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By Alex Ababio Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has called for a thorough review of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution. While emphasizing that the document is not fundamentally flawed, she stated it requires periodic updates to stay relevant to modern-day challenges. In an interview on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, January 7, Justice Akuffo compared the Constitution to a car that needs regular maintenance to perform at its best. “I’ve never agreed with the former president that the Constitution is so perfect that it doesn’t need to be reviewed,” she said, responding to earlier assertions that the document required no changes.…

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By Alex Ababio John Dramani Mahama has been inaugurated as the President of the Republic of Ghana, commencing his second term in office after a decisive win in the 2024 general elections. The momentous swearing-in ceremony occurred on January 7, 2025, at the renowned Black Star Square in Accra. It attracted a massive crowd of citizens, dignitaries, and political figures who gathered to celebrate this pivotal occasion in Ghana’s democratic history. The National Democratic Congress (NDC) leader, President Mahama, took his oath of office, administered by Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, vowing to serve the nation with dedication and to uphold…

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By Alex Ababio Healthcare delivery in the Ashanti Region has received a significant boost with the commissioning of the 250-bed Ashanti Regional Hospital in Sewua by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. The hospital, which includes a 50-bed Infectious Disease Centre, is located in the Bosomtwe District and now ranks as the third largest healthcare facility in the region, following the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and the Afari Military Hospital. “This hospital is a game-changer for the Ashanti Region,” President Akufo-Addo remarked during the ceremony. “It will alleviate the burden on Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and enhance access to quality healthcare…

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By Alex Ababio Alan Kyerematen, leader and presidential candidate of the Afrafranto Alliance in the 2024 elections, led a delegation on Friday to visit President-elect John Dramani Mahama at his office. The purpose of the visit was to formally congratulate Mr. Mahama on his victory and explore ways to collaborate on national development. In his remarks, Mr. Kyerematen, a former Minister for Trade and Industry, stressed the need for a government of national unity. “We must reduce excessive partisanship and focus on inclusivity to harness talents across the political spectrum,” he said. He added that such an approach could prevent…

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By Alex Ababio The Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) team has officially received the first dossier concerning the ¢500 million National Service ghost names scandal. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the chairman of ORAL, announced the development on Friday, December 20. “This is a significant milestone in our mission to expose corruption and recover stolen public funds,” Ablakwa revealed in a social media post. The dossier, presented by The Fourth Estate and the Media Foundation for West Africa, highlights extensive fraud and mismanagement within the National Service Scheme. Ablakwa praised the organizations for their patriotism and commitment to transparency. “We deeply appreciate…

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By Alex Ababio A petition has been submitted to President Nana Akufo-Addo, seeking the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo from office. The petition, filed on December 17 by a Ghanaian citizen, alleges misconduct and incompetence on the part of the Chief Justice. According to the petitioner, Justice Torkonoo has committed constitutional and administrative violations that, if proven, undermine the judiciary’s credibility and integrity. The complainant asserts that removing the Chief Justice is essential to maintaining public trust in Ghana’s judicial system. The process for removing the Chief Justice is governed by Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution, which…

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