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  • Gabby lauds ‘competent’ Amin Adam’s appointment as Finance Minister 

    Gabby lauds ‘competent’ Amin Adam’s appointment as Finance Minister 

    Staunch member of the New Patriotic Party and a cousin of the President, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, has weighed in on the appointment of a new finance minister. 

    The reshuffle saw Mohammed Amin Adam named as the replacement for Ken Ofori-Atta, who had served as finance minister for seven years.

    In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Gabby praised Amin Adam’s appointment, stating, “Congratulations to Amin Adam. Ghana’s President couldn’t have found a more prepared, competent, humble, and politically-conscious replacement to take control of the country’s finances than you.” He further noted the strong public approval garnered by Adam’s appointment.

    Ken Ofori-Atta, who had been at the helm of Ghana’s finance ministry for an extensive period, has faced scrutiny amidst economic challenges. His departure from the finance ministry comes amid repeated calls for his resignation due to perceived economic headwinds during his tenure.

    Amin Adam, prior to his elevation, served as Minister of State at the finance ministry, bringing with him a wealth of experience. His new role will see him overseeing the government’s ongoing negotiations with creditors as part of the US$3 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout programme.

    Meanwhile, Ken Ofori-Atta has been reassigned to the position of presidential advisor, as reported by pro-government Asaase Radio. In this capacity, he will be tasked with handling international investments and capital markets, highlighting the government’s focus on leveraging external investments for national development.

    The reshuffle marks a significant transition in Ghana’s economic leadership, with Amin Adam stepping into the role of finance minister amid expectations of addressing economic challenges and steering the country towards financial stability. Ofori-Atta’s new role underscores the government’s commitment to maximizing international partnerships for economic growth and development.

  • Gabby is responsible for my removal and 3 others from NPP – Hopeson Adorye

    Gabby is responsible for my removal and 3 others from NPP – Hopeson Adorye

    Hopeson Adorye, one of the four members recently expelled from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), has alleged that Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, a prominent figure in the party, played a role in their removal.

    Adorye claimed that Gabby, along with other individuals whose names he did not disclose, exerted pressure on the NPP leadership to issue a press statement announcing their expulsion from the party.

    In an interview on Okay FM, Adorye stated that Gabby even sent him a text message inquiring about his support for former NPP flagbearer hopeful, Alan Kyerematen, which he believes led to their dismissal from the party.

    “Gabby Otchere-Darko sent me a publication which indicated that he had said I would be voting skirt and blouse and asked me if that was my position. And I said yes, I support Alan because he (Alan) feeds me every month, he pays me every month, so I would support him any day.

    “And he (Gabby) said ‘thank you, I just wanted to establish that position’… some few days after this the statement was issued.

    “… the statement was supposed to be released on Thursday but they decided to release it on Monday as a birthday present for me. I was told there were calls from Gabby and other people, I don’t want to mention, on Sunday for the statement to be released on Monday. Have you ever seen the NPP General Secretary releasing a statement at 6:00 am before, when there are so many issues in the country,” he said in Twi.

    The leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) announced on Monday, November 20, 2023, that Hopeson Adorye, Yaw Buaben Asamoa, Nana Ohene Ntow, and Boniface Abubakar Saddique are no longer members of the party. This decision was made in response to their public endorsement and campaign for independent presidential candidate Alan Kyerematen.

    In an official statement, the NPP cited the quartet’s “flagrant breach” of the party’s constitution, specifically referring to Articles 3(5) (A)(4) and 3(9)(1). The party emphasized the importance of members abiding by and publicly upholding party decisions, as outlined in Article 3(5) (A) (4).

    Furthermore, according to Article 3(9) (I), any member supporting an independent candidate against the party’s officially elected member automatically forfeits party membership.

    The NPP urged its members to remain committed to supporting the officially elected Presidential Candidate, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, and to collaborate towards achieving victory in the upcoming 2024 polls.

  • Gabby Otchere-Darko urges police to respect protesters’ rights as #OccupyJulorbiHouse ends

    Gabby Otchere-Darko urges police to respect protesters’ rights as #OccupyJulorbiHouse ends

    Member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, has underscored the significance of street protests within a democratic framework.
    He contends that protests have emerged as one of the most prevalent forms of expression worldwide in recent years, and it is imperative that law enforcement agencies, especially the police, recognise and facilitate their peaceful conduct.

    “In the last three years alone, the world has witnessed an unprecedented surge in street protests within democratic nations, surpassing any similar period in the 21st century,” he stated in a Twitter (Now X) post on September 23, 2023.

    Gabby further asserted, “It is fundamentally the duty of the police to honour and safeguard the rights of protesters while simultaneously ensuring the protection of lives and property within a democratic environment characterized by liberty and adherence to the rule of law. Both objectives can coexist harmoniously without resorting to violence.”

    This statement came on the final day of the three-day #OccupyJulorbiHouse protests, an event that encountered challenges during its initial day due to the police’s contentious arrest of 49 protesters on allegations of unlawful assembly. The detainees were subsequently released on bail after several hours in custody.

    Days 2 and 3 transpired without any significant incidents as the police cordoned off the main road leading to the Jubilee House, the presidential residence, even before the protesters commenced their march towards the location.

    On the second day, one section of the 37-Accra road was temporarily blocked by the protesters, while the final day witnessed the closure of both lanes, resulting in substantial disruptions to vehicular traffic for the majority of the day.

  • The judicial system works when a judge refuses to be manipulated – Joyce Bawa claps back at Otchere-Darko

    Special Aide to former President John Dramani Mahama, Joyce Bawa Mogtari has underscored that the judiciary works effectively when there is no attempt to influence judges.

    According to her, the certainty of justice delivery is assured when a judge equally refuses to be manipulated.

    “Thank you, Sir! The Hon Toffee was duly elected by the good people of Jomoro and same has been affirmed by the Court! The judicial system certainly works where a Judge, lady or gentleman refuses to be manipulated and remains blind to influence, justice will certainly be done!” she wrote in a Twitter comment responding to a reaction by NPP member, Gabby Asare Octhere-Darko to an earlier post she made.

    Joyce Bawa Mogtari earlier made a post celebrating a High Court decision dismissing a suit challenging the election of the Member of Parliament for Jomoro.

    In response to the post by the former president’s aide, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko described the ruling as refreshing in its implication that the justice system remains fair.

    “Congrats! It is refreshing to be amply reminded that the legal system works! That, Lady Justice remains blind,” Mr Otchere-Darko wrote.

    The opposition National Democratic Congress has been accusing the bench of being bias against the party.

    Some NDC members have cited the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the party’s petition against the 2020 presidential election result to back their claim.

    However, the Sekondi High Court on Monday, November 21, 2022, dismissed a petition against the NDC Member of Parliament for Jomoro.

    The case which had been ongoing for close to two years was decided when the court, presided over by Justice Dr. Richmond Osei Hwere dismissed the case on grounds that the MP was eligible to contest.

    The court held that she lost her Ivorian citizenship at the very time she acquired her Ghanaian citizenship, thus, there was no merit in the petition seeking to annul her election on the basis of her having dual citizenship.

    The petition was filed by one Joshua Emuah Kofie, who was challenging the eligibility of the MP to contest as a representative of the people in the constituency on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

    He submitted that she had multiple nationalities, including American and Ivorian citizenships, which is against the 1992 Constitution.

    While the court determined that she did not have Ivorian citizenship at the time of filing and contesting in 2020, the MP denied having American citizenship.

    Source: Ghanaweb