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Plan Ghana donates face masks to people of Tantala …after The Spectator story
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Plan International Ghana has donated hundreds of face masks and sanitary pads to over 800 children and adolescent girls after a publication by The Spectator.
On June 13, 2020, The Spectator published a story with the headline, ‘Tantala children use pure water sachet bags as improvised face masks.’
Mr Solomon TesfaMariam, the Country Director for Plan International Ghana who together with his team distributed the items said, his attention was drawn to the plight of the children in the newspaper by a friend in the United States of America (USA) and quickly contacted colleagues to get support for the children.
“After several consultations, we managed do get a company which produces Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to donate 1000 pieces of reusable face masks to be distributed to the children,” he said.
He also said, Plan International bought 500 sanitary pads for the girls to be used during the pandemic.
Mr TesfaMariam commended The Spectator for carrying out the story which resulted in going to their aid.
He urged the youth to adhere to the precautionary measures in order to stay safe in the community.
Mr John Mumuni, the Assemblyman for Tantala electoral area on behalf of the chiefs and the people, thanked The Spectator and Plan International Ghana for coming to their aid, especially to the youth.
From Geoffrey Buta, Tantala
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
