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Bagbin sworn in as Speaker of Ghana’s 9th Parliament
Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin has been formally inaugurated as the Speaker for the 9th Parliament of Ghana’s Fourth Republic. The inauguration took place on January 7, 2025, after President-elect John Dramani Mahama endorsed him for the Speaker position. Bagbin’s re-election solidifies his role as a prominent figure in the history of Ghana’s Parliament, having previously held the Speaker’s position during…
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Ato Forson is appointed as the Majority Leader in Ghana’s 9th parliament
The representative for Ajumako Enyan Essiam, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has been appointed as the Majority Leader in Ghana’s 9th Parliament. This change comes after the caucus of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) decided to keep its leadership from the previous Parliament in the current legislative period. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the MP for Ellembelle, will assist Dr. Forson, having moved…
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Ghana’s 9th Parliament officially introduced
The Ninth Parliament of Ghana’s Fourth Republic has been formally launched, signaling the start of a fresh legislative term. This momentous occasion occurred on the morning of Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the Parliament House located in Accra, following the midnight dissolution of the previous 8th Parliament. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, who was re-elected as Speaker of Parliament, took his…
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Bernard Ahiafor and Andrew Asiamah have been chosen to serve as Deputy Speakers
The Akatsi South Member of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, has been appointed as the 1st Deputy Speaker of Ghana’s 9th Parliament. His candidacy, proposed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC), received support from the Deputy Minority Leader. Additionally, Andrew Amoako Asiamah, who represents Fomena, has been named as the 2nd Deputy Speaker of Parliament and has held this role since January…
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The History of Swearing-In Ceremonies for Presidents
The swearing-in ceremony, also known as the presidential inauguration, is one of the most significant and solemn rituals in democratic governance. Rooted in tradition and symbolic of the peaceful transfer of power, this ceremony has evolved over the centuries to reflect the values, challenges, and historical moments of each era. This essay explores the origins, development, and significance of the…
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Ashanti Region appoints new Chief Imam
Sheikh Abdul Rahman Zakaria has been officially appointed as the Ashanti Regional Chief Imam during a ceremony led by National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, held in Kumasi. This event comes after the passing of the previous Regional Chief Imam, Sheik Abdul Mumin Haroun, on December 17 of last year, who had served the Muslim community in the region…
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“I express my gratitude to the National Council – Afenyo-Markin
The representative in parliament for Effutu, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has conveyed his appreciation to the National Council of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) following his designation as the Minority Leader in the Ninth Parliament. In remarks made to reporters on Thursday, January 2, 2025, Afenyo-Markin highlighted his dedication to diligent effort and pledged to work earnestly with divine guidance. “The…
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We made history together – Akufo-Addo praises Bagbin
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has hailed the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, for his extraordinary administration amid one of the foremost exceptional political periods in Ghana’s equitable history. In his last State of the Country Address (SONA) on January 3, 2025, Akufo-Addo reflected on the challenges he confronted working with a Parliament that had the slimmest of…
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Akufo-Addo has no bequest – Vanderpuye
Member of Parliament for Odododiodioo, Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has scrutinized President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, affirming that the active president has no significant bequest to his title as his residency comes to an conclusion. Vanderpuye blamed the president of depending on self-praise and overstated claims of accomplishments instead of conveying substantial comes about. Talking on Onlooker News on Friday,…
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LIVE STREAMING: Akufo-Addo delivers final SONA
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is set to deliver his final State of the Union Address (SONA) in Parliament before he leaves office. According to Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, the State of the Union Address gives the outgoing President an opportunity to present a detailed report on the state of the country. The event will also mark the…
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