Addressing a global health summit organised by Gavi and the Gates Foundation in Brussels on Wednesday, President John Dramani Mahama starkly contrasted military spending with the cost of saving lives through vaccination, telling attendees that the $9 billion sought by the Gavi vaccine alliance over five years is equivalent to the cost of just four…
President John Dramani Mahama has vowed to open up the country’s creative space to all citizens, emphasising unity, cultural pride, and national inclusivity. Speaking at the Freedom and Justice Monument at Black Star Square in Accra during the launch of the Black Star Experience on May 1, he urged Ghanaians to embrace their shared heritage…
President John Dramani Mahama has assented to eight amended bills, including the repeal of the Betting Tax, Emissions Tax, and the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy). This decision marks a pivotal moment in the country’s economic policy, delivering on promises made by the administration to ease financial burdens on citizens and businesses. The Betting Tax, which…
President John Dramani Mahama has relieved Dr George Akuffo Dampare of his duties as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and appointed his deputy, Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu as his replacement. This decision was announced in a press statement issued by the presidency on Thursday, March 13, and signed by the Minister for Government…
John Dramani Mahama of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially taken the oath of allegiance and presidential oath, officially assuming power as the sixth President of Ghana’s Fourth Republic. He was sworn in by the Chief Justice of Ghana Gertrude Torkonoo on Monday, January 7, 2025, in parliament at the Black Star Square…
President-elect John Mahama has announced a series of high-profile appointments to the Office of the President as he prepares to assume office. The appointments, which take effect on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, aim to establish a strong foundation for his administration. These appointments were announced in a statement signed by Special Aide Felix Kwakye Ofosu….
