Ghana's Parliament Pays Tribute to Late Hajia Mary Salifu Boforo The Parliament of Ghana today honored the memory of Hajia Mary Salifu Boforo, former NDC MP for Savelugu, with a statement of remembrance. Speaking on the floor, Hon. Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, Majority Member of Parliament for Salaga South, described her as a trailblazer who broke barriers for women in politics. She highlighted Hajia Mary Salifu Boforo's inspiring legacy, commitment to community service, and ability to connect with constituents, which earned her respect across party lines. Other veteran MPs recalled her exceptional work ethic and warm hospitality, especially on Fridays.

*Minority Blasts Security Services Recruitment Exercise as 'Biggest Recruitment Scam', Demands Probe and Refund* Hon John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South constituency and Ranking member, Defence and Interior Committee, has condemned the security services recruitment exercise, calling it a "biggest recruitment scam" that has exploited over 500,000 Ghanaian youth. Addressing the Parliamentary Press, Mr Ntim Fordjour stated that the government's decision to increase the recruitment age limit from 25 to 35 years was misleading and exploitative, trapping more unemployed youth into applying. He criticized the Interior Ministry for milking over GH¢100 million from applicants, with each applicant paying GHC220 for application forms. He questioned the fairness of the process, given that only 5,000 slots were available for recruitment. The MP demanded an independent bipartisan probe into the recruitment process and a refund of application fees to disqualified applican

Fantekwa South to Benefit from Free Seedlings Distribution - Minister Buah The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Mr Kofi Armah Buah has emphatically stated that, Fantekwa South will be a beneficiary of the free seedlings distribution. According to him, in March 2025, the president H.E John Dramani Mahama launched a program "Tree for life reforestation initiative" A massive nationwide reforestation campaign aiming to plant 30 million trees to restore degraded landscape combat illegal mining ( galamsey) and boost climate resilience. He added that, 50 hectares of plantation were undertaken in Worobong South Forest Reserve in the constituency. Mr Armah Buah noted that the ministry will continue the implementation of the initiative nation wide and the Fantekwa South will again benefit from the free seedlings distribution for wood lot establishment and the reclamation of degraded mind-out areas will be educated and sentitized. He said this when the member of parliament f

Parliament Should Engage Former Leaders to Mentor Current MPs – Ahmed Ibrahim The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has called on Parliament to draw on the experience of its former leaders to help orient and mentor current Members of Parliament (MPs), particularly in the areas of discipline, leadership and parliamentary practice. Mr. Ibrahim made the call while speaking at the 9th Parliamentary Crystal Ball Series, held under the theme “One Year of a Super-Majority Parliament: Reflections from Civil Society, Lessons and the Way Forward.” The event, organized by the Parliamentary Network Africa (PNAfrica) in collaboration with the Citizens’ Bureau of the Parliament of Ghana, brought together Members of Parliament, civil society organizations, development partners, and the media to reflect on the theme. Contributing to the discussion, the Minister praised the leadership styles of former Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu and the Spe

Over 506,000 Apply for Security Services Recruitment – Interior Minister Clarifies Process The Minister for the Interior and Member of Parliament for the Asawase Constituency, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has clarified misconceptions circulating on social media regarding the ongoing recruitment into Ghana’s security services. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the Minister explained that the recruitment process began in December with the aim of ensuring transparency in how applicants apply to the various security agencies. According to him, by the time the application deadline closed, a total of 506,608 applicants—representing over half a million Ghanaians—had applied for recruitment into the security services. Hon. Muntaka further noted that the Ministry has introduced several measures aimed at improving the screening process for applicants seeking to join agencies such as the Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Immigration Service, Ghana Prison

PASSING OF ORGAN TRANSPLANT LEGISLATION WILL BE A GAME CHANGER - Dr Beyuo. The member of parliament for Lambussie, Mr Titus Beyuo has revealed that, passing a legislation on organ transplant will be a game changer in dealing with Kidney issues. Contributing to a statement made by the minister for health, Mr Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, on world kidney day, Mr Beyuo said the statistics on kidney diseases in Ghana are alarming, and prevention seems key. He added that, screening early and managing conditions like hypertension and diabetes can make a big difference. Raising some challenges confronting kidney treatment, he noted that the financial burden on families is also a major concern. Passing legislation on organ transplant could be a game-changer, allowing for ethical organ donation and reducing reliance on living donors. According to him, through this legislation, people can willingly donate their organs after an accident and before death.

Patrick Boamah Warns New Mining Regulations Could Lead to Job Losses The Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central and Chairman of the Subsidiary Legislation Committee, Patrick Boamah, has expressed concerns that the new mining regulations could make Ghana’s mining sector less attractive to investors. Addressing journalists on Tuesday, March 10, Mr. Boamah warned that although the regulations may generate some revenue for the state, they could also result in significant job losses. “If you introduce this, you may accrue some revenue, but the net effect is some job losses. Close to about a million jobs. If you lose close to a million jobs because the investments required did not come in, you are not going to get the employees’ tax, tax from companies,” he said. He therefore called on the government to reduce the Growth and Sustainability Levy on mining companies to one per cent to help cushion the firms and maintain investor confidence in the sector. The Legislative Instrument intro

Vision for the Community: Weija–Gbawe MP Embarks on Major Free Eye Care Drive Residents of Weija-Gbawe are benefiting from a large-scale community health intervention spearheaded by the Member of Parliament for the area, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, who has organised a five-day free eye care outreach aimed at tackling preventable eye diseases and improving access to specialist treatment. The initiative, dubbed the Health Train Eyecare Project 2026, is providing free screening and surgeries for cataract and pterygium conditions that are among the leading causes of visual impairment in many communities. The programme, organised by the MP who also serves as the Second Deputy Minority Whip in the Parliament of Ghana, targets residents of Weija-Gbawe and neighbouring communities who often struggle to access specialised eye care services. The outreach, held from March 2 to March 6, 2026, moved across several locations within the constituency to ensure broader coverage. Screening and treatment ce

"Bimbilla MP Sounds Alarm: Farmers Struggling to Survive Amidst Soaring Production Costs" The Member of parliament for Bimbilla, Mr Dominic Bingad Nitiwul says Ghanaian farmers are really struggling with the rising costs of production. Highlighting how the prices of essential inputs like fertilizer, transportation, and chemicals have gone up, but the prices of the farmers' produce haven't increased correspondingly. Debating on the 2026 State Of the Nation statement by H.E John Dramani Mahama,he said this is squeezing the farmers, making it hard for them to afford even basic things like motorbikes. He appealed to the government to reduce prices of these inputs to ease the burden on farmers. Mr Nitiwul further emphasized the government's responsibility to help Ghanaian citizens, especially those who are stacked in Dubai due to the recent US-Iran war. He mentioned the inadequacy of the current efforts by the government, for purchasing an aircraft that can carry only a number

Ghana’s Reserves Rise to $13.8bn, Cabinet Approves New Accumulation Policy The Finance Ministry Casiel Ato Baah Forson has indicated that, Ghana’s gross international reserves have climbed to US$13.8 billion, providing 5.7 months of import cover, up from US$8.9 billion—equivalent to four months—reflecting improved external buffers. Addressing Parliament, the Finance Minister noted that the current reserve position exceeds the traditional benchmark of three months of import cover. However, he cautioned that the level remains inadequate to fully shield the economy from major shocks, citing the sharp currency depreciation experienced in 2022 and 2023 as a reminder of Ghana’s vulnerability. To strengthen resilience against future disruptions and stabilise the exchange rate, Cabinet has approved the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy. According to the Minister, the policy provides a structured approach to building reserves sustainably, drawing on recent macroecon

Ato Forson Proposes Value for Money Framework to Strengthen Fiscal Discipline and Accountability The Member of Parliament for Adjumako Eyan Essiam and Minister for Finance, Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced plans to introduce a Value for Money Framework aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in public spending. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Hon. Ato Forson stated that the proposed bill seeks to ensure that every cedi earned by the government delivers the maximum possible benefit to citizens in terms of economy, efficiency, effectiveness, equity, and sustainability. He explained that the bill will establish an independent Value for Money Office with a specialized technical mandate to conduct value-for-money assessments. The office will be responsible for issuing Value for Money certificates before major government contracts are awarded, monitoring compliance, and enforcing sanctions where violations occur. According to the Minister, the overarching objective