The Independence Square and its surrounding areas will be temporarily closed to the public to prepare for the swearing-in ceremony of President-Elect John Dramani Mahama.

The Ministry of Information in a public announcement says the iconic national monument, located in the heart of

 Accra closure takes effect from December 31, 2024, to January 8, 2025.

This move , it said is intended to facilitate the necessary preparations and ensure the smooth execution of the historic event scheduled for January 7, 2025.

The Ministry therefore advised the public to avoid the area during this period.

    

. “The temporary closure of Independence Square and its environs is a necessary measure to enable seamless planning and execution of the swearing-in ceremony. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appeal to the public for their cooperation,” the statement read.

According to the ministry, the closure will affect access to major roads around the square, including the Castle Road, 28th February Road, and the stretch leading to the Black Star Gate.

Alternative routes have been designated to minimize disruptions to traffic flow in the area.

The swearing-in of John Dramani Mahama , the statement said marks his return to the highest office of the land after his victory in the December 7, 2024, general elections.

Government officials, event planners, and security agencies are reportedly working around the clock to ensure a flawless event.

Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has once again, expressed gratitude to the Almighty God for recent happenings in his life and the nation.

Addressing a Congregation at Light House Chapel, East Legon in Accra, as Special Guest of the Church’s 31st Watch Night Service, Dr. Bawumia made reference to the just-ended elections, and expressed gratitude to God.

“Let me wish everybody a Happy New Year. Let’s wish for greater and better and greater tidings this New Year,” Dr. Bawumia said, as the Congregation roared in excitement.

“We have gone through an election and I want to thank God for his blessings to myself and to the country Ghana,” he added.

Referencing the Bible, Dr. Bawumia stressed on the need to give thanks to the Almighty God in every situation.

“The book of 1 Thessalonians, Chapter 5 Verse 18 tells us that in all things, give thanks to God. And for me I have abiding faith in the Lord. And so what He has done for us, we are giving thanks to Him. I know and I believe that God has a plan for me for greater and better days in the future.

Dr. Bawumia, flanked by his wife, Samira, also expressed gratitude to the Founder of the Church, Bishop Dag Heward Mills and the Congregation for their reception.

“I want to thank all of you, for giving us the opportunity to wish you a Happy New Year. God bless you and God bless Ghana.”

What a blessing!

Founder and Leader of The Light House Chapel, Bishop Dag Heward Mills, and the Congregation gave Dr. Bawumia a rapturous reception.

Welcoming Dr. Bawumia, Bishop Heward Mills expressed excitement, saying Dr. Bawumia’s presence marked the first time a such a high-profile personality had visited the congregation.

“I am happy to announce the presence of the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and his wife,” Bishop Dag Heward Mills said, amidst cheers by the crowd.

“I am so happy because this is the first time we are having a President or a Vice President. What a blessing,” Bishop Heward Mills added.

Dr. Bawumia later addressed the Congregation, wished them a blessed New Year.

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Pastor Elvis Agyemang, the Convener of Alpha Hour and Founder of Grace Mountain Ministries, has prophesied the outbreak of another pandemic that could hit the world in 2025.

According to the respected man of God, this pandemic’s devastation will be significant unless fervent prayers are raised to prevent its occurrence.

Speaking at his church during the 31st December 2024 Watchnight Service, Pastor Elvis Agyemang revealed that the pandemic would spread rapidly through skin-to-skin contact.

“What the Lord showed me is that if we don’t take care, another pandemic is coming. The kind of sickness I saw that is about to hit the world involves the skin. Once an infected person touches you, you will also contract the disease.

“I am not a prophet, but I remember standing in church one Sunday evening and saying I see a sickness being created in a lab. Nobody took my words seriously. I was ignored until the outbreak of COVID-19. The Lord told me sorrow is coming, so present me to my people and tell them that the only safe haven is the one who came to carry the sorrow.”

Pastor Agyemang’s prophecy appears to be corroborated by the Founder and Leader of the Glorious Word Power Ministries, Rev. Isaac Owusu Bempah. He also prophesied the outbreak of a coronavirus-like disease.

Speaking to his congregation during the 31st December Watchnight Service, the controversial prophet stated that he saw in the spiritual realm numerous people worldwide being affected by this disease if prayers are not offered to avert it.

“Just like the coronavirus we experienced a few years back, if we don’t pray, we will face another deadly disease of a similar nature. I see a spirit hanging in the air, spewing the disease from its mouth, spreading it, and causing mass deaths. We must pray to avert this,” Rev. Owusu Bempah said.

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Despite the lamentations of economic hardship occasioned by the reforms introduced by his administration, President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday assured the citizenry that he will take Nigeria to the promised land.

The President said that he has the confidence, competence, determination and capability to ensure that he build a nation that the people would be proud of.

This is as he said that his administration is encouraged by the National Assembly’s support over the last 19 months and is determined to take Nigeria to the Promised Land.

The President spoke while receiving Vice President Kashim Shettima, the leadership of the National Assembly, and former principal officers of the National Assembly at his Oyinkan Abayomi Drive residence in Ikoyi, Lagos.

The New Year homage, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, preceded a similar visit by members of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF).

The President was quoted by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, as saying, “Nigerians are the heart of everything we are doing. We have come to serve. You have made my day by coming on this visit. Happy New Year. May God bless you and our country and give our nation more prosperity.

“The transformative journey we have embarked upon is for all of us. It is for our tomorrow. It is for the future generation. Your commitment will yield that fruit for the babies yet unborn.

“Your commitment to value addition and bringing about the spirit of can do and must do is for all of us together.

“It is for us to build a nation. We have confidence and competence. The enslavers want us to be anything but enslaved people, but we say no. We are determined, we are capable, and we are resolute, and we will be there. We will take Nigeria to that Promised Land with you,” President Tinubu said at the meeting.

Acknowledging the encouragement from the lawmakers, the President pledged to work harder, embrace intellectual inquisitiveness, and make courageous decisions for national development.

“We have a saying in Yoruba that it is only a courageous dog that will capture the animal in the bush,” he added.

Senate President Akpabio commended the President for his courage and commitment to reform and assured him that the National Assembly is firmly behind his administration.

“On this journey of restoration, transformation and rebuilding the nation, you are not alone. The National Assembly is with you and will stand by you,” he said.

Akpabio highlighted the positive economic outlook under the Tinubu administration, citing achievements such as oversubscription of Nigeria’s Eurobond, improvements in ease of doing business, and growing foreign investor confidence.

“We salute our men in uniform and commend you for your bold reforms. Investors remain interested in Nigeria because of your leadership, and we will continue to smile as the benefits materialise,” he added.

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas commended the President for his respect and support of the National Assembly.

He said many key figures in the administration, including the President, Vice President, Wife of the President, Chief of Staff to the President, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and several ministers, were all former members of the National Assembly

”The National Assembly should consider itself lucky, and to God be the glory, Mr President, the National Assembly today is more united than ever.

”The National Assembly is more fulfilled than ever before because there is nothing we have ever knocked on your door to request for the National Assembly that you have not obliged.

”This is historic. This is commendable. We need to thank you for that. I also want to thank you for bringing more succour to the poor.

”Nigerians had more challenges at the beginning of 2023, but as the year ended, more food and prosperity started pouring in. We believe 2025 will be the ultimate year where every Nigerian will be proud of this administration, ” he said.

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The management of McDan Group of Companies says it is committed to a dialogue to resolve the issues leading to the shutdown of their terminal at the Kotoka International Airport, Accra.

“Nevertheless, we remain committed to engaging in constructive dialogue to achieve a favorable resolution” the company stated.

The private Aviation company also expressed its disappointment in the Ghana Airport Company Limited’s (GACL) decision to shut down its private jet terminal at the airport.

“McDan Aviation expresses its disappointment regarding the recent decision by the Ghana Airport Company Limited to deny access to our terminal,” the company said in a press statement issued following its shutdown by GACL.

On Monday, December 30, GACL shut down McDan’s terminal over an outstanding debt of $3 million.

The company acknowledged its financial responsibilities but stated that these issues had not been actively discussed.

McDan also confirmed that “last week, we made an additional payment with the plan to continue payments from January 2025.”

The statement, signed by McDan’s Chief Executive Officer, Kwaku Ampromfi, clarified that the company does not owe GACL the reported $3 million.

“It is important to note, however, that McDan Aviation does not owe GACL $3,000,000.00 for the terminal, as has been erroneously reported,” the statement read.

The company further explained that it is currently involved in a land litigation case, of which GACL is aware. McDan added that this issue had been communicated to GACL, with a request to suspend payments until the court case is resolved.

McDan Aviation Hub is the first and only freight company in Ghana to obtain an air carrier licence for chartered cargo flights. It is currently a general sales agent (GSA) for several airlines and holds a Fixed Base Operations (FBO) licence for private jet operations at Terminal 1 of Kotoka International Airport.

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Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah

The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has expressed concern over some fraudulent accounts impersonating him on various social media platforms, particularly on Facebook.

“These imposters are engaging in deceitful activities, including promising false assistance in areas like security services recruitment and job opportunities, to defraud unsuspecting individuals,” he said.

A statement issued and signed by Mr Buah, copied to the Ghana News Agency on Wednesday reminded the public to avoid falling victims to those fraudsters.

“I am officially present on Facebook including Messenger and Twitter. My only official and authentic Facebook is verified with a blue badge or mark and has over 21,000 followers,” the Member of Parliament for Ellembelle said.

“This distinguishes it from all fake accounts created in my name.”

The statement said anybody who wished to engage with him on Facebook should do so on his official account on Messenger.

“My official Twitter account is also verified with a blue mark”.

Mr Armah-Kofi Buah said he did not have accounts on Instagram, TikTok or any other platforms apart from Facebook or X, formerly Twitter.

The statement said the official social media handles for reference were Facebook: @Armah-Kofi Buah1 and Twitter:@Armah-Kofi Buah.

It urged the public to disregard and disassociate themselves from any requests for friendship or engagement from those “fraudulent accounts.”

“If you encounter any suspicious or fraudulent accounts purporting to be me, please report them immediately to me or to the Ghana Police Service for investigations and possible prosecution of these scammers,” the statement said.

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The Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia organised a New Year celebration for some of society’s most vulnerable individuals—the cured leprosy patients from the Weija Leprosarium community of the Greater Accra Region.

On Wednesday, January 1, 2025, Dr Bawumia hosted the event at his official residence in Accra, where hundreds of cured leprosy patients, along with their guardians, family members, and friends, gathered.

The event provided an opportunity for Dr Bawumia to reaffirm his commitment to supporting cured leprosy patients and improving their living conditions.

Over the years, he has demonstrated his dedication to helping these individuals by ensuring they benefit from the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme and providing them with essential items, including food and other necessities.

The event brought smiles to the faces of the cured leprosy patients, who expressed their gratitude to the outgoing Vice President and wished him the best in his future endeavours.

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President-elect John Mahama

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has, in his New Year’s message to Ghanaians, reiterated his commitment to deliver on his promises.

In a statement, the incoming president said his administration remains committed to implementing the 24-hour economy policy.

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This, he noted, will expand job opportunities and transform Ghana into an export-driven economy.

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A young man identified as Owura Kwame was tragically knocked to death on the night of December 31st, as many were preparing to usher in the year 2025.

According to a report by Lawsonmultimedia, the incident occurred in Esereso, located in the Bosomtwe Constituency of the Ashanti Region, while the deceased was crossing the road during the 31st Night crossover service.

Eyewitnesses confirm that the driver responsible for the hit-and-run fled the scene immediately after the incident, leaving the victim behind.

The report adds that locals, including those attending the Watch Night service, gathered in shock and sorrow to mourn the untimely death of the young man.

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• Prophet Nigel Gaisie has released a striking prophecy about the Black Stars and the 2026 FIFA World Cup
• Despite enduring a difficult 2024, the Black Stars would be hopeful of securing a spot in next year’s competition
• The 2026 Mundial, which will be hosted by Mexico, the United States and Canada, has been deemed a life-transforming moment

Prophet Nigel Gaisie, the leader of Prophetic Hill Chapel, has made a bold declaration regarding Ghana’s national football team.

Speaking during the 31st-night crossover service, the renowned cleric shared a vision about the Black Stars’ future, asserting that they will qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Prophet Nigel Gaisie’s Black Stars prophecy

In his address, Prophet Nigel emphasised that God had revealed this outcome, even amid Ghana’s current struggles on the football stage.

“I’m happy the Sports Minister [Mustapha Usif] is here. The Lord told me that Ghana will qualify for the World Cup.

“I saw the Ghana Black Stars in the next World Cup,” he proclaimed, as quoted by Ghanaweb.

Black Stars’ 2024 performance in retrospect

The prophecy comes after a challenging period for Ghana’s senior men’s football team.

Their 2024 campaign was marred by poor performances, managing only two victories throughout the year, per ESPN.

The team’s struggles were highlighted by their failure to secure a spot in the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Finishing at the bottom of their qualifying group, they failed to register a single win and netted just three goals across the series.

2026 World Cup hopes still alive

Despite these setbacks, the Black Stars’ performances in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers have kept their hopes alive.

Ghana’s two victories last year came in this campaign, securing wins against Mali and the Central African Republic.

These results leave them tied with Comoros on nine points at the top of their group after four matches.

The qualification race continues in March, with crucial encounters against Chad and Madagascar.

Success in these fixtures could solidify Ghana’s chances of returning to the global stage after a turbulent few years.

Prophet Nigel Gaisie’s prophecy track record

Prophet Nigel is no stranger to bold predictions.

According to Asaase Radio, his reputation soared after his chilling prophecy about the late dancehall star Ebony Reigns, who tragically passed in a car accident, came true in 2018.

Beyond football, the renowned cleric made numerous predictions on New Year’s Eve, including forewarnings about security threats in Ghana on January 7, 8, and 9 and extreme weather conditions in Europe during 2025.

A nation awaits

With Ghana’s football fans eager for redemption after a challenging year, Prophet Nigel’s prediction offers a glimmer of hope.

While the Black Stars face an uphill task, the team’s recent victories in World Cup qualifiers demonstrate that a turnaround is possible.

For now, the nation holds its breath, awaiting March’s decisive fixtures.

Ex-Ghana star expresses concerns about Black Stars

YEN.com.gh previously reported former Black Stars striker Anthony Yeboah expressing concerns about Ghana’s senior national team selection process.

Yeboah shed light on underlying issues within the team’s structure, recounting a personal experience to illustrate his point.

The former Eintracht Frankfurt star revealed that when he recommended a promising player to a team official, he was met with an unexpected demand.

Source: YEN.com.gh

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has dismissed claims circulating about recent recruitment activities, labelling them as false and unfounded.

In a statement released on Monday, December 23, and signed by Dr. Da-Costa Aboagye, the Chief Executive of the NHIA, the Authority categorically refuted assertions regarding ongoing or recent recruitment exercises. It clarified that all recruitment activities for 2024 were concluded in October.

The NHIA also clarified its role concerning appointments and confirmations for director-level positions, noting that these are the sole responsibility of the Public Services Commission. The Authority’s involvement is limited to communicating outcomes to applicants after receiving a full report from the Commission.

The NHIA further urged the public to disregard any false claims or threats about last-minute recruitment activities, reaffirming its commitment to operational transparency and adherence to established procedures.

“We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all our operations. We encourage anyone with questions or concerns to contact the NHIA directly through our official communication channels for clarification.” They added.

Dr Bawumia and his wife serving food at the Weija Leprosarium

The Vice President and the 2024 Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and his wife, Samira Bawumia, spent the New Year at the Weija Leprosarium in Accra.

This information was shared on the X page of Citi FM on Wednesday, January 1, 2024, stating, “Vice President @mbawumia and his wife, @SBawumia, celebrate the New Year with the beautiful community at the Weija Leprosarium.”

In a video accompanying the post, Dr. Bawumia and his wife are seen interacting with the community and serving food at the Leprosarium.

The Vice President, who is a Patron of Lepers Aid Ghana, has been a regular visitor to the Weija Leprosarium, demonstrating his continued support for the community.

It was established mainly for cured lepers and to serve as a haven for them against the stigmatisation.

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Vice President @mbawumia and his wife, @SBawumia, celebrate the New Year with the beautiful community at the Weija Leprosarium!

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— CITI FM 97.3 (@Citi973) January 1, 2025

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