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Nsawam-Adoagyiri

2026-05-022026-10-07

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Minority Chief Whip and Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has warned that illegal mining is becoming a serious threat to Ghana’s water bodies, vegetation and livelihoods. …

    Galamsey is becoming a national survival issue – Annoh-Dompreh
  3. July 2026
  4. The Chronicle

    … According to the Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Africa’s abundant deposits of critical minerals, strategic environmental assets and expanding continental trade architecture should become catalysts for industrialisation, job creation and shared prosperity. …

    Annoh-Dompreh Pushes For Value Addition To Africa’s Critical Minerals
  5. The Chronicle

    The Eastern South Regional Police Command, with support from the National Operations Directorate, has arrested 258 suspects in connection with the violent disturbances that rocked Nsawam-Adoagyiri in the Eastern Region on July 7, 2026. …

    Police arrest 258 suspects for violence at Adoagyiri
  6. Ghana risks losing carbon market opportunity to bureaucratic delays

    1. Joy Online

      Ghana must not become a destination for low-quality carbon credit projects, Minority Chief Whip and Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh has warned. …

      Ghana must not become a haven for fake carbon projects – Annoh-Dompreh
    2. Joy Online

      … trict standards for Ghana’s emerging carbon credit market, warning that the country must reject low-quality projects and prevent what he described as carbon “greenwashing.” Delivering a statement on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, the Minority Chief Whip and Nsawam-Adoagyiri …

      No to carbon greenwashing – Annoh-Dompreh calls for tough standards
    3. Joy Online

      … Delivering a statement on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, the Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP said the country has already laid the groundwork to become a major player in carbon markets but must now move quickly to simplify regulations, strengthen institutions and attract credible inves …

      Red tape could cost Ghana the carbon investment boom – Annoh-Dompreh
  7. Joy Online

    … The Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP is urging government to place national interest above short-term gains. …

    We must not sell cheap today what we need tomorrow – Minority Chief Whip warns on carbon credits
  8. May 2026
  9. NPP petitions Diplomatic Corps over Abronye DC arrest

    1. The Chronicle

      The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has launched a scathing attack on the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), describing the administration as a “scam”, that has failed Ghanaians within a short period in office. …

      NDC Is a Reflection Of Scam -Minority Chief Whip
    2. Joy Online

      … Speaking at an NPP Minority Caucus workshop at the Accra City Hotel on Monday, the Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP said ordinary Ghanaians were suffering under the government less than two years after it took office. …

      The wailing across Ghana reflects NDC’s scam, says Minority Chief Whip Annoh-Dompreh
    3. Joy Online

      … e said the caucus had built what he described as an “official channel” to counter government narratives and expose governance failures. “Through this, we have been able to create an official channel from the Caucus to the public for setting stories straight,” the Nsawam-Adoagyiri …

      We signal the public before NDC can mislead Ghanaians – Annoh-Dompreh
Society

Landfill concerns prompt stakeholder talks in Adipa communities

The News

Residents and traditional authorities in Adipa have raised environmental and public health concerns over waste transportation to the Adipa Engineered Landfill Site. A stakeholder engagement facilitated by MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh brought together local officials, community representatives, and Zoomlion, with the company pledging support measures to address community concerns.

18 hours ago · Joy Online →

Today

  1. Landfill concerns prompt stakeholder talks in Adipa communities

    Residents and traditional authorities in Adipa have raised environmental and public health concerns over waste transportation to the Adipa Engineered Landfill Site. A stakeholder engagement facilitated by MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh brought together local officials, community representatives, and Zoomlion, with the company pledging support measures to address community concerns.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. Committee formed to address Adipa landfill waste disposal concerns

    A 17-member committee has been formed to address concerns raised by residents of Adipa and surrounding communities over waste disposal activities at the Adipa Engineered Landfill Site, following a stakeholder meeting involving traditional authorities, local government officials, and company representatives. The committee will be chaired by the Chief of Nsawam, and Zoomlion has announced a package of interventions including health centre construction, water projects, fumigation exercises, and scholarship support for affected communities.

    6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 3 October

  1. NPP Minority leadership urges new party leadership to work together

    Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Minority Chief Whip, says the incoming NPP national leadership must work closely with the parliamentary Minority Caucus to strengthen the party's efforts in Parliament and hold government accountable ahead of the party's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi.

    3 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Agbogbloshie waste clearance necessary but communities need protection

    The Chronicle editorial commends government efforts to clear persistent waste from Accra areas like Agbogbloshie, but acknowledges concerns from residents in Adipa receiving relocated waste, who report foul odours, rodents, and environmental risks and are demanding environmental assessments, security barriers, and a long-term waste-management plan.

    30 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 29 September

  1. Nsawam MP demands halt to Accra waste dumping in municipality

    The Minority Chief Whip and MP for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has demanded answers from the government over the transportation of waste and house flies from Agbogbloshi to the Adipa area, citing lack of engagement with affected communities and resident concerns about foul odours, flies, and water pollution.

    29 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 28 September

  1. Adipa residents demand halt to Agbogbloshie waste transfer

    Residents of Adipa have given the government seven days to stop transferring waste from Agbogbloshie and other Accra areas to the Adipa Landfill Site, citing environmental pollution and harm to living conditions. The ultimatum follows the government's 90-day operation to evacuate about one million tonnes of accumulated waste from Agbogbloshie and Jamestown.

    28 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 26 September

  1. Opposition MP attacks government's new cocoa producer price

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has criticised the Ghana Cocoa Board's new producer price of GH¢2,650 per 64-kilogramme bag for the 2026/2027 season as a disappointment to farmers, describing it as an example of government "deception" and extending his concerns to farmers of rice, maize, and yam.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. MP criticises new GH¢2,650 cocoa farm-gate price

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has criticised the Ghana Cocoa Board's new producer price of GH¢2,650 per 64-kilogramme bag for the 2026/2027 season as a disappointment to farmers, and extended his concerns to say farmers producing rice, maize, yam, and cocoa are under attack under the current administration.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Annoh-Dompreh warns against selective prosecution of political actors

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has urged authorities to exercise restraint in arresting and prosecuting political actors over social media comments, cautioning that selective use of the criminal justice system could undermine Ghana's democracy and warning that political power is temporary.

    23 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 21 September

  1. NPP MP warns against partisan law enforcement in speech cases

    Frank Annoh-Dompreh, NPP Member of Parliament and Minority Chief Whip, has cautioned against the partisan application of the law in arrests and prosecutions over allegedly offensive or threatening comments, stating that Ghana's democracy must be guided by fairness and due process rather than used to settle political scores.

    21 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 14 September

  1. NPP MP urges party unity ahead of 2028 elections

    Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Annoh-Dompreh called on NPP members to end internal divisions and unite behind flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, arguing that the party must consolidate its structures and prepare for the next electoral contest. He also accused the NDC of failing to fulfil campaign promises made to Ghanaians.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Bawumia preparing new cocoa policy package to address farmer concerns

    Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP's 2028 flagbearer, is preparing a new policy package for Ghana's cocoa sector following consultations with farmers, addressing concerns including producer prices, input costs, disease, ageing farms and declining yields. The initiative was presented to Bawumia in June and has been referred to the NPP's Policy Committee on Agriculture for technical assessment and development of costed policy options.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Tano North MP distributes motorised sprayers to cocoa farmers

    Tano North Member of Parliament Dr Gideon Boako distributed motorised spraying machines to cocoa farmers in his constituency to improve farming efficiency and productivity. The distribution event was attended by several MPs and included remarks from Dr Boako about his commitment to supporting farmers and improving their livelihoods.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

  1. Deputy Minority Whip denies GH¢70k gift claims involving Appiagyei

    Second Deputy Minority Whip Jerry Ahmed Shaib has dismissed reports that Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei returned a GH¢70,000 "gift" to members of Parliament's Appointments Committee, saying there is "no truth whatsoever" in the claims and that the purported memorandum is fake.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. MP grills environment minister nominee on mercury, plastic waste

    During ministerial vetting, Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh questioned Minister-designate Dr. Zenator Agyeman-Rawlings on environmental challenges including mercury pollution from small-scale mining, plastic waste management, landfill pollution, carbon trading, and climate finance, demanding practical solutions rather than theoretical explanations.

    28 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Africa CDC appoints Ghanaian MP to immunisation advisory council

    The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has invited Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Ghana's Minority Chief Whip and Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP, to serve on a new Continental Immunisation Advisory Council that will provide strategic guidance on immunisation across the continent and support implementation of the Continental Immunisation Strategy 2026–2030.

    20 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. NPP MP condemns galamsey scale, warns of national crisis

    Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh has criticized the government's handling of illegal mining, saying galamseyers are operating with impunity and causing severe destruction to water bodies, forests, and livelihoods. He described the crisis as a national emergency and expressed concern about rising turbidity in the Birim River.

    18 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Saturday 15 August

  1. NPP lost seats in traditional strongholds in 2024

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh acknowledged the NPP suffered an electoral setback in 2024, with the party struggling to hold constituencies it had traditionally regarded as safe seats, including Takoradi, Awutu Senya, and seats in Greater Accra. The party has accepted the weaknesses exposed by the election and is taking steps to rebuild structures and regain voter confidence.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NPP to center galamsey fight in 2028 campaign strategy

    The NPP plans to make illegal mining (galamsey) a major issue in its 2028 campaign, with Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh saying the party's focus will be driven by the threat illegal mining poses to Ghana's water bodies and communities' livelihoods, treating it as a national survival issue rather than just a political talking point.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. NPP chief whip says party rebuilding to reclaim 2024 election losses

    The Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh says the NPP has begun rebuilding efforts to regain parliamentary seats lost to the NDC in 2024 and is taking steps to address challenges that contributed to its poor electoral performance ahead of 2028. The party lost ground in traditional strongholds including constituencies in the Western Region, Greater Accra, and other parts of the country.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Illegal mining poses threat to water, vegetation and livelihoods

    Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh warned that illegal mining is becoming a serious threat to Ghana's water bodies, vegetation and livelihoods, citing rising turbidity in the Birim River and destruction of flora and fauna. He expressed concern about illegal mining activities along the Accra-Kumasi highway and said the crisis has moved beyond partisan politics.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

  1. Annoh-Dompreh urges African nations to add value to critical minerals

    The Chairman of the Pan-African Parliament Committee on Trade, Customs and Immigration has called on African leaders to adopt a coordinated strategy to derive greater economic value from critical mineral resources through value addition rather than exporting raw materials. He argued the continent should shift focus from articulating aspirations to implementing policies that deliver measurable benefits for its people.

    27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 20 July

  1. Global Info Analytics survey ranks 83 constituency MPs by approval

    A June 2026 performance survey by Global Info Analytics ranked Members of Parliament across 83 constituencies, with Frank Annoh-Dompreh (Nsawam/Adoagyiri) recording 98% approval and George Kwame Aboagye (Asene-Manso-Akroso) recording 9% approval. The survey revealed significant variations in public approval across the country.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 10 July

  1. Police arrest 258 suspects in Nsawam-Adoagyiri violence

    The Eastern South Regional Police Command arrested 258 suspects following violent disturbances in Nsawam-Adoagyiri on July 7, 2026, during which youth allegedly looted shops, set an ECG transformer ablaze, vandalized the Oko Anadwo Palace and an astro turf facility, and robbed mobile money vendors. Officers recovered two locally manufactured firearms, dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, suspected tramadol and Viagra tablets, and mobile phones during the security operation.

    10 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 3 July

  1. Ghana must tighten carbon project oversight to avoid low-quality schemes

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh warned Parliament that Ghana must not become a destination for low-quality carbon credit projects and called on the government to tighten oversight as the country positions itself in the global carbon market. He urged that Ghana's carbon market be treated as a national development instrument delivering real emissions reductions and community benefits, while building on foundations laid through the Ghana Carbon Market Office.

    3 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. MP calls for strict standards in Ghana's carbon credit market

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has urged the government to adopt strict standards for Ghana's emerging carbon credit market and reject low-quality projects to prevent carbon "greenwashing." He argued that the carbon market must be treated as a national development tool focused on genuine emissions reductions, community benefits, and private-sector investment, while calling for greater policy certainty, transparent approval processes, and clear distinctions between carbon market transaction categories.

    3 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Ghana risks losing carbon market opportunity to bureaucratic delays

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has warned that Ghana could miss out on a growing global carbon investment market if government bureaucracy and regulatory uncertainty slow approvals. He told Parliament that Ghana has established the Ghana Carbon Market Office and recorded dozens of mitigation activities across multiple sectors, but must now move quickly to simplify regulations and strengthen institutions to attract investors.

    2 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana must avoid rushing carbon credit deals, says Minority Chief Whip

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has warned that Ghana should not rush into carbon credit agreements that could compromise its future climate obligations, and urged the government to treat the carbon credit market as a development instrument rather than simply as a commodity trading platform.

    2 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Minority Chief Whip attacks NDC as scam failing Ghanaians

    Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Minority Chief Whip and MP for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, has accused the NDC administration of being "a scam" that has failed Ghanaians, citing worsening economic conditions and public dissatisfaction. He called on the opposition Minority Caucus to intensify pressure on the government while positioning the NPP as a "Mighty Minority" ahead of the 2028 elections.

    20 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. NDC's hardship reflects government scam, says NPP opposition chief

    Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh attacked the NDC government, claiming growing hardship among cocoa farmers, teachers, nurses, public servants, and market women exposes what he called the "scam" of the Mahama administration. He said the opposition caucus had regrouped after the 2024 election defeat and was ready to intensify pressure on the government.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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