Author: Political Desk

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu on Monday, March 30, 2026, received a high-powered delegation from the palace of the Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Naa Abubakari II, at his residence. The visit, initiated at the personal directive of the Ya-Naa, was a significant gesture of goodwill aimed at inquiring about the minister’s health and recovery after his recent major road accident. Leading the delegation was the Paramount Chief of Zangbalun, Naa Dr. Yakubu Mahama, who conveyed a message from the Dagbon overlord. The message highlighted the Ya-Naa’s deep concern for Haruna Iddrisu’s well-being and his critical role in national development, especially in the…

The Engineering Council under the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources has confirmed that the abandoned La Beach Towers project is among several structures in Accra currently undergoing technical assessment over safety concerns. The Registrar of the Engineering Council, Engineer Isaac Badu, disclosed this in an interview on Joy FM’s Midday News on Monday, March 30, 2026. He revealed that the Council has already held meetings with the developers and consultants involved in the La Beach Towers project as part of the ongoing assessment. “We’ve had meetings with the developers and consultants, and we are assessing it. Once we…

A sharp exchange occurred in Parliament on Friday when Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin criticised Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, the Member of Parliament for Essikado-Ketan. The incident took place during discussions on the Governance Advisory Council Bill 2025. Ayensu-Danquah had moved a motion for the bill to be read a second time when the Minority Leader raised strong objections to her contribution. This is not the first time the Minority Leader has openly challenged the Essikado-Ketan MP during parliamentary proceedings as observed by the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga. The Majority Leader in commenting on the incident raised concerns about the repeated incident.

An Accra High Court has ordered that the ongoing criminal trial of Nana Appiah Mensah, popularly known as NAM1, former CEO of the defunct gold dealership firm Menzgold, should now be conducted virtually. The decision was communicated to his legal team on Monday, March 30, 2026, following a medical report submitted by the accused. According to the medical note from his doctor, NAM1 has been advised to avoid “maximal physical exertion,” which prompted the court to shift proceedings to electronic hearings to protect his health. NAM1 is facing multiple charges, including defrauding by false pretences, operating a gold trading business…

A logistics company cited in the Auditor-General’s special audit report for multiple infractions has refunded GH₵19.1 million to the state, just one week after the report was presented to Parliament. Rans Logistics, which was flagged for overpayments in grain transportation contracts and the disappearance of thousands of tonnes of rice and maize, made the refund following the release of the audit findings. The development was disclosed by Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem when he appeared before Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Monday, March 30, 2026. “On March 10, I presented the findings of the audit to Parliament. Exactly…

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called on the current government to complete and operationalise all stalled Agenda 111 hospital projects initiated during his administration to significantly boost healthcare delivery across the country. The Agenda 111 initiative was designed to construct 111 hospitals nationwide, including district and regional facilities, to improve access to quality healthcare, particularly in underserved areas. Speaking over the weekend at the launch of the Kyebi Government Hospital’s centenary celebrations, organised by the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional State and the hospital authorities, the former President stressed that healthcare infrastructure development should not be politicised. “We must also…

Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has demanded a full-scale investigation and the prosecution of engineers responsible for the collapse of a building at the Accra Newtown Experimental D/A School. According to the Majority Leader, the collapse of the uncompleted structure points to a failure by the engineers to exercise due diligence in ensuring its structural integrity. Speaking at the scene of the disaster, Mahama Ayariga expressed condolences to the bereaved families and criticised poor project supervision across the country, stressing the need to hold those responsible accountable. “It calls into question the way that we supervise projects and construction…

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has underscored the power of grassroots communication, declaring that he will rely on the Twi language to connect with party supporters and mobilise voters if elected National Chairman. Speaking to supporters during his campaign tour in Accra on Sunday, March 29, 2026, Wontumi emphasised that effective engagement at the community level, especially through local languages, is essential for strengthening the NPP’s bond with the electorate ahead of the 2028 general elections. “I have worked as a constituency chairman, constituency executive, and now I…

Former Kwahu Afram Plains North Member of Parliament, Betty Seyram Krosbi Mensah, has called on women in politics to reject the notion that “women are their own enemies” and instead become each other’s strength and support system. Addressing young female students at the TEIN – African University of Communications and Business (AUCB) Women’s Wing summit held on Friday, March 27, 2026, Mensah shared personal experiences of uplifting other women. She recounted how she single-handedly mentored and supported the current Deputy National Youth Organiser of the NDC and Director General of the National Service Authority, Ruth Dela Seddoh for the party…

Former Member of Parliament for Kwahu Afram Plains North, Betty Krosbi Mensah Syeram, has challenged young women to stop waiting for opportunities and instead prepare themselves to become “undeniable” in leadership positions. Speaking as a guest speaker at a TEIN – African University College of Communications (AUCC) Women’s Wing summit under the theme “Young Women In Politics: Positioning for Leadership, Visibility and Impact,” Mensah urged young women in the party to adequately prepare and position themselves to take up leadership roles. “If leadership opportunities were handed to you today, would you be truly ready or merely interested?” she questioned. While…