The Graduate Students' Association of Ghana (GRASAG) has announced its intention to join forces with the Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference in a nationwide protest against illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey, and what they describe as worsening governance in the country. The protest, scheduled for October 11, 2024, is expected to draw significant attention to the environmental degradation caused by galamsey and the perceived lapses in leadership in addressing the issue. The Catholic Bishops have been vocal in their criticisms of illegal mining, which has devastated large portions of Ghana’s forests, farmlands, and water bodies. They argue that despite various government initiatives to combat galamsey, the issue persists, posing a serious threat to the environment and livelihoods across the country. GRASAG, representing the voices of Ghana’s graduate students, has expressed concerns about the future of the nation, particularly in the areas of environmental cons

In the political landscape of Ghana, the upcoming elections are influenced by two important factors: the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) "Breaking the 8" agenda and John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) securing the 8th position on the ballot paper. 1. The NPP's "Breaking the 8" Agenda: The NPP has been in power for two consecutive terms with President Nana Akufo-Addo (2016-2024). Their "Breaking the 8" agenda aims to win a third consecutive term, which has never been achieved in Ghana's Fourth Republic. Since 1992, power has alternated between the NDC and the NPP every eight years. By breaking this cycle, the NPP hopes to achieve a significant milestone and defy historical trends. However, the NPP faces challenges such as voter fatigue, economic concerns (inflation, unemployment), and issues related to governance and corruption. Despite these challenges, if the NPP can effectively communicate their vision for continuity and

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has confidently declared that the 2024 Voters’ Register is both robust and credible, urging citizens to disregard claims suggesting otherwise. In an X post on Wednesday, the Commission emphasised the integrity and reliability of the Voters’ Register, assuring the public that it is fully prepared for the upcoming 2024 Elections. This follows claims by the main opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) that the register has discrepancies that must be corrected ahead of the elections. NDC flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama has also asked the EC to sit up and do its work properly. Speaking at a gathering in Adjen Kotoku within the Amasaman constituency as part of his Greater Accra regional campaign on Wednesday, Mahama emphasised the need for the EC to intervene immediately to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. “A lot of people cannot find their names. Other people’s names have been transferred without their knowledge. Peopl

The former Municipal Chief Executive Officer of Weija-Gbawe, Patrick Kumor, has reportedly passed away. His death followed a brief illness. He was among the 25 MCEs whose appointments were recently rescinded by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Mr. Michael Danquah succeeded Mr. Kumor in his position. During his tenure, Mr. Kumor initiated numerous projects within the Municipality. In December 2022, Mr Kumor was awarded the UCIA 2022 Dynamic Achievers Award for Excellence in Leadership. The award was presented to Hon. Kumor (MCE) at the British Council Hall by the Global Executive College (GEC). The news of Kumor’s passing has been met with a deep sense of loss within the community. He was known for his dedication to the development of the Weija-Gbawe Municipality and his efforts to improve the lives of its residents. The details surrounding Kumor’s death are unknown as friends and loved ones take to social media to send condolence messages to the family he left behind. The communi

Former Minister of Monitoring and Evaluation Dr Anthony Akoto Osei has died, Degeniuz Blog has gathered. Dr Akoto Osei died on Monday, March 20 after a short illness. Until his death, the deceased politician was a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He had served the people of Old Tafo Pankrono as their Member of Parliament (MP) until 2020. He served as the Ranking Member of Finance from 2009 to 2013. He was appointed Minister of Monitoring and Evaluation in 2017 when the NPP regained power.

Dr. Robert Kuganab-Lem, a former Member of Parliament (MP) for the Binduri Constituency in the Upper East Region, has claimed that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is involved in the Bawku conflict. The MP claims that the Vice President has stood by unconcernedly as the Overlord of the Mamprugu Kingdom, Nayiri, Naa Bohugu Mahama Abdulai II, has enskinned Bawku Naba, whom he refers to as an   “imposter”   when he already in office. As Dr. Kuganab-Lem notes As the Nayiri’s grandson, Dr. Bawumia should be aware of the Nayiri’s illegality and the fact that, given his stance in the Bawku struggle, he is not qualified to rule the nation. “We are blaming him because he is the Nayiri’s grandson, and we anticipated that the Nayiri would not remain silent about it.”   the former lawmaker declared. “If unrest is brewing in his backyard, he cannot lead this nation as he is aiming to do; he has failed,”   he added. The former Binduri MP asserts that Vice President Bawumia is complicit in the vio

Businessman and Co-Founder of now defunct UT Bank Prince Kofi Amoabeng has endorsed the opposition National Democratic Congress as the only viable option to take over government after 2024 elections. The rerir military officer said though he voted for the governing New Patriotic Party in previous elections, he has resolved to vote for the NDC in the next election. According to him, though he has a strong affiliation with the NPP with his sister being an NPP Member of Parliament, the country needs a change. “I won’t vote for the NPP, I will tell you. I said I won’t vote for NPP. I will vote for NDC. We need a change and the only viable option is NDC”, he responded to a texter during an interview on Ghana Television. Prince Amoabeng recounted his ordeals after the collapse of his Bank in a banking sector clean up exercise in 2017. Though a section of Ghanaians have accused Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta of masterminding the collapse of UT Bank, the CEO of the defunct Bank argued that go

Meek mill was billed to perform in Ghana during the Christmas periods and he took the opportunity to visit the Jubilee House and took videos which was later released as music video of one of his songs. This action from the American Rapper Meek Mill generated a lot of controversies among Ghanaians and has drown international attention. the rapper took to his social media platform to apologize to Ghana and it's citizens. His message is below. From Meek Mill “I don’t think they knew it was video footage when we asked to shoot it’s a small camera and one kid … in America we didn’t know this existed and was excited to show because they don’t show Ghana on our media much! So I’ll take responsibility for my mistake! Not intentional”

New Patriotic Party flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has questioned the competence of his competitors in the party’s upcoming contest.In a video shared by Oman Media and sighted by GhanaWeb, the presidential hopeful speaking to some delegates of the party noted that while he has created jobs to employ thousands, same cannot be said for his competitors.“… someone who can create businesses for everyone to get employment. For all those coming to compete, I urge you to inquire from them that you want to be president but how many jobs have you created thus far to employ our children? My mother sitting here is old and does not have the strength to work but if her son is employed she can say that she didn’t join NPP in vain. But sitting there now nothing shows her party is in power because when her son is seeking for police, immigration, fire service or prisons service recruitment he won’t get,” he added.The ruling NPP will later this year elect a flagbearer in the hopes of securin

This came after Alan tendered his resignation to the President of the Republic, Nana Akufo-Addo, from the Ministry Of Trade and Industry. The President has thus accepted the resignation and assigned under-pressure Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, to be caretaker in the absence of Alan. Alan Kyerematen, popularly known as Alan Cash, took to his social media handle to thank President Nana Addo ‘for the opportunity to serve and for graciously accepting my resignation as Cabinet Minister responsible for Trade and Industry, effective 16th January, 2023’. The Flagbearer aspirant added that ‘ I sincerely appreciate the support from my family, colleagues, my party the NPP, the international community, and the general public during my tenure as a Minister, I will be addressing the Ghanaian people in the next few days’. Below is the screenshot of his tweet:

Reports reaching this portal from deep sources within the Flagstaff House indicate that Minister for Trade and Industry, Alan Kyeremateng has resigned from government. The reasons for his resignation are not immediately clear but our sources say it is to allow him focus on his flagbearership ambitions. Mr. Kyeremateng has emerged as front runner in the race to lead the NPP, together with Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. President Akufo-Addo had reportedly accepted the resignation and an official statement will soon be released from the Presidency. More Soon…. Got a story to share with us, Kindly WhatsApp +233 (0) 256651193 or send an email to degeniuzonline@gmail.com

“This decision was taken by the national executive committee of the party at its meeting on Friday (23 December 2022),” the statement issued by the general secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong said. NPP sacks Frederick Ameyaw, appoints Amponsah-Kyeretwie as External Affairs Directors The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has sacked Frederick Ameyaw from office as the director for external affairs, an official party statement said on Thursday. Kwame Amponsah-Kyeretwie alias “Stonash” replaces him with immediate effect. “This decision was taken by the national executive committee of the party at its meeting on Friday (23 December 2022),” the statement issued by the general secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong said. Amponsah-Kyeretwie will be working in the office of the general secretary with the “specific responsibility of coordinating the affairs of the NPP’s external branches as well as the party’s relationship with sister political parties across the globe”. Stonash has been an active member