Tuesday, December 22, 2015

What's The Sense In Rebranding Buses? - Kwesi Pratt Quizzes

Metro Mass Transport Bus (rebranding)
Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr., has questioned the wisdom in rebranding 116 buses, purporting that it was a "needless" and "senseless" act by the current administration.

To him, there are other pressing needs of Ghanaians that begs the attention of Government which the money could have been used for catered for in order to benefit Ghanainas directly.

NPP Becomes "Sexy" When United - Ex-President Kufour

Ex-President John Agyekum Kufour has advised the New Patriotic Party and has called on the party to maintain unity and order.

Speaking to delegates at Sunyani during the NPP Congress, Ex-President Kufour noted that it is only when the party is united that victory in the 2016 Elections will be guaranteed.

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Dum Sor Strikes IEA 25th Anniversary Lecture

Dum Sor caught up with the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) on Wednesday.

The Institute of Economic Affairs conducted a public lecture on Wednesday to look at the pros and cons of having free and fair elections in Africa.

IEA Lecture: Nigerian Former EC Boss Jega Addresses Electoral Issues In Africa

Prof. Attahiru Jega
The Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has advised the Electoral Commission and political parties to ensure stability in Ghana's electoral system.

Professor Attahiru Jega was in Ghana on Wednesday to deliver a public lecture on the election experiences in Nigeria.

Parliament Must Charge Power Minister For Perjury... - Kabila Tells MPs

James Kwabena Bomfeh has charged Ghana's Parliament to prosecute Power Minister Dr. Kwabena Donkor for perjury.

According to the CPP former General Secretary, Dr. Kwabena Donkor peddled falsehood on the floor of the House by bloating figures of a deal he signed with the Africa and Middle East Resources Investment Groups (Ameri Energy).

Did National Security Conduct Any Due Diligence On Ameri Group Deal? - CPP Guru Queries

Former General Secretary of the Convention People's Party (CPP) James Kwabena Bomfeh has questioned the role of the Bureau for National Investigations (BNI) in safeguarding the security of the country.

James Kwabena Bomfeh wondered how a certain Pakistani Norwegian named Umar Farooq Zahoor could beat the intelligence of the security forces and "dupe" Ghana.

EC Boss Should Have Been At IEA Election Lecture To Learn From The Nigerian Experience - Nana Konadu

Founder and flagbearer of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings has reiterated the need for a credible voters' register.

Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings called for a new register, stressing that the register is a panacea for Ghana's porous elections.

Dum Sor Is A Profit-Making Venture For The Mahama Gov't - Kwabena Bomfeh

James Kwabena Bomfeh strongly believes the current administration is cashing in on the power crises in the country.

Claiming that the power crises have become a profit-making venture for President John Mahama and his government, the Former National Youth Organiser for the Convention People's Party (CPP), was categorical in his remarks that the situation won't be resolved under the present administration.

Sunday, December 13, 2015

Do Not Abandon Kwabena Agyepong & Sammy Crabbe - Sir John


Former General Secretary of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie has urged the party members not to neglect the suspended leaders in the party.

Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie, affectionately called Sir John, commended the National Executive Council (NEC) and Disciplinary Committee for committing the party's General Secretary and Second National Vice Chairman to an indefinite suspension.

I Supported And Campaigned For Afoko, But... - Nana Akomea

Nana Akomea, Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has dismissed claims that the party's General Secretary and Second National Vice Chairman have been sacrificed because of their support for Presidential Aspirant Alan Kyeremateng.

According to him, there is no iota of truth in such claims because the party's Disciplinary Committee and National Executive Committee (NEC) are a mix of experienced leaders of the party.

Friday, December 11, 2015

What A Shame GIJ, Mafia Or Professionalism?


Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ) is at play again.

GIJ is one of the best Communications institutions in Africa and the world at large. It has the best, brilliant and experienced men and women for lecturers and the finest for a Rector but I guess the era of authoritarianism, where a group of people take decisions and it's supposed to be binding on all others whether they are wrong or right, has just begun.

Nana Yaa Jantuah Doesn't Deserve Our Money...& Her Job Either - Atik Mohammed

Nana Yaa Jantuah
Atik Mohammed is disappointed with the Public Relations Director of the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) Nana Yaa Jantuah.

The PNC's Policy Analyst wants Nana Yaa Jantuah out of office, claiming she doesn't deserve the mandate of Ghanaian to continue working with the PURC.

John Boadu Appointed Acting General Secretary

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Executive Committee has appointed John Boadu as the acting General Secretary of the party.

Fire Would Have Been Blazing In The NPP If They Had Not Suspend Duo - Amoako Baah

Head of Political Science Department at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Richard Amoako Baah has commended the opposition New Patriotic Party for suspending their General Secretary and Second Vice Chairman indefinitely.

The General Secretary Kwabena Agyei and Second Vice Chairman Sammy Crabbe have been suspended from the party's leadership on grounds of misconduct.

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Utility Tariffs: Nobody Should Attempt To "Bamboozle" Us - Kwesi Pratt

Kwesi Pratt Jnr. has condemned the new utility tariffs increment announced by the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC).

The PURC announced 59.2% and 67.2% increments in electricity and water respectively on Monday.

The changes will however, take effect from December 14 this year.

Utility Tariffs Increases: It Is A "Necessary Evil"...We Need Cash - Ade Coker

Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ade Coker has urged Ghanaians to cope with the new adjustments in utility tariffs.

Commenting on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Ade Coker noted that the government is not shirking its responsibility to end the perennial power shortages and challenges in the water sector.

Impeach Prez Mahama If... - Ade Coker Charges NPP


In the wake of the erratic power and water supply to communities across the nation, it may be obvious that many Ghanaians have already started counting the days of the Mahama administration.

With some people ready to kick President John Dramani Mahama out of the Flagstaff House, others believe he deserves a second term in office to remedy the economic situation of Ghana.

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Ghanaians Shouldn't Get Excited At All About Power Barge - Kweku Baako

Seasoned Journalist Abdul Malik Kweku Baako says Ghanaians should not be too happy about the introduction of the emergency power barge by the government to resolve the energy problems in the country.

Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', the Editor-in-Chief of theNew Crusading Guide held strongly that there is no need for Ghanaians to delight in this government's initiative.

There Will Be Broken Homes This X'mas... - Atik Predicts

Aspiring General Secretary of the People's National Convention (PNC), Atik Mohammed says Ghanaians should brace themselves up for some "unspeakable" events about to unfold before the year ends.

Delivering a "prophetic" message on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', the PNC activist noted that this year's Christmas may not be all rosy as some Ghanaians expect.

Anas' Exposé: 20 Judges Sacked

The Judicial Committee set up by the Chief Justice Mrs. Georgina Wood has sanctioned the indicted judges who were caught on cameras of ace investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas and his Tiger Eye Private Investigation Company.

The Judicial Council in September suspended 22 circuit court judges and magistrates following a damming video evidence detailing bribery in the judiciary.

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

The Time For Campaigning Is Not Now...Gov't Must Work To Solve 'Dum Sor' - Abu Jinapor

Member of the New Patriotic Party's Communications Team, Abu Jinapor has asserted that the energy sector was better off up until the inception of the current administration.

He indicts the Mahama government for worsening the energy situation and further overburdening the country's citizenry.

Thursday, November 26, 2015

NPP Raid: Security Agencies Must Investigate To Redeem Their Integrity - Kweku Baako

Editor-in-Chief of the New Crusading Guide, Abdul Malik Kweku Baako has urged security agencies in the country to launch thorough investigations into the dawn raid that occurred on Monday at the Headquarters of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Speaking on 'Kokrokoo' on Peace FM, Kweku Baako noted that the reputation of these agencies - Ghana Police and Ghana Armed Forces - is on the line if they fail to get to the bottom of the incident.

Ghana's Democracy Under Attack; Mahama Has Failed As Commander-in-Chief - Kwamena Duncan

Central Regional Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Kwamena Duncan has laid blame at the doorsteps of the Mahama-led NDC government for the raid that occurred at the NPP Headquarters a couple of days ago.

On Monday, November 22, 2015, some armed personnel trooped into the compound of the NPP headquarters and ransacked the offices, scattering documents all over the place.

'No' Votes For Prez Mahama Is A "Damning Verdict" By Party's Supporters - Awuku

National Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Sammy Awuku says the 'No' votes for President John Dramani Mahama in the NDC Primaries signifies a "damning verdict" of the party supporters against his candidacy in the 2016 general elections.

Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Sammy Awuku noted that the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) grassroots have lost confidence in the current Mahama administration and given a hint of his defeat in next year's elections.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

NPP Turning Into A "Terrorist Organization" if,... - Govt's Comms Team Member

FILE IMAGE: A recent scene of recurring political clashes at the NPP Headquarters...supporters of suspended Chairman Paul Afoko, calling for his reinstatement.
A Member of the Government's Communications Team has questioned the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP's) Flagbearer Nana Addo's competence in the wake of recurring political clashes at the party's headquarters.

Speaking on Kokrokoo on Peace FM, Anim Piesie juxtaposed Nana Addo's competence with President John Mahama's and believed the NPP under the leadership of Nana Addo has failed to be accommodative.

"No" Votes For Prez Mahama Proves That He's Under-Performing - Kabila

Former General Secretary of the Convention People's Party (CPP) James Kwabena Bomfeh has raised red flags over the number of "No" votes cast for President John Mahama during the NDC Primaries on Saturday.

According to him, the fact that President John Mahama had some people within his own party voting "NO" against is proof of his non-performance as President and leader of the nation.

Almighty E.T Mensah Flawed! No Power Can Stop An Idea That Must Happen - Kabila

James Kwabena Bomfeh has commended the Parliamentary candidate for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, for his victory over the long-serving Member of Parliament of the constituency.

E.T Mensah goes down memory lane as one of the long-serving Members of Parliament in the country.

He won the Parliamentary bid since 1992 and has since then, ousted his opponents.

NPP Should Come & Join NDC...We're An Accommodating Party - Anim Piesie

NDC Communicator Anim Piesie has asked the opposition New Patriotic Party to lock shoulders with the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).

Anim Piesie made a solemn call on the rank and file of the NPP on Monday's edition of 'Kokrokoo' on Peace FM for the NPP to join the NDC.

According to him, it appears the NPP as a party has a stake in NDC affairs and so, it is prudent for the party to come out boldly and declare their delight for the ruling party.

We Won't Protect Any Member...Enough Is Enough - Ursula Owusu Warns NPP

Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr. has condemned the recent ransacking of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) headquarters.

Contributing to Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', Kwesi Pratt stressed that it was a 'reckless and useless' act by the perpetrators who stormed the party headquarters.

NDC Has Exposed Prez Mahama To Public Ridicule - Ablekuma West MP

NPP Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Hon. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful says the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has exposed President John Dramani Mahama to public ridicule.

According to her, the leadership of the NDC has disgraced the President by allowing people to cast their votes for him during the just-ended Primaries.

If Ghana Goes Into Flame EC Boss Will Be Held Responsible - Ursula Owusu

Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Ursula Owusu Ekuful has admonished Electoral Commission Chairperson Charlotte Kesson-Smith Osei to take cue from incidents that characterized the just-ended NDC Primaries.

According to her, reports that some Parliamentary aspirants couldn't find their names in the voters' register are a recipe for chaos.

Friday, November 20, 2015

VIDEO: Mahama Has Disappointed Me; If He's 'Blockheaded' He Should Get Off - Countryman Songo

Renowned Sports Journalist, Patrick Osei Agyemang, affectionately called Countryman Songo has vouched for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Flagbearer Nana Addo for Presidency, come 2017.

He branded President Mahama as "dull" and earnestly called on Ghanaians to vote Nana Addo into power to salvage the economy, on his sports programme "Fire for Fire".

I'm Not Pleased With Prez Mahama At All, His Handlers Must Advise Him - Pratt

President John Mahama
Kwesi Pratt Jnr., Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, has implicitly accused President John Mahama of following the band wagon and creating problems for himself.

Mr. Pratt, speaking on 'Kokrokoo' on Peace FM, noted that the president nowadays is behaving like everyone else.

He wondered why the President has adopted an offensive approach in his public addresses.

Prez Mahama's "Cat Attitude" Is Deceiving...Respect Is Earned - John Boadu

National Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) John Boadu has likened the humbleness nature of President John Dramani Mahama to that of a "cat".

Making his submissions on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', John Boadu expressed disappointment in President John Mahama over his recent assessment of the opposition New Patriotic Party.

Ghanaians Are Even Kind To Prez Mahama..."Incompetent" Is A Generous Description - Atik

General Secretary Aspirant of the People's National Convention (PNC) Atik Mohammed has condemned recent comments by President John Dramani Mahama, targeted at minority NPP Running Mate Dr. Bawumia.

Speaking on Peace FM's Kokrokoo, Atik Mohammed wondered why President John Mahama is worried about the perceptions of Ghanaians towards his administration.