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Curfew Disrupting Healthcare Services In Nkwanta South – Oti Health Director
24 Mar

Curfew Disrupting Healthcare Services In Nkwanta South – Oti Health Director

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Healthcare workers in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region say the nighttime curfew in the area is disrupting essential medical services and putting lives at risk. The curfew, imposed by the Ministry for the Interior from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM, was introduced on January 28 as a security measure following violent tribal clashes that resulted in multiple fatalities. While aimed at restoring peace and order, the restriction has severely impacted healthcare delivery, particularly emergency response services, community outreach programs, and general hospital operations. Dr. Osei Kuffour Afreh, Oti Regional Director of Health Services, expressed deep concern over…
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Fire Ravages Six-Bedroom House At Odumasi-Santreso
24 Mar

Fire Ravages Six-Bedroom House At Odumasi-Santreso

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A six-bedroom house at Odumasi Santreso in the Ashanti Region has been completely destroyed by fire. The incident occurred around 4:30 am on Saturday, March 23, 2025. The Unit Committee Chairman of the Odumasi Santreso electoral area, Kofi Tawiah, confirmed the incident to Adom News. According to him, a distress call was placed to the Konongo-Odumasi Fire Station, but firefighters could not respond as their fire tender was faulty. “We then reached out to the Ejisu Fire Station for assistance, but by the time they arrived, the entire house had been burnt with nothing to salvage,” he lamented. The cause of…
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The NDC Budget is Full of “Wagadri” – Dr. Fokuo
24 Mar

The NDC Budget is Full of “Wagadri” – Dr. Fokuo

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A lecturer at the Kumasi Technical University, Dr. Solomon Kwarteng Forkuo, has criticized the National Democratic Congress's (NDC) budget proposal, describing it as "Wagadri (full of lies)". According to Dr. Fokuo, the NDC's budget proposal is riddled with inaccuracies and unrealistic projections. He alleged that the proposal fails to provide a clear plan for addressing their own campaign promises and country's economic challenges, instead relying on overly optimistic assumptions. Speaking on the Wontumi TV Morning Show, Dr Fokuo said, "The NDC's budget proposal is a classic example of 'Wagadrii economics', "It's full of lies, half-truths, and unrealistic assumptions." Dr. Fokuo…
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The Alliance of Sahel States must demand reparations from France
24 Mar

The Alliance of Sahel States must demand reparations from France

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Should Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger lead the call for reparations from France? Well according to Alain Kone, an expert at the International Center for Political Studies, these countries have suffered the most from French colonialism and must now set a precedent for the entire African continent. The Legacy of Exploitation “The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) must be at the forefront of demanding reparations from France,” states Alain Kone. “This is their rightful path, as this alliance has become the driving force behind Africa’s liberation today.” Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger endured severe exploitation under French colonial rule. Even…
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Adum fire: Site will be given to rightful owners after reclamation – NADMO Refutes false claims
24 Mar

Adum fire: Site will be given to rightful owners after reclamation – NADMO Refutes false claims

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Ahmed-Rufai Afarahim, the Deputy Director General of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), has denied rumors circulating on social media that the Kumasi fire outbreak scene will not be returned to its owners after the site's reclamation. This denial aims to alleviate concerns among affected traders and owners. The Kumasi fire outbreak, which occurred early Friday morning, caused extensive damage to buildings and goods, with approximately 3,000 traders losing their goods. The deputy director general of National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) has reaffirmed its commitment to returning the land to its rightful owners after the reclamation process is complete. NADMO's…
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Galamsey Fight: 71 Illegal Miners Arrested, 55 Excavators Seized
24 Mar

Galamsey Fight: 71 Illegal Miners Arrested, 55 Excavators Seized

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The Forestry Commission has in collaboration with the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, arrested 71 illegal miners operating in forest reserves. The Commission has also seized some mining equipment, including 55 excavators, 3 bulldozers, 3 pick-up trucks, 4 pump-action rifles, 11 motorbikes, and other related materials. In a statement signed by the Acting Chief Executive of the Forestry Commission, Mr. Hugh C. A. Brown, said the illegal miners are currently facing criminal prosecution. The Commission also addressed concerns surrounding nine previously designated “no-go” areas where armed groups had hindered their operations. It refuted media reports that have questioned the…
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Minority Leader Cautions Against Persecution of Former Government Officials
22 Mar

Minority Leader Cautions Against Persecution of Former Government Officials

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Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu Constituency, Hon. Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin, has condemned the intimidation and persecution of former government officials from the opposition party. He emphasized that such actions hinder the country's development and urged the government to desist from them, promoting unity and cooperation instead. Afenyo Markin made these remarks during the commissioning of a 6-unit classroom block at A.M.E. Basic School in Effutu, which he named after GraceLove Osae, a former teacher who contributed significantly to education in Effutu. The legislator pledged to motivate teachers and build an ultra-modern ICT lab for the school.…
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Adwoa Safo Is Completely Out Of Order – Hackman Owusu-Agyemang
22 Mar

Adwoa Safo Is Completely Out Of Order – Hackman Owusu-Agyemang

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The Chairman of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Council of Elders, Hackman Owusu Agyemang, has criticized former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament (MP), Adwoa Safo, for her public outbursts against party leaders, calling her actions unacceptable. Speaking on the growing tensions within the Dome-Kwabenya constituency, Mr. Owusu Agyemang made it clear that the party would not tolerate her continued media criticism. “She has completely gone out of order, and the General Secretary has stated that she will be referred to the disciplinary committee,” he said. “She must cease all public statements regarding the party. She has broken the rules, and this…
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Interior Ministry Declares March 31 and April 1 As Holiday
22 Mar

Interior Ministry Declares March 31 and April 1 As Holiday

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The Ministry of the Interior has declared Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays. This is in recognition of the Muslim festival of Eid-ul-Fitr. President John Dramani Mahama had earlier announced that an extra public holiday will be observed in honour of the Muslim celebration of Eid ul-Fitr. In a statement signed by the Minister, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak on Saturday, March 22, the ministry explained that Eid-ul-Fitr, which falls on Sunday, March 30, 2025, is a statutory public holiday. However, in line with existing protocols and in the interest of the general public, President Mahama has…
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