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Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh

Also known as: Dr. Opoku Prempeh · Dr. Prempeh · Caryn Agyeman Prempeh · Dr Caryn Agyeman Prempeh

Former Energy and Education Minister who serves as NPP running mate, appearing in coverage on energy policy, education, and political discourse.

2026-05-092026-09-13

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    Open burning of household waste is exposing Ghanaians to harmful pollutants and increasing their risk of respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, the Municipal Health Director of La-Dadekotopon, Dr Caryn Agyeman Prempeh, has warned.

    Open burning of waste threatens public health  – Health Director
  3. August 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the 2024 Vice Presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called for an evidence-based reassessment of the administration of Professor Kofi Abrefa Busia.

    NAPO calls for evidence-based reassessment of Busia’s administration in the Second Republic
  5. Joy Online

    try, you must solve it on your own,” he said. “Nothing stops them from going to the people who managed it better by asking them, how did you do this?” He mentioned former government officials and individuals with experience in the energy sector, including Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh

    NDC has not shown it can manage power sector effectively — Fiifi Boafo
  6. The Chronicle

    Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the former Ghanaian Minister for both Education and Energy, has challenged the Nuclear Energy industry to look past the immediate engineering feats of reactor construction.

    Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh Outlines Vision for Africa’s Nuclear Future
  7. Joy Online

    The 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) running mate, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has urged Ghanaians to uphold respect and responsibility in political discourse, warning against using democratic freedoms as a justification for insults and personal attacks.

    NAPO urges responsible political discourse, warns against insults and personal attacks
  8. July 2026
  9. Daily Guide

    Matthew Opoku Prempeh aka ‘Napo’, who is a former altar boy in the same church and a grandson of Oheneyere Akua Durowaa, was also present at the event.

    St. Anne’s Anglican Church Honours Kufuor’s Centenarian Sister
  10. Daily Guide

    Matthew Opoku Prempeh FORMER PRESIDENT John Agyekum Kufuor has been highly praised for his vision and efforts, which has helped to bridge the gap in educational standards between urban and rural senior high schools (SHS).

    Napo Lauds Kufuor For Bridging Rural-Urban Educational Gap
  11. Daily Guide

    Matthew Opoku Prempeh (M) and some wellwishers in a group photograph FOUNDER AND CEO of ‘Empowering Better Life Foundation’ (EBLF), Alma Adade-Prempeh, was among ten shortlisted changemakers honoured at the London School of Global Entrepreneurship and Leadership (LSGEL), UK 2026

    Napo’s Wife Honoured In UK
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor and former Energy Minister Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh described the Yaa Naa as a father figure whose wisdom and support greatly influenced national development initiatives in northern Ghana.

    Dabgon holds 3-day Adua for late overlord ….as President Mahama, Akufo Addo, Dr Bawumia, others pay tribute to him
  13. June 2026
  14. Daily Guide

    Matthew Opoku Prempeh to Abuakwa South in November 2024, where he was called upon to engage supporters gathered ahead of the main programme.

    Akomaning Yeboah Files Nomination for Abuakwa South Communications Officer Race
Society

Open waste burning threatens respiratory and cardiovascular health

The News

The Municipal Health Director of La-Dadekotopon has warned that open burning of household waste exposes Ghanaians to harmful pollutants, increasing risk of respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, with particular danger to pregnant women, children, and those with underlying health conditions. She urged the public to dispose of waste through appropriate channels, noting that smoke from burning does not remain localized and harms vulnerable populations including the immunocompromised.

2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Open waste burning threatens respiratory and cardiovascular health

    The Municipal Health Director of La-Dadekotopon has warned that open burning of household waste exposes Ghanaians to harmful pollutants, increasing risk of respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, with particular danger to pregnant women, children, and those with underlying health conditions. She urged the public to dispose of waste through appropriate channels, noting that smoke from burning does not remain localized and harms vulnerable populations including the immunocompromised.

    2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 24 August

  1. NAPO urges evidence-based review of Busia's Second Republic administration

    Vice Presidential candidate Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh has called for an evidence-based reassessment of Professor Kofi Abrefa Busia's administration in Ghana's Second Republic, arguing it should be judged on constitutional philosophy, policy choices, and development record rather than romanticised or solely by the military coup that ended it.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 21 August

  1. NDC has not shown effective power sector management, Boafo argues

    Former COCOBOD official Fiifi Boafo has criticised the NDC over recurring power outages, arguing the party has not demonstrated the capacity to manage the power sector effectively and that the frequent electricity disruptions are undermining public confidence in the government.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Dr. Opoku Prempeh: Africa's nuclear future needs institutional sustainability

    At the 2026 US-Africa Nuclear Energy Summit in Accra, former Ghanaian Energy and Education Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh argued that Africa's nuclear programme success depends not just on reactor construction but on sustaining the institutions and talent pipeline to manage facilities long-term, starting with education from an early age.

    21 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 12 August

  1. NAPO distinguishes criticism from insult in political discourse

    NPP running mate Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh urged Ghanaians to uphold respect in political discourse, warning against personal attacks and insults disguised as criticism. He emphasized that while democracy permits criticism of leaders and ideas, such criticism should not undermine dignity, and cautioned that personal attacks harm democratic culture and set a poor example for young people.

    12 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 July

  1. St. Anne's Church honours Kufuor's sister as founding member

    Saint Anne's Anglican Church in Kumasi has honoured Agnes Addo Kufuor, ex-President Kufuor's elder sister and the church's only surviving founding member at age 103, with a commemorative plaque during the church's 95th anniversary celebration on Sunday.

    28 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 27 July

  1. Napo praises Kufuor for upgrading rural senior high schools

    Former Education Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has praised ex-President John Agyekum Kufuor for strategically transforming selected senior high schools, including Kumasi Anglican SHS, with state-of-the-art infrastructure and educational tools to bridge the educational gap between urban and rural areas.

    27 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Alma Adade-Prempeh honoured at UK entrepreneurship legacy award

    Alma Adade-Prempeh, founder and CEO of Empowering Better Life Foundation, was among ten changemakers honoured at the London School of Global Entrepreneurship and Leadership 2026 Legacy Award in the UK for her humanitarian work empowering vulnerable members of society.

    22 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Dagbon holds three-day Adua for late King Abukari II

    The family and Dagbon Traditional Council have announced a three-day Adua—Islamic collective religious gatherings to seek Allah's mercy for the deceased—scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi. The Council described the late King as a symbol of peace and unity, urging the people of Dagbon to maintain peace during the mourning period.

    15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 25 June

  1. Akomaning Yeboah files nomination for Abuakwa South communications officer

    Akomaning Yeboah has officially filed his nomination to contest for the position of Communications Officer of the NPP in Abuakwa South Constituency. He has been involved in grassroots communication and party advocacy, including roles during the 2024 general election campaign and youth mobilisation efforts.

    25 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 16 June

  1. NPP politician urges realistic promises, disciplined governance delivery

    Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh told University of Ghana students that political leaders must make realistic promises and follow through on commitments to avoid public disappointment. He emphasised that effective governance depends on preparation, strong networks, disciplined delivery, and that leadership requires more than ambition alone.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 6 June

  1. Jandel marks 30 years in event styling and floral design

    Event styling and floral design company Jandel Limited celebrated its 30th anniversary with government officials, business executives, and long-time partners at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra. Founder Madam Afi Amoro shared the company's story of perseverance and faith since its humble beginnings, reflecting on three decades of shaping Ghana's event industry.

    6 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 4 June

  1. NAPO claims election remarks about Nkrumah were deliberately misrepresented

    Former NPP vice-presidential candidate Matthew Opoku Prempeh has said comments he made about Ghana's first President Kwame Nkrumah during the 2024 campaign were deliberately distorted by political opponents and media for partisan advantage. Speaking at the University of Ghana, he maintained his remarks were straightforward and rejected suggestions that he is arrogant, describing that perception as a political label created by critics.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. NAPO urges politicians to honour campaign promises

    Vice-presidential candidate Matthew Opoku Prempeh has stressed the importance of political leaders fulfilling their election commitments, warning that failure to deliver on promises undermines public confidence and diminishes the credibility of those in authority. He said governance should be centred on accountability and results, pointing to the Free Senior High School programme as an example of how delivering on a major policy pledge can strengthen trust between leaders and citizens.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Former Energy Minister donates medical gear to KATH children's ward

    Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh has donated medical equipment including pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, oxygen concentrators, suction machines, and patient stretchers to the Children's Ward of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital to mark his birthday and support child healthcare delivery.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. NPP running mate Napo donates medical equipment to KATH Children's Ward

    Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the NPP running mate for the 2024 elections, presented medical equipment including oxygen cylinders, cardiac monitors, and pediatric BP monitors to the Children's Ward of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi, as well as playroom items and parcels for admitted children.

    2 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. NDC and NPP leaders attend Ghana Gold Board CEO funeral rites

    Leading members of the NDC and NPP, including Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and NPP running mate Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, attended the final funeral rites of Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi's father-in-law in Kumasi.

    2 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Saturday 9 May

  1. NAPO denies power sabotage conspiracy claims, threatens legal action

    Former Energy Minister Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh has dismissed social media allegations that he and some NPP MPs in Ashanti Region conspired with ECG officials to cause power outages, calling the claims false and politically motivated. He has instructed his legal team to act against the media house behind the allegations, urging the government instead to focus on solving Ghana's electricity crisis.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online

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