Author: johnmahama

In his recent State of the Nations Address, President John Dramani Mahama, highlighted his vision on environment and climate Change. The address outlined a well-thought-out and ambitious plan that projects a green future for Ghana, if it can be taken beyond mere words. This article critically examines the President’s plans on the environment and makes a strong case for embedding the Polluter Pays Principle (PPP) as the rock floor of Ghana’s Environmental governance. The president aptly acknowledged the damming effects of illegal mining, popularly known in the Ghanaian context as “galamsey”, on Ghana’s forest and water bodies and made a…

President John Dramani Mahama has criticised the paradox of proclaiming self-reliance while continuing to seek aid from donor agencies, stating that such an approach renders the concept of independence meaningless. Speaking during the 68th Independence Celebrations on Thursday, March 6, President Mahama acknowledged that discussions on independence frequently highlight Ghana’s dependence on imports, donor aid, and International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailouts. While recognising these issues as real, he cautioned against allowing them to become clichés. Instead, he urged that the focus be placed on decisive actions that will break the cycle of dependency, rather than empty rhetoric about an Africa…

The Member of Parliament for Damongo Constituency, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has questioned President John Dramani Mahama’s assertion that his administration has formed the leanest and most effective government in Ghana’s history.According to the former Lands and Natural Resources Minister, a smaller government does not automatically translate to better governance. “The size of government and its impact on exchequer is not solely determined by the number of ministers and deputy ministers; rather, it requires a holistic assessment,” he remarked.He made these comments on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, while contributing to discussions on the State of the…

Prologue: On a MissionI honestly don’t think I would be able to hold it back… Meeting this French gentleman or lady—perhaps both named Lafayette—walking briskly past me, dressed to kill—dressed to kill… I honestly don’t think I would be able to hold back my laughter, if upon asking this immaculately dressed gentleman or lady where they were headed to, he/she earnestly responded, “Je chie dans la Seine!”Je chie dans la Seine? Excuse my French, but did he/she just say, “I sh*t in the Seine”?![Just so we are all on the same page, I think it’s important that I point out…

Zenith Bank Ghana has marked Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebration with a rich display of Ghanaian Culture in its 43 business locations nationwide. The Bank’s “Wear Ghana” initiative saw staff members proudly adorned in local Ghanaian prints to celebrate Ghanaian fashion, promote national identity and   encourage the patronage of locally manufactured fabrics, while its “Tastes of Ghana”’ customer initiative treated the Bank’s customers to local bar set-ups of some of Ghana’s beloved local drinks and traditional snacks such as Asana, Sobolo, Lamugin, Adunlei, Atsomo, Nkatsi cake and Agbele Kaklo. Speaking at a warm and celebratory atmosphere on Wednesday, March 5,…

Convention People’s Party (CPP) has urged Ghanaians to rally behind President John Dramani Mahama’s vision to reset the country, calling for national reflection, review, and rebuilding of the economy.According to the party, the initiative outlined by President Mahama will benefit all Ghanaians, regardless of political affiliation, creed, or ideology, if successfully implemented.In a statement issued on Thursday, March 6, the CPP commended the president for his decision to scale down the 68th Independence Anniversary Commemoration, saving the nation GHS13.5 million an amount they stated represents 90% of the previous cost.The CPP noted that during the 66th Independence Anniversary in 2023,…

MP for Damongo, Abu Jinapor The Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has stated that President John Mahama, despite promising Ghanaians he would form the leanest government, has appointed a total of 100 ministers and deputy ministers.Making his submission on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, he claimed that this has resulted in significant expenses for the national treasury, contrary to what the president promised.”President Mahama has formed arguably one of the largest governments in the history of our country in terms of cost to the national exchequer. Why do I say this? Take, for…

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has unveiled a pilot project aimed at transitioning fisherfolk from fossil fuel-based outboard motors to rechargeable, renewable outboard motors. According to the sector minister, the project seeks to reduce the cost of purchasing fuel for fishing and also lower the country’s carbon emissions. Speaking at a four-day policy dialogue hosted by the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), Mr. Jinapor highlighted the transformative potential of the initiative. “Most of our fisherfolk use what we call premix, which is essentially a mixture of petrol and oil. However, new technology now…

Daa, the wind still carries your name. The baobab tree still whispers your wisdom. The earth still holds the echoes of your footsteps. It has been twenty-six years since you left, yet your spirit lingers in every corner of our lives, in every word we speak, in every step we take.The Harmattan has never been the same. It comes and goes, but it no longer carries the warmth of your voice, calling us to gather around. The morning sun still rises over Eggu, casting its golden glow on the baobab trees, but it does not shine on the same childhood…

Ghana’s financial ecosystem is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by pioneering efforts of the Ghana Interbank Payment & Settlement Systems (GhIPSS). As the country celebrates its 68th Independence Day, GhIPSS stands as evidence of the nation’s ability to develop world-class financial solutions tailored to its unique needs. By spearheading innovative digital payment services, GhIPSS is not only expanding financial inclusion but also accelerating economic growth and positioning the country as a leader in Africa’s digital payment space. Leading the digital revolution Since its establishment by the Bank of Ghana in 2007, GhIPSS has been at the forefront of digitising Ghana’s…