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Fifty 50 Club to build child health center in Kyekyewere-Dadwen
The Fifty 50 Club plans to construct a children's weighing center at Kyekyewere-Dadwen Community-based Health Planning and Services compound. This Obuasi nonprofit organization will allocate GH₵70,000 to the project as part of its fifth anniversary celebrations. Jacob Edmund Acquah, the club president, stated that healthcare facility staff requested this addition during previous medical equipment donations. The completed center will offer growth monitoring services, vaccination programs, vitamin A supplements, and caregiver education about child development. Health officials believe this facility will enhance maternal and child health services throughout the electoral area. District Health Director Eric Attuahene endorsed the project...
Bono Minister urges chiefs in Wamfie to prevent disputes
Bono Regional Minister Joseph Addae Akwaboah addressed kingmakers at a durbar held at Wamfie Presby School Park. The minister urged traditional authorities to follow proper protocols when installing chiefs to prevent disputes that harm peace and development. His first official visit to Dormaa East District aimed to evaluate development projects and engage with local stakeholders. Community leaders received praise for maintaining unity within their jurisdictions. Regional stability remains essential for economic growth and infrastructure advancement. Youth health concerns dominated part of the minister's address as HIV/AIDS and teenage pregnancy rates continue rising. Parents and community leaders must provide better guidance and...
Bechem marks Sanitation Day with a cleanup and community callout
Hundreds of residents participated when the Tano South Municipal Assembly observed National Sanitation Day in Bechem. The event followed the theme "A Clean Environment, Our Responsibility" under the government's Clean Up Ghana Agenda. Member of Parliament Charles Asiedu and Municipal Chief Executive Emmanuel Kwame Frimpong led the exercise alongside traditional leaders and various organizations. Community members swept streets, cleared gutters, and completed other cleaning tasks throughout the municipality. Municipal Chief Executive Frimpong praised residents for their strong participation and emphasized ongoing education about pollution dangers. The Member of Parliament commended President Mahama's sanitation commitment and announced...
KAIPTC wraps Accra Initiative project with UNDP, Japan in Accra
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre has completed an 18-month initiative focused on counter-terrorism efforts across West Africa and the Sahel region. Japan's government provided financial backing for this collaborative effort between KAIPTC and the United Nations Development Programme. The project strengthened cooperation among seven Accra Initiative member nations and Nigeria as an observer state. Security forces and civilian organizations participated in training programs designed to combat violent extremism. Officials concluded the program during a final steering committee gathering held in Accra. Project activities spanned multiple countries through research missions, educational workshops, and high-level...
NDC's Alhaji Wahab arrested in Koforidua over threat video
Police authorities from the Eastern South Regional Command detained Alhaji Abdul Wahab, who serves as the Abuakwa North Communications Officer for the National Democratic Congress. Officers apprehended him in Koforidua over a viral video that allegedly contained death threats against three prominent political leaders. The targets of these supposed threats were Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, and Henry Nana Boakye from opposing political parties. Authorities released Wahab on bail after cautioning him about the serious nature of the allegations. He must appear at the Regional Police Headquarters in Kyebi on Monday to continue assisting with the ongoing investigation. The arrest follows events that occurred during the...
Haruna Iddrisu says GH¢1b set for schools in 2026 budget
Ghana's government will allocate one billion cedis from the Ghana Education Trust Fund to expand educational infrastructure and eliminate the double-track system. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced this initiative during his visit to Zebilla Senior High Technical School in the Upper East Region. The funding forms part of President Mahama's Reset Agenda aimed at improving educational quality nationwide. Finance Minister received presidential instructions to incorporate these expenditures into the 2026 budget. Minister Iddrisu acknowledged widespread deterioration of school facilities that hampers effective learning. During his regional tour, the Minister also inspected Bolgatanga Technical Institute and interacted with students...
Zita takes over as BBNaija Head of House for week 8 from Koyin
Zita claimed the Head of House position during week eight of Big Brother Naija after defeating interim leader Koyin. The competition occurred on Monday following Sunday's live eviction episode through a challenger format that Big Brother introduced this season. Zita competed against Koyin, Faith, Kola, Bright Morgan, and Thelma Lawson to secure victory. Her triumph grants automatic protection from elimination this week, along with exclusive Head of House lounge access. The new leader gains authority over household decisions and influences key choices among remaining contestants. Traditional privileges accompany Zita's leadership role within the reality television competition. She selected Kola as her companion to share lounge benefits...
Hilda Baci gets a Guinness World Record for the biggest jollof rice serving
Guinness World Records officially recognized Hilda Baci for creating the largest Nigerian-style jollof rice serving. The celebrity chef achieved this feat by preparing 8,780 kilograms of the traditional dish. Her accomplishment took place during the Gino World Jollof Festival at Eko Hotels and Suites on Victoria Island. The September 12, 2025, event attracted thousands of participants and generated substantial social media attention. Celebrity supporters attended the festival to witness this record attempt. Baci previously earned international recognition in 2023 for setting the record for the longest cooking marathon. The Lagos celebration featured prominent personalities, including Funke Akindele, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Tomike Adeoye...
Naira Marley urges youths to quit sports betting in Nigeria
Nigerian musician Azeez Fashola, professionally known as Naira Marley, cautioned young people against getting heavily involved in sports wagering activities. The artist emphasized that betting does not constitute legitimate employment or a sustainable source of income. He urged Nigerian youth to cease spending money on sports gambling through his social media platform. The performer emphasized the financial risks associated with frequent betting behavior. His message highlighted concerns about gambling addiction among young Nigerians. Current statistics reveal Nigeria leads African nations in sports betting participation rates. Business Insider Africa research indicates 168.7 million active participants engage in wagering across the...
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