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Krachi East NADMO Extends Humanitarian Support to Nkwanta South IDPs

14Jul

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Krachi East NADMO Extends Humanitarian Support to Nkwanta South IDPs

The National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) in Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region has provided humanitarian support to internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Nkwanta South now seeking refuge in Krachi East. The gesture demonstrates solidarity and commitment to supporting those affected by tribal disturbances and displacement. The essential supply relief items, including food, clothing, and other necessities, to alleviate the IDPs' suffering and provide a sense of security and stability. Mr. Jonathan Dzunu, Krachi East Municipal Director of NADMO, emphasized the significance of supporting IDPs, citing substantial challenges, including limited access to basic necessities. He appealed for continued support for IDPs, stressing that the situation required a...

Nkwanta now ghost town, schools, businesses closed down

30Jun

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Nkwanta now ghost town, schools, businesses closed down

The Nkwanta township in the Oti Region has been plunged into a state of desolation, with social and economic activities grinding to a halt following renewed ethnic conflict between the Akyodes and Challas communities. The violence, which erupted last Wednesday, June 25, 2025, has claimed the life of a final-year student of Nkwanta Senior High School and left several others injured, including two female day students, who sustained gunshot wounds. All public and private schools in the town have been closed down to protect the lives of students and teachers and Nkwanta Senior High School was among those shattered, with arrangements for police escorts to ensure students' safe passage home. Many non-indigenous teachers have fled the town, adding to the sense ...

MCE joins forces with Regional Minister to boost security in Nkwanta South

23May

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MCE joins forces with Regional Minister to boost security in Nkwanta South

In a bid to enhance security and community safety in the Nkwanta South Municipality, Mr. Joseph Awal Antwi, Municipal Chief Executive has conferred with Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong, the Oti Regional Minister over pressing security concerns in the Municipality. The meeting highlighted the leaders' shared commitment to creating a secured environment for residents. By pooling their efforts, they aimed to develop and implement effective strategies to strengthen security and promote peace in Nkwanta South. During the engagement, relevant authorities, agencies, departments, and stakeholders were consulted to reinforce peace efforts. The collaborative approach demonstrated the determination of local leaders to address security challenges and ensure the well-being of residents. The init...

Nkwanta citizens filled with hope and optimism in President Mahama’s administration

7Jan

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Nkwanta citizens filled with hope and optimism in President Mahama’s administration

The citizens of Nkwanta South in the Oti Region are filled with hope and optimism as they eagerly await the fulfilment of promises made by President John Dramani Mahama, upon his inauguration as the new President. They have expressed the believe that President Mahama would deliver on his commitments and promises. In an interview with some citizens during and after the swearing-in ceremony the people told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that they believed that his promises to build a new hospital for the Municipality would definitely come to light. "The President has a proven track record of delivering on his promises," Mr Asare Kofi, a citizen said. Some other people said they were impressed by the new President's sincerity and passion, and so they had overwhelmingly supported him ...

Nkwanta South gets major boost with commissioning of seven-bed block

26Dec

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Nkwanta South gets major boost with commissioning of seven-bed block

Maternal healthcare in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region, has received a significant boost with the commissioning of a seven-bed maternity block at Keri. The new facility, initiated by the Gulf of Guinea Northern Region Social Cohesion (SOCO) project, aims to enhance the quality of care provided to maternal healthcare services to residents of Keri and surrounding communities. The commissioning ceremony was attended by various stakeholders, including the outgoing Oti Regional Minister, health officials, community leaders and residents. Speaking at the ceremony, Deputy Superintendent of Prisons (DSP) Mr. Daniel Machator (Rtd), emphasized the importance of access to quality healthcare, particularly for expectant mothers. He noted that the new facility would help red...