Ghana Post Elections

The  National Democratic Congress has asserted the party's readiness for Assin North by-Eeection. In a recent interview on the Eyewitness News program hosted by Umaru Sanda Amadu on Citi FM, Mustapha Gbande, the party's Deputy National Secretary reaffirmed the party's determination to participate in the upcoming Assin North by-election. Gbande vehemently dismissed allegations suggesting that James Gyakye Quayson had been replaced as the NDC's parliamentary candidate for the constituency. He emphasized that the party intends to field Quayson once again, highlighting his credibility and popularity among the constituents. Mr Gbande criticised the government's alleged attempts to deprive the people of Assin North of their rightful representation in Parliament through judicial maneuvers. He pledged that the NDC would closely monitor the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) for any signs of vote-buying and would promptly report incidents to the police and urge them to take ap...

Parliament has officially declared the Assin North seat vacant, according to a letter addressed to the Electoral Commission (EC) from the Clerk of Parliament, Cyril Kwabena Oteng Nsiah on Monday, May 29, as confirmed by sources from MyJoyOnline.com. The decision to declare the seat vacant was based on the recent ruling and directives issued by the Supreme Court. The apex court had instructed Parliament to remove James Gyakye Quayson's name from its records. The court concluded that Quayson, who had failed to renounce his Canadian citizenship at the time of filing his nomination forms for the parliamentary elections, was ineligible to hold the Assin North seat. Justice Jones Dotse, the presiding judge, delivered the verdict on Wednesday, May 17, after a case was filed by Michael Ankomah Nimfah, a resident of the constituency. Nimfah argued that Quayson's nomination violated Article 94(2)(a) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which stipulates that individuals cannot serve as memb...

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced the opening of nominations for its highly anticipated flagbearership race for the upcoming 2024 general elections. Starting today, Friday, May 26, 2023, nominations will officially open, marking a pivotal moment in the party's quest to select its candidate for the presidential election. In an official press statement, the NPP outlined the necessary steps for interested individuals to participate in the race. The party said nomination forms will be available at the office of the General Secretary, located at the Party Headquarters in Asylum Down between 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, from Monday to Friday. The nomination process will conclude on June 26, providing a sufficient window for potential candidates to submit their forms and join the race. The decision to open nominations for the flagbearership race was reached during the NPP's recent National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Council meetings held on April 3, 2023. To demonstrate ...

Justice Gertrude Torkonoo is set to undergo a rigorous vetting process in Parliament today, marking a significant step in her journey towards assuming the role of Chief Justice. The nomination, put forth by President Akufo-Addo in April, comes as a replacement for the recently retired Chief Justice Kwasi Anin Yeboah. President Akufo-Addo wasted no time in informing Parliament of his decision, emphasizing the urgency of approving the nominee swiftly. The President's rationale behind expediting the process lies in the desire to prevent any potential void left by the retirement of Chief Justice Kwasi Anin Yeboah. As per the nomination, Justice Mrs. Torkonoo will face a thorough examination by Parliament to determine her suitability for the esteemed position. Parliament will then proceed to either approve or reject her nomination, shaping the course of justice in Ghana. If approved, Justice Mrs. Torkonoo will etch her name in history as the third female Chief Justice in Ghana, joining ...

The Office of the Special Prosecutor has invited the National Democratic Congress (NDC) MP aspirant for Ejura Sekyeredumase ,  Juliana Kinang Wassan ,  over a suspected case of corruption. The MP aspirant who lost to the incumbent MP Muhammad Bawah Braimah  was  seen in a viral video standing in a car showering cash on the people who flung her at the Ahmadiya School Park where voting was ongoing. Eye witness reports , there was a mad rush for the money which ranges from GH¢10 notes to GH¢100 notes. According to  Juliana Wassan ,  she realised she had the money in her car and decided to show love to her fellow NDC members by sharing the cash. This caught the attention of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyabeng. In a letter, the OSP said it has commenced an investigation into suspected corruption in respect of her action. “The OSP considers you as a person necessary for investigation. You are directed to attend the Office of the Special Prosecutor at 6 Haile Selass...

Flagbearer  hopeful  for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Kojo Bonsu  has expressed worry    about some anomalies which he says exist in the party’s voter register. According to him, these suspected infractions have the propensity to affect the primaries set for Saturday, May 13, 2023. Mr. Bonsu’s  concerns come in the wake of a writ filed at an Accra High Court by Dr Kwabena Duffour indicating that the party failed to provide the required photo album register five weeks ahead of the elections as stated in the party’s rules. The former Finance Minister  who is also contesting in the presidential primaries  asked the party to postpone its upcoming presidential and parliamentary primaries scheduled for Saturday, May 13.  Mr Bonsu shared this sentiment  i n an interview on Kumasi-based OTEC FM . In his view, t his will provide ample time  for the party to  fix the problem in the party’s electoral roll. “They have to postpone...