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Mahama Recalls Nightmares After Father’s Detention Following 1966 Coup
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Ghana : Baba Jamal rappelé de son poste au Nigeria

Le président ghanéen John Dramani Mahama a ordonné, ce samedi, le rappel immédiat de Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, plus connu sous le nom de Baba Jamal, de son poste de Haut-Commissaire du Ghana auprès de la République fédérale du Nigeria. Cette décision fait suite à des allégations d’irrégularités survenues lors des primaires du National Democratic Congress (NDC), organisées le même jour dans la circonscription d’Ayawaso East. Baba Jamal y participait en tant que candidat et a été déclaré vainqueur du scrutin interne avec une courte avance d’environ trente voix sur sa concurrente. Selon le communiqué officiel de la présidence, des soupçons d’incitation des électeurs, notamment d’achat de votes, pèsent sur plusieurs candidats ayant pris part à ces primaires. Dans le cas de Baba Jamal, certaines sources évoquent la distribution présumée de téléviseurs et d’autres équipements à des délégués du parti […]

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CEDEAO : Mahama soutenu pour présider l’UA en 2027

Une décision diplomatique majeure a été prise à Abuja lors de la 95ᵉ session ordinaire du Conseil des ministres de la CEDEAO. Les chefs de la diplomatie ouest-africaine ont arrêté une position commune concernant la future présidence de l’Union africaine (UA) pour 2027, une fonction qui revient cette année-là à l’Afrique de l’Ouest dans le cadre du principe de rotation régionale. Dans une recommandation officielle référencée C/REC.1/12/25, le Conseil réaffirme son engagement envers le Traité révisé de la CEDEAO et insiste sur la nécessité de renforcer la représentation de la région au sein des organisations internationales. Le texte met en avant le rôle stratégique du pays retenu et la volonté de porter davantage de voix ouest-africaines dans les instances continentales. Les ministres ont demandé à l’Autorité des chefs d’État et de gouvernement, qui se réunit dimanche, de valider cette orientation […]

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Government Owes Road Contractors GH₵40 Billion Roads Minister Kwame Agbodza

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has disclosed that the government currently owes road contractors arrears amounting to GH₵40 billion. Speaking in an interview on Accra-based Citi FM, Mr. Agbodza detailed the financial challenges the government faces in clearing debts accumulated under the previous Akufo-Addo administration. He commended President John Dramani Mahama and Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson for settling GH₵5 billion of the arrears within just a few months of assuming office, describing it as a major relief for contractors. “Without a doubt, we’re close to about GH₵40 billion, which represents work done but unpaid across the road sector. The GH₵5 billion is the biggest single payment made to contractors at a particular time in recent history,” Mr. Agbodza stated. He emphasized that the payments were made without external borrowing, a move he described as […]

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Ghana : Accueil des migrants ouest-africains expulsés des États-Unis

Le président ghanéen John Dramani Mahama a annoncé mercredi que son pays avait accepté de servir de point d’accueil pour des ressortissants d’Afrique de l’Ouest expulsés des États-Unis. À la demande de Washington, 14 migrants ont déjà été transférés à Accra, parmi lesquels plusieurs Nigérians qui ont ensuite poursuivi leur voyage vers leur pays d’origine. « Nous avons été sollicités par les États-Unis pour accueillir les ressortissants de pays tiers expulsés. Et nous avons convenu avec eux que les ressortissants d’Afrique de l’Ouest étaient acceptables », a déclaré le chef de l’État. Un cadre régional et des tensions diplomatiques Cet accord repose sur le protocole de la CEDEAO, qui garantit la libre circulation des citoyens ouest-africains au sein de la région. Mais il intervient dans un contexte diplomatique tendu entre Accra et Washington, marqué par : des frictions commerciales, une […]

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Ghana–Singapore Trade Reaches $215m in 2024

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that trade between Ghana and Singapore reached $215 million in 2024, with projections for further growth as investments expand. Speaking at the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum in Singapore on Tuesday, Mahama said the steady rise in trade reflects Ghana’s increasing role in West Africa’s partnership with Asia. “Africa and Asia are the two youngest, fastest-urbanising regions in the world. We are complementary in resources, markets, and know-how. And the numbers tell a clear story: Africa–Singapore trade rose by about 50% between 2020 and 2024 to nearly $14 billion, with West Africa accounting for more than half of that. Ghana–Singapore trade has also grown, reaching over $215 million in 2024,” he stated. The President added that the expansion of Ghana–Singapore trade is part of a wider Africa–Asia economic integration, which is set to reshape global […]

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Ghana Envoy Urges Churches to Unite After Helicopter Crash

The Office of the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations has urged church leaders to deepen spiritual collaboration for national unity, direction, and healing following the recent military helicopter crash that killed senior government officials, military officers, and party executives. In a statement on Sunday, Presidential Envoy Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, thanked Christian leaders for their prayers and moral guidance, calling their contribution to Ghana’s civic and spiritual life “indispensable.” Call for Responsible Prophecies Afriyie Ankrah invited prophets, pastors, and other clergy to formally submit any prophecy or spiritual insight of national significance — especially those concerning political leaders, governance, security, or public stability — to his office for review and possible escalation. He said this was in the “spirit of responsibility, discernment, and stewardship over the nation’s destiny.” Prayers for the […]

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Mahama’s Government Shows Promise but Faces Looming Challenges – Experts

President John Dramani Mahama's return to Ghana's highest office has been met with both optimism and caution. While his administration has initiated several reforms and fulfilled a significant portion of its early promises, experts highlight persistent challenges that could impede sustained progress. In his first 120 days, President Mahama claims to have fulfilled 72% of his pledges, including the launch of a code of conduct for government officials and the initiation of investigations into unresolved murders and financial scandals . These actions underscore a commitment to transparency and accountability. However, analysts point out that some of these achievements may be overstated, noting that systemic issues like corruption and bureaucratic inertia remain deeply entrenched . The administration's economic reforms, while ambitious, are still in their infancy and face execution challenges, particularly in creating sustainable job opportunities . Furthermore, Ghana's economy, though […]

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Mahama Delivers on Election Promise, Abolishes E-Levy and Betting Tax

President John Dramani Mahama has signed a set of legislative bills into law that will eliminate several taxes, including the controversial Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy), Betting Tax, and Emissions Tax. This decision is in line with the National Democratic Congress's (NDC) promise to reduce the financial burden on Ghanaians.The bills, which were presented to Parliament by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on March 13, 2025, include the repeal of the E-Levy, Betting Tax, and other fiscal reforms. These changes mark a significant shift in the country's tax policies.The E-Levy, introduced in 2022, imposed a 1% charge on mobile money and online transactions, facing backlash for its impact on people's disposable income. The Betting Tax, a 10% levy on gambling winnings, also drew criticism from the gaming sector.In his 2024 election campaign, Mahama had promised to abolish these taxes within […]

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NAHSAG Commends Mahama for Streamlining Nursing, Teacher Trainee Allowances

The National Health Students’ Association of Ghana (NAHSAG) has expressed its heartfelt appreciation to former President John Dramani Mahama for the recent initiative to streamline the payment of allowances for nursing and teacher trainees across the country.In a statement released on March 23, 2025, NAHSAG commended Mahama for integrating these allowances into the general payroll system, which is expected to ensure timely and consistent disbursement of funds. The new system will enable trainee allowances to be paid directly by the Controller and Accountant-General, alongside the monthly salaries of public sector workers.During his “Thank You Tour” in Tamale on March 22, Mahama announced that this move would eliminate delays in payment, offering greater financial stability to nursing and teacher trainees. NAHSAG highlighted the significance of this development, which is seen as a long-awaited solution to a persistent problem.“This initiative will not […]

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Price of Passport Booklet Reduced from GH₵500 to GH₵350

The Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced a reduction in the price of a 32-page passport booklet from GH₵500 to GH₵350. The announcement was made on the floor of Parliament on March 13, 2025. This decision is part of the government's efforts to make passports more accessible to all Ghanaians.The price hike from GH₵100 to GH₵500 had occurred under the previous Akufo-Addo government to cover printing costs. The NDC, while in opposition at the time, criticized the increase and promised to review it should they win the 2024 general elections. Ablakwa also mentioned that a committee would be formed to explore transitioning from the current passport booklet to chip-embedded versions in the future.Additionally, Ablakwa highlighted that an amendment of the fees and charges would be made to formalize the reduction of passport prices.

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