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Ahafo

Bono Region Records 252 More IDPs from Gbinyiri Land Clash

The Bono Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Fati Kine-Lam, has confirmed that 252 more people displaced by the Gbinyiri clashes have arrived in the region. She explained that 250 of them are currently being sheltered in Tain District communities, while two others are at Suma-Ahnekro in Jaman North. This brings the total number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Bono Region to around 800, including nearly 500 children. Most of them are being hosted in the Wenchi Municipality. The violence, which erupted on August 25 in Gbinyiri, Sawla/Tuna Kalba District of the Savannah Region, stemmed from a land dispute. Reports indicate about 30 people have died, while many others, mostly women and children, have fled for safety. Mrs Kine-Lam raised concerns about the health conditions of displaced children and pregnant women, stressing the urgent need for […]

Ahmad September 4, 2025

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Ahafo

Wenchi Hospital to Bury 28 Unclaimed Bodies After Three-Year Wait.

The Wenchi Methodist Hospital in the Bono Region is set to conduct a mass burial for 28 unclaimed and unidentified bodies that have been in the hospital's morgue for nearly three years. This initiative aims to alleviate the congestion that has hampered smooth operations at the facility.A statement from the Wenchi Municipal Coordinating Director, Jimah Yakubu, explained that the hospital had made repeated efforts to reach out to families for identification, but no progress was made.To address the issue, the Environmental Health Unit of the Wenchi Municipal Assembly and hospital management have scheduled the burial between January 23 and January 31, 2025. Families or individuals with missing relatives are encouraged to contact the hospital urgently to identify and collect the remains before the deadline.The hospital emphasized that clearing the morgue would not only decongest the facility but also ensure a […]

Edem 4Style January 25, 2025

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Ahafo

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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Ahafo

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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Ahafo

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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WESTERN

Wenchi SDA Church Honors Girls for Virginity Preservation.

The Wenchi West District of the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church in the Bono Region has honored 20 girls aged 13-16 for preserving their virginity. During a special thanksgiving service, the girls were recognized and awarded undisclosed sums for their upkeep. Mrs. Nana Amponsah Poku, the District Coordinator of the Young Adventist Women Ministries, praised the girls for their commitment and urged them to protect their virginity until marriage. She also emphasized the importance of reintroducing traditional rites like Bragoro or Dipo to safeguard young girls from promiscuity and teenage pregnancies.Pastor Andrews Dua Bour Kyere, Associate Pastor of the district, also commended the girls and encouraged others to remain focused on education and purity. The honored girls expressed gratitude for the church's support in their spiritual development.

Edem 4Style January 8, 2025

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BONO EAST

Bono Public Employment Centre Inaugurated to Boost Job Opportunities.

The newly constructed Public Employment Centre in Odomase, located in the Sunyani West Municipality of Ghana's Bono Region, was inaugurated on November 6, 2024, by Ignatius Baffuor-Awuah, the Minister of Employment, Labour Relations, and Pensions. This centre is part of the Ghana Jobs and Skills Project, an initiative focused on enhancing job creation and skills development across the country by establishing one employment centre in each of Ghana’s 16 regions.These centres will host the Ghana Labour Market Information System (GLMIS), providing job seekers with resources, career guidance, and skills training to help them meet the demands of Ghana’s job market. According to Baffuor-Awuah, these facilities are essential in bridging skills gaps and supporting national economic transformation by giving job seekers access to valuable labour market information.The centres aim to reduce unemployment by connecting job seekers with potential employers and offering […]

Edem 4Style November 7, 2024

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BONO EAST

Curfew Imposed on Sampa Amidst Chieftaincy Dispute Tensions.

The Ghanaian Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, has imposed a nighttime curfew on Sampa Township in the Jaman North District, Bono Region, following rising tensions over a local chieftaincy dispute. Effective October 24, 2024, the curfew restricts movement from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily until further notice.This decision was advised by the Bono Regional Security Council to maintain peace and prevent further conflicts in the area. The Interior Ministry also enforced a ban on carrying firearms, ammunition, or any offensive weapons in Sampa. Violators of the ban will face arrest and prosecution. In a call for calm, the government urged local chiefs, youth, and community leaders to prioritize peaceful solutions and avoid violence.

Edem 4Style October 29, 2024

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BONO EAST

Bono Region Launches Campaign to Prevent Rabies in Schools.

Following the tragic death of a 16-year-old boy bitten by a stray dog in the Jaman North District, educational authorities in the Bono Region have initiated a widespread rabies prevention campaign. The boy's passing, attributed to a lack of knowledge about proper dog bite management, prompted the Ghana Education Service (GES) and Veterinary Services Department to team up with local schools. This initiative will train 542 teachers and coordinators to educate students, teachers, and parents in 225 basic schools on rabies prevention. 

Edem 4Style October 14, 2024

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BRONG AHAFO

Rex in Sunyani: The City Spot That Never Sleeps.

Rex, a bustling area in Sunyani, Bono Region, remains alive well into the night. Located near Sunyani COCOBOD, the place thrives with various activities, from food vending to taxi services. Late-night food vendors serve everything from traditional dishes to shawarma and fruits, attracting crowds, especially the youth. Improved street lighting has boosted security and discouraged crime, while the vibrant atmosphere continues to thrive, reminiscent of the old Rex Cinema House, which once drew crowds for films and live music performances.

Edem 4Style October 8, 2024

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