2024-04-28 20:52
I agree wholeheartedly! He lived in the Castle as president with a leaking roof (because he did not want to inconvenience Ghanaians with a back-and-forth motorcade), he did not give “c… Read More
Blog Directory > Politics Blogs > The Ghanaian Standard politics Blog >
The Ghanaian Standard Blog
ghstandard.com
Tags:
caf confederation cup
dream
ghanaians
education committee report
jane opokuagyemang left
electricity
vain egoistic morally
constitutional review
sierra leones energy
forget
Authoritative and trusted Ghana news updates, today's top stories, breaking news in Ghana, sports, politics, opinions, obituaries, on GhStandard.
2024-04-28 20:21
Some of us knew and have argued that this contract, especially the upstream petroleum component, was a non-starter in the first place and would have been surprised if KPMG had made any serio… Read More
2024-04-28 19:57
Yesterday, I was at the University of Ghana school of law at a conversation that my brother @SanguDelle convened on behalf of the Harvard Club.
The conversation was about free speech and… Read More
2024-04-28 19:39
Never forget that law students went on a demonstration regarding improving access to legal education and the Ghana Police poured hot water on them while they were walking peacefully.
The… Read More
2024-04-28 19:25
In a decisive showdown at Kumasi, Zamalek SC exhibited a masterclass in finishing, defeating Dreams FC 3-0 to secure their place in the final of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup. Afte… Read More
2024-04-28 17:19
Sierra Leone's Energy Minister, Kanja Sesay, tendered his resignation on Friday amidst a protracted electricity crisis that has plagued the nation for weeks. Sesay's departure coincided with… Read More
2024-04-28 16:47
Dreams FC of Ghana are gearing up to host Egyptian powerhouse Zamalek in the second leg of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals. The stage is set for an epic battle as both te… Read More
2024-04-28 16:41
Ghanaians be like, the Constitution guarantees bla bla bla. And we are democracy ɛdiɛbɛndiɛbɛn.
Then Domelovo happens. Talk for a few days, and move on. Then SAL… Read More
2024-04-28 14:13
The deceptive NPP propagandists who are inviting the nation to a debate on fabricated arrears left behind by Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as Education Minister are dishonestly covering up… Read More
2024-04-27 22:02
This 2017 Parliamentary Education Committee Report approved by both sides of the House totally exposes malicious fabrications by dishonest NPP propagandists claiming Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-A… Read More
2024-04-27 14:56
Mr. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Hohoe, has embarked on a significant road-reshaping initiative within the constituency. This ef… Read More
2024-04-27 14:50
Mr. Yaw Attah Arhin, the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Technical Specialist at World Vision Ghana (WVG), has underscored the severe health and socio-economic ramifications of open def… Read More
2024-04-27 14:46
Authorities in the Assin North District have taken firm action against sanitation offenders, with 87 individuals arrested for various infractions over a span of four months. Among them, 82 c… Read More
2024-04-27 14:25
Enoch Okomfo Okonah, an economy and policy analyst, has voiced concerns over Ghana's heavy dependence on the Bretton Woods institutions to manage the Ghana Cedi, suggesting it reflects a lac… Read More
2024-04-27 13:50
Dr. Godwin Kofi Ahlijah, President of High Skies College in Tema, has pinpointed Ghana's high unemployment rate to its non-skill-based educational system. Speaking at the college's maiden co… Read More
2024-04-27 13:46
Mr. Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, an independent candidate in the upcoming bye-election in the Ejisu Constituency, has refuted claims of colluding with the opposition National Democratic Congress (N… Read More
2024-04-27 13:39
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Minority has urged the Government to release the full KPMG report on SML (Small and Marginalized Licensees) and present it before Parliam… Read More
2024-04-27 13:15
A by-election is currently underway in Kadjebi to select a replacement for the late Alhaji Rashid Bawa, the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Candidate for the 2024 polls in KAS… Read More
2024-04-27 13:08
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Minority has raised concerns about the Education Minister's decision to prioritize the rebranding of public basic schools over addressing… Read More
2024-04-27 11:13
A supervisor has been remanded into police custody by the Accra Circuit Court Three on allegations of stabbing a businessman with a broken bottle and a screwdriver. Samuel Nii Duodoo, the ac… Read More
2024-04-27 09:49
AngloGold Ashanti reaffirms its commitment to improving the health and well-being of communities within its operational areas, pledging to diligently implement healthcare interventions outli… Read More
2024-04-27 09:40
Ghana is gearing up to observe the African Vaccination and World Immunization Week from May 4 to 9, 2024, aligning with global efforts to strengthen immunization programs and increase vaccin… Read More
2024-04-27 09:32
The Ghana Hubs Network recently convened its Annual General Meeting in Takoradi, under the theme “Connecting Innovation Hubs for Collective Growth,” in collaboration with partner… Read More
2024-04-27 09:23
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region has embarked on a sensitization campaign targeting nursing mothers in the Tsawla communit… Read More
2024-04-27 09:15
EcoCare-Ghana, a rights-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting communities in forest fringe areas, has emphasized the need for increased enforcement of anti-bush burning laws t… Read More
2024-04-26 23:24
A number of dazed NPP communicators have shamelessly ignored the current debilitating arrears in the education sector and are launching blistering attacks on Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang… Read More
2024-04-26 23:08
The Minister for Education should cease forthwith, and with immediate effect, desist from any further rebranding public basic schools in Ghana in NPP colours.
How can he, at this time of… Read More
2024-04-26 22:53
Think about this again. SML Ghana as a company was set up in February 2023. 4 months later they were handpicked by GoG for a 6 billion cedis contract. With zero track record.
And even whe… Read More
2024-04-26 17:52
Following the resounding success of the Dumsor Vigil in Kumasi on April 17, 2024, organizers are gearing up to replicate the protest in the capital city of Accra.
Henry Osei Akoto, a prom… Read More
2024-04-26 17:47
In a bid to prevent the recurrence of disruptions targeting presidential candidates at public gatherings, the Savannah Regional executives of both the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and th… Read More
2024-04-26 17:43
The ongoing discord between the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) in the Ashanti Region and Regional Minister Simon Osei-Mensah shows no signs of abating, as the power distributor stands fi… Read More
2024-04-26 15:20
The Electoral Commission of Ghana has refuted claims made by former President John Mahama that it hired members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to serve as returning and deputy returning of… Read More
2024-04-26 15:14
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has granted approval to Space X Starlink GH LTD, the operator of Starlink Satellite Broadband, to offer Satellite Broadband Services in Ghana… Read More
2024-04-26 15:10
Ashanti Regional Minister, Simon Osei-Mensah, has called for the withdrawal of electricity bills sent to one of his private properties in Jachie, expressing concerns over what he claims to b… Read More
2024-04-26 14:53
Renowned economist Mr. Alhassan Andani has voiced support for the government's exploration of cost-sharing options for the implementation of the free Senior High School (free SHS) programme… Read More
2024-04-26 14:49
Mr. Kofi Asare, Executive Director of Eduwatch Ghana, has raised concerns over the Education Minister's proposal to repaint public schools' colours from brown and yellow to blue and white, u… Read More
2024-04-26 14:20
Telecel Ghana has officially announced its entry into the Ashanti region, marking a significant milestone in its mission to redefine the telecommunications landscape across Ghana.
Followi… Read More
2024-04-26 10:23
The management of Sunyani Technical University (STU) has vehemently denied accusations of a sex-for-grades scandal involving lecturers at the institution. Following thorough investigations i… Read More
2024-04-26 10:20
Mr. Seth Yormewu, the District Chief Executive (DCE) of Anloga, has issued a plea for assistance from key stakeholders, including the Ghana Education Service (GES) and Technical and Vocation… Read More
2024-04-26 10:08
Incredible Zigi, Ghana's favourite dance artist and choreographer, keeps making waves in the dance industry. Known for his unique style and creative choreography, Zigi is truly living up to… Read More
2024-04-26 09:58
On April 25, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mr. Samuel Abu Jinapor, met with members of the Mine Workers Union who had staged a protest at the Ministry, demanding the revitalizatio… Read More
2024-04-26 08:54
Get all of the prominent Ghana newspaper front pages for today April 26, 2024, from The Ghanaian Standard.
Today Newspaper
Today Newspaper – April 26, 2024Here are all the headli… Read More
2024-04-26 08:48
Naa Fuseini Seidu Pelpuo IV, the paramount chief of the Wala Traditional Council, has called upon President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to intervene and put an end to the unlawful acquisitio… Read More
2024-04-26 08:39
The Department of Social Welfare has taken proactive steps to sensitize residents, including persons with disabilities and vulnerable groups, in the Logre-Zogin and Logre-Kolkpeng communitie… Read More
2024-04-26 08:35
The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have joined forces to elevate public discourse on environmental issues, aiming to foster attitudinal cha… Read More
2024-04-26 08:28
Professor David Dodoo-Arhin, Director of the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST) at the University of Ghana (UG), emphasized the critical importance of recycling and reusing p… Read More
2024-04-26 08:23
Mr. Abu Kansangbata, former Deputy Upper West Regional Minister, has hailed the nomination of Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyeman as the National Democratic Congress's (NDC) running mate for the… Read More
2024-04-25 20:08
Residents of Bonwire, Ejisu in the Ashanti Region voiced their disapproval of New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate Kwabena Boateng during a recent campaign visit by Kumawood act… Read More
2024-04-25 19:57
Asante Kotoko's head coach, Nana Agyemang, has pointed to the club's life patron, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as a significant factor contributing to their recent struggles. Despite their prestigi… Read More
2024-04-25 19:44
A recent report by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has sounded the alarm on the precarious financial state of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), projecting… Read More
2024-04-25 19:17
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has declared sections of the Citizenship Act unconstitutional, opening up key positions to individuals with dual citizenship. The ruling, delivered… Read More
2024-04-25 18:56
Renowned legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has condemned the recent KPMG report on the contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML), labelling it… Read More
2024-04-25 18:51
Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) has strongly contested claims made by KPMG in its recent audit report regarding its contract with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), asserting that… Read More
2024-04-25 18:39
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has taken action to access the full KPMG audit report on the revenue mobilisation agreement between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategi… Read More
2024-04-25 18:29
Four out of the eight Senior High School headteachers in the Ashanti Region, who were interdicted for allegedly charging unauthorized fees, have been transferred by the Ghana Education Servi… Read More
ZEN Petroleum Donates Bus To Future Leaders School, Commits GH¢2-million For Education EnhancementÂ
2024-04-25 17:45
ZEN Petroleum Limited, in partnership with Akwaaba Volunteers, has demonstrated its commitment to community empowerment by presenting a 25-seater bus to the Future Leaders School (FLS) in Ts… Read More
2024-04-25 17:40
The Tarkwa circuit court has sentenced a 47-year-old man to 10 years imprisonment in hard labour for assaulting his 13-year-old daughter after accusing her of having sexual intercourse with… Read More
2024-04-25 05:38
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has called on the government to diversify the country's energy sources by embracing alternative options such as solar energy. Dr. Joseph Obeng… Read More
2024-04-25 05:34
Nigeria is actively pursuing up to $2.25 billion in loans from the World Bank as part of its efforts to strengthen its economy, according to a statement released by the government following… Read More
2024-04-25 05:31
Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia engaged in discussions with Pope Francis on Wednesday, April 24, at the Paul VI Hall in the Vatican. The meeting aimed to bolster diplomatic ties between Ghan… Read More
2024-04-25 05:29
Mr. Francis Asenso-Boakye, the Minister for Roads and Highways, has undertaken a tour of the Western Region to assess the progress of major road projects in the area. Among the projects insp… Read More
2024-04-25 05:25
Kwabena Seidu, also known as Agya Aboba, a 39-year-old farmer, has been arraigned on charges of theft, causing damage, and threatening the life of a pastor, whom he allegedly stole rice from… Read More
2024-04-25 05:23
The collaboration between Amazon Web Services (AWS) and AmaliTech has yielded its first cohort of graduates, with 106 students completing their training in cloud computing. This initiative a… Read More
2024-04-25 00:11
Our respected party leader and flagbearer, HE John Dramani Mahama, the next President of our beloved Republic, HE Lordina Mahama, Niimei, Naamei, Nananom. Togbey ooo Mama ooo, Council… Read More
2024-04-24 23:50
The newly outdoored running mate of the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has described 12 projects and programmes of the ruling New Patriotic Party government in her own… Read More
2024-04-24 22:10
Baba Sadiq, the 2024 NDC parliamentary candidate for Okaikwei Central in the Greater Accra region, has criticized the conduct of the Mile 7 police patrol unit, alleging that they unlawfully… Read More
2024-04-24 21:59
Recent remarks by Senior Presidential Advisor Yaw Osafo-Maafo suggesting that only the Energy Minister can authorize the release of a load-shedding schedule, commonly known as the ‘dum… Read More
2024-04-24 21:57
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced the designation of 1,068 centres for the upcoming voter registration exercise across Ghana. Scheduled to commence from May 7 to May 27, 2024, the… Read More
2024-04-24 16:23
Advocacy for Social Inclusion and Girls Education (ASIGE), a non-governmental organization, has enrolled 100 vulnerable girls from rural communities in the Upper East Region onto vocational… Read More
2024-04-24 16:18
Owner of ten houses demolished at Adjiriganor, Mr. George Oti Bonsu, is demanding investigations into the incident, citing allegations of excessive force during the demolition. The demolitio… Read More
2024-04-24 16:11
To fortify the developmental structures for youth football, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has appointed five coaches to spearhead various national teams.
The appointed coaches are… Read More
2024-04-24 15:58
Ghanaian artist Osb Swagah has dropped an enthralling new single titled “Victory,” showcasing his unique vocals and exceptional songwriting abilities.
This latest release is p… Read More
2024-04-24 15:12
Emmanuel Owusu, National President of the Graduate Students' Association of Ghana (GRASAG), has expressed optimism about the 24-hour economy proposal put forth by National Democratic Congres… Read More
2024-04-24 15:05
Kofi Abrefa Afena, the spokesperson for Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has rebuffed calls by Nana Amoasi VII, Executive Director of the Institute of Energy Security (IES), for th… Read More
2024-04-24 14:59
The Wa Circuit Court has handed down a 20-year prison sentence to five Burkina Faso nationals convicted of engaging in illegal mining activities in the Wa West district of the Upper West reg… Read More
2024-04-24 10:12
Reigning MTN FA Cup champions Dreams FC have made an unprecedented decision to open their second-leg semifinal encounter against Egyptian side Zamalek to the public for free viewing.
Drea… Read More
2024-04-24 09:59
Joyce Okoreee, Acting Director, Certification Directorate of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), has revealed that the Ghana Standards Authority will be enabling online purchase of Standard… Read More
2024-04-24 09:53
Rising music sensation Elizha is set to take the stage by storm at the upcoming Ghana Music Awards (GMA) USA, where she has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including the covet… Read More
2024-04-24 09:33
Today, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is expected to deliver her acceptance speech as Vice Presidential Candidate on the NDC's 2024 ticket.
The outstanding trailblazer will make yet anot… Read More
2024-04-24 09:05
Thirteen-year-old Mbabota and his younger siblings, aged 10 and seven years, scavenge every weekend on farmland and dumping sites at the Kumbosigo and Yarigabiisi communities in the Upper Ea… Read More
2024-04-24 08:51
The Board and Management of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) have initiated a comprehensive tour of the Volta and Oti regions as part of a broader effort to closely monitor… Read More
2024-04-24 08:41
During a working tour to inspect ongoing road projects in the Central Region, Mr. Francis Asenso-Boakye, the Minister of Roads and Highways, announced that significant portions of the Kasoa… Read More
2024-04-23 23:16
The first edition of the Ghana Comedy Awards was a memorable event held at the AMA Snap Cinema Hall in Accra, celebrating the contributions of Ghana's top comedians.
Notable figures such… Read More
2024-04-23 19:07
The Electricity Company of Ghana's (ECG) Ashanti West region has successfully recovered a total of GH¢598,666.00 from 74 entities engaged in illegal connections during the first quarter… Read More
2024-04-23 18:58
Dr. Francis Baah, a former Executive Director of Cocoa Health and Extension Division (CHED) at Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), testified in an Accra High Court, stating that Chief Executives si… Read More
2024-04-23 18:25
On the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day, the Ghana Publishers Association has voiced concerns regarding the structure of the school curriculum, stating that it does not foster a cult… Read More
2024-04-23 18:20
Former President John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has conveyed heartfelt birthday wishes to the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr. Osman Nuhu Sharu… Read More
2024-04-23 18:17
Mr. Alex Asanvo, the Executive Secretary of the Cote d'Ivoire Ghana Cocoa Initiative (CGCI), has criticized global cocoa marketing companies for their failure to pay realistic prices to farm… Read More
2024-04-23 18:14
In a solemn ceremony, two Catholic Priests from the Sekondi-Takoradi Diocese were laid to rest at the clergy cemetery at St Mary's Minor Seminary in Apowa, Western Region.
Reverend Fr. An… Read More
2024-04-23 17:51
Dr. Jemimah Etornam Kassah, a Fisheries Scientist and lecturer at the University of Education, Winneba, has sounded the alarm on the adverse effects of climate change on Ghana's fisheries se… Read More
2024-04-23 17:46
Mr. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, the Member of Parliament for Akatsi North Constituency in the Volta Region, has taken a significant step in supporting the education of students from his constituency… Read More
2024-04-23 17:04
General Lance Corporal Solomon Tetteh, a member of the Central Regional Police Patrol Team, tragically lost his life on Monday in a collision involving a police car and another vehicle. The… Read More
2024-04-23 17:04
The latest report from Fitch Solutions predicts a win for John Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming December 2024 general elections.
“We anticipate that… Read More
2024-04-23 09:52
Fitch Solutions, an esteemed international rating agency, has projected a rebound for the Ghanaian cedi, foreseeing an appreciating trajectory in the near future. The agency attributes this… Read More
2024-04-23 09:36
The music community is grappling with the loss of Nana Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, better known as KODA, who passed away on Sunday. Tributes have flooded social media platforms, reflecting the prof… Read More
2024-04-23 09:24
In the wake of a heavy rainstorm that battered Adabakpo, a farming community in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region, tragedy struck when Caleb Gidisu, a 20-year-old resident, was… Read More
2024-04-23 08:45
The Ashaiman District Court has remanded Romeo Atsu, a self-described house agent and broker, into police custody on charges of defrauding by false pretence. Atsu is accused of deceiving a m… Read More
2024-04-23 08:37
In Rabat, Morocco, twenty-five journalists from various African news agencies are participating in a five-day intensive training seminar aimed at enhancing their ability to combat the spread… Read More
2024-04-23 08:24
At the 4th Edition of Choc Des Lègendes, a grand festival in Accra celebrating eloquence, arts, and culture, the spotlight was on women's empowerment, leadership, and legacy. The even… Read More
2024-04-23 07:53
Four individuals were arrested by police for their alleged roles in a recent train accident at Abortia in the Volta Region. The accused, identified as Kokou Koudjo, a 34-year-old gas welder;… Read More
Subscribe to The Ghanaian Standard
Get updates delivered right to your inbox!