Tag Archives: democracy

Centre for Social Democracy files RTI petition demanding handing over notes of Akufo-Addo

The Centre for Social Democracy has filed Right to Information (RTI) request to ascertain whether President Nana Dankwa Akufo-Addo government has submitted his handing-over notes covering his term in office. This request, according to the Civil Society Organization (CSO) is in accordance of requirements of Section 6(4) of the Presidential …

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Election 2024: US announces new visa restriction policy for people undermining Ghana’s democracy

The United of America has imposed a new visa restriction policy for any individual responsible for undermining democracy in Ghana ahead of the December 7, general electiions. According to the US Department of State, the visa restriction policy would apply only to specific individuals who undermine democracy and is not …

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“Don’t use democracy and freedom of speech as a guise to insult people in authority” – Ghanaians told

The Techiman Forikromhene and Benkumhene of the Techiman Traditional Area, Okogyeman Kese Basahyia II, has cautioned the populace against insulting elders and people in authority with the excuse of democracy and freedom of speech. Okogyeman Kese Basahyia II, says freedom of speech comes with corresponding responsibilities, and it should not …

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Democracy Cup: Saddick Adams teases Hearts of Oak

Renowned Sports Journalist, Saddick Adams has criticised Accra Hearts of Oak for losing the Democracy Cup to their rival, Kumasi Asante Kotoko who played with new signed players. Asante Kotoko beat Hearts of Oak 2-1 at the Accra Sports Stadium to claim the Democracy Cup on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. …

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“Not everyone deserves a virgin” – Kotoko first post after winning Democracy Cup

Kumasi Asante Kotoko beat Hearts of Oak 2-1 at the Accra Sports Stadium to win the maiden edition of the Democracy Cup on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Ahead of the match, Kumasi Asante Kotoko at a press conference said “The Narrative of Hearts of Oak winning maiden trophies was going …

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“America is a constitutional republic not a democracy” – Social media users attack Barack Obama

Social media users have attacked former president Barack Obama over his comment about Independence Day celebrations in the United States. July 4 is a special day for Americans as the day is celebrated with huge joy since it marks the US Independence in 1776. In a short message for the …

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Our democracy is not yet virile if the people are still suffering – Atiku Abubakar

The 2023 presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Alhaji Atiku Abubakar believes the democracy in Nigeria is not matured if it fails to deliver the promises of prosperity and liberty to the people. According to the former Vice President, it is commendable that for 25 years, Nigeria has witnessed …

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Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey speaks on democracy at University of Buckingham Campus

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey is set to speak on the threats facing democracies, the falling development cooperation moded that has evolved as part of the Second World War arrangements. The talk is scheduled for Thursday, 23rd May,  2024 at the University of …

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True democracy goes beyond elections – Mahama asserts

Former president, John Dramani Mahama has underscored the need to improve the standard of living of every citizen under a democratic governance. According to him, true democracy goes beyond elections. Adding that democracy should improve governance and enhance individual freedoms. “True democracy goes beyond elections; it should improve governance, enhance …

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