Gov’t reclaims forest reserves: A bold stand to save Ghana’s forests and water bodies
Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to tackling illegal mining in Ghana, declaring a relentless and...
Bawumia, NPP, and the crossroads of 2028: A costly political gamble?
In Ghanaian politics, loyalty to party leadership is often seen as a necessity. But at what cost?
This question becomes even more critical as the...
Three years of resilience: Ukraine’s unyielding battle against Russian aggression
On the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the world reflects on a conflict that has reshaped global geopolitics, tested international law,...
President Mahama, let’s stop the empty rhetoric of economic crime scenes and walk the pre-election can-do talk: Martin A.B.K. Amidu
Am I hearing well and rightly that President Mahama described Ghana rhetorically as an "economic crime scene" before 7 January 2025 that has to...
USAID Bilateral support suspension: A challenge or a multi-billion opportunity for Ghana and Africa?
The Laadi Centre for Peace Building and Security Analysis (LACPSA-GHANA) emphasizes the importance of human security as a critical determinant of a country’s health.
Many...
Unblocking Ghana’s potential: The cost of ‘late’ recruitment or appointment
What I am about to narrate didn’t begin in 2016. But let’s start there, as the events are still fresh in our memories and...
Dampare: An IGP’s greatest footprint
Dr. Akuffo Dampare, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has consistently demonstrated strong leadership in guiding the Ghana Police Service through a crucial period...
Dr. David Kofi Wuaku: A champion of impact and inspiration
Though the recent election did not yield the expected outcome for Dr. David Kofi Wuaku, his influence on the Volta Region continues to resonate...
Beyond the illusion of power: Unpacking the Ofori-Atta narrative
Political office is fleeting; once upon a time, he was the high and mighty, respected and revered even in his wrongs but with the...
Kojo Brace writes: Sad, but hopeful
Last Friday, as I was almost home in my beautiful Ahanta, I received a call from an unknown number.When I answered, the voice was...
Letter from Komla Zafa Dartey to the Education Minister
Dear Education Minister,It is heartwarming to see you sworn in as the Minister of Education, serving under the John-Mahama-led-government of the 4th Republic of...
Elizabeth Ohene writes: Maybe, I was just innocent
This is not a story I tell often, but after hearing of a group of armed soldiers forcibly entering the home of a former...
Pollution at its peak: A deadly cloud on the Accra-Winneba road
For some time, I had not traveled on the Accra-Winneba road. However, I recently came across a post on my Facebook wall where some...
Manasseh Azure Awuni: Appiah Stadium, Mahama’s gadfly and discontinued prosecutions
In this piece, react to the Attorney General’s response to my position that Ghanaians needed to know the reason for the mass discontinuation of...
Prof Kwesi Yankah writes – O.R.A.L. CAVITIES
JDM and his team have hit the ground running with a number of good tidings, and a few that have woken me up from...
The fight we lost
In a town once vibrant in Nkwanta South,where laughter rang clear from north to mouth.Adele, Akyode, and Challa stood near,with dreams intertwined, their hopes...
Tanko Atokple’s Council of State victory: A defining moment for youth leadership and regional transformation
Gabriel Kwamigah Tanko Atokple’s historic election as the Volta Region’s representative on Ghana’s Council of State is more than a political milestone—it is a...
AI and the future of Governance: A challenge for Ghana and the developing world
Look every society, every nation, every civilization, has always been structured around its capacity to organize complexity, to control chaos, and to secure its...
Ghana must continue to lead the charge for Pan-African digital liberation
Listen, if there’s one thing we must grasp about our times, it’s this: the struggle for freedom never truly ends with the attainment of...
A once lively Nkwanta now whispers
In the heart of Nkwanta South, where rivers flow and dreams take flight,
A shadow looms, and conflict brews, turning day into night.Adele, Akyode, Challa,...
Resetting Ghana: A call to ethics in political and corporate governance
Aristotle on Ethics: The Path to the Good LifeAristotle (384 - 322 BCE) viewed ethics as a practical science centered on human well-being and...
Freemasonry and Catholicism: John Edusei’s response to Most Rev. Joseph Osei-Bonsu
The Assistant Provincial Grand Master North of the Grand Lodge of Ghana, John Edusei, has responded to a letter from Most Rev. Joseph Osei-Bonsu,...
Pwalugu Dam & political “loot” recovery (ORAL) in Ghana – Bright Simons writes
In February, 2020, the Parliament of Ghana ratified the decision of the government to spend nearly $900 million on a “multipurpose” dam in Pwalugu,...
Dr. Kofi David Wuaku: A visionary leader poised to drive Volta Region’s development
In an era where strong, visionary leadership is crucial for regional development, Dr. Kofi David Wuaku has stepped forward with a bold agenda to...
An open letter to Mahama: A call to redeem your promise to solve the tidal wave crisis in Southern Volta
H.E. John Dramani Mahama
President of the Republic of Ghana
Flagbearer, National Democratic Congress (NDC)Dear President Mahama,I write to you today not just as a journalist,...
Chaos in Parliament: The Suspension of MPs and its Implications
In a dramatic turn of events, four Members of Parliament (MPs) in Ghana were suspended for two weeks following a chaotic incident during the...
Seidu Agongo writes: Unbroken after the storm
For nearly eight years, I, Alhaji Seidu Agongo spent almost every Monday to Thursday in court, answering allegations that took more political twists and...
James Klutse Avedzi: A trailblazer in public service and finance
James Klutse Avedzi’s illustrious career has reached new heights with his appointment by President Mahama as the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission...
Slashing Ministries may receive praise, but the elephant in the room is the Civil Service
Five days after assuming office, President John Mahama reduced the number of ministries from 29 to 23, in line with his pre-election pledge to...
An open letter to the newly appointed Managing Director of BOST
Dear Mr. Afetsi Awoonor,Advancing BOST’s Mandate for a Sustainable and Efficient Energy FutureCongratulations once again on your well-deserved appointment as the Managing Director of...
Can Mahama deliver in just four years?
The re-election of John Dramani Mahama as President of Ghana has ushered in a wave of optimism and skepticism alike.As he assumes office, he...
Goldmines and Landmines: Manasseh’s open letter to President Mahama
Dear President John Dramani Mahama,Accept my congratulations on your emphatic victory in the 2024 presidential election and your rebound as president of our republic.It...
Henry Kofi Quarshie writes: Cassiel Ato Baah Forson: A testament to service, truth, and loyalty
In a political landscape like Ghana's often marred by division and self-interest, the appointment of Cassiel Ato Baah Forson as Ghana’s Minister of Finance...
Ghana’s peace operation models must reflect current complexities
The Laadi Centre for Peace Building and Security Analysis (LACPSA-GHANA), a coalition member of the Global Campaign for Peace Education, has expressed deep concern...
In support of Abdul-Salam, Muslim at NLA and case for meritocracy
The appointment of Mohammed Abdul-Salam as the new Managing Director (MD) of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) has sparked a conversation that many feel...
The human cost of conflict and the imperative of compassion
In the blistering heat of Obuasi, a town once brimming with life and hope, an unfathomable tragedy unfolded, leaving behind a heart-wrenching trail of...
Is ‘dumsor’ coming back? Insights from an economist
The Ghanaian media has recently focused on the power situation following the NDC's convincing victory in the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections.I commend the...
Lessons in transitioning social media accounts and digital infrastructure between old and new governments: Insights from Ghana and US
Thomas Synaepa-Addison, a Ph.D. student at the School of Information Technology, University of Cincinnati, has conducted an extensive research experience in infrastructure security, privacy,...
Harnessing climate-smart agriculture to tackle Ghana’s food shortages and price hikes: Insights from Emmanuel Kojo Gyamfi
Over the past few months, Ghana has been dealing with significant food shortages, leading to a steep increase in prices of essential goods like...
Women: The destiny changers
Men and women work alongside each other, acknowledging their different makeups.Despite the generally accepted view that men lead and women follow, especially in marriages...