The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has been formally notified by Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene that Baffour Owusu Bediako, the Domeabra hene, has been appointed Chairman of the newly established Ashanti Regional Lands Commission. The introduction happened yesterday, July 2, 2025, in the Manhyia Palace. In addition, the …
Read More »Ashanti Regional Minister Attends Republic Day Thanksgiving Service with Muslim Community.
In honour of this year’s Republic Day, the Muslim community organized a unique Thanksgiving and Prayer Service, in which Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, took part. In a moment of profound introspection and thankfulness, participants prayed for Allah’s ongoing direction and blessings on the country. Throughout the service, …
Read More »Kumasi Council of Christian Churches (KCCC) Opposes the display of Party Colours at the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Program.
On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, the Kumasi Council of Christian Churches (KCCC) has issued a warning to the public not to attend the National Prayer and Thanksgiving program wearing party colours. The council’s leadership has declared that, despite the lack of a rigid dress code, attendees should wear …
Read More »Dr. Frank Amoakohene is Honoured by GNACOPS Executives for his Outstanding Dedication to the Ashanti Region’s Development.
Since his appointment, the Ashanti regional minister has demonstrated exceptional dedication to the region’s development, which has earned him recognition from the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS). At the Ashanti Regional Cordinating Council on Monday, he received a courtesy call from a delegation from the Ashanti regional chapter …
Read More »Atwima Kwanwoma Appointed First Female DCE.
In Ashanti Region’s Atwima Kwanwoma District, history was made when Assembly Members unanimously approved Grace Asamoah Agyemang as the next District Chief Executive (DCE), becoming the first woman to hold the role. Ms. Agyemang received 47 “YES” votes out of 47 ballots cast during a confirmation ceremony on Friday, May …
Read More »Reviving Kumawood: A New Era for the Film Industry in Ghana.
A group of influential Kumawood industry participants has presented a thorough report to Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, in a major move to revive Ghana’s booming film industry. The paper, which is the result of a strategic brainstorming session that took place in March, provides practical strategies for …
Read More »Ashantifest: MTN Offers Free Medical Screenings to Kumasi Central Prison Inmates.
The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC) has commended telecom behemoth MTN Ghana for its ongoing support of Ashantifest, a month-long celebration of the rich cultural history of the Asante people that includes traditional foods, dances, sports, and historical sites in the region. On Thursday, April 17, the ARCC team visited …
Read More »Adum-PZ Fire Incident takes a Swerve Turned As Petty Traders at the Old Railway Terminal Demand Compensation.
The Kumasi Railway Petty Traders are requesting compensation from the government after the city authorities demolished their stores. A week following the Adum-Blue light fire outbreak, NADMO officials, acting under the direction of the Ashanti regional minister, destroyed just over 500 temporal structures where they conduct their business. Decongestion and …
Read More »Bawumia Donates GH¢200,000 and 1,000 bags of cement to support Adum fire victims.
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the former vice president, has provided 1,000 bags of cement and GH¢200,000 to traders affected by the recent devastating fire at Adum in Kumasi so they can rebuild their businesses. The fire, which began on Friday, March 21, ripped through several shops and kiosks in the bustling …
Read More »Fulfil Our Promised National Security Jobs – NDC’s Taskforce to Mahama
The Ashanti Regional Branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Taskforce, which was tasked with election security for the 2024 elections, has expressed dissatisfaction with what they perceive to be the party leadership’s disregard. Even though the taskforce took potentially lethal risks to win votes for the party in the …
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