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Dennis Edward Aboagye Thanks Supporters Who Protested During EOCO Detention
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Dennis Edward Aboagye Thanks Supporters Who Protested During EOCO Detention

Former Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Edward Aboagye, has expressed deep gratitude to the young men and women who rallied in his support during his detention by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). In a social media post, Mr Aboagye said he was touched after learning that many ordinary Ghanaians, especially young people from the streets and ghettos, walked to the EOCO offices to demand his release. According to him, the supporters had no wealth, influence or titles, but stood by him with courage and conviction during what he described as one of the most difficult moments of his life. Mr Aboagye disclosed that he visited the group on Saturday to personally thank them for their unwavering support. He said his experience had taught him ...
Nana B Declares Bid for NPP First Vice Chairman Position
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Nana B Declares Bid for NPP First Vice Chairman Position

The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, has officially announced his decision to contest for the position of National First Vice Chairman of the party. In a statement to party executives, elders, patrons and members, Nana B said he was seeking the position after 26 years of active service to the NPP. He said his experience over the years had prepared him to help strengthen the party, reconnect with its grassroots and contribute to efforts to return the NPP to power in the 2028 general election. “I write with gratitude and a deep sense of duty to formally announce my intention to contest for the position of National First Vice Chairman of our great party,” he stated. According to him, his ambition is based on unit...
NPP Directs Party Communicators to Stay Off Kennedy Agyapong-Owned Media Platforms
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NPP Directs Party Communicators to Stay Off Kennedy Agyapong-Owned Media Platforms

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has directed all its communicators and spokespersons to stop appearing on media platforms owned or linked to former presidential aspirant Kennedy Ohene Agyapong until further notice. The directive, issued by the party’s Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, affects all National, Regional, Constituency and Electoral Area Communicators, as well as other official party spokespersons. According to the statement, the affected media platforms include Oman FM, Ash FM, Net2 TV and any other station or media outlet owned or affiliated with Mr. Agyapong. The NPP said the decision follows the referral of several petitions concerning Kennedy Agyapong to the party’s National Disciplinary Committee. The committee has been tasked to investigate the petitions...
Bawumia to Deliver Keynote at LSE Africa Summit 2026 on AI and Continental Unity
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Bawumia to Deliver Keynote at LSE Africa Summit 2026 on AI and Continental Unity

Former Vice President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to deliver the keynote address at the 2026 LSE Africa Summit, scheduled to take place at the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). The summit, themed “Artificial Intelligence and Unifying Borders in Africa,” will bring together policymakers, academics, business leaders, and students from across the continent and beyond to explore how emerging technologies can foster integration and drive sustainable development in Africa. Dr. Bawumia, who served as Ghana’s Vice President from 2017 to 2025, is expected to share insights on the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in governance, trade, and cross-border collaboration. His address will likely highlight the importance of digital innovatio...
MINORITY CAUCUS ENGAGES IMF ON GHANA’S ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
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MINORITY CAUCUS ENGAGES IMF ON GHANA’S ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

Members of Ghana’s Parliamentary Minority Caucus have held a high-level meeting with officials from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to discuss recent economic developments in the country. The meeting, convened at the request of the Minority, provided an opportunity for lawmakers to share their perspectives on Ghana’s economic situation and offer feedback on ongoing reforms and policy directions. Among those present were Jerry Ahmed Shaib, Second Deputy Minority Whip; Mohammed Amin Adam, Ranking Member on Finance; Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Economy and Development; Kweku Agyeman Kwarteng, Chairman on Budget; Abena Osei-Asare, Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee; and Collins Adomako-Mensah, Deputy Ranking Member on Energy. Also in attendance was Antoinette...
NPP to Launch Online Platform to Enhance Membership Registration
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NPP to Launch Online Platform to Enhance Membership Registration

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to introduce an online membership registration platform to strengthen its ongoing registration exercise, the party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has announced. The initiative follows a review meeting by the party’s National Secretariat, which assessed the progress of the first week of the registration exercise. The meeting highlighted operational challenges that affected the initial phase and explored solutions to improve efficiency and accessibility. According to party officials, the online registration system will complement the existing in-person registration process, helping to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and encourage broader participation among party members nationwide. The online platform is expected to be un...
Minority in Parliament Marks Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary with Criticism of Government Policies
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Minority in Parliament Marks Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary with Criticism of Government Policies

The Minority in Parliament has extended Independence Day greetings to Ghanaians while raising concerns about governance, youth employment, agricultural policy, and illegal mining in the country. In a statement marking Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary, the Minority paid tribute to the men and women who fought for the country’s freedom and laid the foundation for the nation’s development. The group acknowledged the sacrifices of farmers, workers, market women, chiefs, youth and freedom fighters whose collective efforts helped secure Ghana’s independence. It also honoured the country’s founding leaders whose vision transformed Ghana from colonial rule into a sovereign state. According to the Minority, independence should not be viewed merely as a historical milestone but as a “c...
Boakye Agyarko Engages Akufo-Addo, Kufuor and Party Elders Over NPP National Chairman Bid
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Boakye Agyarko Engages Akufo-Addo, Kufuor and Party Elders Over NPP National Chairman Bid

A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Boakye Agyarko, has begun high-level consultations with senior figures of the party as part of his effort to contest for the position of National Chairman. Mr. Agyarko disclosed that he has formally informed Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo‑Addo of his intention to run for the top party position. The meeting forms part of a broader series of engagements with leading personalities within the NPP tradition. According to him, rebuilding the future of the party must begin with recognising and honouring the pioneers who helped establish its foundations. As part of the consultations, Mr. Agyarko also met with members of the NPP’s National Council of Elders, led by veteran politician Hackman Owusu-Agyemang. The discussions focused on party unity, ...
“Forgiveness Is Freedom” – Joe Ghartey Rallies NPP in Central Region to Close Ranks Ahead of 2028
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“Forgiveness Is Freedom” – Joe Ghartey Rallies NPP in Central Region to Close Ranks Ahead of 2028

Hon. Joe Ghartey, a former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to bury their differences, and rally behind Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to ensure victory for the NPP in the 2028 general elections. Specifically, Hon. Ghartey, the NPP's longest-serving Member of Parliament (MP) for the Essikado-Ketan Constituency, appealed tomembers of the New Patriotic Party in the Central Region to form a united front for the best interest of the party. https://youtu.be/lJnlBwBdeyM?si=nax_x10tnbW2SlS9 Hon. Ghartey made the appeal while delivering a speech at an NPP reconciliation forum held at the Pempamsie Hotel in Cape Coast. NPP executives and grassroots organizers attended the reconciliation forum. The forum was an open and so...
Minority Caucus Engages TESCON Leadership in 25 Tertiary Institutions
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Minority Caucus Engages TESCON Leadership in 25 Tertiary Institutions

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has held an interaction session with the leadership of the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON) across 25 tertiary institutions as part of efforts to strengthen the party’s presence on campuses nationwide. During the meeting, the Caucus emphasized the urgent need for all TESCON executives to actively promote the vision of the party’s flagbearer, Mahamudu Bawumia, within their respective institutions. The engagement focused on enhancing campus-based political organization, improving digital communication strategies, and shaping proactive narratives that resonate with students and young voters. Strengthening Campus Structures According to members of the Caucus, building a well-structured and coordinated campus network is critical to sustaining ...
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