Day: October 22, 2025

Accra: Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has sounded the alarm on the limited capacity of the current parliamentary chamber. He warned that the structure’s integrity may be compromised if the number of Members of Parliament (MPs) keeps increasing. According to Ghana News Agency, with the swearing-in of two new National Democratic Congress (NDC) MPs, Mr Bernard Bediako Baidoo for Akwatia and Professor Alidu Seidu for Tamale Central, the House now has a full complement of 276 MPs. “We are happy now to have the full complement of the House. We now have 276 MPs. Anytime the

Accra: Residents of Krachi East Municipality are sharing their thoughts on former president Nana Akufo-Addo’s recent call for unity among New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirants ahead of the 2026 primaries. While some residents believe the call for unity is a step in the right direction, others are skeptical about its impact and are eagerly watching how the party’s aspirants respond to the former president’s plea. According to Ghana News Agency, the meeting between former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the NPP presidential aspirants aims to promote cohesion and an internal peaceful electoral process. However, in the heart of

Accra: The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed dissatisfaction over the alleged removal of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, from the Order Paper of Parliament. The bill aims to criminalize same-sex relationships, uphold Ghanaian cultural values, and limit gay activities in the country. According to Ghana News Agency, the Order Paper lists activities proposed for debate by members of Parliament on a given day or week. Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, the NPP Member of Parliament for Assin South and a sponsor of the bill, accused the NDC government of avoiding

Accra: President John Dramani Mahama has launched the Ghana Infrastructure Plan (GIP), which encapsulates Ghana’s long-term vision and strategic direction for infrastructure development and provides the physical manifestation of social and economic ideals. The development of a well-planned and adequately maintained world-class network of infrastructure is critical for Ghana’s quest to become a solidly developed country by its centenary year of 2057. According to Ghana News Agency, the launch of the GIP, which is under the auspices of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), took place on Wednesday, October 22, in Accra. President Mahama in his address said the Ghana

Accra: President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the Government’s dedication to developing an efficient, safe, and inclusive transport and logistics system in Ghana. In his address at the opening of the inaugural Ghana Transport and Logistics Fair 2025, President Mahama emphasized the modernization of Ghana’s rail, road, maritime, and aviation systems, alongside improved intermodal connectivity to facilitate seamless passenger and freight movement across the nation and beyond. According to Ghana News Agency, the three-day event, organized by the Ministry of Transport under the theme ‘Resetting Ghana’s Transport Sector for Improved Connectivity, Innovation, and Investment,’ aims to showcase innovation, attract investment,

Des moines: Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has attended the opening of the Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, held in connection with the World Food Prize, which is being organized by the World Food Prize Foundation in Des Moines, Iowa in the United States. According to Ghana News Agency, the event brings together global leaders and experts to deliberate on critical issues of food security, as global food security is a cornerstone of global peace. A statement issued by the Office of the Vice President emphasized the importance of these discussions in reminding world leaders that achieving food security

Kumasi: The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has directed the removal of all temporary structures, signage, and trading activities along the stretch from Santasi Roundabout to Ahodwo Roundabout. This directive aims to facilitate the construction of a dual carriage road connecting the Asokwa Interchange. According to Ghana News Agency, the Assembly issued a public announcement stating that all temporary structures, including wooden and metallic kiosks or shops around the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, must be cleared within 21 days from the announcement date. Additionally, all signage and billboards along the Santasi-Ahodwo road corridor are to be removed by November 30, 2025.