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Empress Gifty Dedicates Awards to Mahama, Urges Investment in Creative Arts Infrastructure

Jasmine Adjei

Gospel musician Empress Gifty has dedicated her seven recent awards to former President John Dramani Mahama, while appealing for the construction of a large-capacity auditorium to support Ghana’s creative arts sector. During a courtesy visit to the Jubilee House on October 9, 2025, Empress Gifty—accompanied by her husband Hopeson Adorye and her management team—expressed gratitude to Mahama for his mentorship, describing him as a father figure. She credited his guidance for her success and shared plans to release a new song soon. She called for a 10,000 to 30,000-seater venue…

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Mahama Urges Global Leaders to Confront Gaza Crisis Head-On

Jasmine Adjei

President John Dramani Mahama has made an appeal for the international community to acknowledge and act against what he described as serious violations against Palestinians in Gaza. During his address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, he criticized the UN’s hesitance to directly address the situation, arguing that fear of backlash has led to evasive language and inaction. President Mahama emphasized that regardless of how the issue is framed, the reality remains unchanged: “The crimes in Gaza must stop.” Highlighting the dire humanitarian conditions, he condemned…

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Lordina Mahama Urges Global Unity to Protect Children at UN Assembly

Jasmine Adjei

First Lady Lordina Dramani Mahama has called on the global community to work together to safeguard children and provide opportunities for their growth and well-being. She made the appeal during a special prayer service dedicated to peace and children, held on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York on Monday, September 22. Mrs. Mahama highlighted the importance of strong leadership and international cooperation in tackling the struggles faced by vulnerable children worldwide. According to her, through prayer, unity, and purposeful leadership, the world can become…

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AGOA ‘technically dead’ after Trump’s tariffs on African exports – Mahama

Ramar Tee

President John Dramani Mahama has said the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is unlikely to be renewed after the United States imposed tariffs on African countries, including Ghana, which now faces a 15% tariff on exports to the US market. AGOA was initially scheduled for renegotiation in September, but President Mahama explained that the US administration under Donald Trump disrupted the global trade system by imposing tariffs on countries that previously enjoyed duty-free access, leaving little hope for the agreement’s renewal. He made the remarks during his first presidential…

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President Mahama to engage the media today

Ramar Tee

President John Dramani Mahama will be hosting a Presidential Media Encounter today, Wednesday, 10th September 2025. The Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, in a post on his Facebook page on Tuesday, September 9, reminded the general public that the encounter will take place at 8 PM. This is the first media encounter of his second term. According to an earlier statement, the Minister of Government Communications, the encounter will provide a unique platform for President Mahama to engage the Ghanaian people, through the media, on pressing national issues, his…

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President Mahama Swears In New Envoys, Urges Them to Champion Ghana’s Reset Agenda Abroad

Jasmine Adjei

President John Dramani Mahama has officially inaugurated Ghana’s first group of newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners, tasking them with advancing the country’s renewed diplomatic vision on the global stage. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the Jubilee House. The diplomats are expected to spearhead Ghana’s foreign policy objectives while actively promoting the Reset Agenda President Mahama described the Reset Agenda as his administration’s blueprint for national renewal. He highlighted that it represents a bold effort to restore hope among citizens, rebuild trust in governance,…

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Mahama Urges Timely Completion of Ofankor-Nsawam Road Project

Jasmine Adjei

President John Dramani Mahama has advised the Ofankor-Nsawam Road contractors to stick to their plan and finish the project by the middle of 2026 during a site visit on Wednesday, September 3. While expressing satisfaction with the current state of affairs, Mahama emphasized the significance of keeping up the momentum and minimizing road user discomfort. “I can see that drivers are pleased with the improvements so far,” he noted. “I urge you to keep traffic flowing smoothly throughout the construction period so that motorists aren’t unduly affected.” He reminded the…

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