Author: Political Desk

Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has criticised Members of Parliament (MPs) for persistent absenteeism, warning that such behaviour amounts to incompetence and a breach of the oath they swore. Speaking during proceedings on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Speaker expressed deep concern over the low turnout in the chamber, noting that only 20 MPs were present at the time, seven on his left and 13 on his right. The Speaker appealed to parliamentarians to prioritise the business of the House during official sessions before attending to external duties, emphasising the need for greater dedication to parliamentary responsibilities. “These…

The Supreme Court has ordered the Attorney-General to disclose documents relating to the controversial agreement between the government of Ghana and the United States on the deportation and temporary hosting of West African nationals. The ruling, delivered on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, grants lawyers representing the pro-democracy group Democracy Hub permission to inspect the documents. The order follows a long-running legal challenge filed by Democracy Hub, led by activist and lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor, questioning the constitutionality of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) entered into by Ghana in mid-2025. The group argues that the agreement, which allows the US to deport…

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has condemned the National Investigations Bureau (NIB)’s handling of investigations involving Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), describing it as an abuse of power and a deliberate diversion from the pressing economic challenges confronting ordinary Ghanaians. In a press statement issued on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, and signed by Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Caucus demanded the immediate release of Ofosu Nkansah, who they claim is being held at an unknown location following actions by NIB operatives. The issue is on the back of allegations…

Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has announced his intention to venture into agribusiness, specifically poultry farming and meat processing, drawing inspiration from the ‘Nkoko Nketenkete’ (Small Chicken) programme introduced by President John Dramani Mahama. The multiple award-winning musician made the disclosure on Monday during a courtesy call at the headquarters of the Gomoa Central Special Economic Zone, situated at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra. Shatta Wale, whose real name is Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr, said the government’s flagship poultry initiative has motivated him to diversify his investments beyond the entertainment industry into agriculture. He praised the policy direction of…

The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has been moved to an undisclosed location by officers of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), his lawyer has confirmed. Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, counsel for Mr. Ofosu Nkansah, disclosed on Citi Eyewitness News on Tuesday, February 10, that his client was taken away in a convoy of three pickup vehicles after officers initially searched his residence and later returned with him to the NIB office. According to the lawyer, the legal team has been unable to obtain any information regarding the new location…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has revealed that its investigative committee into allegations of vote-buying during the Ayawaso East parliamentary primary recommended the annulment of the results in principle, but practical constraints prevented the party from acting on the advice. The party has therefore decided to retain Mohammed Baba Jamal as its candidate for the upcoming Ayawaso East by-election. Addressing journalists on Tuesday, February 10, NDC General Secretary Fifi Kwetey explained the factors that made annulment impossible despite the committee’s ideal recommendation. A three-member committee was set up by the party to probe claims of inducement following the primary held…

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has interrogated Mohammed Baba Jamal, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Ayawaso East, over allegations of vote-buying during the party’s parliamentary primary held on Saturday, February 7. Sources at the OSP confirmed that Baba Jamal was invited to assist with investigations following formal complaints alleging inducement of delegates during the primary exercise. The questioning, according to the sources, is part of preliminary investigative steps and does not constitute a finding of guilt or wrongdoing. The allegations centre on claims that television sets, boiled eggs, and other items were distributed to influence…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has cleared Mohammed Baba Jamal to remain as its parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso East by-election, following an internal probe into allegations of vote buying during the party’s parliamentary primary held on Saturday, February 7. A three-member investigative committee set up by the party to examine claims of inducement submitted its report, which reportedly found no sufficient grounds to disqualify Baba Jamal. According to a Citinewsroom report, sources within the NDC have confirmed that Baba Jamal will proceed as the party’s candidate for the by-election. He is expected to file his nomination papers with the…

Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Bagbin has directed the Business Committee to schedule the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, widely known as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill for consideration by the House. The Speaker made the announcement on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, February 10, after determining that the bill satisfies all constitutional and procedural requirements for reintroduction under Parliament’s Standing Orders. “I therefore direct that the bill be scheduled by the Business Committee to be presented to the House for consideration,” Speaker Bagbin stated. He explained that Standing Order 187(2) requires the Speaker to inform the House…

Officers from the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) have conducted a search at the residence of Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), as part of ongoing investigations into allegations of the sale of government-funded overseas scholarships. This development was confirmed by lawyers representing Mr. Nkansah. According to the legal team, the search was carried out following comments made by the former NEIP boss during a radio discussion, where he alleged that individuals were making payments to secure scholarships abroad. In an interview with Citi News, lead counsel Nana Agyei Baffour…