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Saudi Arabia Ambassador calls on Speaker of Parliament
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ambassador to Ghana, Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Dhakel, on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Parliament, Kingsford Sumani Alban Bagbin.
The purpose of the visit was to congratulate the Speaker for his re-election as the Speaker of the 9th Parliament and to explore possible ways of strengthening diplomatic relations between Ghana and Saudi Arabia.
US donates $6million armoured vehicles to boost Ghana’s defence capabilities
The United States Government has donated 14 mine-resistant, ambush-protected armoured personnel carriers (APCs) worth over $6 million to the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), in a move expected to significantly enhance the country’s counter-terrorism and border security operations.
The official handover ceremony took place on Wednesday at Burma Camp in Accra, marking what both nations described as a deepening of bilateral defence cooperation and long-standing security ties.
The Puma M36 vehicles are designed to offer enhanced troop protection and mobility in high-risk environments, boosting Ghana’s operational readiness in responding to emerging security threats and safeguarding its territorial integrity.
More than 40 Ghanaian soldiers have received specialised training over the past four weeks on the operation and maintenance of the vehicles.
Speaking at the event, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Madam Virginia Palmer, described the donation as a symbol of enduring partnership rooted in shared values, mutual respect, and collective commitment to peace and stability.
“These APCs support the GAF’s mission of ensuring peace and border integrity, which makes both Ghana and the United States safer,” Ambassador Palmer stated. “They are part of a broader commitment that includes continued training and joint operations.”
She praised Ghana’s leadership in regional security, particularly along its northern frontiers, and highlighted its contributions to multinational peacekeeping efforts, including operations such as Flintlock and African Lion.
Ghana’s Minister of Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, expressed deep gratitude to the U.S. government, calling the donation “generous and strategic.”
“This occasion is not just a symbol of the enduring partnership between our two countries. It is a tangible expression of our shared commitment to peace, stability, and security within Ghana and across the West African sub-region,” Dr Boamah said.
He commended the professionalism of the Ghana Armed Forces and encouraged personnel to uphold a renewed sense of duty and responsibility in executing their mission.
The ceremony was attended by senior military officers, representatives from the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), and members of the diplomatic community. The event coincided with Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), marking the end of World War II in Europe, further emphasising the global significance of security cooperation.
The donation adds to a growing list of U.S. military support to Ghana in recent years, which includes the provision of patrol boats, mobile field hospitals, and critical infrastructure to reinforce the country’s defence systems.
CDD-KAS Roundtable warns against politicisation of security appointments in Ghana
Participants at the event in a group photograph
A high-level policy roundtable organised by the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) in partnership with the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has raised grave concerns over the politicisation of security appointments and dismissals, describing the practice as a threat to democratic stability and national security.
Held at the Royal Fiesta Hotel in Accra on May 5, 2025, the event brought together security experts, political analysts, academics, and civil society stakeholders to deliberate on the theme: “Balance of Power: Reforming Security Sector Appointments and Operations for Accountability and Democratic Governance in Ghana.”
In her keynote address, KAS Country Director Anna-Lena Sabroso Wasserfall emphasised the organisation’s commitment to supporting democratic governance through institutional reforms.
“Security institutions, when depoliticised and professionally autonomous, become more effective protectors of national stability—not instruments of partisan interest,” she stated.
She called for reforms to ensure that the appointment of top security officials is shielded from political manipulation, especially during election cycles.
Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, cited landmark constitutional cases—including Azu Crabbe v. Republic and Theophilus Donkor v. Republic—to highlight the legal misconceptions surrounding the dismissal of high-ranking public servants.
He argued that changes in government do not constitute a legal basis for arbitrary removals under Articles 191, 202, and 296 of the 1992 Constitution.
“There is no express constitutional provision that empowers the President to remove the IGP or CDS solely on grounds of a change in government,” Bentil asserted, calling for clearer constitutional interpretations and reforms.
Dean of UPSA Law School, Professor Kofi Abotsi, critiqued the “winner-takes-all” culture embedded in Ghana’s political transition system.
He said the 2012 Presidential Transition Act inadvertently entrenched partisan control over state institutions.
“Public service should be focused on the state, not the government,” he emphasised, condemning what he termed the “securitisation of politics,” a process where national security tools are used for partisan ends.
Prof Abotsi described Ghana’s current constitutional arrangement as “a good constitution in bad hands,” criticising political actors for only calling for reforms when in opposition.
“The framers of the Constitution intended better than what we are doing with it,” he added, recommending constitutional review as a path toward institutional integrity.
Retired military officer and security expert, Colonel Festus Aboagye, revealed troubling developments in national surveillance.
He cited an instance where a costly Israeli security apparatus was acquired by the National Bureau, allegedly enabling unauthorised surveillance of citizens under the guise of national security.
He warned that such practices erode public trust and violate civil liberties.
In a comparative analysis, Major General EK Akotia examined security sector appointment procedures in countries like the UK, US, Kenya, and South Africa. He recommended that Ghana adopt a system in which appointments of Chiefs of Defence Staff (CDS) and the Inspector General of Police (IGP) are initiated by technically constituted Armed Forces or Police Councils.
These nominations, he suggested, should then undergo parliamentary vetting and final appointment by the President.
Major General Akotia also criticised Parliament and the Judiciary for their weak oversight roles in the security sector, noting, “Kenya’s model allows for institutional checks and balances that Ghana must consider emulating.”
The event concluded with a roundtable discussion, during which participants unanimously agreed that constitutional loopholes continue to create a widening gap between government, security services, and the state.
There were strong calls for a comprehensive constitutional review to restore trust, enhance accountability, and ensure the professional independence of Ghana’s security institutions.
Ghanaian delegation seeks trade, investment and development opportunities during US visit
The mission aimed at deepening trade, investment, and development cooperation
Eklips Investment Ghana Ltd, in partnership with the Office of the Gbese Mantse, has successfully concluded a high-level business delegation mission to the United States.
The mission aimed to deepen trade, investment, and development cooperation between Ghana and key American institutions. With support from the US Embassy in Ghana, the mission highlighted Ghana’s readiness to partner with US businesses in agriculture, education, energy, mining, and technology.
The delegation’s journey began in Iowa with a visit to the headquarters of Self-Help International, a US charity working with women in agriculture in Ghana’s Upper West Region. This engagement reaffirmed the strength of grassroots US-Ghana development partnerships, focusing on food security and women’s empowerment.
The team was later hosted by Floyd Hammer and Kathy Hamilton, founders of The Outreach Programme, who were instrumental in facilitating the delegation’s visit to the United States and coordinating key meetings.
During the visit, the delegation also participated in a presentation on the “Water-Point” system—an innovative water purification solution capable of providing safe and clean drinking water to underserved communities. Eklips Investment Ghana Ltd is recommending this system to the Ghana Health Service, the Ministry of Health, and the Ministry of Education to improve access to clean water in schools and reduce absenteeism. The system is also being considered for rural hospitals, clinics, and Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to address local water challenges.
Additionally, Eklips aims to deploy the Water-Point system in mining-affected communities where water sources have been polluted, helping restore access to potable water.
Productive discussions took place with the leadership of the World Food Prize Foundation, opening opportunities for Ghana to play a more prominent role in the Foundation’s annual global summit of agricultural thought leaders.
At Pioneer Seed, the delegation toured advanced laboratories and genetic plant facilities, assessing technologies that could strengthen Ghana’s agricultural resilience and food systems.
A key industrial stop was at Enagon Equipment Manufacturers, where Ghanaian delegates tested turnkey cassava, fruit, and vegetable processing systems. In addition to agro-processing, the Enagon team showcased modular gold processing equipment, aligning with Ghana’s goals of value addition and responsible mineral beneficiation. These innovations reflect Ghana’s broader strategy for agro-industrialization, mineral value retention, export diversification, and rural economic transformation.
In Lynchburg, Virginia, the delegation visited Liberty University to engage in a multi-sector dialogue on agri-processing, energy, education (under Eklips Global Education), mining, and water solutions. The discussions also focused on the upcoming Liberty University CEOs Summit, scheduled for October 15–17, 2025.
Although Dr. Dave Brat, Senior Vice President for Business Engagement and former US Congressman, was unable to attend in person, he was represented by James Molesey, Director of International Partnerships. The delegation also met with Dr. Emmanuel Clottey, a Ghanaian American professor of Public Health and strong advocate for African-led development, as well as Fulbright Director Edna Udobong and Prof. Medina of the Liberty University School of Engineering.
These interactions opened doors for strategic institutional collaborations in public health, innovation, engineering, and capacity building.
Abdul-Razak Yakubu, CEO of Eklips Investment Ghana Ltd, used the mission to reframe Africa’s global image. “Africa is not a charity project — it is a strategic trade and investment partner,” he stated. “The rise of Africa is just a mile away. Ghana, and Africa at large, are ready for innovation, technology partnerships, and human capital development.” He further urged the African diaspora to channel their resources and expertise back home to help build the Africa they envision.
Under his leadership, Eklips Investment Ghana Ltd is positioning itself as Africa’s Strategic Gateway for Trade, Investment, and Resource Mobilization—connecting global investors with scalable local solutions.
As part of the Liberty University CEOs Summit, Eklips will facilitate the participation of leading Ghanaian figures, including Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Education; Eric Opoku, Minister for Agriculture; Issifu Seidu, Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability; Sammy Gyamfi, Acting Chief Executive of the Ghana Gold Board; and Hon. Sylvester Adinam Mensah, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana EXIM Bank.
The delegation has requested a debrief meeting with Her Excellency Virginia E. Palmer, US Ambassador to Ghana, and the Embassy’s Commercial Officer, to share outcomes and explore ways to bring key US businesses to Ghana for business-to-business (B2B) engagement and sectoral collaboration.
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Berekum Chelsea’s Emmanuel Sarpong declares Kotoko game as ’must win’
Emmanuel Sarpong of Berekum Chelsea has declared his team fully motivated ahead of their crucial FA Cup semifinal clash against Asante Kotoko.
He emphasized the club’s determination to secure a spot in the final and a ticket to continental football.
Speaking with Ghana Sports Page, Sarpong revealed that club leadership has pledged full support should the team qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup, adding an extra layer of 1motivation to an already high-stakes fixture.
“Our leaders are ready to sponsor us for Africa, so motivation-wise we are ready,” Sarpong said confidently.
“Sunday’s game is a must-win.”
With a spot in the final — and a potential return to continental football — on the line, Chelsea are expected to come out with full intensity against a Kotoko side equally hungry for silverware.
The game is slated for May 11, 2025 at the TNA Stadium.
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Energy minister tasks new committee with driving private sector role in power distribution
Ministers at the ceremony
The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has charged a newly inaugurated steering committee to lead the government’s latest push to bring private sector efficiency into electricity distribution through a regional leasing model.
At a ceremony in Accra, Mr. Jinapor, in a statement delivered on his behalf by his deputy, Richard Gyan Mensah, urged the eight-member Private Sector Participation (PSP) Steering Committee to fast-track the implementation of the reintroduced Multiple Lease Model (MLM) – a strategy that segments electricity distribution into regional zones managed by private concessionaires.
“The committee must ensure the procurement of technical, financial and legal transaction advisors is completed by May 31, 2025, to pave the way for implementation,” Jinapor said, setting a September 2025 target for launching the first phase of competitive bidding for private operators.Financial literacy courses
The MLM, a key pillar in the government’s energy sector recovery plan, seeks to attract credible investors, reduce losses, enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experience across Ghana’s struggling power distribution network.
The committee will be chaired by Jinapor himself, with Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as co-chair.
Other members include the Trade and Agribusiness Minister, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare; Attorney-General, Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine; Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu; as well as the Acting Managing Directors of ECG and NEDCo, Julius Kpekpena and John Okine Yamoah, respectively; while Baba Akon will serve as Secretary.
Beyond oversight, the steering committee is tasked with coordinating data collection and auditing, ensuring regulatory compliance, reviewing transaction documents and spearheading stakeholder engagement.Financial literacy courses
A dedicated PSP Implementation Unit within the ministry will provide technical and administrative support.
To support its mission, the committee has also established three sub-committees—Technical, Governance and Regulatory, and Stakeholder Management.
Chair of the Technical Sub-Committee, Mr. Jabesh Amissah-Arthur, acknowledged the scale of the challenge ahead but expressed optimism.
“The road will be challenging and difficult,” he said, “but I have confidence in the members that we will live up to expectations by guiding the restructuring of the power distribution sector to ensure customer service satisfaction.”
The move comes amid persistent public frustration over power cuts, ageing infrastructure and inefficiencies that have long plagued Ghana’s electricity distribution system.
I Don’t Depend on Media Alone—Captain Smart Reveals He Owns 14 Branches of His Business Empire
I Don’t Depend on Media Alone—Captain Smart Reveals He Owns 14 Branches of His Business Empire
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Renowned media personality Captain Smart has shocked many with a bold revelation about his private business ventures as he officially parts ways with Onua TV. During his final appearance on Onua Maakye, the outspoken broadcaster revealed he owns a successful company with over 14 branches spread across Ghana.
“People think media is all I do, but I have a thriving business operating in 14 regions,” he announced, leaving many viewers surprised. Although he didn’t disclose the specific nature of the company, insider reports suggest it operates within the retail and distribution sector.
Captain Smart, whose real name is Blessed Godsbrain Smart, has been a dominant voice in Ghanaian broadcasting, known for his fearless commentary. His exit from Onua TV had been anticipated following growing speculation. The station later confirmed his departure, expressing gratitude for his impact and contributions.The unexpected disclosure revealed a different side of Captain Smart—one not just rooted in media, but in business leadership. “This is why I speak without fear,” he said. “I don’t depend on anyone for survival.”
While he hasn’t shared his next move in media, many believe he may be planning to grow his business empire further or even launch his own platform. Whatever lies ahead, it’s clear Captain Smart is more than just a media figure—he is a savvy businessman shaping his own legacy.
Source: Ghanaweb
Nyaho-Tamakloe questions mystery behind JJ Rawlings’s death
….Cites two strange Captains and five missing Nurses, urges inquiry
Renowned statesman, veteran football administrator, and former diplomat, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has called for an impartial and thorough inquiry into the death of Ghana’s former President, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings, citing “unexplained circumstances” and growing public suspicion surrounding the events leading to his passing.
My Experience with Intercity STC
Last weekend, I set out on what I thought would be a simple, straightforward trip to Cape Coast. But instead, I found myself caught in a whirlwind of delays, confusion, and mismanagement at the hands of Intercity STC, a state-owned company once held in high regard, but now symptomatic of the deeper dysfunction facing many public enterprises in Ghana.
It all began at a crowded private terminal in Accra, where the unusually large number of travelers made it nearly impossible to secure a seat to the Central Region. A friend suggested I try STC instead, and to my surprise, he mentioned they now had an online booking platform. Skeptical, but intrigued, I checked the portal and to my amazement, it worked.
The website showed me the exact number of seats left on the Cape Coast-bound bus, allowed me to make payment, and even provided the vehicle registration number and a clear departure time: 12:00 PM, with check-in at 11:00 AM. Impressed by this rare example of digital efficiency from a public institution, I rushed to the STC terminal, excited that my transportation woes had been resolved.
But that excitement didn’t last.
Thirty minutes passed. Then an hour. Then two. Passengers waited with no official word on why the bus hadn’t arrived. Eventually, an announcer offered a half-hearted apology and promised a bus was on the way.
Finally, around 2:00 PM, two hours late, a bus pulled into the terminal. Everyone sighed in relief and began boarding. But chaos soon returned.
Luggage took another 30 minutes to be sorted. Bags were stacked and squeezed in every available space clearly more had been accepted than the bus could handle. Just when we thought the ordeal was behind us, another announcement stunned us all: we had to disembark and board a different bus. The original vehicle, we were told, had finally returned from the washing bay. Yes!! The bus meant to depart at noon had been at the washing bay.
We finally left the station just after 3:00 PM. But the problems didn’t end there. Midway through the journey, it became clear the bus had been overbooked. With only 44 seats available, several passengers were left to sit on the floor for the rest of the ride. A trip that began with such promise, thanks to a surprisingly smooth online booking system ended as a case study in poor management, disrespect for time, and a lack of basic accountability.
Unfortunately, this experience with STC is not an isolated one. It reflects a broader reality: too many state-owned enterprises in Ghana have become shadows of their former selves, struggling with inefficiency, bureaucratic inertia, and an alarming disregard for customer service.
Compare this with private transport operators like VIP and VVIP, which, despite their imperfections, have built reputations for relative punctuality, reliability, and professional conduct. Their survival depends on it, unlike state enterprises, they can’t rely on government bailouts when passengers lose faith.
The truth is simple: when there are no consequences for poor performance, mediocrity thrives.
If public institutions like STC are to remain relevant in a competitive transport industry, they must urgently adopt the ethos that drives successful private businesses — responsiveness, reliability, and respect for the customer.
Digitization is a good start, but it means nothing without the human systems and operational discipline to back it up.
As taxpayers and citizens, we deserve better not just a bus that shows up on time, but institutions that respect our time, our money, and our trust.
By: Fred Tettey Djabanor – Head of the Current Affairs Production at Citi FM and Channel One TV
Commercial driver exposes drug trafficking by Volta Police
….Files petition over his seized van
A commercial driver, has filed a formal complaint with the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB), alleging misconduct by officers from three police districts in the Volta Region and demanding the release of his impounded vehicle.
Klutsey Emmanuel Edem, a van driver, claims he was unwittingly drawn into a drug trafficking operation, allegedly orchestrated by police officers from Abor, Keta, and Denu.
FABAG promises lower food costs; urges national price reduction campaign
The Food and Beverage Association of Ghana (FABAG) has announced that prices of key commodities within the sector are beginning to fall, with further reductions expected in the coming weeks.
Speaking at a stakeholder engagement with the Minister for Finance, the Executive Secretary of FABAG, John Awuni, confirmed that prices of essential products such as sugar and rice have started to drop.
“We have reduced sugar prices by about 7% as of today, and rice prices have corrected by about 10%. As importers, we are aggressively pushing prices down, but unfortunately, others in the value chain are not responding,” Mr. Awuni stated.
He emphasized the need for collective action to ensure these reductions translate into meaningful relief for the public.
“We believe this must be a national effort. We are calling for a national campaign for price reductions. If others also respond, it will reflect in the lives of ordinary Ghanaians,” he urged.
The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, commended FABAG for its leadership and appealed to other trade associations, including the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA), to follow FABAG’s example by adjusting their prices downward.
“We are seeing improvements in the cedi and inflation is slowing. It’s time for businesses to reflect this in their pricing. I appeal to GUTA and others to support this effort so Ghanaians can truly feel the recovery,” the Minister remarked.
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Source: Finance Ministry
Why prices are still high despite cedi gains and fuel drops
Despite the recent flurry of optimism in financial circles fueled by a strengthening Ghana Cedi and a steady drop in fuel prices, many Ghanaians are still left wondering: “If the economy is improving, why hasn’t my waakye gotten any cheaper?”
It’s a valid question, and the answer lies in the widening gap between macroeconomic indicators and the realities of everyday life.
Delta Airlines to begin direct Accra–Atlanta flights in December
Delta Air Lines is set to introduce a new seasonal daily nonstop service between Accra and Atlanta, United States, from December 1, 2025.
The announcement was contained in a press release issued by Kingdom Concepts Consult on behalf of the airline, and copied to the Ghana News Agency in Accra.
According to the statement, the new route is expected to improve travel options for Ghanaians heading to the United States by reducing layovers and enhancing convenience.
It said the Atlanta – Accra service would be operated with the Airbus A330-900neo, a modern aircraft offering Delta One Suites, Premium Select, Comfort+, and Main Cabin seating.
The new route would serve as Delta’s second direct connection between Ghana and the U.S., signalling the airline’s continued investment in the Ghanaian aviation market, it said.
It explained that Atlanta, as Delta’s largest hub and the world’s busiest airport by passenger numbers, offeredtravellers seamless onward connections to more than 215 destinations in the U.S. and beyond, including cities such as Miami, Dallas, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and Honolulu.
The release noted that the route would be particularly beneficial to Ghanaians traveling for business, family visits, or seasonal festivities such as “Detty December.”
Delta was also reported as saying that passengers on the route would benefit from complimentary high-speed Delta Sync Wi-Fi throughout the flight.
The service, available to SkyMiles Members, would allow passengers to stream content, access real-time travel updates, and shop online while airborne.
The release this development formed part of Delta’s broader effort to equip its fleet with next-generation connectivity, including the installation of dual-network systems on regional and newly delivered aircraft.
With the rising demand for travel between Ghana and the United States, Delta remained committed to providing efficient, comfortable, and digitally connected travel experiences, it assured.
Delta has been operating in Ghana for more than a decade.
It deems the new route an important step in deepening the ties between the two countries through air travel.
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School Feeding Caterers to drag Otumfuo, National Chief Imam into contract termination controversy
Margaret Larbi, Deputy Public Relations Officer of the National School Feeding Caterers Association
Caterers under the Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP) have expressed their intent to petition the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, following the abrupt termination of their contracts by the Mahama administration.
The termination of contracts, which took effect on May 2, 2025, has left many caterers in a state of uncertainty as no official explanation has been provided regarding when new contracts will be awarded.
While the caterers have been assured of payment for outstanding arrears, no specific timeline for these payments has been communicated.
Speaking in an interview on Citi News on May 8, 2025, Margaret Larbi, the Deputy Public Relations Officer of the National School Feeding Caterers Association, revealed that the group is now reaching out to traditional and religious leaders for mediation. The caterers hope to have their concerns addressed through these influential figures.
“Our President has instructed us to send petitions, and we are making efforts to contact Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to intervene on our behalf,” citinewsroom.com quoted him to have said.
The caterers are also planning to engage other prominent figures, including the National Chief Imam, Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, to assist in their cause.
“We are working to meet with him, and we have several petitions ready to be sent to other influential leaders to support our case,” she added.
On May 2, 2025, the GSFP issued an official statement confirming the immediate termination of all contracts for caterers nationwide.
The statement made it clear that no caterer would be required to provide meals for the third term of the 2024/2025 academic year.
The GSFP reassured affected caterers that their outstanding payments for the previous term would be settled in due course.
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GRA intensifies efforts to improve tax collection, compliance
Commissioner-General, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is ramping up its efforts to enhance tax collection and ensure greater compliance, aligning with government’s broader agenda to reset the nation’s economy.
In line with this, acting Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has outlined a comprehensive strategy focusing on broadening the tax net, achieving an ambitious revenue target of GH¢200 billion in 2025 and implementing business-friendly reforms to foster voluntary compliance.
Speaking during an X Space discussion co-hosted by the High Street Journal, IMANI Ghana and NorvanReports on the theme ‘Resetting Ghana’s revenue mobilisation’, on Tuesday, May 7, 2025, Mr. Sarpong stressed a need for the revenue collector to put in measures that effectively mobilise needed revenue for government.
“Taxpayers are our customers and we must build public trust and confidence in the tax system. When that happens, we can mobilise the needed revenue to support the nation’s reset agenda,” Mr. Sarpong stated.
Broadening the tax net
A cornerstone of GRA’s renewed strategy is expanding the tax base to include sectors and individuals previously outside the formal tax system. This initiative involves leveraging technology and data integration to identify and bring more taxpayers into the fold.
“Through data analytics and integration with other institutions, we can now identify registered businesses and individuals and match their activities with tax obligations,” he stated. “The same goes for the informal sector, which we are targetting through mobile money transactions and other data points.”
The role of institutional collaboration
Collaborations with key institutions such as the Registrar of Companies and Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) were identified by the Commissioner-General as central to this effort. By integrating systems via Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), GRA aims to access relevant data points to identify non-compliant businesses and individuals.
“We have commenced discussions with the Registrar of Companies to ensure that every business and individual registered with them is connected to our database,” Mr. Sarpong noted.
“People will file their social security because it is tied to their retirement, but will not pay their taxes. So it is essential that we connect with an institution like SSNIT to identify these businesses and ensure compliance.”
GH¢200bn revenue target in 2025
The GRA has set an ambitious target to raise at least GH¢200billion in tax revenue by the end of 2025, a significant increase from the GH¢153billion collected in 2024. This target is part of a medium-term strategy to boost domestic revenue mobilisation and increase the country’s tax-to-GDP ratio.
“This year, we’re targetting GH¢200billion in tax revenue, up from GH¢153billion in 2024,” Mr. Sarpong stated. “But in the medium-term, by 2028 we aim to reach a minimum of GH¢360billion.”
The ‘360 by 28’ campaign seeks to more than double Ghana’s 2024 tax revenue performance. Achieving this target would move Ghana’s tax-to-GDP ratio from the current 13.8% to between 17% and 18% by 2028.
Business-friendly reforms
Recognising the challenges businesses face in complying with tax obligations, GRA is implementing reforms aimed at simplifying tax processes and providing support to businesses. These reforms are designed to encourage voluntary compliance without stifling business growth.
“Our strategy is to widen the tax net through the use of technology. Many businesses have migrated online and are transacting via digital platforms, so that’s the way to go,” Mr. Sarpong said.
“We are in a digital and automated world and GRA must not be left behind in terms of technological transformation. That is why we’re digitising tax administration to reach more taxpayers, including those outside the net,” he said.
Trust, integrity and professionalism
The Commissioner General also shared that the GRA is focusing on building a taxpayer partnership rooted in trust, integrity, and professionalism. “Taxpayers are our customers, and we must build public trust and confidence in the tax system. When that happens, we can mobilise the needed revenue to support the nation’s reset agenda,” Mr. Sarpong noted.
These initiatives, he said, enhance GRA’s revenue mobilisation through inclusive, transparent and business-friendly approaches. Clearly, as Ghana embarks on its economic reset, GRA’s strategies are poised to play a pivotal role in achieving fiscal stability and supporting national development.
Lilwin Make Surprise Visit To Sick Kumawood Actor Mr.Twumasi; Donates GH₵10,000
Kumawood star Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as LilWin, made a heartfelt surprise visit to veteran actor Kwaku Twumasi, who is battling an undisclosed illness, donating GH₵10,000 and essential items to support his recovery, per @yencomgh. The gesture, captured in viral photos shared by @officiallilwin and @utvghana on Instagram, has warmed hearts across Ghana, with fans on X, YouTube, and TikTok praising LilWin’s compassion.
However, Twumasi’s remark that “GH₵10,000 is not enough” sparked mixed reactions, with some interpreting it as a plea for more aid amid rising healthcare costs. This act of generosity unfolds against Ghana’s volatile political backdrop, marked by Charles Bissue’s galamsey bail, Afenyo-Markin’s assault allegations, and judicial controversies.LilWin visited Twumasi at his home in Kumasi on May 5, 2025, accompanied by a team from his Weezy Empire, delivering GH₵10,000 in cash, food supplies, and medical essentials, per YEN.com.gh. A video circulating on TikTok shows LilWin embracing Twumasi, who appeared frail but grateful, with LilWin stating, “You’re a legend; we can’t forget you,” per @utvghana. Twumasi, known for iconic roles in Kumawood classics like Kumasi Yonko and Abrokyire Abrabo, has been largely absent from the screen due to his condition, which sources close to him attribute to high blood pressure and related complications.
Twumasi’s comment, “You are sick. How can you ask me for such a stupid favor? GH₵10,000 is not enough,” made during a light-hearted exchange, was clarified by insiders as a reflection of his dire medical expenses rather than ingratitude, per Pulse Ghana. LilWin reportedly laughed it off, promising further support, including a potential fundraiser through his Great Minds International School. The visit aligns with LilWin’s history of philanthropy, such as funding his Weezy Empire Film Village and supporting local talent.
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E/R: 10 MMDCE Nominees Confirmed
Eastern Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, supported by the regional leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) led by Regional Chairman Dr. Mark Oliver Kevor, is steadily overseeing the seamless confirmation of President John Dramani Mahama’s nominees for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executive (MMDCE) positions in the region.
Top ladies fashion wear for parties
When it comes to attending parties, every woman seeks to make a lasting impression through her fashion choices. Party wear for ladies has evolved dramatically over the years, blending tradition with contemporary trends to create standout looks for any occasion. Whether it’s a cocktail evening, a wedding reception, or a formal dinner, the right outfit sets the tone for confidence and elegance.
Today’s party fashion embraces luxurious fabrics like silk, velvet, and satin, which not only feel indulgent but also drape beautifully to flatter every figure. Intricate detailing such as sequins, embroidery, and lacework adds a touch of glamour, making these garments ideal for festive celebrations. Colors play a vital role too—rich jewel tones like emerald, burgundy, and navy continue to dominate, although neutral palettes with metallic accents are equally favored for their timeless appeal.
Silhouettes are increasingly versatile, allowing women to express their personal style. Flowy gowns, body-hugging dresses, and sophisticated jumpsuits are just a few of the popular choices that blend elegance with comfort. Designers have also introduced fusion wear—an artful combination of Western cuts with ethnic embellishments—that appeals to those looking to stand out with a unique flair.
Accessories and styling complete the look. Statement jewelry, designer clutches, and perfectly styled hair elevate an outfit from stylish to stunning. Footwear, too, must strike the right balance between aesthetics and comfort, especially for events that last several hours.
Ultimately, party fashion for women is all about striking a balance between personal taste and occasion-appropriate attire. The modern woman no longer follows trends blindly but chooses garments that reflect her personality, flatter her shape, and exude confidence. With thoughtful styling and the right outfit, she is always ready to shine at any celebration.
Pope Leo XIV to hold first mass today in Sistine Chapel as papacy duty begins
Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected head of the Catholic Church and the first pontiff from the United States is set to celebrate his inaugural Mass in the Sistine Chapel today at 11:00 local time (09:00 GMT, 10:00 BST), marking the official beginning of his papal ministry.
Born Robert Prevost in Chicago, the 68-year-old former missionary and Archbishop in Peru made history yesterday by becoming the first North American to be elected pope.
Seen as a reform-minded leader with a deep pastoral background, Leo XIV’s appointment has drawn widespread attention and praise from around the world.
U.S. President Donald Trump described his election as a “great honour,” reflecting national pride in the first American to ascend to the papacy.
In Peru, where Leo XIV served for years among the poor and marginalized, many expressed pride in his elevation—though some observers note he will face significant challenges, including longstanding concerns about the Church’s handling of sexual abuse cases.
In a statement, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr expressed hope that the new Pope would “continue to bring the Church closer to the poor and disadvantaged,” adding that the Filipino people were praying for the pontiff’s strength and health. “May his life and ministry inspire us to persevere in our daily walk with our Lord Jesus Christ,” he said.
Speaker of the Philippine House of Representatives, Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez, also lauded Pope Leo XIV’s message of peace and compassion, saying it “resonates deeply with the Filipino faithful.” He urged unity in prayer, adding: “The challenges before the world are great, but so too is the light that now shines from Rome. May Pope Leo XIV guide us toward peace, healing, and renewed faith.”
Leo XIV’s election has been met with cautious optimism among reform advocates within the Church, who see his missionary roots and Latin American experience as signs of a pastoral approach attuned to the needs of the global south. His Mass in the Sistine Chapel is expected to draw global attention as a symbolic beginning to what many hope will be a transformative papacy.
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Lovely video of singer Davido and his wife, Chioma vibing to his song
Singer Davido shared a lovely of himself and his wife, Chioma, vibing to one of his songs.
The singer couldn’t hide his joy and they both sang and danced while they took a ride together.
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Declaring car gifts doesn’t change the fact that Mahama breached the law and accepted a bribe
The People’s National Party (PNP) has criticised President John Dramani Mahama over his decision to accept car gifts, even though he later declared and donated them to the state.
According to the party’s National Chairperson and founder, Janet Nabla, the president should not have accepted the vehicles in the first place.
President Mahama handed over two vehicles that were gifted to him to the state’s vehicle pool. He made the declaration on Monday, May 5, 2025, in line with his newly unveiled Code of Conduct for government appointees.
However, Madam Nabla has condemned the president’s actions, arguing that this constitutes a breach of existing laws on gifts.
She pointed out that the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has clear guidelines on the acceptance of gifts, which she claims the president has violated and should be sanctioned for.
According to her, the vehicles in question fall under the category of prohibited gifts outlined in the CHRAJ policy and should be considered as bribery.
Speaking on Frontline on Rainbow Radio 97.5 FM, the PNP leader stated that if the president wants to set a good example, he must face consequences for his actions, which would serve as a deterrent to others.
She told the host, Kwabena Agyapong, that the president has performed poorly in his first 120 days in office, giving him a score of minus two out of ten.
She also dismissed the newly launched Code of Conduct as a political maneuver.
“Is Mahama really talking about a Code of Conduct? CHRAJ guidelines clearly prohibit public officers from accepting gifts. If someone wants to donate anything, it should be done in the name of the state, not an individual. Accepting such gifts is a crime,” she said.
“President Mahama has admitted to accepting two vehicles as gifts, which amounts to bribery. He must be punished for violating the law.”
“President Mahama is a rule-breaker. He has breached the law. Gifts are never truly free; they can influence decisions and undermine transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership. We must hold the president accountable before expecting others to uphold the law.”
NPP can’t win power in 2028 without both Bawumia and Kennedy – Okoe-Boye
Kennedy Agyapong and Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
Former Minister of Health, Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye, has cautioned members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) against attacking each other over their support for particular candidates in the party’s upcoming 2028 flagbearer race.
According to him, the two frontrunners, former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, each possess unique strengths and weaknesses that the party needs to secure victory in the elections.
He stressed that without the involvement of both men, winning power would be difficult, making internal attacks counterproductive.
Speaking during a panel discussion on Peace FM’s Kokrokoo on May 8, 2025, Okoe-Boye alleged that he knew individuals who had previously attacked government appointees, only to find themselves struggling when those same appointees later assumed leadership positions.
“What I will say is that whether you support Kennedy or Bawumia, if the two do not come on board, it will be difficult for us to win power. Kennedy has his strengths, things that, if accepted, will help.
“The same applies to Dr Bawumia. Supporting one of them is not wrong, but we must be careful not to offend anyone. If you publicly speak against Kennedy or Bawumia and they eventually become leaders, you might suffer the consequences. So, we have to be cautious,” he warned.
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Asante Defense Force opposes some MMDCEs nomination in Ashanti Region
A group calling itself the Asante Defense Force (ADF) has expressed deep concern over President John Mahama’s recent nominations for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) positions within the Ashanti Region.
In a statement, the group called on the President to reconsider and revise some of the appointments following a careful review of the list.
The group mentioned the following nominees as areas of concern:
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Ahafo Ano South East – Ibrahim Yamba Nelson Issaka
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Ahafo Ano South West – Abubakar Sedik
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Atwima Nwabiagya North – Mba Zacharia Allenbila
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Bekwai – Salifu Issaka
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Adansi North – Charles Kofi Ogbeh
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Adansi Asokwa – Albert Dakurah
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Adansi Akrofuom – Gariba Mohammed Mustapha
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Obuasi East – Adwovu Kofi Williams
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Tafo – Abubakari Sadiq
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Oforikrom – Anwel Sadat Ahmed
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Asokwa – Amo Kemel
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Asokore Mampong – Ben Abdallah Alhassan
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Ejura Sekyedumase – Rafiu Adams Seidu
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Sekyere Afram Plains – Abubakar Issaka
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Sekyere East – Ibrahim Adams
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Bosomtwe – Abdullai Hamidu
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Effigya Kwabre North – Emmanuel Jackson Agumah
The group has vowed that if the government fails to take appropriate steps to address what it describes as a legitimate concern, it will stage a peaceful yet determined protest across the region to express its collective dissatisfaction.
They have also cautioned all Assembly Members to reject these nominees, urging them to stand with their communities and uphold local values and traditions.
Interior Minister Urges NIA Board to Strengthen National ID System for All Ghanaians
Ghana’s Interior Minister, Alhaji Muntaka Mubarak, has sworn in a newly reconstituted Governing Board for the National Identification Authority (NIA), tasking its members with ensuring a secure, inclusive, and reliable national identification system.
Chaired by Mr. Moses Afetsi Positive, the 10-member board includes Dr. Gifty Seiwaa Nyarkoo, Mr. Eric Coffie, and Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, among other experts. During the ceremony on Thursday, May 8, the minister emphasized the board’s role in advancing the NIA’s mandate, which is critical for both national security and socioeconomic development.
In a Facebook post following the event, Mubarak expressed confidence in the board’s ability to guide the NIA in improving identity management. He stressed the importance of efficiency and accessibility in delivering identification services to all citizens, particularly as Ghana continues to digitize public services.
Board Chairman Positive affirmed the team’s dedication to transparency and collaboration, pledging to uphold the NIA’s objectives. The board is expected to provide strategic oversight to enhance service delivery, ensuring that Ghana’s identification system remains robust and equitable.
The move comes as Ghana intensifies efforts to integrate digital identification into governance, financial services, and public administration. A well-functioning national ID system is seen as pivotal for reducing fraud, streamlining service delivery, and fostering inclusive development. With this new leadership, the NIA aims to address past challenges, including registration delays and accessibility gaps, particularly in rural areas.
As digital identity becomes increasingly central to modern governance, the board’s success will play a key role in shaping Ghana’s progress toward a more secure and efficient administrative framework.
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We’ll sack Mahama’s appointees and reinstate ours with full back pay in 2028 – NPP MP vows
Member of Parliament for Bosome Freho, Asafo-Adjei Ayeh
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Bosome Freho, Asafo-Adjei Ayeh, has stated that all appointees dismissed from office by President John Dramani Mahama’s administration will be reinstated when the NPP returns to power in 2028.
According to him, the future NPP government also plans to calculate and pay all outstanding salaries owed to these dismissed officials from the date of their removal until 2028.
He assured affected individuals to remain calm and wait for the party’s return to power, promising that their employment would be restored.
Speaking in an interview on Movement TV on May 6, 2025, the lawmaker further declared that all individuals currently occupying the positions of dismissed appointees would also be removed by the future NPP administration.
“Anybody who was sacked by this government shouldn’t worry. They should keep their appointment letter safe. When the NPP comes to power, all their back pay will be settled, and they will be reinstated into office.
“After that, those who were employed in their positions will also be dismissed and sent home. When their government comes, they can employ them,” he stated.
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Cedi now selling at GH¢13.20 to a dollar on the interbank market
Ghana’s local currency, the cedi, has recorded marginal gains against major trading currencies, particularly the US dollar, at some forex bureaus.
In its daily update, the Central Bank noted that the cedi is trading at a buying price of GH¢13.19 and a selling price of GH¢13.20 to a dollar.
The British pound is being bought at GH¢17.49 and sold at GH¢17.51, while the euro trades at a buying price of GH¢14.80 and a selling price of GH¢14.82.
Checks by GhanaWeb Business on May 9, 2025, at 08:00 AM indicate that the cedi is trading at GH¢14.00 to the dollar, while the pound is trading at GH¢18.50 at some major forex bureaus across the country.
Additionally, the euro is trading at GH¢15.90 on the retail market.
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My Husband Saw a Video of Me Having Fun With Another Man In Swimming Pool and Got Angry – Lady
Yoruba Nollywood actress Temidayo has recently opened up about a moment of tension in her marriage that stemmed from her career as an actress.
Speaking in an interview on FeelRightNews TV, Temidayo recounted how a scene from one of her recent movies sparked an unexpected reaction from her husband.
The actress, who is known for her vibrant performances in the Yoruba movie industry, explained that she had taken on a role that involved portraying a romantic relationship with fellow actor Kunle Adegbite. One of the key scenes in the movie was filmed at a swimming pool, where the characters engaged in what appeared to be a playful and intimate interaction.
After the movie was released, Temidayo, excited to share her work, sent the link to her husband for him to see her performance.
However, instead of appreciating the overall storyline or her acting, his attention was immediately drawn to the pool scene. The visuals of his wife interacting closely with another man triggered a strong emotional response, leading to accusations and anger.
Temidayo noted that her husband expressed discomfort and suspicion over what he perceived to be inappropriate conduct in the scene.
The confrontation reportedly led to a heated discussion between the couple, with her husband believing that boundaries may have been crossed during filming.
She said: “I was on a movie scene with Kunle Adegbite, and we were playing a couple’s role in the movie. In the movie, I shot a pool scene with Kunle. So when the movie came out, I sent the link to my husband so that he could watch me in the movie. However, upon sending the link, the only thing my husband could point out was the pool scene with Kunle. When my husband the video of me having fun with another man in the pool, he got angry and accused me of allowing a man to touch my private parts. However, I tried to calm him down, telling him that acting is just make-believe and everything he was thinking about didn’t happen. For when I was in the pool with a man, nothing like that happened between us.”
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Thank you for believing in me – captain smart sends message to president Mahama
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Captain Smart, one of Ghana’s most outspoken and popular media personalities, recently announced his resignation from Onua TV in a heartfelt message that has since drawn national attention. In his farewell remarks, he took a moment to thank former President John Dramani Mahama for the confidence and support he had shown him over the years. With emotion in his voice, Captain Smart said, “Thank you for believing in me,” a statement that reflected both gratitude and respect for the former president.
His message, shared publicly, was part of a broader announcement in which he revealed plans to step away from active media work for at least two years. The decision, according to him, was deeply personal, aimed at reflecting and possibly exploring new directions. He expressed appreciation to all those who stood by him during his journey, but the mention of President Mahama stood out as a powerful acknowledgment of the role that support from key figures has played in his success.
Captain Smart has been a strong voice in Ghana’s media space, known for his bold approach to discussing national matters, social issues, and political accountability. His exit leaves a noticeable gap in the current media landscape. While it’s unclear what his next move will be, his fans and followers continue to share messages of support, hoping to see him return even stronger in the future.
The message to Mahama adds a unique personal touch to his departure, showing that beyond the controversies and headlines, genuine relationships and acts of belief still shape the journeys of public figures.
NPP accuses govt of wasteful expenditure … in reaction to Mahama’s 120 days in office
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has criticised the government for engaging in wasteful expenditure, despite its campaign promises to maintain a lean government and ensure prudent use of state funds.
The party stressed that the government has failed woefully on its promises, as it has allocated GH¢3.8 billion to the Office of Government Machinery, with GH¢2.7 billion of the amount being designated solely for staff remuneration.
Ghana risks losing port traffic over green transition delays
The Director-General of the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), Dr. Kamal-Deen Ali, has warned that Ghana’s ports could see a significant decline in ship traffic in the coming years if they fail to transition to greener practices.
According to Dr. Kamal-Deen Ali, global maritime industry is moving rapidly towards clean energy solutions, and ports that continue to rely on fossil fuels for refueling risk being bypassed.
He raised this concern during a briefing with the Parliamentary Select Committee on Roads and Transportation, which paid a familiarization visit to the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA).
Dr. Kamal-Deen Ali stressed the need for urgent investments in sustainable port infrastructure to keep Ghana competitive in the evolving maritime industry.
“You will be surprised by how many tankers are consumed by a ship. These big tankers that we see and they are entering into a filling station that most of us go and buy small small, a number of them will offload into a ship in terms of the tankers. So going forward the global community is moving from that. It has other implications for us as a country in terms of our offshore the oil and gas industry. But we Ghana Maritime Authority and our ministry we have to help the country move.
“Whether we like it or not, the transition is happening. What this means is that in the next couple of years, ships calling in our ports are expecting to have green fuel. No longer the Co2 they are buying now. They are expecting to have other alternative fuels that are called green fuels because it is a mandatory requirement. It is an industry driven thing. At the country level ,we need to mobilize quickly through our minister…we will go through the executive to see how we move this green because if we do not move green as quickly as possible, it is going to undermine our shipping industry and our economy. Many ships will not be coming into our ports in the next couple of years if we do not go green,” he said.
The committee on roads and transport were led by its Chairman, Isaac Adjei Mensah, who is also the Member of Parliament for the Wassa East Constituency in the Western Region.
The other members of the visiting committee were Chiwitey Dari Andrew, Vice Chairperson of the committee on roads and transport and MP for Sawla/Tuna/Kalba, Osei Nyarko Kennedy, MP for Akim Swedru and Ziedeng Anwataazumo Bede, MP for Lawra.
KAIPTC bids farewell to Major Gen Addo Gyane in colourful ceremony
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) on Thursday, May 8, held a colourful and memorable ceremony to honour the outgoing Commandant, Major General Richard Addo Gyane, who officially retires after nearly 40 years of distinguished service with the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
In a reflective and heartfelt address, Maj Gen Addo Gyane recounted a military journey that began in 1985 when he joined the Ghana Military Academy as the only Flight Cadet in his intake. He later transitioned to the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) Corps — a move that paved the way for a trailblazing career.
He would go on to become the first EME officer in Ghana’s history to attain the ranks of Brigadier General and subsequently Major General, breaking longstanding institutional barriers.
“Through sheer determination and merit-based leadership,” he said, he was able to challenge traditions that limited appointments and promotions to certain Corps, promoting a more inclusive and excellence-driven culture within the Armed Forces.
Throughout his military career, Maj Gen Addo Gyane held several key leadership roles, including Commanding Officer at Army Headquarters, Director Plans at the Department of Plans, Research and Development (PR&D), and notably, the first non-infantry Army officer to serve as Director General of PR&D.
His leadership was instrumental in expanding the GAF’s operational capabilities, including the establishment of TRADOC, Forward Operating Bases, and the creation of new units.
Appointed as KAIPTC’s Commandant in November 2022 during a period of global economic recovery, Maj Gen Addo Gyane is credited with leading a transformation at the Centre. Under his leadership, KAIPTC saw the renovation of the Women Youth Peace and Security Institute (WYPSI) Block, refurbishment of the Multipurpose Court, construction of a new Main Gate, containerized offices, and enhanced IT infrastructure — all designed to strengthen training and expand the Centre’s international presence.
To ensure the Centre’s long-term viability, he introduced initiatives to commercialize selected training programmes, expanded academic offerings, and deepened donor engagement. He also oversaw the integration of a new Youth Unit into the restructured Women, Peace and Security Institute — now elevated to departmental status — and advanced plans to establish an Undergraduate School in Peace Studies as well as a KAIPTC Hotel to boost accommodation capacity. A Digital Learning and Innovation Unit is also being developed to modernize the Centre’s training platforms.
In his farewell speech, Maj Gen Addo Gyane expressed gratitude to KAIPTC’s development partners, Advisory Board, management, staff, and his family — with special tribute to his wife, whom he described as his “pillar of strength.”
He urged the youth to uphold values of “integrity, hard work, and accountability,” and called on all aspiring leaders to be guided by “loyalty, courage, and honesty.”
As he symbolically handed over to his successor, Air Commodore David Akrong, Maj Gen Addo Gyane offered words of encouragement: “He is a capable leader with a strong sense of purpose,” he said, urging him to practise inclusive leadership and draw on the strengths of KAIPTC’s diverse team.
“Though I leave the KAIPTC in the flesh, my spirit and prayers shall remain with the Centre that I have come to love so much,” he concluded.
Major General Richard Addo Gyane leaves behind a lasting legacy of innovation, resilience, and visionary leadership — a true embodiment of service above self.
The pontiff on abortion, climate change, homosexuality, and capital punishment
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV is widely considered to be soft-spoken and cautious — but has not been shy in recent years about speaking out on hot-button issues, from the teaching of gender ideology in schools to climate change.
Known as Robert Francis Prevost prior to his election Thursday as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, the 69-year-old Chicago native’s views on several controversial topics can be gleaned from past social media posts (and reposts), public remarks and interviews with media outlets.
Climate change
Like his predecessor, Francis, Leo XIV is a strong believer that the faithful have a responsibility to take care of the planet.
The then-president of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America and Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops argued in November of last year that it is time to move “from words to action” on the “environmental crisis.”
“Dominion over nature” should not become “tyrannical,” Prevost stressed, arguing that man’s relationship with the environment must be a “relationship of reciprocity,” according to Vatican News.
Prevost further cautioned against the “harmful” environmental impacts of technological development and highlighted the Vatican’s installation of solar panels and use of electric vehicles.
Gender ideology and homosexuality
While Francis famously told reporters, “Who am I to judge?” gay people and said homosexuals “must be integrated into society,” Leo XIV may be less accommodating.
In a 2012 address to bishops, Prevost accused the news media and popular culture for encouraging “sympathy for beliefs and practices that are at odds with the gospel,” according to the New York Times.
Among those “beliefs and practices” Prevost cited were the “homosexual lifestyle” and “alternative families comprised of same-sex partners and their adopted children.”
While bishop of Chiclayo in northwestern Peru, Prevost opposed a government initiative to promote gender ideology teachings in schools.”
“The promotion of gender ideology is confusing, because it seeks to create genders that don’t exist,” he told local news media at the time.
Abortion
On social media, Prevost has expressed strong support for the Catholic Church’s anti-abortion stance.
In 2015, Prevost posted a photograph from the March For Life rally in Chiclayo, exhorting his followers: “Let’s defend human life at all times!”
Prevost also retweeted a 2017 Catholic News Agency article on New York Archbishop Timothy, Cardinal Dolan condemning abortion at a mass ahead of the March for Life rally in Washington, DC.
In his homily, Dolan urged Catholics to “reclaim the belief that the mother’s womb is the primal sanctuary, where a helpless, innocent, fragile, tiny baby is safe, secure, nurtured and protected.”
Capital punishment
Prevost has expressed opposition to capital punishment, reflecting the Catholic Church’s position and Francis’ commitment to see the practice ended worldwide.
“It’s time to end the death penalty,” he wrote March 5, 2015, in an X post
Euthanasia
In 2016, Prevost reposted a Catholic News Agency article in which citizens of Belgium, where euthanasia is legal, urged Canadians not to support legislation that would allow for assisted suicides.
“’Don’t go there’ – Belgians plead with Canada not to pass euthanasia law #Prolife,” read the tweet that Prevost shared.
In the article, Belgian doctors, lawyers, and family members whose loved ones were euthanized argued that assisted suicide threatens the most vulnerable in society and compromises the doctor-patient relationship.
Gun rights
In October 2017, Prevost retweeted a call for new US gun control from Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) after a gunman murdered 60 people in Las Vegas.
“To my colleagues: your cowardice to act cannot be whitewashed by thoughts and prayers. None of this ends unless we do something to stop it,” Murphy wrote in the tweet shared by the new pope.
New cocoa price will surpass Côte d’Ivoire’s
Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has assured cocoa farmers that the upcoming announcement on the cocoa producer price in August will be higher than what has been set by neighboring Côte d’Ivoire.
This assurance comes amid strong market expectations for a competitive farmgate price, driven by the surge in global cocoa prices and Ghana’s commitment to ensuring better earnings for its farmers.
Despite the operational and financial challenges inherited by the new management of COCOBOD, the institution remains confident in its ability to deliver a favourable price adjustment.
Currently, the producer price of cocoa in Ghana stands at GH₵3,100 per 64kg bag. Côte d’Ivoire raised the price it pays farmers for their beans amid expectations for a smaller harvest, slightly narrowing the gap to the global market in April this year.
It set the farmgate price for the mid-crop which started on April 2 at 2,200 CFA francs ($3.62) a kilogram.
Head of Public Affairs at COCOBOD Jerome Sam speaking to Citi Business News says cocoa farmers should expect improved cocoa producer price.
“By the time we are done with servicing 333,767 metric tonnes [of cocoa], COCOBOD and the Ghanaian farmer will lose a whooping amount of about $1.4 billion as a result of the inefficiency and inability on the part of the previous administration of COCOBOD to deliver those contract. As at that time, we didn’t know. But notwithstanding, the CEO said that is not a justification to tell the Ghanaian farmer that because of “A,B,C,D” we are not going to announce a new price. No, because if you want productivity to spur or shoot up then you need to find a way to motivate the farmer,” he said
“If we are to stick to the price of Côte d’Ivoire being the benchmark…which ever price Côte d’Ivoire gives, we are going to give more than that. The board is yet to be inaugurated. When the Board comes, some of these issues will be tabled before the Board but at least we have some sense or clue as to where to peg the price and we are not going to do less than what Côte d’Ivoire is doing,” Jerome Sam added.
Will you steal from us to feed or what – Solomon Owusu questions Mahama over six-month salary donation
A leading member of the Movement for Change, Solomon Owusu, has raised concerns over President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to donate six months of his salary to the Mahama Cares medical fund.
According to Owusu, the president’s primary source of income is his salary, and donating such a significant portion raises questions about how he intends to sustain himself and his family.
He further questioned whether Mahama plans to rely on other undisclosed sources of income, potentially from the state.
Owusu expressed his skepticism about the donation, arguing that while such gestures may appear commendable, they often conceal ulterior motives.
“The gesture by President Mahama, donating six months of his salary to the Mahama Cares medical fund, is something I don’t want to hear,” Owusu stated in an interview with Onua FM on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
“We are paying the president to work, so how will he feed himself? Is he going to steal from us? The last time we heard such a claim, it was said that Ken Ofori-Atta, a government appointee, did not receive a salary, yet he amassed wealth through his bank, Databank, by securing loans for the country,” he added.
Owusu further questioned the rationale behind Mahama’s donation, arguing that the government pays the president to work, not to give away his earnings.
“The government is paying you to work, so why are you giving away your salary? Your job is to be the president and nothing else, so where will you get money to feed yourself? The last time someone gave you a car, you said you had donated it to the state. If you don’t take bribes or have other sources of income, how will you survive?” he asked.
President John Dramani Mahama pledged six months of his salary to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, also known as the Mahama Cares initiative, during the launch of the fund at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Announcing the donation, Mahama commended Ghanaians who had already contributed to the fund, emphasizing that, as its founder, he must also play his part in ensuring its success.
“Prof. Ayetey, a retired doctor, has donated $1,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust. That should encourage all of us, especially corporate institutions, to do even more. As the initiator of this laudable program, I must also contribute.
“And so, I’ve pledged six months of my salary to Mahama Cares. I haven’t started receiving a salary yet—they say the Accountant General is still processing it, but once that’s completed, six months of whatever I’m entitled to will go into Mahama Cares,” he stated.
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Early impact of FEED Ghana Initiative minimal – Edward Kareweh
A former General Secretary of the General Agricultural Workers Union (GAWU), Edward Kareweh, has expressed skepticism about the immediate impact of the recently launched FEED Ghana Initiative
In an interview with Citi Business News, Kareweh stated that although the initiative was introduced nearly a month ago to boost agricultural production, its benefits may not materialise this year due to delays in the supply of farming inputs.
He attributed the delays to budgetary constraints and urged farmers to manage their expectations regarding short-term outcomes.
“All inputs, in fact, are supposed to be ready by January — January, February. All inputs should be ready. Then distribution to farmers should also begin around February. Unfortunately, we have a government that came in January and was still forming, and then you have this program.”
“Certainly, there will be a delay in the supply of inputs — there’s no doubt about that. So we may be expecting too much from the Feed Ghana programme this year. But that will not happen. In fact, if we are to reap the full benefits, it will only come next year,” he said.
The government unveiled the Feed Ghana Programme in April as part of efforts to transform the country’s agricultural sector.
The initiative aims to boost food production to feed the population, supply raw materials for agro-processing factories, and create employment opportunities for the youth.
Randy is not Akufo-Addo’s relative to be travelling around with chair
![Dr Randy Abbey [L] and Miracles Aboagye](https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/742/74281740.295.jpg "Dr Randy Abbey [L] and Miracles Aboagye")
Dr Randy Abbey [L] and Miracles Aboagye
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has dismissed allegations made by Dennis Miracles Aboagye, Director of Communications for the Bawumia 2024 campaign, claiming that CEO Dr Randy Abbey was seen carrying a leather chair during farm tours.
Mr. Aboagye criticized Dr Abbey, accusing him of complaining rather than delivering on promises.
According to him, the new CEO has been spending time moving from one cocoa farm to another, lamenting challenges inherited from his predecessors instead of fulfilling the NDC’s campaign promise to cocoa farmers.
Speaking in an interview on Accra-based Channel One on Wednesday, May 7, Mr. Aboagye questioned the basis on which the NDC promised to increase the producer price of cocoa—a promise they are now failing to fulfill.
“So you listen to the COCOBOD CEO, who is moving from one cocoa farm to another with this leather chair, and the farmers tell him, ‘You promised us that cocoa should be GHC6,000 per bag and not GHC3,000. Why haven’t you done it?’ And then he says, ‘Since we came, we realized there’s a lot of mess in COCOBOD, and the way things are, it will be difficult for us to increase prices,’” he said.
However, in an interview with Channel One TV, the Head of Corporate Communications at COCOBOD, Sam Jerome, refuted the allegation, describing it as an outright lie and urging the public to treat it with the contempt it deserves.
He added that the CEO is a humble servant who respects those he works with and would never lord over them.
“…Why on earth would anyone accuse someone like Dr. Randy Abbey of trying to lord over farmers? That is simply not the case. You can go to all six regions we have visited—only one remains—and speak to the people there. Ask them if we even carried a plastic chair. We never did anything like that. We saw the story in the media, and it was fabricated. But for it to come from someone like Miracles Aboagye, I thought it was beneath him to engage in such falsehoods.”
He urged the NPP to use their platform to respond to the exposés the CEO has been revealing, rather than trying to discredit him.
“I expected that, when given the opportunity, they would respond to the revelations the CEO is making—things Ghanaians were previously unaware of. That is what we should be discussing so we can have a meaningful debate or conversation that benefits the Ghanaian farmer. Not this baseless claim about him carrying a chair, which never happened. The CEO is not a relative of former President Akufo-Addo to be inheriting any tradition of carrying chairs around.”
Dr. Randy Abbey is not a relative of Akufo-Addo to be travelling around with chairs😂😂
COCOBOD PRO exposes Miracles Aboagye
— Popo🇰🇼🇬🇭 (@Popony_J) May 8, 2025
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GWR Slaps Sense Into Afia Asantewaa Again As Her Second Attempt Becomes Unsuccessful
Media personality Afua Asantewaa has announced that her second Guinness World Record sing-a-thon bid has once again fallen short of official recognition. Sharing the outcome on her social media platforms, Asantewaa acknowledged that while she may not have secured the record, the experience has been invaluable.
“Although Guinness World Records did not validate my attempt, I refuse to be disheartened,” she wrote. “These two journeys have ushered in discovery, growth, development, success, and life-altering moments that have profoundly shaped who I am.”
In her statement, Asantewaa extended heartfelt appreciation to everyone who rallied behind her, including her dedicated team. She singled out several patrons for their support: Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II, Ike’s Cultural Village, Nasco Electronics, International Maritime Hospital, Perla Natural Mineral Water, Zoomlion, Anointed Engineering Services, Angel Drinks, Essential Cosmetics, Aqua Tabs, the Ashanti Region Police, the National Sports Authority (Ashanti Region), and the media community across Ghana, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and the United States.
Netizens reacted in the comments, some expressing surprise that despite the spectacle surrounding her attempt, Asantewaa had not yet succeeded. Others applauded her transparency this time—unlike her first effort, which went unreported—and encouraged her to keep striving, predicting a third attempt on the horizon.
Undeterred, Afua Asantewaa concluded her message on an optimistic note: “We will continue to make steady progress.
Source: Ghpage
Sam George Photo And Adu Boahen’s Photo Raises Eyebrows
Corruption Claims Heat Up: Sam George Photo And Adu Boahen’s Photo Raises Eyebrows
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A recent photo showing Sam George, the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, alongside Dr. Adu Boahen, Former Director of National Signals Bureau (NSB), who’s currently embroiled in corruption allegations, has ignited a heated controversy. This image has surfaced at a time when rumors are circulating about MPs allegedly receiving GH¢960,000 payments, which has further intensified concerns about corruption and transparency in Ghana’s political landscape. Many people are now questioning the relationship between politicians and businessmen, and whether these interactions are influencing policy decisions or leading to corrupt practices. The timing of the photo has only added to the speculation and public scrutiny.
The photo which was posted by an account named “For the records” which is been associated to Okatakyie Africa has caused many reactions on the internet. Adu Boahen has however not mentioned any names but has detailed how the alleged money was spent not what he has been accused of. Adu Boahene in a written letter from EOCO custody alleged that the GH¢960,000 payment was part of expenditures for the 2020/2021 fiscal year, specifically for the enactment of the NSB Act 2020.
He further denied any wrongdoing saying, “I give you my highest assurances that Angela [wife] and I would never steal public funds, as is being deliberately and wickedly portrayed by the Attorney-General. The question on the internet is why this picture this time and what are they trying to tell Ghanaians? Here is a link to the post;
https://x.com/ForTheRecordsGh/status/1920165713865482747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1920165713865482747%7Ctwgr%5E1700527bd21b005af5d2784222242e2ddc782606%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fios.scoopernews.com%2Fstatic%2Fhalf%2Fdetail%2F12719%2F729b74be4ba6a9d21a48b6559289ac6e.html%3Fpage_source%3Dr1utm_source%3Dlauncher
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Ghana’s Most Memorable Policemen of the 90s
The late 1990s were a defining era in Ghana’s pop culture, and few figures stood out as vividly as **Kwaku Ninja** and **Taller**, two policemen whose unique personalities made them household names. A recent social media post asking, *”What was your age in 1998? Do you remember these two?”* has sparked a wave of nostalgia among Ghanaians who grew up in that decade. For many, these officers were more than just law enforcers—they were cultural icons.
**Kwaku Ninja**, whose real name was **Sergeant William K. Asiedu**, earned his nickname from his impressive **taekwondo skills**, which he often demonstrated during public order operations. His agility and martial arts prowess made him a spectacle at demonstrations and crowd control scenes, leaving onlookers in awe. Meanwhile, his colleague **Taller** (officially known as **Sergeant A. K. Boakye**) gained fame for his towering height and commanding presence, often deployed in high-tension situations where his mere stature could deter trouble.
Beyond their physical attributes, what made Kwaku Ninja and Taller unforgettable was their **charisma and approachability**. Unlike the stern, intimidating image often associated with police officers, these two engaged with the public in ways that made them relatable. Kwaku Ninja, in particular, was known to perform taekwondo moves for amused bystanders, while Taller’s deep voice and calm demeanor made him a reassuring figure in chaotic situations.
Their prominence came at a time when Ghana was undergoing significant social and political changes, including the return to democratic rule in 1992 and the growing influence of media in shaping public perception. Television and radio frequently covered their exploits, turning them into **unofficial celebrities of law enforcement**. Even today, their legacy endures in anecdotes shared by those who witnessed their unique blend of discipline and showmanship.
As Ghanaians reminisce about Kwaku Ninja and Taller, their story serves as a reminder of a time when policing had a more human face. In an era where public trust in security forces is often debated, their memory highlights how **character and connection** can leave a lasting impression. For those who remember 1998, these two officers weren’t just part of the police service—they were part of Ghana’s cultural fabric.
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‘Fiscal discipline, not austerity – Economist explains cedi’s turnaround
Economics lecturer at the University of Ghana, says government’s handling of expenditure, not deep budget cuts, is a key reason for the recent calm in the macroeconomic space, including the appreciation of the cedi.
Professor William Baah Boateng, speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition on Thursday, May 8, dismissed the idea that Ghana’s improving exchange rate is the result of drastic spending cuts.
Instead, he argued that the change comes from a strategic effort to manage where and how money is spent.
“Government is not cutting expenditure,” he said. “We have to differentiate between cutting expenditure and managing expenditure.”
According to him, the current fiscal posture is not about slashing budgets but ensuring that government spending aligns with productive activity.
“Government has tried to make sure that the expenditure it is going to incur will be expenditure supported by economic activity,” he explained.
“That helps in taming the fiscal side, and then its benefits go to the exchange rate and the monetary side.”
Prof. Baah Boateng added that this shift is vital in giving the Bank of Ghana room to breathe.
“The central bank will not be worried so much about seeing how they can clear the mess,” he said.
“In 2022 and 2023, we were all saying that what is happening is coming from the fiscal and monetary policy will have to come in and clear the mess. Now, if fiscal is putting its acts together, then it means the mess will not be there for the central bank.”
He praised the central bank’s current posture, calling it measured and wise.
“What I see the central bank doing is watching and seeing how things are unfolding,” he noted.
“There’s no economy that has demand and supply doing everything. There’s always some regulation.”
In his view, managing expenditure means prioritising what government spends on rather than withdrawing entirely from public investment.
“You may think, well, ministers have been reduced to 57. There are so many other things the government has done by trying to manage its expenditure. And this is what some of us have been talking about,” he said.
Prof. Baah Boateng warned against interpreting the current exchange rate gains as a sign of fundamental transformation.
“When you look at the structure of the economy, we still have the same structure as it used to be last year,” he said. “But something is happening in terms of the fiscal.”
His comments were a response to earlier remarks by a GUTA representative who welcomed the cedi’s appreciation and wished it would continue to strengthen.
Prof. Baah Boateng disagreed, saying such optimism must be tempered with discipline.
“I’ll be happy if he says that when the dollar goes down, he will reduce his prices accordingly,” he said.
“But if that’s not going to reflect in the domestic market, then we have to be very careful.”
The academics’ final note was a broader economic lesson: “There is no perfect market. No extreme monopoly. No economy works purely on demand and supply. There’s always some element of intervention.”
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New 2025 Salary Structure for Ghana’s Security Forces Revealed
As of 2025, salaries for Ghana’s security personnel differ by rank, experience, and agency. Here’s a summary of earnings across key security services:
Ghana Police Service
Entry-Level Officers (WASSCE recruits): GHS 1,500–2,500/month
Constables: GHS 1,200–1,600/month
Corporals: GHS 1,800–2,200/month
Sergeants: GHS 2,500–3,000/month
Inspectors: GHS 3,500–4,500/month
Chief Inspectors: GHS 4,500–5,500/month
Assistant Superintendent (ASP): GHS 6,000–7,000/month
Superintendents: GHS 7,500–8,500/month
Chief Superintendents: GHS 9,000–10,000/month
Deputy Commissioner (DCOP): GHS 10,000–12,000/month
Commissioner (COP): GHS 13,000–15,000/month
Inspector General of Police (IGP): GHS 18,000–20,000/month
Ghana Immigration Service
Immigration Assistants: GHS 500–700/month
Officer II: GHS 700–900/month
Officer I: GHS 800–1,000/month
Senior Officer: GHS 1,100–1,200/month
Principal Officer: GHS 1,300–1,500/month
Assistant Superintendent: GHS 1,600–1,800/month
Superintendent: GHS 2,000–2,500/month
Chief Superintendent: GHS 3,000–3,500/month
Assistant Director: GHS 4,000–5,500/month
Deputy Director: GHS 5,000–6,500/month
Director: GHS 6,000–8,000/month
Ghana Prisons Service
Entry-Level Officers: GHS 1,500–2,102/month
Senior Officers (after 5 years): GHS 2,500–3,157/month
Assistant Director: GHS 2,900–3,470/month
Chief Inspector: GHS 3,600–4,200/month
Deputy Director: GHS 4,200–4,800/month
Director: GHS 6,500–8,000/month
Deputy Director-General: GHS 7,500–9,000/month
Director-General: GHS 11,000–14,000/month
Ghana National Fire Service
Firefighters & Rescue Staff: GHS 1,198–2,424/month
Senior Fire Officers: Up to GHS 2,714/month
Other Benefits
Security officers across all services receive housing and transport allowances, medical insurance, and hazard pay—particularly for peacekeeping deployments. While base salaries are generally lower compared to institutions like GNPC and COCOBOD, security roles remain appealing due to job security, career progression, and their significance in national development.
Source: Kass Fm
There are people around you who see you as a cash cow; cut them off
![Oheneba Nana Asiedu [L] and Dr Bawumia](https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/948/94887942.295.jpg "Oheneba Nana Asiedu [L] and Dr Bawumia")
Oheneba Nana Asiedu [L] and Dr Bawumia
A broadcast journalist with Wontumi TV, Oheneba Nana Asiedu, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate for the 2024 general elections to distance himself from certain individuals within his inner circle.
According to him, these individuals are only surrounding the Vice President to enrich themselves, rather than working in the best interest of the NPP.
Speaking on Wontumi TV, Oheneba Nana Asiedu stated that if Dr. Bawumia does not take the drastic step of removing those with selfish interests from around him, the NPP will struggle to secure electoral victory.
“There are some people around Dr. Bawumia, Sir, do away with them. They see you as a cash cow. If we don’t get things right, it’s not about Kennedy Agyapong, it’s not about Bawumia. It could even be Nana Addo or J.A. Kufuor, if the NPP does not sit down, act appropriately, and entrust responsibilities to the right people, we should forget it.”
Drawing a parallel with former President Akufo-Addo when he began his journey to lead the NPP and eventually Ghana, Oheneba Nana Asiedu said the former leader was surrounded by aides who were genuinely committed to seeing him become president.
“One thing that helped Nana Addo was that when he started in 1996, you could see people around him whose ultimate desire was to see him lead the NPP and become president. Even though they benefitted when the party came to power, they were more focused on winning power than on personal gain.
“But today, many people around Dr. Bawumia do not truly love him, they see it as an opportunity to make money. Some people can trade the party. Some can sell out the NPP. Therefore, the leadership we choose tomorrow, from polling station executives to electoral area coordinators, constituency, regional, and national executives, should not be selected based on wealth. Let’s look for individuals who are not desperate, so they won’t be deceived by food, just as Esau sold his birthright for a meal.”
#WontumiNews : “There are people around Dr.Bawumia he must do away with because they only see it as opportunity to make money for themselves” -Oheneba Nana Asiedu. pic.twitter.com/SuhqPbdz9n
— Wontumi Communications (@WontumiTV) May 8, 2025
KA
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Ashanti NDC members protest return of former DVLA regional director
The protesters are against the return of former Regional Director, Amos Abeka
Members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region on Thursday staged a protest at the regional office of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) over the return of former Regional Director, Amos Abeka.
Clad in red armbands and chanting slogans, the aggrieved party members expressed their displeasure at what they described as an “unjustified” reinstatement.
According to them, a farewell party had already been held for Mr. Abeka, signalling the end of his tenure in the region.
The protesters said they were surprised to learn that Mr. Abeka had been granted an additional one-year extension in his role, despite the appointment of a new substantive director, his former deputy.
Addressing the media at the DVLA premises, Regional Research Director of the NDC, Hopeson Keku, said the party would not allow Mr. Abeka’s return to stand.
He described the situation as “a clear disregard for procedure and fairness.”
“We will not sit by and watch this happen. If the authorities fail to act, we’ll return on Monday to ensure that the newly appointed director assumes his rightful position,” Keku declared.
The group vowed to resist what they termed an attempt to impose Mr. Abeka on the region, hinting at further action if their concerns are not addressed.
Ghana government says it’s developing biofuel policy
There are people around you who see you as a cash cow; cut them off
Oheneba Nana Asiedu [L] and Dr Bawumia
A broadcast journalist with Wontumi TV, Oheneba Nana Asiedu, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate for the 2024 general elections to distance himself from certain individuals within his inner circle.
According to him, these individuals are only surrounding the Vice President to enrich themselves, rather than working in the best interest of the NPP.
Speaking on Wontumi TV, Oheneba Nana Asiedu stated that if Dr. Bawumia does not take the drastic step of removing those with selfish interests from around him, the NPP will struggle to secure electoral victory.
“There are some people around Dr. Bawumia, Sir, do away with them. They see you as a cash cow. If we don’t get things right, it’s not about Kennedy Agyapong, it’s not about Bawumia. It could even be Nana Addo or J.A. Kufuor, if the NPP does not sit down, act appropriately, and entrust responsibilities to the right people, we should forget it.”
Drawing a parallel with former President Akufo-Addo when he began his journey to lead the NPP and eventually Ghana, Oheneba Nana Asiedu said the former leader was surrounded by aides who were genuinely committed to seeing him become president.
“One thing that helped Nana Addo was that when he started in 1996, you could see people around him whose ultimate desire was to see him lead the NPP and become president. Even though they benefitted when the party came to power, they were more focused on winning power than on personal gain.
“But today, many people around Dr. Bawumia do not truly love him, they see it as an opportunity to make money. Some people can trade the party. Some can sell out the NPP. Therefore, the leadership we choose tomorrow, from polling station executives to electoral area coordinators, constituency, regional, and national executives, should not be selected based on wealth. Let’s look for individuals who are not desperate, so they won’t be deceived by food, just as Esau sold his birthright for a meal.”
#WontumiNews : “There are people around Dr.Bawumia he must do away with because they only see it as opportunity to make money for themselves” -Oheneba Nana Asiedu. pic.twitter.com/SuhqPbdz9n
— Wontumi Communications (@WontumiTV) May 8, 2025
KA
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‘It was a tricky match’ – Ghana coach Desmond Ofei reacts to win against Central African Republic
Ghana U20 head coach Desmond Ofei praised the players of the Central African Republic’s U20 team on Thursday after their clash in Group C at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Speaking in a post-match interview after his team secured a 1-0 win, Coach Ofei described the contest as a tricky one, emphasizing that the Central African Republic players gave his side a difficult time.
“It was a tricky match. The CAR boys fought really hard and made it difficult for us at times. We lost a number of balls in our own half, which gave them some confidence and momentum, but I’m proud of the resilience the boys showed,” Coach Desmond Ofei said, as quoted on the Ghana FA website.
In the post-match interview, the Ghana coach shared his delight about the win and praised his players for fighting for the three points.
“We didn’t rush the game. That was very important. The boys controlled the game, worked the ball well, and stayed patient even when the goal didn’t come early. I’m happy for them, they earned this win,” Coach Ofei added.
The win against the Central African Republic means Ghana progresses to the quarter-finals of the U20 AFCON as leaders of Group C.