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French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Europe to act as a global power, urging EU leaders to strengthen defence, finance major investments through shared debt, and reduce dependence on China, Russia, and the United States ahead of a key Brussels summit

The Ashanti Caucus of Parliament has criticised government’s decision to reduce the Suame Interchange from four tiers to two, warning it will worsen traffic congestion in Kumasi

The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has raised concerns over the new 20% VAT under Act 1151, warning of a possible one-week strike and urging government review to protect competitiveness and compliance

NPP Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah has condemned alleged vote buying in the NDC’s Ayawaso East primary, describing it as a threat to Ghana’s democracy and calling for decisive action

Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, has won the NDC parliamentary primary for Ayawaso East, securing 431 votes ahead of Hajia Amina Adam

Dr. Charles Ofori of ACEP says Ghana’s Energy Sector Levies Act (ESLA) has failed to fix systemic problems after 10 years, urging major reforms to stabilise the power sector

Members of Parliament, led by Comfort Doyoe and Yusif Jajah, have visited the widow of late Naser Toure Mahama to express condolences and honour his legacy of service