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Dome–Kwabenya MP pays tribute to late party stalwarts at NDC recognition and awards ceremony
The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Elikplim Akulugu, has expressed her deepest respect and appreciation to the late Dr. Omane Boamah and the late Dr. Simon Sarpong for their commitment and efforts toward victory in the 2024 general elections.
She made these remarks at the NDC Dome–Kwabenya Recognition & Awards Ceremony held in Accra.
The event, held under the auspices of the Dome–Kwabenya MP, Hon. Elikplim Akurugu, was themed “Twenty Years, One Moment: The Dawn of Change.”
It brought together party leaders, supporters, and grassroots members to celebrate loyalty, sacrifice, and hard work.
The ceremony was used to honour deserving members of the party who have demonstrated immense dedication and commitment to the mission and vision of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Addressing members of the National Democratic Congress, the MP said Dome-Kwabenya had entered a new chapter of progress, accountability, and inclusive development.
She noted that the constituency was gradually seeing improvements in roads, markets, schools, health facilities, and street lighting, adding that efforts were also being made to support young talents and restore the pride of the area.
She explained that the awards ceremony was meant to show appreciation to party faithful whose sacrifices contributed to the party’s success, especially during the 2024 elections.
According to her, the recognition was not just symbolic but a sign that the party valued commitment, loyalty, and hard work at all levels.
Akulugu also emphasised the importance of unity and discipline within the party, stressing that electoral victory depended heavily on grassroots efforts, particularly the work of polling agents.
She said her administration would continue to engage party members and residents to ensure transparency and accountability in governance.
Speaking at the event, the National Chairman of the NDC, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, reminded party members that Ghanaians voted the party into power and would also vote it out if expectations were not met.
He said the responsibility of good governance rested on everyone, not only the President or party leaders.
Mr. Asiedu Nketiah urged party supporters to remain patient and disciplined, noting that government appointments were limited and could not satisfy everyone at once.
He cautioned members against selfishness and internal division, warning that such actions could weaken the party and cost it future elections.
He expressed confidence in the leadership of President John Mahama, saying the President had already begun fulfilling his promises step by step.
He added that if the government performed well and the party remained united, Ghanaians would be willing to give the NDC another mandate.
The National Chairman called for unity within the party, urging members to focus on governance and service to the people rather than internal disputes or the problems of political opponents.
He stressed that unity and discipline were key to the party’s long-term success.
Since becoming Member of Parliament, Madam Elikplim Akulugu has engaged heads of departments to identify challenges in the constituency, visited schools and health facilities to understand their needs.
She has also supported improvements in education and healthcare, strengthened sanitation efforts in collaboration with local authorities, and worked to improve basic infrastructure, including roads and street lighting, across Dome-Kwabenya.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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
