The Parliamentary Minority Caucus has sharply criticised the High Court ruling that sentenced Bernard Antwi‑Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, to twenty years’ imprisonment, warning that the judgment reflects deeper constitutional and democratic concerns. In its statement, the Caucus expressed solidarity with Wontumi’s family and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), urging members to respond with discipline...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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Bank of Ghana Reports Strong Economic Gains, Credit Surge
Ghana’s economy is showing renewed momentum, with growth and private sector lending both recording significant improvements, according to the Bank of Ghana. Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, delivering opening remarks at the 131st Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, announced that the economy expanded by 6.4 percent in the first quarter of 2026, up from 6.2...
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Bank of Ghana Warns Of Rising Inflation Pressures
Headline inflation in Ghana has climbed for the third consecutive month, prompting caution from the Bank of Ghana as transport and haulage costs continue to drive price increases. Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, speaking at the opening of the 131st Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, disclosed that inflation rose from 3.2 percent in March to...
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Bank of Ghana Opens 131st MPC Meeting With Call For Evidence -Based Policy
Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has urged careful and evidence-based policy decisions as the central bank convened its 131st Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting amid global uncertainty and rising energy prices. Opening the session on Monday, Dr. Asiama reaffirmed Ghana’s macroeconomic resilience but stressed the importance of reviewing recent inflation...
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Minority Caucus Decries Wontumi Conviction, Flags Miscarriage of Justice
The Parliamentary Minority Caucus has denounced the High Court ruling that sentenced Bernard Antwi‑Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, to twenty years’ imprisonment, describing the judgment as a breach of constitutional safeguards and a miscarriage of justice. Delivering its statement in Accra, the Caucus expressed solidarity with Wontumi’s family and the New Patriotic Party (NPP),...
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President Mahama Engages Volta Region On Development Priorties
President John Dramani Mahama has assured residents of the Volta Region that government remains committed to addressing their concerns through practical interventions and sustained investment in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and economic development. Speaking during a community engagement and question-and-answer session in Ho as part of his #ResettingGhana tour, the President interacted with traditional leaders, students,...
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Minority Caucus Condemns Wontumi Conviction, Cites Breach of Fair Trial Rights
The Parliamentary Minority Caucus has mounted a sharp challenge to the High Court ruling that sentenced Bernard Antwi‑Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, to twenty years’ imprisonment under the Minerals and Mining Act. In a statement issued from Parliament House, Accra, the Caucus expressed solidarity with Wontumi’s family and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), describing...
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President Mahama Mourns Passing Of Ya-Na Abukari II
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed deep sorrow over the death of His Royal Majesty Ya-Na Abukari II, describing the passing of the Overlord of Dagbon as a profound loss to the kingdom and the nation. Receiving a delegation from the Dagbon Traditional Council at the Presidency to formally announce the death, President Mahama extended...
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Minority Caucus Challenges High Court Judgment Against Wontumi
The Parliamentary Minority Caucus has issued a strongly worded statement questioning the legitimacy of the High Court ruling that convicted Bernard Antwi‑Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, alongside Akonta Mining Limited under the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703). The judgment, delivered by Justice Audrey Kocuvie‑Tay in Accra, imposed a twenty‑year custodial sentence on...
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Police Arrest Five Suspects, Retrieve Firearms in Accra Operation
The Accra Regional Police Command, working in collaboration with the National Police Intelligence Directorate (NPID), has arrested five suspects and retrieved a cache of firearms, ammunition and other offensive items during an intelligence‑led operation at Sapeiman Faase in the Accra Region. The suspects — identified as Torgbui Agah Semaglo, 50; Shadrach Agah Semaglo, 22; William...