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The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Birim Central, Solomon Kusi Brako, has vehemently denied allegations of extorting GHC 15,000 from miners, clarifying that the payments in question were legitimate fines imposed on unlicensed small-scale miners. The claims, primarily made by Akyem Oda MP Alexander Kwasi Acquah and other individuals, accused Mr. Brako of demanding sums of up to GHC 15,000, allegedly to secure the release of seized excavators. Addressing a news conference, Mr. Brako explained that the monies were collected as fines from small-scale miners found operating without valid permits within the tributary of Great Consolidated Diamonds Ghana Limited (GCDGL) in Akyem Oda. He emphasized that these payments were legally processed and paid directly into the Birim Central Municipal Assembly's coffers, providing official receipts to substantiate his claims and demonstrate transparency. The MCE firmly rejected the extortion accusations, reite...

As part of activities marking Disaster Risk Reduction Month, the Abuakwa South Municipal Director of NADMO, Mr. Aikins Ofori, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, toured two communities to assess potential disaster risks within the municipality. His first stop was Kyebi Asikam, where residents had lodged complaints about an ongoing construction project that has blocked the Abrewa River, causing frequent flooding in the area whenever it rains. The situation has reportedly displaced several residents. Mr. Ofori expressed concern over the development and called on relevant authorities, particularly the Eastern South Police Command, to intervene promptly to avert any possible disaster. He later visited Akyem Asiakwa, where he observed a fuel filling station being constructed in a waterlogged area. The visit revealed visible cracks on the station’s walls and building, indicating structural weakness. It was also discovered that the underground fuel tanks had been filled with water — a situation h...

As part of efforts to deepen community participation in local governance and identify development priorities, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kwahu West, Hon. Tamimu Halidu, has embarked on a familiarisation tour of four communities within the Municipality. The engagement offered an opportunity for the MCE to interact directly with traditional leaders, opinion leaders, and residents to discuss effective policy implementation and development planning. The initiative forms part of the Assembly’s commitment to promoting inclusive and participatory development across the Municipality. Addressing the gathering, Hon. Halidu Tamimu reaffirmed the Assembly’s dedication to addressing community concerns within available resources. He encouraged residents to actively support and participate in local governance processes. The well-attended meeting also served as a platform for residents to highlight pressing issues such as youth unemployment and the health hazards associated with landfill ...