The Member of Parliament for New Juaben North in the Eastern Region, Nana Osei Adjei, has commended the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Sweet Queens International, Felicia Boateng, for establishing such an association dedicated to supporting women’s welfare in the area.

He emphasized that empowering women to become self-reliant has been his foremost priority; therefore, upon his election and subsequent entry into Parliament, he had a longstanding aspiration to serve on the Gender Committee.

Mr. Osei said he was thrilled to find his name listed on the Committee for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, noting his consistent advocacy for women to be appointed to key positions across all sectors.

“Currently, the Ghana Parliament has 40 female MPs, and for these numbers to be maintained going into an election I would be glad to have females to contest those seats to enable the House to have the same numbers for them to have a say in governance as well as contribute their quota toward the nation-building,” he noted.

The lawmaker made these remarks at the official launch of the Royal Sweet Queens International Association at Oyoko on Saturday, August 16, 2025. The Association aims to support the underprivileged women in the area.

Mr. Osei added that women are inherently kind and, when entrusted with leadership, are less likely to amass personal wealth due to their fear of legal consequences after leaving office.

He argued that including more women in governance could help safeguard the public purse and reduce corruption and corruption-related activities in the country.

The Founder and CEO of the Royal Sweet Queens International Association, Felicia Boateng, explained that the group was instituted to support underprivileged women confronted with marital challenges and to bring joy into their lives.

Emphasising their generosity, she indicated that proceeds from the inaugural ceremony would be donated to the Oyoko Clinic to help them purchase equipment and enhance quality healthcare delivery at the facility.

She noted that the association recently donated to the Hour of Grace Orphanage in Huhunya to help the children feel loved despite the loss of their parents.

On his part, the Oyokohene, Nana Osei Bonsu Sempei II, reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the association’s success and urged members to avoid practices that could render the group defunct.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Royal Sweet Queens International, a women’s association based in the New Juaben North Municipal of the Eastern Region, has joined the nation to mourn the eight patriots who died in a helicopter crash at Sikakrom in the Adansi of the Ashanti Region.

The victims were Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, the Defense Minister, Dr. Murtala Mohammed, the Environment Minister, and six others.

The tragedy occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, when the deceased were attending the official launch of the Responsible Corporate Mining and Skills Development Program in Obuasi. This initiative aimed to enable miners to engage in proper mining procedures to protect the environment.

The Government of Ghana is giving them a state burial today, Friday, August 15, at the State House to honour their efforts and contributions towards the growth and development of the country.

The Women’s Organizer for New Juaben North Constituency on the ticket of the opposition New Patriotic Party, Dora Quarshie, who doubles as the executive member of the association, described the death of the victims as a big blow for the country.

She said that their passing has created a big vacuum for their respective families.

Dora Quarshie furthered by saying that Dr. Omane Boamah was the only person from Koforidua who was in a key position in the NDC government that could have helped develop New Juaben, noting that his untimely death has the potential of shutting down dreams of many youth in the area.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Sweet Queens International, Felicia Boateng, on behalf of the members, extends her condolences to President John Mahama and the bereaved families.

She stated that these national tragedy have weakened everybody because the two government officials and six others served the country with dignity.

They wore a black dress to sympathize with the bereaved families when they embarked on a float to create public awareness of the official launch of their association in Oyoko on Saturday, August 16.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The newly installed Chief of Duodukrom in the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council of the Eastern Region has stated that traditional rulers are entrusted with the responsibility to champion development projects for their people.

According to him, the core mandate of every chief is to employ effective lobbying skills and connections with relevant authorities to secure infrastructure projects.

Barfuo Okae Ayeh I indicated that one of his topmost priorities is to secure a health facility for the Duodukrom community to ensure access to quality healthcare.

He explained that Duodukrom is a farming community, and the absence of a health centre is worrying. He noted that when someone falls sick, they have to be transported to the Suhum Government Hospital for treatment, which is not ideal.

The Duodukrom Chief pledged to lobby both the Ayensuano District Assembly and the appropriate authorities to build a health facility in the community, so residents can receive treatment locally.

He assured the people that he would work closely with them to develop the area.

The Chief of Kofipare, Barfuo Opare Amponsah III, on his part, urged the community to give their full support to the new chief, stressing that development can only be achieved through unity and cooperation.

BY // Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Aristocrats Fraternity has joined the nation in mourning the eight gallant Ghanaians who lost their lives in the military helicopter crash at Sikakrom in Adansi in the Ashanti Region.

The tragedy occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, when the deceased were attending the official launch of the Responsible Corporate Mining and Skills Development Program in Obuasi, Ashanti Region. The program aimed to enable miners to use proper methods to safeguard the environment.

The victims were Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister for Defense, Dr. Alhaji Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, and six others including three military officers.

Speaking at the Jubilee House after laying their wreath on Sunday, August 10, Chairman of the Aristocrats Fraternity, Ohene Danquah Agyemang Duah, called on the government to provide the necessary resources for the military to fight the galamsey menace in the country.

According to him, when security agencies are well-equipped, eradicating galamseyers from destroying lands, forests, and polluting water bodies is feasible.

“These five government officials and the three Military officers died while on their way to Obuasi for the government’s programme launch to regularize the activities of the illegal mining in the country,” Ohene Duah highlighted.

Ohene Danquah Agyemang Duah, who doubles as a security expert, rejected the idea that President John Dramani Mahama should use the incident as a point of call to declare a State of Emergency on mining.

He explained that 1994 (Act 472) of the constitution specifies the procedure and conditions under which a State of Emergency can be declared, indicating that Ghana has not reached that stage.

He believes that if the government puts in place punitive measures and equips the military in this fight, galamsey would be a thing of the past.

Adding his voice to the long list of mourners nationwide, the Chairman of the Aristocrats Fraternity commiserated with Ghanaians and the bereaved families.

He commended Ghanaians for treating the incident as a national disaster and refraining from politicizing it.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Former Member of Parliament for Suhum constituency in the Eastern Region, Oboafo Kwadjo Asante, has stated that unity is the most essential commodity in every association.

Speaking at the launch of the Friends of Oboafo Kwadjo Asante Welfare Fund in Suhum, he said unity is the pivot of the sustainability of every growing association.

The Oboafo Kwadjo Asante Welfare Fund is aimed at providing financial support to its members during challenging times.

Kwadjo Asante, who serves as the association’s patron, emphasized that the group was not created to score political points in the constituency but rather to assist its members financially in times of critical need.

The former Suhum MP and patron of the association also admonished members to attend meetings and pay their dues regularly so the group can accumulate enough funds to achieve its intended purpose.

“In doing so, it would help the association grow and also provide support to the members on time when something unexpectedly occurs to them,” he noted.

The secretary of the association, Isaac Boateng, added that the group was established to support its members when unforeseen challenges arise and they require financial assistance.

He urged Ghanaians to join at least one association so that in times of difficulty, they can receive help without resorting to begging for alms.

He explained that this initiative is intended to offer hope to members when they face hardship.

The Suhum Hemaa, Nana Bensua Arko, who graced the occasion, commended the leadership of the association for instituting such a welfare fund to provide financial relief to its members in times of need.

The Friends of Oboafo Welfare Fund aims to donate ¢10,000 to any member who loses a parent, to support funeral expenses, among other benefits.

Reacting to the initiative, Nana Bensua Arko said funerals are expensive, and such an amount will help reduce the financial burden on bereaved families.

By // Kontihen Kofi Oboh

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

With heavy hearts, the leadership and members of the Aristocrats
Fraternity extend our deepest sympathies to the families, loved ones, and The entire nation of Ghana following the heartbreaking helicopter crash on August 6th, 2025.

This tragedy has taken away remarkable statesmen, ministers, and air force officers whose dedication and service have greatly contributed to our nation’s progress.

In this moment of profound grief, we remember the lives lost with respect
and gratitude. Their unwavering commitment to Ghana’s development
will always be remembered, and their legacy will remain a guiding light
for all of us.

As members of The Aristocrats Fraternity, we stand united in mourning
and support. We pledge our solidarity to Ghana and those affected by this
tragedy, and we remain committed to fostering a spirit of hope and
resilience in these difficult times.

With heartfelt condolences,

(Signed.)

Ohene Danquah Agyemang Duah
Chairman, Aristocrats Fraternity.

The Aburihene in the Akuapem Traditional Council of the Eastern Region, Otoobour Djan Kwasi, commended the general public for their maturity in showing empathy and decorum in the wake of the tragic passing of eight individuals killed in the Obuasi helicopter crash.

Five government officials and three military officers were on board a military helicopter that crashed at the Sikaman community in Adansi in the Ashanti Region.

The tragedy occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, when the deceased were attending the official launch of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Program. An initiative aims to enable miners to use proper mining methodology to protect the environment.

The victims are the Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, the Minister of Environment, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtaka Mohammed, and six others.

The national tragedy has thrown the entire nation into shock, forcing President John Dramani Mahama to declare a three-day national mourning from Thursday, August 7 to August 9.

Adding his voice to the tall list of mourners nationwide, the Aburihene, Otoobour Djan Kwasi, commiserated with Ghanaians and the bereaved families.

He praised Ghanaians for treating the incident as a national disaster and staying away from politicizing it.

Otoobour Djan Kwasi, who is also the Adontenhene of the Akuapem Traditional Council, expressed that with death being inevitable, how one would succumb forever remains a mystery which nobody knows; therefore, it calls for being circumspect about the situation that befalls the country.

He further revealed that Patience Ampadu, the mother of the late Flying Officer Twum Ampadu, hails from Aburi and served for over 25 years as a lecturer at the Aburi Presbyterian Women’s College of Education.

He indicated further that the late Mr. Twum had his secondary education at Aburi Secondary Technical School, a narrative that the traditional leader believes Aburiman is equally affected by the tragedy.

Nana Otoobour Djan used the opportunity and pleaded with the public, especially individuals with content [footage/images] of the deceased remains on their phones, to stop sharing and delete them.

According to him, circulating such footage and images deepens the agony of the bereaved families when they see it.

He admonished the general public to observe the President’s 3-day national mourning directive to honor their dedicated services and patriotism exhibited to the country while alive.

He assured President Mahama that they would rally behind him, the government, and the families of the victims in these challenging times until the storm is over.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Board Chairman of the Ghana Cocoa Board, Elder Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, has revealed that the government will announce a new producer price for cocoa on Monday, August 4, 2025.

According to him, this new cocoa price announcement would be made by the finance minister, Dr. Atto Forson.

“As a board chairman of the cocoa board, the welfare of the cocoa farmers in the country is paramount to me, hence the new price to enable them to know that we appreciate their efforts toward the development of the country,” he mentioned.

Dr. Ofosu Ampofo, who serves as senior advisor to Vice President president Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, further stated that the strength of Ghanas’ finance depends on cocoa, which is why President John Mahama saw the need to increase the price to motivate the cocoa farmers because they also deserve better to change their standard of living.

He made this known on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Akyem Adukrom when he attended the funeral service of late Samuel Asare, a catechist of presbyterian Church of Ghana.

The producer price of cocoa in Ghana is currently GH₵3,100 per 64kg bag, which is equivalent to GH₵49,600 per tonne, according to Cocobod.

Dr. Samuel Ampofo bemoaned the absence of youth engaging in cocoa farming and indicated that if this continues, the future of cocoa production in Ghana would be bleak.

He then appealed to them not to leave the work for only the aged, revealing that the government is committed to supporting youth engaging in the agriculture sector to shape their lives, especially in cocoa farming.

by // kontihen kofi oboh

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Parliamentary Candidate for Akwatia constituency, Solomon Asumado, has eulogized the late Ernest Yaw Kumi for working tirelessly to win the parliamentary seat for the New Patriotic Party in 2024.

He said Mr. Kumi made a lot of sacrifices before winning the seat for the party, and therefore, they as a party must forgo their differences and put in much effort to retain the seat to honor him

According to him, in the 2020 election, the performance of Yaw Kumi as PC gave the party hope that if they had given him another nod to contest the 2024 election, he was going to win the parliamentary seat for the NPP. Low and behold, he made it on December 7, 2024.

Asumado reiterates his commitment to completing every project commenced by Ernest Kumi if he becomes the next Member of Parliament of the Akwatia constituency.

He made these remarks during their constituency delegate conference and campaign launch at Boadua.

The Akwatia by-election is slated for September 2, 2025.

The Member of Parliament for the Akuapem North constituency, Sammi Awuku, said Ernest Yaw Kumi sat behind him in Parliament, and he was on good terms with him; his death shocked everybody.

Sammi Awuku revealed that both of them, including Michael Okyere Baafi, Member of Parliament for the New Juaben constituency, were lobbying a consultant to come and do a project for their respective constituencies. Whenever the late Akwatia MP calls for a meeting, the National Democratic Congress chases him with court issues.

After Ernest Kumi’s victory in the 2024 parliamentary election, the NDC’s PC for Akwatia, Henry Boakye Yiadom, took him to the Koforidua High Court, challenging the results.

BY// Kontihe Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The New Patriotic Party has sent a stern warning to the Inspector General of Police, Tetteh Yohunu, to discharge his duty professionally in the upcoming September 2, 2025, Akwatia by-election to avoid any chaos that may arise in the constituency.

Speaking at the delegates’ conference and campaign launch held at Bodua to unveil Solomon Asumado, the NPP’s Parliamentary Candidate for the constituency, the National Organizer of the party, Henry Nana Boakye, stressed that the IGP should put in place thorough punitive security measures to ensure Akwatiaman enjoys an incident-free by-election.

According to him, they do not want to witness the same brutality that occurred in the Ablekuma North constituency in the Greater Accra Region.

He stated that, other than those mentioned above, they would also protect themselves.

Nana Boakye alleged that the pictures of those militants who caused mayhem in Ablekuma North are on social media, but the Ghana Police Service has not been able to apprehend any of them, a situation he described as pathetic.

He assured the Eastern Regional executives that the National Leadership of the party would provide them with any resources they need to support the Akwatia constituency executives to maintain the seat for the NPP in Parliament.

The NPP’s National Organizer then urged the elephant family members in Akwatia to embark on a serious campaign for the party to enable the constituents to vote for Asumado Solomon to honor Yaw Kumi, the late MP of the constituency.

BY // KONTIHEN KOFI OBOH.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.