Mahama Swears-In 14 New Ministers
President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in the third batch of ministers at a ceremony held at the Jubilee House on January 30, 2025. A total of 14 ministers, who recently received parliamentary approval, took the oath of office, bringing the number of sworn-in ministers to 31 out of the 42 nominated. Newly Sworn-in...
DVLA Unveils 2025 DV Plates with High-Tech Security Features
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially rolled out the 2025 DV plates nationwide, introducing a host of advanced security features aimed at combating fraud and ensuring the authenticity of vehicle registrations across Ghana. These newly designed plates, according to Julius Neequaye Kotey, the Acting Chief Executive of DVLA, represent a major advancement in vehicle...
Appointments Committee Apologises for Vetting Disruptions
The Appointments Committee has formally apologised to Ghanaians for the chaotic scenes that marred Thursday’s vetting session. The committee expressed deep regret over the disorderly conduct witnessed during the proceedings and pledged to take corrective measures to uphold decorum in future sessions. The turmoil erupted during the vetting of ministerial nominees Kwabena Mintah Akandoh...
All Mining Leases Issued By NPP To Be Revoked – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to revoke all mining leases issued for activities in forest reserves under the previous New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) administration. The move, according to government, is part of ongoing efforts to protect Ghana’s natural resources and prevent further environmental degradation caused by illegal and unsustainable mining practices. Speaking...
Bagbin To Meet Emeafa Hardcastle Today
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting today, January 30 with the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Petroleum Commission, Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle. This meeting comes in the wake of a tense confrontation between Ms. Hardcastle and the Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, during a sitting of the...
AG Drops Charges Against Ex-Deputy Bog Governor Asiama
The Attorney-General, Dominic Ayine, has filed a notice to withdraw all charges against former Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, who has been standing trial in two separate cases for his alleged role in the collapse of UniBank and UT Bank. A notice of withdrawal, filed at the trial court and...
Lands Minister-Designate, 3 Others Approved By Parliament
Parliament has given approval for Minister-designate for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister-designate for North East Region, Tia Ibrahim and Ashanti Regional Minister-designate, Dr Frank Amoakohene to be sworn-in as Ministers. Similarly, the Upper East Regional minister-designate, Akamugri Atanga Donatus was amongst the nominees who were also approved pending swearing-in by President...
GEPA, FAGE Drive Ghana’s $10B Export at Fruit Logistica Berlin
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority and the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) are set to make a powerful statement at Fruit Logistica 2025 in Berlin, Germany. The two institutions will lead a delegation of Ghana's premier horticultural businesses to showcase the nation's diverse agricultural offerings in Europe from the 5th to the 7th of February.
Afenyo-Markin Backs Appointments Committee’s Decision on Linda Ocloo
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has justified the Appointments Committee’s decision not to question Linda Obenewaa Ocloo Akweley, the Greater Accra Regional Minister-designate, during her appearance before the committee. The committee has faced widespread criticism for its approach, with many questioning the rationale behind excusing the nominee without any vetting. Critics argue that bypassing the questioning process undermines...
Appointment Committee Grills Barker-Vormawor Over Bribery Claims
The Appointments Committee of Parliament is questioning youth activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor over his allegations that the committee demands money from ministerial nominees before approving their appointments. The Committee in responding to the allegations denied Oliver Barker-Vormawor’s claim that some members have requested monies from ministerial nominees to approve their nomination. On Tuesday, January 28,...
