President Akufo-Addo Archives

06 Dec

Akufo-Addo Confirms Bawumia’s Readiness To Lead Ghana

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed full confidence in Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s readiness to lead Ghana, asserting that the Vice President is well-equipped to advance the nation. Speaking at the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) final rally at the University of Ghana, Legon, in the Greater Accra Region on Thursday, December 5th, President Akufo-Addo reassured Ghanaians that Dr. Bawumia is the ideal leader to continue the progress made under his administration. The President praised Dr. Bawumia’s vast experience in both the public sector and economics, highlighting his qualifications to tackle the nation’s challenges and drive development. He lauded Dr. Bawumia’s…

17 Oct

President Akufo-Addo’s Intervention Saved Ghana During COVID- Chairman Wontumi

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The Ashanti regional Chairman for NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, has commended President Akufo-Addo for relentlessly working to curb COVID-19 during the pandemic. Chairman Wontumi referenced the fact that President Akufo-Addo and Vice Bawumia brought in ambulances and drones in the fight towards the pandemic. He asserted that President Akufo-Addo is a blessing to Ghana as he is adorned with wisdom, and has applied it in his ruling in his tenure of office. He also noted how he is unshaken and never panics in the face of adversary.

10 Sep

President Akufo-Addo Reflects On Legal Career And Presidency In Emotional Final Address To Ghana Bar Association

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In an emotional and reflective address, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered his final speech to the Ghana Bar Association as President of the Republic, marking the eighth and last time he would address the august gathering in this capacity. Speaking to an audience of legal professionals, the President expressed his deep connection to the Bar, recounting how his journey from a young lawyer to the highest office in the land has been shaped by his association with the legal profession. “This is an emotional occasion for me,” President Akufo-Addo began, “addressing, for the eighth and final time, this august…

10 Sep

President Akufo-Addo Backs Chief Justice’s Nomination of Supreme Court Judges

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In a significant development for Ghana’s judicial system, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has voiced his firm support for the Chief Justice's proposal to nominate additional Supreme Court judges. This proposal, which has sparked some debate, is a necessary step to enhance the efficiency and capacity of the Judiciary to handle the increasing volume of cases before it. President Akufo-Addo, addressing members of the Ghana Bar Association at their Annual Conference, emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong and functional Supreme Court to ensure the continuous dispensation of justice in Ghana. President Akufo-Addo began his address by reminding the legal…

10 Sep

“NPP’s Path To Victory Lies In Its Record, Not Rigging” – President Akufo-Addo

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As Ghana gears up for the December 2024 general elections, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has unequivocally dispelled any claims that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will resort to rigging to secure victory. Speaking at the Ghana Bar Association’s Annual Conference in Kumasi, the President reiterated his party’s firm commitment to upholding democratic principles, highlighting that free, fair, and transparent elections are the cornerstone of any healthy democracy. Akufo-Addo noted that democracy in Ghana has flourished over the years, allowing for greater political participation and representation. “The voices of women, youth, and marginalized groups, which were often silenced during the…

04 Sep

Obiri Boahen Defends Bawumia’s Media Encounter Amid Mahama Criticism, Calls 24-Hour Economy Plan Unrealistic

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obiri Lawyer Nana Obiri Boahen, founder of the Global Movement for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has dismissed accusations from John Mahama and the NDC that Dr. Bawumia's media engagement was deliberately timed to divert attention from the NDC's manifesto launch. Lawyer Nana Obiri Boahen argued that the timing was coincidental and that Bawumia had every right to engage the media. Dr. Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), held a media briefing in Accra on Sunday, August 25, 2024, to elaborate on his manifesto. The event aimed to facilitate interaction with the media and offer the public a clearer…

29 Aug

Akufo-Addo Signs Presidential Compact On Water, Sanitation And Hygiene

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President Akufo-Addo has signed a historic Presidential Compact on Water and Sanitation, as part of the government’s commitment to improving public health, increasing climate resilience and ensuring that hard to reach communities have access to water, sanitation and hygiene services. Under the Presidential Compact, the third of its kind in Africa, the government will allocate an estimated US$1.7 billion annually to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) initiatives until 2030. These funds will ensure that WASH services reach schools and healthcare facilities, as well as remote communities. “The journey on which we are embarking is built on the fundamental truth that…

27 Aug

Voting For Mahama Will Reverse Ghana’s Progress – Akufo-Addo

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has cautioned that a vote for John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming December 7 elections would lead Ghana back to a period of underdevelopment and hardship. He argued that Mahama and the NDC have nothing new to offer the country and urged Ghanaians to reject them at the polls. Speaking during the sod-cutting ceremony for the expansion of the Tema Motorway, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is the best candidate to lead Ghana’s development and ensure continued progress. “We are going forward. We are not going back…

31 Jul

President Akufo-Addo Launches District Road Improvement Programme To Improve Rural Road Network

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has launched the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), a flagship initiative aimed at strengthening decentralization and empowering local authorities. The programme seeks to address the deplorable state of many rural roads across the country, which hinder community connection and trade. The President emphasized that the programme is not just about roads, but about people and their livelihoods. He urged citizens to hold their local authorities accountable and participate in community development. The president emphasized that the DRIP programme marks a significant milestone in the government's efforts to improve the road network, with over 12,800 km…

10 Jun

President Akufo-Addo Reaffirms Commitment To Anti-Corruption And Judicial Reforms

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The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to combating corruption and implementing comprehensive judicial reforms. Speaking before a distinguished audience of government officials, legal professionals, and dignitaries, the President outlined the significant legislative and administrative measures taken to enhance transparency, accountability, and the rule of law in Ghana. The President began by highlighting the importance of the rule of law as the cornerstone of a thriving democracy. He emphasized that the commissioning of the Law House is not merely a celebration of a new building but a testament to the nation’s dedication…