The Ningo-Prampram MP, Sam Nartey George, says the problem of insecurity in the country primarily stems from the politicisation of security agencies across the country. According to him, politicians across the political divide have become fond of using the might of state security agencies to exact revenge as well as perform personal tasks that could have easily been addressed using the rule of law. He said the continuous politicisation of the state security agencies forebodes doom for the country. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show Wednesday, he said, “we’ve got some of the finest security operatives in this country, but politicians…
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The Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), has urged the government to implement the recommendations of the Emile Short Commission of Inquiry by dissolving the SWAT team of the National Security Council Secretariat. According to CDD-Ghana, the actions of the team are not healthy for the security of the country. The group made the call in reaction to the assault of Citi News’ Caleb Kudah and the Gestapo-style invasion of the premises of Citi FM/Citi TV in a bid to arrest another journalist, Zoe Abu-Baidoo Addo. CDD-Ghana condemned the action and described it as ridiculous and unprofessional. In a Citi…
The Member of Parliament for the North Tongu Constituency, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called for an independent investigation into claims by Citi FM and Citi TV Journalist, Caleb Kudah, that he was assaulted by some National Security operatives whiles in their custody. According to him, the institution being accused cannot be allowed to investigate itself. Mr. Caleb Kudah, was arrested on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, for filming some abandoned MASLOC cars parked within the premises of the National Security Ministry. Mrs. Zoe Abu-Baidoo Addo, another Citi Journalist, was also picked up later at the premises of Citi FM/Citi TV…
On behalf of the Parliament of Ghana, I congratulate our Moslem fraternity on the occasion of Eid-Ul-Fitr which is Thursday, May 13 2021. I believe the period of fasting has helped strengthen and renew the faith of our brothers and sisters in Islam. I am persuaded that this renewal of faith will guide all of us to be tolerant of one another and to focus our energies on today’s pressing issues that will help us to fix this beloved country of ours. It is with that in mind that I wish to commend the youth, both Moslems and Christians, who…
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon. Alban S. K. Bagbin, has called reforms in the existing legal framework to protect journalists and uphold the freedom and independence of the media as enshrined in the constitution. He said his office and the legislature will remain committed to the promotion of free speech as a guarantee means of advancing the democratic credentials chalked under the Fourth Republic. The Speaker made the the call when the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana Kati Csaba called on him at his office in Parliament. He noted that the media played a critical role in all sectors…
Minority Leader in Parliament, Haruna Iddrisu has accused the Akufo-Addo-led government of reducing the country to a police state. According to him, the blatant infringement on the rights of journalists in the country by National Security operatives and the police is unacceptable and should be checked. His comment was in response to the arrest and later abuse of Citi FM journalist, Caleb Kudah, by National Security operatives after he was caught filming abandoned cars left to “rot” in a National Security installation. Haruna Iddrisu said, “Nana Addo Dankwah and his NPP government are reducing Ghana to a police state and…
Hon Joycelyn Tetteh, the MP for North Dayi constituency joins the Muslim community in the North Dayi district to celebrate Eid Fitr The law maker joins the Muslims in the morning prayer to commence the celebration for the day.Prayer was led by Imam Omaru. He prayed for Ghana, North Dayi and the entire Muslim community who went through thirty days of fasting and prayer. The Imam admonished all Muslims in the constituency to emulate the teachings of the Qur’an. The Muslims were also grateful to God and the MP for her contribution towards the establishment of the only mosque in…
Mr Sylvester Mensah, Former Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority, and a presidential aspirant for the National Democratic Congress in 2019 presidential elections has shared his thoughts on the measures taken by government to deal with the galamsey issue that has engulfed the nation. According to government, the machinery being used by these illegal miners are to be seized and burnt into ashes. We have already witnessed several instances where excavators that could be used for the purpose of nation building were burnt. Reacting to the issue through his Facebook page, Mr. Sylvester Mensah stated clearly that…
As-salaam Alaykum! On behalf of the NDC Regional Secretariat, I extend warm wishes to all Muslims in the Region celebrating Eid ul-Fitr. There is no denying this year has been immensely tough for everyone. But as we start to look forward and dare to hope the worst has passed, there is one positive that has shone through these dark times. It is the power of self-reflection and self-discipline among Muslims during this Ramadan. This is much needed by the current Government in Fixing this Country. And Muslims across our Region have exemplified this amazing spirit. We will continue to pray…
He observed, 60 years after the continent was liberated from colonial rule, Africa remains at the mercy of the super-powers of the world, some of whose activities pose a serious challenge to growth and development on the continent. The Speaker of Parliament made the call when a special Zimbabwean Envoy led by Ambassador Albert Chimbindi paid a courtesy call on him in Parliament. Ambassador Chimbindi and his delegation were in Parliament to officially solicit Ghana’s support for the bid of Hon. Chief Fortune Charumbira, to lead the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) as its next President following the exit of Algeria’s Bouras…