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Naa Koshie Odamtten launches campaign at La-Dade Kotopon
Madam Gifty Naa Koshie Odamtten, a contractor, has stuck out her neck to contest as an independent parliamentary candidate in the La-Dade Kotopon Constituency in the Greater Accra Region.
She maintains that she has what it takes to unify the constituency as well as help to improve the lives of the people who, she claims, are suffering and need someone of her calibre to save them from hardship.
Launching her campaign at La, in Accra recently, Madam Odamtten who is popularly called “Mother for all” said that it was high time the constituents gave a woman the opportunity to also serve their interests in parliament.
She called on them (constituents) to vote massively for her in the December 7, 2020, elections.
“My people, I have been with you for a long time and know your problems in our constituency.
“And this is now the time for a dedicated, committed, hard working and a unifier like me to represent you in the august House (Parliament) to put your problems across and see how best they would be solved.
“I would sincerely use my share of the MPs Common Fund to develop this area and see also to it that poverty is drastically reduced,” she said.
Madam Odamtten assured that should she be voted for in the upcoming parliamentary elections as their representative, she would set up a Scholarship Committee in all the 10 Electoral Areas and see to it that students in tertiary institutions within the constituency be given support to complete their courses.
She commended all the former MPs for the respective role they had played in the constituency and stated that she would continue from where they stopped.
“Human resource development would be one of my priorities because without it, there can be no meaningful development in the area now and years to come.
“I, therefore, call on all of you to throw your weight behind me for my lofty dreams to come to pass through your support,” she said.
The independent candidate appealed to all her supporters not to engage in any violent activities that could breach the peace being enjoyed in the constituency.
“I urge you all to be law abiding people to ensure peaceful elections,” she advised.
By Castro Zangina-Tong
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Government, GoldFields,reach agreement on Damang Mine
The Government of Ghana and Goldfields Ghana Limited have reached an amicable agreement on a transitional plan for the Damang Mine.
The operational modalities of the transition involve issuing a new 12-month mining lease to Goldfields’ subsidiary, Abosso Goldfields Limited, pending parliamentary ratification in
May 2025.
Under the new arrangement, Goldfields will resume open-pit mining during the transition period, safeguarding jobs and conducting feasibility studies to establish Damang’s reserves and mine life.
At the same time, the processing of existing stockpiles will continue under the supervision of a joint management team composed of representatives from the Government of Ghana
and Goldfields. The two parties will work in good faith to secure a successful transition and eventual transfer of a viable mine to Ghanaian ownership.
Both parties have agreed to advance discussions in good faith on the renewal of the lease for the Tarkwa mine, due in 2027, and pledged to work together to enhance Ghana’s
potential in the mining sector as a favourable investment destination,
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Ophelia Crossland appointed as new Creative Director of Nineteen57
In an exciting turn for Ghana’s fashion industry, celebrated designer Ophelia Crossland has officially assumed leadership of Nineteen57, the iconic menswear brand founded by her husband, Kofi Okyere-Darko (KOD).
This transition follows KOD’s recent appointment as Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President—a prestigious national role that reflects his continued service to Ghana on a global scale.
With this new chapter in public service, the reins of Nineteen57 have now passed to Ophelia Crossland, who will take on both the day-to-day operations and creative direction of the brand.
Ophelia Crossland, the CEO and founder of her eponymous womenswear label, brings over a decade of experience in luxury fashion.
Known for her keen eye for detail and mastery in haute couture, her leadership is expected to usher in a new era for Nineteen57—one that blends timeless African sophistication with modern sensibilities for the stylish gentleman.
“Nineteen57 has always stood for bold sophistication and African excellence,” said Ophelia Crossland. I’m excited to build on that legacy and explore new creative horizons with the team,” she said.
The transition marks a defining moment for the fashion power couple—Ophelia taking the creative lead in fashion innovation while KOD serves the nation in his new diplomatic role.
Together, they continue to elevate Ghana’s presence across fashion and governance.
