NPP would reverse Mahama administration’s tribunals system if elected – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has suggested that a future New Patriotic Party (NPP) government would reverse the tribunals system being introduced by the Mahama administration, arguing that the move disrupts Ghana’s existing judicial structure. Speaking exclusively on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, the Effutu Member of Parliament said the NPP’s position is that regional tribunals are […]

Ghana rejects Ramaphosa state visit over xenophobic attacks on its nationals

Ghana has declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, following growing concerns over xenophobic attacks targeting Ghanaian nationals and other African migrants in South Africa. Diplomatic sources in Accra and Pretoria confirmed to MyJoyOnline that the decision was taken after a recent wave of anti-foreigner violence in parts of South Africa, […]

Finance Ministry releases GH¢350 million for flood relief and mitigation following Mahama directive

The Ministry of Finance has transferred GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund to the National Disaster Management Committee to support emergency relief and flood mitigation efforts following the recent devastating floods that affected parts of the country. The release of the funds follows a directive by President John Dramani Mahama to Finance Minister Dr Cassiel […]

Mahama directs release of GH¢300m for flood relief and mitigation

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate release of GHS300 million from the Contingency Fund to support urgent flood relief and mitigation efforts following severe flooding in parts of Accra and other communities in southern Ghana. According to a statement issued by the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye […]

Mahama orders NADMO to map restricted lands to curb flooding risks in Accra

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and a national task force to conduct a comprehensive assessment of restricted and protected lands across Accra as part of renewed efforts to address the city’s recurring flooding challenges. He explained that the teams have been mandated to move across the capital, identify […]

Ghana-South Africa relations remain intact despite xenophobic attacks – Mahama

President John Mahama says Ghana’s diplomatic relations with South Africa remain strong despite recent xenophobic attacks that have forced the evacuation of some Ghanaian nationals. Speaking at Chatham House, a leading policy institute in London, during his five-day official visit to the United Kingdom, President Mahama described the attacks as unfortunate and expressed disappointment over […]

‘Refund our money or proceed to Nsawam’ – Mahama warns audit offenders

President John Mahama has issued a strong warning to public officials implicated in financial irregularities captured in the Auditor-General’s reports. He stated that those found responsible will either be made to refund the misappropriated funds or face imprisonment. Speaking at a diaspora town hall meeting in the United Kingdom on Sunday, May 31, the President […]