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Ghana’s President demands permanent seat for Africa on UN Security Council
President John Dramani Mahama has renewed Africa’s call for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, insisting the current structure does not reflect today’s global realities.
President John Mahama addressing UN General Assembly
Addressing the General Assembly on Thursday, September 25, he said the UN’s founding charter was “outdated when it comes to representation.”
“The most powerful post-World War II nations are still being rewarded with an almost totalitarian guardianship over the rest of the world,” he observed.
“If this were truly the case, a continent as large as Africa with its numerous UN Member States would have at least one permanent seat on the Security Council.”
Mr Mahama further argued that veto power should not be absolute and restricted to only five nations.
“There must be a mechanism for the General Assembly to challenge a veto. No single nation should be able to exercise an absolute veto to serve its own interests in a conflict,” he told the assembly.
Citing Nelson Mandela’s address to the UN in 1995, he noted that Africa’s demand for reform had remained unchanged for three decades.
“So, today, Madam President, I stand here in this exact spot, asking: if not now, then when?” he said.
The President also called for a “reset of the global financial architecture,” which he said was rigged against Africa, and demanded that the continent be given greater say in multilateral financial institutions.Source: Ernest K. Arhinful
Executive Chairman of KGL Group calls on Africa to build global business giants at the Forward Africa Leaders Symposium 2025
By:A special correspondent
New York, USA — [22 / 09 /2025] — The Executive Chairman of the KGL Group and former Board Chair of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Mr. Alex Apau Dadey, delivered a resounding opening address at the Forward Africa Leaders Symposium 2025, held in partnership with the Africa Peer Review Mechanism at the iconic home of global enterprise — NASDAQ, New York.
Sharing the global stage with distinguished leaders and innovators such as H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah President of Namibia, Prime Minister of Lesotho Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane, Deputy Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament and Chair of Cleopatra Group H.E. Mohamed AbdulEnien, and CEO and President MTN Group Mr. Ralph Mupita, to share best practices, build meaningful partnerships, and chart pathways for the future of digital transformation and innovation across the continent.
Opening his keynote, Mr. Dadey posed a bold challenge: “The challenge before us is not whether change is possible, but how quickly and inclusively we can harness it. The answer, I believe, lies in the strength of partnerships — genuine, strategic Public-Private Partnerships that unite the innovation, capital, and execution capacity of the private sector with the legitimacy, reach, and enabling authority of governments.”
Drawing on a distinguished career spanning over three decades, across continents and key sectors, Mr. Dadey recounted how his journey in the United Kingdom and over 25 countries, to his tenure in public service as the former GIPC Board Chair — has shaped his vision. At its core, his lifelong passion remains rooted in multilateral collaboration, diaspora socio-economic inclusion, and harnessing technology to push boundaries for business and society.
Underscoring the vital role of the private sector, Mr. Dadey reaffirmed a principle he has long advocated: “I have always maintained that governments do not create wealth — the private sector does. Governments on their own cannot drive transformation, but sadly, private enterprises that do are most often treated as afterthoughts in national strategies, relegated to the rear when they should be at the center of policy deliberations and implementation.”
He highlighted that the most successful PPPs in Africa are those where private sector profit motives align seamlessly with government revenue generation and public development goals.
Citing the KGL Group’s own ethos, he emphasized that “Wealth created through PPPs should make a lasting impact in the communities it operates in. The private sector should not limit PPPs to only commercial collaboration but also be responsible corporate citizens by filling in critical social intervention gaps left uncovered by governments.
This philosophy he cited gave rise to the KGL Foundation, established as the CSR arm of the Group to fulfil this vision,” he explained.
In a thought-provoking moment, Mr. Dadey asked: “If multinational corporations can generate wealth in Africa and repatriate to their home countries, why can’t African countries do the reverse?”
He asserted that Africa’s true path to global scale lies in mastering its own markets, building resilient business models, and creating fit-for-purpose innovations. According to him, the continent must purposefully create African Global Giants: “These champions are not just wealthy individuals; they are economic shock absorbers, role models who inspire the next generation of business leaders. They are the anchors of supply chains, the investors in local R&D, and the patient capital that foreign direct investment is not. We need an ecosystem where a start-up in Accra can realistically envision becoming a multi-billion-dollar entity that lists here on NASDAQ.”
Mr. Dadey closed with a stirring reminder that Africa’s future lies in how boldly it chooses to celebrate, rather than stifle, its own champions. “We cannot build economies of scale if we constantly cut down the tallest trees,” he declared — urging Africa to purposefully create and support its own Global Giants.
MTN Ghana & partners empower 150 SMEs in Ashanti Region
The leading telecommunications network in the country, MTN Ghana, including Sanlam/Allianz and other partners, has held a two-day financial literacy and digital training for 150 small & medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Ashanti Region.
Mr. Mohammed Abubakari-Sidick,
The event dubbed “MTN Business Clinic” was on the theme: “Setting up Business for Growth”.
It is being held from 25th to 26th September 2025 at Lancaster Hotel in Kumasi.
The event in Kumasi is the fourth in a series after training programmes in Accra, Tamale and Takoradi.
Speaking to journalists, Mr. Mohammed Abubakari-Sidick, the Senior Manager SME Sales, MTN Ghana, explained that the overall goal of the Business Clinic was to empower small and medium-sized enterprises via digital transformation and financial inclusion.
“The event focuses on teaching entrepreneurs how to keep proper records (book keeping), digital tools, manage finances, and leverage the products and services of MTN Ghana to enable them to grow their businesses,” he explained.
A section of the participants
He said they also identified that most of the SMEs didn’t have websites and through the training, participants had been empowered to create websites to have their presence globally.
“MTN Ghana and our partners believe in giving our SNRs the best solutions through prudent financial book keeping, digital solutions, insurance for protection, among others,” he indicated.
Ernestina Nana Adwoa Oyelaran
He continued, “One of the challenges we identified was that most of the SMEs don’t keep proper records. There was also the issue of customer-relation gap.”
On her part, Ernestina Nana Adwoa Oyelaran, Head of Business Development & Distribution for the Corporate Commercial Business Line with Sanlam/Allianz, commended MTN Ghana for the partnership.
According to her, their partnership with MTN for the Business Clinic demonstrates their commitment to empowering people, especially SMEs, which are the backbone of the economy.
Dr. Victoria Mensah Nyamadi of Elclassy Apparell,
“Our aim is to offer the SMEs the best packages for the protection of their businesses for effective growth. All businesses need insurance protection for security in case of unforeseen circumstances. I’m, therefore, appealing to all businesses, especially SMEs and Ghanaians, to embrace insurance in all their endeavours. Insurance is not a scam; let us all embrace it for future protection,” she said.
Some of the participants, including Business Development Executive for Jackson University College, Sebastian Appiah and Dr. Victoria Mensah Nyamadi of Elclassy Apparell, commended the organisers for the impactful training.
They said the facilitators of the Business Clinic took them through financial literacy, book keeping, leverage digital space, among others.
They believed the training would go a long way to bring great transformation to their businesses.
Dr. Nyamadi remarked, “Normally, when you operate a small business, you take many things for granted. And this training has opened my eyes to take records keeping very seriously. I’m also encouraging all businesses, especially SMEs, to take proper records of their businesses. The speakers in the clinic drummed home the need for records keeping because it’s very important for business growth and this is my key takeaway from the MTN SMEs clinic.”By:Isaac Amoah/tntnewspapergh.com
Education will be the cornerstone of my leadership – Dr. Adutwum declares
Former Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has reaffirmed his commitment to making education the central pillar of his leadership should he emerge as the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and subsequently President of Ghana in 2028.
Speaking to party members during his campaign launch at Adansi Asokwa in the Ashanti Region, Dr Adutwum underscored the transformative power of education in shaping Ghana’s future.
“Education remains the most effective tool for transforming the country and positioning it for long-term growth and development,” he said.
Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum
He stressed the importance of investing in quality and accessible education, noting that such measures would empower young people while equipping the nation to compete more effectively on the global stage.
Dr Adutwum also highlighted accountability as a critical element of effective governance.
“Accountability is the key to achieving better performance in governance, and so leaders must remain vigilant and attentive. Without such oversight, those entrusted to support their vision may end up being the very source of disappointment,” he cautioned.
Two days after appearing before the NPP vetting committee, Dr Adutwum has embarked on what he calls a “Hope Tour” across the Ashanti Region as he seeks to win the mandate of party delegates.
The NPP presidential primary, scheduled for January 31, 2026, is expected to be fiercely contested by former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong, Abetifi MP Bryan Acheampong, and Dr Adutwum himself. Source:Bright Yeboah
Gov’t to deploy military, security forces to protect rivers from galamsey- Dep.Lands Minister reveals
The government is taking a bold step to protect its precious water bodies from the ravages of illegal mining, also known as galamsey.
The Lands and Natural Resources Ministry has announced plans to deploy military and security forces to key river bodies, marking a significant escalation in the fight against this environmental menace.
The Deputy Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Yusif Sulemana, speaking at the 11th West and Central Africa Mining Summit on Thursday, September 25, explained that, unlike the Blue Water Guard, whose interventions are often temporary, the military presence will serve as a stronger deterrent.
He noted that illegal miners usually return to the sites after being dispersed, which makes the current approach unsustainable.
According to him, deploying the military or setting up permanent security zones along the river bodies will provide continuous enforcement and prevent the miners from regrouping.
Meanwhile, former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor has questioned the effectiveness of the move.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, he argued that declaring water bodies and forest reserves as security zones is not new, pointing out that during his tenure, such areas were already classified as red zones.
“We even went as far as burning excavators found 200 meters from riverbanks and forest reserves. So the question is, what new implications or enforcement measures will this declaration bring?” Mr Jinapor said.
He maintained that what Ghanaians are expecting is for President John Mahama to honour the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) campaign promise to declare a state of emergency on illegal mining, describing it as the “most effective tool” in tackling the menace.
Mr Jinapor also cautioned against politicising the galamsey fight, stressing that both the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) must present a united front to protect the country’s forests and water bodies from destruction.Source: Myjoyonline.com
Tension brews as Tijjanniya Muslim Council rejects legitimacy of National Muslim Conference
By:A correspondent
A sharp division is emerging within Ghana’s Muslim community as the Tijjanniya Muslim Council of Ghana, one of the largest Islamic groups in the country, has strongly rejected the legitimacy of the recently formed National Muslim Conference of Ghana (NMCG), stating that the body does not represent all Muslims.
In an official letter addressed to His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, the Council expressed deep concern over a circulating directive that allegedly designates the NMCG as the sole representative body for Muslims in Ghana.
The letter, signed by Imam Hassan on behalf of the Supreme Leader and President of the Tijjanniya Muslim Council, warns that such claims are “unfounded and unacceptable.”
“The Tijjanniya Muslim Council of Ghana had no involvement in the establishment of the National Muslim Conference of Ghana, nor is our Supreme Leader a signatory to its formation,” the statement noted.
The Council has called on President Mahama to intervene and prevent any group from assuming exclusive authority over Muslim representation in the country. The letter warns that allowing a single institution to monopolize Muslim engagement with government could lead to “destabilization” within the community.
The message also carried an appeal to other prominent Imams and Muslim leaders who have aligned themselves with the NMCG, urging them to reconsider their support in order to preserve unity and harmony.
Political and religious observers say this public statement could spark wider conversations around representation, legitimacy, and inclusivity within Ghana’s diverse Muslim population.
As President Mahama settles into his new term, how he responds to this internal religious dispute could set the tone for his engagement with faith-based groups across the nation.
PRINPAG President David Tamakloe Leads Delegation to New York to Cover 80th UNGA
President of the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG), David Tamakloe, is in New York to cover the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), which runs from September 23 to 30, 2025. He departed Accra on September 21 to join global leaders, diplomats, and journalists at this high-level gathering.
David Tamakloe
Mr. Tamakloe, a seasoned journalist, and governance advocate, will provide in-depth coverage of the Assembly, offering investigative perspectives on critical global issues such as peace and security, climate change, sustainable development, and Africa’s place in shaping the future of multilateralism. He will also feed PRINPAG members with timely and exclusive updates for publication across their platforms, ensuring the Ghanaian public receives accurate reports from the proceedings.
Mr. Isaac Darko Boamah, Managing Editor of The Metro Lens
With more than two decades of professional practice in print, television, and digital media, Mr. Tamakloe has built a reputation as one of Ghana’s leading investigative journalists. His exposés on high-profile corruption scandals, including the controversial “Agyapa Deal” and questionable COVID-19 procurement contracts, have influenced governance reforms and accountability in Ghana. Beyond journalism, he has worked with international bodies such as Transparency International and the Global Integrity Initiative on governance and anti-corruption projects.
David is the founder of The New Republic Newspaper, co-founder of Whatsup News, and head of DST Global Consult Limited, Amicus Media, and Origin Variety Farms.
In a statement, PRINPAG’s Executive Secretary, Jeorge Wilson Kingson, described Mr. Tamakloe’s participation as “an opportunity to amplify Ghana and Africa’s perspectives on the global stage,” expressing confidence in his professionalism and commitment to impactful reporting.
Joining him at UNGA is Mr. Isaac Darko Boamah, Managing Editor of The Metro Lens Newspaper and a prominent PRINPAG member. Accredited to cover the Assembly, Mr. Boamah—who also serves as the Mawerehene of Akyem Adadientam in the Eastern Region—will support the coverage effort by providing timely reports for Ghanaian media.
Their joint invitation underscores PRINPAG’s commitment to ensuring that the Ghanaian public remains well-informed about key global decisions and discussions shaping international governance.
15 out of 23 MPs in Eastern region declare support for Dr.Bawumia
Fifteen out of the 23 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament in the Eastern Region have thrown their support behind Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as he begins his campaign tour of the region.
The former Vice President, who also led the party into the 2024 general election as presidential candidate, is seeking re-election as the NPP’s flagbearer for the 2028 polls.
Dr Bawumia was vetted yesterday by the party’s vetting committee, clearing a crucial hurdle in his quest to lead the NPP again. His supporters in Parliament described him as the candidate with the vision, experience, and grassroots appeal to strengthen the party’s chances in 2028.
The MPs
The Eastern Region is considered a critical battleground for internal contests, and endorsements from MPs are seen as a major boost to his campaign.
Among the MPs backing Dr Bawumia are Sammi Awuku, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Annor Dompreh, Kofi Ahenekorah Marfo, Charles Asuako Owiredu, Kingsley Agyemang, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, Ida Adjoa Asiedu, Kwame Appiah Kodua, Duke Ofori-Atta, Michael Okyere Baafi, Frank Asiedu Bekoe, Kwame Addo Frempong, Alexander Agyare and Laurette Korkor Asante.
Their support is expected to bolster his regional tour and mobilise grassroots enthusiasm for his candidacy.
Dr Bawumia, addressing supporters at the start of his campaign in the Eastern Region, urged party faithful to remain united and focused on recapturing power in 2028.
He emphasised that his track record in government and his vision for Ghana’s future make him the best choice to lead the NPP into the next election.
“Together, we can build a stronger party and a stronger nation,” he said.Source : Peacefmonline.com
Clarifying the Record: Response to Mr. Boahen Aidoo’s Commentary on the Cocoa Syndication Reform
We have taken note of the recent remarks made by Mr. Joseph Boahen Aidoo, former Chief
Executive Officer of COCOBOD, regarding the cocoa syndication policy and the role of Dr. Bryan
Acheampong. While robust debate is welcome in any democratic setting, it must be grounded
in truth, consistency, and respect for institutional roles and processes.
Dr. Bryan Acheampong remains fully focused on his presidential campaign and has consistently
urged his team and supporters to prioritize unity, discipline, and the shared aspirations of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
His campaign is anchored in transparency, bold ideas, inclusive leadership, and a results-driven vision for Ghana, not personal attacks or revisionist narratives.
The facts surrounding the cocoa syndication reform are clear, documented, and verifiable:
- As Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong formally presented the
Cabinet memo recommending the cancellation of the syndicated cocoa loan to the
President.
- He publicly led this policy shift, marking a decisive break from Ghana’s 32-year reliance
on offshore syndicated loans.
- Under his leadership, the producer price of cocoa was increased by 278%, from
GH¢800 in 2022 to GH¢3,100 in 2024—an unprecedented uplift that directly benefited
Ghanaian farmers.
Dr. Bryan Acheampong
Mr. Aidoo’s claim that he is “now hearing that Bryan clandestinely presented the idea to
Cabinet” raises serious questions about his own awareness and involvement in a policy he
simultaneously claims to have authored. If he indeed spearheaded the initiative, it is illogical to
suggest he was unaware of its formal submission or public rollout. This contradiction
undermines the credibility of his narrative and appears to be an unfortunate attempt to
undermine and diminish what should be a shared achievement of the NPP.
BRYAN ACHEAMPONG PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN OFFICE
Furthermore, the allegation that Dr. Acheampong “vehemently opposed” the policy is
demonstrably false. His actions, leading Cabinet engagement and overseeing its
implementation, are not those of a saboteur.
They reflect the hallmarks of ministerial
leadership, strategic clarity, and public accountability.It must be emphasized that in Ghana’s governance architecture, the process of policy
formulation and implementation sits squarely with the Minister responsible for the sector. This
is not merely convention but a constitutional and administrative fact. The authority to initiate,
shape, and execute policy within their portfolios sits with the respective Ministers.
The comparison is clear and instructive: the credit for Free SHS rightly belongs to the Minister of
Education, not the Director General of the Ghana Education Service. The credit for One District
One Factory is credited to the Minister of Trade and Industry, not to the implementing agencies.
Likewise, Ghana’s digital transformation is attributed to the Minister of Communications, not
the Director General of the National Communications Authority.
While various institutions and technical teams may contribute behind the scenes, it is the sector Minister who bears the mandate to lead, implement, and publicly defend the policy.
This principle is consistent across government. Ministers are the political heads of their sectors,
entrusted with the responsibility to translate presidential vision into actionable policy.
However, it must also be emphasized that the ultimate responsibility for every major policy rests
with the President.
It is the President who sets the national agenda, approves Cabinet decisions,
and empowers Ministers to act. The President is the architect of the government’s vision;
Ministers are the builders who bring that vision to life.In the same vein, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, as Minister for Food and Agriculture, exercised his
mandate to lead the cocoa syndication reform. His model, requiring international buyers to
make upfront payments for cocoa, was not only pragmatic but visionary. It repositioned Ghana’s
cocoa sector on a path of financial independence and market leverage. COCOBOD’s own
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announcement of over $4 billion in deposits from international buyers is a resounding
vindication of this approach.
Mr. Boahen Aidoo was CEO of COCOBOD for 8 years from 2017. Why was the syndication not
stopped in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023? Is it sheer coincidence that it was
implemented only when Dr. Bryan Acheampong became Minister?
As we look ahead, it is vital that we focus on what unites us as a party and as a nation. The cocoa
syndication reform is a landmark achievement of the Akufo-Addo administration. Dr. Bryan
Acheampong, as Minister, led its policy articulation and implementation. Credit must be
accorded where it is due, but more importantly, the success of this reform should be celebrated
as a collective victory for the NPP and for Ghana.
Signed,
Bryan Acheampong Communications Directorate
September 24, 2025
