Day: June 25, 2025

Accra: The family house of Mr. Allotey Jacobs, a former Central Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has tragically collapsed, resulting in one fatality. The one-story mud house, located in the fishing community of Amisakyir, Cape Coast, crumbled at approximately 02:00 hours on Wednesday while the occupants were asleep, trapping two individuals. According to Ghana News Agency, this incident marks the second building collapse in the region within a week. The victims were swiftly rescued by a joint team from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Police, and Fire Service personnel and taken to the Cape Coast Teaching

Bibiani: Mr. Augustine Niber, the Executive Director of the Center for Public Interest Law (CePIL), has called for the empowerment of populations affected by mining to enable them to seek redress through legal and institutional channels. The CEPIL, a non-partisan and non-governmental organization, is dedicated to making the pursuit of justice accessible and affordable for poor and marginalized communities and individuals. According to Ghana News Agency, CEPIL advocates for and facilitates access to justice for poor communities against policies and actions, both private and public, that adversely affect their interests. Mr. Niber emphasized the need for mining-affected communities to be

Accra: Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), has warmly welcomed a delegation from World Bowls to Ghana as part of ongoing efforts to develop lesser-known sports across the country. According to Ghana News Agency, the team included Brett O’Riley, President of World Bowls; Sue Beatt, Chairperson of the Scottish Sports Association; James Owen, President of World Para Bowls; and David Hamer, President of Bowls South Africa. The visit is described as timely and strategic, providing an opportunity for both parties to set a roadmap towards the launch of Ghana Bowls. Mr. Ampofo, in an interview

Accra: The Ghana Cricket Association (GCA) as part of efforts to make cricket a global sport organised an introductory session for young players to learn new skills and develop passion for the game. Championed by the Ghana Olympic Committee, participants were taken through various stages of the sport, including bowling, batting, and fielding at the Accra Sports Stadium. According to Ghana News Agency, the event, led by trained coaches and technical officials, highlighted the growing role of the sport with over 20 young players ready to take a new path. Mr. Bernard Essuman, Administrator of Ghana Cricket Association, said the

Accra: Mr. Abraham Kotei Neequaye has announced his resignation as President of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) due to personal reasons. According to Ghana News Agency, the GBA President stated that resigning from his position was a difficult decision, but he believes it was the best course of action. In a statement, Mr. Kotei Neequaye expressed his regret over the decision, stating that it was necessary for both him and some executive board members to maintain integrity and dignity at this crucial time. Mr. Kotei Neequaye conveyed his gratitude to all stakeholders for their support throughout his four-year tenure. He

Accra: Mr Zadok Kwame Gyesi, a Public Affairs Officer candidate for the upcoming Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) elections, has engaged journalists in Tema, promising to enhance the association’s visibility. Mr Gyesi emphasized the crucial role of communication in elevating the association’s profile and committed to boosting its presence across all social media platforms. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Gyesi highlighted the outdated information on the association’s website, underscoring the need for timely communication. He proposed the introduction of an archival unit to allow both journalists and non-journalists to trace the GJA’s past activities. Mr Gyesi also pledged to advocate

Takoradi: The Coalition of Concerned Nzema People (CCNP) has expressed concern over the delay in constituting the Land Committee that was promised to address critical community concerns and disputes surrounding lands affected by the proposed Petroleum Hub Development Project in Jomoro. The CCNP noted that “the unfulfilled promise of the Land Committee undermines due process.” According to Ghana News Agency, in a statement issued by Ing. Isaac Ndede, President of the Coalition of Concerned Nzema People, and copied to the agency in Takoradi in the Western Region, it was indicated that following a meeting between the office of the President