MAW Wontumi, Author at Wontumi Online

11 Mar

PETITION FOR JUSTIFICATION OF DENIAL OF THE ONLY WOMAN DCE ASPIRANT IN THE KASSENA-NANKANA WEST DISTRICT RACE

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THE NATIONAL CHAIRMAN NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS (NDC) ACCRA, GHANA CC: HIS EXCELLENCY JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA SUBJECT: PETITION FOR JUSTIFICATION OF DENIAL OF THE ONLY WOMAN DCE ASPIRANT IN THE KASSENA-NANKANA WEST DISTRICT RACE Dear National Chairman, We write to formally petition the National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Vetting Committee regarding the exclusion of Ms. Doris Acharibia, the only female aspirant among twelve contestants, from the final list of three nominees for the District Chief Executive (DCE) position in the Kassena-Nankana West District after the regional vetting exercise. Ms. Acharibia, a Branch Communications Officer at…

07 Mar

The Gambia Turns To Jospong Group For Waste Management Solution

MAW Wontumi0 CommentsNewsGambia, Zoomlion

Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) and The Gambia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to replicate its African tailored waste management solution in The Gambia. This move is seen as an "African solution to an African challenge." The signing ceremony was led by the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, Honourable Rohey John Manjang and Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, at a brief but significant ceremony in Accra on Monday, March 3, 2025. According to Madam Manjang, there was the need for Africa to devise homegrown solutions to its challenges, stating her…

04 Mar

Why Zoomlion Cannot Be Blamed For The Meagre, Delayed Salaries Of Staff Under The Waste And Sanitation Module Of The YEA

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Introduction A very rich man cultivated a large plantation and hired workers to work on the farm for him. But because the farm was so huge that he couldn’t supervise their services, he hired extra hands to manage the labourers working on the farm for him. The farmer told the managers how much he will pay them and how much he wanted them to pay the labourers at the end of every month. The managers did as directed by the farmer and whenever money was made available to them, the labourers were paid. However, the farmers could go for some…

01 Mar

Minister Calls For Collective Cleanliness As She Launches Regional Sanitation Day

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The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has launched the Regional Sanitation Day, underscoring the need for a collective effort to maintain cleanliness and prevent diseases in the national capital. The initiative, she explained, aligns with President John Dramani Mahama's reintroduction of National Sanitation Day, aimed at addressing Ghana's poor sanitation challenges. During the launch on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Madina Zongo Junction, Mrs. Ocloo encouraged market women to make cleanliness a daily habit, praising their active participation in the cleanup exercise. She also appealed to roadside sellers to move into the market for a more…

18 Feb

Ofori Atta To Return To Ghana In MAY

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Former Finance Minister is expected to return to Ghana in May 2025 following a medical assessment abroad. Mr Ofori-Atta's lawyers have been in contact with the OSP and have confirmed his scheduled return. This eas contained in a letter sent to the OSP by Ofori Atta’s lawyers. “We acknowledge receipt of your letter dated February 17, 2025, we respectfully indicate that our client who is much due for his return cannot be any time before six to eight weeks of his possible surgical intervention as stated in the hospital’s letter." “Our clients hold that taking into account surgical dates from…

18 Feb

Ofori-Atta’s Residence Raid: No Search Warrant Was Produced- Richard Jakpa Exposed

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A recent news report announcing Richard Jakpa's appointment as Director of Special Operations at the National Security Secretariat has sparked controversy. The report claimed that Jakpa presented a search warrant to staff at the Ofori-Atta residence, which was allegedly executed without hindrance. However, a closer examination of the events reveals discrepancies in the narrative. According to eyewitness accounts, guests are welcome at the Ofori-Atta residence, and on the day in question, the visitors knocked, honked, and were let in. Three employees, including a security guard and a housekeeper, interacted with the visitors, but none were shown a warrant. Two videos…

17 Feb

Onua FM, Zoomlion Lead Massive Cleanup Exercise At Madina Market

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A massive haul of plastic waste, including takeaway packs, sachets of iced water, and used clothing and worn-out shoes was extracted from the gutters and drains at the Madina Zongo Junction in Accra on Valentine’s Day (February 14,) during a cleanup operation. The cleanup exercise was a collaborative effort between Onua FM, a member of Media General, Zoomlion Ghana Limited, La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Assembly (LaNMMA) and other volunteers. The operation commenced at 5:45 a.m., starting from the Madina Zongo Junction traffic light, which marks the beginning of the Madina Market, and covering the stretch through to the Madina Post Office.…

31 Jan

Petition Against Violation Of The 1992 Constitution To Nominate Two Assembly Members To Form The Electoral College For The Council Of State Election In Ashanti Region

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We the undersigned, respectfully petition your reputable office that, some National Democratic Congress (NDC) party officials in collaboration with some coordinating Directors are attempting to send different names other than those nominated by the various Assemblies to the Regional coordinating council for onward submission to the Regional office of the Electoral commission to form the Electoral college for the upcoming Ashanti Regional council of state elections. This would be a direct violation of the paragraph (c) of clause(2) of Article 89 of the 1992 constitution and will undermine the principles of democratic representation and the Rule of law. In order…

24 Jan

Zoomlion Honours YEA Worker For Honesty And Godliness

MAW WontumiNewsZoomlion Ghana Ltd

Executives, Management, and Staff of Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a major subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), have honoured Mr. Salifu Ibrahim, a Youth Employment Agency (YEA) beneficiary, for his exemplary display of honesty and godliness. The ceremony took place on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in Accra. Mr. Ibrahim, a sanitation worker in the Tamale metropolitan area, discovered GH₵20,000 in a waste bag during his routine duties. Instead of keeping the money, he disclosed the discovery to his colleagues, took it home for safekeeping, and waited for the rightful owner to come forward. A few days later, the owner…

23 Jan

Attack On Former Minister’s Residence Sparks Concerns Over Rising Political Violence

MAW WontumiNewsHon. Mustapha Ussif

The home of Hon. Mustapha Ussif, former Minister of Youth and Sports and Member of Parliament for the Yagaba/Kubori Constituency, was reportedly attacked by a group of individuals believed to be aligned with the National Democratic Congress (NDC). This shocking act of lawlessness occurred amidst growing concerns over the escalating insecurity in the country. In a statement delivered on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday 22nd January, Hon. Ussif expressed deep concern about the state of security following the peaceful transition of power to President John Dramani Mahama. He disclosed that his residence had been targeted by hooligans who unleashed…