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Drug abuse among youth alarming- Stephen Amoah warns
The Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Stephen Amoah, has raised concern over what he describes as the growing problem of drug abuse among young people in Ghana.
He warned that the situation is becoming a serious threat to the future of the country.
Speaking with the media, he observed that drug use was becoming common in many communities.
He noted that in almost every area one visits, there are visible signs of drug activity involving young people.
He described the trend as extremely alarming and stressed that it is damaging the health, productivity, and well-being of the youth.
He added that the problem, if not addressed, could have long-term effects on the country’s development, economy, and social structure.
He called for deliberate and coordinated national action to tackle the issue. He emphasised the need for reliable data, questioning whether authorities have accurate records on the number of affected youth, the prevalence of drug hotspots, and the scale of the problem.
Without credible data, he argued, it would be difficult for the country to design effective solutions.
He urged the government to increase investment in prevention and rehabilitation efforts, support private organisations and NGOs working in the area, and involve religious bodies in addressing what he described as a national challenge.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Accra High Court of Ghana has granted bail in the sum of GH¢30 million to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case.
Abu Trica as part of the bail condition is expected to provide two sureties.
His lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, disclosed the decision in a Facebook post on Tuesday.
Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, has been at the centre of a prolonged legal process to extradite him.
The latest ruling allows him temporary freedom while legal proceedings continue.
His legal team is expected to provide further updates on the next steps in court.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) today commenced its second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi Ashanti Region to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report on public schools and District Assemblies yesterday, April 20, 2026.
In her opening remarks, the Chairperson of the Committee, Abena Osei Asare noted that the Committee will consider four (4) Auditor – General’s reports, namely, District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) & Other Statutory Funds, The Accounts of District Assemblies for the Financial Year (IGF), Pre-University Education Institutions and lastly Colleges of Education in the year ending 31st December 2024.
She assured the various District Assemblies and other institutions invited to respond to infractions cited in the Auditor-General’s report that the Committee would be transparent in asking questions as well as granting opportunities to all to explain issues to the Committee.
Abena Osei Asare, allowed the Ranking Member of the Committee, Samuel Atta Mills to chair the sitting with the explanation that her government was in power then, therefore she could not chair over Auditor-General reports of 2024.
