{
  "id": 17448353,
  "title": "Poison in Prison; Mahama’s 3rd term; Okudzeto’s evacuees – Enimil Ashon writes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/poison-in-prison-mahamas-3rd-term-okudzetos-evacuees-enimil-ashon",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T18:23:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/poison-in-prison-mahamas-3rd-term-okudzetos-evacuees-enimil-ashon-writes/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The article discusses three separate issues arising in Ghanaian politics. First, it raises concerns about an alleged attempted poisoning at Nsawam Prison, highlighting the lack of concrete proof and the importance of a thorough investigation. It questions whether prisoners share food, drink, or medicines with cellmates and what type of poisoning, if any, occurred.\n\nNext, the piece addresses President John Mahama's potential third-term attempt. It mentions opposition claims suggesting Mahama is insincere in his statements, possibly influenced by a visit to a prophet or a radio interview. The author asserts that Ghanaians should not trust such prophecies, as they have been wrong before.\n\nLastly, the article examines allegations against Okudzeto Ablakwa concerning the GH¢49.72 million spent on evacuating Ghanaians from South Africa. It questions the equitable distribution of the support package, alleging that some recipients received less than the announced GH¢5,500. The author suggests Okudzeto Ablakwa should provide transparent records regarding charter flight arrangements and expenditure.",
  "summary": "This “attempted poisoning” business at the Nsawam Prison! I am alarmed because I am concerned about the health of Chairman Wontumi.",
  "key_points": [
    "Alleged poisoning at Nsawam Prison with no concrete evidence",
    "President Mahama's potential third term questioned for insincerity",
    "Okudzeto Ablakwa accused of unequal distribution of GH¢49.72M evacuee funds"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}