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NPP Launches Nationwide Post‑Election “Thank You” Tour
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NPP Launches Nationwide Post‑Election “Thank You” Tour

The New Patriotic Party’s 2024 presidential candidate, H.E. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, alongside the party’s national leadership, today set off on a nationwide “Thank You” tour to express gratitude to party members and the Ghanaian public for their support during last year’s election.  Approved by the NPP National Council, the tour will kick off at the party’s headquarters in Accra before moving through all sixteen regions over the next six weeks. Anchored on the theme “In All Things, Give Thanks to God” (1 Thessalonians 5:18), the tour aims not only to thank grassroots members but also to foster a spirit of unity and reflection across Ghana.  Each regional visit will conclude with an interfaith thanksgiving service—bringing together Christian and Muslim leaders—to pray f...
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Anlo Youth Council pledges support for MDCEs for prosperous Anlo
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Anlo Youth Council pledges support for MDCEs for prosperous Anlo

Anlo Youth Council (AYC), the umbrella body of the youth of Anlo has expressed its readiness to collaborate with all new Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCEs) of Anlo State for development. All 18 newly appointed MDCEs by the President for the Volta Region including about six in the Anlo area have recently been confirmed by their respective district Assemblies. The AYC in a press release congratulating the new MDCEs, signed by its Vice President – Operations, Mr Godsway Hanyabui, recognised that sustaining a strong Anlo State begins with strong, visionary leadership, expressing optimism that together, a future for Anlo that is bright, sustainable, and inclusive for all could be created. “As youth leaders, we are eager to collaborate with the MDCEs to foster a social orde...
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President Mahama and Former President Akufo-Addo Share Warm Moments in Kwahu During Easter Festivities
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President Mahama and Former President Akufo-Addo Share Warm Moments in Kwahu During Easter Festivities

In a heartwarming display of unity and statesmanship, President John Dramani Mahama and former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo met on the scenic hills of Kwahu during this year’s Easter celebrations. The two leaders were seen exchanging pleasantries and sharing a light-hearted moment on Easter Sunday. The meeting marked a symbolic gesture of continuity and shared national heritage, as both leaders have traditionally participated in the Kwahu Easter festivities over the years. “For nearly two decades, I have consistently made this pilgrimage to Kwahu during Easter, and this year was no different,” former President Akufo-Addo remarked. “It was a pleasure to meet President Mahama and share in the joy of this sacred period together.” The annual Kwahu Easter celebrati...
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Kennedy Agyapong Calls for Peace Amid Rising Tensions in Bawku
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Kennedy Agyapong Calls for Peace Amid Rising Tensions in Bawku

Former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of violence in Bawku and surrounding areas. In a strongly worded statement, he urged all parties involved—particularly the youth—to refrain from violence and embrace peaceful dialogue as the only sustainable path forward. “I am following with deep concern the recent escalation of tensions in Bawku and its surrounding areas,” Agyapong said. “The cycle of violence and reprisals continues to harm innocent lives and disrupt our path to national unity.” The Bawku conflict, which has persisted for years, has seen a worrying resurgence in recent weeks, leading to casualties and widespread insecurity. Agyapong emphasized that while grievances may be deep-rooted, violenc...
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Rev. John Ntim Fordjour Thanks Dr. Bawumia for Solidarity Visit Amid Alleged Harassment by State Agents
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Rev. John Ntim Fordjour Thanks Dr. Bawumia for Solidarity Visit Amid Alleged Harassment by State Agents

Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South and Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Defence and Interior, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for visiting his residence following what he describes as a politically-motivated act of harassment by agents allegedly acting under the authority of the NDC government. In a message shared on social media, Rev. Fordjour acknowledged the Vice President’s timely visit on the evening of April 10, stating: “Thank you very much H.E. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for the visit to my residence this evening following the politically-motivated lawless act of harassment in the attempt of the NDC government to gag MPs from exercising their legitimate oversight.” Rev. Fordjour’s statemen...
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Rev. John Ntim Fordjour Decries “Unprecedented Intolerance” Following Alleged Raid on His Home
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Rev. John Ntim Fordjour Decries “Unprecedented Intolerance” Following Alleged Raid on His Home

Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South and Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Defence and Interior, has strongly condemned what he describes as a “needless invasion” of his home by men allegedly acting under the authority of the current government. In a statement issued yesterday, Rev. Fordjour revealed that the former President of the Republic, H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, had personally reached out to him and his family to offer solidarity and words of encouragement following the incident. “Yesterday, as the former President of the Republic HE Nana Akufo-Addo placed a call to me and conveyed his kind thoughts to me and my family, following the needless invasion of our home without a warrant by men purportedly sent by the government f...
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Dr. Bawumia Condemns Alleged NIB Raid on Rev. John Ntim Fordjour’s Residence
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Dr. Bawumia Condemns Alleged NIB Raid on Rev. John Ntim Fordjour’s Residence

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has paid a solidarity visit to Hon. Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South and Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Defence and Interior, following a reported raid attempt by alleged officials of the National Investigations Bureau (NIB). The incident, which occurred on the night of April 9, 2025, has sparked significant concern across political circles, with Dr. Bawumia strongly condemning what he described as an act of “unfortunate political persecution.” In a statement issued after the visit, Dr. Bawumia noted that Rev. Fordjour was in high spirits despite the incident and remained undaunted. He called on members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the general public to remain calm, steadfast, and law-ab...
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Kennedy Agyapong Condemns Intimidation Against Rev. Ntim Fordjour, Calls for Democratic Unity
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Kennedy Agyapong Condemns Intimidation Against Rev. Ntim Fordjour, Calls for Democratic Unity

In a strong statement following yesterday’s disturbing events at the residence of Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South, former MP for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, has condemned what he describes as an attempt to silence voices of conscience in the country. Rev. Ntim Fordjour, who represents the neighboring constituency to Agyapong’s former seat, reportedly faced intimidation at his home—a development that has sparked public outcry and drawn widespread condemnation from civil society groups and lawmakers, particularly from the Minority in Parliament. Kennedy Agyapong, known for his outspoken nature and former role as Chairman of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, did not mince words in his public response. “Yesterday’s events at the residence of ...
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TESCON-KNUST Condemns Alleged Intimidation of Rev. Ntim Fordjour, Slams NDC Government’s Silence
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TESCON-KNUST Condemns Alleged Intimidation of Rev. Ntim Fordjour, Slams NDC Government’s Silence

The KNUST branch of the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON) has issued a strong statement condemning what it describes as an act of intimidation against Rev. Ntim Fordjour by operatives of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). The group has also criticized the NDC-led government for its silence in the wake of the incident. The incident, reportedly captured on video, involved NIB personnel visiting the private residence of Rev. Ntim Fordjour under unclear circumstances. TESCON-KNUST views this as an abuse of power and a clear attempt to silence a citizen for voicing concerns on national issues, particularly the ongoing controversy surrounding the unresolved airport cocaine saga. In a passionate statement signed by TESCON-KNUST President Godfred Akwasi Frimpong, the student group ...
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Adwoa Safo expresses frustration over postponement of committee hearing
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Adwoa Safo expresses frustration over postponement of committee hearing

• Miss Adwoa Safo  Former New Patriot­ic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Dome Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has expressed her frustration with the party’s disciplinary committee, after the committee failed to inform her about the postponement of her scheduled appearance. The decision to summon her to the disciplinary committee fol­lowed her comments on JoyNews’ The Pulse show, which the party leadership viewed as a direct viola­tion of an earlier directive pro­hibiting members from discussing matters that could create disaffec­tion and unrest within the party. In response to the summons, she arrived at the NPP headquar­ters at Asylum Down in Accra yesterday, fully prepared for her hearing. Before her arrival, some party supporters stormed the office to show their support. ...
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