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Mahama’s Office Denounces Fake Appointment List.

The office of President-elect John Dramani Mahama has refuted a viral list on social media alleging to reveal appointees for his upcoming administration.In a statement issued on December 16, 2024, Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Mahama’s Special Aide, labeled the list as “false and unauthorized.” She urged the public to rely only on official announcements from the President-elect’s office.The statement emphasized that no official appointments have been made, aside from a 10-member Transition Team led by Julius Debrah, tasked with ensuring a smooth transfer of power under Ghana’s Presidential Transition Act.Ghanaians have been advised to disregard unverified information and await updates directly from Mahama’s office.

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WAEC Delays Release of WASSCE Results for Over 460,000 Candidates.

The release of the 2024 WASSCE results for 460,611 candidates is facing delays as the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) awaits funds from the Ministry of Education. The GH¢118 million owed is crucial for repairing or replacing scanners needed to process objective test cards. According to WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, John Kapi, breakdowns in the council’s scanners have stalled the process. He urged examination officials and suppliers to remain patient as efforts are underway to resolve the funding issues. The exams, conducted from August 5 to September 20, 2024, involved 1,003 schools and marked Ghana’s third time hosting the WASSCE exclusively. WAEC also noted several infractions during the exams, including the smuggling of mobile phones and distribution of answers, with plans to sanction those involved. The release of the 2024 WASSCE results for 460,611 candidates is facing delays as […]

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NSA Files Second Injunction to Block The Fourth Estate’s Investigative Report.

The National Service Authority (NSA) has filed a second injunction against The Fourth Estate, seeking to prevent the publication of a series of investigative reports into its activities.The NSA claims that publishing the exposé without their input would cause "irreparable harm" to its reputation. Despite multiple attempts by The Fourth Estate to engage NSA officials for their side of the story—through letters, calls, and meetings—the Authority has opted for legal action.A prior 10-day court injunction, secured on December 2, temporarily halted the publication. With its expiration on December 12, the NSA has returned to court, asking for the following:Restraining The Fourth Estate from publishing the report until NSA’s side is included.A directive to retract the yet-to-be-published report on all platforms.An order for The Fourth Estate to bear the litigation costs.The investigative journalism project, operated by the Media Foundation for West […]

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Transition Team Investigates Last-Minute Deals Amid Election Shift.

As Ghana prepares for its 2024 leadership transition, a joint team overseeing the power handover has raised concerns about the outgoing government’s last-minute actions, particularly recruitment and financial deals. A special committee will be established to investigate new hires across government ministries, checking if they followed proper procedures and received necessary financial clearances. The committee will also examine a controversial GH¢240 million payment linked to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).Felix Kwakye Ofosu, spokesperson for the transition team, highlighted the fiscal risks of these decisions, stressing the incoming administration’s need to review such financial matters to ensure good governance. The team has called for a halt to these last-minute actions to protect the nation’s resources as the country faces economic challenges. This marks the continuation of concerns over outgoing administrations making appointments and payments just before relinquishing power.

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Ben Ephson Attributes 2024 Election Prediction Miss to Voter Apathy…

Pollster and Managing Editor of the Daily Dispatch, Ben Ephson, has explained why his prediction for the 2024 general election fell short. Speaking on Joy Prime, he highlighted voter apathy among New Patriotic Party (NPP) members as the key reason for his miscalculation.Ephson emphasized the challenge of detecting apathy in pre-election polls, citing a sharp decline in NPP voter turnout, especially in strongholds like the Ashanti Region, where votes dropped by over 1.2 million compared to 2020.Drawing parallels with the 2016 U.S. election, he noted that apathy, similar to that seen among Black voters during Hillary Clinton’s campaign, is a critical but hard-to-measure factor in polling.Reflecting on his career, he stated, "Out of eight polls in 23 years, I’ve missed two. Both times, apathy was the unknown variable."Ephson concluded that had the remaining NPP voters turned out, the party could […]

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505,000 Businesses to Be Delisted by December 2024.

The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) plans to delist over 500,000 business names and 5,000 companies from its registry by the end of December 2024. This move is targeted at entities that have failed to file annual returns despite extended grace periods and reminders.Registrar Jemima Mamaa Oware explained that this initiative is part of efforts to ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992) and enhance the integrity of the ORC's registry. Non-compliant entities will face restrictions, including a 12-year prohibition on reusing delisted names.Digital Transformation in 2025The ORC plans to fully transition to a digital system in April 2025, streamlining services like business registration, renewals, and filing returns. The system will integrate with key institutions like the National Identification Authority (NIA) and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to improve operational efficiency and accessibility.Businesses at risk of delisting […]

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Heroic Mid-Air Rescue: Ghanaian Doctor Shares Her Experience.

Dr. Joyce Emefa Addo-Klah, a Ghanaian doctor, recounted how she saved a passenger's life during a KLM flight from Amsterdam to Accra on December 11, 2024. Speaking on Joy FM, she described her swift response when a medical emergency arose four hours into the journey.Traveling with her husband, also a doctor, and their son, Dr. Addo-Klah quickly grabbed her medical equipment and attended to the passenger. Assisted by the KLM crew and their well-equipped emergency kit, she stabilized the patient and monitored their condition in the business class area until landing.“This isn’t my first in-flight emergency,” she remarked, emphasizing her habit of carrying basic medical tools while traveling. The passenger is now stable, and Dr. Addo-Klah continues to follow up on their recovery.

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Mahama Prioritizes Economic Relief for Ghanaians.

Felix Ofosu Kwakye, spokesperson for the transition team of President-Elect John Mahama, has assured Ghanaians that the incoming administration is committed to reviving the economy. Mahama’s priorities include stabilizing the cedi, reducing inflation, and easing financial burdens.At a joint transition meeting, concerns were raised about last-minute recruitments and a controversial GH₵240 million payment involving the ECG. To address these issues, a committee is being formed to ensure transparency in financial decisions.Speaking to the Chinese Ambassador, Mahama emphasized strengthening Ghana-China relations and focusing on sustainable economic growth, despite the challenges of debt defaults and inflation.

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Dr. Bawumia Could Return as NPP Candidate in 2028 – Dr. Osae-Kwapong.

Dr. John Osae-Kwapong, a political scientist and fellow at CDD-Ghana, has suggested that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, could be re-nominated in 2028.Dr. Bawumia recently lost to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in both the presidential and parliamentary elections. Speaking on the AM Show on December 13, Dr. Osae-Kwapong explained that the NPP’s decision would depend on their interpretation of the 2024 election results.Key Points:Re-nomination Possibility: If the NPP attributes the loss to internal factors rather than a strong NDC campaign, they may opt to give Dr. Bawumia another chance.Strategic Calculations: The dynamics of 2028 will be critical since John Mahama, who won in 2024, is limited to one term, potentially changing the political landscape.Learning from Mistakes: Dr. Osae-Kwapong emphasized that the NPP must carefully analyze their loss and make strategic […]

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Domelevo Urges Mahama to Prioritize Accountability and Governance.

Former Auditor-General Daniel Yao Domelevo has called on President-Elect John Dramani Mahama to deliver good governance during his tenure. Domelevo highlighted the mandate given to Mahama and his parliamentary majority as an opportunity to implement impactful policies. He advised against exploiting the majority for partisan interests and emphasized enacting constitutional reforms to enhance governance.He also advocated for separating the Attorney General's office from the Minister of Justice role to improve accountability. Domelevo urged Mahama to immediately recover looted funds as promised and avoid a "honeymoon period," stressing the urgency of addressing Ghana's economic challenges.

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