The Committee was tasked to determine whether the appointments complied with due process after their initial revocation. Briefing the public at the Government Accountability Series on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Kwakye Ofosu confirmed that 1,201 appointments have been upheld after satisfying the required administrative and legal procedures. Revocation of post-elections appointments, recruitments is consistent with good governance - Mahama AyarigaMeanwhile, 338 appointments of persons with disabilities were also maintained. “The outcome underscores the government’s resolve to promote accountability, transparency, and strict adherence to due process in the administration of the Public Service,” Kwakye Ofosu said. The review reflects the administration’s commitment to ensuring that public service appointments are transparent, merit-based, and legally compliant, reinforcing confidence in governance and administrative integrity.

General News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident John Dramani Mahama has raised concerns about the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, stressing that it could have serious economic consequences for African countries. How the US-Israel-Iran conflict could affect GhanaPresident Mahama warned that instability in the Middle East, a region central to global oil production could lead to sharp increases in crude oil prices, placing heavy pressure on African economies. But when they come, we must prepare ourselves to make sure our people are protected, because as it stands, that region is the epicentre of global oil supplies. And we know when crude prices rise above a certain level, it has a negative effect on our countries,” he added. His remarks highlight growing concern among African leaders about how global geopolitical tensions, though far from the continent, can directly impact local economies and livelihoods.

General News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian business mogul Ibrahim Mahama has added another jewel to his aviation portfolio with the acquisition of a brand-new Bombardier Global 6500 private jet, reportedly valued around $70 million. The footage also captures Ibrahim Mahama boarding the private jet, setting off on a journey in style. The Bombardier Global 6500 offers an exceptional range, capable of flying up to 6,600 nautical miles non-stop, making it ideal for intercontinental travel. Its spacious interior provides advanced cabin comfort with fully customisable layouts, including private suites, lounge areas, and office spaces. Ibrahim Mahama, who is widely recognised for his investments in mining, cement production, philanthropy, and infrastructure, continues to expand his personal and professional footprint, blending business acumen with a taste for luxury and innovation.

And this new appointee, Baba Sadiq Abubakar Abu, will also become the youngest mission appointee for the position of ambassador under this government. But who exactly is Baba Sadiq, Ghana’s new High Commissioner to Nigeria-designate? Profile of Baba SadiqBaba Sadiq is best known as the Founder and CEO of 3Music Network, the organisation behind the 3Music Awards, one of Ghana’s leading music award schemes. His work has significantly shaped Ghana’s creative economy, promoting African music, youth talent development, and cross-border collaborations across the continent. He is a trained media and communications specialist with more than 20 years of experience in Africa’s media and communications sectors.

“That’s quite low,” he said, adding that while low turnout is common in by-elections, the figures he witnessed are concerning. He also referenced a recent High Court ruling that declined to halt the electoral process, paving the way for the by-election to proceed. While conceding that the ethical and moral dimensions of vote buying remain problematic, Anyidoho said distinguishing between inducement and generosity can sometimes be complex. “How do you disaggregate what is vote buying and what is just being nice to people?” he questioned, pointing to reports of motorbikes, television sets, bags of rice and other items allegedly distributed during the primary. Watch the video belowKoku Anyidoho speaks on alleged NDC vote buying in Ayawaso East parliamentary primariesMRA/VPOAyawaso East By-Election: Presiding Officer David Chinery explains voting process

Politics of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMinority Leader of Parliament and MP for Effutu, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has strongly rejected claims that the Danquah-Dombo-Busia political tradition is elitist, insisting that its history and governance record show a consistent commitment to ordinary Ghanaians. “I want to face that charge directly — not defensively, not with anger, but with history and truth,” he stated. Tracing the roots of the tradition to Dr JB Danquah’s legal advocacy for cocoa farmers, Afenyo-Markin recalled that Danquah earned the title Akuafo Kanea (Lamp of Farmers) for fighting for fair cocoa pricing during the colonial era. According to him, the vision of a “property-owning democracy” was about expanding ownership and opportunity to every Ghanaian. It was a property-owning democracy — where every Ghanaian has a path to ownership,” he stressed.

It was a necessary step to uphold the rule of law and ensure accountability,” Kwakye Ofosu said. He noted that the cleared appointments, which cut across 36 state institutions, followed proper recruitment and promotion procedures. Importantly, all those confirmed had received their appointment letters before December 7, 2024 — the date of the general election that ushered in the John Mahama administration. Earlier, the Chief of Staff had directed that all post-election appointments be revoked, a move that generated public debate and anxiety among affected workers. Kwakye Ofosu clarified that 541 appointments were cancelled because they did not meet the required standards or were completed after December 7, 2026.

Dr Kwame Nkrumah chose to wear the northern smock, popularly known as fugu, during the declaration of independence to elevate its status and add value to the indigenous fabric. The Ghana Tourism Authority also launched a campaign aimed at promoting domestic tourism, dubbed “See Ghana, Eat Ghana, Wear Ghana, and Feel Ghana.”This initiative seeks to promote and showcase Ghanaian fashion and heritage, supporting local designers and artisans through events like fashion shows and exhibitions. But did you know that Ghana's first president, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, initiated the Wear Ghana agenda during his era? Edward Quao said, “They wore the northern smock because Nkrumah chose it intentionally before independence. “He wrapped himself in kente and wore the smock to draw more attention to them.

General News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe ongoing war in the Middle East appears to have been foretold by some Ghanaian prophets. Videos have emerged of these Ghanaian prophets accurately predicting some of the events that have already happened in the war, including the death of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and what the world should expect in the coming days. Here are the prophets who ‘foresaw’ the Iran war and what they said about it. “In the Middle East, I told you there would be assassinations; there is another assassination coming. “There are three major people who would go down in the Middle East, and that is where the war goes on.

General News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFort Prinzenstein in Keta remains a hauntingly beautiful yet rapidly vanishing evidence of the trans-Atlantic slave trade. It was one of four major forts constructed by the Danes along what was then the Danish Gold Coast. For decades, Fort Prinzenstein served as a key holding site where enslaved Africans were kept before being shipped across the Atlantic to plantations in the Caribbean and Americas. In 1850, Denmark sold its possessions on the Gold Coast, including Fort Prinzenstein, to Britain, marking the transition of the site into British colonial territory. The fort now draws visitors from around the world, including people of African descent seeking to connect with their history.

Business News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comUganda has become the latest country in Africa to adopt Ghana's pioneering lead of its central bank buying domestic gold to boost reserves and the economy. The Bank of Ghana following the initiative of former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in 2022, became an African pioneer in Central Bank gold purchasing initiative to boost national reserves, an initiative which has since been commended and emulated by many other African countries. Today, Uganda’s central bank said it will begin its own domestic gold purchasing programme this month, joining a growing number of central banks worldwide that are boosting their gold holdings amid rising prices. Apart from Uganda, Kenya and Nigeria, Rwanda and Zambia have also followed Ghana's example by announcing their Central Bank's gold purchasing programmes to boos their reserves. Meanwhile Ghana has renamed its gold for Reserves programme to Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Program, following a bill to Parliament.

Business News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe price of Brent crude on the international oil market rose by more than $3 on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, marking its third consecutive day of gains amid the escalating US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Brent crude futures traded at $80.89 per barrel, up $3.15, or 4.1%. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose by $2.55, or 3.6%, to $73.78 per barrel. Tankers and container ships are reportedly avoiding the waterway after insurers withdrew coverage for vessels, while global oil and gas shipping rates have surged. Approximately 20% of the world’s oil and gas supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz.

She particularly shared moments and emotions she felt in the courtroom before her legal team successfully fought for the massive reduction of her sentence. The day they announced at the court that I was to serve for 15 years, I refused to accept the fact that I will serve the 15 years sentence. She narrated how her total dependence on the word of God (the scriptures) encouraged her during the difficult time. Hezekiah was told by prophet Isaiah to prepare his will as he was to die, but when he prayed, God extended his life by 15 years in the Word of God. The trial court initially handed her a 15-year sentence with hard labour, a ruling that drew widespread public debate.

Why Agradaa's sentence has been reducedThe church building itself received a fresh coat of paint and minor renovations to accommodate the expected turnout. Following her release, she has spoken about her prison experience and how her faith sustained her during the eight-month ordeal. She was initially sentenced to 15 years' imprisonment on July 3, 2025, after being convicted of defrauding by false pretence and charlatanic advertisement. Upon review, the Amasaman High Court, presided over by Justice Solomon Oppong-Twumasi, reduced the term to 12 calendar months, describing the original punishment as unusually harsh and excessive. The High Court also imposed a fine of GH¢2,400, in default of which she would serve an additional three months' imprisonment .

General News of Tuesday, 3 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comEvangelist Patricia Asieduaa Asiamah, also known as Agradaa, of Heavens Way International Ministry has been released from prison. In a video shared on Facebook by Angel Asiamah, her husband, on March 3, 2026, Nana Agradaa was seen at her residence with him and other family members, all dressed in white. After hours of proceedings, the court reduced her initial 15-year sentence to 12 months on counts two and three. The revised sentence, which took effect from her conviction on July 3, 2025, meant that the Founder of Heaven Way Champion International Ministry was to serve a total of one year in prison. Agradaa was convicted on July 3, 2025, by an Accra Circuit Court on multiple charges, including charlatanic advertisement and defrauding by false pretence.