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“NPP is better off presenting Bawumia in 2028” – Second Deputy Speaker

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“NPP is better off presenting Bawumia in 2028” – Second Deputy Speaker

Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament and MP for Fomena, Hon. Andrews Asiamah Amoako, has endorsed Dr Mahamudu Bawumia for the NPP flagbearship position.

Hon. Andrews Asiamah Amoako confidently asserted that the NPP will be better off presenting Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, who is so sympathetic to Ghanaians.

According to Andrews Asiamah Amoako, a lot of people have ridiculed the former vice president after his defeat in the 2024 elections.

He, however, noted that a lot of people are silent but still sympathetic towards Dr Bawumia.

Speaking to NPP delegates during Dr Bawumia’s visit to Adansi Asokwa, Andrews Asiamah Amoako stated, “If we look at Dr Bawumia’s defeat, the way we have ridiculed him, the way we have maligned him, and all sorts of things that have been said about him, a lot of people are so silent, but they are all sympathetic towards him.

NPP delegates, if you sit down and think deeply, NPP is better off presenting someone who is so sympathetic to Ghanaians. So we should help. I know a lot of this has been said, and we have heard a lot. Bawumia has every quality”.

He further added, “But for me, what I am telling you is that Bawumia is someone Ghanaians know has gone through a lot, and he must be lifted up. Let’s help this man for Ghanaians to lift him up, and through that, all Ghanaians will benefit”.

Also, Dr Nana Ayew Afriye, a member of parliament for Effiduase-Asokore, has said Dr Mahamudu Bawumia advised the erstwhile Akufo-Addo government against an unpopular decision but was ignored.

According to Dr Ayew Afriye, Bawumia’s critics are hypocritical and unfair.

He expressed surprise at critics of the former Vice President, saying they are reluctant to acknowledge his achievements.

Dr Ayew Afriye added that Dr Bawumia was just a Vice President, what more could he have done after his advice was ignored?

Speaking in an interview on Kumasi-based OTEC FM on September 8, 2025, Dr Ayew Afriye stated, “What is even troubling is that our own people are leading the onslaught. If we in the NPP admit that somehow, we disappointed Ghanaians, then we must collectively accept the blame and apologise to Ghanaians, with the former president leading”.

The lawmaker added that Dr Bawumia was the brain behind many of the social intervention policies implemented under the Akufo-Addo government.

He added, “Those attacking Bawumia know very well his influence in executing some of the government’s social intervention policies that became popular.

“It is no secret that Dr Bawumia advised against some decisions he considered unpopular and harmful to the government and the NPP, but those cautions were ignored. What more could he have done as Vice President?

“The party faithful will never forget how he dedicated himself, even at the risk of his career, to ensure the NPP came to power. Was he not the same person who became a thorn in the flesh of the then-ruling NDC? They could not contain him. He was the hero then, so what has changed? I ask his critics,” he stated.

Meanwhile, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has told his fellow aspirants in the party’s flagbearership to focus their guns on the John Mahama-led government, not him.

According to Dr Bawumia, the NPP’s true opponent is the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and not those within the NPP.

Speaking to thousands of NPP supporters after submitting his nomination forms for the NPP’s presidential primaries on August 28, 2025, Dr Bawumia stated, “We need unity to win, and I promise you that, just as you have known me to be, I would not do anything to bring division or conflict within the party. If there were to be anyone to create problems in the NPP, it wouldn’t be Dr. Bawumia”.

The NPP flagbearer hopeful urged his fellow aspirant in the party’s flagbearership race to direct their energies towards holding the NDC government.

Dr Bawumia added, “What the NPP and Ghana need is a strong party that can hold the government accountable for its promises. Bawumia has always done that and will do that as flagbearer,”

“For the various candidates contesting for flagbearership, I ask: won’t Ghana and the NPP be better off if instead of focusing your guns on Bawumia, you focus on holding the Government accountable to show that you can lead the NPP in holding the NDC accountable? Won’t Ghana and the NPP be better off if instead of attacking each other, you focus on selling a vision for the Party and the Country?” he queried.

“Our true opponent is not within. Our true opponent is out there! We need unity to win. I promise you that just as you have known me to be, I would not do anything to bring division or conflict within the party. If there would be anyone to create problems in the NPP, it won’t be Dr Bawumia,” he assured.

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia further added that the NPP and Ghana are demanding a leader who embodies intellect, humility and respect.

He added, “I am offering myself to be elected as flagbearer because I believe I owe a duty to this party to give her a choice to put forward the most prepared candidate for the 2028 election and the most prepared person to be President in Jan 2029”.

“In the last 16 years, I have had the privilege of joining each and every constituency at least five times, to work hard on the ground, campaign and work for the NPP. Just like the thousands of you who may not have had all the money in the world to throw at the party, all my sweat, my reputation, my knowledge and my person have been dedicated to working with you for the success of this party. As a result of this, there is no village or hamlet, no city or town where Mahamudu Bawumia’s face and name are not known”.

Dr Bawumia further called on the NPP delegates to vote for him to build on the 42% of valid votes in the 2024 elections.

He added, “I owe this party a duty, that if we are to win 2028, we ought not to start afresh from zero. Instead, we ought to build on the nearly 42% of valid votes and work to cross the 50% mark in the next election”.

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Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament and MP for Fomena, Hon. Andrews Asiamah Amoako endorses Dr. Bawumia📌#WinWithBawumia #Bawumia2018 pic.twitter.com/bRtSCbz0ry
— The Bawumia Campaign (@BawumiaCampaign) September 10, 2025

“When we needed money to form the NPP, where were the rich people?” – K. T. Hammond throws jabs

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“When we needed money to form the NPP, where were the rich people?” – K. T. Hammond throws jabs

Former Minister of Trade, Hon. K. T. Hammond, has thrown jabs at Kennedy Agyapong and Dr Bryan Acheampong following their constant bragging of funding the NPP.

K. T Hammond cautioned NPP presidential aspirants against using their financial contributions to the party as a campaign strategy.

The former lawmaker questioned where these individuals were when the party faced financial challenges in the past, noting that many only began offering support after benefiting from the party’s rise to power.

Speaking during Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s visit to the Adansi Asokwa constituency, K.T. Hammond stated, “If we are going to turn the party into rich versus the poor, we, the poor people, the Abronye party, of which I am a member, we are joining Dr Bawumia.

When we needed money to form the NPP, where were the rich people? When we were looking for money in the 1990s before forming the party, it got to a point for the 2000 election, and we had no money”.

He added, “The stress that we went through to get the NPP to become a winning machine, those making noise about money were nowhere to be found, we struggled for the party, and we are not even making noise.

When you meet those claiming to be rich, ask them, before the NPP won the first election, the men who brought the money, where are they? Today, people use different ways to get money and brag about it. I am part of the Poor People’s Party, Abronye party, and Dr Bawumia is also part of it”.

K. T Hammond, however, commended Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for quietly and consistently supporting the party financially without seeking praise or political advantage.

Additionally, Samuel Atta Akyea, the leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has slammed Kennedy Agyapong and Dr Bryan Acheampong.

According to Atta Akyea, being wealthy does not automatically qualify as a leader.

Atta Akyea noted that it takes more than money to govern a nation.

Speaking to Asaase Radio, Samuel Atta Akyea stated, “Do you know the number of people who have contributed significantly to the party but have always remained silent? Do you know the number of people the party resourced to become successful and later came back to support the party without making noise?”

He continued, “Must your wealth give you automatic qualification as a leader? If you have money but you cannot think properly, how can you lead? So richness is not the sole factor and variable for leadership, and people must understand this”.

“You have a lot of money, and it makes you an automatic leader? Where is this logic coming from? It takes more than money to govern a nation. Patience is part of it, and calmness is also part of it”, he added.

Atta Akyea further appealed to Kennedy Agyapong and Dr Bryn Acheampong to remain silent on their wealth and riches.

“The moment you talk about money and power, you’re not competent to lead because money is not all that you need to lead”, he added.

K.T. Hammond and Atta Akyea’s comment comes on the back of recent narratives about Kennedy Agyapong and Dr Bryan Acheampong and their wealth, as well as their contributions to the party as financiers.

Kennedy Agyapong has on numerous occasions mentioned how much he contributed to the NPP as far back as 1992.

Meanwhile, Dr Bryan Acheampong has also revealed he funded the NPP’s 2024 presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, more than the former president Akufo-Addo.

According to Bryan Acheampong, Dr Bawumia did not contribute a penny during the 2023 presidential primaries in the Eastern Region.

He revealed that he paid every penny for Bawumia to become the NPP’s flagbearer.

Speaking to some members of the NPP, Dr Bryan Acheampong stated, “Dr Bawumia’s primaries in 2023, he did not contribute a penny to the Eastern Region. I paid every single penny for him to become the flagbearer of this party. He didn’t pay a penny, and it is a fact.

In the 2024 elections, I funded Dr. Bawumia more than I even funded Akufo-Addo. I am happy that two-thirds of the people here are from the Eastern Region”, he boldly added.

Dr Bryan Acheampong, in a separate video, revealed he personally financed the NPP’s campaign in the Eastern Region during the 2024 election season.

According to Bryan Acheampong, he funded the party’s campaign activities by giving each NPP polling station executive in November, numbering about 26,000, GHS 2 million each.

Dr Bryan Acheampong further revealed that he also financed 33 parliamentary candidates in the Eastern region with GH¢100,000 every month from May to October.

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Words from the man KT. Hammond🫢✍️#WinWithBawumia #Bawumia2028 pic.twitter.com/cwyUXEPdM8
— The Bawumia Campaign (@BawumiaCampaign) September 10, 2025

“Sean could read at nine months” – Mother of 10-year-old ‘Science Wonder Kid’ Sean Atitsogbe

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“Sean could read at nine months” – Mother of 10-year-old ‘Science Wonder Kid’ Sean Atitsogbe

The mother of 10-year-old ‘Science Wonder Kid’ Sean Atitsogbe has revealed she got to know her son was special when he was only six months old.

According to the mum, Sean Atitsogbe was able to read at the tender age of just 9 months.

She revealed that her son learnt everything on his own, including learning the English and Greek alphabets when he was a toddler.

Speaking in an interview with TV3 on Monday, September 9, 2025, she stated, “I got to know he was special at about six months, but we got to know for sure when he was nine months, when we realised that he could read at such a tender age.

“Somewhere around six months, I realised that when I gave him kids’ programmes to watch, he wasn’t interested in those programmes, but rather he was interested in the advertisements, which are mostly educational programmes in the US,” she said.

The mother of Atitsogbe also shared the challenges of having a special kid, divulging that she had to quit her job in order to be able to take care of him.

According to her, quitting her job meant that they had to rely on the income of her husband, which made life a bit difficult.

Sean’s mum further disclosed that she and her husband are both Ghanaians, indicating that she is from Aburi in the Eastern Region, while Sean’s dad is from the Volta Region.

Sean the Science Kid, who also spoke in the interview, “My favourite thing about science is that it allows us to explain the world in a clear and concise way. It also allows us to bring solutions to problems and bring the world to a better place”.

He also counselled parents to allow their children to study what they feel like studying and not force them into their preferred job paths.

Meanwhile, Sean Atitsogbe, in a separate interview on CNN, revealed he wants to be a neurocardio surgeon.

Speaking in an interview on the “Chasing Life” podcast with Dr Sanjay Gupta, Sean Atitsogbe stated, “From babywood till now, I have been learning and educating, and soaking up information from any time of media or source that I can find, because I have always wanted to learn”.

As kids enjoy playing video games, I enjoy learning; learning is my video game. I really just have a passion for it. Everything I have done so far is a passion project”.

The 10-year-old further revealed his dream to become a neurocardio surgeon.

Sean the Science Kid added, “I want to be a neurocardio surgeon, which can be defined as the combination of a brain and a heart surgeon. And I invented this word when I was 4 years old. When I was doing research on the human body or anatomy which was one of my favorite science subjects to study about I found out that the brain and the heart are connected in a loop where the brain has to tell the heart to pump blood and the heart pumps blood to the brain so the brain can tell the heart to pump blood, and it’s a loop.

So I thought, ‘If one is damaged, then what’s going to happen to this loop?’ So I decided to specialise my treatment in both of those,” he told CNN.

Sean also detailed that if he could change one thing about the brain, it would be to give it infinite storage.

He further dissected a brain to show his favourite part, the hippocampus, which is the section responsible for saving memories.

“I would make it so you remember anything and everything, and you wouldn’t forget. I could have it downsized, but you would have a pretty sick superpower,” he added.

Sean Atitsogbe also touched on the recent turmoil affecting lives across the globe.

According to Sean, he is pessimistic about the world’s future, following the widespread occurrence of crimes as evidence that the world is descending into chaos.

He cited the mass shootings in the United States and other parts of the world as alarming.

He stated, “The world is in a state of turmoil. We’re doomed. Everything happening now seems negative. As my mom and her prayer group say, every single day, there’s a new shooting. If you watch the news, you’ll see at least one shooting every day”.

“It feels like there’s a state of evil everywhere; people are doing unruly, unholy, psychotic things for no reason. What compels someone to kill another person? An old grandma is shopping for diapers for her grandson, and someone just walks in and starts shooting? There’s no reason. So, I’m not very optimistic about the world right now”, he said.

BREAKING: Ghana likely to suffer $1bn judgement debt over Ibrahim Mahama’s E&P ‘forceful’ takeover of gold mines

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BREAKING: Ghana likely to suffer $1bn judgement debt over Ibrahim Mahama’s E&P ‘forceful’ takeover of gold mines

Government of Ghana likely to suffer a judgement debt as high as $1 billion under both Ghanaian law and international treaties if Engineers & Planners (E&P) action to ‘forcefully’ takeover Azumah Ghana’s Black Volta and Sankofo Gold Projects continues.

This development comes as result of viral media reports from multiple news outlets suggest that E&P, a company of wholly-owned by Ibrahim Mahama (brother of John Mahama, President of the republic of Ghana) has taken ownership of Black Volta and Sankofa gold projects located in the Upper West Region with total share-holdings still in the name of Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd.

According to Azumah Resource Ghana, the reports of the total acquisition by E&P is not just untrue but also unlawful as no shares have been transferred to E&P by Azumah Ghana, Upwest, or their shareholders.

“If such a transfer had occurred, it would amount to an expropriation of private property. This would expose the Government of Ghana to claims exceeding US$1 billion under both Ghanaian law and international treaties. It would also fundamentally undermine the message delivered by the Honourable Minister at Africa Down Under last week”

A statement issued by Azumah Resources Ghana Limited dated September 9, 2025 qouted Prof. Prince Amponsah, Chairman of Azumah Ghana, to have said “This is false information designed to confuse the public. It is consistent with E&P’s previous strategy of making public statements without any substance. Only last week E&P abandoned its claims against us, confirming what the courts and contracts already show, that Azumah Ghana is the rightful owner of the Black Volta and Sankofa Projects. Any suggestion to the contrary is baseless. Our focus now is on moving rapidly into development and delivering over US$100 million of investment and thousands of jobs for the people of the Upper West Region.”

The back story as narrated by respected policy analyst and advocated Bright Simons that, E&P entered a contract with a private equity fund called Ibaera in late 2023 to build a gold mine on a concession owned by Ibaera. By the agreement E&P was to pay $100m as a right to participate, which would have cleared the project’s debts and an additional $200m to operationalised the mines.

E&P according to Bright Simons appointed two people to the Board of Azumah Ghana, a 100% subsidiary of Ibaera entities. Azumah Ghana holds the Black Volta gold concessions. Unfortunately, E&P couldn’t raise the funds on the agreed terms and by the contractual deadline so Ibaera cancelled the agreement.

E&P disputed the termination of the agreement by going to arbitration in London in late 2024 but withdraw the case the case in September 2025 followed by an announcement of a takeover.

The announcement of a total acquisition appears to have done on the blind side of Azumah Resources Ghana who are not urging Ghana government to claims exceeding US$1 billion under both Ghanaian law and international treaties.

Read full Statement from Azumah Resources.

Azumah Ghana Denies False Reports of E&P Takeover of Black Volta and Sankofa Projects

Accra, Ghana. Azumah Resources Ghana Limited has today categorically denied reports claiming that Engineers & Planners (E&P) has completed the acquisition of Azumah Ghana and Upwest Resources Ghana and has taken control of the Black Volta and Sankofa Gold Projects.

These reports are false and without any legal basis. Azumah Ghana remains the lawful owner and operator of the projects. No shares have been transferred to E&P by Azumah Ghana, Upwest, or their shareholders.

Not only is this untrue, but as recently as Friday E&P formally abandoned its claims against Azumah Ghana, a development widely reported in the Ghanaian media as paving the way for Azumah Ghana to commence development of the Wa and Black Volta projects unimpeded. The Honourable Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, was internationally praised for resolving the Azumah–E&P dispute and assuring investors at the Africa Down Under conference in Australia that Ghana remains a model of stability. Yet within days, E&P has defied that resolution by forcibly seizing the mine without legal basis, directly undermining the Minister’s own words and casting significant doubt on Ghana’s ability to guarantee the rule of law.

If such a transfer had occurred, it would amount to an expropriation of private property. This would expose the Government of Ghana to claims exceeding US$1 billion under both Ghanaian law and international treaties. It would also fundamentally undermine the message delivered by the Honourable Minister at Africa Down Under last week.

Azumah Ghana intends to apply immediately to the International Court of Arbitration to prevent any such unlawful seizure by E&P, and to ensure that the rights of its shareholders and the interests of the people of Ghana are fully protected.

Prof. Prince Amponsah, Chairman of Azumah Ghana, said “This is false information designed to confuse the public. It is consistent with E&P’s previous strategy of making public statements without any substance. Only last week E&P abandoned its claims against us, confirming what the courts and contracts already show, that Azumah Ghana is the rightful owner of the Black Volta and Sankofa Projects. Any suggestion to the contrary is baseless. Our focus now is on moving rapidly into development and delivering over US$100 million of investment and thousands of jobs for the people of the Upper West Region.”

Azumah Ghana remains committed to developing the Wa, Black Volta, and Sankofa Projects responsibly, in partnership with Ghanaian communities and contractors. The projects are expected to deliver over US$100 million in investment, 1,000 construction jobs, and 420 permanent roles, making them a cornerstone of development in the Upper West Region.

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“I nearly died in EOCO custody” – Chairman Wontumi

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“I nearly died in EOCO custody” – Chairman Wontumi

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has recounted his time in EOCO custody.

Chairman Wontumi, speaking to a group of NPP supporters in Adansi Asokwa, stated that he nearly died in EOCO custody.

According to Chaiman Wontumi, he was kept in a tight room and began to see his dead relatives.

Speaking during Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s visit to Adansi Asokwa, Chairman Wontumi stated, “When they arrested me, I was sent to a small room. If you look at the place Chairman Wontumi I was sleeping at, I nearly died; if not for God, I would have died. Everyone knows when they are about to die.

When you are about to die, you will see your dead family members, which means you are about to die. So, when I started seeing them, I knew I was about to die. I saw myself dying because of where I was kept”.

He added, “That was the reason why I called for Ghanaians to rise up, that it is because of Ghanaians that I am being treated this way”.

It will be recalled that Wontumi was arrested by EOCO following a visit to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters on Tuesday, May 27, shortly after leaving the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters in Accra.

Justice Srem-Sai later revealed that Wontumi is also being investigated for an International organised crime scheme.

The Deputy Attorney General noted that EOCO is assiduously working with our international law enforcement partners on the second strand of criminal investigations.

According to Justice Srem-Sai, the ongoing investigation is being handled by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), with asset recovery efforts already underway to secure suspected proceeds of crime.

Chairman Wontumi was released from EOCO custody on June 2, after meeting his bail GHS50 million conditions.

Bryan Acheampong helped secure Wontumi’s release after he presented the necessary documents to meet the GH₵50 million bail requirement.

Chairman Wontumi expressed his profound gratitude, likening his situation to the 10 people cured of leprosy with just one returning to thank Jesus.

There were even claims that Chairman Wontumi went five days without food or water in EOCO custody.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh, a member of parliament for Nsawam/Adoagyiri also revealed that Chairman Wontumi was on a hunger strike until he was released from EOCO custody.

According to Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Chairman Wontumi has not eaten since his arrest on May 27, 2025.

Speaking on Peace FM, the lawmaker stated, “The truth is that he [Wontumi] says he is will not eat and has not eaten since his arrest. In fact, that is a decision he has taken upon himself and it’s a hunger strike”.

“The doctors have been tight-lipped, and when we ask questions, they don’t provide any helpful information. What we know is that he was taken to the BNI clinic close to the Immigration head office for medical attention, but as to how he is faring and the drugs being administered to him, we don’t know”.

They are not allowing his lawyers and us to even see and check on him. Has he killed anyone?” he added.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh’s claims were, however, refuted by Wontumi’s legal team.

Meanwhile, Dominic Ayine, the Attorney General and Minister for Justice, has announced that the NPP’s Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi, will be charged.

The Attorney General revealed that Chairman Wontumi will be charged and arraigned in the coming days.

According to Dominic Ayine, the Police CID has finalised charges against him in the mining case.

The Attorney General speaking at the Government Accountability Forum on Monday, 28th July, stated, “Wontumi to be formally charged and arraigned in the coming days, as Police CID have finalised charges against him in the mining case”.

Watch the video below:

“I nearly died in EOCO custody. I realized I was dying after I started seeing my dead relatives while being kept in a tight room.” – Chairman Wontumi pic.twitter.com/kvzPEdeS0f
— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) September 10, 2025

Gifty Oware-Mensah and husband exposed for benefiting from over £42k gov’t scholarship

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Gifty Oware-Mensah and husband exposed for benefiting from over £42k gov’t scholarship

Alex Kwaku Asafo-Agyei, the current Registrar of the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat, has exposed irregularities in the awarding of scholarships under the former Akufo-Addo government.

The Registrar of the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat highlighted that an audit of scholarships awarded under the leadership of the former registrar, Dr Kingsley Agyemang, revealed a worrying outcome.

Speaking in a recent interview shared by Kumasi-based Nhyira FM on X, on September 8, 2025, the host read portions of a sponsorship letter signed by the former registrar.

“We confirm that Peter Mensah has been awarded a financial scholarship by the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat to study LLM Law at Brunel University, London, United Kingdom, which commenced in January 2022. The scholarship covers Mensah and his dependent listed above, and it includes all student tuition fees of £17,875 and living expenses of £16,008 per annum. It also covers his dependent and spouse, Gifty Afia Oware-Mensah’s living expenses of £8,160”.

Alex Asafo-Agyei detailed, “The Peter Mensah mentioned is the husband of the very Gifty Oware we all know as the former Deputy Director General of the National Service Authority.

By the mere fact that Peter Mensah was awarded a government scholarship at Brunel, the Scholarship Secretariat used government money, which is £8,160, to also sponsor his wife because Peter Mensah is traveling to study, and his wife, Gifty Oware, has to travel with him to keep him warm. How?” he questioned.

He added, “Even her ticket to travel with her husband was paid for by the Scholarship Secretariat. What crime has the Scholarship Secretariat committed? While we have actual students whose tuitions and stipends are yet to be paid amidst their threats of demonstration, we have sponsored somebody and their entire family as if we are conducting an American lottery program”.

Ghana Scholarship Secretariat described the case of Gifty Oware and her husband as the tip of the iceberg.

Another sponsorship letter read by the registrar stated, “We confirm that Portia Adu Donyina has been awarded a financial scholarship by the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat to study Public Health and Community Studies at Coventry University, UK. The scholarship commenced in February 2021 and ends in February 2022.

The scholarship covers Portia Adu Donyina and her dependents listed above, including all tuition fees of £15,100 and living expenses of £12,180. It also covers her dependents: Joseph Dwamena (spouse), living expenses of £7,605 per annum, and £6,120 per annum each for Nana Yaa Nhyira Dwamena (daughter) and Awurabena Kwakyewaa Dwamena (daughter)”.

Meanwhile, George Opare Addo, the Youth Development and Empowerment Minister, has said Ghana’s scholarships were administered like selling tomatoes in the market.

According to George Opare Addo, based on the investigation conducted by the Fourth Estate, scholarships in Ghana were administered like selling tomatoes.

Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express, George Opare Addo detailed, “For instance, we did not have a standard procedure for administering scholarships, and so it was about whom you know,” he said.

“So the state will have to look for very smart, young, dedicated students and then sponsor their education so that they can go and come back or get training and then come and help fix the problem.”

He added, “From where I sit, while growing up, I knew that scholarships are for brilliant but needy students, people who could not afford or if the state had the need to address a certain challenge.”

“How scholarships have been administered was like selling tomatoes in the market. People go and then say, ‘Ah, let me pay ¢10 or ¢20,’ based on the investigations that the Fourth Estate did. So we wanted to address that challenge.”

In another scandal, Gifty Oware-Mensah, the former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSS), has been exposed for shockingly using NSS allowances as collateral.

According to Dr. Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Gifty Oware-Mensah used the NSS allowances as collateral to secure a GH¢30 million ADB loan.

The AG explained, “Gifty Oware-Mensah created and executed a meticulously detailed plan using National Service allowances as security to obtain a loan of GH¢30,698,218 from the ADB”.

“She achieved this by using other people’s information to register a company called Blocks of Life Consult without their knowledge”.

“She presented Blocks of Life Consult through a middleman and used her husband to act as one of the representatives of the said company. She told ADB that the company specialises in supplying home appliances to NSS personnel and proposed that ADB finance the company to enable it to supply these items on a higher purchase basis to the service personnel,” he added.

Additionally, Dr Dominic Ayine has stated that twelve suspects will be charged in the National Service scandal.

According to the Attorney General, former Executive Director of the National Service Scheme, Mustapha Ussif, former Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Osei Assibey Antwi and former Deputy Director in charge of Finance and Administration, Gifty Oware-Mensah.

He revealed that the former National Service Authority (NSA) ran a criminal enterprise which siphoned huge sums of public funds, including over GHC548 million.

See the post below:

Scholarship Secretariat: Gifty Oware received £8,000 in spousal allowance, while her husband received £16,000 in allowance, along with full fees and air tickets for the family. pic.twitter.com/0j350dblKd
— Ghana Chronicles (@_GhChronicles) September 10, 2025

Goldbod to begin refining gold before export from October 2025

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Goldbod to begin refining gold before export from October 2025

Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, has revealed plans for Ghana to refine gold before export from October 2025.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, the Goldbod will establish a wholly state-owned and international-standard gold refinery.

He highlighted that the reset agenda of Mahama is aimed at transitioning Ghana from the export of raw doré to refined bullion.

He further argued that it was unacceptable for Ghana, as a leader in gold production on the continent, to be exporting raw gold without significant value addition.

Speaking at the maiden edition of the Mining and Minerals Convention in Accra, Sammy Gyamfi stated, “I am happy to inform you that on that same parcel of land secured by the Gold Board, we will be building a wholly state-owned and international standard gold refinery to further advance the local refining of gold produced in Ghana from the S-Model of Ndoko to Gold.”

“The GoldBod would continue to drive innovation, and in this regard, we have secured a parcel of land at the cargo village of the Kotoka International Airport to build an ultra-mordern ISO certified Assay Laboratory with the aim of changing Ghana’s assay regime from XRF and water density to the golden standard of assay – fire assay, for all gold produced in and/or exported from Ghana”.

Sammy Gyamfi added, “As part of the reset agenda of the Mahama-led administration, the GoldBod in conjunction with the Bank of Ghana, is partnering local refineries such as the Gold Coast Refinery to begin the local refining of gold purchased and exported by the GoldBod. Let me at this stage commend the Chamber of Mines for expressing their willingness to work with us to ensure the local refining of gold produced by large-scale mining firms in the country”.

The Goldbod CEO further added that small-scale gold exports hit a record high of 66.7 tons, with an export value of approximately 6.3 billion USD.

He added, “Since January up to the end of August 2025, small-scale gold exports have been taking by or through the Gold Board, working closely with the Bank of Ghana, and hit a record high of 66.7 tons, with an export value of approximately 6.3 billion USD.”

“What this means is that the volume and value of small-scale gold exports from January to August 2025 alone have exceeded the total small-scale gold export outage for the whole of the year 2024, and from January to December, which too had 63 tons, with a value of about 4.6 billion USD.

It is also instructive to note that small-scale gold exports continue to surpass those from the last two minor sectors, which too had 65.1 tons, with an estimated value of approximately 5.6 billion USD for the period between January and August 2025.”

“In response to these challenges, we have taken several strategic steps, culminating in a comprehensive sustainable agenda and report policy reforms for the mining industry. The policies include the comprehensive review of the Minerals and Mining Act 2006 Act 703, and the Minerals and Mining Policy 2014, two extensive stakeholder engagements to align with global best practices.”

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has stated the Goldbod that has made the cedi an “abranteɛ” ( a young man).

According to Mahama, the activities of the Goldbod have increased inflows, strengthening our foreign reserves, improved our balance of payments, and helped stabilise the Cedi.

Speaking at the official inauguration of the GoldBod Taskforce at the National Security Secretariat in Accra, John Mahama stated, “Since its interim formation in January 2025, the Ghana Gold Board has implemented aggressive reforms, especially in the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. By May alone, GOLDBOD exported 11 tonnes of gold valued at USD 1.1 billion. Cumulatively, exports from the small-scale sector reached 51.5 tonnes, valued at approximately USD 5 billion.”

“This represents a 95% increase from the same period in 2024 and surpasses large-scale mining exports for the first time in our history”, he added.

John Mahama emphasised, “These inflows have strengthened our foreign reserves, improved our balance of payments, and helped stabilise the Cedi. More importantly, they reaffirm our belief that artisanal miners, when supported and formalised, can be powerful allies of development”.

Mahama further announced a 10% reward for whistleblowers who help the country in illegal gold or cash recovery.

“Whistleblower channels are in place, and informants are eligible to receive 10% of the seized gold or cash value,” he announced.

“So, whistleblowers, get ready. If you blow the whistle on anybody and gold is retrieved or cash is retrieved, you will get 10% of the value of gold or cash.”

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Revealed – Mahama gov’t to build 50,000-capacity stadium at Borteyman

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Revealed – Mahama gov’t to build 50,000-capacity stadium at Borteyman

Kofi Adams, the Minister for Sports and Recreation, has announced plans for a 50,000-capacity stadium at the Borteyman Sports Complex.

According to him, the Mahama government plans to turn the facility into a modern sports city of international standards.

Kofi Adams noted the infrastructural challenges confronting Ghana’s sports sector, adding that the Mahama government is committed to upgrading facilities to international standards.

Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Mr. Adams explained, “We are looking to have a new stadium of that size around our Borteyman Sports Complex. Because we want to elevate that whole space into a sports city or village so that international clubs can come and camp and train there.

“With such a facility, we will also add accommodation. When this is done, in the future, you will not see accommodation for the Black Stars on the national budget. But we are working on a PPP arrangement,” he explained.

Kofi Adams added, “We want to do a minimum of 50,000 in the Borteyman space, and we should be able to finish it before 2028,” he said.

Kofi Adams, in the same interview, noted that Sports can deliver more with proper investment.

He highlighted that sports, when properly managed, could deliver economic and social benefits that few other sectors can provide.

He argued that Morocco and South Africa are two African nations reaping major benefits from prioritising sports.

Kofi Adams explained, “Sports is a very promising sector. If handled and done well, it will be a huge lift for our country. Around the world, many countries have chosen to invest heavily in sports because it has achieved results that many other initiatives could not”.

“One thing about sports is that we are dealing with talent. So long as we continue to procreate, there will always be people with unique talents. That’s why investment in sports is never wrong. It is one sector that has shown consistent growth. While the returns may not come immediately, sports take a lot of stress off the government and the population,” he added.

Meanwhile, some irate Ghanaian football supporters during the Black Stars’ game with Mali bemoaned the deplorable state of the Accra Sports Stadium.

The irate Black Star fans lamented as they were met with dusty seats despite paying for tickets to attend the World Cup Qualifier Match between Ghana and Mali.

In the viral video, the seat at the Accra Sports Stadium looked in a deplorable state, some broken and very dusty.

One angry Ghanaian fan in the viral video stated, “Look, I have to place something on the seat to be able to sit on it, look at the way the seat is dusty, this morning they should have gotten some people to clean them, I am sitting in this dirt with this sister after paying money for a ticket. When you travel abroad, you will not see this.

We have to do something right”, the netizen added.

Another added, “ A nation that plays ball, look at the seats, Ghana’s stadium is not fine. Ghana has developed more than Mali, but look at this, they will go and talk badly about us”.

Ghana, in recent years, have struggled with maintaining its sporting facilities, with many facilities being left to rot in a deplorable state without any maintenance.

It will be recalled that CAF had earlier placed a ban on Ghana from playing any of its AFCON qualifiers games in the country after the Baba Yara Stadium’s license to host category C games was suspended due to its substandard playing surface.

This led to the GFA and NSA working on the Accra Sports Stadium pitch to meet CAF approval to host Ghana’s AFCON qualifier between Ghana and Sudan.

“If I tell you I am impressed, then I do not know my job” – Sports Minister on Otto Addo’s performance

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“If I tell you I am impressed, then I do not know my job” – Sports Minister on Otto Addo’s performance

Kofi Adams, Ghana’s minister for Sports and Recreation, has said he is not impressed with the performance of Black Stars coach Otto Addo.

The Sports Minister asserted that if he says he is impressed with the performance of Otto Addo, then he does not know his work.

According to Kofi Adams, he is dissatisfied with Ghana’s inconsistent displays in the ongoing World Cup qualifiers.

Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Kofi Adams stated, “Very soon, AFCON is going to start in Morocco. Are we going to be part of it? No, we will watch on TV. We have not even qualified for the World Cup yet. We still need a win and at least a draw to comfortably say that, as far as our group is concerned, nobody can overtake us”.

“If I tell you I am impressed, then it means I do not know my job. I am not. There is a lot of room for improvement. Even when you meet the coach himself, he admits that he got things wrong and takes responsibility. But the question is: for how long will you continue to take blame for wrong decisions?” he asked.

Kofi Adams, in the same interview, noted that Sports can deliver more with proper investment.

He highlighted that sports, when properly managed, could deliver economic and social benefits that few other sectors can provide.

He argued that Morocco and South Africa are two African nations reaping major benefits from prioritising sports.

Kofi Adams explained, “Sports is a very promising sector. If handled and done well, it will be a huge lift for our country. Around the world, many countries have chosen to invest heavily in sports because it has achieved results that many other initiatives could not”.

“One thing about sports is that we are dealing with talent. So long as we continue to procreate, there will always be people with unique talents. That’s why investment in sports is never wrong. It is one sector that has shown consistent growth. While the returns may not come immediately, sports take a lot of stress off the government and the population,” he added.

The Sports Minister furher revealed plans for a 50,000-capacity stadium at the Borteyman Sports Complex.

According to him, the Mahama government plans to turn the facility into a modern sports city of international standards.

He explained, “We are looking to have a new stadium of that size around our Borteyman Sports Complex. Because we want to elevate that whole space into a sports city or village so that international clubs can come and camp and train there.

“With such a facility, we will also add accommodation. When this is done, in the future, you will not see accommodation for the Black Stars on the national budget. But we are working on a PPP arrangement,” he explained.

Kofi Adams added, “We want to do a minimum of 50,000 in the Borteyman space, and we should be able to finish it before 2028,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Black Stars of Ghana kept Ghanaian dreams of going to the World Cup alive after they recorded a crucial 1-0 win over Mali in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Jordan Ayew assisted Alexander Djiku, who tapped the ball into the net at the far post from a corner kick.

The Blackstars’ defence of Djiku, Salisu, and Yirenkyi played key roles by keeping Mali’s attacks at bay.

The 1-0 win puts the Black Stars in pole position to qualify for the 2026 World Cup with two games to go.

Ghana lead the group after eight matches with 19 points, Madagascar are second with 16 points, Comoros are third with 15 points, while Mali lie fourth with 12 points.

The Black Stars will play their last two games in October 2025, against the Central African Republic (CAR) and Comoros.

Black Stars will have to gain a maximum of 4 points from their two remaining games to seal qualification for the global showpiece in the USA, Canada and Mexico in 2026.

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I asked the Sports Minister Kofi Adams if he was impressed with Otto Addo. His response pic.twitter.com/DkJfWSL0bI
— Djiku Akoto Boafo (@eastsportsman) September 10, 2025

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— Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo (@Fentuo_) September 10, 2025

“The ‘can-do spirit’ in my sister is great” – Self-proclaimed sister of Agradaa

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“The ‘can-do spirit’ in my sister is great” – Self-proclaimed sister of Agradaa

Self-proclaimed sister of Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, commonly known as Nana Agradaa, has said the preacher’s spirit is great.

According to the self-proclaimed sister, Evangelist Mama Pat is coping well at the Nsawam Prison.

Speaking in a TikTok video shared by content creator, Agradaa’s ‘sister’ said the preacher remains strong despite the public perception.

She claimed, “We who are behind will think she is finding some struggles, but the ‘can-do spirit’ in my sister is great:,

“I can say it point-blank that she is okay…because if you don’t have strength, you can’t do it. Nothing is too hard for God to allow her to come back, and when she comes back, I believe she will take this as a big advice,” she added.

Agradaa is serving a 15-year jail term after she was sentenced for two counts of defrauding by false pretences.

She was sentenced by Her Honour Evelyn Asamoah of the Circuit Court.

Agradaa was also fined GH¢300 for one count of charlatanic advertisement, with a 30-day custodial sentence in default of payment

Her charges stem from a televised advertisement she aired in 2022.

In the ad, Agradaa claimed she has the power to double the money for her congregants at the Godsway International Heaven Church, misleading them into surrendering their money during an all-night church service at her Weija-based ministry in Accra.

According to the Judge, Evelyn Asamoah, Agradaa skilfully executed the offences and showed no remorse during proceedings.

Also, Agradaa is seeking a plea bargaining agreement with the Attorney General, Dr Dominic Ayine, in another court case.

She is seeking a plea bargain in a case involving her sharing non-consensual intimate images of preacher Osofo Appiah, also known as Osofo Biblical.

Osofo Appiah, the complainant, claimed that he was assaulted by individuals believed to be close associates of Agradaa during her time as a fetish priestess.

He further accuses her of unlawfully airing a private video of him engaging in a sexual act with a married woman. The footage was reportedly broadcast on her former television station, Thunder TV.

Agradaa is now seeking a plea bargaining agreement with AG Ayine in the case where she and two others have been charged for sharing nude images of a prophet.

The case has since been adjourned to 21st October, pending the outcome of negotiations.

Meanwhile, Richard Asare Baffour, the legal counsel to incarcerated Evangelist Patricia Asiamah, formerly Nana Agradaa, has refuted media reports linking Ali Adam as the lawyer of Agradaa.

According to Richard Asare Baffour, the late Ali Adam had no connection to Agradaa’s legal case.

Speaking in an interview on Ghana Weekend on August 31, 2025, Asare Baffour stated, “I want to emphasise that Ali was not involved in the team that worked on Mama Pat’s case. In light of this, I urge the public to refrain from speculating about any connection between his passing and his professional work.

“Death is an inevitable part of life, and we will all face it someday. Let’s be kind and respectful in our comments, especially considering Ali’s young family. May his soul rest in peace,” he added.

Reports on August 31, 2025, claimed that Legal counsel to incarcerated Nana Agradaa, Lawyer Ali Adam, had reportedly passed on, according to reports.

“Focus on LGBTQ issues, not DSTV” – Sam George told

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“Focus on LGBTQ issues, not DSTV” – Sam George told

Nana Romeo, a media personality, has told the Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Sam George, to focus on the issues of LGBTQ and not DSTV pricing.

According to Nana Romeo, issues surrounding LGBTQ are more pressing national issues than DSTV subscription prices.

He asserted that DSTV is a luxury service and not a basic necessity for Ghanaians.

Speaking on his show on September 8, 2025, Nana Romeo stated, “DSTV is not a necessity. It is a luxury good. Even when the NDC came to power. The president stopped the payment of DSTV in government offices.

Multichoice never came to complain about it. They themselves know that DSTV is not needed by everyone; anyone who can afford it can buy it”, he said.

Nana Romeo reminded Sam George of his strong advocacy against LGBTQ+ before assuming office, emphasising that such issues deserve more attention than DSTV.

“Before you came into power, you focused on the issue of LGBTQ. Ever since you came to office, you have been silent on it. These are things to be fighting for, not DSTV”, he said.

He, however, added that Sam George shutting down DSTV would only disadvantage Ghanaians.

Nana Romeo noted that many sports lovers rely on DSTV, as many matches, including Ghana’s World Cup qualifiers, were exclusively broadcast on the platform.

The media personality added, “Speaking of overpricing, a single product like a bottle of water can be sold at different prices at different places. We need a general pricing mechanism. These are the things to be fighting for. Not DSTV.

Some movie producers have shared how Multichoice is even helping the movie industry by producing some movies and TV shows. Aside from that, those into sports can only watch through DSTV, even the World Cup qualifiers between Chad and Ghana; no Ghanaian TV station had the rights to it, only DSTV. So shutting it down will be a huge discredit to them”.

Nana Romeo’s comments come following the ongoing brouhaha surrounding Sam George and MultiChoice operators of DStv.

Meanwhile, reports gathered suggest the South African Foreign Minister is set to touch down in Ghana in an attempt to resolve the impasse between MultiChoice and Communication Minister, Sam George, over DStv subscription prices.

Charles Owiredu, Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament’s Information and Communications Committee, confirmed this.

According to Charles Owiredu, the visit is aimed at de-escalating tensions that have been mounting in recent weeks following the impasse surrounding DStv’s refusal to reduce its subscription fees.

“The South African Minister is set to touch down in Ghana to engage our Foreign Minister on this particular matter. We need to use diplomatic standards to solve this, not threats and confrontations. It doesn’t help anybody,” Mr. Owiredu stated.

In Addition, the National Communications Authority (NCA) confirmed that MultiChoice Ghana has agreed to the directive from the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations to establish a Stakeholder Committee that will evaluate DSTV pricing in Ghana.

The NCA statement read, “MultiChoice Ghana has agreed to the directive from the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations to establish a Stakeholder Committee that will evaluate DSTV pricing in Ghana. The company has also committed to fully participating in this process.”

Meanwhile, Sam George had earlier replied to MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv, after they refuted claims that they had agreed to reduce their subscription prices.

According to Sam George, he has no intention to tolerate the disrespect from DStv to Ghanaians.

The sector minister revealed that the National Communication Authority (NCA) will proceed to shut down DSTV operations tomorrow, September 6, 2025.

In a statement released, MultiChoice Ghana stated, “We have noted the statement made by the Minister for Communications Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George.

We continue to engage with the Minister in a bid to find an amicable solution that is beneficial for all parties involved, but does not jeopardise the viability of the DSty service.

We will fully participate in the established Working Committee. However, we wish to clarify that MultiChoice Group has not agreed to a price reduction”.

In a post on X in reaction to MultiChoice’s statement, Sam George wrote, “Let me be clear, I have no intention to continue tolerating the disrespect to Ghanaians by DStv.

If MultiChoice is not interested, as they claim in their last statement, in discussing a reduction in prices as they had indicated to me, we would proceed to effect the shutdown tomorrow as indicated.

DStv indicated their willingness to engage the Ministry on its concerns on pricing and prayed us to stay our enforcement action. If they have changed their position, then we simply would enforce the regulatory action”.

He added, “No company is above the law. When MultiChoice is ready to discuss price reduction, they can come to the negotiation table. Until then, there is nothing for us to meet over. The @NCAGhana would carry out enforcement.

Ghana is open for businesses that respect our laws and institutions”.

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“Selective justice breeds retribution when power changes hands” – Ntim Fordjour warns

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“Selective justice breeds retribution when power changes hands” – Ntim Fordjour warns

Reverand John Ntim Fordjour, a member of Parliament (MP) for Assin South, has warned the John Mahama-led NDC government that selective justice breeds retribution when power changes hands.

His warning follows the Accra Circuit decision to detain Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, in police custody.

According to Rev Ntim Fordjour, the NDC government is practising selective justice and using state security agencies to intimidate critics.

He cited the case of Kevin Taylor, who insulted judges, chiefs and others, also, Chairman Sofo Azorka’s ability to walk freely despite assaulting Chairman Buga and threatening the minority leader Afenyo-Markin.

In a post on social media on September 9, 2025, the lawmaker wrote, “Kevin Taylor insulted and threatened notable people, including Judges, Chiefs, Clergy, and the President, among others and was given a State Security escort to court in a Land Cruiser Prado under Mahama”.

“Azorka is walking free after assaulting Chairman Masawud and threatening Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, our Minority Leader. Chairman Abronye, on the other hand, was arrested in a dramatic manner, remanded, and put in a Black Maria to court like a hardened criminal”.

The lawmaker post added, “Pro-NPP social media influencers are constantly intimidated and mishandled by the NDC government and their remote-controlled security agencies as if they’re not citizens. It was Fante Comedy, Sir Obama, @adentaKumi and today Abronye.

“Selective justice breeds retribution when power changes hands. This tyranny is nauseating and will not be tolerated beyond four years. While they are at it, they must remember power changes hands and no regime is permanent”, Ntim Fordjour post concluded.

Also, Salam Mustapha, the National Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has slammed the Accra Circuit Court decision to remand Abronye DC into police custody.

Some disgruntled NPP Supporters at the Accra Circuit Court vow vengeance on the National Democratic Congress when they win back power.

In a viral video, Salam Mustapha boldly stated, “Power has an end, the tables will turn, I am telling you the tables will turn and we will all have our revenge.”

Abronye arrived at the Accra Circuit Court aboard the Black Maria for prosecution following his arrest yesterday.

In the viral video, Abronye was spotted in handcuffs arriving in court today, September 9, 2025.

The Accra Circuit Court remanded NPP’s Bono Regional Chairman, Abronye, into police custody.

According to a police statement, Abronye has been remanded into Police custody to reappear on Friday, 12th September 2025.

“The Ghana Police Service today, 9th September, 2025, arraigned Mr. Kwame Baffoe @ Abronye before the Circuit Court, Accra.

The court remanded him into Police custody to reappear on Friday, 12th September, 2025”, the police statement read.

The police had earlier stated on the social media platform X on September 8, 2025, that Abronye had been charged with offensive conduct conducive to the breach of the peace.

The police statement read, “ POLICE ARREST MR KWAME BAFFOE FOR OFFENSIVE CONDUCT.

The Ghana Police Service has today, 08/09/25, arrested Mr. Kwame Baffoe @ Abronye for Offensive conduct conducive to the breach of the peace.

He is currently in custody and will be put before Court”.

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, about 16 armed officers stormed the residence of former NPP Greater Accra Regional Youth Organiser, Moses Abor, in three Tundra vehicles and on motorbikes.

In a viral video, some police officers were seen invading Moses Abor’s residence on Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Reports suggest the officers were in search of Kwame Baffoe Abronye, popularly known as Abronye DC, who is wanted.

The police claim they acted on intelligence that Abronye was being harboured at the property.

Abronye’s arrest came on the back of his seeking political asylum and security protection over threats on his life by government operatives and IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno and his boys.

Abronye, in a detailed letter, September 5, 2025, appealed to the embassies and high commissions of Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States, Côte d’Ivoire, Spain, France and Italy for urgent protection.

According to Abronye, his troubles started immediately after the NDC assumed office in January 2025.

He revealed he was the first opposition politician invited, arrested and detained by the government following his criticism of the government’s dismissal of more than 150,000 workers.

He claims, “The first opposition politician to be invited, arrested and detained by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB)”.

“During my detention, I was threatened, intimidated and sternly warned that unless I ceased criticising the government, I would face more severe reprisals,” he wrote.

Abronye also alleged that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, was involved in selective arrests of opposition members.

“He ordered me to report to the National Police Headquarters immediately to answer questions as to why I had been insulting and disrespecting the IGP. He warned that if I failed to comply, I would be dealt with mercilessly and that I ‘wouldn’t come back to life,’” Abronye recounted.

He detailed that when his lawyers wrote to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to verify the summons, they were informed that no complaint or investigation had been initiated against him.

“The supposed investigator refused to clarify and instead ominously stated: tell that boy that if he refuses to come and we pick him up, he won’t come back to life”.

Abronye cited international law in his appeal for political asylum, under the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the 1969 OAU Refugee Convention and the UNHCR Guidelines on International Protection.

“This application is respectfully grounded upon binding international legal instruments that recognise the well-founded fear of persecution for political opinion and prohibit refoulement”, he stated.

He added that copies of his application had been sent to the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Ghana, UNHCR Ghana, UNDP Ghana and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS).

He wrote, “I respectfully seek political asylum and security protection in your country.

“I place my trust in your respected institution to consider my case urgently and extend the necessary humanitarian assistance and protection under international conventions governing the rights of asylum seekers”.

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Kevin Taylor insulted and threatened notable people including Judges, Chiefs, Clergy, President among others and was given State Security escort to court in a Landcruiser Prado under Mahama.

Azorka is walking free after assaulting Chairman Masawud and threatening Hon Osahen…
— John Ntim Fordjour MP (@NtimFordjour) September 9, 2025

Kevin Taylor insulted Judges and chiefs, but was given a State Security escort – MP slams Abronye’s detention

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Kevin Taylor insulted Judges and chiefs, but was given a State Security escort – MP slams Abronye’s detention

Reverand John Ntim Fordjour, a member of Parliament (MP) for Assin South, has slammed the Accra Circuit decision to detain Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, in police custody.

According to Rev Ntim Fordjour, the NDC government is practising selective justice and using state security agencies to intimidate critics.

He warned the NDC government that selective justice breeds retribution when power changes hands.

In a post on social media on September 9, 2025, the lawmaker wrote, “Kevin Taylor insulted and threatened notable people, including Judges, Chiefs, Clergy, and the President, among others and was given a State Security escort to court in a Land Cruiser Prado under Mahama”.

“Azorka is walking free after assaulting Chairman Masawud and threatening Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, our Minority Leader. Chairman Abronye, on the other hand, was arrested in a dramatic manner, remanded, and put in a Black Maria to court like a hardened criminal”.

The lawmaker post added, “Pro-NPP social media influencers are constantly intimidated and mishandled by the NDC government and their remote-controlled security agencies as if they’re not citizens. It was Fante Comedy, Sir Obama, @adentaKumi and today Abronye.

“Selective justice breeds retribution when power changes hands. This tyranny is nauseating and will not be tolerated beyond four years. While they are at it, they must remember power changes hands and no regime is permanent”, Ntim Fordjour post concluded.

His remarks follow the arrest of Abronye by the Ghana Police Service.

Abronye arrived at the Accra Circuit Court after his arrest yesterday, September 8, 2025.