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Police Bust Cocoa Bean Smuggling Ring, Three Arrested.

Ghana's Anti-Smuggling Task Force, in collaboration with the police, has arrested three suspects connected to the smuggling of 1,473 maxi bags of cocoa beans disguised under lumber. The suspects include a driver and two driver-mates of heavy-duty trucks intercepted in the Dormaa West District. While these suspects have been granted bail, two drivers involved remain at large.The seized trucks, with registration numbers GR 7237-21, GR-314-24, and AS 5278-23, are being held at the Bono Regional Police Headquarters. The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has taken custody of the beans. Officials emphasize the economic damage caused by smuggling and urge public cooperation in combating the practice, with rewards offered to informants.Meanwhile, the Forestry Commission is assessing the seized lumber, adding another layer to the ongoing investigations.

Edem 4Style January 16, 2025

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Wenchi Taskforce Arrests Illegal Miners, Including Chinese National.

The Wenchi Traditional Council’s task force arrested five suspected illegal miners, including a Chinese national, on January 14, 2025, at Atuna in the Bono Region. The operation, led by Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III, also seized four excavators, two washing machines, and two private Ford vehicles. The suspects and equipment were handed over to the Wenchi Divisional Police Command.Mr. Reindorf Oware, Special Aide to the Paramount Chief, emphasized the need for swift investigations and urged the police to ensure the suspects reclaim the degraded land. The Wenchi Council remains committed to combating illegal mining in the region.

Edem 4Style January 16, 2025

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COCOBOD Seizes Smuggled Cocoa and Lumber Trucks in Bono Region.

The Bono Regional office of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) recently seized three heavy-duty trucks loaded with bags of cocoa and lumber suspected of being smuggled to neighboring countries such as Burkina Faso, Togo, or Cote d'Ivoire. The trucks, with registration numbers GR 7237-21, AS 5278-23, and GR 314-24, were impounded in Nkrankwanta, Dormaa West District, following a tip-off. The drivers managed to escape, leaving the trucks behind. The cocoa bags, concealed under lumber, are now in the custody of the Forestry Commission as COCOBOD works on securing a court order for possession.

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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Mahama Picks 10 Regional Minister Nominees for Approval.

President John Dramani Mahama has submitted a list of ten nominees for parliamentary approval as regional ministers. These nominees represent regions including Oti, Volta, Eastern, Northern, North East, Upper East, Ashanti, Ahafo, Savannah, and Greater Accra.Notably, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the nominee for Greater Accra, is the only non-executive member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) among the group. She is currently the Member of Parliament for Shai Osudoku.While six regions—Western, Western North, Central, Bono, Bono East, and Upper West—still await nominations, the appointees so far include seasoned professionals and politicians with diverse expertise in governance, education, health, law, and public service.Some nominees, such as Ali Adolf John for the Northern Region, have already received widespread support in their regions. Parliament’s Appointment Committee has begun vetting nominees, with three awaiting final approval.

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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ECG Launches “Operation Keep the Lights On” to Recover Revenue.

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a revenue mobilization exercise, "Operation Keep the Lights On," set to run from January 15 to January 31, 2025. This initiative targets customers with arrears and includes prepaid meter inspections to ensure compliance.In a statement, ECG reminded the public that reconnecting after disconnection without authorization is a crime. The company plans to redeploy senior staff to maximize efforts during the exercise while ensuring that essential customer services remain available.ECG also urged public cooperation and highlighted that the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s LI (2413) grants them access to installations for effective operations.

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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Mahama Tightens Market Security Amid Rising Fire Incidents.

President John Dramani Mahama has directed enhanced security measures at major markets nationwide following a series of devastating market fires.During a meeting with a delegation of traders from the Kantamanto Market, the President outlined immediate steps to address the situation. “We held a meeting with the security heads today to discuss how we can tighten security around all major markets to prevent such occurrences,” Mahama stated, referencing a recent fire at the Techiman Market.As part of the new directives, Ghana National Fire Service personnel and fire tenders will be stationed near key markets, especially at night, to ensure rapid response to any fire outbreaks. The President also announced plans to install CCTV cameras at strategic locations to monitor market activities and deter potential arsonists.The Kantamanto Market fire alone resulted in one death, over 7,000 shops destroyed, and more than 30,000 […]

Edem 4Style January 14, 2025

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Cedi Slides Against Dollar but Gains on Pound.

The Ghanaian cedi experienced a challenging week, depreciating by 0.48% against the US dollar and increasing its year-to-date loss to 1.27% as of January 13, 2025. The local currency ended the week at a mid-rate of GH¢15.68 per dollar and began the new week trading at GH¢15.85.However, the cedi managed a slight gain of 0.26% against the pound while losing 0.62% to the euro.The Bank of Ghana plans to auction $20 million to Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs) this week to ease demand pressures. Despite this, analysts predict that strong forex demand will keep the cedi under pressure throughout the week.

Edem 4Style January 14, 2025

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Ato Forson Pledges to Scrap Betting Tax and E-Levy in First Budget.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate, has vowed to abolish both the controversial betting tax and the E-Levy if approved. Speaking before the Appointments Committee on January 13, Dr. Forson criticized the betting tax as ineffective, arguing that it has failed to generate the expected revenue and instead burdens the sector unnecessarily.He also reaffirmed his opposition to the E-Levy, describing it as poorly classified and inefficient within Ghana’s tax framework. Dr. Forson emphasized his commitment to creating a sustainable and growth-oriented tax regime that relieves citizens and promotes economic development.Residents and businesses are optimistic about the potential relief these changes could bring, should Dr. Forson's plans be implemented successfully.

Edem 4Style January 14, 2025

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Fire Ravages Techiman Market, Leaves Traders in Ruins.

A massive fire engulfed the Techiman Central Market on Sunday night, destroying over 100 stalls and leaving traders devastated. The blaze, which started at 9:15 PM, wiped out goods worth millions of cedis, while firefighters battled to contain the flames with limited resources.Traders criticized the inadequate firefighting equipment in the area, noting that Techiman has only one fire tender. One distraught trader questioned, "Why does a whole metropolitan area have just one fire tender? With more equipment, this could have been controlled earlier."Another trader tearfully recounted her loss, explaining that all her investments, funded by loans, were gone. "I don't know how I'll survive now," she said.The Bono East Regional Fire Commander, ACFO II Naomi Ofori Adubea Sarpong, confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the fire's cause. She revealed that six fire tenders from neighboring areas, including Nkoranza […]

Edem 4Style January 13, 2025

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Atebubu Drivers Strike After 75-Year-Old Killed by Robbers.

Tensions erupted in Atebubu Amantin Municipality in the Bono East Region after suspected armed robbers murdered a 75-year-old driver on January 10, 2025. Frustrated drivers stormed the local police station, accusing officers of neglecting their duty to ensure road safety. The protest escalated, resulting in damage to a police vehicle.The incident occurred on the Atebubu-Amantin road, notorious for frequent robberies. Drivers claim the police prioritize collecting fines over preventing crime. Despite over ten police checkpoints, drivers allege that officers abandon their posts at night, leaving them vulnerable.The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) secretary, George Mensah, revealed that six drivers have been killed in recent months. Drivers have declared a strike, refusing to work until effective measures are taken to curb the robberies.The strike left passengers stranded, with many pleading for government intervention to deploy more security personnel to the […]

Edem 4Style January 13, 2025

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