Politics

President John Mahama has disclosed that the Agenda 111 hospital project lacks a dedicated funding source, despite $400 million already being disbursed. Speaking during the 2025 State of the Nation Address on Thursday, February 27, he described the initiative as a reactionary move during the COVID-19 pandemic to counter concerns …

President John Mahama has described Ghana’s road sector as being in crisis, highlighting issues such as mismanagement, stalled projects, and mounting contractor debts. In his 2025 State of the Nation Address delivered on Thursday, February 27, Mahama questioned claims from the previous administration that it had constructed over 13,000 kilometers …

The Minority in Parliament has called on President John Dramani Mahama to provide a clear explanation for the resurgence of the erratic power supply, commonly known as “dumsor,” which is wreaking havoc on businesses and livelihoods across the country. Stephen Amoah, the Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, made the appeal …

Jaman South Member of Parliament (MP), Colonel Kwadwo Damoah (Rtd.), has claimed that those responsible for his removal as Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) will face their own karma. “When the statement about this issue came out, I approached the one who signed it because the …

According to former Deputy Attorney General, Alfred Tuah-Yeboah, President John Mahama’s Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) initiative is a toothless agenda, stating that he would not respond to their call if invited. “I see ORAL as a toothless institution without the power to investigate or engage in many activities,” when asked by …

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has issued a directive to all heads of government institutions, requesting detailed staff information for employees added to their payrolls since Saturday, 7th December 2024. This move aligns with ongoing efforts under the John Mahama administration to “ensure the accuracy and integrity of government …

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on President John Mahama to apologize to Ghanaians so he can appoint more than the 60 ministers he promised. According to him, it will be difficult to run a government with the high expectations and structure of governance of the country. “When we …

The Parliament Appointment Committee today is set to vet Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, the Minister-Designate for the Interior. As Interior Minister, Muntaka’s duties will involve ensuring the effective operation of these agencies to maintain law and order, address emerging security threats, and uphold the rule of law. He will also play …

President John Mahama has appointed Felix Gyamfi as the Acting Director-General of the National Service Authority (NSA), effective 22nd January 2025. Mr. Gyamfi’s appointment was announced in a letter signed by Callistus Mahama, Secretary to President John Dramani Mahama. The appointment was made under Article 195(1) of the Constitution and …

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Deputy National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Malik Basintale, as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA). The appointment follows the resignation of Kofi Baah Agyepong, who served in former President Akufo-Addo’s government. Mr. Basintale …