President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that 80% of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) has been directly transferred to the assemblies to fast-track local development initiatives.
He emphasized that the policy is intended to empower local authorities to meet pressing community needs without undue bureaucratic delays.
Speaking at a media engagement on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, President Mahama explained that the move demonstrates his administration’s commitment to decentralization and grassroots development.
He said the funds have already started yielding positive results in infrastructure, education, and social services across various districts.
The President also highlighted other areas of progress.
He revealed that ₵14 billion of oil revenue has been earmarked for the “Big Push” infrastructure programme, which seeks to drive industrialization and expand road networks.
In addition, he noted that ₵1 billion has been allocated to retool security agencies in order to strengthen national safety and operational efficiency.
We have earmarked 1bn cedis to retool the security agencies – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that his administration is prioritizing national security, with ₵1 billion set aside to retool the country’s security agencies.
He said the funds would be used to provide modern equipment, logistics, and training to enable security personnel to respond more effectively to emerging threats.
Addressing the media on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the President said the investment is part of a broader agenda to safeguard lives and property while also ensuring peace and stability ahead of upcoming national programmes.
“Our security services must be well-equipped to protect the nation, and that is exactly what we are doing,” he emphasized.
In addition to this, President Mahama noted that ₵14 billion in oil revenue has been earmarked for the “Big Push” initiative, an ambitious infrastructure programme that will accelerate Ghana’s industrial growth.
He further revealed that over 300 illegal “changing machines” have been confiscated and destroyed, as part of the government’s efforts to clamp down on illicit operations affecting the economy.
Over 300 changing machines have been confiscated and destroyed – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his government has confiscated and destroyed over 300 illegal “changing machines” across the country.
According to him, the action forms part of a wider crackdown on illicit economic activities that undermine financial stability and drain state resources.
Speaking during a media engagement on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the President said the exercise was carried out in collaboration with security agencies, who have been empowered to intensify enforcement measures.
He stressed that such illegal operations cannot be allowed to flourish at the expense of national development.
President Mahama also outlined other government interventions aimed at strengthening the economy and boosting development.
He disclosed that ₵14 billion of oil revenue has been dedicated to the “Big Push” infrastructure agenda, while ₵1 billion has been earmarked to retool the security agencies for more effective service delivery.
