Author: Esi Abokomah

Ketu North Member of Parliament Eric Edem Agbana has accused the Minority in Parliament of being accustomed to what he described as a culture of reckless public spending, arguing that this explains its criticism of the government’s fiscal discipline. Contributing to the debate on the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review on Wednesday, July 29, Mr Agbana said the opposition appeared unable to distinguish between responsible expenditure and wasteful spending because of its experience in government. He argued that the Mahama administration has chosen a different path by exercising restraint in public expenditure while directing resources to priority sectors capable of driving…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Abdulai Ayariga, has officially launched the 2026 National Youth Month Celebration with a strong call on young Ghanaians to embrace integrity, discipline and patriotism as the country navigates the opportunities and challenges of the digital age. Speaking at the launch in Accra, Mr Ayariga said this year’s celebration, under the theme ‘Rebuilding Values, Inspiring Patriotism: Empowering the Youth in the Digital Age’, seeks to ensure that technological advancement is matched by strong moral values and responsible citizenship. He described Ghana’s youth as the country’s most strategic asset whose development…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Eric Adjei, says the opposition New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) popular mantra that “the future is pregnant” does not intimidate the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), insisting the government remains focused on delivering on its promises. According to him, the John Dramani Mahama administration is committed to doing the right things for Ghanaians and has no reason to be worried about the opposition’s political messaging. Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen on Monday, July 27, Mr Adjei declared, “The NPP’s ‘the future is pregnant’ mantra does not scare us…

Award-winning Ghanaian master of ceremonies and renowned hype man OgeeTheMC has earned a nomination in the Best MC category at the 2026 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), marking another major milestone in his flourishing career. Being the only Ghanaian MC to attain this feat, the nomination places OgeeTheMC among Africa’s finest event hosts and recognises his outstanding contribution to live entertainment through his energetic stage performances, professionalism, and consistency over the years. Known for his poetic stage entries, electrifying stage presence and ability to engage audiences of all sizes, OgeeTheMC has become one of Ghana’s most sought-after MCs. Organising the…

Serious concerns and allegations of systemic revenue leakage, procedural breaches, and corrupt practices have emerged regarding the management of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) under the leadership of Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong. Stakeholders and anti-corruption advocates are calling on President John Dramani Mahama and the Chief of Staff to take immediate investigative action to protect state revenues and restore public trust in the institution.  At the center of the allegations is an auction scheme involving 40 containers of imported goods manifested as “in-transit” cargo. Standard customs procedures require such goods to undergo detailed inspection and transfer to designated off-dock private…

The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, has argued that Ghana’s improving macroeconomic indicators will mean little unless they translate into jobs, warning that economic growth without employment risks deepening public frustration. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, July 25, during discussions on the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review presented by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Tano North MP said government cannot measure success solely by favourable fiscal and macroeconomic statistics while thousands of young people remain unemployed. Dr Boako maintained that the ultimate test of any economic recovery is whether it improves the lives…

Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has accused the government of failing to provide meaningful solutions to Ghana’s economic challenges following the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review. Speaking to journalists on Thursday, July 24, after Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the review to Parliament, the former Finance Minister said the document exposed what he described as the government’s inability to fulfil its promises to Ghanaians. Dr Amin Adam, who is also the Member of Parliament for Karaga, argued that the figures presented by the Finance Minister contradicted the government’s attempts to project success. He said…

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has embarked on an official working visit to Hong-Kong. The purpose of establishing the visit centers around investment opportunities for Ghana’s mining industry. The Minister was received on Wednesday by Ghana’s Ambassador to China, Kojo Bonsu. Welcoming the Minister to the Asian country, the Ambassador expressed optimism that his visit should open windows of opportunities for investors interested in mining and related areas to do follow up visits to Ghana. In his response to the warm welcome received and the brief remarks, the Minister said he looked forward to engaging…

President John Mahama has officially signed into law the new Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) Act, repealing the former Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act. This legislation is set to reposition Ghana as a top investment destination in Africa and beyond, with streamlined processes that cut red tape and make it easier for investors to establish and operate businesses in Ghana. The new Act guarantees enhanced investor protection by strengthening the legal framework to give both local and foreign investors greater confidence and security, while also improving institutional capacity by empowering the Authority with expanded mandates to promote, facilitate, and monitor…

The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, says persistent revenue shortfalls are compelling government to borrow to finance critical national programmes, including education. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, the Tano North MP argued that weak revenue performance has undermined government’s ability to fund essential sectors from domestic resources. He cited official fiscal figures to support his argument, saying, “Even if you look at the fiscal data for quarter one of 2026 alone, VAT we were below 6% of our target, NHIS Levy, we fell by 29.9% of the target, for GETFund, 29.9% of the target, for…