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Eastern Region loses GH₵43.5m to fires in 2025- ACFO Timothy Osafo Affum discloses
The Eastern Region has lost property worth GH₵43.5 million to fire incidents in the first nine months of 2025.
According to the Eastern Regional Commander of the Ghana National Fire Service, ACFO Timothy Osafo Affum, the region recorded 529 fire outbreaks and 176 rescue operations during the period.
He said despite the losses, properties valued at about GH₵95 million were salvaged through the swift efforts of fire officers.
ACFO Affum made the disclosure during the commissioning of a new fire station at Boso in the Asuogyaman District.
He explained that the new station would strengthen the Service’s ability to respond quickly to emergencies and reduce fire cases in the area.
He encouraged school children, traders, and local businesses to make use of the station for fire safety education and training.
ACFO Affum urged the public to prioritize fire prevention, noting that “prevention is always better than cure.”
By; Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has visited the Akosombo Dam to assess the impact of a fire incident at a substation operated by the Ghana Grid Company.
The fire is reported to have caused the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts from the national power grid, affecting electricity supply in parts of the country.
During the visit, he inspected ongoing restoration works and received briefings from engineers on efforts to restore power. He commended them for what he described as a swift and professional response to the situation.
According to him, the government remains committed to restoring stable electricity supply as quickly as possible.
He added that steps are also being taken to strengthen the resilience of Ghana’s energy infrastructure to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Ghana Grid Company has not yet provided a detailed timeline for full restoration, but work is ongoing to bring affected systems back on stream.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, says he and his deputy have publicly filed their annual tax returns to demonstrate leadership and encourage compliance among citizens.
In a facebook post, he explained that the move was meant to show that public officials must lead by example when it comes to fulfilling civic duties.
“Leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he said.
He commended Ghanaian taxpayers for their continued contribution to national development, noting that tax compliance plays a key role in sustaining government activities.
According to him, paying taxes is both a legal and moral responsibility. He stressed that all citizens, including public officials, professionals, and businesses, are equal before the law and must meet their tax obligations.
He added that tax revenue is essential for funding key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and security.
The minister praised the Ghana Revenue Authority for its work, especially during the ongoing Tax and Good Governance Month in April. He said the initiative helps to educate the public and promote voluntary compliance.
He urged the authority to intensify public education and continue reforms aimed at simplifying tax processes, reducing compliance costs, and improving transparency.
He further encouraged individuals and businesses that are yet to file their returns to do so promptly, adding that support systems and digital platforms are available to assist them.
He said building a strong tax culture would strengthen the country’s economy, improve accountability, and promote fairness in society.
By: Jacob Aggrey
