Politics
Election 2024: Bawumia begins nationwide campaign on Monday
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is gearing up to launch his political campaign on Monday, April 29, in preparation for the upcoming December general elections. According to a press statement released by Dennis Miracles Aboagye, the Director of Communications for the Bawumia for President 2024 Campaign, Dr. Bawumia will […]
I’m committed to improving Ghana’s power supply – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has affirmed his administration’s commitment to further investment in the power sector with the aim of enhancing electricity supply across the nation. Addressing attendees at the commissioning ceremony of a 15-megawatt solar power plant in Kaleo, located in the Upper West Region, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that his government intends to […]
Election 2024: I cannot have someone I defeated as my successor – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has once again affirmed his unwavering position against the transfer of presidential power to his predecessor, John Dramani Mahama. Addressing the chiefs and residents of Wa, President Akufo-Addo conveyed his appreciation for their continuous support throughout his tenure in office. He conveyed to the paramount chief of the Waala traditional […]
Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman to be outdoored as Mahama’s running mate today
The opposition National Democratic Congress will formally introduce Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman as the party’s running mate for the 2024 general elections today. The announcement was made in a press statement issued by the National Communications Officer of the party, Sammy Gyamfi, on Tuesday, April 16. The event will be attended by former President John […]
Bawumia will outshine Mahama in any anti-corruption test – Salam Mustapha
Salam Mustapha, the National Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has underscored the anti-corruption track record of the party’s flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Mustapha argues that Dr. Bawumia outshines the National Democratic Congress’ flagbearer, John Mahama, in any anti-corruption evaluation, emphasizing Bawumia’s absence of ties to corruption allegations, both in his roles as […]
Stop lying, be truthful to Ghanaians about dumsor – Omane Boamah to govt
Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, the Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has spoken out against the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia-led government, alleging that they have been misleading Ghanaians regarding the intermittent power supply issue, commonly referred to as dumsor. In a social media post addressed to Energy Minister Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh and […]
John Mahama wins Prestigious 2024 Africa Advancement Award for Exemplary Leadership
Former President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Africa Advancement Award for Exemplary Leadership. The accolade was bestowed upon him at the African Heritage Awards (AHA) 2024 event held in Lagos, Nigeria, on Saturday, April 13. Mahama’s recognition stems from his significant contributions to Ghana’s democracy, […]
Targeting businesses of political opponents is a major problem in Africa – Mahama
Former President John Dramani Mahama has voiced his concern regarding what he perceives as a troubling trend among African governments, wherein businesses owned by political opponents become targets. Mahama highlighted that this phenomenon contributes to a broader issue hindering the emergence of more prosperous African businesses. He emphasized that the tendency of governments to focus […]
Performance tracker vague, needs more data – IMANI Africa
Policy think tank, IMANI Africa, has urged the government to enhance the quality of information and data featured on the recently introduced Performance Tracker. According to the think tank, while acknowledging the positive intent behind the tracker, there is a critical need for more comprehensive and accurate data to optimize its effectiveness. IMANI Africa mentions […]
Govt work’ mentality affecting productivity in Ghana – Prof Adei
Economist Professor Stephen Adei has voiced his apprehension regarding what he terms as the ‘government work’ mentality, which he perceives as a hindrance to productivity in Ghana, spanning both public and private sectors. He identifies this mindset as a lingering consequence of colonialism, asserting its pervasive influence in the country. According to Prof. Adei, this […]