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Bawumia could win 2028 if current government performs worse – Akyem Asuom Kontihene
The Kontihene of Akyem Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Obodade III, says former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia could win the 2028 general elections if the performance of the current government becomes worse than that of the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration.
Sharing his views on the outcome of the NPP presidential primaries and the future political landscape, the traditional leader argued that voter decisions in 2028 will largely depend on economic conditions and governance under the present administration.
According to him, Dr. Bawumia’s chances of returning to power would improve only if key economic indicators deteriorate beyond previous levels.
He cited the exchange rate as one such factor, saying if the cedi depreciates further from its current level to as high as 25 or 30 cedis to the dollar, public dissatisfaction could grow.
He mentioned interest rates, stating that if rates rise above the levels recorded under the previous administration, people may begin to compare governments and reconsider their choices.
Nana Obodade III further pointed to the debt-to-GDP ratio, noting that if it exceeds the levels inherited by the current government, it could weaken public confidence.
Beyond the economy, he criticised what he described as arrogance, impunity, corruption, and mismanagement under the Akufo-Addo administration, claiming that Dr. Bawumia was part of that system.
He argued that only if similar or worse governance issues emerge under the current government would voters consider returning the former Vice President to power.
“In that situation, people may say the current government has not performed well, so let us give him another chance,” he suggested.
However, Nana Obodade III expressed doubt that such a scenario would occur, adding that the performance of the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration so far does not point to that outcome.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Tourism Development Company, GTDC, under the leadership of Prof.Kobby Mensah has launched GTDC Campus Tourism Office at the University of Ghana.
The initiative aims to promote educational and domestic tourism by providing structured campus tour experiences showcasing key heritage sites, including the Archaeology Museum and the School of Performing Arts.
It will also offer students their first travel experience across the continent and inculcate in them love to visit Ghana’s heritage sites.
Addressing the gathering at the launch yesterday, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, described tourism as a vehicle for education and heritage preservation, stressing that the sector must inspire citizens to value and protect national culture for future generations.
The minister highlighted tourism’s connection to disciplines such as history, the arts, economics and environmental science.
The minister further noted that the private sector is the engine of tourism economy, adding that the engines require fuel, which is talents.” by investing in these young people today, you are securing the quality, the innovation and competitiveness of our own industry for tomorrow.
She added that the establishment of the office represents a deliberate investment in the intellectual capital of the country.
The GTDC boss, Prof.Kobby Mensah, said,”at GTDC, we believe that if our tourism has to be sustainable, we have to promote domestic tourism and a very big part of it is getting students to appreciate tourism and helping them to organise tours.”
He added that the University of Ghana itself is a huge heritage site which must be explored.
Prof.Kobby Mensah noted that the initiative, which is one of many to be established across the country, is a joint partnership between GTDC and University of Ghana.
The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof.Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, said the University is a custodian of heritage which goes beyond the structures and welcomed the establishment of the first Campus Tourism Office.
She was optimistic that the office would be put to good use to achieve the intended purpose.
The launch brought together Stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to nurturing future tourism and hospitality professionals.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana has officially accepted an invitation to serve as Guest Country at Burkina Faso’s 22nd National Culture Week in Bobo-Dioulasso from April 22 to May 2, 2026.
The invitation was extended by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, Gilbert Noël Ouédraogo, accompanied by the Ambassador of Burkina Faso to Ghana, H.E. David Kabré.
Receiving the delegation, Abla Dzifa Gomashie reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening cultural diplomacy and strengthening historic ties between the two nations.
She noted that the festival will create opportunities for young creatives, expand exhibition platforms and promote commercial exchange within the creative sector.
The event will feature cultural performances, a community village and gastronomy fair, an arts market, literary engagements, and a craft and trade fair.
Ghana’s participation is expected to further strengthen bilateral relations between John Dramani Mahama and Ibrahim Traoré, while fostering collaboration within the creative ecosystems of both countries.
