President Mahama Dismisses Tamale Teaching Hospital CEO Over Patient Death
President John Dramani Mahama has dismissed the Chief Executive Officer of the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH), Dr. Adam Atiku, following reports of alleged negligence that led to the recent death of a patient at the hospital’s Accident and Emergency Ward. Apexnewsgh reports The decision comes amid growing concerns about the deteriorating state of healthcare delivery at the facility. Several essential medical equipment at the hospital are reportedly non-functional, raising serious concerns about the quality of care provided to patients. In response to the situation, Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, paid an unannounced visit to the hospital to assess the challenges facing healthcare delivery in the Northern Region. During the visit, Minister Akandoh expressed serious concern over the number of idle medical machines, despite payments being made to suppliers. He also highlighted the impact of the ongoing water crisis in Tamale on hospital operations, describing it as a broader regional issue that requires urgent presidential intervention. Minister Akandoh assured patients that the Ministry would work with hospital management to resolve the equipment issues. He urged residents to continue using the hospital’s services, promising improved healthcare delivery. “When we finish with them, we will all think through it… Everybody should remain calm and let us continue to patronize the facility,” he stated. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Minority Slams President Mahama’s Suspension of Chief Justice
The Minority in Parliament has strongly criticized President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to suspend Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, describing the move as “tyranny” and a deviation from good governance. Apexnewsgh reports The suspension follows the establishment of a prima facie case related to three petitions calling for the Chief Justice’s removal from office. The Minority alleged that the suspension is a politically motivated witch-hunt aimed at controlling the judiciary and a reckless abuse of power. In a press statement, they contended that the President’s action is neither good governance nor a credible attempt to “reset” the judicial system. The Minority further claimed that the suspension is part of a broader pattern of political persecution and misuse of state institutions to intimidate opponents. They described the move as a “brazen judicial coup” and a “direct assault on the independence of Ghana’s Judiciary.” The Minority demanded the immediate reinstatement of the Chief Justice pending the Supreme Court’s determination of the pending legal challenges. They also called for a halt to all removal proceedings until the judiciary has conclusively ruled on the constitutionality of the process. The Minority warned that any further attempts to harass, intimidate, or unlawfully remove the Chief Justice will be met with fierce legal and public resistance. They emphasized that the integrity of Ghana’s judiciary is non-negotiable and vowed to vigorously oppose any attempts to turn the courts into political tools. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Police Shake-Up Aims to Boost Fight Against Galamsey
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohunu, has announced a significant reshuffle of police commanders stationed in key galamsey-prone areas across Ghana. Apexnewsgh.com This move marks the first phase of a broader strategy to inject fresh energy into the country’s fight against illegal mining activities. The reshuffle affects several Divisional and District Commanders, particularly in the Eastern South, Western, and Western North Police regions. According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PRO), ACP Grace Ansah-Akrofi, the reshuffle aims to introduce a new wave of leadership and enthusiasm to tackle the complex and persistent challenges of illegal mining. “It is to bring in fresh energy in fighting illegal mining,” she emphasized. The changes are expected to empower commanders to better respond to the growing environmental and security concerns caused by galamsey. The reshuffle includes a number of high-profile transfers, with top commanders being reassigned to key districts and divisional commands that are hotspots for illegal mining. Sources indicate that more reshuffles are expected in the coming weeks, as the Police Administration seeks to bolster its efforts in tackling this urgent national issue. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
The Arrest That Shook the Force
The Inspector General of Police, Mr. Tetteh Yohunu, has ordered the arrest and detention of four police officers who dared to apprehend a judge during a routine traffic stop. Apexnewsgh reports The officers in question, Inspector Godwin Dey, Inspector Francis Adjei, Sergeant Daasebre Oti Boateng, and Corporal Jonah Adjubulisah, were conducting their duties in December 2024 when they stopped a vehicle driven by Her Honour, Mrs. Angela Attachi. Initially, the situation escalated when the officers attempted to pull her over for careless driving. However, she refused to comply, opting instead to drive off. Not one to back down easily, the officers pursued her until she was ultimately blocked by another vehicle. In an unexpected twist, Mrs. Attachi then parked her car in the middle of the road and left the scene in a different vehicle. Following this incident, the officers took their concerns to the Adenta Police station, seeking to press charges. Yet, before they could proceed, intervention came from the Adenta Police Commander and other senior officials, citing her esteemed position. The case was swiftly abandoned. Fast forward to last week when the officers were summoned to the CID headquarters to provide statements regarding the traffic incident involving the judge. What was initially an opportunity for them to clarify their actions soon turned sour. The officers learned that they were being detained, a move many saw as a clear show of power from the upper echelons of the police force. “One of the officers spoke on condition of anonymity, revealing the tense situation, “When we tried to stop her after the careless driving, she refused to stop and drove off, so we followed the car until she was blocked by another vehicle. She then parked the car in the middle of the road and left in another vehicle.” The unofficial statement bolsters the perception that the officers were simply executing their duties, only to find themselves at odds with a system that seems to protect its own. Now, as they sit in detention, the officers have received word that only the Inspector-General of Police can authorize their release, highlighting the precarious nature of their position and the chilling reality of power dynamics within the police force. In a landscape where road indiscipline once prevailed, the questions linger: Who truly enforces the laws, and at what cost? Source: Apexnewsgh.com
NPP Initiates Disciplinary Proceedings Against Deputy Communications Director
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has initiated disciplinary proceedings against its Deputy Director of Communications, Mr. Ernest Owusu Bempah, for allegedly breaching internal party directives. Apexnewsgh reports The party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, announced the development in a statement, citing concerns over Mr. Bempah’s comments on social media. The NPP had issued a directive, referenced NPP/HQ/PR/2025/03/DAM, urging all members to refrain from public commentary likely to cause disaffection within the party. Mr. Bempah’s comments are believed to have contravened this directive, prompting the party’s leadership to take action. As a result, Mr. Owusu Bempah has been referred to the NPP’s National Disciplinary Committee for further investigation and appropriate action. The party’s leadership emphasized its commitment to upholding discipline and unity, warning that similar breaches by any member would be dealt with in accordance with party rules. The outcome of the disciplinary process is expected in the coming weeks. The NPP’s move underscores its efforts to maintain internal cohesion and discipline as it navigates the political season. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Ghana Offers 1000 Scholarships to ECOWAS Students
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana will offer 1000 scholarships to tertiary students across the ECOWAS sub-region to study in universities in Ghana. Apexnewsgh reports The President made this announcement at the launch of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) held in Accra on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The President explained that the gesture is to strengthen regional bonds and foster unity amongst young people in the ECOWAS sub-region. “To mark this moment and strengthen regional bonds, Ghana is offering 1000 scholarships to tertiary students from across the ECOWAS sub-region to study in our universities,” he said. President Mahama emphasized that the scholarships are not just a gesture, but an act of solidarity aimed at promoting a future where young people will see each other as partners, not foreigners. “This is not just a gesture, it is an act of solidarity, it is a brace to a future where our young people will grow up seeing each other not as foreigners but partners,” he added. The President stressed that unity and solidarity should guide ECOWAS in managing insecurity and diversity amongst its members as it approaches its centenary celebration. He called for ECOWAS to remain a forum for listening, healing, and visionary African-led solidarity and diplomacy. President Mahama reaffirmed Ghana’s unwavering commitment to the ECOWAS mission and its values of dialogue, peace, and partnerships. He also called for ECOWAS to be positioned not only as a political and economic bloc but as a diplomatic anchor for the continent, a model of integration, dialogue, and peaceful co-existence. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
President Mahama Suspends Chief Justice Torkornoo Amidst Investigation
President John Dramani Mahama, guided by principles of accountability, made a bold decision to suspend Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo. Apexnewsgh reports This action was precipitated by the emergence of a prima facie case against her, following three separate petitions that raised serious allegations. Deeply aware of the responsibilities that come with such a decision, President Mahama ensured that his actions were constitutionally sound. He relied on Article 146(6) of the 1992 Constitution and consulted with the esteemed Council of State, reinforcing his commitment to a fair process. To address the allegations, he established a five-member committee tasked with a thorough investigation of the petitions, aiming to uphold the integrity of the judiciary. At the helm of this committee was Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, a respected figure in the legal community. He was joined by a diverse group of professionals: Supreme Court Justice Samuel Kwame Adibu-Asiedu, former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelevo, Major Flora Bazwaannura Dalugo from the Ghana Armed Forces, and Professor James Sefah Dzisah, an esteemed associate professor at the University of Ghana. Together, they formed a team dedicated to ensuring justice was served. The official suspension was formalized through a warrant issued by President Mahama, based on Article 146(10) of the Constitution, with immediate effect. This suspension would remain in place while the committee conducted its proceedings, reflecting the gravity of the situation and the need for a thorough investigation. The news of the suspension was relayed to the public by the President’s spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, who also held the position of Minister for Government Communications. His announcement marked a pivotal moment in Ghana’s governance, highlighting the ongoing commitment to transparency and integrity within the country’s leadership and judicial systems. As the investigation unfolded, many watched closely, recognizing the implications this decision held for the future of justice in Ghana. Source: Apexnewsgh.com