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Abu Jinapor questions Ablakwa’s disclosure on Ghana’s military collaboration with US and Nigeria
Member of Parliament for Damongo and Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abu Jinapor has questioned the decision by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to publicly disclose information about Ghana’s military collaboration with the United States and Nigeria.
Mr Jinapor explained that if he were in the minister’s position, he would not have made such information public because matters relating to national security are often sensitive.
He made the remarks during an interview on Joy FM.
The comments come after the Minority in Parliament raised concerns about the disclosure and questioned why details about Ghana’s alleged involvement in a military operation targeting a terrorist organisation in a foreign country had been made public.
Mr Jinapor indicated that, on the face of it, he would not have released such information.
According to him, individuals who serve in government, especially those involved in national security matters, are often given privileged and sensitive information which must be handled with caution.
He noted that during his time as a minister under former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo, he served on the National Security Council for four years and was exposed to how governments manage national security issues.
He explained that because of the sensitive nature of such information, he would not have gone on a panel discussion to reveal that the government collaborated with another country to carry out a military strike against a terrorist organisation in a foreign country.
Mr Jinapor however urged the public to give the minister the benefit of the doubt, adding that he was not aware of the full reasoning behind the disclosure made by Mr Ablakwa.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Administrator of the Minerals Development Fund, Hannah Louisa Bissiw, has appealed to supporters of the National Democratic Congress to remain patient as the government works to create employment opportunities.
According to her on GHone TV today, March 12, 2026 the government led by John Dramani Mahama is taking steps to stabilise the economy and address several national challenges, which she believes will eventually create more jobs for the youth.
Dr Bissiw explained that the government inherited many difficulties and is working to fix issues affecting roads, water, electricity, education and the economy.
She noted that addressing these problems takes time and therefore party supporters must allow the government the space to implement its programmes.
Dr Bissiw indicated that leaders of the party, including the National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, have been engaging supporters across the country and encouraging them to remain patient.
According to her, improvements in the economy are already being seen, including stability of the Ghana cedi and a reduction in food prices.
She explained that these developments are helping to ease some of the economic pressure on citizens.
Dr Bissiw further stated that the government is making efforts to support young people, especially those who were previously denied employment opportunities.
She revealed that she has personally helped about 63 young people secure opportunities even though they were not previously known to her.
Dr Bissiw therefore appealed to party supporters to remain hopeful and continue supporting the government as it works to improve the economy and create more opportunities for the youth.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has clarified that the party’s ongoing online membership registration is open to all Ghanaians.
He explained that the registration process allows anyone interested in joining the party to sign up, regardless of their previous political affiliation.
Mr Kodua Frimpong made the remarks on Thursday at the NPP head office in Accra while addressing concerns that supporters of other political parties could take advantage of the online system to register.
According to him, every Ghanaian has the right to register and become a member of the party if they choose to do so.
He added that even the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, could register if he wished to join the New Patriotic Party.
Mr Kodua Frimpong noted that if Mr Asiedu Nketia decides to sign up, he would be accepted like any other person who wants to become a member.
He further stated that such a decision would mean that the NDC chairman has recognised the values of the NPP.
The NPP General Secretary was providing an update to the public on the party’s membership registration exercise.
By: Jacob Aggrey
