Ghana Politics

Cocoa farmers across Ghana have described the appointment of Dr. Randy Abbey as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) as unconventional but potentially transformative for the sector. While acknowledging the challenges facing the cocoa industry—such as declining production, smuggling, and pricing concerns—many farmers believe …

President John Dramani Mahama has named Jones Borteye Applerh, a former Executive Secretary of the Small Arms Commission, as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of GIHOC Distilleries. The appointment, announced in a statement by the Executive Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, is subject to the constitutionally required advice …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) office in Ho has been vandalized and set ablaze by unidentified individuals, leading to significant losses. The fire destroyed vital equipment, including computers, fans, photocopiers, and important documents. The Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly, managing to extinguish the flames and limit further damage. Preliminary …

Parliament has approved the first batch of ministerial nominees appointed by President John Dramani Mahama, following an extensive vetting and debate process. The nominees who received approval are: Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as Minister for Finance John Jinapor as Minister for Energy Dr. Dominic Ayine as Attorney General and Minister …

Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Member of Parliament for the Juaboso Constituency in the Western North Region, has been appointed Minister-Designate for Health by former President John Dramani Mahama on January 21, 2025. If confirmed, Akandoh will lead Ghana’s health sector for the next four years, a critical role in ensuring …

Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, a seasoned Ghanaian politician, medical practitioner, and former Minister for Communications, has been appointed Minister-Designate for Defense. His appointment is seen as a strategic move, given his extensive experience in governance and public service. A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Omane Boamah has held …

In line with his pledge to announce his cabinet within 14 days of assuming office, President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu, as the Minister-Designate for Foreign Affairs. The appointment of Mr. Ablakwa underscores his significant contributions to Ghana’s political landscape and …

President John Dramani Mahama has named Samuel Nartey George, Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram Constituency, as the Minister-Designate for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation. Sam Nartey George, born on January 22, 1985, in Somanya in the Eastern Region of Ghana, is a seasoned politician and agricultural engineer. He represents the …

President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled the final batch of Regional Ministers-designate, completing his team of 16 nominees tasked with overseeing regional governance across Ghana. The appointees, drawn from diverse professional backgrounds, are expected to spearhead decentralization efforts, foster development, and coordinate the implementation of government policies at the regional …

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has established a Special Investigative Team to probe election-related deaths from the 2020 and 2024 elections, following a directive from President John Dramani Mahama. The Chronicle Newspaper reports that the team, based at the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters, comprises experienced …