The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has launched a passionate defence of the party’s parliamentary candidate for Cape Coast North, Dr. Kwamena Minta Nyarku, urging constituents to resist the urge to “chop and change” their representative.

Addressing party faithful during a “Thank You Tour” in the constituency on Saturday, February 14, 2026, the veteran political operative, affectionately known as ‘General Mosquito,’ described Dr. Nyarku as a bold, confident, and knowledgeable leader who deserves another term.

“I know you have a good MP,” Nketia told the gathering. He advised that recent tensions and misunderstandings between the legislator and some party members should be set aside in the interest of progress.

Drawing on the popular Akan proverb, “Woforo dua pa a na yepia wo” (It is when you climb a good tree that you get support), he made a direct appeal for unity. His argument hinged on political pragmatism: retaining an MP allows them to climb the political ladder, and as they rise, they pull the constituency up with them.

“A constituency that frequently changes its MP falls behind,” he warned. According to Nketia, development is not an overnight venture. “Normally, when an MP starts planning and implementing development, changing him mid-stream thwarts his efforts. Longevity in Parliament translates into sharper lobbying skills and greater influence.”

The NDC Chairman’s visit was also a broader mission of gratitude. On behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the party leadership, he thanked the constituents for their dedication in securing the party’s recent electoral victory. “You have not been overlooked,” he assured them. “The President is diligently working to improve lives, and your role will be remembered.”

While acknowledging ongoing litigation that surrounded the MP’s candidacy in the 2024 elections, Nketia pointed to his ultimate victory as proof of popular support. He suggested that a unified front would make that margin even more decisive in the future.

In a final note that underscored his influential but non-authoritarian role, Asiedu Nketia clarified his intent. “It is not my duty to impose an MP on any constituency,” he stated. “But when I detect a viable path, my responsibility is to point it out to you. If you adopt that path, you will reap the benefits.”

Source By DC Kwame Kwakye

Mr. Michael Addo Kyeremeh, Manager of Accounting Advisory Services at KPMG Ghana, has introduced students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) School of Business to the critical importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting.

He described it as a cornerstone of modern accounting with significant relevance for contemporary businesses.

Speaking as a guest speaker, Mr. Kyeremeh stressed that ESG reporting has become a prerequisite and a mandatory requirement set by regulators to ensure that all businesses report on their sustainability initiatives. He highlighted that integrating technological tools in accounting is now essential to reduce manual stress, mitigate the risk of errors, and guarantee timely completion of work.

He was addressing participants at the CIMA Business Games, organized by the UCC School of Business’s Department of Finance, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Held at Auditorium 900, the event was themed “Tech-Driven ESG Reporting: How Digital Accounting Tools Are Powering Sustainable Business Decisions.”

Offering counsel to students on their future use of technology, Mr. Kyeremeh urged them to participate actively in projects related to ESG and sustainability. He also encouraged them to consider undertaking internships in this area to stay abreast of current industry trends.

The Chief Executive Officer of Multisoft Solutions Limited, who also spoke at the function, underscored the relevance of technological tools in ESG reporting. She revealed that her organization works for companies outside Ghana’s jurisdiction, contributing to time savings and reduced carbon emissions. “We do more online work,” she explained, adding, “We rely on online deployment, including online trading for clients.”

Prof. Daniel Agyapong, Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, attended the event and emphasized the importance of taking the lessons seriously. He requested that Prof. Kawor organize similar programmes for staff, highlighting the significance of the industry-academia link. He noted that participating in events like the CIMA Business Games enhances students’ teamwork skills, making them more relevant in the job market.

The Head of the Department of Finance, Prof. George Tweneboah, who opened the session, urged students to cultivate critical thinking and reminded them that this exercise constitutes part of their assessment for the course in Corporate Financial Analysis.

The host of the event, Prof. Seyram Kawor, an Associate Professor in Corporate Financial Analysis at the UCC School of Business, noted that his field involves understanding the nuances behind the figures and the stories they tell. He explained to journalists that one key area under scrutiny is the environmental and social impact of business operations, along with its subsequent effects.

Touching on the merits of the event, Prof. Kawor stated that it is incumbent upon the school to expose students to the current requirements of industry. “This is a practical session to blend what has been taught in the classroom with what industry also requires from students,” he noted.

He added that, in total, about 600 students are participating in this interface between industry and academia. “In all, about 600 students are here to sharpen their skills in critical thinking and to appreciate what happens in the real world,” he said.

As part of the event, students were given a real-world practical case and given 30 minutes to examine it, proffer solutions, and deliver a presentation to a panel of judges. This exercise is designed to ascertain the level of their mental acumen in relation to their future field of work.

Prof. Kawor concluded by applauding the resource persons and the media, and by celebrating the opportunity for students to interact with industry players to gain first-hand knowledge in finance. He appealed to other industry players to sponsor similar events to help mould students for the future.

Source By DC Kwame Kwakye

In a significant move to demonstrate affection and solidarity with incarcerated individuals, the Ankaful Main Camp Prison, in partnership with the Central Region Branch of the Ghana Tourism Authority, observed Valentine’s Day and National Chocolate Day with the prison inmates.

The event aimed to transform the prison environment through vibrant activities designed to facilitate inmates’ reintegration into the broader society.

Held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Ankaful Main Camp Prison Yard, the event featured poetry recitals, music, and inspiring messages of hope, which motivated the majority of inmates to remain optimistic about their future prospects despite their current circumstances.

Inmates were permitted to express themselves through spoken word performances and songs, underscoring the value of Ghana’s cocoa, love, redemption, and the opportunity for second chances in life. They also savoured a diverse array of melodious music and danced to their satisfaction.

Discussing the underlying drivers of such prison activities, the Officer-in-Charge, CSP Linda Apore, emphasized the Service’s transformative agenda, which is centered on the ThinkPrison360° initiative. She observed that Ankaful Main Camp Prison is spearheading this initiative through mechanized agriculture and skills development programmess, including irrigation farming, kente weaving, shoemaking, yoghurt and sobolo production, and more.

These activities are designed to equip inmates with the necessary skills, enabling them to lead meaningful lives upon release from prison. She underscored that these transferable skills, imparted to the inmates, would enable them to achieve self-sufficiency and leverage those skills for seamless reintegration into society, thereby leading meaningful and productive lives.

In a gesture of appreciation, CSP Linda Apore took the opportunity to showcase some of the prison’s products and expressed her gratitude to the Director-General of Prisons, Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, and the Central Regional Commander, Joseph Asabre, for their ongoing support.

The Central Regional Director of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Mr. Charles Kweku Buabeng, who also addressed the gathering, underscored the importance of demonstrating love through the distribution of chocolate to prison inmates. “This is a day of love and we are here to express the same to our comrades who unfortunately find themselves in this situation at present,” he observed.

On the rationale behind their charitable act, Mr. Buabeng stressed that it was society’s responsibility to remember the less fortunate and vulnerable individuals during such occasions. “Every year we visit the vulnerable segments of our society; previously, we have visited an orphanage, a children’s hospital, and this year we are visiting the prisons,” he stated. He emphasized that their primary motivation was to celebrate such occasions with those who genuinely require love and care.

Furthermore, he noted that they have been significantly motivated by the inmates’ enthusiasm and appreciation, and he pledged to strengthen their partnership with the prisons by promoting their products to tourists visiting the region.

Following the official speeches, the president of the Rotary Club, University of Cape Coast Chapter, and the Regional Director of GTA distributed bars of chocolate to the inmates and donated a water reservoir, handwashing containers, and dustbins to enhance prison conditions.

There was an interactive session designed to convey compassion, dignity, and the transformative power of love, thereby encouraging inmates to envision themselves as valuable future contributors to their respective communities.

Source By DC Kwame Kwakye

In a heartfelt display of camaraderie and care, the Ankaful Main Camp Prison Ladies Association (PRILAS) has marked this year’s Valentine’s Day and National Chocolate Day with a special welfare initiative for its members.

The event, dubbed the “Valentine Bonanza,” aimed to boost the morale of the station’s female officers by celebrating the season of love with tangible acts of kindness.

Held on Friday, 13th February 2026, at the Ankaful Main Camp Prison Church Hall, the programme was spearheaded by the Officer-in-Charge (OIC), CSP Linda Anyema-Ma Apore, and received significant support from the station’s PRILAS Kitchen.

The gathering brought together female officers dressed in their distinctive Prisons Service uniforms and vibrant PRILAS fabrics, united in a spirit of togetherness. The atmosphere was one of appreciation and sisterhood, a welcome break from their demanding duties.

A key highlight of the event was the presentation of a kente cloth to Sergeant Philomena Dadzie, who was awarded “Best Dressed Officer” for the occasion. The prize was presented by the station’s Acting Second-in-Command (Ag. 2IC), CSP Ernest Agyei. Following the presentation, all members in attendance received welfare packages, which included a branded pack of cooking oil emblazoned with “Main Camp PRILAS Valentine Bonanza” or a crate of eggs.

Addressing the gathering, CSP Linda Anyema-Ma Apore, Officer-In-Charge (OIC), underscored the importance of staff welfare and unity within the Main Camp. She noted that Valentine’s Day provides a meaningful opportunity to extend appreciation to the hardworking officers who remain steadfast in their duties.

The event was graced by special guests, including Superintendent Abigail Sackey and the Acting Second-in-Command, CSP Ernest Agyei. In brief remarks, they both encouraged the officers to continue giving their best and upholding the integrity of the Prisons Service.

Ultimately, the “Valentine Bonanza” was more than just a distribution of items. It served as a vital platform for bonding, shared laughter, and a strengthening of the bonds of sisterhood among the women of Ankaful Main Camp Prison.

Source By DC Kwame Kwakye