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Stunt riding goes wrong …as “Okadaman” crashes to death on Kasoa-Ofaakor road
● Stunt riding is common these days
It is said that one can be a good stunt man but his “personal gods” may not be at home on the day of a crucial performance.
This, perharps was the case, when an “okada man” attempted to put up a display on his motorbike last Sunday but failed and lost his life on the Kasoa-Ofaakor road in the Central Region.
The young man believed to be in his early thirties, according to eye witnesses, was on his regular rounds at about 6:30 pm that day when he decided to exhibit his stunt riding skills known in local parlance as “adaga.”
Residents close to the scene said he was in action for sometime but suddenly lost control of the bike, landed on the ground and died instantly with blood gushing out of his head.
Those who rushed to see him lying in a pool of blood said the man nick named “Enemies” was riding without crash helmet. He is said to be well-known among ‘okada’ riders who operated at a location called “Old Timers” on the Kasoa-Ofaakor stretch.
According to accounts, the rider was not competing with anyone but only decided to put up a one-man show when luck eluded him.
Some residents who spoke to The Spectator expressed worry over reckless riding and increasing spate of stunt riding put up by some motorbike owners especially at weekends when the roads were somewhat less busy.
“Sometimes you cannot tell what is wrong with some of these okada riders. They take everything for granted and ride as if there is no tomorrow. The police are doing their best to enforce the wearing of crash helmets but some riders still disregard basic safety precautions.
“This incident is unfortunate but the young man would have survived if he had his helmet on,” one of the witnesses said.
The body of the deceased had since been conveyed by personnel of the Motor Transport and Traffic Department of the Ghana Police Service.
By Spectator Reporter
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Ghana to locally refine its gold starting October 2025 – Sammy Gyamfi
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced that plans are far advanced for the establishment of a state-owned gold refinery in the country.
Speaking at the 2025 Minerals and Mining Convention, Mr Gyamfi said the refinery will process locally mined gold into bullion instead of exporting it in its raw state.
According to him, it is unacceptable that Ghana, despite being a leading gold producer in Africa, continues to export raw gold known as dore.
He explained that the Gold Board, working with the Bank of Ghana and local refineries, will from October 2025 begin refining gold locally.
He also disclosed that an ultramodern assay laboratory will be built to ensure international standards in testing gold quality.
Mr Gyamfi noted that the refinery will be wholly state-owned and will help Ghana move away from raw mineral exports to value addition.
This, he said, will boost foreign exchange earnings, create jobs, and position Ghana as a hub for gold refining and jewellery production in Africa.
The CEO stressed that the project forms part of government’s strategy to ensure the country benefits fully from its natural resources and to transform the mining sector into a driver of economic growth.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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There is strength in diversity; let’s live in peace – Zanetor Rawlings urges Ghanaians
Member of Parliament for Korle Klottey, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, to value the peace the country enjoys and to see diversity as a source of strength.
Speaking at the National Youth Conference held at the Pentecost Convention Centre under the theme “Igniting Potential; Inspiring Change”, she warned against being lured into conflicts and divisions fueled by reckless statements from politicians, traditional leaders, religious figures, or academics.
According to her, many young people have no idea what it means to live in a country torn apart by war, and therefore must not take Ghana’s peace for granted.
She stressed that the harmony among different ethnic and regional groups should be protected at all costs, since it is peace that allows citizens to gather freely and safely.
Dr. Zanetor said Ghana’s development depends on embracing diversity and working together.
She urged the youth to tap into this strength so that Ghana would continue to shine as the “Black Star” of Africa and serve as an example for other nations.
She expressed appreciation to the participants for attending the conference and asked for God’s blessings on the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
