NHIA Lauds Mahama’s Decision To Uncap Its Budget
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has expressed its profound gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for fulfilling his promise to uncap the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) budget in the upcoming national budget. Mahama made the announcement during the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service at the Ohene Konadu Auditorium of the University of Professional Studies, Accra...
OSP 2024 Report: Investigation into National Cathedral Project & Vote Buying
In its half-year report from July to December 2024, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has explained that it was investigating 197 additional complaints at various stages of review. In the report released on Monday morning (Jan 13, 2025), the Special Prosecutor said it will publicise and proceed with cases that meet the threshold for full...
Food Imports for Drought Relief to Be Distributed to SHSs – Mahama
President John Mahama has announced measures to resolve the feeding challenges in senior high schools (SHSs) nationwide. According to him, food items imported to tackle the drought situation in 2024 will be distributed to the various schools. President Mahama was speaking at a National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service held in Accra on Sunday, January 12.
Mahama Dissolves Boards Of State Institutions
The Office of the President has officially announced the cessation of board memberships for statutory boards, corporations, commissions and councils following the assumption of office by President John Dramani Mahama. This directive is in accordance with the provisions of the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845). "All board, commission, and council members appointed by...
Parliament Begins Vetting Ministerial Nominees Today
The vetting process for President John Mahama‘s first batch of ministerial nominees commences today, Monday, January 13, 2025. This follows the official approval of Parliament’s Appointments Committee on January 9, tasked with vetting and recommending suitability for ministerial and other senior positions.Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, the Member of Parliament for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam and current Majority Leader, will...
Gas Supply Restored: GRIDCo and ECG Reconnect Power
GRIDCo and ECG Announce Restoration of Gas Supply to Tema Thermal Power Plants. This development brings relief to affected customers as all previously shutdown power plants have resumed operations, ensuring the return of electricity supply.In a joint press statement released on Friday, December 13, 2024, the two organizations assured stakeholders of their commitment to delivering reliable electricity...
Mahama: No IMF Exit, Only Modifications
President-elect Mahama Reassures Ghanaians on Continuing IMF Programme with Possible Adjustments.Acknowledging the current economic difficulties facing Ghana, Mahama pointed out that the IMF programme, which was initiated under President Akufo-Addo’s administration, had been instrumental in stabilizing the country’s economy. Mahama reiterated that the economy would be the primary focus of his administration, as...
Bawah Mogtari Urges Public to Disregard Fake Appointment Lists
The Office of President-Elect John Dramani Mahama has refuted claims about purported appointment lists circulating on social media. This follows the viral spread of alleged lists of appointees attributed to the President-Elect.In a statement signed by Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Special Aide to the President-Elect, the Office categorically described these lists as “false and unauthorised.” The statement further...
Western Region Records 15 Cholera Deaths
The Western Region has reported 15 deaths from a cholera outbreak, with the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis and Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipality as the epicentres. Dr. Gifty Amugi, Deputy Regional Director of Public Health, confirmed over 1,000 cases of cholera symptoms, including diarrhoea and vomiting, with 90 confirmed cases. Despite safety measures, Dr. Amugi expressed concern over...
Parliament Resumes Sitting Today at AICC
Parliament will resume sitting today, Monday, December 16, 2024. An official circular from the Speaker’s Office on December 11 stated that the lawmakers would sit at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).Speaker Alban Bagbin, in a prior notice dated December 2, 2024, summoned Parliament to resume its functions, emphasizing the importance of this...
