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Mahama Announces New Ministerial Appointments

President John Mahama has expanded his government with nine ministerial appointments and three regional ministerial designations, according to a press release dated January 16, 2025. The appointments include key positions aimed at driving national development across various sectors: Ministry of Roads and Highways – Kwame Governs Agbodza, MP Ministry of …

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Haruna Iddrisu Nominated as Minister of Education

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Haruna Iddrisu, Member of Parliament for Tamale South, as the Minister of Education. The nomination reflects his extensive political experience and leadership skills, which are expected to drive impactful reforms in Ghana’s education sector. Haruna Iddrisu, a veteran MP and former parliamentary leader, is …

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U.S. Senator Calls for Ghana to Settle Debts to American Companies Using IMF Loan

United States Senator James E. Risch, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, has urged Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to require Ghana to address its outstanding debts to American companies as a condition for U.S. support of further International Monetary Fund (IMF) assistance. In a formal letter to …

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Malian Prime Minister Visits Ghana with Special Message for President Mahama

Malian Prime Minister Abdoulaye Maiga has arrived in Accra to deliver a special message from Mali’s President, Assimi Goita, to Ghanaian President John Mahama. The Prime Minister is expected to meet with President Mahama on Thursday to discuss the contents of the message and explore related matters of mutual interest. …

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Mechanic Sentenced to 10 Years for Robbing University Student

A 25-year-old mechanic, Eric Boampong, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Asante Akropong Circuit Court for robbing a university student at Abrafo Kokobeng in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District. Boampong pleaded guilty to the robbery charge and was convicted on his own plea by the court, …

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 We Have Received Over 700 Petitions – ORAL Committee

Hon. Ablakwa

The Chairman of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Committee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that the committee will soon present its findings to President John Dramani Mahama after reviewing over 700 petitions submitted by the public. Speaking to Citi News, Ablakwa, who also serves as the Member of Parliament …

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22-Year-Old SHS Graduate Dies in Motorcycle Accident at Twifo Praso

A fatal motorcycle accident near a galamsey site at Twifo Mmaa Baasa in the Twifo Atti Morkwa District of the Central Region has claimed the life of 22-year-old Nana Yaw, a recent Senior High School graduate. According to an eyewitness, Nana Yaw was on a motorcycle and speaking on the …

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Charles Kipo Appointed as New NIB Director-General

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Charles Kipo as the new Director-General of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). He succeeds Nana Attobrah Quaicoe, who resigned amidst allegations of involvement in a state land acquisition sca Announced on January 15, 2025, the appointment is part of President Mahama’s efforts to bolster …

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Nothing should stop you from passing anti-LGBTQ+ bill – Catholic Bishops to Mahama

The Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference has urged the John Dramani Mahama-led government to reintroduce and expedite the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. During a meeting on January 14, 2025, President Mahama proposed that a government-sponsored bill would ensure …

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Justina Nelson Appointed Acting CEO of Minerals Income and Investment Fund

President John Dramani Mahama has named Ms. Justina Nelson as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) after revoking the appointment of Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng on Tuesday morning. The revocation was detailed in a letter dated January 13, 2025, signed by Callistus …

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