Author: Krobea

Member of Parliament for Bosome Freho Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh has criticised the Minister for Foreign Affairs, accusing him of engaging in what he termed “political showmanship” at the expense of Ghana’s broader diplomatic interests. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP alleged that the Minister’s actions were driven by a desire to secure political mileage rather than protect Ghana’s institutional advantages within both ECOWAS and the African Union (AU). “But for the Minister’s lack of understanding of the institutional processes of ECOWAS and the AU, and his grave appetite for political showmanship to please his master, Ghana would have secured both…

Karpowership Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to building engineering capacity and advancing inclusion within Ghana’s energy sector as the global community marks World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development 2026. Observed worldwide under the theme ‘Shaping Our Sustainable Future Through Engineering’, the day underscores the critical role engineering plays in accelerating sustainable development, driving innovation, and supporting industrial growth. In Ghana, engineering expertise remains fundamental to ensuring reliable electricity supply and sustaining national progress. Karpowership Ghana noted that engineering excellence is central to its operations and long-term strategy. Beyond delivering dependable power, the company continues to invest in developing the next…

The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has led members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament on a tour of cocoa-growing communities in the Eastern Region. The visit follows the government’s recent reduction in cocoa producer prices, a decision that has generated concern among farmers and attracted strong criticism from the Minority. Government officials have attributed the price adjustment to declining global cocoa prices, maintaining that the decision reflects prevailing international market conditions. However, Mr Annoh-Dompreh and his colleagues argue that the move places an undue burden on farmers who are already contending with rising input costs and economic hardship. During…

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced the successful evacuation of all staff of the Ghana Embassy in Iran. This follows the escalation of tensions in the country as the conflict with Israel heightens. Countries whose citizens are resident in the Middle Eastern nation have triggered evacuation efforts to get them out for the safety of lives. “I am delighted to announce that we have conducted a successful evacuation of all our embassy staff in Iran,” Ghana’s Foreign Minister wrote on his official Facebook page on Monday, March 2. “The Ghanaian diplomats are safe and in high…

Civil society group Election Watch Ghana has underscored the influence of religion in shaping politics in Ghana though describing that as “complex”. It highlighted a recent study that anticipates a peaceful and incident-free by-election in the Ayawaso East Constituency on Tuesday, March 3. It said the run-up to the by-election has been without the usual campaigns and, most importantly, vote buying of electorates. “The study attributes this positive development to the influence of religion, which can promote moral values and peaceful coexistence,” Election Watch Ghana said in a press release on Monday, March 2. “The Ramadan fasting period has created…

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has met members of the senior national women’s soccer team, the Black Queen their in camp in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The team has been in the Gulf state preparing for this month’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as they participate in the four-nation Pink Ladies Cup. However, the escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran has left many in the region raising concerns about safety and security. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday issued an advisory to citizens against non-essential travels to the Middle East while those…

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu as Ghana’s High Commissioner-designate to Nigeria, replacing Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed. Baba Jamal had to be recalled by the President following his involvement in the Ayawaso East primaries of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). His appointment was revoked by the President following widespread allegations of vote buying. On Sunday, March 1, President Mahama announced Baba Sadiq, who contested the 2024 parliamentary elections in the Okaikwei Central Constituency, as Baba Jamal’s replacement. He was congratulated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs in a post on Facebook. “Congratulations, Baba Sadiq on your…

The Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) is calling on parties in the escalating hostilities in the Gulf region to exercise maximum restraint and ensure full compliance to UN laws. This follows rising tension after airstrikes between Israeli forces and their Iranian counterparts. “The intensification of military action risks widening instability in the Middle East with serious consequences for international peace and security in general and for global energy markets, trade, and food supply chains especially for Africa and other vulnerable regions,” the sub regional bloc said in a statement. It added that the protection of civilian lives and…

The current First Vice Chairman of New Patriotic Party (NPP) branch in the US, James Owusu, has officially declared his candidacy for the position of Branch Chairman. As a result, he is promising renewal, unity and strengthened internal structures. In a statement dated February 23, 2026, Mr Owusu said his decision was borne out of “profound humility and an unyielding love” for the party, describing leadership as a call to service rather than a title. Mr Owusu brings more than two decades of party experience to the race. He previously served as NPP–USA National Youth Organiser and later as Chairman…

President John Dramani Mahama is set to deliver the keynote address at the solemn opening of the 2026 Judicial Year of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights. The ceremony, which also officially launches the commemoration of the Court’s 20th anniversary, will take place on Monday, March 2 at the Kibo Hall within the Court’s premises in Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania. President Mahama is expected to arrive as the Guest of Honour at 1100 EAT. He will first hold a meeting with the President of the African Court, Honourable Justice Blaise Tchikaya, before the commencement of formal proceedings.…