6 h. ago Ghana’s Chief Justice removal unleashes political power struggle, judicial turmoil

The dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo by Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has shattered the fragile peace at the heart of the nation's democratic order. The event is more than a legal dispute; it's a dramatic sign of a deepening crisis that has now exploded into public view, exposing a constitutional fault line. This is not just a story of a public official's removal but a high-stakes struggle for power, forcing Ghanaians to confront a fundamental question: who truly holds the ultimate authority—the law or the executive?

Politics

7 h. ago Mahama pledges partnership with GJA to restore Ghana’s press freedom ranking

President John Mahama has pledged to work closely with the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) to restore Ghana’s image as a beacon of press freedom in Africa.

Politics

20 h. ago Ghana can’t continue spending $15m annually on renting missions’ properties – Mahama

President John Mahama had stated that Ghana cannot continue to spend over $15 million annually on renting properties abroad for its diplomatic use.

Society

28 h. ago Cabinet approves new policy for Ghana to own properties abroad for missions – Mahama

President John Mahama says Cabinet has approved a new policy, the Strategic Transition from Rental to Development of Properties, to ensure that Ghana’s missions abroad operate from state-owned facilities instead of rented premises.

Events

31 h. ago President Mahama lauds EPA CEO Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse as capable woman on reconstituted Lands Commission Board.

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-lauds-epa-ceo-prof-nana-ama-browne-klutse-as-capable-woman-on-reconstituted-lands-commission-board/President John Dramani Mahama has hailed the Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse, as a “rare species” and a “highly capable leader”, praising her as the only woman appointed to the newly reconstituted Lands Commission Board. Prof. Klutse is the sole female among the 26-member board inaugurated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-lauds-epa-ceo-prof-nana-ama-browne-klutse-as-capable-woman-on-reconstituted-lands-commission-board/

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35 h. ago Mahama to New Envoys: Carry Ghana’s story to the world as a land of opportunity

President John Dramani Mahama has charged newly appointed envoys with the task of projecting a renewed image of the country one that goes beyond political stability to highlight Ghana’s readiness for business, innovation, and inclusive growth.

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35 h. ago Mahama charges new envoys to champion Ghana’s ‘reset agenda’ on global stage

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghana’s newly appointed envoys to play a crucial role in advancing the government’s "Reset Agenda" on the international front.

Sport

35 h. ago Government to cut $15m yearly expenditure on diplomatic rentals — Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has announced decisive measures to halt Ghana’s annual expenditure of more than $15 million on renting properties abroad for diplomatic missions

Politics

35 h. ago Mahama to New Envoys: Be agile and purposeful in advancing Ghana’s economic diplomacy

President John Dramani Mahama has urged newly appointed diplomats to embrace a forward-looking, dynamic approach to diplomacy that reflects the rapidly changing global landscape, calling on them to be bold agents of economic transformation and innovation abroad.

Politics

53 h. ago Mahama Demands June 2026 Completion for Delayed Ghana Highway

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-demands-june-2026-completion-for-delayed-ghana-highway/President John Dramani Mahama has pressed contractors to complete the long-stalled Ofankor–Nsawam Road by June 2026, addressing mounting public frustration over the project’s repeated delays. During a Wednesday site inspection accompanied by the Roads Minister, Mahama emphasized accountability for the critical highway that serves thousands of daily commuters. The President warned contractors that his administration […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-demands-june-2026-completion-for-delayed-ghana-highway/

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61 h. ago Accountability Demands It: President Mahama Must Release the Committee’s Report on the Chief Justice’s Removal Proceedings

Yesterday, Ghana witnessed a significant constitutional precedent: President John Dramani Mahama, in accordance with Article 146(9) of the Constitution, removed Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Sackey Torkornoo from office as Chief Justice and Justice of the Supreme Court. This marked the abrupt end of a long and distinguished judicial career. Though the President’s action was constitutionally mandated: once the committee established under Article 146(6) recommends removal, the President has no discretion, the political and legal ramifications have been immediate. Public discourse has been rife with mixed reactions, with many questioning the fairness of the process and the independence of the Judiciary in the current constitutional climate.

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3 d. ago Mahama Faces Constitutional Test Over Chief Justice Removal Report Release

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-faces-constitutional-test-over-chief-justice-removal-report-release/President John Mahama confronts a delicate balancing act between constitutional duty and political prudence following his removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, with legal experts pushing for transparency in the aftermath. Constitutional lawyer Kow Abaka Essuman argues that Mahama’s next decision on whether to publish the investigative committee’s report will define public perception of his […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-faces-constitutional-test-over-chief-justice-removal-report-release/

Economics

3 d. ago Tamale Hosts Global Shea Industry as Ghana Eyes Value Chain Transformation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tamale-hosts-global-shea-industry-as-ghana-eyes-value-chain-transformation/Ghana’s northern capital is buzzing with international attention as the World Shea Expo 2025 opens today at the Modern City Hotel in Tamale. The three-day event marks a pivotal moment for Ghana’s ambitions to transform shea from a rural survival crop into a cornerstone of national economic growth. President John Mahama will officially launch the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tamale-hosts-global-shea-industry-as-ghana-eyes-value-chain-transformation/

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3 d. ago Mahama Meets Olam Leadership to Discuss Food Security in Singapore

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-meets-olam-leadership-to-discuss-food-security-in-singapore/President John Mahama and Cabinet members held discussions with senior executives from Olam Agri and Olam Food Ingredients during an official visit to Singapore last week. The meeting at Olam’s headquarters brought together the President’s delegation and key company officials, including Group Co-Founder and CEO Sunny Verghese. The discussions centered on enhancing Ghana’s food security […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-meets-olam-leadership-to-discuss-food-security-in-singapore/

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3 d. ago Chief Justice removal sparks debate over Ghana’s judicial independence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chief-justice-removal-sparks-debate-over-ghanas-judicial-independence/President John Mahama’s decision to remove Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo from office has triggered intense discussion about constitutional procedure, political interference, and potential impacts on investor confidence in Ghana’s legal system. The removal follows a committee of inquiry’s recommendation under Article 146(9) of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution, which found evidence of “stated misbehaviour” […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chief-justice-removal-sparks-debate-over-ghanas-judicial-independence/

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4 d. ago CJ’s Ouster UnderminesGhana’s Democracy—Bekwai MP Lawyer Ralph

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice as a dangerous assault on the country’s democratic foundations. In a statement, the MP said the presidency’s action represents not just an institutional overreach, but also a direct threat to the independence of the judiciary — a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/

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4 d. ago CJ’s Ouster Undermines Ghana’s Democracy—Bekwai MP Lawyer Ralph

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice as a dangerous assault on the country’s democratic foundations. In a statement, the MP said the presidency’s action represents not just an institutional overreach, but also a direct threat to the independence of the judiciary — a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/

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4 d. ago Ghana launches fresh assault on illegal gold mining operations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-fresh-assault-on-illegal-gold-mining-operations/President John Mahama’s administration has intensified efforts to tackle illegal mining across the country following last month’s helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including senior government officials. Acting Environment Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah announced plans to withdraw Legislative Instruments 2462 and 2501, which previously allowed mining activities within protected forest areas. The legal changes aim […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-fresh-assault-on-illegal-gold-mining-operations/

Events

4 d. ago Presidential Panel Submits Chief Justice Torkornoo Investigation Report

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/presidential-panel-submits-chief-justice-torkornoo-investigation-report/President John Dramani Mahama has received the findings of a five-member constitutional inquiry committee investigating allegations against suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. The formal submission concludes months of proceedings that began when petitions alleging judicial misbehavior reached the President’s office earlier this year. The constitutional process required Mahama to seek guidance from the Council of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/presidential-panel-submits-chief-justice-torkornoo-investigation-report/

Politics

4 d. ago 144 suspended Ghana Water staff petition President Mahama over unfair treatment

More than 140 suspended employees of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) are appealing to President Mahama and Chief of Staff Julius Debrah to intervene in what they describe as unfair treatment by the company’s new Managing Director, Adam Mutawakilu. The workers, suspended since February, say the decision has left many of them homeless, financially […]

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