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Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority in Parliament has boycotted a three-day orientation program being organised for members of the 9th Parliament.Speaking at the opening ceremony of the ongoing retreat at the Volta Serene Hotel in Ho, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, described the Minority’s reasons—cost concerns and lack of engagement in the venue selection process—as unacceptable.”We lost a great opportunity because the turbulence of Parliament has once again shown itself. I only saw a WhatsApp message stating that our colleagues, our brothers and sisters of the New Patriotic Party, have opted…

President Mahama has said as a leader of the country, he will not resolve to shift blames and lament about the country’s challenges. The President said his approach is to rather work hard and solve the dire situations confronting the country. Delivering his first State of the Nation Address in his second term as President on Thursday, John Mahama explained that Ghanaians reposed much confidence in him by electing him to lead the country, not to shift blames to previous government. He noted that he will do exactly what he was elected to do – work hard to resolve the…

The Assin Fosu District Court presided over by His Worship Abdul Majid Iliasu, has granted bail to Esi Affumwaa, a 48-year-old Akpeteshie seller and farmer, who is accused of assaulting a customer by allegedly biting his testicle. Affumwaa was granted bail in the sum of GH¢10,000 with two sureties, one of whom must reside within the court’s jurisdiction. Inspector Matilda Osaah Buaben, who led the prosecution, informed the court that the incident occurred on Wednesday, February 26, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m. at Assin Wurakese Camp in the Assin Fosu Municipality. According to the prosecution, the complainant Karim Osman, 36,…

Mushroom cultivation has emerged as an attractive and sustainable agricultural venture in Ghana. With its relatively low start‐up cost, high nutritional value, and environmental benefits, mushroom farming is increasingly seen as a means to boost income, improve food security, and manage agricultural waste. This article explores the current state of mushroom cultivation in Ghana, the production methods adopted by local farmers, the challenges they face, and the opportunities for growth and commercialization. A Growing Sector with Multiple BenefitsMushrooms are recognized for their nutritional benefits—they are rich in proteins, vitamins (especially B-complex vitamins), minerals, and dietary fiber. In Ghana, where food…

Former Black Stars striker Kwesi Appiah has paid glowing tribute to Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan, emphasizing the immense void left by the country’s all-time leading scorer. Appiah and Gyan shared the pitch during Ghana’s 2015 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign, where the Black Stars finished as runners-up. In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, the Boreham Wood striker revealed playing alongside Gyan was more than just a professional experience – it was a career highlight. “Gyan was always someone I admired from afar and I followed his career, as he was the star of our national team for many…

Amankwaa further to the jail term also faces three years of supervised release A 70-year-old former US immigration attorney of Ghanaian descent, Kofi Amankwaa, has been sentenced to 70 months in prison for running a fraudulent immigration scheme that spanned several years. His sentencing, according to the Department of Justice, took place on February 26, 2025, under U.S. District Judge Katherine Polk Failla, following Amankwaa’s guilty plea on September 17, 2024. Matthew Podolsky, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, confirmed the outcome, emphasizing the severity of Amankwaa’s crimes.“Kofi Amankwaa, a former immigration attorney,made a mockery of…

In a brazen move to eschew corruption in his government, President Mahama has directed a full-scale investigation into the NSS ghost names scandals. The President has also vowed to ensure that persons responsible for the corrupt act will face justice and be prosecuted. Delivering his first state of the nation address in his second term, the President noted that “as part of our Operation Recover All Loot programme, I have already tasked our investigative bodies to bring the culprits of the National service Ghost names scandal to justice.” “Such brazen theft of public funds must not go unpunished,” he announced.…

Namibia’s founding father Sam Nujoma was “a giant among leaders” and left behind “the most precious gift of… freedom”, the country’s President, Nangolo Mbumba, has said. He was speaking in front of the large crowd at Heroes’ Acre, where the country’s most revered citizens are buried, before Nujoma was laid to rest in a mausoleum. The leader of Namibia’s independence struggle against apartheid South Africa died last month at the age of 95. Nujoma was seen as the last of a generation of African figures who headed anti-colonial movements and fought for freedom. “Therefore his departure signals an end of an…

Rejection—one of life’s most painful yet inevitable experiences. It comes in many forms: a job you desperately wanted but didn’t get, a love that wasn’t returned, a friendship that faded despite your efforts, or a dream that slipped away just when it felt within reach. No matter where or how it happens, rejection stings. It cuts deep, leaving a mark that lingers long after the moment has passed.And then, there are breakups—the kind that shake your very foundation. The love you once believed would last forever, the promises exchanged, the dreams woven together—suddenly unraveling before your eyes. Whether you walked…

MTN Ghana has promised to execute its Ambition 2025 Strategy despite the macroeconomic challenges by focusing on sustained growth and enhancing its platform strategy. This is after the telecom giant posted a 26.3% year-on-year profit growth to GH¢5.028 billion 2024. The Ambition 2025 Strategy includes driving platform development, improving home connectivity, leveraging artificial intelligence applications, and encouraging greater app adoption for fintech users and the general subscriber base. Additionally, the company will implement expense efficiency initiatives aimed at mitigating the impact of inflation and currency depreciation on the business. MTN Ghana pointed out that it will continue to pursue its…