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  Prof. Titus K. Beyuo, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Lambussie Constituency, has clarified that medical equipment donated to Piina Clinic were not sold to the facility, contrary to allegations by some individuals in the constituency. He made this announcement at the Piina church on Sunday, October 27, 2024, during a visit by former NDC executives from the region to promote the party's agenda. As a former National Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association, Prof. Beyuo understands the importance of quality healthcare in the constituency. In fact, he has advocated for more health facilities to be built in the area, which currently has only one polyclinic serving over 50,000 people. This scarcity of healthcare facilities has resulted in pregnant women having to travel to neighboring districts for caesarean operations. Prof. Beyuo's commitment to improving healthcare in Lambussie Constituency aligns with the NDC's policy proposals, which pr...

On Tumpaani FM's Community Development show on Thursday 24th October, 2024 Hosted by Mwine Paschal, the Honorable Assembly member for Nadowli West Electoral Area who doubled as Area Council Chairman Hon Emmanuel Kuusani made a heartfelt appeal to Rt. Hon Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin. The plea is for assistance in completing the abundant market project for the Nadowli community. The current market, a vital source of revenue for the District Assembly Initiated by former DCE Hon Wing Commander Eric Dakurah in 2008 under H. E former  President John Agyekum Kufuor has stalled and become a safety hazard. The project's incomplete structures now pose a significant risk to traders and shoppers. Challenges Faced by Market Women includes  - Lack of shade forces market women to endure scorching sun or use basins as makeshift umbrellas during rain. - Weak walls and incomplete structures create hazardous conditions. - Traders now refuse to pay market tolls due to the ...

The batch of students from 2020 to 2024 at McCoy College of Education recently presented a heartfelt citation to Mr. Dassah James Domanko, a seasoned senior tutor, in recognition of his exceptional dedication, care, love, and wisdom. Academic Excellence and Leadership Mr. Domanko's impressive a cademic credentials include: - M.Phil. Guidance and Counselling (University of Cape Coast) - M.Ed. Guidance and Counselling (University of Cape Coast) - B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling (Evangelical University Dominion) Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Domanko has held various key positions at McCoy College, including: - Senior Tutor - Head of Education Department - Guidance and Counselling Coordinator - STS Coordinator - Project Work Coordinator Research and Publications: Mr. Domanko has authored numerous publications, including: - "Impact of Guidance and Counselling Programmes on Senior High Schools in the Upper West Region" (International Journal of Humanities and Social Sci...

Nadowli/Kaleo District and Jirapa Municipal, Upper West Region - Azumah Resources, in partnership with Rainbow Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organization based in Accra, has donated over 8000 library books to select schools in the region. These books include: Mathematics, Science, English and Novels.  The beneficiary schools include: - Nadowli D/A Primary and JHS - Nadowli R/C Primary A&B - Kalsegra Primary and JHS  - Nanga Primary  - Charikpong Primary & JHS - Takpo Primary & JHS - Jirapa Ganaa Memorial KG, Primary and JHS Azumah Resources, focusing on education, recognizes the importance of equipping students with quality learning materials. Country Director, Mr. Hector Nyinaku, emphasized that the donated books will significantly improve students' reading skills. "We urge students to utilize these resources judiciously," Mr. Nyinaku stated. Azumah Resources also provided training for teachers on library management, ensuring the sustainability of the initia...

  The Member of Parliament for Daffiama, Bussie, Issa, Hon Sebastian Sandaare has passionately eulogized the Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Speaker during the NDC campaign launch held in Fian over the weekend.  Addressing the crowd,  he used the opportunity to acknowledge and praise the Rt Hon Alban Sumana Bagbin for being a mentor and supporter. He said that his going to Parliament,  his ability to rise and contribute on the floor of Parliament is because of the guidance and diverse supports offered him by the veteran politician.  Hon Sebastian Sandaare also gave the indication of numerous supports given to him by the Speaker of Parliament towards another victory in the 7th Devember polls. The Daffiama, Bussie, Issa legislator who is canvassing for a third term says he is poised to do more when he is returned to Parliament with his party, the National Democratic Congress being in power.  He urged the people to continue to continue to support  the NDC a...

At about 3:30 pm on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, a serious accident happened at the roundabout in Nadowli. A large cargo truck with the registration number GM 1037-13 lost control and crashed into stalls where people were selling food, yams, and bags. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the vendors suffered big losses. Even though the sellers escaped without injury, their stalls were badly damaged, and many of their goods were destroyed. Food, yams, and bags were scattered everywhere, with many items now unsellable, causing financial hardship for the vendors. Story by: Mwine Paschal 

  Former Regional Executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Upper West Region have taken a bold step to support the DBI to spread the good message of the NDC. In a pioneering move, they have formed a coalition to propagate the party's message, moving door-to-door to educate voters to reduce spoiled ballots in the upcoming December 7th elections. Their efforts focus on empowering citizens, particularly in rural communities such as Tabiasi, Daffiama, Owlo, and Bouyiri. This grassroots approach aims to increase voter awareness and encourage informed decision-making. The coalition's initiative is significant, as it challenges the common perception that former party executives often disengage from active politics after their term expires. By re-engaging and mobilizing support, they demonstrate a commitment to the NDC's vision and values. This proactive strategy may influence the election's outcome, considering the Upper West Region's crucial role in Gha...

I must applaud central government on the DRIP project initiative. There is no doubt that it will make greater impact in our road sector and one of the best forms of decentralization every assembly member appreciates. It is a fact that, these machines were procured by central government through the ministry of local government and decentralization. Assembly members' motor bikes are procured through same structures, the MPs V8, the MMDCEs vehicles and many other machines were procured through same means and were not branded any party colour. This is not the first time we are seeing such machines from central government. My Hon. DCEs office and bangalow is not branded party colours neither the MPs office is branded party colours. Why are we pasting posters of party colours and parliamentary candidates on our machines? I am therefore calling on the Hon. Mp, Anthony Mwinkaara Sumah and all sympathizers of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the NPP parliamentray candidate, Francis X...

1ST OCTOBER,  2024. The Super heavyweight Regional Chairman has completed day 2 of his campaign tour successfully. His action oriented tour which seeks to give live to the party base as he canvasses votes for John Dramani Mahama and Hon Sebastian Sandaare. Together with the Member of Parliament, Hon Sebastian Sandaare, Hon Fedelis Zumakpee, former DCE for DBI, Comrade Mikel Kombor, Constituency Executives led by Chairman Boniface Tienaa, Comrade Ansofanga, Regional Youth Working Committee Member and Dorsaa Jonas (Bozing), and other party faithfuls started today's tour at Fian market square where many had turned out in their numbers to welcome the entourage. At Bussie and Balianaa, the party administrator at the Headquarters,  Hon Emmanuel Zumakpee joined the team and also use the opportunity to encourage the people to stand firm and vote for the NDC.  The Regional Chairman explained the NDC key policies, situating each in the DBI situation and advocated against skirt and ...

The Drip Machine initiative in Nadowli Kaleo District has taken an interesting turn. Initially, the machines were spotted with flyers of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate and presidential candidate, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia. However, it's now emerged that both NPP and National Democratic Congress (NDC) supporters have plastered the machines with their party posters. This development has sparked debate, with some seeing it as a form of advertising and campaigning, while others consider it unnecessary and distracting from the machine's purpose ¹. The Drip Machine initiative aims to empower local authorities to maintain roads, improving Ghana's infrastructure and fostering economic growth. In Ghanaian politics, party colors and symbols are crucial for identification. The NPP's red, white, and blue, and the NDC's colors, are recognizable and synonymous with their ideologies. However, the question remains whether pasting party flyers on the Drip Ma...

The Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Chairman Abdul Nasir, affectionately called chairman Bunas has taken his tour to the Daffiama, Bussie, Issa to canvass votes for John Dramani Mahama and Hon Sebastian Sandaare. He started the tour yesterday. He started the at Daffiama Dankyelle where he met opinion leaders, traditional leaders and party faithfuls. He later had a crunch meeting with the Constituency Executives. Among other issues he warned the executives against complacency.  Later in the afternoon, he had community engagements at Daffiama Mission, Touri, Owlo, Komzokalaa and Moyiri. Chairman Bunas, Upper West Regional Chairman for NDC In all the engagements, he explained the policies of the NDC with emphasis on women development bank,  mechanized farm centers, fair and equatable recruitment into the security services, skill training and capital set ups and jobs for the youth. He warned against skirt and blouse and challenged the people to maximize the ...