Author: Political Desk

The Minority in Parliament has demanded that the Ministry of the Interior refund approximately GH¢113 million collected as application fees from applicants disqualified during the ongoing recruitment exercise into the country’s security services. The call comes after Interior Minister Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka disclosed that more than 105,000 applicants have qualified for the medical stage of the process, even though only 5,000 positions are available for final enlistment. He further revealed that nearly 500,000 individuals applied for roles across the various security agencies. Speaking to journalists on Thursday, March 12, 2026, Ranking Member on the Defence and Interior Committee, Rev. John…

The Ministry of Health has suspended Fredrick Anaba, Principal of the College of Nursing, Nkanchina, over allegations of over-admission of students and the introduction of unapproved academic programmes. The suspension follows the launch of a full administrative investigation by the Ministry into the reported irregularities. Mr Anaba was initially queried on 19 February 2026 concerning admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year. After reviewing his response, the Ministry determined that a comprehensive investigation was required to establish the full facts surrounding the alleged breaches. Pending the outcome of the probe, the Principal has been directed to hand over management responsibilities to…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has called on Ghanaian YouTube sensation and digital influencer Wode Maya to mentor young people in content creation and digital media during the ongoing International Youth Empowerment Summit (iYES 2026). Speaking at the summit’s opening, Mr Ayariga highlighted the growing opportunities in the creative and digital sectors, noting that youth with the right skills can generate sustainable livelihoods. “Wode Maya has demonstrated what is possible when creativity meets dedication. We are inviting him to guide young people on how to leverage content creation to tell stories, build careers,…

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called for an urgent briefing from the government over allegations that Ghanaian territory was used to facilitate United States military airstrikes targeting ISIS elements in northern Nigeria. Addressing the media on Wednesday, March 11, the Member of Parliament for Damongo and Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abu Jinapor, flanked by colleagues on the committee, described the claims as raising grave questions about Ghana’s foreign policy and national security. The issue surfaced following remarks reportedly made by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa during a panel discussion at Chatham House in London.…

The Member of Parliament for Walewale, Dr Mahama Tiah Abdul-Kabiru, has described a government report on arrears and payables presented to Parliament as a “compendium of half-truths.” The report, which was read in Parliament on Tuesday, March 10, by Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem on behalf of Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson, detailed the findings of an audit into GH¢68.7 billion in claims submitted by contractors and suppliers as outstanding payments at the end of 2024. Among the key issues raised in the report was the purchase of 10,000 metric tonnes of rice by the government in 2024, which…

Former Member of Parliament for Kwahu Afram Plains North, Betty. Seyram  Krosbi Mensah has called on the judiciary, law enforcement agencies and the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection to strictly enforce the Affirmative Action (Gender Equality) Act 2024 to ensure women occupy at least 30% of leadership positions. The National Coordinator of the National Recreation and Wellness Programme, who also doubles as Technical Advisor to the Minister of Sports and Recreation, said the law which she helped steer through Parliament as a member of the Gender and Children Committee in the 8th Parliament, must now deliver tangible results.…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has called on young Ghanaians to focus on long-term leadership and leave a legacy that transcends their generation. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 International Youth Empowerment Summit (iYES) in Accra, Mr Ayariga encouraged participants to view their actions as building blocks for future generations. “Potential alone is not enough. Across our communities, there are young people full of ideas, creativity, and ambition, yet too often they face barriers that make them question whether the future is truly open to them,” he said. “When young people lose…

The National Youth Authority (NYA) has partnered with the International Youth Empowerment Summit 2026 (iYES 2026) to motivate young Ghanaians to think beyond their generation and create a lasting impact. The four-day summit, held from 10 to 13 March 2026 at the UPSA Auditorium, is themed “Transgenerational Impact.” Addressing participants, the Chief Executive Officer of the NYA, Osman Ayariga, encouraged young people to adopt a mindset focused on long-term transformation and legacy. Speaking on economic empowerment, he noted that President John Dramani Mahama established the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment to create programmes and opportunities that improve the livelihoods…

A man has been arrested following the suspected killing of an unidentified woman believed to be his girlfriend at Bentum in the Awutu Senya District of the Central Region. The suspect, identified as Horlali Alatusa, a spiritualist in his early 20s, was apprehended after authorities received a complaint from another farmer about a terrible stench emanating from his farmland. On Tuesday, March 10, community members took the suspect to the farm and dug up a trench he had previously excavated, but they were unable to locate the body of the deceased. Residents later reported the matter to the police after…

The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn, joined colleagues from the Women’s Caucus of Parliament to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026 by engaging with young girls and students considered the next generation of leaders and innovators. The outreach programme brought the female legislators into close interaction with students from Street Academy Ghana and selected technical and vocational institutions in Accra. The initiative aimed to inspire confidence among the girls and encourage them to pursue education, leadership, and skills development. The visit formed part of activities marking this year’s global celebration, held under the theme “Give to Gain,” which…