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The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa North Constituency, Honorable Dr. Gifty Twum-Ampofo, who also served as the former Deputy Minister of Education in charge of Technical and Vocational Education, has called on cocoa farmers to desist from selling their produce to foreigners. She urged them to stop smuggling cocoa beans to neighboring countries, emphasizing that such actions undermine the government's significant investments in the cocoa industry. Speaking at the launch of the Abuakwa North Municipal Co-operative Cocoa Farming and Marketing Union Limited in Akyem New Tafo on the 18th October, 2024, Hon. Dr. Gifty Twum-Ampofo, popularly known as Hajia Kande, highlighted the efforts made by the government led by President Nana Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to revitalize the cocoa sector. She acknowledged that illegal mining has taken a toll on cocoa vegetation, but stressed that the government's investments have kept the industry vibrant. Hon. Twum-Ampofo ex...

The NDC spokesperson on mining, Mr. Raymond Nana Ebbah asserts that the next NDC government is committed to enhancing and regularising the mining sector. Pointing out to journalists that the NDC has proposed the establishment of Gold Board to oversee and regulate the mining industry, address the issue of illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, and promote responsible mining. He said the Gold Board will issue licenses to miners with local partners, including chiefs, the media, Minerals Commission, and other regulated bodies, giving clear geographical boundaries as their catchment area for production. According to him, the initiative is aimed at collaborating with traditional leaders, local communities, environmental organisations, and industry experts to implement its sustainable solutions outlined in the party 2024 manifesto to curb the galamsay menace. Nana Ebbah said, the Gold Board service support would range from concession viability, health, safety and efficiency in mine opera...

In a bid to rally support for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) ahead of the 2024 general elections, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Abuakwa North, Hon. Dr. Alhaji Umar Babs Bodinga, participated in a cleanup campaign organized by the NPP Loyal Ladies at the New Tafo Akim Market on October 19, 2024. The event aimed not only to beautify the market area but also to canvas votes for the NPP's presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and the parliamentary candidate for the constituency, Nana Kwame Addo Ampaw Frempong, popularly known as Chief Buffalo. Addressing the market women and participants at the event, Hon. Dr. Alhaji Umar Babs Bodinga emphasized the need for continued support for the NPP to sustain its flagship programs, including the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy. He cautioned that a vote for the opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), could lead to the discontinuation of these crucial educational initiatives, which he believes have significant...

The Abuakwa North New Force Movement organized a walk on October 19, 2024, from Akyem New Tafo Zongo to the Akyem Kukuratumi Taxi rank in the Abuakwa North Constituency of the Eastern Region. The event attracted around 300 participants, predominantly youth, who wore T-shirts bearing the image of Nana Kwame Bediako. Mr. Attah Poku, a convenor of the New Force Movement, addressed the crowd, stating that if Nana Kwame Bediako's New Force Movement is elected, it will focus on empowering the youth with employability skills for national development. He clarified that while the New Force Movement has not yet fielded any parliamentary candidates, the movement's commitment to the will of the people will be upheld through a referendum. He assured that parliamentary proceedings and decisions would be treated with respect and diligence. The walk was organized by local representatives of the New Force Movement to engage and mobilize support within the community.

Several executives and members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) from the Abuakwa North Constituency, along with the former Eastern Regional NDC chairman, Hon. Tawiah Boateng, gathered in Kwamo near Ejisu in the Ashanti Region to mourn the passing of Dcns. Mrs. Augustina Agyei Baffour, the in-law of Hon. Tawiah Boateng. The event was attended by key NDC executives, including Chairman Sadid Mohammed, Constituency Secretary Hon. Lative, Constituency Organizer Hon. Above, and other prominent members of the party. Their presence showcased their solidarity and support for Hon. Tawiah Boateng during this time of grief. The NDC delegation paid their respects to the late Dcns. Mrs. Augustina Agyei Baffour, a respected community member and a dedicated advocate for the NDC. The executives praised her invaluable contributions to the growth of the party and expressed their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. They also commended Hon. Tawiah Boateng for her unwavering dedication to...

The Amanfi Central Constituency, in collaboration with the Parliamentary candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Western Region, Madam Joana Gyan Cudjoe, also known as Obaa Naa, is set to host a 24-hour Economy Walk. This event demonstrates the constituency's unwavering commitment to securing victory in the 2024 general election. The walk, scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2024, will commence at Ohenekrom, pass through Sika Nti, and conclude at Kwakuaboa, covering key areas within the constituency. The organizers have set an ambitious target of attracting 6,000 party supporters to join this significant event, highlighting the widespread backing for the NDC in the Amanfi Central Constituency. Designed to not only rally support for the NDC but also to promote a healthy lifestyle, the 24-hour Economy Walk is expected to be a vibrant and energetic gathering. Party members will walk together in unity, fostering a spirit of solidarity and a shared purpose. This initiat...

The Parliamentary candidate for the Amanfi Central Constituency in the Western Region of Ghana has called on his supporters, particularly members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), to remain calm and patient as they await the decision of the national executive regarding the recent developments involving the Electoral Commission (EC). Addressing the concerns of his constituents, the candidate acknowledged the unease surrounding the EC's recent actions and the uncertainty they have caused ahead of the 2024 elections. He urged his supporters not to be disheartened, reassuring them that he remains resolute in his commitment to serving the people of Amanfi Central. "I understand that you may feel scared and worried about the recent suspension of the Electoral Commission (EC) and its impact on the upcoming 2024 elections. However, I want to assure you that I am not intimidated by these actions, and I will continue to fight for the best interests of our constituency," he...