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PURC Resolves Utility Complaints and Increases Awareness in Volta and Oti Regions.

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) in the Volta and Oti regions resolved 215 of the 239 complaints it received in the third quarter of 2024. The majority of these complaints focused on service quality issues, overbilling, and metering concerns. As part of its public education efforts, PURC engaged over 5,400 stakeholders through 45 programs that shared information on consumption reduction, safety, and consumers' rights and responsibilities under Ghana's regulatory guidelines. Additionally, PURC monitored nine district service centers across both regions to ensure quality service delivery, further supporting the improvement of utility services and public awareness in these regions.

Edem 4Style October 26, 2024

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Mahama’s Oti Region Campaign Tour Postponed.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced the postponement of John Dramani Mahama's campaign tour of the Oti Region. Gabriel Kwame Lemboe, the regional secretary, informed the Ghana News Agency that a new schedule will be shared soon, as supporters were eagerly anticipating the tour across all nine constituencies in the region. Although the reason for the delay is not yet clear, the NDC has expressed apologies for any inconvenience and reassured constituents that further details will follow shortly as they gear up for the 2024 elections.

Edem 4Style October 14, 2024

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Mahama to Kick Off Oti Region Campaign Tour for 2024 Elections.

John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is set to embark on a two-day campaign tour of the Oti Region starting on October 17, 2024. During this tour, Mahama aims to engage with voters in all nine constituencies, including key areas like Guan, Jasikan, Nkwanta South, and Krachi West.The campaign will focus on smaller, community-centered events to build personal connections with the electorate. Mahama plans to reaffirm his commitment to completing stalled projects, enhancing economic growth, and addressing farmers' needs with service centers and better access to farming tools.Accompanied by national executives and MPs, Mahama will highlight key manifesto points such as fixing the economy and promoting women’s development banks and agro-processing factories. The tour is expected to stir excitement among voters in the Oti Region as the 2024 election approaches.

Edem 4Style October 12, 2024

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Nearly 3,000 New Voters Registered in Oti Region’s Mop-Up Exercise.

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana successfully registered 2,988 new voters in the Oti Region during its recent mop-up voter registration exercise. Among the new registrants, 1,541 were female and 1,430 were male. A significant portion of the newly registered voters, 1,998, were between 18 and 21 years old, while 954 were older than 21. The EC also noted that 11 persons with disabilities were part of the newly registered voters. This effort forms part of Ghana’s broader strategy to ensure that eligible citizens are prepared to vote in upcoming elections.

Edem 4Style October 11, 2024

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Minister Condemns Vandalism of Key Bridge in Oti Region, Urges Community Action.

The Roads and Highways Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has voiced concern over the vandalism of a metal bridge over the River Dikyebu in the Oti Region. The bridge, which connects eight farming communities in Nkwanta Municipality, has been severely damaged, with bolts and nuts removed, rendering it unsafe for vehicles. Constructed in 2018, it was intended to improve accessibility, but its current state disrupts travel and threatens the movement of goods. During a visit to the area, Asenso-Boakye urged the local community to prevent further destruction and pledged government funds for repairs. He also discussed the completion of key road projects in the region. 

Edem 4Style October 9, 2024

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Over 4,000 Teenage Pregnancies Reported in Oti Region; Okada Riders Join Fight.

In response to a troubling surge of over 4,000 teenage pregnancies in the Oti Region from 2023 to August 2024, the Oti Regional Co-ordinating Council, in partnership with the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Social Welfare Department, and UNFPA, has called on okada riders in Krachi East to help tackle the issue.During a workshop in Dambai, Juliet Akorfa Akorlie, Adolescent Focal Person, urged the riders to engage teens in conversations about sexual health and promote responsible behavior. The growing trend of teenage pregnancies threatens the health, education, and future economic potential of these young girls.Okada riders responded positively, committing to using their community influence to guide and educate the youth on avoiding risky behavior and accessing available support services like counseling and health clinics.

Edem 4Style October 7, 2024

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Tragic Collision Claims Four Lives on Asukawkaw Bridge.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.A deadly head-on collision on the Asukawkaw Bridge in the Oti Region’s Krachi East Municipality has left four people dead and several injured. The accident, which occurred on Tuesday, October 1, involved an Urvan bus and a Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) vehicle. Rescue teams swiftly responded, pulling survivors from the wreckage. The Urvan driver and three passengers were pronounced dead at the scene, while the injured were rushed to Worawora Government Hospital.The accident has renewed calls for improved safety measures on the bridge, which has seen a rise in accidents recently. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.

Edem 4Style October 5, 2024

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Empowering Teenage Girls: A Call to End Inequality in Oti Region.

Teenage girls in Ghana continue to face significant inequalities that make them vulnerable to challenges such as pregnancy, sexual and gender-based violence, and child marriage, according to Mrs. Esther Hammond, Acting Oti Regional Director of the Department of Gender. Speaking at a two-day mentorship and empowerment camp in Dambai, she stressed the importance of empowering girls for Ghana’s future development. The event, organized by the Department of Gender and supported by the UNFPA, brought together 40 girls aged 10-19 from various districts in the Oti Region. The program focused on educating them about critical issues affecting their well-being and the importance of education and health awareness. Mrs. Hammond emphasized that empowering girls leads to improved education, economic opportunities, and better health outcomes. Mr. Daniel Machator, the Oti Regional Minister, urged girls to avoid actions that could lead to teenage pregnancy […]

Edem 4Style October 3, 2024

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Wealth in Funerals, Poverty in Education in Oti Region.

The Oti Region, established in December 2018 from the Volta Region, is home to a diverse population of around 800,000 people, predominantly from Guan-speaking tribes such as Krachi, Nchumuru/Chonke, and Buem, along with various migrant groups. The region comprises six districts, with Dambai serving as the regional capital.The primary economic activities in the Oti Region are farming, which employs 60% of the workforce, along with fishing, poultry, and trading. Despite the hard work of the community members, poverty remains prevalent in the region. However, one must question: are the inhabitants truly impoverished? What are the costs associated with funerals in the area, and how do these expenditures affect investments in education for children, which could help break the cycle of poverty?The importance of education cannot be overstated. It serves as a "passport to the future." However, during my work with […]

Edem 4Style October 1, 2024

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Abotoase Market: A Village in Ghana’s Oti Region Where Barter Trade Thrives as a Tourist Attraction.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.In the small village of Abotoase, located in the Biakoye District of Ghana’s Oti Region, an ancient form of commerce—barter trade—is still actively practiced. This age-old system, which involves exchanging goods without the use of money, remains a vital part of the community’s economy, particularly among the women who frequent the market.At the Abotoase market, local residents bring farm produce such as maize, cassava, plantain, palm nuts, and corn dough to exchange for fish and other necessities. A video shared by Wins TV captures the scene, showing women engaging in lively barter transactions as they trade their harvest for fresh fish.This practice is a throwback to earlier times in Ghana when barter trade was the primary method of acquiring goods. Despite the rise […]

Edem 4Style September 27, 2024

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