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NPP criticises Mahama Government, claims economic gains are being reversed
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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
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has announced plans to introduce a new Bill to strengthen the legal framework for the discipline of lawyers in Ghana.
In an address read on his behalf by the Deputy Attorney-General at the opening of the 2026 Conference of the Ghana Bar Association, Dr. Ayine disclosed that the Bill is headed to Cabinet for review and approval before being laid before Parliament.
The proposed law, to be called the Legal Profession (Practitioners Standards Board) Bill, is expected to transform and strengthen the regulatory framework for disciplining lawyers to safeguard the rights of practitioners and promote public confidence in the profession.
According to the Attorney-General, when passed, the Bill will establish an independent Disciplinary Committee with clear rules of procedure and proposals on proportionate sanctions.
He explained that this marks a progressive departure from the existing framework where the Disciplinary Committee both investigates and adjudicates complaints. The Bill also proposes clear and strict procedural timelines for resolving grievances to avert prolonged deliberations that frustrate both clients and lawyers.
Secondly, Dr. Ayine noted that under the current framework, Superior Court judges sit on the Disciplinary Committee whose decisions, as quasi-judicial decisions, are subject to reviews and appeals in the same courts where these judges preside.
The new Bill seeks to eliminate this conflict of interest by creating a separately constituted Board composed of lay non-lawyers and professional representatives with guaranteed tenure.
The Attorney-General added that the Bill seeks to separate professional discipline from executive, judicial or competitive interference to ensure that disciplinary mechanisms are not weaponized against lawyers by clients, the Bench, or the State.
The introduction of the new law forms part of efforts by the Attorney-General to introduce reforms into the legal profession aimed at revolutionizing legal practice and training. It follows the passage of the Legal Education Act, 2026, which is currently at the implementation stage.
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Gov’t did not approve market near school — Stan Dogbe clears air on Ahafo Ano South market siting
Deputy Chief of Staff, Stan Xoese Dogbe has reacted to a viral video raising concerns about the siting of a market close to a school in the Ahafo Ano South District of the Ashanti Region.
In a post responding to the video, Mr. Dogbe said he has been in contact with the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, who he said is on top of the situation and has long since halted the construction process.
According to him, the decision to designate the said land near the school for the market was not a government decision.
“Once the development was brought to the RCC’s attention, the regional minister immediately asked that the process be stopped,” he stated.
Mr. Dogbe explained that the community currently has no available land space for the construction of the model market, which necessitated their choice of the location near the school.
He noted however that the community has been asked to find another, more suitable piece of land for the project to commence.
“We thank all for the interest in developmental issues in our communities,” he added.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
