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How Muntaka narrowly escaped the deadly helicopter crash

On 6 August 2025, a Ghana Armed Forces Harbin Z-9 helicopter crashed near Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region. The tragedy claimed the lives of eight people—including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed—as confirmed by multiple sources. No one on board survived. Among those originally scheduled to fly was Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak. The Deputy Director-General of the National Service Authority, Fuseini Donkor, revealed on TV3’s "NewDay" that Muntaka had been the fifth passenger booked on the flight. However, Finance Minister Dr. Ato Forson intervened at the last moment, requesting Muntaka’s presence in Accra for an urgent meeting with immigration officials. As a result, Murtala Mohammed took his place aboard the chopper. If not for that critical change—prompted by Ato Forson’s insistence—Muntaka would have been among those on the ill-fated flight. This intervention inadvertently spared […]

Ahmad August 7, 2025

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Ahafo

GNAGM completes financial training for 778 MSMEs in inclusive initiative

The Ghana National Association of Garment Makers (GNAGM) recently celebrated the successful completion of the Improving Access to Finance training for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), marking a key milestone in financial inclusion efforts across Ghana. This programme, supported by the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) under its Private and Financial Sector (PFS) initiative, saw 778 GNAGM members complete the training — part of a broader intervention that has benefited 2,909 MSMEs spanning 13 trade associations across Greater Accra, Ashanti, Bono, Bono East, and Ahafo regions. What stands out in this initiative is its inclusive approach: 54% of participants were women, 46% were men, 17.4% were persons with disabilities, and 26.7% were young entrepreneurs aged between 15 and 35. Participants received certificates at a ceremonial event, with many expressing appreciation for the transformative impact of the training. They reported improved […]

Ahmad August 7, 2025

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Ahafo

Power fully restored in Tamale following Energy Minister’s intervention

On August 6, 2025, electricity supply was fully restored in Tamale and surrounding communities, thanks to swift action and stakeholder engagement led by the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, after field staff from NEDCo and VRA withdrew services over safety concerns. The blackout had left thousands without power following the suspension of field operations by NEDCo and VRA staff, who cited violent attacks against personnel as the primary reason for halting service delivery across the region. Minister Jinapor returned from leave on August 4 and personally visited the Northern Region, convening with key stakeholders including the Northern Regional Minister, Tamale Mayor, NEDCo and VRA management, and representatives of their Senior Staff Association and Union—alongside regional security chiefs—to iron out immediate restoration protocols. In a show of inclusive diplomacy, he also met with traditional authorities—visiting the Gukpenaa, Kuga […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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Ahafo

400 Nkwanta SHS final‑year students now boarders amid security fears

As of August 6, 2025, 400 final‑year students at Nkwanta Senior High School (NKWANSEC) have been officially converted to full boarders due to escalating security fears linked to renewed ethnic violence in the area—particularly between the Akyode and Challa communities. The decision followed the tragic death of a final‑year student by a stray bullet on June 27, during clashes that erupted across Nkwanta South Municipality amid traditional rites and inter-group tension . With students commuting daily through volatile zones, school authorities determined that boarding arrangements would better shield learners from harm. What Led to the Conversion Earlier in July, 846 final‑year students across Nkwanta SHS, Community SHS, and Kyabobo Girls’ SHS had been directed to return to school by August 1, as security agencies—especially the Ghana Police Service—enhanced patrols around school perimeters and along key travel corridors to safeguard students’ movement. But as hostilities persisted […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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GAF confirms crash of Z‑9 chopper, calls it a national tragedy

On August 6, 2025, the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) issued a statement concerning the Z‑9 Air Force helicopter that crashed in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti Region, shortly after departing Accra at 9:12 a.m. en route to Obuasi. The aircraft carried three crew members and five passengers, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. According to GAF, radar contact was lost minutes after takeoff. Emergency teams were immediately mobilised to the crash site, where the helicopter was found burnt beyond recognition, with no visible survivors. While the military did not explicitly confirm its ownership of the aircraft, it noted that search and recovery efforts were underway. In a separate press briefing, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah described the incident as a “national tragedy,” directing that flags be flown at half‑mast in honour of the victims. Confirmed […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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Ahafo

Dagbon Overlord rejects NEDCo apology amid power outage crisis

The Overlord of Dagbon at Gbewaa Palace has firmly rejected an apology from NEDCo (Northern Electricity Distribution Company) amid an escalating power dispute, calling into question accountability and trust in the utility provider and government officials. What Happened? On August 5, 2025, Energy Minister John Jinapor traveled to Tamale to address concerns over widespread electricity outages and NEDCo’s decision to suspend field operations—actions that had drawn intense criticism from residents and traditional authorities. However, upon arrival, Jinapor and his delegation were turned away by the Overlord, who stated that power must be restored before any dialogue could proceed. The Overlord’s refusal was rooted in frustration: communities under his jurisdiction had suffered prolonged dumsor (load shedding), and residents accused NEDCo of deploying personnel disrespectfully and operating with disregard for local customs. The Overlord insisted that restoring electricity should take precedence over […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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Ahafo

Fisheries Ministry suspends four trawler licences over illegal fishing

The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, together with the Fisheries Commission, has taken decisive enforcement action by suspending the licences of four industrial trawl vessels found violating Ghana’s maritime regulations within its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). On April 1, 2025, licences for the vessels—Meng Xin 10 (Nassa Co. Ltd.), Florence 2 (Akrafi Fisheries), and Long Xiang 607 & 608 (Wannimas Complex Co. Ltd.)—were suspended for 12 months under Sections 76(1) and 76(2) of the Fisheries Act, 2002 (Act 625), with immediate effect. These vessels were found to have committed multiple serious infractions, including unauthorised transshipment (locally known as Saiko), dumping of fish at sea, fishing in restricted zones, and harvesting juvenile fish in breach of the Fisheries Regulations, 2010 (L.I. 1968) and Section 132 of Act 625. Impact on Marine Ecosystem & Local Communities The ministry emphasised that such practices are a […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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Ahafo

Omane Boamah & Murtala Mohammed die in Ghana military helicopter crash

A military Z‑9 helicopter carrying eight people, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, crashed into a tree and burst into flames at Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region on the morning of August 6, 2025, shortly after departing Accra en route to Obuasi. According to Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, all onboard are confirmed dead, and national flags will be flown at half-mast in honour of the fallen. The crash victims include: Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence (also former Communications Minister) Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed – Minister for Environment, Science, Technology & Innovation, MP for Tamale Central Alhaji Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Dr. Samuel Sarpong – Vice Chairman of the NDC Samuel Aboagye – Former parliamentary candidate Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala – pilot Flying Officer Twum Ampadu – co-pilot Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah – crew member The Ghana […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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Nana Yaa Jantuah: DStv overpriced with outdated content

Nana Yaa Jantuah, a presidential staffer and former executive secretary of Ghana’s Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), has strongly echoed calls for MultiChoice Ghana to cut its DStv subscription prices—arguing that the current fees are unjustified and the content increasingly stale and outdated. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on August 5, 2025, she declared: "They should reduce their prices because their content is even horrible." She further added that besides African Magic programming, most foreign shows DStv airs are old, which falls short of expectations given its charges. Jantuah highlighted her own viewing habits: she keeps DStv at home solely for her male household members who enjoy it; otherwise, she'd prefer Netflix. In her view, DStv’s price point is disproportionate compared to the perceived value of its offerings. Her comments come amid mounting political pressure led by the Minister of […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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John Boadu alleges NDC condemned galamsey publicly, endorsed privately

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has faced allegations from its critics for publicly condemning galamsey—illegal small-scale mining—while secretly failing to take firm action in government, effectively endorsing the menace in private, according to political insiders and minority lawmakers. Although there is no record of General Secretary Johnson Asiedu Nketiah or other NDC frontline figures directly admitting this, the accusation is rooted in a broader critique of hypocrisy and policy failure as Ghana struggles with escalating environmental damage. The Minority in Parliament, acting through Ranking Member Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, sharply condemned the government—led by NDC—as engaging in a “grand deception.” Despite publicly decrying galamsey, the Minority claims the administration has, in reality, allowed the crisis to deepen through inaction and selective enforcement. They claim that at least GHS 50 million was allocated in the 2025 budget for anti-galamsey efforts, yet measures remain mostly symbolic […]

Ahmad August 6, 2025

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