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Remember Avi …The ‘passengers mate’
Remember Avi a female Conductor on duty
Persons that use the Ashaiman Traffic Light Trotro Station in the Ashaiman Municipality, are likely to be familiar with the activities of a female Conductor (Driver’s mate) called Remember Avi.
The 18-year-old second year student of Likpe Senior High School(SHS) in the Volta Region is very popular among commuters from Ashaiman to Tema with her unique way of calling passengers with additional roles of carrying their loads on the vehicle.
She described her job from the Ashaiman Traffic Light to the Tema Community Centre bus stop as an interesting one that at the same time came with challenges in various forms.
When The Spectator caught up with her last Saturday, Ms Avi disclosed that it was her biological father’s decision to get on board the Urvan bus with registration number GT- 9701-10 to work as a ‘mate.’
Her father is the driver of the vehicle.
She said the vehicle which was the main source of income for the family, however, broke down for over two years and plunged the family into financial distress.
“Luck smiled on us when we finally managed to have it repaired and returned to the road over a month ago. My father proposed that I should be the conductor so that we can save some money to be used to pay a mate from outside,” she added.
According to Ms Avi, she was into the bus conductor work for just two reasons – in obedience as a sign of respect for her father and secondly, to raise some money to support her education when she goes back to school.
It may look an unfortunate situation to the young female student but for her, it has been a good omen, as it has brought her closer to her father.
In her view, there was nothing to be ashamed of since that was regularly providing their daily bread.
On some of the challenges she faced on daily basis, Ms Avi said some passengers go to the extent of disrespecting her while others try to bully her simply because she is a lady.
“It happens very often but I see it as an occupational hazard. On my part, I try to treat every passenger, regardless of their ages with respect. I need to be respectful because this is just a phase of my life. I may find myself somewhere not knowing who I meet for help; so I hold all in high esteem,” she said.
Ms Avi’s 47-year-old father, Wisdom Avi, described his daughter as very respectful and feel blessed to have her.
“She warmly accepted my request to be my conductor. That will help us to save some money. It is considered a preserve for men so a lot of people try to make fun of her,” he said.
“I am a single parent with two children. Remember is the eldest; the other is a boy. I have been with her since age six when my marriage ended up in a divorce,” he added.
Mr Avi, who is a resident of Ashaiman Tulaku, said he was happy his daughter was helping him to save money and promised that if things got better for the family, he would reward her appropriately.
By Dzifa Tetteh Tay
Accra’s creative industry is preparing for one of the most ambitious film projects in recent Ghanaian cinema as award winning filmmaker Big Ghun and acclaimed media personality and producer Doreen Avio officially open auditions for their upcoming feature film, Scarlett Unveiled.
The highly anticipated auditions will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at MCB Studios, Lapaz Tabora, with actors of all ages invited to participate.
Presented by PB Studios Africa, Scarlett Unveiled is a bold and emotionally charged Ghanaian creative project.
The project is expected to resonate strongly with young audiences in Ghana and across the diaspora..
The production is being developed in collaboration with the Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana, which is supporting the project’s executive launch.
Renowned textile brand Woodin has also come on board as the official clothing partner, while MCB Studios is serving as a support partner for the audition process.
According to Big Ghun, known for directing internationally recognized projects such as Koro (One), Leaked, and Vibes the Movie, Scarlett Unveiled is designed to become a landmark cultural production that will travel from cinema screens to schools and global platforms.
Producer Doreen Avio, one of Ghana’s most respected media personalities and event hosts, says the project aims to discover both established and emerging actors who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
She added that “This is more than an audition,” the producers say. “It is an opportunity for talented individuals to become part of a one of a kind Ghanaian story with the potential to inspire audiences around the world.”
Interested participants are encouraged to come with a passport sized photograph and be prepared to showcase their talent and confidence before the casting team.
With an award winning creative team, respected institutional partners, and a story rooted in truth and transformation, Scarlett Unveiled is shaping up to be one of Ghana’s most significant cinematic undertakings in the coming year.
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
By: Jacob Aggrey
