The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially opened two new offices in Asamankese and Akwatia, marking a significant step in its ongoing commitment to decentralize operations and make essential services more accessible to citizens. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Chief Executive Officer of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey emphasized that the newly […]

Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has urged electorates in Akwatia to vote for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate, Lawyer Bernard Baidoo in Tuesday’s (September 2) by-election. The by-election was occasioned by the sudden death of the sitting MP, Ernest Kumi, leaving the seat vacant. With the stakes high […]

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, on Sunday, August 31, 2025 led the final rally of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Akwatia, delivering President John Dramani Mahama’s greetings and reaffirming his vision of jobs, digitalised farming, and better livelihoods. He urged the people to vote massively for the party’s candidate, 40-year-old lawyer Bernard Bediako […]

The Ministry of Health has announced a reduction in school fees for Nursing and Allied Health Training students by 50%. This new decision takes effect from the 2025/2026 academic year. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday, August 31, 2025 by Deputy Director and Spokesperson for the Health Ministry, Tony Goodman. The Ministry […]

The Accra Regional Police Command has initiated an investigation into violent incidents during the climax of the annual Homowo Festival at Anyaa and Sowutuom. The incident which occurred on Saturday, August 30, 2025 led to the death of three persons; Abubakar Ramadan Sarbah alias Nii Kwashiebu, Theophilus Nii Amu Kwadjan, and Joseph Shaibu Dodoo. A […]

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has offered a strong response to critics after guiding the Porcupine Warriors to a 1-0 win over Bibiani Gold Stars in the Champion of Champions clash at the Duns Park. The victory came as a huge relief for Kotoko, who had suffered a disastrous campaign in the GHALCA […]

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has claimed that the late New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi, died as a result of pressure and sleeplessness caused by a legal battle instigated by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC). Addressing chiefs and residents of Wenchi in the Bono Region, Dr. Bawumia […]

Asante Kotoko bounced back from their disappointing GHALCA Top Four campaign to claim the 2025 Champion of Champions title, edging out Bibiani GoldStars with a narrow but deserved 1-0 victory at the DUNS Park on Sunday. The Porcupine Warriors, who had failed to register a single point in the pre-season tournament, looked revitalized and determined […]

Akoma 87.9FM, subsidiary of Media General in Kumasi, has marked its 6th anniversary with thanksgiving service at Emmanuel Temple Assemblies Of God Church at Asafo YF. The milestone event brought together industry, stakeholders, sponsors, staff, and loyal listeners to reflect on the station’s journey and impact over the years. The General Manager of Akoma FM, […]

The Spiritual Science Society Africa has rejected a request from the traditional leadership of Nkotompo for an additional pacification fee of GHC38,500, describing the demand as unreasonable and unjustified. It would be recalled that the incident involving the group first attracted public attention a few days ago. Some members of the Spiritual Science Society were […]

Former Second National Vice Chair of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Sammy Crabbe has explained that the party’s challenges stems from its members and executives within the party. He said certain individuals have stained the party’s reputation leading to loss of trust and confidence from Ghanaians. “I think that our biggest problem is from within. […]

Former Second National Vice Chair of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Sammy Crabbe has said the current processes being instituted to restructure the party and unite its members will not succeed. The party appears to be suffering internal issues and structural challenges after the huge defeat in the 2024 elections. As part of the restructuring […]

The National Peace Council (NPC) has requested for an urgent meeting with the leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for a dialogue ahead of the upcoming by-election in Akwatia. In a letter dated August 30, 2025, the NPC, through its Executive Secretary Dr. George Amoh, requested a joint […]

The University of Memphis (UofM) has said Ghana has reduced its outstanding tuition debt for scholarship students from Ghana studying on campus. The over $3 million debt has been lowered with $1.35 million left to be paid. This development comes after recent two tranches of payment made by the Ghana government to the University. The […]

The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Emelia Arthur, has pledged to complete the long-abandoned Anomabo Fisheries College, which was initiated in 2013 but stalled for over a decade. Speaking at a ceremony in Accra on August 29, the Minister who also serves as the Member of Parliament for the Shama Constituency expressed her disappointment […]

President John Dramani Mahama has sent a government delegation to be led by the Interior Minister Muntaka Mohamed-Mubarak to meet the Yagbonwura and other key stakeholders in the Sawla-Bole area over the Gbeniyiri conflict. The meeting is part of peace-building efforts by the President to restore peace and calm in the area. President Mahama has […]