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The Bono East Regional Command of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has taken a significant step towards grassroots fire safety by engaging leaders of artisan groups and master craftsmen in Techiman. …
Bono East Regional Fire Command engages master artisans in fire safety driveThe Ghanaian Times
… Between the two infernos lay a trail of similar disasters — Adum, Techiman, the Tamale Timber Market — each one a fresh reminder that Ghana’s relationship with fire safety has, for too long, been reactive rather than preventive. …
Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) goes digitalJoy Online
The entrepreneurial spirit in Ghana’s Bono East Region is at an all-time high as about 300 small business owners gathered in Techiman to pitch their business ideas for a spot in the prestigious MTN SME Support Programme. …
300 entrepreneurs in Bono East battle for MTN-Innohub SME Support as programme enters 4th yearJoy Online
… The call came at the 2nd Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Association of Human Resource Management Practitioners in Health, Ghana (AHRMPHG), held in Techiman under the theme: “Empowering HR Practitioners in Health: Building Capacity for Innovation and Workforce Sustai …
Health HR practitioners charged to lead sector transformation at 2nd Annual AHRMPHG conferenceJoy Online
… The Techiman-based side were first on the continental stage in 2023 when they made the semifinals of the competition, becoming only the second club after Hasaacas Ladies in the maiden edition. …
Ampem Darkoa Ladies set sight on CAF Champions League return with Edo Queens the hurdleJoy Online
A coordinated intelligence-led operation along the Kintampo-Techiman highway has exposed a dangerous smuggling syndicate that used food items to conceal toxic industrial chemicals and thousands of sticks of unregistered cigarettes. …
Cyanide, unregistered cigarettes hidden under bags of millet, soya beans in major highway bust in TechimanJoy Online
A bulk tanker carrying 4,000kg of gas was involved in an accident at Fiaso on the Techiman-Nkoranza Highway on Thursday, August 27, resulting in a leak from the tank. …
Gas tanker accident triggers leak at FiasoJoy Online
… Arriving at Techiman for the prize presentation ceremony was the tipping point for the father of four. …
How Telecel M’ahitti promo is transforming lives nationwideJoy Online
The Chief of Bamiri and Tuntuhene of the Techiman Traditional Council, Nana Asare Baffour II, has commissioned two major development projects in the community as part of this year’s Yam Festival celebrations. …
Bamiri chief commissions KG block, guest house to boost education and revenueJoy Online
The Energy Commission has partnered with the Ghana Hotels Association to roll out a comprehensive stakeholder engagement programme targeting hotel and hospitality facility owners and managers in the Bono East region, with a training session held in Techiman. …
Energy Commission, Ghana Hotels Association train Bono East hoteliers on energy efficiencyRev. John Ntim Fordjour, MP for Assin South, has accused the government of applying Ghana's false publication laws selectively after nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh was arrested and remanded over alleged links to the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account. Bafoh pleaded not guilty to abetment of crime charges and was denied bail on September 13, with the case adjourned to September 30.
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Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, MP for Assin South, has accused the government of applying Ghana's false publication laws selectively after nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh was arrested and remanded over alleged links to the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account. Bafoh pleaded not guilty to abetment of crime charges and was denied bail on September 13, with the case adjourned to September 30.
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Assin South MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour has appealed to religious leaders, chiefs, journalists and other influential voices to speak out against what he describes as selective application of Ghana's laws, citing the case of senior nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh, who was arrested over alleged involvement in activities of UK-based TikTok user Barbara Asantewaa Kodua ("Ghana Jollof"), and arguing the rule of law must apply equally regardless of political affiliation.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Constitutional rights advisor Oliver Barker-Vormawor has criticized what he describes as inconsistent application of laws governing false publication and offensive speech in Ghana, saying law enforcement must apply the same standards to similar conduct regardless of political affiliation. His comments follow the arrest of a nursing officer accused of links to a UK-based TikTok user and helping distribute content alleged to contain false news.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Oliver Barker-Vormawor has called for law enforcement to exercise restraint with social media users, arguing that not every offensive statement should trigger police action. His comments follow the arrest and remand of nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh, who allegedly aided the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account, over charges of abetting crime and publishing false news; the prosecution alleges some videos contained inflammatory statements capable of provoking violence, though these allegations remain unestablished by court.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme will examine four major national issues: the arrest and remand of nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh over alleged links to the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account, a cocaine shipment, a COVID audit, and constitutional reforms. Bafoh was arrested in Hansua on September 13 and remanded for two weeks after pleading not guilty to charges of abetment of crime and publication of false news.
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JoyNews' Newsfile programme will on September 19, 2026, examine the arrest of nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh over alleged links to the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account, alongside a cocaine shipment case, COVID audit, and constitutional reforms. Bafoh was remanded for two weeks after pleading not guilty to charges of abetment of crime and publishing false news, with the case triggering debate about freedom of expression.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has condemned the arrest and remand of a Techiman-based nurse, Salomey Bafor Awiti, over allegations of abetting the publication of false news, saying intelligence agencies should not be reduced to chasing citizens for insulting political figures and warning that criminalizing speech pushes democracy backwards.
18 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association is calling for bail for senior nursing officer Salomey Awity Baffoe, detained in connection with an alleged attempt to overthrow the government, arguing that she is not a flight risk given her permanent workplace in the Techiman area and can be located by authorities.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Police CID says forensic evidence from a nurse's phone shows high-profile individuals transferred significant sums to the nurse, who then shared portions with social media personality Barbara Asantewaa Kodua (Ghana Jollof), currently believed to be in the United Kingdom. The investigation centers on alleged publication of false news and inciteful comments via the Ghana Jollof TikTok account.
18 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The opposition NPP has raised concerns over the continued detention of Techiman-based nurse Salomey Awiti Bafoh, who was remanded by the Adenta Circuit Court for allegedly aiding in the publication and circulation of false news on social media. The party is questioning the basis for the court's decision to remand her for two additional weeks and to prosecute her before the Adenta Circuit Court.
18 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Police Service has declared Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, who operates the 'Ghana Jollof' TikTok account and allegedly hurls insults at government officials, wanted for inciting violence; she is believed to be in the United Kingdom. A senior nurse, Salomey Awiti Bafoh, has been remanded in custody for two weeks for allegedly aiding Kodua in publishing and circulating false news on social media.
18 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
NPP Flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for the release of Techiman-based nurse Salomey Awiti Bafoh, who was remanded into police custody for two weeks by the Adentan Circuit Court on charges of abetment of crime and alleged publication and circulation of false news. Bawumia described her arrest as "very worrying" and warned against what he said could amount to an infringement on citizens' right to free expression.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for the immediate release of senior nurse Salomey Awity Baffoe, who has been remanded in custody over alleged links to the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account. Bawumia expressed concern that the arrest raised questions about free speech protection in Ghana and cautioned against using intelligence agencies to pursue citizens over speech considered offensive to public officials.
18 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
A nurse, Salomey Awiti Bafoh, has been remanded into police custody by the Circuit Court, Adenta, accused of aiding and abetting the publication and circulation of false news on TikTok. Prosecutors allege she acted as a liaison for "Ghana Jollof," who operated a TikTok account containing offensive and inciting statements, including alleged threats to overthrow the Government of Ghana.
17 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Hawa Koomson, aspiring National Women's Organiser of the NPP, has called for the immediate release on bail of Madam Salomey Baffoe, a 40-year-old nurse remanded in custody over alleged links to the anonymous social media account "Ghana Jollof." Koomson said Baffoe was picked from her home and detained beyond the 48-hour constitutional limit without her charge sheet being served on her defence before court.
17 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor has expressed concern over the reported arrest of a 40-year-old nurse, Salomey Awity Bafoh, who has allegedly been linked to the anonymous TikTok account "Ghana Jollof," which has been critical of President John Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama. Bafoh was reportedly taken from her home in the Bono East Region around midnight on September 13 by individuals identifying themselves as National Security operatives, though regional police and National Security officials initially said they had no knowledge of her arrest.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A senior nursing officer at Abrefi Hospital in Techiman, Salomay Bafoh Awiti, has gone missing, with state actors suspected of involvement. The Daily Guide expresses concern about what it describes as a pattern of midnight abductions by security forces, arguing that suspects could instead be invited or arrested during daytime.
17 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
A new Community Health Planning Services (CHPS) compound is being established in Abrika to provide healthcare services to Bridgeso and Abrika communities, which have long lacked a nearby health facility and have experienced preventable deaths among pregnant women, children, and the elderly due to the distance to Techiman.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manyhia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has raised alarm over the alleged arrest and detention of Salomey Awity Bafoh by the Signal Bureau and other state security agencies, whose whereabouts remain unknown and have not been disclosed to her family. He expressed concern that the failure to disclose her location or detention place could amount to abduction rather than lawful arrest.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bono East Regional Minister Francis Owusu Antwi has inspected the ongoing Techiman 24-hour economy model market project and expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of construction work, just over three months after contractors took over the site. He said the rehabilitation would improve businesses, spur socio-economic growth, create job opportunities, and attract investment to the region.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bono East Regional Fire Command held an interactive session with 55 leaders of artisan groups and master craftsmen in Techiman to equip them with fire safety knowledge and prevent workplace hazards. The Regional Fire Commander emphasized the service's prevention mandate and commitment to continuous fire safety education among masters and apprentices.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Fire Service is implementing the Automated Fire Compliance and Safety System (AFCAS), a digital platform designed to replace the country's paper-based fire safety certificates and manual inspection regime, which has struggled with slow processing times and vulnerability to forgery.
7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
About 300 entrepreneurs in Bono East competed in a pitch competition for the MTN-Innohub SME Support Programme, now in its fourth year of a five-year initiative. Since inception, the programme has supported 453 SMEs across nine regions, committed GH¢5 million in funding, created 37 new jobs, and achieved 19% revenue growth among 290 participating businesses.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Health sector HR practitioners have been called to transition from administrative roles to strategic drivers of healthcare transformation, addressing technological disruption and workforce changes, at the 2nd Annual Conference of the Association of Human Resource Management Practitioners in Health, Ghana held in Techiman.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ampem Darkoa Ladies, seeking a second CAF Women's Champions League appearance, will face Nigeria's Edo Queens in the WAFU B qualifiers final. Ampem Darkoa have won all four games in the qualifiers, including a 4-1 semifinal victory over Dynamique FC of Benin.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission and Police Intelligence Department intercepted a truck on the Kintampo-Techiman highway containing 100 containers of sodium cyanide and 321 boxes of unregistered cigarettes hidden beneath bags of millet, soya beans, and other food items.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A bulk tanker carrying 4,000kg of gas was involved in an accident at Fiaso on the Techiman-Nkoranza Highway on Thursday, August 27, resulting in a leak. Firefighters from Techiman and Nkoranza responded, halted traffic as a precaution, and used foam concentrate to control the situation and stop the leakage with no casualties recorded.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel's M'ahitti Promo, a four-month campaign offering more than GH¢5.1 million in cash prizes, has so far awarded 17 weekly winners, including Kennedy Boakye from Nkoranza who won GH¢20,000 and plans to invest in his cement business and family development.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief of Bamiri commissioned a modern Kindergarten block and guest house during the Yam Festival, intended to improve children's safety and learning environment while generating revenue for community development.
23 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Energy Commission and Ghana Hotels Association are rolling out a stakeholder engagement programme to train hotel and hospitality facility owners and managers in the Bono East region on energy efficiency and compliance with new regulations. The hospitality sector is a major electricity consumer, with hotels spending approximately 60 to 70 per cent of their operating costs on energy and resources.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →