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John Dumelo apologises to Lydia Alhassan
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Ayawaso West Wuogon, John Dumelo has expressed remorse for some words uttered publicly against the sitting Member of Parliament(MP).
During a heated public engagement with New Patriotic Party (NPP) opponents on TV3, Dumelo had suggested that Lydia Alhassan was responsible for the death of her late husband, who was the MP for the constituency until his passing.
In a statement, John Dumelo noted that “I apologize and unreservedly retract my previous comments.I extend my sincere and unconditional apologies to Hon. Lydia Alhassan for my remarks during the Media General public engagement (Community Manifesto) concerning the death of her husband.”
He said, “To everyone who knows me, both in my private life and political activities, it is clear that those statements do not reflect my values or what I stand for.”
John Dumelo added that “My comments were in response to personal attacks by supporters of the honorable minister, including false allegations regarding my mother’s death. However, I recognize that my reaction was inappropriate.”
“I want to assure the people of Ayawaso West Wuogon of my full commitment to the development and progress of our constituency.I sincerely apologize and retract my statements,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Read the full statement below
Public Apology
I apologize and unreservedly retract my previous comments.
I extend my sincere and unconditional apologies to Hon. Lydia Alhassan for my remarks during the Media General public engagement (Community Manifesto) concerning the death of her husband.
To everyone who knows me, both in my private life and political activities, it is clear that those statements do not reflect my values or what I stand for.
My comments were in response to personal attacks by supporters of the honorable minister, including false allegations regarding my mother’s death. However, I recognize that my reaction was inappropriate.
I want to assure the people of Ayawaso West Wuogon of my full commitment to the development and progress of our constituency.
I sincerely apologize and retract my statements.
John Setor Dumelo
(NDC Parliamentary Candidate, AWW)
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Family of late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings thank Ghanaians, invites tributes to celebrate her legacy
The Agyeman-Rawlings and allied families have expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ghanaians and friends around the world for the immense love and sympathy shown following the sudden passing of Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana.
Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
In an announcement, the family invited individuals, groups, and institutions who wish to honour her memory to submit tributes via email to TRIBUTES@NANAKONADU.ORG.
They encouraged friends and well-wishers to share their personal experiences, photographs, videos, and memories of how the late former First Lady touched their lives through her work.
According to the family, those who prefer to submit hard copies may deliver their tributes and photos to Trudy at the Office of Former President Rawlings, located at No. 1 Sekou Toure Link, Ridge, near the Ridge Hospital.
The family urged that all tributes be submitted within two weeks of the announcement.
The family expressed appreciation for the continued prayers, kind words, and support they have received during this difficult period.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, says government will build rehabilitation centers across the country to tackle rising cases of drug and opioid abuse among the youth.
He explained that the centers will not be set up solely to address betting addiction, as reported earlier, but to help young people struggling with substance use and mental health challenges.
According to him, government-owned rehabilitation facilities are few, making it hard for victims to access proper care.
Mr. Opare Addo urged betting companies and other private organizations to support the project as part of their corporate social responsibility.
He said the initiative aims to give young people the help they need to overcome addiction and live productive lives.
By: Jacob Aggrey
