Author: johnmahama

The 1992 Constitution of Ghana is often praised for its role in stabilizing the country’s democracy. However, a closer examination reveals significant flaws in its application of the separation of powers doctrine. While the Constitution outlines distinct roles for the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary, its provisions allow for excessive fusion between the branches of government, undermining the very principle it seeks to uphold.One of the most problematic aspects of this fusion is the appointment of Members of Parliament as Ministers. Article 78(1) of the Constitution states that “the President shall appoint Ministers of State with the prior approval of Parliament,…

The facility will also function as a workshop space The Korea Foundation for International Health (KOFIH) has made a significant contribution to Ghana’s healthcare system by handing over a model health center to the Volta Regional Health Directorate. The new biomedical training centre has been established to serve the community by providing in-service training for engineers in the health sector. The facility will also function as a workshop space, equipping professionals with the necessary skills to maintain and improve medical equipment.This facility, located in the Abutia community of the Ho West District, is expected to serve 16 other communities in…

An Accra High Court has granted bail in the sum of GH¢500,000 to Gregory Afoko, the Junior Brother of Paul Afoko, for alleged conspiracy to commit murder. He was alleged to have conspired with the convicted Asabke Alangdi to murder Adams Mahama, a former Upper East Regional chairman of the New Patriotic Party. The bail sum must have two sureties, one of which must be justified. Lawyers for Afoko filed a fresh bail application before the Accra High Court on February 17, 2025, the third time the accused was praying the court to grant him bail, after almost 10 years…

International development agencies and non-governmental organisations often seek to advance community development by fostering entrepreneurship. The premise is that poor people can enhance their household incomes by establishing small businesses or by adding value to natural resources. Such programmes commonly include training and the provision of loans to enable micro-entrepreneurs to get started. But these interventions aren’t straightforward and often fail to achieve their objectives. Prior research has pointed to the fundamental economic challenges of entrepreneurship in the context of poverty. Cultural and institutional factors also play a role. Researchers have argued, for instance, that cultural norms of collectivism shape…

Mr. Francis Asante, a prominent member of the Movement for Change and a financial expert based in the United States, has urged President John Dramani Mahama to adopt the organization’s strategic plan aimed at combating illegal mining in Ghana.Asante, who is an advocate for Alan Kyerematen’s presidential candidacy, emphasizes the urgency of implementing these measures to address what he describes as a critical national issue.In a recent interview on Dream 97.1 FM with Nana Yaw Asiamah, Mr. Asante responded to President Mahama’s suggestion to confiscate excavators used in illegal mining instead of destroying them. He stated that for the president…

Sampson Ahi, the deputy minister-designate for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry Sampson Ahi, the deputy minister-designate for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, has denied claims that the eight-year Akufo-Addo administration built roads in the Bodi District.His comments address claims made by Patrick Boamah, the MP for Okaikwei Central, claiming the NPP government built roads in the region.“A big false, you didn’t even add one inch of tarred road in 8 years in Bodi district,” Ahi stated.Speaking during his vetting in Parliament on Monday, February 24, Sampson Ahi urged his detractors to present proof, saying he was prepared to take back his claim…

A man believed to be in his 40s has been found dead in a bush at Owuraku, a suburb of Adoagyiri in the Nsawam-Adoagyiri Municipality with severe head injuries. According to eyewitnesses, the victim’s head was nearly severed, indicating a violent and brutal attack. The lifeless body was discovered near a football field by residents, who quickly alerted community leaders of the Eastern Regional town. In an interview with Adom News, journalist Kwasi Azor reported that residents were shocked and traumatized by the incident. The police have been notified and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the mysterious death. In an…

There’s been a global trend in the reduction of aid to Africa since 2018. Donors are shifting their funding priorities in response to domestic and international agendas. Germany, France and Norway, for instance, have all reduced their aid to Africa in the past five years. And, in 2020, the UK government reduced its Overseas Development Aid from 0.7% of gross national income to 0.5%. Many health services across the African continent rely heavily on overseas aid to provide essential care. International funding supports everything from vaccines and HIV treatment to maternal health programmes. Cuts to aid, particularly unilateral ones, can…

Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), in collaboration with the Ghana Revenue Authority, GRA, has intercepted a truck carrying 1,115 gallons of cocoa beans at the Ave-Havi border in the Volta region, near Togo. The truck, with registration number AS 2103-W, was driven by one Ibrahim Fatawu. The operation, which discovered smuggled beans concealed in gallons in the vehicle, is part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal exports of Ghana’s premium cocoa to neighbouring countries, Togo. Mr. Charles Amenyaglo, Director in charge of Special Services, COCOBOD mentioned that the cocoa was being smuggled for sale in Togo in an attempt to evade…

Dr Kwabena Bempah Tandoh, the Deputy Director-General (Quality and Access) of the Ghana Education Service (GES), is stepping aside from the role, effective February 21, 2025, after more than six and a half years of transformative service.A statement issued on Monday said Dr Tandoh, during his tenure, played a crucial role in enhancing teaching and learning, improving educational quality, and expanding access to education for all Ghanaian children.Reporting directly to the Director-General, Dr Tandoh provided supervisory oversight for four key divisions within the GES, ensuring alignment with the Education Strategic Plan (ESP 2018-2030).His responsibilities included research, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation,…