These unnecessary and arbitrary arrests by President Mahama’s security chiefs are getting out of hand, and he must call them to order, or risk destroying the country and tarnishing his legacy. - James Kwabena Bomfeh (Kabila), Managing Editor, National Forum Newspaper

The closure of Wontumi radio stations isn’t political. It’s a miscommunication with the NCA, and we’re working to resolve it. - Andy Appiah-Kubi, Counsel for Wontumi Multimedia

"The NPP’s withdrawal from the Tamale Central by-election won’t stop us from contesting Akwatia. It’s a cheap stunt, and we’re not falling for it. - Eric Agyei, CEO (NEIP)

My earlier comment on the helicopter crash was unfortunate and born out of frustration. I apologise to Ghanaians and the bereaved families and pray they forgive me. - Kofi Akpaloo, LPG founder and leader

It was a last-minute decision. Dr. Omane Boamah, Hon. Muntala, and some others were not originally meant to be on that flight - Presidential Staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah explains.

This wasn’t a faulty helicopter; it was bad weather. I’ve flown in that same aircraft many times, and the military doesn’t move a chopper without strict checks - Major (Rtd.) Derrick Oduro, Former Deputy Defence Minister.

The first batch of beneficiaries for the National Apprenticeship Programme will be matriculated on August 12, with 1,410 youth from the Ashanti Region - George Opare-Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment.

We are no longer in charge of cocoa roads. Government has directed COCOBOD to step back and focus on its core cocoa mandate due to our GH¢21 billion exposure. - Dr. Ransford Abbey, COCOBOD CEO

Sam George’s call for DStv’s license to be revoked is justified. Ghana pays the highest rates in Africa, and action must be taken - Dr. Samuel Ayeh, Presidential Aide, Government Communication.

The NPP will collapse after their presidential primaries. The executives’ plan to impose Bawumia again will trigger Ken Agyapong and other factions to break away and form a new party. - Nana Yaa Jantuah, Presidential Staffer