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Anti-LGBTQ Bill: I’m disappointed in President Akufo-Addo – Della Sowah
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Kpando, Della Sowah has expressed her disappointment in President Akufo-Addo over his letter to Parliament.
The office of the President has officially requested Parliament to refrain from transmitting Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values affectionately referred to as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill to President Akufo-Addo for his assent.
The Executive Secretary, Nana Asante Bediatuo has written to Parliament on Monday, March 18, requesting that in light of two pending applications for an order of interlocutory injunction currently before the Supreme Court, the bill should not be transmitted to the President.
According to the letter, it would be inappropriate for Parliament to transmit the bill to the President to append his signature when the Supreme Court had not decided on the matter pending before it.
Responding to this, Della Sowah told spectator.com.gh that the action of President Akufo-Addo is shocking and a mockery of Ghana’s sovereignty.
According to her, this action by the President is a betrayal of the will of the people of Ghana.
Della Sowah wondered why the President would hide behind a pending interlocutory Injunction application at the Supreme Court to write such a letter to Parliament.
“This letter from the presidency shows a lack of respect for the Separation of Powers as enshrined in our laws,” she said.
Against this backdrop, she said the decision of the Speaker of Parliament not to approve President Akufo-Addo’s ministers as a result of a similar application at the Supreme Court was the way to go.
“I support the decision of the Speaker. The President can not show Parliament and Ghanaians such disrespect and have his way,” she said.
The Speaker of Parliament yesterday told the President that the House can not approve his ministers until the determination of a pending application at the Supreme Court.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened applications for members interested in contesting as its parliamentary candidates in the 2028 general elections.
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 29, 2026, the party said interested members must declare their intention to contest between Sunday, November 1, and Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
According to the statement signed by the party’s Communications Director, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, prospective candidates must complete an online form within the specified period.
The party said a non-refundable application fee of GH¢5,000 would be charged to each prospective candidate.
It added that all applicants would undergo vetting and screening to determine their eligibility to contest on the party’s ticket.
The NPP announced plans to organise capacity-building workshops for prospective candidates in December 2026. The workshops will be held across the Northern, Middle and Southern zones, with details of the venues to be announced later.
The party stressed that the guidelines would apply to all prospective candidates, including sitting NPP Members of Parliament who wish to contest again.
It further warned aspirants against starting campaign activities following the opening of the application process.
According to the statement, the existing directive prohibiting campaign activities remains in force until the party gives official clearance.
It cautioned that anyone who violates the directive would face appropriate sanctions under the party’s constitution and regulations.
The NPP said the process was designed to promote fairness, transparency and equal opportunities for all aspirants as it prepares to select candidates for all 276 constituencies ahead of the 2028 elections.
It urged prospective candidates to follow the guidelines and conduct themselves with discipline and respect for one another throughout the process.
The party said its broader objective was to strengthen unity within its ranks and rebuild public confidence ahead of the 2028 general elections.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Firefighters from the Upper West Regional Command have responded to a vehicular incident involving a long vehicle carrying 35 Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC totes) reportedly containing hydrogen peroxide at Goriyiri in the Nadowli-Kaleo District.
The five-member crew, led by ASTNO Balagee, reported to the scene where a fire and an explosion had reportedly occurred.
The firefighters assessed the scene, identified the chemical hazards and implemented appropriate response measures, bringing the situation under control.
The driver reportedly sustained severe chemical burns and was transported to the hospital for treatment.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
