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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Graces Asogli Teza Yam Festival on Behalf of Former President Mahama
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Graces Asogli Teza Yam Festival on Behalf of Former President Mahama

Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, represented His Excellency former President John Dramani Mahama at this year’s Asogli Teza Yam Festival, celebrated under the distinguished leadership of Togbe Afede XIV, Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State. The annual festival, held in Ho, also known as the Oxygen City, brought together traditional leaders, government officials, and citizens from across the country to celebrate the harvest of yam — a crop deeply symbolic of resilience, productivity, and Ghana’s rich agricultural heritage. Speaking at the event, Vice President Opoku-Agyemang highlighted the significance of the festival as a reminder of Ghana’s collective duty to preserve its cultural heritage while pursuing sustainable development. She noted that beyond its cu...
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Vice President Commends Launch of Adwumawura Programme to Empower 10,000 Youth Entrepreneurs
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Vice President Commends Launch of Adwumawura Programme to Empower 10,000 Youth Entrepreneurs

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has hailed the Adwumawura Programme as a groundbreaking initiative that is redefining entrepreneurship and innovation in Ghana. Speaking at the onboarding and orientation event held at the University of Ghana, the Vice President underscored the programme’s ambition to transform the entrepreneurial landscape by equipping young Ghanaians with the resources, training, and environment needed to thrive. Launched in April 2025 as a flagship initiative of President John Dramani Mahama, the Adwumawura Programme is spearheaded by the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), under the leadership of Mr. Eric Adjei, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment led by Hon. George Opare Addo. The programme a...
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Pays Courtesy Call on Asantehene at Manhyia Palace
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Pays Courtesy Call on Asantehene at Manhyia Palace

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has paid a courtesy call on His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi as part of her recent visit to the Ashanti Region. During the visit, the Vice President expressed her heartfelt condolences to the Asantehene and the people of Asanteman on the passing of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III. She described the loss as one deeply felt not only in the Ashanti Kingdom but across the entire nation. The meeting, marked by mutual respect and cordiality, also provided an opportunity for the Vice President and the Asantehene to reaffirm the strong bonds of solidarity between government and traditional authorities. Madam Opoku-Agyemang emphasized the importance of preserving and strengthening the...
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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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President Mahama Suspends All Activities Following Helicopter Tragedy; Declares Three Days of National Mourning
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President Mahama Suspends All Activities Following Helicopter Tragedy; Declares Three Days of National Mourning

President John Dramani Mahama has suspended all official activities and engagements for the remainder of the week in response to the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including key government officials. In a statement issued by the Presidency, it was announced that the nation will observe three days of national mourning, commencing Thursday, August 7, 2025. As part of the mourning period, the government has directed that all national flags be flown at half-mast until further notice. The crash, described as a national tragedy, has plunged the country into a state of shock and sorrow, with tributes pouring in from across the globe in honour of the departed. Speaking on behalf of the President, Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Member of Parliament and Spoke...
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Vice President Leads Delegation to Console Families of Helicopter Crash Victims
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Vice President Leads Delegation to Console Families of Helicopter Crash Victims

In the wake of the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight prominent Ghanaians earlier today, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has led a high-level government delegation to officially inform and console the bereaved families. Accompanied by senior government officials, national executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and representatives of the Military High Command, the Vice President personally visited the homes of Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, and Alhaji Muniru Lumuna, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, both of whom perished in the crash. In a show of solidarity and empathy, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah and NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia led a separate team...
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Mayor of Accra receives Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Nkrumah Memorial Park
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Mayor of Accra receives Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Nkrumah Memorial Park

The Mayor of Accra, Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, on Thursday received the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum in Accra, to pay homage to Ghana’s founding President, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Prime Minister Modi, who is in Ghana for a two-day official visit at the invitation of President John Dramani Mahama, was accompanied by Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, and other senior government officials. Welcoming the Indian Prime Minister, Mayor Allotey described the visit as historic and a profound gesture of respect for Ghana’s independence struggle, a reaffirmation of the enduring friendship between the two nations and a testament to the shared values of freedom, solidarity, and development that both countri...
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Mayor of Accra rallies residents ahead of First Lady’s free medical outreach on Friday, July 4
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Mayor of Accra rallies residents ahead of First Lady’s free medical outreach on Friday, July 4

The Mayor of Accra, Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has encouraged residents to take advantage of the upcoming community medical outreach being organised by the Ghana AIDS Commission in partnership with the First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, Her Excellency Lordina Mahama. According to him, the initiative, which aligns with the Assembly’s broader goal of promoting public health and improving the well-being of Accra’s citizens, is scheduled to take place on Friday, 4th July 2025, at the forecourt of the Accra City Hall (AMA Head Office) close to the Octagon building, starting from 9:00 a.m. Speaking after distributing over 500 hot meals to head porters and the underprivileged in the Tudu and Cocoa Marketing Board (CMB) areas of the Central Business District (CBD) to mark the maiden Nati...
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Vice President Opoku-Agyemang heralds Central Region Expo 2025  
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Vice President Opoku-Agyemang heralds Central Region Expo 2025  

Vice President, Professor Jane Nana Opoku-Agyemang heralds this year's Central Regional Coordinating Council (CRCC) Trade, Tourism and Investment Expo, dubbed: “Central Expo 2025.”   The Vice President will officially open the fair on Monday, August 25 at the Adisadel school park.   Themed: “Unlocking business opportunities in the Central Region,” the Expo 25, starts on Friday, August 23 to Sunday, 31 and will showcase the region's vast trade, tourism, and investment opportunities to the world.   The annual week-long event is designed to attract thousands of exhibitors and investors to tap into the economic potential of the region, accelerating its development trajectory.   The expo also serves to enhance international exposure, foster partnerships...
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President Mahama celebrates 33rd anniversary of NDC
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President Mahama celebrates 33rd anniversary of NDC

President John Dramani Mahama, leader of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has celebrated the 33rd anniversary of the party. The President in a statement said: "Today, we proudly celebrate 33 years since the National Democratic Congress (NDC) was born, a testament to the enduring legacy of our unwavering dedication as members of the NDC and that of our Founder, Jerry John Rawlings". "Today, we honour the activists, comrades, and pioneers whose contributions and sacrifices have shaped our democracy and significantly contributed to the development of our country." To their members and supporters across the world, President Mahama said their loyalty and resilience were their greatest assets. "As we look ahead, let’s draw strength and inspiration from our history, harne...
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