The Minority in Parliament has accused the government of manipulating fiscal data for political gain, following the announcement of a staff-level agreement between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Government of Ghana under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme. The agreement, if approved by the IMF Executive Board, will enable Ghana to access approximately US$370 million in additional support. It marks the conclusion of the fourth review under Ghana’s three-year ECF programme, aimed at restoring macroeconomic stability. While acknowledging progress in certain areas, the IMF raised concerns about a significant deterioration in programme performance toward the end of 2024.…
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The Manhyia Palace has announced that Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, will resume mediation efforts between the two factions involved in the ongoing Bawku conflict. The announcement follows a recent assurance by President John Mahama that the peace process led by the Asantehene would continue as part of national efforts to restore calm in the troubled region. In a statement issued on April 15, the Asantehene confirmed that the mediation sessions will take place from April 28 to May 1 at his palace in Kumasi. His Majesty’s leadership in conflict resolution has been widely recognized, and this initiative is…
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called on the government to expedite efforts to reconstruct the Adum Market, which was recently gutted by fire. According to the Minority, the incident has severely affected the livelihoods of the traders, necessitating urgent government intervention. The fire, which broke out in the early hours of Friday, March 21, destroyed several shops and goods worth millions of Ghana cedis, leaving many traders devastated. The caucus, led by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, visited the affected traders on Monday, April 14, and donated 200,000 GHS to support them. They also appealed to the government to release…
The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for a group of armed robbers who shot and killed two police officers at Poyamirea, a community on the outskirts of Binduri in the Upper East Region. According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Grace Ansah-Akrofi, the incident occurred earlier today, Sunday, April 13. The officers, who were in plain clothes, were said to be traveling on a private motorbike from Bongo to Binduri when they were ambushed by the robbers. The attackers reportedly took away the motorbike after shooting the officers. The…
The Minority in Parliament has urged security agencies to swiftly investigate the cause of the renewed violence in Bawku and take immediate steps to prevent further escalation. This follows a violent confrontation on Thursday, April 10, between the police and some youth in the Bawku enclave, which reportedly led to fatalities and injuries. The private residence of the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, was also allegedly set on fire during the unrest. The Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, is currently in Bawku, leading mediation talks with various stakeholders to resolve the situation. Addressing the press…
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced an upward adjustment in electricity and water tariffs, set to take effect on May 3, 2025. The revision follows the Commission’s quarterly tariff review process for the first and second quarters of 2025. The review is aimed at ensuring revenue stability for utility service providers while minimising the financial impact on consumers. Under the new rates, electricity tariffs will increase by an average of 14.75%, while water tariffs will go up by 4.02%. The PURC attributed the adjustments to several factors, including the exchange rate between the Ghana cedi and the US…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has clarified his recent remarks suggesting that youth in Bawku would be given priority in police recruitment if they lay down their arms. His clarification follows public backlash and media scrutiny after a video of his interaction with residents in Bawku began circulating online. Addressing the media, the IGP explained that his comments were aimed at decentralising the recruitment process to ensure inclusivity, particularly for individuals in remote and conflict-affected areas. According to Mr. Yohuno, he assured the youth of Bawku that they would be given the opportunity to apply to the…
President John Mahama has made a commitment to enhance the welfare and working conditions of both active military personnel and civilian staff within the armed forces. Addressing the graduation ceremony of officer cadets at the Ghana Military Academy on Friday, April 11, he highlighted his administration’s dedication to ensuring that the sacrifices made by service members are recognised and rewarded promptly and fairly. “To our military personnel and civilian staff, I am committed to improving your conditions of service in a structured manner. Your dedication and sacrifices are deserving of recognition,” he said. He also took the opportunity to reaffirm…
President John Dramani Mahama has officially nominated candidates for the position of District Chief Executives (DCEs) across the country. The nominations, made in accordance with Article 243(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 20(1) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936) as amended, are now subject to approval by the respective District Assemblies. A formal communication from the Office of the President, dated April 4, 2025, outlines the list of nominees. A corresponding statement from the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim (MP), has been issued to all press houses, confirming the nominations and urging…
President John Mahama has appointed Dr Alhassan Iddrisu as acting Government Statistician pending mandatory consultations with the Council of State, according to an official statement from the Presidency released Friday night. The statement, signed by Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, outlined Dr Iddrisu’s qualifications for the role. Currently serving as Director of the Economic Strategy and Research Division at the Ministry of Finance, Dr Iddrisu leads national efforts in macroeconomic analysis, forecasting and policy research. His responsibilities include coordinating real and external sector assessments while providing technical guidance for Ghana’s Macroeconomic Outlook Report. Prior to his current position,…
