Hajia Mariam Dzifa Mohammed, a prominent political figure and tireless advocate for grassroots development, is calling on Ghanaians, particularly government appointees and community stakeholders, to rise above political disappointment and contribute meaningfully to the development of their local areas.

Speaking to the media in Amasaman, the former NDC Parliamentary aspirant for the constituency, who also served as National Women Organizer for Zongo for Mahama, former GA West MCE aspirant, Executive Deputy Secretary of ADAM GH, and President of Voice of the Nation Ghana, emphasized that nation-building is a shared responsibility.

“Community development must be holistic and devoid of emotional sentiments,” she stated. “We are the first beneficiaries of every good project in our communities. Whether or not you hold a political office, you still have a responsibility to contribute.”

Hajia Mariam urged those who feel marginalized by political appointments not to allow disappointment to turn into inaction. She called for unity and active support toward the implementation of H.E. John Dramani Mahama’s development agenda.

“Let us not let political frustrations hinder our civic duty. We can all help H.E. John Dramani Mahama achieve his vision for Ghana in our small, consistent ways,” she added.

In her remarks, she highlighted serious infrastructural issues plaguing the Amasaman enclave. She cited the dangerous state of the Pokuase–Amasaman stretch of the Accra–Kumasi Highway, calling it a major threat to lives and livelihoods.

“This road is an international corridor, yet it is in a deplorable state,” she said. “It’s putting drivers, traders, and pedestrians in danger every single day. We appeal to H.E. John Dramani Mahama to prioritize its rehabilitation.”

Hajia Mariam also raised urgent concerns about the poor drainage systems and weakened bridges in Amasaman and surrounding communities, which continue to cause devastating floods during the rainy season.

But most heartbreaking, she said, is the impact these floods have on school children.

“Every rainfall turns into a nightmare for school children. Some are unable to go to school, while others are forced to walk through floodwaters and unsafe bridges,” she explained. “We can’t speak of quality education when our children are risking their lives just to get to class.”

She called on government, local authorities, civil society organizations, and residents to treat flood mitigation and drainage improvement as a top priority.

“We must build safer communities, not just for today, but for the future generation,” she urged. “And that starts with ensuring our children can access education safely.”

Hajia Mariam concluded her remarks by commending the recent signs of economic recovery under Mahama’s leadership, especially the appreciation of the Ghana Cedi.

“The strengthening of our currency is a positive sign it shows that with the right leadership, Ghana is on a path to stability, recovery, and inclusive growth,” she noted.

Her rallying cry was clear: it’s time for all Ghanaians, regardless of political alignment or position, to put the nation first and work together to create safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

On Sunday, May 25, 2025, the Leaders Light International Church ordained 20 pastors and elevated 3 pastors, who have served the Church for a decade, to Apostolic status at their national headquarters in Osabene, in the Akuapem North Municipal Assembly of the Eastern Region.

The three new Apostles are Apostle Daniel Kissi Nyarko, Apostle Dominic Yiadom Boakye Agyekum, and Apostle Prince Eugene Ayesu Amoah.

In his address, the General Overseer of the Church, Apostle Dr. Samuel Kofi Dadzie, entreated the men of God to embrace and focus on serving the people to save them from their problems rather than envying and extorting money from them to become rich.

According to him, we don’t do God’s work to look for quick money; in doing so, you will fail in life, but the work itself will pay you if you do it genuinely from a good heart.

Apostle Dr. Kofi Dadzie added that when you become a man of God, everybody expects you to live an exemplary life, not to amass wealth for yourself.

He noted that by the time you get everything, you may not need anything; hence, every man of God must do the needful and prioritize the welfare of Church members before anything else.

Apostle Dadzie mentioned that he is not afraid to promote three of his dedicated and hardworking pastors to Apostolic status because this is what every good leader must emulate, indicating that if you do not do that and something happens to you, who would replace you and take care of the Church? If you’re a leader, you have to face the challenges and allow others to explore.

On his part, the Founder of Wisdom Chapel International, Bishop Professor Richard Digo, urged the ordained pastors and Apostles of the Church not to use their positions to put their hands into the Church’s coffers anyhow, and every money they take must be recorded.

“Do not use your positions to sleep with the Ladies or women in the Church as they are their wives, and if they refrain from that, God himself will help them succeed in his ministry,” said Bishop Digo.

Apostle Eugene Ayesu Amoah, speaking on behalf of his colleagues, expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Apostle Dr. Samuel Dadzie for what he had done for them.

He assured him that they would continue to serve and rally their support behind him to help the Church grow and win more souls for God.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Member of Parliament for the Suhum Constituency in the Eastern Region, Frank Asiedu Bekoe, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to renew the contract with Zoomlion Ghana Company Limited so they can return to their post and clean the country.

According to Protozoa, as he is popularly called in the political terrain, every part of the country is dirty, and he doesn’t understand why the government remains adamant about renewing Zoomlion’s contract to enable them to clean the dirt that is flooding various principal streets across the country.

“A country that does not take its sanitation issues seriously ends up spending millions on its citizens to combat an outbreak of diseases, such as typhoid fever, malaria, and cholera, among others,” he mentioned.

Frank Asiedu Bekoe added that Ghanaians pay taxes and money has been allocated for sanitation, so he doesn’t know why President Mahama hasn’t paid Zoomlion staff for the past 5–6 months to enable them to clean the breadth and length of the country.

The Suhum MP made this known on Saturday, May 24, 2025, when he led a massive cleanup exercise at the Suhum roundabout and overhead with his sanitation team.

The Suhum MP’s sanitation team comprises all the security agencies, Assembly Members, the Local Council of Churches, the Muslim community, and transport unions, among others in the area.

They aimed to ensure that every corner of the Suhum Municipality is clean to avoid any outbreak of diseases in the future.

Protozoa then stated that if the Ghana government won’t renew Zoomlion’s contract for them to clean the country, it is up to the President. But to him, he can’t sit aloof and allow dirt to engulf his constituents and kill them, hence the clean-up exercise.

Mr. Bekoe used the medium and urged the President to make the contract renew his priority since the rainy season is fast approaching.

BY// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Aristocrat Confraternity, Ohene Danquah Agyeman Duah, has expressed deep concern over the rising abuse of opioids and other substances among Ghanaian youth.

Describing the situation as “pathetic,” he called for immediate national attention and action to address the crisis and help young people stay away from such harmful vices, which he said are detrimental to their health and the country’s future.

According to Ohene Agyeman Duah, the strength of every nation lies in its youth, and if leaders remain passive while the younger generation engages in drug abuse, the future of the country will be severely affected.

“If they are no more, we won’t have anyone to replace them to run and manage the affairs of this country.”

He emphasized that “Our association [Aristocrat Confraternity] is committed to educating the youth on the dangers of engaging in substance abuse, and to enable them to stay away from such practices because the future of Ghana lies in their hands.”

He made these remarks on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Peduase in the Akuapem South Municipality of the Eastern Region during the association’s annual mega health walk.

Hundreds of individuals participated in this year’s event, which also featured free health screenings.

Ohene Danquah also revealed that the association is considering increasing the frequency of the health walk to three times a year, up from the current once-a-year event, to encourage more participation and promote regular exercise.

The planned decision, he said had become necessary as the exercise offers a platform for workers who usually don’t have time for physical activity a chance to stretch their bodies and stay healthier.

He also advise the youth to remain focused and avoid actions that could ruin their lives or disturb national peace.

The Municipal Health Director for Akuapem South, Emily Amponsah, also highlighted the importance of regular exercise, stating that it contributes significantly to longevity and overall health.

She recommended at least 30 minutes of physical activity daily, noting that regular exercise reduces the risk of non-communicable diseases such as cancer, hypertension, and diabetes.

Madam Amponsah thus encouraged the public to avoid oily foods, cigarette smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and sugary carbonated drinks.

“…Let’s rather eat more fruits and drink more water to strengthen our immune system,” advised the health professional.

A former Member of Parliament for the Suhum Constituency, Ransford Agyapong, who serves as a patron of the Aristocrat Confraternity, added that the association comprises members from various political parties, promoting peace and harmony across political lines.

He stated that when the youth see political actors walking in unity, they are less likely to engage in actions that disturb national peace or jeopardize their future.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

Former Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority, Paul Asare Ansah, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to immediately declare a State of Emergency to gain extraordinary powers to combat the illegal mining menace, also known as Galamsey.

According to him, he made a similar appeal to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, but it proved futile.

“I’m excited to note that it has become a clarion call since 2024 with every concerned citizen calling for the declaration of a State of Emergency over Galamsey. If I were the President of Ghana I would have declared a State of Emergency over the fight to stop Galamsey.”

Paul Asare Ansah, the 2020 Parliamentary Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the Asuogyaman Constituency in the Eastern Region, further explained that declaring a State of Emergency would give the president absolute powers beyond those granted by the 1992 Constitution to fight Galamsey and save future generations from unforeseen tragedies caused by environmental threats.

He mentioned countries like Nigeria, where militants attacked pipelines in Rivers State and the President declared a State of Emergency. He also referenced blackouts in Spain, after which their leadership declared a State of Emergency.

He noted that the President of America, Donald Trump, also declared a State of Emergency when he realized that immigrants had taken over their country.

“The steps that were taken by these leaders don’t form part of their constitution, and their laws also don’t permit that, but they did that to prevent their countries from going into a ditch, and Ghana can emulate,” he opined.

Paul Ansah urged President Mahama to declare Ghana a nation under existential threat from:

The destruction of our water bodies and forest reserves by Ghanaians and their foreign collaborators.

Water and food poisoning with mercury, cyanide, and other chemicals from Galamsey.

Sickness, diseases, and deformities of newborn babies caused by Galamsey pollution.

Destruction of our main cash crop – cocoa.

Mr. Ansah believed that should the president comply with this directive and implement proper measures and policies, eradicating Galamsey is feasible, as force is sometimes needed to find lasting solutions.

He then urged President Mahama to order the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to enforce the ban and remove the usually armed environmental terrorists from the country’s water bodies and forest reserves.

He also stated that the President should order the CDS to recover and restore the integrity of Ghana’s water bodies and forest reserves within one year and sustain it thereafter.

Finally, he called for the approval of a national afforestation and restoration budget to support the CDS’s operations.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Adankronohene of Kade, in the Kwaebibibrem Municipal Assembly of the Eastern Region, Osaberima Sarpong Kumankuma II, has called on President John Dramani Mahama, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, to come to their aid as soon as possible to stop the galamseyers operating in the area.

According to him, Galamsey is swallowing his community despite making numerous complaints about the situation, but no one has come to their rescue.

He is therefore pleading with the President to step in and use his veto powers to halt the operations in order to protect their lands and water reserves for future generations.

Osaberima Sarpong Kumankuma II further stated that the reason the menace is escalating in his community is that the galamseyers are now mining inside the Birem River, causing damage to their lands, and urgent action is needed.

The Adankronohene urged the Government to stop giving concessions to miners in Accra to come to their communities, engage in illegal mining activities, and destroy their lands and water bodies.

Osaberima Kumankuma II then suggested to President John Mahama that, for the miners to embark on responsible mining, traditional rulers should be involved in the concession process to enable them to monitor and regulate the activities to ensure they do what is expected. Otherwise, they will continue to act with impunity and disrespect traditional authority.

Osaberima Kumankuma recalled that in 2010, during the tenure of the late former President Atta Mills, illegal mining activities on the Birem River led to severe flooding in the area, destroying lives and property.

He cited that due to the nature of the flooding, the late President Atta Mills and his entourage had to use live boats to cross before they could assess the situation, and it was an eyesore.

Drawing parallels with the current situation, he admonished the Government to treat the matter with utmost urgency and take concrete actions to address the devastating impact of illegal mining in the area.

Osaberima Kumankuma II warned that if the situation remains unchecked, history will repeat itself, and the community will continue to suffer dire consequences from these galamsey terrorists.

Prior to the complaint, the Municipal Security Council (MUSEC), led by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kwaebibibrem Municipal Assembly, Emmanuel Kofi Nti, conducted a thorough assessment of the site to evaluate the extent of the damage and explore strategies for land reclamation.

The visit revealed that mining activities had severely impacted the Birem River, necessitating immediate reclamation efforts to restore its natural flow and prevent flooding in the area.

In response, the MCE issued a direct warning to the miners, especially GCD Company Limited, ordering them to reclaim the land within 4 working days.

“If they remain adamant about these directives, they will be arrested and arraigned before the court, and if they are arrested we don’t want to want to see anybody begging on their behalf to be released because people are nation wreckers,” he said.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Municipal Chief Executive for Kwaebibirem Municipal Assembly in the Eastern Region, Emmanuel Kofi Nti, has reassured the people of the area that all abandoned projects initiated by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government will be completed during his tenure.

According to the new Kwaebibibrem MCE, some of these white elephant projects include the Kade Educational Office and the Kade Police Station, among others.

He pledged to ensure their completion before he leave office as MCE.

He added that Kade, being the capital of the Kwaebibirem Municipality, lacks many infrastructural developments such as a youth resource center, good road networks, electricity, and more.

However, he point out to collaborating with the appropriate authorities to help resolve these challenges.

Kofi Nti stressed that President John Dramani Mahama aimed at resetting Ghana to change the standard of living of Ghanaians.

For this reason, he promised to work hard to develop the municipality in honor of President Mahama, helping him achieve his resetting agenda and making Kwaebibirem one of the fastest-growing assemblies in Ghana.

He used the opportunity to advise residents of the municipality to unite and work diligently with him to successfully transform and develop the area.

Mr. Nti also urged residents to ensure they pay their property rates regularly to enable the Assembly to generate funds to undertake more development projects.

BY// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

Former Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority, Paul Asare Ansah, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to immediately declare a State of Emergency to gain extraordinary powers to combat the illegal mining menace, also known as Galamsey.

According to him, he made a similar appeal to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, but it proved futile.

“I’m excited to note that it has become a clarion call since 2024 with every concerned citizen calling for the declaration of a State of Emergency over Galamsey. If I were the President of Ghana I would have declared a State of Emergency over the fight to stop Galamsey.”

Paul Asare Ansah, the 2020 parliamentary candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the Asuogyaman Constituency in the Eastern Region, further explained that declaring a State of Emergency would give the president absolute powers beyond those granted by the 1992 Constitution to fight Galamsey and save future generations from unforeseen tragedies caused by environmental threats.

He mentioned countries like Nigeria, where militants attacked pipelines in Rivers State and the President declared a State of Emergency. He also referenced blackouts in Spain, after which their leadership declared a State of Emergency.

He noted that the President of America, Donald Trump, also declared a State of Emergency when he realized that immigrants had taken over their country.

“The steps that were taken by these leaders don’t form part of their constitution, and their laws also don’t permit that, but they did that to prevent their countries from going into a ditch, and Ghana can emulate,” he opined.

Paul Ansah urged President Mahama to declare Ghana a nation under existential threat from:

The destruction of our water bodies and forest reserves by Ghanaians and their foreign collaborators.

Water and food poisoning with mercury, cyanide, and other chemicals from Galamsey.

Sickness, diseases, and deformities of newborn babies caused by Galamsey pollution.

Destruction of our main cash crop – cocoa.

Mr. Ansah believed that should the president comply with this directive and implement proper measures and policies, eradicating Galamsey is feasible, as force is sometimes needed to find lasting solutions.

He then urged President Mahama to order the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to enforce the ban and remove the usually armed environmental terrorists from the country’s water bodies and forest reserves.

He also stated that the President should order the CDS to recover and restore the integrity of Ghana’s water bodies and forest reserves within one year and sustain it thereafter.

Finally, he called for the approval of a national afforestation and restoration budget to support the CDS’s operations.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The District Chief Executive for Atiwa East District Assembly in the Eastern Region, Ernest Owusu Ntim, commended President John Dramani Mahama for having confidence in him and entrusting the District under his care as the new District Chief Executive.

He reiterates his commitment to working hard to change the narrative of Atiwa East to bring more developmental projects in the area to honor President John Mahama.

Owusu Ntim stated that one of his topmost priorities was to initiate policies and programs to ensure that miners in the Atiwa East engaged in responsible mining for the sustainability of the environment.

Ernest Owusu Ntim further explained that President Mahama was not against mining activities if not, the Gold Board policy wouldn’t have existed.

‘But he wanted it to be done in a genuine way that would not damage our forests, lands, and water bodies to safeguard our environment for future generations,’ he noted.

The Atiwa East DCE added that the mining sector generates a huge income for the country, and his, District has developed something called an ‘audit of the land.’

Its purpose, he said, is to ensure that the miners will reclaim the lands after being used to avoid any unforeseen tragedy at various mining communities in Atiwa East.

“After my investiture as District Chief Executive of the Assembly, I realized that there is no welfare for the staff members, and in the course of their duty, if they encountered a problem, where would they run to for support?” he asked.

He continued that “This is a worrying situation and we have to address it to ensure that every staff of the District Assembly is secured. I told them to establish a welfare scheme, and I have devoted seed money to that so that if something occurred to them, they would go there for help to enable them to enjoy the fruit of their labor.”

Ernest Owusu Ntim, therefore, entreated the Assembly’s staff to collaborate with him and work together to develop and raise the name of the Atiwa East to a higher height.

The District Coordinating Director of the Assembly, Shakil Mahamood Kpeadu assured their new DCE that they will work with him assiduously to develop Atiwa East to benefit the residents in the area.

He entreated the staff of the Assembly to note that Ernnest Ntim was not there for any political party, but the President appointed him to come and serve the interest of the people, not specific individuals.

Mahamood Kpeadu admonished them to know that the core objective of every Local Government staff is to help the Government in power achieve its aim by changing the fortunes of the country.

“Apart from that, the staff has no business to do with the DCE to tarnish the image of their co-worker to him to seek his favor; that attitude is not good,” he cautioned.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.

The Municipal Chief Executive for New Juaben North Municipal Assembly in the Eastern Region, Samuel Adongo, has had his first familiarization and durbar meeting with the assembly staff.

His confirmation followed a 100% endorsement by assembly members on Thursday, May 15, 2025, as the new M.C.E.

Addressing the staff of the Assembly, Mr. Adongo admonished them to approach their duties with diligence, integrity, and a sense of purpose.

He stressed that time management is crucial, as punctuality and efficiency in their work would set a positive tone for the assembly and reflect their dedication to service.

He urged them to foster a culture of collaboration and support, treating one another with kindness and respect.

According to him, a harmonious workplace leads to greater productivity and innovation; therefore, he is entreating them to celebrate their diversity and work together as a united team to transform New Juaben North.

Mr. Adongo mentioned that remuneration is vital to their well-being and assured them that their contributions would be recognized and valued.

He then pledged to improve working conditions for the staff of New Juaben North to motivate them to discharge their duties effectively for the betterment of the assembly.

The Municipal Coordinating Director for the Assembly, Ndinga Nborinyi, in his speech, advised the staff that with a new Municipal Chief Executive in place, they should refrain from backbiting their colleagues to win his favor.

He added that tarnishing a co-worker’s image for personal gain would not add value to oneself.

He, however, indicated that anyone seeking a favor from their leader may do so, but not at the expense of their colleagues.

Ndinga Nborinyi emphasized that Samuel Adongo is not there to serve only the NDC party faithful but was appointed by the President and confirmed by the Assembly Members to serve the interest of the people of New Juaben North, not his political party.

“As Local Government workers, our core mandate is to support the Government to succeed,” he warned.

By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.

Source// Obohnewsonline.com.