Author: Richmond Ampofo Fordjour

The Movement for Change has expressed its satisfaction with President Mahama’s decision to suspend the Chief Justice following the establishment of a prima facie case in the three petitions filed against her. They pointed out that the decision aligns with the constitutional procedure stipulated in Article 146. In a press statement, they cautioned political actors, especially the New Patriotic Party and the National Democratic Congress, to refrain from politicizing the ongoing process.They emphasized their commitment to closely monitoring developments, bearing a sense of responsibility to ensure that the outcome reflects fairness and justice. “As a movement rooted in the will…

The Doctors’ Association at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) has called off its strike, resuming operations only at the Emergency Unit, while Out Patient Department services remains suspended. This decision follows a meeting with a high-powered delegation sent by the Overlord of Dagbon, Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II. The strike, which lasted nearly two days, left many patients stranded and sparked widespread concern. Despite calls from the Health Minister, the Minority Caucus, and Parliament’s Health Committee for a complete suspension of the industrial action, the doctors have resolved to continue their strike at the Out-Patient Department (OPD). The hospital confirmed…

Acting CEO of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Malik Basintale, has taken a firm stance against the renewal of the agency’s contract with Zoomlion Ghana Limited if payment of Zoomlion workers remain GH¢250 a month. Despite public outcry, the Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation has dismissed calls to terminate the agreement, citing fears of mass unemployment. Basintale’s displeasure with the meager earnings of the workers follows remarks made earlier this week, by the group’s chairman Joseph Siaw Agyepong, justifying the provision made as payment to these sanitation workers. In a strongly worded Facebook post, Basintale reaffirmed his stance, stressing that…

National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, has criticised the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, describing it as a premeditated action and the execution of a campaign promise by President Mahama. He contended that the petitions currently under inquiry, which allege incompetence and misconduct on the part of the Chief Justice, are baseless but have been “entertained” by President Mahama allegedly to fulfil a campaign promise made to some NDC lawyers years ago. “This whole action is premeditated. It is preconceived. President Mahama is only executing a campaign promise. You may recall…

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Izar Group, The Ghana Report, Alhaji’s Wife, and Izar Properties, Rashida Saani, has announced plans to support and inject capital into the businesses of three single parents, five young entrepreneurs, and two orphanages or Child-centered initiatives as part of her birthday celebration. Marking another milestone in her remarkable journey, Rashida, a celebrated strategic communications consultant and internationally accredited security, intelligence, and defence contractor, is once again turning her birthday into a moment of impact and compassion. “I have never organized a birthday party for myself, but I’ve always welcomed surprises. More importantly, each year…

The Mahama government is facilitating the promotions of deputy directors in the Ghana Education Service (GES) whose promotion delayed as a consequence of unavailable office spaces, to director status. According to the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, although the lack of office spaces remains a lingering issue, these personnel will nonetheless be given the upward recognition. Mr. Iddrisu, who was speaking at the launch of the National Sanitary Pad Distribution Program in Accra, said education officers had lamented over the issue in their interactions with then Candidate Mahama during the election campaign last year, therefore, this move is in fulfillment…

President John Dramani Mahama has launched the National Sanitary Pad Distribution Program aimed at providing female students in basic and senior high schools with free sanitary pads. The event, which came off at Salvation Army Cluster of Schools at Mamprobi in Accra on Thursday, was in fulfillment of a campaign pledge made by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the campaign season last year. In March, the Mahama administration appropriated GHC292.4 million to ralising the social intervention project. Speaking at the event, President Mahama observed that the program will offer “hope” to the disadvantaged who might stay home during…

Former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, has expressed concerns about the four-year presidential term in Ghana and Nigeria, describing it as insufficient when compared to other African countries. He argued that while many African nations enjoy presidential terms longer than four years, leaders in Ghana and Nigeria struggle with limited time to make meaningful transformations, especially first-time presidents, who typically spend the first two years navigating a steep learning curve. “What can somebody do in four years? If you’re a new person and you just come in, you need about two years in learning curve before you will adjust. You…

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has cautioned the five-member committee constituted to investigate the petitions seeking the removal of the Chief Justice to exercise restraint in the use of their discretionary powers, in order to safeguard the independence and image of the Judiciary. In a statement, the association reaffirmed its commitment to defending, strengthening, and enhancing public confidence in the judiciary, implicitly signaling its support for the Chief Justice, as the head of the justice delivery system, an institution they say must be protected. “It is expected that persons who play even the minutest role in this process will bear…

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has announced new regulations governing the export of unprocessed rubber, cashew, and shea butter, effective May 2, 2025. Under the new directive, individuals and businesses involved in the export of these crops must obtain authorization from the TCDA. The directive was issued by the Chief Executive Officer, Andy Osei Okrah, in accordance with the Authority’s legal mandate under the Tree Crops Authority Act, 2019 (Act 1010) and the Tree Crops Regulations, 2003 (L.I. 2471), which oversee the production, processing, and trading of cashew, shea butter, and rubber. The TCDA emphasized that it is mandatory…