His dream and desire have been to be named the National Best Farmer one day.

As Ghana gears up for the December 7 elections, there is one undeniable truth: communication is more than just a tool for political engagement; it is the lifeblood of a healthy democracy. 

The country's democratic history has seen periods of tension and, in some cases, violence. Ethical communication, especially in an election year, holds the power to unite or divide, to build trust or sow discord.

Ghana ranks seventh in a list of countries with most-educated politicians.An article that explores which countries have the most educated politicians has indicated. The article is based on two studies conducted by researchers from global universities using data from 2015, 2017, and 2023.

This is a from a Global Legislators Database that looked at 56 countries with population over two million.

At the launch of the manifesto for Election 2024 in Accra last week, the vice-presidential candidate of the Convention People's Party (CPP), Wayoe Ghanamannti, also known as George Tetteh Wayoe said there will be no incarceration for the possession of ‘ganja’ or 'cannabis'under a future CPP government.

He said the youth must rise up and bring back the spirit of Kwame Nkrumah into the leadership of the country.

With 19 days for Ghana to go to the polls, contesting political parties must commit to a peace pact as soon as possible, the United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, has advised.

“All political parties must sign the peace pact as soon as possible because that is a sure way to signal to the young people on the streets that violence in any form will not be the way to go during the elections,” she stated.

The Convention People's Party (CPP) 2024 Manifesto is dedicated to women, the presidential candidate of the party, Nana Akosua Frimpomaa Sarpong-Kumakumah, has said.

She said "The Women's Manifesto” was a call to action, “where everyone would live in dignity, participate in prosperity and shape their destiny in a nation free of dependency”.

“A government may not be able to make every citizen rich. But, with political will and responsible leadership, a government can help create a society of opportunities and empowerment for every citizen, and I know no better way to do so but through access to education”. 
(Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Official launch of Free Senior High School. Tuesday, September 12, 2017)

Members of the Akyem Oda Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) last Sunday organised a four-hour health walk through the principal streets of Oda.

Communications scholar, Professor Etse Sikanku, has voiced his confidence in Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s ability to transform Ghana, should he ascend to the presidency. 

The Black Stars will not feature at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco next year, following a disappointing qualifying campaign that ended with a draw against Angola. This result marked the end of Ghana’s 20-year streak of consecutive AFCON appearances.  

Ghana coach Otto Addo has defended himself against criticism following the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the first time in 20 years.

The Ghana National Gas Company Limited (GNGCL) has reportedly saved more than $250 million by relying entirely on Ghanaian engineers and technicians for the operation and maintenance of its gas processing plant.  

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has endorsed Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the ideal candidate to lead Ghana, citing his technical expertise and proven leadership in addressing Ghana's pressing challenges.

Speaking in an interview which was aired on Sunday evening [Nov 17, 2024], the former President extolled Dr. Bawumia's transformative vision and policies, which he believes have the potential to propel Ghana into a new era of development and progress.  

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has commenced the destruction of electoral materials for the Ahafo and Volta Regions following discrepancies in the serialisation of ballot papers.  

A retired justice of the Supreme Court, William Atuguba has been very vocal recently in relation to the recent suit by the Majority Leader in Parliament Alexander Afenyo-Markin. Prior to judgement, he had argued that he felt the appropriate forum for the suit was the High Court and not the Supreme Court. He said this in separate interviews with TV3 and Joy News. 

On Saturday (Nov 16], he granted another interview to TV3 and reiterated his position and disagreed with the Supreme Court for handling a case concerning the interpretation of Article 97(1)(g) and (h) of the 1992 Constitution.

Ghana’s coach Otto Addo has admitted that his side was second-best during their 1-1 draw against Angola in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, a result that confirmed the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the tournament for the first time in two decades.  

Ghana’s hopes of salvaging pride in their final AFCON 2025 qualifier against Niger have suffered a significant blow, with key players ruled out due to injuries. 

In a poignant act of advocacy, a Ghanaian mother, Adjoa, journeyed nearly 10,000 kilometres with her baby to attend the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan. Her mission was clear: to demand urgent action from global leaders, stating, “My son’s future is at stake because of the impacts of climate change.”

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has significantly enhanced its operational capabilities with the acquisition of 23 new utility vehicles, courtesy of the government of Ghana. 

Tourism Ambassador Afua Asantewaa is set to make a second attempt at the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest singing marathon (sing-a-thon) this December. 

In a bid to ensure a high level of professionalism and to maintain global standards at all levels of the electoral process, the Electoral Commission yesterday, 15th November, 2024, took a decision to reprint ballot papers for the Ahafo and Volta Regions. 

This was based on the Commission's own audit process instituted at all Printing Houses responsible for printing ballot papers for the 2024 elections.

An Oncology and Radiotherapy Consultant at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Prof. Joel Yarney, has encouraged men to psyche themselves to deal with the prostate cancer menace once they are of age since it is not preventable.

He said prostate cancer was not meant for certain categories of people but rather all men were susceptible.

Prof. Yarney was contributing to a panel discussion at a public engagement on prostate cancer organised by the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC), in partnership with the Society of Medical Physicists and the University of Ghana Medical Centre, in Accra last Thursday. 

The lecture formed part of GAEC's 60th anniversary celebration.

A road map for the implementation of a robust early warning system (EWS) for disaster mitigation in the country has been developed and will be rolled out within one month.

The Director-General of the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet), Dr Eric Asuman, who made this known to the Daily Graphic, said the roadmap would not only become the source document for the implementation of the EWS but also address gaps in disseminating climate and weather information for prompt response. 

Seychelles and Ghana celebrated the centennial anniversary of Asantehene Nana Agyeman Prempeh I return to his country last Monday with the official opening of the King in Exile exhibition at the National Library Gallery.

The Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, has urged public health schools to focus on training health professionals who are not only knowledgeable in their various disciplines but also adaptable to the rapidly changing landscape of healthcare.