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Young Parliamentarian’s Forum Visit Ashaiman Municipality
The Young Parliamentarian’s Forum, as part of its project to tour all 276 constituencies in Ghana, began its first visit to the Ashaiman ghetto.
The purpose of the visit was to educate and sensitize the youth particularly those in the ghettos on mental health and the devastating effects of opioid addiction, as well as to explore how best the team can support them.
The President of the Forum, Jocelyn Quarshie, together with the Vice President, Hon. Davis Ansah Opoku, said the visit was not just an educational outreach but a step towards real change.
They stressed the importance of connecting directly with the youth to understand their struggles and find practical solutions.
Madam Jocelyn encouraged the young people to stay away from drugs, noting that drug abuse only leads to destruction. “It’s time to take charge of your future and make better choices,” she advised.
Deputy Clinical Psychologist to Parliament, Mrs. Patricia Benson Gaskin touched on the effects of drug abuse and outlined available support mechanisms.
Ashaiman Municipal Chief Executive, Freeman Tsekpo commended the team for the initiative they have undertaken and appreciated their decision to engage with the youth in the ghettos.
He expressed excitement about the team’s willingness to descend to the level of the “ghetto boys” to interact with them. “We are excited that the team is willing to help create opportunities for these young people to earn a living and find meaningful work,” he said.
The Ghana Highway Authority has announced a temporary traffic management arrangement on sections of the Accra Tema Motorway and the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange as construction work continues on the motorway expansion project.
In a public announcement issued on March 5, the Authority explained that the arrangement forms part of ongoing construction works under the Accra Tema Motorway and Extension Projects.
It noted that the traffic adjustment is required to allow contractors carry out T beam launching works for the expansion of the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange Bridge on the N1 highway.
Under the arrangement, lanes on the N4 northbound carriageway, which serves traffic moving from Accra to Madina, will be temporarily closed.
Meanwhile, the southbound carriageway from Madina to Accra, which currently has four lanes, will be reconfigured into two lanes in each direction to accommodate traffic moving both ways.
The Authority indicated that the temporary traffic changes will take effect from Monday, March 9, 2026 and are expected to last for four months.
According to the statement, the lane reduction is necessary to create a safe working space for construction personnel and to ensure the safety of motorists using the road.
The Authority therefore advised drivers to be cautious, obey traffic signs and cooperate with traffic management officials throughout the construction period.
It encouraged members of the public who require further information to contact its Public Affairs Division through WhatsApp on 0551622244.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The National Chief Imam, Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has congratulated the Government and people of Ghana as the country marks its 69th Independence Day, urging citizens to renew their commitment to national unity and democratic values.
In a statement to commemorate the celebration on March 6, he encouraged Ghanaians to use the occasion to strengthen their dedication to constitutional democracy, economic progress, interfaith harmony and peaceful coexistence.
He observed that the world was currently facing several challenges, including the rise of authoritarian governments and increasing military conflicts among nations.
According to him, humanity was experiencing turbulent times, with genocidal attitudes and violent extremism becoming more widespread in different parts of the world.
The Chief Imam explained that such global developments should inspire Ghanaians to come together and deepen their commitment to nation building while embracing unity in diversity.
He noted that although colonialism left a painful mark on the country’s history, Ghanaians could take comfort in their collective determination to overcome colonial subjugation and build a free nation.
Reflecting on the country’s independence struggle, he indicated that Ghanaians now remembered the victory for liberty rather than the hardship endured during the fight against tyranny.
The National Chief Imam offered prayers for divine guidance and blessings for the President, John Dramani Mahama, the Government and the people of Ghana.
By: Jacob Aggrey
