Author: HON JUSTICE BAFFOUR AWUAH 0246-930931

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…

MTN Ghana Powers Northern Innovation: GHS 9.7m Digital Hub Rises at UDS to Transform Youth Futures A new wave of digital empowerment is sweeping through northern Ghana as the MTN Ghana Foundation teams up with the University for Development Studies (UDS) to construct a state-of-the-art Student Resource Centre on the Tamale campus. The GHS 9.7 million initiative marks a bold commitment to bridge regional development gaps, ignite innovation, and equip young people with the skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. The project, set for completion within eight months, is expected to become a cornerstone for education and…

Parliament Is a New School for All,Speaker Bagbin As He Presents Constitution to Newly Sworn-In MPs Source: Justice Baffour//www.dailywatchgh.com Alidu Seidu and Bernard Bediako officially join Parliament after swearing-in ceremony in Accra The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has presented copies of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana to the newly sworn-in Members of Parliament, Hon. Alidu Seidu and Hon. Bernard Bediako. Speaking after administering the oath of office, Speaker Bagbin described Parliament as a “new school” where every member, regardless of experience, must continuously learn and grow in service to the nation. He reminded the two…

IMMEDIATE PAST ANGLICAN ARCHBISHOP WARNS MINISTERS AGAINST WORLDLY PURSUITS Most Rev. Dr. Daniel Yinkah Sarfo urges pastors to focus on salvation, not material wealth, during Obuasi induction service Source: www.dailywatchgh.com Credit: Augustine Appau Agyanuro The immediate past Archbishop of the Anglican Church, Most Rev. Dr. Daniel Yinkah Sarfo, has issued a stern warning to young and upcoming ministers of God to desist from chasing wealth, fame, and worldly pleasures, stressing that their divine calling is to preach salvation and lead souls to Christ. The Archbishop made this passionate appeal during the induction service of Rev. Emmanuel Amoako Okyere as the…

MYSTERY IN KUMASI: Police Probe Unnatural Death of Young Senegalese National The Ashanti Regional Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the mysterious death of a 20-year-old Senegalese national identified as Cheith Toure, whose body was found and deposited at the Ebenezer Mortuary at Tafo, Kumasi. According to a police statement signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Godwin Ahianyo, Head of the Public Affairs Unit, initial investigations revealed that the deceased was conveyed to the mortuary by a man identified only as Issah, who claimed to be Toure’s brother. Police sources indicate that on October 16, 2025, the…