The Minority Caucus in Parliament is angry about the government for collecting taxes from the people, yet, has failed to honour statutory payments that are meant to bring development to the people at the local level.
Category: Politics
We’ll resist any attempt to increase electricity tariff – Minority Caucus
Members of Parliament (MPs) belonging to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have served notice to the government that they are anxiously waiting for a reduced electricity tariff in the upcoming tariff review by the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC). They warned that any contrary action would be fiercely resisted, stressing that “Ghanaians deserve better.” Addressing […]
Afenyo-Markin lights up the flame in Tsiame
The Minority Leader, Osahen Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin has ignited hope in the people of Tsiame, his paternal ancestral home in the Volta region, by solemnly pledging to help develop the community and its surrounding areas.
Peg cocoa prices at GHS6,000 per bag or risk increased smuggling – Minority Caucus warns gov’t
The Minority Caucus has sent a note to the government, demanding an immediate increase in the cocoa producer price from GHS3,000 to GHS 6,000 per 64kg bag in fulfillment of the promise it made to Ghanaians, warning that failure to act swiftly risks economic sabotage, border smuggling, and betrayal of Ghana’s hardworking cocoa farmers.
GH₵32.5 bn COCOBOD debt saved Ghana’s cocoa sector – Boahen Aidoo
A former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahen Aidoo, has defended his tenure for the first time since leaving office, offering a spirited justification for the policies and decisions that defined his administration.
Be hopeful not despair in our defeat – Afenyo-Markin inspires NPP faithful
The Minority Leader, Osahen Hon. Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has reassured members and sympathizers of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) not to despair in their defeat but remain hopeful, citing plans for the party reorganization and revitalization.
Adwoa Safo ummoned by NPP disciplinary committee on legal holiday
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has formally summoned Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, a former Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome-Kwabenya, to appear before its Disciplinary Committee on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Prosecution of political opponents outside courtroom very distasteful – Minority
The Minority Caucus is not happy about the way and manner the Attorney General has been prosecuting political opponents of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) outside the courtroom.
Mahama Ayariga condemns military brutalities in Bawku
The Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has condemned in no uncertain terms the brutality meted out to women, children, old men and innocent youth in the night of Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in some sections of Bawku Municipality.
Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror is new Clerk to Parliament
The Parliament of Ghana has appointed Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror as its new Clerk of Parliament after going through a fierce competition with two others.
Bawumia is the safe choice for Ghana’s future – Adwoa Safo
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome-Kwebenya, Hon. Lawyer Sarah Adwoa Safo has urged Ghanaians to vote massively for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidate, on election day.
Supreme Court overturns Bagbin’s unconstitutional orders; directs Parliament to recognise 4 MPs
The Supreme Court of Ghana has temporarily overturned Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin’s ruling which barred four Members of Parliament (MPs) from representing their constituents and declared their seats vacant.