Ghana has renewed its commitment to tackling maternal mortality, with the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, urging coordinated national action to save women’s lives. Dr. Lartey was speaking at a high-level Maternal Mortality Roundtable convened by the Office of the President through the SDGs Advisory Unit, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC). The event, held under the theme “No Woman Should Lose Her Life to Give a Life: Presidential Initiative to Accelerate Reduction in Maternal Mortality in Ghana,” brought together government officials,...
Ablakwa Awards 50 Scholarships to Tertiary Students Ahead of January Reopening
Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has extended his annual support for education by awarding 50 tertiary scholarships to students preparing to return to school in January 2026. The initiative, announced alongside his constituency’s Annual Christmas Party in Juapong, underscores the MP’s commitment to investing in the future of young people. More than 6,000 children attended the festive celebration, which has become a hallmark of his community engagement. According to Hon. Ablakwa, the scholarships are part of broader efforts to ease the financial burden on families and ensure that talented students are not denied access to...
Over 6,000 Children Join Ablakwa’s Annual Christmas Party in Juapong
The Annual Christmas Party hosted by the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, drew a record crowd this year, with more than 6,000 children from across the constituency gathering in Juapong for a day of celebration, fun, and festive cheer. The event, which has become a cherished tradition in the constituency, featured music, games, food, and gifts, creating a joyful atmosphere for children and families. Organizers described this year’s edition as “bigger, better, and more exciting,” reflecting the MP’s commitment to making the celebration inclusive and memorable. Hon. Ablakwa expressed his delight at the turnout, noting...
Latvia to Host Ghanaian Delegation in Nana Agyei Case, Ablakwa Confirms
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has confirmed that the Latvian Foreign Ministry has officially responded to Ghana’s request for cooperation in the ongoing investigations surrounding the death of Ghanaian national Nana Agyei. According to the Minister, Latvian authorities have agreed to receive a Ghanaian delegation in Riga on January 20, 2026, to advance efforts in the pursuit of truth and justice. “This journey is a crucial step in ensuring accountability and transparency,” Ablakwa stated, reaffirming his commitment to providing regular updates to the public. He emphasized that the Mahama administration remains resolute in its duty to...
Dambai Gets Passport Application Centre: Mahama to Commission Facility Today
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is set to commission a new Passport Application Centre in Dambai today, marking a major milestone in expanding access to passport services across the Oti Region. The centre, which promises 24-hour operations and delivery within 15 days, will be officially opened by President John Dramani Mahama. He will be joined by Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu, and Hon. John Kwadwo Gyapong, Member of the Council of State representing the Oti Region. Designed to streamline passport processing, the facility offers reduced application fees, courier delivery options, and an e-tracking system. It...
Treasury Bills Oversubscribed for Fifth Consecutive Week
The government recorded a 19 percent oversubscription of treasury bills for the fifth week in a row, according to auction results released by the Bank of Ghana. The auction target was set at GH¢3.3 billion, but bids totaled GH¢3.95 billion, representing a 19.69 percent oversubscription. Of this, the government accepted GH¢3.89 billion. Breakdown of bids shows strong demand for the 91-day bill, which accounted for just over 61 percent of total subscriptions. GH¢2.449 billion was tendered, with GH¢2.447 billion accepted. For the 182-day bill, bids amounted to GH¢781.43 million, of which GH¢726.43 million was taken up. The 364-day bill recorded...
Mahama Maintains 67% Approval as Optimism Holds Nationwide – Global InfoAnalytics
President John Mahama continues to enjoy broad public support, with a 67 percent job approval rating in the December 2025 National Tracking Poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics. The figure, unchanged from the previous quarter, underscores sustained confidence in the President’s leadership as the year ends. His approval spans all regions, including areas traditionally aligned with the opposition. Support is strongest among National Democratic Congress (NDC) voters at 93 percent, but Mahama also records 69 percent approval among floating voters. Among New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters, 28 percent approve of his performance. Overall disapproval stands at 24 percent, up slightly by...
Survey Shows Rising Confidence in Living Standards and Governance
A new nationwide survey by Global InfoAnalytics indicates that many Ghanaians feel their living conditions have improved compared to a year ago, reflecting growing confidence as the 2026 national budget begins to take effect. Released on Monday, December 29, the poll found that 56 percent of respondents reported better living standards over the past year, while 27 percent saw no change. Twelve percent said their situation had declined, and five percent were undecided. Looking ahead, optimism remains strong: 70 percent of voters expect further improvements in 2026, with only 18 percent anticipating setbacks. Public response to the 2026 budget, presented...
Poll Shows Strong Support for Extending Presidential Term and Separating MP-Minister Roles
A nationwide survey by Global InfoAnalytics suggests that many voters back key recommendations put forward in the Constitutional Review Commission’s recent report. The poll indicates majority support for extending the presidential term from four to five years, with 57 percent of respondents in favour. Thirty-six percent opposed the proposal, while seven percent were undecided. Respondents also expressed strong approval for separating parliamentary and ministerial responsibilities. Fifty-eight percent support a ban on members of parliament serving as ministers, compared with 32 percent who are against it. Ten percent reported no clear stance. Support was similarly strong for lowering the minimum age...
RSF says Sudan’s army launches air strikes on paramilitary stronghold Nyala
Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group says the country’s army struck a fuel market in the city of Nyala, the RSF’s administrative capital, as part of an intensified aerial campaign against its positions in South Darfur. For three consecutive days ending Thursday, military drones and warplanes pounded strategic RSF sites across Nyala, including the international airport, military positions and training facilities. The strike on the fuel market triggered a huge blaze as barrels of fuel exploded, according to footage circulated on social media, sending thick plumes of black smoke into the air. Youssef Idris Youssef, who heads the RSF’s...