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Dafeamekpor sues Controller and Accountant-General over parliamentary bid
The Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has filed a lawsuit against Ghana’s Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Kwaning-Bosompem, seeking to prevent him from contesting in the New Patriotic Party’s upcoming parliamentary primaries.
Mr. Kwaning-Bosompem is aspiring to become the NPP’s parliamentary candidate for the 2024 polls in the Akim Swedru constituency.
Some Ghanaians have, in the last few weeks, exerted pressure on the Accountant General to resign from his position before participating in the primaries.
The South Dayi lawmaker has thus run to the court on the issue.
Dafeamekpor, in his writ, asked the court to declare as unconstitutional the Controller and Accountant-General’s decision to hold onto his position while vying for the parliamentary slot.
“A declaration that the Defendant is a civil servant and therefore cannot contest in the New Patriotic Party’s parliamentary primaries while holding office as the Controller and Accountant General.”
“A declaration that the Defendant as a civil servant can only contest in a political party’s parliamentary primaries if that civil servant has resigned from his position as a civil servant.”
He is also seeking an interlocutory injunction to restrain Mr. Kwaning-Bosompem from holding himself out as the Controller and Accountant General while he still maintains his Akim Swedru parliamentary candidacy.
“An Order of Interlocutory injunction restraining the Defendant from holding himself out as the Controller and Accountant General while he still maintains his candidacy to contest in the New Patriotic Party’s parliamentary primaries to be held on the 27th day of January 2024.”
The Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA) Ghana is also demanding the immediate removal of the Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Kwaning-Bosompem, from office for allegedly breaching the Civil Service Act, PNDC Law 327.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sadness over the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, King of Dagbon.
In a statement issued on Monday, President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the Government, extended his deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the entire nation.
“The Government of Ghana has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II,” the statement said.
President Mahama described the late King as a distinguished traditional ruler whose reign was defined by healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace in Dagbon following years of conflict.
The statement noted that His Majesty’s “unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and the welfare of his people created an enabling environment for development”and strengthened the partnership between traditional authorities and Government in advancing progress across Dagbon and Ghana.
The Government paid tribute to the life and legacy of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, and honoured his invaluable service to the nation.
“May his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to peace continue to inspire future generations. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
The passing of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II marks the end of an era for Dagbon, which saw significant strides in unity and development under his leadership.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Hohoe Municipality Command, has conducted fire safety inspections and public education at selected fuel filling stations within the municipality.
The exercise, held from July 3, 2026 to July 5, 2025 was led by the Municipal Commander, DO III Bismark Hosu-Porbley.
During the inspection, the team assessed the fire safety preparedness of the facilities. Staff were also educated on fire prevention, emergency response procedures, and the proper use of firefighting equipment.
Management of the affected fuel stations expressed appreciation for the exercise and pledged to comply with the recommended safety measures.
The GNFS said the exercise reaffirms its commitment to continuous fire safety awareness and risk reduction to safeguard lives and property.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
