Koforidua Today

06/06/2026

🚨 Honda Civic Destroyed by Fire at Kwamoso-Duasin

A Honda Civic saloon car with registration number GW 2669-17 was completely destroyed by fire at Kwamoso-Duasin in the Eastern Region on the night of June 4, 2026.

Firefighters from the Koforidua Municipal Fire Station responded swiftly to the emergency and successfully extinguished the blaze. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were recorded.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Ghana National Fire Service.

06/06/2026

Political Tension Erupts Over Emergency Repairs at Nsawam Presbyterian School

A dispute over emergency repair works at the storm-damaged Nsawam Presbyterian School has sparked political tension in the Nsawam-Adoagyiri Municipality. The controversy follows a rainstorm that ripped off sections of the school's roofing, exposing classrooms and raising safety concerns for pupils and teachers. Following the incident, the Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, reportedly directed party executives and former Municipal Chief Executives to assess the damage and facilitate emergency rehabilitation works....

Political tensions have emerged in Nsawam-Adoagyiri following a dispute between supporters of the MP and MCE over emergency repair works at the storm-damaged Nsawam Presbyterian School.

06/06/2026

Political tensions have emerged in Nsawam-Adoagyiri following a dispute between supporters of the MP and MCE over emergency repair works at the storm-damaged Nsawam Presbyterian School.

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06/06/2026

Government Launches 24-Hour Market Project in Mpraeso

The government has officially cut sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Market in Mpraeso, a major project aimed at boosting economic activity and creating jobs in the Kwahu South Municipality. The project forms part of the government's 24-Hour Economy Policy, which seeks to increase productivity, support business growth, and expand employment opportunities across the country. Speaking at the ceremony, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey said the market will provide a modern trading environment, improve access to markets, and support businesses that wish to operate beyond traditional working hours....

The government has cut sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Market in Mpraeso as part of efforts to boost economic growth, create jobs, and promote the 24-Hour Economy Policy in Kwahu South Municipality.

06/06/2026

The government has cut sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Market in Mpraeso as part of efforts to boost economic growth, create jobs, and promote the 24-Hour Economy Policy in Kwahu South Municipality

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06/06/2026

Former NITA Director-General Dr Mark Oliver-Kevor says resigning from his government position to seek re-election as NDC Eastern Regional Chairman was a difficult but necessary decision.

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06/06/2026

Dr Mark Oliver-Kevor Resigns from NITA to Focus on NDC Eastern Regional Chairmanship Bid

Former Director-General of the National Information Technology Agency (NITA), Mark Oliver-Kevor, has described his decision to resign from his government appointment as a difficult but necessary step to focus on his bid for re-election as Eastern Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress. According to Dr. Oliver-Kevor, the decision was driven by the need to sustain and strengthen the party’s gains in the Eastern Region, which he said have been achieved through coordinated efforts by party members and leadership....

Former NITA Director-General Dr Mark Oliver-Kevor says resigning from his government position to seek re-election as NDC Eastern Regional Chairman was a difficult but necessary decision.

06/06/2026

🚨 Family Calls for Investigation Into Alleged Post-Surgery Complications at Eastern Regional Hospital

A mother has raised concerns over the health condition of her two-year-old son following a hernia surgery reportedly performed at the Eastern Regional Hospital.

According to her account, the child has experienced severe health complications after the procedure, including mobility, hearing, and visual challenges. The family is calling on the Ghana Health Service and the Ministry of Health to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case.

As of the time of this report, the hospital and relevant health authorities have not publicly responded to the allegations.

Koforidua Today will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

Source: Eastern TV Gh

Eastern Regional Health Directorate
Ghana Health Service
Ministry of Health, Ghana

06/06/2026

📢 NEW JUABEN SOUTH MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY TO HOLD TOWN HALL MEETING

Residents of New Juaben South are invited to participate in a Town Hall Meeting aimed at promoting accountability, transparency, and citizen engagement in local governance.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 9th June 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Venue: Appenteng Hall, Koforidua

The meeting will provide an opportunity for residents to interact with the Eastern Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey , and the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Ransford Owusu Boakye, on key development issues affecting the municipality.

Residents are encouraged to attend and contribute to discussions on the future development of New Juaben South.

05/06/2026

SAD 😔
Atimpoku Roundabout road is back to square one after recent road works. So why can't they just fix it once and for all?

Hmmm Ghana and patch patch

Source: Faya Media