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The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has suspended its 2024 parliamentary candidate for Agona West, Christopher Arthur, for defying a directive from the party’s General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, which barred internal campaigning for party positions. According to a letter signed by the constituency secretary, Anthony Kwame Kum, and chairman,
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The Minority in Parliament has urged President Mahama to lift the ban on the sale of public lands, warning that continued enforcement of the embargo could lead to numerous judgment debts against the state. President Mahama had, upon assuming office, ordered an immediate stop to all activities concerning the sale,
President John Dramani Mahama has officially implemented a directive to scrap all fuel allowances and fuel allocations for political appointees, with immediate effect. This bold move is part of a broader effort to reduce government expenditure and redirect public funds into critical development areas. According to the Presidency, the decision
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Ghanaian Jama sensation, Agyei Baffour Emmanuel, affectionately known as Atom De Moral Spirit, has been found dead under tragic circumstances. His body was discovered in the bush after several days of being reported missing, sending shockwaves through his community and social media. Atom gained nationwide attention after a viral video
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At 92, Cameroon’s long-serving President Paul Biya has officially declared his intention to run for an eighth term in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 12, 2025. Biya, who has been in power since 1982, made the announcement via social media, stating that his determination to serve matches
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Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has taken her fight to the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, demanding $10 million in compensation from the Republic of Ghana. She claims her suspension amounts to a violation of her fundamental rights, particularly her right to a fair hearing as outlined under the African
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The government has agreed to honor two major allowance demands—uniform and fuel—made by nurses and midwives. These allowances have now been officially captured in the upcoming mid-year budget review, which is expected to be presented to Parliament on July 17. This decision follows a crucial meeting between the
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Nigeria has turned down a U.S. request to accept Venezuelan deportees — including alleged ex-prisoners — as part of the Trump administration’s stepped-up deportation efforts. The Nigerian government described the proposal as “difficult” and suggested it was linked to broader U.S. pressure tactics, including tariff threats targeting BRICS nations.
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The Communications Office of the Presidency has unveiled a new initiative known as the Government Accountability Series, designed to enhance transparency and promote accountability in governance. Set to commence on Monday, July 14, 2025, the series will offer a platform for key ministers to deliver mid-year updates on their respective
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Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has expressed profound disappointment over what he perceives as neglect and exclusion from the political party he once led to two successive victories. In a candid exchange with Abetifi MP and NPP flagbearer hopeful Bryan Acheampong, the former leader shared his growing sense of alienation
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Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. According to a statement released by his family, the ex-president passed away on Sunday afternoon, July 13, 2025, at a clinic in London. He was 82 years old and had reportedly been receiving medical care
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The Bono Regional Chairman of the NPP, Kwame Baffoe, known popularly as Abronye, has issued a provocative statement following the chaotic scenes during the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun. In his view, the police officers deployed to maintain order failed in their duties and must prepare for consequences should the NPP