President John Dramani Mahama is set to deliver his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 27, 2025. To ensure a smooth and incident-free address, Ghana’s Parliament has announced heightened security measures.
According to Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, the intensified security protocols will strictly control access to the chamber once the President arrives. Members of Parliament (MPs) are required to be seated by 9:15 a.m., after which National Security will restrict movement in and out of the chamber. Security agencies will enforce strict access controls, conduct thorough screenings, and deploy surveillance teams within the parliamentary precinct.
The State of the Nation Address is a significant event in Ghana’s political calendar, where the President outlines the administration’s key policies, governance priorities, and the overall state of the country ². This year’s address is highly anticipated, as President Mahama is expected to provide a comprehensive overview of the nation’s economic state, highlighting the challenges inherited and the strategic plans to drive economic recovery.
The event will be followed by other important announcements, including the National Economic Dialogue scheduled for March 3-4 and the government’s first budget presentation on March 11.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
