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The Upper West Regional Directorate of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced that almost 99 percent of the region’s population now hold active National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) memberships. Mr. Rashid Tindogo, Regional Director of the NHIA, revealed this milestone on Thursday, August 27, 2026, during the Authority’s 2026 half-year performance meeting. He described the high coverage rate as a significant achievement and a crucial step toward enhanc

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) in the Upper West Region says it is stepping up efforts to ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations among food vendors to prevent contamination and food-borne illnesses. Mr. Kelvin Dafaare, Regional Director of the FDA, told Info Radio that the Authority is working closely with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to guarantee that food production environments remain safe and suitable for human consumption. Mr. Dafaare emph

Mr. Seidu Kamwininaan Ibrahim Mr. Seidu Kamwininaan Ibrahim, the immediate past Upper West Regional Secretary of the Ghana Federation of Disability Organizations (GFD), has urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to prioritize skills training for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) before disbursing Disability Common Fund support to businesses. Speaking on Info Radio’s Info Weekend Watch, Mr. Ibrahim emphasized that equipping beneficiaries with relevant bu

President John Dramani Mahama has reassigned Hon. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo as Minister of State for Special Initiatives, as part of further changes to his government announced on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Mr Pelpuo, who previously served as Minister for Labour, Employment and Job Creation, has been replaced in that role by Hon. Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum. The changes were announced in a statement signed by the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications

Middle: Wa East MP - Dr. Godfred Seidu Jasaw The Member of Parliament for Wa East Constituency Godfred Seidu Jasaw, has undertaken an on-site inspection of the newly established health centre in Chaggu, reaffirming his commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure in the constituency. Mr. Jasaw lauded the project as a vital advancement for the Chaggu community’s well-being, emphasizing that it goes beyond mere construction. The initiative incorporates comprehensive healt

Mr. Nana Ahmed Sadat -Upper West Regional Communications Director of NPP Nana Ahmed Sadat, the Upper West Regional Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper West Region, has expressed concerns over inadequate resources hindering the party’s communication efforts. Speaking on Info Radio’s Tizien Yiri Yela, the newly re-elected director said his decision to run again was driven by his experience and past contributions to strengthening the party’s c

File Photo The Ga Electoral Area in the Wa West District now boasts a new Police Checkpoint, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing security within the community. Hon. Richard Wullo, the District Chief Executive for Wa West, speaking to Info Radio confirmed that police officers have been deployed to the checkpoint and are actively carrying out their duties. Plans are underway to construct an office and sleeping quarters to enable round-the-clock operations by the officers.

File Photo Residents of Wa- Mangu in the Wa Municipality are appealing to the Wa Municipal Assembly to urgently complete the long-abandoned Bonkperi Bridge, a critical link to the Wa New Market. The unfinished bridge project has exposed the community to severe flooding, with even brief rainfall inundating homes and farmlands in Mangu, Kambali, and Zendil. Each rainy season brings hardship, forcing school children and the elderly to be carried through floodwaters just to acces

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