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Obuasi Assembly Begins 24-Unit Classroom Project to Ease School Congestion

The Obuasi Municipal Assembly (OMA) has begun the construction of a 24-unit ultra-modern classroom block aimed at improving education infrastructure and reducing classroom congestion within the municipality. The Obuasi Municipal Education Directorate officially cut sod for the project in the Ashanti Region, marking a major step toward addressing the growing infrastructure challenges in local schools. Speaking to Adom News after the ceremony, Edmund Oduro Adjei, Senior Manager of Sustainability, explained that the project has become essential due to the rising student population and the limited number of classroom facilities. He said the new building will include an ICT centre, sick bay, computer laboratory, and canteen, among other modern amenities designed to promote effective teaching and learning. “This project is timely and crucial. It will ensure that every child has access to a conducive learning environment,” Adjei stated. The GH₵20 million […]

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ARCC issues directives for Queenmother’s burial rites

The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC) has urged residents of the Greater Kumasi metropolis to strictly adhere to directives from the Manhyia Palace as the late Queenmother, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, is laid to rest on Thursday, September 18, 2025. According to the directives, schools and markets will be closed on the day. Pharmacies, banks, fuel stations, restaurants, and transport operators have been exempted from the restrictions on movement. Utility companies and essential service providers, including the Electricity Company of Ghana, Ghana Water Company Limited, Fire Service, Ambulance Service, and Health Service personnel, have also been exempted. However, the ARCC has issued guidelines to ensure proper identification of these groups. In a press release signed by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, all essential government workers are required to wear their official uniforms, carry valid identification cards, and commute […]

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Ashanti assembly member killed sparks investigation

The Ashanti Regional Security Council has launched a full-scale investigation into the killing of Samuel Danquah, the assembly member of Aboabo in the Amansie West District. The incident occurred after an altercation between residents of Mpatuam and security officers of Asanko Mines, which left Danquah dead and two others with gunshot wounds. The tragic event fueled outrage among residents, who set fire to equipment belonging to a subcontractor of Asanko Mine, reportedly valued at 28 million dollars. In response, the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, led a delegation to the community on Friday to mediate and calm tensions. Aggrieved youth, clad in red and holding placards with messages such as “Asanko Soldiers must go!”, demanded justice for the death of their community leader. The minister assured them that the government was committed to uncovering the truth and holding those […]

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K.T. Hammond: Ghana will suffer without Bawumia

Former Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, K.T. Hammond, has cautioned that Ghanaians may face severe hardship if former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is not elected President in the 2028 elections. Addressing supporters during Dr. Bawumia’s campaign tour in the Ashanti Region on September 10, Hammond expressed firm confidence in the former vice president’s leadership qualities, stressing that he has the competence and ability to manage the affairs of the country if given the mandate. He dismissed criticisms directed at Dr. Bawumia, particularly those questioning his faith, describing claims that he cannot be President because he is a Muslim as sheer madness. Hammond argued that Ghana’s future should not be determined by religious bias but by the competence and dedication of its leaders. “Have you monitored Bawumia’s capabilities and hard work? It’s madness to say Bawumia is a Muslim, […]

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Man Kills Father in Adansi South District

Residents of Nartey, near Menang in the Adansi South District of the Ashanti Region, have been left in shock after a 27-year-old man allegedly killed his father by slitting his throat. The tragic incident, which happened on Wednesday, has thrown the entire community into mourning. Witnesses revealed that the suspect, identified as Richard Yeboah, had previously attempted to harm his father on two separate occasions before finally carrying out the fatal attack. Robert Odami, Assembly Member for the Menang Electoral Area, confirmed the incident and described the atmosphere in the community as tense and fearful. Sert Agyiri, the Unit Committee Chairman for the area, disclosed that the New Edubiase Police quickly moved in and arrested the suspect after the crime. The victim, 52-year-old farmer Akwasi Yeboah, popularly known as “Akwasi Yomo,” was pronounced dead at the scene. His body has […]

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Adansi Chiefs Urge Tourism at Helicopter Crash Site

The Adansi Traditional Council has called on the government to transform the Sikaman Brofoyedru helicopter crash site in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region into a national tourist attraction. The appeal was made during a visit by council members to the crash site, where they performed final cleansing rituals for community members who assisted in retrieving the remains of the eight military officers who tragically lost their lives. Speaking to Adom News correspondent Isaac K. Normanyo, the Adansi Akyeamehene, Nana Kusi Anowuo, explained that the rituals were essential to protect those involved in the recovery process from any spiritual consequences. He stressed that, beyond its spiritual and cultural relevance, the site also holds historical importance and should be preserved as part of Ghana’s national heritage. “A monument should be erected here to honor the memory of the fallen […]

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Ramseyer Credit Union Marks 25 Years, Urges Stronger Regulations

The Ramseyer Cooperative Credit Union has celebrated its 25th anniversary with a strong appeal to government to strengthen financial regulations to safeguard the operations of credit unions across Ghana. Speaking at the milestone event in Kumasi, Chief Executive Officer Kennedy Yeboah highlighted the crucial role of credit unions in expanding financial inclusion, especially for low- and middle-income earners who often lack access to mainstream banking services. Mr. Yeboah stressed that despite remarkable progress in the cooperative sector over the past decades, weak regulatory frameworks and emerging risks in the financial landscape continue to pose challenges. “Government must look at the legislation that requires credit unions to be efficient, so that the unions can work hand in hand with government to achieve the results we want,” he urged. He emphasized that stronger financial oversight would not only protect members’ hard-earned savings […]

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Defence Ministry Vows Open Probe into Ashanti Crash

The Ministry of Defence has pledged a full, transparent investigation into the August 6 helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti Region, that claimed eight lives, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah. Speaking to traditional leaders in Accra on August 13, Deputy Defence Minister Brogya Genfi said the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) had commenced investigations and sought international collaboration to ensure the credibility of the process. “We have received a positive response to our request for international support. Nothing will be covered up—the process will be transparent, and the public will know exactly what happened and the cause of this tragic accident,” Mr. Genfi assured. He also called on the media to report responsibly to avoid misinformation. The crash victims included: Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation Samuel Aboagye, former parliamentary candidate Samuel Sarpong, NDC […]

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Kumasi Airport City Project Takes Off — Asantehene Urges Policies to Draw Local Investors

On June 23, 2025, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, officially broke ground on the Kumasi Airport City project, a 50-acre mixed-use development located adjacent to Prempeh I International Airport. He emphasized the need for tailored policy frameworks and risk incentives to encourage indigenous investors to support national development. Project Details & Vision Led by HDG Group and Turkish partner Miller Holding, phase one includes: Greenwich: 80+ luxury gated residences Kensington Heights: Four 15-storey luxury apartment towers (750 units total) Best Western Premier Hotel: A luxury hospitality component Cinnamon office complex: Class A offices, commercial mall, medical centre, school Event centre, parks, and eco-friendly infrastructure Delivery is expected in under two years, with Greenwich slated for completion in five months. Call to National Action The Asantehene urged a “national conversation” on local investment in Ghana’s future, backed by policy incentives, currency stability, and reduced […]

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Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo Assumes Role as KATH CEO with Commitment to Transparent Leadership

Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo has officially taken over as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), pledging to lead with a "clean heart and clear mind" and to prioritize the hospital's mission over personal interests. In his inaugural address to the management team on May 7, 2025, Dr. Baidoo emphasized his dedication to enhancing the hospital's capacity to meet patient expectations and to fostering a collaborative work environment. Dr. Baidoo, a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Fellow of both the West African College of Surgeons and the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, previously headed KATH's Trauma and Orthopaedics Directorate and served as Chairman of the Ashanti Regional division of the Ghana Medical Association. He succeeds Prof. Otchere Addai-Mensah, whose tenure from December 2022 to April 2025 was marked by significant advancements, including the expansion […]

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