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…
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…
John Dramani Mahama has officially assumed office as the sixth President of Ghana’s Fourth Republic. On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, he took the oath of allegiance and the presidential oath in a ceremony held in parliament at the Black Star Square, Accra. The swearing-in was conducted by the Chief Justice of Ghana, Gertrude Torkornoo. Following…
New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) running mate for the 2024 elections, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has attributed the party’s electoral loss to deep-rooted internal challenges, rather than purely economic issues. In an interview with Citi FM, the outgoing Energy Minister, known as NAPO, stressed that the party’s struggles stemmed from long-standing governance problems within its ranks.…
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Special Aide to President-elect John Dramani Mahama, Joyce Bawah Mogtari has emphasized her confidence in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to meet the high expectations of Ghanaians. Speaking to Channel 1 Television during the ongoing inauguration proceedings, she expressed her belief in the capabilities of Mahama’s team and their readiness to address the nation’s pressing…
John Dumelo, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has announced the heartbreaking loss of his father, Engineer John William Kudzo Anato-Dumelo Snr. In a heartfelt Facebook post on Saturday, January 4, 2025, Dumelo shared the profound impact his father had on his life and career. He reminisced about their last moments…