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AMA Boss commissions three mechanism boreholes
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), Mrs Elizabeth Kwatsoe Tawiah Sackey yesterday commissioned three mechanised boreholes to end the perennial water shortages in some communities at Ga Mashie, a suburb of Accra.
The project which was funded by Madam Peggy Adamafio, President and founder of Relief and Aid International, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), also provided street lighting to help the people to feel safe and reduce crime in the communities.
Addressing chiefs and people of Ga Mashie at a durbar to commission the projects, Mrs Sackey thanked the NGO and said, the mechanized borehole would help the community take care of their water needs.
She said some residents struggle to get potable water in the community and called on benevolent individuals and organisations to partner with the Assembly in addressing critical concerns of the people of Ga Mashie.
Mrs Sackey urged residents in the area to maintain and take proper care of the project to ensure its sustainability and assured them of more developmental projects soon.
She called for a united front among the residents of Ga Mashie to foster growth and development, while admonishing the youth to desist from activities that would destroy their future, and take their education seriously.
Madam Peggy Adamafio, on her part, said the foundation had earmarked two borehole projects for the people of Danchira in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region, and as well provided electricity and streets lights to Tupa and other schools in the Region.
She said the foundation would pay the cost of power needed to support the pumping of the underground water for 10 years to ensure the continuous flow of water for these communities.
Madam Adamafio added that the foundation had provided scholarships to some needy but brilliants student at the tertiary level, stressing that the beneficiaries were selected from communities in Ga Mashie.
BY BERNARD BENGHAN
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
