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Western Region NDC Chairman lauds President for nominating Nelson as Western Regional Minister  
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Western Region NDC Chairman lauds President for nominating Nelson as Western Regional Minister  

Nana Kojo Toku, Western Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for nominating Mr Joseph Nelson as the Western Regional Minister.   According to him, Mr Nelson has the expertise and would bring fresh ideas to the table to build on the progress made by the past government in the region.   In an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA) on the new appointment, Nana Toku said, "l have worked with Mr Nelson for 12 years in the region as the regional secretary of the NDC. He knows the challenges in the region, so when the opportunity came l presented his name to the President and am glad, he accepted him".   He said, "I am confident that the regional minister designate will not only excel in his new role, but he w...
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Mahama hails Otumfuo Osei Tutu’s contributions towards national development 
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Mahama hails Otumfuo Osei Tutu’s contributions towards national development 

President John Dramani Mahama on Sunday hailed the contributions of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, towards national development.  He praised the Asantehene for his wise counsel and support, which facilitated the achievements in his first term as President.  President Mahama gave the commendations on Sunday when he joined the Otumfuo and Asanteman to celebrate Akwasidae Festival at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.  The President cited some projects that were executed in the Ashanti Region during his first term, such as roads, markets, schools, hospitals, extension of electricity and water to many homes.  President Mahama pledged to consult the Asantehene even more especially at a time Ghanaians were witnessing the worst crisis in Ghana’s history  He al...
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School for Life congratulates Minister-designate for Education 
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School for Life congratulates Minister-designate for Education 

School for Life, an NGO, has congratulated Mr Haruna Iddrisu, Member of Parliament for Tamale South Constituency on his nomination as Minister-designate for Education.  School for Life, in a press statement, signed by its Director, Madam Wedad Sayibu and copied to the Ghana News Agency in Tamale, expressed its support for Mr Iddrisu in addressing issues in the country’s educational sector.  The statement said, “As a civil society organisation working to ensure that education is accessible to all Ghanaian children, and that quality is realised in the public schools, we assure you of our unflinching support in addressing the issues in Ghana's education sector."  It said, "Your exemplary record as a student leader and advocate for equitable public education financing remain...
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Government will abolish E-Levy in its first budget- Dr Ato Forson
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Government will abolish E-Levy in its first budget- Dr Ato Forson

The Minister of Finance designate, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has promised to abolish the e-levy in the first budget of the government. Speaking during his appearance at the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Monday, he said “my position on the e-levy is not new. It has not changed and I still stand by my position to abolish it”. Dr Ato Forson said his position on the e-levy does not mean that he does not appreciate the need for revenue. He added “however, the e-levy is neither a direct, an indirect or excise tax”. Dr Ato Forson said e-levy retards progress towards financial inclusion and a cash-lite economy. “When approved, I will abolish the e-elevy in my first budget”, he said. He said his topmost priorities include working very hard to lower prices, stabilise the...
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You will transform the justice system for all – Upper East NDC on Dr Ayine’s nomination
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You will transform the justice system for all – Upper East NDC on Dr Ayine’s nomination

The Upper East Regional branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed confidence in the Minister-Designate for Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, to transform the justice system and ensure fairness for all. “This nomination is a testament to your unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and outstanding contributions to the nation,” a statement, signed and copied to the Ghana News Agency in Bolgatanga by Mr Jonathan Salifu, the Regional Communications Officer of the party. “We are confident that your expertise, vision, and commitment to justice will bring transformative progress to this critical sector.” The statement expressed profound gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for entrusting the ministry they described a...
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President Mahama revokes seven ministries  
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President Mahama revokes seven ministries  

President John Dramani Mahama has by an Executive Instrument (EI), 2/25 revoked seven ministries.   The revoked Ministries include Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, National Security, Parliamentary Affairs, Sanitation and Water Resources, Public Enterprises, Information and Railway Development.   The former Ministry of Youth and Sports was split into the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment; and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation.   In addition, the EI merged the Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs and the Ministry of Local Government, Decentralization and Rural Development to create the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs.   In the exercise of the power conferred on the President under section 11...
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Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission warns against nepotism and cronyism under Mahama’s government   
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Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission warns against nepotism and cronyism under Mahama’s government   

Alhaji Maulvi Mohammed Bin Salih, Ameer (Head) and Missionary-in-charge of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, has advised the newly elected government against political and economic nepotism and cronyism.    He warned that nepotism and cronyism bred injustice and posed significant threat to national peace and security.    Alhaji Bin Salih gave the caution at the 92nd National Annual Convention of the Mission at Gomoa Pomadze near Winneba Junction in the Central Region.   The three-day event held on the theme: "Justice and peace – the essential ingredients for national  development", was graced by President John Dramani Mahama as the Guest of Honour.    It was attended by more than 50,0000 Ghanaian Ahmadi Muslims as well as traditional lea...
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Nana Kutua V reminds President Mahama of his promise to build a Hospital at Nkroful
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Nana Kutua V reminds President Mahama of his promise to build a Hospital at Nkroful

Nana Kwasi Kutua V, the Chief of Nkroful in the Ellembele District of the Western Region, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to fulfill his promise of building a Hospital for the District. He noted that aside from the St. Martin De Porres Hospital at Eikwe, Ellembelle could not boast of a befitting hospital to cater for the healthcare needs of the people. President Mahama made a promise to build an ultra-modern District Hospital at Nkroful when he joined the Chiefs and people of Ellembelle to celebrate the Nkrumah Festival (NkrumahFest) in September 2024. The promise followed a request by the Nana Kutua V to release a land for the construction of the health facility. In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, the Chief said the population of Ellembelle had increased i...
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Government to institute Microcredit Scheme for deprived communities
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Government to institute Microcredit Scheme for deprived communities

The Government will soon institute a Microcredit Scheme to support people living in deprived Muslim communities. It would also introduce Islamic banking instruments into the financial system in Ghana, based on the Bank of Ghana’s advice. President Mahama said this at the Muslims National Thanksgiving Service held at the National Mosque at Kanda, 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 advised those in leadership positions, both elected and those who continued to serve, to note that leadership was a sacred trust, and it came with enormous responsibility. "This moment of thanksgiving is also a moment for reflection. We pray that Allah grants all of us wisdom,...
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Government to establish additional Eid al-Fitr holiday, reduce Hajj fares
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Government to establish additional Eid al-Fitr holiday, reduce Hajj fares

The Government has promised to add one more holiday to the Eid al-Fitr national holiday and reduce Hajj fares to enable more Moslems to participate in the annual pilgrimage. "We promised to add one more holiday to the Eid al-Fitr. So as soon as parliament settles, we're going to amend the Holidays Act to include an extra holiday on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr," President John Dramani Mahama said at the Muslims National Thanksgiving Service on Friday. “And so this year after we finish the fast of the Ramadan we will have two holidays for the Salah festivities." The event, which was held at the National Mosque, Kanda, Accra, and chaired by the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, was to thank Allah for a peaceful December 7 general election. President Mahama said in ...
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