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  The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Kwahu West Municipal Assembly in the Eastern Region, Hon. Tamimu Halidu, has distributed livelihood support items to persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the municipality as part of efforts to empower them economically and reduce poverty. The initiative, which benefited over 41 physically challenged persons, is aimed at enhancing the social standing of PWDs, promoting self-reliance, and encouraging active participation in economic activities. Items distributed included deep freezers, fufu pounding machines, hair dryers, sewing machines, and other equipment to support small-scale businesses. Addressing beneficiaries at the presentation ceremony, Hon. Tamimu Halidu explained that the Assembly engaged the beneficiaries to identify the items most suitable for improving their livelihoods before the purchases were made. He said the approach was intended to ensure that the support provided directly meets the needs of the recipients. The MCE note...

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has launched a teachers’ award scheme aimed at recognising and motivating educators in the municipality. The initiative, dubbed the Akosua Agyeiwaa Teachers Award, held its maiden edition on Friday, December 20, 2025, at the Kibi College of Education Auditorium. The award scheme seeks to appreciate teachers for their dedication, perseverance, and selfless service in shaping the lives of children, while encouraging excellence to improve the quality of education in Abuakwa South. According to Dr. Agyemang, recognising teachers is a vital step towards enhancing educational standards in the municipality. The colourful ceremony attracted a broad cross-section of society, including teachers, traditional authorities, academics, clergy, local residents, and members of the diaspora. Dignitaries present included the Municipal Chief Executive, the Member of Parliament for Fanteakwa North, Hon. Appiah Kwame Kodua, the Eastern ...

The former Member of Parliament for Abuakwa North and former Deputy Minister of Education in charge of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Hon. Gifty Twum-Ampofo, has donated six professional five-aside footballs to the youth of Akyem Tontro in support of their end-of-year football gala. The donation was made on Saturday, 20th December 2025, as youth from Akyem Old Tafo, New Tafo, Tontro, and surrounding communities competed for the ultimate trophy in the gala competition. Presenting the items on behalf of Hon. Gifty Twum-Ampofo, Mr. Stephen Osei-Wusu explained that the footballs were designated as prizes for the competition, with three balls for the ultimate winners, two for the first runners-up, and one for the second runners-up. Mr. Osei-Wusu also conveyed the former MP’s goodwill message to the competing teams and admonished them to ensure a peaceful and disciplined tournament, devoid of violence or any acts capable of disrupting the peace of the enclave. The fo...

  The Enyiresi Government Hospital in the Atiwa East District of the Eastern Region has received a newly constructed two-storey self-contained building to serve as accommodation for doctors, courtesy of the Member of Parliament for the area, Hon. Abena Osei-Asare. The facility was commissioned and officially handed over on 19th December 2025. Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Abena Osei-Asare explained that the project was motivated by the long-standing challenge of inadequate accommodation, which often discourages doctors from accepting postings to rural areas. She said the provision of decent housing is key to attracting and retaining medical professionals in such communities. The MP further disclosed that through her efforts, over 50 staff of the hospital who were previously paid through the hospital’s Internally Generated Funds (IGF) were absorbed onto the government payroll under the previous NPP administration. She reiterated that healthcare has remained a top priority for the N...

  The Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council has successfully held its 2025 Fourth Quarter State Council Meeting at the Ofori Panin Fie in Kyebi, bringing together Nananom and indigenes from across Okyeman to deliberate on key development issues. The meeting, held on Friday, 19th December 2025, marked the final State Council gathering for the year and provided an opportunity for reflection on the year under review and planning for the year ahead. Chiefs and representatives from all divisions of Akyem Abuakwa State, including Adonten, Benkum, Nifa, Gyaase, Oseawuo, Kyebi, the Amantuomiensa, and indigenes from over 940 towns and villages, were present. Addressing the gathering, the Okyenhene, Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin, expressed concern over the low subscription of chiefs to an insurance scheme designed to protect their welfare. He described the situation as worrying and stressed that such welfare measures are crucial for securing the future of their descendants, especially the youth. ...

In a heartwarming act of generosity, Mr. Sampson Togbenu, Chief Executive Officer of SB Breastplate Services Limited, settled medical bills for children at Ashaiman Hospital as part of his birthday celebration on Thursday, 18th December 2025. Accompanied by some of his staff, Mr. Togbenu presented over Gh₵10,000 to cover outstanding medical bills for children in the NICCU ward. The gesture was motivated by his compassion for young patients, especially those whose families struggle to afford treatment during the festive season. Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Togbenu said, “I have always been passionate about children’s welfare and believe that no child should be denied care because of financial challenges. This is my way of showing love and hope on my birthday.” He further promised to make regular visits to support other sick children at the hospital and requested prayers for continued blessings to help extend similar support to other hospitals. The hospital staff, including doctors, n...

  Concerned citizens and business operators in the Atiwa East District of the Eastern Region have expressed varied views on Ghana’s ongoing fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, calling for a more balanced and inclusive approach. Speaking to the media on 16th December 2025, Mr. Owusu Agyapong, a merchant in the district, described the fight against illegal mining as a collective responsibility but raised concerns about the operational approach of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). According to him, officials of the EPA recently visited the district and announced that sellers of Chanfang engines would be targeted in their operations. Mr. Agyapong argued that the decision is misplaced, stressing that Chanfang engines are not designed solely for mining but are also used for farming purposes, including tractors and other agricultural machinery. He warned that a clampdown on the sale of such engines would negatively affect businesses and livelihoods in the d...