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Boankra Inland Port Phase I Set for Completion by March 2025.

The Boankra Inland Port Project in the Ashanti Region is progressing, with contractors confident that Phase I will be completed by the end of March 2025. This phase includes essential infrastructure such as storage facilities, a security zone, roads, and the port terminal. The full completion of the project is anticipated by 2026.Dr. Justice Amo, CEO of Justmoh Construction Limited, highlighted the support from both the government and the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in pushing the project forward. The inland port is a critical infrastructure designed to serve importers and exporters in central and northern Ghana while facilitating transit traffic to neighboring countries.Launched by former President Nana Akufo-Addo in 2020, the Boankra Inland Port is expected to play a significant role in enhancing Ghana's position within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The project will alleviate traffic congestion […]

Edem 4Style January 25, 2025

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Obuasi Schools Remain Closed Amidst Violent Clashes – Ashanti Minister Nominee.

Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister nominee, has stated that schools in Obuasi will only reopen once peace and safety are assured. This decision follows violent clashes between illegal miners and military personnel guarding AngloGold Ashanti's Obuasi Mine, resulting in nine fatalities.In response to the unrest, both public and private schools have been temporarily shut down. Students have been instructed to stay home for their safety, even as authorities increase security presence in the area.Speaking on JoyNews' PM Express, Dr. Amoakohene emphasized the government's commitment to resolving the conflict and restoring normalcy. “The safety and well-being of our students are our top priority,” he said, adding that schools would reopen when peace is fully restored and the community feels secure.The government is working closely with local stakeholders to address the situation and ensure that residents can resume their daily […]

Edem 4Style January 21, 2025

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Appianyinasehene Celebrates BECE Stars with Cash Awards at Akwasidae.

Nana Kwanin Kwanfo II, the Appianyinasehene of Juaben in the Ashanti Region, marked the first Akwasidae celebration by awarding top-performing BECE candidates in the Juaben Municipality. Female students with aggregate 6 received GH₵3,000, while those scoring aggregates 8 and 9 were given GH₵2,000 and GH₵1,500, respectively, along with other goodies. Helina Asiedua Acquah from Atia MA JHS was named the overall best student. The initiative, inspired by the Otumfuo Education Fund, aims to motivate students to excel academically.

Edem 4Style January 21, 2025

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ASHANTI

Fire Displaces Dozens in Nima-Moke Slum.

A devastating fire in Nima-Moke, a slum in Ashanti Region’s Asokore Mampong Municipality, has left dozens of residents homeless. The fire, which broke out around 4:30 p.m. on January 17, 2025, destroyed over 50 wooden homes and displaced families.Eyewitnesses report that most of the residents were away at local markets during the blaze, unable to salvage their belongings. The fire spread rapidly, exacerbated by the area's highly combustible materials. This tragedy follows a similar fire that occurred in the area in 2020, further deepening the community’s hardships.

Edem 4Style January 18, 2025

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Ashanti Regional Presidential Lodge and Minister’s Residency Neglected for Years.

Once-pristine government properties, including the Presidential Lodge and the Regional Minister's residency in the Ashanti Region, have fallen into disrepair after being unused for eight years under the NPP administration. These facilities, once iconic, now suffer from overgrown weeds, broken ceilings, peeling paint, and damaged security structures.The NDC Regional Chairman, Augustus Nana Akwasi Andrew, criticized the neglect, recalling how the area was well-maintained under their leadership. Meanwhile, the NDC Regional Secretary, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, called for an investigation into why alternative accommodations were rented for officials while these facilities were abandoned.

Edem 4Style January 11, 2025

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Tragic Fire Claims Life of 3-Year-Old in Kumasi.

A heartbreaking fire in the Asawase-Dagomba Line area of Kumasi has claimed the life of a 3-year-old boy. The young child was napping with his 12-year-old sister when the fire engulfed their wooden home. While the sister managed to escape, she was unable to wake her brother in time.Although the cause of the fire is yet to be confirmed, residents suspect that faulty electrical connections may have triggered the blaze. Despite their best efforts, the community was unable to extinguish the fire, and the structure was completely destroyed.The child’s body has been laid to rest as authorities begin their investigation to determine the exact cause of the tragic incident.

Edem 4Style January 11, 2025

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ASHANTI

Ashanti GMA Condemns Attack on Divisional Chairman’s Residence, Calls for Justice.

he Ashanti Division of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has strongly condemned a violent attack on the residence of its Divisional Chairman, Dr. (Med) Paa Kwesi Baidoo. The incident, which occurred on the evening of December 18, 2024, left Dr. Baidoo’s wife and two-year-old son trapped and traumatised.According to a statement from the GMA, unknown individuals invaded the premises and cut down a large tree, causing it to crash onto the house. The impact damaged the roof and several personal belongings inside. Despite cries for help, the attackers fled, leaving passers-by to assist the family out of the house.Dr. Baidoo, who was at work during the attack, rushed home after being alerted and has since filed a formal complaint with the Ashanti Regional Police Headquarters in Kumasi.The GMA described the act as “wicked and callous” and called for swift action, […]

Edem 4Style December 24, 2024

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ASHANTI

Ashanti GWCL Staff Protest Over Bungalow Demolitions Amid Ownership Dispute.

The management of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) in the Ashanti Region faces backlash for allegedly failing to occupy newly constructed bungalows meant to replace buildings marked for demolition. Investigations reveal the land on which the old bungalows are located is part of 400 acres ceded to the Asantehene due to historical compensation disputes.Disgruntled staff of the GWCL, draped in red armbands, expressed frustration over what they described as the unlawful demolition of managers' properties. Two bungalows have already been demolished, and five others are earmarked for redevelopment by a private developer. The Vice Chair of GWCL’s Senior Staff Association, Emmanuel Okpoti Kodiah, criticized the lack of due process, claiming the properties symbolize the dedication of their leadership.Despite a Public-Private Partnership agreement to relocate affected staff, GWCL workers assert they were not informed about the allocation of three completed […]

Edem 4Style December 13, 2024

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NORTH EAST

Police Issue Wanted Notices for Three Suspects in Tepa Break-In.

The Ghana Police Service has declared three individuals wanted in connection with a break-in at a private warehouse and a radio station in Tepa, located in the Ashanti Region. The suspects, identified as Akakpo, the Assembly Member for Akwasiase, George, the Assembly Member for Maabang, and Muteed, are accused of unlawfully entering the warehouse and stealing various items, including agricultural spraying machines, fertilizer bags, and Wellington boots.The police have launched a manhunt to apprehend the suspects and bring them to justice. They are urging the public to come forward with any information that could help locate the individuals involved in this crime.Related StoriesPolice Praised for Remarkable Post-Election Response – Legal ExpertPolice Arrest 106 Suspects Over Post-Election ViolencePolice Launch Manhunt for Suspects in Various Incidents

Edem 4Style December 11, 2024

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Mahama Criticizes NPP’s “419 Politics” in Ashanti Region.

Ghana has unveiled a new chip-embedded passport featuring advanced biometric and security enhancements designed to simplify travel and improve document integrity. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, at the launch, described the e-passport as a "symbol of national progress and innovation," showcasing Ghana's readiness to meet global travel standards.The passport includes a microchip containing the holder’s biometric and photo data, along with anti-fraud measures to prevent identity theft and forgery. Its design incorporates traditional Adinkra symbols, including "Fawohodie" (freedom and independence) and "Funtunfunefu Denkyemfunefu" (democracy and cooperation), reflecting Ghana's cultural heritage.President Akufo-Addo emphasized the evolution of Ghanaian passports, from handwritten documents to the latest chip-embedded version, as a testament to the nation’s dedication to adapting to global trends. He added that the new system also addresses long-standing inefficiencies and eliminates unauthorized middlemen, or "Goro boys," through streamlined processes at passport offices […]

Edem 4Style December 3, 2024

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