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Western Region Minister Vows Accountability in Ghana’s District Road Improvement

The Western Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Nelson, has assured that the Western Regional Coordinating Council will ensure the proper use of equipment provided under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP). He gave the assurance during an orientation programme for District Coordinators from the Western, Western North, and Central regions, held in Takoradi. Nelson highlighted that good roads are essential for connecting communities, facilitating trade, and supporting social interaction. He stressed that the poor condition of many roads in the region has slowed development, making DRIP a crucial intervention. The Minister proposed that DRIP should serve as a training platform for machine operators and technicians under the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) model. This approach, he explained, would create thousands of jobs for the youth while ensuring that local expertise sustains the programme. Nelson also urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives […]

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Accra Roads Closed for Millennium Marathon 2025 – Police Traffic Advisory

The Ghana Police Service has announced temporary road closures and traffic diversions in Accra to facilitate the 2025 Millennium Marathon Sports Limited (MMSL) on Saturday, September 6. According to the Police, the restrictions will affect several key roads in the capital, particularly within Osu and Cantonments. The affected routes include: Atta Mills High Street towards Osu Liberation Road from the 37 Intersections to the Central Business District (CBD) Independence Avenue at the National Theatre traffic light La Beach Road Oxford Street Cantonments Road Jawaharlal Nehru Road To ease congestion, alternative routes have been outlined. Motorists using Liberation Road are advised to divert through Kaokudi via the Kanda Highway to Barnes Road towards the CBD, or connect through Giffard Road to Osu. Drivers on Atta Mills Highway may use Liberia Road and Barnes Road through the 37 Intersections to access Osu […]

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VIP Bus Union Revises Departure Times on Wa–Kumasi and Wa–Accra Routes

The VIP Bus Transport Union in the Upper West Region has announced new evening departure times for trips to Kumasi and Accra, following the curfew imposed on Bole Township and surrounding areas. Effective Tuesday, September 2, 2025, all passengers traveling on the Wa–Kumasi and Wa–Accra routes must report by 3:30 p.m., with buses scheduled to depart strictly at 4:00 p.m. The union emphasized that there will be no delays, citing ongoing security operations along the Sawla–Bole stretch. Passengers have been urged to purchase tickets in advance and arrive on time, as buses will not wait for latecomers. “This adjustment is necessary due to security operations along the route, especially around the Sawla–Bole area. Please buy your tickets in advance and arrive on time, as the bus will not wait for latecomers,” the statement read. The union assured passengers that the […]

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Gomoa Fetteh Chiefs Ban Bullets and Motorbikes at Ahorbaa Kese Festival

raditional leaders of Gomoa Fetteh in the Gomoa East District have announced a ban on the use of live bullets and motorbikes during this year’s Ahorbaa Kese Festival. The festival, which is widely known for its distinctive Akoso-Dontoba dance, officially opened with traditional rituals and a community cleansing ceremony led by the chiefs. The Omankrado of Gomoa Fetteh, Nana Kwesi Quansah, explained that the restrictions were introduced to protect lives and maintain order. He warned that anyone caught with live ammunition would be arrested and handed over to the police. He further disclosed that a designated parking space had been created for motorbike riders to minimise the risk of accidents during the celebration. “We want to celebrate peacefully without incidents. That’s why these measures have been put in place,” Nana Quansah said. Some sub-chiefs also called on participants to exercise […]

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WAEC Confirms 14 Arrests for WASSCE Malpractice Across Ghana

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has confirmed the arrest of 14 individuals—including teachers, students, and invigilators—for alleged malpractice in the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). According to WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, John Kapi, the arrests were made at multiple centres, including: Yeji Senior High School Abbott College (Asante Bekwai) Atwima Kwanwoma Presbyterian SHS Kapi noted that the number of arrests could rise as investigations continue, adding that results from the implicated schools will undergo extra scrutiny. Adventist Day SHS (Kumasi): Several mobile phones were seized from candidates, prompting WAEC to shut down the centre. Affected students were relocated to the WAEC regional office under strict supervision. Kasoa: Two impersonators were sentenced to six months in prison each, while an accomplice received eight months. Kukurantumi: A school proprietor and teacher were arrested for allegedly running a […]

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Kasoa Court Jails Teacher and Two Students for WASSCE Malpractice

The Kasoa-Ofaakor District Magistrate Court has sentenced three individuals to a combined 20 months in prison for their involvement in examination malpractice during the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The convicts include: Samuel Armah, a teacher at Ghana College SHS and invigilator, who was caught with leaked Social Studies Paper 1 answers on his phone, dictating them to candidates. He was fined 80 penalty units and sentenced to eight months in prison. Kwame Oteng Nkansah, a Level 100 student at Accra Technical University, convicted of impersonating candidate Quayson Francis Atta of Ghana College SHS. He received six months in prison and an 80 penalty unit fine. Amedeka James, a Level 100 student at the University of Ghana, who impersonated his twin brother Amedeka Justice. He was also sentenced to six months in prison plus an 80 penalty […]

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WAEC Closes Adventist Day SHS Exam Centre in Kumasi Over Phone Seizures

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has closed the Adventist Day Senior High School examination centre in Kumasi after several mobile phones were seized from candidates during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Head of Public Affairs at WAEC, John Kapi, said at a press briefing on Friday, September 5, 2025, that the decision was taken to protect the integrity of the exams. The affected students have since been relocated to WAEC’s regional office in Kumasi, where they will continue their papers under strict supervision. This closure adds to a series of malpractice cases recorded in this year’s WASSCE, with at least 14 teachers, students, and invigilators arrested nationwide for their involvement. WAEC has assured the public that results from all implicated centres will undergo rigorous scrutiny before final publication.

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Dr. Kwabena Donkor Commissions 12-Unit Health Centre at Parambo Sawaba

Former Member of Parliament for Pru East, Dr. Kwabena Donkor, has commissioned a modern 12-unit health centre in Parambo Sawaba to improve healthcare delivery for residents of the community and surrounding areas. The new facility features consulting rooms, a maternity ward, laboratories, a dispensary, and offices for health workers. It is expected to serve as a major health hub and ease pressure on existing health facilities in the Pru East District. At the commissioning ceremony, Dr. Donkor said the project reflects his commitment to strengthening healthcare infrastructure in rural Ghana. He stressed that access to quality healthcare is a basic right and urged health workers at the facility to demonstrate dedication and professionalism in serving the community. District Health Director, Mr. Ahmed Ramshia, thanked Dr. Donkor for the intervention and assured that the centre would be fully staffed and equipped […]

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Cocoa Farmers Advised to Save During Harvest to Break Debt Cycle

Cocoa farmers have been advised to adopt a savings culture during the peak harvest season to protect themselves from financial hardships and reduce dependence on loans during the lean season. Industry experts warn that the growing reliance on borrowing in off-seasons often pushes farmers into crippling debt, destabilising farming households and threatening livelihoods. Speaking at a capacity-building workshop for women in the cocoa value chain at Nkrankwanta, District Cocoa Officer Johnson Asumah cautioned against reckless spending and stressed the need for prudent financial management. He said saving during harvest time is critical for breaking the cycle of debt. The workshop, which brought together over 300 women, also introduced participants to alternative livelihoods including organic pesticide production, fish farming, snail rearing, and soap making. Community Extension Agent Mercy Bempomaa Oduro-Gyan highlighted the importance of income diversification, saying it would enable women […]

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National Service Person Remanded for GH¢303,950 Stanbic Bank Theft

A 25-year-old National Service Person, Jesper Kobina Mensah, has been arraigned before the Circuit Court in Accra for allegedly stealing GH¢303,950 through unauthorised electronic transfers from a Stanbic Bank Ghana Ltd customer’s account. Presided over by Her Honour Sedinam Awo Kwadam, the accused was charged with one count of stealing under Section 124(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29), as amended, and Section 107 of the Electronic Transaction Act, 2008 (Act 772). Mensah pleaded not guilty but was denied bail and remanded into police custody. The prosecution, led by DSP Emmanuel Nyamekye, explained that the funds were siphoned on July 15, 2025, from the account of a Ghanaian customer based in South Africa. The stolen money was traced to several MTN Mobile Money accounts registered under different names, including Abraham Asiedu, Stephen Eshun, and Fatau Sulley. Investigations revealed […]

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