Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revealed alleged irregularities in the issuance of service passports, including claims that two individuals paid US$29,000 and US$5,000 respectively to secure the official travel documents.

In a phone interview on Kessben Maakye show in Accra, Francis Gborglah, Director of Information and Public Affairs Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, disclosed that the ministry received a complaint on October 8, 2026, concerning a man who allegedly arranged with an officer to obtain a service passport despite knowing that such documents are reserved for eligible government officials assigned official duties.

According to him, following the complaint, a committee was established on October 13,2026 to investigate the matter.
He revealed that the investigation uncovered an incident involving the alleged passport arrangement, leading to the interdiction of those implicated and their referral to the police for further investigations.

Gborglah further disclosed that the ministry received two separate petitions from individuals claiming to have paid US$29,000 and US$5,000 respectively in connection with the acquisition of service passports.
He explained that the ministry has so far identified 10 individuals who should not have been issued service passports since 2023 and have been confiscated.
He explained that, four passports of such were issued in 2023 alone and have therefore notified their foreign partners to disregard the affected travel documents.

The Foreign Affairs Ministry maintained that the alleged irregularities did not begin under the current administration, stressing that the emerging revelations have prompted officials to revisit previous records to establish the full facts.

Gborglah emphasized that the ministry is determined to uncover the circumstances surrounding the questionable issuance of service passports and ensure that the appropriate actions are taken.
The revelations come amid growing public concerns over the alleged abuse of Ghana’s official travel documents and the need for accountability in their issuance.

National Democratic Congress (NDC) stalwart Adnan M. Kofi Adams has officially filed his nomination to contest for a position on the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), pledging to strengthen grassroots structures, improve national communication and promote unity within the party.

In a press release dated November 7, 2026, Adams confirmed that he had submitted his nomination forms, political résumé and supporting documents to the NDC National Elections Committee.

The aspiring NEC member is seeking to bring his more than 18 years of experience within the party to its national administrative and decision-making structure.

According to his profile, Adams began his party service as a Branch Propaganda Secretary in 2007 before becoming Branch Secretary in 2009. He subsequently served as Constituency Deputy Communications Officer from 2014 to 2018 and was also part of the NDC National Communications Team between 2008 and 2017.

He describes his professional background as including media ownership, executive management, diplomacy and international law.

Four priorities outlined

Adams says his vision for the NEC position rests on four strategic pillars aimed at strengthening the party’s organisation and electoral preparedness.

The first is grassroots empowerment and branch-level capacity building. He wants branch and constituency executives to receive organisational resources, political education and modern tools, alongside stronger communication channels with national leadership.

His second priority is proactive national communication and media engagement. He proposes using modern media platforms, data-driven messaging and strategic public relations to communicate NDC policies and protect the party’s public image.

The third pillar focuses on institutional discipline and unity. His proposals include improving internal conflict-resolution mechanisms and strengthening cooperation among the party’s Youth Wing, Women’s Wing, Zongo Caucus and external branches.

The fourth is policy advocacy, research and youth engagement, with an emphasis on using economic data and international relations frameworks to develop policy alternatives that appeal to young people, working-class Ghanaians and civil society organisations.

Pledges loyalty to NDC principles

Explaining his decision to contest, Adams said his experience at the branch level had given him an understanding of the importance of grassroots participation in party development.

He pledged loyalty to the NDC’s social democratic principles and called on delegates, party leaders and members at home and abroad to unite behind his vision.

His nomination now places him among those seeking positions in the party’s national leadership as preparations continue for the upcoming national congress.

Long-serving National Democratic Congress (NDC) activist Adnan M. Kofi Adams has officially submitted his nomination to contest for a position on the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), outlining an agenda focused on grassroots empowerment, strategic communication, institutional discipline and policy research.

Adnan submitted his completed nomination forms, political résumé and other required credentials to the party’s National Elections Committee at its national headquarters, the J.J. Rawlings House.

He was accompanied by party supporters, media professionals and grassroots organisers during the filing.

Speaking to journalists after submitting his papers, Adams said his decision to contest was driven by his commitment to strengthening the party’s structures and improving coordination between national leadership and members at the grassroots.

He described his proposed approach as grassroots-centred and technologically responsive, arguing that effective communication and local mobilisation must work together to advance the party’s objectives.

More than 18 years of party experience

Adams’ political journey within the NDC spans more than 18 years, according to his profile.

He began serving as a Branch Propaganda Secretary in 2007 before becoming Branch Secretary in 2009. Between 2014 and 2018, he also served as Constituency Deputy Communications Officer.

Additionally, he was part of the NDC National Communications Team from 2008 to 2017.

Beyond party politics, the document describes him as a media proprietor and executive manager, with an academic background in diplomacy and international law.

Four pillars of his NEC agenda

Adams says his campaign is built around four main priorities: grassroots empowerment and capacity building; proactive media communication; institutional discipline and party unity; and policy research alongside youth engagement.

His proposals include directing resources towards branch and constituency executives, strengthening communication between local officers and national leadership, and using digital platforms and data-driven messaging to communicate party policies.

He also wants stronger internal dispute-resolution structures and improved cooperation among the party’s auxiliary groups, including the Youth Wing, Women’s Wing, Zongo Caucus and external branches.

On policy, he proposes translating economic data and international relations research into proposals that connect with young people, working-class families and civil society organisations.

Calls for unity ahead of national congress

Adams has pledged loyalty to the NDC’s social democratic principles and called on delegates and party members to support a vision centred on integrity, accessible leadership and organisational excellence.

Following the submission of his nomination, he is expected to begin a nationwide constituency tour to engage delegates and campaign stakeholders ahead of the party’s upcoming national congress.

PETITION FOR PERMISSION TO SUBMIT NOMINATION WITHOUT FORMS A AND C DUE TO PORTAL ACCESS CHALLENGE

Dear Chairperson,

I respectfully petition the Congress Elections Committee to permit me to submit my nomination without Forms A and C pending the restoration of my access to the online nomination portal.

I have successfully paid the GH¢80,000 filing fee and complied with the other prescribed nomination requirements. However, yesterday evening, I discovered that my portal login credentials had been changed without my consent preventing me from accessing my account.

I have since notified the Elections Directorate and the IT Department and taken all reasonable steps to resolve the issue. Furthermore, all my proposers and seconders are members of the party in good standing and meet the eligibility requirements.

In view of these circumstances, I respectfully request the Committee to accept my nomination pending the submission of Forms A and C and assist in restoring my access to the portal so I can complete the outstanding requirements.

I trust that the Committee will consider this petition favourably to ensure that I am not disadvantaged by circumstances beyond my control.

Thank you for your consideration.

Yours faithfully,

STEPHEN DONKOR
Candidate for General Secretary
National Democratic Congress (NDC)

Former People’s National Party (PNP) presidential candidate Janet Asana Nabla has urged Ghanaian politicians to place greater value on credibility, transparency and accountability than personal wealth, insisting that public office should be used to improve lives rather than accumulate fortunes.

Janet Nabla made the remarks during a panel discussion on Joy Prime while commenting on the controversy surrounding government expenditure on the evacuation of Ghanaians from South Africa.

The former presidential candidate argued that a politician’s true legacy should not be measured by the money or properties acquired while in office, but by the trust they earn through responsible leadership.

“Money is not wealth. What is wealth is your credibility. What is wealth is your transparency, accountability. These are big, big wealth that when you have it, it helps your legacy,” she said.

Nabla challenges politicians over public resources

Nabla maintained that politicians must remember that money entrusted to government comes from the hard work of ordinary citizens and should therefore be handled responsibly.

She referred to people engaged in difficult, low-income activities, including water sellers and kayayei, arguing that public officials should not use resources generated from their struggles to build personal fortunes.

She warned politicians against treating public office as an opportunity for self-enrichment, stressing that credibility and accountability are qualities that remain important long after a person leaves office.

Comments come amid evacuation expenditure controversy

Her remarks were made against the background of questions surrounding the government’s expenditure on the evacuation of Ghanaians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks.

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa previously disclosed that the operation, which brought home 1,964 Ghanaians between May and September 2026, cost approximately GH¢49.72 million.

The expenditure has attracted scrutiny from the Minority in Parliament, which has called for further explanations and an independent examination of some of the records. Ablakwa has rejected suggestions of missing funds and has maintained that the expenditure can be accounted for.

Nabla has also questioned aspects of the evacuation spending in previous public comments, insisting that Ghanaians deserve a clear breakdown because the money involved belongs to taxpayers.

A call for a lasting political legacy

For Nabla, the debate goes beyond one government expenditure controversy. She is urging political leaders across the country to recognise that their reputation, honesty and willingness to account for public resources are central to their legacy.

Her message is that financial success alone should not define a politician; public trust, transparency and service to citizens should matter more.