Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Thursday, February 6, joined a thanksgiving service at the Manhyia Palace to mark the 8th enstoolment anniversary of the Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III. Also present was the wife of the Asantehene, Lady Julia Osei Tutu, and a number of queenmothers including, Nana Yaa Asantewaa II, Ejisuhemaa; Nana Nyarko Aboraa Sika III, Manso Nkwantahemaa; Nana Adwoa Afranewaa III, Offinsohemaa; and Nana Agyeiwaa Paamu, Tepahemaa. The rest were Nana Darkowaa Ampem Kyerewaa II, Yamfohemaa; Nana Yaa Mmua Brayie II, Kenyase Number 1 Hemaa; Nana Acheamponmaa Ntansa Yiadom II, Agonahemaa; Nana Konama Danpon III, Mpasaasohemaa, and…
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Member of Parliament (MP) for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has dismissed allegation that he described Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as the daughter of a murderer. During a heated debate for the approval of ministerial nominees in Parliament on Tuesday, February 4, a voice was heard telling Dr Agyeman-Rawlings who is the MP for Klottey Korle to “sit down, you daughter of a murderer.” Another voice followed up, “But there is evidence that her father killed people.” Condemnation The Majority has alleged that Abu Jinapor made the statement. The remarks has also drawn widespread condemned by many Ghanaians. Jinapor denies But, in…
Former Auditor General Dominic Yao Domelevo says the new ministers who were sworn in On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, should have declared their assets before being sworn in. President John Dramani Mahama swore in six ministers at the Jubilee House in Accra. He urged them to declare their assets. In an interview with Joy FM on Thursday, January 23, Domelevo noted that requiring ministers to declare their assets and liabilities before taking office would promote transparency and help build public trust in the government. This step, he suggests, would be a significant move towards curbing corruption and fostering a culture…
The Minority in Parliament, led by its leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has announced plans to conduct a fact-finding mission in Obuasi, Ashanti Region, following violent clashes between local miners and AngloGold Ashanti. The clashes, which claimed nine lives and left several others injured, involved confrontations between local miners and military personnel deployed to provide security for AngloGold Ashanti’s operations. Expressing concern over the incident, Afenyo-Markin called for immediate and comprehensive action to address the root causes of the conflict. He warned that if the government fails to initiate a credible investigation, Parliament will step in with its own inquiry. “If the…
The Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, is set to officially assume the position of Majority Leader in Parliament today, January 23, following the appointment of Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as Minister of Finance. The elevation of Dr. Ato Forson to the Finance Ministry created a vacancy in the Majority leadership, paving way for Ayariga’s appointment. Known for his legal expertise and extensive parliamentary experience, Ayariga is expected to bring a fresh and pragmatic approach to leading the Majority Caucus. Over the years, Ayariga has established himself as a vocal advocate for his constituents and an active participant…
The Omanhene of Goaso in the Ahafo Region, Nana Akwasi Bosomprah, has died under circumstances that have led many residents in the region to raise questions about his association with former President John Mahama. Indeed, the death of the Omanhene, who was a close pal of the NDC presidential candidate and a self-confessed NDC member, has sent tongues wagging and caused apprehension in the Ahafo Region. Stories making the rounds in the area indicate that on Tuesday, December 3, the 58-year-old paramount chief decided to consult some deities about the chances of John Mahama in Saturday’s elections. Collapse In the…
The Vice-Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has appealed to the Islamic Community in Ashanti Region to vote for the party to ensure that Ghana produce the first Muslim president. According to Dr. Opoku Prempeh also known as Napo, the NPP party believes in diversity and unity hence the commitment to chose Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to lead the party in the 2024 election. “Our commitment of advocating for harmonious coexistence among Ghanaians, free from religious and ethnic divisions, remains steadfast as I met with the Islamic clergy to preach our message of hope and…
The vice presidential candidate of the NPP, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has assured artisans of Suame Magazine in Kumasi that a Bawumia government will empower them with skills to handle electric vehicles. He said currently, there are about 17,000 electric vehicles in Ghana, and with the government’s programme to import more electric buses, there is the need to build the capacities of the artisans to work on the vehicles. Interacting with members of the Association of Garages in Suame on Thursday, November 28, as part of his campaign tour of the Ashanti Region, Napo, as the vice presidential candidate is…
While John Mahama chose to give head porters (kayayei) pans to continue carrying loads on their heads, we came with bold solutions and offered them life-changing opportunities. These were the words of Dr Mahamadu Bawumia when he handed over certificates to 22 former kayayei girls, who have undergone training and qualified as bus drivers, under the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) Kayayei Empowerment Programme (KEP). “Their inspiring story, is similar to the rest of the 5000 kayayei who have been transformed under various modules of the KEP including soap, detergent and bead making, bakery, pedicure and manicure, as well…
A Bawumia-led NPP government will make skills development and skills training a top priority, the NPP vice presidential candidate, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh (Napo) has assured. This vision, he explained, is designed to empower individuals with practical skills that will foster economic growth and personal advancement. Dr Opoku Prempeh said this when he engaged with graduands of the United Hairdressers and Beauticians Association earlier on Tuesday, November 26. He was inspired by their dedication to perfecting their craft and contributing to Ghana’s thriving beauty and personal development. Vote He reminded the young ladies to vote massively for Dr Bawumia in…