The Queen Mother of Osenase in the Eastern Region, Obaapanin Akyeampomah, has announced at a press conference held at the Osenase Palace that the community’s stool remains vacant.

She explained that when a stool becomes vacant, it is the responsibility of the Queen Mother and the Head of the Aduana Royal Family to install a new Chief to succeed the late Chief. However, their situation is different.

In Ghana, no one can be installed as Chief until the late Chief has been given a befitting burial. In the case of Osenase, the late Chief has not yet been buried; however, someone has paraded himself as Chief of the area, an act she described as against tradition.

According to Obaapanin Akyeampomah, who was installed as Queen Mother in 1999, she had never witnessed a Chief being installed at 1:00 AM in the middle of the night, which demonstrates the illegality of the purported installation.

She stressed that the community will not recognize or tolerate such a person and further noted that the self-proclaimed Chief is causing unrest in the area, but the people of Osenase will not retaliate to protect the community’s image.

Setting the record straight, she declared that Osenase currently has no Chief and urged residents to remain calm as measures are being put in place to install a legitimate leader to oversee the affairs of the community.

Obaapanin Akyeampomah called on President John Dramani Mahama, Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak, the National House of Chiefs, and the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs to call the self-styled Chief to order, so that peace and harmony can prevail to prevent any unforeseen tragedy.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Green Diversity Africa, on Friday, June 5, 2026, joined the world in commemorating the year’s Environment Day at Akyem Nkroso in the Abuakwa South Municipal Assembly of the Eastern Region.

The celebration was held under the theme “A Global Call For Climate Action.”

The leadership of Green Diversity Africa, along with opinion leaders, elders, residents, and traditional leaders of the community, planted 1,500 tree seedlings, aiming to restore the degraded lands and forest reserves to their original state, as well as the rivers in the area.

Speaking to Journalists, the Executive Director of Green Diversity Africa, Hobson Agyapong, mentioned that trees play a crucial role in the lives of every human being, which is why it is a shared responsibility of everybody to cultivate a habit of planting trees to protect the environment.

According to him, our forefathers knew the numerous benefits human beings gain from the trees, which motivated them to plant them in the forest reserves and preserve them, but cited the destruction of these same forest reserves and water bodies due to the selfishness of some individuals.

Mr. Agyapong continues that growing up, there was at least a tree in every household where residents sit to receive natural air.

“Today, we claim we are in a civilized world, but those who call themselves elite in the various communities in Ghana, when they build a house, they tile the entire compound without planting a single tree to save their lives, and this demonstrates that their knowledge about the importance of trees is very weak and it is pathetic,” he noted.

“The Chinese take care of their water bodies and come to Ghana to pollute ours, and it’s about time Ghanaians change their behavior, protect the environment, and keep it safe for future generations.”

Mr. Agyapong and his team used the occasion to also launch the Okyeman Riparian Buffer Restoration and Agroforestry Project (OBRAPA).

On his part, the Nkrosohene, Osaberima Danso Abiam Ofori, indicated that trees naturally heal many diseases, so in the past, it was not common to hear someone complaining of sickness because of the forest reserves and the existence of other trees within communities.

“During that time, you’re afraid to enter the forest reserves and cut down the trees, and it helps a lot of people to live long, but currently, the chainsaw operators have destroyed them, and their activities are causing harm to the country,” he said.

Osabarima Abiam Ofori then directed all chainsaw operators in his community to participate in the tree planting initiative to replace trees that have been cut down by their illegal practices, warning that they will face his wrath if they fail to oblige his instructions.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Premium Motors Limited has officially introduced its latest flagship sport utility vehicles (SUVs), namely the Renault Koleos and Renault Kardian, into the Ghanaian market space.

The newly launched vehicles feature Renault’s advanced Full Hybrid E-Tech designed to meet modern technological and mobility demands.

The innovative powertrain combines efficiency, performance, and intelligent driving features to deliver a unique driving experience. These vehicles also offer exceptional handling and road stability through precise steering and finely tuned suspension systems.

Safety remains a key highlight of the new models equipped with Renault’s advanced safety technologies, the Koleos and Kardian are designed to enhance driving comfort while minimizing the risk of accidents, ensuring maximum protection for both drivers and passengers.

The launch event, held at the Premium Motors showroom in Accra on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, brought together key business stakeholders, technology leaders, automobile experts, corporate executives, and partners to witness the unveiling of Renault’s latest innovations in Ghana.

In his remarks, the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jihazi Jihad stated that the state-of-the-art Renault Koleos and Renault Kardian were introduced to meet the evolving and ultra-modern demands of the Ghanaian market.

“Today is more than just the launch of two remarkable vehicles. It is a celebration of innovation, progress, and our unwavering belief in the future of mobility in Ghana,” he said.

Outlining the company’s vision, Mr. Jihad noted that their goal is to establish the Renault brand as a market leader in safety and modern innovation while delivering world-class mobility solutions that meet the evolving needs of their valued and loyal customers.

On his part, Alhaji Fadi Fatal, the Group Business Manager, mentioned that the new Renault models combine luxury, comfort, security, and durability to meet both professional and personal transportation needs.

According to him, the dynamic SUVs are built to address contemporary mobility challenges while providing long-term value for customers.

He is optimistic that the new vehicle range would strengthen customer relationships and enhance the brand’s presence in the Ghanaian automotive industry.

Speaking on after-sales support, Team Lead for Customer Service, Biden Fletcher, emphasized Premium Motors’ commitment to maintaining strong relationships with customers through quality service delivery.

He explained that the company’s professionally trained technicians provide comprehensive technical support, quality assurance, and maintenance services to ensure vehicle longevity and optimal performance.

Mr. Fletcher then assured customers of prompt responses to technical concerns, routine maintenance needs, and professional advisory services.

“We reaffirm our promise to remain your trusted service provider and dependable partner throughout your Renault journey,” he stated.

By// Irene Okae.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Eastern Regional Manager of the Forestry Commission, Isaac Sintim, has stated that the region aims to plant one million two hundred thousand (1,200,000) tree seedlings in support of the Tree for Life Ghana Day initiative.

Meanwhile, the entire country is expected to plant 30 million trees on Friday, June 5, 2026, to augment existing tree cover. Some of the trees expected to be planted include mahogany, sapele, and ofram, among others.

Mr. Sintim, speaking to KONTIHEN KOFI OBOH, disclosed that the commission has enough economic trees, such as mango, coconut, and avocado, available for distribution on the day.

Speaking further, he noted that 1,200,000 seedlings have been distributed to all Forestry Commission offices in the region, including Begoro, Kyebi, Donkorkrom, Mpraeso, Somanya, Kade, Oda, and the regional office in Koforidua, located on the Akwadum stretch.

“So anyone who needs some of the seedlings can walk into the aforementioned offices and collect some for planting,” he indicated.

The Tree for Life project forms part of the government’s efforts to restore degraded lands and forest reserves to their original state.

The Eastern Regional Forestry Commission Manager praised Ghanaians for embracing the initiative over the years and urged them to demonstrate the same level of commitment and enthusiasm by participating in Friday’s exercise to ensure its success.

He said trees contribute significantly to the well-being of mankind, which is why people must cultivate the habit of planting trees regularly to help save lives.

“We need everybody on board to plant a tree in their areas to green Ghana once again,” he added.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Member of Parliament for the Abetifi constituency in the Eastern Region, Dr. Bryan Acheampong has said that the respect we claim we have for teachers must be visible in the budgets we set for those who train them because they play a crucial role in the country’s development.

“In 2025, out of a total of GHC293.1 billion national budget, GHC31.77 billion was allocated to the entire educational sector, with just about 203 million devoted to Teacher Trainer Allowances, and it is not encouraging at all,” he noted.

The Abetifi MP, who contested the New Patriotic Party’s Flagbearership race and finished in third position, added that Ghanaians are yet to hear about the “Teacher Dabre” rural housing program for rural retention and the proposed 20% rural incentive allowance.

Dr. Acheampong was speaking as a guest speaker at the Kibi Presbyterian College of Education Founders’ Day Celebration on Friday, May 29, 2026, under the theme: ” CELEBRATING OUR HERITAGE, SHAPING THE FUTURE ETHOS at the College’s auditorium in Kyebi, Abuakwa South Municipal Assembly.

He further stated that attracting and retaining excellent faculty at a teacher training college in Ghana today is not easy; therefore, salaries must be competitive, working conditions must be dignified, and research and professional development must also be supported.

The Chairman of the occasion, the Twafohene of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council, Okatakyie Boakye Danquah Ababio, on his part, said, “A nation that doesn’t honour its heroes is not a nation worth dying for.”

“It’s therefore proper and commendable that Kibi Presbyterian College of Education has chosen to educate students and cultivate institutional memory,” he opined.

Okatakyie Boakye Danquah Ababio further said, the history of the institution itself reminds us that enduring institutions are rarely the labour of one individual alone.

The Principal of the College, Rev. Dr. Charles Fosu-Ayarkwah, bemoaned how illegal miners are encroaching on their 20-acre land reserve for various projects.

According to him, the Kibi Presbyterian College of Education is growing and they are planning to turn it into a fully-fledged university, hence purchasing the 20-acre land.

According to Rev. Dr. Fosu-Ayarkwah, these illegal miners are fully armed, and they have done everything to stop them, but it has proven futile, which is why they are soliciting funds through the Founders Day Celebration to use to fence the school to prevent them from mining on their lands.

Dr. Charles Fosu-Ayarkwah used this medium to appeal to the general public, especially philanthropists, corporate entities, and old students of the College, to come to their aid and assist them in raising funds to fence the school to secure and protect the land for its purpose in the future.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Member of Parliament for the Fanteakwa North constituency in the Eastern Region, Kwame Appiah Kodua, has vowed to use the five percent (5%) common fund he receives every month from the government through the District Assembly to undertake infrastructure projects for his constituents.

He noted that the District or Municipal Assembly receives 80% of the common fund while MPs receive 5% respectively.

“I am a Member of Parliament today because, the good people of Fanteakwa North had confidence in me and voted me into office in 2024 to go represent them in Ghana’s Parliament, and seek solutions to some of the challenges confronting them in the constituency,” he acknowledged.

“I can’t say that I have not gotten anything, for them to send me to Parliament to enact laws on their behalf is a great honor done to me,” he mentioned.

Mr. Appiah Kodua made this known at a town hall engagement with his constituents dubbed:” Thanking The People, Accounting For Stewardship” in Begoro on Wednesday, May 28, 2026.

He reiterated his commitment to utilize his 5% common fund well to benefit all the communities in his constituency and emphasise that the welfare and progress of his people are dear to his heart.

The MP urged them to continue rallying their support behind him to enable him to do more developmental projects for them.

He then presented items such as 10 long brooms, 20 hand gloves, 10 Cutlasses, 3 wheelbarrows, 10 shovels, 10 rakes and 10 wellington boots to the Bontrase and Mission Bethlehem communities, respectively, to use them to clean the town ahead of the maiden Royal Durbar of Begorohene, Daasebre Mireku Afari II, in September.

Mr. Appiah Kodua asserted that Begoro is the gateway to Fanteakwa North and they need to beautify the community so that dignitaries who would be gracing the Begorohene’s historic event will feel safe and secure at home.

He also presented 40 plastic chairs to the aforementioned communities to use for their gatherings.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

St. Paul Technical Institute, established 69 years ago and located at Akim Kukurantumi in the Abuakwa North Municipality of the Eastern Region, is appealing to the government for urgent infrastructure support.

As one of Ghana’s pioneer Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools, the institute has produced many prominent individuals who have contributed immensely to national development, yet it continues to lag behind in critical infrastructure projects.

On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the school held its 3rd congregation ceremony where 801 students, comprising 50 females and 651 males graduated successfully from the institution.

Speaking to a cross-section of journalists, the Headteacher of the institution, Teye-Bii Teye Agualey mentioned that the school does not have an Assembly Hall, and its dining hall is too small to accommodate over 2,760 students at a time.

Mr. Teye recalled that in 2025, the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, visited the noble institution and promised to provide them with an ultramodern Assembly Hall and expand the dining hall; however, since that visit, the school has not received any update on the project.

He therefore used the medium to remind the Minister to fulfill his promise so the school can have an official venue for hosting programs, thereby enhancing teaching and learning.

On his part, the Guest Speaker, Professor Prince Boateng, Principal of Ada College of Education in the Greater Accra Region, said that Ghana spends millions of cedis importing items that could be produced locally by TVET students, while continuing to rely on foreign plumbers, electricians, and builders.

He stressed that this is not because they are smarter than us, but because society has historically undervalued TVET.

“Today, that narrative has changed because of Artificial
Intelligence and it is aggressively replacing routine, spreadsheet-driven office work across the globe.

“But the good news is that AI cannot unlock
stubborn drain in Abuakwa North, cannot weld a structurally sound
bridge, and cannot install a solar power grid in a remote village and that is the exclusive territory of the Ghanaian TVET student,” he underscored.

Professor Prince Boateng believes that theories alone cannot build a country, but rather the sweat, ingenuity, and spatial intelligence of skilled youth.

Furthermore, the Abuakwa North Director of Education, Madam Grace Adza-Awude, urged the nation to continue prioritizing TVET by investing in modern infrastructure, relevant equipment, qualified instructors, and stronger industry partnerships to ensure graduates remain globally competitive.

She concluded that a strong country is built by skilled, disciplined, and empowered youth, therefore, Ghana must collectively support and promote Technical and Vocational Education and Training as a viable pathway to national transformation and sustainable development.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.

The General Overseer of Leaders Light International Church, Apostle Dr. Samuel Kofi Dadzie, has expressed concern about how some Ghanaian youth are misusing social media to attack and insult the country’s leaders, especially the President.

He cautioned that the youth should not take advantage of ‘Freedom of Speech’ to disrespect national leaders, because those who have held leadership roles before can attest to how difficult it is to satisfy millions of people as a leader.

According to him, former President Akufo-Addo cannot open his mouth to insult President John Dramani Mahama even if he [Nana Addo] disagrees with him about something.

Akufo-Addo held the highest office of the land for 8 solid years, and he is aware that no President can meet the demands of every single Ghanaian citizen in just a day, he added.

He indicated that it is only those who have never been President or occupied a leadership position who insult either the former or current President, including Asantehene, Ga Mantse, and other prominent people who are working tirelessly to change the fortunes of the country.

He further said that the youth of today are joining their early graves due to a lack of respect for the elderly, even though God has instructed children to obey their parents so they may prosper and live long.

“The saddest aspect of it all is that the young people who are insulting the President, Asantehene, GA Matse, and other prominent people through social media wouldn’t get the opportunity to even clean their shoes, stressing that respect and humility are key to success.”

Apostle Dr. Samuel Dadzie stated that insults cannot fix a collapsing economy, but if the youth address issues retarding the development of the country in a diplomatic manner, the President or leader in charge will listen to them in good faith and find a solution to bring peace to the country rather than using abusive words.

The General Overseer of Leaders Light International Church hinted that due to the attitude being portrayed by the youth currently, when they attain the age of 50-60 years, they will start apologizing for their actions even when nobody is chasing or instructing them to do so.

He made these remarks to Kontihen Kofi Oboh during their Thanksgiving Service held at Osabene, Eastern Region, on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Dr. Kofi Dadzie then advised the youth to give the needed respect to the leaders of the country so they may live long and refrain from anything that will negatively impact their lives in the future.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Chief of Akyem Afiesa of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council in the Eastern Region, Nana Agyeman Dua Okumanin II, has installed three Sub-Chiefs, namely, Sompahene, Domfrehene, and Mbabawaahemaa, expected to help him champion infrastructure projects in the area.

The three newly installed Sub-Chiefs are young and energetic who expressed commitment to working assiduously to support Nana Dua Okumanin to attract investors to the development of Afiesaman.

Speaking to Journalists at Afiesa Ahenfie on Thursday, May 21, 2026, Nana Agyeman Okumanin underscores the importance of installing these trio to occupy such positions in playing instrumental roles towards the development of the community.

The traditional leader mentioned that Afiesaman is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council, however poor lacks road network is retarding their progress.

Otafirgya, as he is affectionately called, revealed that during the eight-year tenure under the Akufo-Addo erstwhile New Patriotic Party administration, several attempts were made to get them fixed, but it proved futile.

“When it is 8:00 PM, you find it difficult to get a car from Kyebi to the community, and in the morning too, the schoolchildren sometimes have to walk to School because cars are scarce due to the nature of our road network,” said Afiesahene.

Nana Agyeman Dua Okumanin II used the opportunity and called on President John Dramani Mahama and his Roads Minister, Kwame Agbodza to come to their aid and get these roads fixed as they were capable of enabling schoolchildren to report to school on time and have sound minds to study.

He advised the schoolchildren to humble themselves before their Senior Chiefs and serve Afiesaman with respect and dignity so that together they can work in a harmonious way to develop the community.

One of the newly installed Sub-Chiefs, Mbabawaahemaa, Nana Asabea Nuamah, said the development and progress of women in the community is dear to her heart, and she will put in place measures to empower them to become self-reliant and help contribute meaningfully to the success of Afiesaman.

“Going to School is very essential to mankind but if you can’t go to school all hope is not lost, you can venture into artisanal skills to better your life and you would become the most successful person in the future because currently those who run their own businesses have a lot of money to take care of themselves and their families,” she observed.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ensuro Drinking Water, Edmond Agyapong, has presented a brand-new, unregistered Voxy vehicle to Apostle Dr. Samuel Kofi Dadzie, the founder of Leaders Light International Church.

He also donated an unspecified amount of money to the Man of God for the vehicle registration.

However, in a gesture of appreciating hard work, the founder gives out the gift to one of his long-serving pastors who has served with dedication and commitment.

Speaking to Kontihen Kofi Oboh, the General Overseer of the church, Apostle Dr. Samuel Kofi Dadzie revealed that the gesture of the CEO for Ensuro Drinking Water was a fulfillment of a promise he made to him some years ago.

The General Overseer explained that his reason to hand out the donated vehicle to Apostle Samuel Kofi Anane, stemmed from his respect, humility, faithfulness, and loyalty of years of service to help the church’s sustainability.

“For this reason, I said to myself that if Ensuro, as he is popularly called, buys me a car, I will hand it over to Apostle Kofi Anane for him to know that I really appreciate him for not turning his back on me during difficult times,” he highlighted.

Apostle Dr. Kofi Dadzie added that if you’re a leader, prioritizing the well-being of your followers is essential, rather than living a luxury lifestyle while they are suffering.

“In doing so, it gives them joy, and they won’t regret serving you. Hence, handing over the brand-new, unregistered Voxy car to Apostle Samuel Anane for him to benefit from his labor in his old age,” he indicated.

The General Overseer of Leaders Light International Church made this known when Ensuro presented the car to him during their Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the church headquarters in Osabene, Eastern Region.

According to Apostle Dr. Kofi Dadzie, he has been doing this for years, and this is the fourth car he has given out.

He believes that this move will motivate other pastors in the church to continue working hard and help it grow, knowing that their turn may come one day.

“The Church is looking forward to building a house for him before going to retirement,” he revealed.

Apostle Dr. Kofi Dadzie used the occasion to implore the founders and leaders of other churches to emulate his example.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.