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Della Sowah thanks people of Kpando for successful Father’s Day Cooking Contest
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Member of Parliament for Kpando, Della Sowah has expressed appreciation to the people of Kpando for a successful Father’s Day Cooking Contest.
The event was Della Sowah way of extending her deepest appreciation to the remarkable fathers in the Kpando community.
According to her, their unwavering commitment, wisdom, and love leave an indelible mark on the lives of their children.
Commemorating International Father’s Day, the took place at the forecourt of Akpini Radio starting from 11 a.m.
Speaking to spectator.com.gh, she said, the event was very successful, adding that it was an extraordinary showcase of talent, flavor, as well as friendly competition between nearly 50 fathers.
She said, “It was a joyful day that brought families and the community together, celebrating the talents and passion of fathers in the kitchen.”
She added that “It was a true testament to the power of food and the bonds it creates.”
Interestingly, the winner will go home with GH₵1,000 in addition to a gas stove and other souvenirs.
Two other winners, the first and second runners-up, were rewarded with GH₵ 500 in addition to a table-top cooker and GH₵ 200 plus a rice cooker, respectively.
Additionally, those who placed 4th and 5th were also rewarded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has taken note of public allegations of extortion and related conduct made against the Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
The allegations were made by the Chief Executive of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi.
In a brief statement, the OSP said it has also received a joint petition submitted by two persons, as well as two separate petitions from other persons, in relation to the same allegations.
“Given the nature of the allegations, the OSP will assess the case and determine whether it falls within its statutory mandate and whether further investigative action is warranted,” the statement said.
The development comes amid a heated public feud between the Minority in Parliament and the leadership of GoldBod over the operations of the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme.
The Minority, led by Afenyo-Markin, has accused GoldBod and the Bank of Ghana of causing a loss of over $1.7 billion, citing the International Monetary Fund’s August 2026 report. The Minority has vowed to pursue the matter as Parliament has reconvened for an emergency sitting.
GoldBod, on the other hand, has rejected claims by some NPP MPs, including Tano South MP Dr Gideon Boako, that it owes the Bank of Ghana GH¢1 billion in overdrafts, describing the claim as “false and malicious.”
In the latest twist, GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi has accused the Minority Leader of extortion and related conduct, an allegation that has triggered petitions to the OSP.
The OSP is mandated under Act 959 to investigate and prosecute specific cases of alleged or suspected corruption and corruption-related offences involving public officers and politically exposed persons.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Kodua Frimpong, has filed his nomination to contest the position of General Secretary again as the party begins its rebuilding efforts ahead of the 2028 general elections.
He was accompanied by party stalwarts and supporters who were in high spirits, expressing confidence that he is the right person to hold the position.
Speaking after filing his nomination, Mr Kodua Frimpong assured the rank and file of the party that he would not disappoint them.
“I can assure you that the faith the rank and file of the party have had in me, I will never disappoint them,” he said.
He also pledged to run a clean campaign devoid of personal attacks.
“I can assure you that our internal campaign will be devoid of personal attacks,” he told his fellow contestants and the rank and file of the party as he seeks to retain his position.
His tenure has seen the party through the 2024 general elections, where the NPP lost power to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) after eight years in government.
The party is currently in a rebuilding phase, with internal elections scheduled to elect new national executives to lead its reorganization towards the 2028 polls.
The General Secretary position is considered one of the most influential in the party’s administrative structure, responsible for the day-to-day running of the party secretariat and implementation of party decisions.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
