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The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, made a majestic arrival at Sankofa Square in Toronto for a colourful durbar, using the moment to stress culture and identity as the foundation of Ghana’s global partnerships.

In his opening address to the Ghanaian diaspora community in Toronto, the Asantehene called on them not to forget their roots. ‘Do not lose your identity. Teach your children our language, customs, and values,’ he said.

His Majesty noted that Ghanaians abroad are the country’s greatest ambassadors. ‘You carry the resilience, the intellect, and the warm hospitality of our homeland in your daily lives. Do not lose your identity. Teach your children our language, customs, and our values,’ he told the gathering.

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II said that while his business engagements focused on trade, green energy, and institutional partnerships, the durbar was designed to showcase the cultural infrastructure that underpins those deals.

‘Ghana is open for business, open for tourism, and open for collaboration. I invite our Canadian friends to experience Ghana through the food, the music, the textiles, and the arts displayed in this village. To our diaspora community in Toronto and across Canada, this village is a home away from home – a place to come together, to cheer, and to remember who you are.’

He expressed gratitude to the government and people of Canada for the hospitality that allows Ghanaians to thrive while retaining their identity.

‘The peaceful and welcoming environment you provide allows our people to thrive, build, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to Canadian society while proudly retaining their Ghanaian identity,’ he added.

The Ga East Municipal Assembly has carried out emergency grading on the road leading to the Ga East Municipal Hospital, easing access for patients, health workers, and residents after years of complaints.

The workers were seen using the Assembly’s grader and other equipment following mounting concerns over the road’s poor condition. Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Edmund Agboh, said the move is a temporary fix while the municipality awaits a contractor to begin permanent reconstruction.

‘This was on the direct instruction of Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament (MP), Faustina Elikplim Akurugu, who has pushed hard for road rehabilitation in the constituency,’ Agboh explained during the exercise.

‘Access to healthcare should never be blocked by bad roads. That’s why we acted now,’ he added. Mr. Agboh stressed that poor road conditions had been disrupting emergency services and patient movement, making the intervention urgent.

He reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to upgrading infrastructure and working with stakeholders to solve community challenges. Ga East District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) Coordinator, Seth Agboyie, said deploying machinery shows government’s intent to tackle accessibility quickly at the local level.

‘The hospital serves thousands. We had to respond fast,’ he noted. The grading is expected to improve traffic flow, especially during the rainy season.

The action follows MP Akurugu’s recent Mother’s Day visit to the hospital, where doctors and nurses flagged the deteriorating road as a major barrier to care. She later issued a public appeal, captured in a viral video, demanding urgent repairs and stressing that residents deserve safe access to healthcare.

Locals welcomed the move. Many said the stretch had been in disrepair for years, damaging vehicles and making hospital trips uncomfortable for patients.

They thanked the MP, MCE, and Assembly, but urged authorities to ensure that full reconstruction starts soon.

The Assembly says the grading is part of wider efforts to boost road access and service delivery across the municipality.

Permanent works are expected once the contractor mobilises to site.

Telecel Ghana has engaged final year students of the Mampong Akuapem Senior High Technical School for the Deaf in the Eastern Region, encouraging them to embrace technology and pursue career opportunities in the field to participate equally in Ghana’s growing digital economy.

The interaction, which formed part of the telecommunication operator’s inclusive customer support initiative for people with special needs, known as SuperCare, brought together about 160 final year students, who were enlightened about digital career pathways and tailored connectivity packages for the Deaf community.

Welcoming the SuperCare team, headmistress of the school, Madam Philomena Kakra Buckman commended Telecel Ghana for its longstanding partnership with the school and its consistent support for workplace inclusion and career development for Deaf people.

‘We appreciate Telecel Ghana for continuing to stand with our school and students. Opportunities like these expose our young learners to possibilities beyond the classroom and remind them that their disability should never limit their ambitions,’ Madam Buckman said.

Speaking at the session, Rita Adiase, Experience Centre and Customer Operations Manager at Telecel Ghana, introduced students to the Telecel SuperCare initiative, specifically highlighting the available customer support channels, internship opportunities, national service placements and potential full-time career pathways within the company.

‘Technology has opened doors that were once inaccessible to many people with disabilities. We want you all to know that you belong to the digital future, and that Telecel Ghana is creating an enabling ecosystem where you can learn, grow and build careers with confidence and a sense of belonging,’ she said.

She also encouraged students to take advantage of relevant digital tools and the highly affordable connectivity packages by the telco to continue learning and exploring opportunities after graduation.

The engagement included the distribution of free SuperCare service SIM cards and branded souvenirs for the students.

Speaking on behalf of the graduating class, the student representative expressed their collective gratitude for the visit and said the interaction had strengthened students’ confidence about their future.

‘This session has shown us that there are opportunities available for us and that we can also work in technology and other professional fields. It has encouraged us to believe in ourselves and our future,’ she said using sign language.

The visit is part of Telecel Ghana’s tireless efforts to promote inclusion for the Deaf community and persons with disabilities. Through its SuperCare initiative, the telco has been building partnerships with tertiary institutions where sign language is taught, helping to introduce students to careers and create pathways for talent recruitment into the telecommunications industry.

The Telecel Play App includes accessibility features that enable persons with disabilities to access digital content and services through an intuitive smartphone experience. For customers without smartphones, the SuperCare quick code (*494#) provides an accessible alternative for support and service access.

During the 2025 International Week of the Deaf in Saltpond, Telecel Ghana advocated for the mainstreaming of sign language in schools and public service delivery, highlighting its importance in improving access to healthcare, education and employment for Deaf persons.

Through the Telecel Ghana Foundation, Deaf students participate annually in STEM and digital skills training during the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, where they are introduced to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. These initiatives reflect Telecel’s broader commitment to embedding accessibility and inclusion into its digital transformation agenda.

According to Ghana’s 2021 Population and Housing Census, more than 211,000 Ghanaians are Deaf or hard of hearing, while over 470,000 people live with varying degrees of hearing loss.

The Attorney General is set to call a first witness in the trial of former Chief Executive Officer of National Food and Buffer Stock Company Limited (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, who are accused of stealing and causing financial loss to the state totalling GHS62.6 million.

This followed the completion of case management conference (CMC) by the prosecution which has supplied all the document it will be relying on for the trial, including witness statements and attached exhibits.

The couple are facing a total of 20 charges, including defrauding by false pretences, stealing, wilfully causing financial loss to the state, money laundering, using public office for profit, dishonestly receiving and intentionally causing financial loss to the state.

Further Disclosures

The court, presided over by Justice Francis Achibonga, yesterday refused an objection by Godfred Yeboah Dame, counsel for Mr. Abdul-Wahab that the case management conference could not be completed without the prosecution furnishing the accused persons with some further disclosures they have requested.

Mr. Dame had argued that the combined effect of various sections of the Practice Direction on Disclosures and Case Management in Criminal Proceedings, 2018, the prosecution is required to furnish the defence with the documents requested before the case management conference can be completed.

He submitted that all the provisions in the practice direction are in furtherance of Article 19 Clause 2 (e) and (g) of the 1992 Constitution which effectively require the accused persons to be aided with any facility in the possession of the prosecution, including the facility to examine any witness to be called by the prosecution.

Mr. Dame’s objection came at the back of what he described as complete disregard for a request he filed for the disclosure of some 69 documents which he argues are necessary for Mr. Abdul-Wahab to adequately prepare his defence as the prosecution is set to call its first witness.

He said although he had written to the Office of the Attorney General requesting for the documents on June 11, 2026, he had not received any response from the office till date.

‘…In this situation, there has been a complete disregard for our request about whether the documents exist or they are not in the possession of the prosecution,’ he pointed.

Mr. Dame, therefore, prayed the court to grant a request for the prosecution to disclose these documents.

Objection

The objection was opposed by Esi Denta Yankah, a Principal State Attorney, who argued that Mr. Dame’s submissions were contrary to the practice direction he quoted from.

She argued that no provision has been made in the said practice direction that until the prosecution furnishes the accused with ‘any and every document that they might request from the prosecution, the case management conference is to be held hostage,’ adding that it cannot be the position of the law.

Ruling

Justice Achibonga, in a ruling, was of the view that an accused person would be deemed to have been afforded the materials needed to prepare his defence if same is done within a reasonable time before trial.

He said he did not share the view that further disclosures not made at case management conference (CMC) in itself could impede an accused person from preparing his defence.

The trial judge disagreed with counsel for the accused that because the request for further disclosures has not been met CMC could not be completed.

Justice Achibonga added that once the prosecution had indicated that they have completed their CMC, and unless there is the need to amend witness statements or an indication to file further documents, ‘CMC should come to an end and suit adjourned for trial without prejudice to the rights of the accused to request further disclosure or entitled to same.’

He, however, urged the prosecution to ensure that the further disclosures requested by the accused persons are provided within reasonable time to enable them prepare for trial.

Release Phones, Laptops

Meanwhile, the court has ordered the prosecution to release some mobile phones and laptops confiscated from the accused persons during their arrest within 14 days.

This followed a protest from defence lawyers that once the prosecution did not include the electronic gadgets to their case and once they have closed the investigation and CMC, the devices ought to be released to their owners.

As global investors increasingly look to Ghana’s energy, infrastructure and industrial sectors, Group CEO of Zilex Holdings and Hostplace Group, Eng. Alex Omaghomi, MNSE, has called for greater investment in indigenous Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) capacity.

He argued that local execution capability will be critical to Ghana’s ability to attract, retain and maximise long-term investment.

Speaking on the sidelines of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 in London, Eng. Omaghomi highlighted the critical role of Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) companies in transforming investment commitments into tangible development outcomes across Africa.

According to him, Ghana remains one of West Africa’s most promising investment destinations, with significant opportunities across infrastructure, agriculture, industrial development, housing, energy, and logistics.

‘As investors increasingly look towards Africa, Ghana stands out as a market with strong potential for sustainable growth. However, investment must be matched by execution capacity. The real measure of development is not the value of commitments announced at conferences but the projects successfully delivered on the ground,’ he said.

Drawing on his experience leading EPC projects across Sub-Saharan Africa and the United Kingdom, Eng. Omaghomi noted that engineering and infrastructure delivery will remain central to achieving Ghana’s long-term development objectives, particularly in areas that support industrialisation, food security, urban development, and job creation.

Eng. Omaghomi noted that Ghana’s ambition to become a leading destination for investment in West Africa must be matched by deliberate efforts to strengthen local engineering expertise, project management capabilities, technical training and participation of indigenous firms in major infrastructure and energy projects.

‘The nations that will benefit most from the next wave of energy and infrastructure investment will not simply be those that attract capital. They will be those that build the capacity to execute transformational projects and retain more value within their economies.’

He further called for deeper collaboration between governments, investors, financial institutions, development partners and private-sector project delivery firms to ensure that investment commitments translate into measurable economic outcomes.

For Zilex Holdings, participation in the summit reflects the company’s commitment to supporting agriculture, real estate and oil and gas infrastructure delivery, industrial growth and sustainable development across Ghana, Nigeria and the wider African continent.

The Black Stars have returned to their training base in Rhode Island following Wednesday’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

After claiming all three points in Toronto, the Ghana squad arrived back in Massachusetts in the early hours of Thursday before heading directly to their camp in Providence to begin preparations for their next assignment.

Coach Carlos Queiroz’s side was scheduled for a recovery session at Bryant University on Thursday evening as attention quickly shifts to a crucial clash against England.

The victory over Panama has boosted confidence within the camp, with Ghana aiming to carry that momentum into their second group-stage encounter against the Three Lions.

Queiroz praised his players for their determination and resilience after the win, highlighting the team’s commitment in securing a positive start to the tournament.

Forward Antoine Semenyo, who was named Most Valuable Player against Panama, also expressed confidence ahead of the England showdown, insisting the Black Stars are ready to ‘prove a point’ on the world stage.

Ghana will remain in Providence for several days of training before travelling to the venue for the highly anticipated fixture, as the Black Stars seek another positive result to strengthen their chances of progressing from Group L.

The entire Samreboi township in the Wassa Amenfi District of the Western Region, has been submerged.

The vibrant, resource-rich town famous for being a powerhouse of timber production got submerged after about two days of heavy rainfall in the area.

According to information gathered, the heavy rains caused the Tano and Samre Rivers in the area to burst their banks, and submerged houses, roads, shops and schools among others.

The floodwater has also submerged chop bars, cocoa farms, filling stations and car washing bays.

Drivers of commercial vehicles are having hectic time transporting passengers to and from the communities.

Some of the affected residents have become stranded, as the floods submerged their rooms and destroyed properties and food items.

DAILY GUIDE learnt that the affected residents who could have sought refuge in churches and schools in the area cannot do so because all those areas have been affected.

Most of them had to leave the area to lodge with their relatives and friends in nearby towns.

Some residents blamed the situation on the intensity of illegal mining activities, also called galamsey, in the area currently.

Some also attributed the problem to dumping of refuse and construction of buildings on waterways, while others indicated that the river normally bursts its bank after a downpour.

The victims are calling on government to come to their aid and supply them with clean water and food, as well as medical assistance.

The 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) has been marred by pockets of indiscipline nationwide, prompting the Ghana Police Service to warn final-year students that violent post-exam celebrations will not be tolerated.

The warning comes after students of Bawku Senior High School in the Upper East Region staged a protest over strict enforcement of WASSCE rules. The students turned on teachers, vandalised school property, burnt motorbikes, destroyed electricity meters and water lines, and ransacked staff residences.

Two teachers were assaulted, with one suffering severe injuries and referred to the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital.

A similar incident occurred at Zebilla Senior High Technical School, where two final-year students were arrested by police in connection with the arson of a teacher’s apartment. Across the country, destruction of school property by final-year students after WASSCE has continued, with viral videos on social media showing candidates vandalising furniture and books.

In a statement signed by Chief Inspector Brigitte Babanawo, Public Relations Officer of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the police urged candidates to remain disciplined and law-abiding as they complete the exams today, Friday, June 19.

The Service cautioned that violence, vandalism, arson, assault, and other criminal acts often linked to post-exam celebrations carry serious legal consequences.

‘Any student found engaging in unlawful conduct will be arrested and prosecuted,’ the statement said.

The CID also called on students, parents, guardians, and school authorities to promote discipline, respect, and peaceful celebrations after the exams.

The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), has called for stronger oversight and greater participation of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the implementation of petroleum revenue-funded projects, following its inspection of projects in the Eastern, Volta and Oti regions.

The committee in its report issued on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 raised concerns over stalled abandoned health facilities, deteriorating infrastructure, non-functional water systems and discrepancies in reported road works of projects financed through the Annual Budget Funding Amount (ABFA).

The inspections conducted between May 24 and 29, 2026, forms part of PIAC’s constitutional mandate to independently monitor and evaluate the management and use of petroleum revenues under the Petroleum Revenue Management Act (PRMA).

The committee mentioned that the Ehi-Dzodze Road project in the Volta Region reported to have been surfaced with bitumen still remains untarred despite ABFA funding recorded.

‘Community members informed the committee that only drainage works were undertaken, prompting calls for further clarification from the relevant authorities’.

In the Eastern Region, PIAC found that a three-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities at Kamalo D/A Junior High School had been completed but remained unused because of a bat infestation.

At Maame Krobo, a community-based mechanised solar-powered water system had been completed but was out of service due to a breakdown. Also sections of pothole patching works on the Maame Krobo Regional Boundary Road had already begun deteriorating, raising concerns about the quality and durability of the intervention.

The committee also mentioned that construction of the Agenda 111 hospital project at Tease had stalled and that the project was currently abandoned.

In the Oti Region, PIAC found that newly constructed 40-seater open market stalls in the Biakoye Constituency remained unoccupied. Traders told the committee they were unwilling to use the facility because the stalls were too small for their business activities.

It also identified delays were also noted at the two-storey Administration Block project in Jasikan, which was only about 60 per cent complete, forcing staff to operate from a partially completed bungalow temporarily converted into office space. The Agenda 111 hospital project at Jasikan was found to be at the foundation stage.

According to the report, at the Aflao Border, a police post funded through the ABFA was operational but lacked basic utilities and equipment stating the facility ‘currently lacks electricity, water supply, ventilation and adequate office equipment.’

The report further noted that despite some of the challenges the team observed, it mentioned several positive outcomes from petroleum revenue investments citing for example the completion of boreholes constructed at Kubease and Bodua in the Eastern region which were providing reliable water supply to the beneficiary communities.

‘The construction of two senior staff bungalows at Jasikan was found to be about 98 per cent complete. While the project was near completion, the Committee identified a few defects requiring attention before final handover,’ parts of the report revealed.

The committee also reported progress on the Afram Plains Agricultural Zone irrigation project at Konadu Enclaves.

In the Oti Region, the committee mentioned that spot improvement works on the Nkonya-Tepe-Toklosu Road were about 90 per cent complete and were already ‘providing improved access for motorists and residents.’

The committee also stated that the 1,000-metric tonne warehouse at Dzodze in the Volta Region, which became operational in November 2025, is currently being used by the National Buffer Stock Company.

While acknowledging the developmental benefits of ABFA-funded projects, PIAC maintained that concerns over maintenance, project quality, delayed completion and non -involvement of some stakeholders continue to affect projects.

President John Dramani Mahama has indicated that today’s generation bears no guilt for slavery but has a duty to dismantle the inequalities it left behind.

Speaking at the opening of the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, President Mahama told heads of state, foreign ministers, scholars, and diaspora leaders that no one alive today built slave ships or wrote laws that commodified humans.

‘History does not ask us to inherit guilt, but it asks us to inherit responsibility,’ he said.

The test, he argued, is not guilt over the past but willingness to confront its lasting consequences. He noted a growing global readiness among governments and institutions to face slavery’s history openly.

To move from recognition to implementation, President Mahama announced three panels to anchor the next phase of international efforts.

The first is a Global Advisory Panel on Reparatory Justice made up of heads of state and government, eminent leaders, and public figures. It will provide strategic guidance to advance international dialogue and cooperation.

The second is an Expert Panel on the Restitution of Cultural Artefacts, which will support efforts to return cultural properties, archives, sacred objects, and historical treasures taken during the colonial and slavery eras to their communities of origin.

The third is a Global Legal Panel on Reparatory Justice, bringing together jurists and legal scholars to develop approaches grounded in international law, human dignity, and justice.

President Mahama stressed the panels will not replace governments or existing institutions.

‘Rather, they are intended to strengthen that work by providing intellectual, technical and policy support,’ he said.