Presidential hopeful and Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, has revealed the reasons behind Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, a member of Parliament for the Effutu constituency in the Central Region, not being given a ministerial appointment. During a live radio interview on Cape-Coast-based Kastle FM, Mr. Agyapong explained that Afenyo-Markin missed out on the position due to an issue he had with an agricultural bank. As a result, the president rejected him, and the position was given to Mrs. Mavis Hawa Koomson. “We were advocating for Alex Markin to get the ministerial position. However, there was an issue involving…
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The ongoing overflow from the Akuse/Kpong dam, managed by the Volta River Authority, has not only caused extensive damage to homes and other properties but has also taken a toll on farmlands. In Torgorme, within the North Tongu District of the Volta Region, a banana plantation spanning 40 to 45 hectares, bearing 44,528 bunches, has been swept away. Among the numerous farmlands affected by this deluge is a banana plantation owned by Golden Exotics in Asutsuare, located in the Eastern Region, employing over 4,000 workers. Approximately 40 to 45 hectares out of a total of 171.41 hectares of banana…
Kinsley Ofosu, the only survivor of the renowned ‘Deadly Voyage’ stowaway incident in 1992, was apprehended for an alleged €120,000 fraud. Kingsley Ofosu gained international fame in 1992 for miraculously surviving a stowaway journey. After nearly twenty-five years of unrelenting pursuit, the police arrested Ofosu at a hideout in Prampram, Greater Accra. He was arrested on Saturday, October 14, and subsequently presented before the Takoradi Circuit Court B. Inspector Robert Yawson, prosecuting, informed the court presided over by Henrietta Charway that the suspect had been on the police’s wanted list since 1998. The prosecution requested the court to detain…
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a High Court decision granting an expedited hearing for the seizure and freezing of the bank accounts belonging to Cecilia Abena Dapaah, a former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources. The OSP seeks a review of this decision through a certiorari, which is a superior court order requesting a lower court’s proceedings for examination. Consequently, the OSP has also filed an application at the High Court to halt the ongoing proceedings until the Supreme Court’s final determination is reached. Dr. Isidore Tuffuor, representing the OSP,…
By Alex Ababio In 2017 and 2018, HIV and AIDS activities in Ghana saw a total expenditure of around US$92,573,993 and US$67,413,057, respectively. The bulk of these funds, 63%, came from external sources, while government allocations accounted for 51%, making up the most substantial segments of the expenditure in both years. Felix Asante, the lead researcher of a comprehensive study on the matter shared this financial data . The financial data underscore the importance of initiatives like “A Beacon of Hope: Felicia’s Journey to HIV Prevention.” Deep within the heart of Ghana, nestled among the captivating landscapes of Obuase Tutuka…
By Alex Ababio Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, a prominent figure vying for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidacy, has issued a stern warning to the party’s elections committee concerning the upcoming November 4 Presidential primary. During his Kumasi Showdown walk on September 30, 2023, he emphasized the importance of a fair and transparent electoral process, underlining his commitment to contest any perceived irregularities. This declaration has significant implications for the NPP’s internal politics and the broader political landscape of Ghana. Kennedy Agyapong’s Call for Fairness: In a fiery speech delivered during his Kumasi Showdown walk, Kennedy Agyapong urged the NPP’s…
By Abugri Amos Farmers in the “Komegya,” “Aberenkuwa,” Asuaefu Nkwata, and “Munimuni” farming areas within Ashanti Akim Juansa, part of the Ashanti Region , are deeply concerned about the devastation caused by black pod disease during the 2023 main crop season. This concern arises from consistent rainfall and the unavailability of fungicides. This information was shared by farmers during a weeding event organized by the “Komegya” Cocoa Farmers Group on September 23, 2023. The farmers explained that the disease spread significantly due to continuous rainfall in July and August this year, exacerbated by the lack of fungicides in the market…
Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has drawn attention to the growing prevalence of coups across the African continent, calling on African leaders to efficiently oversee their economies. He emphasized that improved economic stewardship can break the cycle of poverty and unemployment, offering hope for young people to remain in Africa and contribute to its development, rather than seeking opportunities abroad. “We must enhance our economic governance to break free from the cycle of poverty and unemployment, giving our capable youth a reason to stay and contribute to the development of our continent, instead of seeking opportunities elsewhere,” stated Asantehene. “No…
Kennedy Agyapong, an aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer position, has revealed that he has not been awarded any government contracts since 2021. Despite allegations from party insiders that he has benefited from government contracts and criticized the government when dissatisfied, Agyapong clarified during an interview on Kessben TV (September 18) that he came close to securing only one contract with the Energy Ministry, which was eventually canceled. “For those spreading rumors that Kennedy Agyapong has received contracts, I met with the president and informed him that since 2021, despite all I’ve done for the NPP, I haven’t…
By Alex Ababio 354,927 people are living with HIV in Ghana but over 100,000 Ghanaians are unaware of their status due to a lack of testing according to the last National HIV Prevalence, Estimates, and Projections report. Among them, 60,049 are female sex workers who face heavy burden of stigma, taboo, legal constraints and lack of access to treatment. Female sex workers are confronted with various significant challenges. Within the realms of prevention, testing, and treatment, this challenge demands collective attention. Amidst a prevalent HIV rate of 4.6%, among female sex workers spotlight swings to “Maame Akua: A Story of…