Day: August 10, 2025

Accra: Sheikh Osman Nuhu Shaributu, the National Chief Imam, led special Janazah prayers for the late Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed and Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed at the Forecourt of the State House. Dr. Muhammed was a former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central and served as the Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, while Alhaji Muniru Mohammed was the Deputy National Security Coordinator. According to Ghana News Agency, the Janazah prayers were conducted following a tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Dr. Muhammed, Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, and six others. The solemn event was attended by family members, government

Adaklu kodzobi: The weeklong fourth Goeviwo festival celebrated by the chiefs and people from six communities in the Volta Region concluded on Saturday with a successful fundraising durbar at Adaklu Kodzobi in the Adaklu District. According to Ghana News Agency, the participating communities included Adaklu Kodzobi and Adaklu Goefe from the Adaklu District; Tsrukpe from North Dayi; and Goviefe, Have, and Woadze from Afadzato South. These communities are descendants of Togbe Goe, who settled in various locations in Ghana after migrating from Notsie in the Republic of Togo. The festival, celebrated annually on a rotational basis, aims to raise funds

Keta: Mr. Wisdom Seade, the Keta Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), has urged residents of the municipality to adopt the spirit of clean-up exercise and make it a daily responsibility for a healthy life. According to Ghana News Agency, maintaining good sanitation is crucial for the health and well-being of individuals and the community as a whole. Mr. Seade, in a speech delivered during a sanitation day launch at Anlo-Afiadenyigba, emphasized that a clean environment is essential for preventing the spread of communicable diseases. Poor sanitation can lead to the spread of diseases such as cholera, diarrhea, and typhoid fever, which

Dambai: A tragic accident, which occurred on the Dambai-Asukawkaw highway at KpareKpare on Friday, August 8, resulted in the death of a 12-year-old boy, Prosper Tamondo. The deceased teenager was hit by a Toyota pick-up with registration number GT641-24. According to Ghana News Agency, eyewitnesses provided conflicting accounts of the incident to the Police personnel and the agency. Some claimed the deceased was returning from the farm, while others said he was swimming with friends in River KpareKpare and attempted to cross the road to the other side when the accident occurred. The Police have taken custody of the body

Accra: Assemblies of God, Ghana has called for lasting national honours for the eight distinguished Ghanaians who died in a recent helicopter crash, describing the incident as a tragedy that has shaken the nation to its core. According to Ghana News Agency, among the dead were Defence Minister Dr. Omane Boamah, Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Dr. Mutarla Mohamed, and six other servicemen and national figures. The church described their deaths as ‘heart-breaking, soul-wrenching and earth-shaking,’ noting that their sacrifice must be remembered beyond the mourning period. In a statement signed by the leadership, Assemblies of God said the

Bolgatanga: Mr. Abel Ndego, the Acting Upper East Regional Head of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), clarified the Authority’s mission during a recent workshop. He emphasized that the FDA’s role is to support business operators in expanding their ventures within the regulatory framework, ensuring public health and safety are prioritized. “As long as we work together to ensure public health and safety, you can always be assured that you will do your business without stress,” Mr. Ndego assured pharmacy and Over-The-Counter (OTC) medicine sellers. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Ndego addressed participants at a workshop organized by the

Bolgatanga: Mr Alfred Nyantakyi, the Upper East Regional Director of the Pharmacy Council of Ghana, emphasized that possessing a pharmacy or Over-The-Counter (OTC) medicine license does not exempt operators from adhering to the laws of Ghana. He clarified misconceptions held by some license holders who believe that such licenses protect them from national regulatory guidelines and laws. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Nyantakyi addressed these concerns during a workshop organized by the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) for pharmacy and OTC medicine sellers. He highlighted that these licenses do not prevent authorized officers from inspecting premises to ensure compliance