5,443 The Atwima Mponua District Security Council has vowed a relentless war against illegal miners and pledged a sustained effort to clamp down on their activities. The District Chief Executive for the area, who doubles as the Chairman of the District Security Council, Isshaq Ibrahim, led a joint security task force to crack down on […]
Author: Foster Ayisah
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah Backs Trans-African Tourism and Unity Campaign
2,238 The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has pledged government support to the Trans-African Tourism and Unity Campaign, a 163-day journey across 39 African countries aimed at promoting a borderless Africa. The campaign seeks to break down visa barriers, boost intra-African tourism, and drive economic growth, youth empowerment, and cross-border collaboration . The initiative aims […]
Ashanti Regional Minister Receives Former NUGS President
1,235 Dr. Frank Amoakohene, Ashanti Regional Minister, had the honor of receiving the 50th President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) at the Regional Coordinating Council today. During the meeting, Dr. Amoakohene expressed his admiration for the President’s leadership, recalling his own experience serving under his guidance as a NEC Member and President […]
Ashanti Regional Minister Welcomes New Police Commander
2,751 Dr. Frank Amoakohene, Ashanti Regional Minister, has welcomed ACP Francis Kuame Somia, the newly appointed Second-in-Command (2iC) of the Ashanti Central Police Command, to the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC). The meeting focused on security matters and collaboration between the government and the police service. Dr. Amoakohene reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the police […]
EVENING FARE EXPLOITATION BY SOME “TROTRO” DRIVERS AT CIRCLE
1,189 By Emmanuella Deladem Agblevor Public bus drivers, popularly known as trotro drivers or troski, have begun a worrying trend called “Kasoa straight” at Circle station, adjusting transport fares according to their will especially during evening hours. In the city of Accra, Circle is the heartbeat of public transports, it has long been known for […]
DCE Urges Farmers to Embrace Irrigation to Boost Cocoa Yields at IWMI Forum
1,527 The District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West District Assembly, Hon. Abubakar Sedik, has called on cocoa farmers in the district to adopt small-scale irrigation as a climate-ready strategy, particularly irrigation-as-a-service (IAS) that can stabilise their yields and incomes. The appeal was made at a stakeholder forum organised by the International Water Management […]
Professor John Gatsi chairs new Energy Commission Board
1,058 The Chairman of the reconstituted Board of the Energy Commission, Professor John Gartchie Gatsi, has said the board will act and take decisions that align with the government’s key priorities in the sector. He said the board acknowledges the critical role of the energy sector in the socio-economic development of the country and […]
PURC Urges Water and Electricity Consumers in Ashanti Region to Fulfil Obligations
1,131 The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has issued a call to action to consumers of water and electricity in the Ashanti Region, reminding them of their obligations to settle their bills promptly and adhere to the rules governing these essential services. This appeal is part of PURC’s ongoing efforts to ensure sustained quality service […]
Mankranso Chief Strengthens Ties with District Assembly
1,627 The Chief of Mankranso, Nana Safre-Adu Sampene Amankwatia, paid a courtesy call on the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ahafo Ano South District Assembly, Hon. Abubakar Sedik, at his office in Mankranso on Monday, August 18, 2025. This visit aimed to fortify the relationship between the traditional authority and the district assembly. Nana Safre-Adu […]









