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At this stage, Ghana needs experienced hands not experiment – John Mahama
Former President John Mahama has officially declared his bid to lead the National Democratic Congress to Election 2024.
The campaign launch which took place at the Cedi Auditorium of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) on Thursday, was joined by many NDC stalwarts.
Speaking at the event, John Mahama officially declared his intention to join the race, adding it has been months of prayer and wider consultations, saying at this stage, Ghana demands experienced hands not experiment.
The former President said with the kind of hardship experienced, at this time the country does not need a try-me-too leader as Ghana’s next President.
He said the hopes of giving Ghana to the NPP for a prosperous future have been dashed and the country is now bankrupt and downgraded, leaving the economy in a worse shape.
The former President said, having sat back and “I’m set and very ready to build Ghana we want together with you.”
John Mahama acknowledged Ghana has always had some citizens travel abroad for greener pastures, however, he the exodus as a result of the current economic conditions is profound.
According to him, the present state and its effect on people trouble him a lot, adding that at every wrong turn by the government, he has proffered solutions and alternatives due to his experience, but have all been ignored.
John Mahama noted that there is a growing gap between the people of Ghana and the political class, a situation which calls for a change of leadership.
” Of course, I know how to deliver the badly needed change, because over the last four years, I have continued to study our problems, continued to listen to every one of you, a variety of scholars and experts, and I am ready and able to be the kind of leaders Ghanaians want,” he said.
He said it is no longer pleasant considering the situation in which Ghanaians find themselves to sit on the fence and profer solutions which are mostly ignored.
The former President said it is why he has humbly presented himself to serve the people of Ghana.
The Coalition of Regional Chairmen of the NDC and some MPs also endorsed the candidature of John Mahama and pledged their unflinching support.
Right from Ho, the former President and his campaign team headed to the Hohoe constituency also in the Volta region to continue his campaign.
The constituency was snatched from the NDC by NPP’s John Peter Amewu in the 2020 elections, against this backdrop, they have been putting every measure in place to reclaim the seat.
The party has set Saturday, May 13, for presidential and parliamentary primaries to elect a flagbearer and parliamentary candidates for the 2024 elections.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened applications for members interested in contesting as its parliamentary candidates in the 2028 general elections.
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 29, 2026, the party said interested members must declare their intention to contest between Sunday, November 1, and Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
According to the statement signed by the party’s Communications Director, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, prospective candidates must complete an online form within the specified period.
The party said a non-refundable application fee of GH¢5,000 would be charged to each prospective candidate.
It added that all applicants would undergo vetting and screening to determine their eligibility to contest on the party’s ticket.
The NPP announced plans to organise capacity-building workshops for prospective candidates in December 2026. The workshops will be held across the Northern, Middle and Southern zones, with details of the venues to be announced later.
The party stressed that the guidelines would apply to all prospective candidates, including sitting NPP Members of Parliament who wish to contest again.
It further warned aspirants against starting campaign activities following the opening of the application process.
According to the statement, the existing directive prohibiting campaign activities remains in force until the party gives official clearance.
It cautioned that anyone who violates the directive would face appropriate sanctions under the party’s constitution and regulations.
The NPP said the process was designed to promote fairness, transparency and equal opportunities for all aspirants as it prepares to select candidates for all 276 constituencies ahead of the 2028 elections.
It urged prospective candidates to follow the guidelines and conduct themselves with discipline and respect for one another throughout the process.
The party said its broader objective was to strengthen unity within its ranks and rebuild public confidence ahead of the 2028 general elections.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Firefighters from the Upper West Regional Command have responded to a vehicular incident involving a long vehicle carrying 35 Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC totes) reportedly containing hydrogen peroxide at Goriyiri in the Nadowli-Kaleo District.
The five-member crew, led by ASTNO Balagee, reported to the scene where a fire and an explosion had reportedly occurred.
The firefighters assessed the scene, identified the chemical hazards and implemented appropriate response measures, bringing the situation under control.
The driver reportedly sustained severe chemical burns and was transported to the hospital for treatment.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
