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.   DSP Sheila Afoley Odal Handing over Project Site   The District Police Commander for Atiwa West, DSP Sheila Afoley Odal, has initiated the construction of an ultramodern District Police Headquarters at Akyem Kwabeng in the Eastern Region, with support from the community. The project, which is expected to improve police administration and service delivery in the district, was officially launched with a sod-cutting ceremony. Speaking at the ceremony, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atiwa West, Hon. Amoh Johnson, commended DSP Sheila Afoley Odal for the initiative and outlined several government projects being undertaken in the district.                               Hon. Amoh Johnson   He disclosed that government projects in the district included a bypass road linking Akyem Kwabeng to Bomaa, an ultramodern bus terminal estimated at GH¢2.5 million, and an eight-seater water closet to...

.                      Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin   Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin has called on chiefs of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area to safeguard their lands against encroachment and unauthorised takeovers. Speaking at the State Council Meeting held on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Ofori Panin Fie in Kyebi, Eastern Region, the Okyenhene said the lands had been entrusted to the chiefs by their ancestors and must be preserved for generations yet unborn. He emphasised that traditional leaders had a responsibility to protect the lands and ensure that they were not lost through encroachment or other unauthorised activities. Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin further noted that the government had called on traditional authorities across the country to protect their lands, stressing that chiefs in Akyem Abuakwa must also uphold that responsibility. The Okyenhene also expressed concern over the takeover of Narawa Mining...

.  Alhaji Rahaman Hudu(Left) Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I (Right) Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I, Chief of Akyem Sokode-Juaso, has fulfilled a promise he made to the Akyem Kukurantumi Central Mosque on Friday, October 23, 2026, by donating three air-conditioning units to the mosque. The donation, which took place on Friday, October 30, 2026, marks the fulfilment of his commitment to support the mosque and improve conditions for Muslim worshippers. Presenting the items, Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I emphasised the importance of honouring promises, noting that fulfilling commitments attracts endless blessings from Allah. He further called on the Muslim community to continue praying for him and the development of the community.                                Air-conditioner Units Receiving the items on behalf of the Chief Imam, Alhaji Muhammad Awal, and the entire Muslim community, Deputy Chie...

The Ministry of Climate Change and Sustainability, in collaboration with the Ghana National Plant-Based Food Initiative, has organized a Stakeholders Validation Workshop on Ghana's National Plant-Based Food System Action Plan. The plan is aimed at promoting the production and consumption of Ghanaian-grown indigenous local foods. Speaking at the event, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Hon. Seidu Issifu, said the validation workshop would help improve local indigenous production, promote dietary diversity, strengthen food security, improve farmers' livelihoods, and integrate climate action. He added that it would ensure the plan reflects national priorities for implementation. He emphasized that Ghana's agricultural sector is facing growing threats from climate change, including erratic rainfall, floods, and declining soil quality, and noted that addressing these challenges requires coordinated action across agriculture, nutrition, healthy food, an...

The Women’s Organiser for the Anyaa Sowutuom Constituency, Hajia Hawa Haruna (a.k.a Triple H), has organized a three-day free breast cancer screening and awareness campaign for residents in the constituency. The exercise, undertaken in partnership with healthcare professionals, involved screening and education on early detection and self-examination to promote preventive healthcare and raise awareness about the disease. Speaking at the event, Hajia Hawa Haruna said the initiative forms part of efforts to encourage regular screening for early detection of breast cancer. She explained that the exercise started at Chantan Market, continued at Ablekuma, and climaxed at Anyaa Market. She noted that members participated fully in the screening, adding that some cases were detected and referred for further medical attention. She reaffirmed her commitment to educating the public on the importance of breast cancer awareness, regular screening, and early detection to improve treatment outcomes. F...

  Residents along the Akyem Maase–Akyem Old Tafo road in the Eastern Region have raised concerns over a black Dodge Caliber saloon car with registration number AW 112-15, which has reportedly been left unattended for more than two months. The vehicle, which was initially parked on the shoulder of the road in front of the Global Farming and Technology Institute, has recently been spotted in a ditch with damage to its front light, bumper and bonnet following a reported collision with another vehicle. Some residents who spoke on the matter suspect that the car may have been abandoned, raising concerns about its ownership and the circumstances surrounding its presence at the location. They have also expressed fears that it could potentially be linked to criminal activity, although no evidence has been provided to substantiate these suspicions. The residents are therefore appealing to the relevant authorities, particularly the Ghana Police Service, to investigate the circumstances surro...

.                            Mr Aikins Okwae Oklu   The newly elected Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Abuakwa South Constituency of the Eastern Region, Mr Aikins Okwae Oklu, has called on party members to embrace peace, unity and hard work as key strategies to retain power in the 2028 general elections. Mr Oklu secured 426 votes to defeat his closest contender, who polled 226 votes, describing his victory as overwhelming. He expressed gratitude to the delegates for the confidence they had reposed in him and pledged to work towards strengthening the party in the constituency. He revealed that he had written his victory speech before deciding to contest the election, describing it as a demonstration of his confidence in winning. He explained that his campaign began long before the elections, when he started reconnecting with party members after being elected Constituency Secretary in the p...