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The Electoral Commission (EC) has raised alarms over the dangers of fake news and misinformation potentially disrupting Ghana’s upcoming December 7 general elections. The EC cautioned that unchecked spread of false information could erode public trust, incite tensions, and jeopardize the peaceful conduct of the polls. Dr. Serebour Quaicoo, the …

John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has announced plans for a national dialogue on education if elected president in the upcoming 2024 elections. His proposed dialogue would bring together stakeholders to address critical issues such as food shortages, inadequate infrastructure, and limitations on free speech …

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has suspended the Foreign Exchange Trading Licence of Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) for one month, effective November 26, 2024. This action, grounded in section 11(2) of the Foreign Exchange Act, 2006 (Act 723), comes in response to multiple violations of foreign exchange market regulations. In …

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has suspended the Foreign Exchange Trading Licence of Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) for one month, effective November 26, 2024. This action, grounded in section 11(2) of the Foreign Exchange Act, 2006 (Act 723), comes in response to multiple violations of foreign exchange market regulations. In …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for Odododiodoo, Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has announced that the NDC minority caucus will not return to Parliament until after the December elections. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling on November 12, 2024, overturning Speaker Alban Bagbin’s declaration of four parliamentary …

John Dramani Mahama, flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to prioritize accessible and affordable healthcare if elected in the December polls. Speaking at the commissioning of a new maternity and children’s ward in Bodom, Nkoranza North, alongside his wife, Lordina Mahama, Mahama emphasized his plan for universal …

Last two days marks four years since the passing of President Jerry John Rawlings, celebrated by the Rawlings Foundation and family as a leader who embodied dedication to the people. Known as “The People’s Man,” Rawlings served with a commitment to justice, freedom, and accountability. Rising to prominence in 1979, …

The Ministry of Roads and Highways assures the public that road projects will proceed uninterrupted despite an ongoing strike by Ghana Highway Authority (GHA) workers. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show, Ahmed Nasir Yartey, the Ministry’s Public Relations Officer, explained that projects are managed by independent contractors under strict contracts …

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has voiced strong confidence in the party’s prospects for the December 7 election, crediting the NPP’s track record in governance. Speaking at a rally in Oforikrom in the Ashanti Region, he emphasized the impact of flagship policies like Free Senior …

James Kofi Annan, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Effutu Constituency, anticipates a strong NDC showing in the December 7 election, citing multiple research studies that indicate favorable odds for both the party’s parliamentary and presidential races. However, he expressed concern over the recent registration of non-resident voters, …