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IGP promotes 30 officers for exemplary performance
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has today, 5th January, 2025 promoted Thirty (30) officers to their next ranks in recognition of their distinguished conduct during operations that led to the retrieval of 2,600 AK 47 ammunition at the Kantanso Asankare Police Barrier in the Ashanti Region and the dismantling of a robbery syndicate at Antoakrom- Manso Nkwanta stretch during the Christmas season.
The promotions acknowledge the officers’ professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to duty.
Officers promoted in connection with the Kantanso Asankare operation include C/Inspr Tibim Acheampong Solomon, Inspr Sarfo Adu Daniel, No. 58311 G/L Cpl Saeed Frimpong, No. 621467 G/Const Sremsei Simon, No. 15413 PW/Const Kissi Dorcas Serwaah, No. 65450 G/Const Arthur Emmanuel Nkrumah, No. 65457 G/Const Dennis Danquah, No. 65503 G/Const Philip Lawer Nyarko, No. 66427 G/Const Owusu Kenneth, and No. 66841 G/Const Christian Buaben Kwadzo Addo.
During the operation at the Kantanso Asankare Police Barrier, the officers conducted a thorough search of the bus and uncovered two concealed containers holding 2,600 rounds of AK 47 ammunition, as well as a bag hidden under the driver’s seat containing two bulletproof plates, a black crushed helmet, and a pair of long boots.
Additionally, twenty other personnel from the Intelligence department of the Ashanti and Ashanti South Regional Police Commands were promoted in connection with related intelligence led operations at Manso Nkwanta, Antoakrom, and surrounding areas, which resulted in the recovery of firearms and ammunition, the disruption of armed robbery activities, and the prevention of planned attacks on commuters.
The IGP and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) commended the officers for their courage and alertness, noting that their actions prevented dangerous weapons from falling into criminal hands.
He encouraged all personnel of the Service to continue demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism in the discharge of their duties noting that the Police Administration will acknowledge, appreciate and reward hard work.
THE 2026 Akwambo Festival at Gomoa Amoanda in the Ga East District has been held with a call for unity, peace, and collective action towards local development.
The festival, celebrated under the theme: ‘Unity, Peace and Development,’ provided a platform for community leaders and residents to highlight critical challenges affecting health, education, water, and sanitation in the area.
The durbar took place on Saturday at the Town Square of Gomoa Amoanda, attracting chiefs, elders, and residents from across the district.
Addressing the gathering, the Odikro of Gomoa Amoanda, Nana Kofi Budu Sersah IV, appealed for urgent government and stakeholder support to address the lack of a CHPS compound, reliable drinking water, proper school infrastructure, and additional teachers.
He disclosed that land had been allocated for the construction of a CHPS compound and called for support from the government, corporate bodies, and benevolent individuals.
Touching on sanitation, Nana Budu Sersah IV noted that the construction of a public toilet had stalled due to financial constraints and appealed for assistance to complete the project.
Representing the Central Regional Minister, Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere, the District Chief Executive for Gomoa East, Margaret Naana Ackom, pledged government support for key development initiatives.
She announced a donation of 20 bags of cement for the public toilet and assured further assistance for other projects once land was made available.
The Prampimhene of the Awutu Traditional Area in the Central Region, Nana Okromansah Klordey I, who also serves as the Mankrado of Pakro Akuapim in the Eastern Region under the stool name of Nana Ntow Amoah II, expressed concern over rising drug abuse among youth.
By Stephanie Birikorang
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THE Ofankor–Nsawam road commuters appear to have breathe a sigh of relief over the progress of work on the road project which has reached 81 per cent completion.
A visit by The Spectator to the project site revealed that a significant portion of the road had already been asphalted, while most of the storm drains and culverts had been completed.
In addition, the various flyovers and pedestrian footbridges were at different stages of completion.
This appears to be the best news for commuters that ply the road daily as information indicated that the project would be completed on schedule.
According to the Chief Resident Engineer, Kwabena Bempong, steady progress had been made across the 33.4-kilometre stretch.
He expressed the hope that the remaining works would be delivered within the revised timeline, subject to the resolution of outstanding land issues at Nsawam Junction.
The Ofankor–Nsawam road forms part of National Route Six (N6), a major arterial highway linking Accra to the northern parts of the country and extending further to the Sahelian regions of West Africa.
The project scope includes the construction of four major interchanges at Amasaman, Pobiman, Medie and Nsawam Junction, alongside service roads and other ancillary facilities and is valued at $346.5 million.
By Kingsley Asare
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