Author: johnmahama

Many developing countries in Africa have been saddled with an aged long political rhetoric of self-sufficiency, reliance, and economic independence as the desired development model.Literature is replete with discussions on how African countries can develop through homegrown solutions to the myriads of development predicaments facing the continent. All these discussions end at nothing. I recall some of the rhetorics from many African leaders and wish to quote just a few.1.”Self-reliance is the key to African development. We must stop begging and start building.” – Julius Nyerere, former President of Tanzania.2. “The era of African dependence on foreign aid is over.…

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has directed all appointees from his immediate past administration not to evade accountability.According to the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) National Communications Director, Richard Ahiagbah, the former President has urged his appointees to remain available and respond to any allegations.Speaking on Accra-based Joy News’ PM Express on Wednesday, February 18, the NPP spokesperson reiterated the party’s commitment to accountability, claiming that it is members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) who have a history of evasion.“There’s an effective commitment right from the former President himself. He has given a directive to ensure that our people are…

‘2PM,’ a notorious Kumasi-based armed robber, has narrated the ordeal he suffered at the hands of Commissioner of Police (Retired) Kofi Boakye following his arrest several years ago.In a viral video clip sighted by GhanaWeb on TikTok, the reformed criminal recounted how he was confronted by police officers led by Kofi Boakye, who was then the Ashanti Regional Commander of the Ghana Police Service.He recalled that upon arriving at the police station, the retired Commissioner of Police, now the Director of Operations at the Office of the President, subjected him to severe beatings.”When I got to the police station, he…

Ghanaians will eventually recognize the positive impact of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) administration when the dust settles, the party’s National Communications Director, Richard Ahiagbah, has said.Mr. Ahiagbah expressed confidence that the achievements of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s government will soon become clear, despite the party’s historic election loss.“We came to do the best we could, and I believe that when the dust settles, Ghanaians will see what we achieved over the past eight years,” he stated in an interview on Accra-based JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday, February 19.Mr. Ahiagbah also highlighted the NPP’s current focus on restructuring…

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia Former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has broken his silence over what he calls “worrying developments” in the country, under the second government of President John Mahama. In a lengthy post on his Facebook page Wednesday night, touching on a wide range of issues, Dr. Bawumia said he had reluctantly made the statement against his personal vow to allow the new government  settle down, but recent developments that posed “significant threat to the country’s democracy” had compelled him to speak out. Key among Dr. Bawumia’s concerns was the recent mass dismissal of workers in various public sectors…

The Ghanaian cedi is strengthening against the United States dollar, with a buying rate of GHS15.35 per dollar and a selling rate of GHS15.79 as of Thursday, February 20, 2025.This marks a 1-pesewa drop in the buying rate while the selling rate remains unchanged compared to Tuesday’s averages.At forex bureaus, the cedi is trading at GHS15.50 for those exchanging dollars for cedis and GHS15.90 for those converting cedis to dollars.This data is sourced from Cedirates.com, a reputable Ghanaian platform for currency and fuel updates.On the interbank market, the cedi is trading at GHS15.54 for buying dollars and GHS15.56 for selling…

Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko have made significant strides in their collaboration with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to elevate the Ghana Premier League. Following a high-level meeting on February 17, 2025, the two clubs have reached an agreements on key measures to enhance league standards, safety, and security. The meeting, held at the GFA’s request, addressed the joint petition submitted by both clubs. Discussions centred on implementing robust safety protocols, increasing security personnel, and accelerating progress toward an autonomous league structure. Both clubs expressed strong approval for the GFA’s enhanced “Matchday Safety and Security Protocols,” which include stricter…

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called on President John Dramani Mahama to rein in the recent wave of insecurity in the country.Dr. Bawumia condemned the recent attacks on journalists and the military raids on the residences of former NPP government appointees, including that of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta.In an open letter to President Mahama, the 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer described the situation as reminiscent of a military takeover rather than the peaceful democratic transition witnessed on January 7, 2025.“There is a general atmosphere of insecurity with attacks on journalists, the use of our military to…

MP for Tamale Central, Murtala Mohammed [L] and MP for Okaikoi Central, Patrick Boamah The Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology (MEST) and Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Murtala Mohammed, has eulogized the Member of Parliament for Okaikoi Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, for playing a critical role in his legal journey.Speaking in an interview on Channel 1 TV, Murtala Mohammed revealed that his colleague legislator, beyond offering words of encouragement, went as far as purchasing his admission forms to study law.According to the outspoken lawmaker, he is eternally grateful to his colleague from the other political divide for this…

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has urged President John Dramani Mahama to reconsider his decision to revoke appointments and recruitments made after December 7, 2024.On February 11, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah issued a directive ordering all heads of government institutions to cancel appointments made after the said date, citing noncompliance with good governance norms.The statement also instructed heads of institutions to submit a report on their operations by February 17, 2025.Reacting to the decision, the 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer described it as ironic that a government which campaigned on promises of jobs for all Ghanaians is…