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File Photo Residents of Kolkpong, a predominantly farming community in the Wa East District have voiced deep concern over the escalating prevalence of drug abuse among the community’s youth, warning of the potentially devastating impact on the future of their young population. The widespread involvement of young people in drug use has ignited fears that many may become burdens on their families and society at large. During an interview with Info Radio, Mr. Salifu Hamidu, a l

File Photo The Ministry of the Interior has announced an extension of Ghana’s Gun Amnesty Programme (GAP) until January 30, 2026, providing a final two-week window for individuals to voluntarily surrender or register unlicensed firearms without fear of arrest or prosecution. The extension, which runs from January 16 to January 30, 2026, follows a positive public response to the initial amnesty period that commenced on December 1, 2025, and was scheduled to end on January 15,

File Photo Residents of Deriyiri, a farming community in the Manwe Electoral Area are facing an acute water crisis, forcing them to share their only water source with animals and risking their health. The community’s sole borehole frequently malfunctions due to pressure issues, leaving residents with limited options, primarily the nearby river, which is also a drinking spot for wildlife. Speaking exclusively to Info News, Mr. Kaara Gana a resident, highlighted the dire situa

File Photo The residents of Kolpeini, a farming community in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region, have voiced urgent concerns over critical deficiencies in access to potable water and electricity, prompting calls for immediate action by local authorities. Speaking to Info Radio, community members disclosed that their estimated population of nearly 1,000 relies solely on a single functional borehole as their primary water source. Located at the far end of the c

The Upper West Regional Fulani Chief, Alhaji Seidu Bukari, has issued a stern warning to cattle owners and the general public regarding the increasing trend of engaging unknown individuals to herd livestock. The Chief emphasized that this practice poses significant security and economic threats to the community.

File Photo Residents of Charikuuri, a farming community in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region have voiced growing concerns over the deteriorating condition of the community’s road infrastructure, which has severely hampered access to neighboring towns and essential services. The community's access roads are reported to be in a state of disrepair, becoming virtually impassable during the rainy season and isolating residents from critical healthcare, education

File Photo Residents of Jenkore , a farming community in the Manwe Electoral Area of the Wa East District of the Upper West Region are raising concerns over the deteriorating condition of their community’s road infrastructure. The community’s residents describe all connecting roads as being in a deplorable state, with several bridges broken and impassable, severely hindering movement and daily activities. Speaking exclusively to Info News, Abdulai Idris criticized the govern

The Wechiau Traditional Council has dissociated itself from the actions of a group of youth who recently prevented the Member of Parliament for the area, Hon. Peter Lanchene Toobu, and the District Chief Executive, Hon. Richard Wulo, from accessing the Wechiau Naa’s palace.   In a press statement issued by the Head Prince of the Wechiau Traditional Area, Naa Gomah Ahmed, on behalf of the Paramount Chief (Wechiau Naa), the Traditional Council described the actions of the youth

File Photo Residents of Babile in the Lawra Municipality are calling for the immediate activation of the community’s long-standing fire station, which has remained unused for over five years despite multiple fire outbreaks and urgent safety concerns. The fire post, completed in 2020, has yet to be put into operation, much to the dismay of local residents who have repeatedly appealed for its activation. During a recent community clean-up exercise, the Regent of Babile, Vitus K

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,