The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has pledged to ensure that the Electoral Commission (EC) does not shortchange Ghanaians in the upcoming December elections. Dr Rashid Tanko-Computer, the Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the NDC stated that the party is closely monitoring the EC’s actions. He made these remarks during an interview with Umaru […] The post 2024
The campaign team of New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, has firmly dismissed the findings of a survey conducted by Global InfoAnalytics, which purportedly places the National Democratic Congress’ flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, ahead of Dr. Bawumia in the upcoming December polls. In a press briefing held in Accra, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, Director of […] The post Bawumia
The trial of 27 people charged in connection with the Panama Papers money laundering scandal has started in a Panamanian criminal court. The leak of secret financial documents in 2016 revealed how some of the world’s wealthiest people stashed their assets in offshore companies. The defendants include Jurgen Mossack and Ramon Fonseca Mora who founded […] The post Panama Papers money-laundering
Former President John Dramani Mahama has promised to scrap some levies on the clearing of goods at the ports. This was after he expressed shock at 22 levies and fees on the clearing of goods at the ports. The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) mentioned the Special Import Levy, Ghana Export/Import Bank levy, […] The post Mahama expresses shock at 22
Flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has expressed surprise at the multiple levies and taxes imposed on imported vehicles at the port. Addressing members of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in Accra, the former president, however, lashed out at the traders’ union for not joining the NDC minority […] The post ‘I’m shocked’
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed his astonishment at the multitude of levies and fees imposed on goods cleared at the ports. Addressing members of the Ghana Union Traders Association (GUTA), Mahama highlighted the financial burden faced by importers, particularly citing the example of a 2023 Lexus vehicle. […] The post I’m
Former President John Dramani, who is also the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is promising to split the Ministry of Youth and Sports, with the former having its own ministry to be called the Ministry for Youth Development, when he is elected as president in the December 2024 polls. Speaking at the outdooring […] The post Editorial: John Mahama’s decision is good on
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama, has pointed to the recent power outages in Ghana, commonly known as “dumsor,” as a consequence of mismanagement of the country’s power-generating assets and the collateralization of the Energy Sector Levy Act (ESLA). ESLA was implemented by the government to consolidate various levies within […] The post Mismanagement
John Dramani Mahama, the Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has outlined his intentions to implement import restrictions on specific essential commodities should he emerge victorious in the December elections. According to available data, imports of goods and services currently contribute approximately 40 percent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). During a stakeholder […] The post I’ll
By Amanda KPORWOFA Ghana, like many developing countries, is dealing with brain drain, a phenomenon where highly skilled professionals and academics leave the country to seek opportunities overseas. According to a report from the Diaspora Affairs Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, the World Bank estimates that there are 1.7 million […] The post The
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has called on African Leaders to focus on developing human capital to drive economic growth. Speaking to students at the London School of Economics (LSE), Mahama reflected on the rapid changes in the digital landscape over the past decade and the emergence of new job roles […] The post Africa
The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Ing. David Osafo Adonteng, has reiterated that ‘Okada’ operations remain illegal. This statement follows promises made by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Mahama, that he would legalise the operations of commercial motorbikes popularly known as okada when he interacted with residents of Worawora […] The post ‘Okada’
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has emphasized the pivotal role of traditional authorities in combating sanitation issues nationwide. Speaking to residents of Breweniase in the Oti region, Mahama asserted that empowering traditional leaders to take decisive action within their communities is key to addressing the persistent challenges of sanitation. […] The post Traditional
Some residents of the Bonsukrom community in the Ahanta West Municipality have contested reports of an emergency landing by the Ghana Armed Forces after one of its helicopters purportedly crash-landed near the community on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. All 21 individuals aboard the helicopter were successfully rescued. The Ghana Air Force, in a statement issued […] The post W/R:
The 2024 flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, says his government made several investments in infrastructure for the digitalisation of the Ghanaian society. The Former President, in a meeting with Fintech Industry last Friday, emphasised Ghana’s position to capitalise on the emerging Fifth Industrial Revolution (5IR), powered by 5G technology. […] The post I
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has expressed scepticism over the feasibility of the government’s Agenda 111 project, describing it as overly ambitious. Mahama expressed his doubts during a discussion with clergy members in Accra, emphasizing that the government’s plan appears unrealistic and unlikely to be completed within a reasonable […] The post Agenda
The National Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has told party supporters in the Upper West Region that Ghanaians do not want former President John Dramani Mahama to rule them again. According to him, Mr Mahama’s tenure as president of this country witnessed massive corruption by members of his government, which […] The post Ghana does not need Mahama! -NPP Youth
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing water accessibility in Accra. With Accra grappling with recent water shortages which Ghana Water Limited has attributed to Accra’s burgeoning population, Mahama addressing the regional house of his chiefs during his Building Ghana Tour stressed the […] The post I’ll
Professor Joshua Alabi, the 2020 Campaign Manager for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has hailed the selection of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate for the 2024 election, describing it as the best choice. According to Professor Alabi, the former Education Minister brings a wealth of experience and credibility to the party’s ticket. […] The post Prof.
Former President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized the importance of education to the country’s development, noting that the sector consistently receives a significant portion of budgetary allocations from every government. He highlighted that the education sector remains instrumental in producing human capital for accelerated development. Mahama expressed appreciation for individuals who contribute their resources to […] The post Education
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