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NDC renames Headquarters as ‘Jerry John Rawlings House’
The National Democratic Congress has officially renamed its national headquarters the “Jerry John Rawlings House” to honour its founder and former President, Jerry John Rawlings.
The ceremony took place on Monday, June 22, 2026, as part of activities marking what would have been Rawlings’ 79th birthday.
Held under the theme “From Revolution to Fourth Republic: The Rawlings Legacy,” the event brought together party members and senior government officials to celebrate his life, leadership, and role in shaping Ghana’s democracy.
President John Dramani Mahama unveiled a commemorative plaque and a bust of the late statesman at the newly named building.
He said the renaming is a tribute to Rawlings’ immense contribution to the NDC and the nation.
“History matters because it teaches people where they came from and inspires the future,” Mahama said.
He described the ceremony as a significant act of institutional memory that ensures future generations understand the sacrifices made to build the party and protect Ghana’s democracy.
Kimathi Rawlings, son of the late President, expressed the family’s gratitude.
“The naming of this headquarters after our dad, Jerry John Rawlings, is far more than a symbolic gesture,” he said.
He called it a fitting tribute to Rawlings’ legacy, values, and sacrifices that continue to influence Ghana’s politics.
The event ended with a cake-cutting to mark Rawlings’ birthday.
Rawlings, who died in November 2020, first led Ghana as a military ruler, then guided the transition to constitutional rule and served as the country’s first President under the Fourth Republic from 1993 to 2001. He remains one of the most influential figures in Ghana’s modern history.
The ceremony which was a moment of remembrance and celebration of his enduring legacy was attended by top party officials, government appointees and NDC faithfuls
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested five students of the Central University during a targeted operation on campus over the sale and distribution of cannabis and cannabis-infused products.
The suspects, who are in Level 100, 300, and 400 were picked up following intelligence gathered on illicit drug activities within the university community during their Hall week celebration.
According to NACOC, preliminary investigations revealed the students were engaged in the production and sale of cannabis-infused ice cream, sobolo, toffees, pepper, and eggs, while also dealing in raw cannabis on campus.
The operation uncovered quantities of cannabis which have been seized for forensic examination as part of ongoing investigations.
NACOC noted that it is committed to combating drug-related activities in educational institutions, and students involvement in the trafficking and consumption of narcotic substances.
The suspects are currently in custody and assisting in investigations to identify any additional persons connected to cannabis infuse drug trade.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced he will step down as Labour Party leader, triggering a contest to elect his successor as Prime Minister.
Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, Sir Keir said he had accepted that he was “not best placed to lead the Labour Party into the next general election” after hearing feedback from his parliamentary party.
“The question my party is asking now is whether I am the right person to lead them into the next general election. I have heard the answer of my parliamentary party to that question and I accept that answer with good grace,” he said.
Sir Keir said every decision he made was “about putting the country I love first,” which was why he would resign as Labour leader. He revealed he had spoken to His Majesty the King that morning to inform him of his decision.
He will remain Prime Minister until the leadership contest concludes. Starmer asked the Labour Party’s National Executive Committee to set a timetable with nominations opening on July 9 and the process completed by the summer recess, ensuring a new leader is in place before Parliament returns in September.
In a personal note, Starmer said that after leaving “the biggest job in the country,” he would focus on “the most important job”: being the best husband to his wife Victoria, “who has been a rock by my side through good times and bad,” and the best father to his children, “who are my pride and my joy.”
This comes less than two years since UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer won a landslide election victory. The country is now set for a seventh different prime minister in the decade since the Brexit vote.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
