Author: HON JUSTICE BAFFOUR AWUAH 0246-930931

NPP Vetting Under Pressure:Karen Bortey Petitions Committee Over Alleged $30,000 Debt by Dr. China NPP-USA member demands independent probe into financial obligations,alleged misrepresentations and conduct of General Secretary aspirant By Michael Ofosu-Afriyie,Kumasi The vetting process for aspirants seeking national executive positions of the New Patriotic Party(NPP) has taken a dramatic turn following a formal petition filed by Karen Bortey,a member of the NPP-USA Branch,against General Secretary aspirant Dr. Charles Dwamena, popularly known as Dr. China. In a petition dated August 25,2026 and addressed to the Chairperson and members of the NPP National Vetting Committee,Ms. Bortey is calling for an impartial…

QURAN COMPETITION SCANDAL:NIGERIANS ‘BUYING’ GHANA SLOTS-TOP MUSLIM LEADER PETITIONS GOV’T,OTUMFUO Dr.Abdul-Razak alleges Ghanaian passports are being secured for Nigerians to represent Ghana at international Quran recitation competitions By:Justice Baffour Awuah/Managing Editor, DailyWatchGH.com-0244728550 A fresh controversy has emerged over Ghana’s representation at international Quran recitation competitions,with the National Deputy Chairman of the Quran Recitation Affairs Committee,Dr. Abdul-Razak Mohammed Issahak,alleging that some Nigerians are being brought from Nigeria and allegedly given Ghana’s slots to compete on behalf of the country. Dr. Abdul-Razak has consequently appealed to the government,the National Chief Imam and the Asantehene,Otumfuo Osei Tutu II,to investigate the alleged practice…

Journalists and CSOs Empowered with Critical AI and Data Security Skills At Training Organised By MTN MTN Ghana hosted an intensive training session on Monday, August 24, 2026, aimed at equipping journalists and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) with the skills needed to navigate the opportunities, risks, and data security challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Led by industry leaders including Samuel Adranyi (CEO, Afrilogic Solutions), Kwame Manu (Senior Manager, Digital Analytics and Monetisation), and Nehemia Yelu Affigah (CEO, HatuaTech), the workshop provided practical insights into leveraging AI for research, advocacy, and reporting while maintaining professional ethics. Data Strategy: Facilitators stressed a…

NPP Financial Dispute:Bankroller Accuses “Dr. China” of Unpaid $30,000 Campaign Debt A fresh financial dispute has emerged within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) following allegations by Los Angeles-based party supporter and financier Kareena that Dr.Charles Dwamena,popularly known as “Dr. China,” has failed to repay a $30,000 debt allegedly incurred during the party’s 2022 internal elections. By:Michael Ofosu Afriyie/DailyWatchGH.com Reporter According to Kareena,she provided financial assistance to Dr. Dwamena’s campaign during the internal elections after allegedly liquidating part of her retirement savings and securing a $30,000 personal loan. She claims the financial support was provided on the understanding that the money…

COKA URGES NPP MEDIA PRACTITIONERS TO END PREMATURE CAMPAIGNING,BACK NEW REGIONAL LEADERSHIP Ashanti NPP Chairman calls for unity,disciplined media engagement to make party stronger and more attractive Source:Justice Baffour Awuah/Managing Editor DailyWatchGH.com(0246-930931) The newly elected Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP),Odeneho Kwaku Appiah,popularly known as COKA,has appealed to media practitioners within the Ashanti Region to refrain from using their various media platforms to promote or protect individuals who may be nursing ambitions to contest future positions within the party. According to him,the recent regional executive elections are over and the focus of all party stakeholders,including media practitioners,should…

KWADASO:PROF.KINGSLEY NYARKO ENGAGES TRADERS IN NSIA ASARE ELECTORAL AREA Kwadaso MP interacts with traders on business challenges,community development and government policies The Member of Parliament for Kwadaso Constituency and former Deputy Minister for Education in charge of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET),Hon. Prof. Kingsley Nyarko,has engaged traders along the Papa Kwasi-Beposo stretch in the Nsia Asare Electoral Area as part of efforts to deepen his interaction with constituents. The engagement provided an opportunity for the MP to interact directly with traders,listen to their concerns and discuss issues affecting their businesses and livelihoods. Prof. Nyarko,who has consistently emphasised…

Village of Hope Orphanage Celebrates Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II for Transformative Leadership Traditional ruler honoured for community development,peace-building and support for vulnerable children Bibiani,Western Region-The Management of the Village of Hope Orphanage has honoured the President of the National House of Chiefs and Paramount Chief of the Anhwiaso Traditional Area,Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II,for his exceptional leadership,community development initiatives and commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable people. The colourful but solemn ceremony in Bibiani brought together traditional leaders,management and staff of the orphanage,beneficiaries and other stakeholders to celebrate the traditional ruler’s contribution to the development of the area and…

CHAIRMAN WONTUMI PICKS NOMINATION FORMS TO CONTINUE NPP NATIONAL CHAIRMANSHIP BID Wontumi Campaign Team signals renewed push as Ashanti Regional Chairman enters next phase of national chairmanship race By:Justice Baffour/Managing Editor,DailyWatchGH.com The campaign team of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP),Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has announced that he has successfully picked his nomination forms to continue his bid for the position of National Chairman of the party. The development marks another significant step in Chairman Wontumi’s campaign to lead the NPP at the national level,as he seeks to present his leadership…

EJISU SHTS OLD STUDENTS DONATE MODERN GATE AHEAD OF 35TH ANNIVERSARY Education Director urges alumni to remember and support their alma mater By;Hon Justice Baffour/Managing Editor,DailyWatchGH.com The Municipal Education Director for Ejisu,Mr. Kwabena Owusu,has called on old students of educational institutions to remember their alma mater and contribute towards its development. According to him,alumni support remains an important contribution to improving infrastructure and creating a conducive learning environment for students. Mr. Owusu made the call during the presentation of a modern gate to the Ejisu Senior High Technical School (Ejisu SHTS) by the 1993/1994 year group,as part…

PRINCE OFORI ATTA:‘I’M THE BRIDGE BETWEEN NDC AND THE MEDIA IN ASHANTI REGION’ NDC Ashanti Regional Deputy Secretary hopeful says his media background,political experience and strategic vision make him the obvious choice to strengthen the party’s relationship with journalists and boost its electoral fortunes By:Hon Justice Baffour/Managing Editor, DailyWatchGH.com-0246930931 Renowned Kumasi-based broadcast journalist and Ashanti Regional Deputy Secretary hopeful of the National Democratic Congress (NDC),Prince Ofori Atta,has positioned himself as the strategic link capable of rebuilding and strengthening the relationship between the governing party and media practitioners across the Ashanti Region. According to Mr. Ofori Atta,his extensive experience…