It has emerged that the Ghanaian government played a crucial role in gathering the evidence which led to a lifetime ban from all football activities for former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kwesi Nyantakyi. Correspondence between the Deputy Attorney General of Ghana, Mr Godfred Dame and the Chairperson of the Investigatory Chamber, FIFA Ethics Committee, … Read more
It has emerged that the Ghanaian government played a crucial role in gathering the evidence which led to a lifetime ban from all football activities for former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kwesi Nyantakyi. Correspondence between the Deputy Attorney General of Ghana, Mr Godfred Dame and the Chairperson of the Investigatory Chamber, FIFA Ethics Committee, … Read more
A former Deputy Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine suggests it would be an overkill for the police to press treasonable charges against Deputy General Secretary of NDC, Koku Anyidoho with reference to his recent “coup” comments. He however believes Koku Anyidoho crossed the line when he suggested that Ghana’s president, Nana Akufo-Addo could suffer the … Read more
The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has commended the Akufo-Addo-led government for laying before parliament, the Right to Information bill, but renewed calls for the passage of the broadcast bill. The association believes the two bills, when passed, will enhance transparency and accountability while deepening democracy in the country. A statement signed by the its president … Read more
The most widely talked about Right to Information Bill (RTI) has finally been laid before parliament Friday, March 23, the last day of sitting before the house goes on recess. The President, Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, had promised on March 6 that the NPP government will see to the passage of the RTI bill before parliament … Read more
Minority Chief Whip, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka is incensed by the prevailing posture of the Speaker of Parliament, likening his behaviour in the house, more or less, to dictators such as Mobutu See Seko of DR Congo and Idi Amin of Uganda. Muntaka who has previously complained about how Prof. Mike Oquaye is running affairs in … Read more
Renowned constitutional lawyer Professor Kweku Asare is set to return to the Supreme Court for interpretation if the General Legal Council’s new legislative instrument legitimizing entrance exams at the Ghana School of Law is passed. Speaking to 3FM a day after the Council and the Subsidiary Legislation Committee of Parliament met to iron out differences, … Read more
Renowned constitutional lawyer Professor Kweku Asare is set to return to the Supreme Court for interpretation if the General Legal Council’s new legislative instrument legitimizing entrance exams at the Ghana School of Law is passed. Speaking to 3FM a day after the Council and the Subsidiary Legislation Committee of Parliament met to iron out differences, … Read more
Martin Amidu has admitted that even though he is a man of proven integrity, former President JJ Rawlings had more integrity than him, when he served as head of state of the country. Responding to questions on his role in the PNDC era at his vetting in Parliament Tuesday, Amidu noted “The chairman (JJ Rawlings) … Read more
Martin Amidu has said he is confident when approved as Ghana’s first Special Prosecutor he will lead a team of experienced investigators to clamp down on public sector corruption. “If we must succeed in the fight against corruption, we’ll have to set up strong institutions,” he told the Appointment’s Committee of Parliament, adding: “When we … Read more
I’ll be sensible, but will deal with looters – Amidu The special prosecutor nominee Martin Amidu has served notice he will discharge his responsibilities “reasonably” devoid of witch-hunting. Appearing before the Appointment’s Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, February 13, 2018, Mr. Amidu emphasised he will pursue cases in the nation’s interest and will create room … Read more
Ghana can survive without foreign handouts or aid if corruption is eradicated or minimized, the special prosecutor nominee has said at his vetting. Martin Amidu decried the massive leakages at the ports and other sectors of the public, stressing Ghana can save a lot if those gaps are blocked. “I will say the amount of … Read more
The Special Prosecutor nominee, Martin Amidu has said he is the best choice for the tedious fight against corruption. “…If you want anybody who will be meticulous in investigation and prosecution, the president has made the best choice for,” he said Tuesday, February 13, 2018 during his vetting by the Parliament’s Appointment Committee. He added: … Read more
Special Prosecutor nominee, Martin Amidu, has said he discharged his duties fully and distinguished himself creditably when he was the Deputy Attorney General and Minister of Justice under the National Democratic Congress. At his vetting Tuesday morning, Mr. Amidu admitted he studied for a certificate from an institution in Ohio in the US, but that … Read more
The special prosecutor nominee Martin Amidu has called on Ghanaians, especially those in public positions, to work selflessly and not for personal aggrandizement. According to him, he has shied away from accepting awards or being in the limelight because he believes public service is all about touching lives and not for personal gains. Appearing before … Read more
The Special Prosecutor nominee Martin A. B.K Amidu has paid a glowing tribute to former President Jerry John Rawlings for reducing corruption to the barest minimum during his tenure. Addressing the Parliament’s Appointment’s Committee Tuesday, Mr. Amidu who has been described as the citizen vigilante said he credits the former military dictator for introducing him … Read more
The Special Prosecutor nominee Martin A. B.K Amidu has stated that he accepted the President’s offer because he wants to stop the leakages and corruption that has bedevilled the country since constitutional rule. Addressing Parliament’s Appointment’s Committee Tuesday, the anti-corruption campaigner stated that the country must be stabilised by protecting the national purse and ensuring … Read more
US based legal practitioner and accounting Professor, Kwaku Asare popularly known as Kwaku Azar has stated that the country must abide by the constitutional requirement on the age of retirement and revoke Martin Amidu’s nomination as the Special Prosecutor. According to Prof. Asare “As long as we have a constitution, we will have to abide … Read more
Parliament’s Appointments Committee is set to vet the Special Prosecutor nominee, Martin Amidu, today, despite a lawsuit challenging his eligibility. A former deputy Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine filed a suit at the Supreme Court a day before the vetting, arguing the nominee is too old to hold the position. He wants the apex court … Read more
The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joe Osei Owusu has stated that the age of former Attorney General Martin Amidu cannot disqualify him from becoming the Special Prosecutor. Mr. Amidu’s age has become an issue after a former Deputy Attorney-General under the NDC administration, Dr. Dominic Ayine, filed a suit to challenge the nomination of Martin Amidu … Read more