A former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, has cursed the National Democratic Congress over what she describes as the party’s role in denying her victory in the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun.

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the launch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) amended constitution on Tuesday, December 3, 2025, she stated, “I have cursed the NDC for what they did to me at Ablekuma. God is a just God, and I know they will pay for it.”

Nana Akua Afriyie insisted that she won the seat with a margin of 414 votes.

“I won the Ablekuma North elections, and I keep repeating I won with 414 votes, and the original pink sheet bears me out.

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“I’m not in Parliament today only because my party is not in power, and someone thinks her party is in power and so she would take the seat from me by force. We went to court, and the judge asked us to return to the EC, but because it wasn’t my party in power, they orchestrated for the EC to rerun the elections in 19 polling stations,” she alleged.

Ewurabena Aubynn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) won the Ablekuma North parliamentary seat, defeating the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate, Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, by a narrow margin of 209 votes.

NDC’s Ewurabena Aubynn wins Ablekuma North parliamentary seat

The rerun, conducted in 19 polling stations, overturned Afriyie’s initial lead and ended the NPP’s 28-year dominance in the constituency, which it had held consistently since 1996, except for the 1992 Election when the party boycotted.

The rerun was organised to resolve disputes over the 2024 general election results in the constituency.

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I have cursed the NDC — Akua Afriyie, NPP 2024 Parliamentary Candidate for Ablekuma North.

Akua Owusu Afriyie has claimed that she was denied her rightful victory in the 2024 parliamentary elections, alleging deliberate sabotage by the sitting NDC government..@eddie_wrt pic.twitter.com/I9OfB70Rkl

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A former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, has cursed the National Democratic Congress over what she describes as the party’s role in denying her victory in the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun.

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the launch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) amended constitution on Tuesday, December 3, 2025, she stated, “I have cursed the NDC for what they did to me at Ablekuma. God is a just God, and I know they will pay for it.”

Nana Akua Afriyie insisted that she won the seat with a margin of 414 votes.

“I won the Ablekuma North elections, and I keep repeating I won with 414 votes, and the original pink sheet bears me out.

Ablekuma North: Akua Afriyie apologises to NPP for flouting boycott directive

“I’m not in Parliament today only because my party is not in power, and someone thinks her party is in power and so she would take the seat from me by force. We went to court, and the judge asked us to return to the EC, but because it wasn’t my party in power, they orchestrated for the EC to rerun the elections in 19 polling stations,” she alleged.

Ewurabena Aubynn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) won the Ablekuma North parliamentary seat, defeating the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate, Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, by a narrow margin of 209 votes.

NDC’s Ewurabena Aubynn wins Ablekuma North parliamentary seat

The rerun, conducted in 19 polling stations, overturned Afriyie’s initial lead and ended the NPP’s 28-year dominance in the constituency, which it had held consistently since 1996, except for the 1992 Election when the party boycotted.

The rerun was organised to resolve disputes over the 2024 general election results in the constituency.

Watch the video below:

I have cursed the NDC — Akua Afriyie, NPP 2024 Parliamentary Candidate for Ablekuma North.

Akua Owusu Afriyie has claimed that she was denied her rightful victory in the 2024 parliamentary elections, alleging deliberate sabotage by the sitting NDC government..@eddie_wrt pic.twitter.com/I9OfB70Rkl

— Ghana Vibes (@ghanavibes3) December 3, 2025

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Accra, Dec. 3, GNA – Ghana has expressed deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating political and human rights situation in Tanzania following the country’s general elections held on October 29, 2025.

It urged restraint, accountability and transparency from all actors involved.

In a statement issued in Accra on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the post-election environment in Tanzania “has unfortunately been characterised by significant security developments.”

This, it said, included “loss of lives, street clashes and violent stand-offs between the security forces and protesters, with considerable implications for the long-term stability of the country.”

Ghana extended condolences to bereaved families and sympathy to those injured in the violence, stressing its regret over the civilian casualties that have emerged from the tensions.

“Ghana particularly regrets the civilian casualties and extends heartfelt condolences to all the families who are grieving their loved ones lost to the unwarranted violence. We also wish speedy recovery to all those who have suffered injuries,” the statement said.

The Ministry affirmed its support for assurances by Tanzanian authorities to address impunity and uphold accountability, justice and respect for constitutional order.

It emphasized that effective policing and public order measures must form part of broader strategies aimed at protecting human rights, especially for protesters, and called on the Tanzanian government to ensure its security forces and related institutions uphold these obligations.

According to the statement, Ghana stressed “the need for enhanced efforts on the part of all stakeholders, including the authorities, political parties, civil society, protesters and the security forces to respect the rule of law and democracy while upholding good governance and safeguarding the civic space critical to preventing any violations and abuses.”

As a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Ghana aligned itself with calls made by the African Union, the Commonwealth and the United Nations for maximum restraint and credible investigations into the post-election disturbances.

The statement said, “a fair, inclusive and equitable process anchored in the rule of law will provide the victims, including those detained and the alleged perpetrators, access to due process guaranteed under international human rights law.”

Ghana also urged the international community to extend necessary support to Tanzania as the country navigates its post-election challenges.

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The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has amended its constitution as part of measures to build a strategic framework aimed at addressing the factors that led to its defeat in the 2024 general elections.

Speaking at the unveiling of the amended constitution on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the General Secretary of the NPP, Justin Kodua Frimpong, stated that neglect of party executives as well as weakness in communication contributed to their defeat.

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“Many of the challenges that resulted in our defeat in the 2024 Election have been addressed through this amendment. We are aware that one reason we did not secure the necessary votes to win the election was voter apathy, which was also fueled by the neglect felt by several former party executives.

“Under the revised constitution, we have expanded the electoral college to include former executives at both district and national levels with voting rights. This measure seeks to tackle the issue of apathy within our party,” he explained.

Justin Kodua also acknowledged criticisms regarding the party’s communication strategy.

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He noted that despite the party’s numerous achievements, lack of coordination among communication directors limited the effectiveness of its messaging.

“Another factor contributing to our loss was criticism of our communication. We had accomplished a lot, but failed to communicate these achievements effectively, largely due to poor coordination among our communication directors,” he said.

Justin Kodua said the amendments reflect lessons learned from the 2024 Election and are designed to strengthen party structures, engagements, and messaging ahead of future contests.

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Paul Yandoh, Ashanti Regional NPP Executive, has indicated that former National Service Authority (NSA) boss Osei Assibey Antwi may likely spend the Christmas holiday in custody due to the severity of his alleged offenses.

“The allegations against him are grave. Considering the hefty bail conditions, I feel he will spend Christmas in custody,” Yandoh said in an interview on Ezra Adekyee which was monitored by MyNewsGh.

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The death of the man is linked to suicide

A man believed to be a member of the Ghana Drunkards Association has been discovered dead in what authorities suspect to be a suicide at Ablekuma-Olebu in the Anyaa Sowutuom Constituency of the Greater Accra Region.

According to a metrotvonline.com report on December 3, 2025, the association’s president, Moses Drybone, disclosed that the deceased had been battling personal difficulties, particularly tensions at home.

He noted that the man had recently expressed frustration over his wife’s behaviour, which had deeply affected his emotional wellbeing.

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Drybone stated that the troubled situation often drove the man away from home to spend time with friends in search of relief.

However, his sudden disappearance for several days raised alarm among acquaintances.

His body was later found hanging in his room, with a sponge fastened around his neck.

39-year-old man found dead in well in suspected act of suicide

Police officers who arrived at the scene retrieved the decomposing body and transferred it to the morgue.

Investigations have commenced to uncover the exact circumstances that led to the tragic incident, the report stated.

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Fresh scrutiny is increasing over the Akufo-Addo government’s controversial drone medical delivery deal with Zipline, with new details showing that the then Minister of Health, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, lied to Parliament by claiming that the state would not spend a dime on the emergency health delivery service across the country.

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Access Bank Ghana’s recognition as the nation’s second most gender diverse board reveals a striking pattern: corporate Ghana is advancing women’s representation faster than its political institutions, creating what governance experts describe as a troubling disconnect between boardroom progress and parliamentary stagnation.

The bank secured its second place ranking with 44 percent female board representation, significantly above the national average of 25 percent, according to the Ghana Board Diversity Index Report 2025 published by The Boardroom Africa and Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE). That achievement stands in sharp contrast to parliament’s mere 14.9 percent female representation, with women occupying just 41 of 276 parliamentary seats.

The divergence grows more pronounced when examining leadership structures. Access Bank operates with a woman board chair and woman chief operating officer alongside 50 percent female non executive directors. Meanwhile, Ghana in January 2025 inaugurated its first female vice president, marking what advocates consider overdue progress in political representation.

Corporate Ghana shows uneven but measurable advancement. Fourteen out of 36 listed companies achieved 30 percent or more women board representation in 2024, representing 39 percent of listed firms. That figure represents a seven percentage point improvement from 2023, though overall female board presence declined one percent to 24 percent as some companies reduced director numbers.

Political institutions lag dramatically. The 2023 Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) report ranked Ghana 147th out of 193 countries, placing the nation behind regional neighbors Rwanda, Senegal, and Namibia. District level elections in December 2023 produced 95.9 percent male assembly members, with females constituting just 4.1 percent.

The contrast reflects different mechanisms for change. Corporate boards respond to shareholder pressure, international investment standards, and research linking diversity to performance. Companies chaired by women show 80 percent likelihood of achieving 30 percent diversity thresholds, compared to 26 percent for male chaired companies, demonstrating how leadership composition influences recruitment.

Politics operates under different constraints. Ghana’s single member district or first past the post electoral system is known by scholars as woman unfriendly, with candidate selection occurring through party primaries that research shows disadvantage female aspirants through financial barriers and structural bias.

Access Bank Managing Director Pearl Nkrumah emphasized institutional commitment drives results. The bank’s diversity represents strategic planning rather than compliance, she noted, with policies spanning leadership training, targeted recruitment, and mentorship programs designed to build female leadership pipelines.

That contrasts with political pathways where women candidates win in proportion to their candidacies, meaning if they represent 10 percent of candidates, they secure 10 percent of positions. The challenge lies not in voter discrimination but in barriers preventing women from becoming candidates initially.

Regional comparisons underscore Ghana’s political underperformance. Rwanda’s parliament shows women holding 63.8 percent of Chamber of Deputies seats and 53.8 percent of senate positions, achieved through constitutional provisions mandating minimum representation. African parliaments overall show women constituting 26 percent of lower houses and 21 percent of upper houses.

The corporate sector faces its own limitations. Financial services, despite having the highest aggregate number of women directors at 32, shows only 29 percent of sector companies achieving the 30 percent threshold. Some sectors perform better, with telecommunications, fast moving consumer goods, and publishing showing 100 percent of companies exceeding diversity benchmarks.

Access Bank Chair Ama Sarpong Bawuah connected board composition to business outcomes, arguing organizations reflecting market diversity gain advantages in innovation and sustainability. That business case reasoning influences corporate behavior differently than political incentives, where Ghana ranks 119th out of 146 countries in political empowerment according to the 2024 global gender gap report.

The persistence of male only boards highlights remaining work. Fourteen percent of listed companies maintained boards with no female directors in 2024, up from 11 percent in 2023. Progress appears neither linear nor guaranteed without sustained institutional pressure.

For observers tracking gender equity, Access Bank’s achievement illuminates both possibility and paradox. Corporate structures demonstrate Ghanaian women can occupy leadership when systems support advancement, while political institutions reveal how electoral mechanisms and cultural barriers combine to restrict representation despite women comprising 50.7 percent of Ghana’s population.

The question confronting policymakers involves whether corporate lessons translate to political reform, or whether fundamentally different incentive structures require separate strategies for achieving gender parity across public and private sector leadership.

The political commentator Kevin Taylor has accused the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) of leaking sensitive petitions to the media. Speaking on his show “With All Due Respect”, he revealed that one of the petitions, which President Mahama had forwarded to the Chief Justice for review, was reportedly leaked to Citinews.

According to Taylor, the Chief Justice sent a copy of the petition to the OSP seeking their response. However, instead of handling it privately, the OSP allegedly shared the petition with Citinews.

Kevin Taylor claim the media report claiming they intercepted the petition directly from the Chief Justice is not true as the OSP themselves gave the petition to the news outlet.

He described these actions as part of several “diabolic” moves by the OSP, aimed at manipulating public perception and creating misinformation. Taylor expressed concern that such leaks could undermine the integrity of sensitive investigations and compromise public trust in state institutions.

The petition in question is part of a series of complaints sent to President Mahama, requesting the removal of the Special Prosecutor and some Electoral Commission officials.

Once the President receives such petitions, they are sent to the Chief Justice, who examines them to see if there is a strong case. Only after this review can further action, including forming an investigative committee, take place.

Taylor’s revelations have sparked debate among the public about the conduct of the OSP. Many are questioning how an institution created to fight corruption could be involved in leaking sensitive information.

Citizens have called for transparency and strict adherence to rules, especially when handling petitions that could affect important national institutions.

The OSP has yet to respond to Kevin Taylor’s accusations. Meanwhile, the Chief Justice is expected to continue reviewing the petitions, while the media and the public watch closely for further developments.

Matthew Nyindam is the disputed MP for Kpandai

On November 24, 2025, Justice Emmanuel Bart-Plange Brew of the Tamale High Court, in a ruling on the parliamentary election for the Kpandai constituency, ordered a rerun of the election, which is currently held by Matthew Nyindam of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

The Electoral Commission has also been ordered to conduct the election rerun within 30 days.

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In a 155-page decision shared by TheLawPlatform, the Tamale High Court held that non-compliance with electoral regulations had materially affected the integrity of the vote.

The petitioner, National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Daniel Nsala Wakpal, had argued that the December 7, 2024, election was marred by irregularities challenging the legitimacy of the results from the December 7, 2024, election.

The official results annulled by the High Court showed Nyindam winning with 27,947 votes (53.47%) against Wakpal’s 24,213 votes (46.33%).

High Court orders rerun of Kpandai parliamentary election

The judgment has been criticised by the NPP, with the Minority in Parliament questioning how a petition about 41 polling stations resulted in a rerun of 150 polling stations.

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Dunyo was detained by US customs and border patrol officers

A 35-year-old Ghanaian national living in London, identified as Patrick Kwaku Dunyo, has been apprehended, detained, and removed by US Customs and Border Protection officers.

Dunyo was detained at the Washington Dulles International Airport on Saturday, November 22, 2025, after he was flagged as being wanted by London authorities on alleged child rape charges.

According to a report on the official website of cbp.gov, Dunyo, described as a “wanted fugitive,” arrived on a flight from Frankfurt, Germany, after being sought by the London Metropolitan Police Service on charges of raping a 16-year-old and sexual assault during an incident alleged to have occurred on November 21.

The report added that London law enforcement learned of Dunyo’s departure on a flight bound for Dulles Airport, prompting a coordinated effort between the Metropolitan Police Service and the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations attaché at the US Embassy in London to ensure he was detained upon arrival at Dulles Airport.

Customs and Border Protection officers are reported to have verified Dunyo’s identity, determining that he was inadmissible to the United States.

The officers then allowed him to withdraw his application for admission and returned him to London, where he was arrested by local authorities.

Christine Waugh, the Customs and Border Protection Area Port Director for Washington, DC, said that by capturing criminals who attempt to flee across borders, the agency helps ensure that victims receive justice.

“Dulles airport may be about 3,700 miles from London, but this apprehension proves that authorities working together across the globe can ensure justice for all… CBP helps victims to have a voice by working with our law enforcement partners, both stateside and overseas, to capture wanted fugitives and return them to justice,” she said.

Additionally, Ricardo Mayoral, the Homeland Security Investigations Assistant Director of International Operations, stated that Dunyo’s removal demonstrates their commitment and efforts to protect victims.

“The successful removal of Patrick Dunyo, who was sought by London authorities in connection with serious child exploitation charges, demonstrates the unwavering commitment of Homeland Security Investigations to safeguarding the most vulnerable among us,” he said.

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