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Asomdwee Park gets facelift …Atta Mills’ memory lives on
Government officials, members of the Diplomatic Corps, traditional leaders, members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and family members, converged at the refurbished Asomdwee Park in Accra last Saturday to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the passing of former President John Evans Atta Mills.
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It was a solemn occasion which, among other things, witnessed the unveiling of a bust in memory of the third President of the Fourth Republic as the dignitaries laid wreaths on his tomb.
Most Reverend Dr. Paul Boafo, The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana, speaking at the ceremony, admonished Ghanaians to uphold the good traits of the former President who earned the title ‘Asomdwee Hene’ (King of Peace) during his reign.
President Akufo–Addo, in his address, recounted events leading to the renovation of the park and expressed satisfaction at the work done, saying the park “befits the final resting place of a President of the Republic of Ghana.’’
President Atta–Mills died on July 24, 2012 while in office. President Akufo–Addo reiterating his condolences said “the man from Ekumfi Otuam will not be forgotten.”
Members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) later in the day also honoured the late President at the same venue where the virtues and the contribution of President Atta Mills to national development were extolled.
Wreaths were laid by former President John Dramani Mahama who was accompanied by his former running mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang. The party’s General Secretary, Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia, and the Chairman, Mr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, were also present.
Other dignitaries were Mr. Haruna Iddrisu, the Minority Leader in Parliament; Mr. Felix Ofosu Kwakye, Former Deputy Information Minister; Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu, among others.
The park which was redesigned by the Coastal Development Authority has an ICT lab, a library, cafeteria, restrooms, among other facilities for the general public and VIPs.
A commemorative tree planting was also done as part of the remembrance service.
By Pamela Davordzie & Elizabeth Ackon
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Health Minister leads delegation Mimi Darko’s appointment as AMA Director General
Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, Minister for Health and Member of Parliament has led a delegation to secure the appointment of Dr Delese Mimi Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Food and Drugs Authority, as the Director General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA) during the ongoing 2nd Ordinary Session of the Conference of State Parties in Kigali, Rwanda.
This prestigious appointment, achieved through a competitive process, marks a proud and historic moment for Ghana and the entire continent.
It highlights Dr. Darko’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to enhancing public health and regulatory systems across Africa.
The Minister expressed his deep appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama for his strong support and leadership throughout this process.
Mr.Akandoh congratulated Dr. Mimi Darko and Team Ghana for their incredibly successful campaign.
The AMA was established by the African Union on November 5, 2021, with the primary objective of improving access to quality, safe, and effective medical products throughout the continent. Its creation aims to facilitate the regulation and oversight of essential medicines at a continental level while promoting collaboration among African countries and regions.
The Agency’s mission is to provide leadership in creating an enabling regulatory environment for the pharmaceutical sector in Africa, ensuring that the African population has access to essential medical products and technologies.
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Police arrest five suspects involved in robbery cases in Ashanti Region
The Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) in the Ashanti Region has informed the public about a recent breakthrough in the fight against armed robbery in the Denchemuoso District.
Following a series of robbery incidents in the area, on April 22, 2025, PID/Ashanti operatives, acting on credible intelligence, apprehended one Michael Owusu Ansah, alias Baby Last, aged 32.
The suspect had been on the police wanted list since 2016 in connection with a robbery and the murder of Police Officer G/Cpl Frank Essel of SWAT/Ashanti, which occurred at the Open Space Hotel in Denchemuoso on May 19, 2016.
During interrogation, the suspect confessed to engaging in multiple street and residential robberies in Denchemuoso, Atwima-Techiman, Asuoyeboah, and surrounding areas.
He also disclosed that his gang operated with knives, pistols, and pump-action guns.
Further investigations led to the identification and arrest of his accomplices, namely:Emmanuel Owusu, alias Cassidy, Maxwell Gyimah, alias Nana Kwame, Sudais Oxford Ntiamoah, alias The Man Sudais and Rhano Okyere, alias Demon
These individuals were arrested from their hideouts within Atwima-Techiman and Denchemuoso.
However, one suspect, remains at large and efforts are underway to apprehend him and recover the weapons used in the robberies.
All five arrested suspects were arraigned before the Atasomanso Circuit Court on May 13, 2025.
They were remanded into police custody and are scheduled to reappear on June 4, 2025.
