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E/R:11 Perish in Devastating Dawn Crash on Accra-Kumasi Highway at Amanase

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  A tragic accident in the early hours of Tuesday, April 22, has claimed the lives of 11 individuals in what emergency officials describe as one of the most harrowing road crashes in recent times along the Accra-Kumasi Highway. The fatal incident occurred around 5:00 a.m. near Amanase, a community in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region, involving a fuel tanker (registration GR 1300-16) and a Benz Sprinter passenger bus (registration GW 6510-23). Preliminary police investigations suggest that the tanker driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel, causing the vehicle to drift from its lane and collide head-on with the oncoming Sprinter bus. The impact was catastrophic. First responders confirmed that nine men and two women died instantly at the scene, their bodies trapped in the mangled wreckage of the vehicles. The collision crushed the front sections of both vehicles, necessitating the use of extrication tools by rescue teams. Several passengers sustained critical inj...

E/R:Kwahu Tafo Chief Provides Free Health Screening for Over 700 Aged and Vulnerable Residents

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  As part of the 2025 Kwahu Easter festivities, the Chief of Kwahu Tafo, Nana Opoku Mintah II , organized a two-day free health screening exercise for more than 700 aged and vulnerable residents in the Kwahu Tafo community of the Kwahu East District, Eastern Region. Addressing attendees, Nana Opoku Mintah II emphasized that the initiative was aimed at identifying underlying health conditions and offering prompt medical attention where needed. The exercise was also geared towards promoting healthier lifestyles and empowering individuals to take charge of their personal well-being. The screening was conducted by a comprehensive team of healthcare professionals, including medical doctors, laboratory technicians, physician assistants, dentists, and nurses. Special attention was given to the elderly and other vulnerable groups in the community. The Chief expressed optimism that such periodic interventions would improve the overall health of residents and bring lasting joy to the comm...

E/R:Fanteakwa South MP Leads Easter Initiatives to Promote Sanitation, Support the Vulnerable, and Inspire Children

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As part of the Easter festivities in the Fanteakwa South Constituency, Member of Parliament Hon. Duke Ofori Atta launched a series of community-centered activities aimed at improving sanitation, supporting the vulnerable, and inspiring the younger generation. The MP kicked off the celebrations with a clean-up exercise at Akyem Hemang and its surrounding communities. The initiative involved the desilting of choked gutters, sweeping of streets, and general sanitation work to ensure a cleaner environment. Hon. Ofori Atta used the occasion to urge residents to actively participate in such clean-up exercises to prevent diseases and maintain a healthy environment. In another gesture of care and compassion, the MP hosted a special Easter event for the aged and vulnerable members of the constituency. He donated food items and assorted drinks to over 1,000 elderly and less privileged individuals across the 18 electoral areas of Fanteakwa South. To crown the celebrations, Hon. Ofori Atta, in col...

Ghana Armed Forces Conducts Cordon and Search Operation in Bawku Amid Rising Insecurity

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  The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has intensified its security operations in Bawku and surrounding areas following intermittent gunfire and ongoing clashes. In a press release dated April 21, 2025, the Department of Public Relations at the GAF Headquarters disclosed that a cordon and search operation was carried out at Binduri in the early hours of Monday to restore calm and enhance public safety. According to the statement signed by Brigadier General E. Aggrey-Quashie, Director General of Public Relations, the operation was prompted by sporadic gunshots reported near the Binduri Central Market. Troops from the 11 Mechanised Battalion and the Joint Task Force, supported by Police personnel, swiftly cordoned off the area and conducted a detailed search. During the operation, a suspected gunman was arrested and handed over to the Police. Security personnel also recovered an assortment of weapons and gear, including an AK-47 rifle, a G3 rifle, a machete, a helmet, boots, four fragmentat...

E/R:NDC Abuakwa North Constituency Organizer Calls for Calm and Unity Ahead of MCE Appointment

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  Abuakwa North, Eastern Region – As the National Democratic Congress (NDC) awaits the official announcement of the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) nominee for Abuakwa North by President John Dramani Mahama, the Constituency Organizer, Hon. Asaah Joseph, has issued a heartfelt call for unity and patience among party members and supporters. In a message directed at constituency executives, branch leaders, and the wider NDC grassroots, Hon. Asaah emphasized the importance of maintaining peace, respect, and solidarity during this crucial period. “Our shared commitment to the development and progress of Abuakwa North remains unwavering,” he stated. “Let us remain calm, patient, and respectful throughout this process, knowing that our collective vision for a better future is what truly unites us.” He highlighted that the strength of the party lies in unity and urged all members to continue supporting one another as they work towards the common goal of securing a better future for th...

Okyeman Chief Rallies Support for Birim River and Forest Restoration Amid Galamsey Devastation

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  The Chief of Akyem Sokode-Juaso and leader of the Okyeman Environmental Protection Brigade, Barimah Dr. Kwabena Awuah Parker I, has issued a passionate appeal to Ghanaians and stakeholders to rally behind the fight to restore the Birim River and protect the nation’s forest reserves from the destructive impact of illegal mining, locally known as galamsey . Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem morning show on Monday, April 21, 2025, in an interview with host Chief Jerry Forson, Barimah Dr. Parker described the recent state of degradation along the Birim River as "heartbreaking and deeply alarming." His remarks followed a week-long field visit by the Okyeman Environmental Protection Brigade, during which they inspected several mining sites across the Eastern Region. According to the chief, the team, which included officers from National Security, undertook a special operation dubbed “Restore Birim River” , aimed at assessing the extent of environmental damage and sensitizing mi...

E/R: Hon. Dr. Gifty Twum-Ampofo Supports New Tafo Hospital with Building Materials to Boost Security

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  Hon. Dr. Gifty Twum-Ampofo, Member of Parliament for Abuakwa North Constituency and former Deputy Minister of Education in charge of TVET, has extended her support to the New Tafo Government Hospital by donating essential building materials to enhance security at the facility. The donation, which included cement, iron rods, roofing sheets, and other materials, is aimed at strengthening the hospital’s perimeter and improving its overall infrastructure. The items were presented on her behalf by Mr. Stephen Osei Wusu, the Abuakwa North Municipal Director of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO). Speaking during the presentation, Mr. Osei Wusu conveyed a message from Hon. Dr. Gifty Twum-Ampofo, in which she reaffirmed her commitment to supporting the healthcare sector and ensuring a safe and secure environment for both patients and healthcare workers. Also present at the brief ceremony were Mr. Seth Odei, NPP Constituency Organizer; Mrs. Irene Baah Asare, NPP Constitu...