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Salam Mustapha withdraws from NPP National Organiser race
Salam Mustapha, an aspirant for the National Organiser position of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has withdrawn from the contest.
In a letter dated September 9, 2026, and addressed to the Chairman of the NPP National Officers Elections Committee, Mr Mustapha cited “circumstances beyond my control” for his decision.
He described the decision as a difficult one, particularly because of the support and encouragement he had received from party members, delegates, colleagues and supporters across the country.
“However, due to circumstances beyond my control, I am unable to continue with my candidature,” he stated.
Mr Mustapha stressed that his withdrawal did not affect his commitment to the NPP or its values.
He pledged to continue contributing to the unity, rebuilding and electoral success of the party.
He expressed his continued support for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, saying he would work towards making him the next President of Ghana.
The former aspirant thanked his supporters for believing in his vision and urged them to accept his decision and remain united in the interest of the party.
“Political positions may come and go, but our commitment to the NPP and the future of our party must remain greater than any individual ambition,” he stated.
Mr Mustapha wished the party and the other candidates well as they participate in the internal electoral process.
He expressed hope that the decisions taken during the process would strengthen the NPP and position it for victory in future elections.
He ended his statement by quoting Psalm 23, which he described as his favourite passage in the Bible: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
By: Jacob Aggrey
Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted two staff members of Aduman Senior High School over alleged sexual misconduct against a male student.
The teachers are Mr. Isaac Yankey and Mr. Palance Kwakye.
According to GES, Management received reports of the alleged sexual misconduct involving the two staff members against the male student.
Following receipt of the report, the matter was referred to the Police for investigation. The two staff members have since been arrested by the Police in connection with the alleged incident.
In addition, Management has interdicted the two teachers pending the outcome of the investigations.
The alleged victim has also been provided with psychosocial support to safeguard his well-being.
Management has assured the public that appropriate measures will continue to be taken to ensure that all students learn in a safe environment.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ministry of Health has cautioned the public against a fraudulent fundraising campaign being aired on Ghanaian televisions, which falsely solicits money to support patients seeking surgical treatment through Mercy Ships.
Mercy Ships International, an international Christian organisation providing free surgical care and education across Africa, currently has its hospital vessel, The Global Mercy, docked at the Tema Port.
The vessel is expected to provide free surgeries to more than 2,500 Ghanaians over a 10-month period ending in June 2027.
The Ministry has clarified that patients scheduled for treatment were identified and pre-screened ahead of the vessel’s arrival through a coordinated process involving Mercy Ships and the Ministry, based on established medical and eligibility criteria.
According to them, Mercy Ships is currently operating at full capacity and is not accepting additional patients for the ongoing field service.
The Ministry emphasised that payments or registrations through third parties will not guarantee access to treatment.
The fraudulent broadcast, featuring an organisation identified as ‘HELP Save LIFE Foundation,’ solicits financial contributions through an MTN Mobile Money account.
“The Ministry wishes to state categorically that the campaign is not affiliated with, authorised by or endorsed by Mercy Ships,” the statement noted.
They reminded the public that all medical services provided by Mercy Ships are entirely free, and no patient is required to make payments, donations or mobile money transfers to access treatment.
Members of the public have therefore been advised not to make payments, share personal or financial information with individuals claiming to facilitate access to the services, or engage with similar suspicious solicitations.
The ministry encouraged the public to rely solely on official Ministry of Health and Mercy Ships communication channels for accurate information on medical services and patient access.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
