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Freddie Blay Criticizes NDC’s Push for More Seats Despite Majority.

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman, Freddie Blay, has expressed surprise at the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for pursuing additional parliamentary seats despite already securing over 180 seats in the 2024 elections. Speaking on Joy FM on December 24, 2024, Blay cautioned that such actions could heighten political tensions and undermine Ghana's democratic principles.He emphasized the need to respect legal processes and Electoral Commission rulings, warning of potential chaos if due process is disregarded. Blay urged the NDC to prioritize stability over contesting further seats, highlighting the importance of preserving Ghana’s democratic institutions.

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John Dumelo Offers Free Transport to University of Ghana Students for Christmas.

John Dumelo, the Member of Parliament-elect for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has announced free transportation for University of Ghana students traveling home for the Christmas holidays. The initiative, titled “Travel Home with John Dumelo,” will provide buses departing from Volta Hall Car Park on December 21, 2024, to destinations including Kumasi, Ho, Cape Coast, and Takoradi.The gesture follows Dumelo's victory in the December 7 parliamentary elections, where he unseated Lydia Alhassan of the NPP with a margin of 2,200 votes. Known for his close engagement with students, Dumelo’s efforts, including addressing accommodation issues and donating laptops, have earned him significant support among the university community.The move has been widely praised as a thoughtful and timely gesture ahead of the festive season.

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Ato Forson Urges NDC to Uphold Integrity and Accountability in Government.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the incoming majority leader in Ghana’s next parliament, has called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to prioritize integrity, probity, and accountability as it prepares to form the new government. Speaking during parliament’s first sitting post the December 7 elections, Dr. Forson emphasized the importance of people-centered policies that place the needs of Ghanaians above political interests.In his address, he warned against repeating the mistakes of the outgoing Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration. "We cannot be like this NPP government," he said, urging the NDC to act with transparency and avoid serving the elite and their associates. He stressed that the incoming government must focus on delivering policies that benefit ordinary Ghanaians.

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NDC Candidate Seeks Fresh Election After Alleged Pink Sheet Destruction in Nsawam Adoagyiri.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Nsawam Adoagyiri, Amenorpe Philbert Fummey, has taken legal action against the Electoral Commission (EC) after claiming the results in his constituency were compromised by the destruction of vital election documents. Fummey has filed a suit at the Accra High Court, requesting a fresh election and alleging that the EC used invalid pink sheets to collate results for the constituency.Fummey argues that members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) attacked the collation center, destroying some pink sheets. At the time, Fummey’s team had processed 118 out of 203 sheets, but after the attack, only 137 sheets were retrieved, leaving the EC in possession of only 80% of the documents. Despite this, the EC continued with the collation process, prompting Fummey to demand that the election results be declared invalid.Fummey’s legal team has also […]

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Baba Sadiq Urges Patrick Boamah to Accept Defeat and Move On.

Baba Sadiq, the newly-elected Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, has called on his rival, Patrick Boamah, to accept the election results and move forward. In an interview on Daybreak Hitz, Sadiq expressed his hope that Boamah, who has contested the results, would accept the people's decision and shift focus to future endeavors. While acknowledging Boamah's political experience, Sadiq emphasized the people's desire for change. In the final tally, Sadiq won with 15,383 votes, narrowly defeating Boamah, who secured 14,949 votes.

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Mogtari Urges EC Chair Jean Mensa to Resign Over Election Fallout.

Joyce Bawah Mogtari, special aide to Ghana’s President-Elect John Mahama, has called for the resignation of Jean Mensa, the chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC). Speaking in an interview, Mogtari criticized the EC’s handling of the 2024 election, particularly its delays in announcing official results, which she believes contributed to post-election violence. She accused the Commission of being too partisan and incompetent, urging a complete overhaul to restore integrity. According to Mogtari, reforms at the EC will be a priority in Mahama’s administration, with the goal of removing partisanship and ensuring free and fair elections in the future. She believes that Jean Mensa should step down to allow for these necessary changes.

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Mahama Warns Against Election Rigging.

John Dramani Mahama, NDC’s Presidential Candidate, has cautioned election officials and security services against any attempts to rig the upcoming December 7 elections. Speaking at the NDC's final rally in Madina, Accra, he emphasized the party's commitment to protecting votes and ensuring a fair electoral process.Mahama called on all stakeholders, including security agencies, to reject undemocratic practices and vowed to stand with voters in resisting electoral fraud. He assured the public that the NDC would be vigilant in safeguarding the integrity of the polls.

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NDC Sowutuom Organizer Sentenced to 4 Years for Election Threats.

Mohammed Ibrahim, the Sowutuom Branch Organizer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has been sentenced to four years in prison for threatening violence during Ghana's December 7 general elections. He faced charges of publishing false news, threats of harm, and offensive conduct.In a viral video, Ibrahim, wearing a red military beret, accused the police and government officials of recruiting fake police to harm citizens during the elections. He also threatened to attack the Minister of the Interior. Following the video’s circulation on social media, police declared him wanted, leading to his arrest and subsequent conviction after a trial in an Accra Circuit Court.The sentence was issued by Judge Evelyn Asamoah, with the charges to run concurrently. Ibrahim’s conviction is seen as a firm warning against electoral violence in Ghana. 

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John Dumelo Pays ₵10,400 to Rescue Visually Impaired Law Student.

Actor and NDC parliamentary candidate John Dumelo has helped a visually impaired Ghana School of Law student avoid deferral by paying the student’s outstanding fees of ₵10,400. The student, Gabriel Selasie Doe, reached out for help after selling his laptop to cover some of the fees. Dumelo not only cleared the debt but also provided funds to replace the laptop.The gesture has drawn widespread praise as a demonstration of Dumelo’s commitment to education and support for individuals facing hardships.

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Akwatia Chief Compares Mahama’s Comeback to Trump’s Return.

The Ankobeahene of Akyem-Boadua in Ghana’s Akwatia constituency, Nana Barfuor Annor, has called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to intensify its grassroots campaign to help John Dramani Mahama return as president. Drawing parallels to former U.S. President Donald Trump's attempted comeback, he urged the NDC to work vigorously, emphasizing Mahama’s resilience and dedication to Ghana. At a rally with Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, the NDC’s Director of Elections, the chief encouraged Akwatia residents to vote for Mahama, citing his commitment to development.

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