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FeaturedMinority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticized the government, saying it is underperforming despite alleged discussions about seeking a third term in office. He warned that the opposition and Ghanaians are closely monitoring the administration, insisting it must deliver results before making such ambitions.
Kpandai MP Matthew Nyindam has accused the NDC government of achieving little since taking office, arguing that it is benefiting from the debt restructuring programme introduced by the previous NPP administration. He also criticized the government’s “Nkoko Nkitinkiti” initiative, claiming it has failed to deliver meaningful results.
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson says the disagreement with the Agriculture Minister over budget releases was a misunderstanding and has since been resolved after discussions. However, he maintains that the Finance Ministry’s figures on the amount of money released to the Agriculture Ministry remain accurate.
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has alleged that the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is recording significant losses, questioning the government's management of the initiative. He argues that the administration has failed to deliver meaningful economic growth and is calling for greater transparency over the country's economic Policies
FeaturedAn NPP communicator has defended the imprisonment of Chairman Wontumi, saying he deserves to face the consequences of allegedly abusing public office and misusing state resources. He also claimed that anyone protesting Wontumi’s imprisonment is “also a thief,” arguing that accountability must apply to all.
FeaturedNPP Youth Organizer Moses Abor has condemned the persistent insults aimed at President John Dramani Mahama and his family by some party supporters on social media. He urged members to focus on constructive criticism of national issues instead of personal attacks, stressing that respectful political discourse strengthens democracy.
FeaturedA concerned group of National Service personnel is demanding a full refund of the GH¢60 deducted from their allowances to fund a capacity-building programme. They are also urging the National Service Authority to make such programmes voluntary and consult personnel before implementing policies that affect their welfare.
FeaturedDeputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai says it is “shocking” that the NPP is describing Chairman Wontumi’s conviction as political persecution. He argued that much of the evidence the court relied on came from the defence itself, insisting the judgment was based on the facts presented in court.
President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana is ready to host African leaders, Health Ministers, media, and development partners in Accra for the AU Extraordinary Summit on Health from July 21–22, 2026. The summit will focus on ending AIDS and tuberculosis by 2030, reducing maternal deaths, and strengthening health systems across Africa.
A United States immigration judge has ruled that Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) failed to present sufficiently persuasive evidence to prove that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta committed criminal wrongdoing. The court subsequently approved his application for an adjustment of immigration status after considering his ties to the U.S., ongoing cancer treatment, and family circumstances.
Alhaji Osman Masawudu, popularly known as Chairman Buga Buga and the NPP’s Third National Vice Chairman, has criticized President John Dramani Mahama’s administration, describing him as Ghana’s “worst President” and accusing the NDC of failing to fulfill key campaign promises. He also alleged that the government is focusing on arresting NPP members to create fear within the opposition instead of addressing the needs of Ghanaians.
Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin has urged the newly elected NPP constituency executives in the Central Region to view politics as a spiritual exercise, calling on members to stay united and focused on the party’s long-term goals. He stressed that unity, discipline, and strong grassroots leadership will be key to the NPP’s efforts to reclaim power in the 2028 general elections.