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Okyehene’s Scribe Throws In the Towel, Accuses Police of Daily ‘Collections’ and poisoning Birim River as Landlord Gabby Distances Self By Prince Ahenkorah The fight against illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana has always been a theatre of shadows, where political connections and local complicity blur the lines of enforcement. The latest drama unfolding on a 35-acre plot at Akyem Asikam in the Eastern Region threatens to expose just how close to the centre of power that theatre operates. The land belongs to Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, a prominent lawyer and cousin to former President Nana Akufo-Addo, but he insists the picks…

TNR News Desk The Member of Parliament (MP) for the Garu Constituency in the Upper East Region of Ghana, Dr. Thomas Winsum Anabah, has formally rendered an account of his first year in Parliament, highlighting significant strides in healthcare, education, and rural infrastructure. Speaking with the media after a working visit to inspect ongoing projects, Dr. Anabah, a medical professional and former CEO of the Ridge Hospital, emphasized that his first 12 months have been defined by a “Leadership of Service” aimed at reversing the developmental lag in the Garu district. The MP toured several sites currently under construction. These…

GoldBod Jewellery is preparing to launch its first major event, Heritage Village, to highlight the excellence of “Made-in-Ghana” and the value-added processes of locally sourced materials. The event will take place from March 26 to 28, 2026, at Akwaaba Park, Airport, in the Greater Accra Region. It aims to be more than just a typical exhibition; it will be a cultural journey that follows the lifecycle of Ghana’s natural resources. Attendees will learn how raw gold and other local materials are transformed from their original sources into refined, culturally inspired products that meet international quality standards. This initiative aims to…

By Philip Antoh Dr. Gideon Boako, Tano North’s Member of Parliament, has announced plans to sponsor eye surgery for 35 constituents identified during a recent screening exercise. The initiative is part of his commitment to improving eye health in the constituency. Phase 1 of the programme, carried out yesterday across Bomaa, Yamfo, and Adrobaa, screened residents for eye conditions. Dr. Boako revealed that around 35 persons were found to require surgical intervention. These individuals are currently being processed for fully sponsored surgeries at the Sunyani Teaching Hospital and the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. The initiative ensures that financial constraints do…

By Prince Ahenkorah The latest data from the Global Organized Crime Index 2025 confirms what security analysts have long suspected: West Africa’s entanglement with the Andean cocaine trade is no longer just a transit issue but a deep-rooted market phenomenon. The region’s cocaine sector has been clocked as its fastest-growing criminal enterprise, with a criminality score of 6.67, a significant leap from 5.20 in 2019.This explosive growth, mapped by Global Initiative’s West Africa Observatory (WEA-Obs), reveals a fundamental shift in the region’s illicit geography. Researchers point to a surge in synthetic drug activity, now present in 44% of identified criminal…

By Leo Nelson Ayivor On March 6, 1957, Kwame Nkrumah stood before a jubilant crowd in Accra and declared that “the independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of Africa.” That historic proclamation placed Ghana at the forefront of African self-determination and ignited hope across a continent yearning to break free from colonial rule. Sixty-nine years on, the question confronting the nation is no longer about political independence. It is about direction, discipline and destiny. Where do we go from here? The Promise and the Paradox Ghana’s journey since independence has been a…

My beloved people of Ghana, sons and daughters of the Black Star, I speak not from nostalgia but from unfinished duty. History has called my name again because the questions we faced at independence still stand before you today. Who owns Ghana. Who directs her wealth. Who defines her future. Until these are answered honestly, independence remains incomplete. On this anniversary of the interruption of our constitutional order in 1966, I ask you not to dwell in bitterness but in understanding. Nations grow through memory. Forgetfulness is the enemy of progress. What happened did not only remove a government. It…

By Leo Nelson Artisanal fishermen in the central region, who were victims of a recent pirate attack at sea, have been thrown a lifeline as the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MoFAD) executed a presidential directive to provide them with their seized fishing gear. Following the assault last week, the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MoFAD) Emelia Arthur, alongside the Member of Parliament (MP) for Awutu-Senya West, Gizella Akushika Tetteh-Agbotui, arrived in Senya Beraku to provide immediate industrial relief to the affected fishing community. “The intervention – the donation of seven high-performance 40HP outboard motors – is a…

By Leo Nelson Member of Parliament Elect for Ayawaso East, Baba Jamal, has described his electoral victory as the start of a new chapter for the constituency, pledging peace, development, and inclusive leadership. Speaking after the final provisional results were declared, the National Democratic Congress candidate expressed deep gratitude to voters for the confidence reposed in him. “I want to thank the almighty Allah for giving us this victory, I want to thank all of them for having confidence in me and electing me as their parliamentary candidate elect.” He noted that the mandate came with responsibility and assured residents…

By Nelson Ayivor Ghanaian President, John Dramani Mahama has issued a strong appeal for an immediate cessation of hostilities in the Middle East, warning that the escalating conflict among the United States, Israel, and Iran poses serious economic risks for African nations. Speaking during a bilateral engagement with Samia Suluhu Hassan at the State House in Arusha, President Mahama stressed that Africa cannot afford prolonged instability in a region central to global energy supply. The Ghanaian leader expressed deep concern over intensifying military exchanges and retaliatory attacks that continue to unsettle the Gulf region, describing the situation as troubling not…