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Wednesday, 7 October 2026
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Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror

Also known as: Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror · Rev. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror · Rev. Djietror · Mr. Djietror · Clerk to Parliament Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror

2026-05-042026-10-07

In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, also praised Ms. Agrobesa and Mr. …

    UniMAC’s Precious Akos Agrobesa to represent Ghana at Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Australia
  3. Joy Online

    … Bernard Ahiafor, and the Clerk to Parliament, Mr Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror. The event formed part of a two-day programme organised by Parliament to mark the anniversary of Justice Annan’s passing. …

    Parliament holds wreath-laying ceremony in memory of former Speaker Justice D. F. Annan
  4. June 2026
  5. Daily Guide

    … The Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, highlighted the impact of Parliament’s public engagement efforts, revealing that more than 44,000 students across the country had directly benefitted from the Educational Visitors’ Programme since its establishment. …

    Parliament Must Give Youth Greater Voice In Governance – Bagbin
  6. Joy Online

    … Notable among the dignitaries were the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor; the Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George; the Clerk-to-Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror; the Managing Director of GCGL, Ato Afful; the Ed …

    Defend democratic governance – Mahama Ayariga rallies young citizens
  7. Joy Online

    … Mr Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, the Deputy Majority Leader, said, “In this 150-year anniversary, I can assure you that people will put in the necessary effort to welcome you and to enjoy and help you celebrate your anniversary.” Mr Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, the Clerk to Parliament, laud …

    Speaker Bagbin calls for closer Parliament-Judiciary ties as Supreme Court marks 150 years
  8. May 2026
  9. Daily Guide

    … Ahead of the games, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Clerk of the Parliament, in an address emphasised that the essence of the competition is to pick up enthusiasm and encourage an active participation spirit, on which democracy thrives.” He likened democracy to football, where opposing …

    Attram De Visser, Others Shine On Opening Day Of Youth Democracy Cup
  10. Joy Online

    … A statement from the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, indicated that the Rt Hon Speaker and the leadership of Parliament were liaising with Ghana’s diplomatic mission in The Hague to obtain detailed information regarding the incident. …

    Asante Akyem North MP was on private visit to the UK when he was arrested – Dafeamekpor
  11. Joy Online

    … Read also: Parliament confirms detention of Asante Akyem North MP in the Netherlands A statement issued by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, on Tuesday, May 12, noted that the matter had been brought to the attention of the House and was currently being addressed …

    Detained Asante Akyem North MP is in good condition – Dafeamekpor
  12. Joy Online

    … In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament confirmed that it had been informed about the incident involving the Independent MP. …

    Parliament liaising with Ghana Mission in Netherlands over detention of Asante Akyem North MP
  13. The Chronicle

    … A statement issued by the Parliamentary Service and signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, disclosed that the incident had come to the attention of the House and that steps were being taken to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the detention. …

    Asante Akyem North MP detained in Amsterdam
Politics

Builsa North MP assumes Majority Leader role, pledges consensus

The News

James Agalga, the newly appointed Majority Leader in Parliament, has committed to fostering consensus-building between the Majority and Minority Caucuses and to working on the President's reset agenda. He said he would lead with humility, consult colleagues, and make compromises when necessary to enable Parliament to deliver on its legislative mandate.

29 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Builsa North MP assumes Majority Leader role, pledges consensus

    James Agalga, the newly appointed Majority Leader in Parliament, has committed to fostering consensus-building between the Majority and Minority Caucuses and to working on the President's reset agenda. He said he would lead with humility, consult colleagues, and make compromises when necessary to enable Parliament to deliver on its legislative mandate.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Democracy Cup 2026 winner to play in California in May 2027

    The winner of the 2026 Democracy Cup between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak is proposed to travel to Antelope Valley, California, in May 2027 to play an exhibition match as part of the BABA Festival, under a partnership proposal between Ghana's Parliament and the festival organisers.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana Armed Forces pledge support for 2026 Democracy Cup

    The Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant General William Agyapong, pledged the full support of the Ghana Armed Forces for the 2026 Democracy Cup, a tournament between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC scheduled for August 28, 2026, at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. He praised the Speaker of Parliament's initiative as vital for promoting national unity and democratic governance.

    26 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Democracy Cup trophy tour visits Police HQ, NCCE before Kotoko-Hearts match

    The Democracy Cup trophy has visited the National Police Headquarters and the National Commission for Civic Education as part of Parliament's stakeholder engagement ahead of Friday's match between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak in Kumasi. The Inspector General of Police assured Parliament of the Ghana Police Service's full participation and commitment to providing security for the third edition of the Democracy Cup.

    25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. IGP receives Democracy Cup trophy before Friday match

    The Inspector General of Police and Police Management Board received the Democracy Cup trophy from the Speaker of Parliament's delegation ahead of the tournament scheduled for Friday, August 28 at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The IGP praised the Speaker for championing democracy through football and commended the initiative as part of marking 30 years of democracy in Ghana.

    25 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 24 August

  1. Parliament showcases Democracy Cup trophy to military ahead of clash

    A Parliamentary delegation led by the Clerk to Parliament visited the Military High Command on Monday to present the Democracy Cup trophy ahead of Friday's match at Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The trophy tour is part of the build-up to the third edition of the competition, which aims to promote democratic governance through football.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 10 August

  1. Police Ladies win inaugural Women's KGL Democracy Cup

    Police Ladies defeated Army Ladies 1-0 in the maiden Women's KGL Democracy Cup final at McDan Park in La on Friday, August 7, 2026, with Fidus Yakubu scoring the decisive goal before half-time. The event, spearheaded by Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, aims to strengthen the relationship between sport and national institutions while promoting women's football in Ghana.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Speaker calls for permanent Parliament, civil society partnership

    Parliament Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has called for a permanent partnership between Parliament, academia and civil society organisations to strengthen evidence-based lawmaking and improve democratic governance. He said Parliament's legislative and oversight functions would be more effective if informed by independent research, policy analysis and citizens' lived experiences rather than solely official government submissions.

    30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 24 July

  1. ACEPA launches parliamentary caucus to advance children's rights

    The African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs, with support from UNICEF Ghana and Parliament, has launched the Parliamentary Caucus on Children to provide a non-partisan platform for MPs committed to advancing children's rights and ensuring child welfare is reflected in national laws and policies.

    24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 23 July

  1. UniMAC students selected for Commonwealth Youth Parliament Australia

    Two University of Media, Arts and Communication students, Precious Akos Agrobesa and Titus Owusu Darko, have been selected to represent Ghana at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, Australia, from July 26 to 30, 2026, after winning the 2026 Commonwealth Parliamentary Debate Competition.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. UniMAC student selected to represent Ghana at Commonwealth Youth Parliament

    Precious Akos Agrobesa, a University of Media, Arts and Communication student, has been selected to represent Ghana at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, Australia, from July 26 to 30, 2026, after winning the 2026 Commonwealth Parliamentary Debate Competition alongside fellow UniMAC student Titus Owusu Darko.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Parliament honours late former Speaker Justice D. F. Annan

    Parliament held a wreath-laying ceremony at the Osu Cemetery in memory of the late Rt. Hon. Justice Daniel Francis Annan, the first Speaker of Parliament under Ghana's Fourth Republic, who served from 1993 to 2001. The ceremony, led by the First Deputy Speaker and the Clerk to Parliament, concluded a two-day observance that began with statements on the floor by Majority and Minority leadership reflecting on his contributions to Ghana's democratic governance.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Parliament committed to greater youth participation in governance

    Speaker Bagbin, through First Deputy Speaker Ahiafor, stated that Parliament must create meaningful opportunities for young people and underrepresented groups to engage in democratic processes and contribute to national development. The statement was made at the launch of the "Parliament & You" Educational Series, aimed at promoting civic education among children and helping them understand Parliament and governance.

    17 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 15 June

  1. Mahama Ayariga urges youth to defend Parliament and democracy

    Ghana's Majority Leader has called on young people to defend Parliament and other democratic institutions, noting that Parliament is uniquely where different political parties can coexist under the constitution, unlike the Executive which is controlled by a single party. He endorsed a new educational series, "Parliament and You," a partnership between Parliament and Junior Graphic to teach approximately 50,000 children aged 10–17 about parliamentary functions and democratic governance.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

  1. Speaker Bagbin urges closer Parliament-Judiciary collaboration

    Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has called for stronger collaboration between Parliament and the Judiciary to deepen mutual understanding of legislative and judicial processes as Ghana's Supreme Court marks 150 years of existence. He proposed that anniversary activities should extend to regional capitals so citizens feel part of the celebration.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Youth Democracy Cup opens with football matches across four teams

    The first edition of the 2026 Democracy Youth Cup began with multiple matches featuring teams including Attram De Visser Soccer Academy, which won 2-1 and 3-2, and Soccer Engineers, who defeated KITU Stars 4-0. The four-day tournament running from May 12 to May 15 aims to provide a platform for young footballers to showcase talents in front of scouts and coaches.

    14 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Asante Akyem North MP detained in Amsterdam on private UK visit

    The Majority Chief Whip has clarified that MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong was on a private visit to the United Kingdom when he was detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands, correcting earlier reports that he was travelling to the United States.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Detained Asante Akyem North MP in stable condition, says Majority Whip

    The Majority Chief Whip of Parliament says Kwame Ohene Frimpong, detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, is in stable condition and safe. Parliament has been informed he was detained on a warrant issued by the USA, but the warrant's contents remain unknown.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Parliament liaising with Ghana Mission on detained MP

    Parliament says it is working with Ghana's diplomatic mission in the Netherlands following the detention of Kwame Ohene Frimpong, the Independent MP for Asante Akyem North, at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. The Speaker and House leadership are gathering details on the matter, though Parliament has not disclosed the circumstances or whether charges have been filed.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Parliament confirms detention of Asante Akyem North MP in Amsterdam

    Parliament has confirmed the detention of Asante Akyem North MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. The Speaker and parliamentary leadership are in contact with Ghana's diplomatic mission in The Hague to obtain details, though the circumstances of the detention remain unclear.

    12 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. Parliament confirms detention of Asante Akyem North MP

    Parliament has confirmed that Independent MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong is detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The Speaker and House leadership are engaging Ghana's diplomatic mission in The Hague for details; no reason for the detention has been disclosed.

    12 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Parliament confirms Asante Akyem North MP detained in Netherlands

    Parliament confirmed that Member of Parliament Kwame Ohene Frimpong has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, with the Speaker and House leadership in contact with Ghana's Mission in The Hague to gather details. Parliament did not disclose the reasons for the detention.

    12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  4. Parliament confirms Asante Akyem North MP detained in Netherlands

    Parliament confirmed that Kwame Ohene Frimpong, the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. Parliamentary leadership is in contact with Ghana's diplomatic mission in The Hague to obtain information about the incident.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 11 May

  1. Zanetor urges teaching younger South Africans about African liberation support

    Newly elected Pan-African Parliament Vice President Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings said younger South Africans should be reminded of African countries' contributions to South Africa's liberation, noting that Ghana and other African nations provided financial, educational, and logistical support during the struggle.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Dr Zanetor elected Pan-African Parliament Second Vice President

    Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, MP for Korle Klottey, has been elected Second Vice President of the Pan-African Parliament. She returned to Ghana on Thursday to a reception at Accra International Airport, noting the victory marks the first time a woman has held the position and the second time Ghana has held it.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 4 May

  1. Parliament celebrates May Day under "Welcome Home" theme

    Ghana's parliament marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 to celebrate workers' support and contributions to institutional and national development. The 1st Deputy Speaker urged renewed commitment to local languages and traditional clothing as integral parts of daily life and education.

    4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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