… Speaker and international partners engaged According to the Majority Chief Whip, the Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Alban Bagbin, and the Majority Caucus are “actively seeking the assistance of international partners” to obtain the full particulars of the warrant on which the MP i …
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Alban Bagbin
Also known as: Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin
Speaker of Parliament who backed urgent passage of the Spousal Property Rights Bill to ensure women enjoy equal property rights in marriage.
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- May 2026
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has expressed concern over the denial of property rights to women and backed calls for the urgent passage of the Spousal Property Bill. …
Bagbin worried over women’s property rights, backs urgent passage of Spousal Property BillSpeaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has assured that the House is ready to fast-track the passage of the Property Rights of Spouses Bill to ensure fairness and accountability in the sharing of property acquired during marriage. …
Parliament ready to pass Property Rights of Spouses Bill under urgency – Speaker… Responding to the petition, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, assured FIDA Ghana that Parliament is ready to pass the legislation, even under a certificate of urgency, to ensure fairness and accountability in the sharing of property acquired during marriage. …
FIDA Ghana petitions Parliament to fast-track Property Rights of Spouses Bill… The announcement, released by the Office of the Speaker and signed by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, on Monday, May 4, stated that the sitting is scheduled to begin on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. …
Parliament set to reconvene on May 21… Mahamudu Bawumia, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, for their varied contributions to national security and socio-economic advancement. …
Asantehene honours Angela List… Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo, former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the IGP, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, for their varied contributions to national security and socio-economic advancement. …
Asantehene honours outstanding Ghanaian female entrepreneur Angela List… Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo, former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, for their varied contributions to national security and socio-economic advancement. …
Asantehene honours Angela List- April 2026
… The other honourees included the leader of The New Force, Kwame Bediako; Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey; CEO of KGL Group, Alex Appau Dadey; Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin; and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno. …
Otumfuo honours national leaders to mark 27th anniversary of enstoolment… Other honourees included former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Nana Kwame Bediako, leader of The New Force, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Alex Apau Dadey, Speaker Alban Bagbin, and Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno. …
Asantehene honours Prophet Uche with gold coin at 27th anniversary gala
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US DOJ declines comment on Asante Akim North MP detention
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The United States Department of Justice has declined to comment on the detention of Asante Akim North MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, in response to JoyNews Research inquiries about potential charges, the prosecuting office, or extradition plans. Ghana's Majority Caucus is reportedly mounting legal and diplomatic efforts to prevent his extradition.
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US DOJ declines comment on Asante Akim North MP detention
The United States Department of Justice has declined to comment on the detention of Asante Akim North MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, in response to JoyNews Research inquiries about potential charges, the prosecuting office, or extradition plans. Ghana's Majority Caucus is reportedly mounting legal and diplomatic efforts to prevent his extradition.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Monday 11 May
Speaker backs urgent passage of Spousal Property Bill
Parliament Speaker Alban Bagbin has expressed concern over the denial of property rights to women and backed urgent passage of the Spousal Property Bill, saying women must enjoy equal rights as spouses in marriage. The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) petitioned him following an Accra High Court ruling on property distribution that has exposed the absence of clear legal protections for spouses when marriages end.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 8 May
Parliament ready to fast-track Property Rights of Spouses Bill
Speaker Alban Bagbin has assured Parliament is prepared to pass the Property Rights of Spouses Bill under urgency to address property disputes and hardships faced by women and children following marriage dissolution, though he stressed that implementation and enforcement remain crucial to the law's effectiveness.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
FIDA Ghana urges Parliament to pass spouse property rights law
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Ghana has petitioned Parliament to fast-track passage of the Property Rights of Spouses Bill, citing decades of delay that leave women and children vulnerable after marriage breakdown. FIDA notes that Article 22 of the 1992 Constitution mandates such legislation, yet more than 33 years later Ghana lacks the comprehensive law.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 4 May
Parliament to reconvene May 21 for Second Meeting
Parliament will resume sitting on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Parliament House in Accra, marking the start of the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament. The session is expected to enable Parliament to proceed with discussions on national legislation and other issues of public interest.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Asantehene honours mining entrepreneur Angela List
The CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, Angela List, was honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment, receiving a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures for contributions to national security and socio-economic advancement.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Asantehene honours mining entrepreneur Angela List with gold coin
The CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, Angela List, was honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment, receiving a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures. List dedicated the award to her more than 3,000 workers across mining companies operating in Ghana, Niger, Mali and Liberia.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Asantehene honours mining CEO Angela List at enstoolment ceremony
Angela List, CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, has been honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment. She received a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures for contributions to socio-economic advancement.
4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Monday 27 April
Asantehene honours national leaders on 27th enstoolment anniversary
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marked the 27th anniversary of his enstoolment on the Golden Stool by honouring national leaders and prominent figures for their contributions to peace and stability. President John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo were among awardees presented with commemorative gold coins for their roles in peacebuilding and national development.
27 April 2026 · The Chronicle →
Sunday 26 April
Asantehene honours Prophet Uche at 27th anniversary gala
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, presented Prophet Eric Uche Boahen, founder of Reign House Chapel, with a commemorative gold coin at a World Meets in Ghana Executive Gala held at Manhyia Palace on April 24, 2026, recognising his contributions to spiritual development, youth empowerment, and community transformation. The event celebrated the monarch's 27th anniversary on the throne and brought together political, traditional, religious, and business figures.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →