GHANA RISKS COMPROMISING NON-ALIGNED STANCE ON GAZA CONFLICT- MINORITY. Ghana's Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed concerns over the country's foreign policy stance regarding the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. Addressing the media on Wednesday 24 September 2025, The Ranking member on the foreign Affairs committee, Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor emphasized the need for consistency and balance in Ghana's pronouncements on international conflicts to maintain the country's credibility as an impartial actor. Explaining further, guided by Article 40 of Ghana's Constitution, which includes promoting Ghana's national interests, adhering to international law, and fostering respect for international cooperation. Tradition of Non-Alignment and Impartiality Ghana has historically maintained a posture of non-alignment, mutual respect, and peaceful co-existence, enabling the country to engage credibly with all sides in conflicts. he said. He added that, risks of taking sides descri

GHANA'S MINORITY CAUCUS RAISES CONCERNS OVER US DEPORTEES AGREEMENT. Ghana's Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed strong concerns over the country's agreement with the United States to accept third-country nationals deported from the US. The Minority Caucus reiterates its call for the government to suspend the agreement's implementation until parliamentary ratification is obtained. Speaking to the media, the Ranking member for the Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor highlighted that the agreement breaches Article 75 of Ghana's Constitution. He urged the government to provide clarity on the processes, safeguards, and implications of receiving these deportees. He again reiterates its call for the government to suspend the agreement's implementation until parliamentary ratification is obtained. The minority revealed that, the agreement could harm Ghana's reputation for principled diplomacy, rooted in non-alignment, regional solidarity, and res

FIGHT AGAINST GALAMSEY : Local-Based Approach the Best Solution. The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atiwa East, Mr. Ernest Owusu Ntim, emphasizes that a local-based approach is the best way to combat illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana. Speaking to SATA Radio UK, he advocated for a national dialogue involving all DCEs at mining assemblies to discuss solutions and measures rather than declaring a state of emergency. Mr. Owusu Ntim highlighted that supervision and irresponsible mining are Ghana's biggest problems. Even those with legal mining documents can engage in illegal activities without proper oversight. Documentation Over Military Intervention Instead of deploying military security to mining areas, he suggests proper documentation and record-keeping of miners to track companies violating mining regulations. Local-Based Approach Success that worked in the district, he cited Asaman Tafo a local-based approach to mining worked effectively. As part of Corporate Soci

*Asene Manso Akroso DCE Plea for Government Support Amidst Infrastructure Challenges* District Chief Executive for Asene Manso Akroso, Mr. Eric Ahinakwah, is calling for more government support to tackle challenges in the district. He highlighted issues including poor infrastructure, unemployment, bad roads affecting a key market, and poor school buildings. Mr. Ahinakwah personally funded a school project and urged the government to do more beyond the three allocated schools. He emphasized that road improvements could boost economic activity and revenue, noting a budget target of GHC 600,000 in revenue.