… Dramani also touched on “daughter of a murderer” comments made by a sitting MP concerning the daughter of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, describing the remarks as inappropriate. …
One-year delay on privileges committee cases embarrassing to Parliament – Dr DramanGhana Minute.
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- May 2026
… Kwetey also paid tribute to the founder of the NDC and former President, Jerry John Rawlings, describing him as a patriotic leader whose commitment to probity, accountability and democratic governance continues to inspire generations within and outside the party. …
NDC to hold public lectures, commemorative events to mark June 4… Former Ghanaian President Jerry John Rawlings served as Chancellor during the institution’s formative years. …
CDSU marks milestones in Global Diplomatic Education and Institutional Evolution… He said May 15 was significant in Ghana’s political history because it marked the failed uprising led by former President Jerry John Rawlings in 1979, which later culminated in the June 4 Uprising. …
NDC begins ‘Party Month’, urges members to embrace patriotism… The statement also referenced Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, founder of the NDC tradition, who was court-martialled and imprisoned in May 1979 following an attempted uprising. …
Wontumi’s Campaign condemns Presidential Staffer’s remarks over comments on ongoing court case… The statement also referenced Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, founder of the NDC tradition, who was court-martialled and imprisoned in May 1979 following an attempted uprising. …
Wontumi’s campaign team condemns presidential staffer’s remarks over ongoing court case… the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Agriculture Committee and Member of Parliament for Offinso South Constituency, Isaac Yaw Opoku, said the Minority solidarised with the farmers, describing the situation as unprecedented in the country’s history. “Nananom, from President Rawlings …
Our Wives Are Divorcing Us – Cocoa Farmers At Ajumako Cry Out… Hamid also reflected on his long political history within the NPP, stating that he has sacrificed greatly for the party since 1992 during the era of the former Provisional National Defence Council military government led by former President Jerry John Rawlings. …
“I won’t be derailed” — Mustapha Hamid responds to attacks on his NPP Vice Chair bid… He recalled also playing a role in hosting Ghanaian leaders who visited the United States during that period, including former Presidents Jerry John Rawlings and John Agyekum Kufuor. …
An encounter with Nana Addo brought me back to Ghana – Dr Osei Adutwum reveals- April 2026
… He referenced earlier projects such as the Akplewo–Torkor sea defence undertaken during his presidency, as well as the historic Keta Sea Defence Project initiated under the administration of Jerry John Rawlings. …
Mahama inspects renewed protection efforts at Fuveme and Blekusu to block tidal waves
Politics
Parliament's year-long delays on Privileges Committee cases embarrassing
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Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director of the African Center for Parliamentary Affairs, has criticized Parliament for delays exceeding a year in resolving matters referred to the Privileges Committee, including chaos at the Appointments Committee and cases involving individual lawmakers, saying the slow pace undermines public confidence and suggesting Parliament establish a dedicated office to monitor and follow up on disciplinary matters.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Yesterday
Parliament's year-long delays on Privileges Committee cases embarrassing
Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director of the African Center for Parliamentary Affairs, has criticized Parliament for delays exceeding a year in resolving matters referred to the Privileges Committee, including chaos at the Appointments Committee and cases involving individual lawmakers, saying the slow pace undermines public confidence and suggesting Parliament establish a dedicated office to monitor and follow up on disciplinary matters.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
NDC plans lectures, events for June 4 commemoration
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) will hold public lectures and commemorative events nationwide to mark the June 4, 2026 edition of its annual "NDC Month," with the theme "Strengthening State Institutions: Lessons from the June 4, 1979 Uprising." The NDC General Secretary said the commemoration reflects on accountability, discipline, integrity, and social justice in governance.
20 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Tuesday 19 May
CDSU marks milestones in diplomatic education institutional growth
The Consular & Diplomatic Service University, founded in 2015, has reflected on more than a decade of development in diplomatic education, leadership training, and international academic cooperation, with its growth shaped by successive leadership transitions and foundational partnerships with Ghanaian institutions.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunday 17 May
NDC launches month-long observance of June 4 Uprising
The National Democratic Congress launched "NDC Month" (May 15–June 22) to mark the June 4 Uprising, featuring lectures, commemorative ceremonies and educational activities across Ghana, culminating in the Bono Region. The General Secretary said the observance provides an opportunity to reflect on and recommit to the party's founding ideals of patriotism, sacrifice, accountability and selflessness.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Saturday 16 May
Wontumi campaign rejects presidential staffer's criticism of court cases
The Communication Directorate of the Wontumi Campaign has criticised remarks allegedly made by presidential staffer Rosemond Obeng suggesting that no serious political party would allow someone with active court cases to contest for chairmanship. The campaign's response cited historical examples including Kwame Nkrumah and Jerry John Rawlings to argue that legal challenges do not disqualify leaders from public office.
16 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wontumi campaign rejects staffer's criticism of chairman's court cases
The Wontumi Campaign has condemned remarks by presidential staffer Rosemond Obeng suggesting that no serious party would allow someone with active court cases to contest for chairmanship. The campaign argues that legal challenges do not disqualify leaders from public office, citing historical examples including Ghana's first President Kwame Nkrumah and Jerry John Rawlings.
16 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 13 May
Cocoa farmers in Ajumako face financial hardship, marital breakdown
Cocoa farmers in the Ajumako Enyan Essiam District have appealed to Parliament's Minority to intervene following a reduction in the cocoa farmgate price, which has created severe financial hardships and affected their ability to support families and pay for children's education. Some farmers report divorces due to their inability to provide, and unpaid payments for cocoa supplied to purchasing clerks.
13 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Monday 11 May
Mustapha Hamid defends NPP vice-chair bid amid criticism
Former National Petroleum Authority CEO Mustapha Abdul Hamid has responded to attacks since declaring his candidacy for National Vice Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, saying the criticism shows he is "the man to beat" and strengthens his resolve to continue his campaign.
11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Friday 8 May
Former Education Minister recounts Akufo-Addo meeting that brought him home
Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, MP for Bosomtwe and former Education Minister, has recounted how an encounter with former President Nana Akufo-Addo in the United States, where Adutwum was building schools and leading Ghanaian community organizations, led to his decision to return to Ghana to help transform the education system.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
Mahama inspects coastal defence projects in Fuveme and Blekusu
President Mahama visited coastal communities in Fuveme and Blekusu affected by recent tidal waves to inspect sea defence efforts. The affected areas are part of the World Bank-supported WACA project, valued at approximately $150 million, which aims to address coastal erosion and flooding across Ghana's eastern coastline including Ketu South and Anloga.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 27 April
Friends donate food items to Kumasi Children's Home for Chief of Staff's birthday
Friends of Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff, have donated food items and assorted beverages to inmates of the Kumasi Children's Home to mark his 60th birthday. According to the regional coordinator, the gesture is meant to highlight Mr. Debrah's good works and kind-hearted nature.
27 April 2026 · The Chronicle →