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File Photo Residents of Babile in the Lawra Municipality of the Upper West Region are calling for immediate government intervention to address the hazardous condition of the long-abandoned Babile–Jirapa road. According to residents, the road, which was awarded for construction in 2008, has remained incomplete for nearly 17 years, transforming into a perilous zone that residents say has become a “death trap.” Speaking to Info Radio, the Regent of Babile, Vitus Kadoe Dapilah,

A Red Cross Volunteer Receiving a Certificate The Upper West Regional Branch of the Ghana Red Cross Society has convened a special gathering to honor its volunteers and renew their commitment as it prepares to enter the new year, 2026. The event brought together a diverse group of attendees, including seasoned volunteers, young recruits, partners, and key stakeholders, providing a platform to reflect on the achievements of 2025 and to energize the community for the year ahea

Upper West Regional Chair of Ghana Red Cross -Maria Johana Yuorpor Upper West Regional Chairperson of the Ghana Red Cross Society, Madam Maria Johana Yuorpor, has extended warm New Year wishes to the public, emphasizing the importance of self-betterment and compassion as Ghana enters 2026. Speaking at a gathering organized by the Upper West Regional Branch of the Ghana Red Cross Society on the eve of the New Year, Madam Maria called on citizens to strive to be the best versio

File Photo The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Wa West, Hon. Richard Wulo, has raised urgent concerns over the escalating prevalence of drug abuse within the district, highlighting it as a significant obstacle to sustainable development, especially among young people. Speaking during the Third Ordinary Meeting of the Wa West District Assembly, Hon. Wulo emphasized that addressing substance misuse is essential for meaningful progress in the district. The DCE noted that the

File Photo Residents of Chagpaala, a farming community in the Wa East District are raising urgent concerns over the community’s inadequate access to clean and portable drinking water. Speaking to Info Radio, Madam Rose Sangmeni highlighted that the community currently relies on just three boreholes, one of which is solely dedicated to Chagpaala Basic School. She emphasized that the government has not drilled any boreholes for the community, with the responsibility instead fa

File Photo The Kanyini Youth Development Association (KAYDA) successfully hosted its annual Homecoming celebration from January 1 to January 4, 2026, uniting community members, youth, and leaders in a four-day event dedicated to community renewal and youth development. The festivities, held under the theme “The Effect of Drugs and Substance Abuse on the Ghanaian Youth,” aimed to raise awareness about the rising concern of drug misuse among young Ghanaians. The event kicked of

File Photo The Lawra Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Honorable Soyelle Cecilia Nuratu, has issued a stern warning to residents of Babile, urging them to refrain from using public spaces, including the Babile market, as dumping grounds for refuse. She emphasized that such practices pose serious threats to public health and local livelihoods. Hon. Nuratu made the appeal during the inaugural National Sanitation Day clean-up exercise for 2026, held on Saturday, January 3. The ev

File Photo Residents of Sagu, a community in the Wa Municipality took the opportunity of this year's Sagu Yipaala Homecoming 2026 to voice pressing development needs, urging authorities to extend electricity services to newly developed areas and establish a community health centre. During the event, Mr. Victor Mombu, a prominent community member, highlighted critical challenges impacting the community. He noted that despite ongoing expansion efforts, several sections of Sagu

Sisaala West MP - Mohammed Adams Sukparu Presenting items to Beneficiaries The Member of Parliament for Sisaala West and Deputy Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Honorable Mohammed Adams Sukparu, has distributed 8,000 mini bags of rice (5kg each) and 4,000 pieces of wax print to more than 4,000 widows across his constituency. The presentation ceremony, held at the Sisaala West District Assembly in Gwollu, was marked by emotional scenes as benefici

Amatus Zuzie - Owlo Assembly member The Assembly member for Owlo, Honorable Zuzie Amatus, has expressed concern over ongoing challenges facing the community, highlighting the need for continued government support despite notable successes achieved through communal efforts. In an interview with Info Radio, Mr. Ametus acknowledged that the community has benefited from initiatives such as the provision of boreholes, which was supported by the former NPP Upper West Regional Chai