Author: Political Desk

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has stated that former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia holds no place in his life, emphasising that the 2024 presidential candidate “does not exist” to him. Speaking in an interview on Accra-based United Television (UTV) on Monday, December 19, 2025, the Assin Central Member of Parliament said, “I do not have time for Dr Bawumia. In my life, he does not exist, because if he existed, I might commit a crime. That is how I see myself.” Mr Agyapong accused Dr Bawumia of being behind controversial statements made by the Bono…

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has declared that her political future is tied to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) gears up for its flagbearership contest. Speaking to party delegates and supporters, Adwoa Safo called for unity and strategic reflection within the NPP, stating emphatically, “It is time for Bawumia.” She acknowledged that political ambition is legitimate for all members, saying, “I am a politician, and Honourable Kennedy Agyapong is also a politician. In the same way that Honourable Ken has his own opinions and ambitions, I also have my…

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Atiwa East in the Eastern Region, Ernest Ntim, has been sentenced to eight days in prison by the Koforidua High Court 2 for contempt of court related to illegal mining activities, known as galamsey. The court found Mr Ntim guilty of continuing galamsey operations on protected land despite a pending injunction motion restraining such activities. His actions were said to have caused extensive environmental damage, including the destruction of farmlands, pollution of the Koben River, and contamination of water sources serving several communities. The ruling was delivered on Monday, December 15, 2025, following several…

The Black Stars of Ghana will take on four-time world champions Germany in an international friendly match on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Stuttgart. The encounter is part of the preparations for both teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ghana, under the guidance of Hamburg-born coach Otto Addo – a former Borussia Dortmund player who won the Bundesliga title in 2002 and earned 15 caps for the Black Stars – will use the game to fine-tune their squad. Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann expressed excitement about the…

A latest opinion poll by Global InfoAnalytics, headed by Executive Director Mussa Dankwa, has tipped New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate Matthew Nyindam to a narrow lead ahead of the Kpandai parliamentary rerun. The survey, released on December 14, 2025, shows Mr Nyindam polling 50 percent, four points ahead of National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Daniel Nsala Wakpal on 46 percent. One percent indicated support for Donkor Eric Nipani, with three percent of respondents remaining undecided. Global InfoAnalytics described the contest as a statistical dead heat, noting that Mr Nyindam’s lead falls within the poll’s ±3.9 percent margin of error. The…

Former Member of Parliament for the Dome-Kwabenya Constituency, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has questioned attempts to blame the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer for the 2024 presidential election, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, for the party’s defeat. In a viral video, Adwoa Safo, who has been campaigning for Dr Bawumia in the party’s January 31, 2025, presidential primaries, emphasised collective responsibility for the defeat instead of singling out the former Vice President. “Was Dr Mahamudu Bawumia the Finance Minister? Were we not in government when our MPs said our finances were not going well and called for the removal of the Finance Minister?…

Azumah Resources Ghana Limited has secured a $37.5 million agreement with Danish engineering firm FLSmidth for the supply of advanced mining equipment to develop the Black Volta and Sankofa gold concessions in the Upper West Region. The deal was signed at a ceremony held at the Marriott Hotel in Accra on Friday, December 12, 2025, paving the way for full-scale operations expected within the next 21 months. The partnership emphasises environmentally responsible gold mining, with Azumah Resources prioritising sustainability amid concerns over illegal mining (galamsey), environmental damage, and job scarcity in mining communities. Noel Addo, Director of Azumah Resources Ghana…

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has announced that Parliament is expected to adjourn sine die on Friday, December 19, 2025. Presenting the Business Statement for the ninth week ending December 19, Mr Ayariga, who also serves as Chairman of the Business Committee, urged Committee Chairpersons to prioritise all pending referrals and submit their reports expeditiously. He commended the Speaker, the Deputy Speakers, and all Members of Parliament for their commitment and hard work during the session. Mr Ayariga expressed optimism that the Business Committee would ensure all scheduled matters for the final week are concluded smoothly before the House rises. In…

One person has been confirmed dead following a swarm of bees that attacked supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Kpandai District shortly after a campaign event on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The NDC’s Kpandai Constituency Secretary, Mr. Robert, confirmed the incident to Citi News, stating that the attack occurred immediately after the party had concluded its campaign activities. The deceased, identified as a chief from one of the communities in the district, was riding a motorbike when the swarm of bees suddenly attacked him. In the resulting panic, he dismounted and tried to escape but was beaten…

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has announced the arrest of notorious Ghanaian cyber-criminal Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica (also known as Emmanuel Kojo Baah Obeng), for his alleged role in an $8 million romance scam that targeted elderly victims in the United States. In a statement issued on Friday, December 12, 2025, EOCO disclosed that Abu Trica was arrested on Thursday, December 11, 2025, in a well-coordinated multi-agency operation involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Interpol, the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), the National Investigations Bureau (NIB), the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), and the Office of…