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‘Vorsa’ attracts hundreds at Alliance Francaise
• The performers put up different acts on stage
Patrons turning up at Alliance Francaise were held spellbound last Saturday with a well-crafted and coordinated stage show titled ‘Vorsa’ (sacrifice).
The production, choreographed by Kafui Tay, Senyo Okyere, and directed by Kofi Antonio, was a combination of rich Ghanaian culture, art, and music, depicting the impact of environmental pollution and climate
About 25 performers, comprising men, women and children, won the heart of viewers as they took turns to project the theme of the show put together by Tifali organisation, a group of performing art and heritage studies experts.
With colourful costumes and other eye-catching elements, the team transitioned through various narratives mixed with energetic traditional and contemporary dance moves and artistry.
Mr Kafui Tay, the Lead Choreographer, told The Spectator that illegal mining (galamsey) and other forms of environmental pollution remained a threat to livelihoods hence the move to create awareness with their craft.
He explained ‘Vorsa’ was to make people recognise the urgency or the ‘sacrifices’ they need to make in protecting and preserving the environment for future generations.
“We believe that our forebears left a clean environment for us but greed is making us lose it all. We have always had clean water but galamsey is threating the existence for our water bodies. So all along we have been looking at how we can add our voices to some of these pressing issues, he noted.
He said Tiffany organisation was focused on using performing arts to bring about social change and had since 2017 highlighted issues such as girl child education, women empowerment, peace and climate change and other matters of public concern.
Mr Senyo Okyere, on his part, commended Alliance Francaise for the partnership and asked the public to look out for more captivating performances in future.
Describing ‘Vorsa’ as “an integral part of our social, civic and economic lives,” he believed the creative piece would stimulate authorities to act promptly.
Another drama titled ‘The Legend of Akushika’ also attracted positive feedback from the audience on the night.
By Ernest Nutsugah
The Ashanti South Regional Police Intelligence Directorate has arrested two suspects in connection with a robbery attack on an Indian national in Obuasi and a separately planned robbery operation targeting a distribution company in the same area.
On April 16, 2026, Police received credible intelligence that a group of armed men were planning an attack in Obuasi. A police team moved swiftly into the area and arrested suspect Iddrisu Fuseini, also known as “Iddi”, at his hideout in Bedieso, Obuasi.
During interrogation, he confessed to being part of a six-member gang that attacked an Indian national at his residence at New Baakoyeden, Obuasi, on April 12 2026, robbing him of GH₵150,000.00.
He disclosed that the attack was orchestrated following a tip-off from suspect Ibrahim, an employee of the victim, who informed the gang that the victim kept large sums of money.
Further investigations led to the arrest of a second suspect, Shaibu Mohammed, also known as “SM” or “Cicinati”, on 20th April 2026 at his hideout in Gausu, Obuasi. During interrogation, he admitted to participating in the planning of the robbery and confirmed that the gang had further planned to rob a distribution company near Mawuli Hotel in Obuasi.
Investigations have further revealed that both suspects are currently standing trial at the Obuasi Circuit Court in connection with a separate robbery of GH₵600,000.00.
A manhunt is ongoing to arrest the remaining accomplices, identified as Khalifa, Edward, Prof, Waddle, Ebbe, and Ibrahim, and to recover a pump action gun and a locally manufactured pistol believed to be in their possession.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), on April 17, 2026, decorated nineteen (19) senior officers who have been promoted to their next ranks based on the recommendations of the Police Council and approval of the President, John Dramani Mahama.
The ceremony, held at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, forms part of efforts to recognise merit, dedication, and long-standing service within the Ghana Police Service, while strengthening leadership across key operational and administrative levels.
The officers promoted from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP) are Dr. Luke Asue-In-Yeng Zakpaa, Mr. Frederick Agyei, Mr. Duuti Tuaruka, Mr. Arthur Osei-Akoto, Mr. Darko Offei Lomotey, Mr. Eric Ken Winful, Mr. Barnabas Nambont Nasumong, and Mr. Desmond Owusu Boampong.
The IGP and members of POMAB congratulated the officers and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties.
