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Some residents of Asemko in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region have called for immense support to help rebuild the community.

The farming community has currently become a ghost town as most of the residents have left the area as a result of a bloody clash with neighbouring community, Butre, which claimed one life recently.

The clash occurred due to an alleged long-standing chieftaincy dispute between the two communities.

The residents made the call when the Western Regional Security Council (REGSEC), led by the Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, visited the community to assess the extent of damage caused as well as discuss how peace could be restored.

The residents recounted how they had to leave the community without taking anything when the attack started and most houses were set ablaze.

They bemoaned the fact that unresolved chieftaincy disputes fueled the disturbances.

Meanwhile, the REGSEC has vowed to ensure peace prevail between the two communities.

It would be recalled that the disturbances between Asemko and Butre claimed the life of one John Quaocoe, believed to be the brother of the Butre chief, and left many others injured.

The deceased was butchered with a cutlass by some members of the feuding factions.

Property worth thousands of Ghana cedis were destroyed and several houses set ablaze in the mayhem.

According to information gathered, the Asemko community has been under the rule of the Butre chief for so many years.

However, recently the Asemko community claimed that it had gained its freedom and so has the right to install its own chief, which created confusion between the two communities.

The youth in the two communities, wielding guns and machetes, attacked themselves, leading to the death of the Butre chief’s brother.

More than 60 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidates at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) have petitioned the school’s Governing Council to address persistent delays in their graduation, which they say have left them frustrated and uncertain about their academic futures.

The affected students, pursuing Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Public Administration, Leadership and Governance under the School of Public Service and Governance (SPSG), formally submitted their petition through their solicitors, NISSI Consult, Asamoah and Associates, on July 18, 2025.

According to the petition, despite having completed their comprehensive examinations and submitted theses for review, the candidates have not been allowed to graduate.

The letter noted that over the past six years, fewer than eight PhD students have successfully graduated from the programme, even though more than 60 have met the academic requirements.

‘For the past three years, every key academic activity on the PhD programme, particularly the presentation of research proposals and theses, has been halted due to bottlenecks created by a disruptive Ad hoc Committee,’ the petition stated.

The students accused the Ad hoc Committee, which was set up by the school to review theses, of overstepping its mandate and assuming supervisory powers that conflict with the roles of assigned supervisors.

They described the committee as ‘unlawful,’ noting that it is not part of the school’s official handbook or academic framework.

They cited cases where, after months of working with their supervisors to finalise their theses, the Ad hoc Committee provided separate and often conflicting feedback, a practice the candidates described as ‘unprofessional and inconsistent with accepted academic standards.’

The petition further criticised the recent introduction of a ‘Pre-Viva’ session, an additional internal review process before theses are sent to external examiners, which they claim has unnecessarily prolonged the graduation process.

The candidates urged the Governing Council to intervene by dissolving the Ad hoc Committee and directing immediate steps to facilitate the graduation of at least 30 students who have completed their theses by the end of 2025.

They also warned that if their grievances are not resolved promptly, they would petition the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), the Ministry of Education, and the Office of the President, and may resort to a press conference to draw public attention to their plight.

Responding to the concerns, GIMPA’s Deputy Rector, Prof. Ebenezer Adaku, acknowledged the challenges but explained that only the school’s Academic Board has the authority to dissolve the Ad hoc Committee.

He assured the students that management is committed to resolving the issues and has directed that all completed proposals and theses be submitted through supervisors to the committee for prompt review.

Prof. Adaku emphasised the school’s commitment to improving the efficiency of the review process to ensure that students who have completed their work can graduate without undue delay.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates in the Greater Accra Region have embraced Dr. Bryan Acheampong’s campaign as he seeks to be elected as the party’s flagbearer in the upcoming election scheduled for January 31, 2026.

Five days into his regional tour, the energy is electric, the crowds are swelling, and the message is resonating deeply.

From Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro to Trobu, Ayawaso, Adenta, and Dome-Kwabenya, delegates, coordinators, and polling station executives are showing up in force, declaring their confidence in the man many now call the ‘Joshua’ of the NPP.

At every stop, the atmosphere has been charged with chants, cheers, and heartfelt declarations. In Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro, the Constituency Chairman summed it up: ‘Your brand in my constituency keeps growing every single day.’

That sentiment echoed across Obom-Domeabra, Amasaman, Klottey Korle, and Adenta, where Bryan’s message of unity, strategy, and people-first leadership is striking a powerful chord.

Polling station executives are speaking up with clarity and conviction: ‘Bryan is the only candidate who speaks to our real struggles,’ said a polling station executive in Ayawaso West.

‘We’ve seen many come and go, but Bryan feels different. He’s grounded, and he respects the base,’ added a youth organiser in Trobu.

Bryan continues to remind delegates that real power belongs to the grassroots, the men and women who mobilise, sacrifice, and sustain the party.

His commitment to use power as a tool for opportunity, not privilege, has become the rallying cry of his campaign.

Strategically, the signs are clear. The Bryan Acheampong movement is emerging as the dominant force in the race. His campaign merges planning with authentic grassroots connection. Delegates are rallying behind the message.

What’s unfolding in Greater Accra is a political awakening. Bryan is reshaping the race with every handshake, every message, and every constituency visit, the momentum grows stronger.

Gospel musician Edward Akwasi Boateng has cautioned Christians and music lovers to avoid songs by fellow gospel artist Broda Sammy if they genuinely aspire to reach heaven.

Speaking in an interview with Hello FM, the ‘Adea Mepe’ hitmaker declared, ‘If you want to go to heaven, you don’t have to listen to Broda Sammy and his kind of songs.’

The warning follows a recent misunderstanding between the two gospel stars. Weeks ago, Broda Sammy sparked debate when a video of him performing during the one-week memorial of the late Daddy Lumba went viral online.

Edward explained that Broda Sammy’s songs do not align with Christ’s teachings.

‘I am only advising believers. I attend his program, but he doesn’t see me,’ he added.

The statement comes on the heels of a radio spat, where Edward offered Broda Sammy advice regarding controversies surrounding his music. Broda Sammy, displeased with the guidance, responded sharply, insisting he would not tolerate any form of insult under the guise of advice.

This clash has reignited conversations about the content of gospel music and its alignment with Christian teachings, leaving fans and followers divided.

The Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, oops! Acting President, received mention by some radio stations yesterday.

It was one of those rare opportunities when she attracts such mention, which is good because it shows how busy she can sometimes be.

The radio discourse was for good and bad reasons. She penned a statement on the recent Volta Lake tragedy which claimed the lives of eleven children and four adults. It was such a tragedy which unlike an earlier one near Konongo in the Ashanti Region in which over a dozen kids lost their lives, touched her heart.

The statement was an appropriate response from the mother of the nation for which she does not deserve a plaudit; after all she is expected to be caring for her children by virtue of the position she is holding as female Vice President in the country – the first from the feminine gender.

She was even said to be proceeding to the location of the tragedy somewhere in the Oti Region to physically commiserate with the bereaved families.

Looking back at a similar tragedy, not on a lake but on a road near Konongo; fifteen kids of the Obogu Saviour Church perished when they were returning from a religious activity in Koforidua in the Eastern Region.

The July 2025 accident was so heartbreaking that it attracted the attention of many who heard it; the sheer number and the ages of the victims, with some parents losing as many as two kids, had all who heard it talking.

The Vice President did not hear it and could not have expressed sympathy or condolences to the bereaved families.

It was interesting when her spokesperson who, during a TV discussion programme was told about the tragedy, said her boss had not heard about it. She even rebuked the host for not alerting her about the accident.

Anyway, even after the TV programme, no belated expression of condolences from the Vice President was rendered, which makes us wonder whether indeed the spokesperson’s boss did not hear about the Obogu Saviour Church tragedy and the subsequent mass burial of the victims.

The Vice President’s swift reaction to the Volta Lake tragedy and her eventual visit to the Oti Region to physically express condolences to the bereaved families has prompted questions as to whether the nation’s mother is not being selective in her treatment of national issues.

After three or four months since the Obogu Saviour Church tragedy, the bereaved families should be going through the healing process; hearing the swiftness with which the Vice President reacted to the Volta Lake tragedy would have them wondering whether the gesture is not selective. Four legs good, two legs bad, Animal Farm mentality that is.

The development of the nation’s Petroleum Hub at Jomoro in the Western Region has the potential to enhance energy reliability, accessibility, and affordability across the country, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC), Dr. Toni Aubynn, has said.

Dr. Aubynn made the remarks when he paid a courtesy call on the Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, at the Regional Coordinating Council in Sekondi to discuss the progress of the project and reaffirm government’s commitment to accelerating its development.

He emphasised that once fully operational, the hub is expected to generate approximately 700,000 direct and indirect jobs, significantly boosting employment opportunities across the country.

‘If it comes fully on stream, the Petroleum Hub will employ more people than any single entity in Ghana,’ Dr. Aubynn stated, describing the project as a catalyst for industrial growth and economic diversification.

He added that at full capacity, the hub would transform Jomoro into the ‘Rotterdam of Ghana,’ contributing substantially to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and positioning the country as a key energy and petrochemical hub in West Africa.

Dr. Aubynn also announced that the PHDC would soon roll out a training programme to equip young people with the skills required to benefit from the opportunities the project will create.

For his part, the Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, congratulated Dr. Aubynn on his appointment and commended his wealth of experience in both the public and private sectors.

He described the Petroleum Hub as a ‘game-changer’ for the country’s industrialisation and economic transformation, pledging the full support of the Western Regional Coordinating Council for its successful implementation.

Earlier, Dr. Aubynn and his team also paid a courtesy call on the Western Regional House of Chiefs in Sekondi, where traditional leaders expressed strong support for the project.

They, however, urged government and the PHDC to ensure fair compensation for affected communities and individuals whose lands are being used for the development.

Nollywood actress Adesua Etomi-Wellington has opened up about a life-threatening health scare she experienced in June while in the United Kingdom with her husband, Banky W, and their two sons.

In an emotional Instagram post, the Sugar Rush star revealed she underwent an unexpected surgery that could have cost her life. ‘I could have lost my life in June,’ she wrote. ‘What I went through was horrific and ended with an unplanned surgery and strangely, the surgery itself was the least dramatic part of it all.’

Adesua said the ordeal occurred while she was in the UK for two speaking engagements. She credited divine intervention for her survival, explaining that ‘if even one single detail had been different, I wouldn’t be here today. When I think about it, I shudder.’

The actress described the experience as transformative, deepening her faith and renewing her gratitude for life. ‘There’s nothing anyone can tell me, God is real,’ she declared.

She also encouraged her followers to cherish every day and treat others with kindness. ‘Let’s choose to be softer, kinder, gentler, forgiving, patient, loving, and peaceful. I’ll never take another day for granted, neither should you,’ she added.

Daniel Owusu Koranteng, a former employee of Tiger Eye P.I. accused of playing a part in the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale, has been discharged by a District Court in Madina.

This followed the advice of the Attorney General, Dr. Dominc Ayine, asking prosecutors to drop the charges against the businessman who had been facing legal proceedings over the death a man whom the police said was his close friend.

Daniel Owusu Koranteng was accused of abetting two other suspects who are currently on the run to murder Ahmed Suale at his home on January 16, 2019.

He was also facing a substantive charge of murder contrary to Section 46 of the Criminal and Other Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).

Chief Inspector Nana Afua Bamfoa Bamfo told the court yesterday that the Attorney General had advised that the case be discontinued.

The court therefore, struck out the case and discharged the accused.

Daniel Owusu Koranteng had always insisted on his innocence, and the decision to discontinue the case against him now puts further pressure on the police to identify and arrest the two persons who allegedly killed Suale and are said to be on the run.

Prior to this, the court had ordered the police to file a Bill of Indictment on the accused.

The Bill of Indictment includes the charges levelled against the accused person, the summary of the prosecution’s evidence, and the exhibits that would be tendered at trial should the District Court commit him to stand trial at the High Court.

Charges

Daniel Owusu Koranteng was initially charged with one count of murder, but an amended charge sheet includes a charge of abetment of crime contrary to Section 2-(1) of the Criminal and Other Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).

He was also facing a substantive charge of murder contrary to Section 46 of the Criminal and Other Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).

Court documents indicate that the accused had sent pictures of the deceased to Kennedy Agyapong who displayed them on Net2 TV and called for ‘retribution’ against him.

‘Accused person having known the deceased’s place of abode and possible hideouts; led two other culprits currently at large to the house of the deceased where he was shot and killed,’ the documents alleged.

The 2025 edition of the LCB Corporate Games came to an exciting close on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the Nii Adjei Krakue II Sports Complex in Tema New Town, with thrilling football action that crowned new champions in both the Accra and Tema zones.

In the Accra Zone, the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF) emerged victorious after a hard-fought 2-1 win over Unique FC from the Regional Maritime University.

Over in the Tema Zone, Ezzylinks Logistics Company lifted the trophy after edging out Wilmar Africa Ghana Ltd. in a tense penalty shootout.

Korr Bridge finished third in the Accra Zone, while the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) secured third place in the Tema Zone.

The zonal winners walked away with trophies, medals, and cash prizes. The overall champions received GH?20,000 and a trophy, while the first and second runners-up earned GH?10,000 and GH?5,000, respectively.

Individual awards were also presented to the tournament’s top goalscorer and best goalkeeper.

Organised LCB Worldwide Ghana Limited, a leading crisis management and public health solutions company, the 10-week tournament has become one of the most anticipated sporting events within Ghana’s maritime and logistics sector.

This year’s edition brought together 16 corporate teams across two zones, promoting teamwork, collaboration, and wellness among professionals in the industry.

Speaking to the media after the finals, Felix Segbaya, Operations Officer at LCB Worldwide Ghana, expressed his delight at the success of the competition and praised the commitment of participating companies.

‘We are proud as a company that our goals have been achieved. It’s good to see that players who took part in this tournament are now excelling with other teams. In the end, we’re happy and proud of what we’ve accomplished,’ he said.

Representatives of the four finalist teams commended LCB Worldwide Ghana for sustaining an event that brings together stakeholders from ports, shipping, logistics, and allied sectors beyond the workplace, reinforcing unity and corporate engagement.

Beyond the competition, the games also featured team-building activities, corporate networking sessions, and award presentations, further enhancing camaraderie and brand visibility among participants.

As the 2025 LCB Corporate Games concluded, participants and organisers alike celebrated not just the victories on the field but also the shared spirit of unity and excellence driving Ghana’s maritime and logistics industry forward.

THERE WERE wild jubilations in the streets of Asante Mampong when the newly selected Mamponghene and occupant of the Silver Stool of Asanteman, was officially outdoored on Monday afternoon.

Known in private life as Leslie Nkansah Osei-Bonsu, the 51-year-old Asante Mampong royal and Software Engineer, was introduced to his people by Nana Agyakoma Difie, the Asante Mamponghemaa.

The excited people then started singing victory songs, amid shouts.

Viral Video

In a video circulating on social media platforms, the elders of Asante Mampong were seen coming out from a room, perhaps after a crunch meeting over the selection of the new chief.

Significantly, all the attendants of the meeting were partly smeared with white powder, which in Asante tradition indicates good news or an important achievement.

Nana Agyakoma Difie, who presided over the closed-door meeting, also came out from the room and lifted the hands of the newly selected traditional leader, sparking jubilations.

Leslie Nkansah Osei-Bonsu was then carried through some principal streets of Asante Mampong for his people to know that the vacant Mampong stool has been successfully filled.

Oath of Service

According to reports reaching the DAILY GUIDE, the new chief, will at a date yet to be announced, swear the oath of service to his people during a colourful durbar.

This important traditional programme is expected to take place in Asante Mampong, where he would officially be introduced to his people as their new traditional leader.

Oath of Allegiance

After the Asante Mampong ceremony, the new chief would proceed to the Manhyia Palace at a different date to swear the oath of allegiance to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

The ceremony at the Manhyia Palace would officially legitimise his status as the Asante Mamponghene and the occupant of the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom.

Educational Background

Born on March 14, 1974, Leslie Nkansah Osei-Bonsu attended the City of Kumasi School. He proceeded to Prempeh College and then to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), where he studied Geometric Engineering.

He had his first Master’s degree in Geo-Information and Earth Observation at the University of Twente, Netherlands, and his second Master’s in Computational Science and Engineering at the University of Munich, Germany.

Work Experience

According to information making the rounds, the new chief also has two decades experience as Senior Software and Geospatial Systems Strategist. He is also a Product and Service Group Manager at GAF AG, Germany.

Predecessor

The new chief would succeed the immediate past Asante Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, who joined his ancestors few months ago after short illness.