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ABANTU for Development hail Prof Naana Jane, EC boss
ABANTU for Development, a non-governmental organisation and Women’s Manifesto Coalition (WMC) Ghana have congratulated Ghana’s first female President-Elect, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang on her feat.
The groups also lauded Mrs Jean Adukwei Mensah, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission for organising a peaceful election.
ABANTU for Development, a women’s right policy advocacy organisation described as proud moments in Ghana’s history the roles played by the two women.
A statement copied to The Spectator in Accra on Tuesday, said that “This is what will improve and enhance gender responsiveness in the implementation of legislation, development of national security frameworks and policy outcomes for everyone” she explained.
It specially congratulated Mrs Jean Mensah for ensuring a peaceful election in both 2020 and 2024 elections.
It said “women are very versatile” and advised that women were given more roles in parliament to champion a positive cause.
“We are confident that Mrs Jean Mensah will remain steadfast and focused in serving the country by providing a powerful voice in the area of governance.”
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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The Boundary Commission of Ghana, led by the Commissioner General, Major General Emmanuel Kotia (Ph.D), paid a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, at his office in Accra.
Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak welcomed the delegation and expressed his appreciation for the Commission’s efforts in maintaining Ghana’s territorial integrity.
The Minister assured the Commission of the Ministry’s continued support and collaboration in their endeavors.
Major General Kotia emphasised the Commission’s crucial role in identifying border crossing boundaries, which guides security agencies in carrying out their duties across various borders, ensuring national security and stability.
He also expressed gratitude to the Ministry for the cooperation the Commission has had in addressing boundary-related issues with the Ministry and Ghana Immigration Service.
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CSA working closely with X to restore President Mahama’s page
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has provided an update on President Mahama’s Twitter page hack.
According to them in a statement today, in the early hours of Monday, March 17, 2025, the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) received a report concerning the compromise of President John Dramani Mahama’s X (formerly Twitter) account, @JDMahama.
According to them, the account has been used to promote a cryptocurrency called “Solana Africa”.
They revealed, “We understand the public concern this incident has generated and are actively addressing the situation. “
The Authority noted that they are working closely with X and other relevant stakeholders to
address this incident and prevent future occurrences.
The CSA will provide further updates as the investigation progresses.
