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E/R:Akyem Sokode-Juaso Chief Leads Abuakwa North for Christ Crusade

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.                Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I The Chief of Akyem Sokode-Juaso in the Abuakwa North Municipality of the Eastern Region, Barimah Dr. Kwabena Awuah Parker I, is spearheading the upcoming Abuakwa North for Christ Crusade, aimed at promoting spiritual growth and community development. The crusade is scheduled to take place at the Soko City Durbar Grounds in Abuakwa from October 14 to 16, 2026, between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. each day. The programme will conclude with a grand Thanksgiving Service on October 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Held under the theme “Come and See,” based on John 1:45–46, the event is expected to bring together Christians and other members of the public for prayer, worship, and spiritual renewal. As part of the initiative, participants will benefit from free health screening, transportation to and from the venue, and free lunch. Several renowned ministers of the Gospel are expected to minister at the crus...

E/R: Boso-Gua Chieftaincy Impasse Resolved, Osei Nyarko III Asked to Return

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.                Abusuapanyin Kwame Addo Mfodwo The Abusua Panyin of the three gates of the Dwomuna Asona Family, Kwame Addo Mfodwo, has announced the resolution of the chieftaincy impasse in the Boso-Gua Traditional Area, calling on Nana Okotwasuo Osei Nyarko III to return and resume leadership of the area. According to a statement issued by Kwame Addo Mfodwo, Nana Okotwasuo Osei Nyarko III was installed as Paramount Chief of Boso-Gua in 1999 but was destooled in 2018 following disagreements between him and some sections of the community. The development subsequently led to the installation of Okotwasuo Nyarko Yeboah III, also known as Sloopy Mike Gyamfi, who has occupied the stool since then. However, Kwame Addo Mfodwo explained that although traditional rites were performed during the 2018 installation, the necessary legal procedures and proper traditional processes were not followed, resulting in a prolonged dispute over the legitimate occupan...

C/R:Police Investigate Death of Woman Found Under Mango Tree at Kasoa

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The Central Regional Police Command is investigating the death of a woman who was found under a mango tree at Kasoa on October 4, 2026. The deceased, identified as Mawuse, was reportedly found kneeling with a rope around her neck in front of her family’s compound in circumstances that initially appeared to suggest suicide. However, preliminary investigations are reportedly examining the possibility that she may have died elsewhere before her body was moved to the location. Police and forensic experts have reportedly collected physical evidence, including the deceased’s mobile phone, as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding her death. Reports also indicate that investigators are examining possible signs of sexual assault, although the circumstances and cause of death remain subject to police and forensic investigations. The Central Regional Police Command is working to establish the deceased’s final movements and identify anyone who may have been involved. T...

E/R:Sokode-Juaso Chief Reshapes Deplorable Road Linking Community to Kukurantumi-Koforidua Highway

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.              Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I, Chief of Sokode-Juaso in the Abuakwa North Municipality of the Eastern Region, has intervened to reshape the deplorable road linking the community to the Kukurantumi-Koforidua highway. According to the chief, the poor condition of the road has hindered economic activities and development in the area, despite repeated calls on the authorities to fix it. Residents have expressed frustration over the situation, particularly the challenges faced by schoolchildren who are unable to cross the flooded road to access schools in Kukurantumi. The predominantly farming community is also struggling to transport farm produce to market centres, resulting in reduced sales and financial losses for farmers.                                               Before The Head Pasto...

E/R:Abuakwa South MP to Roll Out Kingsley Maternal Care in November

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  The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has announced plans to roll out the Kingsley Maternal Care initiative in November 2026, aimed at providing additional support to pregnant women across the constituency. Dr. Agyemang disclosed this during the outdooring ceremony of Barimah Ofori Akari Opare Ahuntahunu II, the Kyebi Pano Chief, held at the Kyebi Pano Presbyterian Basic School Park on September 28, 2026. According to the MP, the initiative is intended to support pregnant women to access the care and assistance they need to deliver safely. «“It’s your time as a pregnant woman in Abuakwa South Constituency. I’m coming to support you massively to deliver safely. This is dubbed Kingsley Maternal Care,” Dr. Kingsley Agyemang said.» The announcement comes after preparations for the broader Kingsley Health Cares Programme, which has already involved engagements with the Abuakwa South Municipal Health Directorate. Reports indicate that the programme is ...

Proposal Submitted to Parliament to Convert National Cathedral Site and Funds into Kofi Annan Museum

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  A formal proposal has been submitted to Parliament urging the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to consider redirecting the National Cathedral site and its available funds toward the construction of a Kofi Annan Museum. The proposal, authored by Kwadwo Atta Apeakorang, Founder and President of Save the Nation for Future Leaders, an NGO, was formally communicated in a letter dated September 22, 2026. According to the document, the initiative seeks to honour the legacy of the late Kofi Annan — Ghana's distinguished diplomat and the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations, who was the first sub-Saharan African to hold the office. *Key highlights of the proposal include:* *Broader Public Benefit:* The author emphasized that the appeal is not intended to diminish Christianity or religious institutions, but rather seeks an alternative national project at the designated site that offers wider public benefit and cultural preservation. *Global and National Significa...

E/R: Akyem Hemang Residents Demonstrate to Demand Justice Over Shooting Incident

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Residents of the Akyem Hemang community have staged a demonstration to demand justice over the shooting to death of Douglas Acheampong, who was allegedly shot by military personnel in broad daylight in the Fanteakwa South District of the Eastern Region. The demonstration was aimed at petitioning appropriate authorities including the District Chief Executive (DCE), the Ghana Armed Forces, the Member of Parliament (MP), Regional and District Police Commanders, and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of the deceased and to ensure those responsible are held accountable. Speaking to the media after presenting the petition, the Assemblyman for the Akyem Hemang Electoral Area, Hon. Darko Richmond, said the shooting has sparked concern and left residents devastated as they seek answers and justice. He appealed to the President, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, to set up a committee to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter. He also c...