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The Germany branch of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has swiftly responded to President John Dramani Mahama’s 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), describing it as a calculated attempt to mislead Ghanaians and conceal the incompetence of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government.NPP Germany noted that the President’s speech is “briddled with blame-shifting, half-truths, and empty promises” that fail to address the pressing economic challenges facing the nation.This was contained in a press release signed by its Communications Director, Nana Osei Boateng, dated Monday, March 3, 2025.During his SONA presentation last week, President Mahama admitted that “the state…

The people of Ketu South are once again battling the devastating effects of coastal erosion as tidal waves continue to consume their homes and farmlands, leaving many displaced and desperate for help. Tourism Minister and MP for the constituency, Dzifa Abla Gomashie is worried over the worsening crisis, describing the destruction as an existential threat to her constituents. “The sea is swallowing our land,” she lamented in a Facebook post, revealing that the destruction caused by tidal waves in recent weeks has been even more severe than previous incidents. Ms Gomashie, who has been at the forefront of relief efforts,…

The Progressive Alliance Party (PAP), a newly formed political party under the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) Political Communication (Polcomm’25) project, has officially launched with a commitment to promote social and economic justice for all Ghanaians.The launch, held as part of the Introduction to Political Communication course, saw the party unveil its vision of fostering inclusive development through equitable access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and environmental sustainability through a social democracy ideology.Welcoming attendees, the party’s General Secretary, Erasmus Oppong Tetteh, highlighted PAP’s core mission to dismantle systemic inequalities and empower marginalized communities across the country.“Our party is…

Ghana is set to restore the glory of its oil palm industry as Oro Oil Ghana has secured a 10-year partnership deal with Nigerian investors to explore production potential, expand market reach, and modernize the sector.The agreement aims to reduce reliance on traditional methods while boosting the income of smallholder farmers.Beyond trade, this strategic partnership will bring Nigerian oil palm investments, expertise, and machinery to Ghana, complementing the country’s favorable conditions for cultivation.With over 10,000 hectares of plantation land, an affordable and abundant workforce, and access to a large market through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Ghana presents…

The state of Ghana’s national economy and the way forward are at the center of debate, particularly at the National Economic Dialogue, which was launched on Monday, March 3, 2025, as part of efforts to reset Ghana’s development agenda. It is crucial to support and guide President John Dramani Mahama in his second term to ensure the successful implementation of a strong and effective national agenda. Understanding the facts about Ghana’s economic situation is essential for the country’s progress.I extend my gratitude to Dr. Ismael Yamson, Chairman of the Committee for the National Dialogue, for his eloquent keynote address. I…

The Progressive People’s Party (PPP) has expressed strong support for the newly established Constitution Review Committee, set up by President John Dramani Mahama to recommend actionable amendments aimed at strengthening governance in Ghana.In a statement signed by Kofi Asamoah-Siaw, Director of Policy, the party commended the President for swiftly forming the committee within weeks of assuming office, calling it a demonstration of genuine commitment to constitutional reform.“The setting up of the committee within a few weeks of the President coming into office attests to his genuine commitment to the constitutional review process,” the statement read. The party further noted that…

An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced an unemployed man to two years imprisonment for stealing quantities of electrical cables at La in Accra. Ebenezer Tetteh is said to have stolen the cables, the value and owner of which were not known to the court. Charged with stealing, Tetteh pleaded guilty with explanation. The court, presided over by Mrs Sedinam Awo Kwadam, convicted Tetteh on his own plea. According to the court, his explanation confirmed his plea of guilt. The court ordered that the stolen cable should be in the custody of the police until claimed by the owner who could…

For three decades now, the 4th Republic of Ghana has skirted economic disaster due to weak fiscal controls and poor public financial management (PFM). Even more harrowing to note is that the collapse of each of the previous republics was preceded by an economic crisis. It is as clear as noonday that Ghana’s failure to curb its addiction to skating on the brink is tantamount to PLAYING WITH HELL FIRE.To be honest, though, the country has not been short of theatrics, earnest proclamations, and acronyms in the seeming quest to redress the perennial public financial management mess. From PAMSCAD to…

“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” — Robert SwanGhana’s illegal small-scale mining crisis, popularly known as galamsey, has become a national emergency. Originally, it was a means for rural communities to make a living, but now it’s causing significant harm. Galamsey leads to severe environmental destruction, disrupts the economy and society, and exposes flaws in how the country is governed. Despite numerous attempts by the government to stop it through policies and crackdowns, galamsey continues, highlighting failures in leadership and suggesting that some powerful political and business figures may be involved.…

play videoFile photo of some illegal miners at a mining site A joint security operation led by the Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has resulted in the arrest of 73 illegal miners, including infants, at the Tilli Forest Reserve, which spans the Nabdam and Bawku West Districts.The raid, conducted on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, followed reports of foreign encroachment into the protected area. Security personnel, comprising police, military, and immigration officers, seized mining equipment, including air compressors, drilling machines, motorbikes, and gold-processing tools.Among those arrested were 27 Togolese, two Burkinabes, and 41 Ghanaians.Akamugri stated that the operation was…