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Leadership in times of tragedy requires restraint, protection of democratic freedoms – Nana B cautions Government
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The National Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, has cautioned the government to show restraint, empathy, and protect democratic freedoms in the wake of the recent helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight people.
This follows the arrest of three Ghanaians purportedly affiliated with the NPP who made threatening remarks about the life of the President and the Vice President of the Republic.
They were picked up by the National Security and the Ghana Police Service yesterday to assist with investigations on the matter:
In a Facebook post, Nana Boakye said this was a time for unity, healing, and giving the fallen heroes a dignified farewell, not for political controversy.
He accused the NDC government of politicising the tragedy, pointing to the arrest of Wontumi TV presenter Akyemkwa Nana Kofi Asare in Ejisu Krapa by unidentified armed men, and the arrest of social media personality Fante Comedy over a viral TikTok video.
He said the timing and manner of these arrests sent a worrying signal that politics was being placed above compassion and national solidarity.
According to him, such actions during a period of national mourning were insensitive and risked shifting attention away from honouring the deceased.
He said they also raised public concerns about safety, freedom of expression, and the rule of law under the Mahama-led administration.
Nana Boakye warned that, instead of uniting the country in grief, the government’s actions were creating fear, increasing public anxiety, and undermining the principles of democracy.
He urged the government not to dishonour the memory of the eight fallen heroes by politicising their deaths, and to allow Ghanaians to mourn without intimidation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.
The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.
Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.
The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.
He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.
As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.
The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.
Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.
Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.
“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.
Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.
Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.
He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.
By: Jacob Aggrey
