PARLIAMENT PASSES THE GHANA DEPOSIT PROTECTION (AMENDMENT) BILL 2025. Parliament of Ghana has today 18th March 2026 has passed the Ghana Deposit Protection (Amendment)bill 2025. The bill was presented and read for the first time in parliament on Thursday, 3rd July, 2025 by the Hon Minister responsible for roads and highways Mr Kwame Govern Agbodza on behalf of the Hon Minister responsible for finance pursuant to Article 106 (1) of the 1992 constitution. The objective of the bill is to amend the Ghana Deposit Protection Bill Act, 2016 (Act 931) to enable the Ghana Deposit Protection Corporation to be a better achievement of protecting depositors from loss as a result of the occurrence of an insured event. In an observation and recommendation report from the finance committee, they are of the view that, it is necessary to amend the Act to provide a specific mode of exercising the power of the board to review coverage limits. They also noted the bill aims to address the appa

Afenyo-Markin Tells Tescon Executives To Take Ownership Of Party Ideology On Campuses. The Minority Leader in parliament, Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin has strongly told some Tescon executives to ask Tescon students to take ownership and spread the party's ideology on campuses. Addressing them today in parliament, Osahen emphasized the importance of students and grassroots mobilization in re-strategizing the party. He highlighted that, the party's inclusive nature and emphasizing that everyone has a role to play regardless of their background or community size. He noted that the focus is on hardwork, loyalty and commitment to the party's course. The MP for Effutu shared a cautionary tale about the dangers of division and ego within the party ranks, especially in opposition. The story he told about the University of Education Winneba Tescon executives highlighted how personal differences can impact the bigger picture. He mentioned some key points about the NDC's s

GHANAIAN STUDENTS FACE DEPORTATION OVER UNPAID TUITION FEES BY SCHOLARSHIP SECRETARIAT. Some Ghanaian Students from the 2024 to 2026 in the university of Birmingham in the United Kingdom are to face deportation over unpaid tuition fees and expired visas. The Minority in parliament expects the relevant authorities to act swiftly and decisively to resolve the issue. According to the Hon Hajia Fatahiya Abdul Aziz, Ghanaian Students who travelled abroad under the authority of the state now face the very real prospect of being forced to leave the United Kingdom. She explained that, when Ghana sends its citizens abroad under the scholarship program, it carries with it the honour and responsibility and that must not be diminished by administrative neglect or broken promises. She called for protection and asked that, our scholarship programs be preserved. The member of parliament for Savelugu said this incident exposes deeper administrative weakness within the management of the G

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.

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