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18 Mar

Amin Adam Defends Akufo-Addo’s Borrowing Amid COVID-19 Crisis

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Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has defended the Akufo-Addo administration’s borrowing practices, arguing that loans secured during the COVID-19 pandemic were essential and should not be deemed as mismanagement. Speaking in an interview on Channel One TV, Dr. Amin Adam responded to criticisms of the government’s debt strategy, emphasizing the necessity of these financial decisions in tackling the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic. “I don’t know how anybody would describe the borrowing to address the COVID-19 pandemic as reckless borrowing. I don’t know if anybody is right to call that reckless borrowing,” he stated. He stressed the importance…

21 Feb

Akufo-Addo Calls On Nigeria To Drive Africa’s Economic Integration

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Former President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has urged Nigeria to take a leading role in driving Africa’s economic integration, emphasizing the need for bold leadership and concrete action for Africa to assert itself on the global stage. Speaking at an event hosted by the IBB Presidential Foundation in Abuja, Nigeria, on Thursday, February 20, 2025, Akufo-Addo underscored Nigeria’s strategic position in shaping Africa’s economic future. "Nigeria, with its enormous economic and human potential, must play a leading role in shaping Africa’s economic trajectory. We must move beyond rhetoric and translate our ambitions for integration into tangible actions," he stated.…

20 Jan

I Came & Left Office In Peace – Akufo-Addo Thanks God

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Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has given thanks to God for coming to the presidency in peace and also leaving office on January 7, 2025 in peace after eight years in charge as the head of state. According to him, he left office very fulfilled after helping to further deepen democracy in Ghana, which he so cherishes, and the fact that he came to office in “peace and left in peace.” Addressing the Accra Ridge Church congregation during a thanksgiving mass held in his honour on Saturday, former President Akufo-Addo said in spite of the various commentary about his…

16 Jan

IMF Boss Hails Akufo-Addo’s Economic Reforms, COVID-19 Fight

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IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has commended former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his administration’s economic reforms and adept handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a letter marking the end of his tenure, Georgieva praised the proactive measures undertaken by Akufo-Addo’s government, which she described as essential for mitigating the pandemic's impact and maintaining macroeconomic stability. She acknowledged the administration’s collaboration with the IMF, highlighting its role in strengthening Ghana’s economic resilience. Georgieva also credited Akufo-Addo’s advocacy for sub-Saharan Africa during the pandemic for mobilizing critical resources. The successful third review of the IMF-supported program and progress toward restoring…

13 Dec

Akufo-Addo Swears In Barfo-Bonney As Deputy CHRAJ Boss

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President Nana Akufo-Addo has sworn in Benjamin Barfo-Bonney as the new Deputy Commissioner of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ). This was at a brief ceremony held at the Jubilee House. The President administered the oath of allegiance, the official oath and the oath of secrecy to the new Deputy Commissioner. President Akufo-Addo said the appointment reflected the government’s commitment to ensuring rights, promoting administrative justice, and deepening democratic governance in the country. He noted that, with Mr Barfo-Bonney’s rich expertise and experience, the appointment made in October 2024 will help ensure Justice in matters that come…

11 Dec

President Akufo-Addo Names Government Representatives For 2024 Transition Team

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In accordance with the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845), President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced the government’s representatives on the 2024 Transition Team. The appointments aim to ensure the smooth transfer of executive power to the incoming administration led by President-elect John Dramani Mahama. The Transition Team, comprising senior government officials, will be inaugurated on Wednesday, 11th December 2024, during a meeting between the President and President-elect. Both leaders will serve as Co-Chairpersons, with Hon. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, Chief of Staff, designated to act as Co-Chairperson in the President's absence. The government team includes: 1. Akosua Frema…

05 Dec

Akufo-Addo To Inaugurate Hospitals Under Agenda 111 Today

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President Nana Akufo-Addo will inaugurate several hospital projects today, December 5, 2024, under the flagship Agenda 111 initiative. The facilities set for commissioning include the Atwima Kwanwoma Municipal Hospital at Trede and the Oforikrom Municipal Hospital, both in the Ashanti Region. Akufo-Addo will also be expected to commission the Okere, Jumapo and Kwabeng Hospitals all in the Eastern region as well as the Ahanta West in the Western region. The facilities are part of a broader plan to construct 111 districts and specialised hospitals nationwide. The Agenda 111 projects, officially known as Ghana’s Priority Health Infrastructure Projects, aim to provide quality…

05 Dec

Akufo-Addo Cautions Against Religious Conflict In Ghana

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President Nana Akufo-Addo has advised against religious conflict and strife in Ghana, stating that they are not needed. Akufo-Addo ksaid people who sow division along religious lines are nation-wreckers. Addressing chiefs, Imams and the people of Kyebi in the Eastern region ahead of the December 7 election, the President said such behaviour does not augur well for the country and must be checked. He was speaking along the lines of reports purporting that some pastors are calling on their congregation to reject the New Patriotic Party(NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia because a Muslim cannot rule Ghana. “A pastor has said…

25 Nov

I Trust Bawumia; He Has Never Lied To Me – Akufo-Addo

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President Nana Akufo-Addo has once again expressed his unwavering trust in his Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. He emphasized that throughout their political journey, Dr. Bawumia has never deceived him, solidifying his confidence in Bawumia’s integrity and capability. This statement was made in Kumasi, where the President urged voters to choose Dr. Bawumia over former President John Dramani Mahama, whom he labeled as a failed leader seeking a return to power. Highlighting Dr. Bawumia’s readiness for leadership, President Akufo-Addo stressed that he is the right person to lead Ghana forward. He expressed his belief…

06 Nov

We’ve Made Significant Strides In Judiciary – Akufo-Addo

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President Akufo-Addo says his government has made significant improvements to the country’s judicial sector since he assumed office in 2017. Speaking at the Public Sector Lawyers Conference in Accra on Tuesday, November 5, the President emphasised that progress has been made in various areas, including employment and service provision. He noted, “Indeed, since 2017, we have made significant strides in strengthening the service. We have recruited 119 State Attorneys, including 70 others whose appointments will soon be formalised. This recruitment represents almost half of the lawyers currently in the Office of the Attorney General.” The President added, “Our efforts have…