I Will Support Sammy Awuku If He Remains At NPP Headquarters - Nana Boakye

Nana Boakye has urged Sammy Awuku not to pick up any government appointment. Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo' programme, Nana Boakye noted that it would be prudent for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Youth Organizer to remain at the party headquarters.

Fred Agbenyo Calls For Independent Body Of Inquiry Into Bribery Allegations

Deputy Communications Director of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fred Agbenyo has called for independent investigations into the bribery allegations leveled against Energy Minister, Boakye Agyarko. Bawku Central Member of Parliament, in an interview with Radio Gold, revealed that the Energy Minister attempt to induce them financially to win the approval of the legislators.

Mahama Ayariga Doesn't Deserve To Be In Parliament If,... - Nana B

Newly-appointed Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Secretariat (NSS), Nana Boakye says Hon. Mahama Ayariga does not deserve to be in Parliament. Contributing to a panel discussion on Peace FM's Kokrokoo on the bribery allegation against the Energy Minister, Boakye Agyarko; Nana Boakye expressed his disappointment in the NDC MP for first resorting to the media over the bribery incident instead of making the revelations to the Speaker of Parliament.

What!?...Will My Gates & Doors Be Made Of Gold? Bawumia On Cost of New Residence

A whopping $13.9 million dollars is to used to construct a new mansion to house Ghana’s Vice Presidents, Peacefmonline.com can confirm. Peacefmonline can also confirm that construction of the new residence being built at the Switch back road in Accra, has currently stalled though contract was awarded and started under the erstwhile John Mahama-led administration.

Parliament Approves 5-Member Special Committee To Investigate Bribery Allegation

Parliament has set up a five-member internal Committee to probe the bribery allegations involving Energy Minister, Boakye Agyarko and some leaders of the House. Speaker of Parliament, Professor Mike Oquaye approved an in-house Committee after a proposal by the Majority leader, Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu for a Committee to established.

Anim Piesie Calls For Applause For Mahama Ayariga

NDC Communicator, Bernard Anim Piesie has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to address the bribery allegation against the Minister for Energy, Boakye Agyarko. Mr. Anim Piesie noted that the bribery allegation is of interest to Ghana and so, just as the President impressed upon Ghanaians to be citizens and not spectators, in his inaugural speech; he expects him to equally speak on the bribery issue.

We Shouldn't Have Babies With Sharp Teeth - Otiko Djaba Jabs Okudzeto

Minister-designate for Gender, Children and Social Protection Otiko Afisa Djaba indirectly jabbed Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa during her vetting before the Parliamentary Appointments Commitee. During her vetting on Monday, the North Tongu MP sought from the minister-designate she intends strategising to "sanitize" Ghana's media.

Michael Okyere Baafi Appointed Exec Sec Of Ghana Free Zones Authority

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed Mr. Michael Okyere Baafi as Executive Secretary of the Ghana Free Zones Authority. Mr. Okyere Baafi's appointment comes following his instrumental role in the economic sector.

Kwesi Pratt Calls For Reform In The Parliamentary Appointments Committee

Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr. says there should be a reform in the composition of the Parliamentary Appointments Committee. Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Kwesi Pratt expressed worry over some members of the Appointments Committee, wondering why Ministerial nominees are on the Committee.

You Were Too Young To Understand - Osafo Maafo Rebukes Ablakwa

Senior Minister-designate Yaw Osafo Maafo somewhat put paid to claims that he, in his capacity as Minister of Finance, sought to raise a loan for the then Kufuor government from a lender that allegedly had a barbering shop as its offices. The nominee also addressed some "mischievous" newspaper reports published by theDaily Dispatch, which were raised by the Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, when he (Maafo) appeared before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee.

I'm A Faithful Tax Payer . . . I've Declared My Assets Twice & Will Do It Again - Osafo Maafo

Senior Minister-designate, Yaw Osafo Maafo has said that the government will review its agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Mr. Osafo Maafo noted that the IMF programme needs to be reviewed due to some lapses he identifies with the programme. He made this statement when he appeared before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee on Friday, January 20, 2017.

West Africa Must Stop This Yahya Jammeh "Nonsense" - Allotey Jacobs

Central Regional Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Allotey Jacobs says it is "nonsense" for Gambian President, Yahya Jammeh to continue his stay in office following his landmark electoral defeat. Contributing to Peace FM's Kokrokoo, Allotey Jacobs noted that should President Yahya Jammeh fail to hand over power, it may lead to chaos in the country.

ECOWAS Must Take Out Yahya Jammeh Now! - Kwamena Duncan

Central Regional Secretary of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwamena Duncan has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to use all necessary measures to expel Gambian President, Yahya Jammeh. Yahya Jammeh had initially conceded defeat, leading to the declaration of Adama Barrow as the President-elect of Gambia.

I Wish I Were An Ashanti...They Are Blessed - Allotey Jacobs

Allotey Jacobs says he wished he were an Ashanti because the Ashanti kingdom is blessed. Commenting on the funeral of the Asantehemaa on Peace FM's Kokrokoo, Allotey Jacobs was marvelled by the rituals and the culture characterizing the event.

Finance Ministry To Be Blamed For Delay In Payment of Allowances - EC

Communications Director of the Electoral Commission (EC), Eric Dzakpasu has assured electoral officials of the Commission's commitment to pay their allowances. Speaking in an interview with host Kwami Sefa Kayi on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Mr. Dzakpasu expressed worry over the delay in payment of the allowances but asked the electoral officials to be calm as the Commission works to resolve the conflict.

Yahya Jammeh Will Never Survive If He Refuses To Accept Defeat - Pratt

Kwesi Pratt, Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, has called for diplomatic sanctions to be meted out to President Yahya Jammeh of Gambia. Speaking on Peace FM's Kokrokoo, Mr. Pratt noted that the option to send troops to Gambia to expel the its leader from office may wreak havoc and eventually harm innocent citizens.

Give Akufo-Addo's Gov't Time To Work - Kwesi Pratt Urges

Kwesi Pratt has called on Ghanaians to give the current administration under the leadership of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo time to deliver on their promises. Mr. Pratt, contributing to Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', believed it's too early for Nana Addo and his government to be assessed.

It's Too Early To Assess Nana Addo . . . Give Him Time To Function - Kabila

James Kwabena Bomfeh, popularly called Kabila, has advised opposition parties to allow President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and his team to function effectively without any heckles. According to him, it is too early for the opposition to assess the performance of President Nana Akufo-Addo.

This Isn't The Period For Blame Games & Equalization - Jinapor Tells Gov't

Former Deputy Power Minister, John Jinapor has advised the current administration not to engage in any blame games. Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo' programme, John Jinapor noted that Ghanaians voted for a new government because they have confidence in President Nana Akufo-Addo.

Prez Akufo-Addo Must Begin To Crack The Whip On His Officials - Kwesi Pratt

Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr. has urged President Nana Akufo-Addo to crack the whip on his appointees. According to him, Nana Addo should begin to take remedial actions to save Ghana an embarrassment in the future. Kwesi Pratt was commenting on the issue of plagiarism regarding the President's inaugural speech on Saturday, January 7, 2017.

Nana Addo Has No Excuse But To Keep All His Promises - Kwesi Pratt

Kwesi Pratt, Editor-in-Chief of the Insight newspaper, has implored President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to keep all his promises to Ghanaians. According to Mr. Pratt, President Akufo-Addo has no excuse but to ensure that he completely delivers on his promises. Speaking on Radio Gold's 'Alhaji and Alhaji', he alluded to some of Nana Addo's campaign promises, calling on the President to surely create a dam in every village, establish a factory in very district, disburse 1 million cedis to all the 275 constituencies among others.

This Isn't The Period For Blame Games & Equalization - Jinapor Tells Gov't

Former Deputy Power Minister, John Jinapor has advised the current administration not to engage in any blame games. Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo' programme, John Jinapor noted that Ghanaians voted for a new government because they have confidence in President Nana Akufo-Addo.

Leave Asantehene Out Of Your Controversy - Nana B Tells Mahama

It appears that former President John Dramani Mahama's letter which was copied to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has sparked another controversy. On Tuesday, a letter dated January 10, 2017 was released by the former President withdrawing his request to keep his official residence and to use a State bungalow as his office.

Get A Proper Befitting Residence For A Veep - Jinapor

Former Deputy Power Minister has waded into discussions regarding Ex-President John Dramani Mahama's withdrawal of his request to keep his Cantonment official residence. Following some controversies and criticisms, the former President withdrew his request to foster good relationship with the new government.

Akufo-Addo Releases 3rd Batch of Ministers; 6 New Portfolios Under Office of The Prez

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has released the third batch of ministerial appointees to serve in his government. President Akufo-Addo named 11 nominees on Thursday, bringing the number of appointees to 36.

It Would Be Unlawful To Forcefully Eject Ex-Prez Mahama From His Official Residence - Gen. Mosquito

General Secretary of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and his government to uphold the laws of the country. Addressing the issue regarding former President John Mahama's request to retain his official residence, Mr. Asiedu Nketia, popularly called General Mosquito wondered why the government is making a big fuss over somehow an issue that could be easily solved.

Ex-President Mahama Will Not Be Allowed To Retain His Official Residence - Osafo-Maafo

Senior Minister-designate, Yaw Osafo-Maafo says government should make provision for a house for Ex-President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking in an interview on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Mr. Yaw Osafo-Maafo noted that it is prudent for the former President to be given a house as part of his ex-gratia.

'This Controversy Is Needless'....Mahama Withdraws Interest In Bungalow!

Peacefmonline.com can authoritatively confirm that former President John Mahama has written to President Nana Akufo-Addo withdrawing his earlier request to keep his current residence located at No.3 Prestige Link, Cantonments, Accra as part of his retirement package. The former president personally wrote to the current President, Nana Akufo-Addo rescinding his initially expressed interest.

Prez Names 12 More Ministers...Creates New Ministries, Realigns Others

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has created new ministries while decoupling others and re-aligning them, when on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, he announced 12 minister-designates expected to serve in his government.

The release of the second batch of ministers brings the total number of appointees to 25. The next batch, according to the president, will be released by Friday.

No Human Is Infallible; No Person Can Play God - Kabila Addresses Gov't's Plagiarism

James Kwabena Bomfeh, popularly called Kabila, has condemned the critics of the inaugural speech by His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. According to Kabila, the issue of plagiarism associated with Nana Addo's speech is a non-issue because no individual is infallible.

"I Want To Be Special Advisor To The Prez In Terms of Speech Writing" - Namoale To Nana Addo

Former Member of Parliament for La Dadekotopon, Nii Amasah Namoale has expressed unique interest in President Nana Akufo-Addo's government. Nii Amasah Namoale responding to a question on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo' programme, told host Nana Yaw Kesse that he would like President Nana Akufo-Addo to give him an appointment.

I'm Surprised "Plagiarism" Has Taken Centre Stage of Political Discourse - Nana Ofori Owusu

Nana Ofori Owusu, a member of the Progressive People's Party, has urged Ghanaians to treat with contempt the issues of plagiarism regarding the inaugural speech by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Speaking on Peace FM's 'kokrokoo' programme, Nana Ofori Owusu wondered why the issue of plagiarism seems to have taken the centre stage of political discourse in the country.

'Shoo'... As Rawlings Gives Oko Vanderpuiye Cold-Shoulder (WATCH)

It's amazing how people show respect to their elders, particularly in times of need. Some tend to kneel or bow before their superiors while others resort to other humble means to display their respectful character.

This was exactly the case at the forecourt of Parliament House Thursday when President John Dramani Mahama went to deliver his last State of the Nation's Address.