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August 15, 2025August 14, 2025

Two Officers Injured as Mob Attacks Anti-Galamsey Task Force in Bonteso

Two police officers were injured and four individuals — including a local assemblyman — were arrested following a violent clash between illegal miners and members of the Special Anti-Galamsey Task Force on Tuesday, August 13, in Bonteso, Amansie South District of

August 15, 2025August 14, 2025

U/W Minister Proposes Night Curfew for Minors to Curb Rising Drug Abuse

The Upper West Regional Minister, Charles Lwanga Puozuing, has proposed the imposition of a night curfew for minors under 18 as part of a broader strategy to combat the growing drug abuse crisis among youth in the region. Speaking during a

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

State Funeral: Stan Dogbe Urges Journalists to Maintain Decorum

Deputy Chief of Staff, Stanislav Xoese Dogbe, has appealed to journalists and accredited guests to uphold decorum during the state funeral for the eight victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, August 14,

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

Government Announces State Funeral Plans for Helicopter Crash Victims

The government has announced official arrangements for the state funeral of the victims of the tragic helicopter crash that occurred on August 6 in Adansi Akrufuom. The funeral will take place on Friday, August 15, 2025, and will be a full

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

Ashigbey Urges Mahama to Dismiss Local Officials in Galamsey Hotspots

Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, Convenor of the Anti-Galamsey Coalition, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to immediately remove from office all Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) and Police Commanders in areas where illegal mining—commonly known as galamsey—continues to thrive. Dr.

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

Miracles Aboagye Calls for Institutionalised Support for Families of Helicopter Crash Victims

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, aide to former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is advocating for the establishment of a formal, long-term support system for the families of those who perished in the August 6 military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region. Aboagye

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

Work Honestly to Earn Honestly – Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim Urges on AP Radio 105.7

AP Radio, August 2025 – Renowned preacher Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim has urged the public to stop attributing every death to God and to reject the belief that divine blessings are difficult to attain. Speaking on AP Radio’s The Ability to

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

Nearly 600 Killed in Nigeria Airstrikes Over Eight Months, Military Says

The Nigerian Air Force has reported killing 592 armed militia members in Borno State over the past eight months, as part of an intensified air campaign against insurgent groups in the northeast region. Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar,

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Private School Fees Reflect Market Realities, Not Exploitation – EduWatch

The Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, has defended the fees charged by private schools, arguing they reflect current market conditions rather than an intent to exploit parents. His comments come amid increasing concerns from parents over rising fees

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Man Jailed 10 Years for Impregnating Daughter

A 58-year-old mason, Joshua Bledi, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Kwabenya Circuit Court after pleading guilty to impregnating his 17-year-old daughter. According to Chief Inspector Gershon Togbe Achondo, the prosecutor, the victim is a hairdresser apprentice