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ANGRY ATWIMA CHIEFS STORM STREETS OVER FAILED ROAD PROJECT Traditional Leaders Accuse Asabea Constructions of Eight Years of Neglect and Demand Immediate Government Intervention A wave of anger swept through the Atwima Traditional Council in the Ashanti Region as chiefs and elders staged a massive protest against Asabea Constructions, the company responsible for a major road project connecting communities across the Kwadaso and Atwima Kwanwoma districts. The chiefs, draped in traditional cloth and holding placards, accused the contractor of “gross negligence and poor performance,” alleging that despite being awarded the contract eight years ago, there has been no meaningful progress…

Hon. Muntaka Mubarak Launches Phase II of Free Eyecare & Breast Cancer Screening in Greater Kumasi The Member of Parliament for Asawase, Hon. Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has launched the second phase of his Annual Free Eyecare and Breast Cancer Screening Exercise, extending the life-saving health outreach beyond Asawase to cover parts of the Greater Kumasi enclave. This year’s edition, scheduled from Tuesday, October 28 to Friday, November 14, 2025, will reach 15 communities across 10 constituencies, offering free medical screening and NHIS renewals to thousands of residents. The initiative follows a highly successful first phase, during which over 4,000 residents…

Haruna Iddrisu’s Language Revolution Wins Kwanwoma Chief’s Heart By: Justice Baffour// www.dailywatchgh.com Kwanwoma, Ashanti Region,In a rousing endorsement, the Chief of Kwanwoma, Nana Amponsah Kwaa IV, has hailed the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, for what he describes as a historic and culture-saving decision,making the use of Ghanaian local languages compulsory in all schools nationwide. The outspoken traditional leader, known for his consistent advocacy for indigenous language instruction, said the directive marks the fulfillment of a lifelong dream to see Ghana’s classrooms reflect the nation’s true cultural identity. “This is what I have always fought for! It’s a dream…

Suame Municipality Launches Inter-Community U-17 Soccer Tournament to Promote Peace and Unity Source:Justice BAFFOUR//managing editor,www.dailywatchgh.com(0246930931) Suame, Ashanti Region-Thursday, October 16, 2025 The Suame Municipality has officially launched the Inter-Community Under-17 Soccer Competition, a major step toward promoting peace, unity, and youth development through sports. The well-attended event brought together football coaches, the Suame Municipal Police Command, and several community stakeholders, all showing strong support for the initiative. Speaking at the launch, Hon. Frank Owusu Ansah, the Municipal Chief Executive, said the competition is not just about football but also about fostering love, discipline, and togetherness among the youth. He urged…

NPP’s Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu Applauds Mahama’s Economic Management: “Inflation Down, Cedi Stable-They’re on the Right Track Former Minority Leader hails NDC government’s impressive economic turnaround In a rare show of bipartisan praise, former Minority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has commended President John Dramani Mahama’s administration for what he described as “impressive and encouraging” economic management over the past nine months. Speaking on Lawson TV, the veteran New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker acknowledged that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government has made notable progress in stabilising Ghana’s economy. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu pointed to key improvements, including a reduction in inflation, a stronger cedi, and effective…

Kumawu Blaze Destroys Family Home as Residents Decry Absence of Fire Tender Source:www.dailywatchgh.com Credit:IK,ISD-SEKYERE KUMAWU DISTRICT Tragedy strikes Kumawu as another community suffers from inadequate resources: Kumawu, Ashanti Regiin,A raging fire has gutted a family house in Kumawu, leaving its occupants homeless and their belongings completely destroyed. Eyewitnesses recount that the incident began after loud cries for help drew the attention of neighbors, who rushed to find the house engulfed in thick smoke and flames. Despite desperate efforts by residents to fight the blaze, it quickly grew beyond control, forcing them to call the Ghana National Fire Service for assistance.…

Atwima Nwabiagya MCE Leads Grading Works to Protect Abuakwa School Park from Erosion Source:Justice BAFFOUR//www.dailywatchgh.com(0246-930931) As part of efforts to curb erosion and promote sports development, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Atwima Nwabiagya, Hon. Wisdom Osei Boama, has led a team to commence grading works at the Abuakwa Tweneboah Kodua School Park. The initiative aims to prevent erosion from destroying the park and to prepare the ground for full turfing with grass. Once completed, the park will be transformed into a standard playing field suitable for football and other recreational activities for the youth in the area. According to…

Justice For Maadwoa :Kumasi Police Inspector Jailed for Life Over Murder of Girlfriend In a landmark judgment that concludes nearly three years of legal proceedings, the Kumasi High Court has sentenced Police Inspector Ahmed Twumasi, popularly known as “Tycoon,” to life imprisonment for the murder of his girlfriend, Victoria Dapaah, affectionately called Maadwoa. The verdict, delivered on Friday, October 24, 2025, was pronounced by Justice Rosemarie Baah-Tosu, following a 5–2 jury decision that found the SWAT officer guilty of murder. The case, which gripped national attention, reignited debates over gun violence and police accountability in Ghana. The courtroom was filled…

DCE Sadick Abubakar “Power” Rallies Support for Mahama, Assures Ghanaians of NDC’s Commitment Source: Justice Baffour//www.dailywatchgh.com(0246-930931) The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ahafo Ano South West, Hon. Sadick Abubakar, affectionately called “Power”, has called on Ghanaians, especially residents and supporters within his constituency, to maintain confidence in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its flagbearer, Former President John Dramani Mahama, as the party works to “reset Ghana” for national progress. Speaking at the official launch of the women’s group, Original Powerful Ladies, at Mankranso on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Hon. Abubakar assured the gathering that the NDC is poised to…

Stop Chasing Galamsey Wealth-Invest in Education, Omanhemaa Urges Ghanaians Source: JUSTICE BAFFOUR//www.dailywatchgh.com The Paramount Queen Mother (Ohemaa) of Manso Dadease, Obaa Hemaa Akosua Asantewaa, under the Manso Nkwanta Traditional Council, has called on Ghanaians to prioritize education over illegal mining (galamsey) and quick wealth, stressing that national development requires a collective effort from all citizens. Speaking at the official launch of the Tontokrom Bonsaaso Old Students Association in the Amansie South District of the Ashanti Region, the Ohemaa highlighted that education remains the foundation of sustainable development and must not be neglected. “The time has come for us to value…