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  Atwima Behenase, Ashanti Region — April 27, 2026 The Queenmother of Atwima Behenase, Oheneyere Abena Komaa Dipah, has made a passionate appeal to government to urgently repair the community’s collapsed bridge linking *Behenase to Boko and Twedie*, and restore basic amenities to improve safety and livelihoods. Speaking to journalists during a Traditional Council meeting, Oheneyere Dipah said the collapsed …

1,000MW Knocked Off Grid After Akosombo Substation Explosion; Energy Minister Says Restoration Underway Akosombo, April 26, 2026_ — The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition says efforts have been intensified to restore power following an explosion and fire outbreak at the Ghana Grid Company’s (GRIDCo) Akosombo Substation, which has taken about *1,000 megawatts* of electricity supply off the national grid. …

  Renowned road contractor Mr. Kofi Gyebi Job and his wife, Dr. Mrs. Esther Okyere Gyebi, are renovating a three-classroom block at the Atwima Koforidua cluster of schools in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District.   The renovation, being undertaken by the philanthropic couple through the Kofi Job Foundation, is to honor the memory of the late Mr. Teddy Moses Okyere, …

  Accra, April 26, 2026 The directive was confirmed by Ministry sources on Saturday, as Ghanaians continue to grapple with erratic power supply nationwide, popularly referred to as dumsor.   The fire at the Akosombo facility, which is managed by the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), occurred on 23 April 2026. The cause of the fire and the extent of damage …

      Accra — April 26, 2026 The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has sought to ease tensions following the recent controversy involving the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr. Mavis Awusi, stating that the situation has instead increased his and the church’s visibility.   Apostle Nyamekye made the remarks during a visit …

  Nyankyereniase / Offinso — April 26, 2026 Apostle Dr. Nana Adu Gyamfi Kumanin Barimah Kesse,CEO of Shamor Herbal Center,General Overseer of Shamor International Church and _Nkosuohene_ of Nyankyereniase, has been awarded an honorary Doctorate of Divinity. The honour was conferred by *EACD-USA / Petrus Fidie Seminary* and *AMOQ Bible College* in recognition of his contributions to the Kingdom of …

0 Nwiso, Birim North — April 25, 2026 Residents of Nwiso in the Birim North District of the Eastern Region are living in fear following a violent attack by a group of armed men, with locals alleging links to foreign nationals. Eyewitnesses say the attackers, some reportedly in military-style clothing, stormed the community, burning several motorbikes, destroying property, and briefly …

Accra — April 24, 2026 The Office of the National Treasurer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr Charles Dwamena has confirmed that the convoy of the National Treasurer was involved in an accident around Buipe Township on Friday.   The incident occurred while the National Treasurer was travelling from Tamale to Kintampo as part of a working visit.   According …

LEADERSHIP THAT COMMUNICATES, EMPOWERS, AND DELIVERS Effective leaders are defined by integrity, self-awareness, and high emotional intelligence. They inspire, empower, and communicate a clear vision. They are adaptable, courageous, and resilient — taking accountability while building a collaborative, supportive team.   Philip Kwadwo Amoah, popularly known as _King Kwadwo Abubada_, embodies these qualities.   He has the leadership to make …

  Accra — April 24, 2026 The Ghana Gold Board has engaged the leadership of the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners and the Concerned Small-Scale Miners Association of Ghana to deliberate on critical issues affecting the gold production value chain. During the meeting, GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, Esq., highlighted concerns about purity losses within the gold value …

Bekwai, Ashanti Region — April 22, 2026 The Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Hon. Ralph Opoku-Adusei, has commissioned the refurbished Queen Elizabeth II Day Nursery School, marking a significant milestone in efforts to improve early childhood education in the municipality. The renovation and retooling project, which cost thousands of cedis, was fully financed by the MP as part of his …

Amakom, Kumasi — April 23, 2026 The Ashanti Regional Director of the National Service Authority, Mr. Emmanuel Fyne Hagan, has returned to his alma mater, St. Paul R/C Basic School at Amakom, Kumasi, to present mathematical sets to final-year students preparing for the BECE slated for May 4, 2026. Mr. Hagan marked his birthday with the donation and used the …

Dormaa, Bono Region — April 23, 2026 The Bono Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Addae Akwaboa, has accused the previous NPP government of hindering local development through delays and shortfalls in the District Assemblies Common Fund.   He said some Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives nearly resigned from their posts under former President Nana Akufo-Addo due to persistent delays in …

Kokofu Abuoso, Bekwai Municipality — April 23, 2026 The Chief of Kokofu Abuoso in the Bekwai Municipality, Nana Amankwah Otuo Amponsem II, has appealed to students in his traditional area to take education seriously, stressing that it remains the most reliable path to success and personal development. Speaking at a traditional council meeting, Nana Amankwah Otuo Amponsem II told Atinka …

  Boakye-Krom, Kwahu Afram Plains South — April 21, 2026 Contact….. Police in the Kwahu Afram Plains South District are investigating the death of a 28-year-old agricultural extension officer at Boakye-Krom.   The incident reportedly occurred on Monday, April 20, 2026, at about 4:00 p.m. in the farming community located along the highway.   Nana Kwasi Owusu I, the Odikro …