Okraku-Mantey loses Ayensuano NPP parliamentary primary
Politics of Saturday, 2 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comDeputy Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey, faced defeat in his quest to become the parliamentary candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ayensuano constituency in the Eastern Region. In the orphan constituencies' parliamentary elections held on Saturday, December 2, Okraku-Mantey garnered 136 votes, while his opponent, Ida Adwoa Asiedu, emerged victorious with 410 votes. Other aspirants, Ernest Addo and Kingsley Boateng Adomah, secured 4 and 3 votes, respectively. Meanwhile, in the Adentan Constituency, Akosua Manu (Kozie), the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Youth Authority, emerged as the parliamentary candidate. Kozie secured 814 votes, surpassing her closest contender, Kwasi Obeng Fosu, who obtained 638 votes.
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December 03, 2023 09:04 UTC
NPP parliamentary primaries: Leave us alone, Akufo-Addo! – Adenta NPP executive fumes
Politics of Saturday, 2 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comAn executive of the ruling New Patriotic Party has warned President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo not to interfere in the ongoing parliamentary primaries in the constituency. The executive, who was fuming at the voting centre for the party’s parliamentary primaries for the Adenta Constituency, the Victory Presby Church, on December 2, 2023, alleged that some elements from the Office of the Presidency were trying to interfere in the primaries. “We are discerning Ghanaians and we know what is good for us, so nobody can come and say, do this or do that. “The government should be careful if they want things on their way. Yes, they should do it but when the time comes, they are on their own,” he added.
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December 02, 2023 20:49 UTC
NPP Primaries: Ama Dokua Shocks Afia Akoto In Okaikwei North
The deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, Nana Ama Dokua Asiamah-Adjei, has won the Okaikwei North New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primary with 341 votes. She beat the former deputy chief executive of MASLOC Alberta Afia Akoto and the former MP for the constituency, Fuseini Issa. Veteran editor of Daily Searchlight newspaper Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie polled 27 votes, Prince Owusu Mensah had six votes and Akoto had 228 votes. The other two, Nyarko Stephen Adipa, garnered 108 votes, while Fuseini Issa managed 114 votes. Source: Ghanaweb.comDisclaimer : Opinions expressed here are those of the writers and do not reflect those of Peacefmonline.com.
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December 02, 2023 18:46 UTC
Bawumia storms Manhyia with powerful delegation for final Akwasidae of the year
General News of Sunday, 26 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe increasing affection for the Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the Ashanti Region was at full glare at the Manhyia Palace, once again, on Sunday. The occasion was Akwasidae - a thanksgiving festival observed by the Asantehene and Sunday's ceremony was the final one for the year. The vice president, who is now the new leader of the NPP, showed up in grand style with his wife, Samira, and a powerful government and NPP delegation. Unsurprisingly, Dr. Bawumia was accorded a mammoth welcome when his entourage arrived at the Manhyia Palace. Scores of people besieged the bus carrying the veep and his delegation of close to 10 ministers of State and over 100 NPP MPs and led the entourage through a procession to the Palace.
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November 26, 2023 23:58 UTC
Unmasking the face behind the new force: Video drops with hints of identity
Politics of Saturday, 25 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comNew political movement, The New Force, have released hints about the group which is currently leading discussions due to the anonymity of the faces behind it. For the first time following their appearance through social media and outdoor promotions of a masked face splashed on billboards, a real face identifying as the spokesperson of the New Force has emerged in a social media video. “My name is Shellie Abbiusi, the campaign spokesperson of the New Force, the campaign of the New Force has generated the most conversations in recent times. This has been a message from the New Force,” the spokesperson concludes with the tagline “embrace the New Force” wrapping up her brief. For several political watchers, it is high time a third force emerged to break up the duopoly of Ghana’s Fourth Republic.
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November 25, 2023 17:57 UTC
PHOTOS: When Asantehene, Asanteman took over Berekum
General News of Friday, 24 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comAsanteman, led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, stormed Berekum, a community in the Bono Region, for the final funeral rite of the late paramount chief of the Berekum Traditional Area (Berekumhene), Daasebre Dr Amankona Diawuo II, on Thursday, November 23, 2023. The Asantehene-Dormaahene rivalry aside, Asanteman shook the Bono land during the funeral of the late Daasebre Dr Amankona Diawuo II. Asanteman stormed Berekum with over 40 vehicles, including at least 10 VIP buses and the Otumfuo’s convey which was made up of more than 20 Toyota Land Cruisers, one Rang Rover and two Toyota Tundra as well as police vehicles and motors. Everyone at the funeral grounds was up, trying to get a glimpse of the overlord of Asanteman. There was singing, dancing, drumming and other wonderful displays of Akan culture at every corner of the funeral ground, the Omanhene Park in Berekum.
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November 25, 2023 04:09 UTC
My running mate will be a man - Mahama allegedly hints
General News of Friday, 24 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe former president and flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has reportedly hinted at the person he will partner with as his running mate going into the 2024 general elections. This follows a request from the Northern Regional caucus of the party to reconsider his initial pick, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman. Addressing party supporters in the Bono East Region, Mahama hinted that the selected individual would be a man, a DailyGuide Newspaper report on November 24, 2023, stated. He further indicated that such an individual served in his former government as minister and discharged his duties diligently. “Everyone knows him; he’s humble and very resourceful; he served in my government,” the NDC flagbearer stated.
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November 24, 2023 20:17 UTC
Man United's Harry Maguire 'forgives' Isaac Adongo, invites him to Old Trafford
General News of Thursday, 23 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comManchester United defender, Harry Maguire has invited Isaac Adongo to Old Trafford after apologizing for comparing him to Ghana's Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Isaac Adongo who is the Member of Parliament for Bolga Central issued an apology for his previous comparison of Harry Maguire to Ghana's Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. "Mr Speaker you remember that last year I was very quick to compare Dr Bawumia to Harry Maguire. Today, Harry Maguire has turned the corner and he is a transformational footballer. The defender concluded his message by saying he that he hopes to see Adongo at Old Trafford soon.
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November 23, 2023 08:49 UTC
Mahama is your elder brother, not your enemy – Ya-Na to Bawumia
General News of Tuesday, 21 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comYa-Na Abubakari Mahama II, the Overlord of Dagbon, has advised Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to regard former President John Dramani Mahama as a brother and not an adversary in the upcoming election. During a courtesy call on the overlord as part of his 'Thank You Tour,' Dr. Bawumia conveyed Ya-Na's message, affirming that Mahama is a fellow competitor in the election, not an enemy or rival. "My son, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama who is also a son, is your fellow competitor in this election, he is not your enemy or rival. He encouraged him [reference to Bawumia] to run a clean campaign with his brother, highlighting Bawumia's qualities as a fine gentleman and advising him not to be misled by his campaign team. Lead them and don’t let them lead you else you have wasted all their efforts,” the Ya-Na said.
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November 22, 2023 04:22 UTC
Full list of 10 MMDCEs to be dismissed by Akufo-Addo - Report
According to the report, the person at the forefront of the potential dismissals is Edward Owusu, the District Chief Executive (DCE) of Atebubu Amantin. The report also indicates that nine other MMDCEs are expected to follow suit. One other chief executive mentioned is Samuel Oduro Frimpong, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for the Ejisu Municipality. Michael Donkor, the District Chief Executive for Amansie Central, is accused of not residing in the district and being involved in illegal mining (galamsey). Comfort Asante, the Municipal Chief Executive for New Juaben North, is alleged to be detached from the locals, frail, and unable to undertake the rigorous activities of the office.
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November 21, 2023 21:46 UTC
Kokofu To Partner Bawumia For 2024 Elections?
Henry Kwabena Kokofu as he has been described as the person likely to help ‘break the 8’ for the NPP with ease. We take a look at who Henry Kwabena Kokofu is:Henry Kwabena Kokofu Esq, has been the face behind the innovative and evolving EPA. In the 2012 elections, Henry Kwabena Kokofu won to become the Member of Parliament for the famous Bantama constituency where he served with diligence and commitment to the people. Hon Kokofu since his appointment has caused for the purchase of 45 brand new vehicles for operations at the EPA. Creation of New Offices:Since taking over, Hon Kokofu has embarked on the creation of new district Offices across the country.
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November 20, 2023 17:15 UTC
Hopeson Adorye responds to NPP dismissal with 'Afrafranto birthday party'
General News of Monday, 20 November 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comHopeson Adorye, a prominent figure in the Alan Kyerematen flagbearership campaign within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has swiftly responded to his dismissal from the party. In an official statement, the NPP cited the quartet's "flagrant breach" of the party's constitution, specifically referring to Articles 3(5) (A)(4) and 3(9)(1). The party emphasized the importance of members abiding by and publicly upholding party decisions, as per Article 3(5) (A) (4). Furthermore, Article 3(9) (I) states that any member supporting an independent candidate against the party's officially elected member automatically forfeits party membership. The NPP urged its members to remain steadfast in supporting the officially elected Presidential Candidate, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, and to collaborate towards achieving victory in the upcoming 2024 polls.
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November 20, 2023 11:16 UTC
Media General in 'hot water' over Bawumia cartoon
The cartoon faced criticism for promoting religious bigotry and intolerance. Media General, however, faced public backlash for unprofessional conduct and concerns about religious tension. In response, the media company removed the cartoon from social media and issued an apology to Dr. Bawumia's Communications Head, Nana Akomea on November 15, 2023. The NPP plans to file a complaint with the National Media Commission, accusing Media General of consistently promoting hate against them without valid reasons. As the controversy unfolds, it remains to be seen how Media General addresses concerns and whether this incident sparks a broader discussion on religious tolerance and media ethics in Ghana.
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November 19, 2023 17:39 UTC
Demand For Ursula, Wontumi's Heads; Inside Report Of Bawumia's Visit To Ken Agyapong
Citing Kennedy Agyapong’s brother and lawyer, Ralph Agyapong as his source, Nana Frimpong Ziega mentioned that the meeting was not as fruitful as has been widely publicized. He claimed that while Kennedy Agyapong accepted to join Bawumia’s campaign for the 2024 elections, he outlined some conditions that the Bawumia team found difficult to guarantee. They should be transparent so that we can all come together and beg Kennedy Agyapong. He said that Kennedy Agyapong told Bawumia that he would campaign for him but he would have to cut out certain people from his team. Meanwhile, Lawyer Ralph Agyapong, a brother and campaign spokesperson of Kennedy Agyapong has hinted that the flagbearer hopeful may as well be looking beyond the 2024 presidential campaign and may not engage in the Bawumia presidential campaign.
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November 19, 2023 07:14 UTC
Nii Lante Vanderpuye breaks silence on why he's leaving parliament
In an interview on the Citi Breakfast Show on Citi FM, Vanderpuye expressed his frustration with the challenges faced by Members of Parliament (MPs) in the execution of their duties. He highlighted the lack of protection from political parties, leading to mounting pressure and a loss of interest over time. “I am leaving parliament because I am frustrated; the [political] parties really do not protect the people they have [in parliament]. “The attrition rate in parliament is too high, and as such, people do not get the sort of experience they require to advance the work of parliament," Vanderpuye remarked. Vanderpuye highlighted the importance of parliamentary experience, noting that Speaker Alban Bagbin's success is attributed to his lengthy experience as a Member of Parliament.
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November 17, 2023 04:34 UTC