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4 grabbed for allegedly possessing 138 slabs of cannabis
Four persons, including a woman, have been arrested by the police for allegedly possessing 138 slabs of cannabis at Hydrofoam Estates near Spintex in Accra last Tuesday.
The suspects, Emmanuel Foli , Juliet Asempapa, George Dzamesi and Prosper Tobo are currently in police custody assisting in investigations.
The Public Relations Officer of the Accra Regional Police Command, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Effia Tenge, told the Ghanaian Times in Accra yesterday.
She said on May 18, the Baastona Police had information that some people were dealing in narcortics at Hydrofoam Estates.
DSP Tenge said a team of police personnel were sent to the scene and arrested the four suspects and confiscated 72 parcels of substances suspected to be cannabis compressed in various shapes from an uncompleted building.
“A Hyundai mini bus with registration number GW 4135-17 was also retrieved together with 66 slabs and five rounds parcels of the suspected cannabis,” she added.
The police PRO said the suspects would soon be arraigned, adding that the exhibits would be sent to the forensic laboratory for analyses.
DSP Tenge appealed to the public to cooperate and share safety and security information with the police to help rid the country of criminals.
The Heartfelt Philanthropy Network and fellows of Elevate Africa Fellowship have visited the Street Academy in Accra to support its efforts to improve the welfare and development of children.
The visit formed part of efforts by the organisations to give back to the community and promote opportunities for children through education, healthcare and other social support programmes.
Ms Yvonne Abba-Opoku, Founder and Director of the Heartfelt Philanthropy Network, said the organisation had supported the Street Academy since 2019 because of its commitment to serving vulnerable children. Read More.
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Alberta Afia Asomaniwa Akoto, popularly known as “Landlady,” has declared her intention to contest as the Parliamentary Candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Okaikwei North Constituency.
In a statement shared on Friday, Ms. Akoto said Okaikwei North has been her home for more than 40 years, where she has lived among the people, shared in their joys and challenges, and built lasting connections with the community.
“I am in the race because I believe our community deserves dedicated service, a listening ear and a strong voice. I am ready to work with you, listen to your concerns and help build a brighter future for Okaikwei North,” she said.
“Dear Okaikwei North, your girl is here one of your own, ready to serve,” she added.
Ms. Akoto said service is not just a responsibility but a commitment to the people and the community they call home.
Having dedicated herself to serving and supporting the people of the constituency, she said she wishes to continue the journey of service with renewed commitment, greater dedication and a stronger vision.
Her vision, she noted, is to build on the progress made, listen to the concerns of the people, empower the youth, support women, create opportunities and champion development that benefits every community in the constituency.
“I believe that together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous and inclusive Okaikwei North,” she added.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
