Mahama assents to 5 bills, including key amendments on security, education and finance

President John Dramani Mahama has today assented to five bills passed by Parliament, including three amendment acts. The new legislation is set to bring substantial changes to Ghana’s security architecture, higher education sector, and financial regulatory framework.

During the signing ceremony at Jubilee House, President Mahama highlighted that the Security and Intelligence Agencies Act abolishes the Office of the Minister of National Security. The President now has the authority to assign oversight of security agencies to any minister, a reform intended to improve efficiency, accountability, and flexibility in the management of national security operations.

The University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Act, 2026 establishes a new public university with campuses planned in multiple regions, including the Eastern, Oti, and Ahafo Regions. This move is designed to expand access to tertiary education and produce highly skilled graduates in engineering, agriculture, and related fields to drive national development.

The Ghana Deposit Protection (Amendment) Act, 2026 strengthens protections for depositors by expanding the scope of the Ghana Deposit Protection Corporation (GDPC) to include mobile money wallets and other digital financial platforms, responding to the growing role of digital finance in Ghana.

The Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Act, 2026 introduces changes to taxation on mining and other sectors, aimed at balancing revenue generation with the need to maintain a competitive investment environment.

Finally, the Education Regulatory Bodies (Amendment) Act, 2026 revises regulations to provide private tertiary institutions with clearer pathways to obtaining charters, enhancing oversight, and supporting quality assurance in higher education.

With these laws now in effect, Ghana moves toward a more flexible security system, stronger financial protections, and a more robust educational and regulatory environment. President Mahama emphasized that the reforms demonstrate the government’s commitment to sustainable growth, good governance, and national development.