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Ex-CJ Sophia Akuffo resigns as a member of the Council of State

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Ex-CJ Sophia Akuffo resigns as a member of the Council of State

Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has resigned from her role as a member of Ghana’s Council of State.

According to reports, Sophia Akuffo stopped attending Council meetings following the decision relating to the removal process involving former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

Reports suggest she later submitted her resignation towards the end of 2025.

Although the circumstances surrounding her resignation remain unclear, it has been linked to the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

It will be recalled in April 2025, when the Council of State voted on whether a prima facie case had been established against then Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo; 30 out of 31 members voted in favour; only Sophia Akuffo abstained, although she did not publicly explain her decision at the time.

Meanwhile, her reported resignation has not yet been officially confirmed by the Council of State or the Office of the President.

Justice Akuffo served as Chief Justice of Ghana from 2017 to 2020.

In other news, following the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo by President John Mahama, Sophia Akuffo comforted and encouraged her.

Sophia Akuffo urged Gertrude Torkornoo to take heart, as God may have bigger, better, and greater things planned for her.

In an interview with TV3 on September 2, Sophia Akuffo stated, “She should take heart. That God sees, and sometimes when you go through certain things which you think have brought you to the end or to your knees or something like that, that could be far from the truth”.

“There could be bigger, better and greater needs that the Lord has in store. That is what I will tell her, and that is what I will send to her as a text message.”

“When you are a believer, things happen today- yes, they have happened- so look to God and move on, and you will allow God to manage the rest”, she added.

Sophia Akuffo further condemned the proceedings that led to President John Dramani Mahama removing the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo.

According to Sophia Akuffo,  Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo was not given a fair hearing.

Sophia Akuffo described the proceedings as a “rigmarole” that set a dangerous precedent for Ghana’s judiciary.

The former Chief Justice added, “She did not get a fair trial. Even though it is not a trial strictly speaking, it was handled as though it were a treason trial”.

“They lack the gravity that will lead to a grave outcome such as the removal of the head of an institution of justice”.

The former Chief Justice’s remarks echo the same feelings Chief Justice Torkonoo herself had earlier labelled as cruel and unconstitutional.

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110 jobs created through World Cup viewing centres initiative  – John Dumelo details

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110 jobs created through World Cup viewing centres initiative  – John Dumelo details

John Dumelo, the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has detailed that his World Cup viewing centres initiative has created employment opportunities for more than 110 people.

According to John Dumelo, through the World Cup viewing centres, he has created over direct and indirect jobs in Ayawaso West and beyond.

John Dumelo, the project was designed not only to provide residents with an opportunity to watch World Cup matches but also to grow economic activity and support businesses in his constituency.

In an earlier post on X, John Dumelo announced plans for World Cup viewing centres in his constituency.

wrote, “The World Cup starts today and here is good news for Ayawaso West.

1. I have paid DSTV for TV viewing centres across Ayawaso West.

2. Free giant screen at Abelemkpe Astro Turf park for all Ghana matches.

3. Free giant screen at Okponlgo for all World Cup matches.

4. Free Giant screen at Mempasem for all Ghana Matches

5. Free Giant screen at the Airport residential area for all Ghana matches

6. Free Giant screen at West Legon for all Ghana matches.

7. Free Giant screen at Dzorwulu for all Ghana matches.

I have also engaged 13 Kenkey sellers across the constituency to provide free meals Kenkey and Ghana fish) For those coming to watch the Ghana matches.  Go Ghana Go!!!”

John Dumelo, in another post, shared more details, saying, “Good afternoon folks, here is a breakdown of my World Cup giant screens intervention.

1.  10 youth have been employed to mount the giant screen across the constituency.

2.  30 youth have been employed to share the refreshments across all the viewing centres.

3. 13 Kenkey houses have been contracted to prepare the Kenkey. That is 13 families getting employed during this World Cup season. They have indicated they need to employ more hands to meet the target.

4. The maize for the Kenkey is being sourced from the Upper East and Volta regions from farmers who haven’t been able to sell their maize due to a glut.

5. The fish for the kenkey is being sourced from the Volta and Central regions.

6. The tomatoes and onions for the pepper are being sourced from farmers in the Ashanti region.

7. Chair rental companies in Ayawaso have been contracted to provide chairs and tables.

8. Several taxi drivers are on standby to help with the transportation of refreshments and the easy movement of those employed.

From the above details, direct and indirect jobs created in Ayawaso West and beyond is a little above 110 people, especially women and the youth. #kenkeyeconomics #idey4u”.

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Missing UCC student found dead on a beach

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Missing UCC student found dead on a beach

Innocentia Avinu, a 20-year-old student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), who had been reported missing, has been found dead on a beach.

Reports suggest the level 200 UCC student was last seen on June 11, 2026, at the Ayensu Plaza Hostel on the UCC campus when she informed friends that she was leaving campus to meet an acquaintance outside the university community.

According to the information gathered, her family launched a search and appealed to the public for assistance; however, her dead body was discovered on June 12, 2026, at Hatchland Beach Resort, near the University of Cape Coast.

 Eric-Sylvera Kwadzogah Avorgbedor, a cousin of the deceased, has since confirmed her death in an interview, revealing that the cause of death remains unknown.

“The cause of death is unknown for now. I think there is going to be an autopsy on Monday, so until then, we do not actually know what caused her death. Her body was found at Hatchland Beach,” he said.

Authorities have not yet disclosed full details of the condition of the body. Police say they are treating the case as a serious incident and have begun efforts to establish what led to her death.

Reports suggest the police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of her death.

Chief Inspector Isaac Evans Ettie of the Police Public Affairs Unit in the Central Region stated, “The Dean of Students was informed and together with the police and family members, they proceeded to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital mortuary, where the body was shown to the family and confirmed as that of Innocentia Avinu.

“The body was carefully inspected in the presence of the family members, and there were no physical marks on the body. The regional crime scene team visited the scene and processed it. Meanwhile, the body awaits an autopsy. The case is still under investigation,” Inspector Ettie stated.

Meanwhile, the family of the late Innocentia Atsufui Avinu has refuted reports that their daughter’s body parts were harvested.

On June 14, 2026, in a statement, they described the reports as completely false, fabricated, and deeply painful to the family.

Parts of the statement read, “The family strongly condemns and categorically denies malicious reports circulated by certain online platforms and bloggers claiming that our daughter’s body parts were harvested.

These claims are completely false, fabricated, and deeply painful to the family. We urge the general public to disregard them entirely”, it stated.

They further added, “We appeal urgently to the public, social media users, and student communities to stop sharing, forwarding, or publishing photos of Innocentia’s body ashore. We request that you grant her the dignity she deserves and protect our grieving family from further trauma by deleting such files immediately”.

“The Ghana Police Service is actively conducting an investigation to unravel the exact circumstances surrounding her tragic passing. The family is cooperating fully with law enforcement to ensure that clarity and justice are achieved.”

“Our sincere appreciation goes to the management of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), the student body, friends, and the public for the immense support, condolences, and prayers extended to us since this tragedy occurred”, it added.

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‘Mahama’s job approval rating should be below 15%; he has been disappointing’ – Professor fumes

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‘Mahama’s job approval rating should be below 15%; he has been disappointing’ – Professor fumes

Professor Charles Marfo, the Provost of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at KNUST, has boldly stated that President John Dramani Mahama’s administration’s recent job approval rating should fall below 15%.

According to Professor Charles Marfo, the ruling John Mahama government has disappointed the ordinary Ghanaians despite the high expectations placed on them following its massive win in the 2024 election.

Speaking on a panel discussion on Oyerepa TV in a video shared on TikTok, Professor Charles Marfo disclosed, “NDC is in power, and they should step in and open the Afari Hospital. That is why people are saying that the president’s approval rating is going down. For me, I believe it should have dropped even lower than what we are seeing below 15%.

“When it drops, it will make him sit up. Some of us had so much confidence in them, but look at what is happening. When they came into office, they started with the Krofuom Market. Have they completed the Kumasi market? They are disappointing the people, and someone should tell them,” he said.

His comments come on the heels of the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) nationwide poll released today, Wednesday, June 10, which has revealed that President John Mahama’s job approval rating has declined.

According to the poll conducted in May 2026 in all sixteen regions of Ghana and covering over 1,000 respondents, President Mahama’s job approval rating declined from 68% recorded in December 2025 to 58.9% in May.

The IEA, however, indicated that a more than 30 percentage point gap between approval and disapproval indicates positive assessments of the President’s performance.

“On the economy, nearly three in four approvers, 73.5%, credit the government’s handling of the economy, followed by road infrastructure at 16.0% and energy and electricity at 2.7%.

The poll indicated that the economy still tops the list at 30.9%, though the IEA cautions this does not necessarily reflect a rejection of the government’s macroeconomic record.

“Electricity supply was cited by 29.9% of disapprovers, a finding the IEA links directly to a temporary power supply constraint in May 2026 that brought frequent outages to homes and businesses across the country.

Corruption was raised by 19.1% of disapprovers, a signal, the IEA notes, that the government’s anti-corruption rhetoric has yet to fully convince a significant portion of the public”, reports stated.

The IEA further cited that Ghanaians’ expectations are rising. “The findings suggest that Ghanaians are broadly supportive of the President’s leadership but are expectant that the progress recorded at the macro level will increasingly be felt in their daily lives”.

Some netizens reacting to the news card shared by JOY FM stated, “How do u watch ur approval ratings nosedive & continue to keep the same non-performing folks in office for 18months?

Politicians always tout the Private sector as the engine of growth – do they know how that sector operates?

By performance reviews & competence

Shocked for JM”.

One X user added, “I agree… mainly because the likes of Gifty Oware and Adu Boahen have not been jailed…however, it doesn’t mean I will vote for Bawumia…forget”.

“I disagree with this figure of 58%; this seems cooked. The IEA now isn’t the credible IEA we used to hold in high esteem in years past because the institution has recently appointed politically partisan personnel like Prof Gyampo.

What better has Mahama done to get 58% approval ?” a netizen added.

A netizen added, “Mussa’s poll is being conducted in June when the power situation has improved significantly, so I won’t be surprised if it shows that approval ratings for the president haven’t changed since March (the last poll)”.

Meanwhile, data scientist Alfred Appiah, reacting to the JOY FM news card, asserted that the IEA poll underscores just how important it is to keep the lights on.

He detailed that the poll was conducted in May, when power outages were still a major public concern.

In his post, he wrote, “This IEA poll underscores just how important it is to keep the lights on. Conducted in May, when power outages were still a major public concern, the findings suggest that electricity supply was a significant factor among respondents who disapproved of the President’s performance.

It is a reminder that the power sector has a direct impact on public confidence and everyday life. Can’t play with that!”.

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@focusparker President Mahama's performance has been disappointing. His approval ratings should be around 15% by now and not 58%.-Prof Charles Marfo. #npp #ndc #jm #nanaaddo #afarimilitaryhospital ♬ original sound – Kwesi Parker-Wilson

“Wontumi did not put a gun to anybody’s head to steal” – Ellen Ama Daaku

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“Wontumi did not put a gun to anybody’s head to steal” – Ellen Ama Daaku

Ellen Ama Daaku, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communication team, has defended the embattled Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi, following the ongoing Exim Bank fraud case.

According to Ellen Ama Daaku, Chairman Wontumi did not put a gun to anybody’s head to steal.

She argued that Wonttumi requested a loan just like any other Ghanaian businessman would do.

The NPP further challenged the Attorney General’s claims that Wontumi obtained the loan through false representation and questioned the role of the bank itself.

She further highlighted that the focus should not only be on Wontumi’s actions but also on the processes within Exim Bank that allowed the loan to be granted using the alleged false representation.  

Speaking on this on a panel discussion on the GTV Breakfast Show, Ama Daaku stated, “Let’s go back to the Exim Bank matter again. Chairman Wontumi did not put a gun to anybody’s head. He did not steal. What he requested was a loan just like any other Ghanaian businessman would do. Whether his party was in power or not, he is a businessman”.

“Now, the AG is telling us that he used false representation; what was the bank doing? Where is the bank’s legal department? What happened to the bank’s processes for acquiring a loan? Those are the questions we should be asking. As for Chairman Wontumi trying to get himself out of it, he’s totally right. After all, he went for the loan. He didn’t steal it,” she insisted.

His comment follows, the Attorney General, who has told the court today that New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is seeking a plea bargain in the GH¢30 million EXIM Bank financial loss case.

According to reports, the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, informed the court today, June 11, 2026, that Wontumi, through his lawyer on 5th June 2026, requested to initiate a plea negotiation in respect of the charges in the Exim Bank case.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi was slapped with fresh charges over a GH¢14.3M Exim Bank loan case.

He was slapped with fresh charges, including fraud by false pretence.

Wontumi, Thomas Antwi-Boasiako (at large) and Wontumi Farms Limited are facing four counts of charges per the charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026, signed by Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai, detailed that “Chairman Wontumi is personally facing three of the four counts of the charge of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); uttering of a forged document, contrary to Section 169 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); and money laundering, contrary to Section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

“Together with Thomas Antwi-Boasiako and Wontumi Farms Limited, they are facing the charge of intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, contrary to Section 179A(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29)”, Starr FM stated.

Meanwhile, Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for Ashanti Regional New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman Chairman Wontumi, has refuted claims that his client’s decision to seek plea negotiations in the Exim Bank fraud case is an admission of guilt.

Appiah-Kubi highlighted that every accused person remains innocent until proven guilty under Ghana’s plea bargaining framework.

According to Wontumi’s lawyer,  opting for a plea bargain doesn’t mean the person is guilty.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi explained, “Opting for a plea bargain doesn’t mean the person is guilty. We opted for a plea bargain and have not yet started discussions on the terms, but why is the Attorney-General impugning their own motives?”

“The Plea Bargaining Act comes as Act 1079. Section 162 of the previous Act has been amended and captured as 162A on plea negotiations. This law came into effect on July 22, 2022”.

“It’s not everyone that knows this provision. The plea agreement under Section 162A(1)(b) is to withdraw all the charges against the accused person, which is one of the expectations of the negotiations”.

“Section 162A(2)(a) says the prosecutor shall, before the commencement of plea negotiations, inform the accused person of the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty,” he stated.

He added, “So there is no way that anyone who applies for plea negotiations admits guilt or is guilty. That’s not what the law says”.

“For now, we haven’t met to design the terms of negotiations, so why are we in a hurry to prescribe one of them for us when we haven’t indicated a preference?” he asked.

“If the negotiated position is the withdrawal of the charges, then where is the conviction?” he quizzed.

“We need to understand these things because the speculation is worrying. It is not fair,” he added.

President Mahama’s biggest legacy will be … – Barker-Vormawor discloses

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President Mahama’s biggest legacy will be … – Barker-Vormawor discloses

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, a private legal practitioner and activist, has disclosed what President John Dramani Mahama’s biggest legacy will be.

 According to Barker-Vormawor, President Mahama’s biggest legacy will be the evaluation of the constitutional review.

He argued that the 1992 Constitution has clear limitations, adding that the 4th Republic has entrenched elitism at every level and made illusory the promise of probity.

In a post on X, Oliver Barker-Vormawor detailed, “Constitution Review will be the President’s biggest legacy.

The PNDC gave us the 1992 Constitution. We have since seen its limitations as a blueprint for a socially just democracy.

The 4th Republic has entrenched elitism at every level and made illusory the promise of probity, accountability and transparency.

The very ideals that birthed June 4th and the revolution haven’t found their footing to the same extent as the ills the Revolution sought to remove.

Our democracy is less secure, less socially progressive and has produced, in Afenyo-Markin’s words, a single-interest “a political class” across the political divide, which regularly cedes to appeals to stick together to protect themselves at the expense of we the people.

We can change that! We can craft a “social democracy” of our own making.

May the love of the nation prevail in how we think of the path forward.

Take this path to greatness – @JDMahama!

Shalom”.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama in 2025 disclosed that the report of the Constitution Review Committee will be implemented starting from early 2026.

According to President Mahama, the implementation of the Constitution Review Committee report will be done in a bipartisan manner.

Speaking after receiving the final report from the Committee in Accra on Monday, December 22, Mahama stated, “This time we said let’s choose the committee very carefully, so that it’s a committee that Ghanaians have trust in, so that when the report comes it would be nonpartisan, it would not have been influenced by any political interest, so that it would make it easier for all of us to come together and move the process forward,” he noted.

“As soon as we resume early next year, we’re moving from the constitutional review process into the implementation process, and so early next year we’ll announce an implementation committee”, he added.

Also, President Mahama labelled the proposal by the Constitution Review Committee as revolutionary and radical.

According to President Mahama, some of the recommendations are revolutionary and radical, but in the interest of Ghana’s democracy.

President Mahama stressed that the recommendations are necessary to strengthen governance and restore public confidence in democratic institutions, noting that several countries in the subregion are experiencing coups.

Mahama stated, “I think that many of the recommendations you’ve made are quite revolutionary. Some are quite radical, but I think it’s in the interest of our democracy”.

“It is important for us to let our citizens know that democratic governance is still better than any other form of governance.”

He further added, “You were carefully chosen for your integrity, your credibility, and we haven’t had the experience of constitutional review committees before and the fact that at the end of it we had been unable to agree how to move the process forward”.

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Chairman Wontumi has been betrayed by his own party people – Details emerge 

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Chairman Wontumi has been betrayed by his own party people – Details emerge 

The information gathered suggests the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has been betrayed by his own party faithful.

Reports suggest Chairman Wontumi has more enemies within his own party than the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).

According to the information gathered, Chairman Wontumi, during proceedings in the Samreboi illegal mining case, was scouting for witnesses, but his own party bigwigs abandoned him in the middle of the trial.

It has been reported that the persons who came to his aid were Wisdom Gomashie and Hon George Mireku Duker, with claims being made that the former Western Regional Minister Kwabena Otchere Darko Mensah, who was unwilling to be his witness, came up with jokes when he took the witness stand.

It has been alleged that Dominic Nitiwul, Francis Owusu Ajyaw and Samuel Abu Jinapo were nowhere to be found for their witness statements during the trial.

Patrick Kwame Sah, a youth activist, providing details on X, wrote, “This man called Mr Benard Antwi Bosiako alias Wontumi has been betrayed by his own NP PARTY PEOPLE.

Inside the Party, he has more enemies than in  NDC, and I know that because of messages I received from his perceived FOES in NPP.

This man in the Samreboi Illegal Mining Case was scouting for witnesses, but his own party bigwigs, he believes, were perfect witnesses, ABANDONED him in the middle of the TRIAL.

Dominic Nitiwul, Francis Owusu Ajyaw and Samuel Abu Jinapo were nowhere to be found for their WITNESS statements.

The only persons who came to his aid were Wisdom Gomashie and Hon George Mireku Duker; they showed love for him WILLINGLY, and the former Western Regional Minister Kwabena Otchere Darko Mensah, who was UNWILLING and as if he was FORCED to witness for him that day with so  many “JOKES” 

He further disclosed that the NPP bigwigs came to court in the case of ABRONYE BAIL APPEAL but REFUSED to come to the Next Court steps away to say hello to him.

“I wept the day 17 NPP lawyers, including Odame, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Justin Kodua, etc together with NPP chairmanship aspirants like John Boadu, Nana Bee, BUGA, etc came to court in the case of ABRONYE BAIL APPEAL but REFUSED to come to the Next Court steps away to say hello to him

They saw ABRONYE’s case as more useful than this MAN.

This man always comes to court with only 5 LOYAL FOOT SPIDERS and HONOURABLE GEORGE ODURO, his Campaign Manager, and I always ask him”, his post added.

The development follows,  Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has announced he has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Appiah-Kubi cited concern about the court’s insistence on his personal appearance despite prior notification of scheduling conflicts arising from multiple court commitments.

He argued that the situation raises questions about fairness and professional accommodation.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi disclosed, “I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case. My reasons are in the affidavit. I am withdrawing my legal services”.

“I have practised law for some time, and I am not comfortable with how the case has been handled. It was moving too fast. I will petition the Bar Association,” he added.

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Nii Lante Vanderpuye resigns as DRIP Coordinator; set to pursue NDC national executive role

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Nii Lante Vanderpuye resigns as DRIP Coordinator; set to pursue NDC national executive role

Nii Lante Vanderpuye has officially resigned from his position as the National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP).

In a statement signed by Nii Lante Vanderpuye, he announced his decision to resign.

According to him, his decision was motivated by a desire to continue serving the party and the country in a different capacity.

In a post sharing the resignation letter, Nii Lante Vanderpuye wrote, “Leadership is fundamentally about service, sacrifice, and staying true to one’s beliefs.

As of today, I have officially submitted my resignation. While one chapter may be ending, my commitment to the people and the causes I stand for remains as strong as ever.

THE WORK CONTINUES”.

Part of his resignation letter read, “It has been a great honour and privilege to serve His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana in this role. I am deeply grateful for the confidence reposed in me and for the opportunity to contribute to a programme that is transforming local infrastructure and improving lives across our communities”.

“This decision is driven by my desire to continue serving our party and country in a different capacity, while contributing to the strengthening of our democratic traditions and institutions”, he said.

“I remain fully committed to the vision of President Mahama, the success of his administration, and the ideals of the NDC. I leave the office with immense gratitude, proud of the work we have accomplished together and optimistic about the future of DRIP”.

“May God continue to bless Ghana and guide us all in our collective service to the nation”,  he concluded.

Meanwhile, Nii Lantey Vanderpuye has revealed he is prepared to contest for the National Chairmanship of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).

However, Vanderpuye added that his contesting the National Chairmanship hinges on the current Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, deciding not to seek reelection.

According to the former lawmaker, his decision depends entirely on Asiedu Nketia’s next political move.

Speaking on Face to Face on Tuesday, Nii Lantey Vanderpuye stated, “If the current Chairman, my very good brother Johnson Asiedu Nketia, is not contesting, I will contest.”

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Over GH¢76 million released by gov’t for the Black Stars’ World Cup campaign

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Over GH¢76 million released by gov’t for the Black Stars’ World Cup campaign

The Government of Ghana has, through the Ministry of Finance, released GH¢76 million to support the Senior National Football Team, the Black Stars, in its 2026 World Cup campaign.

The financial commitment was divided into two key disbursements to ensure the team’s successful participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In a news article by presidency.gov.gh, read, “Government, through the Ministry of Finance, has authorised the release of Seventy-Six Million, Four Hundred and Sixty-Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Nineteen Ghana Cedis and Twenty Pesewas (GH¢76,466,919.20) to support the Senior National Football Team, the Black Stars.

This financial commitment is divided into two key disbursements to ensure the team’s successful participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, currently underway in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Advance for World Cup Preparations and Group Stage Participation

The Government has released Fifty-Eight Million, Nine Hundred and Twenty-Nine Thousand, Five Hundred Ghana Cedis (GH¢58,929,500.00), the cedi equivalent of US$5,000,000.00, as an advance payment to facilitate preparations and cover costs associated with the team’s participation in the group stage of the World Cup.

This proactive funding underscores the Government’s commitment to providing the team with the resources needed to compete at the highest level and make the nation proud on the global stage.

Settlement of Outstanding Qualification Bonuses

Additionally, the Government has released Seventeen Million, Five Hundred and Thirty-Seven Thousand, Four Hundred and Nineteen Ghana Cedis and Twenty Pesewas (GH¢17,537,419.20), the cedi equivalent of US$1,488,000.00, to settle outstanding bonuses owed to the team.

These payments are in fulfilment of the performance-based agreement established during the qualifying campaign. Under that arrangement, the team received 50 percent of their bonuses during the qualifiers, with the remaining 50 percent payable upon successful qualification for the tournament.

The Government remains steadfast in its support for the Black Stars and the development of sports in the country.

“We believe this timely release of funds will provide the stability and motivation needed for the technical team and players to focus on their core mandate: delivering success for the people of Ghana.

“We call on all Ghanaians to continue offering their unwavering support to the Black Stars as they embark on this prestigious World Cup journey,” the statement said.

Meanwhile, Kofi Adams, the Minister of Sports and Recreation, has revealed that every player in the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will receive an appearance fee of $100,000.

According to the Sports Minister, the appearance fee for the Black Stars has been maintained at $100,000 per player in recent tournaments.

The Sports Minister disclosed that appearance fees for Black Stars players have varied over the years, from $50,000 and $80,000 in earlier editions to as much as $120,000, before being standardised at $100,000.

Speaking in an interview on TV3’s Hot Issues programme, Kofi Adams explained, “The appearance fee has been pegged at $100,000 for quite some time, and this year it remains the same. We have not changed it”.

“Some say because the cedi has become stronger, we should increase it, and we said no. If the cedi had become weaker, would you have said we should reduce the dollar amount so that it gives the same cedi equivalent? You wouldn’t,” he said.

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Youth unemployment crisis goes beyond proposing an ‘indomie 1 3 3’ – Sammi Awuku blast Mahama gov’t

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Youth unemployment crisis goes beyond proposing an ‘indomie 1 3 3’ – Sammi Awuku blast Mahama gov’t

Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, has launched a scathing attack on the John Mahama government’s handling of youth unemployment.

The Akuapem North MP described the current economic situation as an “Indomie 1:3:3 economy”

According to Sammi Awuku, the Youth unemployment crisis is a National Security Concern and goes beyond an ‘indomie 1 3 3’.

The Member of Parliament for Akuapem North argued that even the government’s 24-hour Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift.

He highlighted that there is a growing trend among the youths were they they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree without any clear employment opportunities after school.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Sammi Awuku stated, “Mr Speaker, the situation we face today go beyond somebody proposing an indomie 1 3 3 economy situation. The situation we face today is that young people are not asking for pity.

In our various constituencies today, maybe my colleague will try to shy away from that problem; there’s a growing trend where young people, after acquiring a degree, because there are no jobs, they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree. They keep filing these certificates with a job deferred for a date that they cannot even tell,” he added.

The MP added, “We were in this Chamber when the NDC themselves brought this 24-hour economy thing before our very august House. We are almost into 24 months since they got into this government. And today, if you go to even the 24-hour economy secretariat, they themselves do not practise that 24-hour economy that they are talking about”.

“Isn’t it strange that, Mr Speaker, we have a government today that will tell you that we are launching a 1 million coders programme. Almost 18 months or more into the attainment, they have not even been able to onboard even 100,000 out of the 1 million.

“Go to the Ministry for Youth Development. Even that Ministry itself is underfunded. They themselves need a rescue and a bailout,” he claimed.

Sammi Awuku further added, “Our colleagues should not reduce this unemployment situation… It is a national security matter. Because if the young people in our various constituencies cannot see any end in sight, the politicians become a target for the opposition,” he said.

“Under the Big Push programme, this year, they said they were going to employ about 900,000 young people. We are in June. They haven’t been able to employ 10,000 out of it,” he alleged.

His comments follow the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee and Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, who on the floor of Parliament proposed a five-point strategy to address Ghana’s growing youth unemployment crisis.

Oppong Nkrumah asserted that current interventions by the John Mahama government are not delivering the desired results.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026,  Oppong Nkrumah stated, “Mr  Speaker, we do not need more slogans or promises that results are in the pipeline. We need a more effective architecture to solve the worsening youth unemployment problem in our country. Data from the Statistical Service is clear. The youth unemployment problem is getting worse. The time to act is now”.

“Ghanaian youth do not want slogans. They want feasible programmes that create dignified, productive and well-paid jobs,” he stated.

“Anchor every job programme to a published delivery scorecard with clear metrics on beneficiaries, cost per job created, time-to-placement and employment retention,” he urged.

“We do not need more slogans or promises that results are in the pipeline. We need a more effective architecture to solve the worsening youth unemployment problem of our country,” he said.

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Mahama gov’t job programmes not delivering on the promises – Oppong Nkrumah

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Mahama gov’t job programmes not delivering on the promises – Oppong Nkrumah

The Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee and Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has argued that the John Mahama government’s job programmes are not delivering on the promises.

According to Oppong Nkrumah, in a post on X, the government’s job programs are not delivering.

In his post, he wrote, “The government’s job programs are not delivering on the promises of 250,000 jobs a year. They need to sit up and stop the settings”.

Also, on the floor of Parliament, Oppong Nkrumah proposed a five-point strategy to address Ghana’s growing youth unemployment crisis.

Oppong Nkrumah asserted that current interventions by the John Mahama government are not delivering the desired results.

He highlighted that data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) indicate that youth unemployment continues to rise, adding that nearly two million young Ghanaians are currently neither in education, employment, nor training.

The MP further disclosed that almost half of young people in the Greater Accra Region are unemployed.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026,  Oppong Nkrumah stated, “Mr  Speaker, we do not need more slogans or promises that results are in the pipeline. We need a more effective architecture to solve the worsening youth unemployment problem in our country. Data from the Statistical Service is clear. The youth unemployment problem is getting worse. The time to act is now”.

“Ghanaian youth do not want slogans. They want feasible programmes that create dignified, productive and well-paid jobs,” he stated.

“Anchor every job programme to a published delivery scorecard with clear metrics on beneficiaries, cost per job created, time-to-placement and employment retention,” he urged.

“We do not need more slogans or promises that results are in the pipeline. We need a more effective architecture to solve the worsening youth unemployment problem of our country,” he said.

Meanwhile, Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, has launched a scathing attack on the John Mahama government’s handling of youth unemployment.

The Akuapem North MP described the current economic situation as an “Indomie 1:3:3 economy”

According to Sammi Awuku, even the government’s 24-hour Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift.

He highlighted that there is a growing trend among the youths were they they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree without any clear employment opportunities after school.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Sammi Awuku stated, “Mr Speaker, the situation we face today go beyond somebody proposing an indomie 1 3 3 economy situation. The situation we face today is that young people are not asking for pity.

In our various constituencies today, maybe my colleague will try to shy away from that problem, there’s a growing trend where young people, after acquiring a degree, because there are no jobs, they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree. They keep filing these certificates with a job deferred for a date that they cannot even tell,” he added.

The MP added, “We were in this Chamber when the NDC themselves brought this 24-hour economy thing before our very august House. We are almost into 24 months since they got into this government. And today, if you go to even the 24-hour economy secretariat, they themselves do not practise that 24-hour economy that they are talking about”.

“Isn’t it strange that, Mr Speaker, we have a government today that will tell you that we are launching a 1 million coders programme. Almost 18 months or more into the attainment, they have not even been able to onboard even 100,000 out of the 1 million.

“Go to the Ministry for Youth Development. Even that Ministry itself is underfunded. They themselves need a rescue and a bailout,” he claimed.

Sammi Awuku further added, “Our colleagues should not reduce this unemployment situation… It is a national security matter. Because if the young people in our various constituencies cannot see any end in sight, the politicians become a target for the opposition,” he said.

“Under the Big Push programme, this year, they said they were going to employ about 900,000 young people. We are in June. They haven’t been able to employ 10,000 out of it,” he alleged.

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“Even the 24-hour Economy Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift” – Sammi Awuku

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“Even the 24-hour Economy Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift” – Sammi Awuku

Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, has expressed deep concern on the John Mahama government’s handling of youth unemployment.

The Akuapem North MP described the current economic situation as an “Indomie 1:3:3 economy”

According to Sammi Awuku, even the government’s 24-hour Economy Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift.

He highlighted that there is a growing trend among the youths were they they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree without any clear employment opportunities after school.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Sammi Awuku stated, “Mr Speaker, the situation we face today go beyond somebody proposing an indomie 1 3 3 economy situation. The situation we face today is that young people are not asking for pity.

In our various constituencies today, maybe my colleague will try to shy away from that problem, there’s a growing trend where young people, after acquiring a degree, because there are no jobs, they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree. They keep filing these certificates with a job deferred for a date that they cannot even tell,” he added.

The MP added, “We were in this Chamber when the NDC themselves brought this 24-hour economy thing before our very august House. We are almost into 24 months since they got into this government. And today, if you go to even the 24-hour economy secretariat, they themselves do not practise that 24-hour economy that they are talking about”.

“Isn’t it strange that, Mr Speaker, we have a government today that will tell you that we are launching a 1 million coders programme. Almost 18 months or more into the attainment, they have not even been able to onboard even 100,000 out of the 1 million.

“Go to the Ministry for Youth Development. Even that Ministry itself is underfunded. They themselves need a rescue and a bailout,” he claimed.

Sammi Awuku further added, “Our colleagues should not reduce this unemployment situation… It is a national security matter. Because if the young people in our various constituencies cannot see any end in sight, the politicians become a target for the opposition,” he said.

“Under the Big Push programme, this year, they said they were going to employ about 900,000 young people. We are in June. They haven’t been able to employ 10,000 out of it,” he alleged.

His comments follow the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee and Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, who on the floor of Parliament proposed a five-point strategy to address Ghana’s growing youth unemployment crisis.

Oppong Nkrumah asserted that current interventions by the John Mahama government are not delivering the desired results.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026,  Oppong Nkrumah stated, “Mr  Speaker, we do not need more slogans or promises that results are in the pipeline. We need a more effective architecture to solve the worsening youth unemployment problem in our country. Data from the Statistical Service is clear. The youth unemployment problem is getting worse. The time to act is now”.

“Ghanaian youth do not want slogans. They want feasible programmes that create dignified, productive and well-paid jobs,” he stated.

“Anchor every job programme to a published delivery scorecard with clear metrics on beneficiaries, cost per job created, time-to-placement and employment retention,” he urged.

“We do not need more slogans or promises that results are in the pipeline. We need a more effective architecture to solve the worsening youth unemployment problem of our country,” he said.

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“There was no breathing space” – Wontumi’s lawyer speaks on his decision to withdraw his counsel

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“There was no breathing space” – Wontumi’s lawyer speaks on his decision to withdraw his counsel

Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi, counsel for Ashanti Regional New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has explained his reasoning for withdrawing from his client’s Samreboi illegal mining case.

The veteran Lawyer alleged that the Ghana courts are turned into personal institutions, arguing that outside influence is taking precedence over evidence presented before the court.

According to him, he had no breathing space in Chairman Wontumi’s  Samreboi illegal mining case.

 He further disclosed that he intends to petition the Ghana Bar Association to address the matter he has cited in his affidavit.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi detailed, “Can we convict based on the evidence before the court? I always cry and pray that the court remains a court where judgments are made based on evidence presented in court and not at the whim of people outside it. If we are not careful, it will be as though one person acts and another is judged for it.

“I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case, and I have stated my reasons in an affidavit. I will also caution that we should not judge people based on appearances, because injustice to one person is injustice to all,” he said.

Andy Appiah-Kubi added, “Today we are here, tomorrow we are here, and there is no breathing space. Is this the only case in the country? I am going to petition the Bar Association to ask whether they will sit and allow this to continue. Are we going to allow our courts to become someone’s institution?”

Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi further called on the Chief Justice to ensure public telecasts of high-profile cases in the country to reveal what truly happens in court proceedings.

He added, “I wish the Chief Justice would telecast some of these high-profile cases so people can see the real character of what is happening in our courts. I wish you could come to court and see the proceedings but some people outside the court are making all sorts of comments, saying he should be jailed”.

Read the full Affidavit in Support of the motion below:

“I, ANDY KWAME APPIAH-KUBI of No. 22 DRIVE, ISSERT STREET, NORTH RIDGE, ACCRA in the Greater Accra Region of the Republic of Ghana make oath and say as follows:

1. That I am the Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons and Deponent hereto.

2. That I swear to this affidavit as matters of fact which are within my personal knowledge, belief, and information.

3. That at the hearing of this application, Counsel shall seek leave of this Honourable Court to refer to all processes that have been filed in this case.

4. That upon instructions, I filed my indicated appointment as Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons before this Honourable Court on the 28th day of October, 2025 and has remained Counsel for such Accused Persons till date.

5. That in the cause of my representation, I filed an application for orders directed at the prosecution to produce copies of the alleged deed of assignment between the 1st or 3rd Accused Person, and Henry Okum, and Michael Gyedu Ayisi, in proof of the existence of any such assignment, the WANT of Ministerial authorisaton of which my clients are charged under count one(1) and count five(5) in this trial. Such application was filed on the 28th day of November, 2025 and same annexed and marked as Exhibit “AAK 1”.

6. That this honourable Court dismissed this application even though the Respondent didn’t file any affidavit in opposition neither did it produce a copy of the said assignment.

7. That at the close of the case for the Prosecution, I filed a submission of no case to answer on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons on the 18th day of February, 2026.

8. That, per a Ruling of this Court dated the 16th day of March, 2026, the said application, i.e. ‘Submission of no case to answer’ was dismissed and that the Accused Persons were ordered to open their defence.

9. That on the 18th day of March, 2026, an appeal against the Ruling of the Court (dismissing the submission of no case) was filed on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons, pursuant to which an application for stay of Proceedings was filed on the 15th day of April, 2026, and which application was dismissed on the 16th day of March, 2026.

11. That it is on record that there have been serious disagreements even in decisions on procedural matters, sometimes ending in mistrust between prosecution, defence and the bench.

12. That, I feel very disappointed in the various decisions of the Court and do not want same to affect my performance and ultimately, the fortunes of my clients.

13. That I know how illogical it is to expect to win arguments at all times but my disappointment affects my emotional and psychological balance necessary for maintaining the level of performance for the task ahead.

14. That I know that the outcome of this case will not be the end of this matter, and believe that Justice will be better served on a better and more equitable platform with cooperating actors.

15. That I personally believe the interest of my clients will be better served if I withdrew to allow other professionals to come in and take over from where I am leaving off.

16. Wherefore, I pray for leave to withdraw my legal services offered to the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons upon my appointment”.

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@adom_tv Wontumi–Samreboi Case: I am withdrawing from the case as counsel. I have informed my client, Chairman Wontumi, and the court. My reasons will be made known in court, but I believe there are too many unseen influences surrounding the case, and I find the judge’s conduct throughout the proceedings unacceptable.” — Andy Appiah-Kubi Esq., Counsel for Chairman Wontumi #AdomNews ♬ original sound – AdomTV

BREAKING: Prof Joshua Alabi joins NDC flagbearer race

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BREAKING: Prof Joshua Alabi joins NDC flagbearer race

The information gathered from our sources has confidently revealed that the Board Chairman for the Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB), Professor Joshua Alabi, will be contesting for the NDC flagbearership.

According to reliable GHNOW sources, Professor Joshua Alabi is preparing to contest in the NDC flagbearership race to succeed President Mahama and will soon start promoting his presidential ambition.

The source in an audio recording stated, “Very soon, Professor Joshua Alabi will start promoting his presidential ambition, because he will be contesting for the presidential election.

It will be recalled that Professor Joshua Alabi also contested in the NDC’s presidential race ahead of the 2020 polls, together with Spio Garbrah, Alban Bagbin, Sylvester Mensah and John Mahama, among others.

His most notable bid for the NDC flagbearership was in the party’s 2019 presidential primaries ahead of the 2020 general election, where he finished second behind John Dramani Mahama.

However, the margin was enormous. Mahama won 213,487 votes (95.23%), while Prof. Alabi secured 3,404 votes (1.52%) of the valid votes cast.

Meanwhile, on the GCB website, Professor Joshua has been described as “a distinguished academic, seasoned administrator, and renowned business strategist with a career spanning over three decades in academia, public service, and corporate leadership. He has held numerous high-profile roles, including Chairman of HFC Bank, where he successfully led its transformation into Republic Bank.

His leadership extends across various sectors. He has served as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Chairman of the Accra Polytechnic Governing Council (now Accra Technical University), and Chairman of the Ghana Book Development Council.

As Vice-Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Professor Alabi played a transformative role in establishing the university as a leading institution of excellence.

In addition to his contributions to education and governance, Professor Alabi has an extensive background in public service. He was a Member of Parliament for the Krowor Constituency and served as Minister of State for both the Greater Accra and Northern Regions.

His contributions to sports administration include roles as the General Secretary of GHALCA, a member of the GFA Management Board, and Coordinator for the senior national football team, the Black Stars”.

In related news, the  Council of Elders of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has directed a ban on all party members engaging in early presidential campaigns to succeed President John Mahama and focus on the Reset Agenda.

According to the NDC Council of Elders, the directive follows a meeting between them and President John Dramani Mahama.

The NDC Council of Elders noted that they have observed the premature presidential campaigns and related political activities by some individuals and groups within the party, adding that the party’s current focus should be supporting the government to deliver on its mandate and improve the lives of Ghanaians.

The Council stressed that the focus should be on the President Mahama Reset Agenda, highlighting that the time for internal contests will come.

In a statement issued on May 29, 2026, the NDC Council on May 29, 2026 read, “The Council wishes to remind all members that the NDC is currently focused on delivering on the mandate entrusted to it by the people of Ghana. At this critical stage of national reconstruction and renewal, every member of the Party is expected to devote his or her energies, resources, and commitment to supporting the Government’s efforts to reset the country and improve the lives of Ghanaians, rather than engaging in activities that have the potential to create division, distraction, or unnecessary internal competition”.

“The date and venue for the election of the Presidential Candidate shall be decided by the National Executive Committee (NEC), but that election shall take place at least twelve (12) months before a national election date if the Party is in power and at least twenty-four (24) months if the Party is not in power,” it stated.

“The Council emphasises that, until the appropriate constitutional processes have been initiated and the National Executive Committee has determined the timetable and guidelines for the conduct of presidential primaries, no individual, group, or interest bloc is authorised to undertake or promote any form of presidential campaign, whether directly or indirectly,” the statement noted.

“Accordingly, the Council of Elders directs all persons engaged in such activities to cease forthwith. These include all forms of campaigning, mobilisation, endorsements, publicity, or related activities intended to advance the presidential ambitions of any prospective candidate,” it said.

“The time for internal contests will come. For now, our collective responsibility is to serve the nation and successfully implement the mandate entrusted to us,” the statement added.

Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi representing Wontumi for free – Activist discloses

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Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi representing Wontumi for free – Activist discloses

A youth activist, Patrick Kwame Sah, has alleged that Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi has been representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

In a post on X, the activist wrote, “ This Man has had all his buildings in Kumasi confiscated by EOCO, and I am reliably informed that Honourable Patricia Apiagye has spared him a 4-bedroom apartment to live with his family at Kumasi and one at Tema, where he is coming to court from.

This Man from my deep, reliable source is not being charged by his lawyer, Appiah Kubi; it is FREE Legal assistance, and you can verify.”

The development comes on the heels of Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for Chairman Wontumi, who has announced that he has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Appiah-Kubi cited concern about the court’s insistence on his personal appearance despite prior notification of scheduling conflicts arising from multiple court commitments.

He argued that the situation raises questions about fairness and professional accommodation.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi disclosed, “I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case. My reasons are in the affidavit. I am withdrawing my legal services”.

“I have practised law for some time, and I am not comfortable with how the case has been handled. It was moving too fast. I will petition the Bar Association,” he added.

Reports suggest Lawyer Appiah-Kubi’s motion will be heard on June 15.

Read the full Affidavit in Support of the motion below:

“I, ANDY KWAME APPIAH-KUBI of No. 22 DRIVE, ISSERT STREET, NORTH RIDGE, ACCRA in the Greater Accra Region of the Republic of Ghana make oath and say as follows:

1. That I am the Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons and Deponent hereto.

2. That I swear to this affidavit as matters of fact which are within my personal knowledge, belief, and information.

3. That at the hearing of this application, Counsel shall seek leave of this Honourable Court to refer to all processes that have been filed in this case.

4. That upon instructions, I filed my indicated appointment as Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons before this Honourable Court on the 28th day of October, 2025 and has remained Counsel for such Accused Persons till date.

5. That in the cause of my representation, I filed an application for orders directed at the prosecution to produce copies of the alleged deed of assignment between the 1st or 3rd Accused Person, and Henry Okum, and Michael Gyedu Ayisi, in proof of the existence of any such assignment, the WANT of Ministerial authorisaton of which my clients are charged under count one(1) and count five(5) in this trial. Such application was filed on the 28th day of November, 2025 and same annexed and marked as Exhibit “AAK 1”.

6. That this honourable Court dismissed this application even though the Respondent didn’t file any affidavit in opposition neither did it produce a copy of the said assignment.

7. That at the close of the case for the Prosecution, I filed a submission of no case to answer on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons on the 18°’ day of February, 2026.

8. That, per a Ruling of this Court dated the 16th day of March, 2026, the said application, i.e. ‘Submission of no case to answer’ was dismissed and that the Accused Persons were ordered to open their defence.

9. That on the 18th day of March, 2026, an appeal against the Ruling of the Court (dismissing the submission of no case) was filed on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons, pursuant to which an application for stay of Proceedings was filed on the 15th day of April, 2026, and which application was dismissed on the 16th day of March, 2026.

11. That it is on record that there have been serious disagreements even in decisions on procedural matters, sometimes ending in mistrust between prosecution, defence and the bench.

12. That, I feel very disappointed in the various decisions of the Court and do not want same to affect my performance and ultimately, the fortunes of my clients.

13. That I know how illogical it is to expect to win arguments at all times but my disappointment affects my emotional and psychological balance necessary for maintaining the level of performance for the task ahead.

14. That I know that the outcome of this case will not be the end of this matter, and believe that Justice will be better served on a better and more equitable platform with cooperating actors.

15. That I personally believe the interest of my clients will be better served if I withdrew to allow other professionals to come in and take over from where I am leaving off.

16. Wherefore, I pray for leave to withdraw my legal services offered to the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons upon my appointment”.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi and other persons are standing trial for allegedly undertaking mining operations on a concession at Samreboi in the Western Region without the consent of the sector minister.

The state has also accused Wontumi of permitting two individuals to undertake mining activities on the concession without authority and facilitating those operations.

Chairman Wontumi and two others are expected to face judgment on July 3 in the high-profile illegal mining case.

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We have starved the assemblies – Vanderpuye links Ghana floods to under-resourced assemblies

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We have starved the assemblies – Vanderpuye links Ghana floods to under-resourced assemblies

Nii Lante Vanderpuye, the National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), has said that Ghana’s perennial flooding issues are linked to the country’s under-resourced assemblies.

According to Nii Lante Vanderpuye, Ghana’s flooding challenges are due to the country’s local government system.

The former MP disclosed that the metropolitan, municipal, and district assemblies have not been adequately resourced to complete their duties efficiently.

He detailed that Ghana’s decentralisation framework has not been backed by the level of resources required.

Speaking on Eyewitness News on Thursday, Vanderpuye detailed, “I think we have not been too serious with our local government system. We have not been too serious with it”.

“I won’t blame the assemblies per se because you cannot dissolve responsibilities without accompanying resources. When we starve the assemblies of the needed resources, these are the things we’ll see,” he stated.

“Decentralisation means the central government dissolving some of its responsibilities to the local assemblies. And so when you are dissolving them, you must give them commensurate, proportional resources to be able to undertake those responsibilities because you can’t give me a job without giving me the tools to be able to embark upon that job,” he said.

“As a country, I think that we need to do more in terms of making sure that our assemblies are responsive to the needs of the people they serve,” he added.

In related news, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, the Minister for the Interior, has disclosed that 70 excavators seized from illegal mining operators will be handed over to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO).

The Minister for the Interior revealed that the excavators will be handed to NADMO to support the nationwide desilting exercise aimed at addressing the flooding challenges across the country.

According to the Minister, the confiscated equipment during anti-galamsey operations will be redeployed for public use to improve drainage systems and reduce the impact of flooding in urban centres, particularly Accra.

Responding to questions on the Floor of Parliament on Wednesday, June 10, the Interior Minister made this known, saying, “Currently, what we are doing is that all the seized excavators from the illegal mining activities – we agreed that about 70 of them should be given to NADMO so that they can take them across the country to do desilting.

“We will do the handover next week so that they can use them to desilt most of the drains, but the bottom line is we should begin to clean our surroundings.”

Meanwhile, the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMeT) has warned Ghanaians of more rains across both coastal and inland areas in the coming days.

According to the GmeT, residents must be alert and stay away from flood-prone communities.

Joseph Tetteh Portuphy, the Deputy Director in charge of Forecasting at GmeT, explains that further rains are expected.

He cautioned that places already saturated trigger flooding in vulnerable communities.

Speaking to Citi News, the Deputy Director in charge of Forecasting at GmeT stated, “Over the coast and inland areas… but for us on the eastern coast, since it is a system that is passing, later in the day it will come down. Places are already flooded. Any little rain that comes again will flood the places. So we should be cautious and avoid places that are already saturated and already flooded”.

“We should also make sure that they stay tuned to the weather information. As I said, we are still in June. And until we get out of June, we should expect more of these rains to come,” he added.

How NPP bigwigs abandoned Wontumi in the middle of his Samreboi trial

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How NPP bigwigs abandoned Wontumi in the middle of his Samreboi trial

A netizen on X, identified as Patrick Kwame Sah, has detailed how the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, was abandoned by NPP bigwigs in the middle of his Samreboi trial.

According to the information gathered, Chairman Wontumi, during proceedings in the Samreboi illegal mining case, was scouting for witnesses, but his own party bigwigs abandoned him in the middle of the trial.

It has been reported that the persons who came to his aid were Wisdom Gomashie and Hon George Mireku Duker, with claims being made that the former Western Regional Minister Kwabena Otchere Darko Mensah, who was unwilling to be his witness, came up with jokes when he took the witness stand.

Also, it has been alleged that Dominic Nitiwul, Francis Owusu Ajyaw and Samuel Abu Jinapo were nowhere to be found for their witness statements during the trial.

The netizen in a post wrote, “This man called Mr Benard Antwi Bosiako alias Wontumi has been betrayed by his own NP PARTY PEOPLE.

Inside the Party, he has more enemies than in  NDC, and I know that because of messages I received from his perceived FOES in NPP.

This man in the Samreboi Illegal Mining Case was scouting for witnesses, but his own party bigwigs, he believes, were perfect witnesses, ABANDONED him in the middle of the TRIAL.

Dominic Nitiwul, Francis Owusu Ajyaw and Samuel Abu Jinapo were nowhere to be found for their WITNESS statements.

The only persons who came to his aid were Wisdom Gomashie and Hon George Mireku Duker; they showed love for him WILLINGLY, and the former Western Regional Minister Kwabena Otchere Darko Mensah, who was UNWILLING and as if he was FORCED to witness for him that day with so  many “JOKES” 

He further disclosed that the NPP bigwigs came to court in the case of ABRONYE BAIL APPEAL but REFUSED to come to the Next Court steps away to say hello to him.

“I wept the day 17 NPP lawyers, including Odame, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Justin Kodua, etc together with NPP chairmanship aspirants like John Boadu, Nana Bee, BUGA, etc came to court in the case of ABRONYE BAIL APPEAL but REFUSED to come to the Next Court steps away to say hello to him.

They saw ABRONYE’s case as more useful than this MAN.

This man always comes to court with only 5 LOYAL FOOT SPIDERS and HONOURABLE GEORGE ODURO, his Campaign Manager, and I always ask him.

Chairman, where are the MINORITY MPS who INVADED EOCO PREMISE Demanding your RELEASE? And I am always sad with his REPLY. In fact, he is a Gentleman meeting him outside the political space or Arena.

This man is HATED by his own NP PARTY people, including my own Akomprɛko Bɛba. Some are currently fasting and praying for a custodial sentence for him in the Samreboi case, which is fixed on July 3”.his post added.

Meanwhile, Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has announced he has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Appiah-Kubi cited concern about the court’s insistence on his personal appearance despite prior notification of scheduling conflicts arising from multiple court commitments.

He argued that the situation raises questions about fairness and professional accommodation.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi disclosed, “I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case. My reasons are in the affidavit. I am withdrawing my legal services”.

“I have practised law for some time, and I am not comfortable with how the case has been handled. It was moving too fast. I will petition the Bar Association,” he added.

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“HOMELESS” Chairman Wontumi allegedly living in an apartment owned by Deputy Minority Leader

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“HOMELESS” Chairman Wontumi allegedly living in an apartment owned by Deputy Minority Leader

Reports suggest the embattled New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is allegedly living in an apartment owned by Patricia Appiagyei, the Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament and Member of Parliament for Asokwa.

According to the reports, all of Chairman Wontumi’s buildings in Kumasi have been confiscated by EOCO.

The information gathered alleged that Wontumi is now living in a 4-bedroom apartment spared to him by Patricia Appiagyei.

Patrick Kwame Sah, a youth activist providing details on X, wrote, “This Man has had all his buildings in Kumasi confiscated by EOCO, and I am reliably informed that Honourable Patricia Apiagye has spared him a 4-bedroom apartment to live with his family at Kumasi and one at Tema, where he is coming to court from”.

He further disclosed that Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi, who has been representing Chairman Wontumi, has been providing legal assistance free of charge.

“This Man from my deep, reliable source is not being charged by his lawyer, Appiah Kubi; it is FREE Legal assistance, and you can verify”.

It will be recalled that Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney General and Minister for Justice, has revealed that Chairman Wontumi have been frozen.

Addressing the media in Accra on Monday, December 22, the Attorney General revealed that Wontumi’s assets have been frozen, including a  ₵50 million account belonging to his insurance company.

The Attorney General made this known while also disclosing that Wontumi forged a receipt to secure a GH¢4m EXIM bank loan. 

According to the Attorney-General, Chairman Wontumi and his company, Wontumi Farms Limited, made fraudulent misrepresentations to Exim Bank to obtain the loan facility.

He revealed that investigations conducted by the Economic and Organised Crime Office revealed evidence of fraud by false pretences, forgery, and causing financial loss to the state.

Meanwhile, the Attorney General told the court yesterday, June 11, 2026, that New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is seeking a plea bargain in the GH¢30 million EXIM Bank financial loss case.

According to reports, the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, informed the court today, June 11, 2026, that Wontumi, through his lawyer on 5th June 2026, requested to initiate a plea negotiation in respect of the charges in the Exim Bank case.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi was slapped with fresh charges over a GH¢14.3M Exim Bank loan case.

He was slapped with fresh charges, including fraud by false pretence.

Wontumi, Thomas Antwi-Boasiako (at large) and Wontumi Farms Limited are facing four counts of charges per the charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026, signed by Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai, detailed that “Chairman Wontumi is personally facing three of the four counts of the charge of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); uttering of a forged document, contrary to Section 169 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); and money laundering, contrary to Section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

“Together with Thomas Antwi-Boasiako and Wontumi Farms Limited, they are facing the charge of intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, contrary to Section 179A(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29)”, Starr FM stated.

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‘My client will be better served by other professionals’ – Wontumi’s lawyer speaks

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‘My client will be better served by other professionals’ – Wontumi’s lawyer speaks

Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi has further clarified his decision to step away from the Samreboi case involving his client, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

According to Andy Appiah-Kubi, his clients’ interests would be better served if he withdrew to let other legal professionals take over from where he leaves off.

In a news card shared by TV3, Andy Appiah-Kubi stated, “I personally believe the interest of my clients will be better served if I withdraw to allow other professionals to come in and take over from where I am leaving off”.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Reports suggest Lawyer Appiah-Kubi’s motion will be heard on June 15.

Read the full Affidavit in Support of the motion below:

“I, ANDY KWAME APPIAH-KUBI of No. 22 DRIVE, ISSERT STREET, NORTH RIDGE, ACCRA in the Greater Accra Region of the Republic of Ghana make oath and say as follows:

1. That I am the Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons and Deponent hereto.

2. That I swear to this affidavit as matters of fact which are within my personal knowledge, belief, and information.

3. That at the hearing of this application, Counsel shall seek leave of this Honourable Court to refer to all processes that have been filed in this case.

4. That upon instructions, I filed my indicated appointment as Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons before this Honourable Court on the 28th day of October, 2025 and has remained Counsel for such Accused Persons till date.

5. That in the cause of my representation, I filed an application for orders directed at the prosecution to produce copies of the alleged deed of assignment between the 1st or 3rd Accused Person, and Henry Okum, and Michael Gyedu Ayisi, in proof of the existence of any such assignment, the WANT of Ministerial authorisaton of which my clients are charged under count one(1) and count five(5) in this trial. Such application was filed on the 28th day of November, 2025 and same annexed and marked as Exhibit “AAK 1”.

6. That this honourable Court dismissed this application even though the Respondent didn’t file any affidavit in opposition neither did it produce a copy of the said assignment.

7. That at the close of the case for the Prosecution, I filed a submission of no case to answer on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons on the 18°’ day of February, 2026.

8. That, per a Ruling of this Court dated the 16th day of March, 2026, the said application, i.e. ‘Submission of no case to answer’ was dismissed and that the Accused Persons were ordered to open their defence.

9. That on the 18th day of March, 2026, an appeal against the Ruling of the Court (dismissing the submission of no case) was filed on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons, pursuant to which an application for stay of Proceedings was filed on the 15th day of April, 2026, and which application was dismissed on the 16th day of March, 2026.

11. That it is on record that there have been serious disagreements even in decisions on procedural matters, sometimes ending in mistrust between prosecution, defence and the bench.

12. That, I feel very disappointed in the various decisions of the Court and do not want same to affect my performance and ultimately, the fortunes of my clients.

13. That I know how illogical it is to expect to win arguments at all times but my disappointment affects my emotional and psychological balance necessary for maintaining the level of performance for the task ahead.

14. That I know that the outcome of this case will not be the end of this matter, and believe that Justice will be better served on a better and more equitable platform with cooperating actors.

15. That I personally believe the interest of my clients will be better served if I withdrew to allow other professionals to come in and take over from where I am leaving off.

16. Wherefore, I pray for leave to withdraw my legal services offered to the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons upon my appointment”.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi and other persons are standing trial for allegedly undertaking mining operations on a concession at Samreboi in the Western Region without the consent of the sector minister.

The state has also accused Wontumi of permitting two individuals to undertake mining activities on the concession without authority and facilitating those operations.

Chairman Wontumi and two others are expected to face judgment on July 3 in the high-profile illegal mining case.

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Read Andy Appiah-Kubi’s affidavit in support of his motion to withdraw from representing Wontumi

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Read Andy Appiah-Kubi’s affidavit in support of his motion to withdraw from representing Wontumi

Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has announced he has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Reports suggest Lawyer Appiah-Kubi’s motion will be heard on June 15.

Read the full Affidavit in Support of the motion below:

“I, ANDY KWAME APPIAH-KUBI of No. 22 DRIVE, ISSERT STREET, NORTH RIDGE, ACCRA in the Greater Accra Region of the Republic of Ghana make oath and say as follows:

1. That I am the Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons and Deponent hereto.

2. That I swear to this affidavit as matters of fact which are within my personal knowledge, belief, and information.

3. That at the hearing of this application, Counsel shall seek leave of this Honourable Court to refer to all processes that have been filed in this case.

4. That upon instructions, I filed my indicated appointment as Counsel for the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons before this Honourable Court on the 28th day of October, 2025 and has remained Counsel for such Accused Persons till date.

5. That in the cause of my representation, I filed an application for orders directed at the prosecution to produce copies of the alleged deed of assignment between the 1st or 3rd Accused Person, and Henry Okum, and Michael Gyedu Ayisi, in proof of the existence of any such assignment, the WANT of Ministerial authorisaton of which my clients are charged under count one(1) and count five(5) in this trial. Such application was filed on the 28th day of November, 2025 and same annexed and marked as Exhibit “AAK 1”.

6. That this honourable Court dismissed this application even though the Respondent didn’t file any affidavit in opposition neither did it produce a copy of the said assignment.

7. That at the close of the case for the Prosecution, I filed a submission of no case to answer on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons on the 18°’ day of February, 2026.

8. That, per a Ruling of this Court dated the 16th day of March, 2026, the said application, i.e. ‘Submission of no case to answer’ was dismissed and that the Accused Persons were ordered to open their defence.

9. That on the 18th day of March, 2026, an appeal against the Ruling of the Court (dismissing the submission of no case) was filed on behalf of the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons, pursuant to which an application for stay of Proceedings was filed on the 15th day of April, 2026, and which application was dismissed on the 16th day of March, 2026.

11. That it is on record that there have been serious disagreements even in decisions on procedural matters, sometimes ending in mistrust between prosecution, defence and the bench.

12. That, I feel very disappointed in the various decisions of the Court and do not want same to affect my performance and ultimately, the fortunes of my clients.

13. That I know how illogical it is to expect to win arguments at all times but my disappointment affects my emotional and psychological balance necessary for maintaining the level of performance for the task ahead.

14. That I know that the outcome of this case will not be the end of this matter, and believe that Justice will be better served on a better and more equitable platform with cooperating actors.

15. That I personally believe the interest of my clients will be better served if I withdrew to allow other professionals to come in and take over from where I am leaving off.

16. Wherefore, I pray for leave to withdraw my legal services offered to the 1st and 3rd Accused Persons upon my appointment”.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi and other persons are standing trial for allegedly undertaking mining operations on a concession at Samreboi in the Western Region without the consent of the sector minister.

The state has also accused Wontumi of permitting two individuals to undertake mining activities on the concession without authority and facilitating those operations.

Chairman Wontumi and two others are expected to face judgment on July 3 in the high-profile illegal mining case.

According to the Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem-Sai confirmed that the Accra High Court has scheduled July 3 for its final judgment in the case of The Republic vs Bernard Antwi-Boasiako and two others.

In a post shared by Justice Srem-Sai on X read, “The Accused Persons in the case – THE REPUBLIC v BERNARD ANTWI-BOASIAKO & 2 OTHERS – called their 5th and last witness today. The witness was discharged from the witness box a while ago.

That brought the entire trial to an end. The judge has scheduled July 3 for judgment”.

Netizen exposes “master stroke” strategy behind withdrawal request of Chairman Wontumi’s lawyer

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Netizen exposes “master stroke” strategy behind withdrawal request of Chairman Wontumi’s lawyer

A netizen on the social media platform X has exposed Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, a masterstroke strategy to withdraw from his illegal mining case.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi and other persons are standing trial for allegedly undertaking mining operations on a concession at Samreboi in the Western Region without the consent of the sector minister.

The state has also accused Wontumi of permitting two individuals to undertake mining activities on the concession without authority and facilitating those operations.

Chairman Wontumi and two others are expected to face judgment on July 3 in the high-profile illegal mining case.

According to the Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem-Sai confirmed that the Accra High Court has scheduled July 3 for its final judgment in the case of The Republic vs Bernard Antwi-Boasiako and two others.

In a post shared by Justice Srem-Sai on X read, “The Accused Persons in the case – THE REPUBLIC v BERNARD ANTWI-BOASIAKO & 2 OTHERS – called their 5th and last witness today. The witness was discharged from the witness box a while ago.

That brought the entire trial to an end. The judge has scheduled July 3 for judgment”.

According to the netizen, Andy Appiah-Kubi’s decision to withdraw from the case is to allow another lawyer time that will push the 3rd July date for judgment to either October or November.

The netizen detailed that he is hearing lawyers’ names like Samuel Atta Akyea or  Garry Nimako are possible replacements according to a certain alleged strategy.

He cited that the NPP Conference to elect National Executives will be somewhere in October or November, arguing that jailing a major political party Chairman or TORCH BEARER may not be easy.

In a post on X, the netizen identified as Patrick Kwame Sah detailed, “Ha ha ha ha hmmm, Dr Justice Srem-Sai  ( Justice Sai ) too Smart for what I am hearing about the  ” Tricky” withdrawal of Lawyer Appiah Kubi from the Republic Vrs Mr Benard Antwi Bosiako alias Chairman Wontumi and others ( Samreboi illegal Mining ).

Dear Ghanaians, let us ask my good friend Lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi whether he is WITHDRAWING only from the Samreboi Illegal Mining Case or also will withdraw from the Tano Nimre Forest illegal Mining Case, which has Lawyer Martin Kpebu and Dr Kenneth Ashigbey as Complainants?  I just want to know because information reaching my EAGLE EYE TEAM is pointing to a  STRATEGY, but let me ASSURE Ghanaians that the Deputy AG, my BEST DEPUTY MINISTER SO FAR, is above that  STRATEGY.

Dear Smart  READERS, let me ask ooooo, do you know HIGH COURT JUDGES will soon break for the LEGAL VACATION?

Dear Readers, do you know if new lawyers (I am hearing Samuel Atta Akyea or  Garry Nimako are possible replacements according to a certain alleged strategy/ )  takes over the case, he will need more than 2 weeks to prepare for any address? Do you know if lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi filed for withdrawal on Monday, 15th June, and a New Lawyer takes over? The latter has only ONE DAY Closing Date, 17th June, to prepare for any Address? Which is impossible? And therefore, may plead for extra days, which means the 3rd JULY date for JUDGEMENT should be shifted beyond the Legal VACATION PERIOD? Meaning the New judgment day for Wontumi shifts to OCTOBER OR NOVEMBER?

Dear READERS, do you know NPP Conference to elect National Executives will be somewhere in October or November, BEFORE the new JUDGEMENT day, if and only if permitted?

Dear Readers, do you know jailing a major political party Chairman or TORCH BEARER may not be easy because of some National Instability?”, his post concluded.

His comments follow, Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, who has announced that he has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Appiah-Kubi cited concern about the court’s insistence on his personal appearance despite prior notification of scheduling conflicts arising from multiple court commitments.

He argued that the situation raises questions about fairness and professional accommodation.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi disclosed, “I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case. My reasons are in the affidavit. I am withdrawing my legal services”.

“I have practised law for some time, and I am not comfortable with how the case has been handled. It was moving too fast. I will petition the Bar Association,” he added.

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US-based Ghanaian nurse and TikToker killed in Oakland, California

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US-based Ghanaian nurse and TikToker killed in Oakland, California

A Ghanaian nurse based in the United States (US) has been shot dead during a robbery in Oakland, California.

According to a report, the US-based Ghanaian nurse has been identified as 33-year-old Lartey Solomon.

Reports suggest he is a registered nurse at Kindred Hospital in San Leandro and was attacked in the early hours of May 31.

The information gathered detailed that he and a friend had just left a nightclub around 2:45 a.m. and were confronted by a man in a parking lot, demanding his necklace.

Regardless of his handing it over, Solomon was shot and killed instantly.

The late Lartey Solomon was widely known online as “Nurse Solomon” as he shared free medical advice on YouTube and TikTok.

Reports suggest he left behind an 11-year-old daughter in Ghana, having immigrated from Ghana in search of a better life.

Meanwhile, authorities have arrested Shacory Carnell Daniels, 39, of Vallejo, several days after the shooting.

Shacory Carnell Daniels, who has a prior criminal record, faces charges of felony murder and other felonies.

Reports detailed that he is being held without bail, with a plea hearing scheduled for June 30.

One X user who shared the news wrote, “Heartbreak for an East Bay family of beloved nurse Lartey Solomon, who was killed in a downtown Oakland robbery attempt on May 31.  Relatives say he was ready to give up his chain when he was shot. Suspect is in custody with no bail”.

In other news, George Ennin, a 53-year-old Ghanaian security guard living in the Bronx, New York, was fatally stabbed to death.

Reports suggest the tragic incident occurred on Monday, January 5, 2026, in front of 3077 Third Ave. in the Mott Haven section around 2 p.m.

George Ennin, in a viral CCTV footage shared on X, was captured walking to work his first day back after a month-long vacation in Ghana when the suspect approached, kicked him, and stabbed him multiple times.

Surveillance video captured the incident; George Ennin walked about 29 steps seeking help before collapsing.

George Ennin is said to have died at Lincoln Hospital.

Suspect Sean Jones, 38, a repeat offender with 20 prior arrests, mostly robberies and assaults has since been arrested and charged with mùrder, mànslàughter, and crìmìnal possession of a weapon.

George Ennin, according to reports, is the father of two teenage daughters living.

Regina Adusi Brenfa, the sister of 53-year-old US-based Ghanaian security guard George Ennin, has broken her silence following his brother’s stabbing.

According to Regina Adusi Brenfa, the family has been left heartbroken and traumatised over the loss.

She revealed that she found out about his brother’s death on TV.

Regina Adusi Brenfa also added that the last time she heard from her brother was through a WhatsApp voice message.

Speaking in an interview on the US-based News12, the sister of George Ennin stated, “The autopsy shows that he was pierced in his heart. That’s why he couldn’t survive… I’m afraid to come out, maybe they will kill me like my brother”.

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“Wontumi opting for a plea bargain doesn’t mean he is guilty” – Andy Appiah-Kubi on Exim Bank fraud case

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“Wontumi opting for a plea bargain doesn’t mean he is guilty” – Andy Appiah-Kubi on Exim Bank fraud case

Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for Ashanti Regional New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi, has refuted claims that his client’s decision to seek plea negotiations in the Exim Bank fraud case is an admission of guilt.

Appiah-Kubi highlighted that every accused person remains innocent until proven guilty under Ghana’s plea bargaining framework.

According to Wontumi’s lawyer,  opting for a plea bargain doesn’t mean the person is guilty.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi explained, “Opting for a plea bargain doesn’t mean the person is guilty. We opted for a plea bargain and have not yet started discussions on the terms, but why is the Attorney-General impugning their own motives?”

“The Plea Bargaining Act comes as Act 1079. Section 162 of the previous Act has been amended and captured as 162A on plea negotiations. This law came into effect on July 22, 2022”.

“It’s not everyone that knows this provision. The plea agreement under Section 162A(1)(b) is to withdraw all the charges against the accused person, which is one of the expectations of the negotiations”.

“Section 162A(2)(a) says the prosecutor shall, before the commencement of plea negotiations, inform the accused person of the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty,” he stated.

He addedd, “So there is no way that anyone who applies for plea negotiations admits guilt or is guilty. That’s not what the law says”.

“For now, we haven’t met to design the terms of negotiations, so why are we in a hurry to prescribe one of them for us when we haven’t indicated a preference?” he asked.

“If the negotiated position is the withdrawal of the charges, then where is the conviction?” he quizzed.

“We need to understand these things because the speculation is worrying. It is not fair,” he added.

His comments follow the Attorney General, who has told the court today that New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is seeking a plea bargain in the GH¢30 million EXIM Bank financial loss case.

According to reports, the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, informed the court today, June 11, 2026, that Wontumi, through his lawyer on 5th June 2026, requested to initiate a plea negotiation in respect of the charges in the Exim Bank case.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi was slapped with fresh charges over a GH¢14.3M Exim Bank loan case.

He was slapped with fresh charges, including fraud by false pretence.

Wontumi, Thomas Antwi-Boasiako (at large) and Wontumi Farms Limited are facing four counts of charges per the charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026, signed by Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai, detailed that “Chairman Wontumi is personally facing three of the four counts of the charge of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); uttering of a forged document, contrary to Section 169 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); and money laundering, contrary to Section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

“Together with Thomas Antwi-Boasiako and Wontumi Farms Limited, they are facing the charge of intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, contrary to Section 179A(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29)”, Starr FM stated.

“I wish her well” – Nii Lantey Vanderpuye on Sedina Tamakloe’s return to Ghana

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“I wish her well” – Nii Lantey Vanderpuye on Sedina Tamakloe’s return to Ghana

Nii Lantey Vanderpuye, the former Odododiodoo MP and National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), has said he wishes the former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, well following her extradition from the United States to Ghana.

According to Nii Lantey Vanderpuye, Sedinam Tamakloe must stay strong and use her imprisonment as an opportunity to rebuild her life.

He cited examples of world leaders and influential personalities who rose above adversity.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Thursday, June 11, Vanderpuye detailed, “She has come, and I wish her well. I can only say that she must take it on the shoulders. It’s just one step down. She shouldn’t lie there. She should get up and make her life. There are so many people who have gone through things, and they’ve come out of it and become better persons”.

“There’s a whole president of a country who has almost about 140 something convictions against him. You understand? But he’s the president of a country. So she can also make it. Joseph came from prison to become a prime minister.

“Jerry Rawlings came from prison to become a president, a head of state. Nelson Mandela. Kwame Nkrumah, so many examples,” he added.

His comments follow, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, who arrived in Ghana on June 9, 2026, to serve his 10-year prison sentence.

The information gathered suggests that the flight tracking data from FlightAware confirmed that Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu arrived at Terminal 3 of the Accra International Airport on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, aboard United Airlines flight UA 996.

Her flight landed at about 9:01 a.m. after departing Washington Dulles International Airport in the United States at 11:44 GMT.

Reports suggest Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu was taken into custody by security officials and immediately taken into custody.

Also, reports suggest Sedina Tamakloe is said to be undergoing routine questioning and medical checks, which form part of standard procedures before she is transferred to begin serving her sentence.

It will be recalled that Sedina Tamakloe Attionu was sentenced to 10 years in prison by a High Court in Accra.

The former MASLOC CEO was sentenced to 10 years in prison with hard labour for causing financial loss of GH¢90 million to the state in April 2024.

In 2019, the case began; however, during the course of the trial, Sedina Tamakloe travelled to the United States to seek medical attention.

Sedina Tamakloe was tried in absentia after failing to return to Ghana.

A former Chief Operating Officer of MASLOC, Daniel Axim, was also sentenced to five years in prison with hard labour.

Sedina Tamakloe and Daniel Axim were found guilty on 78 counts of causing financial loss to the state, stealing, conspiracy to steal, money laundering, and causing loss to public property in violation of public procurement law.

According to the Attorney General, the government of Ghana wants Sedina Tamakloe to serve her 10-year jail term in Ghana.

The development follows a U.S. Magistrate Judge, Daniel J. Albregts of the District of Nevada, ordering that the former MASLOC CEO, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, serve her 10-year prison sentence in Ghana.

According to reports, the US court ruled that sufficient evidence exists to support the extradition.

Meanwhile, Titus Glover, the former Greater Accra Regional Minister, has said the former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive Officer, Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, will be given a presidential pardon.

 The former Greater Accra Regional Minister asserted that he has doubts Sedina Tamakloe will serve her full 10-year prison sentence as she is affiliated with the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).

According to Titus Glover, Sedina Tamakloe could benefit from a presidential pardon or other interventions that may reduce her 10-year prison sentence.

He further warned that allowing convicted public officials to avoid serving the full sentence could undermine public confidence in Ghana’s fight against corruption and accountability.

Speaking on Eyewitness News, Titus Glover stated, “The case is that I am sure they will give her a presidential pardon. She has to serve for some time, but knowing the NDC and their style and the way they do their stuff, I will not be surprised if in the next six months or so they call it off”.

“I do not think she will serve the full term,” he added.

“If Sedina comes out in less than two years, the backlash against the NDC will not be worth it. They have to advise her to stay there. It is for the betterment of society. She has the right to appeal and come out, but generally, anything less than three years will look very bad on us as a society,” he stated.

Andy Appiah-Kubi files to withdraw from representing Chairman Wontumi as his Lawyer

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Andy Appiah-Kubi files to withdraw from representing Chairman Wontumi as his Lawyer

Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has announced he has filed a motion to withdraw from the ongoing illegal mining case involving his client.

The Lawyer disclosed that he has already informed both his client and the court of his decision to step aside from one of the cases pending before the High Court in Accra.

According to Appiah-Kubi, he has formally submitted an application to discontinue his legal representation in the case.

He explained that his reasons have been detailed in an affidavit filed before the court.

Appiah-Kubi cited concern about the court’s insistence on his personal appearance despite prior notification of scheduling conflicts arising from multiple court commitments.

He argued that the situation raises questions about fairness and professional accommodation.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Appiah-Kubi disclosed, “I have filed a motion to withdraw from the case. My reasons are in the affidavit. I am withdrawing my legal services”.

“I have practised law for some time, and I am not comfortable with how the case has been handled. It was moving too fast. I will petition the Bar Association,” he added.

Earlier, Lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi had said his client would be vindicated when the court delivers its judgment on July 3, 2026.

Wontumi’s Lawyer argued that the evidence and legal arguments presented by the defence strongly support their position in the ongoing case.

In a post shared by Wontumi Communications on X read, “We have put forward our case effectively within the law, and we are confident the outcome will reflect the facts presented before the court,” he stated in a telephone interview on Movement in the Morning with Kweku Dawuro.

Lawyer Appiah Kubi added that the court has directed the defence team to file its written address, which they are prepared to submit.

He expressed optimism that the strength of their legal submissions would be clear upon review, insisting that the defence remains convinced of a favourable outcome”.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi and other persons are standing trial for allegedly undertaking mining operations on a concession at Samreboi in the Western Region without the consent of the sector minister.

The state has also accused Wontumi of permitting two individuals to undertake mining activities on the concession without authority and facilitating those operations.

Chairman Wontumi and two others are expected to face judgment on July 3 in the high-profile illegal mining case.

According to the Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem-Sai confirmed that the Accra High Court has scheduled July 3 for its final judgment in the case of The Republic vs Bernard Antwi-Boasiako and two others.

In a post shared by Justice Srem-Sai on X read, “The Accused Persons in the case – THE REPUBLIC v BERNARD ANTWI-BOASIAKO & 2 OTHERS – called their 5th and last witness today. The witness was discharged from the witness box a while ago.

That brought the entire trial to an end. The judge has scheduled July 3 for judgment”.

Meanwhile, reports suggest that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, if convicted on all charges levelled against him in the illegal mining case at Samreboi, could face a maximum of 25 years in prison.

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Wontumi to serve a maximum of 25 years in prison if convicted on all charges  – Reports

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Wontumi to serve a maximum of 25 years in prison if convicted on all charges  – Reports

Reports suggest that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, if convicted on all charges levelled against him in the illegal mining case at Samreboi, could face a maximum of 25 years in prison.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi and other persons are standing trial for allegedly undertaking mining operations on a concession at Samreboi in the Western Region without the consent of the sector minister.

The state has also accused Wontumi of permitting two individuals to undertake mining activities on the concession without authority and facilitating those operations.

Wontumi’s possible sentences for his crimes if convicted are as  follows:

“1. For the crime of undertaking mining operations without a licence, Wontumi faces a jail term of not less than 15 years and not more than 25 years.

2. For the crime of felling trees in a forest reserve without a licence, he faces a prison term of not more than two years.

3. He will also be required to “pay to the Commissioner responsible for Lands twice the commercial value of each tree or of the timber or forest produce which is the subject matter of the offence.”

4. For abetting the unauthorised felling of trees, he faces a prison term of not more than two years.

5. He will also be required to “pay to the Commissioner responsible for Lands twice the commercial value of each tree or of the timber or forest produce which is the subject matter of the offence.”

6. He faces the same punishment for “erecting buildings in a forest reserve without a licence” and “abetting unauthorised erection of buildings in a forest reserve.”, a report cited from GhanaWeb detailed.

Adding up all the charges and their convictions, Wontumi, if found guilty of all the crimes he has been charged with and is given the maximum sanctions, is likely to serve a prison term of 25 years maximum.

Chairman Wontumi and two others are expected to face judgment on July 3 in the high-profile illegal mining case.

According to the Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem-Sai confirmed that the Accra High Court has scheduled July 3 for its final judgment in the case of The Republic vs Bernard Antwi-Boasiako and two others.

In a post shared by Justice Srem-Sai on X read, “The Accused Persons in the case – THE REPUBLIC v BERNARD ANTWI-BOASIAKO & 2 OTHERS – called their 5th and last witness today. The witness was discharged from the witness box a while ago.

That brought the entire trial to an end. The judge has scheduled July 3 for judgment”.

Meanwhile, Lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi, counsel for Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has said his client will be vindicated when the court delivers its judgment on July 3, 2026.

Wontumi’s Lawyer argued that the evidence and legal arguments presented by the defence strongly support their position in the ongoing case.

In a post shared by Wontumi Communications on X read, “We have put forward our case effectively within the law, and we are confident the outcome will reflect the facts presented before the court,” he stated in a telephone interview on Movement in the Morning with Kweku Dawuro.

Lawyer Appiah Kubi added that the court has directed the defence team to file its written address, which they are prepared to submit.

He expressed optimism that the strength of their legal submissions would be clear upon review, insisting that the defence remains convinced of a favourable outcome”.

‘I’m not the President’s appointee; I’m not bound by his directives’ – Speaker Bagbin

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‘I’m not the President’s appointee; I’m not bound by his directives’ – Speaker Bagbin

Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has reiterated that he is not an appointee of President John Dramani Mahama.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that he is not bound to accept directives or instructions from any President.

According to Bagbin, he was elected by an electoral college and is not an appointee of President John Dramani Mahama.

Speaking during a courtesy call by the Supreme Court 150th Anniversary Planning Committee on Thursday, June 11, Alban Bagbin stated, “I am elected by an electoral college. But in the minds of the populace, I mean, they still refer to me as appointed, and I have to keep on correcting them that I’m not the president’s appointee. No, I am not. The Speaker is not appointed by the President.

He added: “The President will have a say, but that say doesn’t mean that that will be the intention of the House, and we’ve seen it in this House, at least in my case in 2021. The Presidency’s say did not carry the day, so it means that really the Speaker is an appointee of the members of the House, and so I owe my loyalty and allegiance to them and to the nation.

I don’t have to listen to what His Excellency and the rest will do. They don’t do it. Yes, I can listen to them because it’s part of the conversation, but I am not bound by what they say, and I think that I have tried in that respect. It’s very easy.”

Speaker Bagbin further called for urgent reforms to the process of appointing Supreme Court judges,

He argued that the judiciary should have greater control over its own leadership.

“The appointments need urgent attention. We don’t want to allow other people to appoint who should be a judge or who should be the head of judges. They should have the opportunity to do it themselves. That profession should have the opportunity to do it themselves. In Parliament, the Speaker, MPs are appointed? No,” he said.

Meanwhile, Alban Bagbin has said the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, popularly known as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, can be reconsidered even after it has been passed.

Speaker Bagbin disclosed that Parliament has the option to move a motion to rescind its earlier decision on the Bill.

He further dismissed claims that Parliament is in a stalemate over the Bill.

Bagbin disclosed, “The recent debate where some lawyers came out strongly to say that by the Constitution, once a law is passed on the floor, Parliament is functus officio. It’s not the law. Because we have what we call a passage process before you send it to the President for assent”.

He added, “And that process gives the opportunity for Parliament to reflect on what it has passed. And that is why, in the Constitution, there is no time limit given to Parliament after passage to submit to the President for assent. And on many occasions, we usually identify some inconsistencies or errors.

And then we go back to the House, where they refer to us as the second reconsideration stage. We use the process for recession, a motion of recession to rescind the decision of having read the bill a third time. And then use that to do it.

So it’s really not the law that once the Speaker says the bill is read a third time and passed, Parliament is functus officio.”

“In fact, we are very soon going to use it in connection with the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Bill, which was passed in March,” he disclosed.

“All the bills are to be signed by the Clerk… After him, they have to be sent to me, and I have to go through it and make sure that everything is in order before I sign it and then direct that it be presented to the President for assent,” he said.

Speaker Bagbin cannot return the anti-LGBTQ Bill to Parliament; only Mahama can – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

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Speaker Bagbin cannot return the anti-LGBTQ Bill to Parliament; only Mahama can – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, a former Majority Leader in Parliament, has stressed that the Constitution does not permit the Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin to return a bill to the House once it has been passed.

According to Osei-Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, only President John Mahama can return the Anti-LGBTQ Bill to Parliament.

The former Majority Leader stressed that if any procedural lapses arise after a bill has been passed, only the President may trigger further action under the constitutional process.

Speaking in an interview on Kessben TV on June 11, 2026, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu stated, “It is against the Constitution and the Standing Orders to reintroduce the bill. There are processes to be followed before a bill is passed: First Reading, Second Reading, Consideration Stage, and Third Reading. A bill is not passed by the House unless it has gone through all these stages. Once it is passed, it moves from Parliament”.

“The president will have to consult the Attorney General… If there is any need for the bill to come back to Parliament, it is the president who can send it back, not the speaker”, he said.

His comments follow, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has called for a consensus on the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, passed by parliament last week.

According to Alban Bagbin, the anti-LGBTQ+ bill is critical, and it must be passed with consensus.

He disclosed that he has invited leadership from both sides of Parliament for a meeting.

Speaker Bagbin also expressed surprise following the passage of the bill, revealing that his instruction was for the consideration of the bill and not the passage.

Speaking in a video, Alban Bagbin stated, “It was even a surprise to me because I thought we were going to start consideration of the bill. This is such a critical bill which must be passed with consensus. I have asked the leaders of both sides to meet me”.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) has rejected the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ Bill.

According to the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, the previously passed anti-LGBTQ Bill is far better suited to address the moral and cultural imperatives at stake.

They argued that the anti-bill recently passed by the House is not what the majority of Christians and Ghanaians expected.

The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, however, commended parliament for the speed and prioritisation demonstrated in passing the recent Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, but noted that the passed bill falls short of the expectations of the Christian community.

In a statement, the GPCC stated, “ The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council commends Parliament for the speed and prioritisation demonstrated in passing the recent Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, it is our humble but firm position that the legislation, in its present state, falls short of the expectations of the Christian community and the overwhelming majority of Ghanaians, and may not be sufficiently robust to protect time-tested family values, our cultural heritage, and the moral fabric of our society.

“The Council respectfully draws attention to the earlier bill passed by the previous Parliament, which was more comprehensive and far better suited to address the moral and cultural imperatives at stake,” a statement by the GPCC is quoted.

“Whatever scrutiny this process may attract domestically or internationally, we stand firmly committed to upholding the values, sovereignty, and moral well-being of our beloved nation,” the Council added.

70 excavators seized from galamseyers to be deployed to tackle flood – Interior Minister

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70 excavators seized from galamseyers to be deployed to tackle flood – Interior Minister

Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, the Interior Minister, has disclosed that 70 excavators seized from illegal mining operators (galamseyers) will be handed over to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO).

The Minister for the Interior revealed that the excavators will be handed to NADMO to support the nationwide desilting exercise aimed at addressing the flooding challenges across the country.

According to the Minister, the confiscated equipment during anti-galamsey operations will be redeployed for public use to improve drainage systems and reduce the impact of flooding in urban centres, particularly Accra.

Responding to questions on the Floor of Parliament on Wednesday, June 10, the Interior Minister made this known, saying, “Currently, what we are doing is that all the seized excavators from the illegal mining activities – we agreed that about 70 of them should be given to NADMO so that they can take them across the country to do desilting.

“We will do the handover next week so that they can use them to desilt most of the drains, but the bottom line is we should begin to clean our surroundings.”

In related news, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, the Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team, has said the John Mahama government has no clear-cut roadmap to solve the Accra floods.

The NPP communicator disclosed that Mahama, who has been president before, experienced the most devastating flood disasters this country has seen in its history.

He argued that after the June 3 disaster, Mahama set up a committee, indicating that he was re-engineering Accra, but nothing happened.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on Monday, Dennis Miracles Aboagye explained, “A country entrusts its resources, freedoms, and rights to a select few so that they can guide the people and lead them towards prosperity, growth, and safety”.

“So when the leaders we have given that responsibility are merely lamenting to us, it becomes a serious problem.”

“They have failed to tell the people of this country what their roadmap is in solving flooding in Accra. A clear-cut roadmap. We are in a hopeless situation. This government should not pretend as if they just came into office and all of a sudden they are realising how Accra is,” he stated.

Dennis Miracles Aboagye added, “Our president has been president before. In fact, one of the most devastating flood disasters this country has seen in its history happened under his presidency during his first term”.

“His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, immediately after the June 3 disaster, set up a committee. In fact, he indicated that he was re-engineering Accra. What happened?” he asked.

He further added, “One of the reasons why a lot of Ghanaians went to vote for His Excellency John Dramani Mahama was because they felt that he would have learned something from the experience he had in the past”.

Eight years in opposition, you come into office with experience. In fact, His Excellency said during the campaign period that we want experience. It was one of his mantras, and a lot of people bought into it.

People were very hopeful. A 1.7 million vote difference speaks a lot. It is a huge mandate”, he observed.

“A president that some people believed in and voted for on the back of your experience, you spend one and a half years out of your few years in office identifying hotspots. That is where the problem is”, he said.

“Tell the people what your roadmap is in ensuring that, moving forward, when it rains for 30 minutes, they will be able to get to their homes. That’s what they want to hear”, he stressed.

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Appiah-Kubi speaks on Wontumi’s plea bargain

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Appiah-Kubi speaks on Wontumi’s plea bargain

Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for Bernard Antwi Boasiako, Chairman Wontumi, has spoken about his client’s plea bargain application in the EXIM Bank fraud case.

According to Andy Appiah-Kubi, they have tabled a proposal for the Attorney General and are waiting for the Attorney General to convene a meeting of the parties.  

Speaking on TV3’s News Central on June 11, 2026, Andy Appiah-Kubi disclosed, “Number two, we have applied for legal space available to suspect or accused persons under the laws. And we have tabled a proposal for the Attorney General, awaiting the Attorney General to convene a meeting of the parties to discuss the details of the application. So, for now, what I can speak to is the fact that, yes, my client has filed an application.

“I’m going to correct the charge as you prefer, of course, the same as the charges in the court, that my client obtained a loan from the United States court of charge. So, let’s have that correction. To be honest with you, the charges are on a late submission of two documents. And this is captured at the next preliminary hearing.”

“The charges are defrauding by false witnesses contrary to Section 131, and altering of a false document contrary to Section 169. These are the charges,” he disclosed.

“We have just made the application, but I am not in a position to discuss the terms of it. It is for the Attorney General to review and conclude the meetings,” he stated.

His comments follow the Attorney General, who has told the court today that New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is seeking a plea bargain in the GH¢30 million EXIM Bank financial loss case.

According to reports, the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, informed the court today, June 11, 2026, that Wontumi, through his lawyer on 5th June 2026, requested to initiate a plea negotiation in respect of the charges in the Exim Bank case.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi was slapped with fresh charges over a GH¢14.3M Exim Bank loan case.

He was slapped with fresh charges, including fraud by false pretence.

Wontumi, Thomas Antwi-Boasiako (at large) and Wontumi Farms Limited are facing four counts of charges per the charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026, signed by Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai, detailed that “Chairman Wontumi is personally facing three of the four counts of the charge of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); uttering of a forged document, contrary to Section 169 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); and money laundering, contrary to Section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

“Together with Thomas Antwi-Boasiako and Wontumi Farms Limited, they are facing the charge of intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, contrary to Section 179A(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29)”, Starr FM stated.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill can be reconsidered despite passage – Speaker Bagbin insists

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Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill can be reconsidered despite passage – Speaker Bagbin insists

Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has said the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, popularly known as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, can be reconsidered even after it has been passed.

Speaker Bagbin disclosed that Parliament has the option to move a motion to rescind its earlier decision on the Bill.

He further dismissed claims that Parliament is in a stalemate over the Bill.

Speaking during a courtesy call by the Supreme Court 150th Anniversary Planning Committee on Thursday, June 11, Alban Bagbin disclosed, “The recent debate where some lawyers came out strongly to say that by the Constitution, once a law is passed on the floor, Parliament is functus officio. It’s not the law. Because we have what we call a passage process before you send it to the President for assent”.

He added, “And that process gives the opportunity for Parliament to reflect on what it has passed. And that is why, in the Constitution, there is no time limit given to Parliament after passage to submit to the President for assent. And on many occasions, we usually identify some inconsistencies or errors.

And then we go back to the House, where they refer to us as the second reconsideration stage. We use the process for recession, a motion of recession to rescind the decision of having read the bill a third time. And then use that to do it.

So it’s really not the law that once the Speaker says the bill is read a third time and passed, Parliament is functus officio.”

“In fact, we are very soon going to use it in connection with the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Bill, which was passed in March,” he disclosed.

“All the bills are to be signed by the Clerk… After him, they have to be sent to me, and I have to go through it and make sure that everything is in order before I sign it and then direct that it be presented to the President for assent,” he said.

His comments follow an earlier call for a consensus on the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, passed by parliament last week.

According to Alban Bagbin, the anti-LGBTQ+ bill is critical, and it must be passed with consensus.

He disclosed that he has invited leadership from both sides of Parliament for a meeting.

Speaker Bagbin also expressed surprise following the passage of the bill, revealing that his instruction was for the consideration of the bill and not the passage.

Speaking in a video, Alban Bagbin stated, “It was even a surprise to me because I thought we were going to start consideration of the bill. This is such a critical bill which must be passed with consensus. I have asked the leaders of both sides to meet me”.

However, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, a former Majority Leader in Parliament, has stressed that the Constitution does not permit the Speaker of Parliament to return a bill to the House once it has been passed.

According to Osei-Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, only President John Mahama can return the Anti-LGBTQ Bill to Parliament.

The former Majority Leader stressed that if any procedural lapses arise after a bill has been passed, only the President may trigger further action under the constitutional process.

Speaking in an interview on Kessben TV on June 11, 2026, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu stated, “It is against the Constitution and the Standing Orders to reintroduce the bill. There are processes to be followed before a bill is passed: First Reading, Second Reading, Consideration Stage, and Third Reading. A bill is not passed by the House unless it has gone through all these stages. Once it is passed, it moves from Parliament”.

“The president will have to consult the Attorney General… If there is any need for the bill to come back to Parliament, it is the president who can send it back, not the speaker”, he said.

Also, , the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) has rejected the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ Bill.

According to the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, the previously passed anti-LGBTQ Bill is far better suited to address the moral and cultural imperatives at stake.

They argued that the anti-bill recently passed by the House is not what the majority of Christians and Ghanaians expected.

The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, however, commended parliament for the speed and prioritisation demonstrated in passing the recent Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, but noted that the passed bill falls short of the expectations of the Christian community.

In a statement, the GPCC stated, “ The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council commends Parliament for the speed and prioritisation demonstrated in passing the recent Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, it is our humble but firm position that the legislation, in its present state, falls short of the expectations of the Christian community and the overwhelming majority of Ghanaians, and may not be sufficiently robust to protect time-tested family values, our cultural heritage, and the moral fabric of our society.

“The Council respectfully draws attention to the earlier bill passed by the previous Parliament, which was more comprehensive and far better suited to address the moral and cultural imperatives at stake,” a statement by the GPCC is quoted.

“Whatever scrutiny this process may attract domestically or internationally, we stand firmly committed to upholding the values, sovereignty, and moral well-being of our beloved nation,” the Council added.

Videos – KNUST underwater as campus floods

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Videos – KNUST underwater as campus floods

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) campus has been flooded following heavy rainfall.

The flooding has hit parts of the campus of KNUST, resulting in the bridge along Mecca Road being submerged by rising water levels.

Reports suggest the busy Mecca Road and Casely Hayford area are heavily flooded as the Wiwi River overflows its banks following a downpour.

According to reports, the flooding has disrupted movement along the affected sections of the campus, with floodwaters inundating roads and surrounding areas after heavy rainfall caused the river to exceed its capacity.

Meanwhile, students and other road users have been advised to avoid the route or exercise extreme caution to ensure their safety.

In related news, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, the Minister for the Interior, has disclosed that 70 excavators seized from illegal mining operators will be handed over to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO).

The Minister for the Interior revealed that the excavators will be handed to NADMO to support the nationwide desilting exercise aimed at addressing the flooding challenges across the country.

According to the Minister, the confiscated equipment during anti-galamsey operations will be redeployed for public use to improve drainage systems and reduce the impact of flooding in urban centres, particularly Accra.

Responding to questions on the Floor of Parliament on Wednesday, June 10, the Interior Minister made this known, saying, “Currently, what we are doing is that all the seized excavators from the illegal mining activities – we agreed that about 70 of them should be given to NADMO so that they can take them across the country to do desilting.

“We will do the handover next week so that they can use them to desilt most of the drains, but the bottom line is we should begin to clean our surroundings.”

Meanwhile, the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMeT) has warned Ghanaians of more rains across both coastal and inland areas in the coming days.

According to the GmeT, residents must be alert and stay away from flood-prone communities.

Joseph Tetteh Portuphy, the Deputy Director in charge of Forecasting at GmeT, explains that further rains are expected.

He cautioned that places already saturated trigger flooding in vulnerable communities.

Speaking to Citi News, the Deputy Director in charge of Forecasting at GmeT stated, “Over the coast and inland areas… but for us on the eastern coast, since it is a system that is passing, later in the day it will come down. Places are already flooded. Any little rain that comes again will flood the places. So we should be cautious and avoid places that are already saturated and already flooded”.

“We should also make sure that they stay tuned to the weather information. As I said, we are still in June. And until we get out of June, we should expect more of these rains to come,” he added.

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Fishing, Real Estate, Water and Waste Management industries are lowest contributors to Ghana’s 6.4% GDP growth

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Fishing, Real Estate, Water and Waste Management industries are lowest contributors to Ghana’s 6.4% GDP growth

Ghana’s fishing, real estate, water and waste management industries have contributed the least to Ghana’s 6.4% GDP growth.

The data shared by Data Scientist and Policy Analyst, Aifred Appiah, revealed that  Ghana reported 6.4% GDP growth for Q1 2026.

The data showed that the lowest contributors to Ghana’s 6.4% GDP growth are as follows: fishing contributed a negative -18.5%, Accommodation and Food Service – 13.6%, Water supply and Waste Management -3.7%, Real Estates -3.2%, and Health and Social work -1%.

On the other hand, the Information & Communication sub-sector (tech) has contributed to Ghana’s GDP growth of 6.4% in the first quarter of 2026.

The growth was led by the Information & Communication sub-sector (tech) with 25.2%, ahead of mining/quarrying excl. oil and trade.

The data showed household consumption and investment drove growth on the expenditure side, while exports fell and government spending expanded 7.9%.

In a post shared on X, Alfred Appiah detailed, “We have resumed regular charting. Here are some charts from yesterday’s GDP report. After adjusting for the size of sub-sectors, the technology sub-sector contributed the most to the 6.4% overall GDP growth reported, followed by mining and quarrying (excluding oil) and trade.

On the expenditure side, household consumption and investment drove GDP growth. Exports declined. Government spending expanded by 7.9%, the highest since Q2 2024”.

His post added, “Industry contributed 2.2 percentage points of the 6.4% overall growth rate. This was on the back of the recovery in the oil and gas sector. Gold’s contribution to overall GDP growth is down from 1.2 points in Q1 2025 to 0.74 points in Q1 2026”.

In related news, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister, has said Ghana is now ranked as the eighth largest economy in Africa.

The Finance Minister asserted that under the previous Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration, the Ghana economy was rated as a junk economy.

According to Ato Forson, the fiscal policies adopted since the takeover from the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration have positioned the country to be able to attract investors.

Ato Forson disclosed that Ghana’s GDP per capita has reached $3,385 for the first time.

He further assured the diaspora community that the country’s debt is now sustainable and that the economic gains made will be fully sustained.

Speaking at a town hall meeting in London on Sunday, May 31, 2026, Ato Forson stated, “Our country is back. Today, Ghana is ranked the eighth-largest economy in Africa. Our GDP per capita is now $3,385 for the first time, and our debt is now sustainable, unlike in the past. The gains made will be sustained”.

He further appealed to investors and Ghanaians in the diaspora to come and invest in Ghana.

The Finance Minister stated, “Ghana is open for business. We welcome you. Come home and contribute. And so, we see you as an important partner. We see you as our brothers and sisters in the diaspora. And you still have a role to play in nation building.”

“And London is home to some of us. Some of us had the privilege of growing up here.

“And myself, Honourable Kwami Agbodza (Minister of Roads and Highways), not long ago used to be members of this chapter until we had the privilege to go back home to serve our country. And so, you can also be one of us if you decide to come home and take part in nation building.”

“I do not recall that our country had ever gone through such a level of economic crisis. The scale of the crisis was profound. It was extremely traumatic, if not distressful.” He stated.

“Our currency, the Ghana cedi, came under intense pressure. It nearly lost its value. Inflation rose to painful levels. Investor confidence deteriorated very sharply.”

“In February 2022, Moody’s downgraded Ghana to CAA1. In August, S&P also downgraded us to CCC+,” he stated.

“Again in the same year, August, Fitch also downgraded Ghana to CCC. And in September, Fitch again downgraded Ghana further down to double C. Finally, in October 2022, Ghana lost access to the international capital market.”

“But the good news is that today our country is back. We are back.” He said. “But let me share some of the outturn with you. I’m pleased to report that as a result of the measures that President Mahama took, today GDP growth is back. Ghana has recorded a GDP growth of six per cent in

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Tech booms Ghana’s GDP Growth to 6.4%

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Tech booms Ghana’s GDP Growth to 6.4%

Information & Communication sub-sector (tech) has contributed to Ghana’s GDP growth of 6.4% in the first quarter of 2026.

Data shared by Data Scientist and Policy Analyst, Afred Appiah, revealed that  Ghana reported 6.4% GDP growth for Q1 2026.

The growth was led by the Information & Communication sub-sector (tech) with 25.2%, ahead of mining/quarrying excl. oil and trade.

The data showed household consumption and investment drove growth on the expenditure side, while exports fell and government spending expanded 7.9%.

In a post shared on X, Alfred Appiah detailed, “We have resumed regular charting. Here are some charts from yesterday’s GDP report. After adjusting for the size of sub-sectors, the technology sub-sector contributed the most to the 6.4% overall GDP growth reported, followed by mining and quarrying (excluding oil) and trade.

On the expenditure side, household consumption and investment drove GDP growth. Exports declined. Government spending expanded by 7.9%, the highest since Q2 2024”.

His post added, “Industry contributed 2.2 percentage points of the 6.4% overall growth rate. This was on the back of the recovery in the oil and gas sector. Gold’s contribution to overall GDP growth is down from 1.2 points in Q1 2025 to 0.74 points in Q1 2026”.

In related news, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister, has said Ghana is now ranked as the eighth largest economy in Africa.

The Finance Minister asserted that under the previous Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration, the Ghana economy was rated as a junk economy.

According to Ato Forson, the fiscal policies adopted since the takeover from the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration have positioned the country to be able to attract investors.

Ato Forson disclosed that Ghana’s GDP per capita has reached $3,385 for the first time.

He further assured the diaspora community that the country’s debt is now sustainable and that the economic gains made will be fully sustained.

Speaking at a town hall meeting in London on Sunday, May 31, 2026, Ato Forson stated, “Our country is back. Today, Ghana is ranked the eighth-largest economy in Africa. Our GDP per capita is now $3,385 for the first time, and our debt is now sustainable, unlike in the past. The gains made will be sustained”.

He further appealed to investors and Ghanaians in the diaspora to come and invest in Ghana.

The Finance Minister stated, “Ghana is open for business. We welcome you. Come home and contribute. And so, we see you as an important partner. We see you as our brothers and sisters in the diaspora. And you still have a role to play in nation building.”

“And London is home to some of us. Some of us had the privilege of growing up here.

“And myself, Honourable Kwami Agbodza (Minister of Roads and Highways), not long ago used to be members of this chapter until we had the privilege to go back home to serve our country. And so, you can also be one of us if you decide to come home and take part in nation building.”

“I do not recall that our country had ever gone through such a level of economic crisis. The scale of the crisis was profound. It was extremely traumatic, if not distressful.” He stated.

“Our currency, the Ghana cedi, came under intense pressure. It nearly lost its value. Inflation rose to painful levels. Investor confidence deteriorated very sharply.”

“In February 2022, Moody’s downgraded Ghana to CAA1. In August, S&P also downgraded us to CCC+,” he stated.

“Again in the same year, August, Fitch also downgraded Ghana to CCC. And in September, Fitch again downgraded Ghana further down to double C. Finally, in October 2022, Ghana lost access to the international capital market.”

“But the good news is that today our country is back. We are back.” He said.

“But let me share some of the outturn with you. I’m pleased to report that as a result of the measures that President Mahama took, today GDP growth is back. Ghana has recorded a GDP growth of six per cent in the year 2025.” He said.

“And most importantly, non-oil GDP growth was 7.6 per cent, the highest in 14 years.”

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Breaking: “Hot” Chairman Wontumi requests for plea bargain

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Breaking: “Hot” Chairman Wontumi requests for plea bargain

The Attorney General has told the court today that New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is seeking a plea bargain in the GH¢30 million EXIM Bank financial loss case.

According to reports, the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, informed the court today, June 11, 2026, that Wontumi, through his lawyer on 5th June 2026, requested to initiate a plea negotiation in respect of the charges in the Exim Bank case.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi was slapped with fresh charges over a GH¢14.3M Exim Bank loan case.

He was slapped with fresh charges, including fraud by false pretence.

Wontumi, Thomas Antwi-Boasiako (at large) and Wontumi Farms Limited are facing four counts of charges per the charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026.

The charge sheet filed on Friday, May 15, 2026, signed by Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai, detailed that “Chairman Wontumi is personally facing three of the four counts of the charge of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); uttering of a forged document, contrary to Section 169 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29); and money laundering, contrary to Section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

“Together with Thomas Antwi-Boasiako and Wontumi Farms Limited, they are facing the charge of intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, contrary to Section 179A(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29)”, Starr FM stated.

In related news, Blakk Rasta, a Ghanaian reggae artiste and media personality, has provided more details about the revelation that the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, bid to repay millions in the Exim Bank fraud case, which has been rejected.

Speaking on his show, The Black Pot, Blakk Rasta narrated how the Attorney General and EOCO rejected Wontumi’s attempts to repay millions in the Exim Bank fraud case.

Blakk Rasta narrated, saying, “Now this guy, all of a sudden, runs to the Exim Bank that he was going to pay. They must… Exim Bank said, ‘You are going to pay what?  You have been investigated for this. If anything at all, go to the Attorney General, EOCO, and the rest, and pay the money.’ Chairman Wontumi runs to EOCO, runs to the Attorney General… I have brought the money I want to refund it.

Go back to court. Now that this case is just opening, the Exim Bank go to court tell the judge that you agree that you stole their money. Because initially, he said you didn’t. You said you bought some tractors, you said you had land, and you paid salaries to boys to work. Why are you bringing back the money?

This is what many people don’t know. EOCO has been able to trace the money into one of their accounts of this guy and has put it on freeze. The Attorney General has made sure that there’s more ice on the account. It’s frozen thick ice. There’s money in it. We have traced the money.

We are seeing where the money is. Now you come back with a check for money to be withdrawn from the same account that we have frozen? Where we have seen the money…”.

Blakk Rasta further disclosed, “It’s like you’re chasing a thief. The thief has denied that he has not stolen anything. Then, from your own investigations, you see the money is hiding in a bag. So go and take it back.

Now the thief comes to you, having gone and seen the bag: ‘I am coming to tell you that it is true that the money I actually took it, but I didn’t steal it; it was for safety. So that money is what we are holding.

So right now, he has to go back to court. According to the Attorney General, he’s not cutting any deal with anybody.

Go to court, Chairman Wontumi. Go and tell the judge in the presence of your lawyer, Appiah Kubi, Esq.

Let the court listen to this.’If that is what is on your mind… If you say you didn’t take the money, all of a sudden you are coming back to pay for what you did. Think it’s ridiculous. It looks like EOCO is the backbone of all the crime-fighting in Ghana right now.

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NDC party affiliation in the Ashanti Region drops from 30% to 18% – Global Info Analytics poll

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NDC party affiliation in the Ashanti Region drops from 30% to 18% – Global Info Analytics poll

Mussa Dankwah, the Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, has shed more light on their polls, which revealed that the governing NDC party affiliation in the Ashanti Region drops from 30% to 18%.

According to Mussa Dankwah, the Global Info Analytics poll was conducted between March and June.

Speaking in a video shared on TikTok, Mussa Dankwah explained, “Just a few clarifications on the data we put out there yesterday regarding the Ashanti Region party affiliation changes between March and June.

The number of people who openly state they support the NDC has declined from 30 per cent to 18 per cent, which is a drop of about 12 per cent.

The question is, where did the 12 per cent go? Did it go to the NPP? The answer is no. 3 per cent of the 12 per cent went to the NPP, and 2 per cent of that 12 per cent went to other political parties. But the remaining percentage, which is about 6 to 7 per cent, went to undisclosed.

  It simply means that those who were openly saying they are NDC have moved into I will not tell you. My party I belong to. There is no political party called undisclosed; we have the NPP and the NDC, floating voters, and we have the other political parties.

The number of floating voters did not change in the period, the same 23 per cent, NPP moved from 34 per cent to 37 per cent, that is about a 3 per cent increase.

 The question is, the 7 per cent, are they still NDC, and they are not disclosing, or they were NPP, and they jumped to become NDC, and now they have moved to undisclosed.

What will be fascinating is to see whether the drop in the NDC support base in the Ashanti region from 30 to 18 per cent has affected the chances of their candidate against Bawumia in the 2028 election, based on the data we have from March to June.

We have the numbers, but it is not time to reveal them yet”.

In other news, Mussa Dankwah has refuted claims that his polls are causing the instability within the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

According to Mussa Dankwah, the ruling NDC should rather be thanking him as his polls have rather sanitised the race by providing aspirants with a realistic assessment of their chances.

Mussa Dankwah cited the New Patriotic Party’s 2007 presidential primary as an example which had 17 candidates, highlighting that credible polling data helps potential candidates gauge both public and delegate sentiment.

Speaking on the matter in a video sighted on X, Mussa Dankwah explained, “I’ve had calls from people telling me all sorts of things. Look, let me tell you, if nothing at all, the NDC should be thanking me for helping sanitise the race coming,” he said.

“Let’s remember in 2007, there was no polling in this country and every aspirant, everybody who thought he had a chance, was contesting to run NPP.

“What happened? We had 17 candidates thinking that they could win. And up to today, the party is paying for that price.”

Mussa Dankwah added, “NDC must look beyond just the polls and understand that what we are doing is helping those who may have ambition but have no chance to reconsider their options and avoid overcrowding the race.”

“One thing, if nothing at all, they should give us credit for doing that because some people have come to us, some people who thought they had chances have come to us, and they’ve done private polling, and the poll has indicated that they are not viable and they have shelved their ambition.

“Thanks to us. They are happy they have not allowed themselves to be deceived by any media person saying you are on the ground.”

His comments come at a time when reports coming in alleged that there is growing, intense friction among President John Dramani Mahama’s cabinet ministers, Ato Forson and Eric Opoku.

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@mk_dankwah Analysis of the party affiliation data from Ashanti region ##foryoupage #foryou #Ghana2028 #fypシ゚viral #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp ♬ original sound – Mussa K_Dankwah 🇬🇭 🇬🇧

Free SHS suppliers to protest at Education Ministry over GH¢50m debt

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Free SHS suppliers to protest at Education Ministry over GH¢50m debt

The National Association of Institutional Suppliers (NAIS) has announced they will proceed with its plans to protest at the Education Ministry on Thursday, June 11.

According to the National Association of Institutional Suppliers, despite fresh assurances from government officials over their outstanding payments, they will proceed to picket at the Education Ministry.

The NAIS decision follows a meeting with officials of the Free SHS Secretariat on Wednesday, June 10.

President of the association, Emmanuel Ayivor, speaking on CITI News, asserted that despite repeated assurances, the government has failed to result in actual payments, adding that the planned picket would go ahead.

Earlier, the National Association of Institutional Suppliers (NAIS), an association of Free SHS suppliers, announced plans to picket at the Ministry of Education on June 11, 2026.

According to the NAIS, their protest is due to the government’s failure to settle outstanding payments owed to its members under the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme.

The NAIS argued that the protest had become necessary due to the prolonged delay in the payment of approximately GH¢50 million.

They disclosed that the GH¢50 million owed to suppliers is from uniforms, house dresses, and school clothes to public senior high schools.

According to the NAIS, their members have not received payment for supplies delivered since 2023.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 3, the association wrote, “The National Association of Institutional Suppliers (NAIS) wishes to formally notify you of our upcoming picketing at the Ministry of Education on 11th June 2026. This action is necessitated by the prolonged non-payment of outstanding payments owed to our members for the supply of uniforms, house dresses, and school clothes to various public Senior High Schools under the Free SHS program.

Since 2023, NAIS members have not received payments totalling approximately 50 million Ghana cedis for services rendered. Despite numerous efforts to resolve this issue, including appeals to relevant authorities, the situation remains unresolved. This has caused severe financial hardship for our members, threatening their ability to continue providing essential services to schools.

The picketing aims not only to draw the government’s attention to our plight but also to urge the immediate release of funds owed to NAIS members. We believe this peaceful demonstration will highlight the urgency of the matter and prompt swift action to settle the outstanding payments.

We kindly request coverage by your esteemed media house. Your support will help ensure our concerns reach the appropriate stakeholders and prompt responses to our demands.

We count on your usual cooperation and look forward to your presence at the Ministry of Education on 11th June 2026”.

Presidency budget EXPLODES from GH¢100 million to GH¢248 million in 2026

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Presidency budget EXPLODES from GH¢100 million to GH¢248 million in 2026

Data from the Appropriation Bills have revealed that Ghana’s Presidency expenditure has exploded from GH¢100 million cedis to GH¢248 million in 2026.

According to the reports, Ghana Presidency compensation stood at GH¢154 million at the end of the Akufo-Addo government tenure, with the Mahama government’s reduction in the number of staff at the Office of the President generating cost savings in compensation during the first year, with compensation falling to 100 million cedis.

The post shared by the data scientist Alfred Appiah examines Ghana’s Office of the President compensation rising from GH¢154 million in 2024, dropping to GH¢100 million in 2025 due to earlier staff reductions and exploding to GH¢248 million in 2026, using data from official Appropriation Bills.

He attributed the 2026 increase to new secretariats, including the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, Accra Initiative, Black Star Experience, and related offices, shown in detailed budget tables.

In his post shared on X, Alfred Appiah wrote, “The reduction in the number of staff at the Office of the President generated cost savings in compensation during the first year. In 2024, the Office of the President cost centre recorded total compensation of 154 million cedis. In 2025, the compensation fell to 100 million cedis.

However, the picture changes in 2026. The government has established additional secretariats under the Office of the President, including the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, the Accra Initiative, and the Black Star Experience, among others. As a result, compensation at the Presidency has increased to 248 million cedis”.

Some netizens reacting to the post stated, “That’s over 100% increase from last year, right? And 24 hours is still just a slogan”.

One X user added, “Very problematic analysis here. The 2025 amount does not cover all the Political Appointees as of the end of 2025. The appointees list is a situation as of the end of 2025, and based on those numbers, the 2026 budget was prepared to capture all.

From January to March 2025, when the budget was being prepared and approved, not even 70% of the OGM appointments had been made; hence, the GH¢100 million, which occasionally saw a more than 100% increase to GH¢248 million, covered the situation as at the end of 2025”.

In other news, The Office of the President has officially release it annual Presidential Staffing list for 2025, submitted to Parliament, revealing that 808 staff were working at the Jubilee House as of 31 December 2025.

According to reports, the annual Presidential Staffing list was prepared under Section 11 of the Presidential Office Act, 1993 (Act 463).

The list outlines the composition of the workforce and gives a detailed breakdown of personnel attached to the Presidency in 2025, from 1 January to 31 December.

The list showed that President Mahama made 233 political appointees and 585 public sector employees, including civil servants and officers seconded from other state institutions.

It also revealed that 4 Ministers of State were serving at the Presidency as of the end of December 2025, with 39 officials designated as Presidential Staffers, while another 190 individuals are listed under the category of other political appointees working within the Office of the President.

The breakdown of the staffing positioning at the Office of the President as of December 31st, 2025, is as follows, as compiled by citinews:

“1. Political Appointees (Total: 233)

The political administration of the presidency comprises three primary brackets, totalling 233 officials:

Ministers of State at the Presidency: 4

Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu (Government Communications)

Hon. Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum (Special Initiatives)

Hon. Seidu Issifu (Climate Change and Sustainability)

Hon. Lydia Lamisa Akanvariba (Public Sector Reform)

Political Staffers: 39 (Including top-tier leadership such as Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, Executive Secretary Dr Calistus Mahama, and various presidential advisors and aides).

Other Political Appointees: 190 (Comprising technical coordinators, legal advisors across various ministries, regional political coordinators, executive assistants, and political drivers).

2. Civil Service Staff (Total: 390)

A total of 390 personnel form the core Civil Service staff framework operating within the presidency, segmented across multiple specialised classes and secretariats”.

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How Ghana spent $1.1m on 2026 World Cup match tickets – Details emerge

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How Ghana spent $1.1m on 2026 World Cup match tickets – Details emerge

Sports Minister Kofi Adams has provided more details on how Ghana spent $ 1.1 million from the Black Stars fundraising campaign on the 2026 World Cup match tickets.

It will be recalled that Kofi Adams has disclosed that approximately $1.1 million from the Blacks Stars fundraising campaign has been spent on match tickets.

According to Kofi Adams, the $1.1 million was used to acquire match tickets for Ghanaian fans to attend and support the Black Stars at the World Cup.

In a news card shared on X, the Sports Minister is quoted as having said, “We’ve spent about $1.1 million to acquire tickets for some fans to support the match”.

Following his announcement, Ghanaians have been calling for more details on Ghana’s early World Cup match tickets.

Leading the charge was Ghanaians Journalist based in the United Kingdom, Austine Woode, who chased the Sports Minister, Kofi Adams, for details over Ghana’s early World Cup match tickets.

According to the Journalist, Adams has to explain to Ghanaians how 1000 early World Cup match tickets cost us $ 1.1 million.

He asserted that the Sports Minister’s revelation that 1000 early World Cup match tickets at $1.1 million have gone under the radar.

 In a post on X, Austine Woode stated, “The Minister of Sports, Kofi Adams, has to explain to Ghanaians how 1000 early World Cup match tickets cost us $1.1m

I’m worried that this issue has gone under the radar”.

However, in another post on X, he detailed that Kofi Adams on Joy News clarified how the $1.1m was spent on “early” World Cup tickets.

According to the Sports Minister, the $1.1m spent on “early” tickets was for 1000 tickets in each of Ghana’s group games, hence 3000 tickets of different categories.

In his post, he wrote, “Breaking!!!

Sports Minister Kofi Adams clarifies on Joy News that the $1.1m spent on “early” tickets was for 1000 tickets in each of Ghana’s group games, hence 3000 tickets of different categories.

Ghana-Panama – 1000

Ghana-England – 1000

Ghana-Croatia – 1000”

In other news, Kofi Adams has disclosed that thousands will follow the Black Stars, noting that Ghana’s greatest advantage at the next FIFA World Cup may not be on the pitch but the army of supporters expected to follow the Black Stars across North America.

Speaking on JoyNews, Kofi Adams stated, “I think the energy level is quite high. If you observe, even when the chief arrived in the United States at that late point, the number of Ghanaians who were at the airport and at the hotel to welcome them should tell you one thing: that Ghanaians in America are ready for the team.”

“Ghanaians in Canada are ready, and Ghanaians even in Europe are planning to travel that far to also go and watch on their own, and the energy is building up also in Accra here and beyond.”

“In terms of preparation of funds, whether you are talking about Ghanaians in diaspora or Africans in diaspora generally, they are yearning to be behind Ghana, and so I must say that many things are falling in place for us.”

“That is why I say that this World Cup, you may think that we don’t have the stars, but let me tell you that we have a team that has a certain spirit behind them that will take us very far.”

“Just analyse and look at even the draws that we did. Look at the positioning of the cities that we got. These are cities that are heavily loaded with Ghanaians.”

“If you go to Canada, you will all know that Toronto has a huge black population; Ghanaians are there; we didn’t choose it”, he added.

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“Why is President Mahama letting Mr Akandoh toy with our lives?” – Richard Ahiagbah quizzes 

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“Why is President Mahama letting Mr Akandoh toy with our lives?” – Richard Ahiagbah quizzes 

Richard Ahiagbah, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Director of Communication, has quizzed President John Dramani Mahama on why he continues to let the Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh toy with the lives of Ghanaians.

The NPP Director of Communication highlighted that, having personally experienced both the strengths and profound shortcomings of Ghana’s healthcare system, he knows the sacrifices Ghana Health workers make every single day.

According to Richard Ahiagbah, he was stunned when he heard the government actively obstructing members of Parliament’s Health Committee from inspecting the Afari Military Hospital.

In a post on X, Richard Ahiagbah wrote, “Why is President Mahama letting Mr Akandoh Toy With Our Lives?

​I have tried to approach this issue as apolitically as possible. Healthcare is not an NDC or NPP matter; it is a matter of life and death. Having personally experienced both the strengths and profound shortcomings of our healthcare system, I know firsthand the extraordinary sacrifices our doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals make every single day. Most of them are angels in human form.

​That is why I was stunned to learn yesterday about the government actively obstructing members of Parliament’s Health Committee from inspecting the Afari Military Hospital. ​What exactly is the government trying to achieve with that obstruction?

​Parliament’s oversight responsibility is a constitutional mandate, not a privilege granted at the whim of the Executive. At a time when the recent crisis at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has exposed the immense pressure on our healthcare delivery, one would expect the government to embrace transparency and be sensitive to public sentiment rather than upset it.

​The events at KATH reminded us that the hospital is buckling under severe overcrowding and structural constraints. Doctors, nurses, and administrators are working at the absolute limits of available infrastructure. Instead of confronting the root causes of the crisis, the Health Minister, Mintah Akandoh, directed his frustration and blame at the very professionals managing the pressure on his behalf.

​That response was both insensitive and deeply misguided. If the objective is to save lives, attacking those tasked with saving them cannot be the solution. President Mahama should have immediately called his Minister to order.

​The reality is that the pressure on KATH did not arise overnight. That is precisely why the previous NPP administration invested heavily in healthcare infrastructure across the country and in the Ashanti Region.

​Consider the numbers:

​The 500-bed Afari Military Hospital

​The Ashanti Regional Hospital at Sewua

​The District Hospitals at Trede and Kokoben

​Together, these facilities represent nearly 1,000 additional hospital beds. They were built for a singular purpose: to expand healthcare access and permanently relieve the burden on KATH. Yet today, despite being substantially completed, they remain locked, empty, and unavailable to the people they were built to serve.

​The question Ghanaians must ask President Mahama is simple: If KATH is overwhelmed, why are these hospitals not operational?

​Doctors and nurses have a duty to care for the sick, but that duty depends on a government providing the beds, equipment, logistics, and facilities necessary for them to do their jobs. No doctor or nurse can compensate for completed hospitals that are locked away behind political red tape.

​The problem is not our healthcare workers. The problem is a glaring failure of leadership, empathy, and urgency.

​President Mahama must act today to ensure the following:

​1. The immediate operationalization of the Trede and Kokoben District Hospitals, alongside the Ashanti Regional Hospital at Sewua.

2. Provide the final remaining resources required to commission the Afari Military Hospital fully.

​These facilities were built to save Ghanaian lives. They were built to prevent the exact crisis we just witnessed at KATH. The point here is clear.

The remedy to overcrowded hospitals is not outrage directed at healthcare workers. It is not political grandstanding. And it certainly is not the obstruction of parliamentary oversight.

​The answer is leadership.

The answer is accountability.

The answer is sensitivity.

The answer is, Mr President, crack the whip. And the ultimate answer is opening the hospitals that are already waiting to serve the good people of Ghana.

​Until that happens, every future crisis at KATH will stand as a grim reminder that this NDC-Mahama government is failing to deploy available state resources to save lives”.

His comments followed a recent inspection by Minority members of Parliament’s Health Committee, led by Ranking Member Dr Nana Ayew Afriyie, as they visited several health facilities in the Ashanti Region.

The tour comes amid concerns of strain on the health infrastructure at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

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President Mahama’s job approval rating drops from 68% to 58.9% – IEA Poll

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President Mahama’s job approval rating drops from 68% to 58.9% – IEA Poll

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) nationwide poll released today, Wednesday, June 10, has revealed that President John Mahama’s job approval rating has declined.

According to the poll conducted in May 2026 in all sixteen regions of Ghana and covering over 1,000 respondents, President Mahama’s job approval rating declined from 68% recorded in December 2025 to 58.9% in May.

The IEA, however, indicated that a more than 30 percentage point gap between approval and disapproval indicates positive assessments of the President’s performance.

“On the economy, nearly three in four approvers, 73.5%, credit the government’s handling of the economy, followed by road infrastructure at 16.0% and energy and electricity at 2.7%.

The poll indicated that the economy still tops the list at 30.9%, though the IEA cautions this does not necessarily reflect a rejection of the government’s macroeconomic record.

“Electricity supply was cited by 29.9% of disapprovers, a finding the IEA links directly to a temporary power supply constraint in May 2026 that brought frequent outages to homes and businesses across the country.

Corruption was raised by 19.1% of disapprovers, a signal, the IEA notes, that the government’s anti-corruption rhetoric has yet to fully convince a significant portion of the public”, reports stated.

The IEA further cited that Ghanaians’ expectations are rising. “The findings suggest that Ghanaians are broadly supportive of the President’s leadership but are expectant that the progress recorded at the macro level will increasingly be felt in their daily lives”.

Some netizens reacting to the news card shared by JOY FM stated, “How do u watch ur approval ratings nosedive & continue to keep the same non-performing folks in office for 18months?

Politicians always tout the Private sector as the engine of growth – do they know how that sector operates?

By performance reviews & competence

Shocked for JM”.

One X user added, “I agree… mainly because the likes of Gifty Oware and Adu Boahen have not been jailed…however, it doesn’t mean I will vote for Bawumia…forget”.

“I disagree with this figure of 58%; this seems cooked. The IEA now isn’t the credible IEA we used to hold in high esteem in years past because the institution has recently appointed politically partisan personnel like Prof Gyampo.

What better has Mahama done to get 58% approval ?” a netizen added.

A netizen added, “Mussa’s poll is being conducted in June when the power situation has improved significantly, so I won’t be surprised if it shows that approval ratings for the president haven’t changed since March (the last poll)”.

Meanwhile, data scientist Alfred Appiah, reacting to the JOY FM news card, asserted that the IEA poll underscores just how important it is to keep the lights on.

He detailed that the poll was conducted in May, when power outages were still a major public concern.

In his post, he wrote, “This IEA poll underscores just how important it is to keep the lights on. Conducted in May, when power outages were still a major public concern, the findings suggest that electricity supply was a significant factor among respondents who disapproved of the President’s performance.

It is a reminder that the power sector has a direct impact on public confidence and everyday life. Can’t play with that!”.

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‘Blatant falsehood, no Majority MP allocated slots for the World Cup’ – Edem Agbana

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‘Blatant falsehood, no Majority MP allocated slots for the World Cup’ – Edem Agbana

Eric Edem Agbana, the Member of Parliament for Ketu North, has strongly rejected claims by the Minority in parliament that the government has allocated special slots to NDC MPs for the World Cup.

According to Edem Agbana, the allegations are blatant falsehoods, boldly stating that no Majority MP has been allocated slots for the World Cup.

 He further challenged the NPP minority, making the allegation to provide evidence.

Speaking on Citi FM’s Eyewitness News on June 10, 2026, Edem Agbana stated, “The Honourable Habib is in leadership, and with the greatest of respect to him, I must say that the statement he made on the floor yesterday about the Sports Ministry or government allocating slots to Members of Parliament from the NDC is not true. It’s a blatant falsehood”.

“The government earlier announced that no public funds will be spent to airlift supporters to the World Cup. However, the government engaged in a fundraising exercise and private individuals and organisations donated towards that exercise,” he said.

“What it means is that any Ghanaian that you may see at the World Cup may be part of people being sponsored privately and not from public funds,” he added.

Edem Agbana argued, “They come from a background where they spent public funds on airlifting supporters and party apparatus to World Cups. So even when it is not happening, they are assuming that it is happening”.

“I can tell you emphatically that no Member of Parliament from the Majority has been allocated slots to take people to the World Cup. It is a blatant falsehood,” he stressed.

“And I pray that when you call him, you put him to strict proof because he who alleges must prove,” he added.

His comments come on the back of the Deputy Minority Chief Whip, Habib Iddrisu, speaking on behalf of the Minority Caucus in Parliament, accusing the government of secretly sponsoring NDC supporters to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

According to Habib Iddrisu, the actions taken by government officials and members of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) contradict President Mahama’s publicly stated position.

He alleged that Members of Parliament on the ticket of the NDC have been given two slots each, adding that District Chief Executives (DCEs) across the country have also been given three slots per constituency.

Habib Iddrisu further argued that the arrangement undermines the government’s stated position as opportunities to travel for the tournament are being distributed along partisan lines.

Speaking at a press conference addressed by the Deputy Minority Chief Whip, Habib Iddrisu, on Tuesday, June 9, stated, “Why is it the case that the president is saying something, but the Ministry of Youth and Sports is doing something else? Why is it the case that they said they are not sponsoring supporters to go to the World Cup, but they are giving NDC MPs two slots each, and they are giving their constituencies three slots through the DCEs?

“It is denting the image of Ghana. If you go to the American embassy today, over a thousand people have applied, but they have issued fewer than a hundred visas to some of them because the right thing has not been done, they are not properly screened, and when they do things like that, it dents the image of Ghana.”

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama had earlier asserted that the 2026 World Cup, which is being hosted by three countries, presents significant logistical and financial challenges.

He disclosed that the cost approximates for each person to be fed, accommodated, transported, and all that to watch the games, tickets, and all that is estimated at almost $11,000.

According to John Mahama, the government cannot be in a position to fully sponsor large numbers of supporters travelling from Ghana due to the estimated cost per supporter being about $11,000.

He revealed that the government plans to buy match tickets for Ghanaians abroad to support Black Stars.

Speaking at a diaspora town hall meeting on Sunday, May 31, President Mahama stated, “We are restricted because of the nature of this particular World Cup – it is being held in three countries. We are playing our first match in Canada, then we will be moving to Boston, and from there to Philadelphia. The cost of transporting, feeding, and accommodating each supporter is beyond our means.

“We say we are being fiscally disciplined. We cannot spend our money in that manner. The cost for each person to be fed, accommodated, transported, and all that, including tickets to watch the games, is estimated at almost $11,000,” he stated.

President added that, as a result, his government will focus its support on organised supporters’ groups and Ghanaian communities already based in host cities.

Continue weeding; you left those projects in the bush – NPP minority told

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Continue weeding; you left those projects in the bush – NPP minority told

Dr Mark Kurt Nawaane, the Member of Parliament for Nabdam and Chairperson of Parliament’s Health Committee, has urged the NPP minority to continue weeding the sites of abandoned projects.

According to the NDC MP, the Minority should continue drawing attention to facilities left incomplete by their administration.

He cited that the NDC in opposition also employed the same tactics as the NPP minority is using now.

Dr Mark Kurt Nawaane, however, argued that the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration left several health projects unattended, which led to the deterioration.

 Speaking on Asempa FM on June 10, 2026, Dr Nawaane stated, “What the Minority is doing now, we did the same when we were in the Minority”.

“They should continue weeding. They left those projects there for eight years before we came to power,” he stated.

He highlighted that some of the facilities have already deteriorated: “When we went there, all the equipment had been damaged and was no longer fit for purpose. They attempted to commission the facilities, but they couldn’t”.

Dr Nawaane further added, “The projects in Sewua and Afari were projects Mahama started during his first term”.

“When we came, the economy was in intensive care, and we have started fixing it,” he said.

“We are not going to borrow from external sources for projects. Last year, we used our internal resources. We don’t want to go down the borrowing path anymore because we need to stabilise the economy,” he explained.

“We are committed to completing all the uncompleted projects they left behind,” he added.

The NDC MPs’ comments follow a recent inspection by Minority members of Parliament’s Health Committee, led by Ranking Member Dr Nana Ayew Afriyie, as they visited several health facilities in the Ashanti Region.

The tour comes amid concerns of strain on the health infrastructure at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

The brouhaha follows the doctors and nurses at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), who have suspended their industrial action over the suspension of Chief Executive Officer Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 9, the Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) announced the suspension following engagements with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Hospital Board, management and other stakeholders.

Part of the statement issued read, “The Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) wishes to inform the general public that the industrial action embarked upon by its members has been suspended with effect from today, 9th June, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

This decision has been made following fruitful engagements and the timely intervention of His Royal Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Hospital Board, Management and other key stakeholders who have demonstrated commitment towards addressing the concerns that led to the industrial action.

While KADA remains committed to ensuring that the issues that occasioned the strike are fully resolved, we have carefully considered the potential impact of the prolonged action on patient care and public health. The safety and well-being of patients and the broader public interest remain central to our responsibilities, and these have informed our decision to suspend the action and continue the dialogue.

KADA expresses its profound gratitude to Otumfuo Osei Tutu I1, the Board, Management, and all stakeholders for their efforts in facilitating dialogue and fostering a path toward an amicable resolution of the outstanding issues.

We are particularly grateful to the National Executive Council (NEC) and membership of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) for their unwavering support and intervention in this important matter”.

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Video – South African women celebrate after taking over a salon owned by a Ghanaian

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Video – South African women celebrate after taking over a salon owned by a Ghanaian

A video has surfaced of South African women celebrating after reportedly taking over a salon owned by a Ghanaian.

The video shared on social media showed a group of South African women taking over a salon and rejoicing as they broke into the salon.

The South African women were heard in the viral video singing and hugging each other after entering the salon.

Some netizens reacting to the video stated, “The government is supporting it, and lots of foreigners had their property taken too”.

“The South African government must be held responsible for this stupidity and made to compensate all who lost their livelihood due to this nonsense”, one X user added.

A netizen added, “So now that becomes a trophy worth jubilations. So what has the person to take over done to warrant receiving it? Watch them burn each other sharing things they didn’t build”.

“Can someone explain why these business owners chose not to dispose of or dismantle their assets before leaving, especially if they knew they would not be returning?”, a netizen added.

In other news, Sabato, a Ghanaian content creator and online activist, has allegedly been attacked by vigilante groups in South Africa.

Reports claimed that the Ghanaian activist was attacked over suspicions of involvement in illegal activities.

In a viral video spotted on X, Sabato was captured among a group of foreign nationals allegedly rounded up during an anti-immigration operation.

The video showed individuals seated on the ground surrounded by their captors, and they were accused of being undocumented immigrants engaged in criminal activities.

In a post shared by We Love Ghana about the incident, read, “ A Ghanaian popularly known as “Sabato,” a staunch supporter of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), was attacked in South Africa after returning from the UK last month with valid travel documents.

According to him, South African police and some xenophobic South Africans assaulted him after claiming he was a Nigerian involved in drug dealing. He further stated that his properties were destroyed and cash and other valuables were stolen”.

In another video, Sabato recounted the violent raid on his home, saying, “They were throwing blows, hitting me with guns, and more. What is happening in South Africa is all over the entire country. I am very sure that the government is behind it because the police are not protecting anyone.

“So if you are a Ghanaian in South Africa, do not think that you are safe wherever you are. I was home when I saw a crowd headed to my home. They broke down the gate to my home,” he said.

In related news, Cyril Ramaphosa, the South African President, has pleaded with President John Dramani Mahama to help rally other African heads of state in support of South Africa over the ongoing xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals.

According to the SA president, the ongoing attacks on foreign nationals are an African problem, not only a South African one, and require African solutions.

Speaking to the press, the SA president expressed appreciation for Mahama’s willingness to champion South Africa’s cause among fellow African leaders.

He disclosed that the move has influenced South Africa’s decision to dispatch diplomatic envoys across the continent.

Cyril Ramaphosa, the South African President, stated, “This time around, we are saying we want to work together; work with us. And I’m rather pleased that President Mahama of Ghana has been saying he would like to make a call on other African countries to work with South Africa, and that is precisely what has triggered our intention to send envoys, so that they go and explain the initiative that we have taken.

“In the end, this is an African problem; it is not only a South African problem, but we are all involved in this. Various countries on the continent experience precisely what we are going through”.

He further recognised the severe social pressures, including unemployment, insecurity, and poor service delivery, that have powered anti-immigrant tensions but contended that the solution must be collective, as it is an African problem.

This is an African problem that requires African solutions,” he stated.

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Ghanaian activist Sabato allegedly attacked South Africa

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Ghanaian activist Sabato allegedly attacked South Africa

Sabato, a Ghanaian content creator and online activist, has allegedly been attacked by vigilante groups in South Africa.

Reports claimed that the Ghanaian activist was attacked over suspicions of involvement in illegal activities.

In a viral video spotted on X, Sabato was captured among a group of foreign nationals allegedly rounded up during an anti-immigration operation.

The video showed individuals seated on the ground surrounded by their captors, and they were accused of being undocumented immigrants engaged in criminal activities.

In a post shared by We Love Ghana about the incident, read, “ A Ghanaian popularly known as “Sabato,” a staunch supporter of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), was attacked in South Africa after returning from the UK last month with valid travel documents.

According to him, South African police and some xenophobic South Africans assaulted him after claiming he was a Nigerian involved in drug dealing. He further stated that his properties were destroyed and cash and other valuables were stolen”.

In another video, Sabato recounted the violent raid on his home saying, “They were throwing blows, hitting me with guns, and more. What is happening in South Africa is all over the entire country. I am very sure that the government is behind it because the police are not protecting anyone.

“So if you are a Ghanaian in South Africa, do not think that you are safe wherever you are. I was home when I saw a crowd headed to my home. They broke down the gate to my home,” he said.

In related news, Cyril Ramaphosa, the South African President, has pleaded with President John Dramani Mahama to help rally other African heads of state in support of South Africa over the ongoing xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals.

According to the SA president, the ongoing attacks on foreign nationals are an African problem, not only a South African one, and require African solutions.

Speaking to the press, the SA president expressed appreciation for Mahama’s willingness to champion South Africa’s cause among fellow African leaders.

He disclosed that the move has influenced South Africa’s decision to dispatch diplomatic envoys across the continent.

Cyril Ramaphosa, the South African President, stated, “This time around, we are saying we want to work together; work with us. And I’m rather pleased that President Mahama of Ghana has been saying he would like to make a call on other African countries to work with South Africa, and that is precisely what has triggered our intention to send envoys, so that they go and explain the initiative that we have taken.

“In the end, this is an African problem; it is not only a South African problem, but we are all involved in this. Various countries on the continent experience precisely what we are going through”.

He further recognised the severe social pressures, including unemployment, insecurity, and poor service delivery, that have powered anti-immigrant tensions but contended that the solution must be collective, as it is an African problem.

This is an African problem that requires African solutions,” he stated.

Meanwhile, President John Mahama has said Ghana’s diplomatic relations with South Africa remain strong despite the recent xenophobic attacks leading to Ghanaians being evacuated.

According to John Mahama, there has been no breach in our relations with South Africa.

Speaking at Chatham House in London, during his five-day official visit to the United Kingdom, President Mahama stated, “We do not have any breach in our diplomatic relations. What happened was that it’s not the first time there have been these xenophobic attacks in South Africa”.

“They say we shouldn’t call it xenophobia. I don’t know what else or what name you can give it. But there have been these surges in anti-foreign attacks.”

“Lately, Ghanaians have gotten involved. This is the first time we’ve really had Ghanaians getting a part of the direction of attacks,” he said.

He added, “And if you were not South African, you were asked to leave the hospital. Even if you were ill, it created a very toxic atmosphere. At this point, we had nearly 200 of our citizens in our embassy”.

“It didn’t look like the South African authorities were doing anything to try to quell what was happening and also to provide protection to those who had been displaced,” he said.

“And so we did the first evacuation flight. We’re going to do two more to take those who want to leave. It is voluntary. We asked, “Do you want to stay or leave?” And many of them say they feel threatened. And so they want to leave.”

President Mahama further added, “I think it’s unfortunate what is happening in South Africa. We need to drill down to what causes these flare-ups in terms of xenophobia. And so all of us must empathise with South Africa or must sympathise with South Africa”.

“And we must help South Africa to be able to drill down and find out what it can do to reduce unemployment rates amongst the black populations. After the last fellow African leaves, is it going to change unemployment among blacks in South Africa?” he asked.

“After the last shop has been closed and everybody has left, will it change unemployment in South Africa? And everybody brings some advantage. They either bring their knowledge or they bring investments,” he said.

“And I think we should get over this fear of foreigners coming into our countries.”

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“Previously passed anti-LGBTQ Bill far better” – Pentecostal and Charismatic Council rejects ‘watered down’ bill

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“Previously passed anti-LGBTQ Bill far better” – Pentecostal and Charismatic Council rejects ‘watered down’ bill

The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) has rejected the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ Bill.

According to the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, the previously passed anti-LGBTQ Bill is far better suited to address the moral and cultural imperatives at stake.

They argued that the anti-bill recently passed by the House is not what the majority of Christians and Ghanaians expected.

The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, however, commended parliament for the speed and prioritisation demonstrated in passing the recent Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, but noted that the passed bill falls short of the expectations of the Christian community.

In a statement, the GPCC stated, “ The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council commends Parliament for the speed and prioritisation demonstrated in passing the recent Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, it is our humble but firm position that the legislation, in its present state, falls short of the expectations of the Christian community and the overwhelming majority of Ghanaians, and may not be sufficiently robust to protect time-tested family values, our cultural heritage, and the moral fabric of our society.

“The Council respectfully draws attention to the earlier bill passed by the previous Parliament, which was more comprehensive and far better suited to address the moral and cultural imperatives at stake,” a statement by the GPCC is quoted.

“Whatever scrutiny this process may attract domestically or internationally, we stand firmly committed to upholding the values, sovereignty, and moral well-being of our beloved nation,” the Council added.

In related news, Sam George, a co-sponsor of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, has said they will keep pushing until President John Mahama assents to the bill into law.

Speaking at the 4th Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family, Values and Sovereignty, Sam George assured participants of his commitment to ensuring that the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill is transmitted to President Mahama for assent.

Sam George stated, “In 2024, we passed the Family Values Bill. It wasn’t assented to. We brought it back again. We passed it last Friday, and we’ll keep pushing until the President assents to it”.

He further urged African countries to take a more active role in developing laws that reflect their values and societal priorities rather than relying on frameworks shaped by foreign technology companies.

Meanwhile, Rev Ntim Fordjour, a Lead Sponsor of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill in Parliament, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ Bill, has cast doubt on the new bill passed.

The Lead Sponsor of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill argued that the newly passed anti-gay bill seeks to promote LGBTQ+ instead of stopping it.

Rev. Ntim Fordjour stated, “Clearly, if this government did not want to pass the bill, they should have stayed away from it. What we have is not any biting law; it is just for politics and optics”.

“If they have exempted those who are legally involved and others connected to it, then who are they targeting? So long as Section 9 is concerned, which could deal with homosexuality promotion, the bill becomes counterproductive,” he argued.

Also, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority caucus in parliament has fiercely resisted the changes following the passage of they described as a ‘watered-down’ Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill in Parliament, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ Bill.

According to the NPP minority, the anti-LGBTQ Bill has been weakened through extensive amendments before its passage by Parliament last week.

The minority cited that the passed bill had 22 original provisions that had to be deleted, redrafted, and 31 insertions made before President Mahama would sign it.

Speaking at a media briefing in Parliament, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, the member of Parliament for Assin South, questioned why the NDC, which previously urged former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to assent to the bill, has now significantly altered it under President Mahama.

Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, addressing the press conference on Monday, June 1, stated, “22 original provisions of the bill had to be deleted, redrafted and 31 insertions made before President Mahama would have it, desire it, and sign it. Was that the promise? Was the promise to come and dilute the bill before he signs?

“President Mahama promised that he would sign the 2024 Bill. He didn’t promise to sign an amended, deleted, mutilated, and surgically bastardised Bill. He didn’t promise he would sign another version of that, and that is the reason why, even when he promised he was bringing his own version of the bill, til date he has not brought it.

Because he is perhaps waiting for the 2024 bill. So what is so difficult in parliament giving that old one to him?

“You all remember, the promise was clear: ‘Vote for me, and I will come and sign it, vote NPP out because they won’t sign it. NDC will come and sign it’. They did not say NDC will come and amend it. That is a scam, and that is a breach of trust. That is hypocrisy, and that is deception,” he said.

Day-old baby allegedly stolen at Salaga

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Day-old baby allegedly stolen at Salaga

A day-old baby has allegedly been stolen from Salaga Government Hospital.

According to reports, the day-old baby was allegedly stolen after a midwife reportedly left the baby on a table to breastfeed her own child.

Reports suggest two midwives have been arrested in connection with the incident.  

The news card shared by TV3 read, “Day-old baby allegedly stolen at Salaga Government Hospital after midwife reportedly leaves baby on table to breastfeed her own child”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the news stated, “If this is going to be happening, most people are likely to give birth in their own home, and that’s serious because they can’t afford to hurt and trauma believing in the hospital negligence”.

One X user added, “Societal pressure, can we make adoption easy because there are some who obviously need a child to hold, whilst there are others who will willingly give one away?

That’s if this is that type of crime

Travel out of town, come back with a baby(not stolen, adopted)

To cure shame”.

A netizen added, “You leave someone’s baby unattended on a table? If you had to take care of yours too, that’s fine, but you could have gone to give the baby back to its mother or another midwife ffs.  Could it be part of the plot?”.

It will be recalled that Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Health Minister, has ordered all health facilities to strictly remove the name tags of mother and baby only at the security gate.

Speaking during a working visit to the Mamprobi Polyclinic, he stressed that name tags should only be removed at the security exit, not at the ward level.

The Health Minister further stressed that health facilities are to strictly enforce identification protocols for patients and staff.

Kwabena Mintah Akandoh stated, “Apart from the tagging, which is part of the clear protocols for patient and baby identification, name tags should not be taken off at the ward level. Name tags of both the mother and the baby should only be removed at the security gate, which is the exit. This is one of the ways we can avoid incidents of baby swaps,” he explained.

The Minister also urged health facilities to establish closer working relationships with nearby police stations to strengthen security and ensure quick responses to any suspicious activity.

The Health Minister’s directives follow the arrest of a woman for allegedly stealing a newborn baby at the Mamprobi Polyclinic.

Reports suggest the baby was later rescued and reunited with the mother at the Dansoman Police Station today February, 18, 2026.

In a viral video shared by EDHUB, the woman was seen in custody at the Police station, and some irate residents were also seen at the Police station.

In a separate video, a resident at the Dansoman Police Station has revealed that the suspect was tracked down through her own sister.

Sources alleged that the suspect called her sister, claiming she had given birth and invited her over.

However, the sister, aware of reports about a missing baby, recognised the infant as the one allegedly stolen from the Mamprobi Polyclinic and alerted authorities, leading to the suspect’s arrest.

The arrest follows news of irate residents storming the Mamprobi Polyclinic over an alleged baby theft.

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Mahama petitioned to sack Ashanti Regional Minister over alleged sexually offensive remarks

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Mahama petitioned to sack Ashanti Regional Minister over alleged sexually offensive remarks

President John Dramani Mahama have been petitioned to sack the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, over alleged sexually offensive remarks directed at former National Youth Authority Deputy Chief Executive, Akosua Manu, commonly known as Kozie.

John Mahama was petitioned by two Ghanaian citizens, Barbara Twum and Jennifer Owusu.

The petitioners are calling for disciplinary action against the Ashanti Regional Minister, which includes a formal reprimand or dismissal from office.

In a petition dated June 9, 2026 and submitted to the Executive Secretary at Jubilee House, the petitioners call on the President to invoke Section 6 of the Presidential Code of Conduct and Ethics (2025)

“The petition concerns serious breaches of the Presidential Code of Conduct and Ethics (2025) by Dr Frank Amoakohene arising from sexually offensive and misogynistic remarks published on social media,” the document states.

They cited an alleged Facebook post attributed to the minister, which the petition quotes as saying: “Akosua Kumaa, wokon do anaa? You want to have a taste of it?”

According to the petitioners, the statement was “sexually explicit, vulgar, and gender-demeaning,” directed at Ms Manu.

The petitioners stressed that the language amounts to sexual harassment and is incompatible with the dignity expected of a public official, describing it as “a deliberate, crude, and sexually suggestive reference” that cannot be interpreted in any benign context.

“The phrase ‘You want to have a taste of it?’ is a direct sexual solicitation… This constitutes sexual harassment,” the petition states, adding that it creates “an environment of fear, hostility and degradation for women.”

“The sexual degradation and public humiliation of a woman by a Minister of State… is fundamentally incompatible with this constitutional guarantee,” it says.

“Considering the gravity of the Offending Statement, ‘Akosua Kumaa, wokon do anaa? You want to have a taste of it? And the multiple and serious breaches of the Presidential Code of Conduct and Ethics (2025) established herein, we respectfully urge Your Excellency to exercise the authority vested in you under Section 6 of the Code and grant the following reliefs:

a) Formal written reprimand: That a formal reprimand be placed on the official record of Dr Frank Amoakohene;

b) Termination: That Your Excellency considers the outright termination of the appointment of Dr Frank Amoakohene, having regard to the sexual and degrading nature of the Offending Statement,” a portion of the petition read.

In other news, the Special Aide and official spokesperson for the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, Hussein Ibrahim, has clarified why the minister’s wife gave birth in the UK.

According to Hussein Ibrahim, a medical condition forced Dr Frank Amoakohene’s wife to deliver in the UK, adding that it was never the plan for her to give birth there.

He disclosed that a week before the Regional Minister and his wife were due to return, the wife developed a condition known as placenta praevia.

Hussein Ibrahim detailed that doctors advised that if she attempted to fly back to Ghana, it could put her life, the life of the unborn baby, or both at risk.

Special Aide and official spokesperson boldly added that Dr Frank Amoakohene’s wife did not leave Ghana with the initial intention of giving birth abroad.

Speaking in an interview on Oyerepa FM, Hussein Ibrahim explained, “They travelled to the UK and had about a week left before returning to Ghana when the situation arose. My boss informed me that his wife had developed a medical condition called placenta praevia and was experiencing bleeding.

“It was never their intention to travel there to give birth. The condition forced the situation. The doctors advised that it would be unsafe for her to fly back to Ghana, so they recommended that she be admitted and managed there,” he said.

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Watch how NDC MP got stunned after being asked to name 1 hospital started and completed by the NDC in the Ashanti Region

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Watch how NDC MP got stunned after being asked to name 1 hospital started and completed by the NDC in the Ashanti Region

The member of Parliament for Afigya Kwabre North in the Ashanti Region, Collins Adomako Mensah, has stunned NDC Member of Parliament for Twifo Atti Morkwa in the Central Region, David Theophilus Dominic Vondee.

In a viral video, Collins Adomako Mensah boldly claimed that the NDC has never built, completed and operationalised a single hospital in the Ashanti Region.

The Member of Parliament for Twifo Atti Morkwa in the Central Region, when quizzed to name one hospital started and completed by the NDC in the Ashanti Region, got stunned and responded with an exclamation, “Herh!”

Speaking on Adom TV’s Badwam programme on June 9, 2026, Adomako Mensah challenged the NDC MP, saying, “I challenge you to mention one hospital in the Ashanti region that was started and completed by the NDC. Name one? Bekwai was started 40 years ago, and Akufo-Addo completed it.

Fomena NDC, John Mahama started it in 2014, but they were not able to complete it. Kumawu, we came to complete it. Kononogo Kufuor started it; we came to complete it. Give me one hospital that you have stated in the Ashanti region and completed”.

He further added, “You have come, we have commissioned three Agenda 111, come and operationalised it, it has been one and a half years, all you know is I have allocated funds to the Agric Ministry. Which has led to a fight.

Everyone wants to become president in Ghana, and you are disgracing the president. Today, the Chief of Staff, any letter from the presidency that comes out is from the secretary to the president, because the Chief of Staff himself wants to be President, competing with his appointees”.

The heated debate follows the doctors and nurses at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) have suspended their industrial action over the suspension of Chief Executive Officer Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 9, the Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) announced the suspension following engagements with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Hospital Board, management and other stakeholders.

Part of the statement issued read, “The Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) wishes to inform the general public that the industrial action embarked upon by its members has been suspended with effect from today, 9th June, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

This decision has been made following fruitful engagements and the timely intervention of His Royal Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Hospital Board, Management and other key stakeholders who have demonstrated commitment towards addressing the concerns that led to the industrial action.

While KADA remains committed to ensuring that the issues that occasioned the strike are fully resolved, we have carefully considered the potential impact of the prolonged action on patient care and public health. The safety and well-being of patients and the broader public interest remain central to our responsibilities, and these have informed our decision to suspend the action and continue the dialogue.

KADA expresses its profound gratitude to Otumfuo Osei Tutu I1, the Board, Management, and all stakeholders for their efforts in facilitating dialogue and fostering a path toward an amicable resolution of the outstanding issues.

We are particularly grateful to the National Executive Council (NEC) and membership of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) for their unwavering support and intervention in this important matter”.

The statement follows, the Ministry of Health (MoH) in a statement who has said the decision to suspend the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) Chief Executive Officer, Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo, was taken in the interest of accountability.

According to the Health Ministry, the ongoing industrial action by doctors and nurses at KATH is unfortunate.

The Health Ministry disclosed that the suspension was a carefully considered administrative decision taken in the interest of accountability, patient safety, and adherence to established procedures within the health sector.

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“Itinerant propagandist hopping from one lame propaganda to the other” – Kwakye Ofosu fires Miracles Aboagye

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“Itinerant propagandist hopping from one lame propaganda to the other” – Kwakye Ofosu fires Miracles Aboagye

Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, has fired NPP communicator Dennis Miracles Aboagye following his recent post about President Mahama’s appointees.

Miracles Aboagye, in a Facebook post, accused Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the minister of Government Communications, of lying to Ghanaians after claiming that only Mahama appointed 30 appointees at the presidency.

He stressed that the only 30 appointees turn out to have 808 of them, adding that their cost is three times the cost of the Akufo-Addo government.

In a Facebook post, Miracles Aboagye wrote, “The current government that the Minister for Government Communications told us has only 30 appointees turns out to have 808 of them. Their cost is three times the cost of all previous governments. What a waste!!!”

However, Kwakye Ofosu, in a sharp rebuttal, described Miracles Aboagye as an Itinerant propagandist hopping from one lame propaganda to the other.

He detailed that there are 233 political appointees at the presidency and 575 civil servants not appointed by President Mahama.

Kwakye Ofosu, in his post, wrote, “You are just an itinerant propagandist hopping from one lame propaganda to the other.

There are 233 POLITICAL APPOINTEES at the Presidency and 575 CIVIL SERVANTS (NOT APPOINTED BY PRESIDENT MAHAMA) who have been seconded to the Presidency. In 2022, you were one of 361 POLITICAL APPOINTEES and 687 CIVIL SERVANTS.

 In 2024, you were part of 332 POLITICAL APPOINTEES at the Presidency. PRESIDENT MAHAMA has REDUCED the numbers which your government took to incredible and unprecedented heights.

The Political appointees at the Presidency have the same salaries and conditions as you had, which was presented to Parliament by President Akufo-Addo and approved on 6th JANUARY, 2025”.

The brouhaha follows the Office of the President officially releasing its annual Presidential Staffing list for 2025, submitted to Parliament, revealing that 808 staff were working at the Presidency as of 31 December 2025.

According to reports, the annual Presidential Staffing list was prepared under Section 11 of the Presidential Office Act, 1993 (Act 463).

The list outlines the composition of the workforce and gives a detailed breakdown of personnel attached to the Presidency in 2025, from 1 January to 31 December.

The list showed that President Mahama made 233 political appointees and 585 public sector employees, including civil servants and officers seconded from other state institutions.

It also revealed that 4 Ministers of State were serving at the Presidency as of the end of December 2025, with 39 officials designated as Presidential Staffers, while another 190 individuals are listed under the category of other political appointees working within the Office of the President.

The breakdown of the staffing positioning at the Office of the President as of December 31st, 2025, is as follows, as compiled by citinews:

“1. Political Appointees (Total: 233)

The political administration of the presidency comprises three primary brackets, totalling 233 officials:

Ministers of State at the Presidency: 4

Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu (Government Communications)

Hon. Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum (Special Initiatives)

Hon. Seidu Issifu (Climate Change and Sustainability)

Hon. Lydia Lamisa Akanvariba (Public Sector Reform)

Political Staffers: 39 (Including top-tier leadership such as Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, Executive Secretary Dr. Calistus Mahama, and various presidential advisors and aides).

Other Political Appointees: 190 (Comprising technical coordinators, legal advisors across various ministries, regional political coordinators, executive assistants, and political drivers).

Civil Service Staff (Total: 390)

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