President Mahama promises to bring peace back to Bawku
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has assured the people of Bawku that government will work tirelessly to ensure that peace is maintained in the area. ”We are going to work very hard to bring peace back to Bawku.” He gave the assurance during his visit as part of efforts to restore peace and […]
President Mahama urges reintroduction of LGBTQ bill as government-sponsored initiative
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah President John Dramani Mahama says that the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the Anti-Gay Bill, is effectively dead, as it failed to receive presidential assent before the expiration of the previous parliament. In a meeting with the Catholic Bishops, President Mahama emphasised that the […]
President Mahama visits Bawku, Nalerigu to promote peace
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has visited Bawku and Nalerigu as part of efforts to resolve the long-standing conflict in Bawku. The President is meeting with various groups involved in the conflict, as well as community leaders, to encourage dialogue and work towards lasting peace in the region. This visit on Tuesday, January […]
President Mahama vows justice for election-related deaths
President John Dramani Mahama says he is determined to investigate the 2020 and 2024 election-related deaths, which claimed the lives of about 13 people, and punish the perpetrators to serve as a deterrent to others. He said voting in an election is a civic right, and no one must take the life of the other […]
President Mahama sacks Minerals Income and Investment Fund CEO
By Spendilove Incoom The President of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, has revoked the appointment of Mr. Koranteng as the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF), effective immediately. A letter issued from the Office of the President directed Mr. Koranteng to hand over his duties to the President’s representative at […]
President Mahama meets power producers to prevent energy crisis
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama held an emergency meeting with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) on Monday, January 13, 2025, to discuss urgent solutions to Ghana’s growing power challenges. The meeting came amid a financial dispute between the government and the IPPs, with the government owing the producers $1.2 billion as of October 2024. […]
Parliament begins vetting of Mahama’s ministerial nominees Today
By Franice Tandoh Parliament will on Monday, January 13, 2025, commence the vetting of the first batch of ministerial nominees submitted by President John Dramani Mahama. The process, a constitutional mandate, will be overseen by the Appointments Committee of Parliament, which was constituted on January 9, 2025. The vetting will begin with Dr. Cassiel Ato […]
President Mahama pledges to finish uncompleted health projects
BY REGINA KWAPONG President John Dramani Mahama has revealed plans to complete all unfinished health facilities across the country, prioritising healthcare as a key objective for his new government. This move aims to provide every citizen with access to quality medical care, regardless of their location or economic status. Speaking at the National Prayer and […]
Feeding SHS: President Mahama directs use of drought relief food to address Senior High Schools shortage
By: Seth Eyiah As an interim measure to address shortage of food in the Senior High Schools, SHS, across the country, President John Dramani Mahama, has directed the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, to liaise with the Management of the Ghana Education Service to cart part of the consignment of food imported to support farmers […]
President Mahama dissolves statutory boards, commissions and councils
By: Rebecca Ampah The President, John Dramani Mahama, has dissolved all statutory boards, corporations, commissions, and councils appointed by the previous administration, in line with the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845). In a statement released by the presidency, government clarified that this decision impacts only statutory bodies, excluding independent constitutional commissions. “In due course, […]
President Mahama to uncap NHIS fund
By: Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has hinted that his first budget will uncap the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) Fund to enable the National Health Insurance Authority, NHIA, to have access to adequate funds to pay health care providers. He said every Ghanaian deserves quality and affordable health care hence, the decision to […]
Former MP Appiah-Kubi urges President Mahama to reconsider 60-minister limit
By Ashiadey Dotse Former member of parliament for Asante Akyem North, Andy Kwame Appiah-Kubi, has advised President John Dramani Mahama to reconsider his campaign promise of limiting the number of ministers to 60 if it proves inadequate for effective governance. Speaking during an interview on TV3 on January 11, 2025, Appiah-Kubi acknowledged the appeal of […]
We are confident in your ability to deliver your electioneering promises -Terabuuriyele group tells John Mahama
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A cultural group called Terabuuriyele Organization, says they are confident in President John Dramani Maham’s ability to deliver all his electioneering campaign promises. The group in a letter signed by its National Chairman, Mr. Simon Apenure Ayariga, extending their warmest congratulations to President Mahama on his remarkable victory in the general elections […]
President Mahama reduces number of Ministries from 30 to 23
By: Rebecca Ampah President John Dramani Mahama has officially reduced the number of government ministries from 30 to 23 through the enactment of the Civil Service (Ministries) Instrument, 2025 (E.I. 1). The Executive Instrument, signed on January 9, 2025, effectively revoked the Civil Service (Ministries) Instrument, 2021 (E.I. 12). The 23 Ministries Established Under E.I. […]
