60 h. ago Mahama’s SONA undermines investor confidence, reverses economic gain – Minority

The Minority in Parliament has strongly criticised President John Dramani Mahama’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), arguing that it has reversed the economic gains made in recent years, particularly in restoring investor confidence.

Economics

62 h. ago Mahama engaged in propaganda with State of the Nation address – Amin Adam

The Minority has accused President John Mahama of using the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) as a platform for propaganda rather than addressing the real challenges facing Ghanaians.

Politics

4 d. ago The State of the Nation at 68, is President Mahama our hope?

Since Ghana's independence in 1957, the country's economy has struggled to realise full potential. Numerous hurdles have slowed our development, and some critical initiatives must be made to restart and reinvigorate our economy. But was the economy in the last eight years governed in a criminal and incompetent manner? Was the previous government living in a bubble, believing everyone was enjoying when in reality, people were trying to make ends meet? Was it true that instead of accepting responsibility, they repeatedly passed the buck, blaming everyone but themselves for the country's economic woes?

Politics

4 d. ago What Mahama presented ‘was not the true state of the economy’

Dr. Stephen Amoah, former Deputy Minister of Finance, has raised concerns over the accuracy of President John Dramani Mahama's recent State of the Nation address, delivered on Thursday.

Politics

4 d. ago IERPP’s Analysis of the State of the Nation Address by President John Mahama

On Thursday, February 27, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama delivered his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) before the 9th Parliament, as mandated by Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana. His speech touched on the country’s economic, social, and financial conditions of the populace. This article examines the president’s statements and compares them with economic and financial data sources.

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5 d. ago Economist Challenges Mahama’s Economic Crisis Claims, Highlights Recovery Indicators

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/economist-disputes-president-mahamas-economic-crisis-narrative-insists-claim-was-exaggerated/A heated debate over Ghana’s economic health has emerged after President John Dramani Mahama described the nation’s financial state as “dire” during his recent State of the Nation Address. However, prominent economist Dr. Daniel Amateye Anim has pushed back against the characterization, calling the President’s crisis narrative exaggerated and inconsistent with measurable progress. Speaking to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/economist-disputes-president-mahamas-economic-crisis-narrative-insists-claim-was-exaggerated/

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5 d. ago My team is here to serve the nation, not to chase personal gains – Mahama

President John Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to serving the nation with integrity, stressing that his government and team are dedicated to the country’s progress rather than seeking personal enrichment.

Politics

5 d. ago NPP Dismisses Mahama’s Economic Strategy as ‘Empty Talk’ Ahead of National Dialogue

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/npp-dismisses-mahamas-economic-strategy-as-empty-talk-ahead-of-national-dialogue/Tensions flared in Ghana’s political arena this week as President John Mahama’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) faced sharp criticism from opposition leaders, who accused his administration of prioritizing rhetoric over actionable solutions to revive the economy. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) escalated its attacks, with Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah declaring that the National […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/npp-dismisses-mahamas-economic-strategy-as-empty-talk-ahead-of-national-dialogue/

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5 d. ago ‘Ghana was on the path to economic recovery, Mahama can’t rewrite history,’ says Abena Osei

Former Minister of State at the Finance Abena Osei-Asare, has hit back at President John Mahama’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), accusing him of deliberately ignoring the economic recovery achieved under the previous NPP administration while pushing a narrative of economic collapse.

Politics

6 d. ago Mahama Pledges Economic Reset in 2025 State of the Nation Address

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-pledges-economic-reset-in-2025-state-of-the-nation-address/President John Dramani Mahama has vowed to steer Ghana out of what he described as an “unprecedented” economic crisis, using his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) of his second term to outline a recovery plan focused on growth and prosperity. Speaking before Parliament on February 27, 2025, Mahama framed his agenda as a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-pledges-economic-reset-in-2025-state-of-the-nation-address/

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6 d. ago Economy worse than Mahama presented, details will be revealed in budget – Dep. Finance Minister nominee

The Deputy Finance Minister nominee, Thomas Nyarko Ampem has stated that Ghana’s economic situation is far worse than what President John Mahama presented in his State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Politics

6 d. ago Mahama’s Economic Vision Meets Skepticism as Opposition Demands Action

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-economic-vision-meets-skepticism-as-opposition-demands-action/President John Mahama’s 2025 State of the Nation Address, intended to chart a path for Ghana’s economic recovery, faced sharp criticism from Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who accused the President of prioritizing grievances over solutions. In a fiery parliamentary rebuttal, Afenyo-Markin dismissed Mahama’s speech as “recycled lamentations” and challenged him to “fix problems, not just […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-economic-vision-meets-skepticism-as-opposition-demands-action/

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6 d. ago Mahama’s Economic Revival Pledge Earns Parliamentary Backing, Sparks Public Hope

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-economic-revival-pledge-earns-parliamentary-backing-sparks-public-hope/Ghana’s Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has hailed President John Mahama’s 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) as a beacon of hope for citizens grappling with a protracted economic crisis, pledging full parliamentary support for the administration’s recovery agenda. Speaking in Parliament after the President’s address, Ayariga underscored the gravity of Ghana’s fiscal challenges but […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-economic-revival-pledge-earns-parliamentary-backing-sparks-public-hope/

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6 d. ago Photos: President Mahama delivers State of the Nation Address

President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday, 27 Feb, 2025, presented his first State of the Nation’s Address to Parliament under his second term. The president delivered the presentation to mark the beginning of his economic resetting agenda. It was his first appearance in Parliament since he was sworn in as president of Ghana for a […]

Politics

6 d. ago Government to develop international standard Sports Policy – Prez Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has opened up on plans to develop a sports policy to guide the administration of sports in Ghana.  The President says his government will pay deliberate attention to funding the improvement of sporting infrastructure. Speaking at his first State of the Nation Address on Thursday, President Mahama also vowed to conduct […]

Politics

6 d. ago Good News for Michael Blackson and Co. – President Mahama Announces All Bondholders Will Be Paid in Full With No ‘Haircuts’

President John Dramani Mahama announced during his 2025 State of the Nation address (SONA) has announced an update to one of the most contentious decisions taken by the previous government in – the debt exchange program. Speaking during his SONA, the President called on bondholders to be calm because this government would honor all obligations ... Read more The post Good News for Michael Blackson and Co. – President Mahama Announces All Bondholders Will Be Paid in Full With No ‘Haircuts’ appeared first on GhanaCelebrities.Com.

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6 d. ago Gyimii Sei Aaa Na 4 Years Aba – Social Media Reacts to Video of NPP Minority Singing ‘Odi Dumsor Aba’ in Parliament During SONA

Parliament House was turned into a singing competition by the two caucuses earlier today after the delivery of President, John Dramani Mahama’s State of the Nation address. Following the President’s speech, the NDC caucus started singing the ’24 hour economy’ song to praise President Mahama. The NPP caucus, not to be outdone, also chimed in ... Read more The post Gyimii Sei Aaa Na 4 Years Aba – Social Media Reacts to Video of NPP Minority Singing ‘Odi Dumsor Aba’ in Parliament During SONA appeared first on GhanaCelebrities.Com.

Sport

6 d. ago If the president has any concerns, his duty is to fix it – Minority Leader

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has criticised President John Mahama’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), saying it was filled with lamentations rather than solutions.

Politics

6 d. ago There will be no secrecy regarding Black Stars’ expenditure – Mahama

President John Dramani has reiterated his commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in the management of Ghana’s national football teams. Speaking on the floor of parliament on Thursday’s state of the nation address, president Mahama signaled an end to the era of keeping the public in the dark over national team expenditure. ”Next month, the […]

Politics

6 d. ago Mahama Warns: Youth Unemployment Poses Major Threat to Ghana’s Security

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-warns-youth-unemployment-poses-major-threat-to-ghanas-security/In his State of the Nation Address delivered on Thursday, February 27, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama identified youth unemployment as the most pressing issue facing Ghana, warning that it has become a significant threat to national security. Speaking before Parliament, the President emphasized the urgency of addressing the crisis, which he said has left […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-warns-youth-unemployment-poses-major-threat-to-ghanas-security/

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