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The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo Global Series launched
The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo (GPLE) is excited to announce its 2024 global series, beginning in Washington DC at The Royal Sonesta Hotel, followed by London at the Pestana Hotel, Chelsea Bridge, and concluding in Accra at the Alisa Hotel, North Ridge.
This international series will showcase Ghana’s thriving real estate, tourism, and lifestyle sectors.
The Expo offers attendees a unique platform to engage with real estate experts and explore lucrative investment opportunities in Ghana.
Featuring dynamic panel discussions and interactive sessions, the Expo will highlight the rapid growth of Ghana’s real estate and lifestyle industries.
Accra’s real estate market is booming and driven by increasing demand for luxury properties.
Recently, Time Out magazine ranked Cantonments, Accra, among the top 40 neighborhoods globally.
As the gateway to Africa, Ghana is seeing strong demand from the diaspora and beyond for property investment.
Event Theme: Diligently Building Wealth Through Ghana Real Estate: The Future of Property Investment.”
This year’s Expo will provide a comprehensive overview of Ghana’s real estate, tourism, and lifestyle opportunities.
Co-organised by Anna and Victoria Agyekum, founders of On Point Property Management Ltd, the Expo will feature a lineup of government agencies, guest speakers, and industry professionals offering insights on property investment, legal advice, financial planning, and tourism.
Exhibitors will include renowned developers, property agencies, financial institutions, architects, and lifestyle brands. Attendees will have access to a wide range of property options, from residential and commercial developments to beachfront villas and investment properties.
With expert-led workshops and networking opportunities, visitors will receive practical advice on legal, financial, and estate planning matters, ensuring they can make informed decisions on their property investments.
Anna Agyekum shared
“We are thrilled to bring GPLE to Washington DC and expand our reach across three continents. The Expo has become a trusted platform for buyers seeking secure real estate investments in Ghana.”
Victoria Agyekum added
“Since our inaugural Expo in 2017, which addressed challenges faced by the diaspora in buying property and land safely, we’ve witnessed incredible growth in demand. We’re excited to host this year’s series in Washington DC, London, and Accra.”
The Washington DC Expo is part of Ghana in DC Week, organized in collaboration with the Ghana Embassy in Washington DC, Beyond the Return, and the Ghana Tourism Authority.
This week-long celebration of Ghana’s culture and investment potential aims to foster stronger connections between Ghana and the U.S.
The Expo will also celebrate Ghana’s rich cultural heritage, with exhibitors showcasing local products, services, and tourism offerings. It aims to promote Ghanaian businesses to an international audience, foster partnerships, and expand global investment.
This year’s Expo is proudly partnered with Access Bank (Ghana) Plc, with Goldkey Properties as the lead sponsor.
The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, today led the National Executives of the party to pay a condolence visit to the family of the late H.E. Samuel Odoi-Sykes.
Odoi-Sykes, former National Chairman of the NPP, was a distinguished lawyer, diplomat and statesman.
In a message after the visit, Dr. Bawumia said the leadership shared in the family’s grief and extended heartfelt sympathies during the difficult time.
“H.E. Odoi-Sykes served our party with dedication and commitment, and his contributions will always be remembered,” he stated.
He prayed for comfort and strength for the bereaved family and for the soul of the late former Chairman to rest in eternal peace.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Suame Member of Parliament (MP) John Darko has denied any involvement in a post-court settlement between SIC Savings and Loans and Equity Savings and Loans, insisting that he had no part in any decision to compromise a court judgment in favour of SIC.
His position follows an interrogation by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, as part of its ongoing investigations into the affairs of the two financial institutions.
In a press release dated Wednesday, October 14, his lawyers, Darko, Keli-Delataa & Co, said he met EOCO investigators after receiving an invitation to assist with the investigations.
According to the firm, the questioning focused on his role as legal counsel for Equity during its court dispute with SIC over a matured investment that had not been paid. It also covered his membership of Equity’s board between 2015 and 2023.
The lawyers explained that their firm’s involvement was limited to the litigation and the recovery of part of the amounts awarded to SIC by the court.
They said the firm had no further involvement in any settlement reached between the two companies after the court proceedings.
The statement further indicated that the firm was unaware of Equity’s decision to sell land that had been attached by a court to secure the judgment to a third party, ECOSWISS.
It added that the firm had already stopped providing legal services to Equity because of unpaid legal fees before the events that followed the court judgment.
The lawyers maintained that Mr Darko had ceased to be a member of Equity’s board by September 2023 and was not involved in any decision to compromise the court judgment.
They rejected any suggestion that he participated in a scheme to deny SIC the benefits of the court awards.
“ Our client is committed to the ongoing investigations and stands ready to provide any further assistance to EOCO concerning his role and that of our firm in this SIC and Equity matter,” the statement said.
The firm commended EOCO’s investigators for their professionalism during the questioning and the courtesies extended to the MP.
It maintained that both Mr Darko and the firm acted ethically and professionally throughout their period of representing Equity.
The statement was signed by K. Keli-Delataa, Managing Partner of Darko, Keli-Delataa & Co.
EOCO’s investigations into the affairs of SIC Savings and Loans and Equity Savings and Loans remain ongoing.
By: Jacob Aggrey
