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The Ashanti Regional Commander of Prisons, Deputy Director of Prisons (DDP) Ing. James B. Mwinyelle, who also doubles as the Officer in Charge of the Kumasi Central Prison, has described the increase in the daily feeding rate for inmates from GHS1.80 to GHS5.00 as ‘a wonderful development’ that will significantly enhance the welfare of prisoners across the country.

In an exclusive interview with DAILY GUIDE in Kumasi on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, DDP Mwinyelle said the long-awaited adjustment in the feeding rate was a major step towards improving conditions in Ghana’s prisons, where the previous rate had remained unchanged for many years.

‘The increase from GHS1.80 to GHS5.00 is a big jump, and it will go a long way to improve the quality of meals served. Feeding is one of the topmost welfare issues, and once that is taken care of, the health of the inmates will improve, and the pains of imprisonment will be lessened a bit,’ he noted.

He revealed that the Kumasi Central Prison, which currently houses over 1,600 inmates, has already begun revising its food menu to ensure that prisoners feel the full benefit of the increase.

‘It will not be business as usual. We are now preparing a new menu to include rice, beans, and groundnuts to meet nutritional and protein requirements. We even hope to serve eggs once a month or every other week,’ he disclosed.

To complement the improved diet, DDP Mwinyelle said the prison administration was expanding its vegetable garden at Bekwai Roundabout to reduce costs and supplement meals with fresh produce.

‘Our Director General, Mrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, has directed that every prison establishment should have a garden, and here in Kumasi, we are already cultivating vegetables. We plan to expand so that a portion of the GHS5.00 will go into carbohydrates, while the vegetables will balance the nutrition,’ he explained.

He further expressed gratitude to the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, and the Director General of the Ghana Prisons Service for their instrumental roles in securing the increase.

‘The Interior Minister has shown great commitment from day one. He told us he would take us out of the ‘orphanage,’ and indeed, we are beginning to see that transformation,’ he said, and also commended the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene for his support.

DDP Mwinyelle cautioned that inadequate feeding often contributes to disturbances and health challenges within prisons, emphasising that the new rate would help maintain calm and improve overall welfare.

Think Prison 360 Initiative

Touching on the Think Prison 360 Initiative launched earlier this year by the Ghana Prisons Service, DDP Mwinyelle said the project aims to reshape public perception of prisons as reformation centres rather than dumping grounds.

‘The initiative is a reset agenda for the Ghana Prisons Service. It reminds society that the prison is not a place to dump people. When the state fails to invest in reforming inmates, everyone becomes unsafe,’ he remarked.

He appealed to relatives, philanthropists, and the general public to continue supporting the prison system through donations, partnerships, and advocacy to sustain reforms and improve inmate welfare.

‘The increase in feeding rate is a major step forward, and we are exceedingly grateful to the government. But as Oliver Twist, we will always ask for more-perhaps GHS10.00 next year,’ he concluded with optimism.

Prudential Bank has kicked off its breast cancer screening campaign in Takoradi, marking the first of five screenings scheduled across the country this month.

Over 300 women participated in the event held at the Church of Pentecost premises at Kwesimintim with the aim of raising awareness on breast cancer.

Head of Brand at the Bank, Jamilla Disu, said ‘the screening is part of our annual initiative to promote breast cancer awareness and encourage people to check for early detection. We believe that early detection is key to saving lives.’

She indicated that similar screening exercises will be conducted in Accra, Tema, Kumasi, and Tamale, providing essential health services to communities across the country.

‘Last year, the Bank screened over 1,200 individuals, with 327 screened in Tamale alone. This year, our target is to exceed this number. The beauty of it is that we are visiting the same centres we undertook the exercises last year. This way, those who benefitted previously have the chance to be checked again,’ Ms. Disu disclosed.

This initiative is part of Prudential Bank’s ongoing efforts to contribute to the well-being of its customers and the communities it serves.

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, with over 2.3 million new cases diagnosed globally each year. Men are at risk as well even though it is more prevalent in women. Early detection and treatment can significantly improve outcomes and survival rates among the population.

In Ghana, breast cancer is a significant health concern, with many cases being diagnosed at advanced stages.

Six people, including a month-old baby, sustained gunshot wounds after a man identified as Kofi Cole allegedly fired shots indiscriminately during a celebration at Kwabenakwa in the Obuasi East Municipality on Tuesday.

The tragic incident, reportedly, followed a court ruling on the Kwabenakwa chieftaincy dispute, which went in favour of one of the rival families. In the heat of jubilation, some members of the victorious faction took to the streets in a tricycle (Pragyia), firing gunshots into the air to express their excitement.

According to ABN’s Senior Correspondent, Chukwu Joseph, eyewitnesses and some relatives of the victims confirmed that the gunfire came from Kofi Cole, who is said to be related to one of the winning family members. Stray bullets struck six bystanders, including the baby, leaving the community in shock and panic.

The Assembly Member for Kwabenakwa, Mr. Charles Abu, in an interview, expressed deep concern over the incident. He said he rushed to the scene upon hearing the gunshots and assisted in transporting the injured victims to the hospital for treatment.

He described the act as reckless and called on the police to ensure that justice is served.

Police have since launched investigations into the matter, while residents of Kwabenakwa have appealed for calm as the victims receive medical attention.

Executive Council member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Eugene Nobel, on Tuesday officially welcomed participating regional teams to the maiden U-15 Elite Girls Championship at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.

In his address, Mr. Nobel encouraged the young players to make the most of the platform to display their skills and reaffirmed the Association’s commitment to advancing women’s football development across the country.

‘On behalf of President Kurt Okraku, it’s my pleasure to welcome you to this historic maiden U-15 Girls Championship,’ he said.

‘This marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s women’s football, showcasing immense talent and potential. The GFA remains dedicated to providing opportunities for young talents to shine, learn, and grow.’

Mr. Nobel expressed appreciation to GFA President Kurt Okraku for his leadership and vision, which, he noted, had made the championship possible. He further urged the players to see the tournament as a stepping stone in their football journey.

‘This championship is about talent identification, skill development, and representing your regions with pride. Seize this opportunity to showcase your abilities, create memories, and build your future in the game,’ he added.

The U-15 Elite Girls Championship forms part of the GFA’s broader initiative to nurture young female footballers and strengthen the foundation of women’s football in Ghana.

A MAN in charge of a new 2018 Toyota RAV4 vehicle, who decided to help another man by giving him a lift from one destination to another, has sadly ended up losing his car to theft.

Isaac Kwadwo Awuah, the unsuspecting victim, was said to have offered a lift or ride to a middle-aged man at Asuofua Polar Junction to Kumasi around 5:30am on October 11, 2025.

In the course of the journey, the unknown middle-aged man somehow managed to rob the unregistered vehicle from its owner and he has since absconded with the vehicle.

The distraught owner of the vehicle later on the same day reported the car snatching incident to the Bohyen Police in Kumasi, who have since started searching for the ‘thief’ to face the law.

‘On October 11, 2025, at approximately 0815 hours, Isaac Kwadwo Awuah of Asuofua New Site, accompanied by his wife, Margaret Awuah, reported that at 0530 hours, he was robbed of his 2018 Toyota RAV4 (pencil color, dark Ashh) by a middle-aged man whom he had given an assistance by way of a lift at Asuofua Polar Junction (Prison junction) to town.

‘Upon receiving the complaint, the District Commander, District Crime Officer led a team to the scene, reconstructed the incident, and circulated lookout messages’, Bohyen District Police Sitrep said.

The report noted that the District Commander and a team of police personnel have embarked on patrols in an effort to arrest the suspect and retrieve the stolen vehicle from him, but the suspect has still eluded arrest.

According to the statement, which the DAILY GUIDE has sighted, the police has informed the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) about the theft to prevent the thief from registering the stolen car. It will be difficult to trace the car if the thief manages to register it.

‘Stringent measures have been put in place to tag the chassis number in the DVLA and Customs systems to prevent potential registration as the car is unregistered’, the police statement indicated.

There was excitement at Makola Market in Accra when Reverend Samuel Yaw Essel, a 52-year-old former banker and minister, received the grand prize of GHS1.2 million to climax the Telecel 2Moorch Money Promo.

The Kumasi-based pastor beat millions of subscribers to emerge winner and become Ghana’s newest millionaire, concluding a four-month nationwide cash rewards campaign by Telecel Ghana.

Throughout the promotion, the company rewarded over 14,000 customers with a total of GH?4.5 million in daily, weekly, and grand draw prizes. Each draw was independently supervised by the National Lottery Authority (NLA) under its Caritas platform to ensure fairness and transparency.

For the recently ordained pastor, the win was nothing short of divine.

‘Two weeks before the call came, I had a dream. I saw my late father holding a bag full of money. He said he came to give it to me. When I woke up, I prayed and wrote it in my diary. I didn’t know how God would do it, but He did,’ Rev. Essel recalled.

When Telecel contacted him, he initially thought it was a scam.

‘I have fallen victim to scammers before, so when Telecel called, I was skeptical. I only believed it after confirming the number on their website. That was when I shouted, ‘God has done it!” he said.

After more than two decades in banking from First Allied Savings and Loans to Okomfo Anokye Rural Bank, Rev. Essel resigned in 2022 to pursue full-time ministry.

He now pastors at the Great Commission Church International and operates a microcredit business in Kumasi.

‘I entered a covenant with God. I was struggling to complete a building project and told Him that if He helped me, I would give back to His work. This prize is an answered prayer,’ he said, adding that he plans to use the money to complete his home, expand his business, invest in his children’s education, and fulfil his tithe pledge.

According to Aneth Muga, Director of Consumer Business at Telecel Ghana, the promo celebrated customer loyalty and the Ghanaian spirit.

‘The 2Moorch Money Promo has shown that opportunity can reach everyone, everywhere,’ she said.

The NLA’s Bright Ofori commended Telecel for its transparency, while the company recalled that last year’s More Money Promo produced another millionaire, Ellen Oparebea Akoi, a nursing student.

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Agona District in the Western Region, has embarked on an exercise to remove and replace unauthorised or fake meters at Benso in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality.

During the exercise, 170 unauthorised meters were removed, 90 new service connections installed, and 41 already regularized fake meters replaced. In total, 300 single-phase meters were installed.

This followed the Agona District’s observation of a growing proliferation of unauthorised meters across several communities within its operational area. The initiative forms part of the region’s goal to reduce system losses by 4 percent this year.

To facilitate the process, the Agona District of ECG set up a customer service desk equipped with the necessary logistics to remove and replace the unauthorised meters.

The Acting District Manager, Ing. Godwin Yao Yabameh, described the exercise as an exceptional example of customer service delivery to the people of Benso.

He said the activity was carried out after extensive engagement with the chief, opinion leaders, and Assembly Members of the community.

Ing. Yabameh explained that the infiltration of unauthorised meters was causing commercial losses and affecting revenue generation.

‘Therefore, with the support of management, the district visited the Benso community to explain the effects of fake or unauthorized meters and to encourage residents to apply for new service connections,’ he said.

He added, ‘Benso is about 54 kilometres from the Agona main district office. Therefore, bringing our services to the doorstep of customers and installing meters within a day is worthy of commendation.’

The Regional Commercial Manager, Emmanuel Sam, commended the initiative, noting that it would enhance customer engagement and improve service delivery.

He added that ECG fully supports the removal of unauthorized meters from its network as part of efforts to reduce system losses.

In a related development, the District Manager for Bogoso, Ing. Benjamin Dodoo, also undertook a similar exercise, during which about 500 unauthorized meters in the Prestea Bondae, Asikuma, and Jakpa communities were replaced.

The General Manager, Ing. Emmanuel J. Ofori, expressed his satisfaction with the initiatives and pledged management’s continued support to provide the necessary logistics and materials to curb the proliferation of unauthorized meters within ECG’s network.

‘We are working closely with the police to root out those who install these fake meters in our system,’ he stated.

Fast-rising Nigerian artiste Mohammed Salisu, known in the music scene as Drela, took the stage by storm at his highly anticipated ‘Homecoming’ show, a dual celebration of his Bad Boy EP launch and his roots. The electric crowd and unmatched energy were a testament to his growing popularity.

The show, which was a defining moment in Drela’s career, featured performances of his hit tracks, including ‘Ice Cream Boy’, ‘Bad Boy’, ‘Rain’, ‘Dem Dead’ and ‘Jekomo.’ His soulful voice and captivating stage presence left the audience in awe.

Drela’s music is a reflection of his eclectic upbringing and musical influences. Born in Jos, Plateau State, he was exposed to a rich musical heritage that has shaped him into the artiste he is today. His ability to fuse various genres into a seamless blend of RandB, Afrobeats, and soulful rhythms has earned him the reputation of being a storyteller with ‘Melodies Never Heard Before.’

The artiste’s journey into music began in the sacred halls of his local church, where he discovered his passion for instruments and vocals. He later pursued formal training at a local music academy, where he honed his skills in vocals, percussion, and songwriting.

Drela’s Bad Boy EP features six tracks that showcase his unique ability to weave together personal experiences, societal observations, and universal emotions into his songs. The EP has been generating buzz in the music industry, with fans and critics alike praising Drela’s innovative sound.

In addition to the EP, Drela has also released several singles, including ‘Japa to Sapa’, ‘Bad Boy’, ‘Rawan Mata’, ‘Nasira’, and ‘I Miss You’. His music is not just about entertainment; it’s about storytelling and capturing the complexity of human emotion.

As Drela continues to make waves in the music industry, his fans eagerly await what the future holds for this rising star. With his talent, dedication, and passion for music, Drela is poised to take the Nigerian music scene by storm.

Fresh from sealing their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Black Stars on Monday extended their joy beyond the pitch with a charitable gesture to the Osu Children’s Home in Accra.

The visit, led by Head Coach Otto Addo and members of the technical team, was aimed at supporting the welfare of the children and strengthening the team’s bond with the community. The donation, made on behalf of the players, included assorted items and a cash contribution.

Otto Addo was joined by Technical Advisor Winfried Schaefer, Assistant Coaches Desmond Ofei Sakyi, John Paintsil, Fatau Dauda, and Kris Perquy, as well as Team Psychologist Gregory De Grauwe, Video Analysts Awal Kamin and others.

Physiotherapists Samuel Ankomah, Major Albert Evedzi, and Edward Ababio, along with Team Manager Ameenu Shardow, were also part of the delegation.

According to the team, the initiative forms part of the Black Stars’ broader commitment to giving back to society and promoting community development through acts of kindness.

The Black Stars secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup-set to be hosted across Mexico, Canada, and the United States-after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Ghana finished their qualifying campaign with 25 points from eight wins, one draw, and one loss.

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that the government has provided Prime Time, the organisers of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), with GHS9.6 million, acknowledging the previous shortcomings.

He made this announcement during the launch of the 2025 edition of the NSMQ in Accra yesterday. He also noted that the number of participating schools in this year’s edition has risen from last year’s 156 to 174.ý

‘This year, the competition has reached another milestone featuring 174 participating schools. A significant expansion,’ he stressed.

He advocated for the inclusion of practical knowledge in the competition, urging the organisers to move beyond theoretical work and explore practical applications as well as research. However, he cautioned that if this approach would undermine the integrity of the quiz, it should be disregarded.

‘Beyond theoretical application, how will we be able to reform the National Maths and Science Quiz to include some research and experiment as part of it? If that will dilute the essence, then I’m all for it, but if that will improve the learning of Science and Mathematics, I’m all for it,’ he explained.

Mr. Iddrisu mentioned that as a part of his desire to encourage the teaching and learning of Mathematics and Science, he is considering establishing a Science and Mathematics centre in northern Ghana. Currently, the only centre that serves all these regions is located in Accra, which requires people from different parts of the country to travel a significant distance.

‘Our policy as a government is to encourage the teaching and learning of Maths and Science. I’m exploring the opportunity to set up a national science centre in the northern half of Ghana, between Sunyani, Tamale and Bolgatanga. There’s none. There is only one behind the police headquarters, where some of you sometimes travel in order to have access to the experiment,’ he disclosed.

He also noted the plight of many students, as many schools lack well-equipped science laboratories to facilitate and enhance the learning experience.

‘Many of you are studying under very difficult circumstances. No science laboratories; they are not adequately equipped to facilitate and enhance your learning. Government will look into that and improve the laboratories of many of the institutions,’ he added.