Parliament has adopted the motion on the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered by John Dramani Mahama after days of intense debate.

The House adopted the motion of the SONA, which was moved by the MP for Bolgatanga Central, Hon. Isaac Adongo and seconded by the MP for Assin South, Hon. John Ntim Fordjour.

During the Parliamentary session on Wednesday, March 11, both the Majority and Minority caucuses made their final remarks to conclude the debate.

The Minority Leader, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, opposed the government’s decision to buy a Presidential Jet, arguing that the country has other priorities to address, such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

He mentioned that President Mahama has failed in creating jobs for the youth, stressing that many youths were denied the opportunity to take part in the recent security recruitment because they could not access the internet.

Additionally, he noted that the government has worsened the plight of Ghanaian cocoa farmers by reducing the cocoa producer price, despite the sector already being in crisis.

But in making his counterargument, the Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, noted that the producer price has been increased to unprecedented heights under President Mahama, ensuring that when the world pays more for a bar of chocolate, the farmer in Sefwi, Enchi, and Tepa finally sees a reflection of that value in his pocket.

“This is not mere commerce; it is the restoration of the dignity of the Ghanaian soil. We are moving from being exporters of raw toil to masters of our own industrial destiny, investing in local processing so that "Made in Ghana" becomes a global standard of excellence, not a colonial footnote,” he stated.

On Friday, February 27, President John Dramani Mahama addressed the nation, providing an update on the state of the country and the progress made since he assumed office.

During his second State of the Nation Address of his second term, the president outlined his administration’s vision and priorities under the ambitious Resetting Ghana agenda.

He also called on Ghanaians to unite and support his administration as it rolls out key initiatives aimed at improving the country’s development and overall well-being.

According to him, “ the resetting agenda is working, the Accra reset is gaining momentum, and together we are laying the foundation for a stronger, more resilient and more prosperous Ghana. Mr Speaker, our nation is on a runaway, it will take off now, and you are all advised to fasten your seat belts".

He added, " Mr Speaker, the journey continues as the direction is set and the hope is real, our theme today of building prosperity and restoring hope is not mainly aspirational. It reflects the tangible transformation we have delivered for the Ghanaian people".

President John Mahama also announced fresh progress toward the re-establishment of a national airline, stating that concrete steps have been taken to ensure the initiative becomes a reality.

The President revealed that a ten-member task force set up to oversee the process has completed its work and submitted a detailed business model together with an operational framework.

The documents, he explained, will guide the government in selecting a credible strategic partner to run the new national carrier.

“In fulfilment of my pledge to re-establish a national airline, a ten-member taskforce established to oversee this initiative has submitted a business model and operational framework to guide the selection of a strategic partner for the new national airline. And this new national airline will take off soon. Isha Allah,” President Mahama stated.

He indicated that the creation of a new national airline forms part of a broader plan to strengthen Ghana’s aviation sector, boost tourism, create jobs, and position the country as a key aviation hub in West Africa.

The President also highlighted growth in air travel, pointing to increased passenger numbers handled by the Ghana Airports Company Limited. According to him, passenger traffic rose to 3.625 million in 2025, up from 3.4 million recorded in 2024.

“Mr Speaker, passenger traffic handled by the Ghana Airport Company increased to 3.625 million passengers in 2025 from 3.4 million in 2024,” he added.

The rise in passenger movement, he noted, demonstrates renewed confidence in Ghana’s aviation industry and underscores the importance of establishing a national airline to meet growing demand.

He expressed optimism that once operational, the airline would enhance connectivity, facilitate trade and investment, and contribute significantly to national development.