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Wife butchers husband in revenge

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A married woman who could no longer withstand the harsh treatment in her marital home, is alleged to have inflicted cutlass wounds on her husband in reaction to his conduct.

The victim, Mr. Abraham Acquah is said to have hit his wife, Madam Mary Quaye, popularly called Obaa Yaa with stick during an argument.

This did not go down well with Madam Quaye who reacted violently by using a cutlass to inflict wounds on her husband in revenge.

The unfortunate incident occurred at Agona Duakwa in the Central Region on Sunday, April 25, 2021, at about 1:00am.

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Mr. Acquah was rushed to the Agona Swedru Government Hospital for treatment for sustaining multiple wounds on his left jaw, neck and shoulder.

Mary Quaye, the suspect

But Ms. Quaye was immediately detained when she went to the police station in the company of her husband to report the case.

Briefing the media, the Central Regional Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Irene Oppong explained that the incident occurred on Sunday around 1 am.

She said, the police after receiving the complaint around 4 am, proceeded to the Agona Swedru Government Hospital where they met the victim, Mr. Acquah aged 30, at the Emergency Ward with multiple deep cuts on his left jaw, neck and shoulder.

She said, a police medical report form was issued to the victim for endorsement by the medical doctor.

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DSP Oppong explained that, the couple later went to the police station to make a report on the incident as they were currently residing in the same town and Mary Quaye was arrested.

Meanwhile, complainant Mary Quaye a.k.a. Obaa Yaa, who was the complainant but now a suspect, is assisting the Police in their investigation.

From David O.  Yarboi-Tetteh, Cape Coast

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President Mahama cut sod for construction of 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong

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President John Dramani Mahama today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.

The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.

Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.

He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.

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The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.

He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.

As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.

The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.

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Captain Smart pledges massive infrastructure development in Gomoa West

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Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.

Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.

“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.

Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.

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Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.

He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.

By: Jacob Aggrey

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