President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo Archives

09 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…

15 Jul

“My Gov’t Has Constructed 12,830kms Of Road Compared To Mills/Mahama’s 4,636kms” – President Akufo-Addo

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In a bold assertion of his administration’s accomplishments, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo declared that his government has constructed more roads than the combined efforts of the Mills/Mahama administration. The announcement was made during the sod-cutting ceremony for the dualization of the Anwiankwanta-Ahenema Kokoben Road on July 15, 2024. Addressing a gathering of local officials, residents, and stakeholders, President Akufo-Addo detailed the extensive improvements made to the nation’s road network since 2017, citing a remarkable total of 12,830 kilometres of roads completed under his leadership. This figure starkly contrasts with the 4,636 kilometres of roads completed during the Mills/Mahama era…

10 Jun

President Akufo-Addo Defends The Rule Of Law As Cornerstone Of Liberty

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At the commissioning of the Law House today, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered a compelling speech highlighting the fundamental importance of the rule of law as the best protection of individual liberty. In his address, he articulated a clear and unwavering commitment to due process and the principles of natural justice, even in the face of criticism. Reflecting on recent accusations from former President John Mahama, who labeled him a "clearing agent" for allegedly shielding corrupt officials, President Akufo-Addo firmly stated, "I will not set aside due process and the rules of natural justice on the altar of the…

05 Jun

President Calls For Deepening Of Partnership With South Korea

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called for extra work by Africa and South Korea to remove barriers to trade, enhance infrastructure and promote knowledge exchange to unlock the full potential of their partnership. He said that although there had been significant progress in economic cooperation, with increased trade volumes and successful joint ventures in manufacturing, agriculture, and information technology, more needed to be done. President Akufo-Addo was addressing the first-ever Korea-Africa Summit in Seoul, South Korea yesterday, on the theme: "The future we make together." In attendance at the two-day summit are the Korean President, Yoon Suk-Yeol, and representatives from…

06 May

Ghana Will Not Derail Into Political Turmoil Under My Watch — Prez Akufo-Addo

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians of the Government’s determination to maintain the country’s enviable democratic credentials and territorial integrity before, during and after the December 7 general election. He said Ghana had gained global recognition in the West African Sub-region as an epitome of democracy and tranquillity, making her a beacon of peace for investment attraction and retention. The President indicated that the country would not slip into political turmoil to erode the years of socioeconomic and democratic gains under his reign as President of the Republic of Ghana. Speaking at a grand durbar of the Chiefs…

24 Apr

KPMG Audit Reveals GHC1bn Paid To SML For Services Since 2018

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A recent audit conducted by KPMG uncovered that Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) received a total of GHC1,061,054,778 between 2018 and the present for its revenue mobilization services. This was disclosed in a press statement by the Presidency's Communications Director, Eugene Arhin, on Wednesday, April 24. The audit, initiated by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on January 2, 2024, with an original deadline of January 16, 2024, was extended to February 23, 2024. Following heightened public demand for the report's release, the President opted to disclose the findings. According to the statement, "the total fees paid under the contracts from 2018 to…

24 Apr

Akufo-Addo Accepts KPMG’s Recommendation To End Upstream Audit Services For GRA By SML

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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has endorsed auditing firm KPMG's recommendation to terminate the upstream petroleum and minerals audit service provided by Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). In a press release issued on Wednesday, April 24, the President highlighted that while no payments had been made for these services, a comprehensive technical assessment and stakeholder engagements would precede any future implementation. Furthermore, President Akufo-Addo directed the Ministry and GRA to conduct a thorough assessment before deciding on the continuation of these services, considering their potential in preventing revenue leakages. Additionally, the transaction audit and external price…

30 Aug

PFJ II To Enrol 1.2m Farmers, Create 210,000 Jobs – Akufo-Addo

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The Phase II of the Planting for Food and Jobs Programme launched by President Nana Akufo-Addo is expected to create some 210,000 jobs. "The impact of the programme is expected to be in the area of job creation, with some 1.2 million farmers to be enrolled in the first year", the president said at the launch at the University of Development Studies (UDS) in Tamale, adding: "In the next four years, the programme is destined to record an annual average of two hundred and ten thousand (210,000) new farm-related jobs". "This will exclude other jobs along the agricultural value chains…

29 Jun

Economy: Things Are Getting Better And Will Get Better; I Can Assure You – Akufo-Addo

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The country is seeing stability in the strength of the local currency against the major trading ones, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said. Also, he added, fuel prices have been stabilized due to initiatives such as the Gold for Ol programme. In his Eid al Adha message on Wednesday, June 28, the President said “I will be remiss if I do not talk about the economic difficulties that beset our country in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic whose effects have been exacerbated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Even so, this government has continued to stand by its…

02 May

FULL TEXT: President Akufo-Addo’s Speech At 2023 May Day Parade

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Address By The President Of The Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, At The 20b23 May Day Celebration, On Monday, 1st May 2023, At Bolgatanga, Upper East Region. It is always a great pleasure to be in the company of Organised Labour on the occasion of the International Workers Day of Solidarity, May Day. Ghanaian workers, ayekoo. The vice President, who has always been present at May Day celebrations since 2017, has asked me to convey his apologies to you for not being able to make it today. He is welcoming the Prime Minister of one of Ghana’s most important partners,…