Ayoola Atitebi

Ghana's electoral landscape underwent a significant transformation as Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia conceded defeat to former President John Mahama in Saturday's presidential election. Bawumia acknowledged the election's outcome, stating, "The people have voted for change." The election occurred against the backdrop of Ghana's most challenging economic period in recent history, characterized by rising living costs, high youth unemployment, and mounting national debt. Despite no official results being declared, Bawumia based his concession on internal party tallies. The Electoral Commission (EC) reported delays in result announcement, citing interference from supporters of the two main political parties. Police intervention was requested to clear collation centers and facilitate the process. Mahama's supporters celebrated across the country, expressing hope for economic improvement and increased job opportunities. The election marks a potential turning point for Ghana, with Mahama securing what the National Democratic Congress (NDC) claims […]

Thousands of protesters gathered in Seoul on Saturday to demand the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, but their efforts ultimately fell short when the ruling People Power Party (PPP) boycotted the impeachment vote. An estimated 100,000 people assembled in front of the National Assembly, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a music festival. The crowd was diverse, including students, office workers, and retirees, who chanted "Impeach Yoon Suk Yeol!" throughout the day. Earlier that morning, Yoon appeared on television to apologize to the nation, hours before the scheduled impeachment vote. Despite his apology, public sentiment remained strongly against him, with polls indicating that three-quarters of South Koreans supported his impeachment and his approval rating had dropped to just 13%. As the voting deadline approached, the protest maintained a festive mood. When one PPP member, Kim Sang-wook, briefly returned to the […]