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Ntim Fordjour criticizes Foreign Affairs, Defence and Interior Ministers over Burkina Faso killings briefing
The Ranking Member of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, has expressed disappointment that key government ministers have not briefed Parliament on the reported killing of eight Ghanaian tomato traders in Burkina Faso.
He noted that more than a week after news of the incident emerged, the Ministers for Foreign Affairs, Defence, and the Interior had not appeared before the House to provide updates.
“We have waited for over a week, yet none of the ministers had the courtesy to come before Parliament to brief us,” he remarked.
According to him, the Minority members on the relevant parliamentary committees have formally written to the ministers, requesting their presence before a joint committee sitting.
He explained that the request involves the Defence and Interior Committee, the Security and Intelligence Committee, and the Foreign Affairs Committee.
He stated that the purpose of the meeting is to seek clarity on the circumstances surrounding the attack, the factors that may have contributed to it, and the government’s response so far.
“We want to understand what occurred, what contributed to the attack, what has been done, and what measures must be put in place,” he indicated.
The lawmaker argued that the incident points to gaps in preventive mechanisms, stressing the need for stronger security and diplomatic arrangements to protect Ghanaian citizens both at home and abroad.
“There was clearly a failure somewhere, and the right measures must be implemented to prevent a recurrence. Never again should such a terrorist killing happen,” he emphasised.
He added that while the Minority acknowledges the complex security and political dynamics within the sub region, Parliament expects government policies that ensure the safety of Ghanaians.
“We are aware of the geopolitical challenges, but our focus is on the right policies, proper mechanisms, and effective collaboration with partners to protect our citizens,” he stated.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old driver, Bismark Kpormeno, for possession of a large quantity of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp.
The arrest was made on Sunday, 31 May 2026 by officers of the Tema Highway Patrol Unit during an operation along the Tema-Ada road.
According to police, the suspect was driving a Hyundai Mighty I container truck and failed to stop when signaled. He attempted to evade arrest but was pursued and apprehended at Bondase.
A search of the vehicle revealed twelve 12 sacks and eighty 80 parcels of compressed plant materials concealed in a container and wrapped in sellotape.
Preliminary investigations show the narcotics were allegedly loaded at Kpeve in the Volta Region and were being transported to Ada.
The suspect is currently in police custody assisting with investigations. The truck and exhibits have been impounded for evidential purposes.
The Tema Regional Police Command says it remains committed to combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities.
They also urged the public to support law enforcement by providing timely and credible information on suspicious activities.
Firefighters from the Peki Fire Station of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly to a fatal head-on collision involving a Mercedes-Benz container truck (WR 1553-C) travelling from Nkwanta to Accra and a Mercedes-Benz passenger bus (GR 3215-E) travelling from Battor to Kabiti in the Oti Region.
The crash occurred at Peki-Tsame near Peki Senior High School in the early hours of Tuesday, 2nd June 2026.
A total of forty (40) persons were involved, comprising twenty-one (21) males, fifteen (15) females, and four (4) children.
Through a coordinated rescue operation, firefighters extricated 25 injured casualties, including 23 adults and two children.
Sadly, 15 persons lost their lives, made up of nine males and 6 females.
The injured were conveyed to the Peki Government Hospital for treatment, while the deceased were handed over to the Police, who conveyed them to the hospital mortuary for preservation and further investigation. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
The Ghana National Fire Service has extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and urges all motorists to observe road traffic regulations, avoid dangerous driving practices, and exercise maximum caution on the roads to help prevent accidents and save lives.
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