“We will jealously protect our new majority status” – Ato Forson
The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has expressed the stance of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) caucus in parliament, to maintain their newly affirmed majority status. This follows Speaker Alban Bagbin’s declaration concerning the vacancy of four parliamentary seats, which altered the balance of power in the legislature. During a press conference on Sunday, Dr. Ato Forson highlighted that the...
Tyla reacts to her debut album being moved into ‘Pop’ Grammys category
The Recording Academy has reportedly moved South African singer Tyla’s eponymous debut album into the pop Grammys category despite initially submitting the project in the R&B category. Hollywood Reporters said the Recording Academy’s R&B screening committee kicked the project from Best R&B Album to Best Pop Vocal Album. If nominated in pop, Tyla would become the first African artist to compete...
Ghana’s Black Sharks suffer 6-3 defeat to Egypt in Beach Soccer AFCON opener
Ghana's Black Sharks kicked off their 2024 Beach Soccer African Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a thrilling but ultimately disappointing 6-3 loss to hosts Egypt. Alexander Adjetey Adjei, Ghana's all-time top scorer at the AFCON, stole the show with a stunning hat-trick. However, his impressive individual performance wasn't enough to rescue the Black Sharks from defeat. The match at the...
Inter Miami join elite field for expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025
Inter Miami, co-owned by David Beckham, has secured a spot in the prestigious Fifa Club World Cup 2025, joining top clubs like Chelsea, Manchester City, and Real Madrid. The tournament's expansion to 32 teams will take place in the United States from June 15 to July 3, 2025. Inter Miami earned their spot after winning the MLS Supporters Shield, awarded...
Ngannou marks emotional return to MMA with first-round stoppage
Francis Ngannou made a triumphant return to mixed martial arts, stopping Renan Ferreira in the first round at the PFL Super Fights event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The emotional victory was dedicated to his late son Kobe, who passed away earlier this year. Ngannou, overcome with emotion, shed tears as he honored his 15-month-old son's memory. "I couldn't think about...
Ghana swim league season 3: Making waves in West African swimming
Ghana's premier swimming competition, the Ghana Swim League, is back for its third season, promising thrilling action and intense rivalry among the country's top swim teams. This exciting league provides a platform for Ghanaian swimmers to showcase their talents, strive for excellence, and compete for the coveted title of Best Swim Team of the Year. The Ghana Swim League consists...
Supreme Court Halts Speaker’s Ruling on Vacant MP Seats
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has issued a stay of execution on a ruling by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, which declared the seats of four Members of Parliament (MPs) vacant. The affected MPs are Cynthia Morrison of Agona West, Kwadjo Asante of Suhum, Andrew Amoako Asiamah of Fomena, and Peter Kwakye Ackah of Amenfi Central....
EC to announce Presidential results for each region separately
The Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Dr Eric Bossman Asare, has announced that the Electoral Commission will declare the regional presidential results from all 16 regions before announcing the national results in the upcoming December 7 elections. According to Dr Bossman Asare, this decision is intended to enhance transparency during the polls. Speaking at the launch of the Coalition...
NPP MP’s to boycott Parliament until Supreme Court verdict on vacant seats
The Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, following the declaration by the Speaker of Parliament to declare four Parlaimentary seats vacant, has announced an indefinite boycott of parliamentary proceedings. The affected parliamentarians include, Cynthia Morrison (Agona West), Kwadjo Asante (Suhum) and Peter Kwakye Ackah (Amenfi Central). These members of Parliament have decieded to contest the upcoming 2024 elections as independent candidates while...
NDC assumes majority in Parliament with 136 seats against NPP’s 135
The Opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) will now assume Majority in Parliament as it now occupies 136 seats with the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) now left with 135 seats. This turn of events, comes on the back of a ruling passed by the Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbinn yesterday Thursday 17th October. The MPs affected by this decision are Cynthia...
