Author: Fiifi Sey

The Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Eric Edem Agbana, has defended the government’s expenditure programme, arguing that fiscal discipline should not be misconstrued as an unwillingness to spend on national development. Speaking during the debate on the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on Wednesday, July 29, the Majority MP dismissed claims by the Minority that the government had failed to inject enough resources into the economy, insisting that such assertions were misleading. According to him, the Mahama administration has adopted a prudent approach to public spending by prioritising investments that deliver value for money while ensuring the country’s…

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has indefinitely postponed its Ablekuma West Constituency executive elections following the emergence of what petitioners describe as a fraudulent electoral register, throwing the constituency’s internal electoral process into uncertainty. The elections, which were scheduled to be held on Saturday, were put on hold after petitions challenging the credibility of the constituency register were submitted to the party’s Elections Committee of the National Council. Hearings on the petitions were held on Monday, July 20, 2026, during which it reportedly emerged that the register contained significant irregularities. Among the issues raised was the removal of the name…

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Economy and Development has praised the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for its effective regulation of Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector, describing the Authority as a key contributor to the country’s economic growth and stability. The commendation was made during a working visit by the Committee to the NPA, where members met with the Authority’s Chief Executive, Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, and the executive management team to gain first-hand insight into its operations, regulatory mandate and ongoing reforms. Chairperson of the Committee Eric Afful said the visit formed part of Parliament’s oversight responsibility and was intended to verify…

The National Youth Authority (NYA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with the Embassy of France in Ghana to expand opportunities for youth empowerment, skills development, innovation, entrepreneurship and social inclusion. The renewed commitment was made during a courtesy call by the Chief Executive Officer of the NYA, Osman Ayariga, and his delegation on the Ambassador of France to Ghana, H.E. Diarra Dimé-Labille, at the French Embassy in Accra. Speaking during the meeting, Osman Ayariga underscored the Authority’s appreciation for the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Ghana and France, describing the relationship as one built on a…

Accra Hearts of Oak have unveiled Nebojsa Kapor as their new Head Coach, handing the UEFA-licensed tactician a two-year contract as the club looks to reclaim its place among Ghana’s football elite. Announcing the appointment on Saturday, July 25, the club’s Board of Directors said Kapor emerged from an extensive recruitment process and was chosen for his tactical expertise, deep grasp of the Ghanaian game, and progressive coaching philosophy. He arrives with solid Premier League pedigree, having previously handled Tema Youth FC, Bechem United FC and Medeama SC. The Board described Kapor as a coach known for building disciplined, attacking…

The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, has questioned whether Ghana’s reported economic recovery is translating into improved living conditions, insisting that the country’s social realities tell a different story from the government’s macroeconomic achievements. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, July 25, following Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson’s presentation of the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, the Tano North MP said government has focused heavily on positive economic indicators while many households continue to face significant hardship. According to Dr Boako, improvements in inflation, fiscal balances and other macroeconomic indicators should not be mistaken for…

Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has described the 2026 Budget as a document filled with “bones and no meat”, arguing that the government has failed to present policies and programmes that directly address the concerns of Ghanaians. Dr Amin Adam, who is the Member of Parliament for Karaga and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, made the remarks while addressing the press on Thursday, July 24, after Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament. According to him, the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review confirmed the opposition New Patriotic Party’s earlier assessment that…

Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested a 19-year-old suspect in connection with a robbery in which a man was attacked with a machete and robbed of his mobile phone at Asabi, near Asokore Mampong. According to a press statement signed by Superintendent Godwin Ahianyo, Head of the Public Affairs Unit, Ashanti Region, the Asokore Mampong Night Patrol Team was on routine patrol in the early hours of Tuesday, July 21, when it received information that a male adult had been robbed and was lying unconscious near the Presbyterian Church at Asabi. The team rushed to the scene, where the…

Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has assured Parliament that road projects to be funded under the newly approved US$500 million World Bank credit facility will be subjected to strict monitoring to ensure quality execution. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, July 21, the Minister warned that contractors who fail to deliver work that meets the required standards or honour their contractual obligations would face sanctions, stressing that government would not tolerate poor workmanship on projects financed with public funds. “We are not going to compromise on quality. These projects will be closely monitored, and any contractor who fails to…

The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee and Tano North Member of Parliament (MP), Dr Gideon Boako, has argued that the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy should continue to be financed through domestic revenue rather than borrowed funds. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, Dr Boako said government must demonstrate its commitment to education by allocating sufficient locally generated revenue to sustain the programme. “We want to ask the Finance Minister what government is doing and why we are not able to raise revenue to support education but we have to go and borrow to finance Free SHS,”…