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Former President Kufuor Visits President Mahama to Offer Condolences
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Former President Kufuor Visits President Mahama to Offer Condolences

In a show of solidarity and statesmanship, former President John Agyekum Kufuor on Thursday paid a visit to President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, and First Lady Lordina Mahama at their residence to express his condolences and support following the recent national tragedies. The visit comes in the wake of the August 6 military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two cabinet ministers, other senior government officials, and three military officers, plunging the nation into mourning. Former President Kufuor was warmly received by President Mahama, the Vice President, the First Lady, and other government officials. During the meeting, he conveyed his heartfelt sympathies and offered words of comfort to the nation’s leadership. “I joined them a...
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Dr. Bawumia Mourns Victims of Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to President Mahama and Nation
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Dr. Bawumia Mourns Victims of Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to President Mahama and Nation

Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two Cabinet Ministers and six others earlier today. In a message of condolence sent to President John Dramani Mahama, Dr. Bawumia described the incident as “heart-wrenching” and a devastating loss for the entire nation. “The fallen men paid the ultimate price in the service of our motherland, leaving a shocked nation in pain,” he said in his statement. The crash, which has sent ripples of grief across Ghana, claimed the lives of Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Dr. Alhaji Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and six other individuals, including high-ranking public officials and mem...
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NEW PATRIOTIC PARTY DEVASTATED BY THE TRAGIC DEATH OF EIGHT PERSONS IN A MILITARY HELICOPTER CRASH
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NEW PATRIOTIC PARTY DEVASTATED BY THE TRAGIC DEATH OF EIGHT PERSONS IN A MILITARY HELICOPTER CRASH

The New Patriotic Party is reeling with sorrow and grief following the tragic crash of a military helicopter that claimed the lives of all eight persons onboard. Their passing is not only a devastating blow to their families but also a profound loss to the entire nation they worked to protect and build. We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. No words can truly capture the anguish of this moment. We pray that the Almighty God grants them comfort and strength during this excruciatingly difficult period. We call for a thorough, transparent, and swift investigation into the cause of the crash. The dignity of the lives lost demands answers and accountability to ensure that such a tragedy never happens again. In this time of grief, we call on a...
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Kwabena Agyei Agyepong Mourns Victims of GAF Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to Bereaved Families
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Kwabena Agyei Agyepong Mourns Victims of GAF Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to Bereaved Families

Renowned engineer and former NPP General Secretary, Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals in the Ashanti Region. In a heartfelt statement released on Wednesday, Agyepong described the incident as a “devastating blow to our nation,” mourning the loss of courageous men—public servants and military personnel—who, he said, dedicated their lives to Ghana’s peace and stability. “This is a moment of profound national grief,” Agyepong said. “We have lost courageous men; public servants and soldiers who dedicated their lives to the country’s peace and stability.” Offering his condolences on behalf of himself, his family, and his campaign team, the former Press Secretary to...
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NPP Denies Allegations of Contract with Ukrainian PR Firm for Smear Campaign
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NPP Denies Allegations of Contract with Ukrainian PR Firm for Smear Campaign

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly refuted allegations that it engaged the services of a Ukrainian public relations firm, Brandcom, to conduct an online smear campaign ahead of the 2024 general elections. This follows a report published by AllAfrica.com on July 31, 2025, under the headline, “Ukrainian PR Agency Demands $280,000 From Ghana’s NPP for Online Smear Campaign,” which claimed that Brandcom was owed money by the ruling party for digital activities during the previous election cycle. In a swift and strongly worded response, the NPP described the allegations as “completely false, baseless, and defamatory.” The party insists that it has “no contractual relationship (past or present) with any entity known as Brandcom, based in Ukraine or elsewhere.” The statement, sig...
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Dr. Bawumia Visits Daddy Lumba’s Family, Calls for State Funeral
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Dr. Bawumia Visits Daddy Lumba’s Family, Calls for State Funeral

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, accompanied by leading officials of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Members of Parliament, and close friends, has paid a visit to the family of the late Ghanaian music legend, Daddy Lumba, to express his condolences and sign the book of condolence. During the solemn visit to the late musician’s residence, Dr. Bawumia acknowledged the profound impact Daddy Lumba had on Ghanaian society through his “deep and timeless songs,” describing his musical legacy as “immense and irreplaceable.” Recognizing the icon’s lifelong contribution to the nation’s cultural identity and musical heritage, Dr. Bawumia made a passionate appeal for the state to honour Daddy Lumba with a state funeral, stating that such a tribute would be a fitting recognition of his ...
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NPP Leadership, Minority Caucus sign Daddy Lumba’s book of condolence 
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NPP Leadership, Minority Caucus sign Daddy Lumba’s book of condolence 

The leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and some members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament on Tuesday visited the family of Daddy Lumba to sign the Book of Condolence for the legendary Ghanaian musician who has passed on. The Book of Condolence of the Legendary Daddy Lumba was officially opened today with some top dignitaries trouping to his residence to grieve with the bereaved family.  Mr. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, told journalists after the signing that Daddy Lumba was part of the NPP fraternity and they would do everything possible to give him a befitting burial.  "He was a source of inspiration to many through his music, and today the entire NPP leadership is here to show their support to the family.  "He ha...
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TikTok star inspires unity at NPP conference
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TikTok star inspires unity at NPP conference

fluencer Salamatu Abdulrahman, 22, has become a symbol of resilience and dedication at the ongoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) Annual Delegates Conference in Accra. Despite facing social prejudice, Salamatu continues to actively promote the Party’s ideals on her growing digital platform, using TikTok to engage the youth, mobilise support, and advocate unity. She frequently shares pro-NPP content and messages with thousands of followers. “I’m not doing this to be recognised,” she told the Ghana News Agency at the Conference. “But if the Party sees value in what I do, it would be my greatest dream to one day serve as the NPP Youth Organiser.” She called on Party members to overcome internal divisions and rally together as the NPP seeks to rebuild following its 2024 electoral defeat...
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Desist from divisive acts—Bawumia urges NPP members
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Desist from divisive acts—Bawumia urges NPP members

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to eschew divisive language, tribalism and internal conflict for party unity. Speaking at the NPP’s National Annual Delegates Conference at the University of Ghana, Legon, on Saturday, Dr Bawumia, former Vice President, said the party must prioritise unity, discipline and mutual respect ahead of the 2028 elections to strengthen internal cohesion and serve Ghana’s best interests. “Now more than ever, we must refresh them and desist from any language, character, or actions that divide us. With unity and consistency, we can regain the trust of Ghanaians,” he said. “If we are fractured and at each other's throats, none of us can cross over and lead us to fulfil this party's purpose,” he added. Dr Bawumia describ...
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Choose unity over evil – Afenyo-Markin urges NPP delegates
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Choose unity over evil – Afenyo-Markin urges NPP delegates

Mr Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, has called for unity within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), urging delegates to put aside personal ambition, internal rifts, and bitterness in order to rebuild the Party for victory in the 2028 general election. Addressing thousands of party faithful at the University of Ghana Stadium during the NPP’s Annual Delegates Conference on Saturday, Mr Afenyo-Markin said the Party stood at a critical juncture, a moment not of despair, but of renewal and rededication. “It is time to choose unity over evil, and party over self. If we fight one another, we will fall together. But if we fight for one another, we shall rise together,” he said. The Minority Leader admitted the Party had made mistakes and suffered internal divisions that contribute...
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