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The Bongo Constituency Chairman Who Nearly Denied His Constituency a DCE

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The Bongo Constituency Chairman Who Nearly Denied His Constituency a DCE - Greed or Vindictiveness? How Selective Leadership Almost Cost Bongo Its Presiding Member and DCE.   Bongo Constituency came dangerously close to a governance crisis — rumors from Party sympathizers who came to observe the process were all pointing to the biased leadership style of the Bongo Constituency Chairman, Mr. Tahiru Aberinga, and the Member of Parliament.  They grumbled that the Chairman and MP's selective and unfair approach to appointing government appointees  was the cause of the  confusion and division within the party and the District Assembly. Reports has it that the chairman and MP perpetrated the act without broad consultation, appointments were given even to Constituency executives leaving the grassroots based on loyalty to a privileged few rather than merit, balance, or competence. This created discontent and division among assembly members. When it was time to elect a Presid...
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New Era Begins: President Mahama Reconstitutes Boards and Corporations

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New Era Begins: President Mahama Reconstitutes Boards and Corporations In accordance with the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845), a new chapter has begun in Ghana's governance as all members of statutory boards, corporations, commissions, and councils appointed by the former President or a former Minister of State have ceased to hold office ¹. As of January 7, 2025, these members have formally relinquished their positions, paving the way for the assumption of office by His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama. This transition marks a significant milestone in Ghana's democratic process, ensuring a smooth handover of power and continuity of governance. Key Provisions of the Presidential (Transition) Act The Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012, outlines the framework for the transfer of power from one democratically elected President to another. The Act establishes the Transition Team, co-chaired by the incumbent President and the President-elect, to facilitate a se...
Location: Accra, Ghana
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VIDEO: Over 400 Delegates (Branch Executives) Accompanied Hon. Edward Bawa To His Vetting.

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  Over 400 Delegates (Branch Executives) Accompanied Hon. Edward Bawa To His Vetting. It was a momentous day for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Upper East Region as Hon. Edward Bawa, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Bongo, underwent his vetting for the upcoming presidential and parliamentary primaries. Over 400 delegates, including Branch Executives, accompanied Hon. Bawa to the Upper East Regional NDC office at Zuarungu for this crucial event. Click to watch video below As the excitement and anticipation filled the air, Hon. Bawa entered the vetting room with confidence and composure. He was well-prepared and ready to answer any questions that may come his way. The vetting process is a rigorous one, as the NDC wants to ensure that only the best candidates represent the party in the upcoming elections. Hon. Bawa, who has served as the MP for Bongo for the past four years, has a strong track record of dedication and service to his constituents. He has been activ...
Location: Upper East Region, Ghana
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Hon. Edward Bawa Successfully Filed Nomination Papers for NDC Primaries

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Hon. Edward Bawa Successfully Filed Nomination Papers for NDC Primaries. On the morning of March 20th, 2023, a team representing Hon. Edward Bawa, the incumbent member of parliament for Bongo, successfully filed his nomination papers for the upcoming NDC parliamentary and presidential primaries. The team, led by Comrade Akugre Abane, the ward co-ordinator for Samboligo Electoral Area, presented the forms to the Bongo Constituency Election Committee on behalf of the candidate. The filing of the nomination papers marks an important milestone for Hon. Edward Bawa's bid to retain his seat as the MP for Bongo. The NDC primaries will determine the party's candidates for the upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections, and securing a place on the ballot is a crucial step for any aspiring candidate. Hon. Edward Bawa's team, comprised of zonal Reps, worked tirelessly to ensure that the nomination papers were filed in a timely and efficient manner. The process involved collecti...
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VIDEO: If This Country Goes To War, It Will Be On Your Head - Hon. Edward Bawa To Electoral Commission Chairlady Jean Mensa.

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If This Country Goes To War, It Will Be On Your Head - Hon. Edward Bawa To Electoral Commission Chairlady Jean Mensa. The Honourable MP For Bongo,  Hon. Edward Abambire Bawa has chastised the chair lady for the Electoral Commission Of Ghana over her recent strife to have only the Ghana Card as the only required document for registration of the Voters ID. During the EC Boss delivery on the floor of parliament earlier today concerning the new EC C.I for the 2024 General Elections, She insisted on the need to use only the Ghana Card as basis and eligibility for registration of the Voters ID. She denounced the relevance of Birth certificate and passport. This her stance was what pushed the honorable MP for Bongo to site election related violence that occured in neighbouring countries like Cote D'Ivoire etc. The law maker further pointed it out to the EC Boss that should Incase Ghana's long outstanding peace gets disrupted because of election related violence and wars, it will be ...
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VIDEO: The Girls Are More Than Capable If We Give Them The Chance, Hon. Edward Bawa Says After Supporting Dagliga Girls Model School With Ghc6,000.

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The Girls Are More Than Capable If We Give Them The Chance, Hon. Edward Bawa Says After Supporting Dagliga Girls Model School With Ghc6,000. The honorable member of parliament for Bongo, Honourable Edward Bawa was present to grace the commissioning of the Girls model school in Dagliga, a community in the Bongo district of the upper east region. Leaders of the said community and the Bongo District Education Directorate locked heads together in putting up a building to serve as a temporal structure for the schooling activities of the Dagliga model school awaiting the construction of a permanent structure. The commissioning was done later today and the MP whilst giving his speech offered to give the community Ghc5,000 from his common fund to serve as the seed money for the construction of the school block. He also made known that his office has giving full scholarship to 16 students who are doing various engineering and health courses. He added that over 50 students have been given hal...
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