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Since 1992, the path to victory in Ghana’s presidential elections has largely followed a clear formula—secure at least six out of the ten original regions, and you're almost guaranteed the presidency. This was evident when Jerry John Rawlings, Ghana's longest-serving president, dominated both the 19
One thing is becoming clear: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is not just talking about business—he means business. In the manifesto unveiled by the NPP, Dr. Bawumia outlines a bold vision to transform Ghana’s economy, with a laser focus on creating
In a dramatic turn of events during the 2024 presidential nomination filing process, independent candidates outnumbered those from recognized political parties, capturing the nation’s attention and signaling a growing shift in Ghana's political landscape. With 12 out of 22 aspirants standing as inde
Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission in charge of Corporate Services, Dr. Bossman Asare, has charged the media to call out politicians and all persons who make inciteful comments in the run-up to the December elections. According to him, media pluralism in the country has given rise to eas
Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has called for a peaceful election on December 7 to help sustain the developmental gains chalked over the years. He said the country can only be properly developed in an atmosphere of peace and unity, indicating the strongest need for the citiz
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has affirmed that the judiciary in Ghana has consistently played a crucial role in managing the electoral process, particularly in handling disputes related to voter registration, parliamentary, and presidential elections. Speaking at the Annual Ghana Bar Association
The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr Mahamudu Bawumia will file his nomination for the presidential election on Monday, September 9. This is contained in a press release issued by the General Secretary of the party, Justine Koduah Frimpong. "The NPP is pleased to announce to the genera
The Chairman of the National Congress of the Fulbe Communities in Ghana and the Council of Elders, Professor Sheikh Osman Bari, has urged political parties and leaders to refrain from exploiting Fulani and Muslim communities as the country gears up for the 2024 general elections. Speaking at a media
