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Capt. Prince Kofi Amoabeng, Rtd. Appointed to Africa 2100 Board of Advisors
Africa 2100 NFP is has announced the appointment of Capt. Prince Kofi Amoabeng, Rtd. Affectionately called(PK) to its Board of Advisors.
He brings extensive experience across multiple industries and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation—qualities that align perfectly with Africa 2100’s mission and strategic objectives.
In his role on the board,Mr.Amoabeng will leverage his expertise in corporate governance, strategic planning, and operational efficiency to help guide the organization toward sustained success.
He joins an esteemed group of professionals committed to advancing Africa 2100’s mission: improving lives in underserved communities by empowering aspiring entrepreneurs with the education and support they need to succeed.
Amoabeng is a former military officer with the Ghanaian Armed Forces and is widely recognized for his impact on the lending industry in Ghana.
He founded Unique Trust Financial Services with just three employees, transforming it into the successful holding company UT Holdings, with multiple subsidiaries.
In addition to his entrepreneurial achievements, he is the author of several books on leadership and management and is the founder of the PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation.
His contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including the Lifetime Achievement Award for Innovation in Africa and Overall Best Entrepreneur at the Ghana Entrepreneurs Award.
They added,“We are thrilled and honored to welcome PK to our board,” said Chudi Obiaya, Founder of Africa 2100. “His insight and experience will be invaluable as we continue to expand efforts to empower young people through entrepreneurship and deepen our impact in the community. We look forward to his contributions.”
In a related development the African 2100 Cohort two has been launched
The participants will be groomed to pitch their business to potential investors and with the training it is expected that would be able to demonstrate their readiness for investment.
During the 12 weeks of grooming, they would go through the tenets of understanding their customers, business ideation, pricing, viability of business and personal development among others.
At the end, the would have the opportunity on the demonstration day to pitch their business to stakeholders and potential investors.
In a related development the next Africa 2100 Foundation Readiness Program Cohort has been launched
Participants will be equipped with essential business fundamentals, which they will actively apply to their ventures throughout the program. By the end of the program, they will be prepared to demonstrate their readiness to secure the resources needed to achieve their next business milestones.
The curriculum will comprehensively cover critical topics such as business ideation, customer understanding, pricing strategies, and business viability, among others, ensuring a well-rounded entrepreneurial foundation.
The program will culminate in a Showcase event, providing participants the opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a distinguished audience of stakeholders and potential investors, highlighting their growth, innovation, and readiness for investment.”
The Volta North Regional Police Command has secured a conviction of a 27 year old man Mohammed Rafiu for making unlawful entry and stealing church musical instruments at Hohoe in the Volta Region.
On June 5, 2026 the accused was observed near the Faith International Ministry Church carrying a sack containing various items rushing to hail a car.
The witnesses suspected his action and approached to check the content in the sack. The following items were found, One (1) Amplifier, One (1) equalizer, One (1) mixer and
Cross-over Machine all belonging to the church.
The accused was arrested and brought to the Hohoe Police District where he admitted to police to the charges leveled against him.
On Monday June 8, 2026 the accused was put before the Hohoe circuit cout where he pleaded guilty on two counts and was convicted and sentenced to three (3) years for unlawful entry and four (4) years of stealing.
Both sentences are to run concurrently.
The Volta North Regional Police Command has urged the general public to immediately report any suspected criminal activities to the Police for action.
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Dome-Kwabenya MP, Ga East MCE tour flood-prone areas in the constituency, assure victims of support
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome-Kwabenya, Elikplim Akurugu, together with the Municipal Chief Executive for the Ga East Municipal Assembly, Edmund Agboh, and officials of the assembly, have toured several flood-prone communities in the constituency to identify the causes of recent flooding and inspect structures obstructing waterways.
The inspection made on the Monday, 8th June, 2026 formed part of efforts to assess the extent of the flooding, identify structures built on waterways, and develop plans for their demolition to prevent future occurrences.
Some areas visited during the tour included Christian Village, Sesemi, Abokobi Station, Falaku and the Pure Water area, all of which were affected by the recent floods that hit parts of the constituency.
Speaking to the media after the inspection, the MP expressed sadness over the destruction caused by the floods, noting that although no lives were lost, many residents had suffered significant property damage.
She attributed much of the flooding to human activities such as indiscriminate dumping of refuse into drains and the construction of buildings on waterways and drainage channels.
The MP appealed to residents to change their attitudes towards sanitation and environmental management, stressing that the country did not have a deficit of prayers but rather an attitude deficit.
She assured residents that the assembly and its technical team would immediately begin work to address some of the drainage challenges identified during the tour.
Ms. Akurugu sympathised with residents whose homes and businesses were affected by the floods and assured them that efforts were being made to secure relief items to support them.
The Municipal Chief Executive of the Ga East Municipal Assembly, Edmund Agboh, said the inspection was intended to take stock of the causes of the recent flooding, which he described as unprecedented.
According to him, the assembly wants to be proactive by identifying and addressing the factors responsible for the flooding before the next rainy season.
Mr. Agboh blamed part of the problem on the increasing number of structures being erected on waterways and drainage paths, as well as the failure of some residents to comply with building regulations.
He disclosed that many of the structures identified during the inspection would be marked for demolition after the necessary procedures had been completed.
The MCE further announced plans to intensify inspections, particularly on weekends, explaining that some developers often undertake unauthorised construction works on Saturdays and Sundays when assembly officials are not at work.
He said the assembly would collaborate with neighbouring jurisdictions and deploy additional resources to improve drainage systems and reduce flooding in the municipality.
The MCE assured that the assembly will use the findings from the inspection to implement immediate and long-term measures aimed at reducing flooding and protecting lives and property in Dome-Kwabenya.
The Director of Works at the Ga East Municipal Assembly, Engineer Justine Glover, said the team inspected several critical locations along the Dakobi River and other flood-prone areas.
He explained that at Pantang Village, officials directed contractors to excavate and open blocked culvert outlets to allow the free flow of water during rainfall.
At Sesemi, he said the team observed extensive damage caused by upstream developments and the absence of proper drainage infrastructure.
Engineer Glover added that officials recommended dredging drainage channels at Abokobi Station to improve the performance of existing culverts.
He further revealed that some structures identified on waterways at Falaku had been earmarked for demolition as part of efforts to restore the natural flow of water.
In addition to the inspection, the MP and the MCE visited residents affected by the floods in the Pure Water area to offer words of encouragement and assure them of support.
The tour also revealed that many residents had constructed buildings on waterways, while several structures lacked the required building permits, a situation officials said had contributed significantly to the flooding experienced in the constituency.
By: Jacob Aggrey
