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W/R NRSA ‘celebrates’ achievement
The Western Regional Directorate of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has attributed reduction in road crashes to the sustained stakeholders’ approach to road safety policies and programmes in the region.
It recorted 907 crashes in 2021 as against 972 in 2020, a variance of – 65, while injuries also reduced from 867 to 728 during the period.
This was contained in letter of appreciation signed by the Regional Manager, Nana Akua Ansaah and copied to the media.
It, however, expressed concerns about the 122 deaths recorded during the period as against 111 in 2020.
“We would like to thank you and your team for your hard work and dedication to the reduction of road traffic crashes. With combined efforts, we were able to make some reductions on the number of crashes, injuries, but slight increase in the deaths recorded.
“We appreciate your hard work, sincerity and dedication through which we achieve some reductions. We are counting on your continuous support to prevent crashes, injuries and deaths (CIDs) to make the Western Regional road safety situation better for our collective good.” Nana Ansaah added.
She explained that, it took the combined efforts of stakeholders’ active participation to hold education programmes on road traffic regulation, enforcement as well as the various assemblies holding training for motorbike riders.
Nana Ansaah said that for this year, the Authority together with its partners, would work on human attitude which was another worrying signs for indiscipline on the road which included drunk- driving.
“We would focus our education on drivers who used mobile phone while driving and also double -parking at some joints in town.” she stressed, praying “We hope that this year, we will have not crashes, injuries and even deaths.” Nana Ansaah said.
From Clement Adzei Boye, Takoradi
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Breaking News: Daddy Lumba is dead – Family announces
Ghanaian music legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has died.
His family confirmed the sad news in a press release issued on Saturday, saying the 60-year-old passed away earlier in the day after a short illness.
“It is with profound sorrow and deep grief that the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana’s beloved musical icon,” the statement read.
Daddy Lumba was one of Ghana’s most celebrated highlife musicians. With a career spanning more than three decades, his songs touched millions, telling stories of love, pain, joy, and hope.
He was known for his powerful voice, emotional lyrics, and unique style that made him a household name across the country and beyond.
“His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience,” the family said.
The family has asked for privacy as they mourn their loss and promised to announce funeral arrangements in the coming days.
The statement was signed by Fati Ali Yallah, a lawyer from Baba Jamal & Associates, on behalf of the Fosu family.
Fans, fellow musicians, and Ghanaians across the country have started pouring out tributes on social media, remembering Daddy Lumba’s unmatched contribution to Ghanaian music.
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Edem’s debut album gets praise from Sarkodie
Ghanaian rap star Sarkodie has celebrated fellow artiste Edem for his groundbreaking debut album “The Volta Regime”, calling it one of the greatest albums in Ghana’s music history.
In a heartfelt social media post, Sarkodie, whose real name is Michael Owusu Addo, reflected on the first time he heard Edem rap.
He said he was instantly impressed and knew Edem would have a serious impact on the music scene.
“I remember when I first encountered my brother Edem, I came back home to tell one of my hommies that this guy will have a serious impact on the music scene,”
“He was like naa because of the language barrier. I said I don’t hear language, I hear greatness. Big up my brother, you are still on my favourite emcee list.” Sarkodie wrote.
Edem, born Denning Edem Hotor, released The Volta Regime in 2009. The album boldly embraced the Ewe language and featured collaborations with top Ghanaian artists including Tinny, Kwabena Kwabena, and Jeremie Van-Garshong.
Despite initial doubts about how well Ewe rap would perform commercially, the album proved to be a major success and introduced a new wave of local-language hip-hop.
Songs like Bra Fre Me, Nyorvuviade, and the powerful Intro helped establish Edem’s lyrical prowess and cemented his place as a unique voice in the Ghanaian music industry.
At a time when the local scene was dominated by Twi and Ga-speaking rappers, Edem’s success broke barriers and made it clear that talent speaks louder than language.
His impact opened doors for more linguistic diversity in hiplife and hip-hop music across the country.
Sarkodie’s tribute is especially meaningful because both artists emerged around the same period. Sarkodie’s own debut album Makye also dropped in 2009, and the two have long shown mutual respect for each other’s craft.
Today, over 15 years after its release, The Volta Regime continues to inspire fans and artists alike. It remains a symbol of bold originality and cultural pride.
Edem has since released several projects and remains an active voice in Ghanaian music and youth advocacy. His legacy is a reminder that true greatness is not limited by language.
