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ASWIM congratulates Ms Botchwey as Commonwealth Gen. Sec
Ms Shirley Botchwey
The Association of Women in the Media (ASWIM) has congratulated Ms Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey on her election as the incoming Secretary-General of the Commonwealth.
According to ASWIM, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ms Botchwey, brings an exceptional wealth of experience, commitment, and vision to this distinguished role, becoming the first African woman to hold this prestigious position.
This was contained in a statement signed by the president of the association, Mrs Mavis Kitcher and copied to The Spectator in Accra on Monday.
It said the Commonwealth, representing 2.7 billion people across advanced economies and developing nations, including 33 small states and many island nations, stands to benefit from Ms Botchwey’s leadership.
Her election, it stated, highlights the influence and potential of African women in global governance, marking a significant milestone for Ghana and is testament to the impactful contributions of women in international leadership.
“As the seventh Secretary-General, her dedication and expertise in diplomacy are critical. We are confident that her leadership will advance the Commonwealth’s mission of cooperation, peace-building, and sustainable development, fostering unity across its 56 member states. This is inspirational to women in the media and beyond,” it added.
Throughout her tenure as Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, the statement said, Ms Botchwey has exemplified outstanding leadership and advocacy, spearheading Ghana’s role on the world stage, promoting regional security, economic growth, and international partnerships.
It mentioned that her achievements had made her a role model for women in leadership and public service across Africa and the globe.
The statement said Ms Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey’s outstanding achievements underscore her dedication to public service, diplomacy, and women’s rights.
According to the statement, her leadership had enhanced Ghana’s partnerships globally, including with the European Union (EU), China, and the United States.
The Association of Women in the Media (ASWIM), is an umbrella association for female journalists and media practitioners in Ghana, committed to empowering women in media and advocating for equal representation and ethical media practices.
Through its initiatives, they foster collaboration, professional development, and advocacy to elevate the voices of women in the media industry and the entire nation.
By Spectator Reporter
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old driver, Bismark Kpormeno, for possession of a large quantity of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp.
The arrest was made on Sunday, 31 May 2026 by officers of the Tema Highway Patrol Unit during an operation along the Tema-Ada road.
According to police, the suspect was driving a Hyundai Mighty I container truck and failed to stop when signaled. He attempted to evade arrest but was pursued and apprehended at Bondase.
A search of the vehicle revealed twelve 12 sacks and eighty 80 parcels of compressed plant materials concealed in a container and wrapped in sellotape.
Preliminary investigations show the narcotics were allegedly loaded at Kpeve in the Volta Region and were being transported to Ada.
The suspect is currently in police custody assisting with investigations. The truck and exhibits have been impounded for evidential purposes.
The Tema Regional Police Command says it remains committed to combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities.
They also urged the public to support law enforcement by providing timely and credible information on suspicious activities.
Firefighters from the Peki Fire Station of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly to a fatal head-on collision involving a Mercedes-Benz container truck (WR 1553-C) travelling from Nkwanta to Accra and a Mercedes-Benz passenger bus (GR 3215-E) travelling from Battor to Kabiti in the Oti Region.
The crash occurred at Peki-Tsame near Peki Senior High School in the early hours of Tuesday, 2nd June 2026.
A total of forty (40) persons were involved, comprising twenty-one (21) males, fifteen (15) females, and four (4) children.
Through a coordinated rescue operation, firefighters extricated 25 injured casualties, including 23 adults and two children.
Sadly, 15 persons lost their lives, made up of nine males and 6 females.
The injured were conveyed to the Peki Government Hospital for treatment, while the deceased were handed over to the Police, who conveyed them to the hospital mortuary for preservation and further investigation. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
The Ghana National Fire Service has extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and urges all motorists to observe road traffic regulations, avoid dangerous driving practices, and exercise maximum caution on the roads to help prevent accidents and save lives.
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