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Mahama urges removal of blockade on Cuba

26Sep

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Mahama urges removal of blockade on Cuba

President John Dramani Mahama has called for the removal of blockade on Cuba. The United States embargo against Cuba is an embargo preventing US businesses and citizens from conducting trade or commerce with Cuban interests since 1960. Speaking at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) in New York, President Mahama said: "As Dr Kwame Nkrumah, our nation's founder, famously said, 'we seek to be friends with all and enemies to none'." The President noted that the Cuban people shed their blood on African soil in the fight against apartheid. He reiterated that Cuba had been and continues to be a faithful friend of Africa. Touching on UN, the President said Ghana demands not only a reform of the Security Council, but also a reset of t...

Kennedy Agyapong to Speak on Africa’s Political Entrepreneurship and Leadership at Webster University

25Sep

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Kennedy Agyapong to Speak on Africa’s Political Entrepreneurship and Leadership at Webster University

The Ghanaian Association of Greater St. Louis (GAGSTL) will host Hon. Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Ghanaian businessman, politician, and presidential hopeful, as the special guest speaker at an event on Political Entrepreneurship and Leadership in Africa. The program is scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST at the Sunnen Lounge of Webster University, located at 175 Edgar Road, Webster Groves, Missouri. Under the theme “From Ghana to the World: Bold Ideas for Africa’s Future,” Agyapong will outline strategies to tackle Africa’s leadership challenges while inspiring young people to embrace political entrepreneurship. He emphasized that the future of the continent requires “decisive action” and not passive observation. “We will not just talk about Pol...

Six West Africans deported from US sent to Togo despite legal fight

25Sep

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Six West Africans deported from US sent to Togo despite legal fight

President John Mahama said Ghana had accepted the deal to take West African deportees from the US At least six of the 11 West Africans deported to Ghana as part of the US crackdown on immigration have been transferred to Togo, their lawyers have said. The group was in the process of suing Ghana's government to prevent their further deportation, amid concerns over their safety. "We can confirm that six were sent to Togo, the others have been sent to countries which I can't disclose at this point," lead lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor told the BBC. Only three of those sent to Togo are Togolese. The nationalities of the others has not been disclosed. Neither Togo nor Ghana has commented. The deportees' lawyers have subsequently withdrawn their case against the Ghana government...

NPP Refers Petitions Against Owusu Bempah to National Council

24Sep

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NPP Refers Petitions Against Owusu Bempah to National Council

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has formally referred petitions against its Deputy Director of Communications, Mr. Ernest Owusu Bempah, to the Party’s National Council for consideration. In a statement signed by the General Secretary, Mr. Justin Kodua Frimpong, the Party expressed grave concern over the conduct of Mr. Owusu Bempah, noting that it had received formal petitions from some members calling for his removal from office. The statement explained that since Mr. Owusu Bempah’s appointment was made upon the recommendation of the National Executive Committee (NEC) and subsequently approved by the National Council, the appropriate body to deliberate on the matter is the National Council. “The Party reaffirms its unwavering commitment to upholding discipline, safeguarding its valu...

Prof Seidu Alidu Mahama declared MP-elect for Tamale Central

24Sep

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Prof Seidu Alidu Mahama declared MP-elect for Tamale Central

Professor Seidu Alidu Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for the Tamale Central Constituency, has been declared the Member of Parliament (MP)-elect for the area. He was declared unopposed by the Electoral Commission (EC) in Tamale on Tuesday, September 23, following the official closure of an extended deadline for filling nominations for the bye elections. The deadline elapsed on Sunday, September 21 with no other political party stepping up to contest the seat. Prof Mahama had earlier, on September 6, 2025, secured an overwhelming endorsement from NDC delegates in the constituency to lead the party in the contest. The Tamale Central seat became vacant following the demise of the sitting MP, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, who...

UNGA80: President Mahama holds bilateral meeting with Namibian counterpart

24Sep

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UNGA80: President Mahama holds bilateral meeting with Namibian counterpart

President John Dramani Mahama and his Namibian counterpart Dr Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting in New York, United States. According to the Ghana Permanent Mission to the United Nations, President Mahama and President Dr Ndaitwah held the meeting on the margins of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) in New York. The two leaders reflected on Ghana’s historic role in Africa’s liberation and its steadfast support for Namibia’s independence. In addition, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation between their nations. Source: GNA

President Mahama, Ruto hold talks on sidelines of UN General Assembly

24Sep

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President Mahama, Ruto hold talks on sidelines of UN General Assembly

President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday held talks with Kenyan President William Sameoi Ruto on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, United States. The two leaders agreed that Africa must take bold steps to strengthen its financial systems as a foundation for sustainable growth. They also called for African countries to place at least 30 per cent of their foreign exchange reserves in African financial institutions. This, according to the two leaders, was the surest path to building resilience, unlocking Africa’s potential, and securing shared prosperity for generations to come. Source: GNA

Lawra constituents appeal to President Mahama to appoint MCE

24Sep

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Lawra constituents appeal to President Mahama to appoint MCE

The people of Lawra Constituency have appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to appoint a Chief Executive for the Lawra Municipality without further delay to propel the development of the municipality. They said the development of the municipality had faced a major setback following the prolonged absence of a substantive Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) after the demise of the former MCE, Alhaji Adams Muazu. The late Alhaji Muazu died in June 2025 following a protracted illness shortly after he was sworn into office in April 2025, but the Municipality is yet to get a replacement, which had heightened frustration among many constituents. Mr Justice Gaanu, the Presiding Member (PM) of the Lawra Municipal Assembly, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) in an interview that ongoing proje...

Ghana, Norway sign political consultations agreement to boost bilateral relations

24Sep

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Ghana, Norway sign political consultations agreement to boost bilateral relations

Ghana and Norway have signed a Political Consultations Agreement aimed at elevating bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation in key strategic sectors. The agreement was signed on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly meeting by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, , and Norway’s Minister of International Development, Mr Åsmund Grøver Aukrust. Under the framework, the two countries would deepen collaboration in oil and gas, trade facilitation, educational opportunities, agribusiness, artificial intelligence, maritime security, the blue economy, and intelligence sharing. Mr Ablakwa commended Mr Aukrust for his exceptional efforts in working with the Ghanaian delegation to conclude the agreement, describing the initiative as a ...

President Mahama Nominates Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice

23Sep

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President Mahama Nominates Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for appointment as the next Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana. The nomination, made in line with Article 144(1) of the 1992 Constitution, has been formally submitted to the Council of State for consideration. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, a seasoned jurist, has risen through the ranks of Ghana’s judiciary, serving at the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and currently at the Supreme Court. His judicial career has been marked by diligence, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law. With a reputation for intellect and impartiality, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie is widely respected within the Bench, the Bar, and the wider legal community. He has also contributed significantly to the development of ...