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The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has disclosed plans to petition the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, over the government’s decision to reduce cocoa prices. The announcement follows a tour of cocoa-growing communities in the Ahafo Region, where farmers voiced deep frustration over price cuts and payment delays, which they say are affecting their livelihoods. During visits to Tano North, Asutifi North, and Asutifi South, Annoh-Dompreh cautioned that if the government under John Dramani Mahama fails to respond to the concerns raised, the Minority will formally seek the intervention of the Asantehene to help…

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated five persons to the Fiscal Council in pursuant to Section 11D of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016. Among these is a former Governor of the Bank of Ghana Dr Henry Akpenamawu Kofi Wampah, who represents expertise from the Central Bank. The other members are Professor Patrick Opoku Asuming, who represents academia, Leslie Dwight Mensah, who represents civil society, and Kweku Bedu-Addo, a former public policy expert from the Ministry of Finance. Nominated as Chairperson is Dr Emmanuel Oteng Kumah. “The Fiscal Council will work to strengthen financial oversight, fiscal prudence and shape sound…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has revealed plans to tighten registration requirements for owners and drivers of petroleum tankers operating in Ghana. The Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, stated that the move aims to enhance safety standards and curb the growing number of road accidents involving tanker vehicles. Speaking at the Safety Week event organised by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies on Tuesday, April 7, Mr Tameklo explained that only tankers meeting rigorous operational and safety criteria will be allowed on the nation’s roads under the new measures. He underscored that ensuring safety is a shared responsibility…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA), in collaboration with the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), has officially launched Safety Week 2026 to reinforce safety standards across Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry. The event, held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the GIMPA Executive Conference Centre, was themed: ‘Manage the Risk Before it Becomes an Incident’ and brought together key stakeholders to encourage proactive safety measures and industry-wide collaboration. Speaking at the launch, NPA Chief Executive Godwin Kudzo Tameklo highlighted persistent concerns over tanker accidents and fuel siphoning, emphasising ongoing efforts with stakeholders to improve driver competence and public safety. He noted,…

Minority Chief Whip in Parliament Frank Annoh-Dompreh has questioned whether President John Dramani Mahama would have reduced cocoa prices if this year were an election year, suggesting the move is politically motivated. Speaking on Tuesday, April 7, during the Minority caucus’s tour of the Bono Region, Mr. Annoh-Dompreh noted the recent reduction in cocoa prices and raised concerns about its timing. “Would Mahama have reduced cocoa prices if this year was an election year? He thinks he can punish cocoa farmers during this period and when the election year comes, he gives them some small money to lure them to…

Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri Frank Annoh-Dompreh has raised alarm over what he describes as the use of sugar sacks for packaging cocoa beans in some parts of the country. According to him, the development points to operational challenges within the cocoa value chain, particularly in the supply of standardised materials used for bagging and handling produce. Speaking during the Minority Caucus’ engagement with stakeholders in cocoa-growing communities, Annoh-Dompreh indicated that such practices could have implications for quality control and Ghana’s long-standing reputation in the global cocoa market. He stressed that cocoa remains a critical pillar…

The Minority Caucus has stepped up its nationwide outreach to cocoa-growing communities, seeking to highlight concerns over declining producer prices and delays in payments within the sector. On Tuesday, the group, led by Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, commenced the third phase of its tour in the Ahafo Region. As part of the visit, the delegation paid courtesy calls on traditional leaders to formally notify them of the exercise and seek their support ahead of engagements with cocoa farmers. The chiefs visited included Nana Osei Kofi Abirie, Osuodogya Barima Appiahgya Boafo, and Osahene Kwaku…

The Matchday 28 late kickoff between Asante Kotoko and FC Samartex was on Monday, April 6 rained off. After a goalless first half, referee Nathan Anafo had no option than to whistle for a suspension of play at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. As per regulations of the Ghana Premier League, the match will restart at the point it was suspended. As a result, the match will be played from the second half of the game. The Porcupine Warriors are seeking to close in at the top despite their 4th place. They will cut the point gap with leaders Bibiani…

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Lyon, France, to start his state visit at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron. He will also be attending the One Health Summit, a gathering of world leaders, health ministers, and global health experts, which he will be co-chairing with French President Emanuel Macron. The president was welcomed to Lyon by a group of Ghanaian families living in Lyon, who were excited to come out and meet their president on Easter Monday. The president will leave Lyon for Paris after Tuesday’s summit for a bilateral meeting with President Macron at the Élysée Palace.…

The Member of Parliament for North Tongu Constituency, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has paid the medical bills of 85 constituents receiving treatment in various health facilities across the constituency. The gesture, which the Minister for Foreign Affairs described as part of the Easter spirit, covered patients admitted at Battor Catholic Hospital, St. Anne’s Polyclinic at Tagadzi, Juapong Health Centre, VRA Hospital in Akosombo, Fodzoku Health Centre, Mafi Dedukope Health Centre, Mafi Adidome Health Centre and Podoe Health Centre. Mr Ablakwa also disclosed that in collaboration with partners, two additional hospitals are currently under construction in the constituency to further improve access…