Ever since former president Jonathan made that call to president Buhari congratulating him on his “victory” at the last presidential polls, and following the enormous goodwill that has attracted to him worldwide, it is fast becoming a norm in Africa for incumbents to easily accept defeat at the polls and congratulate the winner. Yahya Jammeh, … Read more
Now that Nana Addo has been elected President, he is finally in the position to establish the promised office of an Independent Prosecutor, as part of his plans to eliminate corruption in Ghana. President-elect Nana Akufo-Addo, has reiterated his promise to deal with corruption in his administration. This he said he will achieve, through the use of … Read more
A bipartisan quartet of high-profile senators said Sunday that “recent reports of Russian interference in our election should alarm every American,” as President-elect Donald Trump sharpened his unprecedented attacks on US intelligence agencies. The group — two Republicans and two Democrats — called for an investigation into American intelligence agencies’ conclusion that Russian hacking was … Read more
Many were the promises by the various political parties in the last weeks of campaign ahead of the December 7 polls. From the promise of one district, one factory, to that of one house, one meter, the various parties were sure to give Ghanaians more than one reason to vote for them come December 7. … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump said in an interview Sunday that his executives would run his business empire alongside his children, pushing back against charges that his vast real estate holdings would pose a conflict of interest for him in the White House. Trump has said he will leave day-to-day control of his business but has not … Read more
Former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Martin Amidu has congratulated President-elect Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his victory in the just ended general elections. Mr. Amidu also known as citizen vigilante in a statement also reminded the incoming president that Ghanaians expect him to retrieve monies paid to businessman Alfred Woyome. “This is a … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team slammed the CIA Friday, following reports the agency has concluded that Russia intervened in the election to help him win. In a stunning response to widening claims of a Russian espionage operation targeting the presidential race, Trump’s camp risked an early feud with the Intelligence community on which he will … Read more
Outgoing president John Mahama has conceded defeat in grace to president-elect Nana Akufo-Addo promising to offer his support and experience to the incoming president. In a solemn speech of concession, two hours after a new president was announced by the Electoral Commission chair, the president said: “I have done my bit and made my contribution … Read more
Google has confirmed it will hit its target of offsetting 100% of the energy used at its data centres and offices against power from renewable sources. The firm first made the commitment in 2015 to go 100% renewable by 2017. In a blog, the company said it was now the largest corporate buyer of renewable … Read more
A Gambian journalist based in Senegal, Sana Camara, has described the defeat of the country’s president of 22 years, Yahya Jammeh, as “a sign of relief for all Gambians”. Camara is one of over hundred journalists and activists exiled abroad because of Jammeh’s repressive rule and the lack of press freedom. Opposition politicians, journalists and … Read more
US President Barack Obama has said he may speak out after leaving office if he feels his successor Donald Trump is threatening core American values. By convention, former presidents tend to leave the political fray and avoid commenting on their successors. Mr Obama said he would give Mr Trump time to outline his vision but … Read more
I admit I have lived my whole life with very little violence. When I listen and see the devastation in Aleppo, Syria, Afghanistan, Mosul, Burundi, Somalia and Northern Nigeria, I thank my stars that I am far removed from these countries and I don’t look forward to any of the Boko Harams, Al Shababs and … Read more
Overnight protests against the election of Donald Trump as US president turned violent in Portland, Oregon. About 4,000 demonstrators gathered in the centre of the western city. Some smashed shop and car windows, threw firecrackers and set rubbish alight. Police declared a riot and made 26 arrests. Oregon voted in favour of Hillary Clinton in … Read more
A searing selloff rocked Asian shares and emerging market currencies on Friday as investors feared higher U. S. interest rates under incoming President Donald Trump will spark capital outflows from the region. European shares are expected to open slightly higher after moderate losses in the previous session, with spread-betters seeing major European indexes, such as … Read more
It was like yesterday, when a certain unknown ‘white’ airman decided to join the list of successful coup makers. On that first attempt of Tuesday, May 15, 1979, he failed to get the “nod” from that goddess called Fate. He was quarantined, and his case was heard. On Monday June 4, 1979, when his fate … Read more
POTUS 45 won’t have much time to celebrate. After a bruising brawl of a campaign, the next US commander in chief will inherit a world with the toughest array of foreign policy challenges in decades. The President’s Situation Room meetings will focus on hot, cold and simmering conflicts around the globe, all playing out as … Read more
Would you mind answering this simple question for me, oh my dear fellow Ghanaian voter? Which of the following two persons would you vote for as your future President to lead you now that you are about to be offered that powerful one in a four-year time life-changing opportunity? The first person is a young … Read more
Lawyer for embattled Prophet, Isaac Owusu-Bempah has disclosed that his client is now a special asset for the Ghana Police Service following his prophecy about an assassination plot hatched against NPP flagbearer, Nana Akufo-Addo. According to Yaw Buaben Asamoah, Rev. Owusu Bempah is now a ‘spiritual informant’ for the police to avert any evil plot … Read more
The flag bearers of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom, and that of the All People’s Congress (APC), Mr Hassan Ayariga respectively, have given different reactions to the Daily Graphic report that they have been invited by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to explain their sources of campaign funds. While … Read more
The Deputy Majority Leader, Alfred Agbesi is making a strong case for outgoing presidents to be given enough time to vacate official residence even after a new president has been sworn into office. Mr. Agbesi, who is also the MP for Ashaiman, on the floor of Parliament Friday lamented that it is not expedient for a president to … Read more