Also known as: Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror · Rev. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror · Rev. Djietror · Mr. Djietror · Clerk to Parliament Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror
… In a statement issued on Tuesday, Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, said the House was formally notified of the development and is “currently engaging Ghana’s diplomatic mission in The Hague for further details.” Speaker of Parliament and the House leadership are in …
… In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership. …
… A statement issued by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, said the matter had been brought to the attention of the House and was currently being addressed by parliamentary leadership. …
… Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies. …
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.