Author: johnmahama

President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama Years ago, a simple article I penned, filled with hopeful encouragement, resonated in ways I could never have imagined. I received messages from three individuals who confessed they had been on the brink of ending their lives, their spirits crushed by circumstances. My words, however imperfect, offered a lifeline, a reason to hold on. That experience deeply impacted me, and today, I feel burdened to address another group of individuals facing a different kind of despair.I’m speaking to those who are feeling bitter and disappointed because they haven’t been appointed to positions under President…

Former Vice President Dr. Bawumia [Left] and Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams A major sports development blueprint announced by former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as part of his sports development agenda, should he be elected President, has been copied by the Mahama administration.In February 2024, following his election as the NPP flagbearer for the 2024 elections, Dr. Bawumia delivered his first major policy address in Accra, where he announced that his government would establish the Ghana School Sports Secretariat as a statutory authority under the Ministry responsible for Sports.This initiative aimed to drive grassroots sports development through…

Ahead of the upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA), the government has significantly heightened security measures in response to threats allegedly issued by a prominent political figure.The increased security aims to ensure a safe and orderly event, scheduled to take place in Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025.As part of the enhanced protocols, the Formed Police Unit (FPU) has been strategically deployed at key locations, including the staff entrance of the parliamentary complex. Known for its expertise in public order management and protection duties, the FPU remains on high alert to prevent and respond to any potential disruptions.While details…

Lifeahead Vision Ministries has announced plans to establish a Talent University, designed to provide higher education opportunities for individuals with exceptional abilities who may not meet traditional academic requirements. This innovative initiative was revealed by the founder and senior pastor of the ministry, Rev. Dr. David Kofi Mawuvi Wuaku, during the ministry’s General Conference and Ordination Ceremony, where six new pastors were officially ordained. In his address, Rev. Dr. Wuaku highlighted the importance of recognising and nurturing the talents of individuals who may be excluded from conventional higher education due to academic limitations. He stated that many people possess God-given…

Cowardice is the milk that runs in the veins of many event organisers, especially when it comes to those occasions that might provoke the unmanaged unexpected. The same organisers will claim to be open minded, accommodating to stirring debate, and open to what is trendily termed in artistic lingo as “provocations”.The dropping by Creative Australia of Lebanese-born artist Khaled Sabsabi as Australia’s representative for the 2026 Venice Biennale, along with the curator of the pavilion’s artistic team, Michael Dagostino, shows that true artistic subversion is not the game, and uncontroversial subservience the form. If an arts body fears that the…

Gadgets4Ghana (G4G), a non-profit organization with the aim of bridging the digital divide in Ghana, has donated electronic devices to the Akua Kuenyehia Foundation (AKF) in Accra. This donation is in fulfilment of a promise made by the G4G team at the launch of the NGO and Device Donation Drive in January 2025. “Today, we make our first donation of 12 electronic devices, 11 laptops, a tablet and accessories to support the Akua Kuenyehia Foundation’s Educational Booster Programme. I am encouraged that through this single act, we will be giving educational life-lines to a number of young women who ordinarily…

Ghana’s maritime sector is a cornerstone of the nation’s economic development, playing a critical role in both international trade and domestic revenue generation. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) Review of Maritime Transport (2022), Ghana’s primary ports—Tema and Takoradi—handle a substantial volume of cargo, with Tema Port processing the majority of the country’s imports and exports. This impressive throughput reflects Ghana’s strategic location along major global shipping lanes and underscores the vital role that its ports play in stimulating economic growth through enhanced trade activity and job creation. Recent improvements in port infrastructure and operational…

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has dismissed allegations that he approved payments for a government contract for a former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong.In a post shared on X on February 23, 2025, the minister stated that no contract payment had been made to any contractor since he assumed office.He emphasized that his office is currently reviewing all payment requests for government contracts entered into by the previous Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo administration.”Since I took office, no contractor-including Kennedy Agyapong-has been paid a pesewa.”We are currently conducting a comprehensive review of all contracts and payment requests to verify their…

The leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, has been critically ill for the past few weeks.The Pope’s continued stay at the hospital has been a cause of concern for Christians across the globe, especially Catholics.While Christians are earnestly praying for the pontiff’s recovery, rumours of his condition and imminent death are spiralling.Here is a breakdown of the Pope’s health condition and the reports:When the Pope was admitted:The Holy Father was admitted to the Gemelli Hospital in Rome on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2025, after experiencing breathing difficulties. The Pope, after the initial test, was diagnosed with bronchitis, which later…

The fifth edition of the Bridget Bonnie and Friends Blood Donation took place on Friday, 21st February, at the National Blood Bank, drawing a significant number of donors eager to support the life-saving initiative. The event, which has gained a reputation for promoting both health awareness and blood donation, saw participants from various backgrounds coming together in the spirit of generosity. Organisers expressed their gratitude for the continuous support, emphasising the critical role of voluntary blood donors in maintaining an adequate supply for medical emergencies. In addition to the blood donation drive, the event featured an oral health screening, which…