Tag Archives: Volta Region

Sokode SHTS Shut Down Indefinitely Following Violent Clashes

The Ghana Education Service (GES) in the Volta Region has indefinitely closed down Sokode Senior High Technical School following violent clashes between students and residents of the Sokode community. The confrontation, which began on Saturday, February 22, stemmed from unresolved disagreements and resulted in injuries on both sides.     …

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President Mahama Begins ‘Thank You Tour’ In Volta Region On January 24

President John Dramani Mahama will embark on a nationwide Thank You Tour starting this Friday, January 24, with the first stop in the Volta Region. This tour is part of the President’s commitment to express gratitude to the people of Ghana for their unwavering support and trust in him during …

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Volta Region: 119 Sacks Of “Indian Hemp” Intercepted

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intercepted about 119 sacks of Indian hemp at Dabala in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region of Ghana. The 119 sacks of dried leaves, which are suspected to be Indian hemp, were concealed in bags onboard a Ford …

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Dr. Bawumia Booed During Hogbetsotso Za Festival In Anlo

The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Dr Mahamadu Bawumia was at the receiving end of jeers at Anlo. This occurred during his address at the Hogbetsotso Za festival in the Volta Region on Saturday, November 5. In the speech, he touted the importance of the Anlo state to …

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Volta Region: Ho Residents Angry Over Flooded Stadium

Residents of the Volta Regional Capital, Ho, are unhappy with the state of the Ho Stadium which was recently used for the Volta Trade and Investment Fair. Their anger had stemmed from the flooding of the pitch of the stadium last Sunday, February 13, 2022, after a downpour. At the …

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Adaklu District Assembly Rejects DCE Nominee For The 5th Time

The Adaklu District Assembly in the Volta Region has rejected a nominee for the position of District Chief Executive for the fifth consecutive time. Juliana Kpedekpo who was the third nominee for the position polled 9 ‘Yes’ votes, against 10 ‘No’ votes when she was presented to the assembly for …

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Keta MP Attacked In Armed Robbery Incident

The Member of Parliament for Keta, Kwame Gakpey, has allegedly been attacked by armed robbers. Narrating the incident, the legislator said his brother called him to help as a business centre was being attacked. Upon reaching the scene, Mr Gakpey, who has been attacked for the third time in the …

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