Our mission is to produce more of what we consume and create more jobs here at home.
Every import is an opportunity to ask: why can’t we make it in Ghana?
That is the promise of the NEW ECONOMY: Ghana producing. Ghanaians working. Prosperity growing!
Like all patriotic Ghanaians, I am deeply concerned about the recent report of a drug bust in another jurisdiction, the origin of which was traced to one of Ghana’s ports.
Clearly, these incidents could have only been occasioned by weak monitoring and inspection systems at our ports.
In Ghana, the body mandated to monitor, regulate, enforce and control the trafficking of narcotics is the Narcotics Contol Commission (NACOC). It is therefore intriguing, that the NACOC was completely removed from the list of Port Inspection Agencies by government in June 2018.
While it is unclear what may have informed that decision in 2018, it is clear that the said decision weakened NACOC’s port inspection function and denied them the ability to detect and prevent drug trafficking through the country’s port of entry and exit.
It is therefore refreshing to learn that President Mahama has directed that effective immediately, NACOC be restored to the list of Port Inspection Agencies and granted unfettered access to all entry and exit points; by air, land and sea.
As someone, who has closely worked with the Major General Maxwell Obuba Mantey-led NACOC in fighting gold-smuggling, I am confident that with the necessary support, the NACOC will succeed in stemming this tide.
I also understand that the President has directed that all scanners and personnel at our ports be changed, effective immediately.
I believe that these measures, if implemented effectively, will strengthen checks and control at our ports to forestall the reccurrence of these unfortunate incidents.
🚨 BREAKING: The New Ghana Social Justice Forum (NGSJF) has petitioned the Ghana Police Service to investigate the reported presence of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo in Ghana on November 30, 2021, amid questions over her participation in parliamentary proceedings and voting.
The group is asking police to verify relevant immigration, airport and travel records and investigate whether there is credible evidence of impersonation.
I commend the Ghana Navy for its dedicated service during its tour of duty, and I wish the Ghana Air Force well as it assumes this important responsibility.
No barrier must be allowed to prevent any of my beloved 2,269 BECE candidates from going to SHS.
My annual tradition ensures that we leave no student behind as we modestly create opportunities for local businesses and local carpenters.
Today, I formally assumed the stewardship of the Ministry of Defence.
I am deeply honoured by the confidence reposed in me by H.E. John Dramani Mahama and grateful for the opportunity to serve our nation in this capacity.
I thank my predecessor, Hon. Ato Forson, for his dedicated service and look forward to working with the leadership and staff of the Ministry to advance Ghana’s security and defence interests.
The work continues. 🇬🇭
Surrendering the Wheel!
The greatest mistake we can make in our walk with God is planning our future as if we own it. When we genuinely accept Christ, we don't just accept a Saviour -- we yield to His Lordship.
We are no longer the masters of our own lives; we belong to Him. Every decision, step, and direction should flow directly from the promptings of the Holy Spirit. On this earth, we are simply visitors living as servants under a loving King.
Stop managing what you were meant to surrender. Step back, listen to the Spirit, and let the Lord direct your next move.
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Another big win for Ghana.
Congratulations to Ghana's Dr. Sylvia Ama Adusu on her election as the first female African Judge of ITLOS.
She secured an impressive 130 votes from UN Member States.
I commend the Foreign Ministry's Candidatures Bureau, staff of our New York mission and other partners for the excellent execution.
With great pleasure, I convey my best wishes for her new role.