Also known as: Mr Gyapong · Mr John Kwadwo Gyapong
Oti Regional Minister who condemned killing in Nkwanta South and directed security agencies to pursue those involved in May 2026.
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… Speaking to Adom News, the Oti Regional Minister, John Kwadwo Gyapong, indicated that the signing of the contracts underscores the government’s commitment to fulfilling its campaign promises made ahead of the 2024 general elections. …
Oti MDCEs sign contracts to kick-start 24-Hour Economy markets projectFinance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has challenged regional and local government authorities to recover lost public funds, tighten financial controls and ensure every cedi collected by the state is properly accounted for, warning that waste and mismanagement of public resources undermine delivery of essential services.
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Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has challenged regional and local government authorities to recover lost public funds, tighten financial controls and ensure every cedi collected by the state is properly accounted for, warning that waste and mismanagement of public resources undermine delivery of essential services.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson called for renewed commitment to recover, protect and properly account for every cedi of public money at an engagement in Tamale with regional and local government leaders, saying Ghana cannot afford waste in managing public resources.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Inspector-General of Police and members of the Police Management Board met with the Oti Regional Minister to strengthen collaboration on security and public safety. The Regional Minister commended police efforts but appealed for more officers and operational vehicles to address security challenges.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has rebuked the Oti Regional Minister and Municipal and District Assemblies for failing to promptly report road contractors who have abandoned or delayed government projects. Agbodza stressed that any contractor abandoning site, delaying work without justification, or failing to meet contractual obligations should be reported immediately to his ministry for sanctions or corrective measures.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Roads and Highways criticised the Oti Regional Minister and Municipal and District Assemblies for failing to promptly report road contractors who have abandoned or delayed government projects, stressing that such inaction undermined the government's development agenda.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Oti Regional Minister announced that a temporary steel bridge will be installed across the River Oti by end of July 2026 to serve as a working platform for contractors to begin constructing the main Dambai Bridge. The project, which forms part of government efforts to improve transportation infrastructure in the Oti Region, has entered a crucial preparatory phase with residential facilities and heavy-duty construction equipment already mobilised at the site.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Health Minister announced the Free Primary Healthcare programme at a launch in Dambai, Oti Region, aimed at removing financial and geographical barriers to healthcare access. The first phase targets 150 underserved districts and will provide free preventive, diagnostic, and curative services at community facilities for NHIA card holders, including treatment for malaria, cholera, maternal and child health services, and management of non-communicable diseases.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Health launched the Free Primary Healthcare Policy in Oti Region on May 9, describing it as a milestone to strengthen Ghana's healthcare system and expand access to essential medical services through designated facilities including CHPS compounds, polyclinics, health kiosks, and mobile clinics.
9 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Oti Regional Minister John Kwadwo Gyapong has condemned the killing of 25-year-old Richmond Benye Ayitey in Nkwanta South on May 3, 2026, describing it as barbaric and unacceptable. He has directed security agencies to pursue those involved and urged feuding factions to cease hostilities and resolve disputes through legal and traditional channels.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Municipal and District Chief Executives in Oti Region have signed contracts to implement the 24-Hour Economy Markets Project, a local-level operationalisation of Ghana's flagship 24-hour economy policy aimed at shifting the country toward a 24/7, production-led, export-oriented economy expected to create over 1.7 million jobs by 2026.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Municipal and District Chief Executives in Oti Region have signed contracts to implement Ghana's 24-Hour Economy Markets Project, a flagship government initiative designed to transition the economy from import-dependent and eight-hour operations to 24-hour, production-driven and export-oriented structure. The programme is projected to generate over 1.7 million jobs by 2026 and strengthen economic resilience.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →