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Manhunt for hubby who butchered wife to death
The Nsuaem police have launched a manhunt for Eric Arhin, a 28-year-old cocoa farmer, who allegedly butchered his wife to death at Mile 5 in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region, last Wednesday.
Arhin, is alleged to have killed his wife, Regina Efe Incoom, 25, over divorce issues and bolted from the Mile 5 cottage.
The Nsuaem police have appealed to the general public to assist in the arrest of the suspect.
“Arhin is on the run. We are still feverishly and seriously searching for him,” the Nsuaem District Police Commander, Superintendent of Police Jonas Agbevam, who confirmed the incident said.
He told the Ghanaian Times that the deceased, whose arms and hands were chopped-off, died at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital, and that the body has since been deposited at the same hospital’s mortuary.
“The victim succumbed to her wounds. We are yet to undertake autopsy with the pathologist,” Supt Agbevam said.
He narrated that the couple, natives of Gomoa Tarkwa in the Central Region and married for about eight years, had lived in Mile 5 for five years, and had two children.
According to the Police Commander, the deceased was a cocoa farmer and had been working hard for years to cater for the family, whilst the suspect never bothered.
Regina, he explained, became unhappy with the husband’s behaviour and decided to seek for divorce, so they could go their separate ways.
At about, 9am on Wednesday, June 3, Regina decided to pack her personal belongings, provoking Arhin, who picked his machete, whilst they were in their cocoa farm, inflicted multiple cuts on her and bolted from the scene.
FROM CLEMENT ADZEI BOYE, TAKORADI
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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
