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Ghana, EU Sign Landmark Security and Defence Partnership
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Ghana, EU Sign Landmark Security and Defence Partnership

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has welcomed Kaja Kallas, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission, on her official visit to Ghana. The visit marks a significant step in strengthening the long-standing relationship between Ghana and the European Union, culminating in the signing of a historic Ghana–European Union Security and Defence Partnership. With this agreement, Ghana becomes the first African nation to enter into such a strategic arrangement with the EU, joining other global partners including the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, and Norway. Speaking during the engagement, the Vice President commended the EU for its continued support through key initiatives such as the European ...
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Vice President Calls for Stronger EU-Ghana Security Partnership Amid Regional Tensions
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Vice President Calls for Stronger EU-Ghana Security Partnership Amid Regional Tensions

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening its strategic partnership with the European Union to promote peace and stability across the sub-region. Speaking on recent security developments, the Vice President acknowledged the EU’s continued support to Ghana through key initiatives such as the European Peace Facility and the EU Security and Defence Initiative. These programs have collectively supported more than 30 security-related projects in Ghana, covering areas including conflict prevention, counterterrorism, border management, maritime security, and cybersecurity. She noted that the collaboration has significantly strengthened Ghana’s security architecture and contributed to broader regional stability. However, Vice President Opoku-A...
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Vice President Opens 74th WAEC Council Meeting, Honours Top WASSCE Performers
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Vice President Opens 74th WAEC Council Meeting, Honours Top WASSCE Performers

The Vice President of Ghana, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has officially opened the 74th Annual Council Meeting of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), hosted in Ghana this year. Addressing delegates at the ceremony, the Vice President commended member governments for their sustained commitment to WAEC, describing it as one of the most effective examples of regional cooperation in West Africa. She noted that the Council continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the human capital of participating countries while maintaining high standards in education. She emphasized the need for WAEC to preserve its credibility and integrity, particularly in tackling examination malpractice. According to her, addressing the issue requires a collective effort involving schools, communities, a...
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Bawumia to Deliver Keynote at LSE Africa Summit 2026 on AI and Continental Unity
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Bawumia to Deliver Keynote at LSE Africa Summit 2026 on AI and Continental Unity

Former Vice President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to deliver the keynote address at the 2026 LSE Africa Summit, scheduled to take place at the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). The summit, themed “Artificial Intelligence and Unifying Borders in Africa,” will bring together policymakers, academics, business leaders, and students from across the continent and beyond to explore how emerging technologies can foster integration and drive sustainable development in Africa. Dr. Bawumia, who served as Ghana’s Vice President from 2017 to 2025, is expected to share insights on the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in governance, trade, and cross-border collaboration. His address will likely highlight the importance of digital innovatio...
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Vice President Welcomes New Ghanaian Citizens at Oath Ceremony
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Vice President Welcomes New Ghanaian Citizens at Oath Ceremony

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with Africans in the diaspora as she welcomed newly naturalized citizens during a swearing-in ceremony held earlier this evening. The ceremony, which involved individuals taking the Oath of Allegiance to officially become Ghanaian citizens, was organized by the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Presidency in collaboration with the Ministry of the Interior (Ghana). The Diaspora Affairs Office operates under the leadership of Kofi Okyere Darko, while the Interior Ministry is headed by Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak. Addressing the gathering, the Vice President described the event as a significant step in deepening Ghana’s relationship with the global African community. She noted that the ceremony...
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Meets Women in Engineering Ghana, Calls for Inclusive Development and Stronger Mentorship
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Meets Women in Engineering Ghana, Calls for Inclusive Development and Stronger Mentorship

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the critical role women play in Ghana’s national development, urging greater inclusion, bold participation, and strategic thinking across all sectors. The Vice President made these remarks during a meeting with Women in Engineering Ghana at her office, describing the association as an inspiring group that continues to demonstrate how women are actively shaping the country’s development agenda through innovation, leadership, and service. She commended the group for their dedication and encouraged members to take time to reflect, strategize, and rethink conventional approaches to problem-solving. According to her, sustainable national development requires a shift in how challenges are conceptualized, stressing that progress must b...
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Supports Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital with Donation
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Supports Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital with Donation

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has made a separate donation to the Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital as part of her continued commitment to supporting institutions that cater for vulnerable members of society. The donation, which was presented on her behalf by Hon. Kakra Yalley, is aimed at enhancing the care and welfare of patients as well as supporting frontline caregivers at the facility. It forms part of a broader initiative focused on strengthening social support systems and improving conditions within critical public health institutions. Speaking on the gesture, the Vice President emphasized that supporting facilities such as Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital is a vital step toward reducing stigma associated with mental health and improving access to quality mental health servi...
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Supports Ankaful Prison Through Annual Donation
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Supports Ankaful Prison Through Annual Donation

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has once again demonstrated her commitment to social responsibility and human dignity through a donation to the Ankaful Prison in Cape Coast, as part of a longstanding annual tradition of giving back. The donation, made on her behalf, was carried out by a team led by Hon. Kakra Yalley and was aimed at supporting the welfare of both inmates and officers of the facility. According to the Vice President, the yearly exercise is rooted in a strong belief that every Ghanaian, regardless of their circumstances, deserves to be treated with dignity and humanity. She emphasized that prisons are not merely places of confinement but institutions meant for correction, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society. “Ensuring that the basic welfare needs...
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Meets Complementary Education Agency Leadership
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Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Meets Complementary Education Agency Leadership

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has held a meeting with the leadership of the Complementary Education Agency (CEA) as part of efforts to strengthen the delivery of complementary education across the country. The meeting, which took place at the Vice President’s Office, was led by the Acting Executive Director of the Agency, Hon. Daniel Kwasi Ashiamah. Discussions centered on ways to enhance the Agency’s capacity to improve access to quality education for children who are outside the formal school system. During the engagement, Vice President Opoku-Agyemang raised concerns about staffing shortages at the Agency, noting that the challenge continues to affect its ability to sustain and expand its operations nationwide. She emphasized the need for adequate human resources to sup...
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Vice President Represents President Mahama at 93rd Ahmadiyya Jalsa Salana in Winneba
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Vice President Represents President Mahama at 93rd Ahmadiyya Jalsa Salana in Winneba

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has represented President John Dramani Mahama at the 93rd Jalsa Salana of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, held in Winneba, reaffirming government’s commitment to peace, moral leadership, and inclusive national development. Addressing the annual convention, which is held in the spirit of renewal, dialogue, and peace, the Vice President commended the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community for its enduring dedication to national unity and social harmony. She described the Community’s motto, “Love for All, Hatred for None,” as a powerful lesson that continues to resonate across faiths, cultures, and communities in Ghana. The Vice President reflected on the theme of this year’s Jalsa Salana, “Moral Decadence and Our Responsibilities in the Light of Islamic Tea...
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