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*Ghana Parliament Passes Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 Amid Controversy* Ghana’s Parliament has today passed the much-debated Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025, commo Bolgatanga Central MP Defends Budget Allocations, Says Parliament’s Funding Challenges Cannot Be Solved in One Year The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Hon. Isaa Education Minister Calls for Stronger Budget Oversight and Dedicated Offices for MPs The Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has urged Parliament to strengthen its ov
*Ghana Parliament Passes Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 Amid Controversy* Ghana’s Parliament has today passed the much-debated Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025, commo Bolgatanga Central MP Defends Budget Allocations, Says Parliament’s Funding Challenges Cannot Be Solved in One Year The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Hon. Isaa Education Minister Calls for Stronger Budget Oversight and Dedicated Offices for MPs The Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has urged Parliament to strengthen its ov
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12/12/2025 • 06:00
*Ghana Parliament Passes Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 Amid Controversy* Ghana’s Parliament has today passed t...
*Ghana Parliament Passes Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 Amid Controversy* Ghana’s Parliament has today passed the much-debated Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025, commonly referred to as the Okada Bill, aimed at overhauling the country’s road safety and transport regulations. The legislation, which amends the existing Road Traffic Act of 2004 (Act 683), is designed to introduce new standards for alcohol limits for drivers, regulate the use of motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles for commercial purposes, and establish emission testing protocols. The Bill’s primary objectives are to create a safer road environment, foster employment opportunities for Ghanaian youth, and establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for the road transport industry. Among the key provisions is the regulation of motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles used for fare-paying passenger services and ride-hailing operations, aligning Ghana’s transport policies with modern industry practices. Howe
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*Ghana Parliament Passes Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 Amid Controversy* Ghana’s Parliament has today passed t...
*Ghana Parliament Passes Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025 Amid Controversy* Ghana’s Parliament has today passed the much-debated Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025, commonly referred to as the Okada Bill, aimed at overhauling the country’s road safety and transport regulations. The legislation, which amends the existing Road Traffic Act of 2004 (Act 683), is designed to introduce new standards for alcohol limits for drivers, regulate the use of motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles for commercial purposes, and establish emission testing protocols. The Bill’s primary objectives are to create a safer road environment, foster employment opportunities for Ghanaian youth, and establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for the road transport industry. Among the key provisions is the regulation of motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles used for fare-paying passenger services and ride-hailing operations, aligning Ghana’s transport policies with modern industry practices. Howe
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12/12/2025 • 05:59
Bolgatanga Central MP Defends Budget Allocations, Says Parliament’s Funding Challenges Cannot Be Solved in One Year ...
Bolgatanga Central MP Defends Budget Allocations, Says Parliament’s Funding Challenges Cannot Be Solved in One Year The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Hon. Isaac Adongo, has defended the current parliamentary budget allocations, emphasizing that Parliament’s financial challenges cannot be resolved within a single fiscal year. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Hon. Adongo argued that if previous governments had steadily improved funding to Parliament, the House would not be facing the current debate over inadequate allocations. He noted that in 2024, when the budget was presented by a Minister who was also a Member of Parliament under the previous administration, there was little concern expressed about Parliament’s financial needs. He described the current criticisms as inconsistent, adding that Parliament has always required substantial resources to operate effectively. Addressing claims made by the Minority regarding helicopter purchases, Hon. Adongo stated that
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12/12/2025 • 05:57
Education Minister Calls for Stronger Budget Oversight and Dedicated Offices for MPs The Minister of Education, Hon....
Education Minister Calls for Stronger Budget Oversight and Dedicated Offices for MPs The Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has urged Parliament to strengthen its oversight functions and address its internal funding challenges to enhance its effectiveness. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Hon. Iddrisu referred to page 9 of the committee’s report, particularly paragraph 9.2, which discusses the establishment of constituency offices for Members of Parliament. He explained that during his time serving on the Parliamentary Board, the intention was that once these offices were constructed, MPs would have liaison officers who would bridge communication between the constituency and Parliament. He emphasized the need for Parliament to evaluate itself and confront its funding crisis. According to him, across the world, parliaments are recognized for their crucial role in oversight, including budget and financial scrutiny. Referencing the budget presented by Finance Minister H
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12/10/2025 • 17:24
Minority Demands Withdrawal of “Premature” Notice Declaring Kpandai Seat Vacant The Minority Caucus in Parliament, ...
Minority Demands Withdrawal of “Premature” Notice Declaring Kpandai Seat Vacant The Minority Caucus in Parliament, led by Deputy Minority Leader Hon. Patricia Appiagyei, has called on Parliament to immediately withdraw the notice sent to the Electoral Commission (EC) declaring the Kpandai parliamentary seat vacant. Addressing the media, Hon. Appiagyei disclosed that the incumbent MP, Hon. Matthew Nyindam, has filed a notice of appeal at the Court of Appeal and has also initiated an application for judicial review at the Supreme Court. She questioned why Parliament would “rush to enforce a judgment that is legally suspended, ignore an appeal that is actively proceeding, and arrogantly presume to be more helpful to the superior courts.” She argued that Parliament is abandoning its long-standing tradition of restraint, noting that the institution’s history shows a consistent bipartisan practice of protecting a member’s mandate until all legal processes are fully concluded. Citing p
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12/05/2025 • 06:27
*If you believe the office of special prosecutor is not fit for purpose, you have the majority... Repeal it - Former ...
*If you believe the office of special prosecutor is not fit for purpose, you have the majority... Repeal it - Former Minister The Member of Parliament for Damongo, Hon. Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has urged the NDC government to use its supermajority in Parliament to repeal the Office of the Special Prosecutor if they deem it unnecessary. He emphasized that laws should be applied fairly and equally to all citizens, regardless of position or affiliation. Hon. Jinapor noted that the Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, had previously opposed the establishment of the office and questioned why the ruling party has not taken steps to repeal the law establishing it. "If you believe the office of special prosecutor is not fit for purpose, you have the majority... Repeal it. What are you waiting for?" Hon. Jinapor asked, emphasizing that Ghana is "sick and tired of talk" and needs action. He warned against selective application of laws, citing a recent case involving a member of the ruling
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12/05/2025 • 06:26
*Majority Leader Calls for Abolition of Special Prosecutor's Office* The Majority Leader of Ghana's Parliament, Hon....
*Majority Leader Calls for Abolition of Special Prosecutor's Office* The Majority Leader of Ghana's Parliament, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has called for the abolition of the Office of the Special Prosecutor, citing its failure to deliver on its mandate to fight corruption. Speaking in Parliament, Hon. Ayariga argued that the office's inability to prosecute major corruption cases is a clear indication that it is not effective, and that the institution of the Attorney General, if adequately resourced and protected, can deliver the same results. He questioned why the office is being resourced more than the Attorney General, and suggested that abolishing the office would not let off the hook those who have violated the law. Hon. Ayariga also cited the former Speaker of Parliament, Michael Oquaye, as having recommended the abolition of the office, and urged Parliament to reconsider its decision to establish the office. "The question is, are we going to allow institutions to be set up and fa
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12/05/2025 • 06:24
Majority Leader Ayariga Calls for Reflection on Ghana’s Unfinished Agricultural and Industrial Vision The Majority L...
Majority Leader Ayariga Calls for Reflection on Ghana’s Unfinished Agricultural and Industrial Vision The Majority Leader, Hon. Osaman Mahama Ayariga, has urged the nation to reflect deeply on its longstanding development goals, particularly those set as far back as 1963 by Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Hon. Ayariga recalled that Dr. Nkrumah’s Seven-Year Development Plan included the construction of the Akosombo Dam for two key purposes: the generation of hydroelectric power and the promotion of agro-based industrialization. Nkrumah envisioned that the vast waters of the Volta Lake would be used for irrigation to boost food production, which would in turn supply raw materials for local industries and support national industrialization. Hon. Ayariga questioned why, from 1963 to the present, Ghana has still not achieved this fundamental objective. He wondered aloud how leaders of that era appeared more forward-thinking and effective t
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12/05/2025 • 06:23
Deputy Agric Minister John Dumelo Highlights Gains Ahead of 41st Farmers’ Day Celebration The Deputy Minister for Fo...
Deputy Agric Minister John Dumelo Highlights Gains Ahead of 41st Farmers’ Day Celebration The Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. John Setor Dumelo, has highlighted key achievements in Ghana’s agricultural sector as the nation prepares to celebrate the 41st Farmers’ Day Anniversary. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Hon. Dumelo noted that this year’s celebration, themed “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, and Secure the Future,” reflects the country's commitment to strengthening food security. He recalled that Farmers’ Day, instituted in 1985, has fostered healthy competition among farmers and continues to motivate excellence within the sector. He stated that farmers across the country are happy due to several government interventions, including the establishment of Farmers’ Service Centres, expansion of irrigation facilities, increased funding to the National Buffer Stock Company to purchase excess produce, and the establishment of processing factories nationwide. He also high
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12/05/2025 • 06:22
Deputy Minority Leader Salutes Asokwa Farmers for Innovation in Agriculture The Deputy Minority Leader, Hon. Patrici...
Deputy Minority Leader Salutes Asokwa Farmers for Innovation in Agriculture The Deputy Minority Leader, Hon. Patricia Appiagyei, has commended farmers for their creativity and innovation in modern farming practices. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Hon. Appiagyei stated that she particularly wants to celebrate individuals who are using innovative methods to reduce the cost of food production while ensuring food security for themselves and their communities. She extended special recognition to farmers in Asokwa and across Ghana, applauding their hard work and dedication. She emphasized the need to support farmers with the right resources to enable them to increase production and contribute meaningfully to national development.
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12/03/2025 • 17:08
Old Tafo MP Challenges Government Over Inconsistencies in Sanitary Pad Allocation The Member of Parliament for Old T...
Old Tafo MP Challenges Government Over Inconsistencies in Sanitary Pad Allocation The Member of Parliament for Old Tafo Constituency, Hon. Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has raised serious concerns about discrepancies in the government’s sanitary pad programme as captured in the 2025 and 2026 national budgets. Addressing the media in Parliament, Hon. Assafuah noted that he has observed “shifting figures and inconsistent explanations” regarding the sanitary pads referenced in the national budget and defended during parliamentary debates. According to him, citizens are increasingly describing the matter as another example of what has become known as the “Chobo Government” a term used to criticize perceived mismanagement and inconsistency. He emphasized that the figures under scrutiny were not provided by the Minority, but are contained in the government’s own official documents—the 2025 and 2026 budgets. These include the initial allocation of GH¢292 million, the stated target of 1.3 mill
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12/03/2025 • 15:16
*International Day of Persons with Disabilities: Ghanaian MP Sounds Clarion Call for Inclusion* The Member of Parlia...
*International Day of Persons with Disabilities: Ghanaian MP Sounds Clarion Call for Inclusion* The Member of Parliament for Weija Gbawe Constituency and Second Deputy Minority Whip, Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has emphasized the need for increased accessibility and inclusivity for Ghana's approximately 2.1 million persons with disabilities. Speaking in Parliament on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Hon. Shaib noted that despite the Persons with Disability Act 2006, Act 715, many public spaces and infrastructure remain inaccessible to persons with disabilities. "We are not doing what is expected of us," Hon. Shaib stated, citing examples of inaccessible toilet facilities, lack of ramps, and inadequate parking spaces for persons with disabilities. Hon. Shaib called for greater inclusion and opportunities for persons with disabilities, highlighting their achievements in sports, such as the Para Olympics. The MP urged fellow lawmakers to take action to address the chal
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12/03/2025 • 15:13
Asuogyaman MP Unveils Packed Line-Up for 2025 Akosombo Festival and Street Carnival The Member of Parliament for Asu...
Asuogyaman MP Unveils Packed Line-Up for 2025 Akosombo Festival and Street Carnival The Member of Parliament for Asuogyaman Constituency, Hon. Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has announced exciting updates on the upcoming Akosombo Festival during a statement on the floor of Parliament. He revealed that the Miss Asuogyaman Pageant is scheduled for 7th December 2025, aimed at promoting cultural pride, confidence, and creativity among young women in the district. In addition, young men and daring women will have the opportunity to demonstrate strength and athletic prowess in the Asuogyaman Strongest Competition, a sporting event designed to encourage fitness, discipline, and healthy rivalry. Hon. Nyarko Ampem also disclosed a special tourism package featuring a unique railway tour from the Tema Harbour Station to the Adomi Station. The package runs from 4th to 7th December, and includes guided visits to the Akosombo Dam, the Akwamu Museum, and the iconic Adomi Bridge. The main festival will offe