The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has made it clear that the party has no intention of seeking a third term for President John Dramani Mahama, underscoring the NDC’s unwavering adherence to Ghana’s constitutional provisions. Addressing growing speculation about President Mahama’s political trajectory and succession dynamics within the party,...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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Forex Woes Empower Cartels at Ports — IEAG Demands Urgent Reforms
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has sounded the alarm over what it describes as a “mafia-style” network operating illegal auctions at the country’s ports, accusing politically influential groups of exploiting the ongoing foreign exchange crisis to seize goods from legitimate traders. In a strongly worded statement signed by its Executive Secretary, Mr....
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Asiedu Nketiah Opposes Emergency Rule Over Galamsey Crisis
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has voiced strong opposition to proposals for declaring a state of emergency as a means to combat illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. He warned that such an extreme measure could jeopardize Ghana’s democratic framework. Speaking on Channel One TV on Tuesday, August 26, Mr. Nketiah...
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Asiedu Nketiah Denies Alleged Plot to Oust Suspended Chief Justice
National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has strongly refuted claims that the government is maneuvering to remove suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo from office. Speaking during an interview on Channel One TV on Tuesday, August 26, Mr. Nketiah dismissed the allegations as unfounded, asserting that the executive is merely fulfilling...
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Eight Convicted Over Ablekuma North Re-run Violence
Eight individuals have been formally charged in connection with violent disturbances that marred the Ablekuma North Parliamentary re-run held on Friday, July 11, 2025. The Ghana Police Service, through its Regional Public Affairs Unit, confirmed the development in a press release dated August 26, 2025. The suspects—Mohammed Abubakari, Private Security Officer Tijani Mahamadu, Sherrif Prince...
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Kwabena Agyepong Becomes First to File for NPP Flagbearer Race Ahead of 2028 Elections
Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Kwabena Agyepong, has officially filed his nomination to contest the party’s flagbearer position, becoming the first aspirant to do so ahead of the 2028 general elections. Dr. Agyepong submitted his nomination forms at the NPP headquarters in Accra on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, amid enthusiastic...
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Ghana’s Sports Minister Urges Turkish Investment Amid Economic Growth
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, has called on Turkish investors to seize emerging opportunities in Ghana and across Africa, citing new initiatives outlined in the government’s 2025 Budget and Economic Policy. Speaking at the 13th World Cooperation Industries (WCI) Forum in Istanbul, Turkey, Mr. Adams emphasized that Ghana’s improving economic indicators...
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NHIA Launches Clampdown on Unlawful Patient Fees
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, says strict measures have been rolled out to clamp down on healthcare facilities that charge illegal fees from National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) subscribers. Speaking to Adom News during a working visit to the Ahafo Region, Dr. Bampoe said...
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Mahama Sets Sights on Billion-Dollar Trade as Ghana-Singapore Ties Deepen
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that trade between Ghana and Singapore exceeded US$215 million in 2024, and he is now aiming to push that figure into the billions. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum in Singapore on Tuesday, President Mahama emphasized Ghana’s readiness to strengthen its economic relationship with...
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Trade Minister Urges Japanese Firms to Boost Investment in Ghana as Strategic African Gateway
Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has encouraged Japanese enterprises to increase their investment footprint in Ghana, presenting the nation as a trustworthy entry point for businesses aiming to expand throughout Africa. She made this call on Sunday, August 24, during the Kansai Africa Business Forum held in Osaka, which was part...