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Missouri state Sen. Rick Brattin stepped down as chairman of the Missouri Freedom Caucus after voting in favor of $1.5 billion in tax incentives to finance new or renovated stadiums for the Chiefs and Royals. The group had pledged to oppose the funding scheme, calling it a "handout
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The Bolgatanga Central Member of Parliament, Isaac Adongo, has criticized the Minority Caucus for their inconsistent behavior regarding the detention of Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. The Minority Caucus had earlier announced a boycott of parliamentary business if
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Ghana's politics continues to heat up with the news of Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Member of Parliament for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture, setting the stage for a potential presidential bid within the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Following encouragement from party supporters and thorough discussions with
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Former Minister for Food and Agriculture and current Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has taken the first step towards a potential leadership bid within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) by forming an exploratory committee. The committee's purpose is to assess the viability of his bid
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As the Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong has taken a significant step towards potentially becoming Ghana's next president. He has established an exploratory committee to engage stakeholders, listen to the voices of grassroots and constituents, and test the alignment between his vision and the aspirations
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The latest exchange in Ghana's economic debate has highlighted the divergent views on the current government's role in the country's economic recovery. Former Finance Minister and Ranking Member of Parliament's Finance Committee, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has vigorously disputed claims by his
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Ghanaian former Minister of Food and Agriculture Dr. Bryan Acheampong has announced his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) flagbearer position ahead of the 2028 general elections. Acheampong's decision was confirmed through social media posts by GHOne TV and Okay FM, citing his aim
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The National Assembly Pensioners are facing a crisis due to the delayed implementation of the National Assembly Pensions Act 2023. Despite budgetary provisions for the Pensions Board in 2024 and 2025, the board has yet to be inaugurated, leaving retirees in a precarious situation. In a letter dated May 17,
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Venezuelans are voting on Sunday in a crucial electoral event, with the opposition urging a boycott amidst a worsening crisis. The vote is seen as a test for President Nicolas Maduro's government, which has been facing increasing pressure from various quarters. The elections, which were originally scheduled for
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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has implemented a "zero-tolerance" policy towards corruption, affecting his allies, including Shiv Sena and Nationalist Congress Party. Fadnavis allegedly recovered cash worth crores from a private assistant of a Shiv Sena legislator, sparking allegations of bribery. This move has strained relationships between Fadnavis and
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Ghanaian Vice Presidential candidate, Kwame Owusu Danso, has fired back at critics who have questioned the use of a private jet by his wife's boss, Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang. The NPP had criticized the government for what they deemed extravagant spending, citing the cost of the
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A new law passed by Parliament in Uganda is set to govern the army, defining five major offences that, when committed by civilians, can be tried in military tribunals. The legislation will become enforceable once President Museveni signs it into law. The law specifies circumstances under which a civilian can
