Politics

A prosecution witness in the Adu-Boahene trial reveals how she carried out large cash withdrawals and transfers under instruction.

New Global InfoAnalytics poll shows declining NDC support in Volta and Oti, rising floating voters, and growing appeal of third-force candidates ahead of 2028 elections.

New Global InfoAnalytics poll shows Ato Forson leading NDC internal race across Akan regions, with strong support among core and floating voters.

The Court of Appeal has rejected Chairman Wontumi’s attempt to halt his criminal trial, allowing proceedings in the Samreboi mining case to continue.

President John Mahama begins a two-day Resetting Ghana tour in the Northern Region, engaging citizens, inspecting projects, and hosting a town hall in Tamale.

Deputy Attorney-General Justice Srem Sai says the Attorney-General will assume control of OSP prosecutions following a High Court directive on prosecutorial authority.

Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie marks the Supreme Court’s 150th anniversary with a call for faster, accessible, and transparent justice delivery in Ghana.

Office of the Special Prosecutor moves to appeal High Court ruling on its prosecutorial authority amid conflicting judicial decisions in the rice scandal case.

High Court rules that Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor cannot independently prosecute cases without Attorney General approval, citing Article 88 of the Constitution.

NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong accuses government of arbitrary arrests and suppression of dissent, calling for respect for rule of law and constitutional freedoms.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin says the opposition in Parliament has been constructive, raising issues that reflect the concerns of farmers, businesses and ordinary Ghanaians.

Minority Leader Reflects on Pressure of Divided House

President Mahama says the Big Push programme is the largest road sector investment in Ghana’s history, with over 2,000 kilometres of roads under development.

President Mahama says Ghana’s private sector must be built on fairness, competence and equal opportunity, rejecting political victimisation as a barrier to growth.

Boakye Agyarko has named Joe Wise and Henry Quartey to lead his campaign for the NPP National Chairman race ahead of the party’s internal elections.

Mahama, Mnangagwa pledge stronger cooperation across key sectors

Mahama signs five bills into law covering security, education and finance

President John Mahama has ordered a full review of allegations surrounding procurement practices under the Big Push road projects after a report by The Fourth Estate raised concerns over sole sourcing and possible cost inflation.

President John Mahama is set to meet civil society organisations at Jubilee House to discuss governance reforms, anti-corruption, public sector efficiency, and urgent action against galamsey.

President John Mahama says the UN resolution on the transatlantic slave trade is a proud moment for Ghana, Africa and people of African descent worldwide.

President John Mahama says Ghana’s position on LGBTQ issues is guided by its Constitution, cultural values and democratic process, urging international partners to respect the country’s sovereignty.

Ghana’s Parliament has adjourned for the Easter break after nearly two months of sittings marked by major legislation on legal education, mining, public spending and the economy.

GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi says his appointment by President John Mahama was unexpected, describing it as a humbling opportunity to help reset Ghana’s gold sector.

Ghana’s President John Mahama wins UN backing for a landmark reparations resolution on the transatlantic slave trade, with 123 member states voting in favour.

President John Mahama presents a landmark UN resolution seeking to declare slavery and the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity.

President John Mahama calls for reparatory justice, highlighting the legacy of slavery, historical erasure, and the need for global accountability.

The High Court in Accra has dismissed an application to halt Gifty Oware-Mensah’s criminal trial over a dispute on witness disclosure requirements.

President Mahama heads to the UN to lead Ghana’s delegation at a special session on reparatory justice and slavery remembrance.

President Mahama says galamsey in Ghana involves political and traditional actors, warning the fight will be difficult but must continue.

President Mahama unveils plans for an Independent Emoluments Commission to ensure fairness, transparency, and sustainability in Ghana’s public sector pay system.

President John Mahama assures Organised Labour of transparency in economic management, pledging to reveal the true state of Ghana’s economy.

President John Mahama directs security agencies to increase recruitment to 40,000 personnel over four years while ensuring transparency and fairness.

Presidency addresses public concerns over President John Mahama’s reported use of a private aircraft owned by his brother for official travel.

President John Dramani Mahama outlines his vision for Ghana at Yonsei University, saying democracy must deliver prosperity, opportunity, and innovation for every citizen.

President John Dramani Mahama calls for deeper Ghana–South Korea cooperation during a lecture at Yonsei University in Seoul after receiving an honorary doctorate.

Ghana and South Korea sign cooperation agreements on maritime security, climate change and digital technology following bilateral talks between President Mahama and President Lee Jae Myung.

President John Mahama pledges to serve Ghanaians with humility and integrity while urging citizens to contribute to national development during the 69th Independence Day celebration.

President John Mahama praises Ghana’s democratic resilience and peaceful power transitions during his 69th Independence Day address at Jubilee House.

New research warns that political violence is undermining women’s participation in Ghana local elections, with female representation at district assemblies stuck at 4.1 percent.

President John Dramani Mahama warns that escalating Middle East conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran could trigger oil price shocks and harm African economies.

President John Mahama says Ghana is resilient and on a path of renewal in his 2026 State of the Nation Address, urging citizens to help drive national recovery.

President John Mahama delivers his State of the Nation Address to Parliament today, outlining economic priorities, infrastructure plans and key reforms for 2026.