidential election was made in the supreme interest of Ghana’s democracy and peace. Speaking on Monday, 27 January, during a discourse on democracy, governance, and political integrity in Nigeria, Dr Bawumia reflected on the events that led to his decision, highlighting the importance of maintaining national stability during electoral processes. In his address, Dr Bawumia revealed that he had anticipated the electoral results would take between 48 to 72…

Anyinofi enclave Residents make passionate appeal to President Mahama for DCE appointment Residents of Anyinofi enclave in the Sekyere Afram plains district have made passionate appeal to H. E president Mahama to recognize the contribution of the people in the community to honor them with district chief executive position. According to them, one among the three shortlisted prospective MMDCEs nominees for Sekyere Afram plains district,Owusu Mensah Charles hail from the community while the two other nominees are from Drobonso enclave and the community which has been benefiting from political appointments since the creation of the district in the year 2012…