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I have never made tribal statements in my political career – Bryan Acheampong
Flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2028 elections and former Agriculture Minister, Bryan Acheampong has clarified that he has never made any tribal comments in his political career.
His response comes after Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia recently addressed claims of tribal politics in the party.
Mr. Acheampong responding to the allegations insisted that his comments were being misrepresented.
According to him, the discussions he raised were about the challenges facing the party and its choice of candidates, not about ethnicity.
He said facts must be respected in such conversations, and party officers should be able to speak frankly without being accused of tribalism.
Mr. Acheampong explained that while the NPP had both a party problem and a candidate problem, the issues were not linked to tribal politics.
He noted that the party’s internal problems could be resolved within three years if handled properly.
He recalled that in the past, the NPP supported Dr. Bawumia because it was believed he could win votes from the North and Zongo communities.
Mr. Acheampong said similar statements about voter appeal were made then without being described as tribal, and therefore his recent comments should not be taken out of context.
He stressed that he had never engaged in tribal discourse and accused political opponents of twisting his words for propaganda.
“This is a political season and things will be twisted. I understand it is part of the game. We are in a post-truth era,” he said.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Z-9 Helicopter Crash: Investigation Board begins work – Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence has announced that the Board established to investigate the recent Z-9 helicopter crash has officially started its work.
According to the Ministry, the Board is chaired by the National Security Coordinator, with members drawn from the Ghana Air Force and the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority.
The Ministry further explained that the United States of America was supporting the work of the Board by providing advice and assistance through investigators from the U.S. Air Force.
It added that the Board may also call on other local and international experts and institutions to assist with the investigation.
The Ministry recalled that on the day of the crash, which occurred on August 6, 2025, a preliminary team was formed to collect evidence in support of the Board’s work.
The team is expected to present its findings to the Board today.
The Ministry disclosed that the Investigation Board had been given 30 days to complete its work and submit a final report.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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WASSCE 2025 begins: Asenso Boakye commends students at Bantama for abstaining from exams malpractice
The Member of Parliament for Bantama, Francis Asenso Boakye, has praised students in his constituency for showing discipline and avoiding examination malpractice as the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) begins.
The MP visited four Senior High Schools in Bantama: Asanteman SHS, Kumasi Girls SHS, Islamic SHS and Bantama SDA SHS to monitor the start of the exams.
A total of 5,370 students from these schools are taking part in this year’s WASSCE.
Mr. Asenso Boakye expressed satisfaction with the orderly conduct of the exams and commended both students and supervisors for their commitment to a smooth process.
He encouraged the candidates to remain focused and diligent, stressing that success comes through hard work and not shortcuts.
He wished the students the best of luck and urged them to make their families, schools and the Bantama constituency proud.
By: Jacob Aggrey
