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Kumasi High School commemorates diamond jubilee

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Management of KUHIS, Old Students in a pose with Education Minister

Kumasi High School (KUHIS) has celebrated its 60th anniversary with a grand durbar last Saturday, climaxing yearlong activities since June 2023.

The celebration was under the theme: “60 Years of Holistic Education In A Safe Environment…What Next?”

The Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, who doubles as Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe constituency and an old student of KUHIS, noted that the accomplishment of KUHIS over the years is legendary, as the school, which used to produce Accounting students is now producing necessary human capital through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

According to him, research has shown that in the next 10 years, 85 million jobs will disappear and 96 million jobs will be created over the same period, and stressed that nations that do not recognise STEM will lose.

He said Ghana does not want to be one of such nations, hence the government’s investment in STEM to increase the number of graduates in areas of high demand.

He indicated that STEM is the new sanctuary of KUHIS and announced that the Ministry of Education is working with the management of KUHIS to introduce Engineering (Robotics) in the coming academic year and advised students to grow their mindset.

Prof. Kwame Adom-Frimpong, Chairman of the occasion, noted that KUHIS has embraced modern technology and teaching skills and advised students to strive for excellence and conform to the moral ethics of the school.

He also expressed appreciation to alumni who serve as an inspiration by making their mark nationally and internationally to raise the banner of the school.

Mr. Benjamin Tawiah Twum, Headmaster, KUHIS urged stakeholders to reflect on the remarkable achievements and enduring legacy of Kumasi High School, as it celebrates 60 years of holistic education in a safe school environment.

The headmaster paid glowing tribute to the unwavering support of visionary founders, headmasters, dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff, supportive parents and enthusiastic old students whose collective efforts have laid the foundation upon which the school stands today.

Among the dignitaries who graced the occasion were Nana Baffour Owusu Amankwantia VI, Bantamahene, Patricia Appiagyei, MP for Asokwa Constituency, Akwannuasah Gyimah, MCE of Asokwa Municipal Assembly, Nana Sarfo Tuogyan III, Otumfuo Hyiretufour Hene, Gyenyase, Mr. Joseph Kwabena Onyinah, Board Chairman of KUHIS and Rev. Peter Owusu Mensah, Chairman, Anniversary Planning Committee.

From Oswald Pius Freiku, Kumasi

Africa CDC, Africa Public Health Foundation Forge Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Health

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Africa CDC

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and Africa Public Health Foundation (APHF) have signed an agreement to support strengthening health systems in Africa Union Member States.

APHF was established to enable investments in public health activities that support Africa CDC’s goals and objectives across the continent.

Its main operational vectors include resource mobilisation, grants management, advocacy for improved policies, private sector engagement and contributing to the analysis of public health data.

H.E. Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General of Africa CDC, remarked, “Africa CDC’s strategic plan 2023-2027 is ambitious, aiming to achieve significant outcomes for the continent. The Africa Public Health Foundation is pivotal in facilitating resource mobilisation for Africa CDC, enhancing public health systems across African

Union Member States, and supporting the implementation of The New Public Health Order.”

APHF supports the Africa CDC New Public Health Order in its mission to build a healthier and more prosperous Africa.

Dr. Bernard Haufiku, APHF Governing Council Chair and Founder, states, “I am excited about this special day as we have been looking forward to this momentous occasion on which we sign the Agreement between APHF and Africa CDC. Our strategic partnership has benefited the continent through resource mobilisation to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ebola, Marburg, and Cholera outbreaks, and related interventions. I am grateful to Africa CDC for the support over the years since we started working in 2020 and the great work we have done together.”

The Agreement outlines the collaboration modalities between the two institutions, with the priority areas articulated in the Africa CDC strategy as a reference.

These include strengthening public health institutions and the workforce, expanding local manufacturing of vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutics, and building partnerships with critical stakeholders within the broader health ecosystem.

This Agreement consolidates the joint work that has yielded several achievements, taking it to the next level now that we have moved from the emergency response to address the challenges the continent still faces holistically and from a longer term- perspective.

Africa CDC

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is a continental autonomous public health agency of the African Union that supports member states in efforts to strengthen health systems and improve surveillance, emergency response, and prevention and control of diseases.

Africa Public Health Foundation

The Africa Public Health Foundation exists to forge partnerships and mobilise resources and investments for critical African public health initiatives in support of the Africa CDC and African Union’s New Public Health Order

Construction Equipment For MMDAs Arrive; Distribution starts soon

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Road construction equipment

Reliable information available to The Chronicle indicates that the road construction equipment that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia promised all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) have arrived in the country.

Our sources at the corridors of power say the equipment have been shipped to Ghana and movement from port started Wednesday, July 24, 2024.

At the time of filing this report in the afternoon of Thursday, July 25, 2024 The Chronicle had been informed that equipment for “50 districts have been assembled. They are being assembled here in Ghana,” our deep throat source said.

The Chronicle knocked on the doors of its contacts to verify the veracity of a video purporting to be the equipment enroute from the Tema port to Accra.

Our checks confirmed that, indeed the equipment was in. This paper could not readily get the total number that had arrived.

However, from an earlier answer, at least 50 have already arrived and have been assembled, awaiting commissioning, which our sources informed us will be done at the Independence Square, sometime next week.

“There will be a commissioning ceremony at the Independence Square, likely next week,” this paper was told.

The equipment include Excavators, Backhoe loaders, Wheel loaders, Motor graders, Skid-steer loaders, Compact rollers and Articulated Dump trucks.

ANNOUNCEMENT

On Tuesday, June 4, 2024 The Chronicle published that the Vice President, Dr. Bawumia, had announced the procurement of road construction equipment for all the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs).

The flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) on Monday, June 3, 2024 at a meeting with the Central Regional House of Chiefs, made the announcement.

He was in the region as part of his nationwide campaign tour, where he told Nananom that upon arrival, each of the 261 Districts of the country would have its own set of road construction equipment, including Graders and Tipper trucks.

According to Dr. Bawumia, the equipment is to aid road works in the various assemblies to ensure that all roads are motorable across all districts.

48 ENGINEERS REGIMENT

Dr. Bawumia indicated that the government will assign the 48 Engineers Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces to work with the Districts, with regard to the road construction.

Further, the government would provide the funds for fuel, sand and stones to aid in the construction of the roads in the various districts.

“The roads are key. But we are also bringing in a massive amount of road equipment for every district in the country. Every district will get a Grader, Roller, Pick-up truck, Tipper truck and Water tanker just to be able to make the road motorable across every district,” Dr. Bawumia said.

He continued that, “It is not next year; this month, June, the equipment will start arriving. The equipment is on the way and when it arrives, every District will have its own set of equipment. And we are assigning the 48 Engineers Regiment of the Army to come and work with the Districts so that construction can be done. And we will provide the resources for the fuel, stones, sand and with all of that, the work can progress.”

I am committed to supporting Bawumia to deepen bond with traditional authorities -Napo

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NPP Running Mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh shaking hands with Okuapehene, Oseadeayo Kwasi Akuffo II

The running mate to the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has vowed again to support his boss, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to forge a new partnership with traditional authorities for development.

He gave the assurance to help Dr. Bawumia to deepen the bond between the political class and traditional authority on Thursday, 25 July, 2024 during his visits to Okuapehene, Oseadeayo Kwasi Akuffo III, Okuapehemaa Nana Afua Nketiaa Obuo II and Omanhene of the New Juabeng traditional area, Nana Kwaku Boateng III.

Dr. Opoku Prempeh, said the new partnership for development vision of Dr. Bawumia is to ensure total inclusivity in the governance processes, and so he remains committed to the same.

“The UP tradition, the frontrunner for the present-day New Patriotic Party, was not the endeavour of a single ethnic group but a collective effort of Ghanaians from various backgrounds, and so we are always reminded of the foundational principles of inclusivity and unity,” he said.

Dr. Opoku Prempeh, a former Minister of Energy and key figure within the ruling NPP, has been actively engaging with chiefs and traditional leaders across the country, with the aim of solidifying grassroots support for the flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, as the party gears up for the 2024 presidential elections.

Okuapehemaa Nana Afua Nketiaa praying for Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh

OKUAPEHEMAA BLESSINGS

Okuapehemaa Nana Afua Nketiaa Obuo II asked God’s blessings for Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh and the NPP Campaign.

During a courtesy call on her by the NPP Vice-Presidential Candidate, Nana Afua Nketiaa prayed for the NPP campaign that God protects and guides the entire campaign team, ensuring that their heart desires are fulfilled.

Nana Afua Nketiaa recounted his strong relations with Apagyafie, where Dr. Prempeh hails from, and indicated the mother-son relations between her and Dr. Prempeh.

“Your grandfather, Nana Sir Agyeman Prempeh was a good man and a man of peace, and so I am not surprised that you are also a good man and a unifier. I pray that all your heart desires come to pass,” she remarked.

On his part, Dr. Prempeh made allusions to the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and histories that make the nation, Ghana.

“Our strength, I believe, lies in our unity, and our progress is rooted in the cordiality and peaceful coexistence among our diverse ethnic groups.”

Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, since becoming NPP running mate, has been embarking on these chieftaincy visits as part of efforts by the Bawumia campaign to forge an inclusive partnership with traditional authority, deepening the relationship between the political class and tradition.

Pretrial Inmate population reduces from 33% to 10.86%

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Afia Serwah Asare-Botwe, Court of Appeal Judge

Justice Afia Serwah Asare-Botwe, a distinguished Court of Appeal judge, has raised significant concerns over the prolonged delays in Ghana’s judicial system, attributing them partly to the country’s ambiguous definition of reasonable time in law.

Speaking at the Justice for All programme (JFAP) organised by the Judicial Service and POS Foundation, Justice Asare-Botwe noted how these delays contribute to overcrowding in prisons, particularly with pretrial detainees.

The overcrowding issue has strained Ghana’s prison capacity, pushing the number of inmates from 10,265 to 14,647.

Of these 13,057 are convicts whilst 1,590 are awaiting trial.

Justice Asare-Botwe emphasised that expedited trials significantly reduce the time individuals spend in pretrial detention, which is crucial, given that many cannot meet bail conditions and languish in prison, awaiting their day in court.

Recent data presented by Justice Asare-Botwe indicates a notable reduction in prison overcrowding, dropping from 51% in December 2018 to 42.69% by May 2024.

Moreover, the proportion of inmates in pretrial detention has decreased from 33% in 2007 to 10.86% in 2024 underscoring the positive impact of initiatives like JFAP.

“Therefore, beyond reduction in the remand population through grant of bail, stakeholders in the criminal justice delivery system must also focus on expeditious trials, which aim to reduce the time between arrest and final adjudication. Swift trials helps ensure that justice is served in a timely manner,” she added.

During the recent JFAP session, 24 remand prisoners applied for the programme, resulting in 12 discharges, 10 granted bail and 2 denied bail.

The cases ranged from serious offenses like murder to others involving unlawful acts and traffic violations.

Justice Asare-Botwe stressed the critical need for swift trials to ensure justice is served promptly and effectively.

She highlighted that delayed trials can lead to faded memories, lost evidence, and other impediments to fair adjudication, all of which were evident in the proceedings observed during the JFAP court sessions.

In addressing the systemic challenges, Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has initiated the Judiciary Criminal Justice Committee. This committee aims to identify and propose solutions to the issues plaguing Ghana’s criminal justice system, including delays exacerbated by the lack of legal representation and procedural inefficiencies.

One poignant case discussed was that of a 75-year-old man from Kwasikrom, Asamankese, who has been on remand since 2018 without trial, awaiting the Attorney-General’s advice.

Such cases underscore the urgency for reforms to ensure timely access to justice for all individuals involved in the legal system.

The efforts of Justice Afia Serwah Asare-Botwe and other judicial leaders underscore a proactive approach towards addressing the root causes of prison overcrowding and justice delays, aiming for a more equitable and effective legal framework in Ghana.

Court remands one, two at large, for using Asenso Boakye’s name for fraud 

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BERNICE BESSEY
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Court

Kofi Tweneboah, also known as ‘Jaguar’, together with two others, have allegedly defrauded a Kumasi based trader, Rita Owusu Adade of GH¢83,000 by impersonating Francis Asenso Boakye, Member of Parliament (MP) for Bantama Constituency and also the Minister for Roads and Highways.

Tweneboah allegedly committed the offences together with some individuals referred to as ‘Boozing’ and ‘Nana’. The three allegedly perpetuated the crime using deceptive practices and an unfortunate incident of assault.

Kofi Tweneboah appeared before the court, presided over by Her Honour Akosua Anokyewaa Adjapong, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 and pleaded not guilty to the charges of defrauding by false pretence, causing harm and conspiracy to commit crimes.

The court remanded Tweneboah into police custody, upon hearing the application by the police prosecuting officer, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Isaac Babaye, that the former was a flight risk.

The accused is scheduled by the court to appear before it on August 6, 2024.

On the facts of the case, ASP Babaye informed the court that the complainant, Rita Owusu Adade, was informed by her sister, Linda Adade, residing in the United States that she has been contacted by someone, by the name Nana Kwesi, via Facebook.

Nana Kwesi, who claimed to be a successful estate mogul in Ghana, attributing his success to key political figures, specifically Francis Asenso Boakye, and allegedly convinced Linda Adade that he could facilitate travel arrangements to the USA for a conference, involving the MP.

According to the facts, the MP would need quite a number of people in his entourage to the conference in Washington DC, particularly those who want to travel abroad.

Linda also became interested and informed her sister about it, as well as posting the same information on her social media platforms to attract interested individuals to apply.

As a result, Rita collected passports and money from five unsuspecting applicants with the expectation that it would be handed over to Mr. Asenso Boakye.

Under these false pretences, Nana Kwesi extended the offer to other interested individuals, who entrusted their passports and a total of GH¢83,000 to Rita Owusu Adade.

Events took a dark turn on April 16, 2024 when Rita Owusu Adade met Kofi Tweneboah (Jaguar) and Boozing, who was dressed in a police uniform, at the Kotoka International Airport and handled over the money and the passports to them.

Suspecting foul play shortly afterwards, Rita reported the incident to the CID Headquarters.

On April 19, 2024 the police lured the accused persons to Accra and received additional money to arrange for the trip.

Jaguar and Boozing then picked up the complainant in their Toyota Hilux pickup, but upon seeing the police, they sped off and pushed her off the moving vehicle, resulting in the complainant sustaining serious injuries. She was promptly rushed to the 37 Military Hospital for medical attention.

The accused persons later abandoned the vehicle at Dzorwulo and took to their heels. The vehicle was towed to the CID headquarters on the same day for investigation.

Despite efforts by the accused to preempt legal action by returning the passports and the money through a police source on July 15, 2024 Kofi Tweneboah (Jaguar) was eventually apprehended on July 18, 2024 at Achimota Mile 7.

Kofi was rearrested and admitted the offence during interrogation and identified one of his accomplices as a police officer stationed at Amasaman and another residing in Nsawam.

Culture A La Bianca: Written by Nkrabeah Effah-Dartey

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Captain Nkrabea Effah-Dartey (RTD)

My mobile phone rang – it is Nana at the other end.

“Captain, breaking news in Berekum have it that La Bianca is dead. You are in Accra. Is it true?”

I missed a heartbeat.

La Bianca, aka Honourable Mrs. Eunice Jacqueline Boah Asomah Hinneh Member of the Council of State and a chief in one of the Ahanta Communities in Western Region was the wife of my younger brother, retired Commissioner of Police Nana Asomah Hinneh. Only two Sundays ago I was in the couple’s home at Sakumono, Tema, eating lunch together, talking about my role as a lawyer for the Royal Family of Ahanta Traditional Area.

I dialed a number in Tema to enquire from my friend, the ubiquitous Ben who knows everybody and everything in Tema. He asked me to wait a few minutes. Five minutes later, Ben called back: “Captain, it is true. La Bianca is dead.”

Next morning the daily newspapers carried the story: La Bianca passes on. About a month later news flashed that ONE WEEK rites will be performed at Sakumono Tema on Saturday 13th July 2024.

Poor me. My classmate at Achimota School, Charles Ofori, has lost his father and the funeral was for same day at Epiphany Congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana at La, Kaajano – I had to be there, but of course I cannot miss the ONE WEEK at Tema, in my capacity as Head of Family of the Nana Yaw Woro Royal Family, owners of the Biadan Stool of Berekum.

Fortunately, unlike Berekum where ONE WEEK by law must not exceed 1pm at the latest, here in Accra, it is a whole day business, so I can go to the Burial Service at Kaajano and then from there motor down to Tema.

So, came Saturday 13th July I was at Kaajano, La by 8am to see a full house, service in progress, a mixture of Ga, Akan and English.

From there, circa 11am, I used the Teshie-Nungua road and reached Sakumono just before noon to see a large gathering of mourners assembled very neatly at Sakumono Pentecost School Grounds. Reader, it was a funeral fit for the gods.

I sat next to my brother, Commissioner Hinner, who, by custom, as a widow, is not supposed to shake hands with anybody.

I took a good look at the environment – I counted not less than 20 giant size royal canopies, with velvet green carpet covering the entire field. In the eastern end of the panel was a massive giant size high canopy reserved for the crème de la crème. Mourners were welcomed to the grounds with colored life size posture of Her Excellency the Council of State Member adorning the perimeter.

The MC kept running a commentary on who is who, arriving, how much donations, and extolling the virtues of the NPP Administration.

The chiefs were there in their numbers, adding color and majesty to the occasion. Osagyefo Dr. Agyeman Badu, 25 years on the stool as Dormaahene was present, in a very simple costume of black cloth, almost shedding tears as he greeted the widower, my brother the retired Police Officer.

Three paramount chiefs from lower Dixcove, Upper Dixcove and lower Axim all arrived together, in grand style, with three state umbrellas, escorted by a bounteous retinue of young maidens – reader, it was most impressive.

As for the politicians, who should I miss out – former wife of my classmate Dr. Bempong Yeboah, now MCE for Tema West was there, MP for Tema West Carlos Ahenkora, several members of the Council of State – I saw good old senior lawyer Sam Okudzeto who was MP for North Tangu in the second Republic at the age of 20 or so, the famous chief of Staff Frema Osei Opare.

All the way from Berekum came a charted VIP bus carrying 80 members of my Royal Family to come and support our family member who is the potential chief in waiting for Biadan.

And as you can imagine, big names mean big donations – Frema Osei from Jubilee House representing the President came with 200million old cedis, the Council of State gave 50million old cedis, Stephen Ayesu Ntim and his NPP brought 50million cedis and Nana Dormaahene who has lately discovered gold in Dormaa splashed cash 150 million cedis.

So many things were happening at the same time that it was very difficult concentrating on one issue at a time – endless stream of mourners coming to greet my brother, cultural drumming and dancing by the cultural group representing the paramount chiefs from Western Region, and Nana Dormaahene’s cultural group, continually singing appellations in his glory, the MC in a clear commanding voice praising NPP – reader, was it a funeral or a celebration? At one point the firing of musketry went wrong and some queen mother fell, in public and immediately she was attended to.

I looked at my wrist watch – it was 4:30pm!!!!!

At about 5pm the Dormaahene got up, followed by the Council of state and chief of staff and then my brother the widower…… reader, if this was merely ONE WEEK then what would the funeral itself be slated for third week in September – venue to be communicated later.

Minister For Education, CETAG Must Engage In Constructive Dialogue

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Yaw Osei Adutwum, Education Minister

The Minister of Education Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum has said that government has made strides in addressing the issues of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) which resulted in their strike. The Minister told journalists in Accra on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 after an engagement with stakeholders, saying “we have made great progress, we have made giant strides.”

Members of CETAG from all 46 Colleges of Education nationwide have been on strike since June 14. The strike is a result of the government’s refusal to implement their arbitral award and conditions of service, leading to students from various schools vacating the campuses. CETAG, this week, withdrew all services following the decision by the government to withhold their July salary. CETAG explained that the decision to withdraw all their services is in response to the Minister of Education’s directive to Principals and the Controller and Accountant General not to validate the July 2024 salaries of teaching staff of the 46 public colleges of education, due to their ongoing strike.

The government has described the strike action by CETAG as illegal, whilst the latter is urging its members to withdraw their teaching and related services indefinitely until their grievances are resolved. The intransigent position taken by the parties at the negotiation table does not augur well for the smooth academic calendar that we all hope for. The Chronicle appeals to all negotiating parties to reconsider their uncompromising stance.

We are happy by the announcement of the Education Minister that the fueding parties have made a commendable effort and great progress in reaching an amicable solution. It is indeed a positive step towards resolving the impasse that has disrupted academic activities in all the colleges of education in the country.

Despite the complexities of the situation, Dr. Adutwum’s proactive engagement with CETAG demonstrates the government’s commitment to finding a lasting resolution. The Minister’s dedication to dialogue and negotiation is laudable and reflects a genuine desire to address the concerns of the teachers.

It is imperative for CETAG to consider the broader implications of their continued strike. The academic calendar waits for no man, and the prolonged disruption of academic activities could have lasting negative impact on students and the education calender as a whole. While the grievances of CETAG are valid and deserve attention, the urgency of resuming academic work cannot be overstated.

Education is the backbone of national development and any disruption in the academic calendar can set back the progress of countless students. The future of these students depends on the timely and efficient functioning of educational institutions. Therefore, we urge CETAG to resume teaching and other related services as soon as possible.

Resuming academic activities does not mean abandoning their cause. Instead, it should be seen as a strategic move to continue negotiations from a position of good faith. By returning to the classroom, CETAG can strengthen their bargaining position and show their dedication to both their profession and their students.

It is essential for both sides to continue to engage in constructive dialogue, with the government addressing CETAG’s concerns promptly and CETAG remaining open to reasonable compromises.

VRA sensitises residents on emergency preparedness plan

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A group photograph after the meeting

The Volta River Authority (VRA) has embarked on sensitization activities for residents in its operation area on its Emergency Preparedness Plan.

The series of meetings are to any allays fears of the residents within their operation areas, and ensure that in case of spillage, its negative effect will not be dire as if there was no plan.

For the past three weeks, the VRA has been carrying out a series of community engagements aimed at having all 10 districts found south of the Akosombo dam duly informed about its emergency preparedness.

The discussions have focused largely on the results of field studies to ascertain the current levels of wetness in these districts at present and what a precautionary discharge from the Akosombo dam will present.

According the study all the water if discharged with precaution will stay in the banks of the river, but low lying areas, wetlands and structures constructed in the banks of the river will see minimal wetness.

These areas identified include the Ada East district in the Greater Accra region, Keta district, Anloga district and the North central and South Tongu districts in the Volta region.

NO DISCHARGE

The Manager for Corporate Communications and Branding, Francis Abban assured the people to remain calm, stating that the VRA had not decided to discharge water from the Akosombo dam with precaution.

Mr. Abban explained that the VRA was being proactive with its public education while the reservoir intake levels are monitored. The levels, according to the VRA are lower now than the levels at this same time last year.

COMMENDATION

The VRA’s engagements with the community leaders are aimed at fostering strong community relations while forging a common understanding on steps to take in preserving life and property during the rainy season.

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Lower Manya Krobo District, Simon Kweku Tetteh lauded the VRA’s Emergency Prepared Plan, and urged traditional and community leaders to actively share the details to all citizens.

He made this call when addressing leaders of the various groups, assemblies and electoral areas at the Volta River Authority’s EPP sensitization held in Krobo Odumase of the Eastern region.

The Lower Manya Krobo MCE stressed that it was important to be armed with all necessary information as regards VRA’s activities and plans while reiterating the need for the various leaders to ensure the information gets to all community members.

“This information is not just for your personal consumption but for onward distribution to the people within your assemblies and electoral areas,” he stated.

ASSURANCE

The Divisional Chief of Kpong, Nene Kpabitey assured the VRA of the community’s willingness to work with the Authority and contribute its quota for the safety of the area and the country at large.

“We are all ready to support and contribute to ensure the safety of everyone,” he said.

He explained, that it was crucial for the traditional leaders to collaborate with VRA to avert any consequences should there be a need for a precautionary discharge.

Kojo Oppong Nkrumah to deliver 2024 Busia Institute Lecture

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MAXWELL OFORI
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Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah

The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, is billed to deliver the 2024 Busia Institute lecture, as the keynote Speaker.

Scheduled for Wednesday, July 31, 2024 the event is being hosted by the Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD).

The 2024 Busia Lecture, which will take place at the Nicholas Aidoo-Taylor Conference Hall, Takoradi Technical University, Sekondi-Takoradi, in the Western Region, is on the theme: “Housing the Future: Innovative Solutions for Rural Development in Ghana.”

It aims to assemble policymakers, academia, industry stakeholders and rural community leaders to discuss innovative housing solutions for rural development in Ghana.

BIRDD, in a press statement, highlighted the significance of the lecture, saying “the Hon Kojo Oppong Nkrumah will share the government’s vision and initiatives for rural housing development.”

According to the press release, the minister’s address is expected to outline key strategies and policies that the government is implementing to improve housing infrastructure in rural areas, thus fostering sustainable growth and enhancing the quality of life for rural residents.

Following the keynote lecture, the event will include a dialogue session on collaborative approaches to rural housing challenges.

This session aims to foster partnerships and facilitate knowledge sharing among various stakeholders, including government officials, academia, industry experts, and community leaders.

According to BIRDD, the lecture will serve as a platform for “government, academia, and stakeholders to engage in knowledge sharing, best practices, and innovative solutions for rural development and housing, promoting inclusive and sustainable growth.”

In addition to the lecture and dialogue, the event will feature a guided exhibition showcasing innovative housing ideas.

This exhibition is intended to provide attendees with practical examples of housing solutions that can be adapted to benefit rural communities.

A fireside chat will also be part of the programme, offering an interactive forum for participants to delve deeper into the event’s theme.

The Busia Institute Lecture will be opened to a wide audience, including government officials, academia, industry stakeholders, rural community leaders, civil society organisations, private sector representatives, media practitioners, and development partners.

The event is free for the general public, with no prior registration required, making it accessible to all who are interested.

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