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Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh receives copies of Manasseh Awuni’s book on President Akufo-Addo
Running mate of the New Patriotic Party(NPP), Mathew Opoku Prempeh, has received copies of Manasseh Awuni Azuri’s new book
The 400-paged book chronicles the good, bad, and ugly of Akufo-Addo’s administration describing it as historic and futuristic
The book dubbed, ‘The President that Ghana Never Got” not only revealing, but also exciting, as it delves deep into political, social, and historical narratives that have shaped Ghana, providing insights and revelations.
In a post Dr.Mathew Opopku Prempeh “I received copies of Manasseh Azure Awuni’s new book this afternoon on behalf of NPP Presidential Candidate, His Excellency Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and myself.”
According to him, he used the opportunity to indicate his trust in Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s commitment to deal with the canker of corruption, which is a recipe for good governance.
He said “Dr. Bawumia, I reiterated, has been unequivocal in his determination to fight corruption without fear or favour, ill-will or malice because of his proven incorruptibility.”
He further urged that “I urged Manasseh and the media fraternity to, however, be circumspect and exercise a great deal of responsibility in their reportage and expression of opinions, as we strive to deepen our democracy.”
“He further added, “ I look forward to quickly reading the book and acquainting myself with the content therein.
“Our doors remain open for open and frank discussions on every subject matter that seeks to move our nation forward.” He said,
Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has revealed that in the whole of 2024, only GHS 362 million was released to MMDAs in Common Fund.
Contrary to this, In 2025 alone GHS 5 billion was released to the MMDAs with the following breakdown as follows.
The Minister made this revelation when he took his turn at the Government Accountability Series held today.
In breakdown, the minister nonted that 1st Quarter – 790,372,058.40 was released for 2025.
He added that for the 2nd Quarter, 1,464,983,309.60 was released.
3rd Quarter saw the release of 1,188,921,640.80 and
1,592,706,391.20 for 4th Quarter.
The Minister added tha each of the MMDAs were required to undertake the following; at least 2-CHPS compounds, 3 Classroom blocks, 10 Boreholes, and Completion of legacy projects.
Additionally, 25% of the Common Fund was allocated for the Construction of 24-Hour Economy Model Markets.
Ahmed Ibrahim noted that as a result of the timely and unprecedented release of Funds, a total of 494 CHPS compounds, 761 Classroom Blocks, 4,029 Boreholes, and 2,755 Legacy projects are currently at various stages of completion.
Also, he added that 261 24-Hour Economy Model Markets have all been awarded on contracts and construction has begun on many of them.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), on April 17, 2026, decorated nineteen (19) senior officers who have been promoted to their next ranks based on the recommendations of the Police Council and approval of the President, John Dramani Mahama.
The ceremony, held at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, forms part of efforts to recognise merit, dedication, and long-standing service within the Ghana Police Service, while strengthening leadership across key operational and administrative levels.
The officers promoted from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP) are Dr. Luke Asue-In-Yeng Zakpaa, Mr. Frederick Agyei, Mr. Duuti Tuaruka, Mr. Arthur Osei-Akoto, Mr. Darko Offei Lomotey, Mr. Eric Ken Winful, Mr. Barnabas Nambont Nasumong, and Mr. Desmond Owusu Boampong.
The IGP and members of POMAB congratulated the officers and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties.
