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  At the 2026 Independence Day celebration in Winneba, which marked Ghana’s 69th independence anniversary, Nathaniel Papa Acheampong, the Effutu Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress and a government appointee, called on the University of Education, Winneba to establish a dedicated center or faculty to promote and teach the principles, values, and ideologies of Kwame Nkrumah to both current and future generations. According to him, the vision, leadership philosophy, and Pan-African ideals of Ghana’s first President remain crucial to the country’s development and must be intentionally preserved through academic study and national discourse. He emphasized that young people must be given the opportunity to learn about Nkrumah’s philosophy of self-reliance, African unity, and national development through structured academic programs. Mr. Acheampong noted that during his presidency, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah played a pivotal role in expanding higher education in Ghana by es...

  The Board of Directors of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced that it will forgo all sitting allowances for the remainder of the 2025/26 cocoa season. The decision, according to a public notice issued by COCOBOD, is part of efforts to reinforce ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening the long-term sustainability of Ghana’s cocoa industry. The statement emphasized that the move reflects the Board’s commitment to prudent financial management, shared sacrifice, and responsible leadership at a time when the cocoa sector is undergoing critical reforms. These reforms are designed to address recent challenges and restore confidence across the cocoa value chain. COCOBOD reiterated its dedication to enhancing operational efficiency, promoting accountability, and safeguarding the livelihoods of cocoa farmers. The Board assured stakeholders that it remains focused on ensuring that reforms deliver tangible benefits to farmers and the wider industry. The Board further noted that it...

  President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday assented to the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, 2025 , in a brief ceremony held ahead of the 13th Cabinet meeting. In his remarks after signing the bill into law, the President described the legislation as a landmark step toward Ghana’s economic transformation. “Cabinet colleagues, I just appended my signature to give assent to the 24-Hour Authority Bill. This Bill, which Ghanaians have been waiting for, was one of our flagship strategies for economic transformation,” President Mahama said. He explained that the process took time because government needed to ensure due diligence before giving legal effect to the policy initiative. “Now we must move from strategy to implementation. The business sector is waiting, Ghanaian investors are waiting, foreign investors are waiting. They want to see the package of incentives that we can afford, so that they can invest more, expand productivity, and create more employment for our young people,” he...

  President John Dramani Mahama has extended warm Ramadan greetings to Muslims across Ghana and beyond, urging them to embrace the holy month as a period of reflection, renewal, and unity. In a statement released, the President, together with his wife Lordina Dramani Mahama , conveyed heartfelt wishes to families observing the fast. “Ramadan is truly a special time; a month of reflection, renewal, and coming together as one community. As you begin your fast, may your hearts be purified and your imān strengthened. May Allah, the Most Merciful, grant you good health, peace of mind, and abundant mercies throughout these thirty days,” President Mahama said. He prayed for the acceptance of prayers and good deeds during the holy month, reminding Muslims that the essence of Ramadan lies not only in abstaining from food but also in showing discipline, compassion, and generosity—especially to the less fortunate. The President further encouraged Ghanaians to use the season to strengthen b...

  First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Benard Ahiafor, has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to exercise restraint and diplomacy in their remarks following the killing of eight Ghanaian tomato traders by suspected jihadists in Burkina Faso, cautioning against partisan commentary on the tragic incident. Hon. Ahiafor, who is also the MP for Akatsi South, gave the advice in Parliament on Thursday while presiding over proceedings during discussions on a statement regarding the deaths of the traders. He stressed that the matter should be handled with sensitivity and unity rather than political point‑scoring. Earlier, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP for Assin South, criticised government for failing to issue a travel advisory to Ghanaians on the security situation in Burkina Faso before the attack, noting that the advisory was issued only after the incident. In a reaction, Mr Samuel Atta Mills, National Democratic Congress (NDC) MP for Edina Eguafo Abrem, argued ...

  The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Effutu Constituency has called for the immediate transfer of the District Director of the Electoral Commission (EC), citing alleged electoral irregularities during the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) recent presidential primary. The demand was made at a press conference held at the NDC Secretariat in Effutu, where Constituency Secretary Mr. Abraham Henry Arthur addressed the media. He accused EC officials in the municipality of serious misconduct, warning that public confidence in the electoral process was at risk. The NDC’s concerns follow comments allegedly made by Mr. Theophilus Kojo Halm , immediate past Effutu NPP Constituency Chairman and Campaign Coordinator for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia , during a radio interview on Winneba-based Nyce 90.7 FM . According to the NDC, Mr. Halm claimed that sixteen deceased delegates appeared on the album used for the NPP’s January 31 presidential primary in Effutu and were voted f...

  Winneba, Ghana – February 17, 2026     The Effutu Traditional Council, led by Oma Odefe Nenyi Ghartey VII, together with the Aboakyer Planning Committee, Effutu Municipal Assembly, stakeholders, and residents, gathered at the Kojo Beedu Community Center to officially launch the 2026 Iconic Aboakyer Festival. Nenyi Ghartey VII The launch began with vibrant cultural performances. Both Asafo companies displayed traditional dances and rituals to honor the practices of the forefathers, while the Ompɛ troupe added further excitement with their energetic displays. The atmosphere was filled with joy, as those familiar with the Asafo and Ompɛ dances joined in, creating a lively cultural showcase. The program was officially opened by the priests of the gods , who poured libation to invoke the presence of the deities, reminding them that it was time once again to celebrate and thank them for their protection over the town and its people. It was announced that this year’s festival,...

  The Effutu Municipal Assembly, led by Municipal Chief Executive Hon. Rev. Atta Mensah, has distributed high-quality toolkits and start-up equipment to beneficiaries of the National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP) on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The event, held in collaboration with Mr. Ebenezer Abeiku Essien, Central Regional Coordinator of NAP, and executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), marked a significant milestone in the programme's implementation. Over 50 apprentices received tools and equipment, while 10 mastercraft persons, popularly referred to as "Madams," received machines to support hands-on training. In his keynote address, Hon. Rev. Atta Mensah emphasized that the programme is a "shield for the youth and a pillar for the economy," providing a pathway to financial independence and reducing social vices. He highlighted the importance of acquiring a skill, noting that government workers have a retirement age of 60, but with a skill, ther...

  The Tarkwa District Magistrate Court II has sentenced a 24-year-old firewood seller to 18 months imprisonment in hard labour for stealing rubber lumps valued at GH¢1,722. Aziz Fuseini, who resided in Damang in the Prestea Huni-Valley Municipality, pleaded guilty to stealing.   Isaac Osei Asare, the presiding judge, therefore, convicted Fuseini on his own plea.   Prosecution, led by Police Sergeant Adwoa Yeboah, said the complainant, Mary Amoah, and her husband were into rubber plantation and food crop farming at Nsuaem near Aboso.   She said that on December 16, 2025, at about 12:00 noon, the complainant was heading back from her crop farm when she encountered Fuseini loading her harvested rubber lumps for sale into a tricycle.   Sergeant Yeboah said Prince Ampofo, the rider and a witness in the case were also standing by his tricycle near the rubber plantation.   The prosecutor said fo...

  The Amasaman High Court has reduced the prison sentence of controversial evangelist Patricia Asiedu, (Nana Agradaa) from 15 years to 1 year, after ruling that the original punishment was excessive. In its decision, the court upheld her conviction but exercised its discretionary powers to review the sentence. The court concluded that while the offence justified a custodial punishment, the initial 15-year term with hard labour was disproportionate to the circumstances of the case. The revised sentence is to take effect from the date of her conviction on July 3, 2025. This means Nana Agradaa will serve a total of 12 months in prison. Nana Agradaa, a former fetish priestess who later turned an evangelist, was convicted for charlatanic advertisement and defrauding by false pretences. The trial court’s decision to impose a lengthy sentence with hard labour generated widespread public debate and drew significant legal attention.

The Effutu Traditional Council and Aboakyer Planning Committee have announced a change in the launch date of the annual Aboakyer Festival. The event, initially set for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 9:00 am at the Kojo Beedu Community Center in Winneba, Ghana's Central Region, will now take place on February 17, 2026, at the same time and venue. The Royal Court of Winneba and the Aboakyer Festival Committee released an official statement on the postponement of the Aboakyer 2026 launch, which reads: OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON THE POSTPONEMENT OF ABOAKYER 2026 LAUNCH The Royal Court of Winneba and the Aboakyer Festival Committee regret to announce that the launch of Aboakyer 2026 has been rescheduled to 17th February 2026. This decision was taken due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, to ensure a successful and memorable event. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the change in date and kindly request that all stakeholders take note of the new launch date. New Date: 1...

  The Effutu Traditional Council and Aboakyer Planning Committee have announced the launch of the annual Aboakyer Festival, scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 9:00 am at the Kojo Beedu Community Center in Winneba, Ghana's Central Region. This year's theme is "Advancing our cultural heritage for development." The Aboakyer Festival is a centuries-old tradition that commemorates the migration of the Simpafo people from Timbuktu in ancient Sudan to their current home in Winneba. The festival is a celebration of community, tradition, and cultural continuity, featuring a thrilling competition between two hunting groups, the Tuafo and Dentsifo Asafo companies, who race to capture a live bushbuck. The festival, which takes place on the first Saturday in May, showcases vibrant music, dance, and regalia, making it a spectacular event. It brings together people of all ages, fostering unity and shared identity.

  Minority Leader of Parliament and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has donated laptop computers to the Winneba Divisional Police Headquarters to support the Police Service’s operational efficiency. The donation forms part of the MP’s ongoing efforts to resource key security and public service institutions within the Effutu constituency. It is intended to provide the Police with a more reliable system for receiving, processing and storing information to enhance crime prevention and law enforcement. Presenting the laptops to the Divisional Commander, Afenyo-Markin reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening security in the area, pledging to complete ongoing expansion works at the headquarters. He disclosed that the contractor is expected to return to site soon. He further noted that an accommodation facility being constructed to support police personnel is nearing completion, while works on a new Divisional Police Headquarters at Gyangyanadze are also at an ...

  Ghanaian parents are being advised to reconsider buying toy guns for their wards, especially during the festive season. The Ghana National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has warned that allowing children to play with toy guns can make them see violence as a normal part of life. A recent incident in the Amansie Central District in the Ashanti region has sparked concerns about toy guns. On January 23rd, 2026, police seized a pump-action gun from a 15-year-old boy in Bepotenten Sukuum. When officers instructed the boy to inform the owner to report to the police station with the proper documents, a clash ensued, leaving one person dead and another injured. Mr Gyebi Asante, Deputy Director of Policy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation at the Ghana National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, sounded an alarm on Nhyira FM's "Kro Yi Mu Nsem" about the risks of toy guns, warning they can lead kids into real gun violence. Speaking with host Barima Kofi Dawso...

  The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on 27th January 2026, promoted seventeen police officers in recognition of their outstanding professionalism and dedication in the discharge of their duties. The promotions were awarded to officers who played key roles in separate operations that led to the interception of ten(10) wrapped slaps of substances suspected to be cocaine, a narcotic with an estimated value of GHC 1,032.650.00 and sacks of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs at Ho in the Volta Region, as well as the recovery of AK 47 rifle, a pump action gun and eight live AAA ammunition during a routine patrol operation in Jacobu. The IGP, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the officers on their elevation and commended them for upholding the core values of the Service through discipline, courage, and professionalism. IGP Yohuno urged the promoted officers to view their promotion as a call to higher respons...

  The twin brothers, Atta Kofi and Ebi Wom, have been arrested and remanded into police custody in connection with the death of a 34-year-old man at Sefwi Boinzan in the Juaboso District of the Western North Region. The suspects have been charged with murder and are expected to reappear before the court on February 9, 2026. The deceased, identified as Theophilus Gyamfi, popularly known as Kwasi KK, was allegedly assaulted following a confrontation at a river in the community. According to preliminary information, Gyamfi had gone to wash what was described as “gold” in the river when one of the twins cautioned him to stop, claiming the activity was polluting the water. An argument reportedly ensued after the deceased refused to comply. The situation escalated when the second twin joined the confrontation, leading to a physical altercation during which Gyamfi was allegedly severely beaten. He was initially taken home for treatment, but his condition later deteriorated, prompting his ...

  Swedru, Ghana – The 1995-year group of Swedru Happy Home Preparatory School, known as HOSA 95, came together to celebrate 30 years since completing their Basic Education Certificate Examination (B.E.C.E). Though the school is no longer in operation, the spirit of unity and gratitude among former students remains strong. The celebration was held at the newly opened Greenland Lounge in Swedru and brought together many members from both home and abroad. The group marked the occasion with a special anniversary dinner, a time for reconnecting, celebrating milestones, and reflecting on their journey since JSS. A key highlight of the evening was the presentation of awards to past teachers, in appreciation of their role in shaping the group’s early education. One of the teachers honored during the night was Mr. Mensah, who received a special award and an undisclosed cash gift for his impact and service. The event was emceed by Paparazzi, Brands & Marketing Manager of Osimpam 95.5 FM,...

In a major move to enhance emergency response and fire safety nationwide, Finance Minister Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the government will procure 100 brand new fire tenders for the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in 2026. The announcement was made during the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in Parliament. According to the Minister, the move is aimed at boosting the operational capacity of the GNFS and addressing the logistical challenges that have long plagued the service. “This investment is critical to ensuring the safety of lives and property across the country. The government is committed to strengthening emergency services and supporting our brave firefighters with the equipment they need to work effectively,” Hon. Forson stated. The Ghana National Fire Service has, in recent years, struggled with aging equipment and inadequate resources, leading to delays in response to fire outbreaks and other emergencies. The provision of 100 new ...

Tragedy has struck the quiet town of Ehiamankyene in the Fanteakwa South District of the Eastern Region, where a man known popularly as "James Bond" is on the run after allegedly murdering his girlfriend at his guest house. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, after the deceased visited the suspect at his BJ Tech Guest House and failed to return home. Concerned by her unexplained absence, the young woman's family launched a search. Their worst fears were confirmed when her younger brother discovered her lifeless body in a pool of blood inside the guest house. The case has since been reported to the Begoro Police, who have initiated a manhunt for the suspect. Authorities are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward. Meanwhile, the victim’s body has been deposited at the Begoro Government Hospital morgue for autopsy and further investigation. The community has been left in shock, as many call for swift justice in this de...

In a compassionate gesture to honor the memory of the six young women who tragically lost their lives during the military recruitment stampede at El-Wak Stadium, the Deputy Minister for Defence, Hon. Ernest Brogya Genfi, has announced that each bereaved family will be granted the opportunity to have one qualified relative enlisted into the Ghana Armed Forces. The Deputy Minister made this revelation during a government delegation’s visit to the family of one of the deceased applicants in Mankessim, Central Region. The visit formed part of the government’s broader efforts to console and support the grieving families following the unfortunate incident. According to him, the initiative is a symbolic way to honor the aspirations of the victims, who had dreamed of serving their country through the military. “Though we cannot bring them back, we want to ensure that their dreams are not buried with them,” he said.