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First Deputy Minority Whip, Habib Iddrisu, is demanding an urgent briefing from the Sports Minister on Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alleging that Majority MPs have been allocated two slots each for supporters to be sponsored to attend the tournament, contrary to a presidential directive to secure tickets for Ghanaians resident in the host countries. Majority Leader, …

A new polling data insight from pollster Mussa Dankwah indicates the National Democratic Congress’ support base in the Ashanti Region has dropped from 30% to 18% as of June 2026. According to the poll, the New Patriotic Party improved slightly to 37%, while 23% of voters identified as floating voters. Another 16% did not disclose their party affiliation. Mussa Dankwah …

  The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Awutu Senya East, Seth Serwonoo Banini, has disclosed that reports reaching his office indicate that two persons have been swept away by floodwaters at Nurses Quarters Junction while crossing Kasoa -Domeabra Road after River “Agyei” overflowa the road in the Ga South Municipality. According to the MCE, the information is yet to be …

A 5-year-old Kindergarten 2 pupil of Ahomakormua D/A Primary School in the Wassa East District of the Western Region has died after she was bitten by a snake on the school compound. The incident reportedly occurred during break time while pupils were playing on the premises. The victim, identified as Christiana Opare, was allegedly bitten by a snake said to …

The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri Constituency in the Eastern Region, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has reaffirmed his commitment to improving healthcare delivery in the constituency with a donation of GH¢208,745 to the Nsawam Government Hospital to support the expansion of its Out-Patient Department (OPD). The cheque, drawn from the MP’s Common Fund allocation, was presented to the …

Police in Kasoa in the Central Region have arrested four workers of Dr. Amagashie Herbal Clinic for allegedly defrauding the company of GH₵5 million, equivalent to GH₵50 billion in old currency. The Kasoa Police Command said the suspects are expected to appear before the Kasoa Circuit Court on *Friday, June 12, 2026*. Chief Executive Officer of the herbal clinic, Apostle …

The Office of the President has directed all Ministers of State, Chief Executive Officers of state institutions, and other political appointees to stop participating in or accepting awards from private organisations. In a memo dated *June 8, 2026* with Ref. No. OPS 182/21/335, the President said he is concerned about the increasing trend of public officials accepting awards that label …

Aspiring NPP National Chairman, Mr. Boakye Agyarko, says he will serve as a bridge to bring back members who feel unfairly treated, disappointed, marginalized or hurt by the party. Speaking during his campaign tour in the Western Region ahead of the party’s internal elections, Mr. Agyarko said his leadership will focus on reconciliation and unity. He urged all aggrieved members …

Doctors at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi have declared an industrial strike over a directive from the Ministry of Health regarding the suspension of CEO Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo on emergency bed management. Dr. Bernard Hammond, Executive Member of the Komfo Anokye Doctors Association and Middle Zone Chairman of the Ghana Medical Association, said the strike was triggered …

The Minority Caucus has presented its nationwide Cocoa Farmers Engagement Report to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia after extensive consultations with farmers, purchasing clerks, chiefs and stakeholders across cocoa-growing regions. Led by Minority Chief Whip Hon. Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the tour uncovered widespread concerns over reduced cocoa prices, delayed payments, lack of ready markets and the growing hardship facing farming communities. Receiving the …

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has described the suspension of the Chief Executive Officer of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, KATH, as “unfortunate, reactionary, and knee-jerk”, saying it fails to address the real causes of the hospital’s “No Bed Syndrome”. In a statement signed by Dr. Nana Ayew Afriye, Ranking Member of the Health Committee, the caucus said blaming the KATH …

Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri and Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has accused the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Fummey Selorm Philibert, of obstructing emergency repair works at the Nsawam Presbyterian School following severe damage caused by a recent rainstorm. According to the MP, the incident occurred after a torrential downpour ripped off portions of the roofing of the …

A dispute over emergency repair works at the Nsawam Presbyterian School has sparked political tensions in the Nsawam-Adoagyiri Municipality in the Eastern Region, with supporters of the area’s Member of Parliament and the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) accusing each other of attempting to take control of rehabilitation efforts following storm damage to the school. The controversy follows a heavy rainstorm …

The Coalition of Concerned Youth (CCY) is deeply disheartened by the recurring xenophobic violence in South Africa targeting foreign nationals. We condemn the repeated attacks on foreign businesses and individuals, including harassment and assaults, particularly against Ghanaians and Nigerians. Speaking at a press conference, the Executive Director of CCY, Mr. Richard Boakye Mensah, stated that while President Cyril Ramaphosa’s condemnation …

  Bank Records Exceptional Financial Performance, Strengthening Its Position as a Leader in Rural Banking Subin-Akwaboso Community Bank PLC has once again demonstrated its growing strength, resilience, and commitment to community development after posting an impressive 86 percent growth in total assets for the 2025 financial year. The remarkable achievement, announced at the Bank’s 3rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of …