Author: Political Desk

The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) and its anchor partner, Touchstone Capital Partners, have reaffirmed their commitment to the development of Lot 1 of Ghana’s ambitious Petroleum Hub project, estimated to attract an investment of US$12 billion. In a statement issued on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, the two entities said they remain committed to advancing the project, which is expected to transform Ghana’s energy and industrial landscape while creating more than 780,000 jobs by 2036. The partners said their vision is to establish the Petroleum Hub as an integrated energy and industrial ecosystem that positions Ghana as a leading destination…

The RNAQ Foundation has marked the first anniversary of its flagship RNAQ Food Bank initiative after serving more than 3 million meals to vulnerable individuals and communities over 365 consecutive days. Launched as a three-branch pilot in Korle Gonno, Kasoa and Ashaiman in the Greater Accra Region, the initiative has grown into a nationwide social support network aimed at providing consistent access to meals and addressing food insecurity. The initiative was founded by President of RNAQ Holdings and Founder of the RNAQ Foundation, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, based on his personal experiences growing up in Korle Gonno, where access to…

The Member of Parliament for Tano North and Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, has questioned the government’s claims of building economic resilience, arguing that the completion of Ghana’s International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme has exposed underlying challenges. In a Facebook post on Monday, August 3, Dr Boako said the country’s economic situation remained fragile despite assurances from the government about recovery and stability. “The IMF programme is over. The economy is naked again. After all, the much talked about resilience by government was just a hoax,” he stated. The former aide to the former Vice…

Tahiru Iddisah Omega has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Bole-Bamboi Constituency. In a statement issued on Sunday, 2 August 2026, Mr Omega said his decision was motivated by his commitment to the ideals of the party and his belief that effective communication remains critical to political organisation, mobilisation, and electoral success. Mr Omega, who highlighted his decade-long service to the NDC, said he has gained the necessary experience and networks to lead the Constituency Communications Bureau. He currently serves as Spokesperson to the Member of…

The Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi and Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Dr Yusif Sulemana, has expressed gratitude to supporters following his graduation with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration from NiBS University. In a Facebook post after the graduation ceremony over the weekend, Dr Sulemana thanked the many people who congratulated him and attended the event, describing the outpouring of support as overwhelming. “Thank you all for the massive show of love and support yesterday during my PhD graduation. I am eternally grateful. God bless you,” he wrote. Dr Sulemana received the doctorate during NiBS…

President John Dramani Mahama has directed a reduction of ₵2 in the price of diesel per litre as part of measures to cushion consumers and contain rising cost pressures. The directive, issued in line with a decision by Cabinet, will see the regulatory margin on diesel reduced by ₵2 per litre for a period of one month. According to a statement from the Presidency on Monday, August 3, 2026, the intervention is aimed at preventing transport fare increases, reducing inflationary pressures, and mitigating the impact of higher fuel prices on the cost of living. “This temporary intervention is intended to…

The High Court in Accra has granted an application by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to freeze the assets of Dennis Miracles Aboagye, a leading communication figure for the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The court order targets five bank accounts and four landed properties linked to the prominent politician, who served as the Director of Communications for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s presidential campaign. This judicial directive effectively restricts any transactions involving these assets while state investigators dig deeper into the financial affairs of the respondent. The legal action is on the back of an ongoing investigation into the management…

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has visited children injured in the Dzorwulu road accident and assured their families of the government’s support towards their recovery. The Minister visited some of the injured school children receiving treatment at the 37 Military Hospital following Thursday’s accident involving a school bus and a tipper truck on the Dzorwulu-Accra Mall stretch. She described the incident as heartbreaking and expressed sympathy to the affected children and their families. Dr Lartey assured the families that the government, particularly President John Dramani Mahama, remains committed to supporting the recovery…

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has warned the public against individuals claiming to be selling government road contracts under the flagship Big Push programme, urging anyone who encounters such persons to report them to the police. In a post on X, the Minister cautioned Ghanaians against falling victim to fraudsters who allegedly claim to have access to contracts under the initiative and offer them in exchange for payment. “BIG PUSH projects NOT FOR SALE. Report ANYONE offering a ‘Big Push project’ for sale to the nearest police station,” Mr Agbodza wrote. His warning follows reports of…

The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee and Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, has accused the government of imposing an increasing tax burden on Ghanaians, arguing that recent fiscal measures demonstrate a preference for raising taxes instead of addressing inefficiencies in revenue collection. Speaking in Parliament on Friday, July 31, during deliberations on the extension of the Energy Sector Recovery Levy to fuel oil, Dr Boako questioned the government’s justification for the proposal. He argued that issues such as fuel smuggling and tax non-compliance should be addressed through stronger enforcement rather than by extending existing…