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Bawku Conflict Declared National Crisis, Otumfuo’s Mediation Brings Renewed Hope — Agalga

Agalga Calls for National Unity in Addressing Bawku Crisis, Praises Otumfuo’s Mediation Efforts Speaking on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Builsa North MP James Agalga raised serious concerns about the escalating violence in Bawku, describing it as a national crisis that now threatens neighboring communities. He strongly advocated support for the peace talks led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. “I speak with a heavy heart. I’ve lived in Bawku and know the people personally—both Kusasis and Mamprusis. I consider them family,” Agalga said. He warned that the conflict has spilled over into surrounding areas such as Binduri, Bulenga, and Walewale, making travel increasingly unsafe. “This situation predates the NDC. Even under President Akufo-Addo, it worsened to the point where parts of the region, like the stretch between Bulenga and Walewale, became dangerous. I know someone who was shot after […]

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Bawku Conflict: Mahama Announces Resumption of Otumfuo’s Royal-Led Peace Mediation Next Week

Speaking at a graduation ceremony at the Ghana Military Academy on Friday, April 11, the President said the Asantehene had assured him of his commitment to reconvene stakeholders and continue the peace dialogue upon his return from a brief visit abroad. “We have triggered the Otumfuo mediation process, which saw all stakeholders participate in discussions in Kumasi on a roadmap towards peace. I am assured by the Asantehene that the process will commence next week when he returns from his brief visit abroad,” he announced. He urged all parties to renew their commitment to peace, adding, “I entreat all sides to embrace peace as we dialogue to resolve these age-old disputes.” He recounted the recent violence in Bawku, where an incident in  a marketplace just two days ago led to the loss of life and destruction of property. “The flashpoint […]

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Cecilia Dapaah Case: Alleged Stolen Jewelry Belonged to Late Wife of Otumfuo – Lawyer of 2nd

The trial concerning the theft of valuables from former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah’s home took a new twist when her late brother's involvement was revealed in court. Dapaah disclosed that her brother, Nana Akwasi Essan II, who served as a subchief under the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, had some connection to the stolen items, including $210,000.In her cross-examination, lawyer Augustine Gyamfi asked Dapaah about her royal family background, specifically if she and her family were custodians of property belonging to the Asantehene’s wife. Dapaah initially denied such a connection but later confirmed that her late brother did have a role in the Manhyia Palace.Gyamfi went on to suggest that the jewelry alleged to have been stolen from Dapaah’s home actually belonged to the late wife of Otumfuo Osei Tutu I, and it had been returned. Dapaah, however, rejected these […]

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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 […]

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Police Investigate Alleged Attack on Asantehene’s Convoy in Techiman.

The Ghana Police Service is investigating an alleged attack on the convoy of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, which reportedly occurred on December 2, 2024, in Techiman, Bono East Region.According to a police statement, the incident happened as the Asantehene was returning from a funeral in Nkoranza. Some youth, believed to be residents of Techiman, allegedly threw stones at buses in the convoy.The police have confirmed engaging with the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi and other stakeholders in Techiman to aid their ongoing investigation.“We urge the public to remain calm and cooperate with the Police as the investigation into the matter continues,” the statement added.This incident has drawn widespread attention due to the stature of the Asantehene, one of Ghana’s most prominent traditional leaders.

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Asantehene Initiates Construction of a Girls’ Dormitory for Sefwi Wiawso SHS.

Asantehene Initiates Construction of a girls' dormitory for his alma mater, Sefwi Wiawso S In a bid to support education, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has commenced the construction of a girls' dormitory for Sefwi Wiawso Senior High School, where he once studied. This initiative is aimed at addressing accommodation challenges faced by female students at the school, providing them with a safer and more conducive environment for their studies. The project, fully funded by the Asantehene, reflects his ongoing commitment to education and the well-being of students in Ghana. Over the years, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has undertaken various educational projects, including scholarships and infrastructure development, as part of his efforts to enhance learning opportunities for young people across the country. The construction of the dormitory will significantly benefit female students, offering them better living conditions and reducing […]

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