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Tuesday, 28 April 2026
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Tuesday, 28 April 2026
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National Democratic Congress

Also known as: NDC · NDC government · National Democratic Congress (NDC)

National Democratic Congress — ruling party in Ghana with multiple presidential contenders for 2028 primary, including Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Chief of Staff Julius Debrah.

Politics

First Deputy Speaker appointed to IPU Resolution Drafting Committee

The News

Bernard Ahiafor, First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has been appointed to serve on the Resolution Drafting Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union alongside the Speaker of South Africa's National Assembly. The appointment received unanimous endorsement from the African Geopolitical Group of the IPU following nomination by Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin at the 152nd Assembly in Istanbul.

1 hour ago · The Ghanaian Times

Today

  1. First Deputy Speaker appointed to IPU Resolution Drafting Committee

    Bernard Ahiafor, First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has been appointed to serve on the Resolution Drafting Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union alongside the Speaker of South Africa's National Assembly. The appointment received unanimous endorsement from the African Geopolitical Group of the IPU following nomination by Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin at the 152nd Assembly in Istanbul.

    1 hour ago · The Ghanaian Times

  2. NDC infighting in Nalerigu/Gambaga turns violent, one injured

    Tensions within the National Democratic Congress in Nalerigu/Gambaga constituency escalated into violence on Sunday morning when a man was assaulted by about 15 individuals believed to be affiliated with the East Mamprusi Municipal Chief Executive, stemming from a heated exchange on an NDC WhatsApp platform about fertiliser distribution.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Upper West Region districts launch 24-hour economy markets

    Districts across Upper West Region have signed contracts to construct 24-hour economy markets, an NDC government flagship programme. The Regional Minister emphasized adherence to construction schedules and quality standards, warning contractors to use only moulded blocks from certified factories.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Ashanti ECG staff unions demand reversal of manager transfers

    Workers' unions in the Ashanti Region are calling for the reinstatement of two senior ECG managers, arguing their transfers are politically motivated rather than performance-based and contend the decision falls outside Energy Ministry authority. The unions attribute recent power outages to infrastructure challenges rather than sabotage.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online

  3. Ghana risks descending into culture of silence, analyst warns

    Amos Safo argues that Ghana is deviating from democratic rule and faces descent into authoritarianism, citing spate of arrests of opposition supporters and others expressing views on social media. He contends that free speech is being criminalised and Ghana's post-1992 democratic reputation is being dissipated.

    19 hours ago · Business & Financial Times

  4. Youth minister reaffirms government commitment to youth empowerment

    The Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment told a regional conference in Ahafo that the government remains focused on youth empowerment and campaign promises despite inherited structural challenges, urging young people to remain patient as full results would come within the four-year mandate.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online

  5. NDC chairman Asiedu Nketia tours Upper East region

    National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia is beginning a two-day tour of the Upper East region as part of his nationwide Thank You Tour to thank the electorate for returning the NDC to power and render account of the government's stewardship.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online

  6. Boankra dry port project critical to Ghana's economic future

    The Board Chairman of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has described the Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal, a dry port project aimed at bringing cargo services closer to central and northern Ghana, as a game-changer that will ease congestion at coastal ports, reduce transport costs, and support trade within Ghana and neighbouring landlocked countries.

    27 April 2026 · The Chronicle

  7. Interior Minister Muntaka donates items to two Kumasi care homes

    Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak has made a donation to the Kumasi Children's Home and Garden City Special School, providing items including rice, cooking oil, mackerel, and tomato paste to support vulnerable children in the care facilities.

    27 April 2026 · The Chronicle

  8. 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

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