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Ken Ofori-Atta Prostate Cancer Surgery Scheduled for June 13; OSP Claims Lack of Official Notification

Former Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is scheduled to undergo surgery on June 13, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic in the United States. While this development has been reported in various media outlets, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) maintains that it has not received any official medical documentation confirming Mr. Ofori-Atta's condition or his inability to return to Ghana for ongoing investigations. Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Plan A medical letter, purportedly from the Mayo Clinic's Department of Urology and signed by Dr. Paras Shah, indicates that Mr. Ofori-Atta underwent diagnostic procedures, including MRI scans and a biopsy, leading to a prostate cancer diagnosis. The letter states that surgery is scheduled for June 13, 2025, and that Mr. Ofori-Atta will require a recovery period before he can travel back to Ghana. This […]

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President Mahama Gifts Dancer GH₵500, Clarifies It’s Not in Dollars

During a vibrant stop on his nationwide "Thank You Tour" in Dodowa, President John Dramani Mahama captivated attendees not just with his speech but also with a light-hearted moment. After gifting a traditional dancer GH₵500 for her performance, he humorously clarified that the amount was in Ghanaian cedis, not U.S. dollars, subtly referencing recent political controversies. The Gesture and Clarification On May 16, 2025, at the Ghanata Old School Park in Dodowa, President Mahama was treated to a captivating performance by a local cultural troupe. Moved by the display, he presented an envelope containing GH₵500 to one of the dancers. Taking the podium shortly after, he addressed the crowd with a smile: "Let me begin by commending the cultural troupe for the very beautiful performance they gave and to put on record that the money that I gave was 500 […]

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NPP National Chairman takes a temporary break from ‘Thank You Tour’

The National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Stephen Ntim, has taken a brief break from the ongoing nationwide "Thank You Tour." A statement dated May 1, 2025, and signed by the Party’s Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, explained that the chairman stepped away from the tour “to attend to some pressing matters.” "The New Patriotic Party wishes to inform all members and the public that the National Chairman has taken a short break from the ongoing nationwide "Thank You" tour to attend to some pressing matters," the statement read. The statement emphasized that Mr Ntim remains fully committed to the tour and will rejoin the team in due course. t also expressed the Party’s appreciation to members for their continued support, enthusiasm, and unwavering commitment throughout the nationwide exercise. "The National Chairman remains fully committed to the tour […]

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Bawumia funds cost of NPP’s ‘Thank You Tour’

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the 2024 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has personally financed the cost of the party’s nationwide ‘Thank You Tour.’ The tour, which began on Wednesday, 23rd April, is aimed at expressing appreciation to party faithful and supporters for their efforts during the 2024 general election, despite the party’s defeat. Dr. Bawumia’s gesture has been widely acknowledged within the party as a sign of his continued commitment to its unity and future prospects. The tour comes in the wake of the release of the Mike Ocquaye report, which provides an in-depth analysis of the factors that contributed to the NPP’s loss in the December 2024 general election. The report, commissioned by the party’s leadership, outlines both internal and external issues that affected its electoral fortunes. According to close sources, Dr. Bawumia believes that connecting directly with […]

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Be guided by rule of law in processes to remove CJ from office – GBA

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has urged actors involved in the process of the removal from office of the Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Araba Torkonoo, to let the rule of law be their guiding principles. This was contained in a statement signed and issued by the National President of the GBA, Efua Ghartey and Kwaku Gyau Baffour, National Secretary of GBA.It said that the exercise of discre­tion as provided by Article 296 of the Constitution, 1992 was important in enhancing the independence and image of the Judiciary.“It is expected that persons who play even the minutest role in this process will bear in mind Article 296 of the 1992 Constitution on the exercise of discretion and will act in a manner that safeguards and enhances the independence and image of the Judiciary,” the statement added.

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I’ve endured enough – Former Akontombra PC Appiah-Kubi Baidoo resigns from NPP

Former Parliamentary Candidate for Sefwi Akontombra, Appiah-Kubi Baidoo, has formally resigned from the New Patriotic Party (NPP), citing what he described as years of unfair treatment by the party’s leadership. In a letter addressed to the party chairman, Baidoo expressed deep disappointment over the way he and his immediate family had been treated. According to him, repeated appeals to the party’s National Executive Committee for redress yielded no results. “The frustrations I have endured over the years, along with my family, have become unbearable, and all efforts to seek redress have been ignored,” Baidoo noted in his resignation letter. The District Chief Executive who also stood as the NPP’s parliamentary candidate for the Sefwi Akontombra Constituency on three occasions, extended his gratitude to the party for the opportunities offered him throughout his political journey. Baidoo also offered an apology to […]

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I won’t lash any trader; I withdraw my decision – KMA Mayor

Kumasi Mayor Backtracks on Threat to Flog Traders, Vows to Stick to Traditional Methods The Mayor of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, has backtracked on his comments about using corporal punishment against traders who defy the ban on pavement trading. In response to widespread backlash, including criticism from members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Boadi clarified that he is committed to being a servant leader and has no intentions of manhandling or mistreating his people. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, April 14, 2025, King Zuba, as he is popularly known, acknowledged that the level of filth in Kumasi calls for urgent action but emphasized the need for discipline without resorting to physical punishment. Mr. Boadi had previously announced plans for a decongestion exercise, setting a two-week deadline for traders to vacate pavements and […]

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I feel tempted to laugh at how the NDC is struggling to fight galamsey – Miracles Aboagye

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, Communications Director of the 2024 Bawumia campaign, has taken aim at the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over its approach to addressing illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, in Ghana. Speaking in a recent interview, Aboagye stated that he often feels tempted to mock the current government's struggles with galamsey, given how the NDC dismissed the complexities of the issue while in opposition. “Sometimes, when I wake up and see how this government is struggling with the galamsey crisis, I feel like just laughing. We warned them, and they knew what we were saying was true,” he said. Aboagye accused the NDC, particularly during the 2024 election campaign, of making promises that encouraged illegal miners, despite prior warnings. According to him, senior figures within the NDC, including then-presidential candidate John Mahama, made comments suggesting that illegal miners would […]

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Bawku Conflict Declared National Crisis, Otumfuo’s Mediation Brings Renewed Hope — Agalga

Agalga Calls for National Unity in Addressing Bawku Crisis, Praises Otumfuo’s Mediation Efforts Speaking on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Builsa North MP James Agalga raised serious concerns about the escalating violence in Bawku, describing it as a national crisis that now threatens neighboring communities. He strongly advocated support for the peace talks led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. “I speak with a heavy heart. I’ve lived in Bawku and know the people personally—both Kusasis and Mamprusis. I consider them family,” Agalga said. He warned that the conflict has spilled over into surrounding areas such as Binduri, Bulenga, and Walewale, making travel increasingly unsafe. “This situation predates the NDC. Even under President Akufo-Addo, it worsened to the point where parts of the region, like the stretch between Bulenga and Walewale, became dangerous. I know someone who was shot after […]

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