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Justify your inclusion… President challenges youth in govt

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2 weeks ago

March 11, 2025

Net News Ghana

• President Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has thrown a challenge to young people in his government to justify their inclusion.

He said their appointment to serve in various portfolio in his government as ministers and chief executives of state owned enterprises was a test of how ready the youth were to take over the mantle of leadership.

Delivering the keynote address at the launch of the African Political Parties Network (APPI) in Accra on Friday, President Mahama said the future of Africa belonged to the youth and those in his government could not afford to disappoint.

In the estimation of the President, he has assembled arguably the youngest government in Ghana’s history and that those who got the opportunity must be good ambassadors.

According to him, the output of the crop of youthful people in his government would open more doors for young people in future governments.

He said with 60 per cent of the continent’s population under 25 years, the youth could not be left out at the decision-making table.

“The future of Africa will be determined by how the youth are engaged in governance and decision-making,” the President stated.

He said despite political consciousness on the continent, governance has not been strengthened as political parties were more focused on short-term electoral cycles instead of long term vision.

The role of political parties, President Mahama said should not only be for electoral victories but they must thrive to build sustainable systems that prioritises efficient governance.

The launch of the APPI, an initiative of the Africa Governance Centre, was on the theme ‘Fostering Inter-party Cooperation and Effective Governance for Africa’s Economic Transformation’.

It is intended to foster cooperation, strengthen democratic governance, and advance policy innovation among political parties across the African continent.

It brought participants from across the continent and is expected to operate in all countries on the continent.

Chairman of the occasion, Jeffrey Thamsanqa Radebe, Chair of the Advisory Board of the Africa Governance Centre, said the Initiative was committed to building the capacities of political parties in the democratic space.

Governments, he said, must be rooted in cooperation and not conflict to enhance governance.

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Declaration of Monday, 31st March 2025 and Tuesday, 1st April 2025 as Public Holidays

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13 minutes ago

March 24, 2025

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The Ministry of Interior has declared Monday, March 31, 2025 and Tuesday, April 1, 2025 as Public Holidays

“The general public is hereby informed that Sunday, 30th March, 2025 or Monday, 31st March, 2025 marks Eid-Ul-Fitr which is a Statutory Public Holiday,” the ministry noted in a press statement

According to the ministry “In view of the fact that 30th March 2025 falls on a Sunday and in the interest of the public, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, has by Executive Instrument (E.I.), in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601) declared Monday, 31st March 2025 and Tuesday, 1^{^st} April 2025 as additional Public Holidays and should be observed as such throughout the country.”

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Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Laws in Ghana – Interior Minister

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16 minutes ago

March 24, 2025

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Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has called for strengthened anti-money laundering laws in Ghana, urging the Inter Governmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) and the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) to collaborate in this effort.

During a meeting with a GIABA delegation led by Director-General Edwin Harris, Muntaka Mubarak emphasised the Government’s commitment to supporting GIABA’S work in maintaining a safe and secure environment.

The Director-General of GIABA, Mr. Edwin Harris acknowledged Ghana’s active participation in GIABA operations and encouraged continued collaboration.

Mr. Harris stated that Ghana has made significant progress in strengthening its anti-money laundering laws, with the passage of the Anti-Money Laundering Act 2020 (Act 1044).

The meeting had in attendance the Deputy Minister for the Interior, Okletey Teilarbi, the Acting Chief Director of the Ministry, Mrs. Doreen Annan, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of FIC, Albert Kwadwo Twum Boafo and other officials from the Ministry, GIABA and FIC.

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Interior Minister reaffirms commitment to Enhancing Ghana’s Security Architecture

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17 minutes ago

March 24, 2025

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Minister of the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has acknowledged the critical role the Police Service plays in maintaining peace and stability and reaffirmed Government’s commitment to enhancing Ghana’s security architecture.

Speaking at the Ghana Police Service Regional Commanders’ meeting, the Minister assured international partners, businesses, and investors, that Government remains committed to providing a secure environment, and ensuring necessary security measures are in place to facilitate uninterrupted business operations.

Muntaka Mubarak commended the Inspector General of the Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno for initiating an orientation for Regional and Unit Police Public Relations Officers.

According to him, the programme aimed to enhance community engagement, share crucial information, and foster trust between the police and the public.

In his remarks, the IGP, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno stated that the meeting provided an opportunity for them to reflect and strategize for the year ahead.

Mr. Yohuno also advised the officers to uphold the highest professional standards, emphasising the need for discipline and ethical conduct in discharging their duties.