The suit, filed at the High Court, also names GhanaWeb Accra for republishing the alleged remarks made on April 28, 2026.

According to the Statement of Claim issued by counsel Daniel Martey Addo Esq., the plaintiff contends that the comments made by the Bono Regional Minister were “false, malicious, and defamatory.”

The statement attributed to the minister alleged that Mr. Annoh-Dompreh, during a cocoa farm visit, encouraged cocoa buyers to take government funds and use them to purchase cocoa in Côte d’Ivoire and bring it into Ghana, in order to make government look bad.

The minister also claimed that intelligence gathered by his office led to the interception of more than 100 bags of cocoa allegedly being smuggled into the country. He stated: “I tasked the security officers and brought in the COCOBOD anti-smuggling team. And thanks be to God, we have intercepted more than 100 bags of cocoa that were being transported from Côte d’Ivoire into Ghana.”

Mr. Annoh-Dompreh argues that the publication has seriously damaged his reputation and standing as a public servant and statesman.

The suit highlights his public service record, noting that he is serving his third term in Parliament, is the immediate past Majority Chief Whip, and currently chairs the Committee on Health, Labour and Social Affairs of the Pan-African Parliament for the West African Caucus.

As part of the reliefs sought, he is asking the court to declare the statements defamatory and award general damages of GH¢20 million.

He is also seeking aggravated and exemplary damages of GH¢10 million jointly and severally against the defendants, as well as an order compelling a retraction and an unqualified apology to be published with equal prominence on all platforms where the statements appeared.

The data suggests a politically charged equilibrium forming beneath the surface, one where traditional party loyalties remain intact, but the expanding electorate, particularly 2024 non-voters, introduces subtle but consequential shifts in momentum.

Baseline voter dynamics: party loyalty still decisive

According to the polls, among core party supporters, the numbers remain emphatically structured in favour of discipline and loyalty.

Within NPP-aligned voters who did not participate in the 2024 elections, Dr Bawumia maintains a commanding lead, securing 83% support, compared to just 8% for Asiedu Nketia.

On the NDC side, Asiedu Nketia dominates decisively with 74%, while Dr Bawumia attracts 10%, a figure Global Info Analytics describes as “symbolic rather than competitive”.

These figures reinforce a familiar electoral architecture: strong internal cohesion within both major parties, with minimal cross-party leakage at the core level.

The floating voter battleground: where the race tightens

The most consequential movement emerges within the floating voter segment, where political loyalty is fluid and electoral outcomes are often decided.

In this group:

• Asiedu Nketia: 38%
• Dr Bawumia: 36%
• Alan Kyerematen: 10%
• Nana Kwame Bediako: 8%
• Others: 8%

The margin, just 2 percentage points, places both frontrunners in a statistical near-deadlock, with neither establishing decisive dominance.

Analysts describe this bloc as the “strategic fulcrum” of the 2028 contest, where micro-shifts in perception, turnout, and campaign messaging could redefine the electoral balance.

Impact of 2024 non-voters: a subtle but strategic reshaping

When voters who abstained in the 2024 elections are incorporated into the analysis, the race takes on a more complex geometry.

In a direct Asiedu Nketia–Bawumia contest among this expanded electorate:

• Asiedu Nketia: 39%
• Dr Bawumia: 35%
• Alan Kyerematen: 10%
• Nana Kwame Bediako: 9%
• Others: 7%

This marks a marginal but symbolically important lead for Asiedu Nketia, suggesting that newly activated voters lean slightly towards the opposition in this matchup.

However, the advantage is narrow enough to remain within the margin of statistical volatility.

Without new voters, Bawumia maintains a structural edge

When 2024 non-voters are excluded, the underlying structure shifts in favour of the NPP candidate.

In that scenario, Dr Bawumia leads Asiedu Nketia among floating voters by approximately 5 percentage points, indicating that the inclusion of new voters compresses his advantage.

Among core party voters, the pattern remains unchanged: overwhelming dominance within respective political bases.

Strategic interpretation: a race of narrow margins and expanding uncertainty

The overarching insight from the GlobalInfo Analytics data is not dominance, but compression.

Asiedu Nketia’s performance suggests a candidate with strong mobilisation capacity within the NDC base and growing competitiveness among undecided voters. Dr Bawumia, meanwhile, retains structural strength within the NPP ecosystem but faces a narrowing differential when the electorate expands beyond traditional voters.

The research concludes that the entry of previously inactive voters does not destabilise the race in dramatic fashion, but it does tighten the margins at precisely the points where elections are decided.

In practical terms, the 2028 contest between Asiedu Nketia and Dr Bawumia is shaping into a finely balanced political equation, where loyalty defines the foundation, but turnout and persuasion among the floating electorate determine the final arithmetic.

As the electoral horizon slowly sharpens, the data offers a quiet but firm message: Ghana’s next presidential contest may not be won by sweeping waves, but by the delicate accumulation of marginal gains in an increasingly contested democratic marketplace.

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The March 2026 tracking survey indicates that Dr Forson would secure 55% of the vote in a multi-candidate contest, compared to 37% for Dr Bawumia, representing an 18-point lead.

The margin is wider than what was recorded in the 2024 general elections and also surpasses the performance of National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia.

Lead pollster Mussa Dankwah said the results point to the continued strength of the NDC among its core supporters.

He also noted that voting patterns among those who did not participate in the 2024 elections could further complicate the NPP’s prospects.

“The data reflects the NDC’s dominance with its core support, while absentee voter patterns present additional risks for the NPP beyond the headline numbers,” he said.

In a separate head-to-head scenario, Mr Asiedu Nketia also leads Dr Bawumia, polling 51% to 39%, giving him a 12-point advantage. However, that gap is narrower than Dr Forson’s lead in the same survey.

Overall, the findings suggest both leading NDC figures are currently ahead of the NPP’s expected flagbearer by what analysts describe as comfortable margins at this stage of the political cycle.

For context, President John Mahama defeated Dr Bawumia in the 2024 elections by 15 percentage points, winning 56% of the vote to Bawumia’s 41%. The latest projections suggest Dr Forson would exceed that margin if a similar contest were held today, while Mr Asiedu Nketia would come close but fall slightly short.

Other candidates in the 2024 race recorded minimal support in the simulation. Alan Kyerematen, running as an independent under the Movement for Change, polled 3% in the Forson scenario and 4% in the Asiedu Nketia matchup. Nana Kwame Bediako followed with 2% and 3% respectively.

The poll is part of Global Info Analytics’ ongoing national tracking series, which has consistently ranked Dr Forson and Mr Asiedu Nketia as strong contenders within the NDC, although the party is yet to open nominations for its 2028 primaries.

Dr Bawumia, who led the NPP in 2024, is widely expected to represent the party again in 2028.

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The aggrieved members are raising concerns over what they describe as irregularities in the recent vetting exercise, alleging that the process lacked transparency and fairness.

Speaking to Adom News at the party’s office in Bekwai during the presentation of the petition, the group, led by convener Francis Xavier Baah, said the vetting process was fraught with inconsistencies and procedural breaches that have undermined confidence in the outcome.

“Some aggrieved members who picked forms to contest for various positions at the polling station level but were disqualified are calling on regional and national executives to come down to Bekwai to intervene, else the party risks collapsing,” Mr Baah stated.

The group is also warning of possible protests if their concerns are not addressed.

“We will demonstrate against the party executives if nothing is heard from the regional or national leadership,” some of the aggrieved members added.

They are, therefore, urging party leadership to urgently step in to resolve the matter and restore trust among grassroots members in the constituency.

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In a notice issued on Monday, May 4, 2026, the Office of the Speaker called on Members of Parliament to reconvene for the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic.

The directive was issued in accordance with Order 58 of the Standing Orders of Parliament, which empowers the Speaker to summon the House.

Parliament has been on recess since March 27, 2026, when the First Meeting of the Second Session was adjourned sine die after eight weeks of sittings. During that period, the House held 32 sittings and passed several bills.

The break also coincided with the Easter season, giving MPs the opportunity to return to their constituencies.

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According to him, many farmers in Atebubu-Amantin, Kintampo North and South, parts of the Bono Region, and Afram Plains are struggling to sell their produce despite drastically reducing prices.

“The farmers are not demanding that maize should be sold at GHS1,200 or GHS1,300. Some are willing to sell at as low as GHS400, yet there are no buyers for their harvests. They are crying a lot, and you know the NDC’s support base is mainly in the rural communities,” he stated.

Speaking on the issue, Sanja Nanja said the worsening situation is discouraging many farmers from returning to their farms for the next planting season due to the heavy losses they continue to suffer.

He stressed that government must not ignore the frustrations of farmers, warning that rural communities form the backbone of the party’s support base.

The MP also questioned the status of funds allocated to purchase surplus food through the National Food Buffer Stock Company.

According to him, President John Dramani Mahama initially approved GH₵200 million to support the exercise, but later increased it to GH₵300 million after recognising the severity of the crisis.

“He increased the amount to GH₵300 million, so where is the money going? Farmers must feel the impact of the funds the President directed to be used to buy their produce,” he said.

Sanja Nanja noted that distress calls from constituencies are worrying, adding that many people are going through difficult times while expecting solutions from the government now in office.

He cautioned against attempts to conceal the challenges, insisting that failure to address them could eventually hurt the government politically.

“We should not cover up these problems, otherwise one day it will go badly against us,” he warned.

The MP further revealed that at public events, members of the opposition frequently mock them over national challenges, particularly the food glut situation and recurring power outages, commonly known as “dumsor.”

He therefore called for urgent intervention to restore confidence among farmers and the general public.

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According to him, the GH₵15 billion figure being circulated by the National Democratic Congress does not reflect the full picture and should be disregarded.

Speaking on Ekosii Sen on Asempa FM, Mr Oppong Nkrumah argued that a detailed reading of the central bank’s audited 2025 annual report reveals significantly higher losses.

He explained that the reported GH₵15.6 billion represents only the core operational loss, while additional losses captured under other comprehensive income bring the total to about GH₵34.9 billion.

“When you go into the accounts, the loss is nothing less than GH₵35 billion. The GH₵15 billion being quoted is only part of the story,” he stated.

He further alleged that the presentation of the lower figure is a political narrative intended to downplay the extent of the losses.

Mr Oppong Nkrumah maintained that a proper interpretation of the financial statements is necessary to understand the true state of the central bank’s finances, cautioning against what he described as the politicisation of economic data.

“Because they are manipulating the figures, those who don’t read carefully may remain unaware. They are playing politics with these numbers. In accounting, remember that your assets are not part of your stock in trade,” he added.

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According to him, the report was improperly handed over to the National Democratic Congress instead of being presented to Parliament through the appropriate legal process.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah explained that the established procedure requires the report to be submitted to the Finance Minister, who then reviews it and lays it before Parliament.

He argued that bypassing this process sets a dangerous precedent that could lead to the politicisation of the central bank.

“The official audited annual report for 2025 from the Bank of Ghana was given to the NDC to announce, instead of being presented to Parliament as required. Typically, the report is sent to the Finance Minister, who adds their comments and then submits it to Parliament. However, that process was not followed; instead, the report was handed directly to the NDC party.

“What they are doing is setting a precedent that will lead to the politicisation of the Bank of Ghana,” he stated.

Oppong Nkrumah further cautioned the leadership of the Bank of Ghana against allowing political influence to dictate how it complies with its legal obligations.

He described the development as a “blatant illegality” and insisted that such an occurrence should not be repeated.

“Are we supporting the bank’s independence and credibility, or are we undermining it? The governors should not allow the NDC party to dictate how they comply with the Bank of Ghana Act. This situation should never occur again, as it represents a blatant violation of established procedures,” he said.

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Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who finished third and fourth respectively in the 2023 presidential race, have both joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), raising the prospect of a joint ticket to challenge President Bola Tinubu.

They were previously in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), along with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who came second in the last election.

While this could be seen as a fragmentation of the opposition, supporters of Obi and Kwankwaso say it will give their alliance greater focus.

Both men are former governors and command significant grassroots followings.

Obi is hugely popular among young voters across the south, while Kwankwaso wields considerable influence in the north.

The move comes just nine months after Obi, Kwankwaso and Abubakar joined the ADC but that alliance quickly became mired in legal battles over party leadership – something Obi blamed on the government.

“The same Nigerian state and its agents that created unnecessary crises and hostility within the Labour Party that forced me to leave now appear to be finding their way into the ADC,” Obi said on Sunday.

He was the Labour Party candidate in the 2023 election.

Allies of President Tinubu have denied that they have been trying to sabotage opposition parties.

Obi, 64, and Kwankwaso, 69, were formally received at the NDC’s national headquarters in Abuja by the party’s national leader, Senator Seriake Dickson, on Sunday.

Speaking afterwards, both men called for national unity, greater opportunities for young people, and an end to the infighting that has plagued Nigeria’s opposition.

However, their decision risks upsetting allies within the coalition built around the ADC, which had been positioning itself as the main vehicle for opposition unity.

Some figures within the bloc have privately expressed a sense of betrayal, raising fresh doubts about whether Nigeria’s fragmented opposition can sustain a coordinated challenge against President Tinubu, 74.

In a statement, the Nigerian presidency played down the significance of the defections, suggesting they reflected “the normal fluidity of democratic politics” rather than any fundamental shift.

A presidential spokesperson said the government remained focused on governance.

“Political alliances will come and go,” the spokesperson said. “But our priority is delivering economic reforms, improving security and ensuring stability for all Nigerians.”

Tinubu is widely expected to seek a second term, although he has not yet confirmed it. His supporters recently paid the 100 million naira (£52,000; $73,000) fee needed for the form to contest the primary elections for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) party.

Political analyst Bala Yusuf told the BBC the move could reshape Nigeria’s electoral landscape.

“If the NDC fields Obi as its presidential candidate and Kwankwaso as vice-president, they will definitely give the ruling APC a run for their money at the polls,” he said.

They have not yet said who the presidential candidate will be – an issue that has broken up several previous Nigerian political alliances.

It remains to be seen how Abubakar will respond, given that he was a key figure who went to great lengths to bring opposition heavyweights into the ADC.

Meanwhile, the party’s leadership crisis continues to play out in the courts.

The Supreme Court last week ordered that the dispute over who runs the party be sent back to the Federal High Court for another hearing – a decision that further reduces the time available for the ADC to get its house in order before the election campaign begins in earnest.

Elections are scheduled for early January next year – they will be the country’s eighth since the end of military rule in 1999.

The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, led the tributes, extending condolences to constituents and the bereaved family.

In a message, Ablakwa described the late chairman as a “gallant” party stalwart, strategist, and devoted cadre who played a key role in securing several political victories within the constituency.

He noted that the late C.K. Akaho Tay worked closely with him and left behind a legacy of dedication and impactful leadership that will not be forgotten.

Ablakwa revealed that he had visited the family at Mepe, where he, together with the Volta Regional Minister, the Volta Regional Chairman of the NDC, members of the NDC Volta Chairmen’s Caucus, as well as constituency and branch executives, formally extended their condolences.

The delegation also signed a book of condolence in honour of the late party chairman.

He assured that the NDC would duly honour the memory of the late Akaho Tay, adding that funeral arrangements would be announced in due course.

The MP further stated that the thoughts and prayers of the party remain with the family and close associates during this difficult period.

Addressing a press conference in Parliament, led by Ranking Member on the Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Minority said its review of the Bank’s 136-page report confirms concerns it had long raised about the institution’s direction.

“We have come here not to gloat about the things we forewarned,” Mr Oppong Nkrumah said, “but to share with the Ghanaian people the numbers that the government wanted to hide and the worrying implications those numbers reveal.”

The caucus also took issue with an earlier briefing by the Majority, which sought to explain anticipated losses before the official accounts were released. The Minority described that move as improper and politically motivated, arguing that it undermines established procedures.

“What happened was not only irregular but a blatant attempt to politicise the Bank of Ghana and shape public opinion before the facts were known,” they said.

At the heart of their concerns is the claim that the central bank can no longer sustain its core monetary operations from its own income. The Minority argued that while the Bank reported operational income of GH¢22.2 billion against open market operation costs of GH¢16.7 billion, the figures are misleading because they include a one-off gain of GH¢9.6 billion from gold sales.

Removing that income, they say, leaves operational earnings at GH¢12.7 billion, creating a deficit of about GH¢4 billion.

“A central bank that needs to sell gold to avoid insolvency is operating on borrowed time,” Mr Oppong Nkrumah warned.

The caucus further disputed the widely reported GH¢15.6 billion loss, insisting the actual figure is much higher when all components are considered.

They pointed to an additional GH¢19.3 billion recorded under Other Comprehensive Income, pushing total losses to about GH¢34.9 billion, and argued that when adjusted for the gold sale proceeds, the underlying loss could reach GH¢44 billion.

“This is the figure they did not want Ghanaians to see,” the Minority said, accusing authorities of relying on accounting adjustments and asset sales to soften the headline loss.

They also raised concerns about the accounting standards used in preparing the financial statements, noting that the accounts were not fully aligned with International Financial Reporting Standards but rather based on the Bank’s internal policies.

According to them, this approach allowed significant losses, particularly those linked to foreign exchange revaluation, to be shifted into Other Comprehensive Income, thereby reducing the reported deficit.

The Minority said the latest figures mark a reversal of a recovery trend recorded in previous years, citing official data that showed losses declining from GH¢13.23 billion in 2023 to GH¢9.49 billion in 2024, before rising again to GH¢15.63 billion in 2025.

“The central bank was healing. Now it is deteriorating,” Mr Oppong Nkrumah stated.

They attributed the situation to policy decisions, including changes to the cash reserve ratio framework, foreign currency reserve requirements, and the gold purchase programme—moves they say have increased sterilisation costs and pushed interest payments to commercial banks above GH¢14 billion.

In what they described as a troubling development, the Minority argued that the Bank’s operations have effectively resulted in a transfer of public resources to private banks.

“This is not monetary policy; this is a wealth transfer from the public balance sheet to private balance sheets,” they said.

They added that the situation is having real consequences for the broader economy, including tight liquidity, weak private sector credit growth, rising living costs, youth unemployment, and mounting pressure on key sectors.

“Stability of numbers is not the same as stability of livelihoods,” Mr Oppong Nkrumah stressed.

The caucus also pointed to what it sees as a contradiction in earlier positions taken by the opposition, recalling past criticisms of the central bank over smaller losses.

“By their own standards, what should be said today?” they questioned.

Despite the strong criticism, the Minority said its goal is to push for urgent reforms rather than assign blame, adding that it will present policy alternatives aimed at restoring the Bank’s financial health and safeguarding its independence.

“There is no triumph in being right when your country is bleeding,” Mr Oppong Nkrumah said. “What matters now is that we act to prevent further damage.”

The debate is expected to intensify in the coming days as questions mount over the true state of the central bank and the long-term sustainability of current economic policies.

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The concerns follow intermittent electricity outages linked to a fire incident at a Ghana Grid Company facility near the Akosombo Dam, as well as ongoing transformer upgrade works in some areas.

Mr Adomako-Mensah argued that PURC, as the state agency responsible for protecting utility consumers, should have engaged the public and provided updates on the situation.

He further noted that the regulator had previously taken action against officials over similar power supply challenges and questioned why it had remained silent this time.

“I am surprised PURC is very quiet. This was the same PURC, which in 2024 sanctioned board members for failing to provide a timetable for a dysfunction causing disruption to the Ghanaian consumer,” he stated.

Speaking on Channel One TV on May 2, 2026, the lawmaker expressed concern over the continued absence of communication from the Commission despite widespread reports of electricity fluctuations across the country.

“There have been fluctuations all over, and I am surprised to date PURC has not released any statement. That is quite surprising,” he added, insisting that the regulator has a duty to keep consumers informed during periods of unstable power supply.

The group is asking the High Court to place an interlocutory injunction on the ongoing processes, including the vetting of aspirants and all activities leading to the conduct of the elections.

The plaintiffs Sam Nathaniel Andoh, Samuel Kwaw Blay, Musah Abdulai, Charlotte Ghansah, Francis Ntsiful, Eric Bonney, Juliana Eshun, and Memunatu Abubakar Saddick want the Court to place an interlocutory injunction on the vetting of aspirants and the conduct of polling station elections in the Constituency.

In the motion on notice, the applicants are praying the Court to prevent the NPP in the Region; Francis Ndede Siah, the Western Regional NPP Chairman; Benjamin Assabill, the Tarkwa-Nsuaem NPP Constituency Chairman; Fuseini Amadu, the Tarkwa-Nsuaem NPP Constituency Secretary; and Anthony Aidoo, the NPP Western Regional Representative for the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Constituency or their assigns or representatives

“From vetting or purporting to vet or continue to vet any candidate or aspirant or any person [and]from conducting, or purporting to conduct or holding or purporting to hold New Patriotic Party Polling Station Elections in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Constituency, Western Region, or doing any activity or procedure or process relating to or emanating from the organization of New Patriotic Party Polling Station Elections in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Constituency in the Western Region,” it read in part.

Their quest to put the elections on hold stems from their dissatisfaction with the processes being undertaken by the party, which they believe do not respect the party’s guidelines and are being manipulated to favour some particular persons.

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The meeting, held on May Day, gave Boakye Agyarko the opportunity to commend Dr Bawumia for what he described as his dedicated service to both the NPP and Ghana.

Discussions also centred on the future of the party and preparations toward the 2028 general elections.

During the engagement, Boakye Agyarko, accompanied by members of his campaign team, formally informed Dr Bawumia of his intention to embark on a nationwide tour in pursuit of his National Chairman ambition.

He also reaffirmed his support for the former Vice President and stressed the need for unity within the party to secure victory in the 2028 polls.

As part of his campaign activities, Boakye Agyarko is expected to begin his nationwide tour in the Ashanti Region next week, where he is anticipated to engage party executives, grassroots supporters and stakeholders on his vision for the NPP.

It cites delayed salaries, job losses and rising uncertainty across key sectors.

In a statement signed by Afigya Sekyere East MP, Mavis Nkansah-Boadu, to mark International Workers’ Day, the caucus said it stands “in solidarity with workers across Ghana” and urges urgent action to address mounting challenges.

The statement acknowledged the contributions of workers to national development, noting that “the strength of our economy, the stability of our communities, and the promise of our future are firmly anchored in the daily efforts of our workforce.”

However, it warned that the current situation paints a troubling picture. “It is deeply troubling that at a time when we ought to honour and support our workers, they are instead confronted with worsening hardship,” the caucus said.

It pointed to distress in the agricultural sector, stating that “cocoa farmers, who are the backbone of our agricultural exports, continue to grapple with declining and uncompetitive producer prices, eroding incomes and threatening livelihoods.”

The caucus also highlighted growing fears over employment stability.

“Across several sectors, there are growing concerns about mass dismissal of workers and job insecurity, leaving many families without stable sources of income and deepening economic uncertainty,” the statement said.

Concerns were raised equally about delays in public-sector payments.

“Teachers… have endured prolonged delays in salary payments and postings,” it noted, adding that “health professionals… have had to resort to protests simply to receive what is rightfully due to them.”

According to the Minority, these developments are having broader implications.

“These conditions are not only unjust; they undermine morale, productivity, and the very fabric of national development,” the statement stressed.

The caucus called for immediate policy intervention, urging authorities to “move beyond words of appreciation to meaningful action” and to “chart a just and equitable course” that protects jobs and ensures fair pay.

It also issued a strong rebuke of current labour conditions. “We therefore strongly condemn the continued unfair treatment of Ghanaian workers and call for its immediate cessation,” the statement said.

The Minority further appealed for unity among labour groups and stakeholders.

“We also urge all workers, unions, and stakeholders to remain united in defending the rights, dignity, and welfare of the labour force,” it added.

Reaffirming its position, the caucus said it remains committed to advocating for reforms aligned with the theme of this year’s observance, stressing the need for “a system that places people at the centre of development.”

Closing the statement, it paid tribute to workers across the country. “To every worker across the country, your efforts do not go unnoticed. Your sacrifices are the backbone of our nation,” it said, adding, “Ayekoo to all workers.”

The appeal comes as the party continues its vetting process for members seeking to occupy various constituency-level positions.

In Atiwa East, about 26 members were disqualified after it was established that they had supported an independent candidate in previous elections—an action deemed to be in violation of party regulations.

However, the affected individuals say they are remorseful and are pleading for forgiveness in the interest of unity and progress within the party.

One of the disqualified members, speaking on behalf of the group, appealed to Mahamudu Bawumia and the party’s national executives to consider their plea and allow them back into the party’s fold.

According to them, bringing all members on board will strengthen the party’s grassroots support and enhance its chances of securing victory in the 2028 elections.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Vetting Committee in the constituency, Perry Appiah, indicated that the vetting process has so far been smooth, with strong support from the Member of Parliament and local party executives.

He noted that the committee has not encountered major challenges in carrying out its mandate.

The development is ongoing efforts within the party to strike a balance between enforcing discipline and fostering reconciliation as it prepares for future political activities.

His comments come on the back of expectations that the Bank of Ghana will announce a loss of about GHS15.6 billion for the 2025 financial year.

Speaking on JoyFM’s Topstory, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah argued that the justification being offered by the majority that the losses are the result of measures to stabilise the economy and bring relief to Ghanaians, mirrors arguments they previously rejected when they were not in power.

According to him, the shift in posture exposes what he describes as inconsistency in governance.
“Yesterday’s whistleblowers have become today’s defenders. The cosmetics with which they’ve been managing things are beginning to wear off. And what is left now is government side that is defending the things that they complained about when they were in opposition,” he stated.

The debate over the central bank’s financial position has intensified in recent days, with the majority maintaining that the losses are a necessary cost of macroeconomic stabilisation efforts, particularly in the wake of recent economic challenges.

However, critics insist that the development raises questions about transparency, fiscal discipline, and accountability in the management of the country’s finances.

The anticipated announcement by the Bank of Ghana is expected to further fuel discussions on the broader state of the economy and the effectiveness of ongoing policy interventions.

The endorsement was announced by the group’s National Coordinator, Emmanuel Kofi Aguzey, during a press conference held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the Ashanti Region.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Aguzey highlighted Julius Debrah’s longstanding dedication and service to the nation, describing him as a hardworking and visionary leader.

He added that Mr. Debrah has consistently demonstrated humility, intelligence, and strong commitment to national development, making him, in their view, the right person to lead Ghana after President John Dramani Mahama.

“Julius Debrah has done a good job all these years. From President Mills’ tenure of office till now, he has been committed, selfless and hardworking. We believe that he has been chosen by God and if he is given the opportunity, he would continue the good work President Mahama has started,” he said.

The group, which champions youth participation in governance, also commended the current administration for its efforts to empower young people.

According to Mr. Aguzey, about 70% of the youth have been included in national development initiatives during the government’s first 16 months in office.

Her comment follows a recent violent incident at the Ejisu Municipal Assembly office, which she says occurred after she halted the alleged illegal sale of state land reportedly involving some Ejisu NDC executives.

Speaking on Nhyira FM’s ‘Kro Yi Nsem’ show on Thursday, April 30, Ms. Asante defended her decision to stop what she described as an attempted illegal takeover of state property by party executives, including Regional Women’s Organiser Gloria Huze.

“As MCE, it is my duty to ensure that all state properties under my jurisdiction are protected, as mandated,” she told the host, Barima Kofi Dawson-Akokoa.

She added that she will not allow anyone, regardless of political affiliation, to take the law into their own hands or seize government property.

Jerryne Asante described the attack as an act of sabotage intended to pressure the Presidency into dismissing her.

She insisted she will not be removed from office over the incident, as long as she continues to uphold the government’s “Resetting Agenda” and ensures proper governance practices.

“I am acting in line with the government’s agenda. I will not be sacked over this,” she stated.

She further cautioned some Ejisu NDC executives, warning that their actions could damage the party’s reputation and bring embarrassment to the government if not checked.

“Some Ejisu NDC executives justify their actions by claiming NPP executives also took over state land and warehouses when they were in power. But this is what the NPP did, and it led them into opposition. We must not repeat it,” she said.

The Ejisu MCE also dismissed claims that her recent hospital admission was linked to the alleged attack at her office.

While confirming she has been admitted, she clarified that her condition is not related to the incident.

“I have been admitted to hospital, but it is not related to the attack,” she added.

He said the right things and he exudes good intentions. 15 months later, the sense of optimism has dimmed considerably. But even in the midst of that optimism, those with wisdom were worried.

As a Professor emeritus of Legon told me, “Some of us were shocked by the warm reception of Traore of Burkina Faso and hence, concerned about what would happen if President Mahama’s “RESET” does not succeed.”

She urged the NPP to “get your house in order so that Ghanaians can see a viable alternative to the NDC ready to govern to improve national stability.” She was dead right.

On November 30th, 2025, the UN Security Council stated that “the Security situation of several countries in West Africa and the Sahel region continues to deteriorate significantly as terrorist groups continue to expand their influence and secure greater stronghold across the region.”

On February 14th, 2026, 7 Ghanaians traders were amongst the 20 people killed by militants in Titao, Northern Burkina Faso. The sucess of the reset depends, not just on socio-economic development but also, national security and stability.

Kay Cudjoe, in an open letter to President Mahama, stated reassuringly that, ” This is not a rejection of your leadership. It is a warning about what is happening around it.” Really, Kay? Can one disparage the soup of a fufu meal while praising the fufu? Kay went on to state that , “accountability is weakening”.

Was accountability ever strong under this reset? Perhaps, Kay’s message should have been addressed to the Speaker of Parliament, the Chief Justice, the heads of SOEs, anti-corruption bodies, the media, religious leaders, party leaders and the public. The President alone is not the government and the government alone does not our democracy make.

Perhaps, like a pretty maiden in love, we were too eager to believe the blandishments of the resetters. They were facing the same challenges that led to the failures of all our governments since independence and have led to our 17 trips to the IMF and our many revolutions.

No changes were made to the system and as we learned from Edward Deming, a bad system will beat good men nearly every time. State-owned enterprises were not reformed before new leaders were named to administer the old corrupt institutions.

The corruption infrastructure anchored in decades-old practices and taken to unseen heights by the Kyebi mafia was not dismantled or disturbed, despite the loud noises about ORAL.

The National Economic Forum just repeated speeches delivered years earlier at Senchi and glaringly failed to grapple with corruption or the role of the Diaspora in our development.

No bold FATWAs were declared against CRONYISM, NEPOTISM and TRIBALISM. — Galamsey, that had been a defining issue of the 2024 campaign just hesitated for a moment and then, despite the new initiatives and policies, resumed its destruction of our forests and pollution of our rivers.

Sadly, it seems that the President and the “few good men” he had with him showed up to a gun fight with knives and the outcome has never been in doubt. French philosopher Monet once said, “Nothing is possible without MEN but nothing is lasting without INSTITUTIONS.”

Sadly, we have what 2024 Nobel laureates in Economics Daron Acemoglu and James Robinson described as EXTRACTIVE ECONOMIC INSTITUTIONS, which are designed ” to extract incomes and wealth from one subset of society to benefit a different subset”.

We should be focusing our collective efforts on building and strengthening INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC and POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS that truly have the elements of the free enterprise system that we pay lip service to.

That is why despite the noise, the galamsey machinery keeps running smoothly while the emergency the President supported as a candidate has not been declared and NDC operatives are boldly attacking religious leaders for daring to complain about galamsey.

As Acemoglu and Robinson demonstrate in their book, “WHY NATIONS FAIL”, even when the right policies are put in place, they are deliberately subverted and that is why we have been to the IMF 17 times with the same problems.

To turn to the judicial system, it is unacceptable that despite all the ORAL noises, more fowl and cassava thieves have been jailed than political thieves under this reset while the public tribunals remain on the drawing board and the Attorney General seeks to weaken the Special Prosecutor.

Why would Anthony Yeboah tackle Abedi Pele when the latter has the ball and is trying to score for Ghana? Is this “aboro” or “bayie”? As Jeremiah 5:28 makes clear, ” They do not judge with justice the cause of the orphan to make it prosper and they do not defend the rights of the needy.”

As the President rightly told an NDC ignoramus, ” I am not in charge of Parliament “. With such a healthy majority and an experienced Speaker, Parliament could help the President and Ghana with some vigorous and fearless executive oversight.

And when they demand the removal of some non-performing executive officer, unlike the NPP, they should stand their ground! And a Judicial Reform bill that would put our justice system on a modern, fast, responsive footing is long overdue.

To return to the President briefly, I have some friendly and patriotic advice. Mr. President, your intentions are good but Presidencies are not judged by intentions and words. They are judged by bold decisive actions. Sir, END GALAMSEY OOO TOM!!! Enforce ACCOUNTABILITY!! Heads should have rolled when the youth died at El-Wak.

Since you admitted that some NDC officials are involved in the galamsey you are fighting, some heads should have rolled. Sir fight Nepotism, Cronyism and Tribalism with vigour.

Nepotism was the most despicable aspect of the Akufo-Addo led government and though the Kyebi Mafia has left town, other mafia persist and other, more powerful mafiasos have joined them.

As for the tribalism, I am told that under your government some are insisting that heads of Universities and Teaching hospitals must hail from the local area and getting their way!

The idea that some day, only Ganyobi can lead Korle-bu and Legon and only Ashantis can lead KNUST etc undermines our national character! Stop it. Next, lead a clean-up of our political parties.

They are the ultimate source of corruption in our public space. What happened in the NPP Presidential primary and the NDC primary that produced Baba Jamal was a disgrace to Ghana.

It seems neither the NDC that won 2024 nor the NPP that lost have changed one bit. The question, Sir, is whether your reset is about managing our decline or about leading Ghana to a better place. Let the media follow Joyfm, the 4th estate and the few standing for Ghana and let the Asofo speak truth to power, fearlessly.

As for the rest of us, let our actions match our words. Let’s stand with good people. This week, Professor Frimpong Boateng was in court, to deal with lawsuits from his anti-Galamsey work and report, unlike his colleagues who looked the other way or participated in it.

Pray for him, and when you see him, thank him for being a patriot. May God help our reset. May God bless Ghana.

Speaking on Badwam on Adom TV, he argued that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has not demonstrated improvement despite eight years in opposition.

According to him, after spending eight years out of power, former President John Dramani Mahama should have gained valuable lessons on managing energy challenges.

“For eight years in opposition, he should have learned something, but he hasn’t,” he said.

Mr Glover further claimed that power outages have historically been associated with the NDC, insisting that the issue remains a recurring feature under the party.

He contrasted the current situation with what he described as relatively stable power supply during the tenure of former President Nana Akufo-Addo, noting that challenges during that period were minimal.

He maintained that the present difficulties highlight a lack of progress in addressing longstanding energy concerns.

Speaking on Ekosii Sen on Asempa FM, Mr Aboagye questioned why power outages, commonly referred to as dumsor, tend to resurface under NDC administrations.

According to him, claims that the opposition New Patriotic Party failed to invest in the energy sector are inaccurate, insisting that about 1,600 megawatts of power were added to the national grid during the party’s time in office.

He further alleged that the current government has been overwhelmed since assuming office, a situation he says is affecting multiple aspects of national life.

“This government has been overwhelmed from day one, and it is beginning to reflect in every aspect of Ghanaian life,” he stated.

Mr Aboagye also criticised what he described as attempts by the government to shift blame onto the opposition instead of addressing the core issues in the energy sector.

“Our problem with energy has always been generation. The question Ghanaians should ask is whether this government has taken the time to find solutions,” he said.

He claimed that the country has experienced persistent power challenges for several months, with outages occurring multiple times a day in some areas, affecting businesses and livelihoods.

“You can’t do politics with electricity. People are losing money, so the government must fix the problem,” he added.

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Speaking in an interview on Star FM Ghana, he claimed that the activist is being represented by Oliver Barker-Vormawor, whom he described as “a known NDC lawyer” with ties to government.

“I don’t want to glorify him because he’s just a tip of the iceberg. The bigger people who are behind him and doing all these things, the government machinery, and I have all, and I have cause to believe so. When my lawyers wrote to him to retract what he wrote back, represented by a known lawyer, a lawyer that is a known NDC member, a lawyer that is visibly a key member of the government’s delegation to the recent United Nations General Assembly that forcefully sponsored the resolution of the passage of the reparation resolution. We saw the more key parts of that delegation, key part of government delegation that represented Ghana, the government, at UN in the full company of the president,” he said.

He further linked the situation to Ghana’s participation at the United Nations General Assembly, suggesting that developments following the trip influenced the government’s stance on LGBTQ+ issues.

“And you remember it was just this UN trip which returned brought about the government’s sudden U-turn on LGBT matters. And so there’s a lot. That is your suspicion. There’s no suspicion. I mean, it is clear. When Angel Maxine started going on his madness on this matter, it was Jubilee House presidential staffers who started promoting this matter. How many sponsors are championing the bill? Ten. So why didn’t they attack everybody championing the bill? Why did they single out one person? Why did they single out the pastor among them? Why did they single out the NPP among them? Because an NDC lawyer is the one defending NDC key member of government delegation and is visibly accompanying President Mahama at the UN General Assembly.”

The lawmaker questioned why only certain individuals backing the bill were targeted, arguing that political motivations may be at play.

“And these are the agencies that support these things. So is it a coincidence that they go for United Nations General Assembly?”

He also criticised what he described as a shift in government priorities after the UN engagement.

“And right from that General Assembly that he was visibly accompanying the president, they come back. The president holds an engagement with CSOs and says that the LGBT matter that has been on the front burner for years now, which became his major campaign message in the run-up to the election, is no longer a priority because of basic needs—basic needs that did not arise yesterday, basic needs which were not absent at the time he promised in opposition that this bill was a priority and was going to pass it, suddenly taking a U-turn from the bill. Is it a coincidence?”

Speaking in an interview on Adom TV’s Badwam with Akwasi Nsiah, Mr Gyan-Mensah said the Ministry of Energy and government are committed to addressing the current power challenges facing the country.

According to him, the planned expansion in power generation is expected to improve electricity supply not only in Accra but also in Kumasi, the Volta Region and other parts of the country experiencing transmission challenges.

“We are looking at expanding generation capacity, and places like Kumasi and the Volta Region are areas of concern when it comes to transmission challenges,” he said.

The Deputy Minister also disclosed that government has advertised a 200-megawatt solar power project, which is currently going through a bidding process.

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“We have done the advertisement for 200 megawatts of solar power and people are bidding. These negotiations are important,” he stated.

Mr Gyan-Mensah explained that government is introducing a more competitive and transparent procurement process for future power agreements.

“In the past, ECG alone could go and negotiate with Independent Power Producers, but this time around we have to go through a competitive procurement process and the necessary procedures before agreements are concluded,” he said.

He noted that the additional power generation projects form part of measures being implemented by government to strengthen the country’s energy sector and improve supply reliability.

The Deputy Minister assured Ghanaians that more power generation capacity would be added to the national grid by next year.

He said government is concerned about recent power outages being experienced in Accra, Kumasi and other parts of the country.

Responding to questions on whether government intends to sign new power supply agreements, Mr Gyan-Mensah said the growing demand for electricity makes it necessary to increase generation and improve supply capacity.

He further stressed that future power purchase agreements would not be left solely to institutions such as the Volta River Authority (VRA) or the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

“We want to ensure that any additional power we bring onboard will be cheaper than what we had in the past, and the negotiations we are doing now are aimed at getting more competitive, cheaper prices,” he added.

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He said measures introduced within the government’s first year in office had stabilised the economy and reduced the impact of external shocks, particularly those linked to heightened global tensions.

Mr Nketia made the remarks during the party’s thank-you tour of the Upper East Region.

He, however, warned that ongoing tensions in the Middle East could negatively affect Ghana’s economy if they persist, especially through rising global oil prices.

Mr Asiedu Nketia expressed optimism that sound economic policies implemented by President John Dramani Mahama had helped stabilise the local currency and cushion the effects of external shocks.

“If this war does not stop and prolongs, we may get to a point where our gains will be eroded, but because of the prudent measures taken within this first year, we are able to manage the situation,” he said.

He explained that although crude oil prices on the international market had increased significantly, the relative stability of the Ghana cedi against the US dollar had prevented a sharp rise in domestic fuel prices.

According to him, if the cedi had remained weak at around GH¢17 to the dollar, as he claimed the previous administration left it, Ghanaians would have been paying far more for fuel.

“If the dollar were still around GH¢17 and you multiply it by the current international oil price of about $100, we would not be able to breathe. Fuel prices would have been extremely high,” he stated.

He added that the government’s success in stabilising the exchange rate had helped moderate the effect of global price hikes, making fuel costs more manageable for citizens.

Mr Asiedu Nketia further revealed that the government had been compelled to suspend a planned GH¢1 fuel levy intended to help clear energy-sector debts because of current global economic pressures.

He warned that suspending the levy could lead to continued accumulation of energy-sector debts, but stressed that the decision was necessary to ease the burden on Ghanaians.

“We had to suspend the levy because of the high prices. That means the debt will continue to accumulate, but we cannot allow the burden on the people to worsen,” he explained.

The NDC Chairman called on Ghanaians to remain hopeful and prayerful, urging a resolution to global conflicts to help stabilise economies worldwide and sustain Ghana’s recovery efforts.

He emphasised that continued prudent management of the economy would be key to protecting the gains made so far and ensuring long-term stability.

Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express, he framed the controversy as part of a wider national concern about what he described as a growing “politics of insult.”

“We must have a broader conversation about politics of insult, because that’s what this is about, attacking and disrespecting someone simply because they’re expressing their views,” he said.

His comments follow an emotional public apology by the Chief of Staff, which Mr Ahiagbah said signalled the seriousness of the matter at the highest level of government.

“To the extent that the Chief of Staff himself will have to take the mic, and apologise for this in front of the President… it demonstrates how all of us Ghanaians reject the politics of insult,” he noted.

While acknowledging the apology, Mr Ahiagbah insisted it should not mark the end of the matter. Instead, he argued that stronger action is needed to deter similar future conduct.

“The next step, respectfully, I’ll appeal to the Chief of staff… is for him to consider removing [her] from a post. That is the only way we can mark this moment and say that never again will we degenerate our conversation,” he said.

According to him, the issue goes beyond individual conduct and strikes at the core of citizens’ constitutional rights to freely express their views without intimidation.

“…especially when it involves a citizen who has every right protected by this constitution to express their views on national issues, for a political operative to intimidate them… I think that recklessness must be marked,” he added.

Mr Ahiagbah stressed the importance of consequences in shaping public behaviour, warning that failure to act decisively could embolden similar actions in the future.

“There was a point in time when Ghana… rejected a certain behaviour, and somebody suffered for it. And so if I’m considering doing that tomorrow, I should know the consequences,” he said.

He further commended the Chief of Staff’s apology as unexpected but significant, describing it as reflective of his “person and his belief system.” However, he maintained that the situation requires more than remorse.

“At this point, the next necessary step he must take is to have Madam Mary Awuse removed… That will be instructive. That will be telling all Ghanaians loud and clear that the political class appreciates input from all citizens,” he argued.

Mr Ahiagbah concluded by underscoring that democratic participation must be protected regardless of status or background.

“It doesn’t matter if they are Chief Priests… or they are the bishop… but they are, first of all, a citizen whose voice must not be silenced,” he said.

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Her comments come after the Jerryne Asante alleged that she was attacked on Monday, April 27, 2026, by some constituency executives of the National Democratic Congress (National Democratic Congress), following tensions over a warehouse issue at the Ejisu Municipal Assembly.

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Madam Huze insisted that there is “no truth” in the allegations and insisted the situation has been misrepresented.

“The truth is just one, whatever she is claiming, there is no truth in it,” she said.

She explained that the controversy relates to a Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) warehouse in Ejisu, where some party executives allegedly moved sacks that were going waste in order to clear the facility for storage purposes.

According to her, the executives cleaned the warehouse and later intended to use parts of it for development-related items, including youth employment and school feeding materials.

“We realised there were sacks going waste, so some executives went there to clean the place and move them out. We were only trying to make the place usable,” she explained.

Madam Huze further claimed that the MCE was aware of the arrangement, stating that the warehouse has multiple compartments.

“She knew about it because the warehouse has five sections. When we were cleaning, she insisted she wanted part of it for youth employment and school feeding items, so she was allocated two portions, while we took three,” she said.

She added that tensions began when she was informed that the MCE had allegedly brought police officers to lock up the warehouse.

“I drove there to confirm. When I arrived, I checked our portions and everything was intact,” she stated.

According to her, the situation escalated when officials later told her to vacate the premises.

“They said the Assembly was taking over the warehouse and that I should remove the items. I told them the items are government property and I would not allow them to be taken out. That is how the misunderstanding started,” she explained.

Madam Huze stressed that she did not directly confront the MCE during the incident.

“I was not even confronting the MCE. I was speaking with the former constituency chairman, Yaw Agyarko. She was in her car at the time,” she clarified.

She insisted that claims of an attack on the MCE are inaccurate.

“I was surprised when I heard I had attacked her. She was not even part of the confrontation. It was an argument with others, not her,” she added.

The incident has since sparked tension in Ejisu, with reports indicating that the dispute centers on control and use of the COCOBOD warehouse within the municipality.

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Speaking on JoyNews’s AM Show, he expressed surprise at what he described as attempts by the party to politicise the situation.

According to him, based on the party’s record in government, the NPP should be the last to speak on issues relating to power supply.

“When you check the data, they are the last people who should be talking about this issue,” he said.

Mr Baidoo argued that the power challenges being experienced in places like Kumasi are not new, insisting that such issues existed during the NPP’s eight years in office.

He questioned what interventions were made during that period, especially given the strong electoral support the party received from the area.

He further maintained that if the problems had been resolved previously, the current administration would not have inherited them.

Mr Baidoo added that it is unrealistic to expect the present government to fix within a short period what he claims was not addressed over eight years.

Her comments come after the MCE, Jerryne Asante was reportedly involved in a confrontation on Monday, April 27, 2026, over allegations surrounding a warehouse break-in involving some constituency executives of the National Democratic Congress (National Democratic Congress).

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Madam Huze insisted she had reported the MCE’s conduct to the police, describing her actions as “not good.”

“I told the police that the way the MCE is behaving is not good,” she said.

She alleged that since assuming office, the MCE has had repeated clashes with party executives in the constituency.

“Since she became MCE, she has fought with all party executives, including me, the regional women’s organiser in your constituency,” she stated.

Madam Huze further stressed her long-standing political involvement in Ejisu, stressing that she is not a minor figure in the constituency.

“I have been former constituency women’s organiser, parliamentary candidate here in Ejisu, and I served as women’s organiser from 2000 to 2014. So I am not a small person in Ejisu to be treated like this,” she said.

She also alleged that the MCE previously demolished a wall she had built on her plot of land near the railway area for her business.

“I had a plot at the railway, and I built a wall around it to do oil business. The MCE came to destroy the wall and demolished it,” she claimed.

According to her, even after rebuilding the structure, it was allegedly destroyed again.

“I did the wall again, and she still came back to destroy it. So I told the police that she is doing all that because of her personal interest,” she added.

The controversy comes after a viral video showed a heated exchange between alleged NDC executives and police officers inside the MCE’s office.

Madam Huze, who also serves as Ashanti Regional Coordinator of the Ghana School Feeding Programme, was seen in the video during the confrontation.

The incident has heightened tensions in Ejisu, with conflicting accounts emerging over the cause of the dispute involving the warehouse and municipal authorities.

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Her comments come after tensions over a disputed land matter in the Ejisu Municipality involving the MCE, Jerryne Asante.

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Madam Huze argued that while the MCE has jurisdiction over the municipality, she is not a representative of the Krapa stool lands.

“The Municipal Chief Executive is responsible for Ejisu, but not a representative for Krapa stool lands,” she said.

She explained that land matters involving stool lands should ordinarily be handled through traditional authorities and not solely by the MCE.

“When it comes to land issues, the MCE is not a representative. She is MCE for Ejisu, not Krapa hene,” she stated.

Madam Huze questioned why, if complaints were made to the MCE by chiefs, she was not contacted directly before any action was taken.

“If indeed the chiefs went to complain that I have taken their lands, what prevented the MCE from calling me to discuss it? Why go behind me to destroy my property?” she asked.

She further argued that as a regional party executive, she should have been engaged directly if there were any issues concerning her activities.

“If she is a good leader, she could have called me to inform me about any development. I have not challenged any chief over that land,” she added.

Madam Huze also questioned why the matter was not formally reported to the police if there were allegations of wrongdoing.

“If I had chased chiefs from the land with guns, why didn’t they report it to the police instead of going to the MCE?” she queried.

Her remarks follow ongoing tensions in Ejisu over alleged disputes involving a warehouse and land use, which have sparked conflicting accounts between local political actors and municipal authorities.

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Speaking on UTV Ghana in Accra, he acknowledged that the current situation is challenging but urged the public to remain understanding.

“The current power outages are not good news, but we should bear with the government,” he said.

According to him, the outages are largely due to overloaded transformers, which are currently being replaced—an exercise that requires temporary power shutdowns.

He explained that the high voltage levels in some areas make it necessary to switch off power during maintenance to prevent further damage.

Mr Anim Piesie noted that the situation is partly a result of longstanding issues within the energy sector, including past planning and management challenges, as well as concerns related to the Akosombo Dam.

He, however, commended the government’s efforts, stating that progress is being made, including the restoration of four turbines, some of which involve modern technology.

While acknowledging the difficulties caused by the outages, he cautioned against excessive blame, urging stakeholders to focus on solutions..

Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, the MCE claimed the alleged actions stem from dissatisfaction over her appointment, insisting that Madam Huze had wanted her brother to be named MCE instead.

“It is all because she wanted her brother to be MCE but he wasn’t appointed, so she has vowed to use every means possible to frustrate me until I leave office,” she alleged.

Madam Asante further accused Madam Huze of repeatedly undermining her authority and inciting party members against her.

“She has been to my office to insult and harass me, vowing to lead a demonstration against me because they say they don’t want me,” she said.

According to the MCE, the situation has escalated into what she describes as deliberate attempts to destabilise the local administration, including calls for the removal of key officials.

“She will be inciting people against me, demanding the removal of the Presiding Member and the Coordinating Director,” she claimed.

She also cited an incident in which rubbish was allegedly dumped in the middle of a road in Ejisu, an act she believes was politically motivated to tarnish her image.

“They called me out and even attached President John Dramani Mahama’s name, saying sanitation in Ejisu is bad. I ensured those involved were arrested, yet the same people accuse me of giving the party a bad name,” she stated.

The MCE further alleged misconduct relating to the handling of state resources, questioning attempts to take over facilities without due process.

“If you need a warehouse, I can help you get one. But you don’t take the law into your own hands. What is my crime in protecting state properties?” she asked.

She also rejected claims that she was behind the destruction that occurred during a recent invasion of her office. “You invade my office, destroy property, and then turn around to accuse me of doing it myself,” she said.

Despite the tensions, Madam Asante called for calm among party supporters, urging patience and unity. “The government cannot give all of us what we want at the same time,” she noted.

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Speaking on Badwam TV on Adom TV, he described the allegations as false and an attempt to divert public attention.

According to him, suggestions that people from the camp of Mahamudu Bawumia intend to punish MPs who supported Kennedy Agyapong are baseless.

“It is never true. That is just a way of shifting attention,” he said.

Mr Nartey stressed that the party remains united and will support all its Members of Parliament, regardless of who they backed during the internal elections.

He explained that when the time comes for parliamentary primaries, all sitting MPs will be given the opportunity to contest, with the party rallying behind them.

He emphasized that the NPP’s focus is on building a strong party rather than promoting individual interests.

“We are building a party, not individuals,” he added.

Speaking on Badwam TV on Adom TV, he noted that unreliable electricity supply is now affecting individuals who rely on electric cars and motorbikes.

According to him, some electric vehicle owners have been forced to resort to alternative charging options, including power banks, due to the inability to access stable electricity.

“People who own electric cars and motors are now buying power banks to charge them because there’s no light where they are supposed to charge,” he said.

Mr Nartey explained that the situation reflects the broader impact of power outages on daily life and innovation, stressing that consistent electricity supply is essential to support modern systems and technologies.

“Even electric vehicle users are now struggling because of the power outages,” he added.

Speaking on Badwam TV on Adom TV, he noted that energy consumption has significantly increased over the years due to changing lifestyles.

Citing his constituency, Akrofuom, as an example, he explained that about two decades ago, very few households used air conditioners.

According to him, the situation has changed drastically today, with more homes now relying on air conditioners than fans.

“Twenty years ago, no house in my constituency was using air condition, but today more houses are using ACs than fans,” he said.

Mr Azumah added that the widespread use of modern electrical appliances is placing a heavy burden on the country’s energy system.

He indicated that the surge in demand must be taken into account when addressing the current power challenges.

In an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Madam Asante identified her alleged attackers as the Ashanti Regional NDC Women’s Organiser, Gloria Huze, the Ejisu Constituency Chairman, the Organiser, and the Youth Organiser.

The MCE claimed the four individuals attacked her unprovoked on Monday, April 27, 2026, over an alleged warehouse break-in involving party executives.

“These constituency executives were the same people who led the youth to lock down the NHIA office. They all wanted the MCE position and didn’t get it, so they have vowed to frustrate me. They have leased out some lands to people and were even summoned to the palace. Their argument was that the NPP did it while in power and they will also do it,” she claimed.

Madam Asante, while condemning the incident, cautioned against division in the municipality and within the party, stating that this is not the first time an MCE’s efforts have been frustrated.

“It is important for us to reach a consensus with the chiefs because they are the custodians of the and even if they need a parcel of land for something, they have to involve me to ensure calm and order at all levels.

“They always create confusion and cause apathy among party members. They fight every MCE appointed in the area but I have decided not to pay attention to anything they are doing to ensure peace,” she added.

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Speaking on Badwam TV on Adom TV, he noted that electricity remains a critical national asset that supports businesses and improves the quality of life of citizens.

According to him, no government would intentionally create a situation that undermines such an important sector.

“It is not the wish of any government to create challenges for its citizens through power outages,” he said.

Mr Twum-Barimah explained that the power sector relies heavily on machinery, which is prone to faults and requires maintenance, leading to occasional disruptions.

He added that some of the challenges are also caused by human negligence or recklessness within the system.

He, however, acknowledged that power outages have real consequences for individuals and businesses, stressing the need to address the underlying issues.

The unrest follows the widespread disqualification of applicants seeking to contest as polling station executives during the ongoing vetting process. Affected members describe the exercise as deeply flawed, alleging that the reasons cited for their disqualification are arbitrary, unjustified, and designed to favour a single political interest within the constituency.

Among the grounds reportedly used to disqualify aspirants are claims of being seen dancing to music associated with the opposition National Democratic Congress (National Democratic Congress), operating businesses near NDC-branded posters, engaging in disagreements with fellow party members, or backing parliamentary hopefuls not aligned with individuals perceived to control the vetting process.

One frustrated party member recounted her ordeal, stating that although she had previously supported an independent candidate in the 2020 elections out of dissatisfaction, she fully rejoined and actively supported the party in 2024. She cited her role in mobilising members during a visit by Samira Bawumia to Tarkwa as evidence of her commitment. “How can you now turn around and say I am not a member of the party?” she questioned.

The situation at various polling centres has reportedly been tense, with incidents of heated confrontations, verbal exchanges, and even the invoking of curses and religious oaths during proceedings. Some aspirants have also alleged document tampering, claiming their submitted forms were altered and signatures manipulated to justify disqualification.

In a further twist, several individuals who purchased nomination forms say they have been denied the opportunity to undergo vetting altogether, with officials claiming their documents cannot be traced. Critics argue this raises serious concerns about transparency and fairness in the process.

The controversy has been compounded by allegations that the vetting process was not properly publicised, with invitations issued selectively rather than through open and transparent channels. Additionally, there are claims that the composition of vetting committees has been inconsistent, with some electoral area coordinators—who are not officially mandated—participating and allegedly influencing decisions on who gets disqualified.

Multiple petitions have reportedly been submitted to both regional and national party executives regarding the conduct and composition of the vetting committees. However, the aggrieved members say there has been a worrying lack of response and decisive intervention.

The discontent is further fueled by memories of the party’s recent electoral setback in the constituency, where the NPP lost the parliamentary seat for the first time since 1996, with a margin of nearly 16,000 votes. Many believe the current developments signal a failure to learn from past divisions and internal conflicts that contributed to that defeat.

Angry supporters warn that if the national leadership fails to act swiftly, they will either withdraw completely from party activities or mobilise support for independent candidates in future elections. “If you don’t want us in the party, then don’t come to us after primaries to preach unity,” one group declared.

Mr. Moses, a party member from the Agona Electoral Area, expressed deep frustration: “We have not learnt any lessons. We seem comfortable with defeat and not interested in rebuilding the party.”

Meanwhile, internal party communication platforms have been flooded with voice notes and messages expressing outrage and demanding urgent intervention to prevent what many describe as the monopolisation of the party’s structures by a single individual or faction.

As tensions continue to escalate, political observers say the situation in Tarkwa-Nsuaem poses a serious test for the NPP’s national leadership, with the potential to either restore confidence through swift action or deepen divisions that could have lasting electoral consequences.

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A senior member of the Regional Security Council (REGSEC) confirmed to JoyNews that the decision was taken after consultations over the deteriorating security situation, particularly after a violent incident in Binduri, where unknown assailants reportedly attacked a military escort convoy.

The cancellation affects the two-day tour, which was scheduled to begin on April 29 with visits to Yagaba, Walewale, and Nalerigu, before continuing on April 30 to Bunkpurugu, Yunyoo, and Chereponi.

According to the source, security agencies advised against proceeding with the visit as a precautionary measure to safeguard the NDC National Chairman, party supporters and the general public.

“Anytime there are disturbances, there are spillover effects. To be safe, we have decided to avoid the trip and focus on finding a lasting solution to these issues,” the source disclosed.

“We cannot downplay the situation, but there are other equally important engagements.”

The “Thank You Tour” forms part of Mr Asiedu Nketiah’s post-election outreach activities aimed at appreciating party supporters across the region for their commitment and contributions.

The sudden suspension has reportedly disappointed many party supporters who had prepared to welcome the Chairman across the six constituencies.

The Bawku area has remained volatile in recent times due to recurring violence, with the latest attack on military personnel further escalating tensions and prompting heightened security measures across parts of the North East and Upper East corridors.

As of now, the NDC leadership has yet to officially announce new dates for the regional tour. Residents and party supporters have been urged to remain calm as authorities continue to monitor the security situation.

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Speaking on the AM Show on JoyNews, he explained that the term “dumsor” historically referred to prolonged and predictable power cuts.

According to him, during the period widely described as dumsor, electricity outages were often scheduled and, in some cases, lasted for several days.

“We cannot describe this situation as dumsor because dumsor was when you could predict outages and sometimes stay without light for two or three days,” he said.

Mr. Adorye noted that the current outages are largely linked to maintenance works, particularly the replacement of weak and overloaded transformers.

He explained that in such situations, power must be temporarily switched off to allow for the necessary upgrades to be carried out.

He expressed support for the ongoing efforts, stating that the maintenance works are necessary to improve the stability of the power supply.

Speaking on Accra-based UTV, he alleged that since the levy was approved by the Parliament of Ghana, there has been no proper accountability to lawmakers or the public.

According to him, a significant portion of revenue from fuel purchases is being collected under the levy, yet details on how the funds are being managed remain unclear.

“When you buy fuel worth GH¢1,000, about GH¢83 goes to the government, and they have not accounted for it,” he claimed.

Mr. Awuku further questioned where the funds are being kept and who is responsible for managing them, stating that no official report has been presented to Parliament since the levy was introduced.

He maintained that the government has been collecting the funds without transparency, describing the situation as a failure of accountability.

Addressing party supporters and residents in the Bolgatanga East Constituency as part of his ongoing nationwide “Thank You” tour, he expressed concern about the timing and frequency of the fires.

“We must investigate every fire outbreak that happens in any state institution to rule out sabotage,” he stated.

Mr Asiedu Nketia drew parallels with similar incidents recorded in 2000 and 2016, suggesting what he described as a recurring pattern that requires urgent national attention.

“These occurrences are eerily similar to what happened in those years. We cannot afford to remain passive when state property is being destroyed under suspicious circumstances,” he added.

He further alleged that the incidents could form part of a calculated attempt to trigger artificial power outages, commonly referred to as “dumsor,” aimed at undermining the current administration or shaping public sentiment.

“The devil will be exposed for any intentional sabotage aimed at creating artificial ‘dumsor’ to destabilise the country,” he said.

The NDC Chairman also urged party members and the general public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, stressing that the protection of national assets is a shared responsibility.

“We must be the watchdogs of our own institutions. If you see something, say something,” he urged.

The Bolgatanga East engagement formed part of his wider tour to express gratitude to grassroots supporters while also outlining the party’s concerns about governance and the management of national infrastructure.

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Mr Asiedu Nketia, popularly known as “General Mosquito,” paid a courtesy call on the Bongo Palace as part of efforts to express gratitude to traditional leaders, party supporters, and the general public for their continued support.

Addressing a gathering at the palace, the Paramount Chief noted that it is uncommon for national political figures to visit constituencies individually to acknowledge grassroots backing.

“What you are doing today is a mark of full maturity and humility. By visiting every constituency to thank the chiefs and the people, you are showing that you do not take the mandate of the people for granted,” he stated.

He added that the Chairman’s gesture helps bridge the gap between political leadership and traditional authorities while fostering unity beyond partisan lines.

The Chief also praised Mr Asiedu Nketia for his consistency and for maintaining a focus on citizens, whom he described as the foundation of the country’s democracy.

In response, Mr Asiedu Nketia expressed appreciation to the Bongo Traditional Council for the warm reception and their role in maintaining peace and stability in the area.

“My mission is simple: to say thank you. No vote is too small to be appreciated and no constituency is too far to be visited,” he said, emphasising that leadership is rooted in service and gratitude.

The nationwide tour, which has taken the NDC Chairman across several regions, is seen by observers as a move to strengthen grassroots engagement and consolidate party support ahead of future political activities.

He was accompanied by regional executives and party stalwarts, who joined him in paying homage at the palace. The visit ended with traditional prayers from elders, who wished him strength and wisdom in his continued service to the nation.

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Speaking on UTV in Accra, he maintained that the NPP left behind a stable power sector, despite occasional challenges during their time in office.

According to him, while there were instances of power interruptions over the years, the government consistently focused on resolving them rather than making excuses.

“I’m not saying there were no outages in the eight years, but we always found solutions instead of excuses,” he said.

Mr Awuku expressed concern over the current power situation, noting that it is having serious effects on livelihoods and education.

He explained that businesses, especially small-scale ones, are being negatively impacted, while students preparing for the Basic Education Certificate Examination are also facing challenges due to unreliable electricity supply.

He added that parents are increasingly worried as their children struggle to study in the absence of stable power, even as examinations approach.

Mr Awuku stressed that the issue should not be politicised, urging government to treat the situation with urgency due to its implications for the future of young people.

Speaking on Badwam on Adom TV, he noted a clear distinction between the minister’s communication and that of some party communicators.

According to him, the minister’s admission that there are challenges in the sector is a crucial first step toward resolving them.

“When a minister accepts that there are challenges, it is the beginning of the solution,” he stated.

He added that the minister’s approach, which included sympathising with Ghanaians over the current energy situation, contrasts with others who focus on blaming previous administrations.

“…unlike some communicators who are blaming the previous government for this current energy issue,” he added.

Mr Adomako-Mensah emphasized that recognizing the existence of a problem is essential in addressing it effectively, describing the minister’s stance as a positive step in tackling the energy crisis.

Speaking on Badwam on Adom TV, he said the claim is based on intelligence his side has gathered regarding the current state of the energy sector.

According to him, the outstanding debt to fuel suppliers is a key issue that requires urgent attention, as it has implications for the stability of power supply in the country.

“We have picked intelligence that this government owes fuel suppliers close to $200 million,” he stated.

Mr Adomako-Mensah further indicated that concerns over the debt are among the reasons his side has insisted on accountability regarding financial measures introduced in the energy sector.

He referenced a bill presented to Parliament by the National Democratic Congress, which he said required a report by March 31 on the implementation of a one-cedi levy on fuel.

He maintained that addressing the financial obligations within the energy sector is critical to resolving ongoing challenges.

The victim, identified as Adam Shamuna, sustained an eye injury after he was reportedly assaulted by about 15 individuals believed to be affiliated with the East Mamprusi Municipal Chief Executive (MCE).

The incident is said to have stemmed from a heated exchange on an NDC WhatsApp platform over fertiliser distribution issues.

According to Shamuna, the confrontation was triggered after he allegedly made remarks perceived as insulting toward the MCE during an online discussion.

He admitted making the comments but maintained that they were personal opinions expressed while defending a political figure he supports.

“The MCE’s boys were also insulting Alhaji Baba,” he claimed.

Shamuna is believed to be aligned with former Member of Parliament for Nalerigu/Gambaga and Minister of Climate Change and Sustainability, Alhaji Baba Seidu Issifu.

His alleged attackers are thought to be sympathisers of the current MCE and the North East Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia.

The incident highlights deepening divisions within the party at the local level, with rival factions trading accusations of sabotage and disloyalty.

Recounting the attack, Shamuna claimed one of the individuals involved was armed with a pistol and threatened to kill him during the assault.

Meanwhile, in a twist following the incident, the MCE has reported Shamuna to the police over the WhatsApp comments.

A formal invitation signed by the Gambaga District Police Commander, ASP Stephen K. Takia, requests Shamuna to assist in investigations into a post he allegedly made on Friday, April 24, 2026, which the police describe as offensive toward the MCE, Mr. Bareche David Bukari.

Shamuna has confirmed receipt of the invitation and says he will honour it, insisting he is prepared to defend his comments.

The police have yet to comment on any arrests connected to the assault, while efforts to reach the MCE for response were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.

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He said the government is avoiding a proper approach to solving the real issues in the power sector.

His comments follow an announcement by Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, that the Energy Minister had directed the GRIDCo boss to step aside.

The directive came after a fire incident at the Akosombo Power Control Centre last week, which triggered widespread power disruptions across parts of the country.

Top ECG managers in the Ashanti Region are also alleged to have been transferred.

Reacting to the development in an interview with Barima Kofi Dawson-Akokoa on Nhira FM’s Kro Yi Mu Nsem on Monday, April 27, the Oforikrom MP said the decision would not resolve Ghana’s recurring power crisis.

“I see the sacking of the GRIDCo CEO as a smokescreen because an issue has come up, so we need to use someone as a scapegoat. In fact, I am told there is going to be a reshuffling of ECG leadership in Kumasi, and this will not solve the problem,” he stated.

He called on the government to seek lasting solutions to the power crisis rather than dismissing and transferring engineers who are working to keep the national grid stable.

Mr. Aidoo cautioned against dragging politics into the energy sector, particularly the removal of technical staff on political grounds.

“Should the power outages persist following this action, will it necessitate further reshuffling?” he questioned.

“There is a pressing issue that requires resolution. We must desist from dismissing technical personnel based on alleged political affiliations and suspicions of sabotage. We shouldn’t politicise our technical people working in the power sector.”

The lawmaker identified negligence, inadequate planning, and insufficient stakeholder engagement in transformer installations as the causes of the recent intermittent power cuts, locally known as dumsor.

He further noted that the previous NPP administration installed a lot of transformers to sustain power supply, suggesting that current challenges stem from policy discontinuity and inadequate maintenance.

“ECG advises on how to fix and upgrade transformers. Based on that advice, former MD Dubik Mahama procured these transformers and other ECG equipment. So the NDC government should have carried out this maintenance last year to prevent the power crisis, but they failed to do so and instead accused Samuel Dubik Mahama of over-procurement,” he said.

“I feel that government negligence, poor planning, and lack of engagement with experts led us into this energy crisis,” Mr. Aidoo stated.

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Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s morning show Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Nukpenu said he had heard the Minister would brief the nation later today, but believes political communication alone will not solve the ongoing problems.

“I have heard that the Energy Minister will speak today, but I think the talk he has won’t solve the problem,” he said.

According to him, the Minister should rather present the relevant technical officers and line directors to explain the real causes of the outages and provide timelines for solutions.

“He should parade the line directors and let them speak to the technical issues and give timelines, while ensuring effective monitoring,” he stated.

Mr. Nukpenu argued that politicians often take over the role of technical experts and focus more on rhetoric than practical explanations.

“Most at times, we politicians will take the technical people’s work and come and speak a lot of English, but there are certain technical issues we don’t speak about,” he said.

He also referenced reports that the GRIDCo Chief Executive Officer had been asked to step aside, saying there are still senior officials within the institution who should account for the transmission challenges.

“I have heard that he has asked the GRIDCo boss to step aside, but there are senior members there, so let them come and explain why transmission is facing these faults and give us details and timelines so that consumers can be relieved,” he said.

He warned that if leaders continue to speak without involving the professionals responsible for the work, the problems may persist.

“If you take their issue and come and speak grammar, at the end of the day they will be lackadaisical in their approach to solving the problem, and the solutions will not be fully achieved,” he added.

Mr. Nukpenu said the public needs direct engagement from managing directors, chief executives, and serious technical officers in charge of the sector.

“So today, when he speaks to the nation, he should let us see the MDs, the CEOs, and serious technical officers in charge of the work to give us details. Let’s look at it from that angle, and I think it will relieve all of us because I am really ashamed of this current challenge,” he said.

The Energy Minister, John Jinapor, is expected to address the nation today, Monday, April 27, at 2:00 pm to update the public on recent developments in the electricity distribution sector.

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Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s morning show Dwaso Nsem, he said he personally drove through several affected areas to assess the situation.

“I took the pain yesterday and drove along certain routes, and I was even shy. If that is the level and span of coverage of how citizens are without electricity for hours, then it is very worrying,” he said.

According to him, the scale of the outages in parts of Greater Accra is unacceptable.

“It is not good that you will get a catchment area like almost half of Greater Accra where people don’t have lights. I don’t think it is productive,” he stated.

Mr. Nukpenu said the development made him sad from the previous night into the following morning.

“It made me very sad from last night until this morning,” he added.

He further disclosed that he contacted some senior officials of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), who briefed him on the current challenges facing the power distributor.

“I even called some of the senior men in ECG and they also told me their side of what the challenge is. Efforts are being made, but there are certain challenges that ECG is currently working to resolve,” he said.

According to him, Ghana currently has enough power generation capacity, and the main issue lies within transmission and distribution systems.

“We don’t have a generation problem. There is enough power to be distributed. The problem is between the transmitter and the distributor,” he explained.

He noted that some of the challenges include faulty transformer supply points and aging electricity lines that are more than 40 to 50 years old and require replacement.

“These are issues of transformer supply points and faulty lines that need to be changed, some of which are over 40 to 50 years old,” he stated.

Mr. Nukpenu questioned the maintenance culture within the relevant institutions.

“Someone will ask, all these years, what the maintenance units of these institutions have really been doing,” he remarked.

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