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Fourth Republic

Also known as: Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic · Second Meeting

2026-04-282026-06-24
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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    Parliament resumes sitting today, Thursday, May 21, marking the beginning of the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic. …

    Parliament reconvenes today

  3. Joy Online

    … Since the restoration of constitutional governance under Ghana’s Fourth Republic in 1992, successive governments under both the NDC and the NPP administrations have undertaken numerous major decongestion and demolition exercises, particularly in Accra and other rapidly urbanizing …

    Lawlessness exalts a nation, and demolishing buildings is a reproach to any nation

  4. Joy Online

    … He also served as a Member of the Council of State in the Fourth Republic.

    Council of State eulogises Nana Akuoko Sarpong, pledges support for funeral rites
  5. April 2026

  6. The Ghanaian Times

    … The most defining phase of its development came with the establishment of the Fourth Republic under the 1992 Constitution of Ghana. …

    Supreme Court at 150: Legacy, reforms and future outlook

  7. Business & Financial Times

    … Could this be linked to the appointment of MMDCEs, a system that has been in place since the Fourth Republic? …

    Decentralization: Are MMDAs delivering
Politics

Akuffo's Council of State resignation sat unconfirmed for nine months

The News

Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo resigned from Ghana's Council of State in September 2025, but President Mahama did not confirm acceptance until June 2026, raising constitutional questions about the delay. Her resignation followed an August 2025 Council vote on removing Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, in which Akuffo abstained as the sole dissenting voice.

Why it matters

Constitutional delay in confirming former Chief Justice Akuffo's Council of State resignation after nine months raises governance accountability questions.

23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Yesterday

  1. Akuffo's Council of State resignation sat unconfirmed for nine months

    Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo resigned from Ghana's Council of State in September 2025, but President Mahama did not confirm acceptance until June 2026, raising constitutional questions about the delay. Her resignation followed an August 2025 Council vote on removing Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, in which Akuffo abstained as the sole dissenting voice.

    23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 22 June

  1. Togbe Afede calls for stronger fight against corruption

    The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State warned that corrupt practices undermine Ghana's development, describing corrupt citizens as "termites" weakening the nation's foundations and urging Ghanaians to uphold integrity and accountability in public and private life.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NDC renames headquarters after founder Jerry John Rawlings

    The National Democratic Congress has officially renamed its national headquarters the "Jerry John Rawlings House" to honour its founder and former President. The ceremony took place on June 22, 2026, with President John Dramani Mahama unveiling a commemorative plaque and bust of the late statesman.

    22 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Lawyer proposes travel ban for departing government appointees

    Ghanaian lawyer Kofi Bentil has proposed that government appointees should be prevented from travelling outside the country at the end of a regime until they have fully accounted for their stewardship in office, citing a need to address accountability gaps and prevent officials from leaving before investigations and asset recovery can take place.

    22 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 19 June

  1. Language barriers exclude majority from Ghana's democratic institutions

    A University of Ghana academic has warned that Ghana's reliance on English in governance, courts, and civic education excludes the majority of citizens from democratic participation, creating uneven access to rights despite the country's reputation as Africa's most stable democracy.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 18 June

  1. NDC to rename headquarters after Rawlings on 79th birthday

    The National Democratic Congress will hold commemorative activities on June 22, 2026, to mark what would have been founder and former President Jerry John Rawlings' 79th birthday, including renaming the party's national headquarters after him and unveiling a bust in his honour at a ceremony led by President John Dramani Mahama.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Mandari residents protest NDC over 34 years of alleged neglect

    Youth in Mandari, Bole District, demonstrated against the ruling NDC, claiming they have voted for the party for 34 years but received no development. Residents called for jobs, secondary schools, and upgraded healthcare facilities.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Women hold 14.9% of Ghana's 276 parliamentary seats

    An opinion essay examines the gap between women's entry into politics and their advancement to leadership positions. Women hold only 14.9% of parliamentary seats and around 4.1% in local assemblies, ranking Ghana 147th globally for women's parliamentary representation, behind Rwanda, Senegal, and Namibia.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 30 May

  1. Opinion: Afenyo-Markin praised as loyal political force

    An opinion piece describes Minority Leader Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin as a rare political figure whose influence extends beyond his parliamentary title, emphasizing his loyalty to allies and supporters through difficult moments.

    30 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Media role vital for Ghana decentralisation policy success

    The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation said effective communication, civic education, and public engagement are crucial to ensuring citizens understand and participate in the implementation of decentralisation policies. He made the remarks at a media sensitisation workshop in Accra attended by journalists, bloggers, and broadcasting hosts.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Parliament reconvenes for Second Meeting of Ninth Parliament

    Parliament resumes sitting on 21 May, marking the start of the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic. Lawmakers are expected to deliberate on major bills and policy reforms across transport, energy, justice, security, and governance.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Sakumono demolitions expose institutional failures and human cost

    An opinion piece criticizes recent demolition exercises at the Sakumono Ramsar site and elsewhere, arguing that buildings were permitted, taxed, and tolerated for years before being declared illegal structures, exposing years of institutional failure and greed.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Council of State eulogises Agogo chief, pledges funeral support

    The Council of State eulogised the late Omanhene of Agogo, Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong, as "a pillar" in Ghana's political and traditional leadership and pledged support for his funeral rites scheduled for June 4, 2026, following his 51-year reign.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Ghana's Supreme Court marks 150 years of legal service

    Ghana's Supreme Court is marking its 150th anniversary, tracing its origins to 1876 when it was established under the Supreme Court Ordinance during the colonial era. The milestone has renewed calls for reforms to strengthen the court's role in upholding the rule of law and democratic governance.

    29 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Are Ghana's MMDAs delivering on local development promises?

    An opinion piece argues that Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), as constitutionally mandated drivers of local development, often escape accountability when development stalls, while Members of Parliament bear disproportionate pressure from campaign promises, exposing gaps between public expectations and the reality of Ghana's decentralization system.

    28 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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