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AGONA WEST MCE REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO EQUITABLE DEVELOPMENT DURING END-OF-YEAR THANK YOU TOUR

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The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Agona West, Hon. Eric Gyamfi Odoom, has once again demonstrated responsible and people-centered leadership by assuring traditional authorities and residents of an equal share of the municipal development agenda during his end-of-year Thank You Tour across Agonaman. Speaking to Nananom and elders, Hon. Eric Gyamfi Odoom emphasized that his administration remains accountable to the people through their traditional leaders, reaffirming that development under his leadership will be fair, inclusive, and transparent, irrespective of political, social, or geographical considerations. The MCE assured the chiefs that the “municipal cake” — development projects and opportunities — will be fairly distributed, with special attention given to communities facing urgent infrastructure deficits. He outlined key priority areas, including: Improvement of road networks Provision of potable drinking water Expansion of electricity Construction and rehabilitation of s...
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The Beauty and Importance of the Apa Festival in Kyekyewere

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Every year, the people of Kyekyewere in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of Ghana’s Western Region come alive with vibrant colors, traditional rhythms, and joyful celebrations during the Apa Festival. It’s more than just a cultural event — it’s a time when the community reconnects with its roots, honors its ancestors, and celebrates unity and progress. The Apa Festival is deeply rooted in tradition. It is celebrated to thank the ancestors and the Almighty for their blessings and protection throughout the year. Traditional rituals are performed to cleanse the land, invite peace, and ensure prosperity for everyone in the community. Over the years, this annual festival has brought real development to Kyekyewere. Through the unity and commitment the festival inspires, the community has been able to construct a school building and a community center, projects that continue to serve the people well. Currently, Kyekyewere is seeking support to complete its CHPS compound and the Chief’s Palace —...
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Agona Bobikuma Lower: Talent Without Support

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Agona Bobikuma Lower is a community blessed with bright, creative, and hardworking talents. From sports to academics, music to entrepreneurship, our young people continue to show great promise and potential. Yet, the challenge we face is not a lack of talent — it is the lack of support to nurture and raise these gifts to higher levels. Many of our youth dream of becoming professionals, innovators, and leaders, but without the right opportunities, resources, and mentorship, their dreams remain limited. As a community, we believe with the right help — in education, training, funding, and guidance — these hidden gems can shine beyond our borders and make an impact across Ghana and the world. Agona Bobikuma Lower has what it takes. What we need now is support. Together, with the help of stakeholders, leaders, and well-meaning individuals, we can raise a new generation of achievers who will uplift not only our community but the entire nation. For more information and support kindly contact ...
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Nana Aduokuah Old Age Foundation Holds Free Health Screening for Gomoa Benso

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In a heartwarming gesture of compassion and community care, the Nana Aduokuah Old Age Foundation, with support from Nana Kwabah II, organized a free health screening exercise at the Gomoa Benso Durbar Grounds on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The initiative, themed “We Care, We Love”, brought together health professionals, volunteers, and residents to promote wellness and preventive healthcare. Screening Services Offered The free health screening covered vital areas of health, including: Eye screening to detect early vision problems Ear checks for better hearing health Dental examination for strong and healthy teeth General body check-up to assess overall wellness By offering these services at no cost, the foundation is addressing one of the major challenges facing many communities—limited access to healthcare. Promoting Preventive Healthcare: Speaking at the event, representatives of the foundation emphasized the importance of preventive health care, noting that early detection and treat...
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Respecting Privacy and Avoiding Assumptions: A Call for Mindful Living

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  In a world where appearances often speak louder than facts, it’s easy to fall into the trap of assumption. Whether it's in our workplaces, places of worship, campuses, or communities, people tend to form conclusions based on what they think they see—often without context, conversation, or confirmation. But what if we paused for a moment and asked ourselves: Do I really know the full story? More often than not, the answer is no. Understanding Assumption and Privacy Assumption is the act of believing something without concrete proof. It's a mental shortcut, often rooted in past experiences, stereotypes, or social narratives. While sometimes harmless, assumptions about people’s personal lives—especially relationships—can quickly turn into harmful gossip or misjudgment. Privacy, in contrast, is a fundamental human right. It is the space every person deserves to think, feel, act, and connect without unsolicited opinions or intrusions. Respecting someone’s privacy means honoring th...
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Understanding And Managing Anger, Practical Insights and Techniques

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Scripture Reference:   "A merry heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones." -- Proverbs 17:22 (KJV) Introduction    Anger is a common human emotion. Whether it's personal disappointment, injustice or frustration, everyone gets angry at some point. While anger isn't wrong in and of itself, the way we deal with it either allows us to grow or causes unnecessary destruction - to ourselves and others. The Bible reminds us that joy and inner peace are like medicine to the soul, and a heavy spirit can be destructive. So anger management is not just about avoidance of conflict, it is about achieving peace of mind, emotional health and spiritual development. What Causes Anger?    Anger is usually the result of unfulfilled expectations, perceived injustices, or stressful conditions. It can be gradual or come on abruptly. Left to fester, anger can cause problems such as poor decisions, broken relationships, and even medical problems like high blood p...
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There’s Meaning in the Mess, Trust God’s Bigger Plan

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Genesis 50:20 (KJV): “But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.” Life itself is not the most recognizable logical thing. The suffering, the deceiving, and the misunderstanding, it all seems fruitless when you are in the thick of it all. However, as was mentioned in the story of Joseph, there usually is divine purpose even in the most sorrowful of time. Joseph experienced a lot of disappointments in life -he was sold by his brothers, thrown in prison and forgotten. However, each step he took put him in an advantage why the nations would look troubled upon famine as a savior. God turned the evil people meant to do onto the good. Like Joseph you might be undergoing a series of challenges that do not make sense to you. God looks beyond this present moment of you. He takes even what is broken in our lives and he writes beautiful stories. You do not now see how it will work--but believe this, God is...
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Tragedy Strikes Agona Abodom: Festival Turns Deadly Amid Renewed Chieftaincy Dispute

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What was meant to be a peaceful and joyous celebration in Agona Abodom has turned into a community-wide tragedy. The town, located in the Agona West Municipality of Ghana's Central Region, was plunged into chaos after violent clashes erupted during a traditional festival, leaving three people dead and many others seriously injured. According to reports, the violence stems from a deep-rooted chieftaincy dispute that has plagued the community for more than four decades. Though tensions had appeared to ease following the installation of Nana Osamdade Obrempong XI earlier this year, recent events suggest the conflict is far from over. The Attack: As traditional leaders and residents gathered to celebrate the festival, an opposing faction allegedly hired land guards to violently disrupt the occasion. Eyewitnesses say the assailants stormed the chief’s palace, damaging vehicles, tables, chairs, and other property before clashing with residents. “It was terrifying. We didn’t expect viole...
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Cocoa Sacks and Cameras: When Dignity Died with the Dead

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In the annals of national tragedy, August 6th, 2025, will be remembered not only for the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight distinguished sons of Ghana, but for something far more disgraceful the stripping away of their dignity in death. Yes, a nation mourns. Yes, grief hangs thick in the air. But how did we become so numb to reverence, so desensitised to human worth, that we thought it appropriate, no, necessary to broadcast their remains live, and even more horrifying, to show their noble bodies shoved into cocoa sacks? Cocoa sacks? For the defenders of the realm? For the leaders, the trailblazers, the men who once wore the nation’s badge with pride? This is not only a tragedy of aircraft or altitude, but of attitude. The accident was sudden. The heartbreak, unimaginable. The silence of their departure, deafening. But what followed was even more deafening; the clatter of camera shutters, the relentless clicking of phones, the livestreams of agony, the footage of bodies,...
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Scenes from the Agona Abodom festival moments before and after rival factions clashed.

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What started as a vibrant, joyous celebration in the town of Agona Abodom took a heartbreaking turn when clashes broke out between rival factions during the annual festival. The event, known for bringing together families, friends, and communities in a colorful display of culture and unity, ended in violence, panic, and widespread concern. The festival had begun peacefully, with traditional performances, music, and a strong sense of pride among attendees. Crowds filled the streets, dancing and sharing in the excitement. However, beneath the surface, tensions between opposing groups had been quietly building — and by afternoon, those tensions erupted into open confrontation. Captured in Real Time Photos and videos from the scene (included below) show the stark contrast: smiling faces in the morning, then fear, confusion, and chaos as the day wore on. Screams replaced songs, and what was once a celebration quickly became a scene of people fleeing, shouting, and trying to avoid danger. Ey...
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