Tamale North Member of Parliament Alhassan Suhuyini has said that the Minority in Parliament was not engaged by the government on the debt exchange programme announced by the Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. He accused the government of recklessness and dishonesty that have led to the challenges. “Their recklessness and their dishonesty have brought us to where...
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We’re shocked Akufo-Addo watched World Cup in Qatar despite economic crisis – Minority
The Minority in Parliament say they are shocked by the President’s World Cup trip to Qatar despite the country’s economic difficulties. Addressing the press on Monday, the Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu indicated that the move by the President was not prudent. According to the NDC lawmaker, the decision by some other government appointees to travel...
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A ball of Kenkey was ¢2 a year ago; it’s now ¢4 – Sagnarigu MP ABA Fuseini
Sagnarigu lawmaker ABA Fuseini has criticized the government for the economic challenges Ghanaians are saddled with at the moment. He noted that the cost of living has been increasing astronomically. On Monday December 5, he took a ball of kenkey to Parliament to demonstrate how hard the economy has become. “Mr Speaker, before your distinguished...
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‘Bawumia has become an economic Harry Maguire’ – Adongo
The Member of Parliament for the Bolgatanga Central constituency, Isaac Adongo, has in a bizarre manner mocked the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, comparing him to popular Manchester United defender, Harry Maguire who is known for his gaffes. Addressing Members of Parliament, Mr Adongo began by praising the Black Stars for their victory over South...
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Wenchi High Court dismisses case against Techiman South MP
The Wenchi High Court has affirmed the declaration of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Techiman South, Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah as the winner of the 2020 parliamentary election. The court has also fined the petitioners GH¢ 100,000.00 to be shared between the member of parliament of the constituency and the Electoral...
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MPs to begin debate on 2023 budget today
Members of Parliament will today, November 29, 2022, begin debate on the 2023 budget statement presented by the Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta last week. Portions of the budget have been met with opposition as industry players lament the impact it will have on their businesses and livelihood. The government intends for the 2023 budget...
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Covid-19 Emergency Preparedness: Minister lays $60.6 million loan before Parliament
A Deputy Minister of Finance, Mrs Abena Osei-Asare, has laid before Parliament a loan agreement of $60.6 million as a Third Additional Financing for the Ghana Covid-19 Emergency Preparedness and Response project. The Deputy Minister did the presentation of the loan agreement for and on behalf of the Minister of Finance. The Finance Agreement is...
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NPP won’t go into opposition under my tenure – Stephen Ntim
The National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Stephen Ntim says he is determined to lead the party to victory in the 2024 elections. According to him, with the support of his party members, defying all odds to win the next elections is his only aim. Mr. Ntim says it will not be in...
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Minority blocks govt’s request for 3 loans amounting to $500m
The Minority in Parliament has kicked against government’s request for parliamentary approval for three loan agreements amounting to $500 million. This includes the request for $150 million for Primary Health Care Programme, $200 million to finance the Ghana Digital Acceleration Project and $150 million to support public finance management for service delivery programme. Speaking to...
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Attend to 2023 budget presentation – Majority, NPP leadership tell their MPs
The leadership of the Majority in Parliament as well as leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have asked all lawmakers on the side of the government to be present in Parliament when the Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta presents the 2023 budget statement. This comes after the lawmakers who are asking Mr Ofori-Atta to go have threatened...