President Mahama Appoints COP Yohunu As Ghana’s New Inspector General of Police

COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu Source: Africa Publicity President John Mahama has appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new Inspector General of Police in Ghana. This appointment was made in accordance with Articles 91 and 202 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, and in consultation with the Council of State. COP Yohuno,…

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Ghana’s Ruling Party NDC Accused of Gender Bias in District Chief Executive Selection

Ms. Doris Acharibia A petition addressed to the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has brought to light allegations of gender bias in the selection process for the District Chief Executive (DCE) position in the Kassena-Nankana West District of Ghana.   The petition, signed by Mr. Moses Abana Abiiro, protests the exclusion of…

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Ghana’s Ghost Names Scandal: Key Suspect Gifty Oware-Mensah Returns to Ghana Amid Probe

Gifty Oware-Mensah   Source: Africa Publicity Gifty Oware-Mensah, the former Deputy Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), has arrived back in Ghana, fueling speculation about her potential involvement in the ongoing ghost names scandal investigation. Oware-Mensah, who had been in the United States after the elections, was met at the airport by family members…

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Ghana’s Attorney General Confirms Ordering Arrest Of Ex-Procurement Authority Chairman Over $2 Million Scandal

Dr. Dominic Ayine Source: Africa Publicity   Ghana’s Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has confirmed that he authorized the arrest of former Board Chairman of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) of Ghana, Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi. This move is linked to an investigation into financial matters related to Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi’s tenure as…

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Former PPA Board Chairman ‘Admits’ To $2 Million Payment For No Work Done On Accra Sky Train Project

Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi Source: Africa Publicity Ghana’s Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has confirmed that former Public Procurement Authority (PPA) Board Chairman, Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, has admitted to paying $2 million for no work done on the Accra Sky Train Project. Dr. Ayine revealed that Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi was arrested and questioned,…

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Ghana’s Former Auditor General Alleges Widespread Corruption Among Public Officials

Source: Africa Publicity A former Auditor-General of Ghana, Daniel Domelevo has raised concerns about the suspicious wealth of public officials in his country, highlighting the discrepancy between their modest salaries and lavish lifestyles. He emphasized the need for transparency, questioning how some officials accumulated vast wealth during their short tenure in office. Domelevo shared his…

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Ghana’s President Mahama Orders Government Appointees To Declare Their Assets or Face Sanctions

John Dramani Mahama Source: Africa Publicity In a bold move to promote transparency and accountability, President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to all government appointees, stating that those who fail to declare their assets by the end of the first quarter of 2025 will face severe sanctions, including possible removal from office….

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Ofori-Atta Seeks Medical Attention Abroad, Lawyers Inform OSP

Source: Africa Publicity Lawyers for Ken Ofori-Atta, the former Finance Minister of Ghana, have informed the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) that their client is currently seeking medical attention outside of Ghana. According to reports, the lawyers communicated this information to the OSP in response to the office’s efforts to summon Mr. Ofori-Atta for…

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Mahama Orders Probe into Ghost Names Scandal at National Service Authority

Source: Africa Publicity President John Dramani Mahama has ordered an immediate investigation into the National Service Authority (NSA) following the discovery of 81,885 suspected ghost names on its payroll. This directive comes after a headcount of active National Service personnel revealed significant discrepancies between the actual number of service personnel and the figures previously presented…

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Ghana Moves To Urgently Bridge USAID Funding Gap

Source:Africapublicity President John Dramani Mahama has instructed Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson to urgently address the funding gap created by the suspension of USAID’s international funding program. The estimated shortfall is $156 million, with a projected $78.2 million deficit that could severely impact critical interventions, including : – Malaria Prevention: Funding for malaria prevention…

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Joe Ghartey’s Advice For Young MPs: Plan Your Exit, Don’t Let Circumstances Decide

Joe Ghartey Former Member of Parliament for Essikado-Ketan, Joe Ghartey, has imparted valuable wisdom to young politicians, emphasizing the importance of taking charge of their own political exits. Ghartey, who spent two decades in Parliament, shared his insights on _Focus on ABC_, urging young MPs to plan their political journey wisely and avoid being forced…

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Ghana Opens Doors to Chinese Investment, Says President Mahama

Source:Africapublicity President John Mahama has extended an invitation to Chinese investors to explore business opportunities in Ghana, emphasizing the country’s openness to investment. Speaking at the Chinese Lantern Festival Celebration at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, Mahama acknowledged the significant role Chinese businesses have played in Ghana’s economy, particularly in areas such as construction,…

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Ghana Declares War on Corruption: President Mahama Vows to Recover Looted State Assets

John Mahama Source: Africa Publicity In a bold move to tackle corruption, President John Mahama has declared that Ghana is no longer a safe haven for corrupt activities. The president’s statement came after receiving a report from the Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) team, which revealed 2,417 cases of suspected corruption, with potential recoverable assets…

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