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A/R: Government, World Bank to Construct Drains to Curb Perennial Flooding-Works and Housing Minister

1,075  The Government of Ghana, in collaboration with the World Bank, has embarked on feasibility studies in flood-prone areas of the Ashanti Region to mitigate the menace of flooding. According to the Minister for Works and Housing, Hon Kenneth Gilbert Adjei the first phase of the studies has been completed, with reports expected soon. The […]

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About 500 Police Officers Deployed for Asantehemaa’s One Week Observation

1,972  The Ashanti Regional Police Command has deployed about 500 police officers to ensure maximum security during the one-week observation of the Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III. According to the police, the deployment is part of their efforts to provide adequate security during the period. The Head of Public Affairs for the Ashanti Regional Police […]

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Kennedy Agyapong: Helicopter crash should end ‘unnecessary’ politicisation of national issues

1,931  NPP flagbearer aspirant and former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has called for an end to what he described as the “unnecessary politicisation” of critical national matters, following the recent military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight distinguished individuals. In an interview with Oman FM shared on his Facebook […]

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Chief of Staff Julius Debrah Backs Trans-African Tourism and Unity Campaign

2,259  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 […]

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Ashanti Regional Minister Receives Former NUGS President

1,294  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 […]

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Ashanti Regional Minister Welcomes New Police Commander

2,802  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 […]

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EVENING FARE EXPLOITATION BY SOME “TROTRO” DRIVERS AT CIRCLE

1,232  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 […]

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DCE Urges Farmers to Embrace Irrigation to Boost Cocoa Yields at IWMI Forum

1,578  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 […]