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Democracy should bring development, not vote buying. If this trend continues, people will eventually lose faith in elections and stop voting." — Charles Mintah, Social Commentator

"There is no law and order in the Nlocal-news PP. This is not the party we built in 1992. The youth have hijacked the party and are doing whatever they want." — K.T. Hammond, Former MP for Adansi Asokwa

Keeping suspects in custody for 48 hours before imposing outrageous bail conditions they cannot meet is deliberate, unfair, and dangerous. It undermines justice and sets a dangerous precedent for future governments. EOCO must end this practice." - Lawyer Gary Nimako, Director of Legal Affairs, NPP

What is the Majority trying to hide from Ghanaians by sacking journalists from the Parliamentary Press Gallery? Is it because they don't want Ghanaians to hear the Governor credit Dr. Bawumia for the Gold Purchase Programme? — Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ofoase/Ayirebi MP.

EOCO's statement on Dennis Miracle Aboagye lacks substance. He is being detained over his criticism of President Mahama's alleged third-term agenda, despite not being charged or told of any offence. If the tables turn, we will return the same energy. — Justin Frimpong Kodua, NPP General Secretary

"'I didn't see Dr. Bawumia at today's clean-up exercise. If he is truly concerned about the flooding situation, why wasn't he there? It's clear they were more interested in political propaganda than in solving the problem.” — Dr. Samuel Ayeh, Aide to the President

“Why is the Finance Minister still in office despite failing to release funds for flood mitigation, resulting in the deaths of 35 people? The blood of those innocent souls will forever be on Ato Forson's hands.” — Nana B, National Organizer, NPP

“NPP politics is now driven by insults. Some party members have been contracted by faceless elders to attack opponents within the party. People must be held accountable when they fail to perform. If John Boadu was judged based on his performance, then Justin Kodua Frimpong should be held to the same standard.” - Eugene Boakye Antwi, NPP General Secretary Hopeful

The Ministry of Transport and GPRTU must immediately address the transport fare hike. Drivers should not be arbitrarily increasing fares or taking the law into their own hands. — Omanhene Kwaku Asante

"Muntaka must immediately apologize to Ghanaians for comparing Ghana's flood situation to California. Such a comparison is unwarranted and insensitive. Ghana is facing a national crisis, and this is the time for action, not unnecessary comparisons." - Omanhene Kwabena Asante

"No amount of fiscal discipline or economic stability can justify the loss of lives. Government must prioritise life-saving flood control projects." — Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee.

“We've intensified sanitation efforts in our communities, directed the assemblies to enforce their by-laws, and anyone caught littering will be prosecuted.” — Greater Accra NADMO Director, Dennis Nartey, speaks on measures following yesterday's Accra floods.

“Government sitting on over US$200 million left by Akufo-Addo to tackle perennial flooding. Had the funds been used, Accra's current flooding could have been avoided.” — Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, MP for Techiman South.

At least three people reportedly died from electrocution at Alajo in the Ayawaso Central Municipality following yesterday's heavy rainfall. An eyewitness recounts the heartbreaking incident

“What right does the NDC Central Regional Chairman have to shut down a radio station? We are not under military rule. Who does he think he is because his party is in power?” — Alfred Kojo Thompson, aspiring National Treasurer of the NPP.

Gun license applications: “We are no longer issuing new licenses to anyone. We are currently reviewing the regulations, and no new licenses will be issued until the review is completed.” — Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, Deputy Minister for the Interior.

No surgeries have been performed on Adwoa Safo's face, and there are no plans to fly her abroad. Her medical condition is stable — Dr. Isaac Ofori Tenkorang, family physician of the Kantanka family, confirms.

Omanhene Kwabena Asante predicts: Ghana will beat England 2–1, with the first goal coming within the first 25 minutes...

Kennedy Agyapong cannot threaten the NPP into doing what pleases him. Nobody can hold the party to ransom. His concerns cannot be addressed through threats or blackmail. He always derails the party when it is holding the NDC govern social-issues ment accountable for mismanagement of the country — Dennis Miracles Aboagye.

“We love and respect the elderly for their wisdom, but right now we need the energy of the youth to connect with the grassroots,” - Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye explains, outlines his vision for the NPP Greater Accra Regional Chairmanship bid.

The economy inherited by the NDC was in such a bad state that it could not create jobs for Ghanaians. How can you blame eight years of failure on just one and a half years of an NDC government? — Bernard Bediako Baidoo, MP for Akwatia.

The NLA should be a regulator, not a player in the industry. — Former NLA PRO, Goodfellow Dei Ofei, proposes a new framework.

“I am a formidable candidate and can compete with Nana B and Mustapha Hamid for the position of NPP National First Vice Chairman,” — Richard Oti, three-term NPP Chairman in Sweden, on his bid for the role.

Wontumi–Samreboi Case: I am withdrawing from the case as counsel. I have informed my client, Chairman Wontumi, and the court. My reasons will be made known in court, but I believe there are too many unseen influences surrounding the case. I also find the judge's conduct throughout the proceedings unacceptable. — Andy Appiah-Kubi, Counsel for Bernard Antwi Boasiako.

Abandoned hospital projects: we also did what the Minority is doing today in opposition. They should continue weeding projects their government left abandoned. — Dr. Mark Kurt Nawaane, Chairperson of the Health Committee.

“Sadinam Tamakloe's extradition does not mean that Ken Ofori-Atta or anyone else on the extradition list will automatically be returned to Ghana. Each extradition case is assessed on its own merits.” — Alfred Tuah-Yeboah, Former Deputy Attorney General.

The Minister for Food and Agriculture has not received GH¢200 million from the Ministry of Finance for buffer stock operations. Cabinet approved GH¢200 million for purchasing excess produce, but only GH¢100 million has been released. If the funds have been released, where are they? We demand clarity on the account the money was transferred into. - Samuel Huntor, Media Liaison Officer, Ministry of Food and Agriculture.

What did the NPP do spiritually on June 3rd that such flood tragedies seem to occur whenever President Mahama is in power, yet do not happen when the NPP is in office? President Mahama should consider the spiritual aspect of it. I had a dream about a fire outbreak at Circle before the June 3 disaster occurred — Nana Yaa Jantuah.

Akufo-Addo's failure to sign the LGBTQ+ Bill was one of the lowest moments of his presidency. As a lawyer, that decision was constitutional lawlessness. — Lawyer Abass Nurudeen, CEO of the Social Investment Fund.

Government to recruit 500 agriculture graduates under the Food Brigade initiative to boost food production and support households, schools, and farmers across the country as part of the Feed Ghana Programme. - Eric Opoku, Minister for Food and Agriculture

NEW LGBTQ BILL: Why are NPP members on the Constitutional and Legal Committee quiet on the new LGBTQ bill, but John Ntim Fordjour, who is not even part of the committee, is shouting all over the place? Why is he always playing holier-than-thou with frivolous allegations? - Bernard Bediako, MP for Akwatia

“My client, Koka, did not threaten any police officer. Rather, he was involved in an argument with a party's internal security member, popularly known as ‘Boryor,' whom everyone in the party refers to as ‘Police.' "The ‘police' he mentioned was a party member known by that nickname, not the Ghana Police Service,”—Enoch Afoakwa, counsel for Koka.

Why demand a passport as a bail condition for someone who clearly does not have one, along with three sureties who must be civil servants earning at least GHS 5,000? This appears to be an attempt to deny bail. — Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah on Aminat Mahama's bail conditions.

“Abronye has been granted bail but has not yet been released. We are still finalizing the necessary processes for his release." — Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Lead Counsel for Abronye DC.

No basis exists for the arrest of Abronye DC, let alone charging him in court. The government's action is a clear attempt to clamp down on free speech — Andrew Egyapa Mercer, former MP for Sekondi.

The NPP fully endorses every word and statement made at the press conference by Alexander Afenyo-Markin. You may not like Abronye DC and his actions, but you cannot deny him the right to free speech. - Henry Nana Boakye, National Organizer of the New Patriotic Party.

“The GBA's silence on Alexander Afenyo-Markin's attacks on a Circuit Court judge strengthens my long-held belief that it is aligned with the NPP. I anticipate they will make their stance public so it is clear how to deal with them going forward.” - Government Spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu

Former MP for Adentan, Kojo Adu Asare, shares a painful six-year battle with kidney failure and dialysis... Expresses gratitude to Kwadwo Twum Boafo, Ato Forson, Julius Debrah, Sammy Gyamfi, and others for their support during his toughest days.

Deputy Communications Officer for O. K Frimpong says contact has been established with the Asante Akyem North MP in the Netherlands, assuring that he is safe and expected to return soon. According to the office, no official charges have been communicated to them at this time

Chief Executive Officer of the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), Christopher Boadi-Mensah, has dismissed claims made by Ekow Vincent Assafuah regarding his salary and official vehicle acquisitions. He insists there was no salary increment and clarifies that the vehicles procured were approved by Parliament and the Ministry of Finance, and included pickups, Toyota Prados, and saloon cars strictly for operational purposes

Frederick Opoku, Acting Rent Commissioner of Ghana, says the country is witnessing its first-ever appointment of a Rent Commissioner, in line with constitutional provisions. He notes that the move under President Mahama marks a major step toward enforcing rent laws and restoring order within the Rent Department.

Mahama Cares focuses on non-communicable diseases, unlike the National Health Insurance Scheme. People should read more about it before drawing conclusions. I urge Ghanaians not to politicize it because sickness knows no political colour — Obuobia Darko-Opoku