President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled a bold initiative aimed at significantly cutting Ghana’s dependence on imported chicken, which currently costs the country nearly $400 million annually. Speaking during the official launch of the Feed Ghana Programme held in the Bono East Regional capital, Techiman, on April 12, the president expressed concern over the high […]
President John Dramani Mahama has formally approved a bill that will see the abolition of several taxes, including the controversial Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy), the Betting Tax, and the Emissions Tax. The move is a significant part of the Mahama administration’s broader policy to ease the financial burden on businesses and citizens. The Electronic Transfer […]
Ghana and Sierra Leone have taken steps to deepen their bilateral relationship by reviving a joint cooperation agreement initially signed in 2018. This commitment was reaffirmed during a one-day working visit to Freetown by Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, where he held discussions with Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio. The meeting focused on […]
Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has regained control of his X (formerly Twitter) account after it was compromised by hackers and used to promote cryptocurrency content. The account was restored within 24 hours following swift intervention by cybersecurity experts. In an update on his X page, President Mahama expressed gratitude for the support received during […]
President John Dramani Mahama has in accordance with Articles 91 and 202 of the 1992 constitution and in consultation with the Council of State, appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu as the Inspector-General of Police.He replaces COP Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, who has held the position for about four years.In a statement issued […]
The government is set to introduce mandatory military training as part of the National Service scheme to promote fitness, discipline, and patriotism among Ghanaian youth. The initiative forms part of broader reforms following the passage of the National Service Authority Act 2024 (Act 1119). Delivering the 2025 State of the Nation Address in Parliament today, […]
Parliament was charged with contrasting symbolism as President John Mahama delivered his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) for his second term on Thursday, February 27. The Minority Caucus, clad in black, signaled their discontent, while the Majority, dressed in white, showed solidarity with the president. As Mahama outlined his “Resetting Ghana” agenda, aimed […]
President John Mahama has arrived in Parliament to deliver his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) today, Thursday, February 27, since beginning his second term. His address is expected to highlight strategies for revitalizing Ghana’s economy, generating employment, and ensuring stability as part of his “Resetting Ghana” agenda.
President John Mahama has taken a swipe at the previous administration led by former President Nana Akufo-Addo, vowing not to misuse his authority by directing the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to print money to finance government spending. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed BoG Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, and his First Deputy, […]
President John Dramani Mahama has made his asset declaration public, emphasizing that openness in the process is crucial for preventing corruption and ensuring accountability in governance. Mahama, in compliance with Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, submitted details of all assets and liabilities to the Auditor General, a move he described as necessary to restore […]
