Author: Richmond Ampofo Fordjour

It now remains a fact that every Chief Justice who served from the Mills era through to President Akufo-Addo has been targets of an impeachment petition, with Chief Justice Georgina Theodora Wood being the subject of most. While the petitioners cannot be faulted for lack of effort, their wishes have yet to materialize. Transitioning from colonialism to independence and eventually becoming a republic, Ghana’s justice system has been a democratic crucible, shaping the rule of law, whose cardinal tenet, equality, has been tested on some chief justices, especially in the Fourth Republic. With just hours to the end of his…

Promising Ghanaian Afrobeats musician, Ellah has released her debut and highly anticipated EP titled ‘Mighty Power’ which is garnering enough streams few weeks after its release. The EP released on September 13 has four tracks; ‘Ginger’, ‘Mighty Power’, ‘Kolom’ and ‘Yolo’ featuring Kurl Songz.Her songs combine heartfelt lyrics and powerful instrumentals to deliver an exciting musical experience. The tracks highlight emotive vocal performance, ensuring it will resonate with both long-time fans and new listeners. The EP showcases the distinctive sound and musical prowess that Ellah is known for, promising to captivate listeners and leave an indelible mark on the musical…

The political messaging around the ballot numbers has flooded media, political, and social conversations, with political experts, party sympathizers, and communication analysts attributing meanings to the NPP at number 1, the NDC at number 8, and Alan Kyerematen at number 13. After 32 years of practicing democracy and successfully conducting 8 general elections, ballot numbers have had a pivotal role in political communication and the outcome of elections. Despite attention coalescing around numbers 1 and 8, Alan Kyeremanten appearing at the bottom of the ballot paper, at number 13, may prove to be the unexpected factor that shakes up the…

Vice Presidential Candidate of the Movement for Change/Alliance for Revolutionary Change, Kwame Owusu Danso Esq., has profoundly asserted that the Alan Kyeremanten ticket is not campaigning for power but working for change, for the future of Ghana. He made this profound statement during his unveiling, which was held at the Ghana International Press Center, Accra, on September 20th, hours later, where their agent secured the 13th and last spot on the ballot paper at the Electoral Commission’s office. Mr. Danso, in his acceptance speech, took a swipe at Vice President and NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for running down Ghana’s…

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Have you ever had a troubling voice saying, “You’re not good enough,” “Your work is not worth it, “and “You’ll be ridiculed.?Get this clear: Growing up with this mindset prevents you from reaching your full potential. It keeps you questioning your own abilities, and you don’t accept or appreciate the success you achieve, which is a building block to your ultimate pursuit in life.This phenomenon is called self-doubt, which apparently begins with low self-esteem. Self-doubt mostly occurs due to psychological discomfort when all you think about yourself is impossibility and failure. A plethora of potentials have never seen the light…

The act of journaling has been in existence for centuries and has provided individuals the space for self-reflection and gaining deeper insight about life. The concept of journaling is considered an intimate form of communication that transcends the basic writing we all know. It is an act of expressing one’s feelings, thoughts, experiences, and reflections. One’s ability to note down his or her feelings and thoughts brings a sense of peace and healing.Journaling offers a lot of benefits that enhance our wellbeing. A major benefit of journaling is enhancing mental health. Research indicates that most often, therapists recommend journaling as…

 The Communications Director of Dr. Bawumia’s Campaign, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has categorically stated that no government in the fourth Republic has dedicated more time and resources to fight galamsey like the Akufo-Addo-led government has done.  He made this averrement in the Next Chapter series, a paid program on Asempa FM, extolling the incomparable efforts of the Akufo-Addo-led administration towards fighting galamsey and attributing the surge of the menace to the erstwhile Mills-Mahama government in 2010. He emphatically stated that his assertion is corroborated with facts that cannot be disputed and called for a United Front to bring an end to…

The shadow of the challenges facing Free SHS has prompted many Ghanaians to question the feasibility and sustainability of the National Democratic Congress’ promise to cover academic facility user fees for Level 100 students. The Launch of the NDC’s Youth Manifesto strategically on the International Youth Day wouldn’t have been enough news to generate conversations but for the “No Fees Stress Initiative”, which also echoed in the party’s manifesto launched in Winneba. Despite the policy’s slogan suggesting ‘no stress’, there are lingering concerns among right-thinking Ghanaians due to the issues experienced with Free SHS. The policy’s viability is questionable, juxtaposing…

Brazilian football giants Flamengo have withdrawn interest in signing former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial after reports claim exorbitant demands by the Frenchman. The 28-year-old Frenchman has lost two bids after leaving Manchester United as a free agent, admitting a pool of interest from top-tier clubs in Europe. According to reports from a news outlet, Meia Hora, the deal came to deadlock after the demands by Martial were deemed ‘unworkable’ by Flamengo despite initial talks with his agent. Flamengo showed interest in the Frenchman after their forward Pedro Guilherme Abreu dos Santos suffered a knee injury in training with the Brazilian…