The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns over what they describe as a violation of Section 4(1) of the Presidential Office Act by President John Mahama. According to the Minority, the President announced appointments to his office on January 21, 2025, even though the Council of State has not yet been constituted. They argue that…
Former Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Bernard Mornah, has expressed that he would not be an appropriate choice for an ambassadorial position under President John Mahama. This follows the appointment of Nana Yaa Jantuah, a prominent figure in the Convention People’s Party (CPP), as a Presidential staffer. Speaking to Joy News, Mornah, who…
Former President John Dramani Mahama has named Edward Abambire Bawa as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC). The appointment takes effect from January 17, 2025. The announcement was detailed in a letter issued on the same date and signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Executive Secretary to the President. The…
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed allegations linking former President John Dramani Mahama to the ownership of a high-end Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 Xtreme Edition. Eric Adjei, the NDC’s Deputy Communications Officer, refuted the claims during an interview on Nhyira FM on Friday, January 17, 2025. He explained that the luxurious vehicle, which features…
Sammi Awuku, former Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), has expressed his support for the government’s decision to abolish the betting tax, emphasizing its lack of effectiveness. Awuku revealed that he had previously cautioned the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration against the implementation of the tax, labeling it as unproductive and harmful to the…
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled another batch of ministerial appointments, with notable figures such as Haruna Iddrisu, Kwame Governs Agbodza, and George Opare-Addo taking center stage. In a statement released by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Acting Spokesperson to the President, the appointments include nine cabinet-level positions alongside three regional ministerial nominations. This announcement marks…
The Chairman of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) team, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that he frequently faces threats from individuals opposed to the group’s mission. Speaking during an interview on JoyNews on January 13, 2025, he acknowledged the challenges but expressed gratitude for the public’s backing. “Threats have become a daily feature. We…
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Obuasi East, Edward Ennin, has urged the government led by John Dramani Mahama to take decisive action against certain NPP officials accused of embezzling and mismanaging state funds. In an interview on Okay FM on January 13, 2025, Ennin claimed that some NPP leaders received substantial…
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…