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Flood-hit residents demand demolition of Amadia warehouse
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 30th Oct, 2026 » Flood-hit residents demand demolition of Amadia warehouse Residents of Cambodia, near Community 18 in Tema, have petitioned the Tema West Municipal Assembly to demolish a warehouse belonging to Amadia Shopping Centre near the Toyota Roundabout, alleging that it obstructs a major drainage channel and contributes to persistent flooding in the community.
Local languages key to fighting disinformation – Report
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 22nd Oct, 2026 » Local languages key to fighting disinformation – Report A NEW report on disinformation in Ghana has urged the government, media organisations and researchers to prioritise local languages in developing artificial intelligence (AI) tools and fact-checking systems to curb the spread of false information.
Retain skilled scientists to boost nuclear capacity
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 13th Oct, 2026 » Retain skilled scientists to boost nuclear capacity THE Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for measures to retain highly skilled scientists in Ghana to strengthen the country’s capacity in nuclear science, technology and other specialised fields.
Ghana: MP for La Dade-Kotopon Donates Bags of Maize, Cash to Small-Scale Food Vendors in Constituency
The Member of Parliament (MP) for La Dade-Kotopon Constituency, Ms Rita Naa Odoley Sowah has presented 50-kilogramme bags of maize and GH¢200 cash each to 100 small-scale food vendors in the constituency to support their businesses. The beneficiaries, mainly women engaged in the preparation and sale of kenkey, banku and other locally prepared foods, received the items as part of the MP's special initiative to strengthen small-scale food businesses in the constituency.
West Africa: Ghana Steps Up Campaign to Retain UN Human Rights Council Seat
Ghana has stepped up its diplomatic campaign to retain its seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), with its Ambassador to Brazil, Nii Amasah Namoale, seeking Chile's support for the country's re-election bid for the 2027-2029 term. Nii Namoale made the appeal when he paid a courtesy call on the Chilean Ambassador to Brazil, Issa Kort, in Brasilia, as part of Ghana's broader efforts to rally support ahead of the election.
Ghana steps up campaign to retain UN Human Rights Council seat
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 31st Aug, 2026 » Ghana steps up campaign to retain UN Human Rights Council seat Ghana has stepped up its diplomatic campaign to retain its seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), with its Ambassador to Brazil, Nii Amasah Namoale, seeking Chile’s support for the country’s re-election bid for the 2027–2029 term.
Ghana to implement UN New Urban Agenda …Odoley Sowah assures
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 19th Aug, 2026 » Ghana to implement UN New Urban Agenda …Odoley Sowah assures GHANA has identified four priority areas to accelerate the implementation of the United Nations (UN) New Urban Agenda to promote inclusive, resilient and sustainable cities.
La Dade-Kotopon MP commissions 2 bridges for community
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 07th Jul, 2026 » La Dade-Kotopon MP commissions 2 bridges for community THE Member of Parliament (MP) for the La Dade-Kotopon Constituency, Ms Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, over the weekend commissioned and handed over two newly constructed footbridges at Mantease-Chadu electoral area in La. The facility, funded through the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), was to replace deteriorated wooden structures which had served as bridges over the years.
Ghana: Report All Forms of Child Labour - Children in Ladma Urged
CHILDREN below the age of 15 years in the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality have been urged to report any form of exploitation or work-related activities imposed on them by their parents or guardians that deprive them of their education or well-being. The practice negatively affects their education, health and development, thereby hindering their growth and career prospects.
Ghana reaffirms commitment to racial justice, reparations
Africa Ghana has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the global fight for racial justice, historical truth and reparatory justice. It has also called for deeper solidarity between Africa and the Diaspora to address the lasting impacts of slavery and racism. Ghana’s Ambassador to Brazil, Nii Amasah Namoale, stated that for more than four centuries, millions of … The post Ghana reaffirms commitment to racial justice, reparations appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Drivers battle floods, potholes on Mallam-Kasoa road
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 12th Jun, 2026 » Drivers battle floods, potholes on Mallam-Kasoa road Long, winding vehicular traffic has become a daily ordeal on the toll booth stretch of the Mallam-Kasoa Highway, as the poor state of the road continues to worsen. The situation, largely caused by deep potholes and mud washed onto the road from nearby hills during rainfall, has left large sections of the highway submerged in stagnant water.
La beaches choked by waste… Assembly intensifies clean-up efforts
Africa The scenic beaches of the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality are increasingly coming under threat from pollution caused by waste discharged into the sea from inland water bodies. The beaches, popular with both local and international tourists, are frequently littered with plastic waste and other debris, making access difficult and diminishing their appeal. Most of the waste … The post La beaches choked by waste… Assembly intensifies clean-up efforts appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Ghana: 70-Year-Old Osu Death Trap Demolished -15 More to Go
A 70-year-old dilapidated four-storey building located at Osu in the Korle Klottey Municipality of the Greater Accra Region was yesterday demolished by city authorities. The building formed part of 16 defective structures identified and earmarked for demolition by the Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA).
70-year-old Osu death trap demolished …15 more to go
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 09th Jun, 2026 » 70-year-old Osu death trap demolished …15 more to go A 70-year-old dilapidated four-storey building located at Osu in the Korle Klottey Municipality of the Greater Accra Region was yesterday demolished by city authorities. The building formed part of 16 defective structures identified and earmarked for demolition by the Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA).
Ghana: Construct Footbridges to Reduce Accidents - La MCE
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for La Dade-Kotopon, Mr Alfredos Nii Anyetei, has appealed to the Ministry of Roads and Highways to construct footbridges at strategic points along the La Beach Road after the completion of the ongoing reconstruction works. He said the intervention would improve road safety and help reduce the rising cases of knockdowns and fatal accidents caused by speeding vehicles along the stretch.
Ghana: La Traditional Council Demands Probe Into Kaajaano Demolition
The La Traditional Council has called on the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) to investigate the demolition exercise carried out at the Kaajaano fishing community in Accra last Saturday. The council noted that the exercise, which began around 6 a.m., involved bulldozers and other heavy equipment that pulled down nearly 500 structures, leaving many residents displaced.
Ghana, Brazil Must Deepen Trade Ties - Ambassador
Ghana's Ambassador to Brazil, Nii Amasah Namoale, has called for stronger trade and investment relations between Ghana and Brazil to promote mutual growth and development. He noted that while the two countries share deep historical and cultural ties, there is a need to translate those connections into stronger economic partnerships.
Lack of parking space cripples cargo truck operations – Union
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 17th Feb, 2026 » Lack of parking space cripples cargo truck operations – Union THE National Chairman of the Union of Trailers and Cargo Trucks, Wahab Yaba, has called on the government to allocate designated parking spaces nationwide for its members. Mr Yaba said the major challenge confronting members daily, especially in Tema, was the lack of parking space, an issue he said city authorities had failed to address over the years.
La Dade-Kotopon MP donates to La Polyclinic, others
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 12th Feb, 2026 » La Dade-Kotopon MP donates to La Polyclinic, others The Member of Parliament for La Dade-Kotopon Constituency, Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, has presented items and cash amounting to GH¢195,000 from the District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) to support La Polyclinic and tertiary students in the constituency.
Ghana Joins Global Community to Mark World Cancer Day
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 11th Feb, 2026 » Ghana Joins Global Community to Mark World Cancer Day Ghana joined the global community last Friday to commemorate World Cancer Day under the theme: “Closing the Cancer Care Gap: Community Action for Prevention and Early Detection in Ghana.” The event brought together community leaders, health practitioners and service providers to educate the public on common cancers, including breast, cervical, prostate, liver, colorectal and childhood cancers.
Ghana: Ladma MCE Denies Allegations of Victims of Kpeshie Lagoon Demolition
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA), Mr Alfredos Nii Anyetei, has denied allegations by victims of last Monday's demolition exercise near the La Kpeshie Lagoon that they were not informed ahead of the operation. He said the assembly duly informed residents before the demolition exercise was carried out.
Ghana: Fire Guts Dozens of Shops At Kwame Nkrumah Circle
A wildfire yesterday razed dozens of makeshift shops behind the Royal VIP bus terminal at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra. But for the timely intervention of personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the inferno could have destroyed many more shops in the area, where phone accessories are predominantly sold. At about 10:00 a.m., when The Ghanaian Times arrived at the scene, owners of nearby shops were seen desperately packing their wares as firefighters battled the raging blaze.
Deputy Minister of Trade, Agribusiness, Industry urges Ghanaian business to take advantage of Japanese Market
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 20th Jan, 2026 » Deputy Minister of Trade, Agribusiness, Industry urges Ghanaian business to take advantage of Japanese Market The Deputy Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Mr Sampson Ahi, has urged Ghanaian companies to take advantage of opportunities in the Japanese market to expand their businesses. Mr Ahi noted that this would offer local businesses a better chance of attracting foreign investment and also strengthen international partnerships.
Ghana, Japan to host confab on trade, investment
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 14th Jan, 2026 » Ghana, Japan to host confab on trade, investment Ghana and Japan are to host a two-day conference aimed at highlighting the trade and investment opportunities in the two countries. The public-private initiative seeks to strengthen economic cooperation and unlock new areas of partnership between the two nations.
LaDMA disburses GH¢219,592 to 48 PWDs
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 06th Jan, 2026 » LaDMA disburses GH¢219,592 to 48 PWDs The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has disbursed GH¢219,592 from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) Disability Allocation, to support 48 Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the municipality.
Ghana: 8 Businesses to Sanction for Failure to Participate in National Sanitation Day Exercise
Eight business owners have been summoned by the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) in the Greater Accra Region for refusing to participate in the climax of the Special one-week National Sanitation Day exercise for the Christmas celebrations. The defaulters who were mostly shop and store operators and one table top seller had their facility closed during the clean-up but did not take part in the exercise.
8 businesses to sanction for failure to participate in National sanitation day exercise
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 29th Dec, 2025 » 8 businesses to sanction for failure to participate in National sanitation day exercise Eight business owners have been summoned by the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) in the Greater Accra Region for refusing to participate in the climax of the Special one-week National Sanitation Day exercise for the Christmas celebrations.
46 Forklift , Mobile Crane Operatorsgraduate from Regional Maritime University
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 25th Dec, 2025 » 46 Forklift , Mobile Crane Operatorsgraduate from Regional Maritime University Dignitaries and graduands after the programne Photo Victor A Buxton The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the Regional Maritime University (RMU), Dr Jethro W. Brooks Jnr, has urged Forklift and Mobile Crane operators to use their expertise to strengthen Africa’s logistical future.
Ghana: PCG Bethlehem Congregation Dedicates New Chapel At Teshie
The Teshie District of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG) has dedicated its newly completed 1,500-seat chapel as part of its 40th anniversary thanksgiving service celebrations. Construction of the new church edifice began in July 2003 following a sod-cutting ceremony.
PCG Bethlehem Congregation Dedicates New Chapel at Teshie
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 23rd Dec, 2025 » PCG Bethlehem Congregation Dedicates New Chapel at Teshie The Teshie District of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG) has dedicated its newly completed 1,500-seat chapel as part of its 40th anniversary thanksgiving service celebrations. Construction of the new church edifice began in July 2003 following a sod-cutting ceremony.
LaDMA boosts sanitation enforcement with motorbikes ahead of Christmas
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 19th Dec, 2025 » LaDMA boosts sanitation enforcement with motorbikes ahead of Christmas THE Environmental Health Department of the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has received three motorbikes valued at GH¢62,300 to strengthen sanitation monitoring and enforcement across the Municipality, especially ahead of the Christmas festivities.
Former FGR Workers Demand Outstanding Entitlements from Heath Goldfields Limited
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 21st Nov, 2025 » Former FGR Workers Demand Outstanding Entitlements from Heath Goldfields Limited Former workers of Future Global Resources (FGR), the previous operators of the Bogoso-Prestea Mine, have appealed to the government to intervene and compel Heath Goldfields Limited (HGL), the current operators, to settle all outstanding entitlements owed to them.
Ghana's Ambassador to Brazil Presents Letter of Credence
GHANA'S Ambassador to the Republic of Brazil, Nii Amasah Namoale, has presented his Letter of Credence to the President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. According to the Ambassador, the letter conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from the Government and people of the Republic of Ghana to the people of Brazil and formally introduced him as Ghana's official representative in Brasília.
Stigma hindering early breast cancer treatment – Prof. Yawson
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 03rd Nov, 2025 » Stigma hindering early breast cancer treatment – Prof. Yawson The Provost of the College of Health Sciences (CHS), Professor Alfred E. Yawson, has called for psychological counselling and intense community engagement for breast cancer patients to help them confront the challenges associated with the disease.
Ghana: La Musec Takes Steps to Halt Encroachment On Kpeshie Lagoon
The Chairman of the Municipal Security Council (MUSEC) of the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly, Alfredos Nii Anyetei, says the assembly is putting in measures to halt the rapid encroachment on the Kpeshie Lagoon. Furthermore he said steps would be taken to halt Laboma beach resort from developing permanent structures along the banks of the lagoon to curb flooding in Tse-Addo and its immediate environs.
Ghana: O'reilly Senior High School Old Student Supports Alma Mater
A philanthropist and old student of O'Reilly Senior High School with the 1970's group, Samuel Q. Quansah has donated assorted items worth forty-eight thousand dollars to support the schools centenary founder's Remembrance Day celebration. The presentation, according to Mr Quansah forms part of his contribution towards the development of the institution where he received his education before travelling abroad.
Ghana: Teachers Urged to Take Their Health Seriously
Teachers in the pre-tertiary schools have been urged to take their health seriously to prevent terminal illness. According to the Municipal Education Director for La Dade-Kotopon Municipality (LaDMA), Habiba Kotomah, it was important that teachers cultivated a regular routine of checkups in order to identify and deal with ailments quickly. "Every teacher must take their self-care seriously as a vehicle to avert emerging illness before it gets to its critical stage," she said.
La Traditional Council warns encroachers to keep off laboma Beach, Kpeshie Lagoon
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 26th Mar, 2025 » La Traditional Council warns encroachers to keep off laboma Beach, Kpeshie Lagoon The La Traditional Council has warned encroachers at Laboma Beach and in the Kpeshie Lagoon areas to stay off those sites. The La Shiketele (Kingmaker), Nii Adjei Koofeh IV, who issued the warning last Friday, indicated that none of the developers had title or the authority from the land owners or permits from the assembly to embark on any developments there.
Fusing politics with fashion
All roads lead to the Word Arena Chapel International, as Enoch Boateng Ministries lead worshippers to the throne room tomorrow at Dansoman in Accra. Dubbed ‘Let Judah Rise,’ it aims to uplift the spirit of attendees, ignite faith and create an atmosphere of deep worship.
Team Adjeman win ‘Nye Awo Kpakpa’ football championship
Sports Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 11th Nov, 2024 » Team Adjeman win ‘Nye Awo Kpakpa’ football championship Adjeman football team, a community club, last Monday beat Gormli football team 4-2 on penalties to become the champions of the second ‘Nye Awo Kpakpa’ (Good mother) Community football tournament The winners received a trophy, undisclosed cash reward, footballs and gold medals while the second placed team took home undisclosed cash, silver medals and footballs for their efforts.
Journalists schooled on electoral reforms
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 07th May, 2024 » Journalists schooled on electoral reforms A two-day capacity building workshop organised by the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) for journalists on election reforms has been held in Tema. They were schooled to advocate electoral reforms on election results management, parliamentary elections petition, adjudication and affirmative action.
30 receive NVTI certified professional certificates
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 07th May, 2024 » 30 receive NVTI certified professional certificates Thirty trainees of the Nye Awo Kpakpa Skills Training Institute at La have received National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI) certificate to operate as a certified professional in their chosen fields. This followed their graduation from the centre which qualified them to write the NVTI examination in their individual’s profession.
Ghana: LaDMA Ranked Second Best in Financial Compliant
The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has been ranked as the second-best financial compliant Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs). The assembly came second out of the 261 MMDAs assessed in 2022, under the First Public Financial Management Compliance League Table (PFMCLT). The assembly also emerged the second-best assembly out of 29 MMDAs in the Greater Accra Region with an accumulated score of 57. 50 per cent on the national and regional league table.
Ghana: La Dade-Kotopon MP Marks 'My First Day At School'
The Member of Parliament (MP) for the La Dade-Kotopon Constituency, Rita Naa Odorley Sowah on Tuesday visited some educational institutions under her jurisdiction to welcome pupils entering public basic schools in the area for the first time. Ms Sowah accompanied by some officials of the Municipal Education Directorate presented educational and learning materials such as books, pencils, erasers, sharpeners, fruit drinks and others to the new students.
Ghana: MCE Cautions La Dade-Kotopon Residents Against Use of Illicit Drugs
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of La Dade-Kotopon (LaDMA), Solomon Kotey Nikoi, has cautioned residents, that the use of illicit drugs, has serious health and psychological problems, among the youth. He noted that drug abuse was a big challenge, affecting the youth and society in general, and there was the urgent need to tackle the problem.
Ghana: Agbawe We Quarters Wins La Homowo Cooking Competition
Agbawe We quarters group, one of the nine quarters in the La Dade-Kotopon Constituency were adjudged the overall winners of the maiden La Homowo, Nye Awo Kpakpa Kpokpoi cooking competition held last Friday at La. The group made up of five members each took home a hamper, an invitation to enjoy dinner at La Palm Hotel, received a certificate and basin each for participating.
Ghana: La Dade-Kotopon MP Marks 55th Birthday With Health Screening for Constituents
Ms Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, Member of Parliament (MP) for La Dade-Kotopon Constituency on Saturday organised a free health screening exercise at Mantiase Green Court in the Tse-Addo Mantiase electoral area in La, as part of her 55th birthday celebrations. The exercise coincided with her 10 years in active political service to her community and country as a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Ghana: 'Expedite Action Against Gender-Based Violence'
A board member of the National Peace Council (NPC), Joana Adzoa Opare, has called for expedited action against gender-based violence against women and children, to serve as a deterrent to others. "Judges, Lawyers, police, and other law enforcers must not take cases involving gender-based violence lightly at all, but deal with it as quickly as possible to prevent would be perpetrators from committing such acts," Mrs Opare stated.
75 La Dade Kotopon municipality residents acquire vocational skills
75 La Dade Kotopon municipality residents acquire vocational skills About 75 residents at the La Dade Kotopon municipality in the Greater Accra Region have benefitted from various vocational training programmes to enable them to lead independent lives through the establishment of their own businesses. The two to six-month programme is an initiative of the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, Ms Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, under the Nyaho Kpakpa skills training programme.
Ghana: LaDMA Donates Assorted Items to Muslims
The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) last Friday distributed assorted items worth GHC 170, 000 to several mosques in the municipality to help them during the month of Ramadan. The items include 200 bags of rice, 50 cartons of milk,50 boxes of tin tomatoes, 50 bags of oil and 50 bags of sugar. Some of the beneficiary mosques are La Muslim Community mosque, LaMother mosque, Central mosque, Tebu Mosque, Alhaji Mustapha mosque and others.
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