The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called for the abolition of artificial intelligence-based aptitude tests used in the ongoing recruitment into Ghana’s security services, citing major challenges faced by applicants. The Member of Parliament for Effutu said his caucus, together with several lawmakers, had received numerous complaints from constituents who were disqualified during the recruitment process...
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NPA Assures Public of Stable Fuel Supply Amid Global Market Concerns
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has moved to calm public concerns over fuel availability and pricing, assuring Ghanaians that the country has adequate stocks of petroleum products and that the national fuel supply situation remains stable. In a press release issued on Wednesday, the NPA emphasized that recent developments in global energy markets will not...
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Parliamentary OGP Caucus Engages Internal Audit Agency on Transparency Commitments
The Parliamentary Open Government Partnership (OGP) Caucus has paid a working visit to the Internal Audit Agency (IAA) as part of its ongoing engagements with implementing agencies under the national OGP initiative. The visit was aimed at gathering insights on progress made, challenges encountered, and exploring collaborative strategies to ensure the successful implementation of Ghana’s...
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Finance Ministry Pledges Stricter Controls Following Auditor-General’s Report
The Deputy Minister for Finance, Hon. Thomas Nyarko Ampem, on behalf of the Finance Minister, Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has presented a statement to Parliament addressing the Auditor-General’s special report on arrears and payables as of the end of 2024. Hon. Ampem described the findings as evidence of a “systematic plunder and abuse” of...
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Health Minister Marks World Kidney Day with Call to Action
The Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has presented a statement on the floor of Parliament to commemorate World Kidney Day 2026, urging Ghanaians to take proactive steps in safeguarding their kidney health. This year’s celebration is being observed under the theme “Kidney Health for All – Caring for People, Protecting the Environment.” Hon....
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Counsellor Lutterodt Arrested Over Viral Comments
The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has arrested Cyril George Carstensen Lutterodt, popularly known as Counsellor Lutterodt, following comments he allegedly made in a viral video that incited youth to storm the residence of the late highlife legend, Daddy Lumba. Police say preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect’s remarks were offensive...
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Parliament Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Leadership on International Women’s Day
The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Bernard Ahiafor, has delivered a statement on behalf of the Rt. Hon. Speaker, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to mark International Women’s Day, underscoring the critical role of women in legislative leadership and governance. In his address, Hon. Ahiafor emphasized that women’s participation in parliamentary leadership is essential to...
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Three Arrested Over Murder of Abamba Queenmother
The Bono East Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three suspects in connection with the murder of the Queenmother of Abamba near Amantin in the Atebubu area. The suspects — Rafiu Haruna, Muftawu Adamu, and Michael Owusu Spermi — were picked up during an intelligence-led operation. Police say the arrests mark a significant...
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Ghana Hosts Kimberley Process Review Mission
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, Esq., has welcomed a high-level delegation of the Kimberley Process to Ghana as the country hosts a review visit under the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) from March 9 to March 12, 2026. Addressing the delegation in Accra, Mr. Gyamfi reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment...
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President Mahama Begins Official Visit to South Korea
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in the Republic of Korea for a series of high-level engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between Ghana and South Korea. During his visit, President Mahama is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with President Lee Jae Myung and meet with the Speaker of the National Assembly, Woo Won-shik. The...