NPP - Ghana News Express

NPP Minority raises concern over GHS13.1 billion allocation for presidential jets

19Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

NPP Minority raises concern over GHS13.1 billion allocation for presidential jets

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus in Parliament, has expressed concern over government’s plan to spend a total of GHS 13.1 billion within four years on the purchase of two presidential jets and four helicopters for the Ghana Armed Airforce. Addressing the Parliamentary Press Corps at Parliament House on Wednesday, Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor, Ranking Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee and Member of Parliament for Damongo, said the expenditure, when converted at the current Bank of Ghana exchange rate of GHS 10.53 to the US dollar, amounts to approximately US$1.2 billion. Mr Jinapor argued that the planned acquisition of the presidential aircraft was a misplaced priority, particularly at a time when nurses’ allowances remained unpaid, and farmers were grappling with food gl...

Ken Agyapong Camp Strongly Refutes Tribal Comment Accusations

14Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

Ken Agyapong Camp Strongly Refutes Tribal Comment Accusations

The campaign team of presidential aspirant Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong has strongly dismissed a JoyNews publication suggesting that he made “tribal tirades” or urged Akans to “reject minorities.” According to the campaign, the headline and accompanying report are false, misleading, and inconsistent with both the facts and Hon. Agyapong’s long-standing public record. In a statement signed by Campaign Spokesperson Kwasi Kwarteng, the team insisted that the remarks attributed to Hon. Agyapong were not tribal, but rather a response to what they described as unprecedented levels of tribal intimidation targeted at the campaign in some parts of Northern Ghana ahead of the party’s primaries. The statement detailed allegations of coercion by “some chiefs and influential individuals” who were repo...

Kennedy Agyapong Mourns Victims of El Wak Stadium Tragedy, Calls for Urgent Economic Transformation

13Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

News

Kennedy Agyapong Mourns Victims of El Wak Stadium Tragedy, Calls for Urgent Economic Transformation

New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant hopeful, Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident at the El Wak Sports Stadium that claimed the lives of several young Ghanaians during the 2025/2026 Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) recruitment exercise. In a heartfelt statement, Hon. Agyapong extended his condolences to the bereaved families and those who sustained injuries during the stampede. He described the event as a national tragedy that should never have happened. “I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives at the El Wak Sports Stadium, where young Ghanaians seeking enlistment into the military lost their lives in a stampede. My heartfelt condolences go to the families of the deceased and those injured. No parent should ever have to bury a child w...

Minority Caucus Seeks Information on Petition for Removal of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie

8Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

Minority Caucus Seeks Information on Petition for Removal of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has formally written to the Presidency requesting information on the current status of a petition calling for the removal of Supreme Court Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie. The request, made under Article 21(1)(f) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 18 of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2019 (Act 989), was signed by Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib (Esq.), Second Deputy Minority Whip. In the letter, the Minority sought clarification on the progress of the petition submitted by Mr. Gbandi Nabin Yussif, titled “Petition for the Removal of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie from Office on Grounds of Stated Misbehaviour Pursuant to Article 146(1) of the Constitution.” According to the Minority, the petition — dated October 6, 2025 — was received at the Office of the Pre...

Ashanti Regional NPP Caucus Condemns MP Kwaku Asante Boateng’s Comments on “Slaves for War” Remarks

3Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

Ashanti Regional NPP Caucus Condemns MP Kwaku Asante Boateng’s Comments on “Slaves for War” Remarks

The Ashanti Regional Caucus of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly condemned and distanced itself from comments attributed to Honourable Kwaku Asante Boateng, Member of Parliament for Asante Akim South, suggesting that the Ashantis historically “used slaves for war” and that such people and their descendants are not entitled to leadership positions within the Party. In a statement issued by the Caucus, the group described the comments as “deeply offensive” and contrary to the principles of unity, respect, and equality that define the NPP. “The Ashanti Regional Caucus completely disassociates itself from this narrative and condemns it in no uncertain terms,” the statement read. The Caucus reaffirmed that the NPP was founded on freedom, equality of opportunity, and inclusivit...

NPP Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusivity, Equality, and National Unity

2Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

NPP Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusivity, Equality, and National Unity

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to inclusivity, equality, and national cohesion following public concern over comments attributed to the Member of Parliament for Asante Akim South, Hon. Kwaku Asante Boateng. In a statement issued by the Party’s National Secretariat and signed by its General Secretary, Mr. Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP described the remarks as “unfortunate” and clarified that they do not reflect the official position of the Party. “The NPP reiterates its longstanding commitment to inclusivity, equality, and national cohesion,” the statement said. “As a political tradition founded on the principles of freedom, justice, democracy, and equal opportunity, the Party remains dedicated to fostering a society where every Ghanaian, irres...

Bawumia Leads NPP Leadership Race with Over 60% Delegate Support – APL Poll Reveals

1Nov

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

Bawumia Leads NPP Leadership Race with Over 60% Delegate Support – APL Poll Reveals

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has emerged as the clear frontrunner in the race to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the 2028 general elections, according to a new internal poll conducted by the Africa Policy Lens (APL). The survey, which engaged 30,681 NPP delegates across all 16 regions, shows that 63.8% of respondents prefer Dr. Bawumia as the party’s next presidential candidate. Trailing behind him is Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, who secured 28.9% support, placing him as the second most popular contender among the party’s delegates. Other aspirants included Dr. Bryan Acheampong with 4.6%, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum with 1.5%, and Kwabena Agyapong with 1.2%. According to the data, Dr. Bawumia leads in 14 out of the 16 regions, with Kennedy Agyapong leading in only the Central an...

Dr Bawumia to embark on campaign tour of Western North Region

28Oct

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

Dr Bawumia to embark on campaign tour of Western North Region

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a Presidential Aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is set to embark on a three-day campaign tour of the Western North Region from Tuesday, October 28, 2025. The tour would enable him to meet the party delegates across the nine constituencies in the region and interact with them to consider him ahead of the NPP presidential primaries on January 30, 2026. A statement signed by Mr Addo Yaw Harry, the Western North Regional NPP Communications Officer, said the move formed part of his nationwide engagement with party delegates. It said the tour was meant to further deepen his connection with the grassroots and share his vision for the continued transformation of the party and nation in general. “The Western North Regional campaign team hereby calls on all...

Ghana Declares Three Days of National Mourning for Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings

24Oct

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

News

Ghana Declares Three Days of National Mourning for Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings

The Government of Ghana has declared three days of national mourning following the passing of Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana. In a statement issued by the Office of the President and signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, President John Dramani Mahama announced that the period of national mourning will begin today, Friday, October 24, and end on Sunday, October 26, 2025. During this period, all national flags will fly at half-mast across public buildings, government installations, and diplomatic missions both in Ghana and abroad. The gesture is to honour the memory of Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings and acknowledge her distinguished service to the nation. Nana Konadu Agy...

NPP Mourns the Passing of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings

24Oct

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

News

NPP Mourns the Passing of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ghana’s former First Lady, Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, who passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025. In a statement signed by the NPP’s General Secretary, Mr. Justin Kodua Frimpong, the party described Mrs. Agyeman Rawlings as “an epitome of the strength and resilience of Ghanaian women, particularly in political leadership and socio-economic empowerment.” The statement highlighted her significant contributions to Ghana’s development, particularly through her pioneering work as Founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement. Her efforts, the party noted, greatly influenced national policies and laws that advanced the rights of women and children across the country. Mrs. Rawlings is cr...