Author: johnmahama

He has literally been flooding the Modern Ghana Media Portal or Website with scores of articles, in the wake of the December 7, 2024 General-Election Victory of the President John “Ahmed Bola Tinubu” Dramani Mahama-led National Democratic Congress (NDC). I have not had the chance to read any of them, except for the one on which this column is focused, titled “ Time For Accountability And Respect In Parliamentary Proceedings: A Call For A Presidential Travel Policy(Modernghana.com 1/31/25).In the main, the author, Mr. Atitso Akpalu, describes himself as a “Retired Senior Citizen” and a resident of the Teshie-Nungua District of…

The government plans to raise GH¢7.73 billion this Friday February 21, 2025 through the issuance of the 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day bills. This will cover GH¢7.24 billion in maturing bills. However, the recent rejection of bids by the Treasury indicates that the government would not take all the bids that would be tendered. This would compress excessive yields that have taken a nose dive for the last three weeks. In a striking display of fiscal restraint, the Treasury rejected GH¢8.27 billion bids last week, marking its largest rejection since March 2023. It accepted only GH¢9.43 billion from a total offer…

Like the beautiful game of football or a battlefield where an army protects its kingdom, there are “defenders and strikers” in brand or product portfolio management. This is regarded as critical because, in today’s fast-paced business environment, brand sustainability has become a top priority for companies seeking long-term success. Consumers are evolving, competition is intensifying, and businesses must continuously adapt their strategies to remain relevant. One of the most effective ways companies ensure longevity and profitability is through a well-balanced brand portfolio, leveraging two key assets; flanker brands and cash cows, otherwise called “defenders and strikers” (from a layman’s perspective).…

President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday lauded Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Education Minister for bringing back Parents Teachers’ Association (PTAs) in the first and second cycle institutions.“And I’m happy that the Honourable Education Minister has already announced that PTAs can engage schools to ensure that the children at the schools are properly managed,” The President stated this in his address when he formally opened the National Education Consultative Forum in Ho, the Volta Regional Capital.“And so PTAs can start to do their work by engaging the schools to deepen management of the schools.”It would be recalled that under the previous…

The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has reaffirmed his commitment to improving education and child welfare in the Volta Region. He pledged to make holistic efforts to secure a brighter future for children in the region.Hon. Gunu made this promise during a surprise visit to Ho Model School Primary and Freetown M/A Primary School.The visit aimed to assess the School Feeding Program, following reports that some schools had stopped cooking for the children.The Minister’s primary objective was to observe the quality, quantity, and nutritional value of meals served to children. He also sought to verify concerns about schools that…

Minister of Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka The Minister of Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has announced that the government has a comprehensive plan to review and reform Ghana’s national security architecture. He stated that these reforms aim to enhance professionalism and improve the efficiency of the country’s security agencies.Speaking during a visit to the Police Headquarters on Tuesday, February 18, the minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening national security. He emphasized that the planned reforms would equip all security agencies with the necessary resources to effectively carry out their duties. His visit included discussions with the Inspector-General of Police (IGP),…

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Development (DRID) of the University of Media, Arts and Communication – Institute of Journalism (UniMAC-IJ) last Friday held a training on how researchers could boost their academic profiles on digital platforms. The online session was aimed at enabling attendees to understand how research impact visibility works and the benefits academic profiles could reap for scholars. Lecturer at the university’s Faculty of Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing (FOPAM), Dr Noel Nutsugah, who facilitated the training, observed that it was important for best practices regarding optimising academic profiles to be explored. Highlighting the crucial role of…

The tag fugitive would remain on the neck of Ken Ofori Atta as long as he refuses to submit himself to the Special Prosecutor. Is he afraid he maybe treated like Late Victor Selormey former deputy minister for finance during President Rawlings era, who was accused of committing a crime, and willingly came down while having medical treatment outside the jurisdiction. Unfortunately he was treated like a common criminal arrested on the Kotoka International Airport tarmac and thrown into prison custody.Mr Ken Ofori Atta must understand the government that pampered him for the past eight years when his office was…

Egyapa Mercer urged the market leaders to remain hopeful about future development Former Member of Parliament (MP) for Sekondi, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has embarked on a thank-you tour to express his gratitude to his constituents following his defeat in the 2024 elections.In a Facebook post on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, he acknowledged the overwhelming enthusiasm and support he received throughout his tenure and during the election period.As part of his “Thank You, Sekondi” tour, Egyapa Mercer met with the Sekondi Market Queen Mothers to discuss the development of the constituency.Reflecting on his eight years as MP, he highlighted his regular…

The Managing Director (MD) of GCB Bank PLC, Farihan Alhassan has paid a courtesy call on the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu at his residence. The visit was to formally introduce the newly appointed MD to the revered spiritual leader, foster goodwill and highlight the Bank’s unwavering commitment to the Chief Imam and Muslim community. GCB Bank has over the years maintained a strong and mutually beneficial relationship with the office of National Chief Imam built on trust, shared values and a commitment to community development. Through this, the Bank has at various times donated items to the…