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Ghana condemns military takeover in Guinea-Bissau
The Government of Ghana has issued a strong condemnation of the military takeover in Guinea-Bissau, describing the incident as an attack on democracy and the will of the people.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the coup carried out by some members of the Guinean-Bissauan military shortly after the country held peaceful presidential and parliamentary elections on 23 November.
Ghana noted that the action has disrupted the democratic process and halted the release of the election results, which were expected on 27 November.
The government called for the immediate restoration of constitutional rule in Guinea-Bissau.
It stressed that any disagreements over the elections should be resolved through lawful and transparent processes, not force.
Ghana urged the military to protect the rights and safety of citizens, foreign nationals, and officials of the ECOWAS Election Observation Mission who are currently in the country.
It insisted that their security and safe passage must be guaranteed.
The statement appealed to the people of Guinea-Bissau to remain calm and avoid actions that could worsen the situation.
Ghana reaffirmed its support for ECOWAS and the African Union as they work to resolve the crisis and uphold democratic governance in the region.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The 24 Hour Economy Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group to support the planning of the Volta Economic Corridor.
The agreement aims to guide how land within the corridor will be used, design key infrastructure, and develop systems that will support large scale production.
The partnership will focus on detailed planning to make the area ready for investment and smooth business operations.
The project will include the development of agroecological parks, industrial zones, and transport networks to connect production centres to markets.
According to the Authority, proper planning is critical to building strong economic systems and expanding production across the corridor.
It noted that the collaboration with the Chinese design firm will help lay a solid foundation for industrial growth and long term development within the Volta Economic Corridor.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President of the Ghana Bar Association, Efua Ghartey, has called on judges and lawyers to carry out their duties with humility, fairness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
She made the appeal during the Supreme Court at 150 celebration held at the University of Ghana, under the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and defining the future.”
Addressing participants, she noted that those in the legal profession occupy positions of great power and influence, and must therefore remain humble in the discharge of their duties.
She urged both the bench and the bar to deliver justice without fear or ill will, stressing the need for fairness in handling cases.
Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, she explained that the year 1876 marks not only the establishment of the Supreme Court but also the beginning of formally trained lawyers in the Gold Coast.
The GBA President questioned what Ghana would be without the rule of law, which is upheld by judges and lawyers, adding that the country could descend into a system where only the strongest survive if justice is not properly administered.
She further encouraged legal practitioners to reflect on their responsibilities and remain committed to upholding the rule of law for the benefit of all citizens.
By: Jacob Aggrey
