Mahama Archives - Page 5 of 13

February 27, 2025February 27, 2025

I’ll Reduce Presidential Staffers Drastically – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has announced his intention to significantly reduce the number of presidential staffers in his administration. Speaking during his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) in his second term on Thursday, 27th February, in Parliament, he emphasised

February 25, 2025February 25, 2025

Mahama Reaffirms Commitment to Fiscal Discipline, Assures Bank of Ghana Against Money Printing

President John Dramani Mahama has assured the newly sworn-in Governor and Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) that his administration will prioritize fiscal responsibility and will not resort to reckless money printing to fund government expenditure. During the swearing-in

February 21, 2025February 20, 2025

MFWA Warns Mahama Administration Over Dangerous Radio Shutdowns

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has raised alarms over the recent shutdown of seven private radio stations by the government, warning that such actions threaten press freedom and media diversity in the country. While the MFWA acknowledged the importance

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025

Bawumia Urges Mahama to Focus on Job Creation and Rehire Dismissed Workers

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called on President John Mahama to stop laying off public sector workers and instead prioritize creating new jobs. He criticized the current administration for dismissing employees hired under the previous government, which he described

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

President Mahama Vows To Stabilize Ghana’s Economy

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to stabilizing Ghana's economy, emphasizing it as a foundation for long-term sustainable development. Speaking at the Africa Business Forum 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Mahama outlined key measures to tackle Ghana's economic challenges,

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

President Mahama Advocates For Preparatory Justice At AU Summit

President John Dramani Mahama is championing the cause of reparative justice for Africans and people of African descent at the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He emphasized the urgent need for strong legal and

January 31, 2025January 31, 2025

Constitutional Reforms: A Step Forward, Not a Setback – Mahama

Former President John Dramani Mahama has called for bold constitutional reforms to address gaps in Ghana’s governance system, framing the move as a necessary step forward rather than a sign of failure. Speaking at the swearing-in of the eight-member Constitutional Review

January 13, 2025January 13, 2025

Mahama Accuses NPP Government of Mismanaging ESLA Funds

Former President John Dramani Mahama has criticized the mismanagement of funds generated from the Energy Sector Levy Act (ESLA), claiming that the revenue was not used as originally intended. Speaking at a meeting with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in Accra on

January 11, 2025January 10, 2025

Haruna Iddrisu Plans to Submit Recommendations on LGBTQ Bill to President Mahama

Haruna Iddrisu, the Tamale South Member of Parliament, has announced that he plans to submit recommendations regarding the controversial LGBTQ Bill to President John Dramani Mahama. While Iddrisu did not disclose the specifics of his proposed suggestions, he emphasized that his

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025

Mahama: ‘I Can Appoint Only 60 Ministers, Many Will Be Disappointed’

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed the tough challenge of appointing only 60 ministers while facing an overwhelming flood of CVs from eager candidates. Speaking at a Presidential Dinner in Accra on January 8, he emphasized the need to build a