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01 Aug

President Akufo-Addo Calls For Collective Action Against Misinformation & Disinformation

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In a rousing address today at the Ghana Report Summit on “Dealing with Misinformation and Disinformation – Election 2024,” President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo underscored the critical need to combat the spread of false information in the democratic process. Held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, the summit brought together key stakeholders to address the growing menace of misinformation and disinformation in the lead-up to the general elections. President Akufo-Addo began by highlighting Ghana’s exemplary democratic journey, marked by eight successful general elections since the return to constitutional rule in 1993. The peaceful transitions of power between the New Patriotic…

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…

31 Jul

President Akufo-Addo Launches Ambitious District Road Improvement Programme

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Accra, July 31, 2024 – In a significant move towards bolstering Ghana's infrastructure, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo launched the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) and commissioned essential equipment at Black Star Square today. The event, aimed at enhancing the country’s road networks, marks a pivotal milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to decentralize development and improve the quality of life for Ghanaians. In his address, President Akufo-Addo highlighted the critical role of road infrastructure in economic growth and social development. “Roads connect communities, facilitate trade, enable access to education and healthcare, and ultimately improve the quality of life for…

17 Jul

President Akufo-Addo Appoints COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno As Deputy IGP In Charge Of Operations

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President Akufo-Addo Appoints COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno As Deputy IGP In Charge Of Operations

25 Jun

President Akufo-Addo Highlights Ghana’s Efforts In Vaccine Production At Global Forum

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The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has in a significant address at the Global Forum for Vaccine Sovereignty and Innovation, detailed the nation's strides in advancing vaccine production. The forum, hosted by France, the African Union, and Gavi, brought together global leaders to discuss the future of vaccine sovereignty and innovation. President Akufo-Addo opened his address by emphasizing the recent approval of the African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator (AVMA) during the Gavi Board meeting in Accra. This initiative, a collaboration between Gavi and the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, aims to manufacture 60% of Africa's vaccine…

18 Apr

May God Open The Eyes Of Critics To Appreciate Our Developmental Efforts – Akufo-Addo

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has rebuked critics casting doubt on the government's progress in developing the nation since his tenure began. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the Anwomaso Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant on Tuesday, April 17, the President urged Ghanaians to acknowledge the administration's strides in advancing the country. "What I pray for is for God to open the eyes of our leaders who are not appreciating our developmental efforts, for them to see and appreciate our efforts," Akufo-Addo said. Addressing concerns, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that the construction of the thermal plant was entirely financed by the Volta River…

03 Apr

Don’t Sit On KPMG Report – Akufo-Addo Told

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In a compelling open letter addressed to President Akufo-Addo, University of Ghana lecturer, Professor Yaw Gyampo has urged swift action in the release of the KPMG report regarding the controversial SML deal. Gyampo’s letter emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in governance, reminding the President of his responsibility to the people of Ghana. The SML deal, which has been under scrutiny due to allegations of corruption, has become a focal point for public concern. Gyampo stresses that the citizens of Ghana have the right to know the contents of the report, asserting that it is a fundamental principle of…

26 Mar

I’ve Done More For Education Than Any Govt In The Fourth Republic – Akufo-Addo

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has underscored his government's unparalleled dedication to the educational sector, claiming it exceeds that of any administration in the 4th Republic. During the launch of the Smart Schools Project in Accra on Monday, March 25, President Akufo-Addo highlighted significant investments in infrastructure, teacher support, and various educational initiatives, positioning his administration as a leader in prioritizing education. Reaffirming the government's ongoing commitment to advancing education, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that over the past seven years, his administration has demonstrated unmatched dedication to education through policies, infrastructure development, provision of equipment and resources, including furniture, scholarships, stationery, and improvements…

07 Mar

We Shall Now Refine Bauxite Mined In Ghana – President Akufo-Addo

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President Akufo-Addo has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to refining mined bauxite for the production of alumina. He stressed that the refined products will be supplied to the Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO) and the broader downstream aluminium industry. During an event commemorating Ghana’s 67th Independence Day in Koforidua, Eastern Region, on Wednesday, March 6, the President highlighted the approaching end of the era of exporting raw bauxite as the transformative process unfolds. President Akufo-Addo expressed optimism that this initiative will play a crucial role in advancing Ghanaian industrialisation. “We are finally coming to the end of decades of exporting raw bauxite…

05 Mar

President Akufo-Addo Awaits Supreme Court Verdict Before Deciding On Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has committed to withholding any decision on the anti-LGBTQ+ bill until the Supreme Court delivers its ruling. He disclosed this in an address at the New Year greetings event with the Diplomatic Corps in Peduase, following a legal challenge against the bill by an individual. President Akufo-Addo underscored Ghana's dedication to maintaining its human rights record. He assured diplomats that concerns raised about the potential impact of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill on the nation's human rights standing were unwarranted. The President emphasized that he would refrain from any backsliding on the…