Manasseh Azure writes: My mixed reaction to President Mahama’s Supreme Court nominations

President John Dramani Mahama‘s nomination of seven judges to the Supreme Court warms the hearts of many, as it includes some notable judges who have been sidelined for years because…

5th May demo not about NPP but judicial independence – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has clarified that the upcoming demonstration scheduled for 5th May is not solely a New Patriotic Party (NPP) initiative but a broader national call…

NPP National Chairman takes temporary break from nationwide ‘Thank You Tour’

The National Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Stephen Ayensu Ntim, has taken a temporary break from the party’s ongoing nationwide ‘thank you tour’. This was disclosed in…

I’m going to contest for NPP flagbearership, nobody can stop me – Kennedy Agyapong

Former flagbearer aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has indicated his readiness to contest the flagbearerhip again if nominations are opened. He indicated that his team…

‘Interesting times ahead for Judiciary’ – Frank Davies on Mahama’s SC nominations

A senior member of the Ghana Bar Association and Director of Legal Affairs of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Frank Davies, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s recent nominations to…

Four suspects in latest cocaine bust remanded in prison custody

Four suspects connected to the recent cocaine bust at the Swissport Cargo Terminal, located within the Aviance Cargo Village at the Kotoka International Airport, have been remanded in prison custody.…

Bawku mediation postponed following Asantehene’s initial engagement with factions

The Bawku peace mediation at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi has been postponed to next week, following an initial engagement between the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and representatives of…

‘Law is not democracy’ – Deputy AG says GBA resolution on CJ suspension as legally meaningless

Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai has rebuked the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), arguing that its recent resolution calling for the reinstatement of the Chief Justice and a reversal of…

GBA threatens court action if Mahama doesn’t revoke CJ suspension

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has escalated its opposition to President John Mahama’s suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, warning of imminent legal action if the directive is not revoked.…

Nomination of seven judges to the Supreme Court is a Mahama third-term agenda – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticized President John Mahama’s nomination of seven Court of Appeal judges to the Supreme Court, describing it as a veiled attempt to implement a third-term…

Mahama recommends nomination of 7 Justices to Supreme Court

President John Mahama has put forward seven distinguished Court of Appeal justices for potential elevation to Ghana’s Supreme Court bench. The nominees are expected to be considered by the Judicial…

Supreme Court adjourns judgement on Akwatia MP’s application to June 11

The Supreme Court was expected to deliver judgment on the injunction application filed by the MP for Akwatia constituency, Ernest Kumi, today, Wednesday, April 30. But the five-member panel announced…

Ebenezer Aidoo confirmed as Ahanta West MCE

Ebenezer Kofi Aidoo has been confirmed as the new Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Ahanta West in the Western Region of Ghana. His confirmation follows a successful voting process by…

Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II passes on at 86; Traditional Council informs Asantehene

In line with Asante custom, the Mampong Traditional Council and the Bretuo Dynasty has officially informed the Asantehene on the passing of Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II. The solemn announcement…

Galamsey: Generational Rights Protection Society protests for stronger action

The Generational Rights Protection Society is ramping up pressure on the government to take decisive action against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. The protest, led by media personality Okatakyie …

OSP files criminal charges against Charles Bissue over alleged IMCIM corruption scandal

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has filed 15 criminal charges against Charles Bissue, former Secretary of the defunct Inter-Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining (IMCIM), and his alleged accomplice,…

Kumasi High Court dismisses NDC petition against 3 parliamentary seats in A/R

A Kumasi High Court has dismissed a petition by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) challenging the results of three parliamentary seats in the Ashanti Region in the 2024 election, ruling…

Late Nigerian Gospel Musician Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced to Death by Hanging

Abuja, Nigeria — April 28, 2025 In a landmark ruling that stirred emotions across Nigeria and beyond, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja has sentenced Peter Nwachukwu,…

Education Minister inaugurates UG Governing Council

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has officially inaugurated the Governing Council of the University of Ghana on Friday, April 25, in Accra. The 18-member governing council, chaired by Marietta…

PFJ was built on fraud – Peasant Farmers Association

The Acting Executive Director of the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana, Bismark Owusu Nortey, has launched a stinging critique of the Planting for Food and Jobs (PFJ) programme initiated by…