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Kennedy Agyapong picks nomination forms to contest in the 2026 NPP flagbearership race
Former Member of Parliament for Assin Central and flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has officially picked nomination forms to contest in the party’s 2026 presidential primaries.
The development was confirmed in a Facebook post by Kwesi Kwarteng, the official spokesperson for Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign team.
Kennedy Agyapong is known for his outspoken nature and strong views on national issues. He served as MP for Assin Central for nearly two decades, having first entered Parliament in 2001.
Over the years, he gained a reputation for speaking boldly on corruption, governance, and party matters.
During the 2024 NPP presidential primaries, Kennedy Agyapong emerged as a strong contender and came second in the race, trailing behind Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
His performance shocked many political observers and boosted his popularity within the party’s grassroots.
Outside Parliament, Kennedy Agyapong is a successful businessman. He owns several media houses, including Net2 TV and Oman FM, and has invested in various sectors such as real estate and agriculture.
His campaign message has often focused on patriotism, discipline, and job creation.
His decision to contest again in 2026 is seen by many as a continuation of his ambition to lead the NPP and eventually become president of Ghana.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has clarified that the proposed free primary healthcare policy is designed to support the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), not to take its place.
He explained that the initiative will work alongside the NHIS to improve access to basic healthcare services across the country.
He made the remarks at the official launch of the free primary healthcare programme held on Wednesday April, 15th 2026 at the Shai Osudoku District Hospital in Dodowa.
According to him, the introduction of free primary healthcare does not mean Ghanaians should stop registering for the NHIS.
He urged citizens to continue obtaining their NHIS cards, stressing that the scheme remains important for healthcare delivery beyond the primary level.
He further explained that under the new arrangement, patients seeking care at polyclinics, health centres, CHPS compounds, and health kiosks will not be required to present an NHIS card at the point of examination and treatment.
Instead, individuals will only need to show a Ghana Card or any valid form of identification to prove they are Ghanaians and residents within the community to access services.
He noted that the policy aims to remove barriers to basic healthcare and ensure that more people can receive treatment at the primary level without difficulty.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Police Service has arrested three (3) suspects in connection with a case of possession of narcotic drugs and engaging in prohibited drug-related activities within the Accra metropolis.
On April 10, 2026, the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector General of Police received intelligence that a group of individuals were planning to engage in the sale of suspected narcotic drugs at Dzorwulu in Accra.
A surveillance operation was mounted and on 11th April 2026, a Police team proceeded to the area and arrested two suspects, Bright Ayivor and Ifeanyi Ijeoba.
The suspects were found in possession of twenty-two (22) compressed substances suspected to be cocaine, which were being prepared for sale to a prospective buyer.
Further interrogation of the suspects led to the identification of a third suspect, Kwabena Botwe as a key figure in the drug trade.
A follow-up operation at Caprice resulted in his arrest after Police mounted surveillance during a planned transaction involving proceeds from the sale of the suspected drugs.
The suspect later led Police to his residence at Greda Estates, where a search resulted in the retrieval of an amount of GHc400,000 and a counting machine.
According to the police, during the operation, he attempted to bribe the arresting officers with an additional GHc420,000, which has been retained as evidence.
All the suspects are currently in Police custody assisting investigations and will be put before the court.
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