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John Dramani Mahama’s “reset agenda” is kicking into high gear as the new big boss at Ghana’s pension powerhouse, SSNIT, has dropped a bombshell: NONE of their properties are going up for grabs Kwasi Afreh Biney, the freshly appointed Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust, declared the Trust will hold onto every single one of its assets. His plan? Turn them into money-making machines to rake in fatter returns for hardworking Ghanaians. Biney made the stunning announcement at the opening of SSNIT’s new Spintex Road branch in Accra, telling everyone to calm down. “No need to panic,”…

The walls of Ghana’s revered judiciary are crumbling under the weight of explosive new allegations against the office of the Chief Justice. Justice Gertrude Araba Torkornoo, (recently suspended) stands accused of another scandalous web of corruption and flagrant conflict of interest, with her own daughters at the heart of the illicit dealings this time. Documents obtained by The New Republic (TNR) lay bare a shocking tale: CJ Torkornoo allegedly greenlighted a fat GHS 456,456.00 contract to a company linked directly to her offspring – Design Three Seven Limited. The beneficiary? None other than Edem Sarah Amiga Torkornoo, reportedly one of…

…as Traffic Nightmare Eases in Accra Drivers, frustrated commuters, and even market shoppers in Accra’s bustling Central Market are showering praises on the newly appointed Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) Chief Executive, Mr. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, for his swift and impactful decongestion exercise. Just days into his tenure, Allotey’s initiative is already bringing much-needed relief, untangling traffic snarls and easing movement across the city. The ongoing operation, now in its second day, is a joint effort by the AMA task force, National Security, and the Ghana Police Service, targeting notorious congestion hotspots like the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Neoplan Station. This city-wide…

NPP, Bawumia Sing Different Tunes as Mahama Gov’t Hails Miracle Performance By Gifty BoatengA seismic shift in Ghana’s economic landscape has thrown the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) into disarray, as the Ghana Cedi continues its impressive surge against the US Dollar and other currencies. The surprising performance, a stark contrast to the NPP’s eight-year tenure, has left party bigwigs, including former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, scrambling to offer explanations, often contradicting each other. For years, Dr. Bawumia was lauded as the NPP’s economic “wizkid,” yet his administration never achieved the currency stability now witnessed under the Dr. Ato…

Mother Accuses Bawumia of Betrayal and Lies Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia’s political trajectory is increasingly dogged by the unresolved death of his aide, Kwabena Boadu, nearly a decade ago. The tragedy, which occurred on the cusp of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2016 electoral victory, continues to fuel accusations of broken promises and a callous disregard for the bereaved family, raising serious questions about his leadership credentials. The proximate cause of Boadu’s death in Wa remains officially undetermined, a fact that his mother, Madam Georgina Amankwa (nee Baffoe), considers an added insult. Her recent public pronouncements have been scathing,…

In the aftermath of the recent devastating floods that wreaked havoc on parts of Accra, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Shamima Muslim, has laid bare the causes of the disaster and detailed the government’s urgent and long-range strategies to combat the recurring menace. Muslim did not mince words as she pinpointed a cocktail of structural deficiencies and irresponsible citizen behavior as the primary triggers of the calamity which hit major localities such as Ofankor Highway, Shiashie, Spintex, and Palace Mall on Sunday, May 18. “The floods in these areas were a direct result of depressed roads and choked drains, mostly due to…

The Management of SIC Insurance PLC on Tuesday May 20, held a strategic meeting with the Agents Association of SIC Insurance PLC (ASICA) at the National Insurance Commission (NIC) headquarters in Accra. The engagement aimed to honour the dedication of its agents, address key operational concerns, and chart new pathways for collaboration and sustainable growth. The well-attended meeting brought together agents from across the country, reflecting their strong commitment to the SIC Insurance brand. The gathering also served as a platform for open dialogue between management and the agency force, which has been instrumental in the company’s success. In his…

….As Ex-Council of State Member breaks silence, demands Police and National Security probe The Herald’s investigations into claims made by a New Patriotic Party (NPP) activist that three Supreme Court Justices held a meeting at a restaurant in the Villagio apartment complex concerning the ongoing probe into suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo are proving to be entirely unfounded. Their presence at the upscale Santoku Restaurant on Thursday, 15 May 2025, has been described as purely coincidental and bears no relation to what Alfred Ababio Kumi, the NPP activist, alleged in his petition, which Daily Graphic and Asaase…

The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has inaugurated the Governing Board of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), describing it as a pivotal milestone in President John Dramani Mahama’s efforts to revitalise Ghana’s economy through strategic gold management. At the ceremony, Dr Forson, congratulated the newly appointed Board members on behalf of President Mahama and commended them on their selection to steer what he termed a “flagship initiative for economic revitalisation”. He recounted the journey leading to the establishment of GoldBod, which began with the inauguration of a Technical Committee on January 27, 2025. The Committee was tasked with…

….Court orders psychiatric test The Circuit Court has ordered a psychiatric evaluation for Adina-Akpo Abdou Moudjibou, a suspected armed robber recently extradited from Togo, after police reported signs of severe mental instability. Investigators, have linked a minimum of 42 robberies to him. According to police prosecutors, Moudjibou, displayed disturbing behaviour in custody, including allegedly eating his own excreta. The revelation was made during his initial court appearance following his return to Ghana. Moudjibou, is one of three suspects linked to a robbery at East Legon and other areas in Accra. He is accused of breaking into the bedroom of Dr Jemimah…