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The Upper West Parliamentary Caucus has called on contractors handling major road projects in the region to accelerate construction while upholding quality standards to ensure timely completion. This appeal followed an inspection tour on Wednesday of ongoing works on the Wa–Tumu and Han–Lawra roads, part of the government’s “Big Push” infrastructure initiative. The inspection was led by Dr. Sebastian Sandaare, Caucus Leader and Member of Parliament for Daffiama-Busie-Issa, al

A cross-section of NPP party executives and Elders Mr. Isaac Kaaraba Damwaa, the newlwy elected chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the Daffiama-Bussie-Issa (DBI) District, has convened a meeting with party elders in Fian to discuss their crucial role in the ongoing reorganisation of the party. The discussions centered on harnessing the elders’ experience and wisdom to guide the party’s strategic direction, reinforce unity, and foster progress. Key topics included

Residents of Polee in the Tanina Electoral Area of Wa West District have voiced strong frustration over the community’s prolonged lack of electricity, good roads, and essential social amenities. The absence of electricity has severely impacted daily life, especially for households and businesses that rely on power. One resident highlighted the costly burden of purchasing and charging power banks to keep mobile phones operational, attributing the community’s plight to years of

Dr. Hafiz Bin Salih- Former UW/UE Regional Minister Dr. Hafiz Bin Salih, former Upper West and Upper East Regional Minister, has expressed strong confidence in the newly elected executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) after the party’s successful internal reorganisation in the Upper West Region. On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the NPP concluded its regional-level elections, following earlier polls conducted at the polling station, electoral area, and constituency levels. I

Abdul Aziz Abdul-Rahman has retained his position as Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper West Region after defeating his sole challenger, Alhassan Kanton Alaska Braimah Nala, in the party’s regional executive elections held on Saturday August 15, 2026. Mr. Abdul-Rahman secured 173 votes, while Mr. Nala polled 86 votes, giving the incumbent a decisive victory and another term to lead the party in the region. Speaking to the media after the election,

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is today, Saturday, August 15, holding its regional executive elections as part of the party’s ongoing internal reorganisation ahead of the 2028 general elections. In the Upper West Region, 260 delegates are expected to cast their ballots to elect regional executives who will oversee the party’s activities and strengthen its structures across the region. The Upper West contest is expected to attract particular attention, with incumbent Regional O

Former Nandom Member of Parliament and former Minister for the Interior, Ambrose Dery, has declared his intention to contest the Nandom parliamentary seat again in the 2028 general elections. Mr. Dery said he had responded to calls from constituents and supporters, particularly those in Nandom, urging him to return and represent them in Parliament. Speaking in an interview, the former MP said he had prayed over the decision and had agreed to offer himself to the New Patriotic

The District Chief Executive for Wa West, Richard Wulo, has honoured outstanding students in the Wechiau-Bao community as part of efforts to promote academic excellence and encourage pupils to take their education seriously. The awards were presented to students who placed first to fifth in their respective classes. Prizes included school bags, exercise books, Soap and pomade. Special awards were also presented to students who excelled in Mathematics and other subjects. The O

Residents of Kparisaga in the Kpongu-Kparisaga Electoral Area of the Wa Municipality in the Upper West Region have appealed to the government to urgently rehabilitate the community’s main road and bridge linking them to Wa, the municipal capital. The residents say the poor condition of the bridge has become a major challenge, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall, when floodwaters overflow the structure and prevent residents from travelling into or out of the communit

The chief of Maase in the Dolimo Traditional Area says government must increase investment in rural sanitation despite progress made in his community to reduce open defecation. Speaking to Info Radio, Naa Dr Saaka Mwinimaana II said open defecation remains a major health threat and warned that many communities in the traditional area cannot yet be described as open-defecation free. "I have my doubts that that is the case," he said, referring to signs erected in some communiti