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NPP Issues Directive to Members: Cease Public Discussions That Create Disaffection

20Mar

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NPP Issues Directive to Members: Cease Public Discussions That Create Disaffection

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a directive to its members, urging them to refrain from discussing internal party issues that could cause unrest or disaffection in the media and other public platforms. In a statement released today, the party acknowledged the disappointment and emotional distress among members following its defeat in the last election. While recognizing that many members have expressed their frustrations on various platforms, the party leadership is calling for calm and unity. The directive, signed by NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong, emphasizes that party members must immediately cease discussions that could foster negativity and division. The statement references Article 10(7)(5) of the party’s constitution, which mandates the coordination of pa...

NPP to Deliver ‘True State of the Nation Address’ on March 4

1Mar

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NPP to Deliver ‘True State of the Nation Address’ on March 4

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced that it will deliver what it calls the “True State of the Nation Address” on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. This move follows President John Dramani Mahama’s official State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 27, which the NPP claims misrepresented the realities of the country’s situation. In a press release signed by the party’s National Chairman, Stephen Ayensu Ntim, the NPP criticized President Mahama’s address for failing to provide a full and accurate picture of Ghana’s current trajectory since his administration took office on January 7, 2025. According to the statement, several alarming national challenges have emerged within weeks of President Mahama’s leadership, including worsening electricity instability, increasing security concer...

Minority leader challenges new Bank of Ghana Governor’s assumption of Office

5Feb

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Minority leader challenges new Bank of Ghana Governor’s assumption of Office

The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns over Dr Johnson Asiamah's assumption of official duties as Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), citing constitutional concerns. President John Dramani Mahama nominated Dr Asiamah on January 31, 2025, pending approval by the Council of State. In a letter to President Mahama dated February 4, by the Minority Leader, Mr Alexander Afenyo-Marking and copied to the Ghana News Agency, it challenged Dr Asiamah's assumption of office. It said: "Your Excellency, it is my considered view that Dr Johnson Asiamah should refrain from engaging in official duties at the Bank of Ghana until his nomination has been duly approved by the Council of State." The letter argued that Dr Asiamah's immediate assumption of office raised serious constitutional co...

Let’s build on Ghana’s peaceful transition legacy — Amb Edward Boateng

7Jan

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Let’s build on Ghana’s peaceful transition legacy — Amb Edward Boateng

Mr Edward Boateng, a former Ambassador to China, has urged citizens to build on Ghana's legacy of peaceful democratic transition, exhibited since 1992. He said the nation must continue to respect political discourse, strengthen institutions, and celebrate the democratic ideals which position the country as "a global beacon of hope and inspiration." His remarks follow the inauguration of the Ninth Parliament and the swearing-in of President-Elect, Mr John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The former Director General of the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) praised present and past leadership of the country for demonstrating statemanship and commitment to preserving national interest in all endeavours. "Moments like [this] highlight Ghana's remarkable democ...

You have been a worthy opponent – Mahama to Akufo-Addo

7Jan

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You have been a worthy opponent – Mahama to Akufo-Addo

President John Dramani Mahama has described former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as a worthy opponent in the game of politics. Delivering his inaugural address at the Independence Square in Accra on Tuesday, Mr Mahama said the handing over ceremony “feels a bit like a déjà vu,” as they both had handed over to each other in their leadership roles. "That is because eight years ago on this day, on January 7, 2017, we shared this same space and performed this same transitional exercise," he added. "At the time, I was the outgoing president, having served one term, and he was the incoming president, having been given a mandate by the people of Ghana to lead this great nation of ours". "He and I both understood on that day, as I'm sure we are today, that it is the people of G...

Our Constitution has served us well- Prez Akufo-Addo

4Jan

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Our Constitution has served us well- Prez Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has lauded the considerable progress Ghana had made in democratic governance under the 1992 Constitution. He recognized the constitution’s flaws but highlighted its key role in providing the longest period of stable, uninterrupted democratic governance in Ghana's history. The President made these statements during his final State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament on Friday. "Mr. Speaker, there is no perfect Constitution anywhere in the world and with all its shortcomings, I would say that this Constitution has served us well. “It has provided the platform for the longest period of uninterrupted, stable, constitutional, democratic governance in our history," he said. President Akufo-Addo confirmed that there have been calls for a...

‘Year of Return,’ ‘Beyond the Return’ Boosted Ghana’s Economy – Prez

3Jan

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‘Year of Return,’ ‘Beyond the Return’ Boosted Ghana’s Economy – Prez

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has stated that the "Year of Return" in 2019, followed by the "Beyond the Return" initiative, significantly boosted Ghana’s economy. He noted that these initiatives attracted over 1.5 million visitors and strengthened the country’s connections with the African diaspora, cementing Ghana’s status as a top destination for cultural heritage and investment. In his last State of the Nation address to Parliament on Friday in Accra, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that the development of eco-tourism sites and cultural heritage projects had significantly expanded Ghana’s tourism sector, attracting global attention. “One of the significant undertakings in this sector has been the renovation of the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum. “This celebrated site, dedic...

Ghana is destined for greatness – President Akufo-Addo

25Dec

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Ghana is destined for greatness – President Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has extended his heartfelt Christmas greetings to all Ghanaians, urging them to stay united. In his Christmas message, he emphasized that "Ghana is a nation destined for greatness" and called on the people to work together, guided by hope and love, to achieve remarkable things. The President wished the nation peace, joy, and blessings during the festive season, saying, "May this Christmas fill our hearts with joy, our homes with laughter, and our lives with blessings." He also encouraged citizens to continue striving for peace and unity, stressing the importance of supporting one another. President Akufo-Addo urged Ghanaians to renew their commitment to being agents of peace and progress, particularly during the holiday season. ...

President Akufo-Addo orders security agencies to clamp down post-election disturbances

25Dec

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President Akufo-Addo orders security agencies to clamp down post-election disturbances

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has directed the security agencies to work assiduously to clamp down on the disturbances following Ghana's recent December 7 General Election. The rule of law should prevail, he cautioned. "Those who might contemplate using violence to achieve their aims should know this. Our nation's peace is sacred, and it will not be sacrificed on the altar of ambition," the President noted in his Christmas message to the nation. He stated that the unnecessary acts of violence "has tarnished the otherwise exemplary democratic exercise", saying the Government would not countenance any action likely to disrupt the nation's peace and stability. The outgoing President stated that generally the country had achieved another monumental milestone in its developm...

How the New Patriotic Party Lost Power in an Unprecedented Way to the NDC in Election 2024

11Dec

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How the New Patriotic Party Lost Power in an Unprecedented Way to the NDC in Election 2024

The 2024 general election in Ghana will be remembered as one of the most unexpected political shifts in the country’s history. After nearly a decade in power, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) suffered a shocking defeat at the hands of their long-time rivals, the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The events leading up to this unprecedented change of leadership reveal a combination of factors that culminated in a political earthquake, reshaping the nation's political landscape. The Prelude: Growing Discontent For years, the NPP, led by President Nana Akufo-Addo, had been the dominant political force, having won two consecutive terms since 2016. However, the atmosphere heading into the 2024 elections was markedly different. While the party had delivered some key reforms and infrastr...