Author: Radio Mak

Newly registered voters, numbering over two thousand, have indicated their resolve to vote for Dr. Godfred Seidu Jasaw, the incumbent Member of Parliament for the Wa East Constituency, and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) when elections are held on December 7, 2024. The first timers expressed their readiness to vote for the MP over the weekend as they walked through the streets of Goripie and Manwe, two major communities in the constituency. The walk, which started from Goripie, saw the enthusiastic youth and supporters of the NDC walked all the way to Manwe where they were addressed by the Constituency…

The 2024 Vice-Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh has rendered an apology for comparing the performance of President Akufo-Addo to that of Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. According to the former Energy Minister, his comment was an expression of his personal opinion about the contributions of the various presidents, and not a sign of disrespect to any of them. It will be recalled that during the outdooring of Napo as Running Mate to the NPP 2024 Presidential Candidate in Kumasi, he asserted that President Akufo-Addo has performed better than all past presidents, with particular…

In a passionate appeal, Hon. Abu K. Kansangbata, a former deputy minister under the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called upon former President John Mahama and the leadership of the NDC to address a crucial policy direction that resonates with the expectations of many Ghanaians. This call emphasizes the need to review the 1992 Constitution, particularly to reduce the excessive powers of the executive branch and enhance the separation of powers. He said such a review will ensure that Members of Parliament (MPs) serve their constituents more effectively by focusing on law-making and oversight rather than political appointments. Abu K.K,…

The 2024 running mate to the New Patriotic Party’s presidential candidate, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, has resigned from his post as the Minister of Energy. This is to enable him concentrate on his duties as a vice-presidential candidate as the 2024 elections draw closer. A statement from the presidency revealed this as the President indicated his acceptance of the resignation. In his stead, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, and the Minister of State-designate at the Ministry of Energy, Herbert Krappah, who recently got parliamentary approval, are expected to take over responsibilities at the Energy Ministry.…

The Upper West Regional Minister, Hon. Stephen Yakubu has inaugurated the commencement of the construction of 110 boreholes across the eleven districts of the region. Funded through the district assembly common fund, each district is set to benefit from 10 boreholes, with the entire project slated for completion within three months. During the symbolic sod-cutting ceremony held on May 9th, 2024, in Jinkpan, Hon. Stephen Yakubu, the Upper West Regional Minister, emphasized the imperative of governance transcending mere rhetoric to tangible actions that uplift and empower communities. He highlighted the commitment of the government to development by revealing the completion…

Hon. Stephen Yakubu, the Upper West Regional Minister, undertook an inspection of the construction of the waste treatment plant situated in the Wa Municipality of the Upper West Region. Accompanied by key stakeholders including the Wa Municipal Chief Executive, Issahaku Tahiru Moomin, the 2024 NPP Parliamentary Candidate, Hajia Humu Awudu, REGSEC members, and other esteemed dignitaries, the Minister’s visit aimed to assess the status of the project ahead of its imminent commissioning by the Vice President in the coming days. During the inspection, the Minister and his delegation toured the facility, receiving assurances from the contractor regarding the commissioning of…

A new irrigation dam with water holding capacity of one million cubic meters (1,000,000m3) is set to be constructed in Kperisi to aid all year-round farming in the community and its environs. The Wa Municipal Chief Executive, Issahaku Tahiru Moomin, on Tuesday, April 30, introduced the contractor, Mok-Lamn Ghana Ltd, to the elders and people of Kperisi, where the site for the dam was also handed over to the contractor for the construction. At a brief ceremony to mark the occasion, the Hon MCE indicated that the dam is part of the enhanced Planting for Food and Jobs (PFJ) programme…

A group of residents in the Wa East District identified as the South Sissala Unity for Development has bemoaned the absence of critical staff in the district including the District Chief Executive (DCE), which they believe is affecting the growth of the district. According to the group, after two decades of establishing the Wa East District, the offices of the Ghana Education Service and the Department of Agriculture are still operating outside the district. This has led the staff to abandon their official bungalows and offices, making it difficult for residents to access their services when needed. At a press…

The deputy minister designate for Energy, Herbert Krapa has assured Ghanaians that current intermittent power supply will end in the next few days. The minister made this known at the commissioning of Phase 2 of the solar power plant at Kaleo in the Upper West Region . Mr. Krapa who doubles as the Chairman of the governing board of the Electricity Corporation of Ghana (ECG) said “the Government has put in place immediate measures to ensure the return of uninterrupted supply of power to consumers. I can, therefore, state that the unfortunate power challenges Ghanaians are facing should be over…

In recent times, fuel prices continue increase, affecting various businesses with the transport sector being the hardest hit. This is threatening the survival of the transport business with many operators finding it difficult to keep up with the rising cost. Despite this, the Ghana Public Roads and Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) in a joint statement directed transport operators to hold on with any increase in lorry fares. The development also led the Ministry of Roads and Highways to direct the Ghana Police Service to crackdown on transport operators who may increase their fares.…