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Bright Simons Alleges Bank Warned Mahama Over Ministerial Nominee Under Investigation.

Bright Simons, Vice President of IMANI Ghana, has claimed that an international bank confidentially alerted President John Dramani Mahama about adverse investigations involving one of his ministerial nominees. According to a post shared by Mr. Simons on X (formerly Twitter), the bank warned that the investigation's outcomes might become public, potentially causing distractions and undermining the credibility of the Office of the President.Mr. Simons further noted that the new government must avoid a chain of scandals that could erode public trust and goodwill. He urged the President to carefully consider the nominee's appointment to maintain the moral high ground.The allegations come amidst growing public scrutiny over President Mahama's ministerial appointments, as stakeholders call for a transparent and scandal-free administration.

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Mahama Faces Backlash Over Anti-LGBTQ Bill U-Turn.

President John Dramani Mahama is under fire from Assin South MP, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, for allegedly backtracking on his campaign promise to pass the Family Values Bill.Rev. Fordjour, a strong advocate for the bill, accused Mahama of betraying Ghanaians by suggesting the promotion of family values through education rather than legislation. Speaking in an interview, he expressed plans to reintroduce the bill in Parliament, highlighting its legality as confirmed by the Supreme Court and its importance in safeguarding Ghanaian cultural norms.The MP emphasized the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) unwavering support for the bill and criticized Mahama for shifting focus after gaining an overwhelming parliamentary majority. He vowed that the bill would return to the legislative floor and urged Ghanaians to hold the President accountable for what he called a breach of trust.

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Driver Caught on CCTV Stealing Phones Faces Court Charges.

A 20-year-old driver, Kwabena Gyimah, nicknamed "69," has been arraigned before an Accra Circuit Court for stealing mobile phones from a journalist and two others at Sakumono, Community 17.Captured on CCTV, Gyimah was seen entering the journalist’s property, leading to three charges of unlawful entry and stealing. His accomplice, known as “Coded,” remains at large.The court, presided over by Mr. Samuel Bright Acquah, granted Gyimah a GHC 50,000 bail with three sureties and ordered weekly reporting to the police. The case has been adjourned to February 4, 2025.Police investigations recovered one stolen phone from a shop at Kwame Nkrumah Circle, while Gyimah admitted in his statement to selling all the stolen items to “Coded.”

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Apaak Warns Against Interfering with School Food Distribution.

Clement Apaak, the Builsa South MP overseeing food distribution to address shortages in Senior High Schools, has issued a strict warning to those attempting to disrupt the process.He revealed that the operation, directed by President John Mahama, involves distributing rice and other essentials to over 900 secondary and TVET institutions across the country, starting in Greater Accra.Military and police trucks, alongside private volunteer vehicles, are transporting the food, all under heavy security. Apaak emphasized that any interference would be met with legal consequences, assuring the public that the initiative is being closely coordinated by key government agencies to ensure its success.

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Mahama on LGBT Bill: Education Over Legislation.

President John Dramani Mahama has called for the reintroduction of an LGBTQ bill, emphasizing that it should be a government-sponsored initiative rather than a private member’s bill. Speaking during a meeting with the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference in Accra, Mahama reflected on the failed anti-LGBTQ bill from the 8th Parliament, explaining that the bill expired with the previous government.Mahama noted that a consensus-driven government-backed bill would foster broader consultation and public agreement. He also argued that teaching family values in schools could eliminate the need for such legislation altogether.During the 2024 campaign, Mahama said he would have reviewed the controversial bill thoroughly before signing it into law, if elected. He stressed that any future bill must align with African culture, religious beliefs, and Ghanaian societal values. The Catholic Bishops reaffirmed their support for the bill and encouraged Mahama to reintroduce […]

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Mahama Picks 10 Regional Minister Nominees for Approval.

President John Dramani Mahama has submitted a list of ten nominees for parliamentary approval as regional ministers. These nominees represent regions including Oti, Volta, Eastern, Northern, North East, Upper East, Ashanti, Ahafo, Savannah, and Greater Accra.Notably, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the nominee for Greater Accra, is the only non-executive member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) among the group. She is currently the Member of Parliament for Shai Osudoku.While six regions—Western, Western North, Central, Bono, Bono East, and Upper West—still await nominations, the appointees so far include seasoned professionals and politicians with diverse expertise in governance, education, health, law, and public service.Some nominees, such as Ali Adolf John for the Northern Region, have already received widespread support in their regions. Parliament’s Appointment Committee has begun vetting nominees, with three awaiting final approval.

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ECG Launches “Operation Keep the Lights On” to Recover Revenue.

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a revenue mobilization exercise, "Operation Keep the Lights On," set to run from January 15 to January 31, 2025. This initiative targets customers with arrears and includes prepaid meter inspections to ensure compliance.In a statement, ECG reminded the public that reconnecting after disconnection without authorization is a crime. The company plans to redeploy senior staff to maximize efforts during the exercise while ensuring that essential customer services remain available.ECG also urged public cooperation and highlighted that the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s LI (2413) grants them access to installations for effective operations.

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Cedi Slides Against Dollar but Gains on Pound.

The Ghanaian cedi experienced a challenging week, depreciating by 0.48% against the US dollar and increasing its year-to-date loss to 1.27% as of January 13, 2025. The local currency ended the week at a mid-rate of GH¢15.68 per dollar and began the new week trading at GH¢15.85.However, the cedi managed a slight gain of 0.26% against the pound while losing 0.62% to the euro.The Bank of Ghana plans to auction $20 million to Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs) this week to ease demand pressures. Despite this, analysts predict that strong forex demand will keep the cedi under pressure throughout the week.

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Afenyo-Markin Walks Out of Appointments Committee Amid Ayine Vetting Tensions.

Drama unfolded during the vetting of Attorney General-designate, Dr. Dominic Ayine, before Parliament's Appointments Committee on January 13, 2025. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin staged a walkout after a heated exchange over a question of potential conflict of interest involving Dr. Ayine's law firm.The controversy began when Suame MP John Darko pressed the nominee on the matter, despite the Committee Chairman, Bernard Ahiafor, ruling the question out of order. Tensions escalated as Mr. Darko accused the Chairman of suppressing his queries.Mr. Afenyo-Markin joined in the criticism, alleging bias against NPP members. “The way you go at my members, especially the new ones, is not right,” he remarked. After the Chairman refused to reverse his decision, Afenyo-Markin and several NPP members walked out in protest.The incident highlights underlying tensions within the committee as it vets President Mahama’s ministerial nominees.

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Ato Forson Pledges to Scrap Betting Tax and E-Levy in First Budget.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate, has vowed to abolish both the controversial betting tax and the E-Levy if approved. Speaking before the Appointments Committee on January 13, Dr. Forson criticized the betting tax as ineffective, arguing that it has failed to generate the expected revenue and instead burdens the sector unnecessarily.He also reaffirmed his opposition to the E-Levy, describing it as poorly classified and inefficient within Ghana’s tax framework. Dr. Forson emphasized his commitment to creating a sustainable and growth-oriented tax regime that relieves citizens and promotes economic development.Residents and businesses are optimistic about the potential relief these changes could bring, should Dr. Forson's plans be implemented successfully.

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