We’ve Received Over 700 Petitions – ORAL
The Chairman of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Committee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the committee will soon present its report to President John Dramani Mahama. Ablakwa noted that the committee is currently reviewing 700 petitions received from the public.Speaking in an interview, the North Tongu MP noted that the committee’s work is aimed at...
Our Stance Against Privatising ECG Remains Unchanged – PUWU
The Public Utility Workers Union (PUWU) has expressed strong opposition to any plans to privatize the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). This follows an announcement by Energy Minister-Designate John Jinapor on Monday, January 13, outlining the Mahama administration’s intention to involve the private sector in Ghana’s electricity distribution. As part of this initiative, a seven-member committee is...
Halt Reconstruction Of Kantamanto Market – GNFS
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has expressed concerns over the ongoing reconstruction of the Kantamanto Market by traders, citing a lack of consultation and the absence of proper fire safety measures. The market, a major hub for second-hand clothing in Accra, was devastated by a fire on January 2, 2025. The blaze destroyed hundreds of shops...
Mahama Orders Recall Of Diplomatic And Service Passports
The Office of the President has directed the recall of all Diplomatic and Service Passports issued under the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo-led administration as part of efforts to enhance the integrity of Ghana’s official travel documents and diplomatic engagements. In a January 14 letter addressed to the Chief Director of the Ministry of Foreign...
Fuel Prices Set to Rise on Jan. 17 Due to Cedi Depreciation
Petroleum product prices are expected to increase marginally at the pumps from Friday, January 17, 2025. This has been influenced by rising prices of crude oil on the international market and recent pressures on the cedi. The Cedi started 2025 on a losing streak, depreciating marginally by 0.38% to the US dollar in the retail market.
Mahama To Announce Key Security Appointments This Week
President John Dramani Mahama is expected to nominate persons for major security appointments before the week ends. This follows the recent nomination of ministers-designate for Finance, Energy and Green Transition, and the Office of the Attorney General and Justice. The security appointments forms part of President Mahama’s effort to address the Bawku crisis which has lingered on...
OSP Investigates Corruption in National Cathedral
According to the OSP’s December 2024 half-yearly report, the investigation will focus on the procurement of contractors and materials, payments made by the National Cathedral Secretariat, and the involvement of former Finance Minister, Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta. The National Cathedral project has faced public criticism due to allegations of financial mismanagement and a...
NDC’s Stay Of Execution Application Adjourned Indefinitely
The stay of execution application filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to suspend a High Court order directing the Electoral Commission (EC) to finalize the collation of results in Tema Central, Okaikoi Central, Ablekuma North, and Techiman South has been adjourned indefinitely. The NDC filed the application after appealing the court’s decision, which ordered the EC...
Mahama’s Tax Cuts Threaten IMF Deal – Gideon Boako Warns
Former government official Dr. Gideon Boako has warned that the proposed abolition of the e-levy and betting tax by the Mahama-led government could violate the terms of the IMF program and potentially lead to the introduction of new taxes. “We don’t want a situation whereby you give with your left hand and you take...
Mahama Embarks On Peace Mission To Bawku And Nalerigu
President John Dramani Mahama held discussions with heads of state security agencies this morning ahead of his peace-building visit to Bawku and Nalerigu on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, aimed at mediating the ongoing conflict in the region. The visit forms part of the President’s unwavering commitment to resolving the protracted conflict in Bawku, which...
