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The Chiefs and elders of Ngleshie Alata held a press conference in response to the brutal murder of Nii Ayitey Konko V, the Chief Priest of Ngleshie Alata James Town, who had served in the role for over a decade. The spokesperson for the group revealed that Nii Ayitey Konko had faced numerous threats from thugs allegedly connected to Dr. Prince Asharku Bruce-Quaye and Nii Appiah, following the death of Obrinpong Kwadwo Ababio V. According to the spokesperson, these threats culminated in a physical attack on Nii Ayitey Konko, who had repeatedly lodged complaints with the Ghana Police Service. On August 29, 2024, he applied for an official extract from the police, but despite his pleas, no action was taken. The Chief Priest’s concerns were brought up again at a recent meeting organized by the Regional Coordinating Council, which was chaired by the Regional Minister. During the meeting, Nii Ayitey Konko expressed his fears for his life, prompting the Regional Minister to instruct Regional...

A leading member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Ambassador Victor Smith, has advised the Electoral Commission (EC) to do what is right to sustain the peace and tranquility of Ghana's democracy, which is anchored on free, fair, and transparent elections.  He stressed that the current voter register discrepancies identified by the NDC cannot guarantee fairness during elections, which could become a recipe for anti-democratic tendencies that may derail the country's development and growth. Ambassador Smith made these remarks during an appearance on TV XYZ's morning show 'Dwaboase' last Thursday, September 26th, 2024.  This follow calls from concerned Ghanaians regarding the inadequacy of the voter register for the upcoming December 2024 general elections.  He urged the EC leadership not to allow their actions to create situations similar to Afghanistan, Gaza, and other violence-prone countries, and to embrace the demand for a forensic audit of the voter reg...

Report by Ben LARYEA  The Ghana National Egg Campaign Secretariat (GNECS) has prepared and distrubuted 3000 cooked eggs to the residents of Jumapo and it's environs as part of the drive to sensitised the citizenry about the essential health and nutritional values of the consumption of eggs. The event also forms part of the launch of the 8th edition of Ofie Kwanso ( Jumapo Home Coming)  to mark the celebration of Akwasidae festival of the Chiefs and people of Jumapo in the Eastern Region. GNECS was also supported by the American Soybean Association, World Initiative For Soy In Human Health (ASAWISHH) as well as various donations of 100 trays of eggs from Dormaa Ahenkro George Gyawu farms and Nick Jay Enterprise with additional 15 trays of eggs from Members of the planning committee of the Jumapo Home Coming. Side attractions to grace the occasion were egg dish cooking competition by 7 churches namely Jumapo  Methodist, Presby, Apostolic, Assemblies of God, Full Gospel, Pen...

Leading civil society organizations and human rights defenders have condemned the unlawful arrests and human rights abuses perpetrated by the Ghana Police Service during a protest against illegal mining, also known as galamsey.  The protest, spearheaded by young activists and environmental advocates, called for an end to galamsey, which has been responsible for the widespread destruction of forests, water bodies, and the environment in Ghana. In a press briefing held at the UDS Guest House in Accra, Hardi Yakubu, Movement Coordinator of Africans Rising, presented a joint statement on behalf of Africans Rising, the Economic Fighters League, Democracy Hub, A Rocha Ghana, and a legal defense team.  The groups expressed outrage over the violent response by the police during the three-day demonstration, which resulted in the arrest of more than 50 protesters. The demonstration, held in solidarity with the outgoing president’s call for citizens to take action, highlighted the urgent...

Members of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) from various regions across the country have converged in Accra for an Emergency General Meeting (EGM). The meeting is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Ghana International Press Centre. The EGM, which holds the same authority as the Annual General Meeting (AGM), is the highest decision-making body of the Association. The session is open to all members in good standing, and the decisions made will be binding on the GJA. Key items on the agenda include the General Secretary’s Annual Report for 2023 and the presentation of the Association’s audited accounts for the 2022–2023 period by the National Treasurer. Other important issues may also be raised under the "Any Other Business" section of the meeting. The Emergency General Meeting is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of the GJA as it addresses critical matters affecting the Association and its members.

The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana (PHFAoG) concluded its 4th Annual General Conference on September 20, 2024, in Koforidua at the Baca Hotel and Event Centre. The three-day event, held from September 18 to 20, 2024, gathered distinguished dignitaries, including His Royal Eminence Nana Osei-Bonsu Sempeh II, Oyokohene of New Juaben, and a representative of Nana Dr. Kwaku Boateng III, Omanhene of New Juaben. Other key attendees included Dr. Anthony Nsiah Asare, Presidential Advisor on Health, Deputy Minister of Health Hon. Alexander Akwasi Acquah, and other prominent health sector figures, such as Dr. Aboagye DaCosta, CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), and Dr. Anthony Adofo Ofosu, Deputy Director of the Ghana Health Service (GHS). Under the theme "Adopting a Data-Driven Decision-Making Culture as a Tool to Create a Responsive Healthcare System in Ghana: The Role of Private Health Facilities," the conference emphasized the urgent need to integ...

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has announced the nominees for its 28th Media Awards, scheduled to take place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The nominees were revealed during a news conference in Accra by the nine-member GJA Media Awards Committee, chaired by George-Ramsey Benamba. In total, 33 journalists and media houses have been shortlisted for the prestigious awards, which celebrate excellence in journalism across various categories. Notable nominees include Castro Senyalah from Media General, Evans Aziamor-Mensah from The Fourth Estate, and Benedicta Gyimah Folley of the Ghanaian Times. Other prominent names on the list are Edmund Smith-Asante of the Daily Graphic, Doreen Ampofo of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, and Edward Adeti from Media Without Borders. Media houses like Joy FM, Daily Graphic, and Multimedia Group Ltd are also in the running for key awards. GJA President, Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, commended the ...

World Environmental Health Day: AMA Calls for Collaborative Effort in Tackling Environmental Degradation and Climate Change The Director of the Metro Public Health Department at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), Madam San. Florence S. Kuukyi (FWAPCEH), has emphasized the urgent need for collective action to combat environmental degradation and climate change. Speaking at the commemoration of World Environmental Health Day 2024, she called for stronger enforcement of environmental regulations to address illegal mining (galamsey), pollution, and the growing climate crisis. Under the theme “Environmental Health: Creating Resilient Communities through Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation,” Madam Kuukyi highlighted the ongoing devastation caused by illegal mining, which continues to pollute water bodies with dangerous chemicals like mercury and cyanide. She noted that this has led to the degradation of farmlands and forests, threatening food security and...

Dr. Kow Entsua-Mensah, Director of the National Cardiothoracic Centre (NCTC), has called for urgent action to address cardiovascular diseases (CVD) during the press launch of World Heart Day 2024. Throughout the month of September, various activities have taken place in Ghana to raise awareness about CVD, a leading cause of death globally, claiming over 20.5 million lives each year—most of them in low- and middle-income countries. In his speech, Dr. Entsua-Mensah stressed that while the statistics are alarming, there is hope. He highlighted that 80% of premature deaths from CVD can be prevented through simple lifestyle changes, such as healthier diets, regular physical activity, and stress management. World Heart Day, first established in 2000 in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has grown into a global platform to raise awareness, advocate for access to care, and encourage heart health globally. This year’s celebration, under the theme "Use Heart for Action,...

Mrs. Gloria Opoku-Anti, Managing Director of Zoomlion Ghana Ltd, has encouraged parents to support their children's participation in extracurricular activities, citing benefits to creativity and environmental awareness. Speaking at the grand finale of the 5th School Sanitation Solutions Challenge and the 3rd Children Sanitation Fair in Accra, Mrs. Opoku-Anti praised children's innovative products that promote sustainability. "Parents can support this venture by allowing their wards to participate in ZoomKids and other extracurricular activities," she emphasized. Zoomlion Foundation, the company's corporate social responsibility arm, has been supporting education on environmental sanitation for five consecutive years. The foundation's ZoomKids initiative has established over 400 school clubs across the country, teaching responsible sanitation practices. Opoku-Anti expressed delight at the program's progress, noting that children, including preschoolers, are...

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for the Chiana-Paga Constituency in the Upper East Region, Hon. Nikyema Billa Alamzy, has successfully concluded the first phase of his market-to-market engagement tour. This one-week tour was aimed to interact with market women, men, and youth across various communities within the constituency. Hon. Alamzy was accompanied by a strong team of party leaders and activists, including the Regional Women's Organizer, Ms. Fauzia Brown, former parliamentary candidate aspirant, Hon. Francis Atayure Abirigo, Constituency Chairman, Hon. Dickson Adiali Ayagitam, Constituency Secretary, Mr. Kennedy Atinga Atulley, Constituency Women's Organizer, Ms. Kande Braimah, Condtiuency Treasurer, Mr. Peter Akolgo and several other party executives and stalwarts. Their presence highlighted the unity and collective commitment of the NDC leadership in the Chiana-Paga Constituency as they push towards victory in the upcoming elections. Throu...

 Felix Acheampong writes Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, the Abuakwa South Parliamentary Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) remains unwavering in his mission to secure every possible vote across the constituency. On Thursday, 19th September, 2024, he took his campaign to Asafo, where he engaged with taxi drivers, Akooko, where he met with okada riders and ghetto boys, and Nkronso, where he interacted with ghetto boys. Joined by his Constituency Executives, Dr. Agyemang passionately echoed the call to keep the NPP in power by electing Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as President, while entrusting him with the role of Member of Parliament (MP) for Abuakwa South. Highlighting the party's numerous achievements, he stressed that these successes were made possible due to the NPP's leadership. He urged voters to continue supporting the NPP to ensure the completion of ongoing projects, including vital road infrastructure, under the leadership of Dr. Bawumia. Dr. Agyemang also promis...