[ad_1] The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in 2016, then in opposition promised in their 2016 Manifesto “to protect Ghanaians from inferior quality goods, products, and services, we will facilitate the passage of a Consumer Protection Law.” (Page 31 of the NPP 2016 Manifesto). With almost eight years in government, the Consumer Protection Bill has not…
[ad_1] Parliament adjourned sitting on Monday, July 15, 2024, after only 24 MPs appeared in the House. The Minority had earlier threatened to disrupt Parliamentary business with concerns of a quorum if the majority caucus failed to avail themselves of the business of the house. During proceedings on Monday, the Member of Parliament for Tamale…
[ad_1] President Nana Akufo-Addo sandwiched by Speaker Alban Bagbin (2nd L) and Chief Opare displaying the silverware at stake President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has applauded the Parliament of Ghana for initiating the “Democracy Cup” competition as part of activities marking 30 years of parliamentary democracy in Ghana. “I am excited with this special…
[ad_1] Consumer Protection Organisation, Cuts International has criticised attempts by the government to introduce a legislative instrument to regulate the prices of cement. Appiah Kusi Adomako, the Director for Cuts International (West Africa) told the host of The Big Issue on Channel One TV, Selorm Adonoo that attempts to regulate cement prices will deter investors which can…
[ad_1] Parliament unanimously ratified the Mining Lease granted by the Government to Ghana Bauxite Company to mine bauxite at Awaso in the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region. This followed a joint Parliamentary Committee of Mines and Energy and Lands and Forestry presenting its report to the House on Wednesday, June 26th,…
[ad_1] The government is set to present the Free Senior High School (SHS) Bill to Parliament in the coming days, aimed at regulating the policy and ensuring its sustainability. This move comes amidst concerns of possible cancellation by future governments and challenges faced by the programme. Stakeholders in the educational sector, including EduWatch, have suggested…
[ad_1] Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Deputy Minority Leader and Member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament, has urged the ECOWAS Parliament to champion the cause of a trans-West African railway. This, he believes, will boost regional trade and stimulate economic activities, ultimately alleviating poverty. While addressing the ECOWAS Parliament in Kano-Nigeria…
[ad_1] Parliament to resume sitting on May 17 Featured Graphic Online Politics May – 12 – 2024 , 08:06 The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has issued a summons for Members of Parliament (MPs) to resume their duties on Friday, May 17, 2024. This follows calls from the majority caucus for parliament to reconvene. The…
[ad_1] Alban Bagbin The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has issued a summon for Members of Parliament to reconvene on Friday, May 17, 2024, following persistent calls by the majority for the resumption of parliamentary activities. The decision to summon parliament was based on a letter penned by the Majority Leader, Alexander…
[ad_1] Alban Bagbin Members of the Majority Caucus have triggered a process to demand recall of Parliament after the Speaker adjourned the House sine die on March 20, 2024. Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, told the media yesterday in Parliament that the caucus members had no choice but to assert their right under Article 112(3) of…
