Businessman Ibrahim Mahama has strongly denied reports suggesting he is interested in acquiring the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO), describing the claims as false and malicious.

In a statement issued by his Special Aide, Rafik Mahama, the businessman rejected allegations made during a demonstration organised by the Labour Union of VALCO, where some protesters reportedly claimed he intended to take over the state-owned aluminium company.

According to the statement, Ibrahim Mahama has no interest in acquiring VALCO and has not made any offer to purchase the company.

The statement further described the allegations as the latest in what it called several attempts to tarnish Mr Mahama’s reputation and question his integrity in the public domain.

It emphasised that the businessman has built a strong reputation through legally established and acquired businesses, noting that his companies operate in full compliance with Ghana’s laws.

The statement added that the longevity of his businesses, which have remained successful through seven election cycles, demonstrates their credibility, professionalism, and adherence to legal and ethical standards.

“Ibrahim Mahama remains committed to contributing to Ghana’s development by investing in business opportunities both within the country and beyond,” the statement said.

It also revealed that the businessman has instructed his lawyers to begin the necessary legal processes against those responsible for publishing and spreading the alleged false claims.

The statement was written by Rafik Mahama, Special Aide to Ibrahim Mahama, under the heading “False Media Publication of Takeover of VALCO by Mr Ibrahim Mahama.”

The Ashanti Regional Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Yahya Salifu, has questioned why businessman Henry Okum remains free while Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is serving a 20-year prison sentence, describing the situation as selective justice.

Addressing a phone interview with Kojo Preko Dankwa on Kessben Maakye show in Accra, Salifu said party members were deeply saddened by Wontumi’s conviction, explaining that the event was organized to register their displeasure over the court’s decision.
“We were grieved to hear that Chairman Wontumi had been given a 20-year jail term. That is why we organized this press conference to demonstrate our displeasure,” he said.

Salifu also endorsed comments previously made by the NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, who described Wontumi as a political prisoner.
He argued that if Wontumi had been found guilty, then Henry Okum – whom he alleged admitted involvement in illegal mining activities—should also face prosecution.
“If Wontumi is guilty, then Henry Okum should also be found guilty and jailed,” Salifu stated.

According to him, Okum was “home eating fufu” on the day Wontumi was sentenced despite his alleged involvement in the matter.
The NPP youth organizer further claimed that legal experts had explained that holders of large-scale mining concessions are legally permitted to authorize third parties to operate or extract minerals from their concessions.
He maintained that Wontumi possessed genuine documentation covering the mining concession in question and questioned why Okum, whom he described as a third party, appeared to have been left out of the prosecution after allegedly entering a plea bargain.

Salifu concluded that the circumstances surrounding the case raise concerns about equal application of the law and called for all persons connected to the matter to be treated fairly under Ghana’s justice system.

By Maurice Otoo

Tension has erupted in the Awutu Senya East Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) after some party members reportedly locked up the constituency office in protest against the suspension of Constituency Chairman, Stephen Ofosu Agyare.

The aggrieved members say the chairman was suspended for five months by the party’s regional and national executives over alleged misconduct said to have tarnished the image of the NDC.

According to the group, members identifying themselves as the Zongo Ward, dressed in red attire and head bands stormed the party office at Kasoa, locked the premises, and openly challenged anyone to retrieve the keys if they had the courage.
The protesters later marched to the chairman’s residence, insisting they would not hand over the office keys until the suspension is revoked.

They further alleged that the disciplinary action stemmed from a petition filed by the constituency Member of Parliament, Phyllis Naa Koryoo Okunor, over what they described as continuous attacks and inflammatory comments made against her since she assumed office.

The petition reportedly accused Chairman Ofosu Agyare of defaming the MP and creating disunity within the constituency.
The supporters argued that the suspension is a calculated attempt to prevent the chairman from contesting the party’s upcoming constituency elections expected in September, a move they say they will fiercely resist.

They also claimed that individuals opposed to the chairman are behind the suspension.
Meanwhile, the police have reportedly invited one of the individuals involved in the incident for questioning as investigations continue.

By Maurice Otoo

Regional Tribunals have received overwhelming public support, with 63% of Ghanaians approving the government’s proposal to establish the new judicial bodies, according to a fresh poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics.

The findings come at a time when the legislation establishing the Regional Tribunals is awaiting presidential assent, following parliamentary approval.

The nationwide survey revealed that only 19% of respondents oppose the creation of the tribunals, while 17% remain undecided or have no opinion on the matter.

63% of Ghanaians Approve Regional Tribunals

The Longitudinal National Telephone Tracking Poll – Baseline conducted by Global InfoAnalytics shows that nearly two-thirds of Ghanaian voters support the establishment of Regional Tribunals.

The poll results indicate:

• 63% approve of the Regional Tribunals proposal.
• 19% disapprove of the initiative.
• 17% have no opinion.

The results point to significant public backing for the proposed tribunals despite political discussions surrounding their creation.

NDC Supporters Record Highest Approval

The survey also highlighted differences in support levels among voters based on political affiliation.

According to Global InfoAnalytics:

• 82% of NDC voters support Regional Tribunals.
• 55% of floating voters approve the proposal.
• 60% of supporters of other political parties back the initiative.
• 45% of NPP voters support the establishment of Regional Tribunals.
• Among voters who did not reveal their political affiliation, 48% expressed approval.

The findings suggest that while support is strongest among NDC supporters, the proposal also enjoys backing across different political groups.

Nationwide Poll Covers All 16 Regions

The Global InfoAnalytics survey was conducted from July 15 to July 24, 2026, involving 7,761 registered voters across Ghana’s 16 regions.

The poll was conducted with a 99% confidence level and a margin of error of ±1.5%.

The research forms part of Global InfoAnalytics’ longitudinal tracking project, which measures changes in public opinion every two months on key national issues.

Public Debate Continues Over Regional Tribunals

The proposed Regional Tribunals have generated political and public discussions, with supporters arguing that they will improve access to justice and strengthen regional-level adjudication.

Opponents, however, have raised concerns about implementation and the possible political implications of establishing new judicial structures.

With majority public approval recorded in the latest survey, the debate over the future of Regional Tribunals is expected to continue as government moves toward implementation.

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24-Hour Economy has emerged as the lowest-rated government policy in a new nationwide survey conducted by Global InfoAnalytics, raising concerns about public perception of one of President John Dramani Mahama’s flagship economic initiatives.

The 24-Hour Economy policy scored 4.2 out of 10 in the Longitudinal National Telephone Tracking Poll – Baseline, placing it at the bottom among six major government programmes assessed by Ghanaian voters.

The survey measured public views on key government policies and programmes, with respondents rating each initiative based on their level of confidence and satisfaction.

According to the Global InfoAnalytics poll, the ratings for the government’s major policies were as follows:

• No-Academic-Fee Policy – 6.1/10
• $10 Billion Big Push Programme – 6.0/10
• Tax Reliefs – 5.8/10
• National Apprenticeship and Adwumawura Programme – 5.5/10
• Women’s Development Bank – 4.6/10
• 24-Hour Economy – 4.2/10

The results suggest that although some government programmes have received moderate public approval, the 24-Hour Economy is yet to convince a significant number of voters about its impact and implementation.

Public Reaction to 24-Hour Economy Policy

The 24-Hour Economy was introduced as a major economic strategy aimed at expanding productivity, creating employment opportunities, and encouraging businesses to operate beyond traditional working hours.

The policy is expected to support industrial growth, increase economic activity, and provide more job opportunities for young people.

However, the latest poll indicates that public understanding and confidence in the initiative remain lower compared with other government programmes.

Mahama Maintains Strong Approval Rating

Despite the low rating of the 24-Hour Economy, the Global InfoAnalytics survey showed strong approval for President John Dramani Mahama’s overall performance.

The poll revealed that:

• 72% of respondents approve of President Mahama’s performance.
• 21% disapprove.
• 7% remain undecided.

The survey also found that 60% of respondents believe Ghana is moving in the right direction, while 28% believe the country is heading in the wrong direction.

Details of the Global InfoAnalytics Poll

The Global InfoAnalytics Longitudinal National Telephone Tracking Poll – Baseline was conducted from July 15 to July 24, 2026.

The research involved 7,761 registered voters across Ghana’s 16 regions.

The study is designed to track public opinion over time by following the same group of respondents every two months.

The poll has a 99% confidence level with a margin of error of ±1.5%.

The latest findings place the 24-Hour Economy at the centre of public debate as government continues efforts to promote economic transformation.

While President Mahama maintains strong approval ratings, the survey highlights the need for increased public engagement and communication on the objectives, benefits, and implementation of the 24-Hour Economy policy.

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