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President John Dramani Mahama has called on the parties involved in the Bawku conflict to approach the proposals of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II with an open mind, aiming for a lasting solution to the dispute that has led to numerous fatalities and significant property destruction. During a durbar in Bolgatanga on Thursday, March 20, as part of his ‘Thank You’ tour of the Upper East Region, the President expressed his appreciation for the King’s mediation initiative. “I called His Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II yesterday to thank him for the commencement of his mediation efforts to find a peaceful…
Journalist Erastus Asare Donkor has exposed the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, over claims that the government has successfully reclaimed seven out of the nine forest reserves that were previously overrun by illegal miners. During a press briefing in Accra on March 19, Mr. Buah explained that a joint security task force, consisting of the military, police, and the Forestry Commission’s rapid response team, conducted sustained operations over the past month to reclaim the affected reserves. The Challenge However, Erastus, known for his investigative work on illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana, disputed the minister’s assertion.…
Paul Adom Otchere host of ‘Good Evening Ghana’ on Metro TV, has alleged that national security operative Richard Jakpa has organized additional raids targeting individuals affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The list of potential targets includes Adom Otchere himself; former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame; former Minister of Transport Kwaku Ofori Asiamah; Gabby Otchere Darko; and former Minister of Communications Ursula Owusu-Ekuful. During his show on Thursday, March 20, Adom Othchere stated, “They want these arrests to happen quickly to create a specific perception about the former appointees and as payback for Jakpa.” His comments followed a raid…
Commissioner of Police (COP) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, recently appointed as a Technical Advisor to the Interior Ministry, has expressed her full support for President Mahama’s reset agenda. During a welcome event on Thursday, March 20, hosted by the Minister of the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, COP Maame Tiwaa affirmed her unwavering commitment to the objectives of the Ministry. She pledged to utilize her extensive experience and expertise in law enforcement to facilitate meaningful progress within the Ministry. The reassignment to the Interior Ministry came just hours after she was appointed as the Director-General of Research & Planning at the…
Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has urged all parties involved in the Bawku conflict to fully trust the peace mediation efforts of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. “I have confidence that all sides will place their trust in His Majesty the Asantehene to bring a resolution to the situation in Bawku and end the violence we are experiencing,” he stated. Mr. Ayariga, who is also the Majority Leader in Parliament, made this call in response to the recent killing of a soldier on a peace mission in Bawku. Condemnation The MP expressed his sorrow over the…
Dr. Randy Abbey, the Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), is facing public backlash for leading his management team on a courtesy visit to Gbese Mantse Nii Ayi Bonte II to discuss matters relating to cocoa. The aim of the visit was to discuss plans to address current challenges, sustainably boost cocoa production, and unlock the full potential of Ghana’s cocoa industry. Reactions Critics on social media questioned why the CEO would seek advice from a chief whose area is not known for cocoa production and who lacks knowledge about the cocoa industry. Many voiced their concerns, arguing…