MAHAMA ADMINISTRATION DO NOT PRIORITIZED YOUTH DEVELOPMENT- MINORITY Minority Caucus in Parliament and its Committee on Sports and Recreation has strongly condemned the act of President John Dramani Mahama neglecting the Youth Development in Ghana. According to the Committee, in 2026 budget nothing was allocated for both National Youth Authority (NYA) and Youth Employment Authority (YEA) by District Assembly Common Fund (DACF). Speaking on behalf of the Parliamentary select committee on Sports and Recreation and Member of Parliament (MP) for Old Tafo Constituency, Vincent Ekow Asafuah said the NPP administration did much for Youth Development with their budgetary funds to support their cost yearly. He stressed the neglect of Resource Centre by the Mahama Government as he allegedly disclosed huge sums of money been channeled by this government to District Road Infrastructure Project (DRIP) And District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) without paying attention to the Youth Developm

*Parliament’s Women’s Caucus to ‘name and shame’ men contesting female MPs* The Chairperson of the Women’s Caucus in Parliament, Comfort Doyoe, has warned that men who contest female candidates in the 2028 general elections risk being publicly “named and shamed.” Her remarks come amid growing concern over Ghana’s low ranking in women’s political representation, with the country currently placed 149th out of 188 nations globally. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, March 25, Doyoe called on stakeholders and authorities to take deliberate steps to promote women’s empowerment and increase female participation in governance. “Mr Speaker, all men who will contest women in this Parliament in the next election, we will name and shame them because we need to protect them,” she said. She described findings from a recent United Nations report as worrying, noting that Ghana lags significantly behind many countries in advancing women’s representation. “Right Honourable Speaker

*Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku's Bold Plan to Boost Tomato Yields and Cut Post-Harvest Losses in Ghana* The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon Eric Opoku, has announced plans to increase tomato production in Ghana, citing a new variety with a yield of over 20 tons per hectare. Speaking in Parliament, Minister Opoku said his ministry is working with research institutions to develop the variety, which is expected to bring a lasting solution to the country's tomato production challenges. Addressing post-harvest losses, which currently stand at 30%, Minister Opoku noted that eliminating these losses alone could add 153,000 tons of tomato to the country's production, reducing the gap from 300,000 to 140,000 tons. The minister highlighted the Vegetable Development Project, launched in June/July last year, which focuses on three key areas: seed, irrigation, and market development. The project aims to increase production, reduce waste, and improve the overall tomato value chain in

"Ghana's Youth Minister Unveils Plans to Tackle Drug Abuse, Campus Violence" Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment of Ghana, Mr George Opare-Addo has highlighted how his ministry plans to tackle the root causes of drug use and violence in schools. Answering his questions at the Government Assurance committee meeting on when to implement the national service military, he revealed that, the ministry has been conducting some in-depth research on the issues affecting young people, especially in educational institutions According to him, the findings on drug use, particularly the prevalence of awareness about heroin, cocaine, weed, and alcohol on campuses, are quite concerning. He mentioned that, the survey covered the second cycle and tertiary institutions, and the data showed some alarming trends, especially among students aged 14-16. He added that, the Redmi Stop Campaign and the Peace security program are steps in the right direction to tackle his issues. Addressi

HON BUCKMAN ADVOCATE FOR NATURAL GRASS OVER ARTIFICIAL ASTRO TURF. Member of Parliament for Kwesimintsim, Philip Fiifi Buckman, is advocating for natural grass pitches over artificial AstroTurfs, citing climate concerns. In his question to Mr John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for energy and green transition when he met with Government Assurance committee, He suggested sustainable options like natural grass or hybrid pitches, considering the cost and maintenance. The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, agrees, emphasizing the need for Sports Ministry involvement in astro turf contracts to ensure standard requirements are met.

*MINORITY LAMENTS GOVERNMENT'S ABANDONMENT OF RAILWAY PROJECTS* The Minority in Parliament has expressed deep concern over the government's apparent lack of commitment to the railway development sector, citing abandoned projects and meager budget allocations. Hon Kennedy Osei Nyarko, Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru and Ranking Member on Roads and Transport Committee, revealed that despite a significant investment of over $1.1 billion in the sector between 2017 and 2024, several key railway projects have been abandoned. Notable among them are the Tema-Empakanan railway line, which is 99% complete but non-operational, and the Kojo Chrome-Mansu railway line, which is 95% complete with no visible continuation. The Manso-Honi Valley section of the Western railway line has also been left idle. Hon Osei Nyarko questioned the government's commitment to railway development, pointing out that no budgetary allocation was made for the sector in 2025, and only $73 million has been alloca

Minority on Roads and Transport Committee Calls for Transparency in Infrastructure Financing The Minority members on Parliament’s Roads and Transport Committee have called on the government to ensure greater transparency and accountability in the financing and execution of road and transport projects across the country. Addressing a press conference, the Ranking Member on the Committee and Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru, Hon. Kennedy Osei Nyarko, stated that the concerns raised by the Minority are not politically motivated but are driven by the need to promote transparency, fiscal discipline, project continuity, and policy credibility in the sector. He emphasized that infrastructure development remains a key driver of economic growth and job creation, and therefore requires a well-coordinated and strategic approach. According to him, sustainable infrastructure development must be anchored on three key pillars: long-term planning, stable financing, and consistent implementat

MINORITY SLAMS GOVERNMENT OVER ABANDONED BOANKRA INLAND PORT PROJECT The Minority in Parliament has accused the government of abandoning the Boankra Inland Port project, a move they claim is driven by partisan and regional considerations rather than national interest. Addressing a press conference, Hon Kennedy Osei Nyarko, Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru and Ranking Member on Roads and Transport Committee, questioned why a project with immense potential for job creation, trade facilitation, and regional integration was being allowed to stagnate. "If decisions are being influenced by the perception that the project primarily benefits the Ashanti region, then that's a fundamentally flawed approach," he said. "National infrastructure must be viewed through the lens of collective benefits, not partisan or regional considerations." Hon Osei Nyarko alleged that the government's claim of investigating the project is a mere excuse, pointing out that there is little evidence of any inv

"Zongo Communities Are Also Ghanaians, Let's Change The Wrong Perception" - Baba Jamal The newly elected member of parliament for Ayawaso East, Alhaji Baba Jamal has mentioned that, people from our Zongo communities are also Ghanaians as they face challenges in participating in national and individual registrations because of their names. Speaking to the press after the Eid prayers with his community, he cleared the notion that zongos are also Ghanaians. He made it clear that, they are not foreigners and that, the best product and commodities come from the zongo. According to him, it is the law that abides all of us as Ghanaians so the wrong perception should be changed. He cited an example that if a foreigner comes to Ghana and passes through the legal procedures to be a citizen, that person is seen as a Ghanaian. He showed gratitude to his people and urged the youth to be responsible in engaging in any activity during this festivity.

MP Ewurabena Aubynn Urges Muslim Youth to Celebrate Eid Responsibly. The Member of parliament for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn has emphasized the spiritual significance of Eid and Ramadan, and has urged Muslims, especially the youth, to celebrate responsibly. Appreciating the peace and unity in her constituency, she called for caution during the festivities. Addressing the press, she mentioned some key people like honorable MC Musa Adamu Kalamu and the Ajianada of Dakuman West Electoral Area, Abu, and all the Zongo chiefs and imams. Madam Aubynn vibe with gratitude for the Muslim family's support. " Salamu alaikum, happy Eid to you too, and may the spirit of the celebration bring you joy and peace "

MP Ewurabena Aubynn Urges Muslim Youth to Celebrate Eid Responsibly. The Member of parliament for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn has emphasized the spiritual significance of Eid and Ramadan, and has urged Muslims, especially the youth, to celebrate responsibly. Appreciating the peace and unity in her constituency, she called for caution during the festivities. Addressing the press, she mentioned some key people like honorable MC Musa Adamu Kalamu and the Ajianada of Dakuman West Electoral Area, Abu, and all the Zongo chiefs and imams. Madam Aubynn vibe with gratitude for the Muslim family's support. " Salamu alaikum, happy Eid to you too, and may the spirit of the celebration bring you joy and peace "

Minority Slams PURC Tariff Cut as “Inadequate,” Demands Meter Probe Report and Scrap of GH¢1 Dumsor Levy The Minority Caucus on Parliament’s select Committee on Energy has launched a fierce attack on government’s handling of the energy sector, describing the recent electricity tariff reduction as “grossly inadequate,” demanding immediate publication of the prepaid meter investigation report, and calling for the urgent repeal of the controversial GH¢1 Dumsor Levy amid rising fuel prices. According to the Deputy Ranking on the committee Mr Collins Adomako Mensah said that, the 4.81% electricity tariff reduction announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission fails to reflect real economic conditions and shortchanges consumers who, they argue, have been overbilled for months. Addressing a press conference, Afigya Kwabre North Mp insisted that a minimum 10% reduction would better compensate Ghanaians. Citing what they describe as consistent overestimation of inflation and e