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02 Dec

EC Addresses Concerns Over Ballot Paper Shortfalls In Volta, Bono Regions

Wontumi10 CommentsNewsBallot paper shortage, Bono regions, Volta Region

The Electoral Commission (EC) has addressed concerns surrounding discrepancies and shortfalls in ballot papers dispatched to the Bono and Volta regions ahead of the December 2024 general elections. This clarification comes in response to a leaked memo that has generated discussions on social media. In a statement, the EC emphasized that the discrepancies were identified as part of its standard verification processes, which involve regional and district staff reviewing and cross-checking ballot papers against official ballot statistics. This additional layer of scrutiny is part of the Commission’s commitment to transparency and accountability, ensuring that any issues are rectified before election…

15 Nov

Dr. China Woos Volta Region Voters In Remote Islands For Bawumia

Evans ManassehNewsBawumia, Dr. China, Volta Region

The National Treasurer of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Charles Dwamena, also known as Dr. China, has assured the people of Penyito, a remote island in the Anlo constituency that they will witness more development under a Bawumia-led government. Speaking on the final day of his five-day campaign tour of the Volta Region, Dr. Dwamena emphasized that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has bold solutions for the country’s development, making him the right choice for the presidency. “I’ve seen for myself the challenges you are facing, and I can assure you that a vote for a Bawumia-led government will ensure…

27 Oct

A Storm Brewing in Volta: Obiri Boahen Celebrates Bawumia’s Enthusiastic Welcome as NPP Eyes Upset (Video)

Evans ManassehNewsDr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Lawyer Nana Obiri Boahen, Volta Region

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s dynamic tour of the Volta Region continued on Thursday, featuring two significant events. Kicking off day five in the Keta Constituency, he received an enthusiastic welcome from nursing trainees at the Keta Nursing and Midwifery Training College. He concluded his visit with a massive "community connect" rally that energized supporters. Lawyer Nana Obiri Boahen, a former deputy general secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), speaking in an interview noted the warm reception Bawumia received. He emphasizing that many are beginning to see him as a "God-sent" leader, a notion that some previously dismissed. Lawyer…

16 Aug

Election 2024: For the first time in history, Volta Region will vote for NPP – Kusi Boafo

Evans ManassehNewselection 2024, Kusi Boafo, NPP, Volta Region

"Members of NDC in the volta region, for the first time in history, will vote for Dr. Bawumia in the upcoming election" The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of Public Sector Reforms, Thomas Kusi Boafo has stated. This, he said, is because the National Democratic Congress (NDC) believes in the vision and competency of the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Speaking on Wontumi Morning Show, on 15th August, 2024, Mr. Boafo was confident that the NPP will clinch victory on December 7. "Now, even the members of the opposition NDC believe in our flagbearer, Dr. Bawumia.…

04 Mar

Mahama Considers Volta Region As “Political Prostitutes”- Efo Says Over Running Mate Selection

Kakra NunuFeatured, NewsVolta Region

The people of Volta feel disrespected by an apparent move by former President John Mahama to pick a running mate from Central region, Efo Emmanuel Avidor has said. Speaking on Western Diamond TV over the weekend, Efo Emmanuel Avidor accused the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of treating the people of Volta region as “political prostitutes”. “Mahama considers the volta region as political prostitutes. If Mahama says he respects Ewes, he should go and bring a running mate from the region”, he said. Unlike the NDC, he explained that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has made it clear the person to…

31 Aug

Calm restored as 12 people arrested at Hohoe following disturbances

Evans ManassehNewsHohoe, people arrested, Volta Region

The Police have restored calm at Gordenu near Hohoe in the Volta Region following a violent disturbance in which a Police patrol vehicle which was involved in an accident with a motorbike rider was set on fire by some members of the community. Police say “two people lost their lives in the violence and the motor rider who sustained injury during the accident is currently receiving medical attention”. Furthermore, 12 people have so far been arrested and one Bruni pistol retrieved. “Police continue investigation into the incident including the circumstances under which the two people lost their lives”, it said…

27 Jul

NPP Parliamentary Race: Supporters Pick Nomination Forms For Ho MCE

Jackson Odom KpakpoNewsHo Central, NPP, Primaries, Volta Region

Some supporters of Hon. Divine R.K. Bosson in a show of undying support and enthusiasm have picked up his nomination forms to aid his bid to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ho Central constituency into the 2024 elections. The supporters picked up the nomination forms have recognized his sterling attributes in helping the NPP to win the seat and driving the genuine change the constituency much needs. Presenting the form leader of the group, Mr. Nunyuie said they waited for far too long for the MCE to pick the form himself but to no avail. They therefore…

07 Jul

Volta Region Poised To Take Advantage Of AfFTCA

Wontumi1BusinessAfrican Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Volta Region

Stakeholders in the trade and industry sector of the Volta Region have expressed readiness to take advantage of the numerous opportunities of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). They however, appealed to the government to resolve challenges impeding the progress of the sector which they believe would affect the effective implementation of the African intra-trade initiative. The industry players appealed at the Volta Regional AfCFTA Conference in Ho. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) provides a single-window borderless market across the 55 countries on the continent, aimed at promoting intra-trade and growing the economy of the continent. In a…

12 Sep

Stop Manipulating Voltarians…Use Part Of Your “Bribery Money” To Complete Abandoned Projects There – Chairman Wontumi Tells John Mahama

Kakra NunuFeatured, NewsChairman Wontumi, Volta Region

The Ashanti Regional Chairman for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has jabbed former President John Mahama over his claims that projects in the Volta region have been abandoned by the government of President Akufo-Addo. Speaking at the grand durbar to mark the climax of the Asogli Yam Festival in Ho, former President John Dramani Mahama said various projects started by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government have been discontinued. “Projects started by the NDC have been abandoned and others that are to be completed in the region are being done at a slow pace. For some of the…

13 Nov

“Gov’t Will Continue To Expand, Modernise Armed Forces” – President Akufo-Addo

Kakra NunuFeatured, NewsGhana Military Academy, Volta Region

The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, says it is his responsibility as Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces to see to the continued expansion and modernisation of the Ghana Armed Forces, in order to enhance its capacity to combat contemporary and future threats effectively. Speaking at the graduation ceremony of military officer cadets of Regular Career Course 60 and Short Service Commission and Special Duties Course 58, on Friday, 13th November 2020, President Akufo-Addo stated that, in view of the growing threats to peace and stability in West Africa, “our actions, in this regard, cannot be business…