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Rev. Fr. Bonaventure shows dexterity in music
FOR patrons at a special thanksgiving concert held in honour of parishioners, benefactors and friends at the St. Monica Catholic Rectory at Fan Milk, Accra, Rev. Fr Bonaventure Kweku Quaidoo will continue to be seen as a man of many parts.
Usually seen dressed resplendently in his cassock, Rev. Fr. Bonaventure is known by the faithful as a preacher of the word despite his background in music.
But on this auspicious occasion, the Rector, Rev. Fr Bonaventure Kweku Quaidoo, assumed the role of a conductor of the Central Ceremonial Band of the Ghana Police Service.
In front of the band wielding the conductor’s baton, Rev. Fr Bonaventure conducted the band as they gave a rendition of some of the spiritual hymns of the faithful, thrilling the audience in the event under the theme “An Evening of the Performing Arts in Thanksgiving to Beloved Parishioners, Benefactors and Friends.”
It was attended by the clergy, parishioners and invited guests for an evening that blended sacred reflection with artistic performance.
The Chaplain-General of the Ghana Police Service, DCOP Very Rev. Fr George Arthur, opened the programme with prayer, while the closing benediction was given by Very Rev. Fr. Isaac Ebo Blay, National Director of the Pontifical Mission Society.
A highlight of the evening was a classical performance by Dr Kyoung Ok Kim of the University of Ghana’s School of Performing Arts, who reinterpreted Ghanaian melodies to the delight of the audience.
Ordained in 1990, Rev. Fr Quaidoo is a trained musician and former member of the National Symphony Orchestra. Over the past 35 years, he has served in the dioceses of Tamale, Damongo and Accra, integrating music into his pastoral ministry.
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The Ashanti Regional Police Command says it has arrested five suspected robbers in two separate intelligence-led operations within the Kumasi Metropolis.
According to the Police, two of the suspects were arrested in connection with the robbery and murder of a 28-year-old woman, Silver Ngozi, at Asokore Mampong on December 6, 2025, around 5:00 pm.
The Police explained that following investigations, a joint team from the Regional Police Headquarters and the Anti-Robbery Unit arrested the two suspects on December 12, 2025, at about 9:00 pm at their hideout in Aboabo, Kumasi.
The suspects, Police said, are Farouk Iddris, a 20-year-old motorbike mechanic and rider, and Salim Mohammed, a 19-year-old motorbike mechanic and rickshaw rider.
Police indicated that preliminary investigations show the suspects robbed the victim, during which one of them allegedly stabbed her, leading to her death.
A search conducted in the room of Farouk Iddris, the Police said, led to the retrieval of knives, a machete, and other offensive weapons. An iPhone 11 Pro believed to belong to the deceased was also recovered.
The Police added that both suspects are currently in custody assisting with investigations and will be put before court.
In a related development, the Police said three other suspects were arrested in connection with a series of street robberies within Asokore Mampong, KNUST, Kanyase, Bosore, Duase, Antoa, Mayanka, Ayeduase, and nearby areas.
The Police identified the suspects as Abdul Fatawu, also known as “UN,” aged 22; Philip Nyarko, also known as “Kawawa,” aged 24; and Samak Hadi, also known as “Toronto,” aged 21.
According to the Police, items retrieved from their hideouts at Aboabo include 59 iPhones, six Android phones, four tablets, and five laptops.
The Police said all three suspects have confessed to the offences in their caution statements and are currently assisting with investigations.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has appealed to members of the public who may have been victims of these robberies to report to the Police to help with investigations.
The Police assured the public that all suspects will be arraigned before court as investigations continue.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Martha Korsah has been crowned the 4th Ultimate Akye3de3 Kese3 winner in a ceremony held at the Electroland Ghana Limited Mankessim branch.
She walked away with electronic items worth GHC100,000, including a NASCO SMART 43-inch TV, chest freezer, double door standing fridge, 2.0 Air conditioner, twin tub washing machine, and more.
The event also saw about 200 lucky customers in Mankessim and close towns rewarded with items such as 24-inch NASCO TVs, microwaves, industrial blenders, and home theatres for participating in the ongoing customer loyalty reward scheme since October 2024.
Adiza Ibrahim, Head of Marketing & Media Relations at Electroland Ghana Limited, expressed excitement about the company’s customer-centric approach, offering value for money and discounts on products from SAMSUNG, TCL, Midea, and NASCO.
She noted that the aim is to leave a lasting impression on customers and factor them into the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility.
“The exceptional customer experience I get from EGL is what keeps bringing me back to buy at least 3 times every week,” said Martha Korsah, the 4th winner. “I have become the go-to person for friends and family abroad seeking electronics for their Ghana projects.”
The EGL Akye3de3 Kese3 promotion is a flagship customer loyalty reward scheme for customers who buy from SAMSUNG, TCL, Midea, and NASCO. The grand prizes include a full SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS house makeover, a Midea Electronics house makeover, and an all-expense-paid trip to Morocco to watch live soccer, and a TCL Electronics house makeover.
Electroland Ghana Limited is the leading consumer electronics company in Ghana, distributing SAMSUNG, TCL, Midea, and NASCO products.
