Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minister of Finance, has been instructed by President John Dramani Mahama to assume more responsibility as the defence minister and Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Lands and Natural Resources, also doubling as the Minister for Environment. On Thursday, August 7, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the President’s spokesperson, made this announcement in a press […]
Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, the Minister of Defense, and Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, the Minister of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, were killed in a sad military helicopter crash that occurred in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, August 6. Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Muniru Mohammed, former parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye,
Veteran journalist and pan-African commentator, Kwesi E. Baako, has described the late highlife icon Daddy Lumba as an “undeniable legend” whose impact on Ghana’s music and cultural identity cannot be erased, regardless of public opinion. Speaking live on Radio Kulcha’s morning program, Baako passionately addressed the national debate surrounding Daddy Lumba’s legacy following his death
Respected journalist and broadcaster Kwesi E. Baako has lauded former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo‑Addo for openly acknowledging the significant contributions of the late musical icon Daddy Lumba to his political journey. Baako underscored the importance of public humility and gratitude in leadership—particularly when recognition is due for influential support in political campaigns. Daddy Lumba, Ghana’s
Following a fire outbreak that severely damaged the Accra Tourist Information Center on Monday, August 4, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, announced that the National Film Authority would be temporarily moved. The National Film Authority (NFA), the Tour Operators Association of Ghana, the Ghana Tourism Authority’s Call Center, and the
Bernard Bediako, a lawyer, has been chosen as the NDC’s parliamentary candidate. Bernard Bediako received 380 of the day’s votes. Henry Yiadom Boakye, a former member of parliament, received 226 votes, while Erasmus Koney Ali, who finished second, received 366. The National Democratic Congress (NDC) will be represented by Bernard Bediako on September 2, 2025.
Dr. Kwadwo Oppong Wadie commended the government’s recent donation of 40 metric tonnes of cocoa products to Palestine, describing it as a “landmark act of solidarity.” However, he also issued a compelling call for Ghana to extend similar humanitarian assistance to Sudan, a country still grappling with the devastating impacts of civil war and humanitarian
Dr. Kwadwo Oppong Wadie, a respected educationist, framed Ghana’s gift of 40 metric tonnes of premium cocoa products to Palestine not merely as humanitarian aid, but as a deeply symbolic gesture rooted in history, culture, and ethical solidarity. Dr. Wadie noted that on August 1, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama presented Golden Tree-branded cocoa and
Today, Friday, August 1, 2025, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will pay Daddy Lumba a visit at his home. Based on the information provided, the former president is scheduled to visit the late’s home at 10 a.m. To offer his condolences for the loss of his cherished wife, the former president would relocate from Daddy Lumba’s
Four Deputy Ministers have been formally sworn in by President John Dramani Mahama to support his administration’s implementation of important policy initiatives in a number of sectors. Following vetting on Friday, July 18, the ceremony took place after their nominations were approved by Parliament. Among the newly appointed Deputy Ministers are: Jomoro MP Dorcas
