Mahama

Mahama

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John Dramani Mahama is a Ghanaian politician and former President, having served from 2012 to 2017. He is known for his contributions to Ghana's development and economic policies, and his current vision includes a transformation agenda aimed at revitalizing the nation's economy.

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President Mahama's gratitude was conveyed to President Zelenskyy for ensuring the rights of Ghanaian citizens held in Ukraine are protected.

Ukraine: Ghana in talks with Zelenskyy over release of two nationals
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-25
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President Mahama authorized the construction of the Kumasi Outer Ring Road.

Roads minister on why Suame interchange has been reduced from four-tier
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-10
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Governs Kwame Agbodza
Governs Kwame Agbodza

President Mahama is mentioned as the leader under whom the task force for the national airline has been set up.

Ghana’s national airline to take off within 12 months, says Transport Minister
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-01-29
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Joseph Bukari Nikpe
Joseph Bukari Nikpe

Prof. Baah-Boateng supported President Mahama’s recent call for the cedi to be kept within a five-percent volatility margin.

Prof Baah-Boateng urges BoG to keep cedi within narrow, predictable range to protect jobs
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-10-21
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William Baah Boateng
William Baah Boateng

Mahama highly praised President Xi Jinping's important speech at the Global Women's Summit.

李强会见加纳总统马哈马--时政--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2025-10-13
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Li Qiang
Li Qiang
Wu Zhenglong
Wu Zhenglong

Christian Rogg had the pleasure of meeting President Mahama to discuss global challenges and their bilateral partnership.

Ese ne Tekrema: The UK and Ghana's partnership in a new global era
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-25
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Christian Rogg
Christian Rogg

President Mahama removed Justice Torkornoo as the Chief Justice following a recommendation by a committee.

Removal of Chief Justice as Supreme Court judge: Attorney-General triggers constitutional interpretation
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-24
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Mahama was mentioned as a leader who started well but seems to be slacking in addressing the galamsey issue.

Galamsey Legacy: Kontomire—From blood-tonic provider to silent killer
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-24
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President Mahama now appears to be charting a different path—pragmatic rather than emotional.

Galamsey menace: Can Mahama’s new order heal the wounds?
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-15
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Mahama was mentioned in relation to a bizarre wish for his extermination.

Playing games with blood - Occasional Kwatriot Kwesi Yankah writes
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-13
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President Mahama's vision for enhancing the quality of senior high school education is central to the proposed investment.

Govt earmarks ¢1bn to end double-track system
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-12
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Haruna Iddrisu
Haruna Iddrisu

As part of the research agenda of President Mahama, the Gold Board is partnering local refineries.

GoldBod set to commence local gold refining and fire assay operations in October
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-09
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Sammy Gyamfi
Sammy Gyamfi

President Mahama was accused by Emmanuel Kwakye Asare of being responsible for the helicopter crash.

Wontumi Multimedia journalist granted GH¢100k bail over alleged false claims on helicopter crash
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-27
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President Mahama appointed Mr. Kojo Choi as Ghana’s Ambassador-designate to South Korea.

Who is a Ghanaian - Rodney Nkrumah-Boateng writes
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-05
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President Mahama’s administration has reintroduced the free cocoa fertiliser programme to support cocoa farmers.

Ghana raises cocoa farmgate price from GH¢3,100 to GH¢3,228.75 per bag of 64-kg
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-04
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Cassiel Ato Forson
Cassiel Ato Forson

President Mahama was mentioned in the context of the previous administration's handling of the economy.

Mid-Year Budget debate: We’re resetting economy — Majority: Growth stems from NPP-era — Minority
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-01
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Mr Agbodza stated that under President Mahama, no road project will be announced unless it has been studied, designed, costed, and funded.

'We checked nationwide, and the roads aren’t there' – Roads Minister challenges NPP govt’s 10,800km claim
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-07-30
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President Mahama and the NDC have successfully recapitalized the National Investment Bank.

Government injects GH¢450 million into National Investment Bank to restore profitability, sustainability – Ato Forson
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-07-24
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Cassiel Ato Forson
Cassiel Ato Forson

Another major concern at the start of President Mahama’s second term was the cedi’s volatility.

Finance Minister reflects on progress ahead of 2025 Mid-Year Budget presentation today
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-07-24
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Cassiel Ato Forson
Cassiel Ato Forson

The agenda is now being revived under President Mahama.

Military to take charge of Awaso–Takoradi and Accra–Kumasi road projects
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-07-21
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President Mahama's vision of building a resilient, export-led economy is a guiding principle for the Exim Bank board.

See the members of the new Ghana Export-Import Bank board
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-07-10
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The Minority in Parliament has rejected suggestions that the recent oil discovery milestones by ENI Ghana should be credited to the President Mahama administration.

Stop claiming credit for ENI oil find – NPP says discovery happened under Akufo-Addo, not Mahama
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-07-07
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The Founder and Chancellor of the Perez University College appealed to President Mahama to support private tertiary institutions.

Addressing graduate skills needs: GTEC, universities review curricula
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-06-30
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President Mahama is mentioned in relation to the constitutional proceedings and the choice of the Edu Lodge for hearings.

President followed Constitution, no political agenda — Spokesperson
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-06-26
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King Mswati III will be welcomed at the Presidency for bilateral discussions with President Mahama.

King Mswati III of Eswatini to visit Ghana next week
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-06-19
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The agreement complements Ghana’s domestic agenda, including President Mahama’s vision for industrialization and job creation.

Ghana’s path to prosperity: The impact of the China tariff deal
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-06-15
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The minister emphasised President Mahama's commitment to the Muslim community, stating that the President valued their advice and prayers for a better economy, development and prosperity.

Govt committed to welfare of Muslims community, affordable Hajj pilgrimage – Issifu Seidu
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-06-07
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Inglis noted that they look forward to working with President Mahama and his government to invest in and advance Ghana’s energy sector.

Ghana signs $2billion oil licence extension deal with Tullow, Kosmos, PetroSA & GNPC
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-06-04
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President Mahama is committed to fighting corruption and improving the business and investment climate in Ghana.

US Ambassador Virginia Palmer writes: A love letter to Ghana
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-05-28
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Vehicles were supposedly bought for Mahama with funds allegedly paid by Adu Boahene.

Payments in the name of National Security
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-05-23
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