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President-elect John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to implementing his ambitious 24-Hour Economy policy as a cornerstone of his administration’s strategy to revive the ailing economy and tackle unemployment. In a New Year statement to Ghanaians, former president Mahama outlined his vision for a prosperous 2025, emphasizing hope, progress, and shared prosperity for all. The statement, which highlighted the incoming government’s policy direction, underscored the urgency of revitalizing Ghana’s economy. “This year marks the beginning of another chapter and a renewed promise to you—hope, progress, and shared prosperity,” Mr. Mahama declared, urging citizens to remain optimistic about the nation’s…

The President of the Private Newspaper and Online Publishers Association of Ghana, (PRINPAG), Andrew Edwin Arthur, has issued a New Year message to all members, extending warm wishes for a prosperous 2025 and emphasizing the crucial role of the media as the fourth estate of the realm. In his message, President Arthur commended PRINPAG members for their professional competence and high journalistic standards exhibited during the December 2024 general elections. He stressed the importance of the evolving relationship between media practitioners and the state for holistic national development. Highlighting the need for fairness and inclusivity in interactions between state officials…

….For non-payment of debt

The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has provided clarification regarding the outstanding debts of the McDan group of Companies (Ltd) The GACL stated that McDan Company Limited owes a total of $3,995,622.66 and GHS 13,523.37.  This includes $640,232.48 for rent and fees for Terminal 1, $1,160,827.23 for a block factory on 5.66 acres off Spintex Road, $2,168,266.75 for an airport logistics building on 10.63 acres off Spintex Road, $8,140 for space rental at the Courier Enclave (0.59 acres), and $18,156.20 (GHS 13,523.37) for offices at the Cargo Village. According to the GACL, multiple letters were sent, and several meetings were…

Member of Parliament for the Klottey Korle Constituency, Dr. Zanetor Agyemang Rawlings has underscored the urgent need for leadership with integrity and accountability at all levels of governance. Speaking passionately at the 31st December Revolution commemoration held at the Nungua Town Park, the eldest daughter of the 1st President under the 4th Republic of Ghana, the late Jerry John Rawlings strongly advocated for a national ethos rooted in responsibility, fairness, and ethical leadership. “We must hold one another accountable. We must make sure that we reinstitute consequence management. This means that if we do so properly, this psyche that people…

The Shocking Story of Kidnapping and Human Rights Abuse

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Bright Simons has questioned the NPP’s legal strategy regarding the Electoral Commission’s declarations in some disputed constituencies. He noted that, given the factual dispute over whether results had already been declared in those constituencies, it was puzzling why the NPP sought a compulsion order (mandamus) rather than first pursuing an overturning order (certiorari).  He argued that the NPP should have requested the court to “quash” the initial EC declarations as illegal or non-compliant before seeking a fresh tally. Ghana’s ruling party (NPP) went to the High Court to obtain a compulsion order compelling the Electoral…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Professionals Forum has honoured the Speaker of Parliament, Alban S.K. Bagbin for his role in strengthening Ghana’s democracy and providing steady leadership in the 8th “hung” Parliament. The NDC Professional Forum, a wing of the party said Speaker Bagbin deserved the honour for his “commitment to democratic principles and his efforts to promote accountability and collaboration within Parliament.” Leader of the forum, Ambassador Sam P. Yalley, highlighted Bagbin’s achievements as a founding member of the forum and his contributions to advancing the party’s vision and strengthening national governance. In his remarks, Speaker Bagbin acknowledged the…

Director for Legal for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, is ‘extremely grateful’ to the Supreme Court after it among others instructed a High Court judge, Justice Joseph Adu Owusu Agyeman, to stay away from the case involving results of some nine constituencies. The apex court yesterday December 27 directed that, a different judge sits on the mandamus brought before the High Court by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) that saw the judge order for re-collation of results for the troubled constituencies. This comes after the opposition party rushed to the Supreme Court to Stay the Execution of the…

Beatrice Annan, a lawyer and prominent member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Communication Team, has reassured Ghanaians of the party’s commitment to a smooth and effective transition process. In a Facebook post addressed to Ghanaians, Beatrice Annan emphasized the President-elect’s team’s dedication to conducting the transition in a manner that prioritizes the nation’s welfare. She maintained that the process aligns with the party’s “Reset Agenda,” which aims to address key challenges facing the country and set it on a path of progress. “Dear Ghanaians, be rest assured that the NDC Transition Team, led by the President-elect, John Dramani Mahama,…