Author: Richmond Ampofo Fordjour

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, played a pivotal role in convincing him to accept the late President John Evans Atta Mills’ offer to become his running mate. This was a decision that ultimately led to his appointment as Vice President between 2009 and 2012 even when according to Mahama, he had decided to quit politics . According to President Mahama, he had initially declined the offer despite two separate delegations sent by President Mills to persuade him. The first delegation was led by the late Baffoe Bonnie, while the second was made…

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has emphasized that his office previously investigated a former President, John Mahama, which sets a precedent that does not exempt Former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, from facing investigation after failing to appear in Ghana as scheduled. Mr. Agyebeng made this assertion after declaring Ofori-Atta wanted once again, in connection with several cases, including the Strategic Mobilisation–GRA Contract, the termination of the ECG-BXC Contract, payments related to the National Cathedral, the ambulance procurement contract, and the utilization of the Tax Refund Account. He noted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) had investigated President Mahama…

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana earned $2.7 billion in gold exports between January and April 2025, attributing the surge to the work of the newly established Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), headed by Sammy Gyamfi. Speaking at the Mining in Motion Summit today June 2, 2025, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, Mahama praised the board’s impact in streamlining the gold industry and boosting returns. “The GoldBod has sanitised the gold sector, triggering exponential revenue from exports. It is a key reform in my administration to ensure that the proceeds from Ghana’s gold benefit the…

President John Dramani Mahama has assured the people of the Bono Region that his administration is committed to delivering inclusive and accountable governance that restores faith and delivers real development to every household. Speaking during his “Thank You” tour of the region, the President said his government is determined to revive stalled infrastructure projects, create jobs through industrialization, and improve the living conditions of citizens across Bono. Addressing concerns raised by traditional leaders and residents, President Mahama acknowledged the poor state of road infrastructure in the region and blamed it on the change of government in 2017, which led to…

The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Frimpong Kodua, has expressed disappointment in founding member Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe for criticizing the party’s leadership in light of the arrest and detention of the Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. Kodua questioned whether Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe, a senior figure in the party, is pursuing an agenda or mission that warrants scrutiny, following his comments on Wontumi’s arrest—comments which, according to Kodua, condemned the party rather than sympathized with its current challenges. “I’m surprised that a founding member of the party does not empathize with the…

The Paramount Chief of the Dormaa Traditional Area, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Dr. Nana Agyemang Badu II, has urged President Mahama not to hesitate in investigating the $58 million National Cathedral scandal and prosecuting those found culpable. He made the call while referencing the ongoing legal proceedings involving the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. Dormahene stated that if Wontumi is facing the full rigours of the law, then clergy and chiefs found guilty should also be held accountable. The $58 million National Cathedral scandal has been a central focus of the…

The Paramount Chief of the Dormaa Traditional Area, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Dr. Nana Freduah Agyemang Badu II, has expressed his initial expectation for President Mahama to win the 2024 elections but admitted being surprised by the overwhelming margin of votes the President secured. He made this statement during his address to the President at the “Thank You Tour” in the Bono Region. The Chief described President Mahama’s victory as a historic milestone, marking one of the most significant electoral triumphs in the nation’s history. While addressing concerns about potential electoral violence in 2024, Osagyefo Dr. Nana Freduah Agyemang Badu II emphasized…

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has scathingly described the arrest of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako as an ambush citing the misuse of power by the government. They have urged EOCO to vary the GH50 million bail conditions to be met and release him as they stage a sit down at the entrance from 3:00pm. In addressing the media, Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh- Dompreh expressed grave concern over the manner in which Wontumi was treated by state security agencies, describing it as a simulated display of brute force against a citizen who had shown good…

A motorcycle ride-hailing app, OkadaMotto, was successfully launched today, May 29, 2025, marking the operationalization of regulated commercial motorcycle transport—commonly known as Okada. The launch, held at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly, was attended by the CEO of the National Youth Authority, Osman Ayariga, and the Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey. Operating within the Ghanaian jurisdiction, OkadaMotto becomes the third of its kind after successful launches in Sierra Leone and Liberia. Ras Mubarak, founding partner of OkadaMotto and former Member of Parliament for Kumbungu Central, encouraged the first cohort of trainees to maintain professionalism. He urged them to dress well,…

Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer of Engineers and Planners Company Limited, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, has filed a defamation suit against the Vice President of IMANI Africa, Mr. Bright Simons, seeking GH₵10 million in damages, a public apology, and a court injunction against further defamatory publications. The lawsuit, filed jointly by Mr. Mahama and his company, Engineers and Planners Co. LTD (E&P), stems from what the plaintiffs describe as false and malicious statements published by Mr. Simons on his personal website and social media platforms. The statements, according to the plaintiffs, have caused significant reputational damage and pose a threat…