Author: johnmahama

When the policemen came for Albert Ojwang, the Kenyan blogger whose death in custody sparked protests this week and prompted a rare acknowledgement of police brutality by the president, his wife initially thought he would be safe. Unlike the dozens of political activists abducted by suspected security agents over the last year, the 31-year-old schoolteacher was taken to a police station, and officers shared their phone numbers with his family. “When they came, they were so soft. They were not violent,” said Nevnine Onyango, who was present when the officers arrived, accusing her husband of insulting their “boss”. “So that is what gave me…

Intriguingly, I have seen this debate gaining momentum on social media regarding the winnable and marketable candidate to lead and set the course for a Political Party, mainly the NPP.In my initial commentary on this thought-provoking and ongoing conversation surrounding a winnable and marketable candidate and what it takes to be at the forefront.In all honesty, successful leaders are great achievers, and being a great achiever encompasses both failures and successes chalked up in every endeavor embarked on.Put simply, no one has climbed up the ladder of success without defeats and challenges, and these two ingredients feed into how one…

Kwame Opoku was the star of the show as Asante Kotoko beat Golden Kick to win the 2024/25 MTN FA Cup title. Opoku scored in each half of the game to seal the victory for Karim Zito’s side, who picked up a 2-1 win at the University of Ghana Stadium. The Porcupine Warriors had a great start to the game after going ahead after just 16 minutes through Opoku, finishing off after a scrappy defending by Golden Kick. Despite going behind, Golden Kick took control of the game and controlled the tempo, creating good chances in the final third but…

Today, we celebrate the incredible men who shape our lives, inspire us, and provide unwavering support – our fathers. To all the fathers out there, we salute you for your love, guidance, and dedication.May the good Lord bless every father with continued strength, wisdom, and joy. May your families flourish under your care, and may your bond with your children grow stronger with each passing day.To all the father figures, stepfathers, and mentors who play a significant role in shaping young lives, we appreciate your hard work and selflessness. Your influence has a lasting impact, and we’re grateful for your…

President John Dramani Mahama President John Dramani Mahama has called on the Finance and Energy Ministers to take action to protect the gains gained in reducing petroleum product costs, as escalating tensions between Iran and Israel have started to raise the price of crude oil.During his June 14 Thank You Tour of the Savannah Region, President Mahama praised Ghana’s recent efforts to stabilize its economy but also issued a warning about the potential effects of world events.“Despite the work we have done in stabilising the economy, Ghana is not immune from the shocks of global events,” President Mahama said.According to…

The Ministry of Education has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic death of seven students from Lawra Senior High School who drowned in the Black Volta River during a routine school activity on the morning of Saturday, 14 June 2025. In a statement issued on behalf of the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, the Ministry conveyed its condolences to the grieving families and the wider school community. “On behalf of the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu and government, I convey our deep shock and sadness to the families of the seven students of Lawra Senior High School who lost their…

IntroductionWe are living in a time when the world is changing at an unprecedented rate. Artificial intelligence (AI), algorithms, automation, and big data are no longer just buzzwords—they are reshaping how we live, how we work, and how we learn. In their powerful and practical book, What To Do When Machines Do Everything, Malcolm Frank, Paul Roehrig, and Ben Pring explore how individuals and businesses can survive—and thrive—in this rapidly evolving world. Although the book is primarily geared toward business leaders, its insights hold deep meaning for educators as well. If machines can now perform many tasks that used to…

Fatherhood is an embodiment of diverse elements ranging from emotional connection to physical responsibilities. The role of a father is lifelong and beyond. Being the sperm donor makes you a biological father; however, real fatherhood is embedded in actual involvement. An ever-present father is priceless. A father who embodies the role holistically is spectacular. Award-winning Writer, poet and spoken word artiste, Nana Fredua-Agyeman Jnr. celebrates his father on Father’s Day. His father, Nana Fredua Owusu-Agyeman, widely known as Nana Fredua-Agyeman, was a writer, journalist and lawyer. He worked as a political correspondent at the Graphic Corporation, now Graphic Communications Group…

He may very well have the moral strength of truth and authority to upbraid the rancid hypocrisy of his associates among the top-echelon membership of the country’s presently Main Opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) for being quick to caustically castigate the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Samuel “Sammy” Gyamfi, for seeming to recklessly splurge in public, in particular, regarding the widely alleged sum of $800 (USD) that the young man man who also presently doubles as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Gold Board was recently shown on Social Media gifting self-styled…

Minority Leader in Parliament and MP for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has added his voice to calls for urgent structural reforms at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).He noted that inefficiencies in the power distributor’s revenue collection continue to threaten the sustainability of the country’s power sector.In a social media post on Saturday, June 14, Afenyo Markin cited a report he encountered during his time as Board Chairman of ECG which revealed that only about 30 percent of power consumers—both households and industries—actually pay for the electricity they use.“Many others either lack proper meters or engage in illegal connections. That is…