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Communication Key to Governance – Kate Addo

The Coordinating Director of the Public Affairs Subdivision, Madam Kate Addo, has underscored the importance of effective communication in governance during the 2025 Parliamentary Service Graduate Training Program. Delivering a presentation on communication and interpersonal skills, Madam Addo highlighted the profound benefits of clear and precise exchanges in workplace settings. She emphasized that employees at all levels must prioritize clarity and professionalism in both verbal and written communication — whether dealing with senior leaders or junior colleagues. She also advised participants to maintain neutrality and discretion when handling sensitive matters. According to Madam Addo, communication goes beyond skill it is a powerful tool for building trust, transparency, and accountability in governance. “Communication is the lifeblood of democracy,” she said.

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Singapore Names Orchid Hybrid After President John Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has been honoured in Singapore with an orchid hybrid named after him. The ceremony took place at the National Orchid Garden in Singapore’s Botanic Gardens, where the flower—now officially called Vanda John Dramani Mahama—was unveiled. The orchid joins Singapore’s renowned VIP Orchids collection, which features hybrids named after visiting dignitaries, including world leaders and heads of state. As part of the event, President Mahama toured the gardens, signed the visitors’ book, and was briefed on the institution’s history. Singapore’s tradition of dedicating orchid hybrids to distinguished guests is regarded as a gesture of goodwill and respect. Beyond their elegance, orchids in Singapore symbolize resilience and transformation—qualities the nation associates with its own development journey. President Mahama is currently in Singapore on a three-day state visit, which also includes his participation in the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum.

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GNFS: No Casualties in Suame Post Office Fire

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed that no lives were lost in the massive fire that gutted parts of the Suame Post Office area in Kumasi on Tuesday night, August 27. According to a GNFS statement, the service received a distress call at 11:46 p.m. about a blaze involving several commercial shops. A team from the Breman Fire Station, led by STNO II Boseah, arrived at 11:57 p.m. to find the fire already spreading rapidly. The flames were fought “both offensively and defensively” until they were brought under control at 2:06 a.m. with reinforcement from the Manhyia, RHQ Substation, and Mamponteng Fire Stations. Final extinguishment was completed at 10:43 a.m. The inferno destroyed 25 out of 44 shops and 192 sheds within the facility, reducing properties worth millions of cedis to ashes. Eyewitnesses reported that exploding gas cylinders […]

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Fred Oware: Bawumia Still Grassroots Favorite in NPP

Senior Advisor to the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has declared that the former Vice President remains the overwhelming choice of the party’s grassroots. Speaking in an interview on Pure FM on Wednesday, August 27, Fred Oware said if the NPP flagbearer election were held today, Dr. Bawumia would win decisively. “From the support we continue to see across the country, there is no doubt that if the election were held today, Dr. Bawumia would win massively. His message continues to resonate, and our delegates know the future of the NPP is safe with him,” Oware said. Oware pointed to Bawumia’s leadership in economic management and digital transformation during his tenure as Vice President as key reasons for his popularity. “The delegates and the ordinary Ghanaian can testify to the work he has done. That […]

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NPP Accuses Security Official of Military Intimidation Ahead of Akwatia By-Election

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accused the Director of Operations at the National Security Secretariat, Richard Jakpa, of deploying soldiers to intimidate residents ahead of the upcoming Akwatia by-election. At a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday, August 27, NPP Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah alleged that Jakpa was seen in Akwatia with armed soldiers. According to Ahiagbah, Jakpa reportedly told residents to leave town before the polls. “This action is provocative,” Ahiagbah said, stressing that the Ghana Police Service—already set to deploy 5,000 officers for election security—was capable of maintaining peace without military involvement. He further warned, “Any soldier involved in the Akwatia by-election will be considered and dealt with as a thug.” The NPP has appealed directly to President John Dramani Mahama, in his role as Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, to ensure that no military interference […]

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Ghana’s Airspace Safe, Says AIB

The Acting Commissioner of the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB), John M. K. Wumborti, has reassured the public that Ghana’s airspace remains safe, despite recent aviation incidents, including a Z-9 helicopter crash and emergency landings. Speaking at a press briefing in Accra, Mr. Wumborti explained that aviation in Ghana is backed by strict regulations and robust safety protocols. “Before an aircraft moves, it is not child’s play. What goes into preparing an aircraft for takeoff ensures passengers have 99.999% certainty of reaching their destination safely,” he stressed. Mr. Wumborti revealed that Ghana recently scored 89.89% in a safety audit, highlighting the strength and resilience of the country’s aviation safety system. He urged the public to remain confident in domestic air travel, assuring that preventive measures are always taken whenever warning signs are detected. “Our airspace is […]

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Man Found Dead in Girlfriend’s Room

A man in his early 30s has been discovered dead under suspicious circumstances in his girlfriend’s room at Mpasatia in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region. The deceased, Emmanuel Somuah, reportedly worked as an illegal miner (galamsey operator). According to residents, Emmanuel had rented the room for his girlfriend, Cynthia, and often spent weekends there. However, Cynthia was also alleged to entertain other men at the residence. An eyewitness recounted that on Saturday around 5 pm, Emmanuel arrived unexpectedly and found Cynthia with another man identified as Jeffrey. Moments later, Jeffrey was seen fleeing the scene. Emmanuel was later discovered lying unconscious on the floor. Tenants rushed Emmanuel to the Toase Hospital, but he was pronounced dead on arrival. The incident was reported to the Nkawie Divisional Police Command, leading to Cynthia’s arrest. Meanwhile, Jeffrey is currently on […]

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Police, Military Secure Savannah Region

The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the Ghana Armed Forces and other stakeholders, has intensified security operations in Sawla, Gbiniyiri, Giniri, and nearby communities in the Savannah Region following recent communal clashes. Security reinforcement teams have been dispatched to maintain law and order while restoring calm in the affected areas. Their presence is aimed at preventing further escalation and ensuring the safety of residents. The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, is personally leading a delegation from the National Police Headquarters to assess the security situation on the ground. The team is also engaging with traditional rulers, opinion leaders, and community stakeholders to discuss strategies for sustaining peace. In a statement released on Tuesday, August 26, the Police Service appealed to residents to remain calm and support security efforts. “We urge all parties to remain calm and work […]

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Ghana–Singapore Trade Reaches $215m in 2024

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that trade between Ghana and Singapore reached $215 million in 2024, with projections for further growth as investments expand. Speaking at the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum in Singapore on Tuesday, Mahama said the steady rise in trade reflects Ghana’s increasing role in West Africa’s partnership with Asia. “Africa and Asia are the two youngest, fastest-urbanising regions in the world. We are complementary in resources, markets, and know-how. And the numbers tell a clear story: Africa–Singapore trade rose by about 50% between 2020 and 2024 to nearly $14 billion, with West Africa accounting for more than half of that. Ghana–Singapore trade has also grown, reaching over $215 million in 2024,” he stated. The President added that the expansion of Ghana–Singapore trade is part of a wider Africa–Asia economic integration, which is set to reshape global […]

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Ghana Car Dealers Clear Air on Stolen US Vehicles

Following the recent crackdown on stolen vehicles, with over 100 US cars traced to Ghana, the Executive Secretary of the Vehicle and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana (VADUG), Frank Atanley Kofigah, has insisted that car dealers are not responsible for the situation. He argued that the burden of responsibility rests squarely with Ghana’s port authorities. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Tuesday, August 26, Mr. Kofigah said the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) serves as the first line of defence in preventing stolen cars from entering the country. “What we are saying is that the Customs Divisions of the Ghana Revenue Authority are the gatekeepers to ensure that these (stolen) vehicles do not even get into this country in the first place because the theft did not happen on our grounds; it happened in a […]

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