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Mahama Ayariga outlines major interventions by Government since January
The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has outlined key interventions introduced by the government since January to improve the economy, create jobs, and strengthen essential public services.
Speaking during the opening of the third meeting of the first session of the ninth Parliament, Mr. Ayariga explained that the government’s policies were beginning to yield results across various sectors, particularly in energy, education, health, and local development.
He noted that the economy was rebounding, inflation had dropped to single digits, and the cedi was showing stability.
According to him, these improvements were the result of prudent spending and better debt management, which had restored confidence in the financial system.
The Majority Leader mentioned that the government had paid over 2.8 billion cedis in National Health Insurance claims, clearing arrears that had long affected healthcare providers.
He added that an additional 3.4 billion cedis had been released to the National Health Insurance Authority after the decoupling of the National Health Reserve Levy, ensuring reliable funding for new initiatives such as Free Primary Health Care and Mahama Cares.
He indicated that the government expected active membership of the National Health Insurance Scheme to reach 20 million by the end of the year.
On education, Mr. Ayariga explained that schools were running smoothly under the Free Senior High School policy and that the academic calendar had not been disrupted.
He assured that the government would continue to invest in education and skills development to support the youth.
He also pointed to progress in local governance, noting that district assemblies had received timely Common Fund allocations, which were boosting local economies and creating jobs.
The Majority leader highlighted ongoing road construction and other infrastructure projects as part of the government’s broader plan to improve living conditions and drive growth.
He commended the Speaker and staff of Parliament for maintaining professionalism and openness, adding that Ghana’s Parliament had once again been ranked the most open on the continent by the Africa Open Parliament Index.
Mr. Ayariga reaffirmed the government’s commitment to accountability and inclusive growth, stressing that the administration of President John Dramani Mahama would continue to focus on policies that make life better for ordinary Ghanaians.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Police Service has arrested three (3) suspects in connection with a case of possession of narcotic drugs and engaging in prohibited drug-related activities within the Accra metropolis.
On April 10, 2026, the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector General of Police received intelligence that a group of individuals were planning to engage in the sale of suspected narcotic drugs at Dzorwulu in Accra.
A surveillance operation was mounted and on 11th April 2026, a Police team proceeded to the area and arrested two suspects, Bright Ayivor and Ifeanyi Ijeoba.
The suspects were found in possession of twenty-two (22) compressed substances suspected to be cocaine, which were being prepared for sale to a prospective buyer.
Further interrogation of the suspects led to the identification of a third suspect, Kwabena Botwe as a key figure in the drug trade.
A follow-up operation at Caprice resulted in his arrest after Police mounted surveillance during a planned transaction involving proceeds from the sale of the suspected drugs.
The suspect later led Police to his residence at Greda Estates, where a search resulted in the retrieval of an amount of GHc400,000 and a counting machine.
According to the police, during the operation, he attempted to bribe the arresting officers with an additional GHc420,000, which has been retained as evidence.
All the suspects are currently in Police custody assisting investigations and will be put before the court.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, yesterday April 14, 2026, promoted seven officers of the Tema Regional Police Command to their next ranks for their role in a recent anti-robbery operation in Tema.
The promotions were awarded to officers who responded to a robbery attack on a Mobile Money vendor at Tema Community 5 leading to the shooting of two robbery suspects and the recovery of a firearm, ammunition, and other exhibits.
The officers promoted are Chief Inspector Enoch Nartey Nuer, Inspector Gershon Dekpey; Inspector Prince Asante; No. 45881 Sergeant Lukman Mohammed; No. 49900 Sergeant Eugene Kuudouru; No. 54157 Corporal Jerome Akator; and No. 59882 Lance Corporal Jonathan Sewurah.
The IGP, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the officers on their promotion and commended them for their courage, discipline, and commitment to duty.
The IGP urged the officers to view their promotion as a call to higher responsibility and encouraged all personnel to continue working with dedication and professionalism in the service of the nation.
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