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“Justice Forson has an allegation of rape against him” – Akosua Manu on Mahama’s Supreme Court nominee

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“Justice Forson has an allegation of rape against him” – Akosua Manu on Mahama’s Supreme Court nominee

Akosua Manu, the Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to former Vice President, has raised fears about the nomination and parliamentary vetting of Supreme Court nominee, Anthony Forson Jnr concerning rape allegations against him.

She argued that the rape allegations made against Anthony Forson Jnr by Lawyer Kukua Andam were significant enough to warrant discussion during the vetting process.

According to Akosua Manu, the vetting process should have provided Justice Forson with an opportunity to directly address and clarify an allegation of rape.

Akosua Manu stressed that the accuser, Kukua Andam, should have been invited to participate in the process.

Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, August 29, Akosua Manu argued, “Justice Forson has an allegation of rape against him by one Kukua Andam. She is a lawyer who questioned his integrity. Kukua Andam should have been brought into the vetting.

“He [Justice Forson] is going for a vetting, and one of the allegations against him is rape, and it was important for him to clear the air on that issue, especially because of the position he is going to occupy. Otherwise, we downplay issues affecting women. It even signals negatively to victims of sexual misconduct. It would have been good for him to clear the air on what went on between him and the accuser.”

Akosua Manu argued that allegations of sexual misconduct, regardless of the person involved or the office, must be treated with seriousness.

Her comments followed Parliament’s approval of three nominees for appointment to the Supreme Court.

Parliament has approved the nominations of three individuals to the Supreme Court after all were recommended by the Appointments Committee and subsequently endorsed by the House, despite a dramatic boycott of the vetting process by the Minority Caucus.

The nominees include Justice Sophia Rosetta Bernasko-Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante and private legal practitioner Anthony Forson Jnr, a former President of the Ghana Bar Association.

Earlier, the Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, during the vetting of Supreme Court nominees, once again clashed with First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor and Majority Chief Whip Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

The heated confrontation flared between the Minority and Majority members of the Appointments Committee over the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees.

According to Alexander Afenyo‑Markin, both sides of the house had earlier agreed the nominees would be vetted in October, and questioned why that agreement had suddenly been changed.

The Minority leader, while addressing the Committee, was repeatedly interjected by Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

Afenyo-Markin cautioned Dafeamekpor against allowing politics to “ruin him.”

He stated, “You are my mate. I was called before you. You are my study mate. And you know, my law is unsoiled. So, stop what you are doing. Etse, don’t let politics make you behave this way. I’ve raised an issue, and he cannot rule on it. It’s a motion. He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote”.

“He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote. Please. It’s not fair. We have a right of reply. Let us reply. He shouldn’t rush. Why are we doing this to ourselves? It’s not fair. Your own position in 2024. Ayariga, you were there. You said 14 days,” he said.

He continued: “Why three days? Why? And when we react, you start shouting and threatening us. And you started threatening us. What’s going on in this country? In today’s Ghana, you can’t talk.”

“They will threaten you, frustrate you. That’s what you are doing. That is what you are doing. Maintain your own principle. You act out of political convenience. Where is your principle? Ayariga is here,” Afenyo-Markin insisted.

@ghnow_ Ralph laments the poor state of Terminal 2, saying the facility has been left to deteriorate. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ “You were my study mate, I was called before you” Minority Leader to Hon. Dafeamekpor #fyp #GHNow ♬ original sound – GHnow

AG has declined several requests to collaborate on cases – OSP

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AG has declined several requests to collaborate on cases – OSP

Samuel Appiah Darko, the Director of Strategy, Research and Communications at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), has said the Attorney-General (AG) has declined several requests from the office to collaborate on cases.

According to Samuel Appiah Darko, the OSP on several occasions approached the Office of the AG for cooperation, but their request was rejected.

He disclosed that although the OSP generally has a good working relationship with the Attorney-General and other stakeholders, there have been instances where its requests for case-specific collaboration were turned down.

Samuel Appiah Darko disclosed that several developments occur behind the scenes, but the OSP does not consider it necessary to make them public.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, August 29, Samuel Appiah Darko stated, “There are so many issues the OSP has kept quiet and not talked about. Look, there are instances where the OSP has approached the Attorney General’s office and said, let us collaborate in this matter, and we have been turned down.”

“When you are managing a state institution, a very sensitive one, it is not all the information you will come out to the public to talk about,” he noted.

He further rejected perceptions of a strained relationship with the Office of the Attorney-General.

“The reason why I have called on the show is to talk about these things. First of all, the issue that the OSP is not collaborating with the AG, I think that it is a wrong perception,” he said.

“Is that not obvious from your press conferences?” the host of the show, Samson Lardy Anyenini, asked him.

He replied, “I know that people think that there is tension between the AG and the OSP. There could be tension, but you cannot also deny the OSP from also telling Ghanaians about some of the things that it is doing, and it wants to do. For instance, if the OSP needs to respond to some information that has already been put in the public domain that may not be accurate and the OSP clarifies that, that does not mean that the OSP is breeding a fight or tension.”

In other news, KT Hammond, former Adansi Asokwa Member of Parliament and legal representative for former Power Minister Dr Kwabena Donkor, has fired shots at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) over its decision to publicly name his client as a person of interest linked to the AKSA bribery Scandal.

According to KT Hammond, the Special Prosecutor’s approach is completely unprofessional.

He slammed the Special Prosecutor over his press conference, where he publicly announced names instead of directly inviting individuals they wish to question.

KT Hammond disclosed that neither he nor his client had received any communication from the OSP concerning the investigation.

He argued that should investigators require information from his client, they should formally invite him to assist with their inquiries.

The former MP disclosed that his client would make himself available for questioning but disagreed with the argument that the public interest warranted the naming of the individuals.

Speaking on Citi FM on August 26, 2026, KT Hammond stated, “What I deprecate is this habit of announcements on the radio and the press conferences. It’s completely unprofessional. I, the lawyer, haven’t been contacted. I’m not sure my client has been contacted”.

His comment follows, Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, who named former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor and four other Ghanaian officials as persons of interest in the AKSA bribery scandal.

The Special Prosecutor identified former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor; Francis Walkson Kwasi Dzafa, a former Technical Adviser to the Minister of Power; Solomon Adjetey Sowah, a Deputy Director; Lyndon Nii Mettle, Director of Tricorp Group Limited; and Baffour Ankomah Brobbey, an employee of Tricorp Group Limited, as persons of interest.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) had been investigating the Ghana dimension of the case despite its public silence on the matter.

@ghnow_ This is how Shantel arrived at the court today for the hearing of child custody #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Ralph laments the poor state of Terminal 2, saying the facility has been left to deteriorate. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

Video – Ghana Immigration Service detains undocumented immigrants and beggars in Accra

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Video – Ghana Immigration Service detains undocumented immigrants and beggars in Accra

A video has surfaced on social media with the Ghana Immigration Service conducting yet another operation in Accra this week, detaining undocumented immigrants and beggars.

In the viral video shared by SIKAOFFICIAL, the Ghana Immigration Service officers were captured arresting several undocumented immigrants and beggars as part of efforts to address their growing presence on the streets.

Saddick Adams, reacting to the viral video, argued that the exercise will be fruitless unless they make drastic changes to the leadership of the Immigration at the borders.

He stated, “This exercise will be fruitless unless they make drastic changes to the leadership of the Immigration at the borders and implement strategic reforms.

There are more buses coming in today, and they’ll pass through into Ghana”.

Some netizens reacting to the video stated, “The Ghana Immigration Service should visit the Accra Mall, West Hills Mall, Achimota Mall Retail Centre, Achimota Melcom, old and new Achimota overhead. There are many in the places mentioned”.

A netizen added, “So the question is, how do they get an entry pass into the country through the borders? Ain’t the immigration on the borders to check all their coming into the country?”

One X user added, “This thing be nkwasiasem first class; they’ll return back to the country 100 times if you send them out 100 times. They must be stopped at our borders, not when they’ve already entered”.

“We were here when this same thing was done some months ago.

In less than six weeks, these people returned and were even more than they were earlier.

We need to be serious and find a permanent solution to these people and their activities in Ghana”, a netizen added.

In related news, Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed has disclosed that Ghana has removed 2,281 migrant beggars and 774 other illegal immigrants involved in transnational organised crime in 2025.

According to the Interior Minister, the Ghana Immigration Service had continued to remove foreign nationals found to be engaging in irregular migration and unlawful activities.

He disclosed that the enforcement exercise had continued into 2026, with the Ghana Immigration Service removing 960 migrant beggars from the streets of Accra and Kumasi and another 186 illegal immigrants by July this year.

Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed argued that Ghana was pursuing the removals while remaining mindful of the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons and the country’s longstanding diplomatic relations with other countries.

Speaking to the public at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, August 24, 2026, the Interior Minister stated, “Before I sequentially account for the work of the Ministry for the Interior thus far, I want to address an issue that has understandably attracted public attention in recent times: the presence of beggars on our streets, especially migrant beggars and others involved in illegal activities.

As Minister, I acknowledge the concerns and anxieties of citizens and wish to assure the public that this is not an issue that has been ignored by the Government or the security services.

Ghana occupies a unique position in our subregion. We are an oasis of peace and stability in a region that has, in recent years, faced significant security and economic challenges. This explains the urge of people from countries experiencing difficulties in the subregion to look to Ghana for refuge. But we also have a duty to protect our borders, maintain public order and safeguard our national security and economic interests.

By the end of 2025, 2,281 migrant beggars and 774 other illegal immigrants involved in transnational organised crimes had been removed from Ghana. By July 2026, a further 960 migrant beggars and 186 other illegal Immigrants had been removed.

We are pursuing these removals fully conscious of Ghana’s obligations under the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, as well as our diplomatic relations and longstanding ties with other countries.

Our objective is to reduce irregular migration and unlawful activities associated with it to the barest minimum, while ensuring that enforcement action is lawful, undertaken by the appropriate authorities, and carried out in a manner that is respectful of human dignity.

Let me be clear: the challenge before us is not a lack of political will, security intelligence, or leadership. It is, principally, a question of scale. I can assure the public that there is a high-level consensus, with earmarked logistical support to increase the scale of the removals and strengthen our borders. Evidence of that will soon be apparent.

We will continue to protect Ghana’s tradition of hospitality, but we will do so alongside a firm commitment to the rule of law, national security and public order”.

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@ghnow_ Hon. Afenyo Markin clash with Hon. Ahiafor on the vetting of Supreme Court Judges #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ This is how Shantel arrived at the court today for the hearing of child custody #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

Mahama has betrayed his principle with power – Dr Zaato

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Mahama has betrayed his principle with power – Dr Zaato

Dr Joshua Zaato, a  Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana’s Department of Political Science, has accused President John Mahama of betraying his principle with power.

 According to Dr Zaato, John Mahama and the NDC have abandoned their earlier position on judicial appointments.

He argued that the NDC’s criticism of former President Akufo-Addo over his appointments to the Supreme Court appeared inconsistent with the approach being taken by the current Mahama administration.

Dr Zaato detailed that Akufo-Addo appointed about 20 Supreme Court judges during his eight-year tenure, an average of roughly three appointments annually, citing the NDC, then in opposition, who criticised those appointments as an attempt to influence the composition of the apex court.

According to Dr Zaato, the current administration’s appointments should therefore attract the same scrutiny from the NDC.

Speaking on The Big Issue on Saturday, August 29, Dr Zaato stated, “If Akufo-Addo was packing the court because of his appointees, then what are you doing?”

“Power has made him betray that principle,” he said, referring to President Mahama.

Dr Zaato’s comments followed Parliament’s approval of three nominees for appointment to the Supreme Court.

Parliament has approved the nominations of three individuals to the Supreme Court after all were recommended by the Appointments Committee and subsequently endorsed by the House, despite a dramatic boycott of the vetting process by the Minority Caucus.

The nominees include Justice Sophia Rosetta Bernasko-Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante and private legal practitioner Anthony Forson Jnr, a former President of the Ghana Bar Association.

Earlier, the Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, during the vetting of Supreme Court nominees, once again clashed with First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor and Majority Chief Whip Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

The heated confrontation flared between the Minority and Majority members of the Appointments Committee over the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees.

According to Alexander Afenyo‑Markin, both sides of the house had earlier agreed the nominees would be vetted in October, and questioned why that agreement had suddenly been changed.

The Minority leader, while addressing the Committee, was repeatedly interjected by Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

Afenyo-Markin cautioned Dafeamekpor against allowing politics to “ruin him.”

He stated, “You are my mate. I was called before you. You are my study mate. And you know, my law is unsoiled. So, stop what you are doing. Etse, don’t let politics make you behave this way. I’ve raised an issue, and he cannot rule on it. It’s a motion. He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote”.

“He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote. Please. It’s not fair. We have a right of reply. Let us reply. He shouldn’t rush. Why are we doing this to ourselves? It’s not fair. Your own position in 2024. Ayariga, you were there. You said 14 days,” he said.

He continued: “Why three days? Why? And when we react, you start shouting and threatening us. And you started threatening us. What’s going on in this country? In today’s Ghana, you can’t talk.”

“They will threaten you, frustrate you. That’s what you are doing. That is what you are doing. Maintain your own principle. You act out of political convenience. Where is your principle? Ayariga is here,” Afenyo-Markin insisted.

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@ghnow_ Hon. Afenyo Markin clash with Hon. Ahiafor on the vetting of Supreme Court Judges #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

Provide decisive leadership in the fight against galamsey – Mahama tasks Dr Zanetor

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Provide decisive leadership in the fight against galamsey – Mahama tasks Dr Zanetor

President John Dramani Mahama has tasked the newly sworn-in Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, to provide leadership in the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

According to John Mahama, the destruction of Ghana’s forests and water bodies through illegal mining remains one of the gravest threats to the country’s national survival.

President Mahama urged Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to protect the country’s natural resources while working to secure a healthier environment for future generations.

Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony on Saturday, August 29, President Mahama stated, “Your medical training provides a particularly important perspective. The environment is not separate from human health. Polluted rivers, contaminated soils, poor sanitation, unsafe air, and indiscriminate waste disposal eventually find expression in our hospitals and in the health of our people.

Your task, therefore, Honourable Minister, is both environmental and human. You must provide determined leadership to protect Ghana’s natural resources and secure a healthier future for generations yet unborn”.

“The destruction of our forests and water bodies through illegal mining remains one of the gravest threats to our national survival,” he added.

Mahama further charged Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to uphold accountability, transparency and integrity as they begin their respective assignments as ministers.

He stated, “Let me remind you that the Ghanaian people expect results; they expect integrity, accessibility and accountability. They expect public officials to listen to them and act with urgency, so be firm where firmness is required. Be fair where fairness is required but always remember to remain humble.

“Listen to professional advice, respect the institutions under your leadership and ensure that public resources are managed prudently. Let every decision you take withstand the test of legality, fairness and public interest.”

Meanwhile, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings at his vetting disclosed that effective coordination among relevant stakeholders is crucial to tackling illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, in Ghana.

Speaking during her vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, 27 August, she stated, “I do believe that the easiest way to address it (Galamsey) is to have effective coordination between the ministries, departments and the agencies”.

“All of these activities (galamsey) are happening within our local governance space, and we have the decentralised Environmental Protection Authority and all these agencies at the local level as well. The regular reporting improves transparency, it also helps us to track the extent of interventions that are making an impact,” she added.

“To start with, I would want to sit with the relevant ministers of the various ministries that have an interest in the galamsey fight. This will range from the land as well as the local government to ensure that we are page to avoid the silo effect, and so that is what I will start with,” she noted.

@ghnow_ Ralph proudly describes himself as a “fine junky.” #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – Basem khaled متخصص بشره
@ghnow_ Ralph laments the poor state of Terminal 2, saying the facility has been left to deteriorate. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

President Mahama swears in Mahama Ayariga, Dr Zanetor as ministers

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President Mahama swears in Mahama Ayariga, Dr Zanetor as ministers

President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as ministers following their approval by Parliament.

On Saturday, August 29, 2026, President Mahama swore in Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor, marking the formal commencement of their duties in their respective ministries.

The ceremony follows Parliament’s unanimous approval of the two nominees after they successfully appeared before the Appointments Committee for vetting.

Mahama at the ceremony formally administered the Oath of Office, Oath of Secrecy and Oath of Allegiance to the two ministers, paving the way for them to officially assume their responsibilities.

Mahama further charged Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to uphold accountability, transparency and integrity as they begin their respective assignments as ministers.

President Mahama stated, “Let me remind you that the Ghanaian people expect results; they expect integrity, accessibility and accountability. They expect public officials to listen to them and act with urgency, so be firm where firmness is required. Be fair where fairness is required but always remember to remain humble.

“Listen to professional advice, respect the institutions under your leadership and ensure that public resources are managed prudently. Let every decision you take withstand the test of legality, fairness and public interest.”

He further tasked the newly sworn-in Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, to provide leadership in the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

According to John Mahama, the destruction of Ghana’s forests and water bodies through illegal mining remains one of the gravest threats to the country’s national survival.

President Mahama urged Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to protect the country’s natural resources while working to secure a healthier environment for future generations.

Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony on Saturday, August 29, President Mahama stated, “Your medical training provides a particularly important perspective. The environment is not separate from human health. Polluted rivers, contaminated soils, poor sanitation, unsafe air, and indiscriminate waste disposal eventually find expression in our hospitals and in the health of our people.

Your task, therefore, Honourable Minister, is both environmental and human. You must provide determined leadership to protect Ghana’s natural resources and secure a healthier future for generations yet unborn”.

“The destruction of our forests and water bodies through illegal mining remains one of the gravest threats to our national survival,” he added.

Watch the video below:

@ghnow_ Ralph proudly describes himself as a “fine junky.” #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – Basem khaled متخصص بشره
@ghnow_ Ralph laments the poor state of Terminal 2, saying the facility has been left to deteriorate. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

‘Does he have a name?’ – Martin Amidu ‘chases’ OSP over alleged Mahama relative fingered in ASKA bribery scandal

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‘Does he have a name?’ – Martin Amidu ‘chases’ OSP over alleged Mahama relative fingered in ASKA bribery scandal

Martin Amidu, a former Special Prosecutor and anti-corruption campaigner, has quizzed the Office of the Special Prosecutor over an alleged relative of President John Mahama who was named by the US court in the ASKA bribery scandal.

Amidu questioned the identity of a politically exposed person referred to in the US court records whom he described as an alleged relative of Mahama.

He further questioned why issues appear to target Dr Kwabena Donkor, the former Power Minister, adding that he only served as minister from December 2014 to December 2015.

MARTIN Amidu disclosed that the US court document detailed that the bribery deal moved from conspiracy to consummation with transfers of huge funds to Ghana when Dr Kwabena Donkor’s appointment as Power Minister was terminated by the then President Mahama.

The former Special Prosecutor, in an open letter, stated, “The US Court Records show that the bribery deal moved from conspiracy to consummation with transfers of huge funds to Ghana between January 2016 and December 2016 when Dr Kwabena Donkor’s appointment had been terminated by the then President Mahama”.

“President Mahama and the protected Kissi Agyebeng should tell the public whether the Ministry of Power was under autopilot between January 2016 and 7 January 2017 without any responsible Minister?” he asked.

“What of the politically exposed person referred to severally in the US Court Records who is an alleged relative of President Mahama, does he have a name?” he asked.

Martin Amidu’s comment follows the Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has named former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor and four other Ghanaian officials as persons of interest in the AKSA bribery scandal.

The Special Prosecutor identified former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor; Francis Walkson Kwasi Dzafa, a former Technical Adviser to the Minister of Power; Solomon Adjetey Sowah, a Deputy Director; Lyndon Nii Mettle, Director of Tricorp Group Limited; and Baffour Ankomah Brobbey, an employee of Tricorp Group Limited as persons of interest.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) had been investigating the Ghana dimension of the case despite its public silence on the matter.

 Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Kissi Agyebeng stated, “As I stated earlier, we have been carefully investigating the Ghana dimension, and our public silence has not meant inaction. Our involvement with the case and the evidence so far enable us to identify the following as the main persons of interest in this case”.

“Kwabena Donkor, who was at all times the Minister of Power; Francis Rockson Kwasi Dzata, who was at all times the Technical Advisor to the Minister of Power; Solomon Adjetey Sowah, who was at all times the Deputy Director at the Ministry of Power; George Nii Mettle, who was at all times the Director at Tricorp Group Limited; and Baffour Ankomah Brobbey, who was an employee at Tricorp Group Limited,” he mentioned.

“Other persons of interest include some present and former employees of Volta River Authority, Ghana Grid Company Limited, Electricity Company of Ghana, Public Utilities and Regulatory Commission, and some staff of the entity formerly known as the Ministry of Power,” he said.

Kissi Agyebeng further stressed that being identified as a person of interest or a suspect does not amount to a finding of guilt.

“Please bear in mind that the person of interest is not necessarily a suspect. The two categories of person of interest and suspect are distinct in investigative classifications and should not be treated as interchangeable,” he explained.

“Identification in either category does not constitute criminal culpability or conviction until guilt is proved beyond a reasonable doubt to the satisfaction of a court of competent jurisdiction,” Agyebeng said.

@ghnow_ Ralph proudly describes himself as a “fine junky.” #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – Basem khaled متخصص بشره
@ghnow_ Ralph laments the poor state of Terminal 2, saying the facility has been left to deteriorate. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

“My family had a longstanding personal beef with late Jerry John Rawlings” – NPP’s Sam Payne

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“My family had a longstanding personal beef with late Jerry John Rawlings” – NPP’s Sam Payne

Sam Payne, a former Ashanti Regional Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has revealed that his family had a personal beef with the late former President Jerry John Rawlings.

According to Sam Payne, his family’s issues with the late Jerry John Rawlings stem from some “militia” personnel and “border guards” who came to their home and arrested his entire family, including the children, at the time.

He disclosed that the event happened on a Sunday in September 1989.

Sam Payne detailed that his father, George Payne, was an opinion leader in the area and was arrested because the authorities believed his father was against the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC), which was led by Jerry John Rawlings.

He further disclosed that following their arrest, the family was taken to various prisons across Ghana for no apparent reason.

Speaking in an interview on Neat FM on August 28, 2026, with excerpts shared on TikTok, Sam Payne recounted, “My family and I have had a longstanding personal beef with the late Jerry John Rawlings. In September 1989, we were kids when some militia personnel and border guards came to arrest us in our home.

Our house was close to the Côte d’Ivoire border, and they took us to almost all the prisons in Ghana for no apparent reason, simply because they felt that my father was against everything the PNDC did”.

He added, “My father was an opinion leader, and they were trying to punish him. They accused me of going to their barracks to beat the militia personnel and border guards, and then released some smugglers who had been arrested, allowing them to flee”.

Sam Payne further revealed that his family was eventually brought before a tribunal and charged with acting with the intention of sabotaging the country’s economy.

According to Sam Payne, that incident ultimately led to the longstanding beef.

“They took us around different prisons, and after six months, they finally released us. So, that issue is a beef,” he said.

He further alleged that the family was taken to various prisons across Ghana for six months, adding that they were eventually released in February 1990.

In other news, Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has boldly stated he does not regret withdrawing the diplomatic passport and courtesies of the late Jerry John Rawlings. 

In a resurfaced old video of former President Kufuor, he revealed he never regretted withdrawing the diplomatic passport and courtesies of former President Jerry John Rawlings for smearing him on an international stage.

Speaking in the resurfaced video, in an interview with Bola Ray, when quizzed if he regrets withdrawing the former President Jerry John Rawlings diplomatic courtesies, Kufuour stated, “Do you know what he did to me, please don’t let us go into that. Not pay back, but I was the sitting head of state, he was formal and sitting in a way that personifies the state”.

“When you go out to some foreign lands to speak, to describe your sitting head of state as incompetent and a disgrace to the nation, suppose it was his time, you think you could have said that about him and come back to Ghana?”.

“He came after such a trip, demanding that all of these things that courtesies be extended. So I said no when you use the word courtesy, you should know that it is give and take. We withdraw so you don’t do it again”, he added.

When quizzed if he regretted his actions, Former President Kufuor boldly stated, No’, he does not regret doing that.

Watch the video below:

@swaytv2 My family and I have a personal beef with former President Jerry John Rawlings. He arrested members of my family, including me. #GhanaNews #foryoupage #GhanaPolitics #viralvideo #trendingvideo ♬ original sound – SWAY TV
@ghnow_ This is how Shantel arrived at the court today for the hearing of child custody #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
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‘Huge funds moved after Donkor’s dismissal’ – Amidu challenges OSP’s focus on ex-Power Minister in AKSA bribery scandal

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‘Huge funds moved after Donkor’s dismissal’ – Amidu challenges OSP’s focus on ex-Power Minister in AKSA bribery scandal

Martin Amidu, a former Special Prosecutor and anti-corruption campaigner, has challenged the Office of the Special Prosecutor over its focus on former Power Minister Dr Kwabena Donkor in the Asante Kwaku Berko-AKSA Ghana bribery investigation.

According to Martin Amidu, the US court document detailed that the bribery deal moved from conspiracy to consummation with transfers of huge funds to Ghana when Dr Kwabena Donkor’s appointment as Power Minister was terminated by the then President Mahama.

The former special prosecutor questions why the issues appear to target Dr Kwabena Donkor, the former Power Minister, adding that he only served as minister from December 2014 to December 2015.

Martin Amidu, in an open letter, stated, “I have stated in a previous article that the OSP started investigations into the Asante Kwaku Berko-AKSA-Ghana Bribery deal in April 2020”.

“Kissi Agyebeng, the protected Special Prosecutor whose new mentor is President Mahama, stated at the media conference on 26 August 2026 that the OSP collaborated with the US in the investigation leading to the conviction of Asante Kwaku Berko in the US,” he said.

“The US Court Records show that the bribery deal moved from conspiracy to consummation with transfers of huge funds to Ghana between January 2016 and December 2016 when Dr Kwabena Donkor’s appointment had been terminated by the then President Mahama”.

“President Mahama and the protected Kissi Agyebeng should tell the public whether the Ministry of Power was under autopilot between January 2016 and 7 January 2017 without any responsible Minister?” he asked.

His comment follows the Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has named former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor and four other Ghanaian officials as persons of interest in the AKSA bribery scandal.

The Special Prosecutor identified former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor; Francis Walkson Kwasi Dzafa, a former Technical Adviser to the Minister of Power; Solomon Adjetey Sowah, a Deputy Director; Lyndon Nii Mettle, Director of Tricorp Group Limited; and Baffour Ankomah Brobbey, an employee of Tricorp Group Limited as persons of interest.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) had been investigating the Ghana dimension of the case despite its public silence on the matter.

 Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Kissi Agyebeng stated, “As I stated earlier, we have been carefully investigating the Ghana dimension, and our public silence has not meant inaction. Our involvement with the case and the evidence so far enable us to identify the following as the main persons of interest in this case”.

“Kwabena Donkor, who was at all times the Minister of Power; Francis Rockson Kwasi Dzata, who was at all times the Technical Advisor to the Minister of Power; Solomon Adjetey Sowah, who was at all times the Deputy Director at the Ministry of Power; George Nii Mettle, who was at all times the Director at Tricorp Group Limited; and Baffour Ankomah Brobbey, who was an employee at Tricorp Group Limited,” he mentioned.

“Other persons of interest include some present and former employees of Volta River Authority, Ghana Grid Company Limited, Electricity Company of Ghana, Public Utilities and Regulatory Commission, and some staff of the entity formerly known as the Ministry of Power,” he said.

Kissi Agyebeng further stressed that being identified as a person of interest or a suspect does not amount to a finding of guilt.

“Please bear in mind that the person of interest is not necessarily a suspect. The two categories of person of interest and suspect are distinct in investigative classifications and should not be treated as interchangeable,” he explained.

“Identification in either category does not constitute criminal culpability or conviction until guilt is proved beyond a reasonable doubt to the satisfaction of a court of competent jurisdiction,” Agyebeng said.

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IGP Yohuno promotes Police officer for saving lives in Aboso fire outbreak

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IGP Yohuno promotes Police officer for saving lives in Aboso fire outbreak

Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), has promoted Inspector Hance Atubra of the Tarkwa Divisional Police Headquarters to the rank of Chief Inspector.

The IGP promoted the officer in recognition of his bravery during a fire outbreak at Aboso in the Western Region.

His promotion follows Inspector Atubra’s intervention during the fire, which broke out at the Aboso Main Lorry Station on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

The fire engulfed a number of shops at the station, putting people within the affected area at risk; however, Inspector Atubra, who was reportedly the first police officer to arrive at the scene, immediately moved to assist people trapped in the area.

Inspector Atubra’s actions attracted commendation from people who witnessed the incident and subsequently led to a recommendation for his promotion.

In a statement issued by the Police on Facebook read, “IGP PROMOTES POLICE OFFICER FOR SAVING LIVES DURING ABOSO FIRE OUTBREAK.

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted Inspector Hance Atubra of the Tarkwa Divisional Headquarters to the rank of Chief Inspector for his role in saving lives during a fire outbreak at Aboso in the Western Region.

The fire outbreak occurred on 26th August 2026, when some shops at the Aboso Main Lorry Station were engulfed in flames, resulting in damage to properties.

Inspector Atubra, who was the first Police officer to arrive at the scene, immediately took action to assist people trapped in the affected area and helped to evacuate the victims to safety. 

His actions were highly commended by people who witnessed the incident, leading to a recommendation for his promotion in recognition of his courage, quick response and efforts to save life and property.

The promotion underscores the Police Administration’s commitment to recognising and rewarding officers who demonstrate exceptional courage, dedication and commitment to duty”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the news of his promotion stated, “Kudos, but he needs to visit the hospital for a checkup after entering a smoke-filled room”.

A Facebooker added, “This can never happen to any public service staff even if you sacrifice your head on the plate in line of duty or service!

I highly commend and salute 🫡 the IGP 👮‍♀️

Imagine rising to a higher rank overnight through your spontaneous selfless service or putting your life on the line just to save á dying situation!

Congratulations to him; these are among the few civil servants who deserve the best and not just accolades!”.

“It’s not like I’m against GPS oh, but why don’t we see these kinds of promotions in other institutions like GES, GHS and the likes?

We all do our best in our respective fields; recognition as such should not seem one-sided, don’t you think?”, a netizen added.

A netizen added, “He deserved it. This will motivate him and others to do more, unless yaanom; even when one is qualified for promotion, they will still not. I didn’t mention any institution oh, yoo”.

One last Facebooker added, “The scars of this man show that he knows what goes on when there is a fire outbreak… well done IGP. Keep recognising the good work of ur team. Please, very soon we will equally expose your members who stop us for coins … if we do, let’s see actions”.

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Big Push Roads will not become costly liabilities – Roads Minister dispels World Bank warning

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Big Push Roads will not become costly liabilities – Roads Minister dispels World Bank warning

Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has assured the World Bank that the John Mahama government’s Big Push Road project will not become a costly liability.

Kwame Governs Agbodza, in a post in direct response to a World Bank warning that the country’s US$10bn Big Push road infrastructure program risks creating major future liabilities without stronger maintenance reforms.

He outlined measures the government intends to implement to ensure roads and bridges constructed under the Big Push infrastructure programme do not become a future financial burden on the state.

The Road Minister disclosed plans to fully activate the Road Maintenance Trust Fund created by Act 1147 in 2025, improve allocation of Road User Charges with greater transparency, and reintroduce electronic road and bridge tolling to expand revenue.

He also disclosed that completed Big Push projects will use performance-based maintenance contracts backed by dedicated Road Fund resources, which will aim to replace the existing “build-deteriorate-rehabilitate” pattern with sustainable “build-maintain-preserve” practices.

The Roads Minister, in a post on X, wrote, “The Ministry’s strategy to prevent future maintenance liability is to strengthen sustainable and equitable road maintenance financing through the full operationalisation of the Road Maintenance Trust Fund established under Act, 2025 (Act 1147).

Working with the Ministry of Finance, it will improve the flow and equitable allocation of Road User Charges, enhance transparency and accountability, and reintroduce electronic road and bridge tolling to broaden the Road Fund’s revenue base.

In addition, all completed Big Push road and bridge projects will be placed under performance-based maintenance programmes, with dedicated funding from the Road Fund. These measures will shift the country from a “build–deteriorate–rehabilitate” cycle to a “build–maintain–preserve” approach.

@WorldBankGroup”.

Also, the Road Minister also responded to the World Bank revelation that only 27 per cent og Ghana’s 94,200km road network is paved.

He admitted that the Mahama government recognises that a significant portion of Ghana’s road network remains unpaved and in poor condition.

According to him, the Mahama government plans to address this deficit with the US$10 billion Big Push Programme to rehabilitate and upgrade key road corridors.

In another post he wrote, “Government recognises that a significant portion of Ghana’s road network remains unpaved and in poor condition, largely due to inadequate funding for maintenance and rehabilitation over the years.

To address this deficit, H.E. President John Dramani Mahama has committed a substantial share of the US$10 billion Big Push Programme to rehabilitating and upgrading key road corridors, particularly those connecting major economic and trade centres.

This investment will improve connectivity, reduce travel times and transport costs, and support sustainable economic development. @WorldBankGroup”.

In other news, the Minister for Roads and Highways has issued a stern warning, clearly stating that the John Mahama flagship Big Push projects are not for sale.

According to Governs Kwame Agbodza, the Big Push projects are not for sale, calling on Ghanaians to report anyone offering a ‘Big Push project’ for sale.

In a post on X, Governs Kwame Agbodza wrote, “ALERT !!!!

BIG PUSH projects NOT FOR SALE.

Report ANYONE offering a ‘Big Push project’ for sale to the nearest police station.

Thanks”.

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@ghnow_ Ralph proudly describes himself as a “fine junky.” #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – Basem khaled متخصص بشره
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Come and serve me – Sammy Gyamfi ‘chases’ Afenyo-Markin over GH¢15m defamation suit

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Come and serve me – Sammy Gyamfi ‘chases’ Afenyo-Markin over GH¢15m defamation suit

Sammy Gyamfi, the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Chief Executive Officer, has ordered his lawyers to formally notify the High Court of their readiness to accept service of a writ filed against him by the Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.

According to Sammy Gyamfi, he has not been served by any writ in regards to Afenyo-Markin’s announcement in Parliament on Monday, August 24, that he had initiated legal action against him.

Sammy Gyamfi, through his lawyers, Ayine & Partners, has now written to the Registrar of the High Court, General Division, Accra, expressly authorising his lawyers to accept service of the writ and all accompanying processes on his behalf.

His notice dated August 26, 2026, is headed: “Notice to Accept Service of Writ on Behalf of the 1st Defendant in Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin v. Samuel Adu Gyamfi and Anor.”

The notice was signed by Seth Nyaaba, Solicitor for the 1st Defendant, on behalf of Ayine & Partners.

The solicitors disclosed that they had received “express instructions and authority” from Mr Gyamfi, the first defendant in the suit, to accept service of the writ of summons and all accompanying originating processes.

They further directed the court to take notice that service of the writ and any accompanying processes could be effected on Mr Gyamfi through their chambers at Ayine and Partners, House No. C809/29, 1st Close Lily Street, East Legon, Accra

Meanwhile, more details have emerged on the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, lawsuit against the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Eric Adjei, Multimedia Group and Peace FM.

Afenyo-Markin, in a separate lawsuit, sued Sammy Gyamfi and Multimedia Group at the Accra High Court.

The Minority leader also sued Eric Adjei and Peace FM at the Achimota Circuit Court.

Speaking when Parliament reconvened on Monday, August 24, 2026, the Minority leader revealed he has initiated legal proceedings against Mr Gyamfi and media organisations that published or broadcast the statements in question.

Afenyo-Markin stated, “I have accordingly caused writs to be filed in Suit Number GT/1029/2026, titled Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin versus Samuel Adu Gyamfi and Multimedia Group Limited at the Accra High Court, and Suit Number GR/ACH/CC/C5/02/2026, titled Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin versus Eric Adjei and Peace FM at the Achimota Circuit Court”.

“I have every confidence that in the fullness of time the court will make the appropriate determination,” he added.

The legal action follows weeks of public exchanges between the Minority Leader and the GoldBod CEO over the financial performance of the DGPP, while Afenyo-Markin had appeared to have softened his earlier threat to pursue legal action over allegations made by Sammy Gyamfi.

The court cited details that the reliefs being sought by Afenyo-Markin including a retraction of the alleged defamatory statements.

“The reliefs are listed below:

a. General damages for libel;

b. Aggravated damages;

c. Exemplary damages;

d. An order directing the defendants to publish a full, unconditional and unequivocal retraction of the defamatory statements;

e. An order directing the defendants to publish a full, unconditional and unequivocal public apology to the plaintiff; and

f. An order directing that the retraction and apology be published and/or broadcast with substantially the same prominence and reach as the original publication.

g. An order directing the Defendants to cause the retraction and apology to be broadcast on JoyNews and published on the relevant electronic and social media platforms through which the defamatory publication was disseminated

h. An order of perpetual injunction restraining the Defendants, their servants, agents, assigns and/or any persons acting under their authority from further publishing the defamatory words or any words to the same or substantially similar effect concerning the Plaintiff

i. Costs of Fifteen million Ghana cedis (GH¢15,000,000.00) as compensation thereof

j. Costs, including legal costs; and

k. Any further or other reliefs as this Honourable Court may deem fit”.

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“Govt owes me GH₵5 million for Black Stars’ World Cup promo” – Shatta Wale fumes

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“Govt owes me GH₵5 million for Black Stars’ World Cup promo” – Shatta Wale fumes

Shatta Wale, a Ghanaian dancehall artiste, has alleged that the government owes him about GH¢5 million.

According to Shatta Wale, the GH¢5 million owed him by the government was for promotional activities and advertisements he undertook in support of the Black Stars’ participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Shatta Wale revealed he was yet to receive any payment despite having completed the work.

Speaking in an interview with GHOne TV, Shatta Wale said, “ I am happy with President Mahama his idology.

When asked by Serwaa Amihere about his best performing minister or appointee, Shatta Wale stated,  “So, I don’t have any; I can give you examples”.

He further stated, “With the World Cup that we did, you know we had to promote whatever…We were supposed to be paid. Up till now, I have not been paid. For the postings and ads, a lot. I think now they owe me about GH₵5 million,” he said.

Shatta Wale further expressed frustration over his attempts to obtain payment.

According to him, when he calls ministers for his payment, they refuse to answer his calls.

“Oh, not a penny. You call the minister; he will not pick up. The deputy minister of finance will also not pick up. Disrespect, total disrespect in this country,” he fumed.

It will be recalled that in June 2026, the government announced the release of GH¢76 million to support the Black Stars’ World Cup campaign.

Shatta Wale also publicly supported the national team’s campaign.

During a fundraising initiative in March, ShattaWale and his Hotwav team reportedly contributed US$100,000 towards the Black Stars’ World Cup efforts.

His contribution was, however, separated from the payment he says is owed for his promotional work.

In other related Black Stars news, Kurt Okraku, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, has revealed that there is an imminent appointment of a new head coach for the Black Stars.

According to Kurt Okraku, the new Black Stars coach is 99% in place, adding that the coach is already working.

The GFA president disclosed that they are at the final stage, where they have to sign papers and formalise the relationship.

Speaking to 3Sports, Kurt Okraku stated, “Ghana will have a coach before we regroup”.

“The coach who will lead the Black Stars is 99% in place. The coach who will lead the Black Stars is already working.

“We are just at that last line where we have to sign papers and formalise the relationship. We have machinery in place; we are working,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Black Stars will return to competitive action in September when they begin their qualification campaign for the 2027 AFCON.

They have been drawn in Group C alongside Ivory Coast, The Gambia and Somalia for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers.

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“Why won’t I accept?” – Patrick Yaw Boamah declares readiness to serve as Dr Bawumia’s running mate

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“Why won’t I accept?” – Patrick Yaw Boamah declares readiness to serve as Dr Bawumia’s running mate

Patrick Yaw Boamah, the Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, has expressed his readiness to serve as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate in the 2028 elections if selected.

According to Patrick Yaw Boamah, he has no reason to decline the offer if Dr Bawumia names him to help the NPP recapture power from the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming elections.

Speaking in an interview on UTV’s Adekye Nsroma on August 28, 2026, when asked by the Host, “Would you accept to become Dr Bawumia’s running mate if you are named?” Patrick Yaw Boamah responded, “Why won’t I accept? I will accept and become the running mate.”

The NPP flagbearer, Dr Bawumia, is expected to name his running mate ahead of the 2028 general election.

Meanwhile, Minority Leader, Afenyo-Markin, has clarified that he has no intention of becoming Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate in the upcoming 2028 elections.

According to Afenyo-Markin, he is not among those fighting to become Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate.

The Minority leader stressed that there are other senior members of the party who deserve the opportunity.

He further described himself as a politician who is not driven by excessive ambition.

Speaking during a radio interview on Asaasepa radio, Afenyo-Markin stated, “Those fighting for running mate, count me out; I beg you stop it. In the party, there are elders; Napo is his running mate; don’t lead me into that temptation; I am not one of those overly ambitious people.

I don’t know why you said this, but there are senior members in the party”, he added.

Also, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, the former Majority Leader and former Member of Parliament for Suame, has said he is not in any competition with the NPP’s 2024 running mate, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO).

The former Majority Leader dismissed speculation that he is seeking to become the running mate of the NPP’s 2028 presidential candidate, former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

According to Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, he played a pivotal role in the selection of Dr Opoku Prempeh as Dr Bawumia’s running mate ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Speaking in an interview with Oyerpa TV, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu stated, “I am not in competition with NAPO over the running mate position, so I do not understand those making such claims. I have even said before that I held his hand and took him to Dr Bawumia”.

“In 2022, I advised Bawumia to select NAPO as his running mate. NAPO was not even aware of it. So how would I be in competition with him?” he questioned.

“I am not in any competition because nobody campaigns for the running mate position. It is the presidential candidate who, in his wisdom, chooses the person he believes is best suited for the role,” he added.

In addition, Patricia Appiagyei, the Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament and Member of Parliament for Asokwa, has refuted allegations that she is lobbying to be selected as a running mate of the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

According to Patricia Appiagyei, she has not made any such move, but remains open to serving in that capacity if given the opportunity.

Speaking in an interview with Sir John on GhanAkoma on Akoma FM on Wednesday, March 19, 2026, the Asokwa MP emphasised, “I have not lobbied for any running mate position, but if it comes, I will accept it because I am willing to serve the party”.

She further asserted that the NPP has several capable individuals who could be considered.

“There are more prominent people in the party who can equally support Dr Bawumia to secure power in 2028. It is the prerogative of the party to choose the right person,” she added.

“We are focusing on restructuring the base of the party by registering new members to complement the existing ones for victory in 2028,” she noted.

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“Theresa went to have a baby” – Akosua Manu demands probe after latest Ridge Hospital maternal deaths

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“Theresa went to have a baby” – Akosua Manu demands probe after latest Ridge Hospital maternal deaths

Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to NPP flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has called for a bipartisan probe into the maternal death of Theresa Boakye Dua, who died during childbirth at the Ridge Hospital.

According to Akosua Manu, in 2025 alone, 965 women in Ghana died from pregnancy-related complications, arguing that Ghana cannot continue to treat maternal deaths as unfortunate statistics.

Akosua Manu stressed that a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry must be set up to investigate maternal deaths in Ghana to understand why women are still dying and to identify where Ghana’s systems are failing to demand clear, time-bound action.

In a post on X, Akosua Manu wrote, “Theresa went to have a baby.

Her husband went to the hospital hoping to leave with his wife and baby; instead, he was met with the devastating news that his wife had died during childbirth.💔

In 2025 alone, 965 women in Ghana died from pregnancy-related complications.

965 mothers. Daughters. Wives. Sisters.

And the frightening thing is, almost all of us know someone who went to have a baby and never came home.

We cannot continue to treat maternal deaths as unfortunate statistics.

I am calling for a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into maternal deaths in Ghana to understand WHY women are still dying, identify where our systems are failing them, and demand clear, time-bound action.

This must also become a national conversation.

Because when we pay attention, when we put the right systems in place and when we are deliberate, WE SAVE LIVES.

No woman should leave home to give life and never return.

For Theresa and for every woman whose story never made the news.

We must do better, and we can.  🙏🏽”

Her comment follows Daniel Ofori Asante, a Ghanaian man, who took to social media to accuse the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, popularly known as Ridge Hospital, of negligence in the death of his wife, Theresa Boakye Dua.

In a Facebook post on Friday, August 28, 2026, the Ghanaian man, as he prepared to lay his wife to rest, made the allegations.

According to his Facebook post, they had been married for just 19 months, adding that the Caesarean section was his wife’s first attempt at childbirth.

He alleged that his wife’s death followed what he described as a failure by the healthcare system and the medical personnel responsible for her care.

Daniel Ofori Asante explained that Theresa’s only fault was being pregnant and placing her trust in Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital) for a scheduled, elective Caesarean section.

He further lamented that their newborn baby boy has been robbed of the unconditional love of a devoted mother.

According to him, his wife was a gentle, peaceful, and unproblematic soul, yet reckless decisions made by some people at Ridge Hospital ensured her life was cut short.

Read the husband’s full post below:

“In a few hours, I will lay to rest my beloved wife, Theresa Boakye Dua, after just 19 months of marriage. She is gone because our porous healthcare system and the very medical personnel trusted to protect her failed her when she needed them most.

Theresa’s only fault was being pregnant and placing her trust in Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital) for a scheduled, elective Caesarean section.

Since the evening of July 16, 2026, I have lived in excruciating pain. I am still struggling to process the horrific ordeal my wife, our families and myself endured at Ridge Hospital. A nightmare that ultimately stole the life of a vibrant young mother whose only dream was to raise her newborn son.

Our baby boy has been robbed of the unconditional love of a devoted mother. It shatters my soul knowing he will grow up without the warmth of the woman who cherished him most, and that his future birthdays will forever be shadowed by this preventable tragedy.

Every morning, I look at my mother-in-law and wonder how any mother survives the agony of losing her only child in the very act of bringing new life into this world.

Picking my father-in-law up from the airport last 2 weeks ago was one of the most heartbreaking moments of my life. My wife and I said goodbye to him at the airport earlier in January; he wasn’t scheduled to return to Ghana until 2027, yet here he is, brought home early by blatant negligence and unprofessionalism at the very highest level.

The entire family, colleagues from the Ministry of Health, members of ICGC Covenant Temple, and countless friends are all reeling from this profound loss.

Theresa was a gentle, peaceful, and unproblematic soul, yet reckless decisions made by some people at Ridge Hospital ensured her life was cut short.

The trauma and psychological scars inflicted on our family are irreparable. Congratulations on making me a widower in my youth because you gambled with the life of the person I loved most.

This pain I bear every single day cannot simply be brushed aside. After I honour my wife today, Friday 28th August, 2026, the full truth will be told.

A disappointing reality of Unprofessionalism, Manipulation, and Extortion.

Will this bring back the life of my wife? Absolutely not, but so that no other pregnant woman or family has to endure this living nightmare.

T! I will lay you to rest today with an intensely heavy heart as I promised you, but know that our fight for truth does not end here… To be continued.

Rest in perfect peace, my best friend, my soulmate, and the love of my life. You did not deserve this. May God keep you until we meet again. The family and I are broken, but we promise to remain strong for our son, DT.

I love you endlessly, T. ❤️

Da yie, me dɔfo pa.

KODA ✍️”

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“No one would wake up at midnight to buy koobi” – Chief rejects 24-Hour Economy Market

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“No one would wake up at midnight to buy koobi” – Chief rejects 24-Hour Economy Market

A chief in Asebu, Central Region has questioned the essence of a 24-Hour Economy market, arguing that residents in the Abura/Asebu/Kwamankese District are predominantly farmers.

According to the Chief, the Abura/Asebu/Kwamankese District is predominantly farmers, arguing that a 24-Hour Economy Market is not something they need in their district.

He further argued that none of his people will wake up at midnight just to buy koobi. 

Speaking during a durbar aired by Mfantseman Radio shared on social media, the Chief stated, “A 24-Hour Economy Market is not something we need in our district. Abura/Asebu/Kwamankese District are predominantly agriculture district; we grow cassava, maize, and oranges. I don’t even know where they are taking the market. I don’t think anyone would wake up at midnight to buy koobi”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the Chief’s comments stated, “I think Mahama should gather the chiefs and send them on an excursion to other countries with similar ideas to see how these policies work. Most of these chiefs have never been outside of their community”.

One X user added, “If I speak my mind now Ghana police might come for me because how can you say this in 21st century, it’s difficult to help people who do not even know what help is, bad mental attitude, preliminary thinkers, it’s sad man”.

A netizen added, “This man needs education about what the 24 Hour Market Concept is about. I won’t blame him because maybe he doesn’t understand the 24hr economy concept as a whole. The NPP went behind market women to fight against the Kejetia market project in 2016. It’s now the biggest in Ghana”.

“I used to have hope in Ghana developing, but with the mindset of people like this and politics, we will never develop; we will even become worse than Nigeria and South Africa”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “Oh but nobody said the 24-Hour Economy means everyone must shop at midnight. The question is whether farmers, processors, transporters and businesses should have more opportunities to operate beyond the normal 8–5. In a farming district, that can actually be where the policy makes the most sense in my opinion”.

“Same kind of old folks that said Tema motorway is not needed because by the. residents in Tema were so few

Others said we don’t need Akosombo dam … This chief is dangerous to his peoples development..”, a netizen added.

Meanwhile, Goosie Tanoh, the Presidential Advisor on the government’s 24-Hour Economy, has made a shocking revelation about the 24-hour Market project.

According to  Goosie Tanoh, the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat know nothing of the development of any 24-hour markets.

In a news card shared by GHOne TV, Goosie Tanoh stated, “We[24-Hour Economy Secretariat] know nothing of the development of any 24-hour markets”.

His shocking admission highlights the implementation struggles for the 24-hour economy policy, a central 2024 campaign promise by President John Mahama.

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“It was not a textbook idea” – Bawumia opens up on thinking behind Gold for Oil, Domestic Gold Purchase Programme

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“It was not a textbook idea” – Bawumia opens up on thinking behind Gold for Oil, Domestic Gold Purchase Programme

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the Former Vice President and NPP flagbearer for the 2028 election, has opened up on his thinking which led to the introduction of the Gold-for-Oil and Gold-for-Reserves programmes while he was in office.

According to Dr Bawumia, two interlinked challenges forced him to “think outside the box” for sustainable solutions to Ghana’s economic difficulties.

He detailed that the first was the sudden halt in external financing following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war on the global economy.

The second was the conditions attached to Ghana’s IMF programme, revealing that one of the conditions restricted the Bank of Ghana from using a maximum of $80 million per month to intervene in the foreign exchange market.

Speaking in Accra to members of the Ghana Small-Scale Miners Association, Dr Bawumia explained. “That tap (external financing) was shut for Ghana and quite a few countries. And for us, it resulted in a balance of payments crisis”.

“You can imagine what the demand for foreign exchange for Ghana would be on a monthly basis. Significantly more than $80 million a month. And so, in that framework, there was only one result. Because when demand exceeds supply, prices would go up, isn’t it? The cedi started depreciating daily,” he said.

Dr Bawumia detailed that the Gold-for-Oil programme was conceived as a way of bypassing the dollar constraint by using gold to secure fuel supplies.

The former vice president also revealed that the idea for the Gold-for-Reserves programme came to him while he was exercising.

Dr Bawumia stated, “Why does Ghana, which mines gold every day, have to export cocoa to get dollars for its forex reserves? Why not buy the gold we already produce with cedis?”

According to Dr Bawumia, the Gold-for-Oil and Domestic Gold Purchase Programme was not a textbook idea.

“It was not a textbook idea. There’s no textbook in economics that will tell you about the Gold-for-Reserves programme,” he said.

He revealed that he presented the idea to the Bank of Ghana, which took nearly a year to conduct due diligence because of the unconventional nature of the proposal.

Dr Bawumia however disclosed that some officials were initially concerned about the potential risks of implementing a policy that had no established precedent.

“Finally, they agreed, and Ghana became the first country in Africa, and probably the world, to implement such a programme. Now, other countries are coming to learn from Ghana,” he said.

In related news, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has revealed that Ghana’s IMF programme under the Akufo-Addo government contributed to the rapid depreciation of the cedi between 2022 and 2024.

According to Dr Bawumia, the IMF programme capped the  Bank of Ghana’s foreign exchange market interventions at a maximum of $80 million per month.

Dr Bawumia argued that the IMF cap meant the Bank of Ghana could use a maximum of $960 million a year to support the cedi.

He disclosed that amount was far below Ghana’s monthly demand for foreign exchange to finance fuel, machinery, medicine and other imports.

Speaking on Thursday during a meeting with members of the Ghana Small-Scale Miners Association in Accra, Dr Bawumia stated, “One of the restrictions for the IMF programme that we engaged in was the amount of foreign exchange that the central bank could use to intervene to support the cedi. We were given a maximum of $80 million a month”.

“So, we were really constricted in terms of availability of foreign exchange. And at the same time, the cedi was depreciating almost on a daily basis,” he said.

He further explained that the restriction formed part of the IMF’s reserve accumulation strategy but created a foreign exchange scarcity in the market.

According to Dr Bawumia, the restriction was lifted in January 2025 after Ghana had built sufficient foreign exchange reserves through the Gold for Reserves programme.

He added, “Because we had built up the foreign exchange reserves through Gold-for-Reserves, that restriction was removed. And since then, the Bank of Ghana has been able to put in at least $1 billion a month in the market”.

He further cited the current level of intervention with the previous cap, “From $80 million maximum per month, or $960 million per year, to $1 billion a month. We couldn’t even do $1 billion a year before.”

He argued that the increased availability of foreign exchange following the removal of the restriction contributed to the stability of the Ghanaian cedi.

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Black Stars coach 99% in place; he is already working – GFA President

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Black Stars coach 99% in place; he is already working – GFA President

Kurt Okraku, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, has revealed that there is an imminent appointment of a new head coach for the Black Stars.

According to Kurt Okraku, the new Black Stars coach is 99% in place, adding that the coach is already working.

The GFA president disclosed that they are at the final stage, where they have to sign papers and formalise the relationship.

Speaking to 3Sports, Kurt Okraku stated, “Ghana will have a coach before we regroup”.

“The coach who will lead the Black Stars is 99% in place. The coach who will lead the Black Stars is already working.

“We are just at that last line where we have to sign papers and formalise the relationship. We have machinery in place; we are working,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Black Stars will return to competitive action in September when they begin their qualification campaign for the 2027 AFCON.

They have been drawn in Group C alongside Ivory Coast, The Gambia and Somalia for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers.

In related news, reports coming in suggest the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and Sports Ministry have rejected veteran Portuguese trainer Carlos Queiroz’s $150,000 monthly salary request.

According to reports, Carlos Queiroz, who was on an $80,000 monthly salary, according to the Minister of Sports, Kofi Adams, is now demanding a $150,000 monthly salary.

Reports suggest he also requested additional foreign members for his technical team as part of his plans for continuity with the Black Stars.

Carlos Queiroz was appointed in April earlier this year ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America, replacing Otto Addo on a short-term deal.

The information gathered suggests the GFA has already started the process to hire a new head coach for the Black Stars after negotiations with Carlos Queiroz hit a snag.

 It has been alleged that Black Stars first-team assistant coach Desmond Ofei is leading the race to be named the head coach of the senior national team.

A new head coach will be the seventh coach appointed under Kurt Okraku’s administration as GFA president.

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Ghana’s fastest economic growth since 2019 must translate into jobs – World Bank

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Ghana’s fastest economic growth since 2019 must translate into jobs – World Bank

The World Bank Division Director for Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Robert R. Taliercio, has said Ghana’s economy recorded its fastest annual growth rate since 2019 in 2025, expanding by 6%.

According to the World Bank, Ghana recorded its fastest economic growth since 2019, but requires reforms to translate into jobs.

Speaking at the launch of the World Bank’s Tenth Ghana Economic Update in Accra on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Robert R. Taliercio noted that strong performance marked a significant improvement in Ghana’s economic recovery.

He detailed that Ghana’s recovery remains “structurally incomplete”, with persistent poverty, weak job creation and infrastructure constraints.

A news article by Myjoyonline detailed, “He said the momentum had continued into 2026, with the economy expanding by 6.4% in the first quarter of 2026.

“The economy grew by 6% in 2025, the fastest pace since 2019, before accelerating further to 6.4% in the first quarter of 2026″.

Mr Taliercio said the growth performance reflected the progress Ghana had made in restoring macroeconomic stability following the economic challenges of recent years.

He, however, cautioned that strong headline growth alone would not be enough to guarantee sustained improvements in living standards.

According to him, Ghana’s recovery remains “structurally incomplete”, with persistent poverty, weak job creation and infrastructure constraints continuing to pose challenges.

He therefore called for reforms that would translate economic growth into more jobs, stronger productivity and improved living conditions for households.

The World Bank said maintaining fiscal discipline, strengthening domestic revenue mobilisation and addressing structural bottlenecks would be critical to sustaining Ghana’s growth momentum over the medium term”.

In other news, Sherif Ghali, the President of the Ghana Youth Federation, has revealed that nearly 2 million Ghanaian youth are neither in education, employment nor training.

According to him, Ghanaian youth between the ages of 15 and 35 are without jobs, education or training.

He stressed that the situation highlights the scale of the youth employment crisis in the country, adding that youth unemployment remains significantly higher than the national average.

Sherif Ghali detailed that. Youth unemployment currently stands at 21.9%, compared with the national average of 12.8%, while the rate in the Greater Accra Region is 31.9%.

He stressed that the statistics should not be treated merely as figures, but should be understood as real challenges in securing jobs.

However, the Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, has rated the John Mahama government’s performance on job creation B+.

According to Dr Rashid Pelpuo, the government’s performance on job creation is getting close to A” despite persistent concerns over unemployment.

The former Ministry for Labour, Jobs and Employment defended the government’s record, contending that job creation should not be measured solely by the number of people directly employed by the government.

Speaking in an interview on Eyewitness News on Thursday, August 27, 2026, Rashid Pelpuo stated, “I think we’ve gotten a B. Even B+. We’re getting close to A,” he said when asked to grade the government’s performance on job creation over the past one and a half years.

“We have a multisectoral approach to job creation and accounting for the number of jobs that are created,” he said.

He further revealed that the government was still compiling data needed to establish the exact number of jobs created since it took office.

“If I give you any number now, it would be an estimate. I have written to all the ministries and departments to give me the number of jobs that have been created so far,” he said.

“We hope that by the time we finish compiling it, we’ll be able to concretely say that we have created this number of jobs.”

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Gov’t should have accepted MTN Ghana’s GH¢20 million offer – Patrick Yaw Boamah

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Gov’t should have accepted MTN Ghana’s GH¢20 million offer – Patrick Yaw Boamah

Patrick Yaw Boamah, Okaikwei Central Member of Parliament, has said the John Mahama government should have accepted MTN Ghana’s GH¢20 million offer to assist Ghanaians affected by the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

According to Patrick Yaw Boamah, the Mahama government rejecting the offer was not the right decision.

Speaking in an interview on UTV,  Patrick Yaw Boamah stated, “The government should have accepted MTN Ghana’s GH¢20 million offer to assist Ghanaians affected by the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Rejecting the offer was not the right decision”.

“They have created jobs and also lots of activities in the country. They did not come as Father Christmas; they have invested in a lot and they expect to get profit from the investments,” he said.

“So if something like this has come and it is a Ghanaian company with a South African majority and the country has been faced with a problem and they are willing to help and the country refuses, they do not lose,” he stated.

He added, “People have been affected and they could have used the money to support them”.

“What happened to us there was not easy, but we need to use diplomacy to resolve lots of these issues,” he said.

The development follows the Foreign Affairs Ministry’s announcement that the government of Ghana has turned down MTN Ghana’s GH¢20 million offer to support Ghanaians affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

According to the Foreign Affairs Ministry, funds have already been secured for their evacuation and reintegration.

The Ministry disclosed that the Government of Ghana had earlier been directly conveyed to the Board Chair and CEO of MTN when they called on the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) on August 14, 2026.

In a press statement issued on August, 26, 2026 read, “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has become aware of media reports suggesting that MTN Ghana is preparing to donate GHS20million for Ghanaian victims of the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

The media publications seem to attribute the announcement of this intended GHS20million donation to an interview granted by the highly regarded MTN Board Chairman, Dr Ishmael Yamson.

The Government of Ghana commends MTN for the offer; however, we respectfully decline,

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirms that the Mahama Administration has made adequate provision for ongoing evacuations and reintegration of Ghanaians and is therefore unable to accept this offer.

This position of the Government of Ghana had earlier been directly conveyed to the Board Chair and CEO of MTN when they called on the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) on August 14, 2026.

Meanwhile, the Government of Ghana remains fully committed to current humanitarian evacuations and reintegration financial support for every Ghanaian brought back from harm’s way.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs assures that it will present to the general public a comprehensive account of the total cost of evacuations as soon as the exercise is concluded, in the interest of transparency and accountability.

Government will continue to create the best business ecosystem for all international brands operating in Ghana to succeed, irrespective of which country their businesses originated from.

The welfare of all Ghanaians remains our utmost priority”.

It will be recalled that Dr Ishmael Yamson, an Economist and Board Chairman of MTN Ghana, has disclosed that the company has committed GH¢20 million to support Ghanaians returning from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks.

According to Dr Ishmael Yamson, the intervention is intended to help the returnees rebuild their lives and livelihoods rather than provide only short-term relief.

He disclosed that MTN Ghana initially set aside GH¢10 million to welcome the returnees but doubled the amount after realising that immediate assistance would not be adequate.

Dr Ishmael Yamson disclosed that the GH¢10 million will be combined with the initial allocation to establish a fund to help the returnees restart their lives.

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My father won’t steal state money – Asiedu Nketia’s son 

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My father won’t steal state money – Asiedu Nketia’s son 

Charles Asiedu, the Member of Parliament for Tano South and son of National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has debunked claims that his father is stingy.

According to Charles Asiedu,  his family’s approach to politics is rooted in accountability rather than using public office to accumulate money for distribution.

The Tano South MP disclosed that he only began to fully understand why some people describe his family as “stingy” after becoming a Member of Parliament.

Speaking in an interview on Neat FM, Charles Asiedu stated, “I have heard people say that my family is stingy. When I became a Member of Parliament, that was when I began to understand things properly. What I have noticed is that, in the way we go about our jobs, we simply do not know how to steal from the nation.

We do not know how to use the positions entrusted to us by the citizens of this country to steal from the state and accumulate enough money to share with people,” he said.

“I have accounted for every penny in my statutory fund. If I have accounted for how I spend the money and my salary is finished, where would I get money to share with the public?” he asked.

“I just do my job. I do not think too much about the next election. I have four years to work. I do what I can and account for it properly. Every penny is accounted for, and we know where it was spent,” he stated.

“So, if someone says I am stingy, or that Asiedu Nketiah is stingy, I am sure those people have monitored his political activities and seen how he conducts his politics. You do not expect us to steal money, keep it somewhere and then share it with people. It is not that he is stingy. He simply does not want to steal from the nation,” he added.

In related news, the Tano South MP has explained why his father has consistently emerged victorious in elections he contests.

According to Charles Asiedu, his father does not enter electoral contests without first doing an assessment.

He disclosed that Asiedu Nketia carefully assesses the position he intends to contest, his track record in his current position and the strengths he possesses that could enable him to perform.

The Tano South MP added that once his father completes his assessment and becomes convinced that he is ready to contest, he approaches the election with confidence, notwithstanding the strength or identity of his opponent.

Charles Asiedu disclosed that his father’s careful approach to elections is one of the major reasons he has been able to maintain his winning record in the various elections he enters.

Speaking on Neat FM on August 20, 2026, the Tano South MP, stated, “The reason Asiedu Nketiah contests elections and does not lose is that he carefully assesses where he is going, the work he has done and his strengths in the position he seeks to contest. Once he has made all these assessments and decides to contest, no matter who his opponent is, he will emerge victorious”.

“I think my father could make a good President of Ghana because, if you look at the work he has done to support the NDC and the country in general, and if the time is right, God wills it, the people of Ghana support him, and he himself believes the time is right, he would be a perfect President for Ghana,” he noted.

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@swaytv2 We Are Not Stingy, And We Will Not Steal From Ghana For You” — Hon. Charles Asiedu, MP for Tano South and the son of Asiedu Nketiah National Chairman of NDC #foryou #GhanaPolitics #viralvideo #trendingvideo ♬ original sound – SWAY TV
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‘My approach in this house would hinge first on consensus building’ – James Agalga assures Minority

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‘My approach in this house would hinge first on consensus building’ – James Agalga assures Minority

James Agalga, the newly elected Majority Leader of Parliament, has assured Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin and the Minority Caucus that his approach in parliament will hinge first on consensus building.

According to the Majority Leader, he would compromise when necessary and maintain communication with the Minority.

Speaking after officially assuming the role of Ghana’s new Parliament Majority Leader, taking over from Mahama Ayariga, James Agalga stated, “I want to assure Honourable Afenyo-Markin and the entire Minority bench that my approach in this House would hinge first on consensus building”.

“I mean, we can make compromises as and when necessary, and I assure you, I’ll give it to you. I would reach out, I would consult,” he stated.

“But at the same time, I would work to ensure that the Reset Agenda of our President is accomplished for the betterment of all of us,” he added.

In related news, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has sent a direct message to the new Majority Leader, James Agalga, but says he will miss the chamber relationship he had with Mahama Ayariga.

Afenyo-Markin assured James Agalga of his support in Parliament, but says his ultimate objective is to transform the Minority Caucus into the Majority.

According to Afenyo-Markin, he would not obstruct his counterpart but would instead provide an alternative perspective on government business.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, August 27, after Agalga formally assumed the Majority Leader position, Afenyo-Markin stated, “I am saying that you can find in me a friend. My job is not to obstruct you. My job is to offer a different lens to things you may not see”.

“I can promise you a well-researched dossier for all my debates. That I can promise you,” he added.

“My job really, my job really is to turn this Minority into Majority. That really is my job,” he stressed.

The Minority leader also cautioned Agalga against attempts to weaken or infiltrate the Minority Caucus as he begins his tenure as Majority Leader.

The development follows James Agalga officially assuming the position of Majority Leader following a communication from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin announcing changes.

Earlier, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, had said President John Dramani Mahama’s announcement of Builsa North MP James Agalga as the new Majority Leader was not in accordance with parliamentary procedure.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that the President does not have the authority to formally communicate a change in the leadership of a parliamentary caucus to the Speaker.

According to Speaker Bagbin, under Parliament’s Standing Orders, any change in the leadership of the Majority or Minority Caucus must be formally communicated to the Speaker by the General Secretary of the political party.

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More than 400 companies ready to join 24-Hour Economy – Dr Rashid Pelpuo

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More than 400 companies ready to join 24-Hour Economy – Dr Rashid Pelpuo

Dr Rashid Pelpuo, the Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives, has revealed that over 400 companies have expressed interest in operating under Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy policy.

According to Dr Rashid Pelpuo, several companies had already begun implementing 24-hour operations.

He disclosed that the government is seeking to expand the initiative through the private sector by creating the necessary conditions for businesses to operate around the clock.

Dr Rashid Pelpuo further argued that the success of the 24-Hour Economy should not be assessed solely by whether ministries and other public institutions have adopted three-shift systems.

Speaking on Citi FM on Thursday, August 27, 2026, Dr Rashid Pelpuo stated, “We have listed more than 400 companies that are saying, We want to run the 24-hour economy policy”.

“The fact is that we are creating an avenue for the private sector to take advantage of and do it. And that’s exactly what we are doing,” he said, adding that the government was providing some of the requirements needed by participating businesses to maintain continuous operations.

“When you are talking about job creation and when you are talking about employment, it’s not just government employing people. We are talking about a holistic economic approach,” he said.

Also, in that same interview,  Dr Rashid Pelpuo rated the John Mahama government’s performance on job creation B+.

According to Dr Rashid Pelpuo, the government’s performance on job creation is getting close to A despite persistent concerns over unemployment.

The former Ministry for Labour, Jobs and Employment defended the government’s record, contending that job creation should not be measured solely by the number of people directly employed by the government.

Dr Rashid Pelpuo stated, “I think we’ve gotten a B. Even B+. We’re getting close to A,” he said when asked to grade the government’s performance on job creation over the past one and a half years.

“We have a multisectoral approach to job creation and accounting for the number of jobs that are created,” he said.

He further revealed that the government was still compiling data needed to establish the exact number of jobs created since it took office.

“If I give you any number now, it would be an estimate. I have written to all the ministries and departments to give me the number of jobs that have been created so far,” he said.

“We hope that by the time we finish compiling it, we’ll be able to concretely say that we have created this number of jobs.”

@ghnow_ The Ablekuma North MCE, Hon. Adamu Musah Kalamu, and MP, Hon. Ewurabena Aubynn, have inspected the newly commissioned Astroturf at Dansoman as part of activities marking the completion of the project. ⚽️ #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ
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Husband accuses Ridge Hospital of negligence after his 31-year-old wife died following C-section

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Husband accuses Ridge Hospital of negligence after his 31-year-old wife died following C-section

Daniel Ofori Asante, a Ghanaian man, has taken to social media to accuse the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, popularly known as Ridge Hospital, of negligence in the death of his wife, Theresa Boakye Dua.

In a Facebook post on Friday, August 28, 2026, the Ghanaian man, as he prepared to lay his wife to rest, made the allegations.

According to his Facebook post, they had been married for just 19 months, adding that the Caesarean section was his wife’s first attempt at childbirth.

He alleged that his wife’s death followed what he described as a failure by the healthcare system and the medical personnel responsible for her care.

Daniel Ofori Asante explained that Theresa’s only fault was being pregnant and placing her trust in Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital) for a scheduled, elective Caesarean section.

He further lamented that their newborn baby boy has been robbed of the unconditional love of a devoted mother.

According to him, his wife was a gentle, peaceful, and unproblematic soul, yet reckless decisions made by some people at Ridge Hospital ensured her life was cut short.

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“In a few hours, I will lay to rest my beloved wife, Theresa Boakye Dua, after just 19 months of marriage. She is gone because our porous healthcare system and the very medical personnel trusted to protect her failed her when she needed them most.

Theresa’s only fault was being pregnant and placing her trust in Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital) for a scheduled, elective Caesarean section.

Since the evening of July 16, 2026, I have lived in excruciating pain. I am still struggling to process the horrific ordeal my wife, our families and myself endured at Ridge Hospital. A nightmare that ultimately stole the life of a vibrant young mother whose only dream was to raise her newborn son.

Our baby boy has been robbed of the unconditional love of a devoted mother. It shatters my soul knowing he will grow up without the warmth of the woman who cherished him most, and that his future birthdays will forever be shadowed by this preventable tragedy.

Every morning, I look at my mother-in-law and wonder how any mother survives the agony of losing her only child in the very act of bringing new life into this world.

Picking my father-in-law up from the airport last 2 weeks ago was one of the most heartbreaking moments of my life. My wife and I said goodbye to him at the airport earlier in January; he wasn’t scheduled to return to Ghana until 2027, yet here he is, brought home early by blatant negligence and unprofessionalism at the very highest level.

The entire family, colleagues from the Ministry of Health, members of ICGC Covenant Temple, and countless friends are all reeling from this profound loss.

Theresa was a gentle, peaceful, and unproblematic soul, yet reckless decisions made by some people at Ridge Hospital ensured her life was cut short.

The trauma and psychological scars inflicted on our family are irreparable. Congratulations on making me a widower in my youth because you gambled with the life of the person I loved most.

This pain I bear every single day cannot simply be brushed aside. After I honour my wife today, Friday 28th August, 2026, the full truth will be told.

A disappointing reality of Unprofessionalism, Manipulation, and Extortion.

Will this bring back the life of my wife? Absolutely not, but so that no other pregnant woman or family has to endure this living nightmare.

T! I will lay you to rest today with an intensely heavy heart as I promised you, but know that our fight for truth does not end here… To be continued.

Rest in perfect peace, my best friend, my soulmate, and the love of my life. You did not deserve this. May God keep you until we meet again. The family and I are broken, but we promise to remain strong for our son, DT.

I love you endlessly, T. ❤️

Da yie, me dɔfo pa.

KODA ✍️”

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IMF policy reversal in 2025 helped strengthen cedi – Dr Bawumia

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IMF policy reversal in 2025 helped strengthen cedi – Dr Bawumia

 Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the former Vice President and NPP Presidential Candidate for the 2028 election, has credited the Ghana cedi appreciation under the John Mahama-led NDC government to the IMF policy reversal in 2025.

Dr Bawumia revealed that Ghana’s IMF programme under the Akufo-Addo government contributed to the rapid depreciation of the cedi between 2022 and 2024.

According to Dr Bawumia, the IMF programme capped the  Bank of Ghana’s foreign exchange market interventions at a maximum of $80 million per month.

Dr Bawumia argued that the IMF cap meant the Bank of Ghana could use a maximum of $960 million a year to support the cedi.

He disclosed that amount was far below Ghana’s monthly demand for foreign exchange to finance fuel, machinery, medicine and other imports.

Speaking on Thursday during a meeting with members of the Ghana Small-Scale Miners Association in Accra, Dr Bawumia stated, “One of the restrictions for the IMF programme that we engaged in was the amount of foreign exchange that the central bank could use to intervene to support the cedi. We were given a maximum of $80 million a month”.

“So, we were really constricted in terms of availability of foreign exchange. And at the same time, the cedi was depreciating almost on a daily basis,” he said.

He further explained that the restriction formed part of the IMF’s reserve accumulation strategy but created a foreign exchange scarcity in the market.

According to Dr Bawumia, the restriction was lifted in January 2025 after Ghana had built sufficient foreign exchange reserves through the Gold for Reserves programme.

He added, “Because we had built up the foreign exchange reserves through Gold-for-Reserves, that restriction was removed. And since then, the Bank of Ghana has been able to put in at least $1 billion a month in the market”.

He further cited the current level of intervention with the previous cap, “From $80 million maximum per month, or $960 million per year, to $1 billion a month. We couldn’t even do $1 billion a year before.”

He argued that the increased availability of foreign exchange following the removal of the restriction contributed to the stability of the Ghanaian cedi.

In other news, Bright Simons, the Vice President of IMANI Africa, has said the Bank of Ghana’s approach to stabilising the cedi and inflation is overly aggressive. 

According to Bright Simons, the BoG’s excessive intervention in the foreign exchange market could undermine Ghana’s long-term stability.

Speaking on The Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday, May 4, 2026, Bright Simons explained, “The other thing I also think is critical is we shouldn’t completely excuse the monetary side because the monetary side has the duty to set the right and realistic levels for cedi value and for inflation”.

“I genuinely believe that the Bank of Ghana has been somewhat too aggressive than the conditions warrant in its ability to paint a certain degree of stability in the currency. You have to have that mindset, but you also have to respond to real dynamics in the economy”.

“If the real dynamics in the economy are such that you’re struggling to keep up, then you’re going to have this situation where you’re trying to buy so much gold because you need so much more dollars to intervene. You need some dollars to intervene, but what level of dollars do you need to intervene?” he questioned.

“I have personally talked to the Bank of Ghana and asked them to model the right level of intervention that makes sense, knowing very well that it’s very difficult, but there has to be an attempt because this thing where you say we have unlimited capacity to intervene in the foreign exchange market is not credible,” he said.

He further warned, “In other markets, this will signal that the Bank of Ghana is ripe for attack because it can’t have unlimited capacity to intervene in the foreign exchange market. Rather, we don’t know the policy guidance on that. Does it really have unlimited capacity or not?” he added.

Bright Simons argued that the BoG must strike a balance between maintaining stability and responding to underlying economic realities.

The Vice President of IMANI Africa’s comments come in the wake of the central bank’s 2025 financial statement.

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Coalition of Teacher unions threaten industrial action

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Coalition of Teacher unions threaten industrial action

A coalition of Teacher unions has threatened industrial action if the government fails to place newly promoted teachers on their appropriate salary by close of work on Monday, August 31, 2026.

According to the Unions, their action follows a directive from the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department that contradicts an earlier assurance by the Ghana Education Service (GES) to implement the automatic promotion system by August.

The General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Thomas Musah, described the directive as unlawful.

The GNAT General Secretary also called on the government to ensure that the affected teachers are placed on their new salary scales by the deadline.

He stressed that failure to meet the deadline could trigger industrial action, saying the unions would not be in a position to prevent teachers from taking action.

Speaking at a media briefing in Accra on Thursday, August 27, General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Thomas Musah, stated, “We the teacher unions, we have no option than to make it clear that the automatic promotion of teachers or placement of teachers on the required grade as to where they should be on the promotion as of the results that came out, they should be put on their respective scales by close of work on Monday, 31st August, 2026, as promised by the Ghana Education Service”.

“Failure to do so, whatever happens thereafter, His Excellency should hold the agency heads there responsible. We, the teacher unions, we cannot restrain any teacher from that particular day,” he said.

Also, Jacob Anaba, the President of the Pre-Tertiary Teachers Association of Ghana (PRETAG), has accused the GES of failing to provide teachers with detailed statistics on recent promotional examinations.

Jacob Anaba stated, “Over the years, when teachers write promotional exams and the results are released, we are given statistics of those that passed and those that failed; the number and the percentage.

We are also given another breakdown of the number of people that passed to Deputy Director, Assistant Director I, Assistant Director II, Principal Superintendent. This time, all that has not been done,” he said.

In other news, Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, has said the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service (GES) are working in collaboration to improve the welfare, motivation and retention of teachers.

According to Haruna Iddrisu, the new measures are particularly for those in rural and deprived communities, adding that Teacher welfare is a national priority.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on July 2, 2026, Haruna Iddrisu said, “The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service, is implementing a number of targeted strategies to improve the welfare, motivation and retention of teachers across the country, particularly those posted to rural and underserved areas.”

“Teacher welfare is positioned as a national priority to strengthen their motivation, dignity and retention, and for long-term education outcome gains. As part of government efforts to attract, motivate and retain teachers in deprived and underserved communities, special incentives have been put in place for teachers who are self-posting to such areas,” he stated.

The Education Minister added, “I am happy to note that one of these incentives is a reduction in the number of years required to qualify for study leave. Originally, it was three years if you were in a deprived area. We have reduced it now to two years. So any person who is self-posting to a rural deprived area after two years of service can apply for study leave with pay”.

“We are also engaged in continuous education and capacity building of teachers across the country. In addition, the government is committed to rolling out a 20 per cent salary-related rural posting allowance for teachers serving in rural and deprived areas. The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Education are working on implementing that. A significant thing that affects the welfare of teachers is their shelter housing.”

Haruna Iddrisu added, “A significant thing that affects the welfare of teachers is their shelter housing. We are currently engaging in some discussion to deploy the Teacher Dabre Initiative of President Mahama, which was in the NDC manifesto, which will provide accommodation for teachers in rural areas to address the housing challenges that affect teacher deployment and retention in those areas”.

“Under this initiative, deliberate measures are being taken to ensure that the construction of new school facilities is accompanied by teacher accommodation. So this time we have directed that if contracts are awarded for school blocks, they must naturally include accommodation facilities for teachers,” he added.

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IMF programme contributed to rapid depreciation of cedi under Akufo-Addo gov’t – Dr Bawumia

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IMF programme contributed to rapid depreciation of cedi under Akufo-Addo gov’t – Dr Bawumia

 Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the former Vice President and NPP Presidential Candidate for the 2028 election, has revealed that Ghana’s IMF programme under the Akufo-Addo government contributed to the rapid depreciation of the cedi between 2022 and 2024.

According to Dr Bawumia, the IMF programme capped the  Bank of Ghana’s foreign exchange market interventions at a maximum of $80 million per month.

Dr Bawumia argued that the IMF cap meant the Bank of Ghana could use a maximum of $960 million a year to support the cedi.

He disclosed that amount was far below Ghana’s monthly demand for foreign exchange to finance fuel, machinery, medicine and other imports.

Speaking on Thursday during a meeting with members of the Ghana Small-Scale Miners Association in Accra, Dr Bawumia stated, “One of the restrictions for the IMF programme that we engaged in was the amount of foreign exchange that the central bank could use to intervene to support the cedi. We were given a maximum of $80 million a month”.

“So, we were really constricted in terms of availability of foreign exchange. And at the same time, the cedi was depreciating almost on a daily basis,” he said.

He further explained that the restriction formed part of the IMF’s reserve accumulation strategy but created a foreign exchange scarcity in the market.

According to Dr Bawumia, the restriction was lifted in January 2025 after Ghana had built sufficient foreign exchange reserves through the Gold for Reserves programme.

He added, “Because we had built up the foreign exchange reserves through Gold-for-Reserves, that restriction was removed. And since then, the Bank of Ghana has been able to put in at least $1 billion a month in the market”.

He further cited the current level of intervention with the previous cap, “From $80 million maximum per month, or $960 million per year, to $1 billion a month. We couldn’t even do $1 billion a year before.”

He argued that the increased availability of foreign exchange following the removal of the restriction contributed to the stability of the Ghanaian cedi.

In other news, Bright Simons, the Vice President of IMANI Africa, has said the Bank of Ghana’s approach to stabilising the cedi and inflation is overly aggressive. 

According to Bright Simons, the BoG’s excessive intervention in the foreign exchange market could undermine Ghana’s long-term stability.

Speaking on The Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday, May 4, 2026, Bright Simons explained, “The other thing I also think is critical is we shouldn’t completely excuse the monetary side because the monetary side has the duty to set the right and realistic levels for cedi value and for inflation”.

“I genuinely believe that the Bank of Ghana has been somewhat too aggressive than the conditions warrant in its ability to paint a certain degree of stability in the currency. You have to have that mindset, but you also have to respond to real dynamics in the economy”.

“If the real dynamics in the economy are such that you’re struggling to keep up, then you’re going to have this situation where you’re trying to buy so much gold because you need so much more dollars to intervene. You need some dollars to intervene, but what level of dollars do you need to intervene?” he questioned.

“I have personally talked to the Bank of Ghana and asked them to model the right level of intervention that makes sense, knowing very well that it’s very difficult, but there has to be an attempt because this thing where you say we have unlimited capacity to intervene in the foreign exchange market is not credible,” he said.

He further warned, “In other markets, this will signal that the Bank of Ghana is ripe for attack because it can’t have unlimited capacity to intervene in the foreign exchange market. Rather, we don’t know the policy guidance on that. Does it really have unlimited capacity or not?” he added.

Bright Simons argued that the BoG must strike a balance between maintaining stability and responding to underlying economic realities.

The Vice President of IMANI Africa’s comments come in the wake of the central bank’s 2025 financial statement.

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Mahama gov’t job creation B+ – Former Labour Minister claims 

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Mahama gov’t job creation B+ – Former Labour Minister claims 

The Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, has rated the John Mahama government’s performance on job creation B+.

According to Dr Rashid Pelpuo, the government’s performance on job creation is getting close to A” despite persistent concerns over unemployment.

The former Ministry for Labour, Jobs and Employment defended the government’s record, contending that job creation should not be measured solely by the number of people directly employed by the government.

Speaking in an interview on Eyewitness News on Thursday, August 27, 2026, Rashid Pelpuo stated, “I think we’ve gotten a B. Even B+. We’re getting close to A,” he said when asked to grade the government’s performance on job creation over the past one and a half years.

“We have a multisectoral approach to job creation and accounting for the number of jobs that are created,” he said.

He further revealed that the government was still compiling data needed to establish the exact number of jobs created since it took office.

“If I give you any number now, it would be an estimate. I have written to all the ministries and departments to give me the number of jobs that have been created so far,” he said.

“We hope that by the time we finish compiling it, we’ll be able to concretely say that we have created this number of jobs.”

However, Sherif Ghali, the President of the Ghana Youth Federation, has revealed that nearly 2 million Ghanaian youth are neither in education, employment nor training.

According to him, Ghanaian youth between the ages of 15 and 35 are without jobs, education or training. 

He stressed that the situation highlights the scale of the youth employment crisis in the country, adding that youth unemployment remains significantly higher than the national average.

Sherif Ghali detailed that. Youth unemployment currently stands at 21.9%, compared with the national average of 12.8%, while the rate in the Greater Accra Region is 31.9%.

He stressed that the statistics should not be treated merely as figures, but should be understood as real challenges in securing jobs.

Speaking at the National Youth Forum on Wednesday, August 19, Mr Ghali, “Nearly 2 million young Ghanaians between age 15 and 35 are neither in education, nor employment, nor training. That is not a statistic. That is a young man in Wa who has sent out 40 applications and has not gotten any reply, not even a rejection”.

Mr Ghali cited the situation of young people who have completed apprenticeship programmes but lack the resources to establish their own businesses.

“That is a young woman in Kasoa who has finished apprenticeship, but for the past two years cannot raise 1,500 cedis to buy a sewing machine,” he said.

“A few days ago, KFC ran a promotion. The promotion said 15 cedis for chicken and fries. You saw the videos. Young people were pushing. Young people were fighting security to get inside,” he said.

According to him, the incident should prompt a broader conversation about the economic circumstances of young people.

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“No politician can beat Dr Bawumia in the 2028 elections” – Miracles Aboagye

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“No politician can beat Dr Bawumia in the 2028 elections” – Miracles Aboagye

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, an aspiring NPP communications director, has boldly stated no politician can beat the party flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the 2028 general election.

According to Miracles Aboagye, if Ghanaian voters focus on the issues affecting their lives, no politician can beat Bawumia in the 2028 elections.

He argued that the most important question for voters in 2028 would be which candidate had credible solutions to the challenges facing the country.

Speaking in an interview with Accra-based Starr FM, Dennis Miracles Aboagye stated, “When people are going to vote, they vote for the roads they don’t have. They vote for the schools they don’t have. The teacher is going to cast his vote based on what he thinks will benefit him.

The nurse, the architect, the trotro driver, the taxi driver, all these people, they are going to get up in the morning to go and cast their vote, not because of the colours.

That is why I am of the opinion, and I’m very convinced in that opinion, that in 2028, it’s not about what you did right or what you did wrong,” Mr Aboagye said.

Miracles Aboagye added, “It’s about who are the people coming to us to ask us for our votes. Now, amongst all the people asking for our vote, who amongst them is proposing solutions that address the challenges we face as of 2028?”

He further argued that the Ghanaian electorate in the 2028 election would not necessarily vote for a candidate solely based on the performance of the political party that candidate represented.

“They are going to put Dr Mahamudu Bawumia here, and put any other person also vying for president, and see who is telling us the things that will give us relief,” he said.

“And that, for me, is why we should not allow any politician, especially those in government, to create a facade and continuously distract us from paying attention to the issues,” he said.

Miracles Aboagye boldly stated that Dr Bawumia would emerge victorious if voters concentrated on the issues rather than distractions.

“I can tell you, if the Ghanaian voter should focus on the issues and pay attention, no politician can beat Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the 2028 elections,” he added.

Meanwhile, Miracles Aboagye has said if elected as the party’s Director of Communications, he will exploit the complacency within the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2028 elections.

Speaking after filing his nomination to contest the position, Miracles Aboagye pledged to strengthen the NPP’s communications machinery and position the party for the 2028 general elections.

According to Miracles Aboagye, the NDC’s confidence in its electoral prospects could create an opening for the NPP to regain ground.

“That complacency is what we need. We are going to take advantage of it,” he said.

“We are going to command the narratives,” he said.

Miracles Aboagye further disclosed that his experience serving the NPP for about 23 years will be an asset to the party’s communications efforts.

“For 23 years of my very young age, all I have done is to serve this party,” he said.

He disclosed that his approach would combine confidence, respect and passion, rather than unnecessary confrontation.

“We are going to do it with a lot of respect. We are going to do it with confidence,” he said.

“Most importantly, we are going to do what we are going to do to command every space,” he said.

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NDC disowns Kevin Taylor

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NDC disowns Kevin Taylor

Mustapha Gbande, the Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Deputy Director of Operations at the Presidency, has said US-based social commentator Kevin Taylor does not speak for the NDC.

According to Mustapha Gbande, Kevin Taylor is a “stock” from the New Patriotic Party (NPP), adding that he has attacked him, President John Dramani Mahama, and several other government officials.

Speaking during an interview on Raw with Roselyn, he recounted an incident in which Kelvin Taylor allegedly attacked his character after he attempted to advise him.

Mustapha Gbande stated, “Kevin Taylor is not NDC. He doesn’t speak for and on behalf of the NDC. He attacked me, President Mahama and other people. Kevin Taylor came from the NPP. That’s their stock.”

“Even me, he’s attacked me before. You remember a demonstration was at the Jubilee House and people were there in the night. I had even travelled and returned and had my officers calling me. So I went there and asked them to disperse because their being there could allow intruders to do whatever it is, as they cannot do a vigil in a security square. He attacked many people and me.”

Mustapha Gbande revealed that he would have advised the commentator to avoid certain issues if they were friends but added that he would not do so because Kevin Taylor has resorted to attacking the party and individuals within it.

According to him, the leadership of the NDC has admonished its younger communicators to refrain from insults.

“We will continue to encourage our young people not to go overboard, not to use insults as a tool for politicking, but continuously and constructively speak to issues. Raise your voice so high that the echoes within that voice should be intellectuality and not insults because it doesn’t build anything,” he added.

Also, the Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has launched a scathing attack, firing back at Kevin Taylor, a controversial US-based social media commentator. 

According to Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, Kevin Taylor’s stock in trade is just to malign innocent persons with lies, adding that he lies with confidence that gullible people tend to believe him.

He added that Kevin Taylor hates Ghana but pretends to love the country.

In related news,  some months ago, the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) issued a statement demanding that the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) rein in Kevin Taylor over his incessant attacks on former President John Agyekum Kufuor.

In a strongly worded press release issued on May 8, 2026, the NPP described the attacks as a desecration of a national icon.

They further called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to rein in Taylor, who they alleged has deep ties to the party.

According to the NPP, the vicious attacks by Kevin Ekow Taylor against His Excellency John Agyekum Kufuor are not politics but a desecration.

They added that President Kufuor rescued this nation from economic collapse, strengthening Ghana’s democracy, earning the admiration of Ghana and the world.

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“Don’t make politics ruin you” – Afenyo-Markin tells Dafeamekpor

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“Don’t make politics ruin you” – Afenyo-Markin tells Dafeamekpor

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, during the vetting of Supreme Court nominees, once again clashed with First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor and Majority Chief Whip Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

The heated confrontation flared between the Minority and Majority members of the Appointments Committee over the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees.

According to Alexander Afenyo‑Markin, both sides of the house had earlier agreed the nominees would be vetted in October, and questioned why that agreement had suddenly been changed.

The Minority leader, while addressing the Committee, was repeatedly interjected by Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

Afenyo-Markin cautioned Dafeamekpor against allowing politics to “ruin him.”

He stated, “You are my mate. I was called before you. You are my study mate. And you know, my law is unsoiled. So, stop what you are doing. Etse, don’t let politics make you behave this way. I’ve raised an issue, and he cannot rule on it. It’s a motion. He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote”.

“He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote. Please. It’s not fair. We have a right of reply. Let us reply. He shouldn’t rush. Why are we doing this to ourselves? It’s not fair. Your own position in 2024. Ayariga, you were there. You said 14 days,” he said.

He continued: “Why three days? Why? And when we react, you start shouting and threatening us. And you started threatening us. What’s going on in this country? In today’s Ghana, you can’t talk.”

“They will threaten you, frustrate you. That’s what you are doing. That is what you are doing. Maintain your own principle. You act out of political convenience. Where is your principle? Ayariga is here,” Afenyo-Markin insisted.

Meanwhile, the Minority later staged a walkout during the vetting, insisting that the process was being rushed and did not allow sufficient time for public scrutiny.

However, Parliament has approved the nominations of three individuals to the Supreme Court after all were recommended by the Appointments Committee and subsequently endorsed by the House, despite a dramatic boycott of the vetting process by the Minority Caucus.

The nominees include Justice Sophia Rosetta Bernasko-Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante and private legal practitioner Anthony Forson Jnr, a former President of the Ghana Bar Association.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the development stated, “On a serious note, Afenyo is not doing any good to the NPP! He appears to dislike every single Supreme Court nominee, but in the end they will be passed. No matter how you look at it, they’re human beings and some of these things can create an image in their minds”.

An X user added, “Afenyo is right, GH is a democratic state & has every right to disagree. But disagreement has a procedure.

His frustration is understandable, esp belonging to the minority. A refined politician makes a strong argument without turning every disagreement into a shouting contest”.

“Afenyo-Markin, representative of a constituency, leader of the minority wanted to overruled President of Ghana when, who, number of appointees to run his administration. Where was he when Akufo-Addo appointed MORE judges, 140 ministers despite fewer numbers before his Presidency?”, an X user added.

One X user added, “Charlie, the NPP should just do the needful n reshuffle Afenyo the man is frustrated, or they enjoy what he is going through?”

A netizen noted, “That exchange got intense fast. Afenyo-Markin definitely wasn’t holding back on his frustration with how things are being handled in parliament lately”.

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Mahama Ayariga, Dr Zanetor approved as Ministers

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Mahama Ayariga, Dr Zanetor approved as Ministers

Parliament on Thursday evening, August 27, 2026, approved the nominations of Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology.

Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor’s approval follows their vetting earlier in the day by Parliament’s Appointments Committee.

Parliament approved both nominations through a voice vote, with the Speaker declaring that the Ayes had it.

Announcing the decision, the Speaker stated, “Honourable Members, the Ayes have it. This Honourable House has accordingly approved the nominations of His Excellency the President of the following persons as Ministers of State in accordance with Article 78(1) of the 1992 Constitution”.

In related news, Dr Zanetor, speaking on Thursday, August 27, 2026, when she appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for her vetting, urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to maintain the January 1, 2027 deadline for the ban on Styrofoam or takeaway packs.

According to Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, environmental dangers associated with the widespread use and disposal of polystyrene products are too significant to be overlooked.

She highlighted that the proposed ban on polystyrene foam products is necessary to address Ghana’s growing waste management challenges.

Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings stated, “I believe that the EPA, just a couple of days ago, was actually in Kumasi raising awareness on the impending ban on styrofoam. I believe that the dangers around the use of polystyrene cannot be glossed over, and it has to be done.

“Not to belittle the issue, but I remember as children, when you wanted to go for Auntie Naa’s rice, you took your own pot to go and buy the rice, and I am not sure at which point putting plastic within plastic became the norm, and I think it comes down to a change in behaviour.

“Obviously, behaviour change is something that can take time, but it can be incentivised, or you can put penalties in place. It comes down to how we enforce the ban and the seriousness with which we seek to address this. I stand by the fact that the ban timeline has to be maintained.”

Also, Mahama Ayariga pledged to mobilise funds for the construction of the abandoned National Cathedral if the project receives the backing of the Christian community and President John Dramani Mahama.

According to Mahama Ayariga, the National Cathedral was a good idea, but badly executed.

Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for his vetting as part of the process leading to his possible approval as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, he stated, “I believe that Ghanaians are deeply religious even though constitutionally, we are regarded as a secular state. I believe that having cathedrals, church buildings, mosques and other worshipping centres are great and exciting things that enable the practice of religions.

“And so in my opinion, I don’t think there is anything wrong with having a national cathedral for the Christians of the country. And if you are talking about the National Cathedral that Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo initiated when he was president, I don’t see anything wrong with it. I think it was a good idea that was badly executed. I personally had issues with the location.”

“I want to assure this House that if I am approved, I will engage the leadership of the Christian Community and if they want to still have it, I will engage with the President and if it is his wish, I will mobilise funds [for] its construction,” he said.

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Parliament approves Mahama’s 3 Supreme Court nominees despite Minority boycott

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Parliament approves Mahama’s 3 Supreme Court nominees despite Minority boycott

Parliament has approved the nominations of three individuals to the Supreme Court after all were recommended by the Appointments Committee and subsequently endorsed by the House, despite a dramatic boycott of the vetting process by the Minority Caucus.

The nominees include Justice Sophia Rosetta Bernasko-Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante and private legal practitioner Anthony Forson Jnr, a former President of the Ghana Bar Association.

The Minority staged a walkout during the vetting, insisting that the process was being rushed and did not allow sufficient time for public scrutiny.

Before the walkout, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, during the vetting of Supreme Court nominees, once again clashed with First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor and Majority Chief Whip Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

The heated confrontation flared between the Minority and Majority members of the Appointments Committee over the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees.

According to Alexander Afenyo‑Markin, both sides of the house had earlier agreed the nominees would be vetted in October, and questioned why that agreement had suddenly been changed.

The Minority leader, while addressing the Committee, was repeatedly interjected by Rockson‑Nelson Dafeamekpor.

Afenyo-Markin cautioned Dafeamekpor against allowing politics to “ruin him.”

He stated, “You are my mate. I was called before you. You are my study mate. And you know, my law is unsoiled. So, stop what you are doing. Etse, don’t let politics make you behave this way. I’ve raised an issue, and he cannot rule on it. It’s a motion. He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote”.

“He should tell me where he can rule. We have to take a decision and vote. Please. It’s not fair. We have a right of reply. Let us reply. He shouldn’t rush. Why are we doing this to ourselves? It’s not fair. Your own position in 2024. Ayariga, you were there. You said 14 days,” he said.

He continued: “Why three days? Why? And when we react, you start shouting and threatening us. And you started threatening us. What’s going on in this country? In today’s Ghana, you can’t talk.”

“They will threaten you, frustrate you. That’s what you are doing. That is what you are doing. Maintain your own principle. You act out of political convenience. Where is your principle? Ayariga is here,” Afenyo-Markin insisted.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the development stated, “On a serious note, Afenyo is not doing any good to the NPP! He appears to dislike every single Supreme Court nominee, but in the end they will be passed. No matter how you look at it, they’re human beings and some of these things can create an image in their minds”.

An X user added, “Afenyo is right, GH is a democratic state & has every right to disagree. But disagreement has a procedure.

His frustration is understandable, esp belonging to the minority. A refined politician makes a strong argument without turning every disagreement into a shouting contest”.

“Afenyo-Markin, representative of a constituency, leader of the minority, wanted to overrule the President of Ghana when, who, number of appointees to run his administration. Where was he when Akufo-Addo appointed MORE judges, 140 ministers despite fewer numbers before his Presidency?”, an X user added.

One X user added, “Charlie, the NPP should just do the needful and reshuffle Afenyo; the man is frustrated, or they enjoy what he is going through?”

A netizen noted, “That exchange got intense fast. Afenyo-Markin definitely wasn’t holding back on his frustration with how things are being handled in parliament lately”.

@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Hon. Ewurabena Aubynn has arrived in Dansoman to officially commission the newly built Astroturf in the Ablekuma North Constituency. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

“Develop our country, but don’t go to Ato Forson and ask for money” – Mahama tells gov’t appointees

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“Develop our country, but don’t go to Ato Forson and ask for money” – Mahama tells gov’t appointees

President John Dramani Mahama has urged his appointees to take responsibility in developing Ghana by finding innovative ways to fund projects rather than relying solely on government allocations.

According to John Mahama, institutions must drive national development without asking Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson for funding.

Mahama further detailed that the airport projects, including the new GCAA control tower, refurbishment of Terminal 2, the transfer concourse between Terminals 2 and 3, and the new parking and commercial development, are being funded entirely from the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and Ghana Airports Company Limited.

The project is expected to feature a seven-storey car park with over 2,000 parking bays, two hotels, a pedestrian connector linking directly to the terminal, a shopping mall with a food court, retail and office spaces, as well as a sky lounge and an observation deck offering views of aircraft landings and take-offs.

Speaking during the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a Multi-Tiered, Multi-Purpose Car Park and Airport Hotels Complex at the Accra International Airport, President Mahama stated, “I wish to commend the Minister of Transport and all those associated with this project. This is what we want to see. Develop our country, but don’t go to Ato Forson and ask for money”.

“Let me state for the record that all these airport projects, the Ghana Civil Aviation’s new control tower, the refurbishment of Terminal 2, the transfer concourse between Terminal 2 and 3, and currently the airport’s parking lots, entertainment and hotel space, are being funded entirely on the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Limited, that’s for the control tower, and for all these other projects on the balance sheet of the Ghana Airport Company Limited,” he said.

Also, President John Dramani Mahama backed measures by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and other airport agencies to stop workers from soliciting or begging visitors for tips.

According to Mahama, the practice creates a negative impression of Ghana among international visitors.

He called on airport workers to uphold professionalism, discipline and hospitality.

President Mahama highlighted that every interaction between visitors and workers at the airport contributes to the country’s image, from immigration and baggage handling to traffic management and other services.

President Mahama stated, “I’m happy that the Ghana Airports Company Limited and the Civil Aviation Authority and other institutions working at the airport are taking a tough stance against soliciting and begging visitors for tips. It reflects very badly on our country”.

“Every institution and every worker at this airport contributes to Ghana’s image,” he said, adding that the welcome at immigration, efficiency in baggage handling, cleanliness and courtesy of service providers all shape visitors’ first and last impressions of the country.

It will be recalled that the GACL has already dismissed two car park workers over alleged involvement in soliciting tips from passengers as part of the broader crackdown.

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@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

“I didn’t do well” – Kwami Sefa Kayi begs Afenyo-Markin over ‘extortionist’ discussion Peace FM

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“I didn’t do well” – Kwami Sefa Kayi begs Afenyo-Markin over ‘extortionist’ discussion Peace FM

Kwami Sefa Kayi, a Ghanaian media personality and broadcaster, has begged Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, over comments describing him as an “extortionist” during a discussion on Peace FM Kokrokoo show.

Kwami Sefa Kayi on his Kokrokoo show acknowledged that Afenyo-Markin had a point in criticising him for failing to speak up when the allegation was made during the discussion.

The veteran broadcaster explained that although some panel members referred to Afenyo-Markin as an “extortionist”, he did not intervene to challenge the allegation.

Speaking on the Kokrokoo programme, Kwami Sefa Kayi used the platform to apologise to the Minority Leader, saying, “I want to use this medium to apologise to Afenyo-Markin that I didn’t do well. So, I apologise because he said when his name was mentioned here that he is an extortionist; I didn’t stand for him to speak against it, and I believe that he has a point”.

Meanwhile, more details have emerged on the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, lawsuit against the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Eric Adjei, Multimedia Group and Peace FM.

Afenyo-Markin, in a separate lawsuit, sued Sammy Gyamfi and Multimedia Group at the Accra High Court.

The Minority leader also sued Eric Adjei and Peace FM at the Achimota Circuit Court.

Speaking when Parliament reconvened on Monday, August 24, 2026, the Minority leader revealed he has initiated legal proceedings against Mr Gyamfi and media organisations that published or broadcast the statements in question.

Afenyo-Markin stated, “I have accordingly caused writs to be filed in Suit Number GT/1029/2026, titled Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin versus Samuel Adu Gyamfi and Multimedia Group Limited at the Accra High Court, and Suit Number GR/ACH/CC/C5/02/2026, titled Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin versus Eric Adjei and Peace FM at the Achimota Circuit Court”.

“I have every confidence that in the fullness of time the court will make the appropriate determination,” he added.

The legal action follows weeks of public exchanges between the Minority Leader and the GoldBod CEO over the financial performance of the DGPP, while Afenyo-Markin had appeared to have softened his earlier threat to pursue legal action over allegations made by Sammy Gyamfi.

The court cited details that the reliefs being sought by Afenyo-Markin including a retraction of the alleged defamatory statements.

“The reliefs are listed below:

a. General damages for libel;

b. Aggravated damages;

c. Exemplary damages;

d. An order directing the defendants to publish a full, unconditional and unequivocal retraction of the defamatory statements;

e. An order directing the defendants to publish a full, unconditional and unequivocal public apology to the plaintiff; and

f. An order directing that the retraction and apology be published and/or broadcast with substantially the same prominence and reach as the original publication.

g. An order directing the Defendants to cause the retraction and apology to be broadcast on JoyNews and published on the relevant electronic and social media platforms through which the defamatory publication was disseminated

h. An order of perpetual injunction restraining the Defendants, their servants, agents, assigns and/or any persons acting under their authority from further publishing the defamatory words or any words to the same or substantially similar effect concerning the Plaintiff

i. Costs of Fifteen million Ghana cedis (GH¢15,000,000.00) as compensation thereof

j. Costs, including legal costs; and

k. Any further or other reliefs as this Honourable Court may deem fit”.

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GACL, GCAA funding airport projects from their own balance sheets – Mahama

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GACL, GCAA funding airport projects from their own balance sheets – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that the new GCAA control tower, refurbishment of Terminal 2, the transfer concourse between Terminals 2 and 3, and the new parking and commercial development are being funded entirely from the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GACL) and Ghana Airports Company Limited (GCAA).

Mahama commended the Minister of Transport and other stakeholders involved in the project for securing funding through the balance sheets of the relevant institutions instead of relying on government funding.

He further urged his appointees to take responsibility in developing Ghana by finding innovative ways to fund projects rather than relying solely on government allocations.

According to John Mahama, institutions must drive national development without asking Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson for funding.

The project is expected to feature a seven-storey car park with over 2,000 parking bays, two hotels, a pedestrian connector linking directly to the terminal, a shopping mall with a food court, retail and office spaces, as well as a sky lounge and an observation deck offering views of aircraft landings and take-offs.

Speaking during the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a Multi-Tiered, Multi-Purpose Car Park and Airport Hotels Complex at the Accra International Airport, President Mahama stated, “I wish to commend the Minister of Transport and all those associated with this project. This is what we want to see. Develop our country, but don’t go to Ato Forson and ask for money”.

“Let me state for the record that all these airport projects, the Ghana Civil Aviation’s new control tower, the refurbishment of Terminal 2, the transfer concourse between Terminal 2 and 3, and currently the airport’s parking lots, entertainment and hotel space, are being funded entirely on the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Limited, that’s for the control tower, and for all these other projects on the balance sheet of the Ghana Airport Company Limited,” he said.

Also, President John Dramani Mahama backed measures by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and other airport agencies to stop workers from soliciting or begging visitors for tips.

According to Mahama, the practice creates a negative impression of Ghana among international visitors.

He called on airport workers to uphold professionalism, discipline and hospitality.

President Mahama highlighted that every interaction between visitors and workers at the airport contributes to the country’s image, from immigration and baggage handling to traffic management and other services.

President Mahama stated, “I’m happy that the Ghana Airports Company Limited and the Civil Aviation Authority and other institutions working at the airport are taking a tough stance against soliciting and begging visitors for tips. It reflects very badly on our country”.

“Every institution and every worker at this airport contributes to Ghana’s image,” he said, adding that the welcome at immigration, efficiency in baggage handling, cleanliness and courtesy of service providers all shape visitors’ first and last impressions of the country.

It will be recalled that the GACL has already dismissed two car park workers over alleged involvement in soliciting tips from passengers as part of the broader crackdown.

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@ghbrain_ LIVE | “Develop our country, but don’t go to Ato Forson for money.” — President John Dramani Mahama. President Mahama has commended the Ghana Airports Company Limited for its ability to fully fund major airport development projects from its own resources, including the construction of the Multi-Purpose, Multi-Tiered Car Park and Airport Hotels Complex. – #ghbrain ♬ original sound – GHBRAIN
@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Deputy Transport Minister departs after the sod-cutting ceremony for the new airport complex. #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

‘My job is to turn this Minority into Majority’ – Afenyo-Markin tells new Majority leader Agalga

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‘My job is to turn this Minority into Majority’ – Afenyo-Markin tells new Majority leader Agalga

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has sent a direct message to the new Majority Leader, James Agalga, but says he will miss the chamber relationship he had with Mahama Ayariga.

Afenyo-Markin assured James Agalga of his support in Parliament, but says his ultimate objective is to transform the Minority Caucus into the Majority.

According to Afenyo-Markin, he would not obstruct his counterpart but would instead provide an alternative perspective on government business.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, August 27, after Agalga formally assumed the Majority Leader position, Afenyo-Markin stated, “I am saying that you can find in me a friend. My job is not to obstruct you. My job is to offer a different lens to things you may not see”.

“I can promise you a well-researched dossier for all my debates. That I can promise you,” he added.

“My job really, my job really is to turn this Minority into Majority. That really is my job,” he stressed.

The Minority leader also cautioned Agalga against attempts to weaken or infiltrate the Minority Caucus as he begins his tenure as Majority Leader.

The development follows James Agalga officially assuming the position of Majority Leader following a communication from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin announcing changes.

Earlier, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, had said President John Dramani Mahama’s announcement of Builsa North MP James Agalga as the new Majority Leader was not in accordance with parliamentary procedure.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that the President does not have the authority to formally communicate a change in the leadership of a parliamentary caucus to the Speaker.

According to Speaker Bagbin, under Parliament’s Standing Orders, any change in the leadership of the Majority or Minority Caucus must be formally communicated to the Speaker by the General Secretary of the political party.

Speaking on Monday, August 24, 2026, Speaker Bagbin made the clarification, saying, “The communication says acting because the President has no authority to communicate the change of the leadership of the House to the Speaker. And so it was actually done in error. This matter has come before the House a number of times. As a result, even in our current Standing Orders, we had to define the two terms, Majority Leader and Minority Leader.

“And clearly our Standing Orders say Majority Leader means a Member of Parliament designated by the Majority Caucus as their leader in the House. And as you know, the practice is that the party, under the hand of the General Secretary, communicates that decision of the party to the Speaker,” he said.

Alban Bagbin also revealed that Agalga could only assume the position after the appropriate communication is received from the governing party.

“So the procedure today may look different. That is why you still see that the Majority Leader is still in his seat, because he’s still the Majority Leader, until otherwise communicated by the party and then decided by the caucus and the information passed on,” he added.

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@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

I’m happy there is a crackdown on airport workers begging visitors for tips – Mahama

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I’m happy there is a crackdown on airport workers begging visitors for tips – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has backed measures by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and other airport agencies to stop workers from soliciting or begging visitors for tips.

According to Mahama, the practice creates a negative impression of Ghana among international visitors.

He called on airport workers to uphold professionalism, discipline and hospitality.

President Mahama highlighted that every interaction between visitors and workers at the airport contributes to the country’s image, from immigration and baggage handling to traffic management and other services.

Speaking on Thursday, August 27, at the sod-cutting ceremony for the Multi-Tiered, Multi-Purpose Car Park and Airport Hotels Complex at the Accra International Airport, President Mahama stated, “I’m happy that the Ghana Airports Company Limited and the Civil Aviation Authority and other institutions working at the airport are taking a tough stance against soliciting and begging visitors for tips. It reflects very badly on our country”.

“Every institution and every worker at this airport contributes to Ghana’s image,” he said, adding that the welcome at immigration, efficiency in baggage handling, cleanliness and courtesy of service providers all shape visitors’ first and last impressions of the country.

It will be recalled that the GACL has already dismissed two car park workers over alleged involvement in soliciting tips from passengers as part of the broader crackdown.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has today August, 27, 2026, cut sod for the construction of a seven-storey multi-purpose car park and commercial complex at Terminal 3 of the Accra International Airport.

 President Mahama at the sod-cutting ceremony disclosed that government’s strategy is not merely to attract more passengers but to position Ghana as a preferred destination, transit point, and competitive aviation hub in Africa.

According to John Mahama, passenger traffic at the airport had increased from 1.8 million in 2022 to 2.5 million in 2025, emphasising the need for expanded infrastructure.

Mahama further detailed that the airport projects, including the new GCAA control tower, refurbishment of Terminal 2, the transfer concourse between Terminals 2 and 3, and the new parking and commercial development, are being funded entirely from the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and Ghana Airports Company Limited.

He further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening aviation infrastructure and connectivity.

The project is expected to feature a seven-storey car park with over 2,000 parking bays, two hotels, a pedestrian connector linking directly to the terminal, a shopping mall with a food court, retail and office spaces, as well as a sky lounge and an observation deck offering views of aircraft landings and take-offs.

@ghnow_ President Mahama departs after the sod-cutting ceremony for the new airport complex. ✈️🇬🇭 #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ
@ghnow_ “The new airport complex can accommodate over 2,000 cars” — Transport Minister #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

We will take advantage of NDC’s complacency in 2028 – Miracles Aboagye 

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We will take advantage of NDC’s complacency in 2028 – Miracles Aboagye 

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, an aspiring National Communications Officer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said if elected as the party’s Director of Communications, he will exploit the complacency within the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2028 elections.

Speaking after filing his nomination to contest the position, Miracles Aboagye pledged to strengthen the NPP’s communications machinery and position the party for the 2028 general elections.

According to Miracles Aboagye, the NDC’s confidence in its electoral prospects could create an opening for the NPP to regain ground.

“That complacency is what we need. We are going to take advantage of it,” he said.

“We are going to command the narratives,” he said.

Miracles Aboagye further disclosed that his experience serving the NPP for about 23 years will be an asset to the party’s communications efforts.

“For 23 years of my very young age, all I have done is to serve this party,” he said.

He disclosed that his approach would combine confidence, respect and passion, rather than unnecessary confrontation.

“We are going to do it with a lot of respect. We are going to do it with confidence,” he said.

“Most importantly, we are going to do what we are going to do to command every space,” he said.

In related news, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, a former President of Ghana, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to win the 2028 elections.

According to Akufo-Addo, the NPP must grab the opportunity the 2028 election presents to bring the party back to power in 2028.

Speaking with Dennis Miracles Aboagye when he visited him at his office, Akufo-Addo stated, “2028, come what may, we have to win this election. The opportunity is 2028; let’s grab it and make sure we bring an NPP government back into office”.

He further highlighted that after the internal elections, there will be a need for the party to bring everyone on board to help fight for power in 2028.

Also, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said the party’s primary objective is to regain political power in the 2028 elections.

According to Dr Bawumia, the August 15 regional elections should not be viewed as the end of the party’s internal activities but rather as part of a broader process aimed at creating a stronger and more effective political organisation capable of winning back power in the 2028 election.

He also reminded the executives that their election should be viewed as a responsibility rather than merely a political achievement.

Dr Bawumia stated, “The goal for all of us is to win the 2028 election. This is just a stepping stone towards winning 2028. As a party, we have been engaged in an exercise of reorganisation. We have had our polling station elections, our electoral area elections, we have had our constituency elections, and we have now had our regional elections.

“We will culminate that process on October 10 with the national elections and therefore, at the end of that, the party will be in a good position to have that vehicle that drives us to victory in 2028. So there is a lot of work ahead of us.”

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@ghnow_ Watch the ultramodern Features of the new airport complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ President Mahama departs after the sod-cutting ceremony for the new airport complex. ✈️🇬🇭 #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

Young women and men stay in Ghana to work, don’t run away – Kwame Pianim

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Young women and men stay in Ghana to work, don’t run away – Kwame Pianim

Kwame Pianim, a Renowned economist, has urged young Ghanaian women and men to remain in the country and contribute to its economic development.

According to Kwame Pianim, Ghana should create jobs and invest in productive sectors to prevent the growing youth population from becoming a burden on the economy.

The Renowned economist urged Ghanaian youths to stay and build Ghana instead of running to other countries.

Speaking during a panel discussion at the Fidelity Bank Debt Capital Markets Conference 2026, Kwame Pianim stated, “Now that the weather is changing in Europe, they will give us free visas to go there while they come and stay here. So you and I, let’s do the right thing and be strong, and I think we will maintain this macroeconomic stability and move it forward. Otherwise, in 10 years’ time, I am gone. You and your children are here.

Make sure that this place we have called Ghana is made safe and productive for us. Our young women and men, stay here to work instead of running away, walking to other countries to add value to our raw materials in countries where nobody wants them,” he said.

Kwame Pianim also stressed the need to create jobs for the young people entering the labour market.

“You either create jobs for them so they become forces for development, or you leave them and they become destroyers,” Kwame Pianim said.

“They will be bandits, they will be armed robbers. They will not be contributing to growth,” he added.

He further issued a warning about illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, saying, “If the galamsey continues, there is nothing you do, you won’t have water. You are not rich enough to import avian water to drink, and the genetic make-up of our women is being destroyed. So let’s focus on that. Clean it up. The next war will be fought over water, where the water is and when the West moves in, they will push us to the arid areas,” he emphasised.

However, Ghanaian media personality Nana Aba Anamoah has sparked a debate on social media, calling on her follow, country men and women to seize any opportunity to relocate abroad legally for work.

According to Nana Aba Anamoah, should a Ghanaian get the opportunity to leave this country legally and work legally, they should take it without looking back.

In a post on X, Nana Aba Anamoah on July 30, 3036 wrote, “If you get the chance to leave this country legally and work legally, take it.  Don’t look back”.

The veteran journalist’s post has since ignited debates on social media, with many X users sharing their opinions, saying, “I wonder why people know the truth and still doubt it. We have friends who left the country earlier, and now they’re all rich men.

Those of us who haven’t got the chance to move outside are struggling here; the Lady is right”.

Another X user added, “Any politician never thinks about the best welfare for its citizens.

They perceive having your best welfare in mind when in opposition and never think about that when they gain power.

Looting upon looting”.

“I won’t fault her because it’s captured in the conditions of service of the majority of our top public institutions like president, veep, judges, etc to go abroad for their leave. Ei, they can’t do their leave here but abroad.

That’s where I realised we were sold a fake dream”, an X user added.

A netizen added, “Very true. She’s not wrong at all. Relying on “hope” and “it will get better” year after year while basic systems fail every single day gets exhausting.

If a clear, legal path opens up to build a stable life elsewhere, grab it with both hands.

Survival shouldn’t be a daily struggle”.

A netizen added, “I think our leaders are taking us for granted.

Some political appointees don’t even have any idea of what their position or scope of work entails. They just appoint people based on their influence and charisma. Mtchew”.

“If we all stay and aim to better our country by ending corruption &other criminal junks that kill the system, then there will be no need to go overseas to labour& pay heavy taxes that are conditioned on foreigners.  ” It’s just that our currency is weak; otherwise, there is less money”, a netizen added.

@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Watch the ultramodern Features of the new airport complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

2027 deadline for ban on ‘takeaway’ packs must be maintained – Dr Zanetor

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2027 deadline for ban on ‘takeaway’ packs must be maintained – Dr Zanetor

Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, the Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, has urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to maintain the January 1, 2027 deadline for the ban on Styrofoam or takeaway packs.

According to Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, environmental dangers associated with the widespread use and disposal of polystyrene products are too significant to be overlooked.

She highlighted that the proposed ban on polystyrene foam products is necessary to address Ghana’s growing waste management challenges.

Speaking on Thursday, August 27, 2026, when she appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for her vetting as Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings stated, “I believe that the EPA, just a couple of days ago, was actually in Kumasi raising awareness on the impending ban on styrofoam. I believe that the dangers around the use of polystyrene cannot be glossed over, and it has to be done.

“Not to belittle the issue, but I remember as children, when you wanted to go for Auntie Naa’s rice, you took your own pot to go and buy the rice, and I am not sure at which point putting plastic within plastic became the norm, and I think it comes down to a change in behaviour.

“Obviously, behaviour change is something that can take time, but it can be incentivised, or you can put penalties in place. It comes down to how we enforce the ban and the seriousness with which we seek to address this. I stand by the fact that the ban timeline has to be maintained.”

Also, Dr Zanetor proposed CSIR funding for plant-based alternatives to plastics.

“What I believe can be done in addition to this is to channel some funding towards the CSIR,  so that they can actually look into biological alternatives, for example hemp, for example cassava,” she said.

“We have a lot of plant produce that can be used to make plastic alternatives which can break down and don’t actually persist in the environment.”

“I believe that once again with regards to the issue around plastic waste, it’s an all-of-government, all-of-society approach,” she said.

Meanwhile, the  Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association urges the government to delay the planned 2027 Styrofoam ban until 2030.

According to the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association, the ban on  Styrofoam products must be in a phased transition.

In a GHOne news card, the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association stated, “Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association urge government to delay planned 2027 Styrofoam ban until 2030, calls for phased transition”.

The development follows the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) announcing the ban on all polystyrene foam products, popularly known as “Styrofoam” or “Takeaway Packs,” in Ghana, effective 1st January 2027.

According to the EPA, the ban covers all forms of expanded polystyrene foam products used for human and commercial activities.

This includes “food packaging containers and takeaway packs, disposable cups and plates, foam packs used by restaurants, chop bars and food vendors, ceiling and insulation materials, foam mattresses and bedding materials, and packaging and cushioning materials”.

The EPA, however, exclude EPS products specifically intended for medical, scientific, laboratory, and diagnostic purposes, subject to applicable regulations.

@ghnow_ President Mahama departs after the sod-cutting ceremony for the new airport complex. ✈️🇬🇭 #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ
@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

‘2028 come what may NPP have to win this election’ – Akufo-Addo

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‘2028 come what may NPP have to win this election’ – Akufo-Addo

Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, a former President of Ghana, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to win the 2028 elections.

According to Akufo-Addo, the NPP must grab the opportunity the 2028 election presents to bring the party back to power in 2028.

Speaking with Dennis Miracles Aboagye when he visited him at his office, Akufo-Addo stated, “2028, come what may, we have to win this election. The opportunity is 2028; let’s grab it and make sure we bring an NPP government back into office”.

He further highlighted that after the internal elections, there will be a need for the party to bring everyone on board to help fight for power in 2028.

In related news, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said the party’s primary objective is to regain political power in the 2028 elections.

According to Dr Bawumia, the August 15 regional elections should not be viewed as the end of the party’s internal activities but rather as part of a broader process aimed at creating a stronger and more effective political organisation capable of winning back power in the 2028 election.

He also reminded the executives that their election should be viewed as a responsibility rather than merely a political achievement.

Dr Bawumia stated, “The goal for all of us is to win the 2028 election. This is just a stepping stone towards winning 2028. As a party, we have been engaged in an exercise of reorganisation. We have had our polling station elections, our electoral area elections, we have had our constituency elections, and we have now had our regional elections.

“We will culminate that process on October 10 with the national elections and therefore, at the end of that, the party will be in a good position to have that vehicle that drives us to victory in 2028. So there is a lot of work ahead of us.”

Also, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), the New Patriotic Party (NPP) 2024 running mate, has said if the party do not win the 2028 general election, they cannot win the 2032 election.

According to NAPO, if the NPP do not fight for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to become running mate, no one will come after him.

Speaking to some NPP members in a viral video shared on social media, NAPO stated, “If the NPP do not fight for Dr Bawumia to come, no one will come after him. If you think I am telling lies, don’t do it. If we do not win the 2028 we cannot win the 2023 election.

So if somebody comes to tell you that someone wants to lead in 2032, shame them”.

Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh further disclosed that he could have picked up forms to contest in the NPP presidential primaries, but he will never stand unless Dr Mahamudu Bawumia become president.

NAPO added, “I have said it on the radio: I can pick forms in the NPP, but if I have not helped Dr Bawumia to become President, I will never stand”.

@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ President Mahama departs after the sod-cutting ceremony for the new airport complex. ✈️🇬🇭 #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

Mahama cuts sod for new multi-storey airport car park and commercial complex

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Mahama cuts sod for new multi-storey airport car park and commercial complex

President John Dramani Mahama has today August, 27, 2026, cut sod for the construction of a seven-storey multi-purpose car park and commercial complex at Terminal 3 of the Accra International Airport.

 President Mahama at the sod-cutting ceremony disclosed that government’s strategy is not merely to attract more passengers but to position Ghana as a preferred destination, transit point, and competitive aviation hub in Africa.

According to John Mahama, passenger traffic at the airport had increased from 1.8 million in 2022 to 2.5 million in 2025, emphasising the need for expanded infrastructure.

Mahama further detailed that the airport projects, including the new GCAA control tower, refurbishment of Terminal 2, the transfer concourse between Terminals 2 and 3, and the new parking and commercial development, are being funded entirely from the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and Ghana Airports Company Limited.

He further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening aviation infrastructure and connectivity.

The project is expected to feature a seven-storey car park with over 2,000 parking bays, two hotels, a pedestrian connector linking directly to the terminal, a shopping mall with a food court, retail and office spaces, as well as a sky lounge and an observation deck offering views of aircraft landings and take-offs.

In a post on X, Felix Kwakye Ofosu detailed, saying, “President Mahama is famed for his investments in mega, world-class infrastructure.

He delivered Terminal 3 at the Accra International Airport, the massive MPS Terminal at the Tema Harbour, and found $ 400 million for the Tema to Mpakadan Rail Project, among others.

He returns to the Accra International Airport on Thursday, 27th August, to cut sod for this new Multi-Tiered, Multi-Purpose Carpark and Airport Hotels Complex with the following features.

* 7 Storey Carpark

* 2 Hotels

* A pedestrian connector to the terminal

* 2000+ Carpark bays

* A Shopping Mall with food court, retail spaces and office spaces for rental

* A sky lounge for entertainment

* A sky observatory for Aircraft viewings – landings and take-offs”.

@ghnow_ Safety and Security remains non negotiable – President John Mahama #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Watch the ultramodern Features of the new airport complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

Revealed – Mahama Ayariga married to Sunyani West MP, Millicent Amankwah Yeboah

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Revealed – Mahama Ayariga married to Sunyani West MP, Millicent Amankwah Yeboah

Mahama Ayariga, the Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs and outgoing Majority Leader of Parliament, has confirmed he is married to another legislator, the MP for Sunyani West, Millicent Amankwah Yeboah.

Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for his vetting as part of the process leading to his possible approval as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs.

The appearance of Millicent Yeboah at the vetting of Mahama Ayariga, particularly her sitting position, ignited rumours of her being involved with the Majority Leader.

Mahama Ayariga, during his vetting, confirmed that Millicent Yeboah was his wife.

During his vetting, when asked who he trusted the most by Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Ayariga said, “With my recent marriage, my wife,” pointing at the Sunyani East MP.

Also, the Chairman of the Appointment Committee of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, at the end of the vetting, introduced Millicent Yeboah as the wife of the Majority Leader.

Reports indicate that even though the marriage might be recent, the couple have been together for a long time, as they are reported to have two children.

Meanwhile, Mahama Ayariga, has pledged to mobilise funds for the construction of the abandoned National Cathedral if the project receives the backing of the Christian community and President John Dramani Mahama.

Mahama Ayariga stated, “I believe that Ghanaians are deeply religious even though constitutionally, we are regarded as a secular state. I believe that having cathedrals, church buildings, mosques and other worshipping centres are great and exciting things that enable the practice of religions.

“And so in my opinion, I don’t think there is anything wrong with having a national cathedral for the Christians of the country. And if you are talking about the National Cathedral that Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo initiated when he was president, I don’t see anything wrong with it. I think it was a good idea that was badly executed. I personally had issues with the location.”

“I want to assure this House that if I am approved, I will engage the leadership of the Christian Community and if they want to still have it, I will engage with the President and if it is his wish, I will mobilise funds [for] its construction,” he said.

Watch the video below:

@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

“You’re a troublesome boy” – Mahama Ayariga hilariously tells Afenyo-Markin

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“You’re a troublesome boy” – Mahama Ayariga hilariously tells Afenyo-Markin

Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga has hilariously described Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin as his “troublesome” reflecting on their often heated but cordial exchanges in Parliament.

The outgoing Majority leader, Ayariga, made the remarks when Mr Afenyo-Markin asked him to describe him during his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, August 27, 2026.

Mahama Ayariga, describing Afenyo-Markin as a “troublesome boy!” burst the whole gathering into laughter, including Archbishop Duncan-Williams, who was seated behind him.

He, however, later described the Minority Leader as a person of integrity and honesty and thanked him for the forthrightness with which he dealt with him.

“I’ve come to know you as a person of integrity and honesty. And I want to thank you for the forthrightness with which you have dealt with me as the Majority Leader,” Mr Ayariga said.

“I honestly, honestly enjoy your friendship. I enjoyed your friendship, and I do appreciate that,” he said.

“You never give up. Even when you are lying down, you’ll be shouting, ‘When I get up, you will see me,’” he said.

He further expressed hope that his successor as Majority Leader would develop a similar working relationship with Mr Afenyo-Markin.

“I hope that you and my successor will find common ground the same way,” he said.

During the vetting, Mahama Ayariga also confirmed he is married to another legislator, the MP for Sunyani West, Millicent Amankwah Yeboah.

Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for his vetting as part of the process leading to his possible approval as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs.

The appearance of Millicent Yeboah at the vetting of Mahama Ayariga, particularly her sitting position, ignited rumours of her being involved with the Majority Leader.

Mahama Ayariga, during his vetting, confirmed that Millicent Yeboah was his wife.

During his vetting, when asked who he trusted the most by Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Ayariga said, “With my recent marriage, my wife,” pointing at the Sunyani East MP.

Also, the Chairman of the Appointment Committee of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, at the end of the vetting, introduced Millicent Yeboah as the wife of the Majority Leader.

Reports indicate that even though the marriage might be recent, the couple have been together for a long time, as they are reported to have two children.

Watch the video below:

@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ
@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

BREAKING – More woes for Wontumi as GH¢30m EXIM Bank case heads to trial

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BREAKING – More woes for Wontumi as GH¢30m EXIM Bank case heads to trial

The Accra High Court has ordered the prosecution to file disclosures within 14 days after plea bargain negotiations in Chairman Wontumi’s alleged GH¢30 million EXIM Bank fraud case ended without an agreement.

Reports disclosed that the negotiations ended after the State rejected a proposal put forward by Wontumi’s legal team.

Following the failure to reach an agreement, the Accra High Court ordered the prosecution to file its disclosures within 14 days.

The disclosure process requires the prosecution to provide the defence with the evidence and documents it intends to rely on at trial.

Wontumi’s alleged GH¢30 million EXIM Bank fraud case will now move forward, with the prosecution expected to file its disclosures within 14 days.

Earlier,  Dr Justice Srem Sai, the Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice, revealed that the Bernard Antwi Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi, EXIM Bank trial will continue despite ongoing settlement negotiations.

According to the Deputy AG, negotiations have not been abandoned, but the government has decided not to suspend the trial.

Speaking in an interview on Morning Starr, Dr Srem Sai stated, “We, as prosecutors, have decided to proceed with the trial while we continue negotiations on the side”.

He disclosed that the decision was communicated to Wontumi’s lawyers after two meetings between the parties, adding that ongoing negotiations had not produced an agreement acceptable to the state.

The Deputy Attorney General also revealed that a GH¢12 million settlement proposal falls significantly below what the bank expects to recover.

According to Srem Sai, accepting an amount substantially below the alleged losses would not be prudent, particularly after assessing the evidence and circumstances surrounding the case.

He disclosed that the government does not believe it would be appropriate to accept less than half of the losses allegedly caused simply to allow the accused to walk free.

“The 12 million you mentioned, if indeed he said that, then 12 million is far below what even the bank expects to get,” he said.

“They know what to do if they want that situation to change. We have told them what to do if they want that situation to change,” he said.

It will be recalled that Chairman Wontumi was slapped with fresh charges over a GH¢30m Exim Bank loan case.

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

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

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

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

@ghnow_ Live: President Mahama cut swod for ultramodern airport complex #GHnow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ
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Abu Trica waives speedy trial right in $8 million romance fraud case

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Abu Trica waives speedy trial right in $8 million romance fraud case

Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, a Ghanaian socialite and influencer, has reportedly waived his right to a speedy trial in the United States in the alleged US$8 million romance fraud case against him.

According to American journalist and Investigative reporter Larry Miller, Abu Trica appeared before Judge John Adams on August 25, 2026, alongside prosecutors and his new defence lawyer, with the hearing lasting about 10 minutes.

Larry Miller also disclosed that the judge classified the case as a complex case, meaning the evidence and legal issues involved require more time for both sides to prepare.

The American journalist and Investigative reporter also disclosed that Abu Trica waived his right to a speedy trial, giving his defence team and the prosecution more time to prepare the case.

He explained that Abu Trica’s waiver means given up his right to have the case heard within the normal timeframe required under the US speedy trial rules.

He further disclosed that no plea deadline or trial date was set during the latest hearing, with the dates expected to be determined at a later stage.

Meanwhile, the next court hearing has been scheduled for November 3, 2026, at 11:30 am.

In related news,  Abu Trica is facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted of alleged $8 million romance scam and money laundering charges in the United States.

The United States prosecutors have alleged that Abu Trica defrauded over 80 elderly victims of more than $8m in a romance scam.

According to a statement issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio following Kumi’s extradition from Ghana to the United States to face charges, Abu Trica used artificial intelligence-driven technology and fake online identities to orchestrate a romance scam.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office revealed that luxury vehicles and properties allegedly acquired by Abu Trica, revealed that his mansion and other assets have been seized by US authorities.

They disclosed that Abu Trica, who has been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy, faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

Parts of the report stated“…After being misled by false stories of gold or diamond inheritances, the victims sent money via wire transfer to financial accounts controlled by conspiracy members. Portions of the funds were further provided to co-conspirators in Ghana and elsewhere. Kumi and other co-conspirators used money mules based in Ghana and contacts in the Ghanaian immigrant community in the U.S. to launder millions of dollars through fake businesses and bank accounts.

“Kumi allegedly used his ill-gotten gains to acquire luxury vehicles and other items of value. Assets seized by international law enforcement partners included a mansion in Ghana, a Lamborghini, a Tesla Cybertruck, a Mercedes-Benz, and a BMW”, the report stated.

“Kumi has been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy. Additionally, his ill-gotten gains are subject to forfeiture. Kumi faces up to 20 years’ imprisonment.

If convicted, each defendant’s sentence will be determined by the Court after a review of factors unique to the case, including each 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, they will be less than the maximum”, it added.

Watch the video below:

@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

‘I will mobilise funds for the construction of the National Cathedral if…” – Mahama Ayariga

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‘I will mobilise funds for the construction of the National Cathedral if…” – Mahama Ayariga

Mahama Ayariga, the Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, has pledged to mobilise funds for the construction of the abandoned National Cathedral if the project receives the backing of the Christian community and President John Dramani Mahama.

According to Mahama Ayariga, the National Cathedral was a good idea, but badly executed.

Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for his vetting as part of the process leading to his possible approval as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, he stated, “I believe that Ghanaians are deeply religious even though constitutionally, we are regarded as a secular state. I believe that having cathedrals, church buildings, mosques and other worshipping centres are great and exciting things that enable the practice of religions.

“And so in my opinion, I don’t think there is anything wrong with having a national cathedral for the Christians of the country. And if you are talking about the National Cathedral that Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo initiated when he was president, I don’t see anything wrong with it. I think it was a good idea that was badly executed. I personally had issues with the location.”

“I want to assure this House that if I am approved, I will engage the leadership of the Christian Community and if they want to still have it, I will engage with the President and if it is his wish, I will mobilise funds [for] its construction,” he said.

In the meantime, the long-awaited forensic audit report into the National Cathedral project has been completed and submitted to the Attorney General for review.

Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, has said the John Mahama government should complete Agenda 111 rather than spend money on the National Cathedral.

According to the Attorney General, the Akufo-Addo government could have used funds committed to the National Cathedral to complete some Agenda 111 hospital projects.

Speaking during the district launch of the Free Primary Health Care programme in the Bolga East Constituency in the Upper East Region on Thursday, August 13, 2026, Dr Ayinr stated, “…I have been on the neck of my colleague, the Health Minister, to ensure that it is completed. Today, I have to compel him by the powers vested in me as Attorney General of the Republic to disclose to me the list of districts that have been included in the Agenda 111 completion project programme, and when he asked his people to pull it up there, Bolga East, Zuarungu was listed on it”.

“Mr President, it is better to complete Agenda 111 than to spend money on a National Cathedral,” he said.

He further disclosed that he has a report prepared by audit and consulting firm PwC on the National Cathedral, adding that the findings had reinforced his concerns about the resources committed to the project.

Dr Ayine questioned the manner in which the National Cathedral project was undertaken, arguing that the construction of a religious facility should have taken a different approach.

“The PwC report on the National Cathedral was presented to me last Friday. The monies spent on the National Cathedral from that report could have been used to complete some Agenda 111 Hospitals.

“You don’t build a house of God in the manner in which they went about it,” he said.

@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

“$1.7bn ‘loss’ merely a book accounting issue, not a significant loss to the nation” – IEA

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“$1.7bn ‘loss’ merely a book accounting issue, not a significant loss to the nation” – IEA

Professor Alexander Bilson Darku, the Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), has rejected the attribution of a GH¢1.7 billion loss under the Bank of Ghana’s Domestic Gold Purchase Programme to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).

According to the IEA, the GH¢1.7 billion represents revenue and foreign-exchange valuation differences rather than an actual loss to the institution.

He disclosed that the reported amount comprised service fees, assaying fees and foreign-exchange valuation differences arising from the GoldBod’s purchasing and export operations.

Professor Alexander Bilson Darku argued that the figure included service fees, assaying fees and foreign exchange valuation differences, adding that the Bank of Ghana paid GoldBod service and assaying fees for work done on behalf of the Central Bank, making those payments revenue for GoldBod.

He disclosed that about  90% of the reported GH¢1.7 billion was mainly linked to exchange-rate valuation differences.

The IEA explained that changes between the exchange rate used to buy gold and the rate used to value the proceeds could appear as a loss in the Bank of Ghana’s accounts.

Speaking at the IEA’s assessment of the 2026 mid-year budget review on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Professor Alexander Bilson Darku stated, “I don’t understand why somebody would call revenue a loss. It is merely a book accounting issue, and not a significant loss to the nation”.

“For the GoldBod, those two components of the loss are from a revenue perspective; it is a cost to the Central Bank who paid them”.

“To the Government, its monetary authority, which is the Central Bank, has made that loss. To the Government, its Gold Board has made that gain,” he said.

The IEA further commended the Government for achieving significant macroeconomic stabilisation, saying, “The IEA thinks that the Government has done well to achieve some reasonable macroeconomic stability, and most of the macro-indicators have moved in the right direction within a relatively short period of time”.

“The question is whether we have the courage to consolidate those gains into lasting economic transformation that includes the lives of every Ghanaian.”

“To achieve this, he called for stronger agricultural investment, employment-led growth, increased local processing of natural resources, reforms to the natural-resource regime, and the transformation of GoldBod from a gold trader into a strategic asset manager.”

Meanwhile, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, a former Sekondi MP, has fumed at what he describes as double standards in Ghanaian politics in the ongoing debate over $1.7 billion losses incurred by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) linked to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).

According to Andrew Egyapa Mercer, it is unfair for political actors to condemn BoG losses under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration while defending similar losses under the NDC government.

He recounted that under the Akufo-Addo administration, the BoG had been criticised for incurring losses while supporting the economy during the domestic debt exchange programme (DDEP), yet similar actions to support the currency were now being defended.

Speaking on Asempa FM, Andrew Egyapa Mercer stated, “The kind of politics we do in this country gets really disgusting sometimes. So it’s okay today for the Bank of Ghana to make a loss to prop up or stabilise our currency, right? But only three or four years [ago], it was terrible for the Bank of Ghana to incur losses during the domestic debt exchange programme to save the economy of Ghana.”

“Let’s not bastardise it to the point we do when we want power. Because, ultimately, when the shoes get on the other foot, and you become the victim, huge [damaging] press conferences will be the response. Let’s be led by truth”.

Also, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has revealed that the House will scrutinise the reported US$1.7 billion loss, equivalent to about GH¢22 billion, recorded under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP).

According to Speaker Bagbin, the scrutiny will help determine whether the reported US$1.7 billion represents an actual financial loss or a policy cost.

Speaker Bagbin revealed that a motion received by his office on August 21, 2026, and would be admitted for consideration.

Speaking in parliament, Alban Bagbin stated, “With the motion they have filed, which was received in my office on the 21st of August, 2026, just three days ago, I have gone through the motion myself and I intend to admit the motion because we have to at least have an end to litigation as to whether it’s a loss or it’s a cost”.

“This House will have the opportunity to go through it. And please, Ghanaians are very intelligent people. They will listen, they will read in between the lines and they will make their decisions,” he added.

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@ghnow_ Live: President Mahama arrives for the sod-cutting ceremony of the ultramodern airport complex ✈️🇬🇭 #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ President Mahama cuts sod to officially break ground for new airport car park and hotel complex #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

“Asanteman suffers the most whenever NDC comes to power” – Chairman COKA

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“Asanteman suffers the most whenever NDC comes to power” – Chairman COKA

Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as COKA, the newly elected Ashanti Regional Chairman of Ghana’s opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said the people of Asanteman suffer the most when the National Democratic Congress (NDC) are in power.

Chairman COKA raised concerns over the rising cost of living and high tariffs, which he says are making life increasingly difficult for residents, particularly in the Ashanti Region.

He noted that the people in the region often suffer when the NDC is in power and called on traders to remain steadfast and support the NPP as the party works to regain power.

Speaking in a viral video, Chairman COKA stated, “Asanteman suffers the most whenever the NDC comes to power. I can see the sadness on your faces; they don’t buy your goods. Everything has become expensive”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Chairman COKA’s claims stated, “Does it mean when they were in power for 8yrs they made sure they bought everything the Asanteman sold ?. What did you do for Asanteman when you were in power? What will you do if, by mistake, we elect you someday? Should be what you discuss. Ei NPP is power obsessed paa oo”.

One X user added, “But the same Asanteman decided to vote for the NDC. Shall we question why? Is it because the former NPP Ashanti regional minister couldn’t mention a single project by the NPP for 8 years? Is it because he only mentioned ‘Auntie Rebecca baby and mother unit’? lol Next joke please”.

A netizen added, “Ooh Boss, I thought you were bringing something new to the table, not knowing you’re such a moron.

How does NPP being in power improve the selling of goods?

Good governance: everyone wears fine ready-made fabrics, not second-hand goods. People can afford better and not depend on near-expiry products sold in Kumasi; individuals could travel to China to buy goods. Tell your people to optimise and modernize their goods because the old system of goods and services is outdated.

Don’t forget people shop daily on TikTok 😂😂😂

Learn ooo learn NPP”.

One last X user added, “And this is supposed to be the largest, finest opposition party ooo, I will not be surprised if a third force overtakes them in the near future cus with this kind of nonsense “entitlement ” mentality is this, this is really pathetic and funny at the same time…”.

“I thought he was the only credible person left in NPP, not knowing that he’s Wontumi reincarnated. Common market your party couldn’t complete for 8yrs in power, yet you have the effrontery to make such a statement”, a netizen added.

In other news, Paul Afoko, an aspiring National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said the party will return to power and remain in government for more than eight years.

According to Paul Afoko, the NPP must be united, calling on party members not to be divided based on the candidates they supported.

He disclosed that the NPP must strengthen its structures at the constituency and polling station to recapture power and stay in power to not only break the eight but also the twelve.

Speaking to NPP supporters after filing nomination to contest NPP National Chairmanship, Paul Afoko stated, “We have to re-organise and strengthen the party and the foundation, which is the constituencies, the polling stations, because that is where power lies, and then we will recapture power, and we will stay in power, and we will not only break the 8; we will break the 12”.

“There cannot be one NPP for those who supported candidate A and another NPP for another candidate. There cannot be an NPP of the powerful and another NPP for the forgotten grassroots. There is only one NPP ethic, and everybody must have a place in it,” he noted.

“If you elect me as chairman of the party, I will come into office with no enemies. There is nobody that I want to punish,” he stated.

Watch the video below:

@ghnow_ Hon. Hawa Koomson has filed her nomination to contest the NPP National Women’s organizer #GHnow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Live: President Mahama cut swod for ultramodern airport complex #GHnow #fyp ♬ original sound – NDCMUSICHQ

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