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NPP celebrates women for their role in Kumawu by-election victory
The National Women’s Wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed appreciation to women for their active role in ensuring the party retained the Kumawu seat.
In a statement signed by National Women Organiser, Kate Gyamfua,said the Women’s Wing is pleased to witness an increasing number of women who exercised their democratic right to vote and contribute to the decision-making process.
According to her,their involvement signifies the growing recognition of the invaluable perspectives and contributions that women bring to the table.
She also congratulated Mr.Ernest Yaw Anim for winning and retaining the seat for the NPP.
Read the full statement below
The National Women’s Wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) extend our warmest congratulations to Mr Ernest Yaw Anim for his resounding victory in the Kumawu by-election held yesterday.
The Kumawu by-election showcased the active participation of women, highlighting their indispensable role in shaping the political landscape of our great nation. We are pleased to witness an increasing number of women who exercised their democratic right to vote and contribute to the decision-making process. Their involvement signifies the growing recognition of the invaluable perspectives and contributions that women bring to the table.
We extend our unwavering support and congratulations to Mr Ernest Yaw Anim on his victory. His dedication, vision, and commitment to serving the people of Kumawu have resonated strongly with both men and women in the constituency. We believe that under his leadership, Kumawu will witness tremendous growth and development.
The NPP National Women’s Wing also commends the entire NPP family for their collective efforts and commitment, which have led to this remarkable victory. The unity and solidarity displayed by our members have undoubtedly contributed to this success. We are proud of the hard work put in by our party faithful, particularly the women who tirelessly campaigned, rallied support, and demonstrated their unwavering commitment to the NPP’s ideals.
As we celebrate this well-deserved victory in Kumawu, the NPP National Women’s Wing would like to assure all our members and supporters of our readiness and preparedness for the upcoming Assin North by-election. We will continue to work diligently, mobilize our resources, and rally behind the party’s candidate to secure yet another remarkable victory.
We once again congratulate Mr Ernest Yaw Anim on his election as the Member of Parliament for Kumawu. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the people of Kumawu, the security agencies, and all stakeholders for their peaceful conduct throughout the by-election. The NPP National Women’s Wing remains committed to advocating for women’s empowerment, equal participation, and continued support for the NPP’s vision of transforming Ghana into a prosperous nation.
Signed,
Kate Gyamfua
National Women Organiser
New Patriotic Party (NPP)
Lawyer for Bernard Antwi Boasiako popularly known as Chairman Wontumi , Andy Appiah-Kubi, says case management proceedings involving three witnesses in the Samreboi case have been concluded, with the court expected to resume hearing on May 14, 2026.
Speaking to journalists after proceedings, Mr. Appiah-Kubi said the legal team had completed most of the required filings but still had a few additional witness statements to submit.
According to him, witness statements have already been prepared for Chairman Wontumi, Akonta Mining, Engineer Gomashi, and Mireku Duker.
“Today the business was for conference management and case management. We have finished it except that we have a few more witnesses to file their witness statements for,” he said.
He explained that the remaining witnesses are expected to sign their statements before the legal team files them in court.
“We intend to file them by tomorrow or Monday when the witnesses come to sign and read their witness statements,” he added.
Mr. Appiah-Kubi further noted that the court has adjourned the matter to May 14 for continuation of proceedings.
Chairman Wontumi and his co-accused are standing trial for allegedly transferring or assigning mining rights in respect of Akonta Mining’s Samreboi concession to a third party, Henry Okum, without approval from the Minister responsible for Mines, contrary to the Minerals and Mining Act.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Police Service has arrested four suspected armed robbers following an intelligence-led operation in Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region.
The suspects, identified as Abdulai Ibrahim, Amadu Rahman, Amadu Sulemana, also known as Saaga, and Adu Yakubu, were arrested on May 5, 2026.
Investigations indicate that on 4th May 2026, the suspects converged at Gbane, a mining community in the Talensi District, after travelling from Yagaba and Fumbisi to carry out a robbery operation, during which they robbed four motorbikes and several mobile phones.
During interrogation, the suspects admitted to a series of robberies within the Talensi District, along the Yagaba Fumbisi road and the Yagaba-Nanguruma road in the North East Region.
They also confessed to a robbery at the Vikandi Phone Shop in Bolgatanga on 22nd March 2025, which was captured in a viral video in which they were seen wielding an AK47 assault rifle.
They further admitted to multiple robberies at Gbane mining sites, where gold and large sums of money were taken from victims.
The suspects later led Police to a farm near Biung, close to Gbane, where the gang leader, Amadu Rahman, had concealed an AK47 rifle.
A search of the area led to the retrieval of the rifle, with serial number 68100563, and eighty-seven (87) rounds of live ammunition hidden in a fertilizer sack.
During the search to retrieve the weapon, suspect Amadu Rahman collapsed and was rushed to the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.
His body has been deposited at the hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy.
The remaining three suspects are in Police custody and will be put before court to face the full rigours of the law.
