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Atwima Kwanwoma: Assembly Raises Alarm Over Land-Related Violence at Atwima Twedie; Appeals to Asantehene for Urgent Intervention Atwima Twedie, Ashanti Region-The General Assembly of Atwima Kwanwoma District has raised serious concerns over a surge in land-related violence allegedly orchestrated by some local chiefs within the district. At a heated meeting held on Monday, 30th June at the Assembly hall, Atwima Twedie, aggrieved Assembly members condemned what they described as a growing trend of intimidation and brutality being carried out by armed groups,locally known as machomen or targs,believed to be acting under the direction of certain traditional leaders (chiefs and Adikro).…

NPP Disassociates Itself from Abronye DC’s Comments Against Archbishop Duncan-Williams on Ohia TV The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially distanced itself from comments made by its Bono Regional Chairman,Mr Kwame Baffoe also known as Abronye DC, against Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams. The remarks, which were made during a broadcast on Ohia TV, have sparked public backlash, prompting the party to clarify that Abronye DC’s views do not reflect the official position of the NPP. In a statement, the party emphasized its respect for religious leaders across the country and reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining decorum in public discourse. The…

Atwima Kwanwoma DCE, Grace Agyemang Asamoah, Vows to Run Effective Administration for District Development Twedie, June 30, 2025- The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atwima Kwanwoma in the Ashanti Region, Honourable Grace Agyemang Asamoah, has reaffirmed her commitment to leading a results-driven and inclusive administration aimed at accelerating development across the district. Speaking during the first ordinary meeting of the fifth Assembly held at the Assembly Hall in Twedie, Hon. Asamoah outlined her administration’s priorities, emphasizing effective governance, economic growth, social development, and environmental sustainability. “As a leader in development, I believe that effective administration is the foundation for meaningful…

ATWIMA KWANWOMA DISTRICT (AKM) INVITES GENERAL PUBLIC TO NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING AS THE PRESIDENT OF GHANA,His Excellency John Dramani Mahama Declared every first day of July a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving under the theme Reflect, Reset and Renew For National Prosperity,the Atwima Kwanwoma district Assembly humbly wish to you all to participate the maiden edition of an important event. The national day of Prayer and Thanksgiving service across the nation in all District and Municipal Assemblies comes off on Tuesday 1st July,2025. You are expected to be part of this historic event despite your party…

Asanko Gold Mine Launches Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan at Manso Nkwanta: Asanko Gold Mine, a renowned mining company operating in Ghana, has officially launched a five-year Socio-Economic Development Plan (SEDP) at Manso Nkwanta in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region. The initiative, which forms part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, is aimed at addressing pressing issues and giving back to the local communities within its operational areas especially Amansie west and south districts. The SEDP is expected to enhance livelihoods, promote sustainable development, and improve the overall well-being of residents in the host communities.…

Three Prison Officers Missing From Nsawam Headquarters Nsawam — Three prison officers attached to the Nsawam Medium Security Prisons in the Eastern Region have been reported missing, raising serious concerns among colleagues and authorities. The missing officers — Lance Corporal Owusu Abena Elizabeth (No. 11889), Lance Corporal Tettey Narh (No. 12275), and Lance Corporal Tahiru Khadija (No. 13756) — have failed to report for duty for several months. “Lance Corporal Owusu Abena Elizabeth was detailed for the main shift at the prison hospital on December 2, 2022, but never showed up,” one senior officer disclosed. Lance Corporal Tettey Narh was…

MTN Ghana’s 2025 Y’ellocare program trains 12 Youths in mobile phone repairs at Nyinahin: MTN Ghana’s 2025 Y’ello Care program has indeed trained 12 youths in mobile phone repairs at Nyinahin, in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region. The training, part of the company’s 21-day corporate social responsibility initiative, aims to equip young people with practical skills for self-employment and long-term economic inclusion. The training covered various areas such as,repairing faults in phone’s integrated circuits,repairing cracked or damaged phone screens,Charging Fault Fixing,resolving network connectivity problems and also iCloud Bypass and SIM Unlocking. Upon completing a 3-week extensive training,…

NGO CONSTRUCTS A MECHANISED BOREHOLE FOR BISEC A United States-based non-governmental organisation, Atlantic Essential Development Incorporated has built a mechanised borehole for Bibiani Senior High Technical School. According to the Chief Executive Officer of the organization, who doubles as a member of the Latter Day Saints Church, Mr. Stephen Aboagye, the project was planned during an interaction with the school authorities at a camp meeting on the school’s premises. He further continued that the school management discussed the issue with him and he also took the matter up. Mr. Aboagye later consulted the Board of Directors of the organization who…

Breaking News:A 45 Year Old Man Beaten To Death At Manso Datano Police Station: According to reports, Mr. Yaw Badu, also known as Emuede-wu, a 45-year-old man died in police custody at the Manso Datano Police Station. He was arrested on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, following a misunderstanding between him and his tenant. His sister, Madam Becky, alleges that her brother was beaten by Manso Datano Police officers, which she claims to have witnessed with her own eyes. Mr. Badu was granted bail with a bond of GH¢ 1,500, but he died shortly after in Police custody. The family is…

Community Development A Shared Responsibility-Mr Yaw Agyapong: “Mr. Yaw Fobi Agyapong, a renowned America-based Ghanaian and native of Odumase Afrancho in the Atwima Kwanwoma district, emphasizes that the development of the country, particularly improving the education sector, is a shared responsibility. This mindset encourages collective ownership and action towards progress. Working together, individuals, communities, and governments can pool resources, expertise, and efforts to drive meaningful development and create positive change. According to Mr. Agyapong, the government alone cannot satisfy every Ghanaian’s needs. He stresses the importance of individuals taking an active role in contributing to their community’s development and fostering…