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Police arrest six for alleged impersonation at Agona Akwakwa
The Ghana police has arrested six persons for allegedly impersonating security officers and harassing some Chinese nationals at Agona Akwakwa near Mankrong Nkwanta in the Central Region.
According to a press release issued by the Central Regional Public Affairs Unit of the police on May 7, the Agona Swedru District Police Command received a distress call around 12:00 p.m. on May 6 about six men who had stormed the premises of S. I Jun Manufacturing Company Limited in a Toyota Land Cruiser with registration number GW 8887 V.
The police stated that three of the suspects were dressed in Ghana Immigration Service camouflage uniforms, one wore a military uniform while the remaining two were in civilian clothes.
The suspects allegedly claimed to be National Security operatives and were accused of assaulting and harassing some Chinese nationals at the company.
According to the statement, a police team was immediately dispatched to the scene after receiving the information.
Upon arrival, officers found the vehicle parked at the premises and discovered that three Chinese nationals identified as Man Guan, Chin Min and MA Kaixiang had been handcuffed.
The police identified the suspects as Agyemang Benjamin, 32, Mahama Iddrisu Dawuda Seidu, 48, Ofori Isaac, 35, Adom Bills, 32, Hayford Boafo, 47, and Ato Mchenry, 48.
The statement noted that all six suspects were arrested and are currently in police custody assisting with investigations.
The police further explained that the Military Police, the Ghana Immigration Service and National Security had been contacted to verify the identities of the suspects.
Chief Inspector Isaac Evans Ettie of the Central Regional Public Affairs Unit indicated that investigations into the case are ongoing.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Muslims across the country celebrated this year’s Eid-ul-Adha in a colourful and spiritually uplifting atmosphere under the theme, “A Season of Sacrifice, Solidarity and Spiritual Renewal.”
The celebration brought together Muslims from diverse backgrounds in a remarkable display of faith, unity and cultural heritage.
The occasion was marked by special Eid prayers at various designated grounds, the slaughtering of rams in homes for sharing among family members, friends and the less privileged, as well as musical concerts and recreational activities including horse riding.
Leading the celebration was the Chief Imam, Dr Sheikh Osman Sharubutu.
While the national celebration was held at the Black Star Square where President John Dramani Mahama was the Special Guest of Honour, similar gatherings took place at different centres across the capital and other regions of the country.
A visit by The Spectator to some celebration grounds revealed Muslims, both young and old, elegantly dressed in colourful jalabiya and other Islamic attire, reflecting the rich culture and traditions of the Muslim community.
The celebration also portrayed the spirit of religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence in the country, as a number of Christians joined their Muslim counterparts to mark the occasion.
Muslim leaders and government officials used the opportunity to call on the faithful to uphold the teachings of the Holy Quran, renew their spiritual commitment and refrain from acts capable of undermining the peace, unity and security of the nation.
They further urged Ghanaians to continue to live in harmony and support one another for national development.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Dear Obaa Yaa,
During Eid-ul- Adha celebration, I decided to spend the weekend at my boyfriend’s place since we were planning towards our marriage.
To my surprise, what keeps me wide awake, restless and frustrated every single time is that he snores loudly like a generator running on full power, and I genuinely cannot get any rest
At a point, I thought it was just a normal thing, but I have realised it is something he does with ease and doesn’t see anything wrong with it.
When he steps out in the morning, I try to get enough sleep because I may not sleep in the evening.
The most annoying thing is that, he always wants to cuddle me. These two things are a no for me and a red flag.
We are about to get married, what should I do?
Enam, Keta.
Dear Enam,
The snoring and constant cuddling are frustrating, but you don’t have to choose between sleep and closeness.
Start with the snoring: check if it’s worse when he sleeps on his back, cut out alcohol before bed, try nasal strips or a humidifier, and see a doctor if he pauses while breathing.
For quick relief, foam earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones help a lot.
Separate blankets, a bigger bed, or sleeping apart on some nights often makes couples rest well and feel closer overall.
Bring this up before the wedding .Tell him you want to wake up next to him for years to come, but sleep deprivation makes you both miserable.
Test earplugs and side-sleeping this weekend, and if it’s still unbearable, bring in a doctor. Good sleep matters more for your marriage than staying glued together all night.
