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"Doing a Favor" or a Deal? Ghana's Controversial Agreement with the U.S. on Deportees
Ghana's government faces growing domestic criticism for accepting deportees from the United States without parliamentary approval. Critics call it unconstitutional and a threat to national security, while the government defends it on humanitarian grounds.
A Close Call: Ghana Watches as Benin's Democracy Faces a Coup Attempt
On December 7, 2025, a group of soldiers in Benin attempted a coup, announcing the dissolution of government on national TV. The attempt was foiled within hours by loyalist troops, but it underscores the fragile political climate in West Africa.
A Weapon or a Shield? The Political Firestorm Over Ghana's Top Anti-Corruption Cop
The arrest of a high-profile lawyer by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has triggered intense political debate, with accusations of selective justice and hypocrisy from both sides, leading to calls to abolish the office.
The Conversation Continues: Social Media Poll Reflects Persistent Political Engagement
Public political debate remains active, as illustrated by a social media poll asking Ghanaians who they would vote for if the 2025 election were held again on its anniversary date.
Policy Pivot: Mahama Announces Refocus on Basic Education Amid Declining Exam Results
President Mahama has linked a sharp decline in national WASSCE exam results to weak basic education, announcing a major policy shift to refocus government resources on foundational literacy and numeracy
Minority Calls for Collaborative Spirit as Ghana Heads Into 2026 Budget Debates
Ghana is preparing for one of its most consequential budget discussions in recent years, and the Minority in Parliament is urging lawmakers to approach the 2026 Budget debates with a renewed sense of unity and national focus.
15 deaths, 40 injuries recorded in the 2020 and 2024 elections – Muntaka
The 2020 general elections saw a total of 8 deaths and 34 injuries spread across six major constituencies. The worst-hit areas included:
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