Day: August 25, 2025

Kpone: Mrs. Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the Greater Accra Regional Minister, has issued a directive to a developer and other persons encroaching on the Kpone Laaloi Lagoon to restore the encroached site to its natural status. The minister gave the directive when she, and other officials, visited Akampoo in Kpone following a viral video showing the filling of a water body with trips of laterite and other materials by some developers. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Ocloo stated at the site that it was wrong for developers to embark on activities that could endanger the community. She revealed that

Accra: The Church of Pentecost, Ho Area, held a farewell service to honor Apostle Dr. Dela Quampah and his wife, Mrs. Comfort Dansoa Quampah, as they prepare to depart from the region after several years of dedicated ministry. According to Ghana News Agency, the ceremony was marked by tributes led by Mr. James Gunu, the Volta Regional Minister, who highlighted the significant impact of Apostle Quampah’s spiritual and community leadership. Mr. Gunu expressed his personal gratitude for the Apostle’s ‘faithful prayers and counsel,’ which he credited with advancing his office’s Reset Agenda for the Volta Region. Addressing the congregation, Mr.

Akwatia: The Police at Akwatia have arrested Joseph Peterson for possessing an Adler Tulpar Pump Action gun and 46 AAA and BB cartridges in a pack. A police source said Peterson was nabbed during a snap check by the Police Patrol Team at Boadua Livingstone Junction in the Eastern Region. According to Ghana News Agency, when the suspect was escorted to the Akwatia Police Station for interrogation, he told the police that the gun belonged to him, producing a license dated March 21, 2025. The police say investigations into the matter are underway. Meanwhile, the police have also picked one

Accra: One more suspect has been arraigned in connection with the murder of Stephen King Amoah, the Immigration Officer whose charred body was found near Kwabenya in July. Thomas Zigah, also known as Nii Dzaase, appeared before the Kaneshie District Court alongside Bright Aweh, alias Highest Bright, the first accused. Both have been charged with conspiracy to murder and murder. According to Ghana News Agency, Chief Inspector Apewah Achana, leading the prosecution, informed the court that Zigah had recently been arrested, prompting the withdrawal of the earlier charge sheet and its replacement with an amended version. Presiding Judge Awurama Damoah

Accra: The International Justice Mission (IJM) has issued a call to action, urging stakeholders to intensify their efforts in combating child labour and human trafficking to eradicate modern-day slavery and exploitation. According to Ghana News Agency, while acknowledging the progress made since the enactment of the Human Trafficking Act, 2005 (Act 694), IJM highlighted the ongoing plight of thousands of children, particularly on Volta Lake, who remain trapped in exploitative conditions. Speaking at the 2025 National Justice Conference, Madam Anita Budu, Country Director of IJM, stressed the importance of providing adequate resources, enforcing laws more rigorously, and engaging the community

Accra: The government has launched an investigation into payroll-related irregularities, including delays in reinstating individuals to the payroll and allegations of fraud, Mr. Thomas Ampem Nyarko, a Deputy Minister of Finance, has said. “We’ve come across some allegations of payroll-related fraud issues that we have asked the investigation agencies to investigate. Fortunately, because these things are done on the system, it is even possible for us to see who activated somebody, who deactivated the person, and all that,” he said. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Ampem Nyarko made the remarks at the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament’s public

Bawku: Dr Charles Kwowe Nyaaba, the Chief Executive Officer of Akuafo Nketewa Company Limited, has highlighted the severe impact of the ongoing Bawku conflict on agriculture and local economies. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Nyaaba stated that the prolonged conflict is debilitating farming activities, harming businesses, and stripping families of their means of livelihood. Farmers in Bawku Central and Bawku West, who once cultivated a variety of crops such as onions, tomatoes, and maize, have either moved away or significantly reduced their farming operations. Businesses, including banks, are also facing challenges due to the prevailing insecurity. Dr Nyaaba emphasized