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Great Ningo Queen donates sanitary pads, examination materials to BECE candidates
Naana Dugbakuwor Dugba II
The Paramount Queen of the Great Ningo Traditional Area, Naana Dugbakuwor Dugba II, has visited some schools in the area to encourage the children as they write their Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
In the course of the two-day visit, she presented assorted examination materials and sanitary pads to enable them go through the examination successfully.
Addressing the children numbering over a thousand, the queen charged them to take their books seriously to enable them achieve the desired results.
She pledged to sponsor six female and four male students that records single grades through their secondary education to the tertiary level.
The Paramount Queen, through her foundation, Manye Dugbakuwor Foundation, engaged candidates from both the private and basic schools across the three circuits, namely the Tsopoli-Dawa Circuit, the Ayertepa-Mangotsonya Circuit and the Ningo Circuit of the traditional area.
She vowed to continually influence the development of education in her traditional area and promote girl child education at all levels.
She called on sons and daughters from the area who are blessed with resources to support the upcoming generation, since they are the future leaders of the area.
She assured that her NGO was ready to partner with other NGOs and individuals to drive the developmental agenda of the area.
Naana Dugbakuwor Dugba II was accompanied by the Chief of Nyigbenya, Nene Teyetsu Bediaku II, Nene Tetteh-Wayoe Duamorh XI, the Queen of Ayertepa, Naana Korkor Kudi I and Assemblymen of the Ayertepa-Mangotsonya and Lekpongunor electoral areas, Michel Nartey and Henry Kwao on the development-oriented tour.
By Spectator Reporter
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GPL Voilent Dissturbance: One more arrested
The Ghana Police Service has arrested one more suspect, Elizabeth Akosua
Ntiriwaa, alias Akosua Black Chinese.
Her arrest is in connection with the violent disturbances that occurred during the football match between Nsoatreman FC and Kumasi Asante Kotoko FC on February 2, 2025.
This brings to six, the number of suspects arrested so far in connection with the incident.
Elizabeth Akosua Ntiriwaa is currently in Police custody, assisting with the investigation.
The intelligence-led operation and investigation remain ongoing to ensure all perpetrators connected to the incident are arrested and brought to justice.
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Emmanuel Kwamena Anyimah Appointed Deputy Chief Executive of the Minerals Commission of Ghana
President John Mahama has appointed Mr Emmanuel Kwamena Anyimah (Ellembele KK) as the new Deputy Chief Executive of the Minerals Commission of Ghana.
With extensive experience in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), Engineering, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), Emmanuel is expected to bring strategic leadership to the Commission during a critical period for Ghana’s mining sector.
His career spans key industries, including construction, oil and gas, and energy, with expertise in pipeline and piping inspection, welding quality control, environmental management, and regulatory compliance.
Emmanuel holds multiple degrees, including an MSc in Energy and Environmental Management from the University of Central Lancashire (UK), an LLB from KAAF University (Ghana), a BSc in Management Studies from Central University College, and an HND in Civil Engineering from Takoradi Technical University.
He has held key roles in leading organizations such as ORSAM Oil and Gas, and Amaja Oilfield Ltd., where he ensured operational efficiency, compliance, and safety. He holds several professional certifications and is an active member of esteemed industry bodies, reinforcing his expertise in quality assurance, environmental sustainability, and regulatory frameworks.
Emmanuel’s appointment is expected to strengthen the Minerals Commission’s ability to regulate and promote sustainable mineral resource development. His leadership, technical knowledge, and commitment to regulatory excellence will play a vital role in ensuring Ghana’s mining sector remains competitive, transparent, and environmentally responsible.
