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ECG to Relocate Power Lines in Erosion-Hit Ketu South

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced plans to relocate high and low-tension power lines in areas affected by severe coastal erosion in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region. This move aims to prevent potential disasters as rising sea levels continue to threaten communities.During an on-site visit to heavily impacted areas such as Agavedzi, Amutinu, Salakope, Fuveme, Kpokporgbor, and Agorkedzi, ECG’s Oti Regional General Manager, Christina Jatoe-Kaleo, reaffirmed the company's commitment to ensuring residents' safety and maintaining a stable power supply.According to ECG engineers, five electricity poles have already been damaged, but the relocation project will require the installation of twelve new poles to restore reliable power access. Denu ECG District Manager, Timothy Affrim, assured residents that power supply would not be disrupted during the transition.The initiative highlights ECG’s dedication to addressing infrastructure challenges and safeguarding affected […]

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Ibrahim Mahama Drives Brother John Mahama During Ketu South Relief Visit

A heartwarming moment between the Mahama brothers has gone viral after a video surfaced showing Ibrahim Mahama, a businessman, driving his elder brother, President John Dramani Mahama, during their visit to the Ketu South District. The brothers were in the Volta Region to deliver relief items to victims of the recent tidal wave flooding that devastated the area.In the footage, Ibrahim is seen behind the wheel of the president’s official vehicle, a gesture that excited many on social media. While some praised Ibrahim's display of brotherly support, others raised concerns about the safety protocols and appropriateness of the gesture, questioning if it adhered to official guidelines.During their visit, the Mahama brothers made stops in Amutinu, Salakope, and Agavedzi, where they distributed aid and met with affected families. Ibrahim Mahama also donated GH₵100,000 to the flood victims, a generous contribution that […]

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Mahama Pledges Action on Sea Defence After Tidal Wave Devastation

President John Mahama marked Ghana’s Independence Day with a visit to Agavedzi and other coastal communities in the Ketu South District, which were severely affected by recent tidal waves. He inspected the damage, provided relief items, and assured residents that he would push for the completion of the long-stalled Blekusu Sea Defence Project.During the visit, Mahama criticized an abandoned resettlement project by Ghana Gas, calling it inadequate. Over 300 people have been impacted by the disaster, with 50 homes destroyed along an 80-kilometer coastline.To support victims, Mahama donated essential supplies, while his brother, Ibrahim Mahama, and the Volta Region NDC caucus contributed GH₵200,000. Local chiefs voiced frustration over years of neglect, urging immediate action. In response, Mahama promised to ensure funding for the project in the 2025 budget.

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Volta Minister Vows to Protect Tidal Wave Victims

The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has assured residents of Ketu South affected by tidal waves that the government is taking urgent steps to safeguard lives and address the crisis.During a visit to the hardest-hit communities—Agavedzi, Amutinu, and Salakope—he acknowledged the devastation caused by the sea’s invasion, which has destroyed homes, displaced families, and even forced the exhumation of bodies from cemeteries. Some residents reported that two women died from heart attacks after losing their homes.Gunu, accompanied by security officials and the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), stated that the government is committed to finding long-term solutions. In the meantime, NADMO will remain on-site to assist affected residents, and medical teams, including a clinical psychologist, will arrive next week to provide healthcare and trauma support.Community leaders, including assembly members and traditional authorities, called for an urgent extension of the sea […]

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Dzifa Gomashie Appointed Minister-Designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts.

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Member of Parliament for Ketu South, as the Minister-designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts. The appointment, made on January 16, 2025, highlights a focus on strengthening Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and creative industry.Gomashie, a renowned actress, politician, and advocate for the arts, brings a wealth of experience to the role. With a background in both theatre and community development, she aims to integrate Ghana's creative arts into broader tourism and economic growth strategies.Her academic credentials, including a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and a Doctorate in Leadership, complement her track record as a former Deputy Minister for the sector.

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Ketu South MP Commissions Ultra-Modern Paediatric Emergency Unit.

The Ketu South Municipal Hospital now boasts a 10-bed, state-of-the-art paediatric emergency unit, commissioned by the Member of Parliament for Ketu South, Abla Dzifa Gomashie. This milestone aims to elevate the quality of child healthcare within the municipality and its surrounding areas.Speaking at the ceremony on November 20, 2024, Volta Regional Director of Health Services, Dr. Chrysantus Kubio, highlighted the critical need for the facility, stating that it will significantly improve the hospital's ability to handle paediatric emergencies effectively.Abla Dzifa Gomashie expressed gratitude to all contributors and called for further support to address other healthcare challenges in the municipality. "We need partnerships to build a dental unit and equip CHPS compounds for holistic healthcare delivery," she said.The hospital's medical superintendent, Dr. Alphonse Makafui Dzakpasu, praised the unit's impact, noting it addresses previous challenges where paediatric cases were managed in the […]

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