Author: Political Desk

Parliament has approved a total allocation of GH¢8.7 billion to the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) for the 2026 fiscal year. The amount, precisely GH¢8,769,707,900, is enshrined in the 2026 Appropriation Act and equates to five per cent of the country’s projected total revenue for the year. This adheres to the requirements of Article 252 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates that not less than five per cent of total revenue be allocated to the DACF. The approval by the House during proceedings on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, reflects a significant increase of 16.78 per cent compared to the GH¢7.51…

Police in the Ashanti South Region have arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of a Kusasi chief at Asawase, which occurred in July 2025. The suspects have been identified as Jamil Usman, also known as Babamu or Guru; Suleman Yasir Arafat, alias Obasanjo; and Ashiadu Sumbeida, also known as Eyeshadow. Addressing the media in Bekwai on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Ashanti South Regional Police Commander, DCOP Joseph Hammond Nyaaba, said the suspects are being prepared for transfer to the Ashanti Regional Police Command for further investigations. DCOP Nyaaba disclosed that a key suspect, Illiasu, also known as Abodam,…

SIC Insurance PLC has celebrated its agents at the company’s annual engagement meeting with the Association of SIC Agents (ASICA) by rewarding them for their dedicated service. The gathering in Accra brought together Management and ASICA members to strengthen collaboration, review performance and chart strategies for the year ahead. It was a moment of reflection on shared achievements and a renewed commitment to excellence. A highlight of the programme was the recognition of agents who distinguished themselves through outstanding performance in 2025. Their dedication, professionalism and hard work continue to expand SIC’s reach and ensure quality insurance services for clients…

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has completed the selection of the first batch of 2,000 recruits, who are scheduled to begin training as part of a four-batch recruitment exercise. In a statement released on Monday, March 17, 2026, Acting Director General of Public Relations, Captain Veronica Arhin, disclosed that the selected individuals are expected to report to their designated selection centres across all 16 regions of the country on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, to collect their appointment letters and recruitment prospectus. GAF encouraged applicants previously flagged with curable medical conditions during the medical screening phase to seek appropriate treatment, assuring…

Former Minister for Trade and Industry, Kobina Tahir (K.T.) Hammond, has threatened legal action against Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson and the Auditor-General over findings in a recent special audit report that allegedly implicate him in wrongful financial transactions under the One District One Factory (1D1F) programme. The audit, presented to Parliament on March 10, 2026, by Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem, uncovered alleged irregularities in arrears and payables, including a fictitious GH¢89.4 million debt linked to the 1D1F initiative. The report highlighted claims submitted by the then Ministry of Trade and Industry for government contributions to interest…

The Member of Parliament for Kade and Vice Chairman of Parliament’s Budget Committee, Alexander Agyare has issued a stinging critique of the government’s fiscal management. He cited “unrealistic” revenue mobilisation targets and a lack of transparency regarding a staggering $240 million loss involving Goldboard and the Bank of Ghana. Speaking on the sidelines of parliamentary proceedings, Agyare raised concerns about the discrepancy between the government’s projected income and the funds reaching state institutions. He noted that, despite failing to meet expectations in 2025, 2026 estimates have been set even higher, a move he described as disconnected from economic reality. The…

The Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) has suspended its nationwide strike, with members directed to resume work on March 24, 2026.   This decision follows an appeal from the government for a 14-day period to address the union’s concerns regarding salary structure and conditions of service. Speaking at a news conference in Accra on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, CLOGSAG Executive Secretary Isaac Bampoe announced the suspension after the National Executive Committee (NEC) reviewed the government’s request. “The National Executive Committee of CLOGSAG has considered the government’s 14-day appeal to address concerns relating to our salary structure…

The Minority in Parliament has accused the government of repackaging existing land policies and presenting them as new reforms, describing the approach as misleading and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 17, the caucus criticised recent announcements by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, insisting that the so-called reforms were largely a rebranding of long-standing laws, policies, and initiatives from previous administrations. “The Ghanaian public deserves accuracy, not political theatre,” the Minority stated. “What the Ministry has presented as reform is, in large part, a repackaging of existing law and standing policy.” The critique comes in…

The Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has asserted that Ghanaians are generally worse off since the National Democratic Congress (NDC) assumed power following the December 7, 2024 general elections. In a series of posts on his X account, Ahiagbah accused the NDC of securing victory through falsehoods and unfulfilled promises, claiming the current administration under President John Dramani Mahama has delivered no tangible major achievements. He specifically highlighted what he described as lies propagated by the NDC during the election campaign, including claims by Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa that the presidential jet…

A 20-year-old woman, Promise Yayra Asamani, has been arrested by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP’s) Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team for allegedly publishing false news that branded an Uber driver as a murderer. The arrest follows a formal complaint lodged on Wednesday, 11th March 2026, by Selasie Kwaku Anthonio, a 43-year-old driver who saw his life upended after his photograph and vehicle registration were circulated on social media alongside grave criminal accusations. The complainant reported that he was alerted by his nephew to a viral Snapchat post which featured his image and vehicle (registration AD-1479-25). The post falsely labelled him…