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Ghana nearly collapsed under former administration– GIPC Board Chairman states
The Chairman of the Governing Board of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Dr. Akwasi Opong-Fosu, has said Ghana came dangerously close to collapsing during the final years of the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration.
According to him, poor leadership, widespread corruption, and weak institutions pushed the country to the edge, creating deep frustration and hardship for many Ghanaians.
He made the statement at the Crossfire Governance and Leadership Public Lecture held at the Ghana Technology University College on Friday, July 19, 2025, under the theme “Conversation on Resetting the Nation.”
Dr. Opong-Fosu explained that during that period, the economy suffered badly.
“unemployment went up, the cedi kept falling, and many people felt abandoned by their leaders. Protests broke out, and public trust in government reached a breaking point,” he pointed.
“It wasn’t just bad policies. It was the erosion of hope, trust, and dignity. People felt like the government had become deaf to their cries.” he said.
He stressed that the situation could have led to national collapse, but Ghana’s democratic system held just barely.
He praised the Ghanaian people for using the 2024 elections to demand change through the ballot box.
Dr. Opong-Fosu noted that the country is now on a path of renewal under the Reset Agenda led by President John Dramani Mahama. However, he warned that the mistakes of the past must not be repeated.
He also reminded members of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) to stay humble and serve the people with integrity.
At the same time, he urged the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) to play a constructive role by holding government to account in the interest of the nation.
“The work of resetting Ghana is not for the President alone, it is a shared responsibility,” he added.
By Jacob Aggrey
Education Minister Haruna Iddrissu has announced that government is working to make education free for all learners with special needs, with funding expected to come from GETFund.
He shared the plan during a press briefing with the media.
According to him, an initial estimate shows that the policy will require between 65 million and 100 million cedis every year.
He noted that GETFund currently has a budget of 9 million cedis, and with proper adjustments, it should be possible for the fund to release about 100 million cedis every other year to support the policy.
Mr Iddrissu added that government is also committed to providing free tertiary education for all persons with disabilities.
He explained that the support will go beyond classroom learning and will include feeding and the provision of assistive learning devices for learners with special needs.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s singing Prophet, Joseph Atarah, has released a video for his new song dubbed ‘Increase’. The video was directed and shot by renowned director, Sky Web.
The motivational video exhibits captivating dance moves, set against the vibrant and beautiful city of Accra. Prophet Atarah co-wrote the song with Nana Boateng.
Touching on the message during an interview on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz, he said, ‘Increase’ is a motivational song telling people not to give up in their present situation. According to him, with determination and a relentless desire to succeed, God will make everything beautiful.
“As you trust in God’s plan, remember that ‘INCREASE’ is on the way. Just as seeds grow into harvest, your faith is growing into abundance. God’s got you, and His increase is surrounding you,” he added.
Prophet Atarah resigned from the military band in 2006 after an encounter with God to start his prophetic ministry and commenced his music journey about four years ago.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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