Author: johnmahama

The reason Africa remains deeply underdeveloped is not because we lack resources, talent, or intelligence. It is because we are slaves to a culture that worships age, power, and silence. A culture that demands you bow, kiss feet, and nod in agreement, even when everything is crumbling before your eyes. Speak up as a young person? You are seen as disrespectful. Challenge an elder with logic? You are arrogant. Demand accountability? You are a troublemaker. Our system is wired to protect egos, not progress. Instead of encouraging open, uncomfortable conversations that solve problems, we prefer a society where the young…

I am making an emotional appeal to H.E. John Dramani Mahama to begin preparations toward holding a ‘National Dialogue on High-Tech Galamsey (HTG)’ like the proposed national dialogue on education and economy captured in the 26 actionable steps to be taken within his first 120 days social contract with the people of Ghana. The dire situation of the HTG operations requires urgent attention and action from this current government to contain it. The national dialogue on the HTG operations will elicit answers from Ghanaians to these 3 vital questions, among others and make everyone part of the process of fighting…

The Minister for Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor, has urged Ghanaians to remain patient as the government takes steps to address the country’s ongoing power challenges. He assured the public that measures are being implemented to resolve the recurring issues in the energy sector.Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Thursday, February 20, 2025, Mr. Jinapor explained that the government inherited a fragile energy sector, which has significantly contributed to the current erratic power supply. However, he emphasized that efforts are underway to introduce long-term solutions for stability.“We inherited a very weak energy sector. Ghanaians should bear with us as…

play videoBono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has refuted claims that he has gone into hiding due to fear of prosecution under the current administration of President John Dramani Mahama.According to Abronye, he has done nothing wrong to warrant any investigation by Mahama’s government. Speaking in an interview on Wontumi TV, on February 20, 2025, he warned that if any of the government’s agencies attempt to target him with corruption allegations, he will…

The Parent-Teacher Association Ghana (PTA Ghana) has welcomed the decision by the incumbent government to resume the operations of the associations in senior high schools across the country. The Ghana Education Service (GES) under the erstwhile Akufo-Addo administration limited the influence of PTAs in the school management system through the suspension of PTA levies in 2019, following the introduction of the Free Senior High School policy. However, Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced the re-integration of the PTA in school management. In a statement signed by the Administrative Director of the Association, Samuel Otu, the group said it is convinced…

Although the new government has increased the daily minimum wage by 10%, it will not have any significant positive impact on workers within that wage bracket.The 10% increment in the daily minimum wage was agreed at the tripartite committee meeting and was announced on Thursday, February 20, 2025.The decision, reached by the NTC aims to address economic challenges and the cost of living while ensuring fair compensation for workers.However, the 10% increment is far below the inflation rate which currently stands at 23.5%. This means that in real terms, workers earning the minimum wage are still worse off because the…

John MahamaThe expression ‘Spoils of War’ can be altered to ‘Spoils of December 7’ to suit the realities of the Ghanaian situation today.Referring to the acts which followed wars of yore where properties were pillaged, men sold into slavery and women of course usurped by the victors, the expression was rightly coined.Today, in our local situation following the last elections with the stakes excessively high, a lot of things are happening, glossing over which would be immorally inappropriate.So much has been penned about the unspoken acts following December 7 and still unfolding.The dismissals from state institutions of citizens of this…

The minister expressed concern that illegal miners had taken over roads, forests and water bodies The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has appealed to officers of the 2nd Infantry Battalion of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) to rededicate themselves to the fight against illegal mining, particularly in the Western Region, where he said the environment is under serious threat.He expressed concern that illegal miners had taken over roads, forests, and major water bodies, causing extensive destruction with no regard for the survival of Ghanaians.”Regardless of who is involved in this enterprise, we must act to protect our lives and future,”…

A Senior Manager of Tax and Regulatory at Deloitte Ghana, Henry Laryea Quartey, has recommended some key leadership strategies to the Ghana Revenue Authority in managing change under its Audit Transformation Agenda. This he believes will better modernize and reposition the tax audit function as very efficient and expose tax auditors to new audit methodologies, digital tools and risk-based approaches. Speaking as a panelist on the topic “Building Capacity for Tax Auditors in the Digital Age” at the Just-ended Tax Auditors’ Conference 2025, Mr. Quartey identified the need for the leadership of GRA to have a contextualized vision. “While global…

Today’s announcement of the new Cabinet has been met with significant disappointment by stakeholders in the youth development sector. The absence of a dedicated Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment in the Cabinet represents a notable gap in our national governance structure—one that poses serious concerns for the future of Ghana’s youth development ecosystem.The youth form the backbone of our nation’s progress, innovation, and economic potential. As evidenced by recent electoral outcomes, where youth-centered campaigns played a critical role in the massive victory of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the expectation for dedicated, youth-focused policies is not only justified but…