416 Hon. Kenneth Gilbert Adjei has officially assumed office as the new Minister for Defence, pledging to serve Ghana with dedication, humility and an unwavering commitment to protecting the nation’s security and territorial integrity. The new Defence Minister described his appointment by President John Dramani Mahama as a profound honour and a sacred responsibility, expressing […]
Politics
Appeal Launched to Raise US$50,000 for Nurse’s Emergency Kidney Transplant
250 An appeal for financial support has been launched to raise US$50,000 to facilitate an emergency kidney transplant for Mrs Alice Esther Owusu-Nketia, a nurse battling end-stage kidney disease. Mrs Owusu-Nketia, whose condition requires regular haemodialysis, is seeking assistance from individuals, organisations, corporate bodies and benevolent members of the public to raise the funds needed […]
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah Leads New NPP Ashanti Regional Executive Team
242 The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti Region has a new set of regional executives following the party’s regional elections, with Odeneho Kwaku Appiah emerging as Regional Chairman. The new leadership team is expected to steer the affairs of the party in the region and strengthen its structures ahead of future political engagements. […]
KMA’s revenue collection goes digital
233 Authorities at the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) have announced plans to digitise key areas of revenue collection, moving Business Operating Permits (BOP) and daily tolls to a cashless system starting September 2026. Management of KMA has indicated that the digitisation drive will cover BOP or licenses, as well as daily tolls for markets, transport […]
COKA ‘Murders’ Kokofu in NPP Ashanti Regional Chairmanship Race
620Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as COKA, has been elected Chairman of the Ashanti Regional branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), securing a decisive victory over his main contender, Henry Kwabena Kokofu, at the party’s 2026 Ashanti Regional Executives Election. According to the summary sheet of results from the regional delegates conference, COKA […]
Asokwa MP Raises Concern Over Low Turnout At Ashanti Regional NPP Elections
239 The Deputy Minority Leader and Member of Parliament (MP) for Asokwa, Hon. Patricia Appiagyei, has expressed concern over the slow pace of voting at the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Executive Elections, urging delegates yet to vote to proceed to their respective polling centres before the close of polls. The elections, which are […]
Alabar Traders Get More Time as KMA Extends Decongestion Deadline
299 The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has extended the deadline for the implementation of its planned decongestion exercise at the Alabar Trading Area and other affected parts of the metropolis. The decision follows an engagement between the management of the Assembly and the leadership of the Alabar Motorcycle Association, led by its Public Relations Officer, […]
Tano North Municipality Breaks Ground for 24-Hour Model Market in Duayaw Nkwanta
311 The Tano North Municipal Assembly in the Ahafo Region has officially commenced the construction of a new 24-hour model market at Duayaw Nkwanta, in a major step towards transforming the municipality into a vibrant commercial hub. The sod-cutting ceremony, held on Friday, August 14, 2026, brought together the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Tano […]
MTTD Clarifies Driver’s Licence Rules: Police Officers Have No Right To Demand Original Licences During Routine Checks
339 The Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has clarified the new traffic regulation policies governing the use and verification of drivers’ licences during routine checks. The Head of Research, Education and Training at the MTTD, Alexander Kwaku Obeng, explained that drivers are not required to hand over their original […]
Mankranso DCE Puts District Development Ahead of Next Election
272 The District Chief Executive (DCE) for the Ahafo Ano South West District in the Ashanti Region, Hon. Abubakar Sedik, has said his immediate priority is to accelerate the development of the district rather than focus on the next election. According to him, the mandate entrusted to him is an opportunity to serve the people […]









