**Government Withdraws Legislative Instrument Allowing Ministers, MPs to Use Sirens and Drive Without Speed Limits**
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The government has officially withdrawn a controversial legislative instrument that would have permitted ministers and Members of Parliament (MPs) to use sirens and drive without speed limits. The decision follows widespread public outcry and criticism from various stakeholders who argued that the move would have been dangerous and elitist. The legislative instrument, which was intended […]
**Minority to Boycott Parliamentary Sittings in Solidarity with Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson During Ambulance Trial**
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The Minority Caucus in Parliament has announced its decision to boycott parliamentary sittings whenever its leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is scheduled to appear in court for his ongoing ambulance trial. This move is intended to show solidarity with Dr. Forson, who is facing charges related to the procurement of ambulances during his tenure as […]
**Parliament to Probe GHS 84M Contract Awarded to Busy Internet by Ministry of Education**
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The Parliament of Ghana has announced an investigation into a GHS 84 million contract awarded to Busy Internet by the Ministry of Education. The contract, which was granted without parliamentary approval, has raised serious concerns about its legitimacy and the procedures followed in its allocation. The decision to launch the probe was made during a […]
**Urgent Request Submitted to Speaker Alban Bagbin: Majority Calls for Reconvening of Parliament to Address Key Government Business**
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In a move aimed at prioritizing critical government agenda items, the Majority in Parliament has submitted an urgent request to the Speaker, Alban Bagbin, urging the reconvening of the House. The call comes amidst mounting pressure to address pressing national issues and advance key legislative initiatives essential for the country’s development. The request, initiated […]
Former President John Dramani Mahama Condemns Directive Restraining Parliament: A Closer Look at the Controversial Bill and its Implications
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In a bold and unequivocal condemnation, former President John Dramani Mahama has taken aim at a directive that has sent shockwaves through Ghana’s political landscape. The directive, which instructs Parliament to refrain from transmitting a controversial bill for presidential assent, has sparked fierce debate and raised concerns about the erosion of democratic principles and […]
NDC Female MPs in Parliament Condemn Majority Leader’s Remarks as Attack on Womanhood and the Aged: Calls for Respect and Civility in Political Discourse
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Tensions flared in Ghana’s Parliament today as female Members of Parliament (MPs) from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) issued a scathing rebuke against Hon. Afenyo Markins, the Majority Leader, over what they described as derogatory and demeaning remarks directed towards womanhood and the aged. The impassioned response comes amidst growing concerns over the tone […]
First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hon Joseph Osei-Owusu, Raises Concerns Over Post-Parliament Treatment**
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In a candid revelation, Hon Joseph Osei-Owusu, the 1st Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has shed light on the stark reality faced by former lawmakers upon leaving office. Osei-Owusu expressed his concerns, stating that individuals tend to be forgotten once they depart from the political arena, with their erstwhile constituents displaying a lack of interest […]
**Breaking News: Deputy Finance Minister and MP for Ejisu, John Kumah, Passes Away**
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Tragic news has emerged as Deputy Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah, has passed away. Details surrounding his sudden demise remain unclear at this time. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Government Spends GHS68 Million on Photocopying Past Questions, Minority Caucus Raises Concerns
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A startling revelation has emerged from the Ghanaian Parliament as the Minority Caucus accuses the government of squandering GHS68 million on photocopying past examination questions. The revelation has sparked outrage and calls for accountability from both within and outside the political sphere. The Minority Caucus in Parliament, led by its spokesperson, has raised serious […]
Parliament Grapples with Dumsor Amid State of the Nation Address Debate
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As Members of Parliament gathered today for a crucial debate on the State of the Nation Address, the proceedings were interrupted by the unwelcome arrival of “dumsor” – the persistent power outages gripping the nation. The outage occurred as legislators engaged in discussions on key issues raised by President Nana Akufo-Addo in his address, […]