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E/R:Alhaji Seidu Ibrahim Calls for Stronger Partnerships to Transform Ghana’s TVET Sector

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                                Alhaji Seidu Ibrahim  Eastern Region: The Deputy Eastern Regional Director of TVET Services, Alhaji Seidu Ibrahim, has called for stronger collaboration among government, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, industry, and development partners to accelerate the transformation of Ghana’s TVET sector. According to him, no single institution or stakeholder can transform the sector alone, making strategic partnerships essential to improving the quality and relevance of technical and vocational education in the country. Alhaji Seidu Ibrahim made the call during a two-day workshop for principals of technical institutions held at Anyinam, which commenced on August 26, 2026. He said collaboration was particularly important in areas such as industrial attachments, apprenticeships, curriculum development, instructor training, provision of modern equip...

E/R:Sokode Juaso Chief Donates Plywood to Support Kukurantumi Wesley Methodist Church Project

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Barimah Dr. Kwabena Awuah Parker I, Chief of Sokode Juaso in the Abuakwa North Municipality of Ghana’s Eastern Region, has donated 20 pieces of plywood to the Akyem Kukurantumi Wesley Methodist Church to support the completion of a platform at the church’s newly constructed hall. The donation was made on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, as part of efforts to assist the church in completing the ongoing construction works and make the new facility fully functional for church activities and other community engagements. Presenting the items on behalf of Barimah Dr. Kwabena Awuah Parker I, Chairman of the Abuakwa North Constituency NDC, Alhaji Sadidi Mohammed, said the chief had earlier pledged to support the project with 40 pieces of plywood. He explained that the donation of the first 20 pieces represents the chief’s commitment to fulfilling his pledge, adding that the remaining materials would be provided as part of his support for the project. Alhaji Sadidi Mohammed commended the church for ...

E/R:Abuakwa South NADMO Clears Dangerous Cedrela Trees in Sagyimase to Avert Disaster

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  The Abuakwa South Municipal office of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), under the leadership of Mr. Aikins Ofori, has successfully executed a preemptive disaster prevention exercise in Sagyimase, clearing out hazardous Cedrela trees that posed an imminent threat to local residents. The targeted operation, carried out at Bankyease Number 1, focused on towering Cedrela trees that had become structurally compromised and were heavily leaning toward residential properties. Local authorities noted that these trees presented a severe risk of falling during heavy storms, which could have led to devastating structural damage and loss of life. The intervention followed safety concerns raised regarding property lines in the area. The trees, situated near house number D99—belonging to Mr. Appiah Freeman—posed a direct hazard to the adjacent residence, house number D89, owned by Madam Mary Teiko. Prompted by the potential threat to lives and property, Mr. Ofori and the NA...

Aristocrat Fraternity Pays Courtesy Visit to the National Chief Imam, Seeks Blessings and Wise Counsel

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  Accra, Ghana — 22 August 2026 The Aristocrat Chairman, Nathan Marfo Gyasi, led members of the Aristocrat Fraternity on a memorable courtesy visit to the National Chief Imam of Ghana, His Eminence Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, on Saturday, 22 August 2026. The visit formed part of the fraternity’s commitment to seeking wisdom, guidance, and blessings from respected traditional and religious leaders as it continues to pursue its vision of developing responsible young men and contributing meaningfully to society. During the interaction, the leadership and members of the Aristocrat Fraternity expressed their profound respect and appreciation to His Eminence for granting them the opportunity to meet with him. The fraternity also sought his prayers and blessings for its members, leadership, families, careers, businesses, and future aspirations. In his counsel to the fraternity, the National Chief Imam encouraged members to remain united, disciplined, humble, prayerful, and committed to t...

E/R: Sokode Juaso Chief Alleges Political Bias in Development, Recalls Support Under Former MCE

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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, has expressed concern over what he describes as the neglect of his community under the current administration of the Abuakwa North Municipal Assembly. According to Barimah Dr. Kwabena Awuah Parker I, Sokode Juaso experienced significant development during the tenure of the former Abuakwa North Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Hon. Alhaji Umar Babs Bodinga. The chief, who openly acknowledged his membership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), said he nevertheless maintained a cordial relationship with the former MCE and supported the Municipal Assembly's development initiatives because of the mutual respect that existed between them. He explained that his political affiliation did not prevent him from cooperating with the former MCE or su...

E/R:Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang Donates Medical Equipment, Settles Patients’ Bills at Kyebi Government Hospital

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  The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has donated a range of medical equipment to the Kyebi Government Hospital and settled outstanding inpatient bills for patients at the facility. The intervention forms part of the MP’s continued efforts to support healthcare delivery and improve access to quality medical care for residents of Abuakwa South. The donated items include three suction machines, three electronic scales with height measurement, two pulse oximeters, 10 blood pressure machines, 10 thermometers, three electronic patient monitors, 20 wheelchairs, several boxes of examination gloves and one Cardiotocography (CTG) machine. The equipment is expected to strengthen the hospital’s capacity to provide efficient clinical services, particularly in emergency care, maternal healthcare, patient monitoring and other essential medical services. Beyond the donation, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang also paid all outstanding inpatient bills at the hospital, p...

G/A:Ablekuma Chiefs Forge Alliance to Promote Peace and Development Ahead of Homowo

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  Chiefs of Ablekuma have resolved to foster peaceful co-existence and harmony among themselves to ensure effective dispute resolution, as part of efforts to celebrate a peaceful Homowo festival. According to Asafoatse Otubour Ɔnsurogya, the Ablekuma Asafoatse of the Nii Sempe Mensah Royal Family, the purpose of the joint gathering was to help resolve disputes in Ablekuma, bury the past, and mark a new beginning in leadership. He explained that all three stool houses have expressed their desire to form an alliance to spur development in Ablekuma and drive the collective advancement of the area. On his part, Nii Larbi Mensah V, the Ablekuma Mantse and Sempe Atofotse, expressed concern about the numerous chieftaincy conflicts bedeviling Ablekuma. He said they intend to resolve these disputes willingly and work together to attract investors for the benefit and development of the community. Adding their remarks, Nii Opemire I, Bokoboko Mankralo, and Nii Kofi Mankralo Betwoolo of the Ni...