Twenty-five candidates have been cleared to contest in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in the Western Region on May 13, 2023. The elections will be held in nine constituencies in the region with Jomoro MP Dorcas Toffey seeking for another term. Former Western Region Deputy Minister, Emelia Arthur is contesting for the ticket to lead the NDC as parliamentary candidate in Shama while 2020 candidate for Essikado-Ketan, Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah is also in the race again. READ ALSO:W/R: Emelia Arthur to contest Shama NDC Parliamentary primaries Below is the full list Jomoro 1. Dorcas Toffey 2. Francis…
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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has suspended election for its 2024 presidential candidates in the Manhyia South constituency in the Ashanti Region. This was announced by the Functional Executive Committee (FEC) of the party at a meeting on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. READ:Mahama, others cleared to contest NDC flagbearership position As to why that decision has been taken, FEC didn’t state it in press release which was signed by its Deputy General Secretary, Barbra Serwaa Asamoah. FEC has also suspended parliamentary primaries in 15 constituencies including Manhyia South, stating that a new date will be set for the elections in…
Ghanaian musician and businessman, Nhyiraba Kojo has been jailed by a Sekondi Commercial High Court for thirty days. Nhyiraba Kojo who is the owner of popular nightclub in Takoradi, NK City Nightclub, has been sentenced to 30 days imprisonment for contempt in a case filed by four residents of Fijai over noise from his nightclub. The ‘Yaayi’ composer has been jailed for failing to observe an interlocutory injunction order by the court for him to stop the noise at the nightclub, ensure soundproof installation at the NK City Nightclub and submit a report to the court.
Assin Central lawmaker, Kennedy Agyapong has lashed out those claiming that he is not capable enough to be a presidential candidate for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). The maverick MP is among personalities who have declared their intentions to contest for the NPP flagbearership position ahead of the 2024 polls. Despite being a stalwart member of the NPP, some believes he is not fit enough for the position. Addressing party delegates in Koforidua, Kennedy Agyapong touted his commitment and achievements for the NPP indicating that he has been loyal to the party even in difficult moment. “I have really…
Grammy-winning Jamaican reggae group, Morgan Heritage have heaped praises on Ghanaian dancehall gem Shatta Wale after a successful collaboration. Shatta Wale was among the Ghanaian musicians featured on Morgan Heritage’s “Homeland” album which was released on April 21, 2023. Speaking after a successful launch of the album, Gramps Morgan, a leading member of the Morgan Heritage group disclosed why they collaborated with Shatta Wale on the album. Explaining why they featured Shatta Wale on the album, he said, “for doing an album like this, of course, we needed to have him [Shatta Wale]. We have never got the chance to…
Former Metropolitan Chief Executive of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly, Kojo Bonsu has said it will be very difficult for John Dramani Mahama to win the 2024 elections when elected the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). According to him, Mr. Mahama has had his reputation soiled by the New Patriotic Party (NDC), a situation he believes will affect the NDC in the 2024 elections should the former President lead the party as flagbearer. “They have said a lot of things about [John Mahama], they have put corruption tag on him, they have said a whole of things against him…
Ghanaian dancehall sensation, Mustapha Rahman popularly known in showbiz as Rudebwoy Ranking has reportedly passed away. Multiple reports say the ‘No Drama’ composer died in the early hours of Monday, April 24, 2023 after short illness. It is believed that Rudebwoy Ranking gave up the ghost while receiving treatment at the Ridge Hospital in Accra. He is known for songs like No Drama, We Nuh See Dem, Jah Over Them, Turn Me On and others.
The Police have this evening arrested a Police officer, Inspector Ahmed Twumasi, who is alleged to have shot and killed a female adult, who was believed to be his girlfriend. The shooting incident occurred in Kumasi, in the Ashanti region, on Thursday, 20th April 2023. The suspect, who has been on the run since the incident, was arrested at Sekyere, near Effiduase in the Ashanti Region as a result of a special Police operation, which was launched following the shooting incident. The suspect is currently in Police custody and will be put before court to face justice.
Former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville has said Michael Essien was highly underrated at Chelsea looking at his perform for the team then. According to Neville, the former Ghana international played a key role for Chelsea in the early seasons of his nine years stay at the London-based club. “A player that played at a top Premier League club and didn’t get the plaudits of others was Michael Essien at Chelsea in those first two or three years. The impact he had on that team, from his running ability, the energy from midfield, balancing of Frank, I thought Essien was…
The Managing Partner of Ismael Yamson and Associates, Michael Henry Yamson believes the$3billion bailout from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will not revive Ghana’s economy. According to him, the government has not demonstrated enough fiscal and political discipline in order to improve macroeconomic stability hence his assertion. “The bailout will be meaningful if we are ready to receive it for good purposes. But what has changed in the way the public sector soaks money? Has any spending cut been announced that you know of? Nothing, if we get that relief, it will mean nothing. It will just come to sit…