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Supreme Court to Rule on Akwatia MP’s Fate on April 30

The Supreme Court of Ghana is set to deliver a crucial ruling on April 30 regarding the status of Ernest Yaw Kumi, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Akwatia. The case revolves around a Koforidua High Court’s decision that barred Kumi from holding himself as an MP and later found him guilty of contempt for defying the injunction.Kumi's lawyer, Gary Nimako Marfo, argued that the High Court judge erred by relying on a news article instead of an official gazette notification from the Electoral Commission (EC) when making its decision. He also claimed that the court ignored their pending applications to challenge its jurisdiction and still convicted Kumi for contempt.However, the lawyer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Henry Boakye Yiadom, disagreed, stating that there was no legal requirement for a hard copy of the gazette […]

Muhammad Saminu March 29, 2025

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Greater Accra

Okatakyie Afrifa Released After His Arrest Sparks Outrage from NPP

Media personality Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah was released after being arrested on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. His arrest triggered strong backlash from the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) and media freedom advocates, who condemned it as an attack on democracy and press freedom.Afrifa Mensah, known for hosting the popular social media show FOR THE RECORDS, was reportedly detained by security operatives. The NPP described the arrest as a direct attack on freedom of speech, with General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua calling for his immediate release. Kodua accused the government of undermining democracy, stating, “The arrest of Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah by the NDC government is a dangerous attack on democracy and freedom of speech!”Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin also condemned the arrest, calling for more tolerance from the government toward dissenting voices. He expressed concern over the increasing use of state security to […]

Edem 4Style March 20, 2025

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NORTH EAST

Gregory Afoko Granted GH₵500K Bail After 9 Years in Custody

After spending nearly a decade behind bars, Gregory Afoko, accused of the 2015 murder of NPP's Upper East Regional Chairman, Adams Mahama, has been granted bail. The Accra High Court, presided over by Justice Marie-Louise Simmons, approved his release on a GH₵500,000 bail with two sureties—one of whom must justify the bond with a landed property. Afoko is also required to report to the police every two weeks.Afoko was initially arrested in connection with Mahama’s death, which prosecutors say was caused by an acid attack. His alleged accomplice, Asabke Alangdi, has already been convicted and sentenced to death. A jury had previously returned a split verdict, acquitting Afoko of murder, but a retrial is expected.This is not the first time Afoko has been granted bail—he was previously released in 2019, only for the decision to be overturned. Now, after years […]

Edem 4Style February 21, 2025

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Greater Accra

Ebi Bright Takes Charles Forson to High Court Over Tema Central Election Results.

Ebi Bright, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Tema Central in the 2020 elections, has filed a petition in the High Court challenging the election of Charles Forson, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) legislator for the constituency. She argues that the declaration of Forson as the winner was based on irregularities in the 2024 election process.Bright contests the final tally by the Electoral Commission (EC), requesting the court to either nullify Forson's declaration or order a re-run of the election. Her petition alleges that NPP polling agents interfered with the collation process at the Chemu SHS center, which she claims compromised the transparency and fairness of the results.Bright’s legal team is seeking a determination from the High Court regarding the validity of the election, emphasizing the need to ensure justice for the electorate in Tema Central.

Edem 4Style January 28, 2025

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Mahama Faces Backlash Over Anti-LGBTQ Bill U-Turn.

President John Dramani Mahama is under fire from Assin South MP, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, for allegedly backtracking on his campaign promise to pass the Family Values Bill.Rev. Fordjour, a strong advocate for the bill, accused Mahama of betraying Ghanaians by suggesting the promotion of family values through education rather than legislation. Speaking in an interview, he expressed plans to reintroduce the bill in Parliament, highlighting its legality as confirmed by the Supreme Court and its importance in safeguarding Ghanaian cultural norms.The MP emphasized the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) unwavering support for the bill and criticized Mahama for shifting focus after gaining an overwhelming parliamentary majority. He vowed that the bill would return to the legislative floor and urged Ghanaians to hold the President accountable for what he called a breach of trust.

Edem 4Style January 17, 2025

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Greater Accra

Afenyo-Markin Walks Out of Appointments Committee Amid Ayine Vetting Tensions.

Drama unfolded during the vetting of Attorney General-designate, Dr. Dominic Ayine, before Parliament's Appointments Committee on January 13, 2025. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin staged a walkout after a heated exchange over a question of potential conflict of interest involving Dr. Ayine's law firm.The controversy began when Suame MP John Darko pressed the nominee on the matter, despite the Committee Chairman, Bernard Ahiafor, ruling the question out of order. Tensions escalated as Mr. Darko accused the Chairman of suppressing his queries.Mr. Afenyo-Markin joined in the criticism, alleging bias against NPP members. “The way you go at my members, especially the new ones, is not right,” he remarked. After the Chairman refused to reverse his decision, Afenyo-Markin and several NPP members walked out in protest.The incident highlights underlying tensions within the committee as it vets President Mahama’s ministerial nominees.

Edem 4Style January 14, 2025

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NORTH EAST

Bawumia embarks on Umrah Pilgrimage After Election Loss.

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate in the 2024 elections, has traveled to Mecca with his wife, Hajia Samira Bawumia, and close associates, including former Youth and Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif, to perform the Islamic Umrah pilgrimage.This spiritual journey comes shortly after President John Dramani Mahama's January 7, 2025, inauguration. In a heartfelt social media post, Dr. Bawumia expressed gratitude to Allah for His grace, shared his prayers for Ghana, and thanked his supporters for standing by him during the election.Although he lost the presidential race to Mahama, Dr. Bawumia’s attendance at the inauguration and subsequent pilgrimage mark a period of reflection, renewal, and gratitude.Umrah, often referred to as the "lesser pilgrimage," allows Muslims to seek spiritual cleansing and draw closer to Allah. Unlike Hajj, it can be performed year-round and involves rituals like Tawaf around […]

Edem 4Style January 11, 2025

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Greater Accra

Fuel Crisis Secrets: Jinapor Exposes NPP’s Last-Minute Handover

John Abdulai Jinapor, Member of Parliament for Yapei Kusawgu, has accused the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration of withholding critical information about fuel shortages from the incoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) team during the transition process. Jinapor, who was co-opted into the Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee, claims the NPP failed to reveal the dire state of Ghana's fuel reserves until late December 2024, preventing early action.In an interview with Joy FM, Jinapor explained that the lack of transparency led to an emergency meeting, where the fuel shortage risks were identified just weeks before the handover. Despite assurances from the outgoing Energy Minister, Herbert Krapa, to address the issue, Jinapor argues the delay could lead to power outages. Meanwhile, Krapa insists adequate fuel stocks were handed over, sparking a heated exchange between the two parties.Jinapor defended his decision to […]

Edem 4Style January 8, 2025

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Entertainment

Blakk Rasta Says He Nearly Left Ghana Over NPP Victory Fears.

Ghanaian musician and radio personality Blakk Rasta revealed that he had plans to leave the country if the New Patriotic Party (NPP) had won the 2024 elections. Speaking on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z, he explained that he was frustrated with the state of governance under the NPP and had already begun preparing for a potential move.Blakk Rasta disclosed that a month before the elections, he traveled to countries like Jamaica and the United States to explore his relocation options. He likened his stance to that of Nigerian writer Wole Soyinka, who once vowed to destroy his U.S. passport if Donald Trump won the presidency.The musician described the NPP’s leadership as having brought hardship to Ghanaians and said the change in government was necessary for the country to move forward. Blakk Rasta urged Ghanaians to demand better leadership to avoid similar […]

Edem 4Style December 16, 2024

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EASTERN

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 […]

Edem 4Style December 13, 2024

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