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NPP has been good to us – Wechiau Paramount Chief
The Chiefs and people of Wechiau in the Wa West constituency of the Upper West Region have promised to vote this time for the candidates of the NPP due to the party’s sustained commitment to the development of the area over the years.
According to the Chiefs, NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s decision to formally “announce to us as your parents, that you are vying for the position of the President of Ghana” is further evidence of Dr Bawumia’s respect for traditional institutions,” and they would reward him in due course.
Naa Imoru Nandon Gomah II, Paramount Chief of Wechiau, gave the assurance while welcoming Dr Bawumia to his palace on Monday, July 22, 2024.
The NPP flagbearer was in the palace as part of his constituency-focused nationwide campaign tour, during which he engages with traditional authorities, religious and opinion leaders, the youth and all facets of society to shed more light on his vision for Ghana’s future.
Outlining the many benefits enjoyed by the people of the Traditional Area any time the NPP is in power, Naa Gomah II expressed gratitude to previous and current NPP administrations.
“Your Excellency, NPP Government since 2004 has given us a lot of developmental projects. The Wa West District was created by the NPP Government in 2004. The NPP Government has given us the biggest project, that is the Agenda 111 hospital project. The NPP government has also given us some dams and dugouts under One Village One Dam. The district has also received some roads. We have also benefitted from the Free Senior High School programme, as well as the School Feeding programme,” he stated.
The Paramount Chief of Wechiau pronounced his blessings on Dr Bawumia as he seeks to lead the nation, saying “As Chiefs, we can assure you of our support to enable you continue the good works of the New Patriotic Party Government after December 7, 2024. We wish you God’s blessings and protection.”
Thanking the Chiefs for their support, Dr Bawumia urged the people of the Wa West Constituency give him and the NPP the opportunity to build upon the gains made so far.
He added that “My vision for Ghana’s future will see us, among others, train our children for the future and equip our youth with the requisite skills to create jobs and compete favourably with their contemporaries across the world.”
Ghana’s First Lady, Lordina Mahama, has made a generous donation to the country’s national female Under-17 and Under-20 teams – Black Maidens and Black Princesses- as they continue preparations for major international assignments.
The donation, made on Friday, May 22, was presented on behalf of the First Lady by the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, at the GFA Technical Centre in Prampram.
The gesture forms part of efforts to motivate and support Ghana’s young female footballers as they prepare to represent the country on the international stage.
The donation included essential food items and toiletries aimed at supporting the welfare and well-being of the players and technical teams.
The donation included cartons of Milo, T-rolls, soft drinks, toiletries, and a range of essential supplies aimed at supporting the welfare of the players, enhancing camp conditions, and easing preparations ahead of their respective assignments.
The Black Maidens are currently engaged in preparations for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers and are set to take on Liberia women’s national under-17 football team in the second-leg encounter in Liberia this weekend.
Meanwhile, the Black Princesses have already secured qualification to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after overcoming Uganda in the qualifiers, extending Ghana’s remarkable record to eight consecutive appearances at the tournament.
The donation by the First Lady was expected to boost morale within both camps while reinforcing national support for the young female footballers who continue to make the country proud.
The prosecution has officially rested its case in The Republic v Solomon Asamoah & Another, the high-profile legal battle commonly referred to as the “Sky Train” case.
The Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai announced the development, praising the state’s team of hard-working prosecutors for successfully anchoring the state’s evidence before the High Court.
The criminal trial centers on the former Chief Executive Officer and the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF).
The duo stands accused of illegally authorizing and paying out US$2 million to a foreign company without obtaining board directives or other mandatory statutory approvals.
State investigators have confirmed that the disbursed millions cannot be found.
Following the closure of the prosecution’s case, the accused persons moved the court for an opportunity to file a submission of no case.
The presiding judge granted the application, ordering the defense to submit their arguments by June 8.
The outcome of the June 8 filings will decide the fate of the trial:
With this, if the judge finds the defense’s submission convincing, the accused will be acquitted and discharged however, If the judge dismisses the submission, the court will order the accused officials to take the stand and explain why they should not face prison sentences.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
