President-elect John Dramani Mahama has nominated Alban S.K. Bagbin, the current Speaker of Parliament, to continue in his role in the 9th Parliament. This decision was made in consultation with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its parliamentary leadership. The 9th Parliament is set to begin on January 7, 2025, and will run until January...
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Corruption fight will be my top priority – Mahama
Ghana’s President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, has reiterated his commitment to combating corruption and curbing public sector waste to drive the country’s development agenda. In an interview with Germany-based DW TV, Mahama emphasised his administration’s intent to implement bold reforms to governance structures, enhance anti-corruption frameworks, and enforce strict accountability within public institutions. The President-elect acknowledged...
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Damage Spotted on Akufo-Addo’s statue in Sekondi-Takoradi
Residents of Takoradi had previously threatened to bring down President Nana Akufo-Addo’s statue situated in front of the Effia-Nkwanta Hospital in Sekondi-Takoradi, Western Region. On the morning of Monday, December 16, 2024, a portion of the statue has been found damaged with a noticeable hole at the back of one of the legs. It...
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Mahama is focused and will be a better leader – Alabi
Joshua Alabi, the Campaign Manager for John Dramani Mahama during the December 7 general elections, has described the resounding victory of his candidate and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as a pivotal decision that aligns with the aspirations of Ghanaians. Alabi emphasised that the electorate’s choice reflects their confidence in Mahama’s leadership and his vision...
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Mahama prioritizes macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability
President-elect, John Mahama, has reaffirmed that his administration will prioritise macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability as key pillars of governance. In an interview with Paul Ndiho of VOA on Saturday, 14th December, Mahama underscored the critical role of economic health in shaping all sectors of national development, including education, agriculture, and sports. He noted that...
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I’ve handed over my official car – Miracles Aboagye says, urges all officials to do same
Presidential Staffer under the outgoing Akufo-Addo administration, Dennis Miracles Aboagye has said he handed over his official car to the state last Monday. He urged all officials to do the same in compliance with the directive issued by President Akufo-Addo. “I handed over my car last Monday,” he said on Friday, December 13. The Office...
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NDC supporters demand redeclaration of Weija-Gbawe results
Tension is rising in the Weija Gbawe Municipality after National Democratic Congress (NDC) supporters stormed the Electoral Commission’s premises, demanding a redeclaration of the parliamentary results. This follows the declaration of Jerry Ahmed Shaib, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate, as the winner in the Weija-Gbawe constituency during the 2024 general elections. Shaib secured...
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Asamoah Gyan urges Ghanaians to support Mahama’s government
Former Black Stars captain, Asamoah Gyan, has called on Ghanaians to rally behind the newly elected National Democratic Congress (NDC) government led by John Dramani Mahama. This appeal follows a peaceful 2024 general election that saw Mahama return to the presidency after eight years in opposition, defeating the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). Taking to social...
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NDC supporters besiege EC office demanding Ablekuma North results
Some supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have besieged the Accra Regional Office of the Electoral Commission (EC), blocking roads with an electricity pole. The demonstration was triggered by the police’s refusal to allow them entry into the EC office, where the collation of ballots for the fiercely contested Ablekuma North Constituency is ongoing....
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Don’t blame yourselves for our defeat; focus on unity – Bawumia to NPP supporters
Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has urged supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to refrain from blaming one another for the party’s defeat, warning that such actions could further undermine party unity. During a meeting with party executives from the Klottey Korley constituency, Dr. Bawumia pointed to voter apathy as the key factor behind...