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NPP criticises Mahama Government, claims economic gains are being reversed
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has criticised the administration of President John Dramani Mahama, accusing it of reversing economic gains and failing to improve the living conditions of Ghanaians.
Addressing a press conference on March 24 at the party’s headquarters , the Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagba said the Mahama-led government inherited an economy that was recovering but has not sustained that progress.
He argued that by the end of 2024, key indicators such as inflation, exchange rate stability and GDP growth showed signs of recovery.
According to him, inflation had dropped from over 54 percent in 2022 to the mid-20 percent range, while GDP growth exceeded 3 percent.
He said, however, that these gains have not translated into better living conditions under the current administration.
“It is inarguable that President Mahama inherited a recovering economy, but has failed to sustain and translate that recovery into improved living conditions,” he said.
He also raised concerns about developments in the cocoa sector.
He accused the government of mismanaging pricing decisions, claiming that a reduction in producer prices has affected farmers’ incomes.
According to him, cocoa farmers are losing about GH₵1,038 per bag due to what it described as a price “haircut,” which it said could significantly affect rural livelihoods.
On employment, he mentioned that the government has failed to deliver on its promise to create jobs through its proposed 24-hour economy policy.
He questioned claims by the President that over one million jobs had been created, citing data it said suggests a much lower figure.
He pointed to rising fuel prices, arguing that the government has not put in place adequate measures to cushion citizens from global shocks.
He further raised concerns about illegal mining, known locally as galamsey, saying the situation has worsened despite earlier promises by the government to address it.
On labour relations,he noted increasing tensions between the government and several public sector unions, which it said could affect service delivery.
He questioned governance and ethical standards, citing allegations of conflict of interest involving individuals close to the President. It said such issues could undermine public trust if not addressed.
While acknowledging that global economic challenges exist, Richard Ahiagba insisted that leadership should focus on reducing the burden on citizens.
He concluded that the current situation reflects a gap between the government’s campaign promises and its performance in office.
He said the party will continue to hold the government accountable and urged Ghanaians to closely assess its performance.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ahyiresu and Abofrem, two quiet communities in the Atwima Mponua District, have been shaken to the core by a chilling midnight drama that reads like a nightmare.
A pastor and a young mother stand accused of attempting to bury a five‑month‑old baby girl alive, a crime that has ignited outrage and disbelief across the township.
According to police, Apostle Richmond Akwasi Frimpong, 36, Head Pastor of the Anointed Grace Prayer Ministry at Kuffour Camp, conspired with his uncle Emmanuel Appiah, 53, and the child’s mother, 23‑year‑old Beatrice Agyapomaa, to dispose of the infant, Anaya Achiaa, under the cover of darkness.
A fourth suspect, Emmanuel Donkor, remains on the run.
The suspects were caught near a refuse dump around 10 pm on April 9, 2026, after a vigilant resident, Akwasi Twezor, noticed their suspicious movements.
When confronted, they claimed the child was already dead and had palace approval for burial. But Twezor’s instincts proved right—the baby was still alive, gasping faintly for breath.
Chief Linguist, Nana Yaw Badu, later confirmed that Frimpong had misled him earlier in the evening, securing permission for burial by falsely declaring the child dead.
The infant was rushed to the Abofrem Clinic, where she is now responding well to treatment. Police described her as “very beautiful.”
Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Evelyn Yitamkey, Commander of DOVVSU in Bibiani, confirmed that the suspects have been provisionally charged.
Frimpong faces attempted murder and conspiracy charges, while Agyapomaa and Appiah are charged with conspiracy and abetment.
They were remanded by the Bibiani Circuit Court, presided over by Judge Frank Asiedu Nimako, to assist investigations.
The docket has been forwarded to the Attorney General’s Department for advice, ASP Yitamkey indicated.
The attempted crime has provoked fury among residents, many suspecting ritual motives aimed at bolstering the pastor’s influence.
Crowds attempted to attack the suspects outside court, but police intervention prevented mob justice.
The Assembly Member for Ahyiresu, Yusuf Suleiman, has assured residents that justice will be pursued swiftly.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
The forecourt of the African University of Communications and Business (AUCB) in Accra came alive on Friday with colour, creativity and innovation, as Level 300 students transformed the space into a lively exhibition of ideas.
Under the theme “Building meaningful brands beyond the logo,” the students invited patrons into a world where ordinary products were reimagined through storytelling, design and purpose.
From scented candles to innovative food concepts, each stand told a unique story, one that went beyond aesthetics to capture identity, value and human connection.
For many of the students, the event was more than just an academic exercise; it was a moment to dream out loud.
Guided by their lecturer, Peter Wonders, they explored what it truly means to build a brand in today’s competitive world where trust, consistency and experience matter just as much as logos and slogans.
Chairman of the occasion, Nana Kum Gyata VI, in his remarks said a brand is what people say about you when you are not present.
At the end of the presentations, awards were presented to deserving groups with Vida Nyaneba emerging as the overall best branding student.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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