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Respect our position on LGBTQ issues – Mahama tells Ghana’s international partners

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Respect our position on LGBTQ issues – Mahama tells Ghana’s international partners

President John Mahama has called on international partners to respect Ghana’s position on LGBTQ issues.

Mahama stressed that public policy is shaped by the country’s legal traditions, cultural values, and societal consensus.

According to John Mahama, Ghana’s democratic processes are actively at work to ensure that any outcome of the anti-LGBTQ bill reflects the views of the people.

President Mahama made these known when he received the ‘International Statesperson Award’ from the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia.

He stated, “The issue of LGBTQ rights is emotive, and they are not completely settled in terms of their nuances and arguments, not only in Ghana but all over the world.

Even in the United States, you still have discourse on LGBTQ rights. There are still 26 states in America that have legislation that restricts LGBTQ rights.

For a country like Ghana, our democracy is playing in respect to what those rights are. The bill in parliament is not a government bill, it is a private members’ bill and so parliament hold that bill for now.

What the eventual nature of the bill would be, nobody can second-guess Parliament, and I, as President, cannot anticipate Parliament in respect of that bill. But I believe that our democracy will work out. Memoranda are being accepted from people from all walks of life.

“Civil Society Organisations are presenting their papers to Parliament, and I believe that the representatives of the people will make the will of Ghanaians reflect in whatever eventually comes out,” he said.

I swore an oath to uphold the Constitution, and so the representatives of the people will discuss the bill once they pass it, and then it comes to the presidency.  

I believe that our international partners should understand that public policy is grounded in our legal traditions, in our cultural context, and in our social consensus, and all those issues are playing out as we speak.”

Some Ghanaians reacting to the president’s remarks stated, “He said he will sign it. He criticised Akufo-Addo for not signing. Today his government with a super majority in parliament has ignored the bill. The God that will punish this man is watching him!”.

“Ghana must also respect the position of the US, Israel and Argentina on the UN resolution on transatlantic slave trade because their decision is based on strategic and in-depth thinking”, a netizen added.

“Mr President, don’t carve in to their demands. We don’t want it in our country. Ghana has so many issues to deal with. Child malnutrition, Poor Sanitation, Poverty across rural areas, people not able to afford a 3 square meal a day. That’s what we worry about”, one X user added.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has made a definitive statement on the pending anti-LGBTQ bill legislation, declaring that he will assent to the bill if it is passed by Parliament.

According to John Mahama, a person’s gender is determined at birth, adding that the family is the foundation of our nation.

He added that there is no question what Ghanaians believe in.

Speaking to leaders of the Christian Council of Ghana in Accra on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, President Mahama stated, “We agree with the Speaker to relay the bill and let Parliament debate it, and then if there are any amendments or whatever that have to be done. If the Parliament of the people of Ghana endorses the bill, votes on it, and passes it, and it comes to me as President, I will sign it”.

“A person’s gender is determined at birth, and the family is the foundation of our nation. That is our position. So, there are no questions or equivocations about what we believe,” President Mahama noted.

He added, “We agree with the Speaker to relay the bill and let Parliament debate it, and then if there are any amendments or whatever that have to be done”.

Also, the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ bill, has been laid before Parliament for consideration for a second time.

On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, following its First Reading, Speaker Bagbin referred the bill to the Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee for further scrutiny and reporting.

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“African leaders not being truthful about slave trade narrative” – Obiri Boahen

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“African leaders not being truthful about slave trade narrative” – Obiri Boahen

Private legal practitioner, Nana Obiri Boahen, has criticised former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and President John Dramani Mahama, accusing them of failing to present what he described as the full historical account of the transatlantic slave trade.

Nana Obiri Boahen highlighted that the narratives by African leaders often focus heavily on the atrocities from the transatlantic slave trade while overlooking earlier forms of slavery.

Speaking on Okay FM on Thursday, March 26, 2026, “Both Nana Addo and President Mahama are not giving Ghanaians the true historical background of the slave trade. African leaders and intellectuals are not being truthful about the true historical background on the matter. Before the transatlantic slave trade started, the Arabs were already buying slaves from Africa to their countries”.

“Why are they not talking about those ones? Theirs was even serious because what they did was that when they buy the slaves and take them to their countries, they kill all the slaves when just one individual commits wrongdoing. That was serious violation of human rights. The African leaders are afraid to speak about the Arabs and what they did,” he added.

He added, “… When the colonisers came to Africa (Shama and Elmina), they encountered the blacks, they realised how strong they were and how resourceful they could be, and so they decided to bring them to America to be able to operate their businesses, and that was the beginning of the slave trade,” he said.

“The first 80’s slaves that were taken from Europe to America were not brought directly from Africa to America, but were brought from Europe to America,” he explained.

“They then realised that they could bring lots of the slaves from Africa to America and so, in exchange, they brought items like mirrors, ammunitions, drinks to be given to the chiefs and slave leaders to buy the slaves. That is why it was called the transatlantic slave trade,” he explained.

 Obiri Boahen noted, “I’m against the inhumane treatment that was given to the slaves. Before the transatlantic slave trade, even amongst ourselves as Africans, we were treating our own people inhumanely”.

“… At a time the slave trade became unprofitable. Also, they discovered gold, ivory, grains and decided to put a stop to dealing in human beings. Gradually by 1808, the slave trade was abolished,” he said.

“If America abstained from voting on the resolution, they were right as well as Israel, Venezuela and the others because they know the history very well,” he added.

Meanwhile, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has punched holes in Ghana’s demand for reparatory justice following the UN General Assembly’s adoption of a resolution recognising the trafficking of enslaved Africans as the “gravest crime against humanity.

According to Afenyo-Markin, historical accounts of the transatlantic slave trade fail to reflect the role played by local actors.

Afenyo-Markin highlighted that local actors chase their strongest among their own people, then, after 100 years, Africans are demanding that they should be compensated.

The minority leader quizzed who should compensate whom following the role played by the indigenous people who subjected their people to inhumane treatment.

Speaking on the Floor of Parliament on Friday, March 27, 2026, “When somebody berths a vessel at Cape Coast, and you decide to go to the North, Bono area, get to the Ashanti area, to the Assin area, and you are chasing your strongest among your own people, then after 100 years, you say I should be compensated. Who should compensate whom? We maltreated our own and told the white man that he should also maltreat our own. The story must be told and must be put in its proper context.

“It is also a fact that the inhumane treatment, the unfortunate humiliation, the marginalisation, injustice and abuse of our ancestors who became victims of this slave trade must be condemned,” he said.

“Nobody can sit on the presidential throne without me” –  Rev Owusu-Bempah claims

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“Nobody can sit on the presidential throne without me” –  Rev Owusu-Bempah claims

Rev Owusu-Bempah, the Founder and Leader of the Glorious Word Power Ministries International, has said that no one can assume the presidential throne without his intervention.

The man of God claimed God had given him the mandate to decide what happens in Ghana, adding that anyone aspiring to occupy the presidential seat must consult him.

According to Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah, no power in this country is above him except my spiritual fathers.

The man of God further declared that after President Mahama’s tenure, he will decide on who will lead the country.

Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah further claimed that anyone aspiring to occupy the presidential seat must consult him.

Speaking to his congregation in a viral video, Rev Owusu-Bempah stated, “There is no power in this country above me except my spiritual fathers. I can see in the spiritual realm who will become president”.

“If anyone has ambitions of becoming president, that person must come to me. Nobody can sit on the presidential throne without my involvement,” he said.

“God has given me the mandate to decide what happens in this country, so after President Mahama’s tenure, I will decide on who will lead the country,” Rev Owusu-Bempah declared.

In related news, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah has clarified his 2017 prophecy, which he claimed John Mahama could never become president again.

It will be recalled that the man of God had prophesied that any attempt for John Mahama to return to the presidency would be unsuccessful.

Speaking in an interview on GHOne TV on December 6, 2017, Rev Owusu-Bempah stated, “No human being can change what God has said. I respect former President Mahama, but God says he can never be president of the country again.

 He has been helpful to Ghana and has done what he can, so I wish him well in all his endeavours. But to become the president of Ghana, it will never happen”.

He added, “I will urge the NDC to stop considering the president for 2020 because he won’t win and can never win an election again. Those campaigning for him to be brought back should stop, because if they succeed in getting him to lead the NDC in 2020, the party will lose again and remain in opposition for a long time”.

In a recent remark speaking to his congregation, Rev Owusu Bempah clarified, explaining that his prophecy came with a condition that Mahama could still become president if “a mighty hand” delivered him from the curse.

He stated, “People say Prophet Owusu-Bempah said President Mahama can never be president again but they have forgotten that God revealed to me in 2021 that he could become president again only if a mighty hand helps him.

“He needed the hand of an anointed man of God. If that mighty hand of God fell on him, he could become president again. They have forgotten that mighty men of God prayed for him to fulfil what God said,” Owusu-Bempah explained.

He added, “All men of God met to pray for him. Sam Korankye Ankrah and other powerful pastors were there, and all of them prayed for Mahama. After that, I and another man of God, an archbishop, also prayed for him, and all hindrances were removed,” he said.

Meanwhile, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah has descended heavily on the erstwhile New Patriotic Party (NPP) government led by former President Akufo-Addo.

According to Rev Owusu Bempah, the former Akufo-Addo government deceived him in the past with promises they failed to fulfil.

He highlighted that he did his part of the bargain, but the NPP failed to fulfil their part of the bargain.

Speaking to his congregation on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Rev Owusu-Bempah stated, “Sometime ago, we worked for nothing; we worked in vain. We fasted and prayed for nothing. They reneged on all the promises they made to us. Because of this, we had to make them go home. We needed to put them in a cage; some were pushed into the forest.

“You make a promise to me and fail to keep it. I fulfilled my side of the deal, but you reneged on yours; then the God of David would punish you… When you labour, you must enjoy its fruits,” he said in the Twi dialect.

He added, “Some people deceived me sometime past… This time around, we are not going to suffer for nothing. If you joke, we will push your car into a ditch.”

Rev Owusu Bempah further praised the John Mahama-led government.

According to him, the John Dramani Mahama administration and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have kept their promises to him.

He added that the NDC government are not like the former NPP government under Akufo-Addo, who locked him up after helping them gain power.

“These people (the current government) are wise. They honour promises. They are not like others I know, who even lock you up in addition,” he said.

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“Your next IGP, Ghana’s first female substantive IGP” –  Bola Ray ‘hypes’ COP Lydia Donkor

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“Your next IGP, Ghana’s first female substantive IGP” –  Bola Ray ‘hypes’ COP Lydia Donkor

Bola Ray, a Broadcast journalist, has hyped Commissioner of Police, COP Lydia Donkor, to the position of Inspector General of Police (IGP).

Speaking on Starr FM’s Starr Chat on Thursday, March 26, 2026, Bola Ray interviewed COP Lydia Donkor in an expansive discussion on her professional journey.

During the interview, COP Lydia Donkor gave a spirited rendition of Ghana’s national anthem, with host Bola Ray showering her with praise and going further to predict her rise to the highest office in the police service.

Bola Ray declared, “Ladies and gentlemen, after IGP Yohuno, your next IGP, Ghana’s first female substantive IGP, COP Lydia Donkor. We wish you the best”

“But Lydia, aside from everything, you are diligent, you are a great soul, you love human beings, and you are a professional. Keep up the good work and may God guide and see you through,” he added.

Also, Lydia Yaako Donkor has revealed she has been trained and ready for the Inspector General of Police (IGP) role.

According to Lydia Donkor,  if the appointing authority deems it fit for her to be appointed, she will accept the offer, as anybody is capable of becoming IGP once they are at the rank of commissioner.

COP Donkor added, “Everybody’s capable of being an IGP. Once you’re at the rank of commissioner, anybody can be picked to be IGP… Of course, I mentioned that every commissioner at this level is capable of being appointed.

“So, if the appointing authorities deem it fit for me to be appointed, why not? I’ve been trained to be ready,” she said.

“I used to be a girl’s guide. You know, Girl’s Guide and brownies and all of that, so you’ve been trained to be ready at all times,” she added.

Reports had earlier suggested that COP Lydia Donkor was being tipped to replace IGP Yohonu before he was given an extension.

COP Lydia Donkor was tipped to replace IGP Yohuno, who is near his retirement age in December 2025.

According to the Ghana Chronicles, over the past two weeks, multiple closed-door meetings have focused on the succession of IGP Tetteh Yohonu.

It revealed that an action within the Police Council is strongly advocating for COP Lydia Yakubu Donkor to take over as the next Inspector General of Police.

The information gathered further alleged that there is a rowing division within the Police Council, chaired by Vice-President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, over the search for a new Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to replace the incumbent, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, who is scheduled to retire on December 27, 2025.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police (COP) Lydia Yaako Donkor has an extensive background in policing, legal practice, and human rights advocacy.

She is a product of Wesley Girls Senior High School and pursues a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and Political Science from the University of Ghana, Legon.

COP Lydia Yaako Donkor further pursued a Barrister-at-Law qualification at the Ghana School of Law, solidifying her legal expertise and is the most senior lawyer in the Ghana Police Service, having been called to the bar almost 25 years ago.

COP Donkor blend her law practice and law enforcement, beginning her law practice career as an Associate at Acquah-Sampson & Associates before transitioning into law enforcement, rising through the ranks of the Ghana Police Service.

She served in various roles in the Police Service, including Head of Legal & Prosecutions in multiple regions, Divisional Commander of Tesano, and District Commander of Tesano-Accra.

She is also presently Chairperson of the Safety & Security Committee of the Ghana Football Association and a Safety and Security Officer for the Confederation of African Football.

DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor’s role in the Ghana Police Service is a testament to resilience, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to justice and human rights.

She also made history as the first Ghanaian and the only woman elected to serve on the newly established INTERPOL Africa Committee.

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“God has given me the mandate to decide what happens in Ghana” – Rev Owusu-Bempah

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“God has given me the mandate to decide what happens in Ghana” – Rev Owusu-Bempah

Rev Owusu-Bempah, the Founder and Leader of the Glorious Word Power Ministries International, has said God has given him the mandate to decide what happens in Ghana.

According to Rev Owusu-Bempah, no power in this country is above him except his spiritual fathers.

The man of God further declared that after President Mahama’s tenure, he will decide on who will lead the country.

Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah further claimed that anyone aspiring to occupy the presidential seat must consult him, adding that no one can assume the highest office without his intervention.

Speaking to his congregation in a viral video, Rev Owusu-Bempah stated, “There is no power in this country above me except my spiritual fathers. I can see in the spiritual realm who will become president”.

“If anyone has ambitions of becoming president, that person must come to me. Nobody can sit on the presidential throne without my involvement,” he said.

“God has given me the mandate to decide what happens in this country, so after President Mahama’s tenure, I will decide on who will lead the country,” Rev Owusu-Bempah declared.

In related news, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah, has warned Ghanaians to pray to avert the death of the country’s former president.

The man of God prophesied that some persons who have led Ghana before are going to die in 2026.

He warned that if former leaders do not heed the prophetic warnings, the prophecies will come to pass.

According to Rev Owusu Bempah, Ghanaians must pray for former leaders who have previously ruled Ghana to prevent calamities.

Speaking to his congregation during his 31st Watch Night service about events to expect in 2026, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah prophecied, saying, “Those who have once ruled Ghana, let us remember them when we pray, or else it will not be just one event that will happen.

Those who this prophecy concerns must not rebel against this prophecy, but let them deal with it in prayer or else it will happen, and it will shock Ghanaians, and Ghanaians will say Prophet Owusu Bempah said it”.

He further urged, “Let’s pray about this calamity, someone who has ruled Ghana as a president that person wouldn’t lose his life this year. Let’s take this seriously”.

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“We chased our strongest after 100 years, we want compensation”- Afenyo-Markin punches holes in reparatory justice

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“We chased our strongest after 100 years, we want compensation”- Afenyo-Markin punches holes in reparatory justice

Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has punched holes in Ghana’s demand for reparatory justice following the UN General Assembly’s adoption of a resolution recognising the trafficking of enslaved Africans as the “gravest crime against humanity.

According to Afenyo-Markin, historical accounts of the transatlantic slave trade fail to reflect the role played by local actors.

Afenyo-Markin highlighted that local actors chase their strongest among their own people, then, after 100 years, Africans are demanding that they should be compensated.

The minority leader quizzed who should compensate whom following the role played by the indigenous people who subjected their people to inhumane treatment.

Speaking on the Floor of Parliament on Friday, March 27, 2026, “When somebody berths a vessel at Cape Coast, and you decide to go to the North, Bono area, get to the Ashanti area, to the Assin area, and you are chasing your strongest among your own people, then after 100 years, you say I should be compensated. Who should compensate whom? We maltreated our own and told the white man that he should also maltreat our own. The story must be told and must be put in its proper context.

“It is also a fact that the inhumane treatment, the unfortunate humiliation, the marginalisation, injustice and abuse of our ancestors who became victims of this slave trade must be condemned,” he said.

Also, Award-winning investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has opposed President John Dramani Mahama’s calls for reparations to Africa for the transatlantic slave trade.

According to Manasseh, if reparations are to be paid, countries such as Ghana should also be required to pay them for their role in the slave trade.

He highlighted that it will not be right to pay reparations to those who took part and benefited from the slave trade, even though the benefits and exploitation of the enslaved people were disproportional.

Manasseh detailed that descendants of the slaves in America, the Caribbean and elsewhere rightfully deserve reparations, not African countries whose people captured and sold slaves.

He, however, labelled African countries that captured and sold slaves as ‘accomplices’, not victims.

Parts of Manasseh’s post on shared on Facebook wrote, “The slave trade boomed whenever there were wars among African ethnic groups. Some wars were waged for the purpose of capturing and selling slaves. The powerful kingdoms got money from selling slaves, with which they bought powerful weapons to fight and capture more slaves.

When the British abolished the slave trade, some powerful African kings, including some in Ghana, were unhappy that their source of wealth was being stifled.

I also read that some African countries, such as Benin, have formally apologised for their role in capturing and selling their own people into slavery.

Ghana subtly acknowledged its role when it launched the Joseph Project during the celebration of Ghana’s 50th independence anniversary. (In the Bible, Joseph was sold by his own brothers.)

That brings us to the second part of the push, which is the payment of reparations. If reparations are to be paid, countries such as Ghana should also be required to pay them for their role in the slave trade.

It will not be right to pay reparations to those who took part and benefited from the slave trade, even though the benefits and exploitation of the enslaved people were disproportional.

The descendants of the slaves in America, the Carribean and elsewhere legitimately deserve reparations, but the African countries whose people captured and sold slaves are accomplices, not victims.

In 100 years, it will be untenable for Ghana to demand reparations from China for destroying our forests in the illegal mining scourge. Without tacit support in fronting for the Chinese illegal miners (sometimes providing state security protection), they would not have succeeded in destroying our forests.

We need to tell ourselves the hard truth and learn from how we have hurt ourselves through selfishness and greed”.

Britain shouldn’t be paying for a crime we helped eradicate – UK leader on slavery reparations

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Britain shouldn’t be paying for a crime we helped eradicate – UK leader on slavery reparations

The leader of the UK Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has boldly stated that Britain shouldn’t be paying for a crime they helped eradicate.

Kemi Badenoch expressed displeasure over the decision by the UK’s representative at the United Nations to abstain from the vote,

According to her, the UK’s representative should have taken a clear position by voting against the resolution.

Kemi Badenoch argued that Britain played a key role in ending slavery and should not be made to pay reparations for helping in ending the practice.

Kemi Badenoch in a post on X on March 26, 2026, “Russia, China and Iran vote with others to demand trillions in reparations from UK taxpayers…and the Labour government abstain! Britain led the fight to end slavery.

Why didn’t Starmer’s representative vote against this? Ignorance…or cowardice? We shouldn’t be paying for a crime we helped eradicate and still fight today.”

Her comments follow the United Kingdom, joining almost all the countries in the European continent, abstained from the slavery motion during the debate on the resolution at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

According to the UK government, it could not support the resolution because at the time of the transatlantic slave trade, slavery was not illegal, and it objected to the assertion that slavery was the “greatest crime against humanity”.

The UK further explained that no single set of atrocities should be regarded as more or less significant than another.

The UK statement read:

“The United Kingdom recognises the gravity of the issues addressed in this resolution and welcomes the opportunity to set out its position. We have repeatedly recognised the abhorrent nature of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade, which inflicted untold harm and misery on millions of people over many decades. Its horrors were profound, and its legacy continues to leave deep scars today. The UK also believes that only by acknowledging and discussing collectively the most painful elements of the history that we share with other nations, including the transatlantic slave trade, can we come together in a spirit of solidarity and mutual respect to respond to the challenges that we all face today.

“The UK remains committed to that goal. That is why we engaged constructively throughout the negotiations on this resolution in the hope of reaching a consensual base text. However, despite our efforts, our concerns have not been taken on board. The UK continues to disagree with fundamental propositions of the text, and therefore, regrettably, could not vote in favour of it.

“Firstly, the UK is firmly of the view that we must not create a hierarchy of historical atrocities. Doing so simplifies the complexity and vast scale of suffering endured in different contexts. It risks diminishing the experiences of communities whose trauma and suffering were felt just as strongly. No single set of atrocities should be regarded as more or less significant than another. We should approach all historical injustices with the same seriousness, empathy and respect, to ensure that no one group is made to feel that their suffering is being overshadowed or treated as secondary.

“Furthermore, it’s essential and integral to the rule of law that the formation and evolution of international law is governed by clear and well-defined principles. The principles of intertemporality and non-retroactivity are long-standing tenets of international law. They are essential to ensuring legal stability. According to the intertemporal rule, the applicable law is the law of the relevant time. International courts and tribunals have routinely upheld these principles.

“There was equally no duty to provide reparation for historical acts that were not, at the time those acts were committed, violations of international law. These principles cannot be circumvented by recourse to the concept of continuing harms. The UK

welcomes that states have developed international law such that today’s slavery and the slave trade are rightly prohibited by treaties and under customary international law, and enslavement is now recognised as a constituent element of a crime against humanity. Nonetheless, it’s important to acknowledge with deep regret that the prohibitions on slavery, the slave trade, and what are now considered crimes against humanity had not yet been established in international law at the time of the transatlantic slave trade. None of the recognised sources of international law, as set out in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice, identify a prohibition on slavery and the slave trade until the 20th century.

“The United Kingdom appreciates that Ghana, on behalf of the African Union, consistently stressed that this resolution was not to be read as a legal document. This was restated by the drafters at every informal consultation. In this context, the UK and others offered specific language to move the text from legal to political discourse, while still reflecting the sheer gravity and horror of the acts. Member states also suggested the text should be considered by the (sic) committee. Again, this was met with the response that this was a political declaration. The United Kingdom is keen to underscore this point on the AU’s intention, while we continue to regret the failure to accept language that would have put the matter beyond doubt. I thank you.”

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Court jails 25-year-old 12 years over fatal acid attack on boyfriend

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Court jails 25-year-old 12 years over fatal acid attack on boyfriend

The Koforidua High Court jailed 25-year-old Vera Asare for 12 years over a fatal acid attack on her boyfriend.

A news card by GHOne TV read, “Koforidua High Court jails  25-year-old Vera Asare 12 years over fatal acid attack on boyfriend”.

Earlier, the Koforidua High Court convicted 25-year-old Vera Asare of manslaughter after she admitted to pouring acid on her boyfriend, Daniel Omane.

According to reports, Vera Asare was accused of pouring acid on her boyfriend while he slept on 29th November 2024, causing severe burns that later led to his death on 25th July 2025.

The attack reportedly followed a domestic dispute, and the victim succumbed to complications from the injuries after months of medical treatment.

In court, the accused, Vera Asare, entered a guilty plea under a negotiated plea agreement recommending a 10-year custodial sentence.

However, the court has deferred sentencing to 11th March 2026, pending the outcome of a pregnancy test and other relevant considerations.

In a social media post by GHOne TV, read, “Koforidua High Court has convicted 25-year-old Vera Asare of manslaughter after she admitted to pouring acid on her boyfriend, Daniel Omane, while he slept, causing severe burns that later led to his death

She pleaded guilty under a plea deal recommending a 10-year sentence, but sentencing has been deferred to 11th March 2026, pending a pregnancy test…”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the news wrote, “Only 12 years for murder?”.

“12years jail term for a fatal acid attack??? Will not be surprised if the judge happens to be a woman”, a netizen added.

An X user added, “This was an attempted murder case hence should have been treated as such!”.

An X user added, “My guy dated a lady who breaks things during their relationships. Everyone advised him, but he went ahead to marry her. The lady dey show am pepper even after having 1 child. Don’t ignore red flags”.

One more Ghanaian added, “Where do these people buy the acid and who sells them? Can’t it be regulated or made illegal like weed and others…maybe you will need a prescription before it can be sold to you”.

“Whether it was misguided love or intense jealousy, this is a tragic reminder of why emotional self-control is so critical. We have to learn to manage our anger before it leads to irreversible destruction”, an X user added.

An X user added, “The value of life. And the true consequences of our actions are lost on many of us. Never act when emotions are high. You will regret whatever you do. She has done an incredibly wicked and evil thing. She will now pay for her actions. May the man rest in peace”.

“Pouring acid on your boyfriend, you claim to love, is unthinkable. This wasn’t love, it was a total loss of humanity. We must stress the importance of walking away and controlling our impulses instead of letting anger take control of us”, one more Ghanaian added.

A netizen added, “Don’t ignore red flags. Leave if the person has a bad temper. If they are vengeful. Overly jealous or suspicious. Things won’t get better. Run away.  People who are wicked and evil everyone will eventually do the same to you. Your partner must be your safety, not your death”.

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‘I’ve been trained to be ready’ – COP Lydia Donkor on becoming IGP

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‘I’ve been trained to be ready’ – COP Lydia Donkor on becoming IGP

Lydia Donkor, the Director General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), has revealed she has been trained and ready for the Inspector General of Police (IGP) role.

According to Lydia Donkor,  if the appointing authority deems it fit for her to be appointed, she will accept the offer, as anybody is capable of becoming IGP once they are at the rank of commissioner.

Speaking on Starr FM on March 26, 2026, COP Donkor stated, “Everybody’s capable of being an IGP. Once you’re at the rank of commissioner, anybody can be picked to be IGP… Of course, I mentioned that every commissioner at this level is capable of being appointed.

“So, if the appointing authorities deem it fit for me to be appointed, why not? I’ve been trained to be ready,” she said.

“I used to be a girl’s guide. You know, Girl’s Guide and brownies and all of that, so you’ve been trained to be ready at all times,” she added.

Reports had earlier suggested that COP Lydia Donkor was being tipped to replace IGP Yohonu before he was given an extension.

COP Lydia Donkor was tipped to replace IGP Yohuno, who is near his retirement age in December 2025.

According to the Ghana Chronicles, over the past two weeks, multiple closed-door meetings have focused on the succession of IGP Tetteh Yohonu.

It revealed that an action within the Police Council is strongly advocating for COP Lydia Yakubu Donkor to take over as the next Inspector General of Police.

The information gathered further alleged that there is a rowing division within the Police Council, chaired by Vice-President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, over the search for a new Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to replace the incumbent, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, who is scheduled to retire on December 27, 2025.

The Chronciles is in a post, “While some members of the Council are reportedly lobbying for Yohuno to remain in post and have written to President John Mahama in support of this, a silent majority are said to believe he should step aside to allow for a reset of the Police Service under new leadership, one that brings fresh ideas, motivation, innovation, and modern policing approaches that leverage technology to combat sophisticated crimes, including cybercrime.

Those pushing the President to grant the IGP a post-retirement contract are thought to be placing him in a potentially awkward position, risking his reputation as a leader who keeps his word, particularly after winning public approval for terminating post-retirement contracts across the public sector.

The upper echelons of the Police Service still reflect remnants of the Akufo-Addo-era hierarchy, including senior officers such as Yohuno, who served as Director-General of Police Operations before becoming Deputy IGP under the previous administration”.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police (COP) Lydia Yaako Donkor has an extensive background in policing, legal practice, and human rights advocacy.

She is a product of Wesley Girls Senior High School and pursues a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and Political Science from the University of Ghana, Legon.

COP Lydia Yaako Donkor further pursued a Barrister-at-Law qualification at the Ghana School of Law, solidifying her legal expertise and is the most senior lawyer in the Ghana Police Service, having been called to the bar almost 25 years ago.

COP Donkor blend her law practice and law enforcement, beginning her law practice career as an Associate at Acquah-Sampson & Associates before transitioning into law enforcement, rising through the ranks of the Ghana Police Service.

She served in various roles in the Police Service, including Head of Legal & Prosecutions in multiple regions, Divisional Commander of Tesano, and District Commander of Tesano-Accra.

She is also presently Chairperson of the Safety & Security Committee of the Ghana Football Association and a Safety and Security Officer for the Confederation of African Football.

DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor’s role in the Ghana Police Service is a testament to resilience, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to justice and human rights.

She also made history as the first Ghanaian and the only woman elected to serve on the newly established INTERPOL Africa Committee.

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Nana Akuoko Sarpong, the Paramount Chief of Agogo dead

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Nana Akuoko Sarpong, the Paramount Chief of Agogo dead

Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong, the Paramount Chief of the Asante Akyem Agogo Traditional Area, has died.

Reports suggest the Paramount Chief of Agogo passed away in the late hours of Thursday, March 26, 2026, following health challenges.

The late Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong was a distinguished lawyer, politician and the father of media personality, AJ Sarpong- Akuoko.

A brief profile of him shared by Ghanaweb read, “Born on August 11, 1938, Nana Akuoko Sarpong ascended the Agogo stool on December 23, 1975, following the death of his uncle, Nana Kwaku Duah.

He formally pledged allegiance to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Opoku Ware II, in January 1976.

Popularly called Agogomanhene, he spent more than four decades on the throne and marked 47 years of leadership in 2023.

His reign was associated with stability and steady progress, particularly in agriculture.

Beyond his traditional leadership, he served as Secretary for Health (Minister of Health), Secretary for Internal Affairs (Minister for the Interior) and Secretary for Chieftaincy Affairs (Minister for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs) in the PNDC government.

Nana Akuoko Sarpong also served as a member of the Council of State in the Fourth Republic”.

In related news, the Chief of Assin Tetre-Nkwanta Nana Kweku Opare II has been crushed to death by a motorbike.

Reports suggest the 70-year-old Chief lost his life in an accident at Assin Praso on the Cape Coast-Kumasi Highway.

The tragic incident is said to have occurred on Sunday, February 15, around 20:00 hours.

According to an eyewitness account, he had just returned from a funeral in his hometown and was heading home with some of his sub chiefs.

He attempted to cross the road to the other side when a speeding motorbike with no headlight knocked him down, killing him instantly.

Ebenezer Tettey, 24 years old, has been identified as the motorbike rider and is said to have seriously injured himself and is receiving treatment at the Assin Praso Presbyterian Hospital.

A GNA news report stated, “Eyewitnesses told the Ghana News Agency that the deceased, who resided at Assin Praso, had just returned from a funeral in his hometown and was heading home with some of his sub chiefs when the unfortunate incident happened.

While attempting to cross the road to the other side, a speeding motorbike with no headlight knocked him down, killing him instantly”.

“The impact was severe that it left the Chief with multiple fractures on his arms and legs.

Later, the Police were called to the scene and with the assistance of bystanders, the injured Chief was rushed to the Assin Praso Presbyterian Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.

The motorbike rider, identified as Ebenezer Tettey, 24 years old, was seriously injured and is receiving treatment at the same Hospital”, the report further added.

Court grants request to extradite Abu Trica to the US to face $8m romance scam

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Court grants request to extradite Abu Trica to the US to face $8m romance scam

Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, is set to be extradited to the US to face his $8 million romance scam after the Gbese District Court granted a request to surrender.

Reports suggest that Abu Trica and his legal team have been granted 15 days to challenge the decision.

According to this, the extradition process will not take place until the expiration of the 15 days allowed for a habeas corpus application.

Speaking after the court’s ruling on Friday, March 27, 2026, a legal team member representing Abu Trica, Rosemary, stated, “I’m a lawyer in the case of the Republic v. Frederick Kumi. We filed various preliminary legal objections regarding his extradition, but the court has dismissed them. It’s actually part of the process”.

“Extradition processes are usually very fast, but we’ve managed to delay it slightly to protect his interests. Still, the court continues to dismiss our applications,” she said.

Abu Trica’s lawyer added, “We filed a preliminary objection requesting disclosure of the items seized, arguing that they do not belong to Frederick Kumi and are unrelated to the extradition offence. The court, however, ruled against us. The case was adjourned for 15 days, during which we are expected to file a habeas corpus application”.

“We believe that when we file the habeas corpus, we’ll be able to present our arguments fully and explain why Frederick cannot be extradited. Our hopes are cautious, but we remain optimistic,” she concluded.

Background

Abu Trica, a 31-year-old Ghanaian from Swedru, was arrested for his alleged involvement in an $8 million romance scam which targeted elderly victims in the United States.

He was arrested in Ghana on December 11, 2025, following an investigation conducted by the FBI Cleveland Division and is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Brian M. McDonough for the Northern District of Ohio.

The US Department of Justice wrote, “According to the indictment, perpetrators of this romance scam used Artificial Intelligence software to assume false identities and form close personal relationships with victims. They gained victims’ trust to obtain money and valuables, often targeting individuals through social media and online dating platforms under false pretences.

Victims were often elderly and engaged in romantic but physically distant relationships with perpetrators. The perpetrators built trust through frequent, intimate conversations by phone, email, and messaging platforms. They then requested money or valuables under false pretenses, such as urgent medical needs, travel expenses, or investment opportunities. Relying on these misrepresentations, victims were persuaded to send funds or valuables, which were then directed to co-conspirators posing as third parties.

The indictment also alleges that after the victims transferred funds, Kumi worked with a network of co-conspirators to distribute the money from Ohio and across the United States to associates in the Republic of Ghana and other locations.

Kumi has been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracy, and a forfeiture specification, and faces up to 20 years in prison”.

It further added, “If convicted, a defendant’s sentence will be determined by the Court after a review of factors unique to this case, including a defendant’s prior criminal record, if any, his role in the offence, and the characteristics of the violation. In all cases, the sentences will not exceed the statutory maximum, and in most cases, it will be less than the maximum.

An indictment is only a charge and is not evidence of guilt. A defendant is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government’s burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt”.

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“No such contract ever existed” – Gyankroma Akufo-Addo denies $25m interchange painting claims

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“No such contract ever existed” – Gyankroma Akufo-Addo denies $25m interchange painting claims

Ms Gyankroma Akufo-Addo, the daughter of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has once again denied allegations that she received $25 million to paint interchanges in Accra.

According to Gyankroma Akufo-Addo, such claims are “entirely absurd and false.”

She boldly asserted that no such contract has ever existed, been proposed, or awarded to her.

In a public statement issued on Friday, March 27, Ms Gyankroma Akufo-Addo dismissed the allegations, saying, “My attention has once again been drawn to the circulation of entirely absurd and false claims alleging that I received $25 million to paint interchanges in Accra,

Let me state, again, unequivocally and for the record: This claim is completely false. No such contract has ever existed, been offered, or been awarded.

If any individual, media platform, or commentator is in possession of such a contract, I challenge them to produce it publicly.

They will not because it does not exist”.

She further clarified, “

The Art for All projects were privately conceived and executed through the Creative Arts Agency, funded through a combination of private sector support and personal contributions. These facts have been publicly stated before and remain unchanged.

The deliberate revival and spread of this fabrication, particularly across social media platforms, is a calculated attempt to mislead the public and damage my reputation.

Accordingly, I have today instructed my lawyers to take immediate legal action against the individuals, platforms, and media outlets responsible for publishing and amplifying these falsehoods.

I will not allow deliberate misinformation to go unchallenged”

The allegations stem from claims by a social media commentator that she was paid $25 million to paint murals in parts of the capital city.

In another statement responding to the allegations, some years ago, she wrote, “In August 2018, Art for All was conceived. Its purpose was to beautify our capital city of Accra, to give a platform to our Ghanaian artists, to build art appreciation for its audience, and to serve as a beautiful backdrop for videos, or photoshoots and be a tourist attraction

Each site had a six-week workshop process to identify themes, locations, and artists. Each site was paid for with funds largely from the private sector, sourced solely by the Creative Arts Agency. No contract to paint a succession of bridges or underpasses has either been conceived, has ever been offered, or has ever been accepted. Indeed, any tender or contract awarded for such a project would have been made public.

For the avoidance of any doubt, it is important to state that these projects were solely conceived, managed, and financially undertaken by The Creative Arts Agency, through its own fundraising activities.

Site 1, Ako Adjei, was funded by the private sector.

Site 2, Tetteh Quarshie, was paid for by myself, Gyankroma Akufo-Addo

Site 3 was completed through the generosity of the creatively minded Ben Asante, CEO of Ghana Gas, understanding its social community importance.

The paint used for each site, again, was provided by Coral Paints and its CEO, who understands the importance of pushing visibility of Ghanaian artists. The absurdity of $25 million, or any amount for that matter, being awarded to myself to undertake this project is a disgusting narrative.

It is a complete fabrication being propagated by some shameless persons, and which, unfortunately, has been published by sections of the media. This project was not embarked upon to make a profit, and there have been no lucrative contracts awarded for it.

All efforts to undermine my credibility through the publication of these falsehoods and baseless lies will not wash. I have instructed my lawyer to seek redress in the law courts against persons and media houses that published these falsehoods with the sole intention of destroying my reputation”.

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Akufo-Addo’s daughter threatens legal suit over alleged $25m interchange painting

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Akufo-Addo’s daughter threatens legal suit over alleged $25m interchange painting

Ms Gyankroma Akufo-Addo, the daughter of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has threatened legal suit over the resurfaced $25m interchange painting allegation.

She once again denied allegations that she received $25 million to paint interchanges in Accra.

According to Gyankroma Akufo-Addo, such claims are “entirely absurd and false.”

She boldly asserted that no such contract has ever existed, been proposed, or awarded to her.

Gyankroma Akufo-Addo detailed that she has instructed her lawyers to take immediate legal action against persons and media outlets responsible for circulating the claims.

In a public statement issued on Friday, March 27, Ms Gyankroma Akufo-Addo dismissed the allegations, saying, “My attention has once again been drawn to the circulation of entirely absurd and false claims alleging that I received $25 million to paint interchanges in Accra,

Let me state, again, unequivocally and for the record: This claim is completely false. No such contract has ever existed, been offered, or been awarded.

If any individual, media platform, or commentator is in possession of such a contract, I challenge them to produce it publicly.

They will not because it does not exist”.

She further clarified, “

The Art for All projects were privately conceived and executed through the Creative Arts Agency, funded through a combination of private sector support and personal contributions. These facts have been publicly stated before and remain unchanged.

The deliberate revival and spread of this fabrication, particularly across social media platforms, is a calculated attempt to mislead the public and damage my reputation.

Accordingly, I have today instructed my lawyers to take immediate legal action against the individuals, platforms, and media outlets responsible for publishing and amplifying these falsehoods.

I will not allow deliberate misinformation to go unchallenged”

The allegations stem from claims by a social media commentator that she was paid $25 million to paint murals in parts of the capital city.

In another statement responding to the allegations, some years ago, she wrote, “In August 2018, Art for All was conceived. Its purpose was to beautify our capital city of Accra, to give a platform to our Ghanaian artists, to build art appreciation for its audience, and to serve as a beautiful backdrop for videos, or photoshoots and be a tourist attraction

Each site had a six-week workshop process to identify themes, locations, and artists. Each site was paid for with funds largely from the private sector, sourced solely by the Creative Arts Agency. No contract to paint a succession of bridges or underpasses has either been conceived, has ever been offered, or has ever been accepted. Indeed, any tender or contract awarded for such a project would have been made public.

For the avoidance of any doubt, it is important to state that these projects were solely conceived, managed, and financially undertaken by The Creative Arts Agency, through its own fundraising activities.

Site 1, Ako Adjei, was funded by the private sector.

Site 2, Tetteh Quarshie, was paid for by myself, Gyankroma Akufo-Addo

Site 3 was completed through the generosity of the creatively minded Ben Asante, CEO of Ghana Gas, understanding its social community importance.

The paint used for each site, again, was provided by Coral Paints and its CEO, who understands the importance of pushing visibility of Ghanaian artists. The absurdity of $25 million, or any amount for that matter, being awarded to myself to undertake this project is a disgusting narrative.

It is a complete fabrication being propagated by some shameless persons, and which, unfortunately, has been published by sections of the media. This project was not embarked upon to make a profit, and there have been no lucrative contracts awarded for it

All efforts to undermine my credibility through the publication of these falsehoods and baseless lies will not wash. I have instructed my lawyer to seek redress in the law courts against persons and media houses that published these falsehoods with the sole intention of destroying my reputation”.

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International Cocoa price drop a wake-up call – Mahama  

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International Cocoa price drop a wake-up call – Mahama  

President John Dramani Mahama has said the recent International Cocoa price drop must be a wake-up call for Ghana.

According to John Mahama, almost 70 years after Ghana gained independence, the country is still exporting raw beans to the world.

Reacting to viral video of a cocoa farmer who claimed, “Mahama wo de yɛ ka,” meaning “Mahama, you owe us a debt” while speaking during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, President Mahama jovially mimicked the farmer, repeating the words ‘wo de y3 ka,’ with the audience bursting into laughter.

President Mahama stated, “The recent incident with cocoa, with the prices plummeting, and you see all the videos of ‘Mahama wo de y3 ka’ of cocoa farmers protesting in the cocoa farms, is because for almost 70 years after we gained independence, we’re still exporting raw beans to the world”.

“I believe that what has happened in the international market should be a wake-up call for us, and that we must allocate more of our beans, and we’re taking the first step to doing that,” he indicated.

President Mahama added, “We’re changing the financing model. Before, we got the traders and others who buy the cocoa to advance the money for us to buy the cocoa from our farmers. Now, we say we’re going to raise the money ourselves and buy our own cocoa,” he stated.

“While we’re taking the money from the traders to buy the cocoa from our farmers, the collateral for the money they were advancing us was the cocoa beans. And so once you bought the cocoa beans, it was collateral for the financing they gave you.

“So, now if we raise our money, we buy our own cocoa. Our cocoa is not collateral to anybody, and so we can decide what to do with it, and we’re saying that we’re going to allocate the bulk of our cocoa to the local processors to process that cocoa before we export it,” he concluded.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Mahama’s response stated, “In crises, proper leaders find good and sustainable solutions to the crises; they don’t give excuses. If all this is done, starting with the tomatoes 🍅, cocoa, and then our minerals, Ghana will be there”.

A netizen added, “It’s just unfortunate, H. E John Dramani Mahama won’t be contesting for the presidential seat again”.

Earlier, President John Dramani Mahama said his government’s decision to reduce the cocoa producer price was difficult but necessary.

Mahama explained that the reduction was aimed at addressing acute liquidity challenges within the cocoa sector.

According to John Mahama, maintaining the previous price would have compelled the government to borrow billions, which he says could have taken the country back into economic difficulties.

Delivering his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament, President Mahama explained, “Mr Speaker, a nation that does not learn from past mistakes cannot get out of the cycle of problems that impose hardship on its citizens.

We have just begun to emerge from the most devastating economic crisis in our nation’s recent history. This crisis was triggered by general financial indiscipline, huge deficits and massive debt occasioned by persistent unbudgeted expenditure to meet the ends of convenient politicking.

In the last few weeks, we have had to take the painful but necessary decision to revise the producer price of Cocoa to achieve competitive pricing and resolve acute liquidity challenges in the sector. Failure to do so would have meant pumping in billions of borrowed funds”.

He added, “This unplanned expenditure would have taken us right back to the very devastating economic problems we have only recently begun to escape.

So, while fully understanding the concerns and protests of our farmers, I can firmly assure them that the reforms announced by the government will see a total transformation of the sector and guarantee them a fair price that enables them to meet the cost of producing the commodity and make decent margins.

The difference between economic hardships and avoiding the same is the exercise of sound economic judgement, and I am determined to take decisions that ensure our collective wellbeing and avoid suffering for all our citizens.”

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“You belong to a political party that got 33,000 votes” –  Kofi Tonto jabs Solomon Owusu

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“You belong to a political party that got 33,000 votes” –  Kofi Tonto jabs Solomon Owusu

Kofi Tonto, a political aide and deputy spokesperson to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has jabbed Solomon Owusu, Director of Communications for the United Party (UP).

The NPP man jabbed Solomon Owusu for defending the Mahama government’s sole sourcing of road projects under Big Push.

According to Kofi Tonto, Solomon Owusu had earlier criticised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for engaging in sole-sourcing, but has today defended the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).

Speaking during an interview with Accra-based TV3 on March 25, 2026, Kofi Tonto stated, “You Solo, you belong to a political party, which political party went to Ghanaians to seek power and got 33,000 votes? The point I am making is that when you went to Ghanaians, you went on the back of the argument that the Akufo-Addo government was not the best, the alternative National Democratic Congress government was also not the best and that you were the best to lead the country.

“…Then NDC wins and comes to power, and the very ills you criticised NPP for, NDC is doing the same and worse, and instead of condemning it, you are sitting here with your kaftan telling me that we shouldn’t talk”, he fumed.

Kofi Tonto added, “My point is, you cannot continue to do politics and campaign. The campaign is over. You cannot continue to defend the NDC and cite examples on their behalf. They promised a reset and said everything we did was bad, so I don’t need to reiterate the so-called bad things. So don’t cite all of those things as your basis to argue”.

Meanwhile, a deo compilation has surfaced of some members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government preaching against sole sourcing.

The viral video compilation features the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa; the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi; and President John Dramani Mahama, calling out the Akufo-Addo New Patriotic Party government over sole sourcing.

In the viral video, Ablakwa, on Onua TV, stated that the NDC’s Resetting Ghana Agenda would ensure an amendment of the Public Procurement Act.

According to him,  sole sourcing would be a thing of the past under an NDC government.

“What we are saying in the Reset Ghana manifesto is that when we come to power, we will amend the Public Procurement Act. We will put a stop to the single sourcing because it has been abused,” Ablakwa stated in the video.

Sammy Gyamfi, on the other hand, accused the past Akufo-Addo Bawumia government of looting the state through sole sourcing.

“A new angle being used by the NPP to loot the state is what we call sole sourcing,” he said.

Also, President Mahama, addressing a gathering at the National Economic Dialogue in 2025, also highlighted that single-source procurement should not become standard practice.

“Single source procurement must be the rare exception rather than the norm. We must also subject government projects above a certain threshold to value-for-money audits,” Mahama stated.

The video has surfaced amid the Fourth Estate publication, which suggested President John Dramani Mahama and his government have been playing lip service in terms of promises to minimise sole-source procurement to encourage competitive bidding.

President John Mahama, on numerous occasions, has reiterated his government’s commitment to make single-source procurement a rare exception rather than the norm.

In the NDC People’s Manifesto, they also pledged to “make single-sourced procurement (sole-sourcing) an exception and not the rule.”

John Mahama, during his recent SONA, also repeated his vow and commitment, “Mr Speaker, we are bringing legislation to this House to tighten our procurement processes by banning sole-sourced contracts, except in exceptional circumstances,” the President told Parliament.

However, after one year in office, the report by The Fourth Estate has unearthed that the Road Ministry awarded 81 sole-sourced contracts worth over GHS73 billion in 7 months.

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“CCTV was not functioning” – Kofi Adams shares details of Black Stars robbery

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“CCTV was not functioning” – Kofi Adams shares details of Black Stars robbery

Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced that the Police in Vienna, Austria, have opened an investigation following a robbery on the Black Stars.

According to Kofi Adams, preliminary reports indicate that the CCTV cameras at the hotel were not operational during the incident.

The Minister for Sports and Recreation is quoted to have said, “They are working to carry out the investigation. The initial report we have is that the CCTV was not functioning, and the police are checking when it stopped working and who was responsible for the hotel’s surveillance system at that time”.

Reports had earlier suggested that the Black Stars of Ghana had been robbed ahead of their international friendly on March 27, 2026, against Austria.

According to reports, the Black Stars have suffered a robbery attack in Vienna as they prepare to face Austria.

Reports from Sporty FM detailed that players and technical team members were victims of the incident and losing several valuable items valued at $20,000.

The reports suggest no players or technical team members being physically harmed during the incident

In a post on X Sporty FM, wrote, “BREAKING: A top official of the Black Stars has confirmed to SportyFM that the team camp has been ROBBED. ⛔️

Valuables stolen include $2,250 cash and

2 Rolex watches”.

Sporty FM in a new card wrote, “Black Stars camp in Vienna allegedly hit by robbery ahead of Austria friendly; players and technical team members lose valuables including cash and watches valued at $20,000.

Meanwhile, the Black Stars will face Austria at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium on Friday, March 27, with the kickoff scheduled for 5: 00 pm.

In related news, Ghanaian Dancehall artistes, Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, have both contributed towards the Black Stars‘ 2026 World Cup campaign.

Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, the two musicians, were present at the launch of the campaign at the Kempinski Hotel on Friday night.

Shatta Wale’s $100,000 pledge, with Stonebwoy also pledging $101,000, which included $81,000 in cash and $20,000 worth of music services.

Individuals and corporate bodies also pledged significant amounts to support Ghana’s preparation for the global tournament.

Ibrahim Mahama’s mining firm, Engineers & Planners, which committed $5 million, was the headline sponsorship.

Also, Goldfields pledged $2 million, with an additional $1 million for next year.

Additionally, President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his government will not fly Ghanaian supporters to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

According to President Mahama, the government’s decision is in line with recommendations in the Dzamefe Report, which warned against the use of public funds for such purposes.

President Mahama highlighted that even supporting a small number of 200 fans would place a significant financial burden on the state.

He detailed that flying and accommodating just 200 supporters could cost close to $2 million.

Speaking at the Ghana World Cup fundraising campaign on Friday, March 20, 2026, Mahama stated, “In consonance with the Dzamefe Report, the government has no plans to allocate public funds to fly supporters to the World Cup”.

“We all want to see our fans in the stands, but we must be responsible in how we use public resources,” he added.

Mahama stressed the need to channel funds into critical areas such as job creation.

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Electronic road tolls to be rolled out by fourth quarter of 2026

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Electronic road tolls to be rolled out by fourth quarter of 2026

Isaac Adjei Mensah, the Chairperson of the Roads and Transport Committee and Member of Parliament for Wassa East, has revealed that the electronic road toll system will take effect by the fourth quarter of 2026.

Speaking during a Parliamentary Press Corps in Accra on Thursday, March 26, 2026, the Chairperson of the Roads and Transport Committee made this known.

Isaac Adjei Mensah detailed that all feasibility studies and preparatory processes would soon be finalised.

According to Isaac Adjei Mensah, the NPP Minority had no moral justification to criticise the pace of the policy rollout, as they were responsible for abolishing the road toll, which generated about GH¢60 million monthly for the state.

The Chairperson of the Roads and Transport Committee argued that the removal of the tolls led to significant revenue losses, which render the Minority’s criticisms unjustified.

The announcement follows the Minority Caucus in Parliament, which has expressed concerns about the government’s failure to follow through on the implementation of the new road toll policy after fifteen months in office.

They argue that the delay in rolling out the proposed modernised tolling system has hindered a crucial revenue stream that could have been used to fund road development in the country.

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, March 24, Kennedy Osei Nyarko, the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Roads and Transportation Committee, stated, “The current government strongly criticised the previous administration for suspending the road toll collection and promised Ghanaians that road tolls would be reintroduced under a new framework.

“Fifteen months into the current administration, this promise remains unfulfilled. There has been no visible commencement of the process to reintroduce road tolls, despite earlier commitments made to Ghanaians”.

This continued delay raises questions regarding the government’s policy consistency and revenue mobilisation strategy for road maintenance,” he said.

In related news, Kwame Governs Agbodza, the Minister for Roads and Highways, has announced that every road project under President John Mahama’s Big Push initiative will be tolled.

The Road Minister revealed that the tolls will be used to raise money for road maintenance.

Kwame Governs Agbodza is quoted by GHOne TV news card to have said, “ Every road under the Big Push initiative will be tolled to raise money for its maintenance”.

Also, the Roads minister in an interview on JoyNews’ Super Morning Show revealed that the government’s proposed Accra–Kumasi expressway project will take off mid-year after feasibility and costing.

The Roads Minister detailed that the government is taking a guarded approach to avoid cost overruns and design errors.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Super Morning Show, the Road Minister explained, “We want to take time to make sure that when we come out and say we need X amount of money to build the about 200km from Accra to Kumasi, we don’t come back and tell you that we want to double that money simply because we made a mistake,” Mr Agbodza said.

“We are expecting the final draft somewhere in May, June, but we are giving ourselves July or August, just in case there’s something they missed or something we need to add,” he explained.

Watch – Mahama reacts to Cocoa farmer’s “Wo De Y3n Ka” viral video

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Watch – Mahama reacts to Cocoa farmer’s “Wo De Y3n Ka” viral video

President John Dramani Mahama has reacted to a viral video of a cocoa farmer saying, “Mahama wo de yɛ ka,” meaning Mahama, you owe us a debt.

In a viral video, the cocoa farmer stated, “If President Mahama were here, I would ask him to listen carefully. Mahama, listen to this message: you owe us a debt. Whether you like it or not, you owe us.

Before the elections, cocoa farmers were receiving GH¢31 million, but Mahama, while in opposition, said the amount was too small. He even promised that if voted into office, he would increase the cocoa price to about GH¢60 million. On that basis, we voted for him,” he said.

Reacting to the video while speaking during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, President Mahama jovially mimicked the farmer, repeating the words ‘wo de y3 ka,’ with the audience bursting into laughter.

President Mahama stated, “The recent incident with cocoa, with the prices plummeting, and you see all the videos of ‘Mahama wo de y3 ka’ of cocoa farmers protesting in the cocoa farms, is because for almost 70 years after we gained independence, we’re still exporting raw beans to the world”.

“I believe that what has happened in the international market should be a wake-up call for us, and that we must allocate more of our beans, and we’re taking the first step to doing that,” he indicated.

President Mahama added, “We’re changing the financing model. Before, we got the traders and others who buy the cocoa to advance the money for us to buy the cocoa from our farmers. Now, we say we’re going to raise the money ourselves and buy our own cocoa,” he stated.

“While we’re taking the money from the traders to buy the cocoa from our farmers, the collateral for the money they were advancing us was the cocoa beans. And so once you bought the cocoa beans, it was collateral for the financing they gave you.

“So, now if we raise our money, we buy our own cocoa. Our cocoa is not collateral to anybody, and so we can decide what to do with it, and we’re saying that we’re going to allocate the bulk of our cocoa to the local processors to process that cocoa before we export it,” he concluded.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Mahama’s response stated, “In crises, proper leaders find good and sustainable solutions to the crises; they don’t give excuses. If all this is done, starting with the tomatoes 🍅, cocoa, and then our minerals, Ghana will be there”.

A netizen added, “It’s just unfortunate, H. E John Dramani Mahama won’t be contesting for the presidential seat again”.

Earlier, President John Dramani Mahama said his government’s decision to reduce the cocoa producer price was difficult but necessary.

Mahama explained that the reduction was aimed at addressing acute liquidity challenges within the cocoa sector.

According to John Mahama, maintaining the previous price would have compelled the government to borrow billions, which he says could have taken the country back into economic difficulties.

Delivering his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament, President Mahama explained, “Mr Speaker, a nation that does not learn from past mistakes cannot get out of the cycle of problems that impose hardship on its citizens.

We have just begun to emerge from the most devastating economic crisis in our nation’s recent history. This crisis was triggered by general financial indiscipline, huge deficits and massive debt occasioned by persistent unbudgeted expenditure to meet the ends of convenient politicking.

In the last few weeks, we have had to take the painful but necessary decision to revise the producer price of Cocoa to achieve competitive pricing and resolve acute liquidity challenges in the sector. Failure to do so would have meant pumping in billions of borrowed funds”.

He added, “This unplanned expenditure would have taken us right back to the very devastating economic problems we have only recently begun to escape.

So, while fully understanding the concerns and protests of our farmers, I can firmly assure them that the reforms announced by the government will see a total transformation of the sector and guarantee them a fair price that enables them to meet the cost of producing the commodity and make decent margins.

The difference between economic hardships and avoiding the same is the exercise of sound economic judgement, and I am determined to take decisions that ensure our collective wellbeing and avoid suffering for all our citizens.”

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Ibrahim Mahama’s familial ties with Mahama shouldn’t stop Ghanaian ownership – NPP told

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Ibrahim Mahama’s familial ties with Mahama shouldn’t stop Ghanaian ownership – NPP told

Prof Baffour Agyeman-Duah, the former UN governance advisor, has joined in on the brouhaha surrounding businessman Ibrahim Mahama’s potential acquisition of the Damang mine.

According to Prof Baffour Agyeman-Duah, Ibrahim Mahama’s familial ties with President John Mahama should not hinder Ghanaian participation in national industries.

Speaking on Joy News’ The Pulse on Thursday, March 26, Prof Agyeman-Duah explained, “If Ibrahim needs to do it, it must be done transparently and according to all legal procedures. The fact that he is the president’s brother should not automatically disqualify him”.

Prof Baffour Agyeman-Duah recounted past controversies involving property acquisitions by relatives of political leaders.

According to him, the focus should always be on legal adherence and transparency.

“Once all the laid-down rules are followed, we shouldn’t be concerned about who owns the mine. What matters is that more Ghanaians take initiative in managing our country’s resources,” he said.

Meanwhile, the NPP Minority in Parliament has disclosed plans to petition the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) to investigate businessman Ibrahim Mahama.

According to the NPP minority, they are petitioning CHRAJ to investigate Ibrahim Mahama and his company, Engineers & Planners, over their involvement in the takeover of the Damang Mine, and also the use of his private jet by President John Dramani Mahama.

The Minority raised concerns about constitutional breaches in the process used to select an investor for the Damang Mine, arguing that the procedure lacked transparency and fairness.

According to the NPP minority, the whole process appeared to have been programmed, rather than conducted through a truly competitive and merit-based selection system.

Speaking to journalists in Parliament on Thursday, March 26, members of the Minority Caucus stated, “The Minority will not accept the government’s characterisation of this process as competitive. What we see is a winner being arranged and not selected.

“Under Article 287 (1) of the 1992 Constitution, any person may petition CHRAJ to investigate violations of chapter 24, and so the minority is formally considering a joint civil society organisations, professional bodies and concerned citizens on both the private jet and the Damang Mine process as two manifestations of the same constitutional beach.”

Earlier, the minority in parliament had alleged that Ghana is dangerously drifting towards state capture in the mining sector, just one year into President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.

According to the NPP minority, Ibrahim Mahama, brother of President John Mahama, is wielding undue influence in Ghana’s mining sector.

They alleged that since the President’s return to office, companies linked to Ibrahim Mahama have gained unprecedented and unfair advantages.

Speaking to journalists in Parliament, the Minority Spokesperson on Lands and Natural Resources, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, stated, “Now Ghana stands today at a defining moment in our natural resource governance. Barely one year into the administration of President John Dramani Mahama, we are witnessing what can only be described as a dangerous drift towards state capture in the mining sector,” Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong stated.

“This is not an abstract concern. This is not rhetorical or alarmist. This is unfolding in real time through decisions, patterns, and actions that threaten our institutional integrity, economic stability, and democratic accountability.”

Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong pointed to Ibrahim Mahama’s upcoming transition of the Damang gold mine from Goldfields Ghana as an example of the lack of transparency.

According to the minority, Parliament and the Ghanaian public have been kept in the dark about who will operate the asset.

The Minority further alleged that there was a systematic placement of individuals with close ties to Ibrahim Mahama in Ghana’s mining sector’s regulatory landscape.

Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong fingered the appointment, the CEO of GIADEC was the personal lawyer of Ibrahim Mahama, and that a member of the GIADEC board, Mr Augustus Agbeli-Amegashi as close associate of Ibrahim Mahama’s Exton Cubic Group and Engineers & Planners.

Also, pointing to the Deputy CEO of the Minerals Commission in charge of Local Content and Mineral Titles, Victoria Awuni, who worked as a group manager for compliance at Ibrahim Mahama’s Engineers & Planners.

Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong further stressed that the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, was also the public relations officer for Ibrahim Mahama’s Exton Cubic.

The minority added, “Taken individually, each of these may be explained, but taken together, they point to something far more serious and dangerous, a growing convergence between public institutions and a single private corporate orbit”.

“Every major agency that should report to the Minister now answers to Ibrahim Mahama’s orbit, not to the Minister or Parliament,” Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong claimed.

“While they use that particular parameter to actually assess us and judge us, it is only proper that whilst in office in the last year we also try and turn the skills on them and see how they have performed under that particular parameter,” he said.

However, reports suggest the Approval for the acquisition of the Damang Mine by Engineers and Planners was granted by former Lands Minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor, in March 2024.

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Ghana School of Law monopoly was harsh – UPSA Dean

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Ghana School of Law monopoly was harsh – UPSA Dean

Prof Isaac Boadi, the Dean of the Faculty of Accounting and Finance at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA), has welcomed the passage of the Legal Education Reform Bill.

The USPA dean highlighted that the Ghana School of Law monopoly was a bit too harsh.

According to Prof Isaac Boadi, the previous structure created significant limitations, pointing to the gap between the number of law graduates and those who progress to professional training.

Speaking on the JoyNews AM Show on March 27, Prof. Boadi explained, “It’s been in existence for a long time; that’s been the structure we’ve had over the years, where the Ghana Law School has been the only institution passing out these lawyers”.

“The monopoly was a bit too harsh, but the point is that it is a good call. Whenever a law is passed, it means some bottlenecks have been identified, and there is a need for a review,” he stated.

The UPSA Dean explained, “We’ve had brilliant students who have been rejected, and if you look at the population-to-lawyer ratio, it is not the best. You graduate about 5,000 LLB students, hypothetically, and maybe only 1,000 qualify to law school to become lawyers. That is a huge bottleneck”.

“When we have expansion, it allows more people to be trained as lawyers and could reduce the ratio, but we need to check this. An expansion of universities offering LLB programmes is not equivalent to expansion of professional training capacity,” he stressed.

“The fact that we have a lot of lawyers does not mean that sometimes they are efficient enough or have been trained enough,” he said.

“If we open more schools, a more roll out, how many of them get jobs? So in terms of capacity, efficiency is not the same.”

“As much as we are opening the door to allow universities to train, we must ensure those who come out are efficient and able to deal with the issues in our country,” he said.

Also, Kwaku Ansa‑Asare, a former Director of the Ghana School of Law, has said it would be a grave and regrettable mistake to abolish the Ghana School of Law.

 The former Director of the Ghana School of Law dismissed calls to abolish the institution following the passage of the Legal Education Bill.

According to Ansa‑Asare, the Ghana School of Law has been of historical significance and a long source of national pride while being a cornerstone of Ghana’s legal system.

He highlighted that the Ghana School of Law has not only moulded generations of Ghanaian lawyers but also contributed to the development of the legal profession.

Speaking on Eyewitness News on Thursday, March 26, Mr Ansa‑Asare stated, “For many years, the Ghana School of Law has been our pride. It was the first law school established in Sub-Saharan Africa specifically to train professional lawyers, and it should remain Ghana’s pride.

“I think the law school should never, ever be abolished because it is Ghana’s pride—the first law school in Sub-Saharan Africa. It would be a very sad and regrettable mistake for anyone to suggest otherwise,” he said.

He added, “The law school is a professional training point. So I think that what is going to happen is that the law school will continue to train professional lawyers. That responsibility has not been taken away. It is the monopoly that has been removed,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Parliament of Ghana officially passed the Legal Education Reform Bill, marking a major shift in the country’s legal training system.

The law removes the Ghana School of Law’s long-standing monopoly and allows other accredited institutions to offer professional legal education.

The reform is expected to ease admission pressure, expand opportunities for law graduates, and improve training quality, while ensuring strict regulation and consistent standards are maintained across all institutions through strengthened oversight nationwide.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament, the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, detailed that with the passage of the bill, the NDC has fulfilled its commitment to promoting equity, fairness, and improved access to legal education in Ghana.

He stated, “As has been typical of the NDC, promises made are delivered. We promised law students that if they vote for us, we will carry out reforms that will ensure equity, fairness and access to legal education”.

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, however, took a swipe at the NDC government.

Afenyo-Markin accuse the NDC government of failing to deliver on some of its key campaign promises.

The minority leader highlighted that the reform of legal education is important, but the government must also demonstrate commitment to other critical pledges made to Ghanaians.

If Gold failed to solve Africa’s problems, what would slavery reparations do? – Journalist quizzes    

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If Gold failed to solve Africa’s problems, what would slavery reparations do? – Journalist quizzes    

Dan Kwaku Yeboah, a veteran broadcaster, has told Western Nations not to hand over any liquid cash to African leaders.

The Journalist congratulated the president for winning the debate on reparatory justice, which acknowledges the slave trade as a crime against humanity.

However, he raised concerns about monetary compensation for the Transatlantic Slave Trade, arguing that such funds are unlikely to benefit the average African.

According to Dan Kwaku Yeboah, if proceeds from oil, gold, and bauxite royalties failed to solve Africa’s economic problems, what would a possible compensation do for Africans?

Speaking during an interview on Ade Akye Abia on Okay FM on Thursday, March 26, 2026, Dan Kwaku Yeboah stated, “If proceeds from oil, gold, and bauxite royalties failed to solve our economic problems or spur meaningful development, what will a possible compensation do for us?”.

Yeboah jokingly added, “They sometimes behave like the addicts in our neighbourhoods; when you give them gari, they ask for sugar. They say, ‘Thank you for yesterday’s gari, but what are you doing for me today?’ Our current posture in managing resources does not justify the demand for monetary reparations”.

“It would be better to invest any compensation into specific infrastructural projects rather than handing over liquid cash to our leaders”, he stated.

Meanwhile, Ghana’s foreign minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has clarified that African leaders are not asking for money for themselves, as it goes against their conscience.

According to Ablakwa, African leaders are demanding compensation but are not asking for money for themselves.

Ablakwa highlighted that African leaders do not seek to profit from this but want justice for the victims and courses to be supported, educational and endowment funds, skills training funds.

Speaking to the media at the UN, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa clarified, “We have made it clear that African leaders, or Carribean leaders are not looking for money, it goes against our conscience to seek to profit from this, we don’t want any payment made to us directly, we are talking about courses to deal with the strutural inequalities and we are also talking about the return of artefacts”.

Also, Irina Abramova, Director of the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, has revealed that Russia is ready to help Africa calculate slavery reparations claims.

According to Irina Abramova, Russia will support African countries in calculating the total amount of reparations that Western nations could pay for crimes committed during the colonial period.

She explained that Russia will collaborate with African experts to build a strong, evidence-based case for reparations.

Speaking on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, during a press conference on the theme “The Responsibility of Western Metropolises for the Consequences of Colonisation: History and Modernity,” Irina Abramova made this known.

Madam Abramova explained, “We aim to unite the efforts of Russian scholars – mathematicians, programmers, historians, and economists – with African researchers in order to jointly substantiate the scale of these reparations and move forward with legal claims on various international platforms”.

“In addition to being an outstanding political figure, John Mahama is also a scholar. He actively promotes the reparations agenda, which is increasingly evolving from a historical and political discourse into a concrete, practical agenda,” Abramova added.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

42.3% paternity tests in 2025 show tested man not the biological father – Blueprint DNA Report

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42.3% paternity tests in 2025 show tested man not the biological father – Blueprint DNA Report

A new report by the Blueprint DNA Organisation has revealed that four in 10 paternity tests conducted in Ghana in 2025 show the tested man is not the biological father.

According to Blueprint DNA, 42.3% of paternity tests conducted in 2025 showed that the tested men were not the biological fathers.

In a news card shared by JOY FM on X, it stated, “Four in 10 paternity tests in Ghana in 2025 show tested man not the biological father – Blueprint DNA Organisation Report”

Blueprint DNA Organisation presented the findings during a media briefing at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Accra on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Abeiku Ghansah, the Medical Director of Blueprint DNA, highlighted that the report is based on anonymised laboratory data.

“The report also shows that nearly 59 per cent of children involved in testing are under six years old, suggesting that many families seek confirmation early in a child’s life.

Tests conducted more than 10 years after birth recorded the highest exclusion rates, between 53 and 59 per cent.

Dr Ghansah noted that 87 per cent of tests are carried out for personal reassurance rather than legal or immigration purposes, emphasizing the private nature of paternity concerns in Ghana.

He called for responsible use of DNA testing, alongside stronger regulation and public education on its social implications.

The briefing further revealed regional disparities in testing, with more than 80 per cent concentrated in the Greater Accra and Ashanti regions, while higher exclusion rates were noted in the Western, Upper East, and Volta regions.

In addition, the event introduced Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT), a method capable of detecting genetic conditions such as Down syndrome and Edwards syndrome from as early as eight weeks of pregnancy.

Blueprint DNA said the report is part of ongoing efforts to provide data-driven insights into DNA testing and its role in Ghana’s healthcare system and society as demand continues to grow,” a report by Joy News stated.

In related news, Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng, commonly known as Kwame A Plus, has announced plans to lay a Private Member’s Bill in Parliament to criminalise paternity fraud.

The Private Member’s Bill is proposing jail terms for women who knowingly mislead men into raising children who are not biologically theirs, and possibly introducing mandatory DNA testing after birth.

Kwame A Plus, speaking on United Showbiz, explained what he sought to achieve with the bill, saying, “Any child that is born needs to know his father and mother. I know of a man who has birthed 5 children. He is now 70 years just recently learned that four of the children are not his, just one was his.

I know of someone also, who was taking his children abroad, when they went for a DNA test, the woman went to the lawyers and said she was not going to do any DNA test, and she disclosed that the children are not the man’s. The man was abroad, thinking he had four children here and was spending on them”.

He added, “Yesterday I heard Kofi Bentil say when the law is passed, it means we are going to crimalised adultry as a crime, we are not trying to prevent anyone from cheating in their marriage or in a relationship.

The bill we are taking to parliament, we are not thinking about it now; it is already drafted, and we are going to present it”.

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BREAKING – Black Stars robbed ahead of Austria clash

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BREAKING – Black Stars robbed ahead of Austria clash

The Black Stars of Ghana have been robbed ahead of their international friendly on March 27, 2026, against Austria.

According to reports, the Black Stars have suffered a robbery attack in Vienna as they prepare to face Austria.

Reports from Sporty FM detailed that players and technical team members were victims of the incident and losing several valuable items valued at $20,000.

The reports suggest no players or technical team members being physically harmed during the incident.

In a post on X Sporty FM, wrote, “BREAKING: A top official of the Black Stars has confirmed to SportyFM that the team camp has been ROBBED. ⛔️

Valuables stolen include $2,250 cash and

2 Rolex watches”.

Sporty FM in a new card wrote, “Black Stars camp in Vienna allegedly hit by robbery ahead of Austria friendly; players and technical team members lose valuables including cash and watches valued at $20,000.

Meanwhile, the Black Stars will face Austria at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium on Friday, March 27, with the kickoff scheduled for 5: 00 pm.

In related news, Ghanaian Dancehall artistes, Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, have both contributed towards the Black Stars‘ 2026 World Cup campaign.

Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, the two musicians, were present at the launch of the campaign at the Kempinski Hotel on Friday night.

Shatta Wale’s $100,000 pledge, with Stonebwoy also pledging $101,000, which included $81,000 in cash and $20,000 worth of music services.

Individuals and corporate bodies also pledged significant amounts to support Ghana’s preparation for the global tournament.

Ibrahim Mahama’s mining firm, Engineers & Planners, which committed $5 million, was the headline sponsorship.

Also, Goldfields pledged $2 million, with an additional $1 million for next year.

Additionally, President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his government will not fly Ghanaian supporters to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

According to President Mahama, the government’s decision is in line with recommendations in the Dzamefe Report, which warned against the use of public funds for such purposes.

President Mahama highlighted that even supporting a small number of 200 fans would place a significant financial burden on the state.

He detailed that flying and accommodating just 200 supporters could cost close to $2 million.

Speaking at the Ghana World Cup fundraising campaign on Friday, March 20, 2026, Mahama stated, “In consonance with the Dzamefe Report, the government has no plans to allocate public funds to fly supporters to the World Cup”.

“We all want to see our fans in the stands, but we must be responsible in how we use public resources,” he added.

Mahama stressed the need to channel funds into critical areas such as job creation.

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Over 1 million Iranian fighters mobilise for potential ground battle with the US – Al Jazeera

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Over 1 million Iranian fighters mobilise for potential ground battle with the US – Al Jazeera

Reports by Al Jazeera suggest that the Islamic Republic of Iran has reportedly mobilised over one million fighters to fight the United States and Israeli armies in a ground war.

According to the Al Jazeera report, the Iranian military has mobilised one million troops and is prepared for a ground battle with the US.

Al Jazeera in a post on X March 24, 2026, sharing a news card wrote, “BREAKING: More than one million fighters in Iran have been prepared for a ground battle with the US, reports Tasnim news agency, citing an Iranian military source,”

The Al Jazeera report cited the Tasnim report as the source of the news.

The report comes on the heels of other reports that suggest the United States Army has deployed ground troops to the Middle East.

“A report by aljazeera.com indicated that the Pentagon has ordered approximately 2,000 soldiers from the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division to begin moving to the Middle East, after President Donald Trump said that his country was moving a “big force” towards Iran.

The US has also deployed two Marine Expeditionary Units already en route from opposite sides of the Pacific”, reports stated.

In related news, Iranian drone attacks have struck the United Arab Emirates‘ (UAE) biggest port and oil storage facility, Fujairah, and Dubai’s international airport.

Reports suggest Iran continues to target Gulf transport and oil infrastructure.

The reports by the BBC read, “The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) biggest port and oil storage facility, Fujairah, and Dubai’s international airport have come under further drone attacks as Iran continues to target Gulf transport and oil infrastructure.

Flights were temporarily suspended on Monday after a fire broke out near the airport after a “drone-related incident”.

A fire also raged after a drone attack on the strategically important port and industrial zone at Fujairah, one of the largest oil storage facilities in the region.

And a rocket attack on a car killed a Palestinian national on the outskirts of the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, the city’s Media Office reported.

The attack occurred in the Al Bahia area, it said.

UAE air defence systems intercepted six ballistic missiles and 21 drones on Monday, the Defence Ministry said. Iran has launched over 1,900 missiles and drones at the UAE since the war between the US and Israel, and Iran, began.

Meanwhile, Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has said the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran is not only affecting the Middle East, but the whole world.

According to President Mahama, tensions in the Middle East are troubling, calling for prayers and renewed efforts toward peace.

Speaking on Monday, March 16, during an Iftar with members of the Muslim community at the Jubilee House, President Mahama stated, “We are all concerned about what is happening in the Middle East. The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran is not only affecting the Middle East, but the whole world. We pray that Allah will touch the hearts of everyone involved in this conflict and bring peace to the region”

“If you say you are a true Muslim or a true Christian and you are unforgiving, wicked, and kill your fellow man, you cannot call yourself a true Christian or a true Muslim. At a time when many parts of the world are faced with conflict and uncertainty, we must continue to protect the peace Ghana enjoys,” he said.

He added, “I humbly ask for your prayers during this Ramadan for our country, for our leaders, and for other parts of the world affected by conflict, especially in the Middle East”.

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Mahama visionary, he saw something many didn’t see – Sammy Gyamfi on his GoldBod appointment

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Mahama visionary, he saw something many didn’t see – Sammy Gyamfi on his GoldBod appointment

Sammy Gyamfi, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana GoldBod, has spoken about President John Dramani Mahama appointing him as the GoldBod CEO.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, President Mahama is a great visionary who saw what he did not see.

Sammy Gyamfi asserted that many predicted he would have landed a communication-related job based on what he was doing for the party in opposition, but Mahama saw something in him that many had not noticed at the time.

Speaking on PM Express Business Edition, Sammy Gyamfi stated, “For me, it was an exciting call made by the president. The president, to some of us as a father figure, is not just a flagbearer. He’s not just our President, but somebody that I’ve enjoyed the father-son relationship with for some time now, and he’s a great visionary”.

“So what he may see in you, you may not even have seen in yourself. Maybe many never expected that, upon winning power, I would find myself where I am. I’m sure many have predicted that I may, I may have landed some communication-related job based on what I was doing, for the party in opposition,” he said.

Sammy Gyamfi added, “But the president, I think, saw something in me that many had not noticed at the time, and he decided to give me this opportunity”.

“Supported by my able minister, who is like a brother to me as well, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, we have been able to push the agenda of the president for the gold sector,” he noted.

Also, Sammy Gyamfi has said Gold is essential to President John Dramani Mahama’s reset agenda.

The GoldBod CEO highlighted that Mahama believes that Ghana could have maximised national benefits and exerted its sovereignty over its gold resources more than it has since independence.

Sammy Gyamfi explained, “Gold is very essential to the reset agenda of the President, because he believes that Ghana could have maximised national benefits and exerted its sovereignty over its good resources more than we have done since independence”.

“And so when he was given the second opportunity to govern as president, he needed a certain urgency for his agenda of transformation, for not only the exploitation, but also the market and the trading of our good resources to ensure that we reset the sector and change,” he stated.

Sammy Gyamfi further added, “The narrative of leakages, the narrative of low repatriation of FX and ensure that Ghanaians are in control, not only of the exploitation of our mineral resources, but also of the trading of same and that the process from that trade is coming back into the economy to support the economy and to propel his agenda, his transformation agenda for the country”.

“So that was why I believe he saw me worthy, and there are many people in the NDC who are qualified for the job. So for me to have been given the opportunity was a rare privilege for which I am forever grateful to the president”.

“And every day when I wake up, my prayer is to work hard to justify the confidence he reposed in me and not to let him down. And I believe that is a prayer of my colleagues who have also been given the very privilege to serve in his government.”

Meanwhile, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Minister for Finance, has praised the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi.

The Finance Minister stressed that the work Sammy Gyamfi has done at GoldBod will take another person 5 years to accomplish.

According to Ato Forson, the Ghana Gold Board has played a central role in the ongoing stabilisation of the Ghanaian economy.

Speaking in an interview with Radio Gold, Dr Forson stated, “I had to tackle inflation, and I had to tackle structural issues like how we build reserves to make sure the currency stabilises,”

“It is difficult to get such people around. You need someone with energy, drive, determination and a can-do spirit. You need to study people to know who can deliver, and we believe the President made the right choice.”

“To be honest, the kind of work Sammy Gyamfi has done at GoldBod in the last few months, it will take somebody five years to do, and I salute him for that,” he eulogised.

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Lincoln University cannot be separated from Ghana’s story  – Mahama

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Lincoln University cannot be separated from Ghana’s story  – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has said Lincoln University cannot be separated from the story of Ghana 

According to John Mahama, Lincoln University still holds a special place in his heart despite its decision to withdraw an honorary doctorate that was to be conferred on him.

President Mahama highlighted that Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart as Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, was nurtured intellectually and shaped by the University.

Speaking during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, President Mahama stated, “Whatever disagreements have arisen, for me, Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart. It is where our first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, was nurtured intellectually and shaped in his Pan-Africanist struggle. It remains hallowed ground for Ghanaians and an integral part of our history”.

“We cannot separate Lincoln University from the story of Ghana, and we will continue to hold the institution in the highest esteem,” he said.

The Ghana Embassy in the United States has expressed disappointment following Lincoln University’s decision to cancel the conferment of an honorary doctorate degree, honoris causa, for President John Dramani Mahama.

According to the Ghana Embassy in the United States, the university’s decision was communicated just hours before the scheduled visit on Thursday, March 26.

The Lincoln University decision is alleged to be based on  President Mahama’s perceived position on Ghana’s Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the anti-gay Bill currently before Parliament.

The Ghana Embassy in the United States explained that no concerns were raised during the university’s due diligence and vetting processes.

Part of Ghana’s Embassy statement read, “It is both surprising and regrettable that such concerns have surfaced at this late stage, particularly with the President already in the United States in anticipation of the visit”.

It will be recalled that Lincoln University had earlier announced on March 19, 2026, that it would be conferring the honour on the President for his global leadership.

Portions of Lincoln University’s earlier statement read, “Lincoln University is proud to announce that His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Fourth Republic of Ghana and the African Union’s Champion for Advancing the Cause of Justice and the Payment of Reparations, will receive an honorary doctorate from the university on March 26, 2026.

“This is coming in recognition of his outstanding contributions to public service, democratic governance, peaceful international and inter-African relationships, and global advocacy for justice, equality, and education.”

“Lincoln University is deeply honoured to welcome President John Dramani Mahama to our campus and to bestow upon him an honorary degree in recognition of his distinguished leadership,” Dr Allen said in the statement.

However, in another update, Lincoln University’s official website stated that it has cancelled the President’s visit, citing what it described as “unforeseen circumstances” for the decision.

The update read, “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the university is cancelling the visit from John Dramani Mahama, President of The Republic of Ghana, originally scheduled for Thursday, March 26th”.

Meanwhile, the Assemblies of God Church, Ghana, has said that the decision by Lincoln University in the United States to cancel an honorary doctorate that had been scheduled for President John Dramani Mahama.

In a statement signed by the General Secretary, Rev Ernest Birikorang, Assemblies of God Church, Ghana, stated that Lincoln University’s decision does not dishonour, but rather honours President John Mahama.

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Gold essential to Mahama’s reset agenda – Sammy Gyamfi

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Gold essential to Mahama’s reset agenda – Sammy Gyamfi

Sammy Gyamfi, the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, has said Gold is essential to President John Dramani Mahama’s reset agenda.

The GoldBod CEO highlighted that Mahama believes that Ghana could have maximised national benefits and exerted its sovereignty over its gold resources more than it has since independence.

Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition, Sammy Gyamfi explained, “But the president, I think, saw something in me that many had not noticed at the time, and he decided to give me this opportunity, supported by my able minister, who is like a brother to me as well, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, we have been able to push the agenda of the president for the gold sector”.

“Gold is very essential to the reset agenda of the President, because he believes that Ghana could have maximised national benefits and exerted its sovereignty over its good resources more than we have done since independence”.

“And so when he was given the second opportunity to govern as president, he needed a certain urgency for his agenda of transformation, for not only the exploitation, but also the market and the trading of our good resources to ensure that we reset the sector and change,” he stated.

Sammy Gyamfi further added, “The narrative of leakages, the narrative of low repatriation of FX and ensure that Ghanaians are in control, not only of the exploitation of our mineral resources, but also of the trading of same and that the process from that trade is coming back into the economy to support the economy and to propel his agenda, his transformation agenda for the country”.

“So that was why I believe he saw me worthy, and there are many people in the NDC who are qualified for the job. So for me to have been given the opportunity was a rare privilege for which I am forever grateful to the president”.

“And every day when I wake up, my prayer is to work hard to justify the confidence he reposed in me and not to let him down. And I believe that is a prayer of my colleagues who have also been given the very privilege to serve in his government.”

Meanwhile, Sammy Gyamfi, in an earlier interview with Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, debunked claims by the Minority that the Bank of Ghana (BoG) is selling off the country’s gold reserves as politics and propaganda.

The Goldbod CEO stressed that Ghana’s gold has not been sold for consumption but has been reinvested for returns.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, part of Ghana’s gold reserves was converted into dollars and invested to earn returns.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Sammy Gyamfi explained, “When the NPP was leaving office, the reserves were approximately $9 billion. By the end of 2025, the NDC expects these reserves to be over $13 billion. These reserves include both gold and dollars.

“The general practice for middle-income countries is to keep about 20% of their reserves in gold. However, since gold prices can be volatile, the Bank of Ghana made the decision to sell some of its gold reserves and convert them into dollars.

“This strategy allows for investments yielding interest rates of 4–5%. Holding too much gold can be risky. The claims by the Minority that the Bank of Ghana is selling off Ghana’s gold reserves are purely political propaganda.

“We are not selling Ghana’s gold reserves to spend the proceeds. Instead, we converted the gold into dollars and invested them wisely. We do not plan to buy back the same gold but will replace it through a gold purchase programme. The gold was sold to Citibank in the USA and the Bank for International Settlements in Switzerland to minimise financial risk,” he said.

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“Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart” – Mahama speaks after honorary doctorate snub

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“Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart” – Mahama speaks after honorary doctorate snub

President John Dramani Mahama has said Lincoln University still holds a special place in his heart despite its decision to withdraw an honorary doctorate that was to be conferred on him.

According to John Mahama, Lincoln University cannot be separated from the story of Ghana.

He highlighted that Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart as Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, was nurtured intellectually and shaped by the University.

Speaking during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, President Mahama stated, “Whatever disagreements have arisen, for me, Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart. It is where our first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, was nurtured intellectually and shaped in his Pan-Africanist struggle. It remains hallowed ground for Ghanaians and an integral part of our history”.

“We cannot separate Lincoln University from the story of Ghana, and we will continue to hold the institution in the highest esteem,” he said.

The Ghana Embassy in the United States has expressed disappointment following Lincoln University’s decision to cancel the conferment of an honorary doctorate degree, honoris causa, for President John Dramani Mahama.

According to the Ghana Embassy in the United States, the university’s decision was communicated just hours before the scheduled visit on Thursday, March 26.

The Lincoln University decision is alleged to be based on  President Mahama’s perceived position on Ghana’s Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the anti-gay Bill currently before Parliament.

The Ghana Embassy in the United States explained that no concerns were raised during the university’s due diligence and vetting processes.

Part of Ghana’s Embassy statement read, “It is both surprising and regrettable that such concerns have surfaced at this late stage, particularly with the President already in the United States in anticipation of the visit”.

It will be recalled that Lincoln University had earlier announced on March 19, 2026, that it would be conferring the honour on the President for his global leadership.

Portions of Lincoln University’s earlier statement read, “Lincoln University is proud to announce that His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Fourth Republic of Ghana and the African Union’s Champion for Advancing the Cause of Justice and the Payment of Reparations, will receive an honorary doctorate from the university on March 26, 2026.

“This is coming in recognition of his outstanding contributions to public service, democratic governance, peaceful international and inter-African relationships, and global advocacy for justice, equality, and education.”

“Lincoln University is deeply honoured to welcome President John Dramani Mahama to our campus and to bestow upon him an honorary degree in recognition of his distinguished leadership,” Dr Allen said in the statement.

However, in another update, Lincoln University’s official website stated that it has cancelled the President’s visit, citing what it described as “unforeseen circumstances” for the decision.

The update read, “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the university is cancelling the visit from John Dramani Mahama, President of The Republic of Ghana, originally scheduled for Thursday, March 26th”.

Meanwhile, the Assemblies of God Church, Ghana, has said that the decision by Lincoln University in the United States to cancel an honorary doctorate that had been scheduled for President John Dramani Mahama.

In a statement signed by the General Secretary, Rev Ernest Birikorang, Assemblies of God Church, Ghana, stated that Lincoln University’s decision does not dishonour, but rather honours President John Mahama.

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“The intent was in good faith” – Mahama defends digital security recruitment

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“The intent was in good faith” – Mahama defends digital security recruitment

President John Dramani Mahama has, for the first time, broken his silence regarding the brouhaha surrounding the security recruitment.

According to President Mahama, the move to introduce technology into the recruitment process was to address long-standing concerns about bias in public sector hiring.

Mahama further refuted claims that ongoing recruitment into the security services was driven by favouritism.

Speaking during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, President Mahama explained, “There have been a lot of complaints that people get recruited based on who they know. This was an attempt to use digitalisation to sort through the first wave of applications. The computer doesn’t know who you are”.

“The intent was in good faith, but the response was overwhelming. We held a meeting and decided to expand the recruitment, and all those who applied don’t need to pay again,” he added.

Earlier, President John Dramani Mahama directed an increase in security services recruitment from 5000 to 10,000 yearly.

A statement from the presidency dated Monday, March 16, revealed the directive comes following a high-level meeting with heads of the various agencies.

President Mahama’s directives will see the number of men and women recruited to the various security agencies increased from twenty thousand (20,000) to forty thousand (40,000) over four years.

In a Presidency communication shared by signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, read, “President John Dramani Mahama has held a high-level meeting with the Heads of Security Agencies, Minister for the Interior and Acting Minister for Defence on the ongoing security services recruitment process.

Following a briefing on the process, the President has directed that the number of men and women to be recruited to the various security agencies should be increased from twenty thousand (20,000) to forty thousand (40,000) over a four-year period.

The President has also directed the Heads of the Security Agencies to ensure transparency and fairness in the recruitment process.

Present at the meeting were the Chief of Staff, Secretary to the President, Senior Presidential Advisor on Governmental Affairs, National Security Coordinator, Inspector General of Police, Director General Prisons, Director General Fire Service, Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service and the Director General of the Narcotics Control Commission”.

Meanwhile, the Interior Ministry has revealed that the medical screening for applicants in its ongoing security recruitment exercise will begin on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

According to the Interior Ministry, the medical screening will be at designated centres across the country.

The Interior Ministry detailed that official SMS notifications to shortlisted applicants will be sent between Sunday, March 29 and Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

In a statement issued, the Interior Ministry warned applicants seeking recruitment to be mindful of fake medical screening messages.

According to the Interior Ministry, applicants seeking recruitment are not required to send money directly to any mobile money number as part of the ongoing screening process.

The Interior Ministry further urged applicants to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to fraudulent messages.

In a statement, the Interior Ministry on Monday, March 23, stated, “The Ministry of the Interior and the Recruiting Agencies wish to inform all applicants that no SMS notifications with regard to the medical screening have been sent to any applicant. All SMSs will be sent between 29th and 31st March 2026. Medical Screening is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 7th April 2026, at designated centres across all regions.

Applicants are therefore cautioned against falling prey to SMS messages from dubious sources requesting payments for medical screening. All SMS messages will be sent from the sole authorised SMS sender ID, i.e. CSERP.

Additionally, all qualified applicants for medical screening are to note the change in their status from “Qualified” to “MEDICAL SCREENING” on their applicant portal once SMSs are sent. All applicants are therefore entreated to double-check all SMS’s received in relation to the medical screening process and ensure they see the change in status before proceeding to make payment via the secure web checkout system on their portal.

No applicant will be required to send money directly to any mobile money number. Stay Vigilant and report any cases of fraud to the email address below recruitment@mint.gov.gh”

It would be a grave and regrettable mistake to abolish Ghana School of Law – Ansa‑Asare

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It would be a grave and regrettable mistake to abolish Ghana School of Law – Ansa‑Asare

Kwaku Ansa‑Asare, a former Director of the Ghana School of Law, has said it would be a grave and regrettable mistake to abolish the Ghana School of Law.

 The former Director of the Ghana School of Law dismissed calls to abolish the institution following the passage of the Legal Education Bill.

According to Ansa‑Asare, the Ghana School of Law has been of historical significance and a long source of national pride while being a cornerstone of Ghana’s legal system.

He highlighted that the Ghana School of Law has not only moulded generations of Ghanaian lawyers but also contributed to the development of the legal profession.

Speaking on Eyewitness News on Thursday, March 26, Mr Ansa‑Asare stated, “For many years, the Ghana School of Law has been our pride. It was the first law school established in Sub-Saharan Africa specifically to train professional lawyers, and it should remain Ghana’s pride.

“I think the law school should never, ever be abolished because it is Ghana’s pride—the first law school in Sub-Saharan Africa. It would be a very sad and regrettable mistake for anyone to suggest otherwise,” he said.

He added, “The law school is a professional training point. So I think that what is going to happen is that the law school will continue to train professional lawyers. That responsibility has not been taken away. It is the monopoly that has been removed,” he added.

His comments follow, Parliament of Ghana officially passing the Legal Education Reform Bill, marking a major shift in the country’s legal training system.

The law removes the Ghana School of Law’s long-standing monopoly and allows other accredited institutions to offer professional legal education.

The reform is expected to ease admission pressure, expand opportunities for law graduates, and improve training quality, while ensuring strict regulation and consistent standards are maintained across all institutions through strengthened oversight nationwide.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament, the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, detailed that with the passage of the bill, the NDC has fulfilled its commitment to promoting equity, fairness, and improved access to legal education in Ghana.

He stated, “As has been typical of the NDC, promises made are delivered. We promised law students that if they vote for us, we will carry out reforms that will ensure equity, fairness and access to legal education”.

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, however, took a swipe at the NDC government.

Afenyo-Markin accuse the NDC government of failing to deliver on some of its key campaign promises.

The minority leader highlighted that the reform of legal education is important, but the government must also demonstrate commitment to other critical pledges made to Ghanaians.

Also, in a post shared by X, the Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, detailed that he has been working on this for nearly 10 years, noting that when he began, naysayers said it wasn’t possible.

He wrote, “Breaking News:

1. Parliament of Ghana has just passed the groundbreaking LEGAL EDUCATION REFORM BILL, 2026.

2. This is a product of nearly 10 years of persistent and consistent advocacy on my part, which my Party bought into and made a major campaign promise.

3. When I began, the naysayers said it wasn’t possible.

4. The Reform is pervasive. The Bar, too, has been reformed such that we no longer have a single group of professional lawyers.

5. Today, we have the GHANA LAW SOCIETY with a huge membership at the Bar.

6. I’m a very happy man today. I wish all prospective Law students the best of luck.

7. Reform is always Good. This is a new dawn for our legal profession in Ghana.

Here we go……….”

Ghana’s colonial masters, the UK and the Netherlands, speak on decision to abstain from slavery motion

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Ghana’s colonial masters, the UK and the Netherlands, speak on decision to abstain from slavery motion

Ghana’s colonial masters, the United Kingdom and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, have issued a statement following their decision to abstain from the slavery motion to recognise slavery as the “greatest crime against humanity.”

It will be recalled that almost all the countries in the European continent abstained from the slavery motion during the debate on the resolution at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

According to the UK government, it could not support the resolution because at the time of the transatlantic slave trade, slavery was not illegal, and it objected to the assertion that slavery was the “greatest crime against humanity”.

The UK further explained that no single set of atrocities should be regarded as more or less significant than another.

The UK statement read:

“The United Kingdom recognises the gravity of the issues addressed in this resolution and welcomes the opportunity to set out its position. We have repeatedly recognised the abhorrent nature of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade, which inflicted untold harm and misery on millions of people over many decades. Its horrors were profound, and its legacy continues to leave deep scars today. The UK also believes that only by acknowledging and discussing collectively the most painful elements of the history that we share with other nations, including the transatlantic slave trade, can we come together in a spirit of solidarity and mutual respect to respond to the challenges that we all face today.

“The UK remains committed to that goal. That is why we engaged constructively throughout the negotiations on this resolution in the hope of reaching a consensual base text. However, despite our efforts, our concerns have not been taken on board. The UK continues to disagree with fundamental propositions of the text, and therefore, regrettably, could not vote in favour of it.

“Firstly, the UK is firmly of the view that we must not create a hierarchy of historical atrocities. Doing so simplifies the complexity and vast scale of suffering endured in different contexts. It risks diminishing the experiences of communities whose trauma and suffering were felt just as strongly. No single set of atrocities should be regarded as more or less significant than another. We should approach all historical injustices with the same seriousness, empathy and respect, to ensure that no one group is made to feel that their suffering is being overshadowed or treated as secondary.

“Furthermore, it’s essential and integral to the rule of law that the formation and evolution of international law is governed by clear and well-defined principles. The principles of intertemporality and non-retroactivity are long-standing tenets of international law. They are essential to ensuring legal stability. According to the intertemporal rule, the applicable law is the law of the relevant time. International courts and tribunals have routinely upheld these principles.

“There was equally no duty to provide reparation for historical acts that were not, at the time those acts were committed, violations of international law. These principles cannot be circumvented by recourse to the concept of continuing harms. The UK

welcomes that states have developed international law such that today’s slavery and the slave trade are rightly prohibited by treaties and under customary international law, and enslavement is now recognised as a constituent element of a crime against humanity. Nonetheless, it’s important to acknowledge with deep regret that the prohibitions on slavery, the slave trade, and what are now considered crimes against humanity had not yet been established in international law at the time of the transatlantic slave trade. None of the recognised sources of international law, as set out in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice, identify a prohibition on slavery and the slave trade until the 20th century.

“The United Kingdom appreciates that Ghana, on behalf of the African Union, consistently stressed that this resolution was not to be read as a legal document. This was restated by the drafters at every informal consultation. In this context, the UK and others offered specific language to move the text from legal to political discourse, while still reflecting the sheer gravity and horror of the acts. Member states also suggested the text should be considered by the (sic) committee. Again, this was met with the response that this was a political declaration. The United Kingdom is keen to underscore this point on the AU’s intention, while we continue to regret the failure to accept language that would have put the matter beyond doubt. I thank you.”

The Netherlands statement also stated,

“The Kingdom of the Netherlands remains firmly committed to addressing racism and discrimination. We share the importance that the African group attaches to the lasting consequences of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade. We fully recognise the profound injustice of this history and its continued impact today.

“In December 2022, the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands offered formal apologies for the actions of the Dutch state towards enslaved people in the past who suffered as a consequence of those actions everywhere in the world, as well as to all their descendants up to the present day. In July 2023, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander apologised for the Netherlands’ slavery past.

“As a member of the European Union, we engage constructively in the negotiations on this resolution, and we greatly appreciate the efforts by Ghana and the African Union to bring forward this important initiative. In this vein, I would like to also say that we align ourselves with the statement delivered by the EU, and we sincerely regret that no consensus could be reached on a formulation that addresses key legal and substantive concerns.

“Having said that, the Kingdom of the Netherlands cannot support references that suggest the retroactive application of international law, including the implication of a legal obligation to provide reparations for acts that were not a violation of international law at the time they were committed. We also cannot agree to the introduction of a hierarchy among crimes against humanity, including the designation of one as the gravest, nor to references related to the non-applicability of statutory limitations. For these reasons, Mr Chair, and despite the importance we attach to this very subject matter, my delegation has abstained on this resolution. Thank you.”

NPP Minority ‘runs’ to CHRAJ to investigate Ibrahim Mahama          

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NPP Minority ‘runs’ to CHRAJ to investigate Ibrahim Mahama          

The NPP Minority in Parliament has disclosed plans to petition the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) to investigate businessman Ibrahim Mahama.

According to the NPP minority, they are petitioning CHRAJ to investigate Ibrahim Mahama and his company, Engineers & Planners, over their involvement in the takeover of the Damang Mine, and also the use of his private jet by President John Dramani Mahama.

The Minority raised concerns about constitutional breaches in the process used to select an investor for the Damang Mine, arguing that the procedure lacked transparency and fairness.

According to the NPP minority, the whole process appeared to have been programmed, rather than conducted through a truly competitive and merit-based selection system.

Speaking to journalists in Parliament on Thursday, March 26, members of the Minority Caucus stated, “The Minority will not accept the government characterisation of this process as competitive. What we see is a winner being arranged and not selected.

“Under Article 287 (1) of the 1992 Constitution, any person may petition CHRAJ to investigate violations of chapter 24 and so the minority is formally considering a joint civil society organisations, professional bodies and concerned citizens on both the private jet and the Damang Mine process as two manifestations of the same constitutional beach.”

Earlier, the minority in parliament had alleged that Ghana is dangerously drifting towards state capture in the mining sector, just one year into President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.

According to the NPP minority, Ibrahim Mahama, brother of President John Mahama, is wielding undue influence in Ghana’s mining sector.

They alleged that since the President’s return to office, companies linked to Ibrahim Mahama have gained unprecedented and unfair advantages.

Speaking to journalists in Parliament, the Minority Spokesperson on Lands and Natural Resources, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, stated, “Now Ghana stands today at a defining moment in our natural resource governance. Barely one year into the administration of President John Dramani Mahama, we are witnessing what can only be described as a dangerous drift towards state capture in the mining sector,” Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong stated.

“This is not an abstract concern. This is not rhetorical or alarmist. This is unfolding in real time through decisions, patterns, and actions that threaten our institutional integrity, economic stability, and democratic accountability.”

Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong pointed to Ibrahim Mahama’s upcoming transition of the Damang gold mine from Goldfields Ghana as an example of the lack of transparency.

According to the minority, Parliament and the Ghanaian public have been kept in the dark about who will operate the asset.

The Minority further alleged that there was a systematic placement of individuals with close ties to Ibrahim Mahama in Ghana’s mining sector’s regulatory landscape.

Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong fingered the appointment, the CEO of GIADEC was the personal lawyer of Ibrahim Mahama, and that a member of the GIADEC board, Mr Augustus Agbeli-Amegashi as close associate of Ibrahim Mahama’s Exton Cubic Group and Engineers & Planners.

Also, pointing to the Deputy CEO of the Minerals Commission in charge of Local Content and Mineral Titles, Victoria Awuni, who worked as a group manager for compliance at Ibrahim Mahama’s Engineers & Planners.

Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong further stressed that the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, was also the public relations officer for Ibrahim Mahama’s Exton Cubic.

The minority added, “Taken individually, each of these may be explained, but taken together, they point to something far more serious and dangerous, a growing convergence between public institutions and a single private corporate orbit”.

“Every major agency that should report to the Minister now answers to Ibrahim Mahama’s orbit, not to the Minister or Parliament,” Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong claimed.

“While they use that particular parameter to actually assess us and judge us, it is only proper that whilst in office in the last year we also try and turn the skills on them and see how they have performed under that particular parameter,” he said.

Meanwhile, reports suggest the Approval for the acquisition of the Damang Mine by Engineers and Planners was granted by former Lands Minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor, in March 2024.

A letter shared on social media from the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources dated March 12, 2024, reads, “Your letter dated 8th March, 2024, on the above-subject matter refers.

Subsequent to your letter, the Hon. Ministe requested for the advice and commendation of the Minerals Commission, pursuant to section 100(2) of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), which was recelved on 12% March, 2024 The Commission indicates that your company has gained considerable experience in mining, and is currently engaged in contract mining for Abosso Goldificlds Limited’s Damang Gold Mine.

Based on the representations in your letter and on the recommendation of the Minerals Commission, the Hon. Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has no objection to Engineers and Planners Co. Ltd. entering into negotiations with Abosso Goldfields Limited for the purposes of acquiring the Damang Gold Mine.

This no objection, however, does not affect the right of the Government of Ghana to approve or reject any transaction and/or agreement concluded between the parties. Accordingly, any agreement concluded between you on one hand, and Abosso Goldfields Limited, on the other hand, shall be subject to the express approval or otherwise of the Government of Ghana. For the avoidance of doubt, any such agreement shall not be valid, and no rights shall pass under such an agreement without the consent of the Government of Ghana. This no objection is granted subject to the above reservations”.

“You don’t ask questions, you give him more sex to lie, steal” – Duncan-Williams fires wives of corrupt Politicians

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“You don’t ask questions, you give him more sex to lie, steal” – Duncan-Williams fires wives of corrupt Politicians

Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, the Presiding Bishop of the Action Chapel International, has fired shots at the wives of corrupt politicians.

The man of God, in a viral video speaking to his congregation, lambasted the wives of politicians who, according to him, enable their husbands to steal from the country.

According to Duncan Williams, wives of politicians must hold them accountable, but they do not care how their husbands make money, as they enjoy it and give them more sex, encouraging them to lie, steal, scheme, and destroy the poor.

The man of God highlighted that he is not cursing anyone, but the evil that men do lives after them, adding that the law of sowing and reaping does not need your address or telephone number when it is time for one to reap.

Duncan-Williams, in the viral video, stated, “Because they push for their party to come to power, even though they don’t have the capacity, they are given positions without merit, and they misbehave. And they have wives who will never tell their husbands.

“You have never worked before, you’ve never set up any business, you don’t pay taxes. How come suddenly you come home with a briefcase of money? Where is this money coming from? Where is this brand-new car coming from? Where did you get money to build this new house?”

“You don’t ask questions. You enjoy it and give him more sex, encouraging him to kill, lie, steal, scheme, destroy, and make money at the expense of poor people. You don’t understand the implications. I’m not cursing anybody, but I’m telling you by authority, make no mistake”.

Duncan-Williams added“The evil that men do lives after them. Make no mistake. The law of sowing and reaping does not need your address or telephone number. When it is time for you to reap, it will find you”.

Duncan Williams added, “As long as you belong to a party, when your party comes into office, you are given a position to share the national cake. You take what you please at the expense of the suffering citizens. And you think you are going free? No…you will end up with some evil disease.

“We live in a society that is passive and cowardly. You see what is wrong, and nobody talks; a day will come when truth shall emerge; it does not matter how long you hide it. You think you are powerful today, we are destroying one another, we are destroying the country,” he added.

In related news, Archbishop Charles Agyinasare, the founder of Perez Chapel International, has declared that public officers and ordinary people who steal will vomit them.

According to Archbishop Charles Agyinasare, a person who engages in a corrupt act will pay for their actions.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X on January 18, 2026, Archbishop Agyinasare stated, “Public officers and those who go into public office, including politics, and within four years acquire more than a house and a good car because they stole, inflated prices, or inflated contracts, will vomit it”.

He added, “Ordinary people who work for others in this nation and steal from them will also vomit it,” he added.

In an earlier news, Archbishop Charles Agyinasare has urged the John Mahama-led government to make sure that persons who looted state resources are not left unpunished.

According to Archbishop Charles Agyinasare, although the Mahama government has ushered in fresh hope for renewal and reform, no accused person has been tried and jailed after a year.

Speaking to his congregation on 31st December 2025, Watch-night Agyinasare quoted Ecclesiastes 8:11 to drive home the need to punish criminals. “Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore, the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.”

He lamented, “In one year of the NDC government, not many have been tried and jailed yet, even though there was so much campaigning on dealing with corruption. We must turn around and insist that punishment meets wrongdoing and those who have swallowed our riches must be made to vomit.”

The man of God added, “AI analysis reflects a common Ghanaian perception: politics is seen as a route to personal enrichment—procurement scandals, weak accountability, and a ‘soli’ culture of cash handouts, especially during elections.”

“The way some politicians are enriching themselves before the ordinary citizens very soon we would have more politicians than citizens because everyone would want to be a politician.”

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“Don’t hand over any liquid cash to African leaders” – Dan Kwaku Yeboah on slavery reparatory

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“Don’t hand over any liquid cash to African leaders” – Dan Kwaku Yeboah on slavery reparatory

Dan Kwaku Yeboah, a veteran broadcaster, has told Western Nations not to hand over any liquid cash to African leaders.

The Journalist congratulated the president for winning the debate on reparatory justice, which acknowledges the slave trade as a crime against humanity.

However, he raised concerns about monetary compensation for the Transatlantic Slave Trade, arguing that such funds are unlikely to benefit the average African.

According to Dan Kwaku Yeboah, if proceeds from oil, gold, and bauxite royalties failed to solve Africa’s economic problems, what would a possible compensation do for Africans?

Speaking during an interview on Ade Akye Abia on Okay FM on Thursday, March 26, 2026, Dan Kwaku Yeboah stated, “If proceeds from oil, gold, and bauxite royalties failed to solve our economic problems or spur meaningful development, what will a possible compensation do for us?”.

Yeboah jokingly added, “They sometimes behave like the addicts in our neighbourhoods; when you give them gari, they ask for sugar. They say, ‘Thank you for yesterday’s gari, but what are you doing for me today?’ Our current posture in managing resources does not justify the demand for monetary reparations”.

“It would be better to invest any compensation into specific infrastructural projects rather than handing over liquid cash to our leaders”, he stated.

Meanwhile, Ghana’s foreign minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has clarified that African leaders are not asking for money for themselves, as it goes against their conscience.

According to Ablakwa, African leaders are demanding compensation but are not asking for money for themselves.

Ablakwa highlighted that African leaders do not seek to profit from this but want justice for the victims and courses to be supported, educational and endowment funds, skills training funds.

Speaking to the media at the UN, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa clarified, “We have made it clear that African leaders, or Carribean leaders are not looking for money, it goes against our conscience to seek to profit from this, we don’t want any payment made to us directly, we are talking about courses to deal with the strutural inequalities and we are also talking about the return of artefacts”.

Also, Irina Abramova, Director of the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, has revealed that Russia is ready to help Africa calculate slavery reparations claims.

According to Irina Abramova, Russia will support African countries in calculating the total amount of reparations that Western nations could pay for crimes committed during the colonial period.

She explained that Russia will collaborate with African experts to build a strong, evidence-based case for reparations.

Speaking on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, during a press conference on the theme “The Responsibility of Western Metropolises for the Consequences of Colonisation: History and Modernity,” Irina Abramova made this known.

Madam Abramova explained, “We aim to unite the efforts of Russian scholars – mathematicians, programmers, historians, and economists – with African researchers in order to jointly substantiate the scale of these reparations and move forward with legal claims on various international platforms”.

“In addition to being an outstanding political figure, John Mahama is also a scholar. He actively promotes the reparations agenda, which is increasingly evolving from a historical and political discourse into a concrete, practical agenda,” Abramova added.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

“I am not looking for money, I need justice” – Ibrahim Mahama speaks after meeting with POMAB

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“I am not looking for money, I need justice” – Ibrahim Mahama speaks after meeting with POMAB

Ibrahim Mahama, a Renowned Ghanaian visual artist, has stated he is pursuing justice rather than money in his alleged assault by police officers.

Speaking to the media after the meeting with the Police Management Board (POMAB) on Thursday, March 26, 2026, Ibrahim Mahama stated, “No, we are not looking for compensation. There is no way we are looking for money. Obviously, I don’t need that. It’s not about that. It’s more just about justice”.

“We just want to make sure people understand what transpired that day. Because we are all in the country, we are in a democracy. We want to understand what is happening and see how we can solve it,” he added.

“So that when other people are elsewhere, and things like this happen, at least they are assured that in the country they live in, their matter will be taken seriously and there will be some kind of justice,” he said.

It will be recalled that Ibrahim Mahama, was allegedly assaulted by the IGP’s special operations team, also known as Black Maria, in Tamale.

Reports suggest he was beaten for filming the Black Maria team as they unsuccessfully forced their way through a traffic jam while on a mission.

Speaking in an interview, Ibrahim Mahama stated, “They broke into our bus, forced me to open my phone and deleted the pictures. From the beginning to the end, everything was an assault”.

“The Police (Black Maria) team with their sirens tried to pass through the traffic by clearing the way, but were not successful. After several attempts, they began confronting the motorists, which resulted in physical assault on the civilians,” he explained.

“They beat us up and forced my boss Ibrahim Mahama to open his password and delete the videos. They took us to Sakasaka Police Station and beat us up again,” Ibrahim Mahommed further stated.

Following the assault, Ibrahim Mahama and the other injured persons were taken to Habannah Hospital in Tamale for treatment.

The artist lost two of his front teeth as a result of the attack.

Speaking at a press conference in Tamale on Monday, March 23, Ibrahim Mahama stated, “Certainly, we are considering legal action. It’s very important. It’s a no-brainer. We have to do it”.

“It’s not for me, but it’s actually for everyone else because if this could happen to me, as well-known as I am, then what about the people on the street? Who’s going to speak for that person? So, we have to do it for the benefit of the collective society that we’re in.”

Ibrahim Mahama further added, “That evening, I was meant to travel to the UK because I had to go and give some lectures in some schools from Cambridge to Oxford to the Royal College in London, and also continue to Helsinki for work and then to Amsterdam and then to South Africa before coming home”.

“But all those trips have to be cancelled, and I don’t think I can even travel for the next month because the last few days I have not even eaten solid food because my lips are all bruised, and three of my teeth are broken, I have sores in my mouth. Currently, it has put my entire life on hold.”

The Ghanaian artist further raised concerns about Black Maria’s alleged pattern of abuse.

He added, “Of course, we’ve heard many stories about the same unit and the brutalities. That’s why they could say that we could kill you and nothing will happen.”

“If at the end of the day, through these brutal actions, a lot of us young people will not feel like we need to stay in a place like this, then it’s rather on the bad side of justice,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has confirmed a probe into the assault on the internationally-acclaimed artist and Founder and owner of Red Clay Studio, Ibrahim Mahama, by “some officers”, but denies Black Maria’s involvement.

According to the Police, Black Maria Team was withdrawn from the Northern Region by the IGP on March 5.

BoG is not selling off Ghana’s gold reserves – GoldBod CEO tackles NPP Minority

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BoG is not selling off Ghana’s gold reserves – GoldBod CEO tackles NPP Minority

Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, has said claims by the NPP Minority that the Bank of Ghana (BoG) is selling off the country’s gold reserves are politics and propaganda.

The Goldbod CEO stressed that Ghana’s gold has not been sold for consumption but has been reinvested for returns.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, part of Ghana’s gold reserves was converted into dollars and invested to earn returns.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Sammy Gyamfi explained, “When the NPP was leaving office, the reserves were approximately $9 billion. By the end of 2025, the NDC expects these reserves to be over $13 billion. These reserves include both gold and dollars.

“The general practice for middle-income countries is to keep about 20% of their reserves in gold. However, since gold prices can be volatile, the Bank of Ghana made the decision to sell some of its gold reserves and convert them into dollars.

“This strategy allows for investments yielding interest rates of 4–5%. Holding too much gold can be risky. The claims by the Minority that the Bank of Ghana is selling off Ghana’s gold reserves are purely political propaganda.

“We are not selling Ghana’s gold reserves to spend the proceeds. Instead, we converted the gold into dollars and invested them wisely. We do not plan to buy back the same gold but will replace it through a gold purchase programme. The gold was sold to Citibank in the USA and the Bank for International Settlements in Switzerland to minimise financial risk,” he said.

Meanwhile, Dr Johnson Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), has invited the Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, to come and visit the Central Bank over his concerns surrounding Ghana’s gold transactions.

The BoG dismissed allegations being made by Kofi Bentil that the Bank’s sale of gold had resulted in financial losses.

 Dr Asiama explained that a profit of $1.3 billion was made from the transaction, as there were no losses.

 He argued that the institution operates transparently and remains open to scrutiny.

According to the BoG Governor, Kofi Bentil, he must stop the wild allegations and visit the Central Bank to see the books on Ghana’s 18 tonnes of gold.

Speaking at the 129th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) press conference in Accra on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Dr Asiama explained, ” These things you have to put them into proper context, it is not that literal, as I said today, Gold prices are at $4,800, it went up to $5300. What that tells you is that it is very volatile, there is no guarantee that it will stay at $5300 forever”.

A decision was taken last year to diversify. At the time, there was no indication that the Venezuela crisis was going to escalate, or that the Iran crisis was going to escalate at the time. Every thought price has peaked, it was around $4200. In taken those decisions, the appropriate channels were used, and there were no breaches.

The BoG boss added, “A lot of the things we hear out there are just things we don’t even want to respond to; we have all the information. I was in parliament last week to answer all those questions. Mr Kofi Bentil ask him to come to us anytime.

Those things being said outside there, I don’t know what they want to achieve. Kofi Bentil should pay us a visit; he should stop those wild allegations. We are ready to answer him; he should just make a call and come,” he said.

“I’m ready to open the books; he should come, and I will explain to him,” Dr Asiama added.

No more Makola monopoly as Parliament passes Legal Education Reform Bill

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No more Makola monopoly as Parliament passes Legal Education Reform Bill

The Parliament of Ghana has officially passed the Legal Education Reform Bill, marking a major shift in the country’s legal training system.

The law removes the Ghana School of Law’s (Makola) long-standing monopoly and allows other accredited institutions to offer professional legal education.

The reform is expected to ease admission pressure, expand opportunities for law graduates, and improve training quality, while ensuring strict regulation and consistent standards are maintained across all institutions through strengthened oversight nationwide.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament, the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, detailed that with the passage of the bill, the NDC has fulfilled its commitment to promoting equity, fairness, and improved access to legal education in Ghana.

He stated, “As has been typical of the NDC, promises made are delivered. We promised law students that if they vote for us, we will carry out reforms that will ensure equity, fairness and access to legal education”.

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, however, took a swipe at the NDC government.

Afenyo-Markin accuse the NDC government of failing to deliver on some of its key campaign promises.

The minority leader highlighted that the reform of legal education is important, but the government must also demonstrate commitment to other critical pledges made to Ghanaians.

Also, in a post shared by X, the Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, detailed that he has been working on this for nearly 10 years, noting that when he began, naysayers said it wasn’t possible.

He wrote, “Breaking News:

1. Parliament of Ghana has just passed the groundbreaking LEGAL EDUCATION REFORM BILL, 2026.

2. This is a product of nearly 10 years of persistent and consistent advocacy on my part, which my Party bought into and made it a major campaign promise.

3. When I began, the naysayers said it wasn’t possible.

4. The Reform is pervasive. The Bar, too has been reformed such that we no longer have a single group of professional lawyers.

5. Today, we have the GHANA LAW SOCIETY with a huge membership at the Bar.

6. I’m a very happy man today. I wish all prospective Law students the best of luck.

7. Reform is always Good. This is a new dawn for our legal profession in Ghana.

Here we go……….”

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“Security, Masa, are you here for work or for women?” – Asiedu Nketiah spoils security man’s moves

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“Security, Masa, are you here for work or for women?” – Asiedu Nketiah spoils security man’s moves

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has scolded a security officer in a viral video.

In the viral video, the NDC questioned the security officer whether he was at the event to work or to chase women.

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, in the video, stated, “Security, masa (master), are you here to work or chase after women?”

His remarks drew laughter from people nearby as he repeatedly addressed the officer.

The NDC National Chairman is on a three-day ‘Thank You Tour’ of the Ashanti Region.

In related news, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has urged Ghanaians and party members to exercise patience as President John Mahama works to provide opportunities for everyone.

According to Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the anger being displayed by Ghanaian youths over the low intake of applicants in Ghana’s security services will not solve anything.

The NDC Chairman detailed that the first priority is to strengthen the economy, which will create more employment opportunities for Ghanaian youth.

Speaking to party supporters in Dodowa in the Greater Accra Region, Asiedu Nketiah stated, “The anger will not solve the problem. Without sufficient funds, how can we employ more than necessary? Fixing issues takes time. The first priority is to strengthen the economy, and President Mahama is working diligently on this.

“We are already beginning to see the benefits. We must exercise a little more patience to allow these efforts to create opportunities for everyone,” he said.

He added, “Rising impatience will not help. Let us learn to be patient. Things will improve, and this government is committed to opening up opportunities for all.”

Also, the NDC Chairman has bemoaned that Ghana’s universities are merely training students mainly to seek employment.

The NDC National Chairman highlighted that Ghana needs a reorientation of its educational system to emphasise innovation and entrepreneurship.

According to Asiedu Nketiah, innovation and entrepreneurship are the ways Ghana can address its growing youth unemployment.

Speaking during the launch of the Volta Youth Development Fund in Ho on Saturday, March 7, cited that in many developed countries, universities focus on researching societal problems and developing solutions that contribute to economic growth.

Asiedu Nketiah stated, “In many developed countries, universities research societal problems and develop solutions that contribute to economic growth, but here most of our universities are training students mainly to seek employment”.

“It is simply not possible for any government to employ all graduates coming out of our universities. Somebody must begin to create jobs and employment opportunities so that others can also be employed,” he said.

“Economies grow when people identify problems affecting society and convert solutions into sources of income,” he said.

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Ghana to establish Gold Souk – GoldBod CEO hints

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Ghana to establish Gold Souk – GoldBod CEO hints

Sammy Gyamfi, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana GoldBod, has said President John Dramani Mahama wants Ghana to establish its own Gold Souk.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, the GoldBod CEO, said, “President Mahama wants us to have our own mini gold souk like Dubai has. Dubai does not have gold, but they have a gold souk where people trade in gold jewellery.

He wants us to create a golden kilometer and on that kilometre stretch of road, we will be selling only gold jewellery, so that if anyone comes to Ghana and wants to see our gold, they can be taken there”.

A Gold Souk is dedicated to trading gold jewellery, precious stones, and rare metals.

Sammy Gyamfi further clarified that the company made no financial contribution toward the organisation of the Women of Valour event in London.

The GoldBod CEO clarified that GoldBod was only listed as a partner and had intended to offer its products to attendees at the event at discounted prices.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, while there may have been a form of partnership, it did not involve any monetary sponsorship.

Sammy Gyamfi highlighted that any collaboration may have been limited to promotional arrangements, adding that any arrangement would involve offering discounts under themed campaigns like “Love Month” and “Ghana Month.”

Sammy Gyamfi clarified, “I have checked the records, and anybody can also come and check them. Goldbod didn’t contribute even GH¢1 to the Women of Valour event.

GoldBod Jewellery is a subsidiary of GoldBod. The managing director has designed a plan to sponsor an event, and I want the women attending to connect with our jewellery. If given the opportunity, I would market our jewellery to them”.

“I was pleased to learn about a partnership that didn’t require GoldBod Jewellery to provide financial support. In fact, they were not listed as a sponsor. I confirmed with GoldBod Jewellery, and they did not contribute any money to the programme,” he stated.

Sammy Gyamfi added, “We recently held a Love Month promotion where organisations could partner with us to offer special discounts on our jewellery. This is a type of partnership we are proud to facilitate. March was Ghana Month, and we will also be providing discounts for Heritage Month”.

“Some people mistakenly believed that money had exchanged hands, but that was not the case. I think it’s important for Ghanaians to support locally made products. The misunderstanding and resulting anger stemmed from incorrect information,” he added.

Also, Sammy Gyamfi has said claims by the NPP Minority that the Bank of Ghana is selling off the country’s gold reserves are politics and propaganda.

The Goldbod CEO stressed that Ghana’s gold has not been sold for consumption but has been reinvested for returns.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, part of Ghana’s gold reserves was converted into dollars and invested to earn returns.

Sammy Gyamfi explained, “When the NPP was leaving office, the reserves were approximately $9 billion. By the end of 2025, the NDC expects these reserves to be over $13 billion. These reserves include both gold and dollars.

“The general practice for middle-income countries is to keep about 20% of their reserves in gold. However, since gold prices can be volatile, the Bank of Ghana made the decision to sell some of its gold reserves and convert them into dollars.

“This strategy allows for investments yielding interest rates of 4–5%. Holding too much gold can be risky. The claims by the Minority that the Bank of Ghana is selling off Ghana’s gold reserves are purely political propaganda.

“We are not selling Ghana’s gold reserves to spend the proceeds. Instead, we converted the gold into dollars and invested them wisely. We do not plan to buy back the same gold but will replace it through a gold purchase programme. The gold was sold to Citibank in the USA and the Bank for International Settlements in Switzerland to minimise financial risk,” he said.

“GoldBod didn’t contribute even GH¢1 to the Women of Valour event” – Sammy Gyamfi

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“GoldBod didn’t contribute even GH¢1 to the Women of Valour event” – Sammy Gyamfi

Sammy Gyamfi, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana GoldBod, has reiterated that the company made no financial contribution toward the organisation of the Women of Valour event in London.

The GoldBod CEO clarified that GoldBod was only listed as a partner and had intended to offer its products to attendees at the event at discounted prices.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, while there may have been a form of partnership, it did not involve any monetary sponsorship.

Sammy Gyamfi highlighted that any collaboration may have been limited to promotional arrangements, adding that any arrangement would involve offering discounts under themed campaigns like “Love Month” and “Ghana Month.”

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Sammy Gyamfi clarified, “I have checked the records, and anybody can also come and check them. Goldbod didn’t contribute even GH¢1 to the Women of Valour event.

GoldBod Jewellery is a subsidiary of GoldBod. The managing director has designed a plan to sponsor an event, and I want the women attending to connect with our jewellery. If given the opportunity, I would market our jewellery to them”.

“I was pleased to learn about a partnership that didn’t require GoldBod Jewellery to provide financial support. In fact, they were not listed as a sponsor. I confirmed with GoldBod Jewellery, and they did not contribute any money to the programme,” he stated.

Sammy Gyamfi added, “We recently held a Love Month promotion where organisations could partner with us to offer special discounts on our jewellery. This is a type of partnership we are proud to facilitate. March was Ghana Month, and we will also be providing discounts for Heritage Month”.

“Some people mistakenly believed that money had exchanged hands, but that was not the case. I think it’s important for Ghanaians to support locally made products. The misunderstanding and resulting anger stemmed from incorrect information,” he added.

In related news, GoldBod Jewellery Limited has denied financially sponsoring Nana Aba Anamoah’s 2026 Women of Valour event held in London after facing criticism on social media.

According to the GoldBod Jewellery, it was listed as a partner, but its role was limited to offering promotional jewellery discounts to participants as part of its Ghana Heritage Month campaign, not direct funding.

In a statement issued on its X page on March 8, 2026, responding to the concerns, GoldBod Jewellery stated, “GoldBod Jewellery Limited is listed as one of the partners of this year’s Women of Valour event because the company offered discounts on jewellery purchases to participants of the programme as part of our ongoing Ghana Heritage Month promotions, similar to our Valentine’s Month discounts”.

“The company did not contribute funds toward the organisation of the event,” the statement added.

The statement further added, “At GoldBod Jewellery, we focus on manufacturing and retailing timeless pieces of made-in-Ghana jewellery for our valued customers in Ghana and abroad”.

GoldBod Jewellery clarification comes after viral videos and images online, which showed the company listed among partners of Nana Aba Anamoah’s 2026 Women of Valour event.

The viral video and images have triggered backlash from some netizens, particularly NDC grassroots members, who questioned why the state-linked jewellery brand would support a private event.

The recently concluded Woman of Valour event in the UK on March 7, 2026, was founded by renowned broadcaster Nana Aba Anamoah.

Women from diverse backgrounds gathered at the London Hilton on Park Lane to network and celebrate International Women’s Day.

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5 dead as IGP beefs up security at Nkwanta following renewed ethnic violence

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5 dead as IGP beefs up security at Nkwanta following renewed ethnic violence

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has deployed armoured vehicles and personnel from the National Police Operations Unit to Nkwanta to beef up security.

The IGP deployment follows renewed violent attacks that have claimed five lives.

According to the Ghana Police Service, the victims, three males and two females, were found at two separate locations within the municipality by a joint security team.

The renewed ethnic violence has been linked to a long-running dispute among three ethnic groups in the Nkwanta area, the Adele, Akyode and Challa, which is fuelled by tensions over land boundaries and security concerns.

In a statement issued by the Ghana Police Service, it read, “The Inspector-General of Police has deployed two armoured vehicles with men from the National Police Operations to Nkwanta last night to beef up security, following renewed violent attacks. Calm has been restored in the area.

Five (5) identified dead bodies of three (3) males and two (2) females have been recovered from two separate locations in the Nkwanta South Municipality by a joint team of the Police, Military, the BNI, the Defence Intelligence and GNFS personnel.

Investigations have commenced to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and to identify and bring perpetrators to justice.

The people of Nkwanta and its ımmediate envrons are urgeđ to remain calm and to cooperate with security agencies by providing any relevant information that may assist with the ongoing investigations. The public is further urged to desist from misinformation and acts that have the potential to flare up passions”.

Reports detailed that the National Peace Council indicated that the conflict also involves the movement of firearms into the municipality.

“A statement issued by the National Peace Council indicated that the conflict also involves the movement of firearms into the municipality by individuals connected to the groups.

The Council said chiefs and elders of the three groups, on the same day, signed a declaration committing themselves to an immediate end to the violence and the movement of firearms.

The agreement, which also covers allied groups, requires all parties to remain within their respective land boundaries while ongoing court processes continue. It further directs the leadership of each group to instruct their members, particularly the youth, to refrain from any form of armed activity, regardless of provocation.

The National Peace Council said it would establish a joint committee to monitor compliance with the agreement. It also called on security agencies to carry out their duties professionally and to investigate all reported incidents of violence, while urging residents to cooperate fully with law enforcement authorities,” a graphic report stated.

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“If I start laughing with him, my mother’s ghost will kill me” – Stonebwoy on Shatta Wale feud

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“If I start laughing with him, my mother’s ghost will kill me” – Stonebwoy on Shatta Wale feud

Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy has spoken about his feud with his colleague, Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale.

According to Stonebwoy, reconciliation at this point with Shatta Wale feels like a betrayal of the spirit of his late mother.

Stonebwoy explained that the conflict between the two has escalated, where any public display of goodwill would come at a personal cost.

The information gathered suggests the feud between the two reached a boiling point in 2018, with Stonebwoy saying Shatta Wale had accused him of being responsible for the death of his late mother, Catherine Satekla, who passed away in 2015.

However, Shatta Wale has denied those allegations.

According to Stonebwoy, his late mother will kill him if she smiles with Shatta Wale.

Speaking in an interview with Angel FM, Stonebwoy explained, “The faction justifies it by saying ‘it’s just a game.’ But if we are trying to use our music to represent or market Ghana to the whole world, there are a lot of ways you can use to do the marketing, but there are certain statements you cannot use in the name of marketing,” he said.

He added, “Once you say certain things in the name of marketing or strategy or publicity, you have damaged it.”

“So, looking at where things have gotten to at this point, if I start smiling or laughing with the person, even my mother’s ghost will kill me,” he said.

However, Sammy Flex, the PRO and publicist of Shatta Wale, has told Dancehall musician Stonebwoy to provide evidence to back up his claim that Shatta Wale once accused him of killing his own mother.

According to Sammy Flex, Stonebwoy has a 48-hour ultimatum to provide concrete evidence to back up his claims.  

Shatta Wale’s PRO noted that the controversy has dragged on for years without any verifiable proof surfacing, adding that even in a court of law, Stonebwoy’s reluctance to provide specifics would undermine his own allegation.

Sammy Flex, on his YouTube channel, stated, “We give you some 48 hours ultimatum to prove to the whole world, give us evidence, prima facie evidence, that this is where Shatta said this. He who alleges must prove. But there is none there,” Sammy Flex declared.

“He who alleges must prove. That is just common sense. The journalist did not accuse Shatta of doing that, you are,” he said.

“If you don’t want to go into that, then let’s stop talking about it now,” he added.

“Even from 2018 till 2026, Stonebwoy is still allowing people to put out headlines like this,” he said.

His comments stem from Stonebwoy in a viral interview with Angel FM, where he stated that forgiving Shatta Wale would be impossible.

Provide evidence or stop accusing Shatta Wale negatively – Stonebwoy told

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Provide evidence or stop accusing Shatta Wale negatively – Stonebwoy told

Sammy Flex, the PRO and publicist of Shatta Wale, has told Dancehall musician Stonebwoy to provide evidence to back up his claim that Shatta Wale once accused him of killing his own mother.

According to Sammy Flex, Stonebwoy has a 48-hour ultimatum to provide concrete evidence to back up his claims.  

Shatta Wale’s PRO noted that the controversy has dragged on for years without any verifiable proof surfacing, adding that even in a court of law, Stonebwoy’s reluctance to provide specifics would undermine his own allegation.

Sammy Flex, on his YouTube channel, stated, “We give you some 48 hours ultimatum to prove to the whole world, give us evidence, prima facie evidence, that this is where Shatta said this. He who alleges must prove. But there is none there,” Sammy Flex declared.

“He who alleges must prove. That is just common sense. The journalist did not accuse Shatta of doing that, you are,” he said.

“If you don’t want to go into that, then let’s stop talking about it now,” he added.

“Even from 2018 till 2026, Stonebwoy is still allowing people to put out headlines like this,” he said.

His comments stem from Stonebwoy in a viral interview with Angel FM, where he stated that forgiving Shatta Wale would be impossible.

According to Stonebwoy, his late mother will kill him if she smiles with Shatta Wale.

Speaking in an interview with Angel FM, Stonebwoy explained, “The faction justifies it by saying ‘it’s just a game.’ But if we are trying to use our music to represent or market Ghana to the whole world, there are a lot of ways you can use to do the marketing, but there are certain statements you cannot use in the name of marketing,” he said.

He added, “Once you say certain things in the name of marketing or strategy or publicity, you have damaged it.”

“So, looking at where things have gotten to at this point, if I start smiling or laughing with the person, even my mother’s ghost will kill me,” he said.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Sammy Flex’s remarks stated, “Sammy Flex is the reason why Shatta behaves in a certain way cos as a manager, and you can’t advise the person you are managing, then there is a question mark. Was it the same Shatta who accused Bullgod 4 of killing someone, and he couldn’t provide evidence and was sued for defamation?”.

A netizen added, “Sammyflex to me personally was someone I really liked when he was a show host on a radio fm he used to be someone I really admire until he became a manager I still thought he would be same as he was but he really really proved me wrong,talking trash and destroying his legacy”.

One more X user wrote, “The truth is I remember Shatta Wale saying that, and it was Facebook live he did when he was doing his insults on Stonebwoy. He said Stonebwoy killed his mom for the BET award.. but the video is removed or something”.

A netizen added, “This guy has lost every single respect he had prior to becoming Wale’s puppet.

He’s a disgrace to journalism.

He was supposed to be the leader of the New Media fraternity, but he chose to be a puppet to a fanfooler

Everybody knows how Wale has denigrated Stone and his entire family”.

In related news, Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy have both contributed towards the Black Stars‘ 2026 World Cup campaign.

Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, the two musicians, were present at the launch of the campaign at the Kempinski Hotel on Friday night.

Shatta Wale’s $100,000 pledge, with Stonebwoy also pledging $101,000, which included $81,000 in cash and $20,000 worth of music services.

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Breakdown of estimated Slave trade exports from 1400 to 1900 by country

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Breakdown of estimated Slave trade exports from 1400 to 1900 by country

Award-winning Ghanaian investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has shared details of the breakdown of estimated Slave trade exports from 1400 to 1900 by country.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

Manasseh, in a post on X, on March 26, 2026, stated, “Estimated slave exports from 1400 to 1900 by country.

Source: “Shackled to the Past: The Causes and Consequences of Africa’s Slave Trades” by Nathan Nunn, August 2008”

The estimated slave exports from 1400 to 1900 by country featured African countries like Angola, Nigeria and Ghana, with the largest slave export.

The breakdown shows the estimated slave exports from 1400 to 1900 by country, featuring the Trans-Atlantic trade, Indian Ocean, Trans-Saharan, and the Red Sea.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has said the United Nations’ approval of a motion on slavery reparations is not the end, as it is only the beginning of the Fight for justice on slave reparations.

John Dramani Mahama at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, tabled a resolution calling on the UN to recognise the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade as the gravest crime ever committed against humanity.

Following a massive debate, the motion was adopted with 123 countries voting in favour of the slavery reparations motion tabled.

The United States, Argentina, and Israel voted against it, while 52 European Nations 52 abstained.

Speaking after the General Assembly session on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, President Mahama labelled the slavery reparations as a significant milestone.

President Mahama stressed that the outcome, while historic, must transform into sustained global action.

Speaking after the General Assembly session, Mahama stated, “This is not the end. This is the beginning. What we’ve achieved today creates a platform for the struggle for reparative justice”.

“We must take this success and begin to work so that those who denied our ancestors their humanity, those who denied our ancestors their dignity, can accept the truth that this is what happened,” he said.

He added, “Today we’ve accepted that this was a grave crime against humanity — the gravest indeed”.

“This victory is not for Ghana. We did it for the whole of Africa and all people of African descent. If we keep this coalition, we will take the next steps together,” he said.

“Today’s victory is to ensure that we do not forget, and will never forget. As long as this resolution has been passed, our ancestors will never, ever be forgotten,” he concluded.

However, Manasseh Azure Awuni has opposed President John Dramani Mahama’s calls for reparations to Africa for the transatlantic slave trade.

According to Manasseh, if reparations are to be paid, countries such as Ghana should also be required to pay them for their role in the slave trade.

He highlighted that it will not be right to pay reparations to those who took part and benefited from the slave trade, even though the benefits and exploitation of the enslaved people were disproportional.

Manasseh detailed that descendants of the slaves in America, the Caribbean and elsewhere rightfully deserve reparations, not African countries whose people captured and sold slaves.

He, however, labelled African countries that captured and sold slaves as ‘accomplices’, not victims.

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NDC planning to elect a flagbearer from the Ashanti Region – Paul Adom-Otchere claims

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NDC planning to elect a flagbearer from the Ashanti Region – Paul Adom-Otchere claims

Paul Adom-Otchere, a Ghanaian Media Personality, has claimed the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) is planning to elect a flagbearer from the Ashanti Region.

According to Paul Adom-Otchere, an important member of the NDC revealed this to him during a conversation.

Paul Adom-Otchere highlighted that the individual who revealed this to him is currently outside the country.

The veteran journalist asserted that a senior NDC member told him internal discussions are underway regarding the party’s choice of candidate.

Paul Adom-Otchere stress that the decision by the NDC stems from the NPP electing Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as its flagbearer.

Speaking with Accra-based Joy Prime on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Paul Adom-Otchere explained, “I was in a conversation with a very important NDC person outside the country. Now, he was telling me that they have made a decision that, because the NPP has selected Mahamudu Bawumia, the NDC must have an Ashanti candidate. And I said, ” Well, that’s interesting. Is it you? He laughed and said, ” Well, I mean, he’s outside the country.

“…He laughed and said, look, this is where we are going because what we need is the Ashantis to decide that they are forgiving NPP and they are voting for them again. And they vote 70 per cent, 78 per cent NPP,” Adom-Otchere claimed.

He added, saying, “The election is over. So, what we need to do as NDC is to stick to an Ashanti candidate that can secure Ashantis 35 per cent. Then we fight for the rest. This Asiedu Nketiah thing is not going to work because you guys have gone for Bawumia. He was telling me, you guys have gone for Bawumia. And he said the conversation in Kumasi is changing.”

Meanwhile, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minister of Finance, has taken a commanding lead in the NDC flagbearer race to succeed President John Dramani Mahama.

According to the latest poll by Global Info Analytics, Dr Ato Forson has taken an early lead in the NDC flagbearer race.

In the poll shared by Mussa Dankwah, the Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, 32 per cent of voters prefer Dr Ato Forson as the presidential candidate of the NDC ahead of the 2028 general election.

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the NDC, is the finance minister’s closest contender, with 25 per cent.

Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, received 23 per cent of voters saying he should represent the NDC in the 2028 presidential elections.

However, Vice President Prof Jane Naana Opoku Agyeman received 14 per cent of the votes, with only 5 per cent of voters saying they preferred other candidates.

In a post shared by Mussa Dankwah on X, he wrote, “Dr Ato Forson takes the lead in the NDC race, Asiedu Nketia gains, but Haruna Iddrisu slips to 3rd position with Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang in distance 4th according to the March 2026 National Tracking poll by @GlobaInfoPolls”.

Also, the Global Info Analytics also shared a head-to-head race with Dr Ato Forson leading in a head-to-head against Asiedu Nketia and also Haruna Iddrisu.

However, an earlier survey by Global InfoAnalytics had revealed that Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister for Education, is still in the lead as the preferred candidate to succeed President John Mahama for the NDC.

The Global InfoAnalytics poll shows Haruna Iddrisu in a lead with 29.8 per cent, while NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia secured 24.1%, and Finance Minister Ato Forson, who garnered 18.4% support.

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah is also in fourth with 10.3%, while Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa came fifth with 8.1%.

Other contenders Eric Opoku recorded 2.5%, Prof. Joshua Alabi 2.2%, and Armah Kofi-Buah 2.0%.

Kwame Awuah Darko (1.6%), Spio Garbrah (1.1%), and Okoe Vanderpuye (0.1%)  were at the bottom of the poll as the least preferred candidates to succeed John Mahama.

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“We are not looking for money” – Ablakwa on slavery reparations

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“We are not looking for money” – Ablakwa on slavery reparations

Ghana’s foreign minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has clarified that African leaders are not asking for money for themselves, as it goes against their conscience.

According to Ablakwa, African leaders are demanding compensation but are not asking for money for themselves.

Ablakwa highlighted that African leaders do not seek to profit from this but want justice for the victims and courses to be supported, educational and endowment funds, skills training funds.

Speaking to the media at the UN, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa clarified, “We have made it clear that African leaders, or Carribean leaders are not looking for money, it goes against our conscience to seek to profit from this, we don’t want any payment made to us directly, we are talking about courses to deal with the strutural inequalities and we are also talking about the return of artefacts”.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has said the United Nations’ approval of a motion on slavery reparations is not the end, as it is only the beginning of the Fight for justice on slave reparations.

John Dramani Mahama at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, tabled a resolution calling on the UN to recognise the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade as the gravest crime ever committed against humanity.

Following a massive debate, the motion was adopted with 123 countries voting in favour of the slavery reparations motion tabled.

The United States, Argentina, and Israel voted against it, while 52 European Nations 52 abstained.

Speaking after the General Assembly session on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, President Mahama labelled the slavery reparations as a significant milestone.

President Mahama stressed that the outcome, while historic, must transform into sustained global action.

Speaking after the General Assembly session, Mahama stated, “This is not the end. This is the beginning. What we’ve achieved today creates a platform for the struggle for reparative justice”.

“We must take this success and begin to work so that those who denied our ancestors their humanity, those who denied our ancestors their dignity, can accept the truth that this is what happened,” he said.

He added, “Today we’ve accepted that this was a grave crime against humanity — the gravest indeed”.

“This victory is not for Ghana. We did it for the whole of Africa and all people of African descent. If we keep this coalition, we will take the next steps together,” he said.

“Today’s victory is to ensure that we do not forget, and will never forget. As long as this resolution has been passed, our ancestors will never, ever be forgotten,” he concluded.

However, Irina Abramova, Director of the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, has revealed that Russia is ready to help Africa calculate slavery reparations claims.

According to Irina Abramova, Russia will support African countries in calculating the total amount of reparations that Western nations could pay for crimes committed during the colonial period.

She explained that Russia will collaborate with African experts to build a strong, evidence-based case for reparations.

Speaking on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, during a press conference on the theme “The Responsibility of Western Metropolises for the Consequences of Colonisation: History and Modernity,” Irina Abramova made this known.

Madam Abramova explained, “We aim to unite the efforts of Russian scholars – mathematicians, programmers, historians, and economists – with African researchers in order to jointly substantiate the scale of these reparations and move forward with legal claims on various international platforms”.

“In addition to being an outstanding political figure, John Mahama is also a scholar. He actively promotes the reparations agenda, which is increasingly evolving from a historical and political discourse into a concrete, practical agenda,” Abramova added.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

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“Event centre that hosts Lumba’s ‘Celebration of Life’ risks legal action – Abusuapanyin’s Tupac lawyers warn

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“Event centre that hosts Lumba’s ‘Celebration of Life’ risks legal action – Abusuapanyin’s Tupac lawyers warn

A lawyer with Baba Jamal & Associates representing Abusuapanyin’s Tupac has warned event centres that rent out their spaces for Lumba’s “Celebration of Life” event risk facing legal action.

Ali Yallah, representing the former Abusuapanyin’s Tupac, detailed the court’s decision to adjourn the ongoing injunction case, which indirectly bars such events.

Abusuapanyin’s Tupac lawyers stressed that anyone who facilitates them could be cited for contempt.

She explained that the directive goes beyond venues and includes individuals and businesses involved in preparations for the event, adding that anyone who produces or brands items bearing Daddy Lumba’s image for use at a celebration will be held accountable.

Abusuapanyin’s Tupac lawyers detailed that the restriction applies regardless of who is named as the organiser of the programme.

Speaking to the media at a press conference on March 25, 2026, Ali Yallah stated, “There is an injunction on Daddy Lumba’s ‘Celebration of Life’ event. Any event centre that rents out its venue for it risks legal action from Baba Jamal’s lawyers, as we consider that contempt of court. The same applies to anyone supplying chairs, packs, keyholders, or any branded items bearing Daddy Lumba’s name for such an event.

“Whether it is for organised by Akosua Serwaa, Papa Shee, or Wofa Poku, as long as it is a ‘Celebration of Life’ event, we will take action. The court has already given its ruling, and anyone who disregards it will be dealt with accordingly,” she said.

Meanwhile, an elderly woman in the Ekuorna family has claimed that they have removed Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu, commonly known as Abusuapanyin Tupac, as the family head.

It will be recalled that the elders of Parkoso gave Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu a two-week ultimatum to appear before the chiefs.

Following another gathering of the late Ghanaian Highlife legend Daddy Lumba’s family, together with elders of Parkoso, Abusuapanyin Tupac failed to honour the initial summons before the Chiefs of Parkoso.

Mama China, in a video, who spoke on behalf of the elderly women, stated that the decision to remove Kofi Owusu as family head was not solely influenced by the controversies surrounding the burial of the late Highlife legend.

Mama China stated, “Kwadwo’s death isn’t what sparked the whole issue in the family. We had already warned him several times, but because he felt that we couldn’t do anything to him, he continued to do whatever pleased him. When Kwadwo passed on, that is when things became worse.

“From today, the position he holds as Abusuapanyin has been taken away from him. He is no longer our family head,” she said.

She further added that the removal of Abusuapanyin Tupac will not prevent him from attending gatherings.

“He is our brother, and we love him, but because of what he is doing on social media, we feel ashamed because people point fingers at us and mock us. He claims he is the family head, but if we ask him to give a brief history of the stool, he won’t be able to. Yet he stands somewhere and insults us,” she added.

In another video, some male members of the family who attended the meeting also expressed their support for the women.

“We, the men in the family, also support the women. From today, Kofi Owusu is no longer the family head because he failed to show respect to the family. The same people who made him the family head are the same people who have now removed him,” an elderly man said during the meeting with the Chiefs of Parkoso.

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@dek360ghana Lawyer Hajia Fati of Baba Jamal & Associates, representing Daddy Lumba and Abusuapanin Tupac, has provided updates following today’s court hearing on the late musician’s celebration of life. #dek360ghana #news #viral #trend #viral ♬ original sound – DEK360GHANA🇬🇭

If NPP were an Akan-only party, I wouldn’t have been Minority Leader – Afenyo-Markin

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If NPP were an Akan-only party, I wouldn’t have been Minority Leader – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has cautioned against political tribalism, dismissing claims that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is an Akan-only party.

Afenyo-Markin asserted that if the NPP were an Akan-only party,  he wouldn’t have been Minority Leader.

 The Minority leader argued that his rise within the NPP opposes the claims that the NPP is exclusively Akan.

Speaking during a meeting with members of the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON) on Wednesday, March 25, Afenyo-Markin argued, “From Volta, my dad is an alumni. My mom is an Efutu woman from the Central Region. And by the way, in the last elections, the Central Region, we only had four seats,” he said.

“If we are looking at a majoritarian system, where you say that NPP is an Akan party, why would I be the minority leader? It means that the leader should come from Ashanti or Eastern. But that is not the case,” he stated.

Afenyo-Markin explained, “It’s the reason why when my colleagues were speaking and advising you, they talked about hard work. Amongst us, you realise that the party colleagues will say, “Let’s give it to this person. There will be a small debate. It’s normal. But eventually, we will settle on one”.

“I will plead with all of you. Don’t allow tribal bigotry, or tribalism, to sway your thoughts,” he cautioned.

“Don’t allow anybody to use religion to come and tell you that you are a Hindu, you are an Eckankar, you are a traditional believer, or you are a Muslim,” he said.

“You are growing up. This is a party you have chosen for yourselves. Know the values of the party. What do we stand for? Our party, when they say the traditional NPP, what do we stand for?”

Also, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin has recounted how NPP elders in 2004 halted his first attempt at the Effutu parliamentary seat.

According to Afenyo-Markin, the incident was one of the most difficult decisions he has ever encountered in his political journey.

The minority leader explained that a few days before filing at the Electoral Commission, they were called to the Castle, where NPP elders told him he had to step down as he was too young to become a Member of Parliament.

Speaking during an engagement with TESCON members at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) on March 24, 2026, Afenyo-Markin recounted, “… As a parliamentary candidate in 2004, a few days before filing at the EC, we were called to the castle. President John Agyekum Kufuor presided over the meeting. Some party elders said I was too young to be a Member of Parliament”.

The Minority leader stressed that he cried but decided to step down, placing the party’s interest above his own.

Afenyo-Markin added, “I was prevailed upon to step down. That was one of the most difficult decisions I’ve ever had to make. I cried, but I had to step down, placing the interests of the party above my own”.

The Effutu MP further disclosed another challenging moment during the party’s primaries in 2008, “Again in 2008, there was a tie at the primaries. Party elders decided that the sitting Member of Parliament, the late Owusu Adjei, should have a casting vote. Upon exercising that mandate, the final result stood at 23 against 22,” he continued.

“Once again, I accepted the outcome and stood firmly with the party, reaffirming the principle of service before personal ambition. These experiences are living examples of how TESCON’s values are tested in practice and not just in theory,” he added.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Afenyo-Markin’s claims stated, “So now you’re a minority Leader.

A party gave you a true leadership role, a majority leader, which you even refused to accept when you’re referred to as a minority leader then.

You took the party to an opposition under your watchful eyes, and you think you’re the boss in the game”.

“Afenyo-Markin talking about “Akan only party” while representing a party that has perfected the art of gatekeeping 😂… Bro, politics isn’t just about your tongue; it’s about your track record. Minority Leader today, accountability tomorrow”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “What are you saying? Even your running mates aren’t Akans, but still NPP is still an Akan party. Even some members of the party openly admit so. Don’t fight the  Akan party tag, Afenyo”.

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Russia ready to help Africa calculate slavery reparations

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Russia ready to help Africa calculate slavery reparations

Irina Abramova, Director of the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, has revealed that Russia is ready to help Africa calculate slavery reparations claims.

According to Irina Abramova, Russia will support African countries in calculating the total amount of reparations that Western nations could pay for crimes committed during the colonial period.

She explained that Russia will collaborate with African experts to build a strong, evidence-based case for reparations.

Speaking on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, during a press conference on the theme “The Responsibility of Western Metropolises for the Consequences of Colonisation: History and Modernity,” Irina Abramova made this known.

Madam Abramova explained, “We aim to unite the efforts of Russian scholars – mathematicians, programmers, historians, and economists – with African researchers in order to jointly substantiate the scale of these reparations and move forward with legal claims on various international platforms”.

“In addition to being an outstanding political figure, John Mahama is also a scholar. He actively promotes the reparations agenda, which is increasingly evolving from a historical and political discourse into a concrete, practical agenda,” Abramova added.

Reports suggest that between the 15th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken and sold into slavery.

The reparations debate has since gained renewed global attention; however, critics argue that present-day states and institutions should not be held responsible for actions carried out centuries ago.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has said the United Nations’ approval of a motion on slavery reparations is not the end, as it is only the beginning of the Fight for justice on slave reparations.

John Dramani Mahama at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, tabled a resolution calling on the UN to recognise the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade as the gravest crime ever committed against humanity.

Following a massive debate, the motion was adopted with 123 countries voting in favour of the slavery reparations motion tabled.

The United States, Argentina, and Israel voted against it, while 52 European Nations 52 abstained.

Speaking after the General Assembly session on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, President Mahama labelled the slavery reparations as a significant milestone.

President Mahama stressed that the outcome, while historic, must transform into sustained global action.

Speaking after the General Assembly session, Mahama stated, “This is not the end. This is the beginning. What we’ve achieved today creates a platform for the struggle for reparative justice”.

“We must take this success and begin to work so that those who denied our ancestors their humanity, those who denied our ancestors their dignity, can accept the truth that this is what happened,” he said.

He added, “Today we’ve accepted that this was a grave crime against humanity — the gravest indeed”.

“This victory is not for Ghana. We did it for the whole of Africa and all people of African descent. If we keep this coalition, we will take the next steps together,” he said.

“Today’s victory is to ensure that we do not forget, and will never forget. As long as this resolution has been passed, our ancestors will never, ever be forgotten,” he concluded.

However, the US acknowledges the horrors of the past, but does not accept this resolution, as they do not support legal claims for reparations.

The US representative during the  80th United Nations General Assembly argued that the US government, led by President Donald Trump, opposed the resolution.

They argued that the calls for reparations cannot hold because slavery was legal during the era of the transatlantic slave trade.

Ato Forson takes commanding lead in NDC flagbearer race –  Global Info Analytics poll

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Ato Forson takes commanding lead in NDC flagbearer race –  Global Info Analytics poll

Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minister of Finance, has taken a commanding lead in the NDC flagbearer race to succeed President John Dramani Mahama.

According to the latest poll by Global Info Analytics, Dr Ato Forson has taken an early lead in the NDC flagbearer race.

In the poll shared by Mussa Dankwah, the Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, 32 per cent of voters prefer Dr Ato Forson as the presidential candidate of the NDC ahead of the 2028 general election.

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the NDC, is the finance minister’s closest contender, with 25 per cent.

Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, received 23 per cent of voters saying he should represent the NDC in the 2028 presidential elections.

However, Vice President Prof Jane Naana Opoku Agyeman received 14 per cent of the votes, with only 5 per cent of voters saying they preferred other candidates.

In a post shared by Mussa Dankwah on X, he wrote, “Dr Ato Forson takes the lead in the NDC race, Asiedu Nketia gains, but Haruna Iddrisu slips to 3rd position with Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang in distance 4th according to the March 2026 National Tracking poll by @GlobaInfoPolls”.

Also, the Global Info Analytics also shared a head-to-head race with Dr Ato Forson leading in a head-to-head against Asiedu Nketia and also Haruna Iddrisu.

However, an earlier survey by Global InfoAnalytics had revealed that Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister for Education, is still in the lead as the preferred candidate to succeed President John Mahama for the NDC.

The Global InfoAnalytics poll shows Haruna Iddrisu in a lead with 29.8 per cent, while NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia secured 24.1%, and Finance Minister Ato Forson, who garnered 18.4% support.

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah is also in fourth with 10.3%, while Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa came fifth with 8.1%.

Other contenders Eric Opoku recorded 2.5%, Prof. Joshua Alabi 2.2%, and Armah Kofi-Buah 2.0%.

Kwame Awuah Darko (1.6%), Spio Garbrah (1.1%), and Okoe Vanderpuye (0.1%)  were at the bottom of the poll as the least preferred candidates to succeed John Mahama.

Meanwhile, Ghanaian Prophet Telvin Adjei Sowah has prophesied that the current finance minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, will become Ghana’s president for 11 years.

According to Prophet Telvin Adjei Sowah, in the 2028 election, only three people can become president.

The man of God named Joshua Alabi, Ato Forson, and Asiedu Nketia as the only three people who can become president in 2028.

He further disclosed that Ato Forson will emerge as running mate along the line and later serve as Vice President following the election victory.

Prophet Telvin Adjei Sowah further revealed that during Ato Forson’s time as Vice President, the sitting President will hand over power to him on September 19, allowing him to lead the country for a total of 11 years.

Speaking on Accra FM, Prophet Telvin Adjei Sowah stated, “There are only three people that can become president in 2028: Joshua Alabi, Ato Forson, and Asiedu Nketia”.

“Among the three, Joshua Alabi is a dormant figure. Asiedu Nketia activated him and woke him up from the background. Ato Forson is an anomaly in the timeline which is for 2028.

The first president has to run the presidency for the first four years, and then win in 2032 during 2032 he will be appointed the running mate, and officially, once that person is in power, he will run the presidency up to September 19, and he will give up the presidency to Ato Forson”.

The man of God further added, “Ato Forson will become president for 11 good years in Ghana, our beloved country.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the Global InfoAnalytics poll stated, “The way Ato Forson will flog Bawumia in the presidential election, only God can save him. A better manager of the economy will win hands down”.

“It just takes one global financial crisis to wipe out Ato Forson’s lead. As for Haruna, his quick-tempered jump into some key test social issues has dampened him massively ( asking NDC members to apologise to Annor Dompreh and Wesley girls’ school)”, a netizen added.

Another Ghanaian added, “Hon. Ato Forson name came into the NDC presidential candidate race because of his performance at the finance ministry. Hard work pays.

I prefer him because it will be economist vs economist in 2028. That will be interesting”.

One more Ghanaian added, “Ato to Forson the Economist is far better than Bawumia. Ato Forson applies the mixture of theory & common sense to manage the economy. He would never pick the Ghana card over 1000 interchanges. Bawumia’s economic prowess is hollow & unproductive. Fact: Bawumia is not fit for President”.

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