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Kwaku Dawuro presents The Morning Political Show on the Wontumi morning show.

Seated with his guests, they discussed some of the most topical political subjects of the week.

Together with his guests, they provided in-depth analysis of political stories making headlines today.

With its blend of expert analysis and engaging discussions, the programme, hosted in the widely spoken local dialect, Twi, brings together well-experienced guests and professionals to share their perspectives on the nation’s most pertinent political and social matters.

Asiedu Nketiah spoke during the second phase of his thank-you tour in the Mpraeso constituency

Correspondence from Eastern Region

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has issued a stern warning to individuals who have allegedly misappropriated Ghanaian state funds and fled the country.

Speaking during the second phase of his thank-you tour in the Mpraeso constituency in the Eastern Region, Asiedu Nketiah declared that the bodies of such individuals, or their assets, will be used to account for the public money they are accused of absconding with.

“Your body will be judged, and war awaits you if you have spent Ghanaian money,” Asiedu Nketiah stated emphatically, addressing a gathering of party faithful and constituents. “If your dead body will pay, otherwise there won’t be a place for your burial in Ghana.”

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The NDC National Chairman’s strong pronouncement suggests a determined stance against corruption and financial impropriety, particularly targeting those who allegedly engaged in such acts and subsequently sought refuge outside Ghana.

While specific individuals or cases were not named during this address, the sentiment conveyed is clear: there will be no impunity for those who have allegedly defrauded the state.

Asiedu Nketiah’s remarks come at a time when public discourse in Ghana often centres on issues of economic governance, accountability, and the fight against corruption. His forceful language signals a possible shift in approach towards asset recovery and holding those found guilty of financial crimes accountable, even after they have left the country.

The NDC National Chairman’s thank-you tour, which has taken him across various constituencies, is aimed at appreciating the electorate for their support and engaging with party members at the grassroots level. His address in Mpraeso, however, took on a more confrontational tone, highlighting what he perceives as critical issues of national concern.

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The implications of Asiedu Nketiah’s warning are significant, raising questions about the legal and logistical mechanisms that would be employed to enforce such pronouncements. It underscores a growing sentiment in some political circles for more robust measures to ensure that public funds are protected and that those who misappropriate them face severe consequences, regardless of their geographical location.

The party’s position on this matter is expected to be a key talking point as the political landscape in Ghana continues to evolve.

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President John Dramani Mahama delivered a speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

In his speech, he raised several concerns about pertinent global issues, which he urged the Assembly to address.

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He touched on the ongoing conflict in Gaza which has claimed several lives, the devastating effects of transatlantic slave trade, among other matters.

In this article, GhanaWeb explore three key points President Mahama raised in his address.

Africa’s inclusion on UN security council

President Mahama made a passionate appeal to the United Nations body for a permanent representation of Africa on the UN’s Security Council.

According to him, the current UN structure does not reflect recent global trends.

He added that the UN’s founding charter needs a new identity, stating that the current one is outdated when it comes to representation.

“30 years later, we African leaders are still making the same simple request for a permanent seat on the Security Council with the power of a veto. So, today, Madam President, I stand here in this exact spot and ask the world, if not now, then when? We demand not only a reform of the Security Council, but also a reset of the global financial architecture, which is currently rigged against Africa,” he said.

“There must be a mechanism for the General Assembly to challenge a veto. No single nation should be able to exercise an absolute veto to serve its own interests in a conflict,” he added.

An end to the Gaza conflict

Mahama also condemned the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for an immediate end to the violence and what he described as the “collective punishment” of innocent Palestinian civilians.

He dismissed views that a two-state solution would benefit Hamas; instead, he emphasised that peace must prioritise the suffering of ordinary Palestinians.

“Since then, and I say contrary to the claims of some, a two-state solution would not be a reward for Hamas. It would rather be a retreat for the hundreds of thousands of innocent women, children, and people who are facing collective punishment and forced starvation for no reason other than the fact that they are Palestinians,” President Mahama said.

He also criticised world leaders for what he believes is their reluctance to speak plainly about the atrocities unfolding in Gaza, accusing them of using carefully selected language to avoid addressing the reality.

“For nearly two years, and for the fear of reprisals, we here in this General Assembly have been playing hide and seek with language to find the right words to help us avoid or excuse what we all know is taking place in Gaza.

“But here’s the thing; it doesn’t matter what you call it. If it looks like a duck, it swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, well, then it must be a duck. The crimes in Gaza must stop,” he stated.

“The crimes in Gaza must stop. But, Madam President, I also want to draw particular attention to the conflict in Sudan, which this body has described as the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. Twelve million people have had to flee their homes,” he added.

Transatlantic slave trade

Mahama described the transatlantic slave trade as “the greatest crime against humanity” and has called on the United Nations and its leaders to formally recognise it as such.

On the back of that, President Mahama announced Ghana’s plans to champion calls for a motion recognising the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity.

“Madame President, the slave trade must be recognised as the greatest crime against humanity. As the African champion on reparations, Ghana intends to introduce a motion in this august body to that effect,” he said.

According to him, the slave trade took away the freedom of millions of people who were forced to leave their countries and made to create wealth for others in the Western world.

President Mahama, on that note, called for reparations to be made to address the devastating effects of the slave trade on Africans and the continent, including the depletion of its natural resources.

“More than 12.5 million Africans were forcibly taken against their will and transported to create wealth for the powerful Western nations. We must demand reparations for the enslavement of our people and the colonization of our land that resulted in the theft of our natural resources as well as the looting of artifacts and other items of cultural heritage that have yet to be returned in total,” he continued.

Mahama further criticised the historical injustice of slave-owning families being compensated by their governments, while formerly enslaved people and their descendants received nothing.

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“We recognise the value of our land and the value of our lives, as did our colonizers as well as the governments that happily paid reparations to former slave owners as compensation for the loss of their property,” he stated.

Meanwhile, these statements on global issues have earned the President plaudits from several prominent figures in Ghana and beyond, commending him for standing up and speaking truth to power.

MAG/VPO

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President John Dramani Mahama has admitted that the Covid-19 pandemic, which struck the world five years ago, derailed Ghana’s poverty alleviation efforts.

The unprecedented pandemic devastated global economies, leading to widespread job losses and a sharp rise in the cost of living.

While the erstwhile Akufo-Addo government consistently attributed Ghana’s economic downturn between 2020 and 2022 to the pandemic, then-opposition leader Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) rejected that explanation.

However, speaking at the United Nations General Assembly during a side event dubbed Accra Reset, President Mahama acknowledged that the pandemic had indeed negatively impacted Ghana, particularly its fight against poverty.

“The Covid-19 pandemic erased two decades of poverty reduction in less than two years,” state broadcaster Ghana Television quoted the President as saying on its official Facebook page.

The admission has surprised many commentators, with some recalling how Mahama and the NDC had rejected similar claims by the previous government. Several reactions suggested that the President’s comments had vindicated the position of the Akufo-Addo administration.

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play videoKwaku Dawuro presents the morning political show on Movement TV

Kwaku Dawuro presents The Morning Political Show on the Wontumi morning show.

Seated with his guests, they discussed some of the most topical political subjects of the week.

Together with his guests, they provided in-depth analysis of political stories making headlines today.

With its blend of expert analysis and engaging discussions, the programme, hosted in the widely spoken local dialect, Twi, brings together well-experienced guests and professionals to share their perspectives on the nation’s most pertinent political and social matters.

Dr Clement Abas Apaak is the Deputy Minister of Education

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has initiated an investigation into a widely circulated social media post alleging that placement into Aburi Girls’ Senior High School (ABUGISS) costs GH¢15,000.

The post, according to the ministry, was shared by one Gertrude Adzo Borklo, who claimed that admission into the prestigious school could be bought.

The Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has reacted to the development, acknowledging the severity of such an allegation, adding that a probe has been initiated to ascertain the veracity of the allegation.

“This feeds into a conspiratorial narrative designed to create the false impression that the BECE Computerised School Placement System is for sale. The Ministry views this allegation with the utmost seriousness and has initiated an immediate investigation. We are committed to ensuring that the integrity of the school placement process remains intact.”

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The minister, however, added that efforts to contact the author of the post have so far been unsuccessful, as her account was deactivated shortly after publication.

He consequently sent a strong warning to individuals, hiding behind anonymous or ghost accounts, to spread falsehoods.

The Ministry has also indicated that it is working closely with the National Security Secretariat, the Cyber Security Authority, and other relevant agencies to identify and track down persons responsible for such claims.

“We wish to state categorically that the BECE Computerised School Placement System is entirely free of charge. At no point is payment required to access this service.

“We urge the public to assist by reporting any individuals, whether ministry officials or third parties, who solicit money in exchange for placement. Anyone found culpable will face swift and decisive action,” Dr Apaak reiterated.

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The Ministry has set up dedicated hotlines for the public to report such incidents.

* 📞 054 154 8223 (Calls)

* 💬 024 490 8957 (WhatsApp)

He called on the public to play their part in safeguarding the integrity and transparency of Ghana’s school placement system and weed out unscrupulous persons who seek to profit from this vital national exercise.

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By Iddi Yire 

Accra, Sept 26, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has used his speech at the 80^th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) Meeting to tout the outstanding achievements of some Ghanaians in the diaspora. 

“Let’s tell all the truth. When we speak of migrants, we speak of Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong, a Judge on the US District Court for the Central District of California. She is the first Black female Judge on any of California’s four Federal District Courts. She was born in America to immigrant parents from Ghana,” President Mahama said. 

“We speak of Peter Bossman, a medical doctor born in Ghana who moved to the town of Piran in Slovenia in the 1980s. He later became the first Black mayor of Piran, the first Black mayor in Slovenia, and in the whole of Eastern Europe.” 

President Mahama mentioned T-Michael, the iconic Ghanaian-Norwegian artist and designer, and the late Kofi Annan, former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, who was born in Ghana but spent his adulthood in various places in America and Europe.  

“These are people who have brought great distinction to the countries that they call home. Just as the migrants and the children of migrants before them did. These are not invaders or criminals,” he said. 

President Mahama drew particular attention to the conflict in Sudan, which the world body had described as the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.  

“Twelve million people have had to flee their homes. When we speak of migration, we refer to the 12 million new refugees, whom we, as a global community, should be willing to assist in much the same way that many member nations readily assisted new refugees from Ukraine,” he said. 

“Let’s dispense with euphemisms and dog-whistles and speak frankly. It’s not a mystery that when leaders of Western nations complain of their migration problems, they are o en referring to immigrants from the Global South. Many of those migrants are climate refugees.” 

President Mahama said interestingly, the Global North emits 75 per cent more greenhouse gases than the Global South.  

He said however, the effects of climate change were more severe in the Global South because they lacked the resources to address them effectively.  

“So, when the desert encroaches and our villages and towns become unlivable, we are forced to flee,” he said. 

He said Warsan Shire, a Somali-British poet born in Kenya to Somalian refugee parents, was London’s first Youth Poet Laureate; stating that she writes in her poem titled “Home”.  

“You have to understand that no one puts their children in a boat unless the water is safer than the land; No one burns their palms under trains beneath carriages; No one spends days and nights in the stomach of a truck feeding on newspaper unless the miles travelled means something more than journey.”  

The President said: “We cannot normalise cruelty. We cannot normalise hatred. We cannot normalize xenophobia and racism. If we are going to tell a story, let’s not tell it slant.” 

He attributed the migration of Africans to other parts of the world to reasons such as the impact of climate change and conflicts. 

GNA 

Edited by George-Ramsey Benamba  

Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, national chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC )is widely regarded as a skilled political strategist in Ghana.

As the General Secretary of the NDC, he orchestrated the party’s return to power through the 2008 general election after a period of eight years in opposition and has recently played a crucial role in its resurgence in 2024, also after eight years in opposition.

His impressive track record has prompted significant attention to his current initiative, a “Thank You Tour,” which is stirring debate within the Ghanaian political circles.

The tour commenced in the Eastern Region between 17 and 19 September 2025, spanning 16 constituencies.

Officially, it is presented as an exercise in appreciation.

Mr Asiedu Nketiah has explained that, having led the party’s parliamentary mobilisation during the 2024 campaign, it is only fitting that he returned to these constituencies to thank local executives and grassroots activists whose efforts secured the party’s victories.

His public remarks have emphasised gratitude and recognition rather than personal ambition.

Nonetheless, sections of the media have characterised the initiative as a veiled launch of Mr Asiedu Nketiah’s “2028 presidential campaign”.

Described as the opening phase of a broader national programme intended to cover all 16 regions, the tour’s nationwide scope significantly alters public perceptions and intensifies the controversy surrounding it.

Acts of gratitude/criticisms

Supporters within the NDC have defended the tour.

Wonder Victor Kutor, a member of the NDC’s National Executive Committee (NEC), asserts that the tours are simply acts of gratitude, dismissing allegations of misuse of state resources.

He contends that Mr Asiedu Nketiah can fund the journeys privately and that he is honouring a prior commitment to return to the constituencies post-campaign.

Proponents argue the tours have a practical purpose: they boost morale, strengthen local connections, and reaffirm that activists’ hard work is appreciated.

Conversely, some critics view the initiative with suspicion.

Former Kumbungu MP Ras Mubarak labelled it “unnecessary,” cautioning that it risks undermining President John Mahama’s authority just when unity is paramount for delivering on his new mandate.

Mubarak points out that thank you tours are traditionally the realm of presidential or parliamentary candidates, not the independent purview of a national chairman.

He fears that such actions could blur the lines between party organisation and personal ambition.

Additionally, some youth activists have raised concerns that the tour, while ostensibly about gratitude, may actually serve as a stealthy effort to enhance visibility ahead of a potential presidential bid in 2028.

This critique is further complicated by the context of precedent.

Earlier in the year, President Mahama undertook his own formal thank-you tour after his election victory, which was clearly framed as the expression of gratitude from the leader of the party and the nation, aimed at solidifying his authority.

In contrast, Mr Asiedu Nketiah’s parallel tour appears unconventional and somewhat self-serving.

Had the initiative been framed as part of an official NEC-led project, with prominent participation from the general secretary, president, vice-president, and other senior figures, it could have been perceived as an organisational consolidation effort. Instead, the current chairman-led approach, with minimal involvement from top leaders, gives the impression of a personal agenda.

Visibility

The prospect of continuing the tour into the remaining 15 regions only amplifies these concerns.

In Ghana’s delegate-based political system, nationwide visibility is a valuable asset; face-to-face engagement with constituency executives and grassroots members translates directly into political capital when internal contests arise.

Observers naturally question whether Mr Asiedu Nketiah’s trips are solely about expressing gratitude or if they are also laying groundwork for future political ambitions.

This ambiguity renders the tour particularly sensitive.

Nonetheless, it would be imprudent to overlook the positive aspects of the initiative.

Recognising the contributions of activists can genuinely reinforce morale, strengthen party bonds, and ensure that grassroots supporters are aware their dedication has not gone unnoticed.

Political organisation relies not only on policy, but also on relationships and recognition.

The challenge lies in presenting the act of gratitude appropriately, managing it wisely, and coordinating it sufficiently.

The question is, “If this is a party initiative, why are the other national officers missing?”

Clarity

So, what steps should be taken moving forward? Clarity is essential.

If the tour is indeed meant to be a party initiative, the NEC should formally frame it as such, ensuring visible participation from other senior leaders. Furthermore, transparency regarding funding sources is crucial to dispel doubts about potential state sponsorship.

In conclusion, the ongoing “Thank You Tour” led by Asiedu Nketiah encapsulates the complexities of modern Ghanaian politics.

While the initiative may initially appear as a simple gesture of appreciation, its implications stretch far beyond that.

Balancing gratitude with the political landscape requires careful navigation to maintain party unity and public trust.

As this tour unfolds, it will be vital for all involved to ensure that democracy continues to thrive, grounded in sincere recognition and collective effort.

The writer is a Political Scientist

By Iddi Yire 

Accra, Sept 26, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has used his speech at the 80^th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) Meeting to tout the outstanding achievements of some Ghanaians in the diaspora. 

“Let’s tell all the truth. When we speak of migrants, we speak of Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong, a Judge on the US District Court for the Central District of California. She is the first Black female Judge on any of California’s four Federal District Courts. She was born in America to immigrant parents from Ghana,” President Mahama said. 

“We speak of Peter Bossman, a medical doctor born in Ghana who moved to the town of Piran in Slovenia in the 1980s. He later became the first Black mayor of Piran, the first Black mayor in Slovenia, and in the whole of Eastern Europe.” 

President Mahama mentioned T-Michael, the iconic Ghanaian-Norwegian artist and designer, and the late Kofi Annan, former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, who was born in Ghana but spent his adulthood in various places in America and Europe.  

“These are people who have brought great distinction to the countries that they call home. Just as the migrants and the children of migrants before them did. These are not invaders or criminals,” he said. 

President Mahama drew particular attention to the conflict in Sudan, which the world body had described as the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.  

“Twelve million people have had to flee their homes. When we speak of migration, we refer to the 12 million new refugees, whom we, as a global community, should be willing to assist in much the same way that many member nations readily assisted new refugees from Ukraine,” he said. 

“Let’s dispense with euphemisms and dog-whistles and speak frankly. It’s not a mystery that when leaders of Western nations complain of their migration problems, they are o en referring to immigrants from the Global South. Many of those migrants are climate refugees.” 

President Mahama said interestingly, the Global North emits 75 per cent more greenhouse gases than the Global South.  

He said however, the effects of climate change were more severe in the Global South because they lacked the resources to address them effectively.  

“So, when the desert encroaches and our villages and towns become unlivable, we are forced to flee,” he said. 

He said Warsan Shire, a Somali-British poet born in Kenya to Somalian refugee parents, was London’s first Youth Poet Laureate; stating that she writes in her poem titled “Home”.  

“You have to understand that no one puts their children in a boat unless the water is safer than the land; No one burns their palms under trains beneath carriages; No one spends days and nights in the stomach of a truck feeding on newspaper unless the miles travelled means something more than journey.”  

The President said: “We cannot normalise cruelty. We cannot normalise hatred. We cannot normalize xenophobia and racism. If we are going to tell a story, let’s not tell it slant.” 

He attributed the migration of Africans to other parts of the world to reasons such as the impact of climate change and conflicts. 

GNA 

Edited by George-Ramsey Benamba  

According to a report by GhanaWeb, Charles Bissue, Director of Operations for Kennedy Agyapong’s presidential campaign, has welcomed the decision to move corruption allegations against him to the court.

He described the development as the right step, noting that it follows what he believes were unfair criticisms and accusations.

According to him, the case reaching the courts brings a sense of relief, particularly after he came under pressure from individuals within his own party.

Bissue maintained confidence in his innocence, stressing that he has not committed any offense.

In April, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) brought criminal charges against him. Bissue, who once served as a presidential staffer and Secretary to the defunct Inter-Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining (IMCIM), is facing several counts linked to corruption and misuse of office for personal benefit.

The OSP alleges that he accepted GH¢35,000 from Benjamin Adjapong to hasten the renewal of an expired mining license for ORR Resources Limited, allegedly bypassing due process at the IMCIM.

Addressing public concerns regarding his status, Bissue stated that he has no issue with people demanding his arrest.

He noted that while some officials have questioned why he remains free, such views are often based on assumptions rather than facts.

Bissue said, “I have no problem with the calls for my arrest. Mustapha Gbande, a presidential staffer, has expressed worry over why I am walking around and not arrested. That is an opinion he has expressed.”

He emphasized that the appropriate state institutions are responsible for handling such matters.

Bissue further explained that he has been under scrutiny for almost eight years by various bodies, including the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), the Bureau of National Investigations (BNI), and the OSP.

He recalled that the police had previously cleared him of any misconduct.

He also pointed out that he has always made himself available for investigations.

According to him, he is even more satisfied that the current trial is taking place under the opposition administration, as this would counter claims of political interference.

He expressed hope that once the case is concluded in his favor, the outcome will be accepted by all.

By Iddi Yire 

Accra, Sept 26, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has used his speech at the 80^th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) Meeting to tout the outstanding achievements of some Ghanaians in the diaspora. 

“Let’s tell all the truth. When we speak of migrants, we speak of Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong, a Judge on the US District Court for the Central District of California. She is the first Black female Judge on any of California’s four Federal District Courts. She was born in America to immigrant parents from Ghana,” President Mahama said. 

“We speak of Peter Bossman, a medical doctor born in Ghana who moved to the town of Piran in Slovenia in the 1980s. He later became the first Black mayor of Piran, the first Black mayor in Slovenia, and in the whole of Eastern Europe.” 

President Mahama mentioned T-Michael, the iconic Ghanaian-Norwegian artist and designer, and the late Kofi Annan, former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, who was born in Ghana but spent his adulthood in various places in America and Europe.  

“These are people who have brought great distinction to the countries that they call home. Just as the migrants and the children of migrants before them did. These are not invaders or criminals,” he said. 

President Mahama drew particular attention to the conflict in Sudan, which the world body had described as the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.  

“Twelve million people have had to flee their homes. When we speak of migration, we refer to the 12 million new refugees, whom we, as a global community, should be willing to assist in much the same way that many member nations readily assisted new refugees from Ukraine,” he said. 

“Let’s dispense with euphemisms and dog-whistles and speak frankly. It’s not a mystery that when leaders of Western nations complain of their migration problems, they are o en referring to immigrants from the Global South. Many of those migrants are climate refugees.” 

President Mahama said interestingly, the Global North emits 75 per cent more greenhouse gases than the Global South.  

He said however, the effects of climate change were more severe in the Global South because they lacked the resources to address them effectively.  

“So, when the desert encroaches and our villages and towns become unlivable, we are forced to flee,” he said. 

He said Warsan Shire, a Somali-British poet born in Kenya to Somalian refugee parents, was London’s first Youth Poet Laureate; stating that she writes in her poem titled “Home”.  

“You have to understand that no one puts their children in a boat unless the water is safer than the land; No one burns their palms under trains beneath carriages; No one spends days and nights in the stomach of a truck feeding on newspaper unless the miles travelled means something more than journey.”  

The President said: “We cannot normalise cruelty. We cannot normalise hatred. We cannot normalize xenophobia and racism. If we are going to tell a story, let’s not tell it slant.” 

He attributed the migration of Africans to other parts of the world to reasons such as the impact of climate change and conflicts. 

GNA 

Edited by George-Ramsey Benamba