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  • Video: The moment a Rev. introduces Mahama as NPP flagbearer

    Video: The moment a Rev. introduces Mahama as NPP flagbearer

    The 12th-anniversary wreath-laying ceremony and memorial service for the late former President John Evans Atta Mills witnessed a hilarious moment when a reverend pastor misidentified former President Mahama.

    The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, who was seated with the National Chairman of the party, Johnson Asiedu Nketia and his running mate of former Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang was being introduced to the audience when the unexpected happened.

    The man of God failed to capture the party the statesman belonged to and introduced Mahama as the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    Before completing his sentence, he received chants from the audience, which prompted him to correct his error. He apologised to Mahama with a bow and urged the audience not to confuse him.

  • NDC’s Kpeli Worlase suspended for misconduct

    NDC’s Kpeli Worlase suspended for misconduct

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced the immediate suspension of Kpeli Worlase, a member of the Afram Plains North Constituency in the Eastern Region, due to various allegations of misconduct.

    This decision, declared by the party’s General Secretary, Fifi Kwetey, follows an extensive review by the Functional Executive Committee (FEC) of the NDC.

    In a formal statement, the FEC detailed several accusations against Mr. Worlase, including claims that he campaigned against the party’s Parliamentary candidate and engaged in other anti-party activities within his constituency.

    “At its meeting on the 23rd of July, 2024, FEC deliberated on the matter and decided to suspend you from the party pursuant to Article 48 of the Party’s constitution,” the statement revealed.

    The NDC emphasized that this suspension reflects the party’s commitment to upholding discipline and unity among its members, ensuring adherence to its principles and regulations.

    The case has now been referred to the National Disciplinary Committee for further investigation and adjudication.

    “The Disciplinary Committee will invite you for a hearing, and it will be in your best interest to avail yourself for adjudication to enable the Committee to submit a report with recommendations to FEC for further action,” added Kwetey.

  • Our campaign strategy for this year will be a different one – NDC

    Our campaign strategy for this year will be a different one – NDC

    National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has announced a new campaign approach for the upcoming December elections.

    Instead of the large rallies used in the past, the party plans to focus on more personal interactions with voters.

    The official campaign launch is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, in Tamale.

    In an interview with Citi News, Nketiah revealed that the NDC will emphasize door-to-door outreach and direct voter engagement as part of their strategy.

    “We want to reach out to the people, house-to-house campaign, retail campaign, that is where the emphasis is going to be. So, what we’re going to do in Tamale is to remind our people that this year, the campaign will be different. We must touch base with the people.

    “It is cheaper for party functionaries to reach out to the people in the villages than to bring their people to a collation point to address them,” the National Chairman of the NDC said.

  • Atta Mills was a man who epitomized truth and honesty – Mahama

    Atta Mills was a man who epitomized truth and honesty – Mahama

    The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has honored his late former boss, President John Evans Atta Mills, with a heartfelt tribute.

    In a Facebook post on Wednesday, July 24, marking the 12th anniversary of President Mills’ passing, Mahama lauded him as a true nation-builder who prioritized unity and the nation’s well-being over personal or political interests.

    Mahama, who served as Vice President under Mills, highlighted the former President’s integrity and dedication.

    He recalled that Mills was the first to voluntarily reduce his own salary to demonstrate solidarity with the economic struggles faced by Ghanaians when they assumed office in 2009, succeeding the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    “My boss, President John Evans Atta Mills, was a selfless leader. He prioritised the needs of the nation over personal and political gain. When he took over from the NPP government, he was the first to cut his own salary as a sincere gesture to show solidarity with the economic hardships faced by many Ghanaians.

    “He was passionate about lifting the vulnerable and duly allocated resources to social welfare programmes. He was a man who epitomised truth and honesty.

    “From his life in Academia to his time as the IRS Commissioner, to becoming Vice President.

    And throughout his presidency, he lived as he preached—transparently! His reputation for integrity was widespread nationally and internationally. Forever in our hearts, Professor Mills,” he wrote.

  • Video: See how Mahama, Prof. Naana Jane arrived at Asomdwee Park for Atta Mills memorial service

    Video: See how Mahama, Prof. Naana Jane arrived at Asomdwee Park for Atta Mills memorial service

    Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, attended the 12th anniversary wreath-laying ceremony and memorial service for the late Prof. Atta Mills at Asomdwee Park in Accra.

    The event provided an opportunity for Ghanaians from various walks of life to honor and reflect on Prof. Mills’ legacy.

    Notable attendees included Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the NDC’s vice-presidential candidate, and Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the NDC Chairman, underscoring the importance of the ceremony.

    A video from UTV captured Mahama arriving in a sleek black Toyota convoy, accompanied by a dispatch rider and security personnel. He was seen mingling with fellow NDC officials and other guests.

    Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang was spotted engaged in lively conversations with senior party members and Kofi Sam Atta Mills, the late President’s son.

    Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, dressed in a black political suit, received a warm welcome from the crowd.

  • Anyidoho ‘sabotages’ NDC’s wreath-laying ceremony for late Atta Mills

    Anyidoho ‘sabotages’ NDC’s wreath-laying ceremony for late Atta Mills

    The memorial service to celebrate the late President Prof. John Evans Atta Mills at the Asomdwee Park in Accra was marred by disagreement on Wednesday, July 24.

    The confusion erupted after the dismissed deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho, overran his scheduled time, delaying the second NDC event at the venue to mark 12 years since President Mills’ passing.

    Two wreath-laying ceremonies were planned for the day to commemorate the late former President, who died at the 37 Military Hospital in 2012.

    The first event, organized by Mr. Anyidoho, ran over its scheduled time, causing delays for the second event organized by the NDC and the JEA Mills Memorial Heritage.

    According to the late President’s brother, Samuel Atta-Mills, Koku Anyidoho bused in individuals he labeled as fake family members and instructed them to remain, preventing the NDC from starting its program on time.

    “You’re not related to this man and anybody could come here and celebrate him. He [Atta Mills] is for the country, so why would you want to clash with us? And as a coward as he is, he ran away and left the people here – the fake family over here,” Samuel Atta-Mills explained.

    He added, “We didn’t intimidate anybody, but when persuasion fails, force is applied. Indeed, we are at Asomdwee Park, but when we talk to you and you don’t understand, sometimes a little bit of encouragement will make you move.”

    In an interview with JoyNews, Mr. Atta-Mills, who also serves as the MP for Komenda Edina Eguafo Abrem constituency in the Central Region, alleged that Mr. Anyidoho is being supported by ‘powerful individuals.’

    “When they advise you and you don’t listen, this is what happens. But Koku should know that he’s hiding behind political power. Every political power in this world has an expiration date. A day will come that the political power he is hiding behind will expire,” he stated.

    Addressing the incident, the sister of former President Atta Mills, Mercy Araba Ahema Quarshie, described the situation as ugly and disgusting. She insisted that the persons at the earlier ceremony were not their relatives.

    “I want to make it clear to everyone that Koku Anyidoho has stepped on the wrong foot by tampering with our brother’s grave without our knowledge. That is unacceptable, and now we are going to deal with him because it is a taboo in our family to do that,” Quarshie stated.

    The family of the late president emphasized the importance of consulting them before making any decisions related to the late president’s resting place, condemning Mr. Anyidoho’s actions as disrespectful and unacceptable.

  • NDC responsible for attack on our vehicle – NPP

    NDC responsible for attack on our vehicle – NPP

    The MP for Binduri, Abdulai Abanga, has alleged that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is behind the attack on a New Patriotic Party (NPP) branded vehicle in his area.

    On Monday, three masked assailants are alleged to have poured petrol on the MP’s campaign vehicle, fired shots at it, and ignited a blaze.

    Speaking to Citi News, Abdulai Abanga condemned the incident as politically driven, citing it as a result of threats from their political rivals.

    “It’s politically motivated because I didn’t take anything valuable from the car. For some time now, we have been receiving threats from our political opponents. So, this is just the manifestation of the threats that they have been issuing. It’s obvious they don’t want the constituents to support the NPP, particularly our flagbearer.

    “They go to various radio stations and those threats are issued by the leadership of our political opponents. The NDC leadership in the constituency has severally issued threats.

    “During the limited voter registration at the EC office, they amassed their executives and all kinds of macho men were always there. And they were selecting persons who should register and not. The signals were there, the threats they said openly. We have intelligence on the ground, they know that they will not succeed if they don’t capitalise on the Bawku conflict and threaten people,” the Member of Parliament for Binduri said.

    However, Abdallah Salifu, the Upper East Regional Communications Director for the NDC, refuted the allegations in a statement to Citi News. He denied any involvement by the NDC in the incident and called for a thorough investigation.

    “We condemn whatever happened and we commiserate with the family of the NPP constituency chairman, and members of NPP. But we want to state categorically that we the NDC members in Binduri constituency, have no hand whatsoever in the burning of the vehicle.”

  • Can offering smartphones on credit address Ghana’s issues? – Basintale to Bawumia

    Can offering smartphones on credit address Ghana’s issues? – Basintale to Bawumia

    Deputy National Communication Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Malik Basintale, has denounced the government’s new plan to distribute mobile phones to Ghanaians on credit as a “misplaced priority.”

    In an appearance on TV3 Newday on July 22, he contended that the government should be addressing more urgent concerns, such as resolving outstanding payments for NABCO trainers and school feeding caterers.

    “Providing smartphones doesn’t meet the demands of Ghanaians. After they get the smartphones on credit, will it solve the unemployment problem?”

    “Go to the airport and see the number of people leaving the country. We must advise Dr. Bawumia to be serious. He should look at Mahama and the kind of policies he wants to bring. Dr. Bawumia has suddenly become a jocular person; if he doesn’t lie, he will joke,” he added.

    He emphasized that campaigns should be about crafting policies while actively listening to the needs and concerns of the people.

    “As I speak, the rains have started. The people in Dr. Bawumia’s hometown are waiting for the spillage of the Bagre Dam, and Dr. Bawumia believes a smartphone is needed at this time,” he noted.

    Malik Basintale questioned whether Dr. Bawumia believes that providing smartphones is a priority when NABCO trainers and school feeding caterers are still awaiting payment.


    “Do you think the policy is a smartphone on credit, school feeding caterers, a bag of fertilizer has shot up, and you stand before people and all you think is a smartphone on credit? The biggest regret Ghana ever had is Dr. Bawumia as head of the economic management team of this government,” he noted.

    Presidential candidate and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged to improve smartphone accessibility for Ghanaians if elected. During a recent campaign event, Dr. Bawumia detailed his plan to work with phone manufacturers to offer smartphones on a credit basis.

    “We will make mobile phones accessible. My government will partner with phone manufacturers so that Ghanaians can afford them on credit and pay 1 or 2 cedis every month.”

    He emphasized that this initiative is a key component of his administration’s digital inclusion strategy and overall digitization agenda.

  • We are not working in the interest of one party – IEA

    We are not working in the interest of one party – IEA

    The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), a public policy think tank, has addressed allegations of bias from the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) regarding its plans to organize a Presidential Debate for this year’s General Elections.

    The IEA clarified that its announcement of the debate was not intended to favor any particular party.

    The IEA’s decision to host the debate, especially between the candidates of the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), came shortly after NPP’s presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, challenged NDC’s John Mahama to a debate.

    In response, John Mahama’s campaign team accused the IEA of acting on behalf of the NPP. However, in a press release dated July 22, 2024, and signed by Dr. Charles Mensa, Chairman of the IEA Board, the think tank emphasized that it is merely continuing its longstanding tradition of organizing such debates since 2000, and is not serving the interests of any single party.

    “The IEA is on record as having initiated Presidential Debates in the country in the year 2000, and has consistently pursued this noble public-spirited function with integrity, with the exception of 2020 where no Debates were organized because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Respectfully, in our press release of 17th July 2024, the IEA did not indicate that it had engaged or informed any political party or Presidential to participate in the debates. Indeed the IEA had not engaged any Political Party or Presidential Candidate prior to it’s press release. The institute intended to follow its release with individual letters inviting them to the debates and other activities,” the release said.

  • “Confident” NAPO will soon shame his critics – Farouk Mahama on arrogant tag

    “Confident” NAPO will soon shame his critics – Farouk Mahama on arrogant tag

    MP for Yendi, Farouk Aliu Mahama, has predicted that Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) vice-presidential candidate, will soon shut all of his critics.

    According to asaaseradio.com, Mahama is confident that NAPO’s selection will enhance the party’s vote count, particularly in their stronghold, the Ashanti Region.

    He also asserted that people often mistake NAPO’s attitude for arrogance, but he disagrees, saying that “He speaks his mind, just like me.

    He doesn’t know how to pretend; NAPO speaks his mind and he is a confident person. So, he has been misconstrued to be arrogant.”

    Aliu Mahama said this during a TownHall Talk on Asaase 99.5.

    He continued by saying that “Somebody who has been trained by royals can never have any sign or blood of arrogance in his system because his father was a humble man.

    In politics, it is not all that everybody says about you, is right. But I believe it rather helps to shape him.”

  • List of top former NDC govt officials who allegedly bought state lands

    List of top former NDC govt officials who allegedly bought state lands

    Some bigwigs of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have been accused of purchasing lands that belong to the state.

    On social media platform X, a user @Newsgh360, has provided a list of some individuals in the opposition who have engaged in state capture.

    The list includes former President John Evans Atta-Mills, Professor Kofi Awoonor, and former Attorney General Betty Mould Iddrisu, among others.

    Per the user, in 1996 and 1997, the Sakumono SSNIT flats which had been officially designated as the residence of Members of Parliament of Ghana were sold to NDC MPs whose term had just ended.

    It is important to note that TIGPost is presently unavailable to verify the authenticity of this list. Also, the accused individuals are yet to react to the matter.

    In a related development, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources Samuel Abu Jinapor claims to have evidence to prove that the sale of government lands occurred under previous administrations, including those of Presidents Kufuor, Mills, and Mahama.

    Mr Jinapor made this revelation while addressing concerns over recent land transactions and the current administration’s handling of the issue.

    Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on July 20, 2024, Jinapor emphasized that the problem of state land sales is not unique to the Akufo-Addo government.

    He stated, “I have a litany of land sales in Cantonments, Ridge, Roman Ridge, Airport, and Labone, which were sold under President Mahama’s administration, as well as under Presidents Kufuor, Mills, and Rawlings.” He argued that focusing on which administration sold what land only serves to distract from addressing the systemic issues that have plagued successive governments.

  • Joyce Bawa’s name pops up among NDC officials who bought state assets

    Joyce Bawa’s name pops up among NDC officials who bought state assets

    A document circulating on social media is alleging that, Joyce Bawa Mogtari, an aide to former President John Dramani Mahama, acquired state properties prior to the change of government in 2017.

    According to the documents, Joyce Bawa Mogtari purchased a state-owned Toyota Avensis with registration number GT-2435-14 from the State Transport Corporation (STC). 

    The transaction took place just two days before the inauguration of President Nana Akufo-Addo.

    The acquisition of state properties by outgoing officials has been a contentious issue, sparking debates on the ethics and legality of such transactions.

    Joyce Bawah Mogtari’s name appearing on the list of those who bought state assets has added fuel to the ongoing discussions about accountability and transparency in the transfer of government property.

    Joyce Bawah Mogtari, also served as the Deputy Minister of Transport during the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) administration.

    The Independent Ghana cannot validate the authenticity of this document and also yet to comment on these claims.

  • No one can kill me, I move with angels – Koku Anyidoho

    No one can kill me, I move with angels – Koku Anyidoho

    Former Communications Director at the Presidency, Samuel Koku Anyidoho, has revealed that he has spiritually fortified himself, rendering him unafraid of any threats to his life from his enemies.

    He stated that while he is mindful of his security, he believes he is under the divine protection of archangels who ensure no harm befalls him.

    “I am concerned about my security but ultimately the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is protecting me. As I speak to you now, I can see my guardian angels around me. Of course I move with angels. They are four of them – Gabriel, Auriel, Michael and Rafael. They are arch-angels and not ordinary angels. Everyday I walk with them and so I don’t fear anything,” he said in an interview on Ghana Kasa on Kasapa 102.5FM on Tuesday July 16, 2024 after the Host, Bonohene Baffuor Awuah asked him if he is not scared of his life after sharing his views on political issues on social media.

    Samuel Koku Anyidoho, who is a former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) stated confidently that not even a gunshot nor stab can kill him.

    “Let somebody try to shot me, the bullet will not discharge. If someone tries to stab me, the knife will not penetrate my body. I am spiritually fortified in terms of the word of God. The Bible says no weapon fashioned against me shall prosper and every tongue that shall rise up against me in judgement shall be condemned. And as the Bible says in Isaiah… surely they shall gather and take counsel, they will speak the word but it shall not stand. So I know that God protects me daily and I am not scared of anything,” he said.

    Samuel Koku Anyidoho, who also served as a Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), confidently asserted that no physical attack could harm him.

  • Ofori-Atta approved $34.9M for ambulance parts before leaving Finance Ministry – Ablakwa

    Ofori-Atta approved $34.9M for ambulance parts before leaving Finance Ministry – Ablakwa

    In his latest exposé on financial mismanagement and corruption, North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has unveiled documents from Ghana’s Ministry of Finance, revealing a scandal involving a $34.9 million payment authorized by former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta just five days before leaving office.

    According to Ablakwa, the funds were intended for spare parts for the 307 ambulances distributed under the One District One Ambulance initiative.

    The documents show that on February 9, 2024, Ofori-Atta approved the payment to Service Ghana Auto Group Limited. On the same day, he directed the Controller and Accountant-General to release $10 million (GHS 120,711,000), which the company received on February 23, 2024.

    Ablakwa’s analysis reveals that the spare parts cost per ambulance is $113,695.456, exceeding the value of many fully equipped new ambulances. This raises questions about the justification for such a high expenditure when new ambulances could have been purchased for the same or less.

    “In his last shockingly sleazy conduct, Ken Ofori-Atta, by a letter dated February 9, 2024, approved a staggering US$34,904,505.00 to be paid to the discredited Service Ghana Auto Group Limited for the procurement of spare parts for the 307 ambulances purchased by the government in 2019.

    “On the same February 9, 2024, the busy Finance minister instructed the Controller and Accountant-General to release US$ 10 million, equivalent to GHS120,711,000.00.

    “My impeccable tracking of this transaction confirms that the Controller and Accountant-General processed and released the GHS120,711,000.00 on February 23, 2024, which was promptly received in the accounts of Service Ghana Auto Group Limited,” Mr Ablakwa wrote.

    He added that “an analysis of this dubiously outrageous transaction valued at US$34,904,505.00 for spare parts for 307 ambulances actually translates into US$113,695.456.00 per ambulance.

    “Instructively, checks from many Mercedes Benz ambulance dealers across the world show that US$113,695,456.00 is far more than the value of a considerable number of modern fully equipped new ambulances.”

    Further investigations, according to Ablakwa, reveal that Service Ghana Auto Group Limited was incorporated on April 24, 2020, more than a year after President Akufo-Addo commissioned the 307 ambulances in January 2019. He claims the company was awarded the contract without a competitive procurement process, raising suspicions of favoritism and lack of due diligence.

    Ablakwa notes that Service Ghana Auto Group Limited had already received GHS 115,342,573 for servicing the ambulances between 2020 and 2023 and that the company stands to make a total of GHS 653 million from the transactions, which is more than double the cost of the ambulances purchased in 2019.

    He said the contract awarded to Service Ghana Auto was controversial because a special audit by the Auditor-General cited several issues, including inflated invoices, misuse of National Ambulance Service staff for maintenance, breaches of maintenance schedules, and an unfavorable MoU with the National Ambulance Service.

    In his publication, the MP announced plans to formally petition the Office of the Special Prosecutor to conduct criminal investigations into the matter. He emphasized the need to hold those responsible accountable and protect the public purse from further exploitation.

    “I intend to formally petition the Office of the Special Prosecutor this week for his office to conduct criminal investigations into this sordid affair,” he stated.

    Read the full publication by the MP below:

    THE US$34.9 MILLION (GHS538 MILLION) AMBULANCE SCANDAL AND HOW SERVICE GHANA AUTO GROUP LIMITED HAS MADE A COOL GHS653MILLION THROUGH INFLATED INVOICES

    Unimpeachable intercepted documents from Ghana’s Ministry of Finance reveal yet another scandal of ginormous proportions.

    Five days before leaving the Ministry of Finance after President Akufo-Addo’s lame-duck Valentine Day reshuffle, Ken Ofori-Atta decided to teach us one more unforgettable bitter lesson. Perhaps, it was his special way of exiting with a vengeance after incessant and relentless calls from suffering Ghanaians to have him sacked.

    In a grand ‘lootocratic’ conspiracy with the outgoing Health Minister, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu who was also affected by the reshuffle, the two abysmal performing ministers decided to cause more financial loss — it seems from the Sputnik V scandal, mismanagement of billions of covid funds, benefiting directly from loans accumulated, all the way to Ghana’s current bankruptcy — the two outgoing disastrous ministers didn’t think they have already wreaked enough havoc to have mercy on us.

    In his last shockingly sleazy conduct, Ken Ofori-Atta by a letter dated 9th February, 2024 approved a staggering US$34,904,505.00 to be paid to the discredited Service Ghana Auto Group Limited for the procurement of spare parts for the 307 ambulances purchased by government in 2019.

    On the same 9th February, 2024, the busy Finance Minister instructed the Controller and Accountant-General to release US$10million, equivalent to GHS120,711,000.00.

    My impeccable tracking of this transaction confirms that the Controller and Accountant-General processed and released the GHS120,711,000.00 on February 23, 2024 which was promptly received in the accounts of Service Ghana Auto Group Limited.

    An analysis of this dubiously outrageous transaction valued at US$34,904,505.00 for spare parts for 307 ambulances, actually translates into US$113,695.456.00 per ambulance.

    Instructively, checks from many Mercedes Benz ambulance dealers across the world show that US$113,695,456.00 is far more than the value of a considerable number of modern fully equipped new ambulances.

    Why sign a rip-off and an unconscionable sweetheart deal of US$113,695.456.00 just for spare parts when you can buy a new fully equipped modern Mercedes Benz ambulance for the same value, and even less?

    What happened to value for money and love for country?

    Further parliamentary oversight reveals that Service Ghana Auto Group Limited was incorporated on April 24, 2020.

    Service Ghana Auto Group Limited was therefore incorporated more than a year after the 307 new ambulances were commissioned by President Akufo-Addo on January 28, 2019.

    Typical of how this incurably corrupt government operates, the company was handpicked without a competitive procurement process.

    Additionally, Government appears not to have done much due diligence on the directors of the company — I shall return to this in much detail later.

    Deeper parliamentary oversight through GIFMIS assessments also confirms that even before this US$34.9million scandalous Ken Ofori-Atta/Agyeman-Manu send-off package, Service Ghana Auto Group Limited has received a colossal GHS115,342,573 in payments for shoddy servicing of the ambulances between 2020 and 2023.

    This means, so far, Service Ghana Auto Group Limited alone will be making a mind-boggling GHS653million from these ambulances. This figure is more than double of how much the ambulances cost us in 2019. (Prevailing exchange rate of US$54million which was the cost of the 307 ambulances in 2019.)

    One wonders if the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government procured the ambulances to save lives or they were procured to serve as an unbridled cash cow for corrupt politicians and their business collaborators.

    What is even more depressing, the Auditor-General’s special audit titled — Performance Audit Report of the Auditor-General on Fleet Management of the National Ambulance Service which was published on May 25, 2022 had the following extremely damning conclusions about Service Ghana Auto Group Limited:

    I) Service Ghana Auto Group Limited inflated invoices;

    II) Service Ghana Auto Group Limited in many instances used staff of the National Ambulance Service for its maintenance even though all payments went to their company;

    III) Service Ghana Auto Group Limited consistently breached maintenance schedules and procedures and

    IV) The Service Ghana Auto Group Limited MoU with the National Ambulance Service did not inure to the benefit of the National Ambulance Service.

    How can any Government which claims to care about protecting the public purse be aware of this damning audit report and still proceed to award an even bigger contract of US$34.9million (GHS538million) when Ghana did not get value for money after previously paying Service Ghana Auto Group Limited GHS115million?

    It is also worth remembering that this is the same company which was exposed in a viral video a couple of years ago when an ambulance sent to them to be serviced was rather used to cart cement by their unscrupulous staff. (See attached the pathetic apology they issued at the time).

    Who would have predicted that a government trying everything by hook or crook to have Minority Leader, Hon. Dr. Ato Forson convicted in that infamous ambulance trial for allegedly causing financial loss of €2.37million will itself be recklessly, mindlessly and criminally causing real financial loss in excess of US$34.9million through another ambulance transaction.

    Tomorrow is indeed pregnant.

    I intend to formally petition the Office of the Special Prosecutor this week for his office to conduct criminal investigations into this sordid affair.

    Stinky create, loot and share shall be fearlessly defeated!

    For God and Country.

    Ghana First.

  • Only an experienced leader can revive Ghana’s economy, choose me – Mahama to Ghanaians

    Only an experienced leader can revive Ghana’s economy, choose me – Mahama to Ghanaians

    The National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has underscored the importance of electing “an experienced leader” to revitalize the country’s fortunes.

    During a visit to the Awayaso West Wuogun and Adenta Constituencies in Accra on Thursday, Mahama highlighted that the NDC possesses the “experience” necessary to address and resolve the nation’s current “economic crisis.”

    “Our nation is in crisis; times have never been as hard in Ghana as they are today… Unfortunately, the people who have caused the economic crises do not even realize there is a crisis,” he said.

    Mahama said that if the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government “understood” the present economic crisis, they would have taken steps to resolve it.

    “If you [NPP] have anything to do for Ghanaians, you have enough time to do it now. If you can’t do it in five months, there is no guarantee that you can do it even if we give you four years or eight years,” he added.

    The tour commenced at the La Bawaleshie Chief’s Palace, where Mahama spoke to party supporters, urging them to remain vigilant for the December elections.

    Mahama contended that Ghanaians are “wide awake” and will not be swayed by “false promises” from the NPP. “

    The flagbearer criticized the NPP presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, calling him an “inexperienced driver’s mate.”

    “If you have two buses and one is a driver’s mate, who has been an apprentice to a driver, and you have an experienced driver who has driven you several times, back and forth, to your destination, which of those two buses will you sit in?” he asked.

    Mahama reflected on the disturbances during the 2020 Awayaso West Wuogun election and committed to “pursuing justice” for those who lost their lives in that area. He promised that a future NDC government would establish a community day school in the constituency, which currently lacks a secondary school.

    At the University of Ghana’s Commonwealth Hall, Mahama pledged to collaborate with private developers to build additional hostels to address accommodation shortages.

    John Dumelo, who also spoke, expressed strong confidence in the NDC’s chances of winning the Awayaso West Wuogun seat. He urged voters to come out in large numbers on Election Day and stressed the need for enhanced security in the constituency, which has become “an economic hub.” Dumelo also called on Mahama to reinstate the licenses of failed banks if elected.

    At the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Calvary Congregation, in the Adentan Constituency, Mahama reiterated his “24-hour Economy” agenda, outlining plans to stabilize the economy and create jobs. Mohammed Ramadan, the MP for Adentan, encouraged his constituents to vote for Mahama to ensure the NDC retains a parliamentary majority.

    The NDC team then proceeded to Adenta Market, where Mahama addressed a crowd of enthusiastic supporters amid a vibrant display of party paraphernalia and stunt riding.

  • I was already focused, but marriage has made me more focused – Sammy Gyamfi

    I was already focused, but marriage has made me more focused – Sammy Gyamfi

    The National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, has shared how marriage has positively impacted his life and career, highlighting increased focus and discipline.

    Married since December 2022, Mr Gyamfi described marriage as a transformative experience that has provided him with stability and reinforced his commitment to his goals.

    He acknowledges that while he was already focused before marriage, the institution has significantly deepened these attributes.

    “I was already focused, but marriage has made me more focused. Marriage has given me a better half that helps me to execute our plans and objectives. It has been a good experience so far. We are taking it one step at a time and learning a lot thanks to our parents and all the elders. We are making good progress. The thing about marriage is it doesn’t matter how long you have been together; marriage is different from courtship,” he noted.

    In response to recent controversies, including a viral video suggesting a lavish trip to Miami funded by the party, Gyamfi firmly denied any misuse of party funds.

    In an interview on the KSM show, he dismissed the allegations as part of the challenges in his political role and affirmed his commitment to integrity and transparency.

    “It has nothing to do with party funds; some people put it out there for their own mischievous plans. There are aspects of criminality, and I couldn’t let it pass. There are clearly false statements about me. The judicial process is ongoing, and we wait to see what the court will say. I think that my wife has taken it in her stride. I have inculcated in her the need to have a tough skin just like me because of the terrain I find myself in. I know the detractors who put that out there sought to tarnish my image and discredit my voice. It is an old trip I made after I got married. I have never stolen money, and I will never steal money. I don’t know why my private life should remain an issue,” he asserted.

    Reflecting on his political journey, Gyamfi traced his passion back to junior high school, where he developed an interest in politics and leadership.

    Influenced by his father and inspired by figures like Ghana’s former president, Jerry John Rawlings, he pursued law and economics to improve his communication skills and effectiveness in politics.

    “At the JHS level, it was very clear to me I wanted to be a politician and I developed an appetite for reading about political leaders. My father bought me an encyclopedia and installed the Encarta encyclopedia. Rawlings was my ideal, I started following him and took interest in freedom fighters.

    In university, I initially studied Environmental Science, which wasn’t my passion. I began engaging in partisan politics at KNUST, and after completing my first degree, I pursued law and later studied economics to enhance my communication skills.

    He also reaffirmed his steadfast commitment to serving the NDC and advocating for the interests of the Ghanaian people.

  • NDC to unveil 2024 national campaign on July 27

    NDC to unveil 2024 national campaign on July 27

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it will launch its national campaign for the 2024 Presidential elections in Tamale, Northern Region, on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

    The party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, introduced the ‘Get Fit and Ready Mahama Walk’ in Accra on Saturday, July 20, 2024.

    “On July 27, Tamale is the venue. The national campaign is going to be launched in Tamale, and all of you who will be in attendance are warmly welcome. The victory of the NDC is coming again, and it starts in Tamale,” he noted.

    During the walk, Mahama emphasized the importance of collective effort during the campaign to secure more votes.

    He also urged party agents and executives to stay vigilant on election day until results are declared to prevent any potential irregularities, such as cheating, and to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process.

    The NDC’s national campaign launch in Tamale is anticipated to be a significant event in the lead-up to the 2024 elections. With a focus on collective effort and vigilance, the party is preparing for a strong campaign to achieve victory.

  • Tamale South NPP leadership accuses NDC members of destroying their posters

    Tamale South NPP leadership accuses NDC members of destroying their posters

    The New Patriotic Party (NPP) leadership in the Tamale South constituency has voiced strong dissatisfaction following the defacement of their parliamentary candidate Alhaji Fuseini Musah’s posters during the recent Fire Festival celebrations.

    According to the NPP, posters of their candidate were vandalized along the Lamashegu and Tamale Teaching Hospital roads, while the posters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Haruna Iddrisu, were left untouched. This has sparked accusations from the NPP, who claim the NDC is behind the incident.

    At a press conference, Abdulai Abdul Razak, the NPP’s communications director for the Tamale South constituency, condemned the act as a blatant violation of political decorum and stated their intention to report the matter to the police.

    He emphasized that such actions are illegal under the political parties law and warranted legal action.

    “This deliberate defacing and removal of banners belonging to our diligent parliamentary candidate, Alhaji Fuseini Musah, and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is both unfortunate and distasteful,” Razak said.

    “The incident, which occurred during the Fire Festival, was a clear sign of disrespect for our candidates and an attempt to undermine our campaign.”

    Razak noted that the posters of Hon. Haruna Iddrisu were left intact, which he finds peculiar and suggests a targeted attack. He described the actions as irresponsible and intended to provoke conflict and confusion within the constituency.

    The NPP has called on the NDC to address the behavior of their members and restore decorum to the campaign environment.

    They have vowed to take the necessary legal steps to address what they perceive as a deliberate attempt to disrupt the electoral process.

    “This act of vandalism is not only unreasonable but also shows a blatant disregard for the laws of our country. We are committed to ensuring that those responsible are held accountable,” Razak added.

  • Stop destroying our billboards or face our wrath – NDC tells NPP

    Stop destroying our billboards or face our wrath – NDC tells NPP

    The Mahama 2024 Campaign has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) against any attempts to remove or obstruct billboards featuring its flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, or National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidates.

    The Campaign team reported that the Chief Executive of the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) had taken down a billboard of Mr. Mahama, which was installed by Alliance Media in Tema.

    In a statement released on Friday, July 19, the Mahama 2024 Campaign condemned this action, describing it as “unacceptable and a needless provocation aimed at inflaming political tensions in the country.”

    “Alliance Media, a legally registered Ghanaian advertising business, has the rightful permission to mount Out-of-Home (OOH) and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) sites nationwide. They diligently pay the required annual fees to the TMA and other assemblies. Therefore, it is utterly unacceptable for the TMA chief executive to tear down their legally placed billboard, which the Mahama Campaign rented and paid for.”

    The Mahama 2024 Campaign expects Alliance Media to pursue legal action against the TMA for this incident. They warned the TMA chief executive and the NPP that such provocative acts, which incite political clashes and violence, are harmful to the progress of democracy in Ghana.

    “We have noted a similar act in the Ablekuma North constituency, where the NPP blocked a billboard mounted by the NDC parliamentary candidate. And despite the NPP’s unwarranted provocation in various parts of the country, we note that institutions like the National Peace Council and religious and civil society organisations are watching,” they added.

    The Mahama 2024 Campaign emphasized that such actions would no longer be tolerated. “If these provocations continue, we will be forced to instruct our members to take necessary measures to prevent such acts across the country.”

    They urged the NPP to campaign peacefully and respect the rights of others to promote their political candidates and messages.

    “Violence and destruction of property have no place in our political discourse. As President Mahama noted in an opinion piece on Tuesday, there must be “peace and decorum in our political discourse, especially in the run-up to high-stakes elections such as those we face in December this year’,” the Mahama 2024 Campaign further stated.

  • We will no longer tolerate your destruction of our billboards – NDC warns NPP

    We will no longer tolerate your destruction of our billboards – NDC warns NPP

    The Mahama 2024 Campaign has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) regarding any attempts to dismantle or obstruct billboards featuring their flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, or the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidates.

    The Campaign team reported that the Chief Executive of the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) recently removed a billboard of Mr. Mahama, which had been erected by Alliance Media in Tema.

    In a statement released on Friday, July 19, the Mahama 2024 Campaign condemned the action as “unacceptable” and described it as a provocative attempt to escalate political tensions in the country.

    “Alliance Media, a legally registered Ghanaian advertising company, has the proper authorization to install Out-of-Home (OOH) and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertisements nationwide. They regularly pay the required annual fees to the TMA and other assemblies. Therefore, the action by the TMA chief executive to dismantle a legally placed billboard, rented and paid for by the Mahama Campaign, is utterly unacceptable,” the statement read.

    The Campaign expects Alliance Media to pursue legal action against the TMA for this incident. They also cautioned the TMA chief executive and the NPP that such actions, which provoke political conflicts and violence, harm the country’s democratic progress.

    The statement also highlighted a similar incident in the Ablekuma North constituency, where an NDC parliamentary candidate’s billboard was blocked by the NPP. Despite these provocations, the Campaign noted that institutions such as the National Peace Council, as well as religious and civil society organizations, are observing these developments.

    The Mahama 2024 Campaign made it clear that such actions would no longer be tolerated, warning that if they persist, their members would be instructed to take necessary measures to prevent such acts across the country.

    The Campaign called on the NPP to conduct their campaign peacefully and respect the rights of other parties to advertise their political candidates and messages.

    “Violence and destruction of property have no place in our political discourse,” the statement emphasized. “As President Mahama mentioned in an opinion piece on Tuesday, there must be ‘peace and decorum in our political discourse, especially in the run-up to high-stakes elections such as those we face in December this year.’”

  • IEA wants to manipulate 2024 electoral process in favor of NPP – NDC

    IEA wants to manipulate 2024 electoral process in favor of NPP – NDC

    The 2024 Campaign team for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama has accused the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) of serving as a conduit for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) to manipulate the 2024 electoral process.

    In reaction to the IEA’s recent announcement of presidential and vice-presidential debates involving the NPP and NDC, campaign spokesperson Joyce Bawah Mogtari criticized the institute for failing to consult with the NDC prior to making its decision.

    Madam Mogtari emphasized that Ghana’s constitution does not grant the IEA the authority to organize activities related to elections.

    “It is completely unacceptable that the IEA would make such an announcement without engaging or informing the National Democratic Congress, one of the major political parties in Ghana.

    “The Constitution of Ghana does not grant the IEA any authority to organize elections-related activities. The fact that the IEA has not shown the decency or respect to at least inform the NDC of its plans raises serious questions about its motives.

    “The IEA is clearly acting as a front for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and seeks to manipulate the electoral process in favor of the ruling party,” parts of the statement read.

    The statement downplayed the importance of a presidential debate, noting the party’s extensive and continuous interactions with people across the nation.

    Additionally, the team warned the IEA against exploiting the NDC’s name to advance its own agenda in a deceptive manner.

    “It is important to remind the IEA and the Ghanaian public that the NDC, led by our presidential candidate John Dramani Mahama and running mate Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, has been engaging with the citizenry for many years. Mahama’s online and offline conversations have targeted a wide range of audiences and focused on addressing the needs and concerns of the people of Ghana.

    “Our well-planned engagements with various sectors of society across the country have been and continue to be extremely beneficial to the people of Ghana. In this case, we caution the IEA against using the NDC’s name to promote their activities, as this is a blatant attempt to deliberately misrepresent our party,” the statement said.

  • We are rather making Bawumia too popular, let’s change strategy – Top NDC member tells party

    We are rather making Bawumia too popular, let’s change strategy – Top NDC member tells party

    A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised serious concerns over the party’s current strategy to discredit Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.

    In an open letter published on ghanaguardian.com, James Essilfie Conduah, warned that the party’s attempts to label Dr. Bawumia as a liar are not only ineffective but are inadvertently increasing his popularity.

    Conduah, who has closely followed Ghanaian elections since 1996, criticized the NDC’s messaging approach for the 2024 campaign.

    He expressed his dismay, stating, “Having actively followed seven general elections, from the 1996 election, which the late President Rawlings won, I must admit, rather reluctantly and with disappointment, that the 2024 elections campaign of our party is the least effective in terms of messaging.”

    Despite the NDC’s efforts to tarnish Dr. Bawumia’s reputation, Conduah observed that the Vice President’s popularity continues to surge.

    He explained, “It was obvious to us over the last couple of years that the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, would be the likely flagbearer for the NPP in the 2024 Presidential elections. We, therefore, set out with a strategy to destroy his credibility by labelling him a liar at every opportunity.”

    Initially, Conduah supported this strategy, but he has since re-evaluated its effectiveness.

    “This strategy appears to be backfiring because, as Dr. Bawumia goes around the country, he appears to be more popular than ever. How come a man we have spent all our time with our communicators, labeling and branding a liar, is still popular with the people? The answer, obviously, is simple. When you label somebody a liar, you have to be able to prove, with evidence, the lies he has told.”

    Conduah admitted that Dr. Bawumia has fulfilled many promises that the NDC previously dismissed.

    “While we continue to tag him a liar, hoping it will stain his image, Bawumia is going around selling his message about what he has done as Vice President to Ghanaians. He is pointing out his achievements and explaining his vision. To be honest, I have watched videos of Dr. Bawumia on the campaign trail, and his message is compelling. And as a sympathiser of the NDC, this worries me.”

    The open letter also highlighted the growing support for Dr. Bawumia in various Northern regions, where he has received enthusiastic receptions during his campaign tour. Conduah’s concerns are echoed by other NDC members, who have noted the large crowds welcoming the Vice President.

    Member of Parliament for Tolon Constituency, Habib Iddrisu, remarked on the NDC’s anxiety over Dr. Bawumia’s campaign momentum.

    “… they are frightened by the movement of our flagbearer; he is a serious campaigner, the message. So they get the feedback from their constituencies,” Iddrisu said on State of Affairs on GHOne TV with Lantam Papanko.

    Conduah’s letter also underscored the various government initiatives spearheaded by Dr. Bawumia that have resonated with voters, including Agenda 111, One Constituency One Ambulance, Zongo Development Fund, and the Digital Address System. He argued that these achievements have strengthened Dr. Bawumia’s appeal to the electorate.

    “How can a voter ignore someone who has initiated or championed so many good policies such as Agenda 111, One Constituency One Ambulance, Zongo Development Fund, Ghanacard, and the Gold for Oil policy, among others? When Bawumia announced that drones would deliver medical supplies to remote areas, we called him a liar! He has achieved this, so how do we convince Ghanaians that he is a liar? What he is selling he has done are real issues that matter to the populace, and they appreciate Dr. Bawumia for it,” Conduah said.

    Conduah concluded his letter with a call for the NDC to reassess its campaign tactics. He urged the party to shift focus from undermining Dr. Bawumia’s credibility to presenting a compelling and policy-driven alternative to the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).

  • You can do all you want, you won’t win 2024 elections – NDC to NPP

    You can do all you want, you won’t win 2024 elections – NDC to NPP

    A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has stated that no amount of rigging will guarantee the New Patriotic Party (NPP) victory in the upcoming December Polls.


    According to the member of the NDC who doubles as the former Deputy Information Minister, the NPP is organizing an election rigging plot for 2024.

    He questioned the NPP’s election strategy in an interview with Citi News on July 18, 2024, calling it a clandestine attempt at electoral manipulation.

    “We know that when they talk about strategy, they are referring to rigging. No amount of rigging will guarantee them (NPP) victory.

    “In 2008, they tried a similar rigging tactic, and the margin of defeat was so significant that no amount of mathematical manipulation could help them,” as quoted on citinewsroom.com.

    As the front-runners in the 2024 elections, John Mahama and NPP leader Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia are anticipated to engage in a fierce contest.

    But Nana Kwame Bediako, who is running for The New Force, and the Alan Kyerematen Movement for Change will also be running for president.

    The goal of the NDC is a resurgence.

    The party is counting on Mahama’s leadership to spearhead its comeback after losing to the NPP in the last election.

  • Malik Basintale ‘destroys’ Minister on live TV, lists state assets, contracts he secured for his family

    Malik Basintale ‘destroys’ Minister on live TV, lists state assets, contracts he secured for his family

    A heated exchange unfolded on live television between Malik Basintale, Deputy National Communication Officer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and Amidu Issahaku Chinnia, Deputy Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

    The confrontation took place during a broadcast on GHOne TV, where Basintale accused Chinnia of making false allegations against former President John Dramani Mahama regarding the acquisition of state lands and properties.

    Basintale charged Chinnia, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for Sissala East constituency, with hypocrisy for accusing Mahama of buying state lands while allegedly acquiring several state assets himself.

    “Honourable Chinnia was deputy minister, yesterday I heard him ranting on Good Morning Ghana two days ago that President Mahama bought this, President Mahama bought this state land. When he was asked to prove it, he failed to do so,” Basintale asserted.

    He went on to list specific instances of purported state land acquisitions by Chinnia, claiming, “As we speak now, his radio station is on a land in Tumu. That land was government land, it belonged to the local assembly. His radio station is there. How did he acquire that land? Number two, close to the stadium in Tumu is government land, as we speak now, he’s putting up a filling station there. How did he acquire that land? State land. Yet he sat on TV and was mentioning President Mahama’s name as if that was even true. Meanwhile, you have been acquiring state property.”

    Basintale also alleged that Chinnia had benefited from sole sourcing, accusing him of awarding contracts to a company formed by his associates.

    “His brother went to form a company and the company is called Batowese. His driver was also part of forming that company. His brother is called Abdel Bazaar. His driver is called Dimbie Yahya. And his direct cousin is called Olatunji Amuda. They formed a company called Batowese, came to him as deputy minister, together with his minister at the ministry. And he awarded a contract, a road contract worth 12 million to his own brother. They captured all the projects in Tumu,” Basintale claimed.

    In response, Chinnia defended his actions, stating that acquiring state properties is not a crime as long as proper procedures are followed.

    “It’s not a crime for any Ghanaian to go through the proper process established to buy state land. It has never been the case,” Chinnia clarified.

    He emphasized that no law prohibits public officials from purchasing state lands, provided they adhere to the established guidelines.

  • NPP’s goal is to rig 2024 elections – NDC

    NPP’s goal is to rig 2024 elections – NDC

    Former Deputy Information Minister, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of orchestrating a plan to rig the 2024 elections.

    Mr Ofosu claimed that the NPP’s so-called strategy for the upcoming polls is essentially a scheme to manipulate the results.

    While the NPP has expressed confidence in its strategy to outmaneuver the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and deliver a surprising victory in December, Ofosu argued otherwise.

    In an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Eyewitness News on Citi FM on Thursday, Ofosu suggested that the NPP’s strategy is merely a cover for its rigging intentions.

    He recalled that a similar situation occurred during the 2008 elections, where the NPP’s rigging attempts failed miserably.

    “We know that when they speak about strategy, they are talking about rigging but let me tell you no amount of rigging will let them win.”

    “In 2008 they did similar rigging, and the margin of defeat was so wide that no amount of mathematics could save them,” he stated

  • Akufo-Addo does not deserve honorary doctorate – NDC Youth to UHAS

    Akufo-Addo does not deserve honorary doctorate – NDC Youth to UHAS

    The Volta Regional Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) to retract its decision to award an honorary doctorate to President Akufo-Addo.

    The Youth Wing has urged the university’s vice chancellor and council to halt the conferment, deeming it “undeserved” and “unacceptable.”

    The statement, which was issued and signed by Mathias Johnson Alagbo, the Volta Regional Youth Organiser, said: “It is infuriating and unacceptable that UHAS would even consider honouring a leader whose policies and actions have profoundly undermined the welfare and development of the Volta region and the nation.”

    The statement highlighted that UHAS was established under the Mills-Mahama-led NDC administration, which provided the vision, resources, and initial development for the university.

    They refuted claims by UHAS authorities that the current administration secured funding for the China Phase II project, asserting that the groundwork for ongoing funding through Chinese grants was laid by President Mills before the university’s first phase of construction.

    “We challenge the current administration to demonstrate any significant contributions they have made to UHAS since President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo took office,” Alagbo said. The statement also slammed the government for failing to provide financial clearance for employing lecturers and staff at the university and for abandoning university roads started by the NDC.

    “This honorary degree proposal is a blatantly partisan move,” Alagbo said, adding that UHAS, as an esteemed academic institution, must remain neutral and avoid political controversies. To the wing, awarding this degree would tarnish UHAS’s reputation and send a dangerous message endorsing the current administration’s “numerous failings and misdeeds,” including economic mismanagement and grand corruption.

    “We forcefully urge the Vice Chancellor and the UHAS Council to withdraw this proposed conferment immediately,” Alagbo stated. According to the statement, if the school fails to meet their demand, it will lead to lawful and democratic actions, including massive and sustained demonstrations against the university management.

  • ‘I’m the experienced driver in whom you can trust’ – Mahama

    ‘I’m the experienced driver in whom you can trust’ – Mahama

    Former President John Dramani Mahama, leader of the NDC, outlined the party’s proposed solutions to Ghana’s current economic turmoil during a recent gathering with Chiefs and Elders of La-Bawaleshie and Mempeasem in Ayawaso West Constituency. He urged the NPP government to prioritize economic recovery over empty promises.

    Mahama underscored the severity of the nation’s crisis, citing high unemployment rates and widespread poverty affecting over 550,000 Ghanaians. He emphasized the importance of youth skills development through initiatives such as the National Apprenticeship Program.

    Critiquing the NPP’s bid for re-election amid calls for increased taxes, Mahama voiced skepticism, asserting that Ghanaians are alert and cannot be deceived again.

    Mahama also criticized the government’s failure to compensate victims of the 2019 Ayawaso shooting incident, highlighting the need for accountability and justice.

    “The nation is currently in crisis, and the next NDC government is poised to transform the economy. Times have never been as hard as this; our nation is in crisis, and young people are sinking in unemployment. A recent report stated that 550,000 people in Ghana are living in poverty, and almost 2 million are not in proper employment. There are high unemployment rates.

    “That is why we want to bring the National Apprenticeship Program. It is important for the youth to acquire skills; if you want to travel, you need a skill to survive.

    “They are asking us to give them another turn in office while making excuses to rationalise why we need additional taxes. It is enough; Ghanaians are wide awake; the NPP cannot lie to Ghanaians again.

    “We need an experienced driver. If you have two buses, one with an experienced driver and one with an inexperienced driver, which one will you go for?” he asked.

  • I’m the solution to rescuing Ghana’s economy – Mahama

    I’m the solution to rescuing Ghana’s economy – Mahama

    Former President John Dramani Mahama, flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)NDC, emphasized the party’s readiness to address Ghana’s current economic challenges during a recent visit to the Chiefs and Elders of La-Bawaleshie and Mempeasem in Ayawaso West Constituency.

    He urged the NPP government to focus on economic recovery instead of empty promises.

    Mahama highlighted the severity of the nation’s crisis, citing high unemployment rates and widespread poverty affecting over 550,000 Ghanaians.

    He stressed the importance of skills development for youth through initiatives like the National Apprenticeship Program.

    Addressing voter skepticism, Mahama criticized the NPP’s request for another term while justifying new taxes, asserting that Ghanaians are discerning and cannot be misled again.

    Mahama also expressed dismay over the government’s failure to compensate victims of the 2019 Ayawaso shooting incident, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice.

    “The nation is currently in crisis, and the next NDC government is poised to transform the economy. Times have never been as hard as this; our nation is in crisis, and young people are sinking in unemployment. A recent report stated that 550,000 people in Ghana are living in poverty, and almost 2 million are not in proper employment. There are high unemployment rates.

    “That is why we want to bring the National Apprenticeship Program. It is important for the youth to acquire skills; if you want to travel, you need a skill to survive.

    “They are asking us to give them another turn in office while making excuses to rationalise why we need additional taxes. It is enough; Ghanaians are wide awake; the NPP cannot lie to Ghanaians again.

    “We need an experienced driver. If you have two buses, one with an experienced driver and one with an inexperienced driver, which one will you go for?” he asked.

  • You will extend Akufo-Addo’s term in office if you vote for Bawumia – Mahama

    You will extend Akufo-Addo’s term in office if you vote for Bawumia – Mahama

    The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has stated that voting for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the December 7 general elections would amount to a third term for President Akufo-Addo.

    Mahama accused the NPP of extensive corruption and economic mismanagement, alleging they seek to whitewash their record by pushing Bawumia with the ‘Break the 8’ agenda.

    He described Bawumia as a compliant Vice President poised to shield the NPP from accountability for their actions.

    Speaking at a rally in Bawalashie during his campaign tour of the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency in the Greater Accra Region on July 18, 2024, Mahama urged voters to reject the New Patriotic Party (NPP) decisively, emphasizing that Ghana needs a new direction.

    He pledged that his administration would hold the NPP accountable for their governance failures, including investigating the deaths of eight people during the 2020 election and ensuring justice and compensation for their families.

  • We are ensuring Ghanaians have a reason to vote for NPP – Miracles Aboagye

    We are ensuring Ghanaians have a reason to vote for NPP – Miracles Aboagye

    Spokesperson for the Bawumia campaign, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has expressed optimism that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will prevail despite a victory prediction for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) by Fitch Solutions.

    Speaking on JoyNews Desk on Thursday, July 18, he emphasized that while the current state of the economy presents challenges, the NPP is committed to improving the economic conditions for Ghanaians.

    Mr. Aboagye pointed out that inflation has dropped from around 54% to 23%, indicating economic progress.

    He stressed that the NPP is actively campaigning and working to demonstrate its commitment to improving the country’s economic situation.

    “As we speak, we are in the five northern regions campaigning. Until we get to the polls and ballot in December, we believe that we have a responsibility to ensure that the Ghanaian voter has a reason to vote for us. That is what we are doing,” he said.

    Fitch Solutions‘ forecast indicates that 54 percent of respondents favor the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate John Mahama. Mike Kruiniger of Fitch Solutions highlighted that economic factors would significantly influence voter decisions.

    Despite these predictions, Miracles Aboagye remains hopeful and dedicated to the NPP’s mission of proving their worth to the electorate.

  • NDC’s Ashie Moore accused of aggression, assault by constituency women organisers

    NDC’s Ashie Moore accused of aggression, assault by constituency women organisers

    Tensions are escalating within the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Greater Accra Region over allegations against the Regional Chairman, Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore.

    Accusations of aggression and assault by Moore have prompted a group of constituency women organisers to petition the National Executive Council (NEC), demanding immediate action.

    On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, over forty constituency women organisers submitted a petition to the NEC, accusing Moore of persistent chauvinistic and bigoted actions. The petitioners allege that Moore has displayed male aggression and threatened assault against several leading women in the party.

    The petition details three instances of alleged sexist behavior, including verbal abuse and threats. “Apart from other alleged misconduct of the Regional Chairman since he took office, some of which have been reported in the media, he is repeatedly displaying tendencies of a misogynist,” the petition states.

    One significant incident cited occurred during the 2022 National Congress of the Party, where Moore allegedly called the Deputy Regional Secretary, Madam Patricia Akuyea Addy, a prostitute and attempted to assault her.

    This outburst reportedly happened after Addy questioned Moore’s attempt to usurp the powers of the Regional Secretary by seizing accreditation tags meant for party delegates. Despite calls for him to withdraw the disparaging words and apologize, Moore remained defiant and faced no repercussions.

    Further incidents include an episode at the party headquarters, where Moore is accused of attempting to assault Madam Obuobia Darko Opoku, the Deputy National Communications Director of the party and a member of the NDC 2024 campaign.

    The petitioners recount Moore’s maniacal behavior, calling her unprintable names and referring to her as an ‘ashawo.’

    The most recent alleged abuse, which spurred the petition, involved Moore’s behavior towards the Regional Women Organizer, Madam Felicia Merkpoi Bortey.

    On July 9, 2024, during a meeting of the Greater Accra Regional Executive Committee, Moore reportedly hurled insults at Bortey, threatening to beat her up and once again calling her an ‘ashawo.’

    The petitioners emphasize the urgency of addressing Moore’s conduct, highlighting the strategic importance of the Greater Accra Region in the upcoming 2024 elections.

    They stress that Moore’s behavior undermines the confidence and effectiveness of the women’s wing of the party, which is crucial for their electoral success.

    “It is absolutely unacceptable for a Regional Chairman to wear this dishonourable badge of misogynism in a critical region like Greater Accra. Even though he may have a record as an ‘abuser of women,’ once he has assumed the role of Regional Chairman, his conduct must reflect the ethics of that noble office. Against this backdrop, we request that your outfit act swiftly to call the Regional Chairman to order,” the petition reads.

    The women organisers also express concern about the broader implications of Moore’s behavior, urging the NEC to take decisive action to maintain the party’s democratic credentials and ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all members.

  • He is threatening women with police – NDC Women Organizer accuses Regional Chairman

    He is threatening women with police – NDC Women Organizer accuses Regional Chairman

    Constituency Women Organizers from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have leveled serious accusations against Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore, the Greater Accra Regional Chairman.

    Over 40 Constituency Women Organizers submitted a petition to the National Executive Council (NEC) of the party on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, alleging that Mr. Ashie Moore exhibited male aggression and made threats against prominent women within the party.

    During an interview on Adom FM’s morning show, Dwaso Nsem, on Thursday, Ledzokuku Constituency Women Organizer Hajia Sherifa Sulley asserted that the Regional Chairman threatened them with arrest unless they apologized to him.

    “We petitioned Regional Chairman Ashie Moore, but he disrespected us. He was mocking us when we presented the petition at his office. He called some of the women and threatened them with the Police. I was disappointed at a video I saw of the Regional Chairman using the Police to threaten the women to apologise to him, if not, he will have them arrested by Friday,” she said.

    Hajia Sherifa stressed that their intentions were not to undermine Mr. Ashie Moore but rather to pursue justice and advocate for women’s respect within the party.

    She appealed to the National Executive Council to attentively consider their grievances and implement necessary measures.

    “We believe in the NDC as a party and trust that our executives will never sit on this case aloof. They will investigate and come out with the truth and give their own verdict. We don’t want to decide for the party on what to do with the issue. They should deliberate and come out with a punishment if necessary,” she stated.

    The Ledzokuku Constituency Women Organizer reaffirmed their commitment to the NDC and expressed optimism that the matter would be resolved to uphold the party’s integrity and unity.

    Hajia Sherifa expressed her wish that the party’s leadership would address the issue equitably, ensuring that the NDC continues to be a party that cherishes and honors its women.

  • NDC will win 2024 elections with 54% of total votes cast – Fitch Solutions

    NDC will win 2024 elections with 54% of total votes cast – Fitch Solutions

    Fitch Solutions, a renowned research and data firm based in London, has forecasted that Ghana’s opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is poised to win the upcoming general elections scheduled for December 7.

    According to the firm’s latest survey findings, 54% of respondents favor the NDC’s candidate, John Mahama, over the incumbent New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    Mike Kruiniger, Associate Director of Country Risk at Fitch Solutions, highlighted economic factors as pivotal in shaping voter preferences.

    He emphasized that issues such as economic management and job creation will heavily influence voters’ decisions during the elections, potentially placing the ruling NPP at a disadvantage due to recent economic challenges.

    “We believe that the opposition NDC has a stronger chance of winning the upcoming general elections compared to the ruling NPP. Recent polls consistently place the NDC ahead with the most recent survey showing 54% of respondents favoring the NDC,” stated Mr. Kruiniger during the Mid-Year Review for Sub Saharan Africa.

    Regarding the potential policy direction under an NDC government, Mr. Kruiniger indicated continuity with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme initiated during the current administration led by President Nana Akufo-Addo and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia.

    “In terms of what a government change will mean for the economy, we think that policy direction under a likely NDC government will not largely change. The NDC will most likely stick to Ghana’s IMF programme, particularly as the party has shown commitment in the past to international agreements and obligations,” he explained.

    Fitch Solutions’ assessment suggests that despite a potential change in government, Ghana’s economic policies are likely to remain stable, ensuring continuity and consistency in economic management.

  • We will establish a Secretariat for 24-Hour Economy – NDC

    We will establish a Secretariat for 24-Hour Economy – NDC

    A former Deputy Minister for Works and Housing and former Deputy Ashanti Regional Minister, Samuel Yaw Adusei, has highlighted that the upcoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) government plans to establish a secretariat dedicated to implementing the 24-Hour Economy Policy.

    During an appearance on Top Radio’s Final Point program hosted by Kwabena Owusu Agyemang, he underscored that the policy will focus primarily on enhancing activities across the economy’s three main sectors: primary, secondary, and tertiary.

    Mr Adusei emphasized that the implementation approach will be gradual and incremental, involving collaboration with ministries, departments, agencies, and the private sector.

    He outlined plans for an initial “roadshow” by the Secretariat to engage stakeholders nationwide and encourage widespread adoption of the policy among businesses and individuals.

    “So the government is going to be deliberate about it; it’s going to have its secretariat aside from the agricultural policies we intend to introduce,” he stated.

    Adusei described the policy as an innovative initiative by John Dramani Mahama aimed at expanding the economy and creating job opportunities beyond traditional working hours.

    “It is not a policy that is out of place to have some people like Bawumia describe it as empty. It cannot be empty. How is a 24-hour economy empty? Most countries are practising it. When you go to the UK, it is practised there,” he said.

  • Mahama’s ‘Get fit and ready walk’ comes off on Saturday

    Mahama’s ‘Get fit and ready walk’ comes off on Saturday

    The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Former President John Dramani Mahama, will host the “Get Fit and Ready Mahama Walk” in Accra on Saturday, July 20, as part of his campaign tour in the Greater Accra Region.

    According to a statement from the Office of the former President, the walk will commence at 7:00 AM from Kpogas Furniture on the Spintex Road, proceeding through the Ecobank Traffic Light to the Nungua Town Park.

    “Accra, are you ready? It is time for us to rise and march towards our liberation.”

    Ghanaians are invited to join and participate in the event, which aims to energize and advance the Mahama 2024 campaign. “Get Fit and Ready Mahama Walk on Saturday, 20th July, 2024,” the statement continued.

    “Get Fit and Ready Mahama Walk – Join us, let’s reset Ghana. Building the Ghana we want together,” the statement said.

  • Bawumia is a threat to NDC – Tolon MP

    Bawumia is a threat to NDC – Tolon MP

    Member of Parliament (MP) for Tolon, Habib Iddrisu, has asserted that National Democratic Congress (NDC) MPs are uneasy about the activities of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, prompting deliberate moves to force parliamentary adjournments due to insufficient quorum.

    Speaking on GHOne TV’s State of Affairs with Lantam Papanko, the lawmaker revealed that the adjournment strategy was a direct response to concerns over Dr. Bawumia‘s extensive campaigning in their constituencies.

    “They have said we were in their constituency campaigning. They are fighting about the movement of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. They said on the floor of Parliament that while they are sitting here doing the government business we are in their constituencies campaigning.

    “So they are frightened by the movement of our flagbearer; he is a serious campaigner, the message. So they get the feedback from their constituencies,” the deputy Majority Chief Whip stated.

    “So they say that ‘if we don’t have the numbers, then we adjourn’. But we will get there, we will talk to each other and get our members into the chamber, and then we will be able to do the government business.”

    Background:

    The minority acted on their threat to disrupt proceedings when New Patriotic Party (NPP) MPs failed to attend. At the start of business today, fewer than 50 MPs were present instead of the required 92, prompting MP for Tamale Central, Murtala Mohammed, to bring this to the Speaker’s attention.

    He criticized the NPP MPs for campaigning in NDC constituencies while expecting government business to proceed.

    “Lying on our numbers to have a business of government executed, for me, demonstrates a lack of seriousness. And I don’t think that we need to be giving them this opportunity. Mr Speaker, last week and the last two weeks, I raised this issue. They are in our constituencies, campaigning, yet they expect us to execute their business for them,” Mohammed Murtala.

    Following warnings from Bole-Bamboi MP Yussif Sulemana and minority chief whip Governs Kwame Agbodza, the minority suspended proceedings until the Speaker intervened, eventually adjourning to reconvene on Tuesday.

  • I’ll stage a ‘No Debate, No Presidency’ protest if you don’t debate with Bawumia – Koku Anyidoho to Mahama

    I’ll stage a ‘No Debate, No Presidency’ protest if you don’t debate with Bawumia – Koku Anyidoho to Mahama

    Former Deputy Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho, has vowed to organize a protest against former President John Dramani Mahama if he declines to debate Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.

    Mr Anyidoho stated that while Mahama himself has not directly addressed the debate challenge from Dr. Bawumia, associates of the former president have indicated that they do not see the need for such a debate.

    He emphasized his readiness to lead a “No Debate, No Presidency” demonstration once Mahama publicly rejects the debate proposal.

    He emphasized his stance in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), asserting, “For now, it is JM’s aides/cult worshipers who are saying he would not participate in any debate. I am waiting for JM himself to be bold and say to the hearing of Ghanaians that he would not participate in a debate & I will lead a massive ‘No Debate, No Presidency’ demonstration.”

    Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, during his campaign tour in Nalerigu on July 11, 2024, reiterated his call for a debate with Mahama on economic and governance issues.

    Bawumia expressed confidence that he would expose the weaknesses in Mahama’s policies, particularly the 24-hour economy proposal.

    “I am looking forward to a debate with John Dramani Mahama on the economy and governance, but I am afraid he is running away from a debate, and his people say he doesn’t want to debate.

    He says he doesn’t want to debate because he knows that I will expose the emptiness of his policies. He says he has a 24-hour economy policy that he cannot explain; it is as empty as an empty barrel. None of his people can explain it, and they say they will be exporting lions and elephants.”

    He further noted, “When we meet man-to-man, we can debate, and the country will see where our policies lie, and that is where we should go. Give the country an opportunity to listen to us, but if he chooses not to debate, I will continue to sell my policies to the people of Ghana, and you will take the decision.”

    In response to criticisms from Mahama’s allies against the debate challenge, Mr Anyidoho underscored that he is awaiting Mahama’s personal stance on the matter before mobilizing the demonstration.

  • We are ready for you – NDC’s James Agbey ‘warns’ Wontumi on one million ways to win comment

    We are ready for you – NDC’s James Agbey ‘warns’ Wontumi on one million ways to win comment

    Operative of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), James Agbey, responded sharply to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), stating that the NDC will not tolerate any attempts to manipulate the 2024 general elections if that is the NPP’s intention.

    His remarks were prompted by statements made by Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, who asserted that the NPP has numerous strategies to secure victory in this year’s elections.

    Speaking at the outdooring of the running mate of the flagbearer of the NPP, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, at the Jubilee Park in Kumasi on Thursday, July 9, Chairman Wontumi said, “They can’t stop us.

    2008, they delayed us. 2024 elections, NDC, you cannot stop us. We are winning. Tell the NDC that we have one million ways to win the 2024 elections and we are ready.”

    But in a statement, James Agbey said, “We are on a rescue mission to rescue Ghana from the claws of Akufo-Addo. We are ready to put an end to this opportunistic appropriation.

    “The truth is, there would be dire consequences if Wontumi and his likes make any wrong move ahead of the 2024 general elections.”

    Below is his full statement…

    For Immediate Release

    Monday, 15th 15, 2024

    Dare us, and you will be first to go down—NDC Operative warns Wuntumi

    Over the last couple of months, we’ve been saddled with news about stalwarts of the New Patriotic Party(NPP) making claims to the effect that power won’t change hands in the 2024 elections.

    These NPP elements have on several occasions in public platforms made the point that they will use every dubious means to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

    Just last week at an outdoring event for Bawumia’s running-mate, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Bosiako, popularly known as Wontumi made the point that the NPP have several ways of winning the 2024 elections, and that they will win by hook or crook.

    Wontumi while threatening the NDC said, “They can’t stop us. 2008 they delayed us. 2024 elections, NDC you cannot stop us. We are winning. Tell the NDC that we have one million ways to win 2024 elections and we are ready.”

    As an operative, who served the party in the Greater Accra Region as Director of Security operations in 2020, and currently serving as an operative, I have done an analysis of Wontumi’s threat and deeper scrutiny of the threat reveals that the NPP intends to use the Defence Forces of Ghana to unleash violence on the Ghanaian.

    In many ways, this obviously is more likely strong evidence that the NPP continue to muddy the waters or to put it more plainly deflect attention from their failures and misdemeanours.

    The NPP stalwarts are talking tough because they care very little about the consequences of their actions.

    I recall how the NPP in recent times was accused of breeding and arming thugs as well as fake security operatives to harass and attack Ghanaians in the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-elections in 2020.

    We have seen how political violence has thrown the sociopolitical landscape of so many countries into total chaos.

    Even in our recent past here in Ghana, we have seen how violence almost swallowed us in the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election, and the ugly situation in the 2020 general elections, where five (5) innocent citizens lost their lives in Techiman South.

    At this juncture, let me sound a note of caution to all concerned, and warn that we’re ready to use legitimate force and every means under the sun to get Wontumi and his like minds out of the way, and restore dignity and respect to the good people of Ghana.

    If they have one million ways to win, we also have two million ways to bring them down.

    This year’s election is totally different from the 2020 one, where Akufo-Addo was allowed to have his way.

    We are on a rescue mission to rescue Ghana from the claws of Akufo-Addo. We are ready to put an end to this opportunistic appropriation.

    The truth is, there would be dire consequences if Wontumi and his likes make any wrong move ahead of the 2024 general elections.

    Let it also be on record that whether the NPP like it or not, the NDC under president Mahama is surely taking over power in 2024.

    For emphasis, majority of Ghanaians are insisting on the return of the NDC to government in 2024, and there’s nothing that is going to stop the momentum that’s building in that regard.

    The NPP dare not connive with rogue elements in the armed forces to disrupt the 2024 polls.

    As a longstanding Operative for the NDC, I can boldly speak of our experiences and know-how, and our resilience to wade off any NPP undemocratic tendencies.

    The truth is, there would be dire consequences if the Nitiwul and his likes make any wrong move ahead of the 2024 general elections. In fact, Nitiwul will be first to go down if he dare orchestrate election rigging and violence in the forthcoming general election.

    Some of us are ready and willing to defend our democracy. We are ready to face off with the NPP in the event that they use the armed forces to destabilise 2024 elections.

    We know Wontumi’s antics. He is clearly beating the war drum, and he should be ready to dance to the tune of his own music.

    The NPP must not dare us.

    Signed:
    James Agbey (NDC OPERATIVE)

  • Video: Banku preparation, meat frying, Asokwa NDC PC’s door-to-door campaign

    Video: Banku preparation, meat frying, Asokwa NDC PC’s door-to-door campaign

    Amoh Kamel, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary candidate for Asokwa, has taken an unconventional approach to his campaign by personally engaging constituents in a door-to-door initiative that includes practical assistance with daily tasks.

    In a recent video circulating on social media, Kamel can be seen actively participating in the daily lives of Asokwa residents.

    His activities ranged from frying meat, preparing banku, to even assisting in unbraiding hair for community members.

    This hands-on approach is aimed at fostering direct connections with voters ahead of the upcoming national elections.

    Such personalized interactions are not uncommon in Ghanaian politics, especially during election seasons, where candidates often seek to demonstrate empathy and understanding of local issues through direct engagement.

    Kamel’s campaign strategy mirrors similar efforts seen earlier this year when Mike Oquaye Jnr., the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Dome-Kwabenya, gained attention for washing clothes for constituents.

    These gestures underscore the lengths to which politicians may go to establish rapport and garner support from their communities.

  • You won’t be spared if you make any wrong move ahead of December polls – NDC to NPP

    You won’t be spared if you make any wrong move ahead of December polls – NDC to NPP

    An operative of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), James Agbey, has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), asserting that the NDC will not tolerate any attempts to rig the 2024 general elections.

    His remarks came in response to comments made by Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, who claimed the NPP has numerous strategies to secure victory in the upcoming elections.

    Speaking at the unveiling of the NPP’s running mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, at Kumasi’s Jubilee Park on Thursday, July 9, Chairman Wontumi confidently stated,  “They can’t stop us. 2008 they delayed us. 2024 elections, NDC you cannot stop us. We are winning. Tell the NDC that we have one million ways to win 2024 elections and we are ready.”

    But in a statement, James Agbey said “We are on a rescue mission to rescue Ghana from the claws of Akufo-Addo. We are ready to bring an end to this opportunistic appropriation.

    “The truth is, there would be dire consequences if Wontumi and his likes make any wrong move ahead of the 2024 general elections.”

    Below is his full statement…

    For Immediate Release

    Monday, 15th July, 2024

    Dare us, and you will be first to go down – NDC Operative warns Wuntumi

    Over the last couple of months, we’ve been saddled with news about stalwarts of the New Patriotic Party(NPP) making claims to the effect that power won’t change hands in the 2024 elections.

    These NPP elements have on several occasions in public platforms made the point that they will use every dubious means to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

    Just last week at an outdoring event for Bawumia’s running-mate, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Bosiako, popularly known as Wontumi made the point that the NPP have several ways of winning the 2024 elections, and that they will win by hook or crook.

    Wontumi while threatening the NDC said, “They can’t stop us. 2008 they delayed us. 2024 elections, NDC you cannot stop us. We are winning. Tell the NDC that we have one million ways to win 2024 elections and we are ready.”

    As an operative, who served the party in the Greater Accra Region as Director of Security operations in 2020, and currently serving as an operative, I have done an analysis of Wontumi’s threat and deeper scrutiny of the threat reveals that the NPP intends to use the Defence Forces of Ghana to unleash violence on the Ghanaian.

    In many ways, this obviously is more likely strong evidence that the NPP continue to muddy the waters or to put it more plainly deflect attention from their failures and misdemeanours.

    The NPP stalwarts are talking tough because they care very little about the consequences of their actions.

    I recall how the NPP in recent times was accused of breeding and arming thugs as well as fake security operatives to harass and attack Ghanaians in the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-elections in 2020.

    We have seen how political violence has thrown the sociopolitical landscape of so many countries into total chaos.

    Even in our recent past here in Ghana, we have seen how violence almost swallowed us in Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election, and the ugly situation in 2020 general elections where five(5) innocent citizens lost their lives in Techiman South.

    At this juncture, let me sound a note of caution to all concerned, and warn that we’re ready to use legitimate force and every means under the sun to get Wontumi and his like minds out of the way, and restore dignity and respect to the good people of Ghana.

    If they have one million ways to win, we also have two million ways to bring them down.

    This year’s election is totally different from the 2020 one, where Akufo-Addo was allowed to have his way.

    We are on a rescue mission to rescue Ghana from the claws of Akufo-Addo. We are ready to bring an end to this opportunistic appropriation.

    The truth is, there would be dire consequences if Wontumi and his likes make any wrong move ahead of the 2024 general elections.

    Let it also be on record that whether the NPP like it or not, the NDC under president Mahama is surely taking over power in 2024.

    For emphasis, majority of Ghanaians are insisting on the return of the NDC to government in 2024, and there’s nothing that is going to stop the momentum that’s building in that regard.

    The NPP dare not connive with rogue elements in the armed forces to disrupt the 2024 polls.

    As a longstanding Operative for the NDC, I can boldly speak of our experiences and know-how, and our resilience to wade off any NPP undemocratic tendencies.

    The truth is, there would be dire consequences if the Nitiwul and his likes make any wrong move ahead of the 2024 general elections. In fact, Nitiwul will be first to go down if he dare orchestrate election rigging and violence in the forthcoming general election.

    Some of us are ready and willing to defend our democracy. We are ready to face off with the NPP in the event that they use the armed forces to destabilise 2024 elections.

    We know Wontumi’s antics. He is clearly beating the war drum, and he should be ready to dance to the tune of his own music.

    The NPP must not dare us.

    Signed:
    James Agbey (NDC OPERATIVE)

  • NDC Chairman, allegedly assaults Women’s Organizer

    NDC Chairman, allegedly assaults Women’s Organizer

    The Greater Accra branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is allegedly in turmoil, with party executives locked in a fierce battle for supremacy.

    The main opposition party is grappling with internal conflicts that threaten its electoral prospects in the region.

    Tensions peaked during a Regional Executive meeting on July 4, 2024, at the party’s Regional Office in La, where a physical altercation occurred between Regional Chairman Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore and Regional Women’s Organizer Felicia Mekpoi Bortey.

    According to The Custodian, the conflict began when the regional chairman refused to let the regional women’s organizer address issues related to the distribution of motorbikes in the Sege Constituency. This led to personal attacks, with both parties hurling insults at each other.

    The situation escalated when Chairman Moore made disparaging remarks about Ms. Bortey’s character, including accusations of promiscuity. In a fit of rage, Ms. Bortey responded by pouring hot water on Ashie Moore.

    This prompted Mr Moore to attempt to physically assault Madam Bortey, but other regional executives quickly intervened to prevent further violence.

    Efforts by a team led by former Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Mr. Sylvester Mensah, to mediate were unsuccessful. A video surfaced showing Chairman Moore dismissing the team in a harsh manner.

    The Custodian learned that this incident is symptomatic of deeper issues within the Greater Accra NDC. Sources within the party indicate that factionalism and petty infighting have plagued the regional branch for some time.

    “I have never seen the region in disunity like Greater Accra. Nothing happens here without arguments or confrontation. We have not learned any lesson from what happened in Central Region NDC. We have about four different factions in one region, and why should that be so?” a regional executive, name withheld told this paper.

    He added that, “With the general election only five months away, the internal strife within the Greater Accra NDC could severely impact the party’s performance. I am worried that the ongoing disunity might derail the party’s efforts in the crucial Greater Accra Region, a key battleground for the upcoming elections.”

    With the general election only five months away, the ongoing internal strife within the Greater Accra NDC could severely impact the party’s performance. The regional executive expressed concern that the disunity might derail the party’s efforts in this crucial battleground region.

    This turmoil is not unprecedented. Last year, Greater Accra Regional Chairman Ashie Moore revoked the suspension of Ayawaso-West-Wuogon Constituency Chairman Bismark Aborbi-Ayitey, against the wishes of some party executives. Aborbi-Ayitey had been suspended by the Greater Accra Regional Secretary, Theophilus Tetteh Chaie, for participating in media programs discussing internal party matters. Tetteh Chaie referred the matter to the Regional Disciplinary Committee for further investigation and asked Aborbi-Ayitey to hand over all party properties in his possession.

    However, Chairman Moore intervened, canceling the suspension on the grounds that it had not followed the proper procedure to secure his endorsement as Regional Chairman.

  • There’s no need to debate with Mahama over the economy you have crashed – NDC to Bawumia

    There’s no need to debate with Mahama over the economy you have crashed – NDC to Bawumia

    Joyce Bawah Mogtari, spokesperson for the John Mahama Campaign Team, reiterated her stance that a pre-election debate between the NDC flagbearer and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP flagbearer, is unnecessary.

    Despite calls from political analysts and stakeholders, Bawah Mogtari dismissed the idea of a debate between the two primary contenders.

    On Saturday, July 13, Bawah Mogtari posted on X (formerly Twitter) that there is no longer any need for a debate, pointing to the country’s economic challenges. She encouraged voters to make informed decisions in the 2024 elections.

    “My Dear Brothers and Sisters, what really is there to debate about, there is absolutely nothing left to debate. The economy has crashed and the country broke. “We dey for gutter inside”. A steering wheel without a car can’t get anyone anywhere. Let’s vote wisely, choose experience.”

    In an earlier interview on The Point of View on Channel One TV, Bawah Mogtari expressed her reservations about a debate between the two main candidates. While acknowledging Mahama’s energy and extensive knowledge, she was hesitant to accept a debate invitation.

  • Date for 2024 presidential debate to soon be disclosed – IEA

    Date for 2024 presidential debate to soon be disclosed – IEA

    The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has emphasized the necessity of holding a debate before the 2024 elections, involving key political parties planning to participate.

    IEA argues that such debates are essential for voters to evaluate both presidential and vice-presidential candidates, thereby making informed choices.

    This position by IEA comes amid evident disagreements between the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the importance of debates.

    A senior fellow at IEA, Professor Alexander Bilson Darku, revealed in an interview with Citi News that discussions have begun with various political parties to arrange a debate before December 7.

    “Let me make this very clear from the beginning. The need for debate is the right of the people. The people of Ghana ought to know what their presidential candidate, and for that matter, the party they represent, have in stock for them and so we are at a very early stage now talking to them [the political parties].

    “We have our timetable and very soon it will be known to the public as to the programme that the IEA has outlined to make this all-important presidential debate come on. I don’t think we should go into the specifics, but I am telling you we will have it at a very good time that would be beneficial to the parties involved and the timing that would be beneficial for the nation.”

    Professor Alexander Bilson Darku further mentioned that the participating parties and their candidates will be carefully selected and streamlined.

    “We are using the Afrobarometer criteria. It has established a threshold, and we will use that threshold to invite the parties that meet the threshold to participate in the debate.

    “This might be four or five parties, and their presidential candidates and vice presidential candidates will be invited to participate in the debate.”

  • Your angry, dissatisfied staff will always leak your crooked plots to us – NDC’s Omane to EC

    Your angry, dissatisfied staff will always leak your crooked plots to us – NDC’s Omane to EC

    Director of IT and Elections for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr. Omane Boamah, has informed the leadership of the Electoral Commission that their staff are disgruntled. He claims that these dissatisfied employees are leaking crucial information to the opposition party.

    The former communications minister emphasized that unless the Electoral Commission addresses this growing crisis, the staff will continue to pass on their directives to the NDC. He urged the commission to refrain from interfering in their officers’ work and cautioned against allowing themselves to be manipulated by the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    “Don’t allow yourselves to be used by the failed and incompetent NPP to serve the ends of their dubious so-called STRATEGY!”

    Read his post below:

    ELECTORAL COMMISSION STOP IT!

    147 Days to December 7, 2024 elections.

    The TWO MEN at the top echelons of the Electoral Commission seeking to impose Presiding Officers and Presidential Ballot Issuers on some Regional Directors and District Electoral Officers must abandon the crooked idea immediately.

    Your staff on the ground are already dissatisfied and almost revolted a few weeks ago because of several other factors.

    Because your staff on the ground are sufficiently angry, dissatisfied, and are unwilling to carry out your intrusive orders, they will continue to leak your orders to us, #EAGLEEYES.

    Just stop interfering!

  • NAPO’s recent apology shows he is not arrogant – Koku Anyidoho

    NAPO’s recent apology shows he is not arrogant – Koku Anyidoho

    Former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Samuel Koku Anyidoho has lauded the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) running mate for the 2024 general election, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO) over his recent apology.

    According to Mr Anyidoho, arrogance tag on NAPO is contrary to his recent action as people in that category do not acknowledge their mistakes.

    He added that NAPO must be vindicated as he has shown a sign of maturity and remorsefulness.

    “God has His ways of making things beautiful in His time. I know that arrogant people DON’T accept their mistakes, let alone find humble space in their hearts to apologize. If Napo has been humble enough to apologize, he has proven that he is NOT arrogant. Brave men apologize💪🇬🇭,” he added.

    NAPO had claimed that President Akufo-Addo’s achievements surpasses those of Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and other former presidents.

    NAPO made these remarks during a ceremony in Kumasi, Ashanti Region to unveil him as the flagbearer of the NPP, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate in the upcoming December Polls.

    He stated, “Since independence from 1957 till today, we’ve not had any president that has helped Ghana like Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. I say from 1957 till today, you can bring your Kwame Nkrumah… no president who has protected Ghana and moved the country forward like Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo”.

  • Don’t think 2024 elections will be an easy win for you –  Franklin Cudjoe tells NDC

    Don’t think 2024 elections will be an easy win for you –  Franklin Cudjoe tells NDC

    President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has issued a cautionary note to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the party gears up for the 2024 general elections.

    Mr Cudjoe emphasized that the NDC should not assume victory is guaranteed and urged the party to present well-defined and quantifiable plans to address Ghana’s economic challenges.

    In a recent Facebook post, Mr Cudjoe underscored the necessity for the NDC to outline clear strategies to reduce the nation’s dependence on borrowing and to avoid another International Monetary Fund (IMF) intervention by 2026.

    He highlighted the importance of detailed economic plans to gain voter confidence and ensure sustainable growth.

    “The major opposition party, the NDC, should not assume 2024 is a done deal. Some of us are yet to see properly quantified interventions that will reduce our reliance on borrowing, and crucially how we may avoid another IMF programme in 2026,” Mr Cudjoe stated.

    With Ghanaians set to vote on December 7 to elect a new president and members of parliament, both the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the NDC have launched their campaigns.

    Mr Cudjoe also stressed the importance of coordinating job creation promises with measurable impacts on GDP. “There is a need for the NDC to coordinate and relate the many promises of creating employment and ascertain by an estimated figure the qualitative addition to GDP,” he added.

    IMANI Africa, known for its objective analysis, plans to present brief assessments of the major political parties’ proposals.

    Cudjoe noted that these analyses would help the public and media understand the potential impact of the parties’ plans on the country, irrespective of the partisan debates that are expected to intensify in the coming weeks.

  • Debating with Mahama will expose you – Jantuah to Bawumia

    Debating with Mahama will expose you – Jantuah to Bawumia

    A prominent member of the Convention Peoples Party (CPP), Kwame Jantuah, believes that a presidential debate between Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer John Dramani Mahama would expose Dr. Bawumia.

    Mr Jantuah argues that Dr. Bawumia would struggle with basic questions about the prices of commodities like tomatoes and onions, revealing vulnerabilities in his knowledge.

    “The debate will expose him. He will be asked how much is food inflation now, how much is tomatoes, and onions, what will he say?” Mr Jantuah said on the New Day show on TV3 Friday, July 12.

    Meanwhile, Abraham Amaliba, Director of Conflict Resolution for the NDC, dismissed the idea of an economic debate, claiming that economic realities are already evident to Ghanaians.

    Mr Amaliba highlighted that the exchange rate during Mahama’s tenure was more favorable compared to current conditions.

    “He should go and debate with the exchange rate. The debate he is looking for with Mahama will be a complete waste of prime time and even suicidal for Bawumia,” he added.

    Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia had challenged former President Mahama to a live presidential debate to discuss their respective visions and policies for Ghana.

    Addressing supporters in Bunkpurugu, North East Region, Dr. Bawumia expressed eagerness for the debate but doubted Mahama’s willingness to participate.

    “I am looking forward to a debate with John Mahama on the economy, on the country on the governance,” Dr. Bawumia said.

    “But I am afraid that he is running away from a debate. His people say he doesn’t want to debate. I have never heard an opposition leader who doesn’t want to debate. But he knows I will expose the emptiness of his policies,” the NPP flagbearer added.

    With Dr. Bawumia issuing the challenge, the decision to engage in a debate now rests with former President Mahama.

    “He says he has a 24-hour economy which he cannot explain. It is as empty as an empty barrel. He cannot explain it and none of his people can explain it. They say they will be exporting lions and elephants.”

    “When we meet mano a mano, we can debate, and the country will see where our policies lie and that is where we should go. We should give the country an opportunity to listen to us. If he chooses not to debate, I’ll continue to sell my policies,” he said.

    In established democracies, presidential debates are a fundamental part of the electoral process, offering a platform for candidates to articulate their policies and visions to voters.

    There’s widespread clamor, including from civil society groups, for a debate between the leading candidates, giving Ghanaians a chance to hear firsthand about their plans for the nation.

    Having issued the challenge, Vice President Bawumia now awaits former President Mahama’s decision, placing the ball firmly in Mahama’s court.

  • Mahama’s ‘My First Coup D’etat’ launched in Moscow

    Mahama’s ‘My First Coup D’etat’ launched in Moscow

    Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has recently unveiled the Russian language edition of his memoir, “My First Coup D’etat and Other Stories from the Lost Decades of Africa,” at the Russian Academy of Sciences in Moscow.

    Mahama described the book, first published in July 2012, as a memoir detailing his childhood experiences and the historical context of Ghana and Africa during the politically and economically turbulent 1970s to 1990s. He also mentioned that the book has been translated into Portuguese.

    During the launch, Mahama drew attention to a chapter he thought would particularly resonate with the Russian audience, recounting his student days at the Institute of Social Sciences in Moscow during Gorbachev’s Perestroika era.

    He shared memories of his philosophy lecturer, Mr. Gudoshnik, who preferred an interactive teaching method over the traditional approach, telling students, “We’re going to learn from each other. I’ll tell you what’s in the textbook, and you tell me what you know and what you think about it.”

    Mahama expressed his appreciation to the Russian Academy of Sciences, Comrade Dmitriy Savelyev, a member of the Russian State Duma, the Russia-Ghana Parliamentary Friendship Association, and his old friends and comrades who contributed to the translation and organization of the launch event.

    He also thanked Nana Ama Danquah, his friend and editor, for encouraging him to write the book and share his stories with a wider audience.

    Encouraging the audience to read the memoir, Mahama highlighted its accessible and journalistic style, which aims to present the African story in a relatable way. He expressed hope that the book would become a valuable resource in Russian academia for those interested in Africa.

  • Vote for me to put arrogant and corrupt NPP officials in check – Mahama to Ghanaians

    Vote for me to put arrogant and corrupt NPP officials in check – Mahama to Ghanaians

    The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has urged Ghanaians to cast their votes for him and his running mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, in the upcoming 2024 general elections.

    In a statement issued on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, Mahama called on voters to reject what he described as the “corrupt, greedy, and arrogant” government of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He emphasized the need for a change in leadership to address the socio-economic challenges exacerbated by the current administration.

    “Building Ghana together means rejecting the arrogance, corruption, and greed of this non-performing NPP administration that only seeks to extend the misrule and socio-economic hardships imposed on us by the Akufo-Addo Bawumia government.

    He criticized the NPP government for what he sees as a decline in the dignity of the presidency and the worsening conditions faced by Ghanaians.

    “On 7th December, I will need your vote to RESET our beloved country, Ghana, fix the broken economy, create decent and well-paying jobs for the youth through the 24-hour economy initiative, and establish a National Women’s Bank to provide financial assistance to one million women businesses,” he said.

    Mahama condemned the present administration, alleging it has undermined the presidency’s stature and exacerbated the nation’s challenges and suffering.

    He vowed to restore the dignity and honor of the office should he be elected.

    “I need your vote to investigate and punish the corrupt NPP officials who have stolen and continue to steal from the poor taxpayer, scrap the COVID and E-levies, abolish ex-gratia, and reduce the size of government drastically to a maximum of sixty ministers. With your votes, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and I will restore dignity, humility, vision, and experience to the presidency.

    “God bless you for deciding to vote for change on December 7.
    John Dramani Mahama.”

  • Apologize to Ghanaians for disrespecting Nkrumah – NDC to NAPO

    Apologize to Ghanaians for disrespecting Nkrumah – NDC to NAPO

    The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Augustus Andrews Nana Akwasi, has demanded an apology from Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the running mate to the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    This demand follows Dr. Prempeh’s controversial remarks about Ghana’s first president, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.

    During a rally at the Kumasi Jubilee Park on July 9, Dr. Prempeh, also known as NAPO, declared, “No president since independence has developed Ghana more than President Akufo-Addo; not even your Kwame Nkrumah.”

    This statement has sparked widespread criticism and public backlash.

    Critics have questioned Dr. Prempeh’s disregard for the advice of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to avoid actions that could cause regret for Dr. Bawumia in choosing him as his running mate.

    Speaking on GhanAkoma, Nana Akwasi described the Energy Minister’s comments as disrespectful and arrogant.

    “Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh failed to heed the advice of his uncle, the Asantehene, who is also the overlord of the Ashanti Kingdom. During the event, I had indications that he paid his school fees. Despite being only three kilometers from the Manhyia Palace to the Jubilee Park, Dr. Prempeh reinforced the perception of his arrogance by disparaging Ghana’s first President in an arrogant posture,” Nana Akwasi remarked.

    He further urged, “We ask that Dr. Muhammadu Bawumia and Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh issue an unqualified apology to the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu, the family of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, all former Presidents of Ghana, and the general public for the disrespect, impunity, and arrogance.”