Author: Political Desk

The Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring that housing in Ghana remains affordable and accessible to all citizens. She described housing as a productive resource that supports health, education, job creation, and overall economic growth. Housing, therefore, goes beyond merely providing shelter. Speaking at the opening of the National Homeownership Fair in Accra on Thursday, March 5, 2026, she noted that the event is being held under the theme “Building Ghana, One Home at a Time.” Her comments come at a time when Ghana continues to grapple with a critical housing…

President John Dramani Mahama has called on all Ghanaians to place the national interest above political affiliations, tribal loyalties, and personal ambitions, stressing that this is essential for strengthening unity and accelerating the country’s development. Delivering his national address to mark Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Jubilee House in Accra, President Mahama emphasised that genuine patriotism must be demonstrated through everyday actions by citizens, public officials, and the private sector in protecting national resources and serving with integrity. “The progress of our country depends on the collective commitment of citizens to put Ghana first,” he…

Youth groups in Tamale have expressed serious concerns over the withdrawal of the Inspector General of Police’s (IGP) Special Operations Team, which has been at the forefront of efforts to combat the growing drug menace in the Northern Region. According to reports, protesters have voiced strong opposition to the withdrawal of the IGP-directed task force, popularly known as “Black Maria,” warning that the move could undermine the fight against drug abuse and trafficking in the region. The team had played a crucial role in curbing the spread of illegal drugs among young people in Tamale and surrounding communities, the youth…

The Minority in Parliament has called for the immediate reinstatement of more than 1,500 public-sector workers dismissed after the change of government in January 2025, describing the mass terminations as “arbitrary, unjust and harmful” to young Ghanaians entering the labour market. In a press statement marking Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary on March 6, the Minority said recent findings by a committee established by the Chief of Staff had validated its long-held position that many of the dismissals lacked justification. According to the statement, the committee examined 2,080 cases across 36 public institutions, including the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana…

The Minority in Parliament has raised serious concerns about what it described as a worsening crisis confronting Ghanaian farmers and the growing environmental damage caused by illegal mining, calling for urgent government intervention. In a statement issued to commemorate Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary on March 6, the Minority said farmers across the country were facing severe economic hardship due to unsold produce, falling prices and weak agricultural support systems. The caucus particularly highlighted challenges affecting rice, cashew and vegetable farmers, saying many producers were struggling with debt and post-harvest losses. According to the Minority, rice farmers in parts of northern…

President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to reject ill-gotten wealth and prioritise integrity as the nation pursues its broader “Reset” agenda to rebuild trust and strengthen governance. In a special message to Ghanaians to commemorate the country’s 69th Independence Day on March 6, 2026, the President emphasised that sustainable national progress hinges not only on policy reforms but also on a fundamental shift in societal attitudes, expectations, and leadership conduct. “Resetting Ghana is about resetting values, resetting expectations, and resetting the very relationship between leaders and the led,” President Mahama stated in his address. The President stressed that celebrating…

The Member of Parliament for the Mpraeso Constituency, Davis Ansah Opoku, has raised concerns over the funding arrangements for the government’s One Million Coders Programme, warning that the approach could potentially breach provisions of the Public Financial Management Act. Contributing to the debate on the State of the Nation Address in Parliament, the Mpraeso MP questioned how the flagship digital initiative is being financed and whether Parliament has been properly informed of its funding sources. According to him, while the President highlighted the One Million Coders Programme as a key pillar of Ghana’s digital transformation agenda, there remains little clarity…

The Member of Parliament for the Mpraeso Constituency, Davis Ansah Opoku, has questioned the government’s silence on the future of AT Ghana during the ongoing debate on the State of the Nation Address in Parliament. Contributing to the debate on the floor of the House, the Mpraeso MP expressed concern that despite the President’s extensive remarks on digital transformation and the development of a digital economy, the address failed to address the situation of AT Ghana, formerly AirtelTigo. According to him, the omission is worrying given the telecom operator’s role in Ghana’s communications sector and the uncertainty currently facing its…

The Ghana Air Force has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus H175 helicopter from France, in a key milestone for the modernisation of its fleet. The state-of-the-art aircraft arrived in Accra on Thursday, March 5, 2026, following a successful ferry flight from Marignane, France, where it underwent all required technical acceptance procedures with manufacturer Airbus Helicopters. According to an official post by the Ghana Armed Forces, the delivery forms part of a broader defence procurement programme approved by Parliament to boost the operational capacity of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). The helicopter’s journey followed a carefully planned route, transiting through…

The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has declared a nationwide strike, directing all members in the Civil Service and Local Government Service to stay at home from Monday, March 9, 2026, until further notice. In a circular signed by Executive Secretary Isaac Bampoe Addo and dated March 5, 2026, the association instructed members to comply with the directive, addressed to the Head of Civil Service, Head of Local Government Service, all Regional Secretaries, and CLOGSAG members nationwide. “Stay at home until further notice,” the circular emphatically stated. The industrial action follows years of unresolved grievances over the…