Author: johnmahama

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that its Executive Board will review Ghana’s fourth programme assessment under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) in early July, an approval that could unlock a fresh disbursement of approximately $370 million.The update was delivered by IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack at a recent press briefing. She confirmed that if the Board signs off on the review, the new funds will bring Ghana’s total disbursement under the ECF to around $2.4 billion since the programme’s launch in 2023.“On April 15, the IMF staff and Ghanaian authorities reached a staff level agreement on the fourth…

A Cry for Love in a World Tired of HateSometimes in life, it’s not the loud battles that break us. It’s the quiet wars we never see coming. The silent eyes that watch us, not with admiration, but with anger. The quiet lips that smile with us in public but curse us in private. The hands that once clapped for us now working secretly to pull us down.There are people who don’t like you, and you don’t even know. You’ve never fought them. Never insulted them. You may have never even spoken to them. But for reasons you may never…

The accident at Koforidua has claimed one life Correspondence from Eastern RegionA tragic road accident on the Bunso-Koforidua highway near Osiem, close to the Saviour Mortuary, has claimed the life of a motor rider believed to be in his 30s. The incident occurred at approximately 9:00 am on Friday, June 14, 2025.The deceased, identified only as Isaiah, reportedly attempted a wrongful overtaking and collided with a Hyundai vehicle with registration number GR 5856-22. The vehicle, which had 12 persons on board, was en route to a funeral in Koforidua-Asokore.Isaiah died on the spot, and his body was deposited at the…

PassionAir has issued an official statement confirming an incident involving moderate turbulence on Flight OP 149, which was en route from Kumasi to Accra on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The airline acknowledged reports of passenger discomfort during the flight and extended an apology to all those affected, attributing the disturbance to seasonal weather conditions. “The current rainy season brings significant and sometimes unpredictable weather variations,” the statement read. “These include heavy rainfall, storms, strong high-altitude winds, crosswinds, and temperature fluctuations, all of which contribute to unstable atmospheric conditions.” According to PassionAir, such turbulence may be encountered on routes serving Kumasi,…

On the occasion of Father’s Day, I would like to share some compelling and timely insights I picked up from a conversation with a Bolt driver during one of my trips. I can’t recall what exactly sparked the conversation, but his words stayed with me. They opened my eyes to something many fathers may be missing—not out of neglect, but because of the way society has conditioned them to approach parenting. There’s no denying that fathers, generally, are less appreciated for their contributions than mothers. The reasons are varied, but I won’t bore you with an exhaustive list or echo…

The Upper West Regional Peace Council (UWRPC) has held a three-day capacity-building workshop aimed at equipping women with mediation and leadership skills in Lambussie, the district capital. The training, which took place from 10th to 12th June, forms part of the FM-Women’s Project—“Boosting Women’s Economic Resilience and Inclusion in Decision-Making and Peacebuilding in Ghana.”The project is sponsored by the UNDP in partnership with the governments of Denmark and Luxembourg, and implemented through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection’s Department of Gender.Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Clifford Tampuori, Executive Secretary of UWRPC, disclosed that women’s participation in decision-making…

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect, Christopher Partey, for unlawful possession of substances believed to be narcotic drugs. The arrest was made on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, by the National Highway Patrol Unit during a routine patrol operation along the Accra–Somanya corridor. Officers intercepted a Ford Transit bus with registration number AS 524-16 near Ayikuma township and conducted a search of the vehicle. During the inspection, police discovered 40 tightly wrapped parcels concealed in a fertilizer sack in the vehicle’s boot. Partey, who was a passenger on board the bus, admitted to being the owner of the items.…

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that he has opened direct talks with Chinese authorities to curb the growing involvement of Chinese nationals in illegal mining activities in Ghana.In a Facebook post on Saturday, June 15, 2025, Mr. Ablakwa revealed that his discussions specifically targeted individuals from the Nanning area of China, which he identified as the origin of many of the Chinese nationals engaged in illegal mining operations in Ghana.As part of his official visit to China, Mr. Ablakwa held talks on Friday, June 14, 2025, with city officials in Nanning, led by…

Life presents challenges that can be difficult to accept. However, recognizing and embracing these realities can lead to personal growth, strength and resilience. Uncomfortable moments force people to face realities and resilience determines how they respond. The strongest individuals embrace discomfort, accept reality and build resilience to keep moving forward to achieve the purpose of life.Uncomfortable is something that causes distress, unease or difficulty to human peace and happiness. It can be physical, emotional, or psychological. Examples, facing rejection or failure, having difficult conversations. Discomfort pushes us to change.Realities are truths or situations that exist, whether pleasant or not. Examples,…

Former Member of Parliament for Sekondi, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has weighed in on the unfolding National Service Scheme (NSS) scandal, acknowledging that even well-intentioned governments may harbor corrupt individuals who must face consequences. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile, the former deputy minister offered a balanced perspective on the GH¢548 million ghost worker scandal currently rocking the NSS. “I had the privilege of serving in the Akufo-Addo administration. I think a government made of good men, well-intentioned, came with a clear objective of serving our country,” Mercer stated. “But I recognize that in every house, there’s the Mensah and so you may…