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July 4, 2024 - Scorecard Day, President Akufo-Addo, A Weeping Paramount Chief & More
Ep. 126

July 4, 2024 - Scorecard Day, President Akufo-Addo, A Weeping Paramount Chief & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes talks about a woman from a few weeks ago who had her container seized by the Ayawaso East Municipal Assembly, but through the help of Johnnie’s Bite, received the container back. Throwbacks to President Akufo-Addo claiming Ghana would be transformed in 18 months whilst he was in opposition. A paramount chief who wept in public over development projects and road contracts.

July 3, 2024 - Streetlights Not Working Across Accra, CLOGSAG on Strike & Chief Bugri Naabu - COP Alex Mensah Report
Ep. 125

July 3, 2024 - Streetlights Not Working Across Accra, CLOGSAG on Strike & Chief Bugri Naabu - COP Alex Mensah Report

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes receives results, as a board member of the National Road Safety Authority reaches out to speak about the true situation of things. A streetlight situation in Aburi, around the Peduase Lodge area. CLOGSAG on strike over salary issues. Fallout from the Chief Bugri Naabu - COP Alex Mensah report, and Lawyer Ataa Achia not signing.

July 2, 2024 - National Road Safety Authority, Kenya Protests Against Ruto
Ep. 124

July 2, 2024 - National Road Safety Authority, Kenya Protests Against Ruto

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes talks about the National Road Safety Authority, their forgotten claims about seatbelts and bins in public transport (trotros), and whether or not they are enforcing their true mandate. The Kenyan protests, and the problem with African leaders.

July 1, 2024 - A Republic Day Special (It Should Have Been A Holiday…)
Ep. 123

July 1, 2024 - A Republic Day Special (It Should Have Been A Holiday…)

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes talks about the previous holiday celebration of July 1 each year as Republic Day, changed by President Akufo-Addo’s regime to be a commemorative day instead. The lack of respect displayed towards chiefs by the President and members of the ruling NPP government, telling chiefs at functions to get up. A sewage tank at the Weija Junction, 20 meters from the main road, which has been left broken down for the last two weeks. The owner of a vehicle who dropped two garbage bags by a bush around the Legon Bypass. Where money paid for certain services at the Kotoka International Airport goes in the end. Concerns within the NPP, specifically regarding Pius Hadzide.

June 28, 2024 - No Central Region Airport, Leaking STC Buses & GIHOC
Ep. 122

June 28, 2024 - No Central Region Airport, Leaking STC Buses & GIHOC

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the people of the Central Region still not having an airport in their region. Prison officers not being paid certain allowances. The state of STC buses, after a video showing a leaking bus during rainfall. Revelations on GIHOC, including nonpayment of social security contributions and the arrest of a breastfeeding mother.

June 27, 2024 - Throwback Thursday + Cost of Living & Land Grabbing
Ep. 121

June 27, 2024 - Throwback Thursday + Cost of Living & Land Grabbing

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes digs into the archives, first with a video of Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh clamoring for change before the 2016 elections. Dr Bawumia’s previous stance on Free SHS and first statements on the Economic Management Team. Cost of living soaring The Upper West Lands Commission addressing the illegal development of a fuel station. Ken Ofori-Atta’s old statements on President Mahama’s management of the economy in his first term.

June 26, 2024 - Young People and Their Voting Choices, Teshie Water Quality, Bank of Ghana on Advance Payments & More
Ep. 120

June 26, 2024 - Young People and Their Voting Choices, Teshie Water Quality, Bank of Ghana on Advance Payments & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses young people and what they consider before voting for a presidential and parliamentary candidate. Residents of Teshie receive poor quality of water. The Bank of Ghana issued notice on an amendment of rules of advance payments on goods and services, which they once gave sanctions on. More on Dr Benedict Bonaventure Aligebame.

June 25, 2024 - Daily Guide Attacks & NABCO Trainee Allowances
Ep. 119

June 25, 2024 - Daily Guide Attacks & NABCO Trainee Allowances

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses a Daily Guide publication attacking himself, Roland Walker, Berla Mundi and Naa Ashorkor. NABCO trainees still owed their allowances, despite several promises from the government.

June 21, 2024 - Brian Acheampong responds to SSNIT Hotel Protest, Dr Aligebame Again
Ep. 118

June 21, 2024 - Brian Acheampong responds to SSNIT Hotel Protest, Dr Aligebame Again

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the Trades Union Congress joining with Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa on the hotel demonstration, and Brian Acheampong’s response. Dr Benedict Bonaventure Aligebame’s continued disregard towards the official end of his tenure at ICCOR. The Kojo Ashong bridge situation.

June 20, 2024 - Auditor General Tenure Extended & Throwbacks of President Akufo-Addo
Ep. 117

June 20, 2024 - Auditor General Tenure Extended & Throwbacks of President Akufo-Addo

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the President extending the tenure of the Auditor General by two years, despite his approach towards retirement. President Akufo-Addo’s statements in his quest for power prior to his victory in the 2016 elections. The OSP calling himself the lonely, crying bird. Presidential aspirants within the NPP disagreeing with the way things have been ran in this government, prior to the election of Dr Bawumia.

June 18, 2024 - Hajj Costs, Labadi Beach Hotel Throwback, Menzgold & More
Ep. 115

June 18, 2024 - Hajj Costs, Labadi Beach Hotel Throwback, Menzgold & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the debate over the cost of Hajj Labadi Beach Hotel Hands Off Our Hotels demonstration Throwback to Menzgold saga, and where NAM1 is The state of the Independence Square AGLOW’s statement on the state of Ghana’s economy A Winneba trauma patient abandoned in the bush, leading to her death

June 14, 2024 - Dr. Okoe-Boye’s Promise, Bank of Ghana vs Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom and STC Insurance
Ep. 114

June 14, 2024 - Dr. Okoe-Boye’s Promise, Bank of Ghana vs Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom and STC Insurance

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the Global Fund’s locked up commodities at the port Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye’s promise to clear the locked up medicines. The Progressive People’s Party’s rejoinder on the Bank of Ghana’s statement on Papa Kwesi Nduom and GN Bank. Nana Akomea’s reveal of Enterprise Insurance insuring the State Transport Corporation (STC), thereby not doing business with another state entity.

June 11, 2024 - The Fight Against Galamsey and Tackling It
Ep. 103

June 11, 2024 - The Fight Against Galamsey and Tackling It

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses A Ghana Armed Forces statement cautioning the public against violence against servicemen. A call to action in the fight against galamsey Nana Akomea’s honest stance on NABCO trainees and delayed payments.

June 10, 2024 - Dr. Aligebame, Tier 2 Payments & The Fight Against Galamsey
Ep. 102

June 10, 2024 - Dr. Aligebame, Tier 2 Payments & The Fight Against Galamsey

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses Upcoming press conference on Dr. Benedict Bonaventure Aligebame Tier 2 payments not being made by several institutions Landlord in Volta Region dies after being arrested and beaten by Police The rush to Parliament by persons who have made questionable statements The fight against galamsey

June 6, 2024 - “Dumsor” Continues, Food Inflation & More
Ep. 100

June 6, 2024 - “Dumsor” Continues, Food Inflation & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses The apparent electricity crisis plaguing the country Labadi Beach Hotel beachfront not self-owned? Prices of food items surging Fire affects part of Kwame Nkrumah Interchange The state of the Darkuman Junction road

June 5, 2024 - Why is the EC Flip-Flopping? + STC Press Release
Ep. 99

June 5, 2024 - Why is the EC Flip-Flopping? + STC Press Release

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses The EC making a U-Turn in their stance on political parties having observers at places where votes are transferred John Dumelo voicing concerns on the rights of people to vote. STC’s press release on the debts they owe and other issues

June 4, 2024 - STC Today
Ep. 98

June 4, 2024 - STC Today

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses Special schools still not receiving their grants from the government STC owing SSNIT GH₵6 Million and ADB GH₵140 Million, along with a plethora of issues.

June 3, 2024 - NHIS to Aid Dialysis Patients, New Jersey NPP-USA Lashing Out & More
Ep. 97

June 3, 2024 - NHIS to Aid Dialysis Patients, New Jersey NPP-USA Lashing Out & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses NHIS alleviating dialysis cost stress on families The state of government hospitals The failures of NABCO A founding father of the New Jersey NPP-USA chapter calling President Akufo-Addo a “failure”. Ghana’s staggering imports list from Burkina Faso The Komenda Sugar Factory

May 24, 2024 - The SSNIT Hotel Saga Continues
Ep. 93

May 24, 2024 - The SSNIT Hotel Saga Continues

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the shrouded nature of the GRA-SML deal. The SSNIT hotel saga with Bryan Acheampong. Sammy Gyamfi vs Godfred Dame

May 23, 2024 - The EC, “Kayayie” Skills Training Centre & Secret Recruitments
Ep. 92

May 23, 2024 - The EC, “Kayayie” Skills Training Centre & Secret Recruitments

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes talks about the Electoral Commission calling certain errors “insignificant” A “Kayayie” Skills Training Centre Ekow Vincent Assafuah stating that the NPP cannot win the 2024 Elections by talking about Free SHS Henry Quartey denying secret recruitment into Ghana’s security services.

May 17, 2024 - SCC - Kasoa - Winneba Highway Floods & More
Ep. 89

May 17, 2024 - SCC - Kasoa - Winneba Highway Floods & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes speaks about the constant flooding on the Kasoa road and distress that people in the area face. A petition by Professor Ransford Gyampo and Lawyer Martin Kpebu to Parliament.

May 14, 2024 - The EC, The Depreciation of the Cedi & More
Ep. 86

May 14, 2024 - The EC, The Depreciation of the Cedi & More

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes talks about the Electoral Commission and a few statements made by them recently. GUTA’s statement on the depreciation of the Cedi. The Sempe Stool’s displeasure with land grabbing. Failures of the Accra Mayor

May 10, 2024 - Land Grabbing in Mamprobi + Dr Bawumia on Special Schools
Ep. 85

May 10, 2024 - Land Grabbing in Mamprobi + Dr Bawumia on Special Schools

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes cites displeasure from Nii Sempe concerning land grabbing in Mamprobi, discussing how the State has taken land from stools and families for specific purposes, only to hand them over to private developers for business. A promise from Vice President and NPP Flagbearer for the 2024 Presidential Elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, on Special Schools.

May 6, 2024 - Businesses Departing Ghana, The Ghana Cedi’s Value and More on “Dumsor”
Ep. 78

May 6, 2024 - Businesses Departing Ghana, The Ghana Cedi’s Value and More on “Dumsor”

Johnnie Hughes on this episode discusses the departure of delivery service Glovo from Ghana, the beginning of the Ga Traditional Council’s ban on drumming and noisemaking, the foreign exchange rate rising as the Ghana Cedi depreciates, unstable power supply and Ghana’s ranking on the World Press Freedom Index, and a military property in Accra being subject to the land grabbing saga.

May 3, 2024 - World Press Freedom Day, Accra in Filth and Land Grabbing
Ep. 77

May 3, 2024 - World Press Freedom Day, Accra in Filth and Land Grabbing

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses World Press Freedom Day and Ahmed Suale’s death, filth slowly building at the Odorkor traffic light, and government appointees taking salary cuts as had been said 2 years prior and how much money may have been accumulated since. He finally speaks on land grabbing and a new development emerging around the Afrikiko area.

May 2, 2024 - Aboboyaas, Ejisu Bye-Elections and the Return of “Dumsor”
Ep. 76

May 2, 2024 - Aboboyaas, Ejisu Bye-Elections and the Return of “Dumsor”

On this episode, Johnnie Hughes speaks about the invasion of “aboboyaa” vehicles on many of Accra’s major roads, which have nearly caused accidents. He then speaks about the Ejisu bye-elections, and why its events and the voting pattern seen should serve as a wake-up call for everyone. He then continues speaking about Ashanti Regional Minister Simon Osei-Mensah and the response he received in the form of a walkoff during his May Day speech, and finally discusses the seeming re-emergence of “dumsor”.

April 30, 2024 - The President Drops Another Bombshell Comment
Ep. 75

April 30, 2024 - The President Drops Another Bombshell Comment

Johnnie Hughes discusses the Ejisu bye-elections, bombshell comments made by President Akufo-Addo regarding development of constituencies, SSNIT and Vice President Bawumia’s comments on the state of Ghana’s electricity supply.

April 24, 2024 - More Land Grabbing Matters + Footage from the Archives
Ep. 71

April 24, 2024 - More Land Grabbing Matters + Footage from the Archives

On this episode, Johnnie Hughes reacts to a satirical song composed by a Ghanaian citizen, which highlights the struggles posed by the unstable power supply in many parts of the country, and speaks about the Accra Metropolitan Assembly dealing with land grabbing.

April 23, 2024 - Dumsor and The Threat of Land Grabbing
Ep. 70

April 23, 2024 - Dumsor and The Threat of Land Grabbing

Johnnie Hughes talks about the current impact of the inconsistent power supply on businesses, then focuses on the very serious threat of land grabbing by certain entities, and the adverse effects it may have on the populace.

17. Apr. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the Green Ghana Day initiative, asking pressing questions & more - Johnnie's Bite
Ep. 65

17. Apr. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the Green Ghana Day initiative, asking pressing questions & more - Johnnie's Bite

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the Green Ghana Day initiative, asking questions about costs, rationale, and everything in between. He also speaks about the sentencing of former MASLOC boss Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu to 10 years in prison for causing financial loss to the State. He also looks at the government’s recently launched Performance Tracker, citing different perspectives on it. Powered by MG Digital Media

16. Apr. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses government appointments made by the President & more - Johnnie's Bite
Ep. 64

16. Apr. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses government appointments made by the President & more - Johnnie's Bite

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes logs another checkmark on his scorecard, this time in the form of an avid listener of the show, who received help from Mr. Hughes a few months ago. He then turns to discuss certain government appointments made by the office of the President and then begins to critique the “Agyapadie” document which surfaced in 2021, questioning whether or not it is a tool of control in a probable grand scheme of events for President Akufo-Addo and the NPP. Powered by MG Digital Media

15. Apr. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the light off the situation at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital & more - Johnnie's Bite
Ep. 63

15. Apr. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the light off the situation at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital & more - Johnnie's Bite

On today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses a harrowing situation at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital over the weekend caused by a power outage, as well as discussing the recently launched government performance tracker, giving a critique and delving into the data being presented on the platform. He also discusses the proposed development of Zongo communities in Ghana, and whether or not the promises made by the current government have been fulfilled. Powered by MG Digital Media

4. Apr. 2024 -Johnnie Hughes discusses the controversy with post-retirement contracts & more - Johnnie's Bite
Ep. 62

4. Apr. 2024 -Johnnie Hughes discusses the controversy with post-retirement contracts & more - Johnnie's Bite

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the controversy with post-retirement contracts, citing the President’s failure to uphold his words on putting a stop to awarding post-retirement contracts to individuals, segueing into speaking about Dr. Benedict Bonaventure Aligebam, where he plays a new audio from a meeting, exclusive to Johnnie’s Bite. Powered by MG Digital Media

3. Apr. 2024 -Johnnie Hughes discusses the marriage between the traditional priest and a 12-year-old girl & more - Johnnie's Bit
Ep. 61

3. Apr. 2024 -Johnnie Hughes discusses the marriage between the traditional priest and a 12-year-old girl & more - Johnnie's Bit

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the supposed customary marriage rites performed between a Ga Nungua Wulormor (traditional priest) and a 12-year-old girl over the weekend, which has sparked massive outrage from all corners of the country, as well as the ongoing saga concerning the outgoing director of ICOUR, Dr. Benedict Bonaventure Aligebam, and his refusal to peacefully retire from active duty. Powered by MG Digital Media

19. Mar. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the triumphs of Ghana's athletes at the ongoing 2023 African Games & more - Johnnie's B
Ep. 56

19. Mar. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the triumphs of Ghana's athletes at the ongoing 2023 African Games & more - Johnnie's B

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the triumphs of Ghana’s athletes at the ongoing 2023 African Games, but also discusses low points such as floodlights losing electricity right before a Men’s 100m heat round and the South Africa pulling out of the hockey event due to the nature of hockey pitches available for use. He also talks about Vice President Bawumia’s tweets from 2016 concerning the Electricity of Ghana. Powered by MG Digital Media

14. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the Ghana School Feeding Programme, past statements from Dr. Bawumia & more - Johnnie'
Ep. 54

14. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the Ghana School Feeding Programme, past statements from Dr. Bawumia & more - Johnnie'

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the Ghana School Feeding Programme now paying caterers for their services in the third term of the 2022/2023 academic year, before discussing another statement from then-Vice Presidential candidate Dr. Bawumia from 2016, before discussing the Ghana Airports Company and a problem with their ceiling that is being resolved. Powered by MG Digital Media

13. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes touches on ICOUR and Dr Bawumia's promise to build an airport in Cape Coast & more - Johnnie's B
Ep. 53

13. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes touches on ICOUR and Dr Bawumia's promise to build an airport in Cape Coast & more - Johnnie's B

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes touches on ICOUR and the issues of people reaching the age of retirement still occupying positions of power, Jean Mensa’s statement on politicians seeking to hold office from 2016, when she was part of the IEA before her assuming the role of Electoral Commissioner. He finally discusses Dr Bawumia’s promise to the people of Cape Coast to build an airport and other forms of infrastructure to enhance the city. Powered by MG Digital Media

7. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the functionality of traffic lights across the country & more - Johnnie's Bite
Ep. 49

7. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes discusses the functionality of traffic lights across the country & more - Johnnie's Bite

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the questionable functionality of street lights and traffic lights across the country, citing how their faulty nature has led to numerous accidents in recent times. He also talks about Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Vice President of the Republic of Ghana and Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party as its Presidential candidate, talking about his upcoming address later today. Powered by MG Digital Media

6. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes focuses on allegations made on the media being used as tools of the opposition & more - Johnnie's
Ep. 48

6. Feb. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes focuses on allegations made on the media being used as tools of the opposition & more - Johnnie's

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes focuses on allegations being made about the media being used as tools of the opposition whenever they critique the actions of the ruling government, Dr Bawumia, and his numerous quotes concerning the Economic Management Team of which he is head and more. The woes of COCOBOD are also touched on very quickly. Powered by MG Digital Media

31. Jan. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes talks about the President, discussing comments made about Ekumfi & more - Johnnie's Bite
Ep. 46

31. Jan. 2024 - Johnnie Hughes talks about the President, discussing comments made about Ekumfi & more - Johnnie's Bite

In today’s episode of Johnnie’s Bite, Johnnie Hughes talks specifically about the President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo,, discussing various controversial comments of his that have caused stirs in the public, including the most recent comments made about Ekumfi not being in his focus as the result of the people not choosing the NPP’s Member of Parliament candidate during their elections. Powered by MG Digital Media