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Parliament expresses condolences to bereaved families of Tema helicopter crash
Parliament has extended its condolences to the bereaved families of two persons who lost their lives in a private helicopter crash at Tema Community One, Site 18, on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Ghana Deposit Protection Amendment Bill 2025 passed
Parliament has passed the Ghana Deposit Protection Amendment Bill, 2025, a legislative move designed to strengthen the safety net for bank customers and bring the country’s financial safeguards in line with global standards. The Bill updates the existing Ghana Deposit Protection Act of 2016 (Act 931) and expands the po...
A Plus dismisses claims poor English explains his limited role in Parliament
Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, has rejected claims that his limited contribution on the floor of Parliament is due to an inability to speak English.
Dafeamekpor defends Ayine’s handling of Aksa case, faults past AGs
The Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has called for Parliament to distance itself from investigations into the alleged bribery scandal surrounding the Aksa power deal, arguing that a multi-agency committee could help establish the facts and ensure accountability.
Revised Ghana Card fees approved by Parliament, not unilaterally introduced – NIA
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has clarified that the revised fees for Ghana Card registration and related services were approved by Parliament and were not introduced unilaterally by the Authority.
Former MP urges tolerance, consensus as new Majority leadership takes shape in Parliament
Alex K. Agyekum, a former Member of Parliament (MP) for Mpohor, has called on Parliament to resist alleged growing tensions, intolerance, and political divisions following the change in Majority Leadership.
Amin Adam calls for stronger dialogue between Majority and Minority
Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has called for greater dialogue and consensus between the Majority and Minority sides of Parliament in the interest of Ghana.
TOR Case: Parliament’s handling of contracts must be strengthened – Benjamin Boakye
Executive Director of the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), Benjamin Boakye, has raised concerns about Parliament’s role in reviewing and approving major contracts, following the corruption case involving former Goldman Sachs banker Timis Berko.
Majority urges Mahama to assent to Cocoa Board Bill before new season
The Majority in Parliament has called on President John Dramani Mahama to assent to the Ghana Cocoa Board Bill, arguing that the legislation will provide stronger financial protection for cocoa farmers ahead of the next cocoa season.
Creative Arts Fund L.I. to be laid before Parliament soon – Minister
The Legislative Instrument (L.I.) required to provide legal backing for Ghana’s Creative Arts Fund is expected to be presented to Parliament for consideration and approval, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has announced. According to the Minister, the L.I. is currently undergoing co...
Ghana moves to establish legal framework for blue economy
Ghana’s efforts to establish a legal framework for the development of its blue economy have advanced with the continued review of a proposed Blue Economy Commission Bill. An intersectoral committee held further discussions on the draft legislation in Accra on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, as government works to strengthe...
Dafeamekpor explains why Parliament was recalled
Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has recalled Parliament from recess for a five-day sitting to consider urgent parliamentary business.