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Kwame Asare Obeng to support John Mahama's endorsed candidate for 2028 presidential election
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Kwame Asare Obeng, also known as A Plus, Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, has stated that his support for Ghana's 2028 presidential election will be based on former President John Mahama's endorsement. In an interview, A Plus indicated that he would back any individual Mahama recommends, explaining that his allegiance is directly linked to Mahama's guidance. He emphasized that Mahama's experience and understanding of Ghana's political landscape would inform his choice of a successor to continue his work. A Plus reiterated that if he were to support anyone for president after John Mahama, it would be the person Mahama advises supporting, as Mahama "knows his people" and who would continue "the good work that he’s doing."
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President John Dramani Mahama has launched the construction of a 24-hour Economy Market in Bimbilla during his “Resetting Ghana” tour of the Northern Region. This initiative fulfills a key campaign promise from the NDC manifesto and is part of a nationwide effort to establish modern markets in all 261 districts. The project aims to stimulate round-the-clock economic activity, strengthen local commerce, and enhance the connection between agricultural production and market access. President Mahama highlighted the central role of markets in economic life, noting that farming without market access undermines the economic value of production. The Bimbilla facility, identified as a large model market, will feature ten warehouses, clinics, fire and police posts, banking services, crèches, and food outlets to support 24-hour operations and improve safety and convenience. Given Bimbilla’s strong agricultural base in yam, maize, beans, and groundnut, the market is expected to reduce post-harvest losses, stabilize prices, and improve farmer incomes through expanded processing and distribution. The President emphasized that the project will create jobs and strengthen the agricultural value chain, calling for quality execution. The District Assembly will manage and maintain the facility. He also clarified that distributed tricycles and motorbikes are for outreach, vaccination delivery, and community-based preventive healthcare, not ambulances.
The Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, has affirmed his office's commitment to securing a conviction against former National Signals Bureau Director-General, Kwabena Adu-Boahene. Adu-Boahene and his wife, Angela Adjei Boateng, face charges including causing financial loss to the state, money laundering, and theft, in connection with an alleged GH¢49 million cybersecurity contract scandal. Defence counsel Samuel Atta Akyea stated that their team will rely strictly on verifiable facts. Despite criticism regarding prosecution delays, Dr Srem-Sai expressed confidence in gathering sufficient evidence for a conviction, as reported by TV3. This case is part of broader scrutiny on the government's anti-corruption efforts.
BreakingIran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy corridor, stating it will remain shut until the United States lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. This decision escalates tensions over the waterway, through which approximately a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas is transported. The move reverses a recent development from April 17, 2026, when Iran had indicated the strait was open for commercial shipping following a ceasefire arrangement. This closure is expected to increase uncertainty in global energy markets, which have already seen fluctuating oil prices due to shifting signals on maritime access and security in the Gulf. Maritime tracking data previously showed reduced vessel movement through the strait due to security concerns, with many companies remaining cautious despite earlier claims of reopening.
Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has called on judges to exercise sound judgment, maintain independence, and strictly adhere to their constitutional oath when performing their duties. In a post on his X page on Friday, April 17, 2026, he advised judges against succumbing to external pressure or "unseen instructions." He emphasized that their decisions become public record and will be judged by posterity, urging them to apply their legal knowledge and common sense, guided by Article 296. Afenyo-Markin also encouraged judges to remain apolitical, stating, "The tables will turn in 2028. For your own peace, stay away from politics. Let politicians do their politics and simply observe." These comments follow public discussion regarding the proceedings involving Abubakar Yakubu, also known as Baba Amando, the Sunyani East Constituency Communication Officer of the NPP. Baba Amando was remanded by an Accra Circuit Court for allegedly sharing derogatory images of President John Dramani Mahama and government members on social media, but has since been granted bail of GH¢30,000 with two sureties, and is required to report to the police every two weeks.