Author: Political Desk

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has described Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s victory in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries as well-earned and a confirmation of the strong confidence that party delegates have in his leadership. The Bekwai MP made the remarks during a courtesy call on Dr. Bawumia by members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament on Tuesday, following the NPP presidential primaries held on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Dr. Bawumia, the former Vice President, secured the party’s flagbearership for the 2028 general elections with a decisive 56.48% of the votes, polling 110,643 out of the…

Police in the Kotobabi District have arrested two suspected phone snatchers following a high-speed chase in Dzorwulu, leading to the recovery of multiple stolen mobile phones, cash, and other valuables, as well as the subsequent arrest of four additional accomplices. The suspects, identified as Stephen Gletsu, 37, and Mohammed Sheriff, 20, were apprehended on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, during an intelligence-led patrol operation. According to a police statement, a patrol team on a service motorbike spotted the duo riding an unregistered black Royal 125 motorbike along the Dzorwulu area. Both men were dressed in all-black attire and wearing black helmets,…

Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has criticised the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), accusing it of underperforming despite receiving substantial financial support from the state. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, the South Dayi MP expressed frustration that the OSP continues to report limited prosecutorial outcomes even though it receives an average of GH¢250 million annually. “The Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP) gets ¢250 million on average, every year and every day he will report that I’m investigating 15 cases, I’m looking at 20 other cases and prosecuting about seven,” Dafeamekpor said. He argued that…

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…