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‘Project Ghanaian values in literary works’
The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), Mr Senyo Hosi, has asked members of the Ghana Association of Writers (GAW) to continue to project the country’s culture through literary works.
He noted that legends such as E.T. Mensah, Kojo Antwi had produced classic literary pieces in the form of music and same could be said of many contemporary artistes, hence the need to document their creativity.
Speaking at the 5th GAW Literary Awards held in Accra recently, Mr. Hosi urged the association to ensure the works of these artists were “studied and celebrated to help awaken the consciousness of Ghanaians.”
He further stressed the need for writers to make their works visible on online platforms and e-book stores to attract global audience.
While praising award recipients, he maintained that “our culture is unique therefore writers must continue to highlight the originality of Ghanaians just as they gave preference to stories from other parts of the world.”
Mr Kojo Mattah, former Managing Director of ARB Apex Bank Limited, in his address also urged the youth to deepen reading habits and take interest in the works of Ghanaian authors.
He said reading was a very important aspect of life but poor reading culture was affecting academic performance as some students read only when there had an examination to write.
Mr Francis Gbormittah, President of GAW, also said that the Association was committed to “stimulating literary creativity among writers in Ghana and inspire them to even do better in promoting Ghanaian values.”
A number of local writers were recognised in eight award categories at the event. Dr. Gheysika Adombire Agambila won the first place with his book’ The Shrinking Bowl’ in the Ayi Kwei Armah Novel Category.
Genevieve Delali Antonio’s ‘She Rescues and Other Stories’ topped the Ama Ata Aidoo Short Story category. Reinfred Addo won in the Atukwei Okai poetry section while Ruby Yayra Goka also won in the Efua Sutherland Children’s Story book.
By Yunusah Essandoh
The Ashanti South Regional Police Intelligence Directorate has arrested two suspects in connection with a robbery attack on an Indian national in Obuasi and a separately planned robbery operation targeting a distribution company in the same area.
On April 16, 2026, Police received credible intelligence that a group of armed men were planning an attack in Obuasi. A police team moved swiftly into the area and arrested suspect Iddrisu Fuseini, also known as “Iddi”, at his hideout in Bedieso, Obuasi.
During interrogation, he confessed to being part of a six-member gang that attacked an Indian national at his residence at New Baakoyeden, Obuasi, on April 12 2026, robbing him of GH₵150,000.00.
He disclosed that the attack was orchestrated following a tip-off from suspect Ibrahim, an employee of the victim, who informed the gang that the victim kept large sums of money.
Further investigations led to the arrest of a second suspect, Shaibu Mohammed, also known as “SM” or “Cicinati”, on 20th April 2026 at his hideout in Gausu, Obuasi. During interrogation, he admitted to participating in the planning of the robbery and confirmed that the gang had further planned to rob a distribution company near Mawuli Hotel in Obuasi.
Investigations have further revealed that both suspects are currently standing trial at the Obuasi Circuit Court in connection with a separate robbery of GH₵600,000.00.
A manhunt is ongoing to arrest the remaining accomplices, identified as Khalifa, Edward, Prof, Waddle, Ebbe, and Ibrahim, and to recover a pump action gun and a locally manufactured pistol believed to be in their possession.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), on April 17, 2026, decorated nineteen (19) senior officers who have been promoted to their next ranks based on the recommendations of the Police Council and approval of the President, John Dramani Mahama.
The ceremony, held at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, forms part of efforts to recognise merit, dedication, and long-standing service within the Ghana Police Service, while strengthening leadership across key operational and administrative levels.
The officers promoted from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP) are Dr. Luke Asue-In-Yeng Zakpaa, Mr. Frederick Agyei, Mr. Duuti Tuaruka, Mr. Arthur Osei-Akoto, Mr. Darko Offei Lomotey, Mr. Eric Ken Winful, Mr. Barnabas Nambont Nasumong, and Mr. Desmond Owusu Boampong.
The IGP and members of POMAB congratulated the officers and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties.
