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NEW YORK — Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has appeared before a United States federal court following his recent arrest and extradition, according to reports from international media outlets. Maduro was transported under heavy security to a federal courthouse in New York for an initial court appearance. The development marks a rare and significant moment in international criminal proceedings involving a sitting head of state. Background to the Case U.S. prosecutors accuse Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking and related criminal conspiracies. The charges stem from indictments first announced several years ago, alleging that senior Venezuelan officials participated in large-scale cocaine trafficking operations targeting the United States and other international destinations. The case had remained inactive due to Maduro’s position in power and the lack of extradition until his reported arrest. Court Proceedings During the initial appearance, procedural matters wer...

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President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled plans to organise two major national conferences aimed at addressing key challenges in Ghana’s governance and education sectors.


Speaking at the 92nd Jalsa Salana of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana in Winneba on Thursday, January 9, he outlined initiatives to strengthen the justice system and improve the education landscape.

Mr Mahama revealed plans to establish a committee to prepare for a National Constitutional Review Validation Conference. The conference will seek to reignite discussions on the stalled constitutional review process, build consensus on proposed amendments, and promote judicial independence.

“To this end, the new NDC administration is resolutely committed to strengthening our justice system. Justice and peace are the bedrock of our national aspirations,” he emphasised.

He added that the conference would ensure inclusivity and align the proposed amendments with the collective aspirations of Ghanaians.


On the education front, Mr Mahama announced a National Education Review Conference to examine Ghana’s education system from kindergarten to tertiary, including technical and vocational education.

The initiative aims to identify barriers to quality education and propose actionable reforms.


He also expressed optimism that the conference would generate fresh ideas to align education outcomes with national developmental needs.

The President reiterated his administr ation’s commitment to fostering justice and fairness while addressing systemic inequalities and transforming the education sector for a brighter future

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