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Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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Police arrest three in Akatsi robbery crackdown, recover weapons

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Following reported robbery incidents in Akatsi and its environs, the Special Operations Assistant to the IGP arrested three suspects—Enoch Adoglo, Cephas Aniwaa (a blacksmith believed to manufacture weapons), and David Adzinu—and recovered seven single-barreled rifles, five locally manufactured pistols, one revolver, ammunition, and other items. Investigations have identified Mensah Kedzi as a key suspect linked to the robberies, who remains at large along with accomplices.

9 hours ago · Joy Online →

Today

  1. Police arrest three in Akatsi robbery crackdown, recover weapons

    Following reported robbery incidents in Akatsi and its environs, the Special Operations Assistant to the IGP arrested three suspects—Enoch Adoglo, Cephas Aniwaa (a blacksmith believed to manufacture weapons), and David Adzinu—and recovered seven single-barreled rifles, five locally manufactured pistols, one revolver, ammunition, and other items. Investigations have identified Mensah Kedzi as a key suspect linked to the robberies, who remains at large along with accomplices.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. MCE pledges accountability measures after audit financial infractions

    The Municipal Chief Executive for Atwima Nwabiagya South has pledged to deepen accountability and transparency following revelations that GH¢150,000 was spent on fuel for District Road Improvement Programme equipment in a single day, with plans announced to institutionalise annual "People's Assembly" fora across communities for residents to scrutinise Assembly finances and decisions.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Nkoranza poultry farmers seek wider distribution of Nkoko Nketenkete birds

    Poultry farmers in Nkoranza North Municipality have appealed to the government to distribute more chicks under the Nkoko Nketenkete initiative; so far, only 10,000 of more than 50,000 registered farmers have benefited, with 200 households receiving 50 chicks each.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ketu North MP launches four classroom construction projects

    The Member of Parliament for Ketu North has announced four school infrastructure projects across the constituency: two six-unit classroom blocks at Dzodze Tove and Adelakoekorpe, a three-unit kindergarten block at Wuti, and a six-unit classroom block at Agordeke. The projects aim to improve access to quality education and reduce congestion in schools, with construction to begin immediately after site handover without sod-cutting ceremonies.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Agricultural vendors praise GAWU trade fair for market access

    Vendors at a General Agricultural Workers' Union-organised trade fair praised the union for creating a platform to showcase their products and connect with potential customers, with participants from agribusinesses and small-scale food enterprises citing improved visibility and sales opportunities.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 April

  1. Ghana pursues non-interest banking as lenders apply for licences

    At least one indigenous lender has formally applied for a non-interest banking licence in Ghana, with four additional banks preparing applications following the Bank of Ghana's release of guidelines in January 2026. The regulator has signalled readiness to assess applications, while the Securities and Exchange Commission works on rules for sukuk, Islamic financial instruments offering alternative funding options.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Nkwanta schools see low attendance after Easter reopening

    The Nkwanta South Municipal Education Director reported low pupil turnout in the first week after schools reopened on April 21, citing recent conflicts and gun running in the area, ongoing groundnut planting season, and parental indifference as contributing factors. Teachers have reported to school despite the low attendance.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. 20,831 candidates to sit 2026 BECE in Bono East

    The Bono East Regional Examination Coordinator says 20,831 candidates (10,703 girls and 10,128 boys) from 511 public and 230 private schools will write the Basic Education Certificate Examination from May 4–11, 2026. Regional officials have warned against examination malpractices and said they have engaged stakeholders to prevent cheating.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Firefighters rescue security man from Sunyani court building fire

    A security man was rescued unharmed when fire gutted the Sunyani District Magistrate Court 'A' and 'B' building in the early hours of Sunday, April 26, 2026, destroying all nine offices and a cell. The Ghana National Fire Service responded to the incident, which occurred between 0200 and 0300 hours, and is investigating the cause.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 25 April

  1. Accra–Salaga bus crash kills two, injures several

    Two persons are feared dead and several others injured after a Marcopolo bus overturned on the Nkonya Wurupong–Kwamekrom stretch in Oti Region early Saturday. The injured were conveyed to Kpando Hospital, and preliminary reports suggest the two deceased were a couple travelling for a family introduction ceremony.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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