Renowned Ghanaian preacher, Prophet Dr. Kofi Oduro, has issued a strong call to political leaders, urging them to step down gracefully before facing public humiliation. Speaking during a sermon at the Alabaster International Ministries, the prophet warned against overstaying one’s time in leadership, emphasizing the importance of recognizing when a season has ended. 

“Resign and go home peacefully, or you will lose again,” Prophet Oduro declared, highlighting the dangers of clinging to power despite waning influence and support. He stressed that humility and wisdom are key virtues in leadership, and leaders who refuse to step aside risk tarnishing their legacies. 

“It is not weakness to step down; it is wisdom,” he added. Prophet Oduro argued that leadership should focus on service rather than self-preservation. He urged leaders to prioritize the greater good over personal ambition, reminding them that history is littered with examples of leaders who faced disgrace because they failed to acknowledge when their time was up. 

While Prophet Oduro refrained from naming specific individuals, his message has been widely interpreted as a reflection on leaders—especially in Africa—who cling to power despite declining public confidence or electoral defeats. 

His sermon has sparked widespread discussions about governance and leadership, with many praising the preacher for addressing such a pressing issue. 

“This is the message Africa needs,” one social media user commented, commending Prophet Oduro for his courage. Another added, “Leaders must learn to leave when the applause is loudest. Staying too long invites disgrace.”

Prophet Oduro emphasized that stepping down is not a sign of failure but rather a mark of maturity and foresight. “Leadership is a temporary stewardship. Bowing out when your time is up preserves your dignity and legacy,” he noted, encouraging leaders to prioritize their long-term reputations over short-term gains. 

His message resonates with growing calls for democratic transitions and responsible governance, particularly in regions where prolonged power struggles often lead to instability. Prophet Oduro’s words serve as a reminder that leadership is about service—and true leaders know when to let go for the benefit of those they serve. 

Source:ghanaweb

Osei Kwame Griffiths is a former CEO of the National Identification Authority

A former Chief Executive Officer of the National Identification Authority (NIA), Osei Kwame Griffiths, has criticised some communicators of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for their recent remarks about the country’s power generation challenges, suggesting that they are setting a trap for the John Dramani Mahama-led government.

Speaking on Joy Prime on Friday, January 10, 2025, he pointed out that some phrases used by NPP communicators, such as ‘keep the lights on, let’s see,’ are designed to paint the government as incompetent.

Osei Kwame Griffiths argued that the situation is being manipulated to create a negative narrative about the new administration’s ability to address the power sector’s challenges.

“And you see the pronouncements by a lot of these NPP communicators. ‘Keep the lights on, let’s see,’ ‘Mahama is coming back with dumsor’, those kinds of communications are making it appear as though somebody has set this trap to make it look as if the incoming government is incompetent, you know, and therefore cannot keep the lights on, when in actual fact, you know, the timeline for preparation is very clear that they had dropped the ball. They failed in their responsibility to make sure that we have enough fuel,” he noted.

Speaking after the inauguration of President John Dramani Mahama in Accra, on Tuesday, January 7, 2024, the Member of Parliament for Yapei Kusawgu, John Jinapor, disclosed that the country’s fuel stock was low, with only five hours of fuel remaining.

“I have bad news for you. The confirmation we are getting is that we have only five hours of fuel stock. If you look at heavy fuel oil and diesel fuel, we don’t have up to two days, and so in two days’ time, we are likely to run out of fuel,” he stated.

He further criticised the outgoing administration for its failure to procure necessary fuel supplies, leaving the incoming administration in a vulnerable position.

“This administration has not ordered any fuel as we speak, and it takes on average four weeks for the fuel to arrive and four weeks for the fuel to be treated, and so we are in a very serious situation,” he added.

John Jinapor, who has now been nominated as Minister of Energy-designate, also pointed out that during the transition, the outgoing administration had assured them that fuel parcels had been procured.

However, checks indicated there is not enough fuel to last even two days.

“Today, right after President Mahama assumed office and I served on the transition, my checks indicate that we do not have fuel that can cater for even two days, and so clearly we have a major, major problem,” he emphasised.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his administration’s commitment to resolving the country’s energy challenges and preventing a resurgence of frequent power outages, popularly referred to as ‘dumsor.’

Speaking at the National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana on Thursday, January 9, 2025, he acknowledged the critical energy issues facing the country and emphasised the government’s resolve to tackling them.

“We are assuming office at a critical time in our nation’s history. Ghana is faced with significant challenges. But that is exactly the reason why you elected us. We will transparently let you understand what those challenges are, and we will take responsibility for solving them,” he noted.

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play videoMember of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjuor

The Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjuor, has charged President John Dramani Mahama to deliver on the numerous promises he made to Ghanaians prior to assuming office.

According to the Deputy Minister of Education under the administration of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Mahama shouldn’t use the excuse of having only one term in office to fail the nation on his promises.

Speaking in an interview on Okay FM on January 8, 2024, he reminded the president of some of his promises, including the inclusion of the private sector in the Free SHS policy and the signing of the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill 2021 (anti-LGBT bill), among others.

“We wish them well, but the promises and all the things that he said he will do…sector by sector, Free SHS, promising the private sector inclusion, free level hundred entry into tertiary education, his promise to end dumsor, what he said about the LGBT bill that he would have signed if he was president.

“Ghanaians have written all those promises down and are waiting for him to deliver. So, he shouldn’t come out and say he could not deliver everything he promised.

“He shouldn’t behave like this because he is going on a one-term in office and won’t fulfill his promises. I believe the election result is a lesson to everyone,” he said.

John Dramani Mahama assumed office as president on January 7, 2025, succeeding Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.

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Tamale South Member of Parliament, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced his intention to submit recommendations regarding the controversial anti-LGBTQ Bill to President John Mahama.Though he withheld specifics of his proposed suggestions, the legislator expressed confidence that his recommendations would align with national interests and help shape the bill appropriately.

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John Mahama holding Appiah Stadium’s head to give him a knock

Frank Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as Appiah Stadium, a Kumasi-based political activist and supporter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), graced the presidential dinner of John Dramani Mahama on January 7, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre.

Appiah Stadium was captured in a moment with the president in an inaudible conversation.

However, footage from the event captures Appiah Stadium receiving a knock from the president.

President Mahama is seen holding Appiah Stadium’s head with one hand and giving him a knock before engaging in a conversation with him.

It is unclear what led to the knock.

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President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, who also serves as Chairman of the National Election Security Taskforce, to launch an immediate investigation into the election-related killings that occurred during the 2020 and 2024 elections.

In a statement dated January 10, 2025, signed by the President’s Secretary, Dr. Callistus Mahama, and addressed to Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, the President emphasized that these tragic fatalities continue to tarnish the nation’s democracy.

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The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has slammed President John Dramani Mahama’s initial ministerial appointments, describing the approach as inadequate and reflective of unpreparedness.

Mr. Afenyo-Markin made the remarks during parliamentary proceedings, expressing frustration with the announcement of only three ministerial nominees, a move he called a “tots, tots” appointment.

Unfulfilled Promises
The Minority Leader noted that the Speaker of Parliament had announced only three nominees: the Finance Minister-designate, the Energy Minister-designate, and the Attorney General and Minister of Justice-designate.

Mr. Afenyo-Markin expressed disappointment, stating that a government that had campaigned on promises of a “24-hour economy” should have been more prepared.

“This government told us they were ready for governance. They promised a 24-hour economy. Mr. Speaker, we expected them to be ready from day one, not to start with this ‘tots, tots, tots’ approach,” he said.

Call for More Appointments
The Minority pressed for the swift nomination of additional ministers for key sectors such as Agriculture, Roads and Highways, and Lands and Natural Resources. He specifically mentioned individuals like Armah Kofi Bua and Eric Opoku, whom he expected to feature prominently in the appointments.

“You cannot start with just energy, finance, and the attorney general. We want to hear more names, and we need ministers for critical sectors to address the pressing issues facing the nation,” he added.

Heated Exchange
The remarks sparked a lively exchange on the floor of Parliament. Some members of the Majority, particularly Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, questioned the timing and appropriateness of Afenyo-Markin’s concerns, as the session was initially focused on corrections to votes and proceedings.

However, the Minority Leader stood his ground, stating that his comments were necessary and reflected the urgency of the situation.

“Mr. Speaker, I took your leave to make this point because it is a matter of national importance. The government must act decisively and show Ghanaians they are ready to lead,” he asserted.

According to him, the delayed release of a comprehensive ministerial list is a sluggish start to the new administration.

The Minority has made it clear they will continue to hold the government accountable for its promises and performance.

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Accra, Jan 10, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has asked the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to furnish him with a report on the status of investigations into killings that occurred during the 2020 and 2024 general election.

He said he had directed his Executive Secretary to write to the IGP for the report.

“Justice must be done and we also will ask the Attorney General when he takes office to determine fair and adequate compensation for the families of those who have lost their lives,” he said.

President Mahama stated this at the Moslems National Thanksgiving Service held on Friday at the National Mosque in Accra.

The event, chaired by the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, was to thank Allah for a peaceful December 7 general election.

The President said even though the 2024 general election passed on peacefully, Ghanaians must recognise that a “few of their citizens lost their lives.”

“My understanding is almost five of our citizens were killed in the process of the election,” he said.

“This is not the first time. In 2020 we know that eight of our citizens were killed. If this continual injustice is not stopped, then what it does is it breeds impunity.”

The National Democratic Congress (NDC), therefore, deemed it necessary to investigate what led to those killings and take action to prevent their recurrence, President Mahama said.

As Muslims offered their thanksgiving, he urged them to remember that the end of the elections marked the beginning of greater responsibility for all of them.

He said regardless of political affiliation, Ghanaians must work together for the development and prosperity of the nation, which was their shared vision.

“Our diversity as a people is not a weakness. Indeed, it is our strength,” the president said.

“Whether we’re Muslims or Christians or from any other faith, our collective aspirations for a better future bind us together.”

“Let us, therefore, commit to fostering harmony and mutual respect in all aspects of our lives. We must also recognize that elections are not without their challenges.”

The event was attended by Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, Mr Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the NDC national Chairman, Mr Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the General Secretary, and other leading figures of the Party.

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Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh

Prophet Nicholas Osei, a Ghanaian pastor, has disclosed that he’s responsible for the mistakes by Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh known as NAPO during the 2024 election campaign.

The clergyman who is affectionately called Prophet Kumchacha said he spiritually worked on Napo, Dr. Bawumia and Akufo-Addo to always mention the name of Mahama.

“Do you know the spiritual work I did ahead of last year’s elections, in fact, I did a lot of things behind the scenes and I’m responsible for the way Napo was talking.

“I worked on Napo, Bawumia and Akufo-Addo, so if you observed you’d realise that they were always mentioning the name of Mahama during the campaign.

“You remember Lomotey nie, Mahama nie and all those loose talks and mistakes that Napo made whenever he was speaking, I was the one working on him spiritually,” he revealed on Onua TV as MyNewsGh.com monitored.

Napo who was the Vice Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) ahead of the 2024 elections made headlines for some of his controversial pronouncements.

Among other things, he said “There is nowhere in the world that they practice the 24-hour economy so it’s impossible because even God who created the world sleeps at night”.

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Andrew Asungiiba Atariwini, the Upper East Regional Deputy Communication Director of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), has expressed his concerns following the party’s dismal performance in the Upper East Region.
The governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) secured a decisive 15/15 victory, leaving the NPP reeling with no mercy.
Atariwini emphasized that although the party’s constitution doesn’t explicitly address this issue, good governance dictates that one person cannot hold two critical

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Cassiel Ato Forson

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed three persons as Ministers of State at the Ministries of Justice and Attorney General, Finance, and Energy as his first set of appointments.

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban S.K. Bagbin announced this on the floor of the House today.

The newly appointed persons are Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, Minister-Designate for Finance, John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister-Designate for Energy; and Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, Attorney-General and Minister-Designate for Justice.

In a letter addressed to the Speaker, the President said the appointments are in accordance with Article 78 (1) of the Constitution.

“I trust that Parliament will expedite the approval process in accordance with the constitutional requirements,” the letter read in part.

By Ernest Kofi Adu, Parliament House