Day: September 27, 2025

Tamale: The 2025 National Biennial Conference of the Evangelical Presbyterian (E.P) Church Choirs Union has officially opened in Tamale, focusing on the role of choirs in faith, environment, and social transformation. The four-day event, organized by the Kukuo Congregation, gathers choristers and leaders from across the country, featuring activities such as music and worship. According to Ghana News Agency, Vice-President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, in a speech delivered on her behalf by her Political Affairs Advisor Mr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, praised the E.P Church for its contributions to the nation’s musical heritage, highlighting figures like Dr. Ephraim Amu and Professor

Kumasi: The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has rolled out a nationwide public education campaign dubbed ‘Silence the Gun, Save a Life’. The campaign is part of efforts to curb the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in Ghana. The Commission is engaging students from selected Junior High Schools and tertiary institutions on the dangers of gun violence while promoting a culture of peace and security. According to Ghana News Agency, young people are particularly vulnerable to the influence of violence, making them a critical focus group for awareness creation. The programme is designed to educate

Accra: Nana Adwoapo Dwamena Serwaa II, the Paramount Queen-mother of the Bechem Traditional Area in the Ahafo Region, has expressed her commendation to the government for establishing a new office of the Driver Vehicle and Licensing Authority (DVLA) in the area. The Queen-mother highlighted that the chiefs and residents would remain appreciative of this development, acknowledging the Bechem Traditional Council’s provision of land for the DVLA to construct a permanent office to improve service delivery. According to Ghana News Agency, Nana Serwaa II made these remarks at the inauguration ceremony of the DVLA office in Bechem, the capital of the

Accra: Mr. Jonathan Dzunu, the Krachi East Municipal Director of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), has embarked on a mission to build the capacity of staffers. This initiative aims to enhance the organization’s response to disasters and emergencies in the municipalities. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Dzunu stated that the organization is responsible for managing areas affected by disasters and providing related matters. Speaking during the training session, the director emphasized the importance of utilizing the acquired skills to improve NADMO’s disaster response and management capabilities. He encouraged the staff to apply the knowledge gained to enhance their

Accra: The Volta Regional branch of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has firmly denied claims suggesting a 20 per cent increase in lorry fares across the country and region. The Union clarified that no official discussions or meetings had taken place with the Ministry of Transport or other authorities regarding such a fare hike. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Lawrence Awilo Attitoe, the Volta Regional Vice Chairman, stated that the GPRTU is the sole recognized union for transport operators in the country. He emphasized that any adjustments to fares would traditionally involve consultations with relevant stakeholders, including

Accra: The re-rehabilitation and expansion work on the Acherensua-Ntotroso road project will commence soon, Dr. Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Asutifi North in the Ahafo Region, has announced. He disclosed that the road project had been awarded on contract and that the contractor would move to the site shortly. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr. Addo explained that the government, with support from Newmont Ghana Gold Limited (NGGL), was funding the project. Speaking in an interview at Acherensua in the Asutifi North District, Dr. Addo mentioned that funds are ready, and the contractors are expected on

Sunyani: Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has launched the Bono Regional National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS). He tasked the field taskforce of the secretariat to work tirelessly devoid of biases and favouritism to stem the growing illegal mining activities in the region. According to Ghana News Agency, the taskforce comprises personnel from the Third Garrison Battalion (3BN), Ghana Police Service, Ghana Immigration Service, National Security, and the National Investigations Bureau. Speaking at the closing session of a training for the NAIMOS field taskforce held at the Armour Training School of the 3BN at