Staff Writer
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah has charged the reconstituted 23-member Western Regional Lands Commission Board to work to reduce the land registration processes to 30 working days. He also charged them to take steps to decentralise the registration processes t
The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has condemned in no uncertain terms, the wrong impression and perception being created about Zongo communities in Ghana. "The impression created by some Ghanaians that Zongo communities are just fertile grounds for recruiting violent youth should not be
The Western Region Chairperson of the Trades Union Congress, Shirley Breiman is urging government to expedite action to complete the PTC interchange in Takoradi. Highlighting some challenges facing workers in the region at the May Day celebration, she pointed out the region’s poor roads as a major i
The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has warned Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives in the region against entertaining poor sanitation management in their respective areas. He said his administration would not countenance any lackadaisical attitude that potentially could l
The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has acknowledged the competitive nature of the cement industry in Ghana, saying the development is healthy for job creation and economic development. According to him, despite the growing number of companies operating in the sector, and the competition b
An indigenous mining industry player, Daniel Appiah, has observed that Ghana's economy currently depends heavily on extraction of mineral resources. Therefore, he believes the country cannot survive without mining, and trading of these mineral resources. "Without mining, there is no Ghana, and witho
Chief of Wassa Damang Nana Kwaku Armah II, has urged the youth to avoid drug addiction and prioritize their education to improve their future prospects and capitalize on potential job opportunities. He made this call during a durbar held to celebrate his enstoolment as chief, following his successfu
Fishermen operating at Cape Three Points, where oil exploration activities are taking place, are requesting a physical demarcation of the safety zone from Tullow and its Jubilee Partners to facilitate safe and efficient fishing operations. Their request aims to enhance safety and support fishing ope
Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson and National Democratic Congress (NDC) Regional Chairman Nana Kojo Toku have praised assembly members across the region for their cooperation and commitment to development during the MMDCEs confirmation process. The three-day exercise saw government nominees c
Newly confirmed Amenfi West MCE, Priscilla Yorke, pledges to lead with humility, integrity, and teamwork, focusing on infrastructure, economic growth, and social services.
Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson calls on police to intensify the fight against illegal mining (galamsey), warning of severe threats to Ghana's environment and food security.
The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has revealed that nine (9) sections of the Asem-asa N1 Highways of Takoradi-Accra road, require immediate provisional maintenance works. According to the Minister, thorough assessment carried out by the Ghana Highways Authority indicates that the specifi
Students of the Sefwi Wiawso Nursing and Midwifery College (NMTC-SW) are planning a peaceful demonstration over the possible transfer of their Principal. They say the Principal has played a key role in the school’s development and progress. Under her leadership, roads on campus have been tarred, the
Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur, has praised Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah for the Blue Water initiative. According to her, she is delighted to witness the introduction of the Blue Water Guards, who will tackle galamseyers. Madam Arthur noted that the impact of these
Deputy Defense Minister, Ernest Brogya Genfi, has said that military training is crucial in shaping Ghana's youth, serving not only to bolster defense and security but also to instill valuable life skills and discipline. At the passing-out ceremony of the 453 Blue Water Guards on April 14, Mr Brogya
