General News
President Mahama preaches sacrifice, love and unity at Good Friday Miracle Service
President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to embrace the spirit of sacrifice, justice and national unity in his Easter message delivered at the 2025 Good Friday Miracle Service held at the Independence Square in Accra.
Speaking before a packed crowd at one of the country’s largest annual Christian gatherings, the President emphasized the importance of carrying one another’s burdens and living lives rooted in truth, love, and purpose.
In a message deeply aligned with the spiritual and moral themes of Easter, President Mahama urged citizens to reflect on their personal sacrifices, their commitment to Christ and their responsibility to one another.
“Today, we gather not just as a congregation or a church—we gather as a family of believers united by the message of the cross. Good Friday is a solemn occasion… it is, for many of us, emotional, because it reminds us of the pain, the rejection, and the ultimate sacrifice of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. It reminds us of the suffering He endured so that we might have life—and have it more abundantly,” he said.
“As we remember His suffering today, we are all called to respond not only with gratitude but with action—to tell the world about the sacrifice He made for us. We are called to live lives that reflect the love of Christ,” he stressed.
Citing Isaiah 53:3-5, Luke 23:34, John 15:12-13, and Galatians 6:2, President Mahama urged Ghanaians not to merely profess Christianity, but to truly embody the character of Christ by showing love, offering help, and supporting one another.
“My brothers and sisters, if Christ laid down His life for us, how much more should we be willing to lay down our pride, resentment, division, and hatred toward one another? We must not merely pretend to be Christians. We must not just claim to be followers of Jesus Christ. We must live Christ-like lives. So if anyone among you, in this assembly or congregation, is holding a grudge or in conflict with someone, this is the moment to let it go. Leave that burden here, and go back to that person and show them love—the same love that Christ has shown you,” he said.
“We are also called to carry one another’s burdens, as Paul teaches in Galatians 6:2. This means we must help each other, love one another, and support one another through life’s struggles. Many around us are suffering—not only spiritually, but physically, emotionally, and materially. Some haven’t even eaten today because they simply cannot afford a meal. That’s why Christ calls us to give generously.
There are also those among us who have more than enough—you had breakfast, you had lunch, and when you return home, there’s fufu, light soup, and aponkye waiting for you. We must learn to share in the burdens of others.”
The President further encouraged the nation to let the hope of the resurrection inspire resilience, affirming that with Christ, Ghanaians can overcome any challenge.
“Are we standing for justice? Are we living as the salt and light we are called to be?” he asked. “Even when the night is darkest, we must trust in Christ. Though Friday may be the darkest day, resurrection is coming. We must walk together in unity and in truth.”
Good Friday Miracle Service
The Good Friday Miracle Service, organized by Evangelist Dag Heward-Mills and the United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches, drew thousands of worshippers from across Ghana and beyond.
Centred on themes of salvation, healing, and the message of the cross, the service featured powerful moments of prayer, worship, healing, and mass altar calls.
Evangelist Heward-Mills urged the congregation to come in faith, declaring: “Bring the sick, bring the broken, bring the lost — Jesus still saves, heals, and delivers!”
Many worshippers, some of whom arrived hours before the 3 p.m. start, described the atmosphere as “electric” and “life-changing.”
Source: Graphic Online
Crime and Investigation
OSP Charges Paul Adom-Otchere Over GACL Contract; Fails to Meet Bail Conditions
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has formally charged Paul Adom-Otchere, former Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), alongside two other individuals, in connection with a contentious revenue assurance contract.
Despite being granted bail, Mr. Adom-Otchere remains in custody after failing to meet the bail requirement of providing two landed properties registered in his name. He reportedly informed investigators that he does not own any such properties in Ghana, making compliance with the condition unattainable.
Also charged are Otchere Kwame Baffour Awuah, Group Executive for Commercial Services at GACL, and Albert Adjetey Adjei-Laryea, Chief Executive Officer of Devnest Systems.
The charges stem from an ongoing investigation into a revenue assurance contract awarded to a private firm allegedly linked to the owner of Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML). The OSP is examining suspected procurement violations, including the alleged sole-sourcing of a company that did not receive board approval from GACL.
Mr. Adom-Otchere was summoned for questioning on Thursday, July 31, following a formal notice issued on July 25, 2025.
In an interview with Citi Newsroom prior to his appearance before the OSP, Adom-Otchere described the investigation as politically driven. “I describe this as a witch-hunt,” he stated, asserting that he played no part in executing the contract. “The contract in question was signed by the Managing Director of Ghana Airports Company, and I was not even aware it had been executed.”
He further questioned why the investigation is focused on him instead of the GACL management officials who handled the contract process.
The OSP is expected to release additional information on the case and outline the next steps in the legal process in the coming days.
Nicholas Lenin Anane Agyei, legal representative for Paul Adom-Otchere, has condemned the bail terms set by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), describing them as harsh and discriminatory.
This follows the OSP’s directive that Mr. Adom-Otchere, former Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), must present two landed properties registered in his name before securing bail. Despite being officially granted bail, he remains in custody due to his inability to meet this condition.
Speaking on Channel One Newsroom on Thursday, July 31, Mr. Agyei expressed concern that the OSP’s demands appear intended to deliberately prolong Mr. Adom-Otchere’s detention.
He argued that the requirement was not only excessive but also unfair to individuals without significant assets.
“Asking for two landed properties in the name of the accused is an unreasonable demand, especially when it’s known he doesn’t own any. It’s as though the system is designed to deny bail to those without wealth,” he said.
Mr. Agyei further revealed that during preliminary procedures, Mr. Adom-Otchere had clearly indicated that he does not possess any landed properties. Despite this disclosure, the OSP still made such a condition central to his bail.
“It’s concerning that the OSP would insist on such conditions even after learning about his lack of property ownership. This, in our view, amounts to a veiled attempt to keep him behind bars,” he added.
He assured the public that the legal team is actively pursuing all lawful channels to challenge the conditions and secure the release of his client.
Crime and Investigation
OSP Invites Former GACL Board Chair Paul Adom-Otchere Over Suspected Corruption in Audit Deal
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has summoned Paul Adom-Otchere, the former Board Chairman of Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), for questioning as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and financial irregularities.
The probe focuses on a revenue assurance audit contract between GACL and a private firm, with suspicions surrounding the financial management and accounting of airport revenues under the agreement.
In an official letter dated July 25, 2025, the OSP identified Mr. Adom-Otchere as a suspect in the matter, citing potential corruption and corruption-related offenses. He has been asked to appear at the OSP’s South Ridge office on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Confirming receipt of the summons in an interview with Myjoyonline.com, Mr. Adom-Otchere, who recently completed his term as board chair, disclosed that his legal team has requested a new date—Monday, August 4—due to court engagements in Kumasi.
While pledging his full cooperation, he expressed surprise at being singled out, arguing that the decision-making around the contract was primarily handled by GACL management and its managing director, both of whom remain in office and available to assist with the inquiry.
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