Johnnie's Bite

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the deteriorating state of the School for the Deaf & Blind, then proceeds to speak on Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s comments on the 24-hour economy plan set out by NDC Presidential Candidate, Former President John Mahama, and discusses the Blue Economy proposed by Dr. Bawumia in the past. Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the mortician’s strike, comments passed by Upper East Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu on the 24-hour economy, and the land grabbing saga, renters on land belonging to the Information Services Department behind Media General Premises being encroached on. Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes continues talking about the state of the National Theatre, specifically citing Nana Fredua-Agyeman Ofori-Arya’s defense of the board, the facility being understaffed, with them being overworked. He also conducts an exposé on land grabbing, and talks about former Deputy Finance Minister Honourable Kweku George Rickets-Hagan’s claims on the floor of Parliament of t...

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the issue of land grabbing, centering on the Speaker of Parliament’s revelation of his home almost being captured. He also discusses a chief’s frustrations with the government and failed promises for the community Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses violence in Nkwanta, state institutions being taken to court, Bice President Bawumia’s heated start to his campaign for the presidency in 2024, the “24-hour economy” idea being propagated, and the issue of land grabbing. Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses a Daily Graphic report on 3 Cement Factories defying a Ghana Standards Authority ban, the state of the roads and how they are fixed, disabled persons storming the Ministry of Transport over their unpaid dues, and concerns expressed by the staff of the Ghana Revenue Authority. Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes thanks the American Chamber of Business for bestowing a citation on himself and Media General, honoring Johnnie’s Bite. He then brings to light a spare parts dealer’s concerns and dissects CLOGSAG’s press release asking for consequences to be leveled against Finance Ministry staff who came to cheer on Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta upon his arrival at the Minist...

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the Ashanti Region’s importance to the Ghanaian political landscape. He also talks about abandoned projects and the fight against corruption. Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the “Nkunim” budget presentation by Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta and the welcome he received from members of his staff. He also talks about the weaponized “free water, free electricity” practice during the COVID-19 pandemic, citing the importance and need for honesty in the government’s dealings with the people of Ghana. Powered by MG Digital Media

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes touches on rising food prices, victims of Akosombo Dam spillage and DCE Seth Kwasi Agbi’s comments that have sparked an outrage, highlighting the failure of the local government system, the upcoming budget presentation by the finance minister, which is set to be IMF-induced, and the history and style of budget presentations under the current government since 2016...

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes talks about the government’s broken promise made to roll workers after the cessation of collection of tolls, and how the roads minister’s decision to scrap tolls would drastically affect not only the economy, but the lives of the people that manned these places. Powered by MG Digital Media

In this episode, Johnnie Hughes speaks about the recent development of fuel destroying the engines of many car owners in the country, the GOIL boss, NABCO beneficiaries speaking out against Vice President Bawumia for certain failed promises from the past, and the comments of Nana Kobina Nketsia V on the matter. He also talks about how unemployment is causing a heavy strain on young people, before...

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes reacts to the fallout from a protest staged by employees of the National Theatre, industries voicing out their concerns after the Minister of Trade and Industry, K.T. Hammond, asked for prices to be reduced. He also speaks on the failed One Village-One Dam project meant to curb unemployment, and talks about the prices of food in Ghana currently. Powered by MG Dig...

In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes thanks members of the public for their efforts in supporting Media General’s quest to provide help to the affected victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage. He then speaks about the sums of money delegates complained about not receiving during the NPP’s flagbearer elections over the weekend. He also speaks on the Korle-Bu renal unit, fires shots at the NCCA, and cont...

Fresh off the heels of the NPP’s flagbearer elections over the weekend, Johnnie Hughes discusses all the fallout from the event, talking about the many promises of Dr. Bawumia, before giving updates on the Kaneshie Bishop 1 and 2 School’s furniture and the seedlings found near GBC. He also goes all in on the National Theatre. Powered by MG Digital Media

November 3, 2023 - In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the latest developments with the Kaneshie JHS school furniture left to waste away in the natural elements, the state of Mamprobi Bannerman JHS, a huge flaw with the tree planting program, and the terrible state of the Nima Cluster of Schools which is supposed to have washroom facilities for its students and staff. Powered by MG Digita...

November 2, 2023 - In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes discusses the fight against corruption which has taken a bad turn when it comes to “galamsey”, the national cathedral saga, before continuing his expose on the state of the National Theatre, and finally talks about the failed manifesto promise of Vice President Bawumia regarding the construction of model Senior High Schools in the country. Powe...

November 1, 2023 - In today’s edition, Johnnie Hughes revisits the conversation from yesterday’s episode on the National Theatre’s state, the school furniture situation as well as trotro mates cheating members of the public. Powered by MG Digital Media

October 31, 2023 - Johnnie Hughes discusses previous tweets made by the President of the country relating to dumsor during his time in opposition, the state of the National Theatre, and the confessions and lamentations of a Kumawood actor who was in Johnnie’s words, “weaponized” against the previous government. Powered by MG Digital Media

Johnnie Hughes Returns - In today’s episode, Johnnie Hughes returns from the 3FM South Africa expedition to talk about his experience there and draws a few comparisons with the nation, before speaking about the ongoing flood situation affecting environs close to the Volta River. He also speaks on Adwoa Safo’s reception in her constituency and the double standards portrayed. Powered by MG Digital M...

On today’s episode, Johnnie gives a firsthand account of his visit to the Volta Region the previous day to witness the devastation caused by the VRA dam spillage that caused flooding along communities that rely on the Volta River. He also speaks about the Vice President’s visit to the area and the surrounding events. Powered by MG Digital Media

Johnnie Hughes expresses shock at comments made by President Akufo-Addo during his visit to affected communities of the VRA Akosombo Dam spillage. He also talks about illegal charges being placed on medical bills by the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, and speaks to someone who actually performed a lab test and was subject to these charges. Powered by MG Digital Media

Johnnie Hughes shares his thoughts on the IGP, George Dampare, asking for action to be taken against people who have directed attacks at the press. He also comments on the committee set up to investigate and solve the problems caused by the VRA dam spillage. Powered by MG Digital Media

Johnnie Hughes shares his opinions on the Occupy Bank of Ghana Demonstration set to occur on the morning of October 3, 2023. He also talks about the seemingly shady nature of operations at the Electoral Commission. You’re listening to the 3rd October, 2023 episode of Johnnie’s Bite, a segment by Johnnie Hughes on 3FM 92.7’s “Sunrise Morning Show”, famously known for speaking truth to power and cal...

Johnnie Hughes in this episode celebrates 2 years of presenting unfiltered, uncensored opinions every weekday morning on Johnnie’s Bite. He speaking on the controversy surrounding the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital’s dialysis treatment service and other pressing issues that affect the average Ghanaian. You’re listening to the 2nd October, 2023 episode of Johnnie’s Bite, a segment by Johnnie Hughes on...