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A member of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and also a member of Parliament for Atwima Nwabiagya North, Hon Frank Yeboah has questioned the National Insurance Commission (NIC) over the alarmingly low insurance penetration rate in the country. The query was raised during a PAC public hearing on the 2025 …

The Ashanti Regional branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has organised a capacity-building workshop for constituency secretaries and their deputies to strengthen their knowledge of the party’s internal structures and enhance their preparedness for the 2028 general elections. The workshop, held at the Longford Event Center at Odeneho Kwadaso …

Four people have reportedly sustained critical injuries following a road accident involving a tipper truck and a Toyota Hiace commercial minibus at the traffic lights near the entrance of the University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (USTED) at Tanoso in the Ashanti Region. The incident is said to have …

Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has stated that other musicians do not need a formal invitation to appear on his annual Rapperholic concert, suggesting that the event provides an open platform for artistes to share the stage with him. He made the remarks during an interview with King Eben on Lawson TV’s …

Aspiring Ashanti Regional Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Osei Richmond, has picked number four on the ballot paper during the party’s regional vetting process, assuring party members of an inclusive leadership approach if elected. Mr. Richmond, who is contesting for the Ashanti Regional Organiser position, has appealed to …

An Aspiring Ashanti Regional Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Osei Richmond, has picked number four on the ballot paper as the party prepares to elect new regional executives to steer its affairs in the Ashanti Region. Mr. Richmond picked the number during the vetting and balloting process for …

52 best BECE students receive full SHS support as North Gonja records over 400 passes The Member of Parliament for Daboya/Mankarigu Constituency, Hon. Mahama Shaibu Obei, has reaffirmed his commitment to improving educational standards in the North Gonja District of the Savannah Region. This was at the second edition of …

An aspiring Ashanti Regional Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Emmanuel Reagan Fynn, says the party needs dedicated and committed individuals who can help it retain power in the 2028 general elections. He made the remarks when he submitted his nomination form at the NDC Ashanti Regional Office, where …

The Senior Campaign Advisor to Boakye Agyarko’s campaign, Hon. Joseph Osei Owusu, popularly known as Joe Wise, says the campaign team has set a target of securing 60 percent of the votes in the upcoming NPP National Elections. According to him, the team is confident in Mr. Agyarko’s ability to …

Former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament and former Member of Parliament for Bekwai Constituency, Joseph Osei-Owusu, popularly known as Joe Wise, has described Boakye Kyerematen Agyarko as the only person capable of restoring calm and unity to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in times of chaos. According to Joe Wise, …

Crystal Rose Ambassador Hotel, Ahodwo, Kumasi, has received the prestigious Tourism and Hospitality Investment Growth Excellence Award 2026 at the 2026 Ashanti Regional Tourism Awards, in recognition of its significant investment and contribution to the growth of Ghana’s tourism and hospitality industry. The award was presented to Madam Rose Hamilton, …

  The 2026 Damongo Damba Festival has climaxed with a call on the people of Gonjaland to preserve their cultural heritage, promote unity and protect children from abuse, exploitation and harmful practices. The three-day festival, held under the theme “Preserving Our Heritage, Uniting Our People, Driving Sustainable Development,” brought together …

The Gonjaland Youth Association (GLYA) has called for a full, transparent and impartial investigation into the deaths of Mr. Seidu Abu, a teacher, and General Constable Redeemer Owusu of the Ghana Police Service following disturbances at Gindabour in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District of the Savannah Region. President of GLYA, Mr. Al-Hassan …

  The Bii-Kunuto Educational Fund has disbursed GH¢200,000 to support 105 needy but brilliant students from Gonjaland as part of its educational assistance programme for 2026. The brief disbursement ceremony was held at the Jakpa Palace on Friday, September 18, 2026, bringing together beneficiaries, representatives of the Fund and traditional …

The Mankpanwura, Jakpa Achor Ade Borenyi I, has announced a special scholarship package for sons and daughters of the Mankpan Traditional Area who wish to pursue programmes in Medicine, Aviation/Pilot Training and Oil and Gas-related fields. He made the announcement when he delivered his address at the Mankpan Damba 2026 …

The Gonjaland Youth Association (GLYA) has been adjudged Tourism Group/Association of the Year 2026 for its outstanding contribution to the promotion of tourism, culture, peace and sustainable development in Gonjaland and the Savannah Region. The award was presented to the Association on September 11, 2026, at a colourful ceremony held …

Chief of Staff, Hon. Dr. Julius Debrah, has fulfilled his pledge of GH¢200,000 to the Bii-Kunuto Educational Fund to support educational initiatives for brilliant but needy students in Gonjaland. The pledge was made during the recent Yagbon Damba Festival, where Hon. Dr. Julius Debrah served as the Special Guest of …

Starplus TV has recorded a remarkable success at the Jupiter Media Achievers Awards 2026, winning multiple prestigious awards, including Best TV Station of the Year. The station’s achievement was further highlighted by individual and programme awards, with Akosua Boatemaah emerging as Best TV Morning Show Host of the Year, while …

The Shamor Movement for Change Foundation has been officially launched at Kokote in the Offinso South Municipality of the Ashanti Region, with a commitment to promoting development and supporting vulnerable and needy people in society. The foundation, which seeks to contribute to the socio-economic development of communities and improve the …

The Gomoa Fete Traditional Council has honoured Dr. Apostle Nana Adu Gyamfi Kumanin Barima Kese, popularly known as Nana Shamor, Nyankyerenease Nkosuohene for his contributions to development and service to society. The honour was conferred on Nana Shamor during the inauguration ceremony of the Shamor Movement for Change at Offinso …