Author: Political Desk

President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to launch a probe into allegations of improprieties in the award of government-sponsored overseas scholarships, including claims that individuals paid money to secure such opportunities. The directive follows public attention generated by a radio discussion on Kumasi-based Sompa FM, where Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, a former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), alleged that a person had paid to obtain a scholarship for studies abroad. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister in charge of Government Communications, announced the President’s action, noting that President Mahama views the allegations…

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of National Chairman of the party. In a statement issued on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Wontumi emphasized the need for steady, principled leadership to unify and rebuild the NPP following recent challenges faced by the party. “Our party has faced challenges and learned hard lessons along the way. At this critical moment, the NPP demands leadership that is steady, principled, and committed to unity,” the statement read. Wontumi described himself as a “grassroots…

The government has announced plans to rename Kotoka International Airport (KIA), Ghana’s premier international gateway, back to Accra International Airport. Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, made the disclosure during a press briefing on Tuesday, February 3, 2026,ahead of the resumption of the Ninth Parliament. According to him, the Minister for Transport will soon lay a bill before Parliament to effect the name change. “We are changing the name of our airport from Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport. So a bill will be brought by the Minister for Transport for the name to be changed from Kotoka International…

Youth members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Kpandai Constituency have taken to the streets in protest against a recent Supreme Court decision that overturned a Tamale High Court ruling annulling the parliamentary election victory of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Matthew Nyindam. The demonstrators, expressing growing frustration and anger, described the apex court’s judgment as a betrayal of the people’s will and a setback to democracy in the constituency. They marched through the main streets of Kpandai, chanting slogans such as “No Nsala, no NDC in Kpandai,” while calling on the party’s national leadership to take immediate…

A 32-year-old man, Mayemoh Gyangamo, is demanding a refund of GH¢70,000 from his former girlfriend after a DNA test allegedly proved he is not the biological father of her daughter, Patricia Donkor. The case came to light during an appearance on Oyerepa Afutuo, a popular programme on Oyerepa FM, where Gyangamo narrated his ordeal and financial investments in the relationship following the pregnancy. According to Gyangamo, Maakua, a native of Asante Bekwai, became pregnant, prompting him to make substantial payments and contributions as demanded by her family. He claimed her family initially collected an upfront amount of GH¢7,500 from him,…

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has sanctioned a new wave of senior-level reassignments within the Ghana Police Service, with the changes taking effect immediately. The redeployments are intended to boost efficiency, reinforce leadership structures and enhance overall operational effectiveness across the Service. The reshuffle involves Directors-General, Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCOPs) and regional commanders, and is part of efforts to strengthen policing operations and improve service delivery throughout the country. Under the new arrangement: COP Dr Sayibu Pabi Gariba moves from Director-General in charge of Technology to head the National Administration and Professional Development (NAPD) directorate. COP Iddi…

Parliament will resume sittings today, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, marking the commencement of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic at Parliament House in Accra. The will House officially reconvene at 12:00 noon, bringing an end to the recess that followed the conclusion of the First Session in December 2025. This resumption signals the return of Members of Parliament (MPs) to full legislative duties after the holiday break. The reconvening was announced by Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, in accordance with Article 112(1) of the 1992 Constitution. An official Constitutional Instrument, dated…

The Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru, Kennedy Osei Nyarko, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, to resist any attempts by aspiring party officials to leverage his name or position to advance their bids for various internal party positions. In a Facebook post on Monday, February 2, the NPP lawmaker appealed to Dr Bawumia and cautioned against allowing potential contestants to use his stature as the party’s presidential candidate to gain unfair advantage in upcoming party elections. “Your Excellency, please do not allow any of the potential contestants seeking for the various offices within the…

President John Dramani Mahama has been ranked 5th on Devex’s prestigious list of the most powerful global figures in development and changemaking for 2026, a recognition that underscores his growing influence in reshaping international development discourse. The respected international development publication, Devex, highlighted President Mahama’s leadership in advancing the “Accra Reset” agenda as a key factor in his high placement on the Power 50 list. The ranking places the Ghanaian leader among a select group of individuals driving transformative change amid major shifts in global aid, financing, and cooperation. President Mahama, who assumed office in January 2025 for his second…

 The Ashanti Region recorded a total of 132 fire incidents in January 2026, representing a notable decrease from the 187 cases reported during the same period in 2025. Ashanti Regional Fire Command Public Relations Officer, DO III Peter Addai, disclosed this to Citi News on Monday, February 2. While acknowledging that some high-profile fires this year caused significant damage to markets, shops, and other properties — raising public concern — he emphasised that the overall reduction in incidents points to improved fire prevention and response efforts by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in the region. “We have been able…