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Businessman Lord Ibrahim Sani declares independent candidacy for Ghana's 2028 presidential election
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Businessman Lord Ibrahim Sani has announced his intention to run as an independent candidate in Ghana's 2028 presidential election. He also launched the Rising Generation Movement RGM, a new political movement aimed at engaging young people and grassroots communities. The RGM, introduced during an online event on Thursday, July 16, 2026, seeks to enhance youth involvement in governance and promote a development agenda focused on accountability, integrity, and inclusive growth. Sani stated that the movement's vision is to restore public trust in leadership, empower the youth, and create opportunities for all Ghanaians through practical policies and transparent governance. He emphasized that Ghana's progress requires a new generation of leaders dedicated to competence, accountability, and public service, rather than partisan politics. Sani noted that many citizens are frustrated with the current political system and are seeking leaders who can deliver tangible results. The RGM plans to prioritize policies on job creation, entrepreneurship, education, technology, youth empowerment, and economic transformation, while building a strong grassroots network for the 2028 elections. Sani's decision to run independently is driven by his belief that Ghana's development should prioritize citizen welfare over partisan interests. The movement will conduct nationwide engagements to recruit members, develop policy proposals, and expand its presence in preparation for the elections.
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Must ReadBernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party NPP, has been sentenced to 20 years imprisonment with hard labor. This follows his conviction on all six counts related to alleged illegal mining activities. Chairman Wontumi, along with Akonta Mining Company Limited and Kwame Antwi, faced trial over their involvement in mining operations on the company's concession at Samreboi in the Western Region. The Criminal Court 4 Division of the High Court, presided over by Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, delivered the judgment on July 20, 2026. The prosecution accused the defendants of unlawfully assigning mineral rights and facilitating mining activities without the necessary approvals, violating the Minerals and Mining Act. A video shows Chairman Wontumi being escorted into a prison vehicle after his sentencing.
The New Patriotic Party NPP has accused the Mahama administration of attempting to use the conviction of its Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, as a political "trophy." In a statement dated July 20, 2026, the NPP argued that Wontumi's conviction should not be celebrated as proof of the government's commitment to fighting illegal mining, claiming that similar allegations involving individuals linked to the governing National Democratic Congress NDC have not received the same attention. The party alleged selective application of justice, questioning why investigations into illegal mining activities involving some NDC officials have not progressed with similar urgency. The NPP stated that the prosecution failed to provide evidence that Wontumi unlawfully assigned or transferred his mineral concession, asserting that the conviction was based on assumptions rather than proof beyond a reasonable doubt. Describing the judgment as a "travesty of justice," the NPP announced that its legal team had begun the process of appealing the High Court鈥檚 decision and reaffirmed its support for Chairman Wontumi, maintaining he was wrongfully convicted and calling him a "political prisoner."
The government has unveiled the Teacher Dabre Initiative, a plan to construct 50,000 housing units nationwide to alleviate accommodation challenges for teachers, particularly those in rural areas. Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, announced this on July 20, 2026, during the Government Accountability Series. The program will be implemented through a decentralized approach, with the District Assemblies Common Fund leading efforts at regional and district levels. The Ministry of Education will secure additional funding, and the government is considering using pension fund resources under the Ghana Secondary School Pension GSOP as collateral. In addition to housing, the government is finalizing a financial incentive, a 20% allowance, for teachers who accept postings to rural and hard-to-reach areas. These initiatives aim to enhance teachers' working and living conditions and address the challenge of attracting and retaining qualified educators in rural communities, reinforcing the government's commitment to teacher welfare for improved education quality.