Minister-designate for Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson has underscored his commitment to enhancing revenue mobilisation as a key focus of his administration. He highlighted that previous finance ministers have not adequately addressed this issue to effectively boost revenue. During his vetting on January 13, 2025, Dr. Forson asserted, “I will prioritise revenue mobilisation…a lot of Finance…
Minister-designate for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has pledged to prioritize abolishing the controversial betting tax upon assuming office. He argues that the tax has failed to address the concerns it was designed to mitigate, particularly claims about its impact on youth morality. Speaking during his vetting in parliament on January 13, 2024, Dr. Forson…
Effutu MP and Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has raised allegations against President John Dramani Mahama for purportedly breaching parliamentary standing orders. His concerns were voiced during the ministerial vetting on Monday, January 13, 2025. Afenyo-Markin argued that the President had not adhered to the appropriate procedures in notifying Parliament of ministerial nominees. He…
The Finance Minister-designate and Member of Parliament for Ajumako Enyan Esiam, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has reaffirmed his commitment to scrapping the contentious Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy) if he assumes office. During his vetting on Monday, January 13, 2025, Dr. Forson emphasized that while the levy has generated revenue, it poses a significant barrier to…
The vetting of the Minister of Finance-designate, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, on Monday, January 13, 2025, sparked a heated exchange between Mahama Ayariga, the MP for Bawku Central, and Minority Leader Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin. The session, held in Parliament, became contentious over procedural concerns raised by the Minority Leader. Afenyo-Markin argued that former President John…
Gospel musician Sonnie Badu, who is also the Founder of Rockhill Church in the United States, has shared a prophetic message regarding Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama. In an Instagram post, Badu declared that Mahama will soon be ordained as a pastor, stating that his re-election for a second term is a divine sign for…
Actor and Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, John Dumelo has emphasized that becoming the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture requires more than just a background in the creative arts. He made this point in response to calls for a creative professional to be appointed to the position in President John Mahama’s upcoming…
President John Mahama has pledged to prioritize the completion of uncompleted healthcare facilities across the country to enhance access and elevate the standard of medical services. Addressing the National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Winneba on Thursday, January 9, the newly sworn-in president emphasized his administration’s focus on advancing healthcare infrastructure. “We shall…
Former President John Dramani Mahama has reassured Ghanaians of his administration’s commitment to resolving the looming energy crisis and maintaining a reliable power supply. Addressing the gathering at the 92nd Jalsa in Gomoa Pomadze, Winneba, on January 9, 2025, Mahama responded to concerns raised by John Jinapor about inadequate fuel reserves for electricity generation. Mahama…
Prominent figure in the Movement for Change, Hopeson Adorye has pledged his full support to President John Dramani Mahama’s administration in tackling corruption and holding former officials of President Akufo-Addo’s government accountable for their actions. Adorye urged swift and resolute measures to combat corruption following President Mahama’s inauguration at the Black Star Square. He commended…