Tag Archives: John Dramani Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has delivered a firm message to his ministerial appointees, stressing that performance—not presence—will be the standard by which they are judged. Speaking at the opening of a four-day Executive Leadership Programme for Ministerial Appointees on Thursday, April 24, 2025, the President reminded participants that their roles …

President John Dramani Mahama has assented to a series of legislative bills meant to abolish several taxes, including the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy), Betting Tax, and Emissions Tax. This move aligns with the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) commitment to alleviating the financial burden on Ghanaians.​       On March …

President John Dramani Mahama has given Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo 10 days to submit a preliminary response to three petitions calling for her removal from office. This follows a formal request by Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo to President John Dramani Mahama for copies of the petitions filed against her seeking …

President John Dramani Mahama paid a working visit to Bamako, Mali on Saturday, where discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations, addressing regional security concerns, and fostering economic growth.           Mr Mahama noted that the visit underscored the enduring friendship between the two nations, built upon a …

President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to all government appointees, stating that those who fail to declare their assets by the end of the first quarter of 2025 will face severe sanctions including possible removal from office. The President made this declaration on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, …

In a significant move aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in public office, President John Dramani Mahama has officially declared his assets to the Auditor-General. The declaration was made public on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the Jubilee House. The asset declaration, a requirement under Ghana’s Public Office Holders (Declaration …

The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns over the assumption of official duties by Dr. Johnson Asiamah as Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG). President John Dramani Mahama nominated Dr. Asiamah on January 31, 2025, to serve as Governor, pending approval by the Council of State. His nomination follows …

Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey has been appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) by President John Dramani Mahama. The appointment was formally announced in a letter dated January 21, 2025, in accordance with Article 195(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 12(2) of …

President-Elect John Dramani Mahama has unveiled a six-member team to manage and oversee national security matters pending substantive appointments to key positions. The team, to be led by former Minister for the Interior, Prosper Douglas Bani, will assume its responsibilities starting Tuesday, January 7, 2025, according to a statement issued …

The Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has reiterated his commitment to cancel the contentious E-Levy and scrap the 10% Betting Tax implemented by the current government. Prior to the NDC’s youth manifesto launch in Accra on Monday, August 12, 2024, Mahama had, on several platforms, criticized …