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A New Era for Ghana’s Police Leadership Ghana’s security landscape is set for a major shift as Christian Tetteh Yohuno has been appointed as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP). President John Dramani Mahama officially relieved Dr. George Akuffo Dampare from his position, paving the way for Yohuno to assume leadership of the Ghana Police Service. Swearing-in Ceremony Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno is scheduled to be sworn in as the new IGP on Thursday, March 14, 2025. His appointment comes at a time when public trust in the police force is a critical issue, with increasing calls for better…

Mahama Dismisses IGP Dampare, Christian Tetteh Yohuno to Take Over President John Dramani Mahama has officially removed Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare from his position. In his place, Deputy IGP Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno is set to be sworn in as the new police chief on Thursday, March 14, 2025. Dr. Dampare, who became Ghana’s 23rd IGP in 2021, led several key reforms aimed at enhancing professionalism, tackling violent crimes, and rebuilding public trust in law enforcement. However, his tenure was marked by controversy, with allegations of political bias and reported internal conflicts within the Ghana…

Government’s Borrowing Spree Raises Concerns Deputy Ranking Member of the Finance Committee and Member of Parliament for Tano, Dr. Gideon Boako, has sounded the alarm over Ghana’s rising domestic debt. He cautions that if the current borrowing trend continues, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson could end the year with over GHS200 billion in new domestic debt, further straining the country’s fragile economy. Speaking at a Minority press conference, Dr. Boako criticized the government’s excessive reliance on domestic borrowing, warning that it is unsustainable and could severely burden future administrations. Alarming Debt Accumulation in Just Two Months Dr. Boako expressed…

Government Cracks Down on Underperforming SOEs President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to Ghana’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), emphasizing that non-performing entities will either be merged, privatized, or shut down if they fail to deliver value. Speaking at a high-level meeting with CEOs of state-run enterprises, Mahama stressed the urgent need for efficiency, transparency, and financial sustainability within the sector. The Heavy Burden of Loss-Making SOEs Ghana’s SOEs have long been a source of financial strain, with many operating at a loss and requiring continuous government bailouts. President Mahama highlighted that the state can no longer sustain inefficient…

Mussa Dankwa Cautions Mahama on IGP’s Removal Renowned pollster and lead researcher at Global InfoAnalytics, Mussa Dankwa, has urged former President John Mahama to reconsider any plans to remove the current Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, if he returns to power. According to Dankwa, Dampare’s leadership has set him apart as one of Ghana’s most respected security chiefs in recent history. He warned that replacing him could disrupt the progress made in law enforcement under his tenure. IGP Dampare’s Strong Leadership Record In a Facebook post on Thursday, Dankwa highlighted the public’s trust in Dr. Dampare, emphasizing…

Jean Mensa Pushes for E-Voting in Africa Jean Mensa, the Chairperson of Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC), has proposed the adoption of a simplified e-voting system to tackle the persistent issue of invalid or rejected ballots in African elections. She believes this digital solution will enhance electoral transparency and efficiency. Speaking at the Ninth Annual Continental Forum for Electoral Management Bodies in Accra on March 12, 2025, Mensa argued that electronic voting using direct recording devices (DREs) would reduce errors linked to traditional thumbprinting methods. Why E-Voting? According to the EC’s audit, between 1992 and 2020, Ghana recorded a 1% to…

The Rise of the ‘Ghetto President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is a Ugandan musician, activist, and politician who has become a symbol of resistance against political oppression in Uganda. From his rise in the music industry to his bold stance against President Yoweri Museveni’s government, Bobi Wine has continuously used his influence to push for democratic reforms. Early Life & Education Born on February 12, 1982, in Mpigi District, Uganda, Bobi Wine grew up in Kamwokya, a slum in Kampala. He attended Kitante Hill School for his secondary education before enrolling at Makerere University, where he…

Ato Forson Blasts Akufo-Addo Administration Over Economic Misrepresentation Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has sharply criticized the previous administration under President Nana Akufo-Addo, alleging that it misrepresented the true state of Ghana’s economy. He asserts that the economic policies implemented did not align with claims that the country had “turned the corner.” Dr. Forson argued that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government failed to provide Ghanaians with an honest assessment of the country’s economic difficulties. “I had always maintained that the government of the day at the time had failed to paint the true state of the Ghanaian…

Ofori-Atta Takes Legal Action Over Alleged Property Invasion Former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta has filed a lawsuit against DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah, also known as Sir Mensah, over what he describes as an unlawful invasion of his privacy and trespass on his property. Alleged Raid at Cantonments Residence The lawsuit stems from an operation conducted on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Ofori-Atta’s residence in Cantonments, Accra. The former minister, who was out of the country at the time, claims his wife and other family members were present when a group, reportedly including military and…

Supreme Court Grants Hearing to Akwatia MP in Contempt Case The Supreme Court of Ghana, in a 4-1 majority decision, has ruled that Akwatia Member of Parliament (MP), Ernest Yaw Kumi, is entitled to a hearing in his contempt case. This verdict, delivered on March 12, 2025, marks a significant turn in the legal battle surrounding the legislator’s election and swearing-in process. Dissenting Opinion & Adjournments Justice Gabriel Pwamang was the sole dissenter in the ruling, while four other justices upheld the MP’s right to a fair hearing. The Supreme Court has scheduled the substantive case hearing for March 26,…