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Kennedy Agyapong treated unfairly by Bawumia camp – United Party communications director
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The Director of Communications of the United Party, Solomon Owusu, has argued that Kennedy Agyapong has been treated unfairly by the camp of Mahamudu Bawumia within the New Patriotic Party.
Speaking on at TV3, Mr Owusu noted that internal attacks against Mr Agyapong, including comments from Adwoa Safo, had rather strengthened his public image instead of weakening it.
He stressed that personal matters, including family issues, should not be dragged into political campaigns.
According to him, Mr Agyapong had been insulted and undermined by members aligned with Dr Bawumia’s camp, a situation he described as unfortunate and damaging to party unity.
He questioned how party members could openly label a fellow contender as unstable while still expecting loyalty from him.
Mr Owusu observed that comments made by Adwoa Safo about Mr Agyapong’s personal life ended up generating sympathy for him among the public.
He explained that such remarks created an emotional connection between Mr Agyapong and voters rather than harming his political standing.
The United Party communicator touched on internal political strategies within the NPP, particularly around support for parliamentary candidates.
He expressed doubts that Mr Agyapong and his allies would support certain candidates perceived to be working closely with the Bawumia camp.
Mr Owusu criticised the leadership style within the NPP, warning that failure to openly address wrongdoing and internal divisions could weaken the party’s future.
He maintained that calling out mistakes, even within one’s own party, was necessary for reform and survival.
Despite his criticisms, Mr Owusu clarified that he did not wish Mr Agyapong success in the ongoing campaign.
However, he acknowledged that recent attacks against him had indirectly boosted his appeal.
He concluded that Ghana’s political space should focus on ideas, integrity and leadership rather than personal attacks, adding that political life continues even after elections and parties must act with restraint and responsibility.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested five people and retrieved firearms, ammunition and other offensive items during an intelligence led operation at Sapeiman Faase in the Greater Accra Region.
According to a press release issued by the Command on Monday, the operation was carried out jointly with the National Police Intelligence Directorate (NPID) on July 17, 2026.
The Police identified the suspects as Torgbui Agah Semaglo, 50, Shadrach Agah Semaglo, 22, William Kweku Sedanu, 21, Cyril Kassenu, 26, and Kingsford Agah Semaglo, 18.
The Command said a search at the suspects’ premises led to the retrieval of a pump action gun, a Stoeger ST R9 pistol, a dummy Austria pistol, a jackknife, a face mask, 12 BB cartridges, three rounds of 9mm ammunition, one AK-47 round of ammunition, a talisman and two kitchen knives.
It noted that all the items had been kept as exhibits to support investigations.
The Police said preliminary investigations suggested that the suspects were members of a criminal group involved in armed robbery and landguard activities.
It alleged that they used the recovered weapons to terrorise residents in Sapeiman and nearby communities.
The suspects are currently in Police custody assisting with investigations, while efforts continue to determine their involvement in other robbery cases and related criminal activities. The Police also said it was working to identify and arrest any additional accomplices.
The Accra Regional Police Command commended members of the public for providing credible information that supported its work and urged residents to remain vigilant.
It encouraged the public to report suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or through the Police emergency numbers, adding that it remained committed to protecting lives and property across the region.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that a revised national curriculum for kindergarten to junior high school will be presented to the Ministry of Education on Wednesday for further approval.
Speaking at the Government Accountability Series today, Mr. Iddrisu said the new curriculum was developed by the National Curriculum Assessment Agency (NaCCA) as part of efforts to improve teaching and learning at the basic education level.
According to him, the revised curriculum will be formally submitted to the Ministry before it is forwarded to President John Dramani Mahama. He added that it will then be sent to Cabinet and Parliament for consideration and approval.
Mr. Iddrisu said the revised curriculum is designed to support a “Smart Start” approach by strengthening the teaching of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
He explained that the government intends to introduce new subjects, including coding, electronics, artificial intelligence (AI) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), into the basic school curriculum.
The Minister said the changes form part of the government’s commitment to equipping pupils with practical and digital skills needed to meet the demands of the modern world.
He expressed confidence that the revised curriculum would help prepare learners for future opportunities by integrating technology and innovation into education from the early years of schooling.
By: Jacob Aggrey
