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TFFC fetes underprivileged on Val’s Day
LOVE found practical expression in parts of Accra as The Free Food Company (TFFC), in partnership with Diplomatic Affairs Media and Communications Limited, organised a community outreach to support vulnerable individuals in Kokrobite, Weija-SCC and surrounding areas on Valentine’s Day.
The initiative, dubbed the Valentine’s Day Love Reach-Out, provided food items and financial assistance to selected beneficiaries, including individuals nominated by members of the public.
The organisers said the exercise was designed to redefine the day as a time for compassion, dignity and purposeful giving, rather than only celebration.
A major highlight of the outreach was the “Let Me Take You to Lunch” activation, which brought a personal touch to the day’s activities.
Members of the TFFC team moved through parts of the community to identify individuals facing hardship and invited them to share a meal at nearby eateries. Beyond settling their bills, the team spent time listening to their stories, offering words of encouragement and human connection.
According to the organisers, the activation was intended to give beneficiaries a brief but meaningful break from their daily struggles, while reminding them that they are seen, heard and valued.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of The Free Food Company, Lady Diana Lartey, underscored the need to demonstrate intentional love, especially towards the less privileged.
“Valentine’s Day should go beyond celebration. It should be about showing up for people who need support the most. Through this initiative, we were able to restore hope and demonstrate that compassion can create real impact,” she said.
She expressed appreciation to all partners and volunteers who contributed to the success of the programme, noting that collective action remains key to addressing social challenges.
Ms Lartey reaffirmed TFFC commitment to tackling food insecurity, reducing food waste and promoting sustainable community support systems across Ghana.
It indicated that similar outreach initiatives would be rolled out periodically to extend support to more communities in need.
The Chief Executive Officer of Diplomatic Affairs Media and Communications Limited, Harriet Nartey, also highlighted the importance of giving back to society. She noted that corporate social responsibility remains a vital pillar in building sustainable and impactful institutions.
The outreach received support from a number of distinguished individuals and corporate organisations including Mr Kwasi Kyei Darkwah (KKD), DCOP Peter Ndekugri, Professor George K.T. Oduro, Odeefuo Amoakwa Buadu VIII, Madam Sheila Milano, Aphtro Synergy, Mojo Payments Limited and Twellium Industries.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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THE 2026 Akwambo Festival at Gomoa Amoanda in the Ga East District has been held with a call for unity, peace, and collective action towards local development.
The festival, celebrated under the theme: ‘Unity, Peace and Development,’ provided a platform for community leaders and residents to highlight critical challenges affecting health, education, water, and sanitation in the area.
The durbar took place on Saturday at the Town Square of Gomoa Amoanda, attracting chiefs, elders, and residents from across the district.
Addressing the gathering, the Odikro of Gomoa Amoanda, Nana Kofi Budu Sersah IV, appealed for urgent government and stakeholder support to address the lack of a CHPS compound, reliable drinking water, proper school infrastructure, and additional teachers.
He disclosed that land had been allocated for the construction of a CHPS compound and called for support from the government, corporate bodies, and benevolent individuals.
Touching on sanitation, Nana Budu Sersah IV noted that the construction of a public toilet had stalled due to financial constraints and appealed for assistance to complete the project.
Representing the Central Regional Minister, Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere, the District Chief Executive for Gomoa East, Margaret Naana Ackom, pledged government support for key development initiatives.
She announced a donation of 20 bags of cement for the public toilet and assured further assistance for other projects once land was made available.
The Prampimhene of the Awutu Traditional Area in the Central Region, Nana Okromansah Klordey I, who also serves as the Mankrado of Pakro Akuapim in the Eastern Region under the stool name of Nana Ntow Amoah II, expressed concern over rising drug abuse among youth.
By Stephanie Birikorang
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THE Ofankor–Nsawam road commuters appear to have breathe a sigh of relief over the progress of work on the road project which has reached 81 per cent completion.
A visit by The Spectator to the project site revealed that a significant portion of the road had already been asphalted, while most of the storm drains and culverts had been completed.
In addition, the various flyovers and pedestrian footbridges were at different stages of completion.
This appears to be the best news for commuters that ply the road daily as information indicated that the project would be completed on schedule.
According to the Chief Resident Engineer, Kwabena Bempong, steady progress had been made across the 33.4-kilometre stretch.
He expressed the hope that the remaining works would be delivered within the revised timeline, subject to the resolution of outstanding land issues at Nsawam Junction.
The Ofankor–Nsawam road forms part of National Route Six (N6), a major arterial highway linking Accra to the northern parts of the country and extending further to the Sahelian regions of West Africa.
The project scope includes the construction of four major interchanges at Amasaman, Pobiman, Medie and Nsawam Junction, alongside service roads and other ancillary facilities and is valued at $346.5 million.
By Kingsley Asare
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