Author: Abongobi Media

Residents and traders along La Police Road and parts of Oko-Dan in Accra in the Greater Accra Region are facing growing difficulties as the 20 pesewa coin gradually disappears from daily commercial transactions.Although the coin remains legal tender, its use in small purchases has become increasingly problematic, creating inconvenience for both residents and traders.Residents say spending the 20 pesewa coin has become difficult, as many traders now refuse to accept it, citing low demand from customers and transport operators.Lydia Badu, a resident of La Police Road, recounted that after receiving several 20 pesewa coins as change for buying cassava and…

The Central East Regional Police Intelligence Department has arrested one suspect and rescued 46 victims, including a child, who were trafficked from several African countries to Ghana.The victims, comprising nationals from Côte d’Ivoire, Benin, Togo, and other French-speaking countries, were allegedly lured to Ghana under the pretext of being assisted to travel abroad.Police sources say the victims were held captive in a heavily fortified house located at Royal City, a suburb of Gomoa Buduburam, where traffickers reportedly extorted large sums of money from them and their families.Residents in the area described the rescue operation as dramatic, indicating that police officers…

The Government of Ghana is awaiting a £1 million grant from Spain to expand the fleet of Ayalolo buses, the mass transit service operating in Accra and surrounding areas.The announcement was made by the Minister for Local Government, who noted that the grant would support the acquisition of additional buses to improve service delivery, reduce passenger wait times, and ease traffic congestion in the capital.The expansion is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Ghana’s public transport system and ensure reliable and efficient mass transit for commuters. Source: Classfmonline.com

The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, has raised alarm over a viral video showing male students from Sakafia Islamic Senior High School and Islamic Senior High School in Kumasi openly displaying charms they claim give them spiritual protection.The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, shows some of the students revealing charms concealed beneath their school uniforms, while others openly exhibit them. The video has sparked widespread public reaction, with many expressing concern about student safety, discipline, and the growing incidents of violence and misconduct in senior high schools.Reacting to the issue, Dr. Apaak disclosed in a…

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reiterated the government’s commitment to modernising and expanding transport services to enhance accessibility and address challenges faced by commuters.Her remarks come amid rising concerns over a shortage of commercial vehicles, which has contributed to overcrowding and increased fare exploitation.Speaking at a meeting with transport sector stakeholders on Friday, January 16, the Vice President highlighted the government’s resolve to provide a smooth, efficient, and dependable transport system.She stressed that the administration is prioritising affordability and safety for passengers while strengthening both public and private transport operations. The Vice President assured stakeholders that support will be…

Staff of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition were allegedly assaulted by uniformed police officers while on official duty, following an incident involving a Ministry vehicle.The incident occurred when a Toyota Civilian bus with registration number GV-11, conveying the staff of the Ministry, was intercepted by officers travelling in a black pick-up vehicleAccording to eyewitness accounts, the police officers crossed the Ministry vehicle and ordered the driver to step out without providing any explanation.A video obtained by Classfmonline shows that before the driver could respond, one of the officers, who was wearing a striped polo shirt, slapped the driver…

In collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the Ghana Medical Trust Fund is partnering with Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital and ADB Ghana Medical Systems to deliver a state-of-the-art Catheterisation (Cath) Laboratory aimed at enhancing advanced cardiac care in the country.The facility, once completed, will enable life-saving heart and blood vessel treatments without the need for open surgery, significantly improving emergency response times for heart attacks, strokes and other complex cardiovascular conditions.With the core structure of the Cath Lab already in place, attention has now shifted to refurbishing the facility and installing modern, specialised medical equipment.Preparations are also underway to equip medical…

The Concerned Drivers Association has called for the immediate removal of the Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, accusing him of failing to deliver meaningful improvements in the transport sector.The Public Relations Officer of the Association, David Agboado, said the call is in line with President John Dramani Mahama’s vision to “rebuild and reset Ghana,” which he explained requires fresh ideas, decisive action, and strong leadership across all sectors.According to Mr Agboado, while many Ministers are making visible progress in their respective sectors, the same cannot be said for the Minister of Transport.“Most sectors are performing and improving in Ghana,…

The Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has been widely praised for demonstrating exceptional leadership and humanity after personally intervening in a road traffic accident at Essipong Junction on Tuesday night.The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m., just after the Essipong Junction, where a serious head-on collision had brought traffic to a standstill.Eyewitnesses say motorists and bystanders were unsure how to respond to the situation before the arrival of emergency services.According to witnesses, the DVLA Boss, who happened to be passing through the area, stopped at the scene and immediately took charge of traffic control and…

A former Ho Central Constituency Parliamentary Candidate and leading member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Rasford Delali Kasu, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for what he describes as a strong and transformative first year in office, saying the administration has successfully stabilised the economy and restored confidence in Ghana’s governance.Speaking on the one-year administration of President John Dramani Mahama, Mr Kasu noted that the economy, which he described as the backbone of both national and individual wellbeing, has seen significant improvement compared to what the president inherited upon assuming office.According to him, President Mahama took over an economy…