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President John Dramani Mahama has urged religious leaders to avoid statements that could fuel hatred, tension and violence. He called on them to use their influence to promote peace, tolerance and national unity.
President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana’s currency is due for a security refresh to make banknotes more difficult for counterfeiters to reproduce. He says the Bank of Ghana is considering the move, but the central bank will decide when and how the exercise will be implemented.
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed optimism about Bawku’s recovery following months of relative calm. He says the improved security situation provides an opportunity to rebuild the community and revive economic activities.
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that construction of the Bolgatanga Airport will begin before the end of 2026. He said the project is currently undergoing procurement processes, with the necessary approvals expected by October.
A Global InfoAnalytics poll has found that 65% of respondents support President John Dramani Mahama’s decision not to seek another term in the 2028 presidential election. The survey also shows that 27% disagree with his position, while 8% have no opinion on the matter.
FeaturedPresident John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s full support for Jamaica’s planned petition to King Charles III seeking reparatory justice for the transatlantic slave trade. He said Ghana remains committed to working with Caribbean nations to pursue justice and address the lasting impact of slavery on people of African descent.
FeaturedPresident John Dramani Mahama says his government has not taken any international loan agreement to Parliament since assuming office, insisting that Ghana has not borrowed externally. He stated that projects such as the Big Push programme are being funded entirely with the country’s own resources.
Construction has begun on the 24-hour Economy Constituency Market in Okaikwei North, with contractors already on site working to meet the project’s completion schedule. The market is expected to boost local commerce, create jobs, and provide modern trading facilities for businesses operating under the 24-hour Economy initiative.
President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the immediate reopening of six waste transfer stations in Accra to improve refuse disposal and support the National General Cleaning Exercise. The move is expected to enhance sanitation and help prevent waste from being washed back into drains during heavy rains.
TikTok content creator Camilla Alhassan has been arrested and pleaded guilty to charges of allegedly making derogatory remarks about the President, publishing false news, and misleading the public. The court ordered a pregnancy test before sentencing, which has been scheduled for July 16, 2026.
NPP Ashanti Regional Communications Director Paul Yandoh has accused President John Dramani Mahama of scheduling the national clean-up exercise to coincide with the party’s internal elections. He argued that the exercise should have been postponed to protect the democratic process and allow the elections to proceed without disruption.
Residents of Nyamebekyere in the Jomoro Municipal District have given the government a two-week ultimatum to release compensation they claim was paid on their behalf following the Elubo border demarcation exercise. The residents allege that although compensation funds were reportedly provided, they have not received their payments after waiting for two years.
The Finance Ministry has released GH¢350 million to support flood victims and fund mitigation efforts after recent flooding. GH¢200 million goes to relief, while GH¢150 million is reserved for long-term flood prevention projects.