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President John Dramani Mahama has addressed a gathering of traditional rulers and citizens at the University for Development Studies Auditorium as part of his “Resetting Ghana” tour in the Northern Region. He began by expressing gratitude to the revered traditional rulers, chiefs, Imams and religious leaders including the christian clergy, senior government officials, members of the council of states and all citizens. He also noted that his administration has achieved significant fiscal discipline, resulting in inflation dropping from 24 percent to under 4 percent. He added that the stability of the local currency and petroleum prices has provided a necessary…

By Emmanuel Nii Sackey The Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau (AIB Ghana) has released preliminary findings into the fatal microlight aircraft crash at a Tema daycare center, indicating that the aircraft attempted an emergency landing before losing control and crashing, resulting in the deaths of the two occupants. According to Captain Paul Forjoe, Investigator-in-Charge, eyewitnesses reported that the aircraft was flying at a low altitude and attempted to signal children to vacate the area before making a subsequent attempt at landing, during which it lost control and impacted the ground. The microlight aircraft, registered as 9G-ADV, crashed on March…

The Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Eric Edem Agbana, has engaged members of his constituency, at a forum dubbed, “Ketu North Accountability Series,” reaffirming his commitment to inclusiveness and local development. The event, hosted by the MP at Tadzewu within the constituency, brought together scores of residents, including opinion leaders, youth groups, and stakeholders, all enthusiastic to participate in expressive discussions about the constituency’s development and progress, as well as discuss the challenges and the way forward to enhance progress. Addressing the gathering Eric Edem Agbana expressed appreciation towards the constituents and charged them to see him as being…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reignited calls for expanded African representation on the United Nations Security Council, cautioning that the continent’s persistent exclusion compromises both the credibility and efficacy of the global institution. Addressing the fourth high-level meeting of the In Defence of Democracy Summit in Barcelona on Saturday, April 19, she underscored that substantive reform of global governance architecture can no longer be deferred. “If we are serious about defending democracy, then reform of these institutions cannot be deferred. For Ghana, this includes a long-standing concern, the need to make the United Nations system,…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy President John Dramani Mahama has expressed firm optimism about a more stable and resilient power supply nationwide, as government accelerates strategic interventions to modernize electricity infrastructure. The President’s assurance followed his visit to the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO) on Sunday, April 19, 2026, during his “Resetting Ghana” tour, where he inspected transformers being rolled out under an expansive national upgrade programme. According to President Mahama, approximately 2,500 transformers have been procured and are currently being installed in the first phase of a comprehensive initiative designed to stabilize and enhance power delivery across the country. He clarified…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed a strategic initiative to establish five maize processing plants nationwide, a decisive intervention aimed at curbing post-harvest losses and fortifying Ghana’s agricultural value chain. Addressing citizens during his Resetting Ghana Tour in the Northern Region on Saturday, April 18, President Mahama underscored that the factories will serve as a critical buffer to absorb excess maize from farmers, particularly during bumper harvests when market gluts trigger price collapses. He explained that the plants will be instrumental in stabilizing market dynamics by mopping up surplus produce for storage or value addition. “The government…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has affirmed that Ghana’s recent macroeconomic upswing is the product of profound structural realignment, not transient palliatives, as he addressed a cohort of international investors at the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group in Washington. “Growth has exceeded expectations, driven by strong performance in services and agriculture, while inflation continues to decline steadily, supported by tight monetary policy, fiscal consolidation, and a strengthening cedi,” Dr. Forson asserted. “These are not cosmetic gains. They are outcomes of well-thought-through reforms, backed by laws and disciplined implementation.” Dr.Forson…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Business magnate and Chief Executive Officer of Engineers and Planners, Ibrahim Mahama has unveiled an ambitious slate of infrastructure interventions for communities surrounding the Damang Mine, following his company’s formal assumption of operational control. Speaking in the aftermath of the official handover ceremony that ushered in a new era of management for the mine, Mr. Mahama affirmed that Engineers and Planners is already appraising community-driven proposals, with sporting facilities topping the agenda. “I want to pledge this, and I want to say it for everybody to hear. I got a text from one of our young men…

By Emmanuel Nii Sackey The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohunu, has called upon senior police officers to maintain peace and stability nationwide, stressing that a secure environment is crucial for national development as it attracts investors and enables citizens to carry out daily activities without apprehension. This appeal was made during a ceremony in Accra, where senior officers of the Ghana Police Service were promoted to higher ranks, with eight officers elevated from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP) and eleven advanced from Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACOP) to DCOP. The Inspector-General emphasized the need…

By Sylvia Awuye-Akpavor|| Correspondent, Volta Region In a powerful act of compassion and leadership, the Ketu South Constituency Deputy Women’s Organizer, Xornam Favour Alayi-Hussey (Xornam Favour Ignatius-Dei), has once again demonstrated her unwavering commitment to uplifting lives and restoring hope. Today, she donated two brand-new sewing machines and an undisclosed amount of money to Madam Lucky Fiadohu, a dedicated branch women’s organizer and dressmaker in Aflao, whose shop was tragically ransacked by thieves earlier this week. What was meant to silence a hardworking woman has instead ignited a stronger wave of support. This intervention is more than a donation, it…