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Discipline must build unity, not endanger victory: a reflection on leadership, constitutionalism and the future of the NPP
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has always distinguished itself as a political tradition founded on constitutionalism, internal democracy and the rule of law.
Government gives South Africa evacuees GHC5,500 reintegration grant
The government has announced a GH¢5,500 support package for each Ghanaian evacuated from South Africa as part of measures to help them reintegrate into society following their return. Speaking at a news conference in Accra on Monday, Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said each returnee would receive a...
Ghana cannot arrest its way out of Galamsey – A case for medium scale mining revolution
Yet despite the billions of cedis spent on enforcement, illegal mining continues to expand, forests continue to disappear, and rivers that once sustained farming communities have become polluted with mercury and silt.
Speaker Bagbin commends UBIDS for steady growth amid infrastructure challenges, assures of gov’t support
Speaker of Parliament Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin has praised the resilience of the University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS), describing the institution as a “winner” despite years of severe infrastructure challenges.
UMaT students build two drones as new Smart Centre targets local mining data processing
Students of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) have developed two working drones from locally sourced materials as part of the pilot phase of the newly commissioned AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Smart Systems Centre in Tarkwa. The facility is expected to strengthen local technology development while allowing G...
Birim North appeals for urgent postings, as only three doctors serve over 87,000 people
The Birim North District Health Directorate in the Eastern Region has appealed to the government and the Ghana Health Service to urgently deploy more medical doctors to the district, warning that the current shortage is placing immense pressure on healthcare delivery. Speaking to Adom News, the Birim North District Hea...
Richard Ahiagbah officially declares bid for NPP National First Vice Chairman
The National Communications Director of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of National First Vice Chairman, pledging to lead efforts to restore discipline, unity and stronger party structures ahead of the 2028 general elections ....
Abolition of delegate system is not a cure for monetisation – Evans Nimako
The Director of Elections of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Evans Nimako, says the Supreme Court’s decision against the use of a delegate system in parliamentary primaries will not necessarily solve the problem of monetisation in Ghana’s politics. Mr Nimako said although the full details of the court’s judgment are yet...
NSA releases postings for 18,416 trained teachers for 2026/27 service year
The National Service Authority (NSA) has released postings for 18,416 trained teachers to undertake their mandatory national service for the 2026/2027 service year. In a press statement dated April 22, 2026, and signed by the Director-General, Ruth Dela Seddoh, the Authority said the postings are for eligible graduates...
Your phone is more expensive than your loan – Student Loan Trust Fund tells defaulters
The Student Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has warned beneficiaries who have completed school that carrying expensive mobile phones and using substantial data while refusing to repay their loans is unacceptable, urging graduates to honour their obligations regardless of employment status. The Head of Repayment and Recovery at...
Minority demands urgent appearance of 3 ministers over floods, S.A. evacuation and visa controversy
The Minority in Parliament has called for the immediate appearance of three ministers before the House to provide explanations on a number of issues it says have generated widespread public concer
“We don’t support illegality, but grant him bail” — GNAT defends arrested teacher
The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has demanded immediate bail for a teacher arrested over a viral altercation with a student, while distancing itself from the alleged misconduct. District chairman Amos Owusu said the union does not condone illegal behaviour but insists the teacher deserves due process....