Yaa Jackson, a Ghanaian singer and actress, has been making headlines recently due to her relationship issues.

The singer’s boyfriend, Manuel, was caught on camera fighting her for being disrespectful.

The video sparked a heated debate on social media, with many people weighing in on the controversy.

Some fans defended Yaa Jackson, stating that she had the right to express herself and should not be physically abused.

Others, however, criticized Yaa Jackson for being disrespectful and provocative.

Yaa Jackson has since spoken out about the incident, stating that she was shocked and hurt by Manuel’s actions.

She also revealed that she had been experiencing emotional and psychological abuse in the relationship.

Yaa Jackson’s fans have rallied around her, offering support and encouragement.

Many have praised Yaa Jackson for her bravery in speaking out about her experiences.

The incident has also sparked a wider conversation about domestic violence and abuse in relationships.

Many have called for greater awareness and education about the signs of abuse and how to support survivors.

Yaa Jackson’s experience has highlighted the need for greater support and resources for survivors of domestic abuse.

The singer has since announced that she is taking a break from the relationship to focus on herself.

Yaa Jackson’s fans have praised her for prioritizing her own well-being and safety.

The incident has also raised questions about the dynamics of power and control in relationships.

Many have pointed out that Yaa Jackson’s experience is not unique and that many women experience similar forms of abuse and control.

Yaa Jackson’s bravery in speaking out has inspired many others to share their own stories of survival.

The singer’s experience has highlighted the need for greater empathy and understanding in relationships.

Yaa Jackson’s fans have praised her for using her platform to raise awareness about domestic abuse.

The incident has sparked a necessary conversation about the importance of healthy relationships and mutual respect.

Yaa Jackson’s experience has served as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing one’s own safety and well-being.

The singer’s bravery in speaking out has inspired many others to do the same.

Yaa Jackson’s fans continue to rally around her, offering support and encouragement as she navigates this challenging time.

SET-PIECES ARE KEY ROUTES TO GOALS

“Set-pieces are really important, especially in this competition. So, we need to improve in all areas and sometimes we struggle to score goals and even create situations, so we have to use the set-pieces to score.”

FERNANDES IS IMPORTANT FOR US

“He’s really important, in any position that he plays. He is the guy that can, sometimes in the hardest moments, hold the ball and that is really important for the team. He is a leader, he scored the first goal and he helped us get a point today.”

VERDICT ON EVERTON HAVING PENALTY OVERTURNED

“What I saw was a little bit soft, a soft touch. It’s a crucial decision that can change the game so I think it was clear for the referee to overturn the decision.”

Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu and President John Dramani Mahama

Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu has criticized President John Dramani Mahama over his remark that “Ghana is a crime scene” in reference to the handling of the country’s economy by the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government.

According to a report by mynewsgh.com, Amidu, who is also a former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, described Mahama’s criticism of the Akufo-Addo administration as “a worn-out excuse.”

He argued that every government since 2001 has used the same rhetoric to justify borrowing and tough economic decisions.

Amidu urged Mahama to focus on fixing the economy, as that is what Ghanaians elected him to do.

“The electorate is not foolish, Mr. President. We voted for action, not excuses.

“Every government under the 1992 Constitution has blamed its predecessor. But the real question is: what are you doing differently?” Amidu is quoted as saying.

The former Special Prosecutor also cautioned Mahama against following past administrations by resorting to borrowing from China or opting for HIPC relief.

“Ghanaians put their trust in you to fix the problems, not to prepare them for another loan or bailout. Walk your pre-election can-do talk!” he added.

What President Mahama said

Addressing officials of Organised Labour during an engagement on Thursday, February 20, 2025, President Mahama lamented the poor management of the economy by his predecessor, describing the country as a “crime scene” due to its current state.

He acknowledged that while he was aware the economy was in poor condition, he was astounded by the extent of the damage since assuming office.

President Mahama accused the previous administration of reckless economic management, which, he said, had left the country in an even worse state.

“We all knew the economy was in crisis, but some of the things I’m discovering myself—it’s been a criminal handling of our economy, and Ghana is a crime scene. How a government can be so reckless, I cannot understand,” he said.

He also pointed out how public distrust of the political class has grown due to their self-centered behavior, failing to make sacrifices while expecting other institutions to do so to help stabilize the economy.

Mahama highlighted instances where various institutions have been required to cut costs and make sacrifices, while politicians, in contrast, continue to engage in wasteful spending to the detriment of citizens.

However, he assured Ghanaians that under his administration, the era of wasteful spending and excessive expenditure would come to an end. He pledged to implement measures that would help revive and stabilize the economy.

“A certain distrust of the political class has arisen because when everybody else is tightening their belts, the political class is loosening theirs. But I want to assure you that we’re all going to tighten our belts, and there will be no wasteful expenditure,” he added.

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Accra, Feb. 22, GNA – The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG), has resolved to continue its nationwide strike following a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Saturday. 

The decision comes despite an appeal from Mr Abdul-Rashid H. Pelpuo, the Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, for the strike to be called off. 

Addressing the media after the meeting, Mr Isaac Bampoe Addo, the Executive Secretary of CLOGSAG, said the NEC unanimously decided to maintain the strike, citing the absence of a clear roadmap to resolve the matter. 

CLOGSAG has been protesting the appointment of Mr Samuel Adom Botchway as the Registrar of the Births and Deaths Registry, arguing that such a position should remain politically neutral. 

On Saturday, 22nd February, 2025, the National Executive Council of CLOGSAG met to consider a request from the Minister of Labour, Jobs, and Employment to call off the ongoing strike action by constituents of CLOGSAG.  

“After deliberating on the request, the NEC was unanimous on the following: that the strike should continue; that the request by Mr Abdul-Rashid H. Pelpuo lacks a roadmap for the resolution of the matter,” Mr Bampoe Addo said. 

“… That as long as all politically exposed persons within the Civil Service and the Local Government Service are sanctioned and ultimately have their appointments terminated, it would not be fair for politically exposed persons to be appointed into the Civil Service and the Local Government Service.” 

Despite the strike’s impact on administrative services nationwide, CLOGSAG insists that its members would not return to work until the Government addresses its concerns. 

Meanwhile, a faction within CLOGSAG, the Local Governance Service Workers’ Union (LGSWU), has withdrawn from the strike, signaling internal divisions within the association. 

In a statement issued on Friday, the LGSWU clarified its stance, stating that it will not be participating in the strike due to an ongoing legal case concerning the matter. 

“For these reasons and upon further consultations by the National Management Committee with all the regional councils, the Local Government Service Workers’ Union has taken a unanimous decision not to join the strike action,” it said. 

The Union has, therefore, directed its members to continue working as usual. 

The Government has urged CLOGSAG to reconsider its decision and return to work. 

It has also reiterated its willingness to engage with the Association‘s leadership to resolve the impasse. 

Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, made the appeal during a press conference on Wednesday. 

“We believe that the President has acted correctly in the appointment of Mr Adom Botchway, so we would appeal to CLOGSAG to rescind its decision to go on strike.” 

However, with no resolution in sight, the strike continues. 

GNA 

Godwin Emefiele, former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria

Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7 million, N830 million, and multiple properties linked to the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele.

The judge, who had earlier dismissed an application by an interested party seeking to halt the judgment, granted the final forfeiture application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) counsel, Bilkisu Buhari-Bala.

The forfeited funds, now under the federal government’s control, were held in First Bank, Titan Bank, and Zenith Bank accounts managed by various individuals and entities, including Omoile Anita Joy, Deep Blue Energy Service Limited, Exactquote Bureau De Change Ltd, Lipam Investment Services Limited, Tatler Services Limited, Rosajul Global Resources Ltd, and TIL Communication Nigeria Ltd.

The properties affected by the forfeiture include:

• 94 units of an 11-floor building under construction at 2 Otunba Elegushi 2nd Avenue, Ikoyi, Lagos.

• AM Plaza, an 11-floor office space on Otunba Adedoyin Crescent, Lekki Peninsula Scheme 1, Lagos.

• Imore Industrial Park 1 on Esa Street, Imoore Land, Amuwo Odofin LGA, Lagos.

• Mitrewood and Tatler Warehouse (Furniture Plant at Bogije) near Elemoro, Owolomi Village, Ibeju-Lekki LGA, Lagos.

• Two properties purchased from Chevron Nigeria, located in Lakes Estate, Lekki, Lagos.

• A plot at Lekki Foreshore Estate Scheme, Foreshore Estate, Eti-Osa LGA.

• An estate at 100 Cottonwood Coppel Texas Drive, Coppel, Texas, owned by Lipam Investment Services.

• Land at 1 Bunmi Owulude Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.

• A property at 8 Bayo Kuku Road, Ikoyi, Lagos.

In his judgment, Justice Bogoro ruled that these properties and funds were proceeds of unlawful activities and, therefore, must be forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The judge stated, “I find that the activities of the respondents were unlawful. Why did they suddenly have issues with dollars immediately after Godwin Emefiele left the CBN as Governor and salaries could no longer be paid?

“I hold that these are not legitimate business activities.”

“I also find that Anita Omoile is a close associate of the former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, who was given undue influence to unlawfully divert dollars from the CBN.”

“Consequently, I declare that all the monies and properties listed in the schedule are hereby permanently forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria.”

The EFCC, through its counsel Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), had cited Section 17 of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act, 2006, and Section 44(2)(b) of the Nigerian Constitution in its application. The commission initially sought an interim forfeiture, arguing that the funds and properties were suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities.

Justice Bogoro, finding merit in the EFCC’s application, granted the interim forfeiture and ordered the publication of the ruling in a national newspaper.

Following the failure of the defendants or any other party to prove the legitimacy of the funds, the judge issued a final forfeiture order, making the seizure permanent.

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The Ministry of Interior has renewed the curfew hours on Walewale and its surrounding areas in the North East Region.

The curfew hours has been renewed from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, effective Saturday, February 22, 2025.

The decision was made on the advice of the North East Regional Security Council, and enforced through an Executive Instrument.

Tye Ministry has urged chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, youth, and residents to remain calm and exercise restraint in the face of ongoing security challenges.

It also emphasised the need for peaceful and non-violent approaches to resolving conflicts in the area.

Additionally, a total ban on carrying arms, ammunition, or offensive weapons has been imposed.

The Ministry has directed to arrest and prosecute anyone found violating this directive.

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Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, Acting Director-General of GPHA

The Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, has urged employees to uphold discipline, fairness, and teamwork to enhance the Authority’s growth and efficiency.

Speaking at a staff durbar organized to officially welcome him, Brigadier General Tanye-Kulono emphasized the importance of punctuality, commitment, and collaboration among employees.

“Let’s be disciplined. We must be punctual at work, and we must all lead by example. The second principle is fairness. I will treat everyone here fairly. This is the time to build this institution so that in 50 years, you can return and be proud,” he stated.

The event, attended by management and staff, marked the beginning of his tenure and provided an opportunity for him to engage with the workforce. He was warmly received by employees, who expressed their support for his leadership.

The outgoing Director-General, Michael Achagwe Luguje, expressed gratitude for the support he received during his tenure and urged staff to rally behind the new leadership for GPHA’s continued growth.

“I just want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for the experiences we’ve shared at GPHA. I also urge you to give the new Director-General your full cooperation. If you supported me, I encourage you to increase that support tenfold for him because, at the end of the day, every single step forward that GPHA takes benefits us all,” he said.

Earlier, Brigadier General Tanye-Kulono held a preliminary meeting with GPHA management and staff union leaders. The engagement allowed both parties to familiarize themselves and reaffirm their shared commitment to advancing the Authority’s mandate.

As part of his broader engagement with employees, the Acting Director-General also paid a familiarization visit to the Port of Takoradi.

During his visit, he met with management, staff unions, and the workforce to reiterate his leadership vision, anchored on discipline, fairness, and teamwork.

Brigadier General Tanye-Kulono brings extensive leadership, defense, and legal expertise to his new role.

Before his appointment, he served as the Deputy Commandant of the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS) at Burma Camp, Accra.

By Iddi Yire

Accra, Feb 22, GNA – The Presidency on Friday unveiled the logo for Ghana’s 68th Independence commemoration on the theme “Reflect, Review, Reset”. 

The Day, which falls on 6th March, will have the nation event being moved from the Independence Square to the Presidency in Accra. 

Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Presidential Spokesman and Minister of State in-charge of Government Communications, during a press conference, said President John Dramani Mahama had suspended the rotational policy of Independence Day Celebration, as part of efforts to save cost. 

He said as part of efforts to cut down cost, the 68th Independence Day Celebration on would be moved from the Independence Square to the Presidency in Accra. 

He said a series of activities would be held at the Presidency, such as a Military Guard of Honour that would be reviewed by the President.  

He noted that there would also be a cultural performance by two groups of basic school pupils and a poetry recital by a senior high school student. 

He said chiefs, religious leaders, basic, secondary and tertiary students, traders, political party representatives, and other sections of society would be in attendance.  

He said the event would be heralded by the President’s ceremonial address, which would  draw attention to the significance of the day.  

“Now, this has become necessary, once again, because of the need to scale back on the escalating cost,” he stated. 

He reiterated that rather than a grand ceremony at the Independence Square, there would be a modest ceremony at the Presidency.  

He noted that similar modest ceremonies would be held by all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies throughout the country. 

Mr Ofosu said as part of activities marking the 68th Independence Day Celebration, the famous 28th February Christianborg Crossroads Shooting Incident, would be commemorated.  

GNA  

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of COMAC, Dr River­son Oppong

The National Pe­troleum Authority (NPA) should scrap the zonalisation policy it is imple­menting to allow oil marketing companies to directly distribute fuel to their stations across the country, the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (CO­MAC) has suggested.

The zonalisation policy means that an oil marketing company cannot lift fuel at a depot at Tema and distribute it to a fuel station in Takoradi, the fuel has to be lifted from a depot in Takoradi and same distributed to fuel stations in the catchment areas of the city.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of COMAC, Dr, River­son Oppong, who stated this in an interview with journalists in Accra after the end of the Downstream Dialogue 2025 programme, said the zonalisation policy had outlived its usefulness and it was time it was scrapped.

The two-day programme, organised by COMAC was on the theme: ‘Ghana’s Downstream Oil and Gas Sector: Challenges and Opportunities,’ brought together key stakeholders in the down­stream petroleum sector to discuss pertinent issues, share insights, and develop actionable strategies for industry growth and sustainability.

Dr. Oppong indicated that COMAC and other sector players would work together to advocate the cancellation of the zonalisation policy.

“Zonalisation came temporarily to solve a problem. Today, that problem I would say is solved and we should go back to the drawing board and look at the zonalisation policy again. I think the time is far due. Because I don’t see the economics whereby Bulk Road Ve­hicles (BRVs) would lift a product from Tema, bypass Konongo to Kumasi, and another BRV would go to Kumasi and bring that same fuel back to Konongo,” Dr. Op­pong stated.

Again, he said the zonalisation policy did not “Make any econom­ic sense,” and it made fuel more expensive in the country.

Dr. Oppong noted that the can­cellation of the zonalisation would help reduce the price of fuel and help the oil marketing companies to charge unified prices for fuel across the fuel station in the country.

Also, he mentioned that it would also help address fuel short­ages in some parts of the country.

Additionally, the CEO of COMAC alleged that the Bulk Oil Storage and Transport Compa­ny continued to charge Primary Distribution Margin (PDM) on the pump price of fuel, whether it lifted depot-to-depot fuel or not.

“If we take that margin off, it would bring fuel prices down,” he noted.

The CEO of COMAC further said the cancellation of the zon­alisation policy would address the current challenge where some of the Bulk Distribution Companies complain of losses of their stocks with BOST.

Moreover, Dr. Oppong called for a change in the current arrange­ment in which fuel was transported by road.

“I am looking at an industry where we have a pipeline that could transport petroleum products from Ghana to Burkina, instead of using the BRVs,” he stated.

Turning his focus on the programme, Dr. Oppong said the dialogue discussed the challeng­es that affected the downstream petroleum sector and strategies to address them.

Ongoing dredging works at the Odaw river

The Minister of Works, Hous­ing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has hinted that the government is working on strategies to address drainage issues and mitigate the effects of heavy rains, espe­cially around the Odaw River and other vulnerable areas in Accra and across the country.

He said consequently, dredging was going on in both the lower and upper ba­sins of the Odaw River to improve water flow and reduce the risk of flooding in communities it flows through.

Additionally, he said the ministry had initiated public education campaigns through mobile vans to raise awareness about the dangers of indiscriminate waste disposal in drainage systems.

The minister told The Ghanaian Times this on Tuesday. February 18 during a tour of projects and institutions under the ministry.

Adjei acknowledged the challenges posed by the rainy season, particularly in flood-prone areas, and emphasized that poor waste management was a major cause of drainage blockage, which leads to severe flooding during the rainy season.

He, therefore, called on the media to play an active role in educating the public on the consequences of dumping waste in gutters and other waterways.

“Addressing the issue requires collec­tive responsibility. Therefore, I urge ev­ery citizen to adopt better waste disposal habits to prevent floods and protect communities from the devastation that comes with heavy rains,” he said.

He reaffirmed the ministry’s com­mitment to implementing long-term solutions to enhance drainage infrastruc­ture and ensure the safety of residents in flood-prone areas.

Odaw River turned into dumping ground

Meanwhile, The Ghanaian Times report­ers, Raymond Appiah-Amponsah and Eugene Ampiaw, have gone to the extent of providing a report on the state of the Odaw River as it is found at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, the nation’s capital, and some related issues.

The report says the river has turned into a dumping ground for solid waste, including human excreta, at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle.

It continues that the filth in the river and the stench that emanates from it is a testament to the lack of proper waste management and sanitation practices in the city.

It states that the destitute at the place have been observed defecating openly into the river even in broad daylight.

It adds that vendors in the area have been disposing of waste into the river, resulting in choking and blocking of the water from flowing easily.

The report states that this unsanitary environment has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, leading to an increased risk of malaria transmission in the surrounding communities.

It, therefore, hails the government’s plan to dredge the Odaw River as part of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project.

The news report says the dredging and related works would cause some business owners in the enclave to be relocated, and the relocation package has sparked outrage and disappointment.

According to the business owners, the compensation provided by GARID is grossly inadequate, considering the im­pact of relocation on their livelihoods.

GARID compensation

Abena Gyamfuah, a food vendor who has operated her business at a spot at the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange for over a decade, said, “I’m outraged and disap­pointed by GARID’s offer of GH¢3000 as compensation for relocating my business to facilitate the dredging of the Odaw basin. As a single parent of four, my family’s survival depends on me. Losing my customer base and starting all over again will be devastating,” she said.

“The meagre compensation of GH¢3000 is insufficient to help me get back on my feet. We implore the government to intervene on our behalf,” she added.

A draper operating around the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange and near the Odaw River, Foster Asante, expressed deep concern that he had not been compensated yet but he had been forced to vacate his shop.

“I have been given warnings to leave the premises for the dredging to take place but I have not been compensated to aid me relocate. I, therefore, urge the author­ities responsible for that to do so.”

The Administrator of the Prampram Customary Land Secretariat, Evans TN Nartey, has assured groups and individuals who own lands around a now-settled disputed boundary between the Prampram and Shai Traditional Areas not to panic, because they will not lose their lands.

The two traditional areas have both claimed ownership of vast lands which have often led to violent clashes, arrests and court appearances. But years of negotiations spearheaded by the Lands Commission and some interested elders from both sides, have brought finality to the dispute.

The resolution was made purposely due to the acceptance of a Jackson Report by the two families.

At a press conference on Saturday, February 22 to officially announce the resolution to the boundary dispute, in Prampram, Mr. Nartey, who was flanked by elders from the four divisions in the Prampram Traditional Area, said due to the demarcation carried out with supervision from the Lands Commission, names on land documents in the hands of persons may have been affected but advised such persons not to panic, since steps have been taken to ensure they do not lose their lands.

“Anyone who may have bought lands on and around the boundary stretch from the Shai Traditional Area and have unfortunately been affected by the demarcation exercise, do not panic. Be assured that the land-owning divisions, clans’ families and individuals have put necessary measures in place to address and redress the situation through Prampram customary land secretariat.”

As to why the Jackson Report, a document covering settlement put together by a British colonial official in the 1900s, Mr. Nartey said the document provides accurate details about land ownership in the traditional areas, and it is something both sides are familiar with and have agreed to its content.

He added that the establishment of the Prampram Customary Land Secretariat was equally key to the resolution of the dispute since it provided a single space for all the families to negotiate from a single pot.

“All land-owning divisions, clans, families and individuals from which the outfit derives its operational mandate from the Lands Act 2020 (Act 1036) under the supervision of the office of the administrator of stool lands, “ he asserted. 

Also, Nene Ayiku Obleh Adebontenya IV, Divisional Chief of Kley and President of the Prampram Customary Land Secretariat affirmed the commitment of the divisional heads of the four quarters of Prampram Traditional Area to the agreement and reiterated their commitment to ensure differences that had led to bad blood and unfortunate violent clashes are put behind them.

He said the establishment of the secretariat is to assist in the effective management of the traditional lands while building trust and confidence in the business of land administration.

Family heads from Olowe, Kley, Annor We and Lakpleh divisions were present at the press conference.

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Former Ghana U-17 coach Laryea Kingston

Former Ghana U-17 coach Laryea Kingston has broken his silence on management interference in player selection for national teams.

In an interview with Joy Sports, Kingston criticized the practice, describing it as “inappropriate.”

He cited instances where officials questioned a coach’s decision to drop certain players.

“I don’t think it’s appropriate for a management member to interfere in a coach’s job. For example, if a coach leaves out a player and a management member calls to ask, ‘Who are you to drop this player?’, that is wrong,” he stated.

He further emphasized the issue by sharing a personal experience, “If someone calls me two weeks before a tournament, after I’ve already selected my squad, and asks me to drop two players to include their own choices, I don’t think that’s appropriate.”

Kingston’s remarks highlight ongoing concerns about officials exerting undue influence over player selection, which undermines coaches’ authority and independence in decision-making.

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Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin and Martin Kpebu

Minority Leader Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin clashed with renowned legal practitioner Martin Kpebu on live TV on Saturday, February 22, 2025.

Afenyo-Markin called into TV3’s The KeyPoints to refute an allegation made by the Majority Chief Whip, Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, that he used to “drive around with a 50-military-vehicle convoy following him.”

“This is a figment of someone’s imagination. I have never had 50 military vehicles follow me,” Afenyo-Markin fired back.

The Minority Leader explained that, like other Majority Leaders before him, he had access to a police convoy while in office.

“Haruna Iddrisu and Benjamin Kumbuor, my predecessors, had the same access. It’s about efficiency, not extravagance,” he clarified.

However, Martin Kpebu was not convinced, accusing Afenyo-Markin of being untruthful.

Kpebu insisted that Afenyo-Markin had used a military convoy while serving as Majority Leader and even claimed he could provide the names of the soldiers who were part of it.

Challenging Afenyo-Markin to confront him directly, Kpebu said, “Let us set a date for next Saturday. Let Afenyo-Markin come here!”

The lawyer then read a message from his phone, stating, “It is true that Afenyo-Markin moved with a military convoy, and among the team of soldiers was my own cousin.”

He reiterated his challenge, saying, “Please, let him come here next week. What is this? Let him come here next Saturday, and we will show him the names.”

But Martin Kpebu’s remarks did not sit well with Afenyo-Markin, who accused him of being unfair and disrespectful.

“I thought we had put the matter to a peaceful rest… I don’t think that Mr. Martin Kpebu is being fair in the things he is saying about me.

“If he says he received a text message, is that where we are taking Ghana to? I’m saying it is a lie; it is not true,”* the Minority Leader fumed.

He then threatened legal action against both the media house and Martin Kpebu.

“TV3, either you call him to retract his statement on the program, or I will take legal action, and he will have to produce his evidence in court. This is getting out of hand,” he warned.

As Afenyo-Markin spoke, Kpebu could be heard dismissing the legal threat, insisting that he had proof that the former Majority Leader used a military convoy while in office.

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Hehe 😂Afenyo Markin the leader of the mini Micro minority vrs Lawyer Martin Kpebu.

I thought NPP have boycotted Media General,Tv3, 3Fm,Onua Tv/Radio etc 🤦🏽. pic.twitter.com/sL8B0YMF0n

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Finally the Ghana wheelchair Tennis Men Team made up of Bernard Yawson and Daniel Laryea led by official Kwabena Afriyie-Siaw received their Bronze medal after beating Kenya 3:0 at the closing ceremony of the 2025 ITF BNP Paribas World Team Cup Africa Qualifiers in Rabat Morocco .

The men’s event had Morocco wining Gold and Egypt winning Silver.

The Ghana Ambassador to Morocco H.E Mrs Charity Gbedawo was with the team at the closing ceremony. She congratulated the team for making Ghana and themselves proud.

The Ghana wheelchair Tennis men’s team thank the GTF wheelchair tennis committee for supporting them with the fundraising from benevolent individuals from the Volta Region and Donewell Insurance.

The National Coordinator, Henry Larbi want to thank Bridget Nartey, Stacy Konadu Mensah and Coach Philip Plange who trained with the team for 2 weeks residential training at Sonrise SHS Tennis Court in Ho.

He also thanked the International Tennis Federation for the travel grant awarded to Ghana Tennis Federation and also to the GTF Board for their support.

Am I hearing well and rightly that President Mahama described Ghana rhetorically as an “economic crime scene” before 7 January 2025 that has to be reset? I am more interested in knowing what President Mahama in opposition and his minority in Parliament did concretely for Ghanaians during the interregnum when the economy was being turned into an economic crime scene with Parliament approving the yearly budget and economic policy statement along the yearly appropriations before January 2025.

President John Agyekum Kufuor sent Ghana to HIPC using this same empty “economic crime” scene rhetoric as his smokescreen upon his assumption of power on 7 January 2001.

After Agyekum Kufuor’s eight-year tenure, the succeeding President Mills and the John Mahama regime also employed the same or similar rhetoric after 7 January 2009 to enable it to go to China for the Three Billion US Dollar loan facility.

The NPP used this same “economic crime scene” rhetoric or words to the same effect to describe what it inherited on 7 January 2017 from President Mahama’s former tenure. The STX, and Saglemi housing projects respectively, Waterville/Woyome, Isofoton SA, “create loot and share” projects, and others became part of that economic crime scene rhetoric.

What of the “political crime scene” unfolding under President Mahama’s watch between 7 January 2025 and 18 February 2025, less than two months after his assumption of office, preceded by all his promises of repentance and redemption? The whip would not crack?

The rhetoric of inheriting politico-economic crime scenes has been part of the rhetoric of every new government under the 1992 Constitution since 7 January 2001 to date, and that is precisely the reason for the electorate wagering their luck with President John Dramani Mahama again on 7 December 2024 upon his can-do promises.

We the people voted for President Mahama for firm and impartial leadership and not worn- out politico-economic rhetorical excuses. Hopefully, the Mr. President’s “economic crime scene” rhetoric is not a preparation of our minds for another HIPC or China loan as has been usual with NPP and NDC governments under the 1992 Constitution. Straight to the point!

The electorate is not foolish and unthinking, Mr. President, that is the import of my articles before the path you are making gets more crooked behind you through the unbridled sycophancy surrounding you, junior brother! When Cadman Mills warned you earlier about sycophants and sycophancy, the sycophants mercilessly verbally assaulted him.

I also have a vested interest in your success. You must not fail again and send the NDC into opposition come 7 December 2028.

Please, brother, walk your pre-election can-do talk! Asalamalekum! Shalom aleichem! Peace be upon you!

Martin A. B. K. Amidu 21 February 2025

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