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Court adjourns GPRTU chairman, Hamisu Ibrahim case to June 1

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Chairman Sumaila Boakye addressing the media

The Asokwa District Court Two in Kumasi has adjourned to June 1, 2026 the case in which Hamisu Ibrahim, 55, a transport operator and member of the GPRTU, is accused of abetment of crime and threatening to harm the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the GPRTU of TUC.

The court, presided over by Her Honour, Vida Achiaa Yeboah, adjourned the matter due to the absence of the accused person in court. The adjournment was at the instance of Counsel for the accused, Henry Asante Esq.

The prosecution, led by ASP Stephen Ofori said the complainant, Sumaila Boakye Mohammed, Ashanti Regional Chairman of the GPRTU of TUC Ghana, reported the matter to the Regional CID Headquarters in Kumasi, over alleged threats linked to an ongoing civil case.

Police investigations revealed that there have been several litigations between the complainant and some members of the GPRTU in the Ashanti Region, including the accused person, with some of the cases currently pending before the High Courts in Kumasi.

The prosecution alleged that on March 27, 2026 the complainant spotted four men in the company of the accused person at the court premises during proceedings involving the accused.

It indicated that on April 1, 2026 one Mubarak Suleman allegedly informed the complainant that he and three others had been hired by the accused person to harass, intimidate and threaten him to abandon the civil case against the accused. The matter was subsequently reported to the police, leading to the arrest of the accused person.

In his cautioned statement made in the presence of an independent witness, Hamisu Ibrahim reportedly admitted hiring the four men, but explained that they were only engaged to provide surety for a member of the GPRTU, according to the prosecution officer.

The prosecution also disclosed that the accused and his surety were given advance notice on Friday, May 15, 2026 of the court date (Monday, May 18, 2026) and was assured of the accused’s presence in court on the said date, but the accused failed to appear in court on the adjourned date.

ASP Ofori said efforts to reach the accused because his phone had been switched while that of his surety went through unanswered, which acts were described as efforts by the accused to evade justice and prayed the court to issue a bench warrant to arrest him.

The Counsel for the accused, Henry Asante Esq., however, indicated that there was no evidence before the court indicating the communication between the prosecution and the accused, as well as the surety on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Submitting a medical report, counsel explained that the accused was taken ill on Sunday, May 17, 2026 and was admitted at the Boakye Danquah Memorial Hospital and was discharged in the morning of Monday, May 18, 2026 making it impossible to attend court.

The medical excuse indicated that the accused was not “fit” to undertake any activities, such as appearing before the court, for two weeks. He said the accused was supposed to go for a review on May 29, 2026 and prayed the court for a short adjournment.

After hearing the submissions of both sides, Her Honour indicated that since the court had not sighted any “core record” of the communication between the prosecution and the accused, as well the surety, the court will thread cautiously and adjourned the case to June 1, 2026 stressing that the prosecution should ensure presence of the accused in court on the said date.

From Oswald P. Freiku, Kumasi

 

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IGP’s Special Operations Team Arrests 74 in Upper East Anti-Crime Crackdown

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The suspects

The Inspector-General of Police’s Special Operations Team has arrested 74 suspects in a series of intelligence-led operations targeting narcotics trafficking and other criminal activities in the Upper East Region.

The operations, conducted in Paga and the Navrongo Municipalities, between May 20 and May 22, 2026 led to the retrieval of assorted foreign cigarettes, suspected narcotic substances and motorbikes believed to have been used in criminal activities.

According to the Police, the first operation was carried out on May 20 within the Ghana-Burkina Faso border buffer zone at Paga. The swoop resulted in the arrest of 40 suspects made up of 28 males and 12 females. The suspects comprised 23 Ghanaians, eight Nigerians, six Burkinabés, one Malian and one Togolese national.

Police said exhibits retrieved during the operation included parcels and sacks of suspected narcotic substances as well as five motorbikes suspected to have been used for the distribution of the substances.

In a second operation on May 22, 2026 the Special Operations Team stormed identified criminal hotspots within the Navrongo Municipality, including the Condemned Road Corridor, the “After Six” Spot and the “Lighter Inn” Spot.

That operation led to the arrest of 34 suspects, comprising 32 males and two females. Police also retrieved 11 motorbikes, quantities of suspected narcotic substances and assorted foreign cigarettes during the raid.

The suspects were subsequently arraigned before a High Court on the same day, presided over by His Lordship Justice Ernest Pascal Gemadzie.

Sixteen of the suspects were remanded into Police custody and are expected to reappear before the court on June 4, 2026, while the remaining 22 suspects are currently being profiled for further action.

Police said all the suspects remain in custody assisting investigations as efforts continue to identify and apprehend other individuals linked to criminal activities in the affected areas.

 

 

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Gold Fields Foundation Targets Emergency Care, Maternal Health In New Investments

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Ayisha Muhammed Aubyn (2nd right) receiving a citation on behalf of GFGF

The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) has announced major new investments in healthcare infrastructure, medical equipment and preventive healthcare programmes as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery in mining communities within the Western Region.

The announcement was made during the Annual General Meeting of the Society of Family Physicians of Ghana (SOFPOG), where the foundation emerged as one of the notable sponsors of the event. An award was presented to the Foundation by SOFPOG for its investment in healthcare delivery and infrastructure.

A presentation delivered by Ayisha Muhammed Aubyn, a Senior Officer at the Foundation highlighted the Foundation’s expanding role in Ghana’s health sector and drew admiration from medical practitioners attending the conference.

Among the key projects announced was the construction of a modern Accident and Emergency Centre at the Apinto Government Hospital. The Foundation also plans to undertake a full renovation of the hospital’s Out-Patient Department (OPD) and provide critical medical equipment to improve emergency healthcare delivery and patient care.

“We are going to fully renovate the OPD department and supply everything needed for efficient service delivery,” Mrs. Aubyn told participants during the presentation. According to her, the interventions form part of broader efforts by the Foundation to improve healthcare access and quality in beneficiary communities.

She explained that the Foundation works closely with Municipal Health Directorates, the Ministry of Health and the Ghana Health Service in implementing its healthcare interventions.

The Foundation is also pursuing plans to establish a long-term medical equipment hub in the Western Region to support health facilities with essential consumables and equipment.

Mrs. Aubyn disclosed that through partnerships with Project Care, an international organization, the Foundation secured three containers of medical equipment and consumables last year, with five additional containers expected this year.

The supplies are expected to support hospitals and clinics struggling with equipment shortages and inadequate logistics. The presentation also highlighted the Foundation’s investments in maternal and adolescent healthcare programmes.

According to the Senior Foundation Officer, the Foundation collaborates with healthcare organizations to improve maternal healthcare services while also implementing adolescent health education programmes in public basic schools across its operational communities.

Under the adolescent health programme, peer educators are trained regularly and tasked to educate fellow students on healthy lifestyles and preventive healthcare practices with support from the Ghana Health Service and the Ghana Education Service.

The Foundation has additionally invested in maternity blocks, staff accommodation facilities and renovations of healthcare infrastructure to improve working conditions for health professionals and service delivery for patients.

Mrs. Aubyn stressed the importance of sustainability in healthcare interventions, urging beneficiary institutions to maintain facilities and equipment provided to them.

“We donate and provide, but facilities must also maintain them so the projects remain sustainable,” she said.

Established to drive sustainable community development in mining communities, the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has invested more than GH¢109 million in sectors including health, education, water and sanitation. Out of the total investment, over GH¢5.5 million has been directed into healthcare interventions.

The Foundation also undertakes medical outreach programmes, free health screening exercises and health insurance support for vulnerable residents in its catchment communities.

Medical practitioners at the AGM commended the Foundation for its growing contribution to healthcare delivery and preventive healthcare initiatives, especially at a time many health facilities continue to face infrastructure and equipment challenges.

The presentation further underscored the importance of partnerships between the private sector and healthcare institutions in improving healthcare outcomes across the country.

 

 

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Ebiradze Royal Family Cracks Down On Alleged Impostor Chief

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TheTakoradi-Amanful royal Ebiradze stool family

The Ebiradze Royal Family of Takoradi-Amanful has publicly denounced one Enoch Abeiku Ehurong, also known as Nana Obo Atta Kukoamoah IV, accusing him of unlawfully parading himself as the Divisional Chief of Takoradi-Amanful.

At a news conference held in Takoradi, the leadership and principal elders of the Takoradi-Amanful Stool described the actions of Mr. Ehurong as false, unlawful and contrary to the customs and traditions of the Ahanta Traditional Area.

Reading a statement on behalf of the stool, Stool Secretary, Elvis Turkson, stated that the only recognized and customarily enstooled Divisional Chief of Takoradi-Amanful is Nana Obo Atta Kojo Essoun III, who also serves as Krotihene of the Ahanta Paramount Stool.

According to the statement, Nana Obo Atta Kojo Essoun III was duly enstooled in line with customary practices and has sworn allegiance to the Omanhene of the Ahanta Traditional Area, Otumfuo Baidoo Bonsoe XVI.

The royal family stressed that the chief continues to perform his traditional responsibilities legitimately alongside the lawfully enstooled Queen Mother, Obaahema Effiekesim Mansa IV.

The stool leadership further credited Nana Obo Atta Kojo Essoun III with spearheading several development initiatives within the Takoradi-Amanful Divisional Area, including the construction of more than ten community water systems and interventions aimed at improving security and social welfare.

The statement followed what the family described as a disturbing development in which Mr. Ehurong allegedly issued letters and directives claiming authority as chief of the area.

According to the stool, a letter referenced SOTTTS/2026/MAY/004 and dated May 15, 2026, and purportedly issued by Mr. Ehurong, attempted to assert authority over matters within the Takoradi-Amanful Divisional Area.

The royal family maintained that only Nana Obo Atta Kojo Essoun III possesses the customary and legal authority to issue official directives and correspondence on behalf of the Takoradi-Amanful Stool.

It further alleged that the self-styled chief had forged the official letterhead of the stool and used it to mislead corporate institutions, organizations and individuals.

“Any document bearing the name or purported authority of Nana Obo Atta Kukoamoah IV is invalid, null, void and of no legal effect,” the statement emphasized.

The family also cited Section 63 of the Chieftaincy Act, 2008 (Act 759), which criminalizes the act of falsely presenting oneself as a chief without lawful enstoolment or recognition. The stool, therefore, cautioned the general public, government agencies, financial institutions, developers and media organizations to verify all traditional representations concerning Takoradi-Amanful directly with the Ebiradze Stool Palace.

It warned that any individual or institution engaging with Mr. Ehurong in the capacity of chief does so at their own risk. The royal family reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the sanctity of the stool and preserving peace within the Takoradi metropolis, while warning against attempts to create parallel structures capable of generating tension in the area.

 

 

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Delta Air Lines Marks 20 Years Of Operations In Ghana

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Delta officials with Ga Mantse

Delta Air Lines has celebrated 20 years of uninterrupted operations in Ghana, marking two decades of continuous service, customer engagement, and community impact in the country.

The airline, which launched its Accra–New York route in 2006, has maintained vital connectivity between Ghana and the United States, contributing significantly to business, tourism, education, trade, and cultural exchange between the two nations.

Over the past two decades, Delta has transported more than two million passengers between Ghana and the U.S., while linking travellers from Accra to over 215 destinations worldwide through its global network.

Speaking at a 20th anniversary dinner in Accra on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, described Delta’s entry into the Ghanaian market as a strong vote of confidence in the country.

He noted that the airline’s operations have evolved beyond commercial activity to become a critical link connecting families, businesses, students, and professionals, while strengthening bilateral ties between Ghana and the United States.

Managing Director for International and Special Sales at Delta, Rob LeBel, said the milestone represents more than longevity in aviation, highlighting the airline’s commitment to partnerships, operational consistency, and customer experience in Ghana.

He emphasised that Ghana remains a key market within Delta’s Africa network, adding that the airline is committed to supporting the continent’s growth and global connectivity.

Delta made history as the first U.S. carrier to operate nonstop flights between Ghana and the United States and sustained its services even during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuity in passenger travel and cargo operations during a period of global disruption.

Beyond flight operations, Delta has contributed to aviation infrastructure development in Ghana, including supporting the construction of a boarding gate at Kotoka International Airport in 2010 to enhance passenger flow and efficiency.

As part of efforts to improve customer experience and operational performance, the airline introduced the Airbus A330-900neo on the Accra–New York route, offering increased capacity, upgraded cabin features, and improved fuel efficiency with reduced emissions

The reintroduction of the Accra–Atlanta route has further expanded Delta’s connectivity, providing additional links across its global network.

According to Michael Thomas, Delta’s presence in Ghana has focused on building relationships and creating meaningful impact beyond aviation services.

The airline has undertaken several corporate social responsibility initiatives, particularly in health and youth development. Through its partnership with Breast Care International, Delta has supported breast cancer awareness campaigns reaching over 150,000 people and facilitated more than 20,000 screenings nationwide.

Its collaboration with Junior Achievement Africa has also helped deliver leadership and skills development programmes for thousands of young people across the region.

As part of its anniversary celebrations, Delta commissioned a borehole project in the James Town community in Accra to improve access to clean water, following a courtesy visit to Nii Teiko Tsuru II.

Manager for Sales in West Africa at Delta, Mary Gbobaniyi, reaffirmed Ghana’s strategic importance within the airline’s West Africa operations, noting plans to enhance connectivity, customer experience, and long-term growth.

Delta’s contributions in Ghana have earned recognition from institutions including the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana, the Ghana CSR Excellence Awards, and the American Chamber of Commerce Ghana for excellence in operations, customer service, and corporate responsibility.

To commemorate the milestone, the airline hosted a media luncheon and anniversary dinner in Accra, bringing together government officials, aviation stakeholders, corporate partners, and customers to celebrate its 20-year journey.

As Delta marks over a century of global operations and two decades in Ghana, the airline says it remains focused on strengthening connectivity, enhancing customer experience, and supporting Ghana’s position as a key regional aviation hub.

 

 

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‘As I Grow’ donates educational materials to rural schools in Eastern Region

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The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of As I Grow Organization, Mr. Isaac Debrah Bekoe presenting some of the items to some section of the pupils during the donation exercise.

Teachers serving in deprived communities across the Eastern Region have been highly commended for their dedication, resilience, and selfless sacrifices in sustaining education under extremely difficult conditions.

Education advocates continue to stress that investing in rural education remains the blood tonic to Ghana’s national development and poverty reduction agenda.

The commendation came during a donation exercise organized by As I Grow Organization (AIG), a non-governmental organization committed to rural and human development, which donated educational materials to selected basic schools in the Okere District and Akuapem North Municipality under its flagship outreach programme dubbed “Let’s Tour the Deprived Communities 2026.”

The exercise saw hundreds of pupils receive brand-new school bags, exercise books, pens, pencils, mathematical sets, and other essential learning materials aimed at improving teaching and learning in underserved communities.

Beneficiary schools included Abenta Methodist Primary School, Otareso MA Basic School, and Aboabo MA Basic School in the Akuapem North Municipality, as well as Akyeremanteng DA Basic School and Kyekeku DA Basic School in the Okere District.

Speaking during the outreach, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of As I Grow Organization, Mr. Isaac Debrah Bekoe, disclosed that the organization’s visits to the schools revealed the harsh realities confronting both pupils and teachers in many rural communities.

These pupils demonstrated their joy after recieving their items in a group picture with teachers and officials of As I Grow

According to him, several schools continue to grapple with serious challenges, including inadequate teaching staff, poor classroom infrastructure, and lack of textbooks and teaching materials.

The rest are the absence of teacher accommodation, weak internet connectivity, and poor road networks that make access to some communities extremely difficult, especially during the rainy season.

Despite these setbacks, he said teachers posted to such deprived communities continue to demonstrate exceptional commitment to shaping the future of children who otherwise risk being left behind in the country’s educational system.

Mr. Bekoe revealed that some teachers even use their personal resources to travel long distances to support schools facing severe staff shortages, although those schools are not their officially assigned duty posts.

“We observed that teachers in these deprived schools are doing exceptionally well despite the difficult conditions under which they work. Some even spend money from their own pockets to travel and support schools that lack adequate teachers, even though those schools are not their official stations,” he stated.

He described the teachers as unsung heroes whose sacrifices deserve national recognition and support, stressing that many rural schools would struggle to survive without their dedication and patriotism.

According to him, the commitment of teachers in deprived communities continues to bridge the educational gap between urban and rural Ghana, helping children in remote areas gain access to basic education and opportunities for a better future.

Mr. Bekoe further explained that AIG’s intervention was aimed not only at supporting pupils with educational materials, but also at encouraging teachers who continue to work tirelessly under difficult circumstances with little motivation.

He noted that the lack of basic learning materials remains one of the major causes of absenteeism, low academic performance, and school dropouts in many deprived communities.

“Many parents in these rural areas struggle to provide even basic school supplies for their children. When pupils lack exercise books, pens, bags, or uniforms, their confidence and participation in school are affected. Supporting these children with educational materials can significantly improve attendance and academic performance,” he noted.

The AIG CEO therefore called on government institutions, corporate organizations, philanthropists, development partners, and well-meaning Ghanaians to intensify support for deprived schools across the country.

He stressed that investing in education, especially in rural communities, remains one of the most effective tools for reducing poverty, promoting social equity, and driving national development.

According to him, no nation can achieve sustainable development when children in remote communities are denied access to quality education due to poverty and neglect.

“Children in deprived communities deserve equal opportunities to succeed just like those in urban centres. Supporting education in these communities is not charity; it is an investment in Ghana’s future development,” he emphasized.

Mr. Bekoe reaffirmed As I Grow Organization’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities across Ghana and other parts of West Africa through interventions in education, healthcare, sanitation, youth empowerment, women’s empowerment, and the fight against teenage pregnancy.

He also expressed profound gratitude to Madam Rose-Marie Celestine in the United States of America for her generous contribution and support towards the success of the donation exercise.

Community leaders, parents, and teachers who witnessed the exercise described the intervention as timely and impactful, noting that it would go a long way in motivating pupils and improving teaching and learning outcomes in the beneficiary schools.

Some parents said the donation had brought relief to struggling families who often find it difficult to purchase educational materials for their children due to economic hardships.

Teachers at the beneficiary schools also expressed appreciation to the NGO for recognizing their efforts and supporting pupils with essential learning materials.

Education stakeholders who followed the exercise praised ‘As I Grow’ for complementing government efforts to improve education and living conditions in vulnerable communities.

They noted that while the government continues to expand educational infrastructure and policies nationwide, non-governmental organizations and private individuals also have a crucial role to play in ensuring that no child is left behind, regardless of where they live.

The initiative is expected to strengthen school participation, improve learning outcomes, and inspire hope among children in some of the most underserved communities in the Eastern Region.

 

 

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How 20 minutes of nature can boost your health

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If you’ve ever felt calmer after a walk in the park or a stroll through the woods, it’s not your imagination – it’s biology.

Being outdoors can trigger measurable changes inside your body from lowering stress hormones, easing blood pressure and even improving your gut health.

You don’t have to hike for hours to feel these benefits as maximum impact happens after just 20 minutes, so even a lunchtime walk to the park and a sandwich on a bench a few times a week can benefit your body and mind.

Here are four ways that being among nature can help improve your health;

Bring nature to you

Of course, not everyone can head into the woods on a whim but the good news is, you don’t have to.

Even small touches of nature at home can make a difference, according to Willis.

Visually, flowers such as white or yellow roses have been shown to create the greatest calming effect on brain activity.

When it comes to smell, use a diffuser with essential oils like pinene which can help you feel calm.

And if all else fails, even a photo of a forest can help.

Research shows that looking at pictures of nature on your laptop or simply gazing out at something green can trigger the same calming brainwave changes and reduce stress.

Smell is a powerful sense

Smelling nature is just as powerful as seeing and hearing it.

The scent of trees and soil is full of organic compounds released by plants and “when you breathe them in, some molecules pass into the bloodstream.”

Willis says pine is a good example of this as the smell of a pine forest can make you calmer within just 90 seconds and that effect lasts for about 10 minutes.

You may think that the relaxing effect of nature is all in your mind, but another study found that even very young babies with no memory associated with particular smells, still calmed down when another scent associated with calming, limonene was puffed into the room they were in.

Gets good bacteria into your gut

As well as soothing your mind, nature can also help boost your microbiome as soil and plants are full of good bacteria.

“They’re the same kinds of good bacteria we pay for in probiotics or drinks,” Willis explains.

Prof Ming Kuo has studied the effect on factors such as infection susceptibility as well as mental health and says breathing in certain ones have the potential to boost your mood; and the antimicrobial chemicals released by plants – called phytoncides – could help fight disease.

Dr Chris van Tulleken says as an infection scientist he sees nature as a positively challenging environment that “tickles your immune system”.

He gets his children to play with dirt in the forest which then enters their system through the nose or mouth.

You unconsciously relax

When you see green trees, smell pine and hear gentle rustling leaves or the sound of birdsong, your autonomic nervous system – a network of nerves controlling unconscious processes – responds instantly.

This can happen on a visit to the local park.

“We see changes in the body such as a lowering of blood pressure, a change in your heart rate variability and your heart beats slower – all associated with physiological calming,” Baroness Kathy Willis, a biodiversity professor at Oxford University, told BBC Radio 4’s What’s Up Docs? podcast.

A UK study, involving nearly 20,000 people, found that those who spent at least a total of 120 minutes every week in greenery were significantly more likely to report good health and higher psychological well-being.

The evidence for the benefits of spending time in nature is compelling enough that some areas have trialled so called green social prescribing connecting people with nature to improve their physical and mental health, with a positive impact on happiness and wellbeing.

2. Your hormones reboot

Your body’s hormonal system also joins in the relaxation act.

Willis says that spending time outdoors triggers our endocrine system and lowers levels of cortisol and adrenaline – the hormones that surge when you’re stressed or anxious.

“A study found that people in a hotel room for three days who were breathing in Hinoki (Japanese cypress) oil saw a big drop in the adrenaline hormone and a large increase in natural killer cells in their blood.”

Natural killer cells are cells that tackle viruses in the body. The participants in the study still had elevated natural killer cells in their body two weeks after inhaling the smell.

Essentially nature “calms what needs calming and strengthens what needs strengthening,” is how Prof Ming Kuo from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, summed it up to the BBC.

“A three-day weekend in nature has a huge impact on our virus fighting apparatus and even a month later it can be 24% above baseline.”

Studies also show smaller but still persistent effects from shorter periods spent in nature, she says.

Source: bbc.com

Ghana To Host 3rd Horticulture Expo To Boost Agribusiness Growth

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Flier for the programme

Ghana will host the third edition of the Ghana Horticulture Expo from June 11 to 13, 2026, at the Forecourt of the State House in Accra, as part of efforts to promote agriculture and strengthen agribusiness development in the country.

The three-day event, organised by the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) in collaboration with the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and the Ghana Export and Import Bank, is expected to bring together key stakeholders across the agricultural value chain.

Participants will include farmers, exporters, agribusinesses, investors, development partners, researchers, policymakers, students, and consumers, all converging under the theme: “From Soil to Sovereignty: Building Ghana’s Agricultural Self-Reliance through Innovation.”

Organisers say the 2026 edition will build on the successes of previous expos and is expected to be more impactful, with a focus on promoting innovation, value addition, export growth, and sustainable agricultural development.

The Expo comes at a time when global food systems are under increasing pressure, pushing countries to prioritise local production and economic resilience. Despite Ghana’s rich agricultural resources, significant opportunities in the horticultural sector remain untapped.

The event will feature exhibitions of fresh fruits, vegetables, spices, herbs, processed products, greenhouse technologies, irrigation systems, agritech innovations, packaging solutions, and export-ready commodities.

In addition, participants will engage in business-to-business networking sessions, market linkages, and policy discussions aimed at strengthening Ghana’s agricultural value chain and enhancing its competitiveness on the global horticultural market.

Speaking ahead of the event, President of FAGE, Davies Narh Korboe, emphasised the need for agricultural transformation to build a resilient economy. He noted that Ghana has the land, human capital, and climate needed to achieve food self-sufficiency and compete globally, stressing that agricultural self-reliance must be treated as a national priority.

According to him, the Expo represents a call for collective action through innovation, partnerships, and strategic investment to ensure the country produces what it consumes and exports competitively.

Beyond business opportunities, the organisers say the Expo will also inspire young entrepreneurs and highlight agriculture as a key pathway to job creation, food security, and national development. The Ghana Horticulture Expo 2026 is expected to play a critical role in advancing the country’s quest for agricultural sovereignty and transforming the sector into a driver of economic growth.

 

 

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Temi Otedola, Mr Eazi Expecting First Child

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NANA KWESI COOMSON
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Temi Otedola and Mr Eazi

Nollywood actress and fashion influencer Temi Otedola and Afrobeats star Mr Eazi are expecting their first child together.

The couple announced the news on Thursday through a joint Instagram post, sharing a series of elegant black-and-white maternity photographs and a video from their pregnancy shoot.

The announcement immediately drew widespread reactions from fans, friends and celebrities across social media.

In the caption accompanying the post, Temi quoted a Bible verse from Jeremiah 1:5, writing: “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.”

The heartfelt message added a personal and spiritual tone to the announcement, with many well-wishers flooding the comments section to congratulate the couple on the new chapter in their lives.

Among celebrities who reacted to the post were DJ Cuppy, Sharon Ooja, Nancy Isime, Falz, Banky W and Toke Makinwa.

The pregnancy announcement comes less than a year after the couple’s widely celebrated wedding ceremonies in 2025.

Their union began with a civil wedding in Monaco on May 9, before a lavish traditional Yoruba ceremony in Dubai in July. The celebrations concluded with an intimate white wedding in Iceland on August 8, 2025.

Temi, now known as Temi Ajibade, is the youngest daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola.

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People think I’m joking even when I give serious answers -Pappy Kojo

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Pappy Kojo

Pappy Kojo believes many people in Ghana misunderstand him anytime he speaks publicly.

During his chat on the Sincerely Accra podcast, the rapper said his personality often causes people to treat serious comments like jokes.

According to him, he gets frustrated when interviewers laugh at answers he genuinely means.

“Sometimes I’ll say something serious and people start laughing. I’m like, bro, that’s the truth,” he said.

The rapper explained that because many people see Fante speakers as naturally funny, almost everything he says gets turned into entertainment.

“People think I’m trying to joke all the time, but I mean the things I say,” he added.

Pappy Kojo also pushed back against claims that he intentionally gives controversial answers, insisting some interview questions simply do not make sense to him.

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