Akufo-Addo
Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is a Ghanaian lawyer and politician who served as the President of Ghana from January 2017 to January 2025. A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), he previously held the position of Attorney General and Minister of Foreign Affairs. During his presidency, Akufo-Addo focused on several key initiatives, including the 'Planting for Food and Jobs' program and the 'Free Senior High School' policy, aimed at improving agricultural productivity and education accessibility in Ghana. His administration was characterized by efforts to combat corruption and improve economic growth, though it faced challenges such as inflation and public debt. The recent news regarding the revocation of appointments made during his administration highlights the political shifts in Ghana following his tenure.
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Akufo-Addo's administration is also cited as failing to effectively combat galamsey.
Galamsey: What would Rawlings do?
Ghana· 2026-02-08
The renaming exercise was criticised at the time by the then-opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), which argued that the decision appeared politically selective.
All public universities renamed by Akufo-Addo to have names reversed - Ayariga reveals Cabinet decisionGhana· 2025-10-23
Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, says the President John Mahama led administration was more committed to fighting illegal mining compared to the previous government led by Akufo-Addo.
VIDEO: We've arrested 1400 illegal miners in just 8 months compared to 800 Akufo-Addo arrested in three years — Lands Minister Armah-Kofi BuahGhana· 2025-09-25
Akufo-Addo raised hopes when he vowed to define his presidency by the fight against galamsey.
Galamsey menace: Can Mahama’s new order heal the wounds?Ghana· 2025-09-15
Catherine Afeku mentioned being appointed as the first Tourism Minister in President Akufo-Addo’s first term.
Catherine Afeku gets world tourism ambassadorial roleGhana· 2025-09-01
The previous administration frequently referenced the 10,800 kilometres figure as a major achievement under its 'Year of Roads' campaign.
'We checked nationwide, and the roads aren’t there' – Roads Minister challenges NPP govt’s 10,800km claimGhana· 2025-07-30
The project had already been conceived under the previous Akufo-Addo administration.
Minority accuses gov't of spending $1.2 million to 'relaunch and rebrand' chip-embedded passportGhana· 2025-07-09
Collins Adomako-Mensah said the appraisal and commercial declaration of the Eban and Akoma oil fields stemmed from actions taken under the Akufo-Addo administration.
Stop claiming credit for ENI oil find – NPP says discovery happened under Akufo-Addo, not MahamaGhana· 2025-07-07
Mr Kufuor mentioned President Akufo-Addo in the context of the party's principles and leadership.
Reconnect with the people or risk irrelevance – Kufuor warns NPPGhana· 2025-06-25
Dr Ayine stated that the culprits operated during the administration of former President Akufo-Addo.
GH¢548million ghost names scandal hits national service scheme – Attorney GeneralGhana· 2025-06-13
They seldom forget, a là Akufo-Addo ordering chiefs to rise from their thrones to greet him.
KSM was right, Sammy; the optics aren’t goodGhana· 2025-05-16
Mahama criticised the previous Akufo-Addo administration for what he described as regulatory bottlenecks that discouraged investment and stalled progress in the oil sector.
President Mahama urges aggressive oil drilling before renewables render resource obsoleteGhana· 2025-05-14
Akufo-Addo is the former President under whose administration Charles Bissue served.
High Court denies Charles Bissue's application for passport releaseGhana· 2025-05-12
Mr Ansa-Asare mentioned that if Akufo-Addo appoints, he is politicising.
Partisan politics fueling mistrust in Chief Justice's removal petition process - Kwaku Ansa-AsareGhana· 2025-05-07
The actions of President Mahama mirror similar steps taken under former President Akufo-Addo’s administration.
Mahama does not engage in retaliatory politics – Stan Dogbe to protestersGhana· 2025-05-05
Akufo-Addo is mentioned for his Thank You Tour in 2009.
Nana Akomea explains dynamics behind NPP’s Thank You TourGhana· 2025-05-05
To them, Bawumia was placing the blame for the defeat on the ex-President’s head.
Bawumia should give us a break!Ghana· 2025-05-02
President Akufo-Addo stated that Akonta Mining is not involved in illegal activities.
10 things to know about the revocation of the Akonta Mining Company Limited licenceGhana· 2025-04-21
President Akufo-Addo stated that Akonta Mining is not involved in illegal activities.
Akonta Mining licence revoked over alleged galamsey syndicate in forest reserveGhana· 2025-04-21Bright Mensah Bonsu was issued a diplomatic passport on October 18, 2023 by the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government.
Ablakwa announces arrest of man suspected to be behind attempted sale of Ghana's diplomatic property in NigeriaGhana· 2025-04-15
Mr George had stated that former President Akufo-Addo could have dealt with galamsey in a week because he was Commander-in-Chief.
Sam George: "Unfair" to expect President Mahama to end galamsey in 96 daysGhana· 2025-04-15
President Akufo-Addo's administration is mentioned in the context of the conflict's escalation.
Bawku conflict now a national crisis, but Otumfuo’s talks with factions offer hope — AgalgaGhana· 2025-04-13
The former Akufo-Addo administration is being investigated for the mass recruitment of 12,000 individuals into the public sector.
Government probes 12,000 late-term public sector hires by Akufo-Addo administrationGhana· 2025-04-10
The transactions were initiated by the previous Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government.
Government cancels 2 deals by previous administration to sell diplomatic properties in Nigeria, ZambiaGhana· 2025-03-30Former President Akufo-Addo took office in 2017.
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson defends National Security raids on former officialsGhana· 2025-03-20
The raid on Dr. Addison’s residence is the second such operation allegedly by the National Security on former high-ranking officials of the President Akufo-Addo administration.
PHOTOS: Minority leader Afenyo-Markin visits former BoG Governor after security raidGhana· 2025-03-20
Dr Amin Adam argued that President John Mahama’s administration is benefiting from the fiscal discipline and strategic planning of its predecessor, the Akufo-Addo government.
Mahama’s economic stability built on $8.9bn reserves left by Akufo-Addo - NPPGhana· 2025-03-03
Akufo-Addo is mentioned in the context of justifying the National Cathedral project.
I strongly disagree with the controversial Hajj Village project- A PlusGhana· 2025-03-03
The Agenda 111 initiative, launched under the Akufo-Addo administration, aimed to construct 111 district and specialised hospitals across Ghana.
Mahama reveals only one Agenda 111 hospital completed; says $1.7 billion needed to complete remaining hospitalsGhana· 2025-02-24
Blackson alleged that the previous Akufo-Addo administration had effectively 'stolen' his investment.
I’m officially NDC for government’s payment of DDEP coupon – Michael BlacksonGhana· 2025-02-18