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“Mahama Campaigned For Me” — Ablakwa Confirms 2028 Bid, Dismisses Rumours
*Juapong – [16th July, 2026]* The Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says President John Dramani Mahama* has already boosted his 2028 political prospects. Hon. Ablakwa made the comment during the sod-cutting ceremony for the 24-Hour Market at Juapong in the Volta Region, where President Mahama…
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Parliament Passes National Defence University Bill, 2026
Parliament has passed the National Defence University Bill, 2026, clearing the way for Ghana to establish a dedicated National Defence University. The new institution will consolidate and coordinate all tertiary education programmes of the Ghana Armed Forces and position Ghana as a hub for defence and security training in Africa. Speaker Alban Bagbin presided over…
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“Father, Come Home” — Mahama Pleads With Ofori-Atta To Return To Ghana
Volta Region – July 17, 2025 President John Dramani Mahama has made a direct appeal to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana as government pushes ahead with legal steps to secure his extradition. Speaking during the _Reset Tour and Citizens’ Engagement_ in the Volta Region on Friday, President Mahama reminded Mr. Ofori-Atta…
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Ghana Spends $350 Million a Year on Imported Chicken — Agric Minister Wants That To Change
By Dr. Georgia The Minister for Agriculture, Eric Opoku, says Ghana can no longer afford to keep spending hundreds of millions of dollars on imported poultry. According to him, the country spends about $350 million every year to bring poultry products into Ghana — money that could be used to grow local farms and create…
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The Fish On Your Plate: What Makola Shoppers Don’t Know About Where It Comes From
It’s another busy Friday afternoon at *Makola Market*. *Gifty Gyan*, a civil servant and mother of five, is making a quick stop before the weekend. She picks up smoked mackerel and a piece of tuna. Smells them. Haggles a bit with the vendor. Drops them in her tote bag and moves on. But Gifty doesn’t…
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Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa Donates 100 Deep Freezers to Juapong Market Women Affected by Relocation
Juapong, North Tongu – 16th July, 2026 The Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Minister for Foreign Affairs, *Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa*, has presented *100 deep freezers* to market women affected by the relocation of the Juapong Market to a new site. The donation is aimed at cushioning the traders against expenses and losses…
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Nkawkaw Fire Service Rescues 3-Year-Old Boy from Drowning in Kwamang
Nkawkaw, Eastern Region – Thursday, July 16, 2025 Personnel of the Nkawkaw Fire Station have been commended after rescuing a 3-year-old boy from drowning during a community engagement exercise in Kwamang. According to the Ghana National Fire Service, the station’s visibility team was interacting with the owner of a facility near Access Pub and Restaurant…
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Suspected Unlicensed Herbal Practitioner Arrested in Tongor for Fake FDA Labels
Tongor, South Dayi District – An individual suspected of operating as an unlicensed herbal medicine practitioner has been apprehended in Tongor, South Dayi District, following a joint regulatory operation. According to officials, preliminary findings indicate the suspect repackaged the same herbal product into different containers with fake Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) labels and marketed…
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Torkor Circuit Court Sentences Phone Snatcher to 10 Years in Prison.
Aflao, Volta Region – The Torkor Circuit Court has sentenced Akpalu Prince to 10 years’ imprisonment with hard labour for robbing a female immigration officer of her iPhone 12 at Ave Maria Junction in Aflao. The convict was found guilty of snatching the mobile phone during the incident, which occurred in the bustling border town…
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President Unveils Plans to Recruit 16,000 Newly Trained Teachers to Address Unemployment
President Mahama, on his Volta Region Tour at Perki College of Education, has announced plans to recruit 16,000 newly trained teachers nationwide as part of the government’s strategy to reduce unemployment and improve the delivery of education. The recruitment will target graduates from Colleges of Education who have completed their training and are awaiting posting.…
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22-year-old woman allegedly beats daughter to death
Gladys Naa Borkwei, a 22-year-old woman, has allegedly beaten her daughter death at Ngleshie Amanfrom. The deceased was the third child of Gladys, she had with different men. Speaking to Crime Check, Honyefia, mother of the suspect, said the child was pronounced dead at a health facility at Amanfrom. According to her, she received news…
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North Tongu Welcomes Mahama for official Sod cutting of 24-hr Model Market and commercial center in Juapong
President John Dramani Mahama today inaugurated the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, signifying the initiation of a transformative project aimed at enhancing local commerce, generating sustainable employment opportunities, and fostering economic growth in the Volta Region. This sod-cutting ceremony was part of the President’s two-day #ResettingGhana Tour of…
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Photocopying Ghana card for identity verification during transactions is an Offence – NIA
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has officially declared that it is now prohibited for institutions and individuals to photocopy or visually inspect a Ghana Card for the purpose of identity verification during transactions. Wisdom Yayra Koku Deku, the Executive Secretary of the NIA, stated that biometric verification of the Ghana Card is now compulsory for…
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Education Minister welcomes Innovative Technology
The Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has welcomed the introduction of innovative technology aimed at strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, describing it as a practical solution that can simplify teaching and improve learning outcomes in schools. The Minister made the remarks during a presentation by 3S Technology, in partnership with Coderina…
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Akrade residents decry Ghana Railway Authority drainage as death trap
Residents of Akrade, located in the Asuogyaman District of the Eastern Region, have expressed grave concerns regarding a hazardous drainage system constructed by the Ghana Railway Authority as part of the Tema-Mpakadan railway project. In an interview with Angel News in Akrade, Nana Acheampong, the Mrantehene of Akrade, stated that the drainage has become a…
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Private school graduations do not burden parents – GNACOPS
The Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS) has dismissed claims that graduation ceremonies in private schools impose excessive financial burdens on parents, asserting that such events should not be associated with the issues that prompted the Ghana Education Service (GES) to prohibit graduations in public schools. Enoch Gyetuah, the National Executive Director of GNACOPS,…
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5 Women among 54 Suspects arrested in major Kumasi Anti-drug crackdown
The Ghana Police Service has apprehended 54 individuals, including five women, during a significant intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation conducted across various communities in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. This operation, executed by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Special Operations Team, focused on suspected drug trafficking hotspots, resulting in the detention of 49 men and five women. Among the…
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25-year-old suspect arrested over gang-related killing
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man in connection with the alleged murder of Abdul Jabal Suleman at Abompe New Site, a suburb of Obuasi. The suspect, identified as Seidu Masawudu, alias Marshall, was arrested at Soe in Bongo, near Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region, following an intelligence-led operation by…
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LEADER OF GANG BEHIND DEATH OF POLICE OFFICER AT ABLEKUMA KILLED
This is Alfred Akozua, the alleged leader of the gang behind the 2023 Ablekuma bullion van robbery that claimed the life of a police officer. After two years of sustained, intelligence-led operations, he has reportedly been killed by the police. He who lives by the sword dies by the sword. Crime does not pay!
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Middle-aged Kikuyu man arrested in Nakuru after killing his wife and hiding her body in a maize plantation
NAKURU: A man has been arrested after allegedly killing his wife and dumping her body in a maize plantation near St. Michael Catholic Church in JC Village, Bahati, Nakuru County. The incident is believed to have resulted from a domestic dispute.
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BRUTAL MURDER AS A TEACHER STABBED TO DEATH BY UNKNOWN PEOPLE
A teacher deceased named Eric Blankson was found in a pull of blood in his room at Maame krobo in the Afram Plains South District. Speaking with the brother of the deceased, he said the senior who works as store keeper of one of the secondary schools in the Afram Plains North namelly AFATI( Amankwa…
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GoldBod Partners Ghana Water Limited on GH¢8.4 Million Water Systems Rehabilitation Project
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has partnered with Ghana Water Limited (GWL) to undertake a GH¢8.4 million water systems rehabilitation project aimed at improving access to safe and reliable water for communities across the country. The project will focus on the repair, upgrading, and expansion of existing water infrastructure to address challenges of leakages, low…
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VOLTA REGIONAL MINISTER WELCOMES WORLD VISION FOR WATER, SANITATION AND HEALTH PARTNERSHIP IN AGORTIME-ZIOPE
The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, welcomed a delegation from World Vision to the Volta Regional Coordinating Council for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the Universal Service Coverage for Water, Sanitation and Health initiative in the Agortime-Ziope District. The Minister expressed the Volta Regional Coordinating Council’s appreciation for the partnership,…
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TELECEL HANDS OVER 20-SEATER COMPUTER LAB TO ASIKUMAH PRESBY BASIC SCHOOL
ASIKUMAH, GHANA — Students of Asikumah Presby Basic School now have direct access to digital learning tools following the official commissioning of a new 20-seater computer laboratory donated by Telecel Ghana through the Telecel Foundation. The state-of-the-art facility, fully financed by the Telecel Foundation, was handed over to the school on [insert date] at a…
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45-YEAR-OLD FARMER DIES BY GUNSHOT IN TEWIA COMMUNITY IN ATIWA EAST
Anuma Samuel, a 45-year-old farmer widely known as Degue, has tragically passed away due to a gunshot wound to the chest. This incident transpired this morning at his residence in the Tewia community, located in Atiwa East. As reported by eyewitnesses and family members, the deceased was a husband and father to seven children. In…
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DCE PARTICIPATES IN THE 2026 NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
The District Chief Executive for North Tongu, Honorable Victoria Amefadze, participated in the National Development Conference organized by The Church of Pentecost – General Headquarters at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh, under the theme “Moral Vision and National Development.” The conference convened Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), government officials, traditional authorities,…
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Arafat breaks Silent after GES wanted note, Ask Forgiveness from Authorities
Yaseer Arafat, a teacher at Bole Senior High School, has publicly addressed the recent disciplinary action taken against him by the Ghana Education Service (GES) following an incident involving a student in the school’s science laboratory. Arafat characterized the occurrence as accidental rather than intentional, appealing to the public for forgiveness in light of the…
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Taxi Driver conveying dead body to Mortuary dies in fatal crash
A journey that began with the solemn task of transporting a deceased loved one has ended in a fresh double tragedy for a family in the Volta Region. Simon Zokah, a popular driver affectionately known as Ayivor or Azoooo, met his untimely death in a horrific road accident at Mafi Akyemfo. He was in the…
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DCE OVERSEES RELOCATION OF JUAPONG MARKET TRADERS TO PAVE WAY FOR 24-HOUR ECONOMY MARKET PROJECT
On Saturday, July 11, 2026, the District Chief Executive for North Tongu, Honorable Victoria Amefadze, oversaw the successful relocation of traders from the Juapong Market to their temporary trading site at the Juapong RC Basic School. This significant initiative facilitates the upcoming construction of the 24-Hour Economy Market, a flagship project designed to expand economic…
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VOLTA REGIONAL MINISTER HANDS OVER NADMO RELIEF ITEMS TO 12 FLOOD-AFFECTED DISTRICTS
The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has officially received and distributed relief items from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) to the Municipal and District Assemblies across the twelve districts impacted by the recent floods in the Volta Region. The relief items were presented by Mr. Pascal Agbagba, the Volta Regional Director of NADMO,…
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Assembly member for Dorfor Adidome electoral area distributes 5kg of rice to over 150 widows and elderly persons.
The Assembly Member for Dorfor Adidome, also the former Presiding Member for North Tongu District, Honorable Jupiter, distributed 5 kilograms of rice to 150 widows and elderly individuals within his Electoral Area. This initiative is designed to support widows and the elderly in the community, ensuring that they are not marginalized. It is important to…
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Mawu Klenam Foundation Donates to Asukwoa–Apokojo Community
The Mawu Klenam Foundation, under the leadership of Lady Edna Oliver Asare, has made a significant contribution to the residents of the Asukwoa–Apokojo Community as part of its charitable initiatives. The donated items comprised clothing, footwear, bags, biscuits, and beverages, aimed at supporting families within the community. Madam Oliver has urged the public to contribute…
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Man Found Dead In Backyard, Suspected Electrocution In Mankssim.
Sayerano Police Shooting: One More Victim Dies as DCE Extends Condolences to Bereaved Families The death toll from the police shooting incident in Sefwi Sayerano, located in the Juaboso District of the Western North Region, has increased to three following the passing of one of the injured victims while receiving medical treatment. The deceased was…
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NDC members petition leadership over alleged irregularities in Lower Manya Krobo branch elections
Members and branch executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Lower Manya Krobo Constituency have formally petitioned the party’s Eastern Regional Secretariat and Elections Directorate, requesting the replacement of the official overseeing the ongoing branch elections. The petitioners have alleged procedural violations, including irregularities in the electoral process and perceived bias in supervision,…
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Eastern Corridor Road to undergo full asphalt reconstruction, not repairs — Agbodza
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has announced that the government will undertake a complete reconstruction of the Eastern Corridor Road, converting it into an asphalt pavement rather than performing patch repairs on the existing surface-dressed road. He indicated that the corridor has surpassed its design life and necessitates a more durable…
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Gov’t deploys 506 Feed Ghana Brigade officers to support farmers nationwide
The government has deployed 506 officers as part of the Feed Ghana Brigade program to enhance agricultural extension services and provide technical support to farmers and agribusinesses nationwide. These officers, selected from agricultural colleges and universities, will facilitate the implementation of the Feed Ghana Programme by collaborating with farmers, households, schools, institutions, and agribusinesses to…
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SIX ALLEGEDLY DEAD IN CANOE CAPSIZE AT WULENSI
Six individuals are feared to have lost their lives following the capsizing of a canoe in Sanayili, located within the Wulensi District of the Northern Region. The victims were reportedly returning from a funeral service in Zonyohini when their canoe overturned and was carried away by strong currents. Among the deceased are one man, four…
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Parliament Passes Community Service Bill to reduce reliance on prison sentences
On July 8, 2026, Ghana’s Parliament enacted the Community Service Bill, 2026, representing a significant advancement in the nation’s criminal justice reform. This legislation establishes a comprehensive legal framework for non-custodial sentencing, providing an alternative to incarceration for minor offenses. Advocated by the Minister for the Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, the Bill aims to address the…
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Woman Found Dead in Her Room at Sege as Police Launch Investigation
A woman, believed to be in her forties, has reportedly been found deceased in her residence in Sege, located within the Ada West District of the Greater Accra Region. The deceased, identified as Angela Akakpo, was discovered unresponsive, prompting law enforcement to initiate an investigation to ascertain the cause and circumstances surrounding her death. Tag:…
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Late Defence Minister Mansion shown overgrown and abandoned after year of departure
A viral TikTok video depicting the alleged residence of the late Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah in Kwahu Obomeng has sparked online concern, highlighting considerable neglect of the property nearly one year following his demise. Social media influencer Gyidifo Landlord shared the footage on Monday, July 6, 2026, guiding viewers through the expansive white-walled…
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Employees of JTL engages Regional Minister Amid Factory’s Operational challenges
The concerned employees of Volta Star Textile Limited (VSTL), also referred to as Juapong Textile Limited (JTL), situated in the North Tongu District, have urgently sought the intervention of the Volta Regional Minister and the central government to address the ongoing operational decline of the state-owned factory. Once a leading entity in Ghana’s textile industry,…
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Court charges DVLA Service Personnel for stealing GH¢308,300 to buy Dining table for siblings
Ebenezer Ghartey, a National Service personnel at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), has been charged with the alleged embezzlement of GH¢308,300 through unauthorized Mobile Money transfers. Prosecutors assert that he transferred funds from the MTN merchant account of a DVLA Administrative Officer to his own Mobile Money account between March and May 2026.…
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Headteacher of Glikpome Basic School found lifeless in Guesthouse
Mr. Selorm Kwaku Tettey, the Headteacher of Glikpome Basic School located in the Akatsi South Municipality of the Volta Region, aged 44, has been discovered deceased in a guesthouse in Akatsi. Reports indicate that the individual, commonly referred to as TK, was found unresponsive on a bed at the “Joli Bebe” Guesthouse on Tuesday by…
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Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture visits Zebilla to engage tomato farmers preparing for this year’s dry season farming
The Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. John Dumelo, conducted a visit to Zebilla in the Bawku West District to engage with tomato farmers who are preparing for the upcoming dry season farming. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting their production initiatives and ensuring access to reliable markets for their produce post-harvest, with…
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Mitigation Task Force inspects Tesa Dam for assessment and Re-installation
As part of the ongoing post-flood mitigation initiatives, the Flood Mitigation Task Force conducted an inspection of the Tesa Dam located near East Legon Boundary Road to evaluate the effects of encroachment and determine necessary interventions to restore the facility’s operational capacity. The team noted that the dam’s dimensions have been considerably diminished due to…
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Ghanaian broadcaster Kojo Dickson has officially announced his departure from Angel FM and Angel TV,
The esteemed media personality confirmed his resignation in a video shared by Sirr Joe on Facebook on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, following months of speculation regarding his future with the media organization. Kojo Dickson noted that he had received numerous phone calls and text messages from viewers and listeners inquiring about his absence from radio…
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NORTH TONGU DISTRICT ASSEMBLY RANKED 5TH BEST IN GHANA IN PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the Centre for Local Governance Advocacy (CLGA) and its funding partner, the European Union, acknowledged the exemplary performance of the North Tongu District Assembly for its significant achievement in the 2025 Public Financial Management Compliance League Table (PFMCLT). The Assembly secured the 5th position out of 261 Metropolitan, Municipal, and…
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Gov’t to Unlock GH¢6 Billion for 100,000 MSMEs by 2027 – Hon. Roosevelt Alexander Hotordze
The government has committed to unlocking GH¢6 billion in affordable financing by 2027 to support a minimum of 100,000 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) throughout Ghana. This commitment was announced during the 2026 MSME Day Celebration, which took place at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra. The event was organized by the…
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Charles Taylor gets stranded in US Amid fail promise by GFA
Former Black Stars player Charles Taylor has expressed his dismay at being left stranded in the United States following the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) failure to fulfill its commitments during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Taylor stated that GFA President Kurt Okraku had invited him to the World Cup, assuring him that, as a Ghana…
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KEEA AMBULANCE STATION PARTICIPATES IN A MASS CASUALTY INCIDENT SIMULATION EXERCISE
In an effort to enhance inter-agency collaboration and improve emergency preparedness within the Komenda Edina Egyafo Abirim (KEEA) municipality in the Central Region, personnel from the KEEA Ambulance Station, led by SAEMT David Akwesi Sekyere, participated in a mass casualty incident (MCI) simulation exercise organized by the Elmina Government Hospital. The primary objective of the…
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