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Police Raid Brothel at Manso Watreso; Nigerian Suspect Arrested, Others on the Run The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has intensified its crackdown on criminal activities following a successful raid on a suspected brothel at Manso Watreso in the Ashanti Region. According to an official press release dated April 20, 2026, the operation was carried out on April 19 by the Manso Nkwanta Police, acting on credible intelligence regarding illicit activities at the facility. The police arrested a 28-year-old Nigerian woman identified as Esther Egbuhama, who is believed to be the owner and operator of the brothel,…

Peace Prevails at Trede Mpatasie: Residents, Royals Back Traditional Authorities Against False Stool Claims Source:Justice Baffour-managing editor, www dailywatchgh.coom/0246930931 The traditional leadership of Trede Mpatasie in the Atwima area has firmly debunked circulating reports suggesting that a revered black stool has gone missing, describing such claims as false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to disturb the peace of the community. Speaking on behalf of Nana Asante Krobea Amoaben, the Atwima Trede Mpatasiehene, and the entire traditional council, Chief Linguist of Mpatasie, Kyeame Osei Kwame, emphasized that there has been no such incident in recent…

NDC Chairman Accuses District Police Commander of Extorting Up to GHC 300,000 from Galamsey Operators. By:Hon Justice Baffour-managing editor www DAILYWATCHGH.com/0246930931 The Constituency Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Wassa Amenfi East, Nana Kofi Atokyi, has leveled serious allegations against the District Police Commander, accusing him of extorting large sums of money from illegal miners, commonly referred to as galamsey operators. According to Nana Kofi Atokyi, the police commander has allegedly collected amounts ranging between GHC 200,000 and GHC 300,000 from individuals engaged in illegal mining activities within the district. He claims that these payments were…

KONKORI CHIEF DECLARES WAR ON FILTH, PUSHES HEALTHCARE TO DOORSTEPS By:Justice Baffour-managing editor/www.dailywatchgh.com(0246-930931) As part of activities marking a decade of traditional leadership, the Chief of Konkori in the Atwima Kwanwoma District, Nana Addai Nimako II, has rallied his people to unite in the fight against filth and promote environmental cleanliness across the community and its surrounding areas. The anniversary celebration, which highlights ten years since his enstoolment, was commemorated with a massive clean-up exercise organized by the Konkori Traditional Authorities. The exercise brought together residents from all walks of life, including youth groups, opinion leaders,…

Ashanti Regional Minister Storms Atwima Kwanwoma, Assesses Key Development Projects By Justice Baffour/ www.dailywatchgh.com The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has paid an unannounced working visit to the Atwima Kwanwoma District Assembly, engaging staff and community leaders while inspecting a number of ongoing development projects funded through the District Assemblies Common Fund for 2026. The visit, described by many as timely and impactful, saw the Minister tour several critical infrastructure projects across the district. Among the projects inspected were a 3-unit classroom block at New Adwampong, a 6-unit classroom block at Afasiebon D/A Basic…

BEAUTIFUL WATER RESOURCE EMERGES AT ATWIMA KWANWOMA AS REGIONAL MINISTER INSPECTS ARTIFICIAL DAMS By:Justice Baffour-managing editor,www.dailywatchgh.com/0246930931 The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has inspected a series of five artificial dams at Atwima Kwanwoma, including Dufie Resort near Atwima Yabi, describing the initiative as a significant step toward boosting local economic development and tourism. The dams, which are currently supporting fish farming activities, have become a vital resource for communities in the district, offering both livelihood opportunities and environmental benefits. During the inspection, the Minister noted that there are ongoing plans to transform the area into a major…

AI PORT VALUATION SPARKS OUTRAGE IN KUMASI: SPARE PARTS DEALERS THREATEN 70% PRICE HIKE By:Hon Justice Baffour-managing editor www.dailywatchgh.com(0246930931) Spare parts dealers in Kumasi, led by the Ashanti Regional leadership of the Ghana Spare Parts Dealers Association, have fiercely resisted the introduction of an Artificial Intelligence-powered valuation system at the country’s ports, warning it could cripple their businesses and trigger a sharp rise in prices. At a charged press conference dominated by chants and visible frustration, the traders unanimously rejected the system and called on government to immediately abolish it. Addressing the…

NDC Initiatives Will Collapse NPP in Ashanti Region-Majid Governor Warns By:Sampene George, Ashanti region The District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) Coordinator for Adansi Asokwa District, Majid Governor, has warned that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) risks losing its dominance in the Ashanti Region due to what he describes as impactful development initiatives under the administration of John Dramani Mahama. According to him, Ghana is now on a stable path under the NDC government, with economic conditions showing signs of improvement. He noted that prices are no longer escalating as experienced under the previous administration, adding that government policies…

KWADASO CHIEFTAINCY SHOCKER:Bantama Hene Destools Odikro Over Alleged Misconduct,Land Deals By:Hon Justice Baffour-managing editor/www.daiilywatctgh.com/0246930031 A dramatic turn of events has unfolded in the Kwadaso traditional area following the destoolment of the Odikro, Nana Asare Bediako II, by the Bantama Traditional Authority over allegations of misconduct and abuse of power. The decisive action, carried out on Monday evening, April 13, 2026, at the Kwadaso Palace, was sanctioned by the Bantama Hene, Baffour Owusu Amankwatia VI, and executed by his representative, Nana Kofi Owusu, the Bantama Gyasehene, in accordance with long-standing customary practices. The ceremony, steeped in…

AMANSIE CENTRAL IN FOCUS:DCE TOUTS DEVELOPMENT GAINS AS CHIEF DECRIES ABANDONED PROJECTS;NDC CHAIRMAN PLEDGES MORE SUPPORT By:Justice Baffour | Managing Editor www.dailywatchgh.com/0246930931 The District Chief Executive for Amansie Central District, Hon. Emmanuel Obeng Agyemang, popularly known as Pedro, has outlined a number of development projects undertaken within one year under the administration of President John Dramani Mahama.His remarks were made during the “Thank You Tour” spearheaded by the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Hon. Agyemang highlighted key interventions aimed at improving the living standards of residents across the district. He cited the construction…