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Ghana, a beacon of hope in West Africa, is not without its challenges and triumphs woven into its rich tapestry of history. Beyond the surface of its recent economic hurdles lie stories from a more clandestine past, stories that edify or caution us, depending on the light in which they are cast. Some issues hide in the shadows of our shared history. Not long ago, President John Mahama brought one such narrative to the forefront during Ghana's Independence Day celebrations—a reminder of certain concealed episodes…

In a decisive and candid address, President John Mahama recently emphasized a critical message to his administration: the stringent expectation to declare assets by the end of March, as mandated by Ghanaian law. He warns that failure to comply will result in "severe sanctions." This directive underscores his unwavering commitment to combatting corruption, an issue that has plagued many nations, including Ghana. On February 19, during a public asset declaration alongside Ghana's Auditor General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu,…

In a shocking turn of events, President John Mahama has launched a thorough investigation following a deadly clash between illegal miners and Ghanaian soldiers that tragically resulted in nine fatalities. According to an army spokesperson, the chaos erupted when miners, armed to the teeth with locally crafted rifles, pump-action shotguns, knives, and even axes, opened fire on military personnel who were simply doing their job. The soldiers, acting in self-defense, returned fire, and the consequences were catastrophic. This…

As President-elect John Mahama prepares to assume the highest office in Ghana on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, he faces a monumental task—leading a nation overwhelmed by its most severe economic crisis in decades. Mahama isn’t new to the political arena; he served as president from 2012 to 2017. His recent triumph over the ruling party's candidate, outgoing Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, marks a noteworthy comeback that has captured national attention. "The economic landscape is challenging," Mahama expressed shortly after…

Former president John Mahama, who’s now the presidential hopeful for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has leveled sharp critiques against President Nana Akufo-Addo's administration. He argues that the situation of youth unemployment has taken a turn for the worse, leaving many young Ghanaians struggling to find jobs. Mahama insists that the forthcoming elections "offer a vital chance" to change the nation’s leadership and, subsequently, its direction. During a recent campaign event in the eastern part of…

The AU expresses remorse for Somalia's rejection of Mahama as a special envoy ADDIS ABEBA - Days after the federal government in Somalia openly opposed the appointment of former Ghanaian President John Mahama as high-ranking representative of the Somali conflict, the African Union has expressed remorse and called the move an "unsurpassed" disappointment. The African Union had chosen Mahama for…

Somalia's AU mediation efforts flopped after the FGS boycott MOGADISHU, Somalia - Former Ghanaian President John Mahama has formally retired as a particular envoy to Somalia's mediation workforce, a duty imposed on him by the African Union, which relied on his skills as a licensed mediator in political conflicts. Mahama, who's revered for handing over energy after dropping to the incumbent Nana…

AU sticks with John Mahama in Somalia's mediation group ADDIS ABABA - Former Ghanaian President John Mahama will, in spite of everything, lead the extremely anticipated Somalia mediation group, a number of sources have confirmed, nevertheless it stays unclear when he is anticipated to report for the train, which is about to renew quickly. There remains to be a variety of confusion concerning the…

AU rejects Somalia's request to postpone the deployment of John Mahama MOGADISHU, Somalia | The African Union has rejected a request from the federal authorities in Somalia asking for a delayed deportation of John Mahama to the nation, the place he's able to assist convey the present election disaster, which has seen rival camps conflict in latest days. Mahama, a former Ghanaian…

Former head of state John Dramani Mahama on Thursday refused to admit his defeat to outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo, re-elected for a second term as head of Ghana according to official results. The opposition candidate refused to accept his defeat in the Ghanaian presidential election against outgoing President Nana…