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Sorry, I Can’t Prosecute Adu-Boahen … Says SP Kissi Agyebeng

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Kissi Agyebeng, Special Prosecutor

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has said he cannot continue with the case of alleged corruption and corruption-related offenses against the former Minister of State at the Ministry of Finance, Charles Adu Boahene.

According to the Special Prosecutor, after six months of thorough investigation, he found out that the former government official engaged in influence peddling, which is not a crime his office could pursue.

Charles Adu Boahen

Kissi Agyebeng said this in a statement his office released on Monday, October 30, 2023 signed by him, which told the outcome of the half-year’s probe, in which he called for closure to the case.

“Though the conduct of Mr. Adu Boahen amounts to trading in influence or influence peddling, which is closely associated with corruption, there is no actual criminal prohibition of his acts, in respect of which the OSP has a mandate to further act. On that reckoning, the Special Prosecutor directs the closure, at this time, of the investigation in respect of allegations of corruption and corruption-related offenses involving Charles Adu Boahen, contained in the investigative documentary titled Galamsey Economy, published by Tiger Eye P.I,” he wrote.

He, however, added that the investigation “may be re-opened” should the circumstances and further facts so dictate.

CASE

The 14-page release chronicled the complaint by the investigator, Anas Aremeyaw Anas and Tiger Eye PI, the referral by President Akufo-Addo, the investigation and also explained in detail the undercover work.

On November 14, 2022 President Akufo-Addo requested the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to probe the allegations against Adu Boahen, contained in the investigative documentary titled ‘Galamsey Economy’.

The OSP says it received on November 15, a complaint dated two days earlier from Tiger Eye PI, requesting the office to investigate Adu Boahen for corruption and corruption-related offenses from the documentary.

INVESTIGATION

The Special Prosecutor said that, upon determining that the referral and the complaint spoke about corruption, which was in his mandate, he authorised the commencement of a preliminary investigation.

Subsequently, a full investigation was conducted under regulations 5(1)(c) and 6 of the law that governs the OSP, “with as little intrusion into the privacy of persons as the circumstances permitted.”

According to the Special Prosecutor, in the high political office he occupied, it ought reasonably to have occurred to Mr. Adu Boahen that his bargain for twenty percent (20%) of the value of the proposed investment and his receipt of a cash gift of US$40,000.00 from the supposed sheikh were outrightly improper.

“Mr. Adu Boahen exhibited a lack of sound judgment. His claim that he accepted the cash gift to avoid offending the supposed sheikh lies very thinly and his suggestion of the payment of an appearance fee of US$200,000.00 to the Vice President was quite reckless, especially as the Vice President was unaware of the business he was conducting and had not tasked him to demand money of whatever description on his behalf,” the Special Prosecutor remarked.

He added that all the indices point to the conclusion that Adu Boahen’s principal motivation was his own personal gain, though he intimated to the supposed sheikh that he was driven by the potential developmental benefits to Ghana of the proposed investment.

RECOMMENDATION

The Special Prosecutor bemoaned that the non-prohibition of most predicate acts of corruption and corruption-related offenses engenders impunity for malevolent conduct and the erosion of democratic tenets. This, he explained, spawn formidable hurdles in the fight against corruption, especially in the public sector.

Against that background, the OSP called for the passage of a Corrupt Practices Act to comprehensively codify the prohibition of all forms of corruption.

Further, the OSP has joined hands with OccupyGhana, which has called for the passage of a Conduct of Public Officers Act to properly regulate the conduct of public officers.

No fears! X’mas will be peaceful -Dampare

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BERNICE BESSEY
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George Akuffo Dampare, IGP

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has promised to increase the presence of his men in all corners of the country during this year’s yuletide

This is to secure the security of the public during the period and prevent miscreants from invading their homes.

Speaking to leadership of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, last week, Thursday, he said “the police is ready to police the country.”

As part of the Police Service series of engagements with various stakeholders, he told the Christian leadership that the assurance was to give the public a sense of intense protection throughout the month.

Dr Dampare, in his opening remarks, told the clergy that he was approaching them with a sense of guilt and shame, as over the years the police administration was not engaging enough.

He wanted the public to see the police as their friends and number one servants, ready to protect them.

The IGP and the Police Management Board engaged the clergy on security matters and the Public Order Act.

In response, the Clergy told the IGP and his management team that they are solidly behind him and would pray that his team succeeds.

According to them, whenever they hear Dr. Dampare speaking, they get the impression that something good is about to happen in the country.

They suggested to the police administration to make use of Mediation or Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in addressing public concerns, in the event that people have misgivings about the court system.

Others also lamented over challenges they encourage with the police personnel detailed to the various barriers and check points.

Responding to the Clergy’s suggestions and questions, the Director-General in charge of Patrols and Operations, Commissioner of Police (COP), Paul Manly Awuni said “we are ashamed of our officers at the barriers… the shameful behaviours of our officers at the barriers, we are not proud of it, we are ashamed.”

While admitting that the police management board was guilty about the act, he promised they would do their best to enhance the effort already being made to stop such behaviours.

Mr. Awuni added that the police administration had taken some of these unprofessional police personnel through internal disciplinary actions.

But as every human institution, he said, some of these infractions are bound to occur.

On the suggestion of mediation between the police and organisers of demonstrations, Mr Awuni said the law was explicit that the police should go to court when it doesn’t agree with the terms that the protestors proposed.

Thus, if the proposed terms would hinder defence, rights of others, public order or provision of essential services, they have to go court.

 

 

 

EC Chair advises journalists to be circumspect in their reportage

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Jean Adukwei Mensa, EC boss

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana, Jean Mensa, has appealed to journalists to exercise circumspection in their reportage, as the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections approach.

According to her, next year’s elections will be a test of Ghana’s democratic resilience and that the media have a role to play in ensuring that peace prevails.

As the Special Guest of Honour at the 27th Ghana Journalists’ Awards, 2023, in Accra, on Sunday, she said the role of journalists cannot be overemphasised in the next national elections, hence her caution.

She was speaking on the theme: “Leveraging media freedom to sustain the democratic and security architecture: The Litmus test of election 2024.”

The EC chair noted that media freedom was tied to democracy and national security, hence practitioners’ conducts could either impact the nation positively or negatively.

“We are all aware of when the role of the media goes unchecked… your exercise of freedom in the 2024 elections could potentially make it break our nation. This is a sobering truth,” she reiterated

She pointed out that the genocide in Rwanda was a clear case study for the media to exercise restraints in the discharge of their duties, by avoiding misinformation, disinformation and propaganda.

In the light of this, the EC chair charged media practitioners to go beyond the rhetoric and be practical of their professional ethics and assignments to the state.

She congratulated all the 30 journalists who picked up awards, particularly the journalist of the year, Erastus Asare Donkor.

On his part, the Minister for Information, Kwadwo Oppong Nkrumah, advised the media against the growing menace of misinformation and disinformation. He said if the incident went unchecked or reduced to the minimum, it would erode our democratic gains.

Minister Oppong-Nkrumah revealed that there would be a stakeholder engagement with the Police Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Judiciary and others who matter, to investigate attacks on the media. He said the engagement is about giving account to the people on these criminal cases.

The award night had the National Chairman of Ghana Peace Council, Rev. Dr. Ernest Adu Gyamfi chairing the occasion, and the United States of America Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Virigina E. Palmer in attendance.

The other awardees were;

Anthony Adongo Apubeo (GNA) – Education

Beatrice Senadju (GBC) – Health

Della Russel Ocloo (Daily Graphic) – Agric & Food Security

Vivian Adu (Atinka Media) – Gender

Newsfile (Joy FM) – Radio Programme (English)

Fred Duhoe (CitiTV) – News (Television)

Akua Oforiwa Darko (GBC) – Environment & Science

Gifty Adjei (GBC) – Features (TV)

Alberto Mario Noretti (The Mirror) – News (Print)

Emma Davies (MultiMedia Group) – Business/Economics

Mohammed Fugu (Daily Graphic) – Domestic Tourism

Kweku Bolton (GBC) – Arts & Entertainment, Francisca Enchill (Joynews, Freelance) Investigative Journalist, Edward Adeti (The Fourth Estate/Media without Borders)

Crime/Court, Erastus Asare Donkor (Multimedia Group) – Illegal Mining (TV)

Emmanuel Dzivenu (Joy Prime) – Disability

Eric Mensah-Ayettey (Myjoyonline) – Columnist

Minister lauds GAF on Akosombo Dam Spillage Interventions

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Deputy Minister of Defence Kofi Amankwa-Manu addressing the gathering

The exceptional effort exhibited by the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) to rescue communities impacted by the recent Akosombo Dam spillage has been commended by Deputy Minister of Defence, Kofi Amankwa-Manu.

Mr Amankwa-Manu complimented the soldiers for their humanitarian relief operations, despite allegations that they were pulled from their duties on orders from high-ranking government officials, which were later refuted by the military high command.

“The response to the Akosombo dam disaster and the support the soldiers offered to the civil and local authorities is commendable to all units of the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly to the 48 Engineer Regiment,” he said.

These statements were delivered during the yearly land combat firepower display exercises held at Bundase Military Training Camp by Mr. Amankwa-Manu, who also serves as the MP for the Ashanti Region’s Atwima Kwanwoma constituency.

.Deputy Minister of Defence Kofi Amankwa-Manu and Milliary officers seated at the Land Comback Demonstration

Task Force (MNJTF) Commander – Maj. Gen. Michael Amoah-Ayisi, indicated that the demonstration exercise organised for the Five Infantry Battalion was supported by 1 and 2 Infantry Battalion of the Southern Command, 66 Artillery Regiment, 15 Armoured Brigade, 48 Engineers Regiment, 18 Signal Brigade, the Army Special Operations Brigade and the Ghana Navy and Airforce.

This exercise, according to Maj. Gen. Michael Amoah-Ayisi, aims to expose the students to the significant equipment of a battle group and better understand the nature of land environment operations.

“It is common knowledge that the protection of the territorial integrity of Ghana as a country against external aggression is the primary constitutional mandate of the Ghana Armed Forces. It also has a second responsibility of maintaining internal security in support of civil authority” he said.

Therefore, he declared, “The Army regularly trains and exercises vigorously in order to sharpen the skills to top up our readiness for any eventualities,” indicating that the Army is prepared to battle terrorists in order to uphold its constitutionally mandated missions.

In order to combat territorial threats from the Sahel region, especially those posed by Burkina Faso and Togo, the Ghanaian Armed Forces have reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering their security capabilities.

The Ghana Arm Forces have demonstrated their commitment to training soldiers through yearly land combat firepower demonstration exercises in response to the evolving nature of terrorism. These exercises aim to help soldiers grasp the concept of operations and capabilities, as well as how to utilise the fire access available to a battle group.

The annual event forms part of the training curriculum of the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC).

This year’s exercise featured students of the GAFCSC Senior Division Course 45 and was aimed at providing the students with information on the fire assets available to a given battle group and how it is employed on the field of battle.

As part of the demonstration, the students and dignitaries present were given a clear depiction of the various components of an Infantry Battalion, nature of Land Combat Environment, Fire Support Coordination and Combat Supporting Elements.

In line with the scenario, the Ghana Air Force provided air assets for fast roping insertion behind enemy lines and aerial bombardment which aided in the successful execution of the battle plan to eradicate the insurgents.

GAF receives 105 armoured vehicles to combat terrorism

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President Akufo-Addo

The government of Ghana has received a total of 105 militarised vehicles from the European Union (EU) to support the nation’s protection efforts against insurgence in the Sahel Region.

The vehicles come on top of ongoing projects to reinforce border management and prevent local tensions.

The militarised vehicles are part of a 20-million-euro package of equipment to help reinforce the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).

The country is also expected to receive further equipment, notably for aerial surveillance, electronic warfare systems, and river craft.

A brief ceremony was held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 in Accra, where President Akufo-Addo received the 105 vehicles from the Vice President of the EU, Josef Borrell Frontelles.

President Akufo-Addo, in a brief remark, extended the appreciation of the nation to the EU and to the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, “to whom I initiated conversations regarding enhanced cooperation between Ghana and the European Union.

“I wish to acknowledge the thorough work done by our Ministers for National Security, Defence and Foreign Affairs, along with their hardworking staff; they have navigated through extended negotiations with our European partners to emphasize the urgent need to bolster Ghana’s capacity to protect its territory and its people from the growing threat of terrorism in the West African region,” he added.

Commissioning them for use by the GAF, President Akufo-Addo noted that the vehicles would play a pivotal role in Ghana’s efforts to fortify its northern frontiers against terrorism.

RISK

President Akufo-Addo observed that terrorists were expanding their coast at a much faster pace, adding that the need for Ghana to be vigilant and battle-ready could not be debated.

He acknowledged that the recent occurrences in Ghana’s neighbouring countries of Burkina Faso and Benin send a final warning to Ghana with regards to terrorist threats.

However, he indicated that “it is imperative to understand that no single country can confront the terrorist threats alone” and thus advocated collaboration amongst nations facing the challenge and support from partners.

LOBBY

The Minister for National Security, Albert Kan Dapaah, indicated that the commissioning of the vehicles was the outcome of negotiations and engagements with the EU, on the order of President Akufo-Addo’s mission set for him and other colleagues two years ago.

The President had tasked the Ministers of National Security, Defence and Foreign Affairs to engage the EU in the nation’s collective quest to curb the southward expansion of terrorism and violent extremism from the Sahel Region to West Africa.

“Today, we come together to officially unveil a generous donation of 105 militarized vehicles provided by the European Union to support the counter-terrorism efforts of the Ghana Armed Forces,” he stated.

DETAILS

The vehicles include 13 Landcruiser pickups, 10 GMC Sierras, Toyota Landcruisers, Toyota Single Cabins, and Chevy Silverados.

INCLUSION

The Vice President of the EU, Josef Borrell Frontelles, who was in Accra over the weekend to make the donation, said in his remarks that “I am happy to hand over 105 armoured vehicles,” adding that Ghana was the right place within the regional bloc to receive those vehicles.

He, however, opined that countering terrorism required more than armoured vehicles and drones.

According to him, successful prevention required improved service provision and job creation, “especially for youth and women.”

He also called for investment for socio-economic inclusion in the northern regions of Ghana, adding that a large portion of the EU’s 203-million-euro bilateral cooperation for 2021–2024 was dedicated to those priorities.

 

 

Akosombo dam spillage: Stop the needless politicisation and put Ghana first

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OPINION

The news of the devastating effects of the Akosombo dam spillage on residents of communities in the lower Volta areas started as a casual conversation and reportage in some traditional and new media platforms and at its inception seemed to only re-echo the ordeals of what appeared to be the annual fate of such communities that bare the full brunt of the dispelled water.

As we were all to become aware and astonished later, this was not the usual situation of farmlands getting flooded and movements within the communities curtailed, but this time around the livelihoods of residents have literally come to a halt and communities submerged with nothing left to recover.

The state immediately had to get to work and central government due to the severity of the situation took over the reins of affairs to address the plight of persons affected. Key among a number of response mechanisms instituted by the government are:

  • Establishment of an inter ministerial committee to deal with the situation chaired by the chief of staff, Akosua Frema Osei Opare
  • Government of Ghana through the ministry of agriculture has allocated a staggering amount of $40 million to affected farmers.
  • Coordinated relief items and donations disbursed by the National Disaster management organisation (NADMO) to list a few.

Sadly, the only section of people undermining these national efforts to support our affected brethren is the overly politicization of the issue which must immediately cease!

In as much as there is a warranted conversation on what can be done to avert this catastrophe from recurring in future, the political inclinations, ignorant and uninformed attacks on the government and political actors must not be nurtured and entertained as such traits can be the undoing of the very nationalistic gains that have been achieved over the decades in the current fourth republican dispensation.

Instead of the needless politicization of the issue, lets all focus on how to restore the livelihoods of all persons affected and also bring the once vibrant communities back to life.

I also urge the national disaster management organisation to deploy more equitable and effective ways of disaster management systems through donating relevant items that will provide some immediate relief albeit temporal as efforts are made to find long lasting solutions.

The country as a whole must focus on discussion and ways to improved flood control system going forward. In matters of distribution of food items and personal effects, I strongly advocate a central point of collation for equitable distribution to all persons affected.

The media which undoubtedly have a major role to play should focus their lens on the victims and their challenges to draw the attention of cooperate Ghana since government can’t do it alone. Last but not least, there should be continuous psychological and emotional support through engagement with affected residents.

Background

Tracts of land, including farms and communities downstream the Akosombo and Kpong dams have been flooded following the spillage of excess water from the two dams used to generate about a third of Ghana’s electricity supply.

The VRA started the spillage at the Akosombo and Kpong dams, both in the Eastern Region, from September 15, 2023, following a rise in the water level of both reservoirs due to appreciable levels of rainfall. The spillage affected almost all the communities along the lower Volta Basin, resulting in widespread power cuts in the affected communities.

By Emmanuel Senyo

Source: myjoyonline.com

The views expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect The Chronicle’s stance.

Editorial: IGP Dampare, please ‘wake up’

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George Akuffo Dampare, IGP

About two or three years ago, the police, in collaboration with Citi TV were on the streets of Accra arresting drivers who were disobeying traffic rules. The exercise, which was carried out during the peak hours, saw the arrest of several people, irrespective of their status in society. The development brought orderliness on our roads, as those driving Land Cruiser vehicles and other posh cars began to respect traffic regulations.

In fact, in one of the videos shown on Citi TV, the then COP George Akuffo Dampare, who is now the Inspector General of Police (IGP), was seen driving to work during the morning rush hour, without making any attempt  to drive on the shoulders of the ever busy Spintex Road in Accra.

Though Dr. Dampare could have also ordered his driver and with the assistance of his bodyguard, to drive on the shoulders of the road in order to get to his office early, he did not do that. Rather, he obeyed the traffic rules whilst Land Cruiser vehicle owners were disregarding the law.

Unfortunately, because Citi TV cameras have stopped going round the city, the police have also relaxed. As a matter of fact, there is a complete breakdown of law and order on our roads. The Land Cruiser vehicle owners have gone back to what they were doing in the past – disrespecting traffic rules. On Accra-Kasoa, Accra-Nsawam, Tema-Aflao roads and some of the inner roads in the national capital, these vehicles drive with careless abandon.

They see themselves as supper human beings who do not have to join traffic queues. They sometimes drive in the opposite lanes forcing incoming vehicles to adopt defence driving techniques to avoid head on collision. Interestingly, police officers are sometimes seen around, but they are afraid to rein in these erring drivers.

They (police) wrongly assume that they are ‘big men’ or untouchable people and do not even bother to stop them. Clearly, if this is the way police officers who have been clothed with powers to enforce law and order are thinking, then we have a bid problem on hand. When President Barrack Obama came to Accra some years back, he advised us to build strong institutions and NOT strong individuals.

A strong institution will not care about who you are in society – their duty is to enforce the law. Until we build that sort of mentality, lawlessness will always be our portion. The attitude of these Land Cruiser owners on our roads is very nauseating, but they seem to be having the freedom to ‘ply their trade’.

However, instead of displaying the sign of despair, The Chronicle calls on IGP Dampare to ensure that the discipline returns to our roads. He is one of the few IGPs who has shown that he has the testicular fortitude to deal with any situation. Until he assumed office, some of our so-called big men thought they were above the law, but when he started arresting and detaining them for flouting the law, they have now seen their ‘smoothness levels’.

We expect this to continue on our roads as well so that every motorist will respect the traffic rules. The current situation where certain category of motorist is allowed to break the law without any punishment, whilst others are arrested and punished, is not good for nation building.

In the United Kingdom for instance, a whole Prime Minister was arrested and given a ticket for driving in a bus line. Can this happen in Ghana – the answer is a big NO, but this is what the situation should have been.  If a trotro driver can be arrested for flouting traffic rules, then the same measures must be applied when it comes to those who think they have the money or they occupy certain positions in government and can, therefore, look down upon the laws of the land. Dr. IGP, The Chronicle is watching to see what happens.

 

Wincoshaft Ltd & Bingodee Company supports 2023 Best Teachers’ Award in Obuasi

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Alfred Kofi Bingo (right) presenting the items to staff of the Education directorate

Mr. Alfred Kofi Bingo, Chief Executive Officer of Wincoshaft Engineering & Construction Limited and Bingodee Company, has presented items worth GH¢14,000 to the Obuasi Municipal Education Directorate in support of this year’s Teacher/Educational Worker Prize Day.

The items included a deep freezer, gas cooker and microwave oven.

The presentation was in response to a request from the Education Directorate to the company to assist in the upcoming Teachers’ Award slated for Thursday, November 2, 2023.

Mr. Alfred Kofi Bingo explained that Wincoshaft and Bingodee Company Limited recognise the immense role teachers played in the human resource development of the country, hence, the support to celebrate them in admiration of the teaching profession.

Mr. Godfred Banin, Human Resource, on behalf of the Education Directorate, received the items and expressed the gratitude of the Directorate to the Chief Executive Officer of Wincoshaft and Bingodee for the kind gesture.

He noted that it would serve as motivation to the teachers to deliver.

He revealed that the Directorate was determined to make this year’s Teachers’ Awards a successful one, stressing that the last time teachers were recognised in the Municipality was in 2014, because of the lack of sponsorship to recognise teachers.

He called for more hands to help with the organisation of the awards ceremony since the government could not shoulder the responsibilities in education alone.

Chief donates paints to Bonwire SHTS

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Nana Bobie Ansah presenting the items to Headmaster Acheampong Serebour

Nana Bobie Ansah, Chief of Bonwire in the Ejisu Municipality of the Ashanti Region, has donated several buckets of paint to the local Senior High Technical School (SHTS) to complete a refurbishment project.

The project is intended to give a facelift to the structures of the only Senior High School at Bonwire.

The donation was in response to an appeal from the newly-appointed Headmaster of the school to Nana Bobie Ansah to support the painting projects.

Presenting the items, Nana Bobie Ansah pledged to make education a topmost priority within his traditional jurisdiction to help improve the quality of education and accessibility.

He urged parents and well-meaning Ghanaians, especially residents in the area, to invest in their wards’ education, which, he observed, was the only way they could contribute their quota to national development.

He further entreated parents to also partner the government to improve the educational system in the country to produce responsible future leaders.

Mr. Acheampong Serebour, Headmaster, who received the items on behalf of the school, expressed gratitude to Nana Bobie Ansah for the kind gesture.

He disclosed that the paints would go a long way to help with the planned facelift to enhance a conducive teaching and learning environment.

He explained that on assumption of office as the Headmaster in June this year, he realised the beauty of the school had waned, because of its old painting, which, he said, compelled him to initiate a new painting project to give the school a new look.

He disclosed that the budget for the project was huge for only the school to finance, and for that matter he had to run to Nana Bobie Ansah for assistance.

160 students get GH¢320k grant from AGA Community Trust Fund

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Nananom, dignitaries and the students in a group picture

The AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Community Trust Fund has presented a GH¢320,000 Education Fund to 160 students from communities across Obuasi.

The event highlights the Community Trust Fund’s commitment to supporting deserving students in their pursuit of higher education.

The Trust Funds Tertiary Education Grant Scheme, which was launched just before the 2019/2020 Academic Year commenced, has benefitted 160 students to date.

Barimah Nsu Antwi Kwaning II speaking at the function

In a speech read on behalf of the Senior Manager Community Relations-Africa, Mr. Emmanuel Baidoo, the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist of AngloGold, Mr. Yaw Britwum Opoku, noted that the Community Trust Fund, since 2019, after the redevelopment of the Obuasi mine commenced, has received contributions of $2 per each ounce of gold produced, which has accumulated to $1.2 million as of September 2023.

“As education is the cornerstone of a sustainable and thriving society, Anglo Gold Ashanti, through the Obuasi Community Trust Fund, believes that by investing in the education of young minds, we are sowing the seeds of progress and empowerment in Obuasi,” he said.

He said, among other things, that the educational grants had greatly enhanced access to tertiary education and reduced school dropout rates from senior high to tertiary within the catchment areas of the Mine.

The Obuasi Municipal Chief Executive, also a Board Member of the Trust Fund, Mr. Elijah Adansi Bonah, charged the beneficiary students to learn hard to enable them continue to benefit from the grant.

He stated that the management of the Fund was going to monitor the performance of the students, and those who do not perform well would have their grants withdrawn.

Mr. Francis Amoah, Programmes Manager of the Fund, said the beneficiaries comprised 81 males and 79 females for engineering, Colleges of Education and Nursing/Midwifery students.

Barimah Nsu Antwi Kwaning II, Benkumhene of Fomena, who represented the Adansihene, charged parents of the winners of the grant to ensure that their wards developed good attitudes and exceptional moral standards to enable them complete their courses.

From Frederick Danso Abeam, Obuasi

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