… Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Chairman Wontumi urged party delegates to base their decision on commitment and competence rather than any other consideration. …
… Chairman Wontumi said his ambition to lead the NPP is driven by a desire to rebuild the party and restore it to government following its defeat in the 2024 elections. “I don’t mind losing everything for the NPP to win Election 2028,” he declared in an interview on Asempa FM’s Eko …
… Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen programme on Monday, June 8, Chairman Wontumi stated that the NPP’s central objective is to return to government following the loss in the 2024 elections, insisting that internal efforts should be directed towards winning elections rather than de …
… Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen on Monday, June 8, Chairman Wontumi insisted that his political journey, marked by both criticism and adversity, has shaped him into a stronger and more determined leader capable of steering the NPP towards reclaiming power. …
… Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Monday, June 8, the National Chairman hopeful dismissed suggestions questioning his commitment to the party, insisting that his long-standing service and nationwide political engagement demonstrate unwavering loyalty. …
… Speaking on Asempa FM’s political talk programme, Ekosiisen, on Monday, June 8, the NPP national chairman hopeful maintained that he is a law-abiding citizen who always honours court summons when required. …
… Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, she questioned why severe flooding appears to recur around the same period, drawing parallels with the devastating June 3, 2015 disaster. …
The annual Asempa FM UCL Fun Day came alive at T-Havana in Tema on Saturday, May 30, 2026, as hundreds of football fans gathered to watch the UEFA Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal. …
… The silent battle According to recent interviews, including his emotional appearance on Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen, Kojo Adu-Asare revealed that he was diagnosed with kidney failure in January 2020. …
Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi disclosed that over 4,000 firearms have been surrendered under the government's Gun Amnesty Programme, with about 2,000 to be destroyed. The remaining firearms will be retained for owners seeking to regularise their ownership through legal processes, as part of efforts to reduce illegal weapons proliferation.
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Ghana destroys 2,000 firearms from amnesty program, addressing illegal weapons proliferation as part of broader public safety effort.
Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi disclosed that over 4,000 firearms have been surrendered under the government's Gun Amnesty Programme, with about 2,000 to be destroyed. The remaining firearms will be retained for owners seeking to regularise their ownership through legal processes, as part of efforts to reduce illegal weapons proliferation.
Former Ghana international Odartey Lamptey has said he would not be surprised if the Black Stars lose to England in their Group L World Cup match, citing England's superior quality, depth and experience under coach Thomas Tuchel, though he maintains his support for a Ghana victory.
Dennis Miracles Aboagye of the People's Forum has expressed concern over the perceived closeness between Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie and officials of the NDC government, citing prosecutions of political opponents and public perceptions about state institutions as evidence of threats to judicial independence.
A spokesperson for former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has defended his recent comments about the NPP, saying they were intended as constructive criticism to promote introspection and reconciliation rather than divide the party. He urged the NPP to use the ongoing debate as an opportunity to strengthen internal unity ahead of the 2028 elections.
Patients at 37 Military Hospital in Accra can now access free MRI scans through a new diagnostic partnership with HealthTech Ghana Limited. Patients must present a doctor's request form; scanning times range from about 30 minutes to an hour depending on the area examined, with appointments scheduled according to demand.
Andy Appiah-Kubi, counsel for Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has advocated live broadcasting of high-profile criminal trials to enhance transparency and public confidence in the justice system. He argued that greater public scrutiny of court proceedings would help address concerns about fairness and accountability.
Andy Appiah-Kubi, counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), has withdrawn from one of the high-profile criminal cases involving his client pending before the High Court in Accra. The lawyer cited various concerns surrounding the judicial proceedings, including questions about fairness and the court's insistence on his personal appearance despite prior notification of scheduling conflicts.
European super-agent Goran Milovanovic told Asempa FM he believes Ghana will not advance beyond the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing insufficient time for coach Carlos Queiroz to implement his ideas and predicting draws or losses against Panama, England, and Croatia.
Former Deputy Attorney-General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has cautioned that Sedina Tamakloe's extradition to Ghana should not be taken as a precedent for the automatic extradition of other high-profile individuals sought by Ghanaian authorities, noting that extradition proceedings are determined case-by-case based on specific facts, evidence, and legal circumstances.
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, an aspiring National Chairman of the NPP, has dismissed criticism about his English proficiency, arguing that leadership is about service and results rather than language fluency. He says his 20 years of experience in the party is his strongest qualification for the position and that he is focused on helping the NPP regain power in 2028.
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), current Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition NPP, is running for National Chairman. He argues his record of service and progression through party ranks—from constituency to regional leadership—makes him qualified, and claims he would be the first from the Ashanti Region to reach the national position.
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, an aspiring National Chairman of the opposition NPP, says he is prepared to make any sacrifice to help the party regain power in 2028, citing his track record as Ashanti Regional Chairman and emphasis on delivering results over rhetoric.
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), aspiring National Chairman of the NPP, says his commitment and campaigning ability make him the right candidate to unify the party ahead of the 2028 elections, pledging an inclusive and consultative leadership style.
NPP chairmanship aspirant Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has stated that his priority is helping the party regain power following the 2024 electoral loss, not personal academic qualifications or English language proficiency. He emphasised that leadership should be judged on electoral success and organisational strength rather than linguistic ability.
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi), an aspirant for NPP National Chairman, says challenges in his political career have strengthened him to lead the party back to electoral victory. He stressed that the party should focus on regaining power rather than academic qualifications or language proficiency.
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, an aspirant for the NPP national chairmanship, dismissed questions about his commitment to the party, citing his long service and tours across all 16 regions as evidence of his loyalty and readiness to lead.
NPP national chairman aspirant Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) argued that ongoing or past court cases should not bar individuals from contesting political office, stating that legal challenges are normal in public life and that he presents himself to court when required.
Nana Yaa Jantuah has called for a comprehensive investigation into recurring flooding incidents around June 3, including physical, policy, social, and spiritual dimensions. She stressed that the recurring nature of the phenomenon warrants deeper examination, noting that common causes include choked drains, poor waste disposal, and construction on waterways.
Hundreds of football fans gathered at T-Havana in Tema on Saturday to watch the UEFA Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal via the Asempa FM UCL Fun Day. PSG defeated Arsenal on penalties after the match ended 1–1, prompting wild celebrations from PSG supporters at the venue.
Former Adentan Member of Parliament Kojo Adu-Asare, diagnosed with kidney failure in January 2020, underwent dialysis three times weekly for six years before receiving a successful kidney transplant. His journey has become a story of faith, resilience, and human kindness across political divides.
National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has defended the party's decision to replace Haruna Iddrisu and Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka as Minority Leader and Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament ahead of the 2024 general elections, describing the move as a strategic political decision rather than a personal action aimed at sidelining the two senior figures.
Managing Editor James Kwabena Bomfeh has criticised the handling of the case involving Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), calling the remand an abuse of judicial discretionary power. He argued that the state's criminal prosecution response was excessive, questioned whether it amounts to an indirect revival of repealed criminal libel laws, and challenged whether pre-conviction punishment was justified.
Former MP Andrew Egyapa Mercer has criticised the arrest and prosecution of Abronye, saying there is no legal basis for the charges and alleging the government is clamping down on free speech and suppressing dissenting opinions. Mercer said the NPP petitioned the diplomatic community to draw international attention to what it describes as the criminalisation of free speech in Ghana.
Effia MP Isaac Boamah-Nyarko has accused the government of failing to adequately fund ministries and state agencies, stating that several public institutions are unable to operate effectively due to delayed or unreleased funds and slow approval processes at the Finance Ministry.
Government Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu has accused the Ghana Bar Association of political bias and hypocrisy, claiming the NDC has suffered greater judicial hostility than any other party while the NPP has benefited from favourable judicial outcomes since 2001.
Kojo Adu-Asare, former Adentan MP, has publicly thanked Kwadwo Twum Boafo (CEO of the Financial Intelligence Centre), Julius Debrah (Chief of Staff), Ato Forson and Mohammed Amin Adam (current and former Finance Ministers), and others for their support during his six-year battle with kidney failure and transplant.
Kojo Adu Asare, a former NDC Member of Parliament, has cautioned government appointees and chief executives against arrogance and disrespect to party seniors, warning that some younger officials who have risen to prominence have become inaccessible and forgotten their roots. He expressed concern that internal friction is brewing within the party due to the conduct of some officials he describes as "wicked" and untouchable.
Former MP for Adentan Kojo Adu Asare revealed his six-year struggle with end-stage renal disease and dialysis, disclosing that a single session costs GH₵650 and he requires three sessions weekly, totalling approximately GH₵1,950 per week, alongside expensive medications and medical tests.
Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye has criticized the detention of NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe Abronye, describing it as an affront to free speech and democratic tolerance. He argues that while he disapproves of Abronye's communication style, democratic societies must accommodate differing opinions, and suggests the matter could have been pursued through defamation rather than criminal detention.
Nana Yaa Jantuah, former General Secretary of the Convention People's Party, criticized former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia for condemning alleged NPP harassment and arrests, claiming Bawumia ignored her appeals when she was allegedly arrested by the BNI during his tenure as Vice President. She also accused NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Boffour Abronye of making offensive public remarks about her.