Reverend John Ntim Fordjour is the Member of Parliament for Assin South

The Member of Parliament for Assin South and former Deputy Minister of Education, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, has criticised government over the decision to deploy Police Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team to disperse teachers who were picketing at the Ghana Education Service (GES) headquarters on Monday, June 23, 2025.

In a post on his X account on June 24, 2025, Reverend Ntim Fordjour expressed his dismay at the incident, describing the government’s action as “insensitive and intolerant.”

He questioned the rationale behind using a SWAT team against teachers who were peacefully demanding their unpaid salaries, highlighting the humiliation the educators were subjected to because of the development.

“Under President Mahama, Police SWAT is called on unpaid teachers to heckle them out of Ghana Education Service HQ for simply demanding their lawful pay. What crime did they commit to face such humiliation? What happened to the dignity of teachers? Insensitive and intolerant govt,” Reverend Ntim Fordjour wrote.

The deployment of the SWAT team occurred during a protest by hundreds of trained teachers who have not received their salaries for the past 10 months.

The teachers had converged peacefully at the GES headquarters to demand urgent action from the government regarding their unpaid arrears, which they claim have made their lives unbearable.

Some of the teachers have been seen in viral videos lamenting the decision to chase them away with the police.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Education Service has announced that concrete steps are being taken to address the concerns of the newly posted teachers, but no specific timeline for resolution has been provided.

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Alexander kwamina Afenyo-Markin is the Minority Leader in Parliament

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has cautioned members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) against engaging in acts that do not foster unity within the party, but instead promote divisiveness.

According to him, as party members begin endorsing candidates who have declared their intentions to contest as flagbearer of the party, their supporters and teams should focus on promoting their candidates’ brands by highlighting their ideas to enhance their appeals.

He added that they should refrain from engaging in campaigns of insults and reputation smearing, which he believes do not help promote the country’s democracy.

“It does not help the good of democracy. What does your candidate stand for, his vision for the party and the country?

“To me, these are matters that matter, not the name-calling, because in the world of politics, there is no perfect candidate,” he is quoted as saying by Daily Graphic in an interview on June 24, 2025.

Afenyo-Markin emphasised the importance of unity within the party as they work to restructure and enhance their appeal, aiming to boost their chances in the 2028 general elections.

The politician’s caution come amid several individuals, including Members of Parliament, openly declaring their support for some of the flagbearer hopefuls and making public statements as part of their campaigns.

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Member of Parliament for Afadjato South, Frank Afriyie, has challenged the political viability of New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopefuls outside the support of party structures, arguing that none of the aspirants, regardless of their popularity, can secure more than 5% of national votes running independently.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Tuesday, June 24, the MP criticised the notion that any single figure within the NPP could claim overwhelming electoral strength without the party’s machinery backing them.

“It is not for nothing that candidates who stand in the name of the NDC or NPP always perform very well in general elections. It is because of the machinery that they represent and the party structures,” he stressed.

Afriyie’s remarks come amid a growing wave of endorsements within the NPP, particularly the recent declaration of support by a coalition of 220 former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in favour of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections.

But Afriyie pushed back, arguing that such endorsements inflate personal egos while ignoring the critical need to rebuild trust and support at the party’s base.

“If Dr. Bawumia, Kennedy Agyapong or any of the aspirants believe they are that formidable, they should try going as independent candidates; they won’t cross 5%,” he challenged.

“Any right-thinking party officer should be more interested in fixing the party from the base, not engaging in premature public endorsements,” he added.

On Monday, June 23, a coalition of 220 former MMDCEs, who served between 2017 and 2024 under the NPP administration, held a press conference at the Alisa Hotel to publicly declare their support for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to lead the party into the 2028 general elections.

The group claimed that after extensive consultation and analysis, Bawumia emerged as the most capable and visionary candidate. They pledged to offer their full support, political, financial, and strategic, to ensure his victory in the upcoming internal primaries scheduled for January 31, 2026.

Former National Vice Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Michael Omari Wadie

Former National Vice Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Michael Omari Wadie, has claimed that the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is allegedly pushing for a third term bid by President John Dramani Mahama due to a lack of confidence in other potential leaders within the party.

According to him, the NDC’s recent internal conversations and public discourse around Mahama possibly returning for another term reveal a deeper issue of the party’s inability to identify a strong successor.

Speaking on Asaasepa radio on June 19, 2025, Omari Wadie said, “Even today, the NDC doesn’t have the men. Haven’t you heard that President Mahama will go for a third term? They cannot even identify among themselves who is qualified and capable of doing the work. They don’t have the men, so they are considering Mahama going for a third term.”

He argued that if the NDC had confidence in individuals like Asiedu Nketiah or Julius Debrah, there would be no need to revisit Mahama’s eligibility or leadership.

“If they believed in Asiedu Nketiah or Julius Debrah, would they still be considering Mahama? Certainly not,” he added.

Omari Wadie emphasised that such a scenario would be impossible in the New Patriotic Party, asserting that the NPP has a robust pipeline of competent leaders capable of taking over at any time.

“This cannot happen in the NPP. We have capable people who can lead the country. If a leader in the NPP tried to overstay his welcome, we would send him to court,” he stressed.

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The Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has cautioned President John Dramani Mahama not to be swayed by recent praises from individuals who previously criticised him.

According to Professor Gyampo, some of Mahama’s fiercest critics have now turned around to heap praises on him, a gesture he believes should not distract the President or derail the efforts of the anti-corruption task force, Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL).

Speaking on a panel discussion on TV3 on June 21, 2025, Professor Gyampo emphasised that regardless of the public accolades, ORAL must stay committed to its mandate of retrieving illegally acquired assets.

“All of a sudden, President Mahama is being showered with accolades from people who had once severely criticised him. Now he is being told that he is the most prepared president in Ghana. Some are saying that Ato Forson is the smartest Minister of Finance we have ever had. Some people are saying all manner of things.

“But I want to say that look, whether Mahama’s accolades are touted or not the reports of ORAL will be implemented, and nobody will be made to live in a fool’s paradise.

“If something is good, but the point is that we tell President Mahama that regardless of whatever people say about him, that he is doing well, that he is the most prepared president.

“Now people have started taking to a certain posture and it is curious, and I am surprised but we are saying that look, we will collect our money.

“Wherever monies have been kept, we will collect our money. Even if you praise him or you don’t praise him, the right thing would be done and it’s important that we put this on record and we let President Mahama know that he should not be swayed.

“Attorney General, all of you don’t be swayed by all this thing, let us go and get to the bottom of every matter that is being investigated regardless of whoever that is involved.”

Professor Gyampo’s comments follow remarks made by New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, who recently described President John Mahama as the most prepared leader in Ghana’s political history.

Speaking on Asaase Radio on June 16, 2025, Otchere-Darko highlighted Mahama’s unique career trajectory, which spans from serving as an assemblyman to becoming Vice President, President, and now again a presidential candidate.

“I think the current president is probably the most prepared president we have had. From assemblyman all the way to where he is now, Vice President, President, you have been in opposition, seen who your real friends are, learned from your mistakes, identified missed opportunities, and now you’ve been given another chance,” Otchere-Darko stated.

However, he also issued a word of caution, noting that Mahama faces immense pressure to fulfill campaign promises, particularly those directed at Ghana’s youth.

“The youth are unforgiving. They want jobs. They voted for you because they expect their aspirations to be met through your 24-hour economy policy and other promises. Satisfying them in this era of social and new media where every government action is magnified is a huge challenge,” he noted.

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A photo collage of Professor Gyampo [L] and Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko

The Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has cautioned President John Dramani Mahama not to be swayed by recent praises from individuals who previously criticised him.

According to Professor Gyampo, some of Mahama’s fiercest critics have now turned around to heap praises on him, a gesture he believes should not distract the President or derail the efforts of the anti-corruption task force, Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL).

Speaking on a panel discussion on TV3 on June 21, 2025, Prof Gyampo emphasised that regardless of the public accolades, ORAL must stay committed to its mandate of retrieving illegally acquired assets.

“All of a sudden, President Mahama is being showered with accolades from people who had once severely criticised him. Now he is being told that he is the most prepared president in Ghana. Some are saying that Ato Forson is the smartest Minister of Finance we have ever had. Some people are saying all manner of things.

“But I want to say that look, whether Mahama’s accolades are touted or not the reports of ORAL will be implemented, and nobody will be made to live in a fool’s paradise.

“If something is good, but the point is that we tell President Mahama that regardless of whatever people say about him, that he is doing well, that he is the most prepared president.

“Now people have started taking to a certain posture and it is curious, and I am surprised but we are saying that look, we will collect our money.

“Wherever monies have been kept, we will collect our money. Even if you praise him or you don’t praise him, the right thing would be done and it’s important that we put this on record and we let President Mahama know that he should not be swayed.

“Attorney General, all of you don’t be swayed by all this thing, let us go and get to the bottom of every matter that is being investigated regardless of whoever that is involved.”

Prof Gyampo’s comments follow remarks made by New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, who recently described President John Mahama as the most prepared leader in Ghana’s political history.

Speaking on Asaase Radio on June 16, 2025, Otchere-Darko highlighted Mahama’s unique career trajectory, which spans from serving as an assemblyman to becoming Vice President, President, and now again a presidential candidate.

“I think the current president is probably the most prepared president we have had. From assemblyman all the way to where he is now, Vice President, President, you have been in opposition, seen who your real friends are, learned from your mistakes, identified missed opportunities, and now you’ve been given another chance,” Otchere-Darko stated.

However, he also issued a word of caution, noting that Mahama faces immense pressure to fulfill campaign promises, particularly those directed at Ghana’s youth.

“The youth are unforgiving. They want jobs. They voted for you because they expect their aspirations to be met through your 24-hour economy policy and other promises. Satisfying them in this era of social and new media where every government action is magnified is a huge challenge,” he noted.

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The Director of Legal Affairs for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Godwin Edudzi Tamekloe, has criticized former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s recent remarks on leadership and innovation. Apenewsgh reports

Dr. Bawumia had told a gathering of over 200 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives that despite not being rich, he possesses “rich ideas” to propel Ghana forward.

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Four of the five suspects arrested are Nigerian

The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of members of a notorious criminal syndicate responsible for the theft of vehicles across the Kumasi Metropolis in the Ashanti Region.

In a statement issued on June 23, 2025, the police said that they had arrested five suspects through intelligence linked to the syndicate.

The police indicated that four of the five suspects were Nigerian, with the remaining one being a Ghanaian.

“Over recent months, the police received multiple reports of victims being trailed from financial institutions and having large sums of money stolen from their vehicles while parked. The syndicate, often using Toyota Highlander vehicles with fake registration plates, identified and followed targets before striking.

“Through coordinated intelligence and surveillance by the Police Intelligence Directorate and the Intelligence Video Surveillance (IVS) system, two vehicles used in the crimes were traced. On June 19, 2025, three suspects — Russell Ekenze, Francis Friday, and Linus Agwazie — were arrested. Tools used in the thefts were retrieved from their vehicles. The suspects confessed to multiple incidents and named other accomplices, including Cosmas Maduabuchukwu, who remains at large. Two women, Gifty Onurumbam and Gladys Ibrahim, were also arrested for obstructing investigations,” part of the statement reads.

The police added; “In total, five suspects are in custody and are being arraigned before court. The syndicate is largely composed of Nigerian nationals, with one Ghanaian. Investigations remain ongoing in collaboration with the Greater Ashanti Regional Police Command.”

See the full statement plus pictures of the suspects and some of the cars they stole below:

PRESS RELEASE:

ARREST OF CRIMINAL SYNDICATE INVOLVED IN TARGETED VEHICLE

THEFTS IN KUMASI. pic.twitter.com/fN1sIA1h8O

— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) June 23, 2025

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— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) June 23, 2025

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Simpa Polling Station Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Tarkwa-Nsuaem Constituency of the Western Region, Henry Baker, has spoken candidly in an interview with Adwenpa FM, addressing the controversial registration exercise currently rocking the area.

Baker not only confirmed the existence of the secret registration but also clarified the internal disagreements that surrounded the process, sparking tension in the area and leaving the party in turmoil.

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The Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has called for urgent reforms to Ghana’s Political Parties Act, urging that political parties be legally empowered to own and operate businesses to achieve true financial autonomy.

Speaking on the JoyNews AM Show on June 24, Mr Mohammed underscored the critical need to overhaul the outdated political financing framework that currently restricts parties’ funding options.

He stressed that the existing laws no longer reflect today’s political realities and must be amended.

“The laws governing our political environment have been outdated. What we need to do is to amend the Political Parties Act to allow political parties to do business,” he asserted.

Highlighting the benefits of such a reform, Mr Mohammed explained that allowing parties to engage in lawful business activities would provide sustainable revenue streams vital for their survival and effective functioning.

“When political parties are allowed to do business and own businesses, they will be able to earn certain kinds of money that can shore up their balance sheets and support political activity,” he explained.

He warned against the perpetual reliance on government funding and external donations, which continue to hamper the financial independence of political parties.

“We can’t continue going around in circles looking for ways in which the government should provide funding. We have had this debate several times, and I think it is time we re-examine the Political Parties Act,” he urged.

Mr Mohammed called for immediate legislative action to grant political parties the authority to conduct lawful commercial ventures, ensuring their financial sustainability and strengthening Ghana’s democracy.

“The amendment will give power and authority to political parties to do lawful businesses that can support the running of political parties in Ghana,” he said.

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Accra, June 23, GNA – The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Elections Committee Monday said it will stay neutral and work in the interest of members in the Association’s upcoming national elections.  

A statement signed by Mr Peter Martey Agbeko, the Elections Committe Chair, said the team would continue to engage stakeholders to help maintain the dignity and credibility of the electoral process. 

Responding to concerns raised by General Secretary aspirant, Mr Akwasi Agyemang, over proxy voting modalities, the Committee explained that proxy voting, in the 2025 elections, was “grounded in widely recognised electoral best practices. ”  

“The decision to introduce proxy voting was not taken lightly…Proxy voting provides a legitimate option for eligible voters who, due to verified reasons, are unable to be physically present to cast their ballots,” it noted. 

The statement said proxy voting was not implemented in previous elections due to lack of appropriate infrastructure, including standardised forms and a secure digital platform.  

“The tumultuous circumstances at the time, including the unexpected resignation of the then Committee Chair, also made it difficult to implement progressive reforms,” it said. 

“In contrast, for this election cycle, we have taken deliberate steps to ensure proper structures and safeguards are in place. A secure digital platform has been set up, and vetted proxy application forms are being used.”  

Adequate safeguards had been implemented to prevent abuse of the proxy system, as applications ended June 23, 2025, the statement said. 

“Each application will be scrutinised and approved on a case-by-case basis, based on submitted evidence of the applicant’s inability to vote in person.”  

The Elections Committee recently issued guidelines and other regulations governing the proxy system. 

In line with consultation and transparency, the Committee has scheduled June 24, 2025, for a virtual meeting to clarify and address other election-related concerns. On bloated voters register allegations, the Committee Chair called for concrete evidence to support the assertion.  

“As it stands, making a general claim without particulars makes it difficult for the Committee to investigate or take corrective action. We are open to scrutiny and ready to investigate any verifiable discrepancies presented to us.” 

Twelve national candidates and 50 regional candidates have been approved by the Elections Committee for the polls, scheduled for June 30, 2025.  

GNA 

Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe 

An aide to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Kofi Tonto, has criticised the Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Dr Stephen Amoah, for supposedly injecting religion into Ghana’s political discourse.

Speaking on Asempa FM, Kofi Tonto expressed deep concern over recent comments made by Dr Amoah, a known ally of Kennedy Agyapong, who suggested that the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) poor performance in the 2024 elections was partly due to Dr Bawumia’s Islamic background.

Tonto condemned the remarks as divisive and irresponsible, warning against the dangers of religious politics in Ghana’s democracy.

“No Ghanaian goes to the hospital and asks for the religious background of the doctor before treatment,” he said. “What matters is competence, and the same standard should apply to our leaders.”

He further emphasised that Dr Amoah, as a legislator, should know better and act in a manner that promotes national unity rather than religious division.

“Religious identity should never be a disqualifying factor in politics. It’s dangerous and unnecessary to bring faith into the debate about who should lead this country,” Tonto added.

Tonto argued that track record and competence, not faith, should be the focus of political discourse.

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Kofi Tonto is an aide to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia

An aide to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Kofi Tonto, has criticised the Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Dr Stephen Amoah, for supposedly injecting religion into Ghana’s political discourse.

Speaking on Asempa FM, Kofi Tonto expressed deep concern over recent comments made by Dr Amoah, a known ally of Kennedy Agyapong, who suggested that the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) poor performance in the 2024 elections was partly due to Dr Bawumia’s Islamic background.

Tonto condemned the remarks as divisive and irresponsible, warning against the dangers of religious politics in Ghana’s democracy.

“No Ghanaian goes to the hospital and asks for the religious background of the doctor before treatment,” he said. “What matters is competence, and the same standard should apply to our leaders.”

He further emphasised that Dr Amoah, as a legislator, should know better and act in a manner that promotes national unity rather than religious division.

“Religious identity should never be a disqualifying factor in politics. It’s dangerous and unnecessary to bring faith into the debate about who should lead this country,” Tonto added.

Tonto argued that track record and competence, not faith, should be the focus of political discourse.

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As the New Patriotic Party () prepares for its next internal contest to choose a flagbearer for the 2028 general elections, political analyst Dr. George Asekere has raised critical concerns over the party’s sequencing of events leading up to the 2026 presidential primaries.

According to Dr. Asekere, although the NPP flagbearer selection is being described by some as an “early congress,” the party is, in fact, adhering to its own laws.

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The Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to pause plans for selecting a flagbearer until it has addressed the deep-rooted issues affecting the party.

According to him, efforts should be focused on internal reform and restoring credibility before considering who should lead the party into the next general election.

Speaking on Channel One TV on Monday, June 23, Mr Boamah criticised the current rush toward flagbearer campaigns, describing it as misguided in light of the NPP’s poor performance in the 2024 polls.

He argued that the party needed a serious reset to reconnect with the Ghanaian people. “I have stated on various platforms that I am against this approach of selecting a flagbearer when we haven’t fixed the party,” he said.

“We need to fix the party to make the party attractive again to be able to win a general election.”

The MP stressed that rebuilding trust with the electorate and reorganising internal structures should come before leadership contests.

He questioned the foundation upon which potential flagbearers were basing their aspirations.

“That is why I said we need a very organised and disciplined party to elect a president, not a flagbearer, because those declaring to be flagbearers and what have you—what are we standing on?” he asked.

Boamah attributed the party’s electoral defeat in 2024 to a growing disconnect between its leadership and the citizenry.

He urged his colleagues to reflect critically on this gap instead of pushing ahead with political campaigns.

“What some of my people forget is that what led to our abysmal performance was the lack of public trust in our party,” he noted.

He concluded with a pointed warning: “We need to build that public trust and confidence again, because it cannot be that you go into an election and produce this result and all you are interested in is electing a flagbearer. Nobody does that.”

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