Akufo-Addo Confident NPP Will Reclaim Power in 2028
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has voiced strong confidence in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) prospects for a political revival in the 2028 general elections. Addressing party faithful at the commissioning of the newly constructed Bantama Constituency office on Friday, September 19, Akufo-Addo underscored the NPP’s legacy of governance under his leadership and that of former President John Agyekum Kufuor as the foundation for a comeback. “The work the NPP did during my time and during former President Kufuor’s time is enormous, and it is that legacy we will build on to win back power in 2028,” he declared, drawing applause from supporters gathered for the occasion. Akufo-Addo also expressed concern about the current state of affairs under the Mahama-led administration, urging party members to remain united and focused on the goal of returning to power. “We have all seen what is happening — you’ve all seen it. Things are not going well. But when we unite and do things right, I know that, with God’s help, we will reclaim power in 2028,” he assured. The former president’s remarks were met with enthusiasm, as the NPP looks to rally its base and chart a course for victory in the next electoral cycle, drawing inspiration from its past achievements and a renewed sense of unity. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Ghana Olympic Committee Inaugurates 10 Committees to Boost Sports Development
The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) and Commonwealth Sports–Ghana have inaugurated 10 specialized committees. The initiative aims to strengthen grassroots and school-level sports while placing a strong emphasis on women’s participation and empowerment in athletics. The newly formed committees include Legal, Marketing, Fundraising and Sponsorship, Olympic Education, Culture and School Sports, Games and Technical, National Federations Relations, Medical and Anti-Doping, Events and Programmes, Finance, Women in Sports, and Government Relations and Stakeholders. Each committee is composed of carefully selected professionals and passionate sports advocates. At the swearing-in ceremony, Vice President of the GOC, Mr. Mawuko Afadzinu, praised the committee members for answering the call to serve. He encouraged them to bring dedication, innovation, and resilience to their roles, urging, “Be bold. Challenge every outdated assumption. Be accountable—not just to the GOC Executive Board, but to the young girl in Wa running barefoot who dreams of Olympic gold. Her dream is your KPI.” Mr. Afadzinu also reminded the committees of the challenges ahead, including bureaucracy, cynicism, and budget constraints, but urged them to view these as hurdles to overcome on the journey to sporting success. He congratulated all members, emphasizing their pivotal role in shaping the future of Ghana’s Olympic movement. Speaking on behalf of the appointees, Mr. Wisdom Kobina Woyome, Chairman of the Government Relations and Stakeholders Committee, pledged their commitment to leveraging their expertise and networks to drive sports development nationwide. The event also saw the presence of Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankra, Director General of the National Sports Authority, underscoring the collaborative effort to uplift Ghanaian sports at every level. Full List of Committees and Members Legal CommitteeMohammed Sahnoon, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, Eva Okyere, Juliana Addo Yobo, Prosper Harrison Addo Marketing, Fundraising and Sponsorship CommitteeMawuko Afadzinu, Dr. Ben Asante, Adelaide Abbiw, Nathaniel Johnson, Ken Ashigbey, Mawuli Ocloo, Cynthia Ofori Olympic Education, Culture and School Sports CommitteeBawah Fuseini, Dr. Austin Luguterah, Michael Ntow Ayeh, Rafatu Inusah, George Lamptey, Cathrine Tukpe Games and Technical CommitteeFrederick Lartey Otu, Vivian Dougblor, Richmond Quarcoo, Prof. Sarpong, Iddrisu Gamel Ayambire, Shaban Mohammed National Federations Relations CommitteeGeorge Owusu Ansah, Delphina Quaye, George Tettey, Philip Ameku, Rafiq Mohammed Arthur Government Relations and Stakeholders CommitteeHon. Wisdom Kobina Woyome, Bernard Mornah, Aurora Commodore-Toppar, Richmond Quarcoo, Ali Shaib Tanko Women in Sports CommissionMrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, Mrs. Joyce Mahama, Madam Elizabeth King, Helena Williams, Christiana Ashley, Delphina Quaye, Rafatu Inusah, Phillipina Frimpong, Rita Odei Asare, Cathrine Tukpe, Ayishatu Farida Iddriss Finance CommitteeMawuko Afadzinu, Evans Yeboah, Edward Nii Lante Bannerman, Ato Van-Ess, Julie Asante, Rodney Oddoye, Robert Yeboah Amponsah Events and Programmes CommitteeKamal Sulley, Samuel Ayer, Isaac Abe Duah, Rita Odei Asare, Yaw Boakye Yiadom Medical and Anti-Doping CommitteeDr. Julia Derban, Dr. Akwesi Adomako, Prof. Jonathan Quartey, Paapa Kwesi Ampiah, Prince Azanu, Justine Sitsofe Dzadzetor, Dr. Beatrice Dwumfour Williams, Prince Addo, Dr. Abena Yeboaa Tannor Source: Apexnewsgh.com
NEIP Boss Decries Theft of Kayayei Training Equipment After 2024 Elections
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Mr. Eric Adjei, has revealed that vital equipment intended for training head porters, popularly known as Kayayei, was stolen from the agency’s premises following the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) loss in the 2024 general elections. Mr. Adjei lamented that the theft had severely undermined the continuity of training programs aimed at empowering vulnerable women and improving their livelihoods. Compounding the setback, Mr. Adjei reported that Green Hubs, established under the initiative to foster entrepreneurship, were transferred into the hands of private individuals rather than being managed for public benefit. He described the situation as a glaring example of gross mismanagement and called for urgent corrective action and accountability. Despite these challenges, the NEIP boss reassured stakeholders of his administration’s determination to restore the integrity of the programme. He pledged that all resources dedicated to youth and women’s empowerment would be protected and used effectively to achieve their intended purpose. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Be a floor member in government than a party in opposition –Asiedu Nketia to party supporters
The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has called for patience and unwavering loyalty from party members yet to receive government appointments. His appeal came during a spirited three-day “Thank You” Tour of the Eastern Region, where he addressed party executives and supporters at the Akuapem North Constituency in the Abutakyi electoral area. Mr. Asiedu Nketia explained that the number of qualified NDC members far exceeds the government positions available, making it impossible to appoint everyone at once. He reassured members that President John Mahama’s four-year mandate, coupled with the potential for future cabinet reshuffles, would create additional opportunities for dedicated party faithful to serve in government. “It is better to be a floor member in government than to be the same in opposition,” he told the crowd, urging members to remain steadfast and supportive. The NDC Chairman praised the hard work and commitment of branch and constituency executives, ward coordinators, cadres, Assembly members, and other party groups for their role in the party’s 2024 electoral victory. He endorsed the idea of current executives seeking another term, citing their sacrifice and dedication. Looking ahead, Mr. Asiedu Nketia assured members that more job openings would soon be available, including positions in the police service and other security agencies. He encouraged party members to seize these opportunities when recruitment exercises begin. As part of his tour, Mr. Asiedu Nketia is scheduled to visit Akuapem North, Akuapem South, Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Upper West Akim, and Lower West Akyem constituencies on the second day. The final day will see him engaging with party members in Asene-Manso-Akroso, Achiase, Swedro, Akyem Oda, Kade, and Akwatia—bringing his total to 16 constituencies during this phase of the regional tour. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
GTEC Orders UCC Vice-Chancellor to Vacate Office Over Retirement Age
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued a directive for Professor Johnson Nyarko Boampong to step down as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), citing his continued stay in office beyond the mandatory retirement age of 60. In a letter dated Friday, September 19, 2025, GTEC pointed to Article 199(1) of the 1992 Constitution, which requires public officers to retire at age 60 unless stated otherwise. “The Office of the Vice-Chancellor, being an office established under Section 7(1) of the University of Cape Coast Act, 1992 (PNDCL 278), is a public office under the meaning and intendment of Article 199(1). Hence, anyone acting in the office of the Vice-Chancellor is presumptively mandated to proceed on compulsory retirement upon attaining 60 years,” the letter emphasized. GTEC further referenced the University of Cape Coast Statutes (2016), which cap the Vice-Chancellor’s initial tenure at four years, renewable for an additional three years—provided the statutory retirement age is not exceeded. In response to the vacancy, GTEC has directed the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Professor Denis Worlanyo Aheto, to assume the role of Acting Vice-Chancellor. The Commission also acknowledged that the issue is currently before the Cape Coast High Court. As a result, GTEC has instructed the UCC Governing Council to suspend the appointment of a new substantive Vice-Chancellor until the legal proceedings are concluded. The directive has stirred discussions within the academic community about adherence to retirement statutes and the importance of following due process in leadership transitions. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Yendi MP Calls for Parliamentary Ratification of Ghana-US Deportation MoU
The Member of Parliament for Yendi, Abdul-Fatawu Alhassan, has called for the agreement to be brought before Parliament for ratification. Speaking on Channel One Newsroom on Thursday, September 18, Alhassan argued that, as an international agreement, the MoU requires legislative approval under Article 75 of the 1992 Constitution. Alhassan’s comments followed explanations from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who clarified that the current MoU with the United States is an executive agreement rather than a binding treaty, and therefore does not need immediate parliamentary ratification. The debate comes after Ghana recently received 14 deportees from the United States, a group that included nationals from Nigeria and Gambia. The event has sparked discussions about the legal framework governing such agreements and the necessity of parliamentary involvement. Critics, including former Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Charles Owiredu, have echoed calls for greater transparency and consultation, urging the government to involve parliamentary oversight committees, such as the Security and Intelligence Committee. “I think it is something that has to come to Parliament for us to ratify because it is an international agreement and international agreements can come in various shapes and forms. It can be by MoU, it can be by any means or form,” Alhassan stated emphatically. He dismissed arguments that the nature of the agreement should exempt it from scrutiny, insisting, “I don’t think the nature or the structure of it should excuse it from being captured under Article 75. So I feel that agreement [should come to Parliament]. It is not too late.” Alhassan acknowledged that Parliament’s current recess may have delayed the process but expressed confidence that the MoU could still be presented for post facto ratification once the House reconvenes. “It is our advice that even when it is late, still bring it; we will give it that post facto ratification. Maybe it is also because Parliament is on recess…I foresee that when Parliament comes back from recess this may be brought for post facto ratification,” he said. Meanwhile, the Minister of Foreign Affairs has disclosed that Ghana will soon receive an additional 40 West African deportees from the United States, intensifying calls for greater legislative oversight of such international agreements. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Fire Ravages Parts of Madina Market, Leaving Traders Devastated
In the early hours of Friday, September 19, 2025, disaster struck the bustling Madina Market in Accra. As most of the city slept, flames erupted around 1:00 a.m., quickly consuming several shops and wooden structures, and casting a thick, smoky pall across the night sky. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic and heartbreak. Traders and residents, drawn by the glow and commotion, watched helplessly as their livelihoods disappeared in the blaze, long before the arrival of emergency responders. By 1:36 a.m., the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) received an urgent call for help. Fire crews reached the market within two minutes, but the ferocity of the fire, coupled with a lack of nearby hydrants, meant reinforcements were needed. Four additional engines were dispatched to battle the inferno. According to a GNFS statement, “The fire affected wooden structures, two corn milling shops, and nine containers.” Firefighters worked tirelessly, confining the fire by 3:07 a.m., getting it under control by 3:19 a.m., and finally extinguishing it at 4:40 a.m. Though the flames left a trail of destruction, firefighters managed to save a nearby one-storey warehouse and neighboring buildings. Miraculously, there were no casualties. The cause of the fire remains unknown, but investigations are underway. Meanwhile, the GNFS has assured the public of its continued commitment to protecting lives and property, emphasizing the importance of swift action and public cooperation in emergencies. For many affected traders, the road to recovery will be long, but the community’s resilience remains unbroken in the face of loss. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Galamsey Threatens Ghana’s Rubber Industry: A Warning from GAWU’s Former Secretary
Edward Kareweh, the former General Secretary of the General Agricultural Workers Union (GAWU), sat before the cameras, his expression grave. He had come with a warning that could not be ignored: illegal mining, known locally as galamsey, was devastating Ghana’s rubber industry. Kareweh recalled a time when rubber farmers had to contend with competition from oil palm and cocoa. “Mainly, it used to be oil palm and cocoa,” he explained. “Rubber grows where other crops also grow, so when you expand oil palm, then the land available for rubber expansion is taken away; if you expand cocoa production, then that land is also taken away. So they used to be that competition.” But now, a new and more dangerous threat had emerged. Galamsey, once limited in scale, had grown into a modern scourge. Kareweh described it as more dangerous than any challenge the industry had faced before. “The advent of the modern-day galamsey is destroying existing rubber plantations, oil palm plantations, and cocoa plantations,” he stressed. Farmlands and plantations were being wiped out, leaving devastation in their wake. The crisis had become so severe that some rubber farmers, seeing no other way out, had begun selling off their plantations to illegal miners. This, Kareweh warned, was compounding the disaster, accelerating the decline of rubber production in Ghana. The consequences are already being felt. The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has sounded the alarm that rubber processing plants across the country are on the brink of collapse due to a severe shortage of raw materials. If the tide of galamsey is not stemmed soon, Kareweh’s warning may prove to be a grim prophecy fulfilled. The future of Ghana’s rubber industry, once a source of hope for many farmers, now hangs in the balance, threatened by the relentless advance of illegal mining. Source: Apexnewsgh.com