Dr. Charles Dwamena, popularly known as Dr. China, has distinguished himself as a visionary and grassroots-centered leader whose ideas reflect a deep understanding of the realities of party members at the base. At a time when many speak about empowering the grassroots, he has demonstrated the courage and clarity to design practical systems that directly improve their welfare.

As NPP National Treasurer, his proposal of the Group Accident Insurance Scheme remains one of the most forward-thinking policies ever introduced within the party. It was simple, sustainable, and impactful. With just GHS 1.47 deducted from the minimum annual dues of GHS 24, every member in good standing would have been covered, guaranteeing GHS 100,000 for accidental death or permanent disability, weekly income support for temporary disability, and up to GHS 10,000 in medical care. This was not merely a welfare policy; it was a strategic intervention that combined member protection with financial strengthening of the party.

What makes this initiative even more compelling is that it enjoyed 98.14% support from the grassroots. A clear indication that Dr. China’s leadership resonates with the base and responds directly to their needs. It was a rare opportunity for the party to institutionalize care, build loyalty, and create a strong emotional bond with its members.

Yet, despite its overwhelming support and obvious benefits, this policy was frustrated and never implemented. That failure represents one of the biggest missed opportunities for the NPP, a chance to move from rhetoric to reality in addressing grassroots welfare. The party had before it a ready-made solution to protect its members, motivate its base, and strengthen its internal systems, but internal bottlenecks denied it that breakthrough.

It is within this context that Dr. China’s ambition to serve as NPP General Secretary becomes both relevant and urgent. His experience as Treasurer has exposed the gaps in execution and the structural constraints that stall progress. More importantly, it has strengthened his resolve to fix them.

Dr. China is not offering promises; he is offering proven ideas waiting to be implemented. His vision is clear—to build a party where the grassroots are not only mobilized during elections but are protected, valued, and supported at all times.

In essence, what was halted at the level of Treasurer can be fully realized at the level of General Secretary. And for a party seeking renewal and reconnection with its base, Dr. China represents a practical, results-oriented leadership, one that turns vision into action and places the grassroots at the center of party progress.

DR CHINA FOR NPP GENERAL SECRETARY IS NON- NEGOTIABLE

Obiri Yeboah

Former Polling Station Organizer

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Kaakyire Badu writes:

Donald Trump has threatened to wipe out Iran within hours. He said he will destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges, and even wipe out an entire civilization. But Tehran is not showing fear. Iranian officials are pushing back, and many people are asking if the U.S. is bluffing, and if Iran is ready to call that bluff. This situation raises two main questions.

First, if this is really about the Strait of Hormuz and Trump wants it open, and if he truly has the power to destroy bridges, power plants, or an entire country as he claims, why doesn’t he use that power on the Strait alone? Why threaten the whole nation instead of just taking control of that waterway so ships can pass? Does this mean Iran is so strong at the Strait of Hormuz that even American power cannot do anything there?

Second, Iran’s reaction is strange. When faced with threats to destroy power plants, bridges, and send the country back to the Stone Age, Tehran still looks calm. A country that is weaker militarily would usually try to back down. Iran is instead waiting to see what Trump will do. Is that confidence, a mistake, or are they hiding something?

Does Iran have some hidden power that can match or beat the U.S., and they are just staying quiet and playing weak while they wait? America has said Iran must not build nuclear weapons. Could it be that Iran has already built a nuclear weapon in secret—one that America does not know about—that can reach the U.S. and kill many people? Would that explain why they are not afraid?

Or could it be that other countries like Russia or China are secretly backing Iran? Are they promising to help Iran so it will not surrender? Something about this does not add up, and the whole world could be affected. Many people are now talking about World War III.

My own belief, based on the Bible, is that there will not be a real World War III. I believe God would step in before that happens. But things do look strange right now. It could also be that Bible prophecies are being fulfilled, and that God is hardening hearts like He did with Pharaoh. Pharaoh had a simple way to save Egypt and his family, but he could not obey, and disaster came on him and on Israel.

I think we should be concerned:

That may be the pattern we are seeing now.

The Minority in Parliament has intensified calls for the immediate removal of the GH₵1 fuel levy, warning that the policy is exacerbating the financial strain on Ghanaians already battling rising living costs.

Speaking to journalists in Parliament, the Deputy Ranking Member of the Energy Committee, Collins Adomako Mensah, described the continued imposition of the levy as unjustifiable and punitive.

“The justification for this levy no longer exists. Keeping it is not policy—it is punishment,” he stated, urging government to urgently repeal the Energy Sector Levy Amendment Act, 2025 under a certificate of urgency.

The renewed pressure from the Minority comes against the backdrop of escalating global tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, as well as disruptions to oil supply routes following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz—developments that have triggered a sharp increase in fuel prices.

Energy analysts warn that crude oil prices could surge to between $110 and $120 per barrel if the conflict persists. This could drive petrol prices in Ghana to as high as GH₵15 to GH₵17 per litre.

As of the second pricing window in March 2026, diesel was retailing at GH₵15.60 per litre, while petrol prices had already crossed GH₵12.40 per litre.

Mr. Mensah noted that the GH₵1 levy was originally introduced to support liquid fuel procurement and address longstanding debts within the energy sector. However, he argued that the government has already met these obligations.

According to him, between January and December 2025, approximately $1.47 billion was spent to stabilise the sector, including the full repayment of the GH₵597 million World Bank partial risk guarantee and the settlement of outstanding gas supply invoices.

“With the debt addressed and guarantees restored, the so-called One Ghana Cedi Levy serves no purpose and should be repealed immediately,” he stressed.

He further revealed that the Minority will push for a broader review of taxes and levies embedded in fuel pricing, with the aim of identifying opportunities to ease the burden on consumers.

The caucus had earlier staged a walkout in protest against the levy, citing weak fiscal justification and poor timing. They now maintain that urgent government intervention is needed to shield households from worsening economic hardship driven by global oil market volatility.