Politics Archives - Kevin Blaq

Mahama to Cancel DSTV Subscriptions and Fuel Allowances for Government Officials

kevingyimah4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

Former President John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, has announced plans to implement cost-saving measures by discontinuing utility payments for government officials if elected president in the upcoming elections. Mr. Mahama’s proposed measures include ending free DSTV subscriptions, utility bill payments, and fuel allowances for government officials to alleviate the financial burden…

NDC Plans Deployment of Drones for Surveillance During December Elections

kevingyimah7 months ago7 months ago03 mins

Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore, the Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has unveiled a strategic plan to employ drones for surveillance during the upcoming December general elections in the region. The primary objective, as outlined by Ashie Moore, is to safeguard the security of over two million votes for the party…

Ghana’s economy: Minority says energy sector debt is top risk

kevingyimah7 months ago7 months ago01 mins

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority Leader in Parliament, emphasized that the energy sector’s debt is the most significant threat to the nation’s economy. Speaking during the State of the Nation Address (SONA) in parliament on Monday, he pointed out that the current government, led by Akufo Addo/Bawumia, has created a financial crisis and chaos…

Mahama Ensures Private Schools Benefit from Free SHS

Mahama’s Commitment: Including Private Schools in the Free SHS Programme

kevingyimah7 months ago7 months ago03 mins

The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has committed to integrating private secondary schools into the free senior high school program if his party secures victory in the December election. He highlighted that many private schools possess the necessary infrastructure and human resources to support the program, making their inclusion…

The Electoral Commission unveils the calendar for the 2024 election.

kevingyimah7 months ago7 months ago03 mins

The Electoral Commission (EC) is set to accept candidate nominations for the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections from September 9 to 13, marking a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the peak of the political season. Following this, the presidential ballot casting will take place on September 23, 2024, with the parliamentary ballot following on…

Akufo-Addo appoints Ofori-Atta as senior presidential advisor, special envoy for int’l finance

kevingyimah7 months ago7 months ago01 mins

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has designated former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, as the Senior Presidential Advisor and Special Envoy for International Finance and Private Sector Investments. Mr. Ofori-Atta was relieved of his duties as Finance Minister on Wednesday, February 14, and was succeeded by Mohammed Amin Adam. In a statement dated February 15,…

Bawumia’s Promises Aimed at Winning Power, Not Implementing Them – Sam George Alleges

kevingyimah8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

Ningo-Prampam Constituency’s Member of Parliament, Sam George, has voiced concerns regarding Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s political promises, alleging that they are primarily aimed at securing power rather than genuine implementation. During an appearance on JoyNews Newsfile on Saturday, February 17, George asserted that President Akufo-Addo no longer values Bawumia’s counsel, thus undermining his role…

“We will win Damongo for the NPP” – Abu Jinapor

kevingyimah8 months ago8 months ago08 mins

In a moment of joy in Damongo of the Savannah Region, Samuel Abu Jinapor has been officially acclaimed by the Electoral Commission(EC) as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) 2024 parliamentary candidate. Referred to as the “Man of Action,” “Man of Development,” and “Man of the People,” Mr Jinapor, who is also the Minister for Lands…

Ghana President removes Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta in reshuffle

kevingyimah8 months ago8 months ago01 mins

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has removed the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori Atta in a major ministerial reshuffle announced on Wednesday, February 14. Approximately 13 current ministers of state, including 10 cabinet ministers and two regional ministers, have been affected by the reshuffle. Following the re-organisation of the Government, President Akufo-Addo has submitted to Parliament,…

Ken Agyapong and Sly Tetteh Lock Horns at Parliament Over Unpaid Loan Allegations

kevingyimah8 months ago8 months ago05 mins

Tuesday’s session in Ghana’s Parliament took an unexpected turn when a heated exchange between two prominent members almost resulted in fisticuffs. The protagonists? The outspoken Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, MP for Assin Central, and his fellow New Patriotic Party (NPP) colleague, Sylvester Tetteh, MP for Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro. Fueling the altercation was a simmering tension allegedly ignited…