Hairdresser granted GH¢150K bail over TikTok threats against Mahama, First Lady

A hairdresser being investigated over TikTok threats against President John Mahama and the First Lady, Lordina Mahama, has been granted bail in the sum of GH1¢150,000 by an Accra Circuit Court. The accused, Yayra Abiwu, also known as AY, was absent from court on Wednesday when her alleged accomplice, Prince Ofori (alias Fante Comedy), appeared. […]
President Mahama embarks on official visit to Japan and Singapore for trade and investment talks

By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama will leave Accra today for official visits to Japan and Singapore, aimed at strengthening Ghana’s trade, investment, and development partnerships. A statement released on Sunday, August 17, 2025 stated that the President will attend the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD IX) in Japan. He is […]
World Assemblies of God Fellowship prays for President Mahama over fatal helicopter crash

The World Assemblies of God Fellowship, WAGF, has conveyed heartfelt condolences to President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana over the tragic loss of the two Cabinet Ministers – Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Alhaji Dr Mutarla Mohammed and six others in the recent helicopter crash. A statement signed by the Chairman of the […]
President Mahama launches fund for children of Helicopter Crash Victims; Stanbic Bank makes initial ₵500,000 contribution

By: Belinda Nketia President John Dramani Mahama has launched a Children’s Support Fund to secure the education, healthcare, and welfare of the children of the eight victims of the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash, with Stanbic Bank contributing ₵500,000 as the first deposit. Delivering an address at the State Funeral for the fallen heroes at […]
President Mahama confers posthumous promotions on fallen helicopter crew

By: Belinda Nketia President John Dramani Mahama has announced posthumous promotions for three Ghana Armed Forces personnel who died in the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District. He described the gesture as the highest mark of respect for “duty performed even unto death.” Speaking at the State Funeral for the eight […]
In memoriam: President Mahama promotes officers lost in helicopter crash

By: Spendilove Incoom President John Dramani Mahama has announced posthumous promotions for the three military officers who tragically lost their lives in the August 6th helicopter crash. He said the decision reflects the nation’s profound respect and recognition of their commitment, professionalism, and ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. “Promotions in our Armed Forces […]
Photo Highlights: President Mahama receives delegation from Asantehene following helicopter crash tragedy

By: Henrietta Afful President John Dramani Mahama has received a delegation from the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, following the tragic loss of eight government officials and military personnel in the recent helicopter crash that occurred at Adansi Akrofuom. The victims, including five government officials and three crew members, were enroute to Obuasi for an […]
Two arrested over alleged threats to kill Mahama and First Lady

The Ghana Police Service has launched an investigation into a viral TikTok video in which an individual is heard threatening the lives of President John Dramani Mahama and the First Lady, Lordina Mahama. According to a statement posted on the Police Service’s X page on Tuesday, August 12, two suspects, Prince Ofori and Yayra Abiwu, […]
Helicopter Crash: President Mahama, Veep lead condolence visit to families of fallen service members

By: Henrietta Afful In a solemn show of national unity and compassion, President John Dramani Mahama, accompanied by Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and other senior government officials, visited the office of the Chief of Defence Staff, Major General William Agyapong, to extend heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen military personnel. The delegation […]
Helicopter Crash: Government to launch education fund for victims’ children – President Mahama

By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the government will set up a special fund to support the education of children whose parents died in the August 6 helicopter crash. Speaking at the third-day funeral rites of the late Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna on Tuesday August 12, 2025, […]
Tragic Helicopter Crash: This is a moment that calls for strength and unity – President Mahama

By: Kwame Bediako President John Dramani Mahama in the wake of the devastating military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, has called on the country to embrace unity and compassion rather than division. Addressing the nation for the first time since the tragedy on August 6, President Mahama underscored the importance […]
“Our shared sorrow must unite us” – President Mahama’s emotional appeal after helicopter tragedy

By: Belinda Nketia In an emotional national broadcast on the night of 7th August 2025, President John Dramani Mahama urged Ghanaians to come together in mourning and resist the temptation of speculation or partisanship following the fatal helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight public servants. “This is not a time for division, speculation, […]
President Mahama declares period of mourning with memorial and state funeral dates confirmed

By Belinda Nketia President John Dramani Mahama has outlined a national mourning programme to honour the eight Ghanaians who died in the August 6 tragic military helicopter crash. In an address to the nation on 7th August, 2025 around 9:00pm, President Mahama announced a series of commemorative events to reflect the collective grief and national […]
Tragic Helicopter Crash: President Mahama lays flowers in memory of crash victims

A solemn flower-laying ceremony is being held today at the Jubilee House in Accra in honour of the eight victims of the tragic military helicopter crash. President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Naana Opoku-Agyemang, and other high-ranking public officials are in attendance to pay their respects. Watch Video Below More Stories Here