House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued a rare public rebuke of political streamer Hasan Piker, labeling his claims that Jewish Americans invite violence as dangerous and antisemitic.

Mahama Ayariga is scheduled to appear before the Appointments Committee for vetting on Thursday. The Minority Leader has stated that the vetting process will be conducted rigorously.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, is being criticized for his commentary on the administration of justice, with some comparing his behavior to 'Tarzan'.

Natasha, wife of popular musician 2Baba, has been appointed as the Minority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly. This marks a significant political development for her.

The team that was unveiled on Monday comprises 10 experienced women leaders from various sections of the country.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has encouraged Ghanaian students and young people to view the country’s youthful population as a significant economic opportunity requiring purpose, innovation, and leadership, rather than a burden.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has denied claims that he described presidential staffer Nana Yaa Akyenpim Jantuah as a 'nobody', accusing the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of twisting his comments.

Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville stated that he remains uninformed about Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health condition, weeks after publicly demanding video evidence of McConnell's well-being.

Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has voiced strong criticism against the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Government, citing issues of executive incompetence and a timid judiciary.

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano invited Senator Panfilo Lacson to personally inspect Taguig City projects, asserting that no 'ghost projects' exist in his family's political stronghold.

Pranksters have placed 'missing person' posters around Washington D.C. featuring Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, describing him as '84 years old. 5’9 feet. Turtle-like.'

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano is preparing to deliver his "kontra-SONA" (counter-State of the Nation Address) on Tuesday. This will follow President Marcos' fifth State of the Nation Address, offering an alternative perspective.

Amid growing concerns over Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health, Republicans are reportedly exploring new legislation to address prolonged incapacity in Congress, with some advocating for established term limits.

Ato Forson, Ghana's Minority Leader, stated that the country has transitioned from an economic crisis to a recovery phase. He also pledged open communication regarding Ghana's economy and public finances.

Senate blue ribbon committee chair Erwin Tulfo responded to Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano's challenge regarding a flood investigation, branding Cayetano as 'Boy Banat' and urging him to 'relax' as the probe is forthcoming.

GOP senators are reportedly split, with Senator Tuberville demanding answers from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has expressed opposition to Representative Thomas Massie's attempt to cut military aid to Israel, though he acknowledged that a 'change in direction is needed' in the US-Israel relationship.

Prominent figures on the political right have begun to spread conspiracy theories regarding Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Lindsey Graham. The claims are circulating widely, indicating a growing trend of speculative narratives within conservative circles.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has renewed his demand for an update on Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health following his prolonged absence.

Video footage of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's 911 call has been unveiled, drawing widespread mockery as Republicans continue to claim he is in good health.

A Republican lawmaker has stated that he does not know if Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is alive.

Democrats are reportedly 'looking for guidance' on the issue of Israel, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries currently not providing any direction on the matter.

Senator Elizabeth Warren is actively promoting a progressive agenda in Senate primaries, creating a high-stakes contest for influence over the Democratic Party's future direction, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer prioritizes regaining a majority.

Senator Raphael Warnock has commented on chants from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) directed at House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, where they reportedly said 'you're next'.

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Ghana, has urged Parliament to act as the guarantor of press freedom in the country.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a program to train Democratic staff as election observers, aiming to counter potential efforts by the Trump administration to manipulate elections.

The minority caucus of the Nigerian House of Representatives has elected Agbedi and Dasuki as their new leader and deputy, respectively, following a consensus.

Ikenga Ugochinyere's bid for House Minority Leader in Nigeria has concluded after the House of Representatives defined 'cognate legislative experience,' effectively disqualifying first-term lawmakers.

Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine and Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin are set to headline the second African Governance and Anti-Corruption Summit in Accra next week.

Democratic minority leader Chuck Schumer, while officially neutral, has privately expressed support for Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate Primary during conversations with donors.

Graham Platner, the likely Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, met with several senators in Washington. Minority leader Chuck Schumer avoided questions about his confidence in Platner amidst a texting scandal.

An opinion piece highlights the significant and lasting political influence of Ghana's Minority Leader, Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called on the finance minister to provide an urgent explanation regarding the introduction of a proposed 0.75% charge on mobile money transactions.

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is reportedly gaining significant backing from both minority and majority groups, including a potential coalition, in his bid for the Senate presidency. Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III and Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri have expressed hopes and plans to secure Gatchalian in the top post.

Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the NDC, and Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu have defended the party's controversial decision to replace Haruna Iddrisu and Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka as Minority Leader and Deputy Minority Leader, citing it as a strategic move for the 2024 election.

The Texas congressional contender was swiftly rebuked by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who branded the comments “absolutely disgusting”

Private legal practitioner Theo Dzimega defended judges' discretion in bail applications, criticizing Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin's remarks on the continued remand of a NPP regional chairman.

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries have announced a bipartisan initiative to address sexual misconduct within Congress, following recent resignations due to allegations.

Donald Trump has demanded the firing of a GOP staffer, accusing them of making Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appear 'out of it'.

Ghana's Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticized the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for the re-arrest of a former Buffer Stock boss and his wife, calling it harassment and an abuse of due process.

An article speculates on the potential end of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's political era, examining his efforts to recruit Democratic candidates for 2026.

Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is expected to lose its minority leadership in the House of Representatives due to ongoing defections that are strengthening the rival ADC party.

Governor DeSantis publicly goaded the House Minority Leader, offering to pay for them to come and campaign for Democratic candidates.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on judges across the country to uphold their independence and resist “unseen instructions” and political interference in their duties.

Tito Sotto remains the Senate president, while Alan Peter Cayetano is the current Senate Minority Leader

Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro has criticized the African Democratic Congress's demand for the removal of the INEC chairman, warning it could escalate political tensions ahead of the 2027 elections.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused government-linked school feeding contractors of undermining Ghana's agriculture by importing rice despite presidential orders to support local farmers.

Remarks by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin on reparatory justice have sparked a moment of reflection on Ghana's moral test regarding the issue.

The Minority Leader of Ghana's NPP party has stated that the party must secure a decisive parliamentary majority in the 2028 elections.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has dismissed claims that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is an Akan-dominated political group, cautioning party members against tribal and religious prejudice.

President Donald Trump publicly mocked Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer after Schumer accidentally stated "We must fund ICE" on the Senate floor during the ongoing Department of Homeland Security funding shutdown debate.

Despite the release of other prominent political prisoners by Alexander Lukashenka, Polish journalist and minority leader Andrzej Poczobut remains sentenced to eight years in a labor camp, exposing the perceived ineffectiveness of Polish diplomacy.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Peoples Democratic Party PDP suffered a major blow in the Federal Capital Territory FCT on Tuesday as former Senate Minority Leader, Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda, formally resigned his membership in the party. Aduda, an ally of the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, represented the FCT in the National Assembly for several […] The post Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has advised national executives of the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON) of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to do away with internal divisions on various campuses of tertiary institutions.

The Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called for the government to urgently integrate hernia treatment into the Ghana Medical Trust Fund.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused the Majority in Parliament of deliberately sidelining the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority and ignoring issues raised by the caucus.

A showdown is anticipated over the position of Minority Leader.

Palace press officer Claire Castro denied Malacañang's involvement in the replacement of Caloocan Rep. Edgar Erice as House senior deputy minority leader, stating that his peers rejected him.

The minority leader and deputy minority leader of the Imo State Assembly have resigned from their positions and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Caloocan Representative Edgar Erice stated that his 'legitimate criticism' of President Marcos led to his sudden replacement as House senior deputy minority leader, with the President's son, Sandro Marcos, reportedly seeking the change.

House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos reportedly sought the replacement of Caloocan 2nd District Rep. Edgar Erice as senior deputy minority leader, following Erice's critical remarks about Marcos's father.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries faces criticism from within his party over a meeting with President Trump’s son-in-law, addressing concerns related to the affordability crisis.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Afenyo-Markin, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Sammy Gyamfi and others over alleged extortion claims, while also stating his readiness to submit to any investigation. The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) will assess the extortion allegations to determine if further investigative action is warranted.

Philippine Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano announced the designation of minority members to six additional Senate committees, reiterating the minority's offer to assist.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has declared the government's flagship 'Nkoko Nkitinkiti' poultry initiative a failure, citing reports of beneficiaries slaughtering and consuming the distributed birds.

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Ghana's Parliament, has declared his unwavering commitment to fight for the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He stated that he will not be deterred by criticism or personal attacks regarding his stance on the reported financial losses associated with the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has reportedly made statements indicating the Democratic Party's intentions regarding the Supreme Court, revealing positions previously kept vague.

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano and Senator Loren Legarda were again absent from Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, with no notice from Cayetano's office.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has publicly stated his opposition to Medicare for All and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) agenda. This stance comes as Representative Ro Khanna continues to advocate for Medicare for All as a top priority.

Ghana's Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin accuses the government of weaponizing laws to criminalize political commentary, satire, and opposition that it previously benefited from.

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano is accused by Sen. Panfilo Lacson of threatening the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) to stop its investigation into alleged illegal reclamation in Taguig.

The Senate minority leader has criticized President Trump’s proposed 'Golden Fleet' battleships, claiming they are a costly 'vanity' project and that the president is more interested in attaching his name to expensive military programs than addressing domestic concerns.

Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson turned down an invitation from Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano to visit Taguig's flood control projects, humorously stating he might drown in floodwater.

Deputy Minority Leader Antonio Tinio has criticized the proposed Pax Silica project in New Clark City, Philippines, calling it a 'voracious' and 'unnecessary project' that could significantly impact the country's energy supply.

Concerns are mounting over Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health and his ability to resume duties, despite claims of his discharge from the hospital. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has issued an ultimatum, demanding proof of McConnell's medical clearance or his resignation.

Amid growing concerns about his health, including from AOC and a longtime friend, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell faces increasing calls to provide a transparent health update or consider resignation.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Afenyo-Markin, accused the government of political persecution, stating that even if all NPP MPs were imprisoned, the opposition would still hold the government accountable. He also advised the Minority to challenge Wontumi's conviction in court rather than castigating the judiciary.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, advised newly elected New Patriotic Party (NPP) constituency executives to approach politics with faith, unity, and determination in preparation for the 2028 general elections.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, criticized the current administration, arguing that some ministerial portfolios under President Mahama have become redundant.

Nigeria's Senate leader outlined strategies to prevent governors from hijacking state police, while the Senate minority leader criticized the concept, citing governors' potential personal agendas. The discussions highlight ongoing concerns about the implementation and control of state police forces.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and other top House Democrats have pledged to oppose an amendment aimed at cutting US military aid to Israel, calling it 'overly broad'.

Republican Senator Ron Johnson has expressed uncertainty regarding whether a widely circulated photo of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Elaine Chao is recent.

Political commentator Scott Jennings was urged to call Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell live on television, with his response drawing attention.

Democrats are hoping to regain the House majority this fall, but internal party conflicts and infighting could complicate their plans, as discussed by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano accused Senator Panfilo Lacson of bending the law and attempting to block a flood control probe, reigniting their political rivalry.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has welcomed Democratic Socialists into the Democratic Party, a move that has drawn criticism from some who argue it reveals the party's true ideological leanings. Critics warn that the party is increasingly embracing socialist elements, with multiple reports highlighting the controversy.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was confronted about chants of 'you're next' from socialist candidates and supporters following recent Democratic socialist victories in New York. Jeffries avoided directly answering questions regarding the primary threats.

The Parliament of Ghana is set to reinstate Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin as a member of the country's delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament today, Tuesday, June 23.

Senate minority leader Alan Peter Cayetano has accused Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa of politicizing Department of Health funds, specifically noting that Cayetano's capacity to refer patients to hospitals was stripped.

The nomination of Ugochinyere as the House of Representatives minority leader has sparked a debate among lawmakers over the interpretation of 'cognate legislative experience' and whether House Standing Orders restrict such positions to members who have completed at least one full term.

Hon. Philip Agbese, Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, maintains that his signature was unlawfully forged to endorse Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere for the position of Minority Leader.

Minority Representatives in Nigeria have dismissed claims of forgery, asserting that Philip Agbese voluntarily signed a document endorsing Ikenga Ugochinyere as Minority Leader, with video evidence cited.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has declined to endorse Debbie Wasserman Schultz following her decision to switch congressional districts, a move that has sparked a revolt among Black leaders. The controversy highlights tensions over political representation and district boundaries.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated that the Democratic resurgence has begun and expressed confidence that the party will win the House in November's midterm elections, needing only six seats.

A House of Representatives member from Osun State has secured the Accord Party ticket, aiming for a third term in office. The Deputy Senate Minority leader also obtained the Accord ticket, indicating significant party activity in the region.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has strongly criticized the Ghanaian government, accusing it of failing to deliver on key promises and labeling the administration a 'government of propaganda'.

Senate Minority Leader Vicente Sotto III has denied Senator Imee Marcos's assertion that he and Senator Panfilo Lacson are conspiring to block Vice President Sara Duterte's potential presidential run in 2028.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia urged her fellow Democrats, including the House minority leader, Hakeem Jeffries, to stop talking about drawing new congressional lines for partisan advantage.

The House of Representatives has held off on a vote to ban prediction markets, despite bipartisan calls for prohibition, with Minority Leader Jeffries urging Speaker Johnson to swiftly bring the measure to a vote.

The Ghana Bar Association has strongly criticized recent public comments made by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, deeming them inappropriate and a threat to judicial independence.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reportedly had a difficult press conference, with the Speaker's gavel appearing to be out of his reach for months.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called for urgent regional action from ECOWAS to address deadly attacks in the Sahel, rising xenophobic violence in South Africa, and persistent barriers to free movement across the bloc.

A Deputy Minority Leader in the Philippines has urged authorities to consider a comprehensive approach to the oil shock, including reforms for the Philippine National Oil Company, beyond just amending the oil deregulation law.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has faced intense criticism and backlash after reportedly stating on the Senate floor that "nobody respects" Border Patrol and ICE.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's attempt to force a vote on extending Temporary Protected Status for Haitian migrants for three years has drawn sharp criticism from Senate Republicans.

Democratic leaders are concerned that Minority Leader Charles Schumer's chosen candidate in Maine, Graham Platner, could imperil their chances of gaining Senate control, despite attacks from the state's Democratic governor.

The office of the Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Comrade Abba Moro, has dismissed a purported zoning arrangement announced by a group known as the…

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has warned of a severe crisis in Ghana's oil palm sector, attributing the industry's underperformance to policy and financing failures.

The House Ethics Committee has found Florida Democratic Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick guilty of ethics violations after a rare public hearing, though House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has declined to condemn her.

Senate Democrats blocked a Republican amendment to the SAVE America Act that would require photo voter ID, despite Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer previously stating that Democrats support voter identification.

Ghana's Deputy Minority Leader, Patricia Appiagyei, has called upon young women, particularly students, to actively engage in politics and assume leadership roles.

Senate Democrats are said to be quietly planning to remove Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, whose relationship with the party's base has been strained since his vote to fund the government last March.

Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin has urged students to embrace the New Patriotic Party's vision and contribute to its success in the 2028 elections.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is warning FCC Chairman Brendan Carr that he will be investigated “in short order” following his threat to pull broadcasters’ licenses, adding to a list of…

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano supports a bill that seeks to disqualify relatives of public officials from securing government contracts, aiming to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi headlined a Los Angeles fundraiser on Tuesday evening that raised more than $2 million to boost Democrats in their efforts…

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has urged for the abolition or review of artificial intelligence-based aptitude tests used in the recruitment process for the country's security services, citing significant challenges faced by applicants.

The lawmaker representing Osun West in the Senate, Lere Oyewumi, elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general elections, has defected to the Accord Party. Until his defection, announced in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Monday, Oyewumi was the last PDP senator in Osun State, following the earlier defections Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-deputy-minority-leader-dumps-pdp-joins-accord/

House minority leader says ‘we want ICE to conduct itself like other law enforcement agencies, not use tax dollars to kill American citizens’ Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries has said that leadership change is not enough to reopen the government and starting to fund the Department of Homeland Security again. Fox News used old video of Donald Trump in multiple reports on Saturday and Sunday, concealing from viewers that the commander-in-chie...

Solomon Owusu, Communications Director for the United Party, has criticized Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin's apology to the Interior Minister regarding security recruitment claims, stating it did not fully admit wrongdoing.

Former NPP Chairman Freddie Blay has played down reports that party bigwigs are scheming to remove Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin from his parliamentary post, following allegations that he did not actively support Dr Mahamudu Bawumia during the party's fiercely contested January 2026 presidential primary. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Joy News' Gemma Appiah, Blay said he had no knowledge of any such plan and had not been consulted by anyone pushing for the Effutu MP's remo...

Ghana's First Deputy Speaker of Parliament has referred Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin to the Privileges Committee following a complaint by the Interior Minister regarding security recruitment allegations.

The New Patriotic Party has backed Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin's demand for transparency regarding alleged financial losses at the Government Gold Buying Company.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin highlighted alleged financial discrepancies at the Gold Board and contrasted them with the severe health consequences, including kidney and lung issues, faced by communities affected by illegal mining in Ghana.

Ghanaian Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin has accused the government of intimidating NPP Members of Parliament and attempting to silence the opposition. He warned against 'you do me, I do you' politics and emphasized the need for the NPP's voice to be heard in Parliament.

Ghanaian Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has vehemently rejected allegations questioning his motives for demanding accountability regarding losses from the Bank of Ghana’s Domestic Gold Purchase Program.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has challenged Ghana's governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to acknowledge policy failures contributing to reported GH¢22 billion losses under the Domestic Gold program.

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader and Effutu MP, indicated that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) would reinstate former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo if they win the next general election and return to power.

House Speaker Mike Johnson publicly mocked House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, suggesting Jeffries had lost a 'civil war' within the Democratic party. Johnson's comments were made in reference to internal Democratic disagreements.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is criticized for using aggressive rhetoric, including a metaphor about taking a 'baseball bat' to the Supreme Court, in an effort to appeal to voters.

Philippine Senator Raffy Tulfo has accused Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano of obstructing the membership of minority senators in his committees and delaying the passage of priority bills.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer reportedly conceded to Republicans, leading to a resolution in the government shutdown standoff after months of political uncertainty.

Senator Panfilo Lacson revealed that Philippine Reclamation Authority officials faced harassment while inspecting allegedly illegally reclaimed Laguna lakeshore land in Taguig, which is linked to Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano.

Philippine Senator Panfilo Lacson turned down an invitation from Senate minority leader Alan Peter Cayetano to inspect flood control projects in Taguig City, citing concerns about floodwaters.

Senator Panfilo Lacson has highlighted ongoing reclamation activities in Laguna de Bay in Taguig, linking them to alleged anomalous flood control projects tied to Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano.

Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the New York Democrat and minority leader, has begun his midterm campaign sprint, focusing heavily on affordability in a swing district.

Ato Forson, Ghana's Minority Leader, defended the government's expenditure, stating that contractors for the 'Big Push' initiative are not owed despite only GH¢6.5 billion of the GH¢30 billion allocation being spent. He responded to criticisms regarding low expenditure.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has cautioned the Attorney General against threatening New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament with prosecution, suggesting such actions could lead to the current government being in opposition by 2028.

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano has rejected calls to halt the Senate blue ribbon panel’s investigation into a flood control scandal, even as Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team prepares to cross-examine the NBI chief in her ongoing impeachment trial.

MANILA, Philippines — Senate minority leader Alan Peter Cayetano said on Thursday that he would support the investigation of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) into the alleged procurement…

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused Ghana's First Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, of using parliamentary procedures to obstruct the Minority's constitutional oversight role. The accusation follows a walkout by Minority MPs.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, urged the government to implement a comprehensive national sanitation policy to tackle the country's worsening flooding issues, stating that short-term clean-up exercises are insufficient.

The Daily Show mocked Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health, specifically his 'totally legit' 20-minute phone calls, and criticized the GOP's response to a veteran's health crisis, with a correspondent advocating for rule by 'aging, cognitively-impaired, technically dead senators'.

Paramedics reportedly responded to a 'cardiac arrest' at Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's home on the day he was hospitalized last month. McConnell has been hospitalized for several weeks, raising concerns about his health.

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano has called on the public to participate in protest actions, both online and in small community gatherings, as thousands of protesters gather across Metro Manila.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has faced criticism from progressives, prompting Jewish leaders to defend him, particularly concerning his moderate stance and AIPAC endorsement.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized the importance of Democrats uniting against Donald Trump following the recent primaries. He expressed hope that the party would remember their common adversary despite internal political challenges.

The Nigerian Army and Inspector General of Police have called for stronger inter-agency and community collaboration to combat insecurity. This comes as a center faults the Reps minority leader's call to suspend election activities due to the security situation.

Frederick Agbedi, representing Sagbama/Ekeremor, has been named the new Minority Leader of the Nigerian House of Representatives.

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Ghana, has declared that the ruling NDC government has lost control of governance.

Minority Members of Parliament have praised Minority Leader Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin for sponsoring a capacity-building training program in Canada aimed at enhancing their parliamentary skills and international engagement.

A Civil Society Organization (CSO) has petitioned Nigeria's Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate allegations of financial inducement in the contest for the House of Representatives minority leadership.

Members of the G-60 Minority Caucus have dismissed allegations regarding the signatures on Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere's nomination form, insisting Agbese signed voluntarily amidst the Minority Leader race controversy.

Human rights lawyer Chidi Odinkalu criticized Kingsley Chinda's continued occupancy as House Minority Leader while also flying the APC governorship flag in Rivers, calling it evidence of a collapsing opposition and a distortion of democracy.

Former Minority Leader Maria Ude Nwachi has secured the Ebonyi PDP senatorial ticket for the 2027 elections in Nigeria, promising empowerment and development for the state.

The Minority in Ghana's Parliament has accused the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) of attempting to introduce a 0.75% charge on mobile money transactions through the Bank of Ghana and a private fintech arrangement. They have also raised concerns over the Bank of Ghana’s decision to suspend the proposed charge, questioning the explanation of 'further consultation'.

Minority Leader Vicente Sotto III revealed that he was the one who proposed Senator Sherwin Gatchalian as the minority's candidate to replace Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano amidst the ongoing leadership struggle.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has publicly criticized the former Mahama administration, alleging widespread failure, scandal, and increased suffering during its tenure.

An Effia Member of Parliament in Ghana claims that some government ministries are collapsing because of insufficient funds, while the Ghana Bar Association criticizes comments made by the Minority Leader against a Circuit Court judge.

Varujan Pambuccian, leader of the national minorities group, discussed with Nicușor Dan the need for a retrospective analysis of the former coalition agreement to identify what did not work.

House Speaker Johnson and Minority Leader Jeffries have appointed a bipartisan task force to reform the sexual harassment reporting process on Capitol Hill.

Reports suggest that Senator Chuck Schumer's effective leadership as the Senate Minority Leader is being challenged or diminished.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is reportedly beginning to relish the political battles and challenges he faces.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was reportedly left scrambling for an answer when a child reporter asked him why voters hold a negative view of Democrats. The unexpected question put the politician on the spot.

The Karnataka Congress is experiencing internal division regarding disciplinary actions against two minority leaders, raising concerns about party unity and minority voter alienation ahead of elections.

Lukman Adeleye, the former Minority Leader of Ogun State, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and announced his intention to seek re-election for the Odogbolu State Constituency.

Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro has attributed the persistent internal crises within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to political actors within the party, dismissing external forces as the cause of instability.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, criticized the nation's fiscal climate, warning that high interest rates and skyrocketing utility bills are strangling the private sector and startups.

Ghana's Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin expressed worry about a growing imbalance that is pushing Ghanaian businesses out of their own markets, warning of foreign dominance.

The battle over Trump's SAVE Act has put Senate Minority Leader John Thune in a difficult position, facing the temptation to end the filibuster, a challenge he has dealt with since taking over from Mitch McConnell.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to work towards securing a decisive parliamentary majority in the 2028 general elections.

President Trump has ordered ICE officers to U.S. airports to address a TSA staffing crisis, a move that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries warned could lead to agents killing travelers, sparking a partisan debate over airport security.

House senior deputy minority leader De Lima urged the Commission on Elections to refer the case concerning Senator Rodante Marcoleta’s statement of contributions and expenditures to the National Bureau of Investigation and the Office of the Ombudsman.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has expressed concerns about insufficient investment in Ghana's agriculture sector, warning of neglect amid a focus on gold for reserves.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called for the Interior Minister to brief Parliament on the expansion of security service recruitment, arguing that increased numbers alone will not address underlying concerns.

'I’m still the minority leader and if anyone is in doubt, let them come to the office and...

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on the government to reinstate over 1,000 workers who were dismissed in January following the transition to the NDC administration.

House Senior Deputy Minority Leader Leila de Lima, along with 41 other lawmakers and women's organizations, has filed a House bill aimed at defining and penalizing violence against women in politics (VAWP) to protect women in the political sphere.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., wants President Donald Trump to tap into the nation's oil reserves, which were heavily drawn down under former President Joe Biden.

Prof Daniel Saror, was the seventh Vice Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. He was elected to the Senate representing Benue North East District between 1999 and 2007. He was also a Minority Leader of the Senate. In this interview,... The post State of The Nation: How North has become Nigeria’s problem — Saror, ex-Senate Minority Leader appeared first on Vanguard News.

In calls to Kurdish minority leaders in Iran and neighboring Iraq, President Donald Trump offered U.S. support to insurgent efforts against Tehran.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has retracted and apologised to Interior Minister Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka for alleging fraud in the ongoing security service recruitment process.