Ghana Politics

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated 10 individuals for consideration by Parliament for regional ministerial appointments. The list has been submitted to the Speaker of Parliament and includes nominees for key regions such as Greater Accra, Ashanti, Volta, Northern, and others. The nominated individuals are: Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo (Greater …

President John Dramani Mahama has stated that Ghana does not need a legislative bill to enforce family values if proper value education is incorporated into school curricula. Speaking during a meeting with the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference in Accra, the President emphasized the importance of instilling moral values in children …

President John Dramani Mahama has begun a peace mission to Bawku, aiming to address the deep-rooted ethnic tensions that have plagued the region for decades. The visit underscores his administration’s commitment to fostering lasting peace and stability in the conflict-stricken area. The President’s first stop is a meeting with the …

The Chairman of the government’s recently launched Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) initiative, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that he faces daily threats from individuals opposed to the program. Speaking on JoyNews on Monday, January 13, Ablakwa acknowledged the challenges but maintained his commitment to the initiative. “Threats have become …

The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Sammy Awuku, has officially stepped down from his position, effective January 13, 2025. In a resignation letter addressed to President John Dramani Mahama, Awuku explained that his decision was necessitated by his recent election as the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North. …

Police have initiated a manhunt for two suspected armed robbers who escaped with gold and other valuables after attacking miners at Manso Watreso in the Amansie South District of the Ashanti Region. The incident occurred when the suspects ambushed community mining workers returning home from work, seizing over 30 pounds …

Oluwatimileyin Ajayi, a man purported to be a gospel musician, was arrested in Orozo, Nigeria, after being found with a decapitated human head in a black nylon bag during a church service on Sunday. The shocking incident occurred during a Thanksgiving service marking the end of a seven-day fast at …

The Overlord of Dagbon, Yaa Naa Mahama Abukari, has mandated the closure of the St. Vincent College of Education offices following a dispute over the appointment of a new principal. The college recently faced a vacancy for the principal position after the retirement of its previous head. Yaa Naa Abukari …

President John Dramani Mahama has terminated the appointment of Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) with immediate effect. The decision, outlined in a letter dated January 13, 2025, was signed by the Secretary to the President, Mr. Callistus …

Former UK Ambassador to Ghana, Jon Benjamin, has expressed his disapproval of the erection of a statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, emphasizing that individuals should refrain from commissioning statues of themselves during their lifetime or tenure in office. His comments follow the recent vandalism of the Akufo-Addo …