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President John Dramani Mahama has urged newly sworn-in ministers Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to make accountability, transparency and integrity the foundation of their service to the country. He tasked the two ministers with remaining accessible to citizens, paying attention to their concerns and ensuring that decisions taken in the course of their duties are guided by the law, …

President John Dramani Mahama has officially sworn in Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as ministers following their approval by Parliament. The two were sworn into office on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in a constitutional ceremony that formally marks the beginning of their tenure in their respective ministries. Their appointment followed Parliament’s unanimous approval of their nominations after both nominees …

The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has disclosed that the government is considering mandatory drug testing for people seeking employment in the public sector. Mr Muntaka, who is also the Member of Parliament for Asawase, said the Ministry of the Interior is preparing an Information Paper for Cabinet to consider the proposed policy. He said the initiative is …

President John Dramani Mahama has described the Northshore Apparel project as a significant first step towards reviving northern Ghana’s industrial sector and restoring the region’s former economic strength. Speaking at the opening of Northshore Apparel at Savelugu in the Northern Region, President Mahama said the area once had a vibrant industrial base that provided jobs and supported local economic activity …

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence that the establishment of industrial hubs in northern Ghana will help tackle the long-standing trend of young people migrating to the southern parts of the country in search of jobs. According to the President, expanding industrial activity and creating sustainable employment opportunities in the north are essential to achieving more balanced economic and …

Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy Initiative, Goosie Tanoh, has announced that Northshore Apparel is expected to generate approximately 10,000 direct jobs when the company reaches full production capacity. He made the disclosure on Friday, August 28, at the opening of the Northshore Apparel Hub in Savelugu in the Northern Region. According to Mr Tanoh, the company’s employment strategy is …

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, has inaugurated an 11-member Constitution Review Implementation Committee (CRIC) to spearhead the implementation of proposals arising from Ghana’s ongoing review of the 1992 Constitution. The inauguration follows the government’s release of its position paper on recommendations contained in the report of the Constitution Review Committee chaired by Professor H. Kwesi Prempeh. The …

Supreme Court nominee Anthony Forson Jnr. has opposed proposals to limit the number of justices on Ghana’s apex court to 19, arguing that such a restriction could undermine the efficient administration of justice. According to him, the Supreme Court’s extensive constitutional jurisdiction and increasing workload make a fixed ceiling on its membership impractical. Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, …

The Catholic Diocese of Konongo-Mampong has disclosed that Rev. Fr. Samuel Adapore, who was recently suspended indefinitely, has been located at the Police Training Centre in Koforidua in the Eastern Region. The Diocese made the disclosure in a statement issued on Thursday, August 27, 2026, following public criticism over the whereabouts and welfare of the priest. Fr. Adapore was suspended …

President John Dramani Mahama has endorsed measures by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and other agencies operating at the airport to stop workers from soliciting or begging passengers and visitors for tips. According to the President, the practice tarnishes Ghana’s image and undermines the country’s efforts to project professionalism and hospitality to international visitors. …