Author: Kojo Nakkan

The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq., has undertaken a night monitoring exercise at selected petroleum depots in Tema to assess the progress of the pilot phase of the 24-Hour Economy Programme in the downstream petroleum sector. Mr Tameklo, accompanied by key stakeholders including the Lead for Energy at the 24 Hour Authority, Roland Azuguvu; Director for the 24 Hour Programme at the Ghana Police Service, ACP Benjamin Ania; Tema Regional Police Commander, DCOP Asiedu; and representatives from the National Security Council Secretariat and the Ghana Revenue Authority’s Customs Division, engaged operators and staff…

The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, has accused government of significantly reducing expenditure because of poor revenue performance during the first quarter of 2026. Contributing to debate in Parliament on Tuesday, the Tano North MP argued that weak revenue mobilisation has forced government to scale back spending, including capital investment. “In quarter one alone of 2026, government revenue fell short by 4.5% and by so doing government had to reduce expenditure by 29%,” he said. Dr Boako further noted that, “In 2025 alone, government revenue fell short by 2.2% and government expenditure fell by 13%,…

The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Alhaji Yusif Sulemana, has paid tribute to the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II, describing him as a peaceful, development-oriented and forgiving traditional ruler who consistently prioritised the welfare of his people. Speaking in Parliament following the passing of the Ya-Na on Saturday, July 11, Alhaji Sulemana said the late Overlord lived an exemplary life rooted in faith and service. “Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. From whom we have come and to him we shall all return. We were not surprised when the…

The Vice Chairman of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Davis Ansah Opoku, has raised concerns over Ghana’s limited success in recovering public funds flagged in audit reports, describing follow-through on accountability measures as a major challenge. Mr Opoku, who is also the Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, said between 2020 and 2023, the Auditor-General identified GH¢38.99 billion for recovery, but only GH¢12.72 billion had been retrieved so far. He made the remarks while chairing a panel discussion at the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS), Burma Camp, on the theme: ‘Beyond External Audit and Oversight: Rethinking Strategic Options for Safeguarding…

The Vice Chairman of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Davis Ansah Opoku, has proposed a set of reforms, including artificial intelligence-assisted auditing and a national contract monitoring portal, to strengthen accountability in Ghana’s public financial management system. Mr Opoku said the proposed measures are needed to move Ghana’s audit processes from a system that identifies problems after they occur to one capable of detecting irregularities in real time. Speaking at a panel discussion at the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS), Burma Camp, the Mpraeso MP proposed the creation of a National Public Contract Performance Portal to track public contracts…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has stated that Ghana’s future depends on how well today’s young people are prepared for tomorrow’s job market. He made the remarks at the World Youth Skills Day celebration organised by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) under the theme, “Skills for a Shared Future”, held at the Accra City Hotel. Speaking on the National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP), Mr Ayariga said the Authority is working closely with the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment and CTVET to ensure that more young people acquire relevant…

The Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, has claimed that responses submitted by the Governor of the Bank of Ghana indicate that the Gold Purchase Programme introduced by the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration has contributed to the recent stability of the cedi. Dr Boako, who is also the MP for Tano North, made the claim in a Facebook post on Wednesday, July 15, following the appearance of the Bank of Ghana Governor before Parliament’s Finance Committee. According to him, the programme initiated under the leadership of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and the…

The Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has intensified efforts to tackle maternal mortality and strengthen emergency healthcare delivery in the Northern Region as part of government efforts to ensure a healthy society for a prosperous nation. The Deputy minister this week undertook a series of community engagements and support for specialized nursing training programmes in the region under the government’s Maternal Mortality Action and Response Programme (MMARP). The programme is an initiative aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths through closer collaboration between health authorities, traditional leaders and local communities. During the second day of her tour, Dr Ayensu-Danquah…

Former Parliamentary Candidate for Juaboso Constituency Dr Alex Ampaabeng has congratulated the newly elected constituency executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Juaboso, urging them to work together to strengthen the party’s structures ahead of future elections. In a statement following the conclusion of the constituency executive elections, Dr Ampaabeng commended the winners for earning the confidence of delegates and wished them success as they assume leadership responsibilities. He also expressed appreciation to the Ghana Police Service and the Electoral Commission for their roles in ensuring what he described as a peaceful, transparent and successful electoral process. The former…

Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi Sulemana Yusif on Friday joined staff of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources in a clean-up exercise as part of the government-declared two-day national clean-up campaign following the recent devastating floods that affected parts of the country. The exercise formed part of efforts to improve environmental sanitation and support the national recovery initiative after the floods caused widespread destruction in several communities. Ministry staff worked together to clear drains, remove refuse and clean the surroundings of the Ministry to help reduce the risk of flooding and…