Author: Philip Antoh

The Member of Parliament for Evalue-Ajomoro-Gwira Constituency, Kofi Arko Nokoe, has reassured residents of the Lower Axim and Nsein Traditional Areas that every step will be taken to protect unity and prevent conflict following tensions between two paramount chiefs. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, March 31, Mr Arko Nokoe said: “At this critical moment, I call on all stakeholders, particularly the youth and residents, to remain calm and law-abiding, and to avoid any actions or statements that may escalate tensions. Let us allow dialogue, wisdom, and due process to guide the way forward.” The MP, a native of…

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has confirmed that every contractor involved in the government’s “Big Push” infrastructure programme who has submitted a works certificate has been fully paid. Speaking on the progress of the initiative, Mr Agbodza said the government remains committed to ensuring that all projects under the programme are completed on schedule. He emphasised that timely payments to contractors are a critical part of maintaining project momentum and guaranteeing quality delivery across the country. According to Mr Agbodza, the government is focused on ensuring that the Big Push continues to deliver roads and infrastructure efficiently,…

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has highlighted the important role of women in local governance, calling female Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) essential for creating a more inclusive, accountable, and citizen-centered system. To support this view, he announced a new Special Orientation and Leadership Development Programme for female MMDCEs, which he described as a national effort to promote inclusive governance. This two-day programme, taking place in Kumasi and organized with his Deputy, Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, is part of wider initiatives to boost the capabilities of women in Ghana’s decentralized governance system.…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has intensified its nationwide public safety campaign in the Eastern Region, placing renewed focus on the dangers of fuel siphoning, the quality of petroleum products, and the use of the 10-litre standard measuring can as a key consumer protection tool. The initiative, known as the “Stay Back, Stay Safe” campaign, is aimed at discouraging the hazardous practice of siphoning fuel from overturned tanker vehicles—an activity that continues to threaten lives, damage property, and harm the environment. As part of the renewed effort, a team led by the Director of Consumer Services, Eunice Budu-Nyarko, embarked on…

The Paramount Chief of Atebubu, Ohempon Dr. Yeboah Asiamah, on Monday, March 30, paid a courtesy call on the Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo. The meeting, held at the NPA head office, focused on strengthening collaboration and deepening relations between the Authority and traditional leadership. During the visit, Ohempon Dr Yeboah Asiamah commended Mr Tameklo for what he described as strong leadership in Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector, urging him to sustain his efforts in ensuring efficiency and stability in the industry. In response, Mr Tameklo expressed appreciation for the visit and underscored the importance…

Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has disclosed that several Municipal Chief Executives (MCEs) in the Ashanti Region are undertaking borehole projects at an average cost of GH¢100,000 each, with approval from government. According to him, the initiative is not arbitrary but forms part of an authorised effort to expand access to water in various communities. Speaking on Oyerepa FM on Monday, March 31, the Old Tafo MP stated, “I can confidently disclose that the Asokwa MCE and other MCEs in the Ashanti Region has been drilling boreholes costing an average of GH¢100,000.” He stressed that the…

Petty traders working at Kasoa Old Market have asked the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Mrs. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, to step in and immediately halt the Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly from evicting them from their current workplace. The traders, dressed in black and red, marched to the ministry seeking the minister’s help to prevent the upcoming demolition at Kasoa Old Market, which they view as their lifeline. The men and women who approached the ministry for assistance were in tears, pleading with the minister to stop the assembly from taking away their means of livelihood. The traders expressed that…

The Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has criticised the government over what he describes as a lack of financial commitment to youth development, following claims that the National Youth Authority has received no allocation from the District Assemblies Common Fund for 2026. Addressing the Parliamentary Press Corps in Accra on Thursday, Mr Assafuah said the alleged zero allocation represents a serious failure to support young people. “This is not just a policy gap. It is a painful abandonment of responsibility,” he stated. He contrasted the current situation with previous funding levels, noting that the Authority received…

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Mr. Kwame Governs Agbodza, has firmly rejected claims that the government’s flagship Big Push Infrastructure Programme is driven by sole sourcing, describing such assertions as “mischievous” and inconsistent with the facts presented to Parliament. Delivering an update to the House on Tuesday, the Minister stated unequivocally that all contracts under the Big Push programme have been awarded in strict compliance with the Public Procurement Act and its regulations. He stressed that procurement processes remain transparent, with full contractual details publicly accessible on the Ministry’s website. The Minister revealed that contrary to claims of widespread…

Government is committed to ensuring Ghanaian children achieve foundational literacy and numeracy by age 10, Deputy Education Minister Dr. Clement Apaak has said. Dr. Clement Abas Apaak said this at the Policy Dialogue on Leadership for Foundational Learning at the Tomreik Hotel in Accra recently. He stated that foundational learning has become a central priority for the government under President John Mahama. “It is therefore a timely reminder for us why the Government of H.E. President John Mahama has made foundational learning a core priority,” he said. According to him, the government is determined to ensure that children develop proficiency…