Ghana has been ranked 61st out of 163 countries in the 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI), marking a continued decline in its global standing on peacefulness.
The latest ranking follows a downward trajectory from 55th in 2024, 51st in 2023, and 40th in 2022.
The Global Peace Index, compiled annually by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), measures the peacefulness of nations based on 23 indicators across three broad domains: societal safety and security, ongoing domestic and international conflict, and militarisation.
Ghana’s latest position places it behind several other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, continuing a trend that saw it lose its previous status as the second most peaceful country in the region.
In 2025, Mauritius, Madagascar, and Botswana all rank ahead of Ghana, with Botswana currently sitting at 43rd globally.
Despite this drop, Ghana still ranks ahead of several of its West African neighbors, including Senegal (69th), Liberia (70th), and Nigeria (148th), reinforcing its image as a relatively stable democracy in a turbulent region.Travel deals
However, the steady slide in rankings may raise concerns over growing political tensions, public safety challenges, and the impact of socio-economic pressures.
Globally, Iceland once again tops the list as the most peaceful country, followed by Ireland and New Zealand. At the other end of the spectrum, Russia, Ukraine, and Sudan are the least peaceful, reflecting the effects of protracted conflict and geopolitical instability.Source:
Abigail Arthur
Below are some of the tribal and religious bigotry SINS of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia since 2016:
We need both the Quran and the Bible at the Jubilee House.
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in 2016 told Muslims to vote for NPP so that he will represent them with the Holy Quran in the Jubilee House.
A vote for me to be President will open more doors for Muslims and Zongo dwellers.
I will beat Mahama in the North, change the Zongos.
NDC is AFRAID of me because they know the 2024 election would be over before it even started if I am made the Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party.
Dr.Mahamudu Bawumia
Mahama said a Northerner can’t be President on the ticket of NPP but I am here so vote for me.
I am also a Northerner so vote for me-Dr. Bawumia to Sekyere Afram Plains Constituents.
Dr. Bawumia accused Mahama’s presidency of being biased against Muslims in the Country.
According to Dr. Bawumia in May 2016, the current seat of government is occupied by persons who are from the Christian fraternity which to me does not create balance within the highest political positions in Ghana.
Dr.Razak Kojo Opoku
On May 2016, Dr. Bawumia said that, it is expected that because there are two dominant religious groups in the Country, the President and his Vice-President ought not to have have been from the same Christian religion.
Another major issue that I want to bring to the attention of the people is that; if we look at the Flagstaff house today, it does not reflect the people of Ghana in terms of religion.
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia made this comment when he was addressing some NPP supporters in the Sissala East District in the Upper West Region in May 2016.
In insha Allah, if Nana Akufo-Addo becomes President, he will swear with the Bible and enter the Flagstaff House, and I will swear with the Quran and enter the Flagstaff House. So when we combine the Quran and the Bible, Ghana will be the major beneficiary. The blessings of God will be on Ghana if we have the two religions in the Flagstaff House, stated in 2016.
The Zongo’s are saying something beautiful and interesting. They say they don’t believe the NPP will bring Dr. Bawumia as Flagbearer. But they also say, if you bring Dr. Bawumia, they will vote for him. He made this statement in Oti Region.
When you look at the North and the Zongo, these strongholds of the NDC will fall if Dr. Bawumia is elected the Flagbearer. These two will fall, and when they fall, the NDC cannot win the election. In the Volta Region too, I will get more votes. Their strongholds will shake when Dr. Bawumia is the Flagbearer. They know it that is why they are so scared of Dr. Bawumia.
A deliberate political mafia strategy to ensure that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia obtained 100% votes in the 2023 Super Delegates Conference of NPP. The North East Regional Campaign Coordinator for Alan Kyerematen was brutally attacked.
Ahead of 2028, let’s all be guided by our past mistakes, chart new course for national cohesion, and refrain from using religion and tribe as the benchmarks for votes seeking because Ghana is a Secular State with Christianity as a dominant religion.
Issued by:
Razak Kojo Opoku
Founding President of UP Tradition Institute
A former District Chief Executive (DCE) for the Amansie South in the Ashanti Region, who is also a private legal practitioner, Mr. Clement Opoku Gyamfi, has reaffirmed his decision to contest the National Youth Organiser position of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) when nomination is opened.
Mr. Gyamfi, who is popularly known as CID in the political space, declared his determination and commitment to work assiduously to bring the party back to power.
Mr.Clement Opoku Gyamfi aka CID
“I’m not just interested in a contest for position, but the focus is to lead the youth to deliver victory for the NPP in the 2028 general election,” he stressed.
The NPP national youth organiser hopeful stated this in an interview with the media on the sidelines of a three-day conference for presiding members (PMs) in the Ashanti Region.
The capacity-building conference was on the theme: Strengthening local governance; the opportunities and the challenges.
According to CID, he stands tall among all the potential NPP national youth hopefuls.
“CID is exceptional because I cut across all spheres of the delegates. I’m humble and respectful to all manner of people. If I’m given the nod, I will work with everyone to make sure the youth deliver victory for the NPP in 2028,” he said.
“I’m for all and
I cut across. CID is known for according each and everyone the needed respect.
Politics is about numbers, and each and everyone should be respected to encourage them to give off their best for our ultimate goal of winning power in 2028,” he added.
There are several instances where the Most Marketed Product does not sell.
Commercially, there are several examples of “Most Marketed-Product Failures”, however for the purpose of this article let me just give ten (10) examples:
Kasapa Mobile Telecommunication Company operations in Ghana.
Glo Mobile Telecommunication Company operations in Ghana
Google Glass
Apple Newton
Satisfries
Microsoft Zune
Nokia
Motorola
Crystal Pepsi
HP TouchPad
When it comes to politics, some ‘products’ or persons who were well marketed but could not translate their popularity into votes(Product Failures) include;
Raila Odinga of Kenya
Atiku Abubakar of Nigeria
Morgan Richard Tsvangirai of Zimbabwe
Anthony James Leon of South Africa
Julius Malema of South Africa
Omoyele Yele Sowore of Nigeria
Maurice Kamto of Cameroon
Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu (also known as Bobi Wine) of Uganda
Riek Machar Teny Dhurgon of South Sudan
Martin Madidi Fayulu of Democratic Republic of Congo
Diane Rwigara of Rwanda
Albert Arnold Gore Jr. (also known as Al Gore) of United States of America
Hillary Clinton of United States of America
Kamala Harris of United States of America
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya of Belarus
Syarhei Tsikhanouskaya of Belarus
Marion Anne Perrine “Marine” Le Pen of France.
Muhammadu Buhari contested in the Nigeria presidential elections four times before becoming President.
In our Ghanaian electoral environment, these people and others not mentioned here have been on the ballot several times, yet received little to no acceptance from the Ghanaian voters. They are;
Edward Mahama of PNC
Thomas Nuako Ward-Brew
Dr. J. B. Danquah of UGCC/UP
Paa Kwesi Nduom
I would like to end here by stressing that being the Most Marketed does not and may not always end in voter acceptability.
The “Voters’ Psychology” can easily make nonsense of the “Most Marketed” slogan during general elections.
Issued by: Razak Kojo Opoku (PhD)
UP Tradition Institute
Senior News Editor at the Kumasi unit of The Multimedia Group, Kofi Adu Domfeh, has emerged victorious once again in the re-run of the Ashanti Regional Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Chairmanship race.
The re-run, held on Friday, August 22, followed a petition by his opponent, Georgina Ama Ankomah, who challenged the outcome of the first contest.
Kofi Adu Domfeh speaking to the media after his victory
She argued that irregularities in the GJA voters’ register, particularly regarding the eligibility of some members, undermined the fairness of the process.
Her petition to the GJA’s Elections Dispute Resolution Committee was upheld, prompting the Association to order a re-run of the presidential race only, while results for the other executive positions remained intact.
In the initial election, Domfeh narrowly secured victory with 16 votes, edging out Georgina Ama Ankomah, who garnered 15 votes.
The re-run, although tense, reaffirmed his win with 20 votes against his opponent who had 11 votes.Source: Nana Boakye Yiadom
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has emerged as the clear frontrunner in the race to lead the opposition NPP into the 2028 general elections, according to a new poll by Global Info Analytics released on August 21, 2025.
The survey shows Dr. Bawumia commanding 52% support among NPP delegates ahead of the party’s presidential primaries, giving him a decisive edge over his rivals.
His closest challenger, former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong, trails far behind with 17%. Other aspirants fared poorly, with Dr. Bryan Acheampong polling 3%, former Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum 1%, and former General Secretary Kwabena Agyapong, Boakye Agyarko, and Addai Nimo each recording less than 1%.
Mr.Kennedy Agyapong & Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia
The poll also found that 10% of delegates remain undecided, while 9% declined to reveal their choice, leaving room for late shifts as the primaries approach.
Global Info Analytics surveyed 2,656 NPP delegates, with 2,560 completing all responses, across 263 constituencies between August 12 and 20, using computer-assisted telephone interviews. The poll carries a confidence level of 99% and a margin of error of ±2.44%.
While the numbers confirm Dr. Bawumia’s dominant position, analysts caution that consolidating undecided delegates will be critical to sealing victory in the upcoming contest.Source: Myjoyonline.com
The Dean of Conference of Presiding Members (PMs) in the Ashanti Region, who is also the PM for Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Mr. Patrick Kwame Frimpong, has stated emphatically that effective local governance is the backbone of Ghana’s development as it brings decision-making closer to the people.
He is, therefore, strongly advocating the amendment of Article 243 (1) to provide for direct election of District Chief Executives by the citizens of each district.
“The revised article would read as follows: There shall be a District Chief Executive for every district who shall be elected by universal adult suffrage in a non-partisan basis in accordance with the provisions of this constitution and any other relevant law.”
“This amendment, if adopted, aims to deepen local democracy, participatory governance and promote accountability, allowing citizens to elect their local leaders to strengthen democratic governance and ensure that local leadership reflects the will of the people,” he explained.
Mr Patrick Kwame Frimpong making a presentation at the conference
Mr. Frimpong, who is also the National Vice-President of NALAG, made the proposal at the Association’s three-day conference held at Miklin Hotel in Kumasi.
The conference, which was on the theme: Strengthening local governance, the opportunities and the challenges, was held from Thursday, 21st August to Saturday, 23rd August 2025.
The local governance expert, who has served as Assembly member for the Krofrom East Electoral Area within KMA since 2006 to date, also proposed amendments to Article 244 (1) of the 1992 Constitution.
The current provision of the Article reads: “The District Assembly shall have a Presiding Member who shall be elected by the Assembly from among its members.The Presiding Member shall be elected by at least two-thirds majority y’all the members of the Assembly”.
He said Article 244 (1) should be amended to read: “The District Assembly shall have a Presiding Member who shall be elected by the Assembly members from among its members. The Presiding Member shall be elected by a single majority of at least two-thirds of the Assembly members at the Assembly meeting.”
The Ashanti Regional Dean of PMs Conference expressed concerns that the current provisions requiring a two-thirds majority for the election of a PM has often resulted in challenges that hinder the smooth functioning of District Assemblies.
According to him, the inability to attain the required two-thirds majority has led to delays in electing, thereby stalling decision- making processes and impeding the effective administration of local governance.
He was with the firm believe that amending the provision to allow for the election of a PM by a simple majority when at least one-third of the Assembly in a meeting will streamline the election process.
He stressed, “This adjustment will bring an end to the standing challenges at the Assemblies during the election of their Presiding Members to ensure smooth execution of their responsibilities as prescribed by the constitution.”
Some scenes from the ceremony
He added that the proposed amendments are necessary to enhance the efficiency of District Assemblies.”These changes would align with the broader objective of strengthening local governance structures to better serve the needs of the communities they represent”.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has assured the public of the Ghana Police Service’s readiness to provide a safe and secure environment for the upcoming by-election in Akwatia in the Eastern Region.
He gave the assurance after the Police Management Board (POMAB) visited the High-Risk Operation Training Centre at Akyerematen on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, to assess the preparedness of police personnel ahead of the polls.
The visit, according to the Service, formed part of broader measures to ensure maximum security and maintain law and order before, during, and after the election.
According to the IGP, the Police Service remains committed to safeguarding all stakeholders in the electoral process, including voters, electoral officers, political parties, and the media.
“We have brought men here, and they are trained on how to handle arms. As we are going to the election ground, we decided to come and sharpen our skills for the by-election.
“Today, they will move to Akwatia and assess all the threats just to let the country know that we are ready for the election, and all the threats we hear from social media have given us the room to prepare and to remove fear for the electorate in Akwatia that nobody can come here to cause any trouble,” he said.
On Tuesday, August 19, the Ghana Police Service held a meeting with political parties to review preparations for the Akwatia by-election, scheduled for September 2.
After the meeting, the NPP’s National Organiser, Henry Nana Boakye, urged the Police Service to act decisively against those involved in the recent electoral violence at Ablekuma North to restore confidence in security arrangements.
Christian Tetteh Yohuno,IGP
“We said that thugs who were linked to the NDC, who caused mayhem, their images are all over, the videos all over, and as we speak, the Ghana Police Service has not effected any decisive arrest. We saw a communique that stated that they have arrested two persons. We do not know of any update. Were they put before the court? Are they on remand?
“We don’t know anything, so we were very strong on this particular point. The IGP said that they are very serious about it and that we should even expect that by the close of today, some arrests will be made. If they want us to rely on these assurances, then they must work on what happened in Ablekuma North.
“The Ghana Police Service should give us that confidence that they have dealt with the Ablekuma North issue,” he stated.
The NDC, however, called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to strengthen security measures to prevent a repeat of such incidents.
The party’s Deputy Director of Elections and IT, Rashid Tanko-Computer, said the EC must ensure that individuals without accreditation, including former state officials, are barred from the inner perimeter of polling stations.
“We are very clear in our mind that we, the NDC, are committed to the peace plan and the promises they have put in place, but we were mindful of the activities of our opponents who will come in there with dangerous weapons. Recall what happened in Ablekuma North, which triggered all these problems.
“One of the leaders, Hawa Koomson, had pepper spray in her bag. We are telling them that they need to beef up security and make sure that the fact that you are a former MP or Minister, once you don’t have accreditation, you have no business at the polling station,” he stated.Source:Samuel Ackom
The High Court in Obuasi in the Ashanti region has dismissed an election petition filed by former Trade and Industry Minister, Kobina Tahiru Hammond, popularly known as K.T. Hammond, against the victory of Godwin Animli Dorgbadzi Dorani in the Adansi Asokwa parliamentary election.
In a ruling on Tuesday, 19th August 2025, Justice Kwabena Twumasi struck out the case and imposed a fine of Gh¢60,000 on Mr Hammond, describing the petition as a waste of the court’s time.
Speaking after the ruling, counsel for Mr Dorani, Richard Andy, said the petition lacked merit and expressed relief that the matter had been resolved.
He noted that the decision would allow the MP to concentrate fully on his parliamentary duties.
K.T. Hammond, who lost his seat in the 2024 general elections after more than two decades as MP, was defeated by Mr Dorani with a margin of 954 votes.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate secured 14,229 votes, while Mr Hammond polled 13,275.
K.T. Hammond
Dissatisfied with the result, the former Minister filed a petition at the Obuasi High Court on 15th January 2025, challenging the outcome.
However, his repeated failure to appear before the court on three occasions led to the dismissal of the case.Source: Myjoyonline
Ranking Member on the Defence and Interior Committee of Parliament, Rev John Ntim Fordjour, has called on the Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to resign, apologise to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, and support the acquisition of a new presidential jet.
In a social media post on Monday, August 18, Rev Fordjour criticised the Minister and the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) for what he described as “petty politics” over presidential travels.
“Mr Principle, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana, is expecting your resignation. NDC must apologise to Ghanaians and Prez Akufo-Addo for doing petty politics with presidential travels,” Rev Fordjour wrote.
Rev John Ntim Fordjour
He argued that safety concerns surrounding the presidential aircraft were too critical to be politicised and demanded a more pragmatic approach to addressing the issue.
Rev Fordjour further urged the government to act boldly by submitting a proposal for the purchase of a new presidential jet to guarantee the President’s security and dignity during international assignments.
“Govt must be bold to submit a proposal for the acquisition of a new Presidential Jet for the President’s safety,” he insisted.
His comments come against the backdrop of renewed debate over the state of Ghana’s presidential aircraft, with critics questioning its reliability.
Rev Fordjour maintained that national interest must override political point-scoring, stressing that the safety of the Head of State should be treated as a matter of urgency.Source: Ernest K. Arhinful
