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Dansoman Emergency Coastal Protection Project Phase 2: Major Meeting in Accra High-Level Stakeholder Engagement at Accra Metropolitan Assembly A high-level closed-door meeting was held today at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), bringing together the Mayor of Accra, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Ablekuma West, Hon. George Kpakpo Allotey, and a team of consultants working on the Dansoman Emergency Coastal Protection Project Phase 2. Focus on Accelerating the Sea Defence Project The meetingย focused on strategies to expedite the much-anticipatedย sea defense project along the coastal belt, spanningย from Ablekuma West to Ablekuma South. This ambitious initiative is designed not only to safeguard…

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Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Adansi Akrofoum District, Ashanti Region Military Aircraft Goes Missing During Routine Flight to Obuasi A Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) military helicopter carrying eight individuals has crashed in the Adansi Akrofoum District of the Ashanti Region, marking a tragic incident that has prompted immediate search-and-rescue operations across the area. The Z9 helicopter, which departed from Accra at 09:12 GMT this morning, was en route to Obuasi when it suddenly lost contact with radar systems. The aircraft was carrying three crew members and five passengers when communication was lost, according to an official statement released by the…

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Supreme Court Overturns Arrest Warrant Against Journalist Kevin Taylor in Landmark Ruling Free Speech Victory: Court Rules 2020 Bench Warrant Unlawful July 12, 2024ย – In a landmark decision today,ย Ghana’s Supreme Courtย overturned a controversialย 2020 bench warrantย issued for the arrest ofย US-based Ghanaian journalist Kevin Taylor. The ruling ends aย five-year legal battleย that raised critical questions aboutย press freedom and judicial accountabilityย in Ghana. Why Was Kevin Taylor Facing Arrest? The case stems from aย January 16, 2020,ย Facebook video where Taylor made remarks aboutย Justice Eric Kyei Baffour, then presiding over the high-profileย National Communications Authority (NCA) $4 million embezzlement case. Taylor alleged thatย Justice Kyei Baffour’s promotion to the…

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Ewurabena Aubynn Sworn In as Ablekuma North MP on July 22, 2024, Amid Minority Walkout Drama Aubynnโ€™s Swearing-In Marks NDCโ€™s Growing Majority in Parliament July 22, 2024ย โ€“ย Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbinย officially swore inย Ewurabena Aubynnย as the newย Member of Parliament (MP) for Ablekuma Northย in a ceremony overshadowed by aย Minority Caucus walkout. The dramatic exit followed the Speakerโ€™s refusal to allowย Minority Chief Whip Frank Annor Domprehย to address the House before the swearing-in. A Contentious Rerun Leads to NDC Victory Aubynnโ€™s victory comes after aย high-stakes rerunย held onย July 15, 2024, inย 19 polling stationsย within the constituency. Theย December 2024 parliamentary electionsย had ended in aย deadlockย due to allegations ofย electoral…

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Dansoman, Accra โ€“ Thursday, July 11, 2025 The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Hon. Rev. Dr. Kweku Addo, and the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. George Kpakpo Allotey, were present at Dansoman Bethel Baptist Church to supervise the ongoing NDC constituency re-run election between Ewurabena Aubyn and Afriyie. Leaders Reinforce Commitment to Fairness and Transparency Hon. Addo and Allotey Actively Engage Constituents Both leaders appeared visibly energized and in high spirits as they interacted with party members, election officials, and constituents. Their active participation underscored the Assemblyโ€™s commitment to transparency, unity, and internal democracy within the party structure. โ€œWe are…

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Dansoman, Greater Accra โ€“ 10th July 2025 Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Hon. Rev. Dr. Kweku Addo, has renewed his commitment to delivering on all campaign promises during the first National Democratic Congress (NDC) constituency meeting since his 2025 victory. In an address filled with appreciation and purpose, he thanked constituents for the trust reposed in him and pledged to meet expectations through inclusive development and visible impact across the constituency. Healthcare & Youth Empowerment Take Center Stage Hon. Addo revealed notable progress on the Gbegbeyise Community Hospital Project, with the procurement of key medical equipment already underway. The…

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Joshua Nii Armah Solomon Inspires Over 300 BECE Candidates with “The Power of Now” Campaign in Okaikwei North Okaikwei North, Accra โ€“ June 2025 Community Leader Launches Groundbreaking BECE Motivation Initiative With unwavering determination and a heart for empowering youth, Joshua Nii Armah Solomon has spearheaded an extraordinary motivational outreach program targeting BECE candidates throughout the Okaikwei North constituency. His grassroots campaign has successfully reached over 300 students across 17 educational institutions, creating a ripple effect of inspiration and confidence. Driven by the philosophy that “every great journey begins with a spark of belief and encouragement,” Joshua drew inspiration from…

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Ghanaian Woman Sues Peace and Love Hospital Over CCTV Cameras in Examination Rooms Imagine walking into a hospital for a sensitive medical examination (Breast Exam) only to discover that cameras were recording your most private moments. This nightmare became reality for Gifty Amoakowaa, a Ghanaian woman who is now fighting back through the courts. Her story has struck a nerve across Ghana, where patients are asking a fundamental question: How safe are our most intimate moments in medical care? Amoakowaa’s lawsuit against Peace and Love Hospital isn’t just about one woman’s experienceโ€”it’s about every patient who has ever trusted a…

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Ghana Set to Legalize Okada: New Road Regulations Act Heads to Parliament Ghana is on the verge of a transportation revolution as authorities prepare to legalize the commercial use of motorcycles, commonly known as Okada. This landmark decision promises to transform the country’s transport landscape while creating thousands of jobs for young Ghanaians. NRSA Director General Announces Major Legislative Changes Abraham Amaliba, Director General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), made this groundbreaking announcement during an appearance on the Citi Breakfast Show on Monday, June 2, 2025. The revelation has sparked nationwide discussions about the future of urban transportation…

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Chairman Wontumi Withdraws Legal Challenge Against GHยข50 Million Bail Conditions In a significant legal development, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi and Regional Chairman of Ghana’s New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti Region, has made the strategic decision to withdraw his legal challenge against the Economic and Organised Crime Office’s (EOCO) bail conditions. Legal Challenge Withdrawn Hours Before Court Hearing The withdrawal came just one day before the scheduled court hearing, demonstrating the fluid nature of high-profile legal proceedings in Ghana’s judicial system. Wontumi’s legal team had initially filed the motion at the High Court in Accra…

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