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GH¢2m Illicit Drugs Destroyed In Tamale

Opioids · Tamale

GH¢2m Illicit Drugs Destroyed In Tamale

The illicit drugs being destroyed in Tamale The Northern Regional Taskforce, a local taskforce in collaboration with the Regional Security Coordinating Directorate, has seized and destroyed quantities of opioids and other illicit drugs worth over GH¢2 million in Tamale. The items include over thousand packs of 120 milligrams of tramadol, 715 packs of 225 […] The post GH¢2m Illicit Drugs Destroyed In Tamale appeared first on Ghanamma.com.See the Story

Mahama Calls for Quranic Values in National Development

Tamale · Tamale

Mahama Calls for Quranic Values in National Development

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-calls-for-quranic-values-in-national-development/President John Mahama urged Ghanaians to embrace Quranic principles of peace, compassion, and unity as foundations for national prosperity. Speaking at the 29th Annual Quran Recital at Tamale’s Bambawia Islamic Institute on July 12, Mahama praised the institute’s role in advancing Islamic educati…See the Story

Shatta Bandle Welcomes Third Wife Yakutatu In Grand Family Ceremony

Tamale · Tamale

Shatta Bandle Welcomes Third Wife Yakutatu In Grand Family Ceremony

Popular Ghanaian social media sensation Shatta Bandle has officially welcomed his third wife, Yakutatu, in a lavish family ceremony that drew significant attention in Tamale. The “Homecoming Ceremony” took place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Alhaji Dandawa’s residence in Sakasaka, Tamale—Shatta Bandle’s family house. The event was a vibrant cultural celebration, marking the formal […] The post Shatta Bandle Welcomes Third Wife Yakutatu In Grand…Read Article

Northern Ghana GJA Leaders Assume Office After Unopposed Elections

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/northern-ghana-gja-leaders-assume-office-after-unopposed-elections/Ny Solomon Gumah Tamale, July 12 –The Newly elected Northern Regional Executive Officers of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) have been sworn into office to lead the Association’s affairs in the region for the next three years. They were Mr Yakubu Abdul-Majeed, Regional Chairman…Tamale · Tamale Read Article

Seven out of 10 basic schools in Mion do not have classrooms and furniture - Ghana Business News

Mr Hamza Azindoo, the Mion District Chief Executive (DCE), said seven out of 10 basic schools in the district lack adequate classroom infrastructure and furniture, hindering quality education and preventing school dropouts. “Most of our schools are without proper classroom structures. Pupils study under trees or in makeshift sheds. Furniture is also a major issue, with many children sitting on bare floors during lessons,” he said. In an intervie…Education · Northern Region Read Article

GBC’s Maltiti Sayida Sadick awarded NExA Most promising Media personality

By Rebecca Ampah GBC’s Maltiti Sayida Sadick has been awarded Most Promising Media Personality of the Year 2025 by the Northern Excellence Awards (NExA) at its 7th edition in Tamale. She was awarded for highlighting underreported stories from Northern Ghana that influenced change. She was honored alongside members of Ghana’s Legislature who are impacting Northern Ghana through youth-led initiatives. Maltiti, who has reported on social justice st…Tamale · Tamale Read Article

Why citizens must demand accountability and not accept complacency

Civil society organizations attending an Open Government Partnership consultation in Lae have highlighted the need for active participation in ensuring transparency especially as we approach the 50th year as an independent nation. The post Why citizens must demand accountability and not accept complacency appeared first on Post Courier.Citizenship · Lae See the Story

Tamale Technical Institute showcases the potential of final year fashion talents

By Samuel SAM Tamale Technical Institute (TTI), in a colourful display of creativity and innovation, held the fourth edition of its annual fashion show and exhibition to demonstrate the creativity of its students. The show, which featured products of over 100 final-year students from the Fashion Design Technology Department, showcased student models wearing and displaying the local fabrics they had turned into classic outfits as part of their fi…Innovation · Tamale Read Article

Academic urges calm amid fire festival safety concerns following Bimbilla SHS student's death

An academic at the University for Development Studies has called for a more nuanced handling of fallout from a recent death associated with the fire festival.Northern Region · Northern Region Read Article

Sagnarigu MP Issah Attah Named Northern Regional Legislator of 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sagnarigu-mp-issah-attah-named-northern-regional-legislator-of-2025/Sagnarigu Member of Parliament Issah Attah received the Northern Regional Legislator of the Year award at the 2025 Northern Excellence Awards (NExA) ceremony. The first-term parliamentarian was recognized for constituency service and parliamentary contributions during the annual event…Tamale · Tamale Read Article

Fire Festival Shooting Incident Avoidable, Celebrants Ignored Warnings

Dr. Adam Bonaa, Acting Executive Secretary of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, has condemned the misuse of firearms during the celebration of the Fire Festival (Bugum Chugu) in Bimbilla, which resulted in the death of a student on Saturday, July 5. The deceased, Fatima, a student of Bimbilla Senior High School, […] The post Fire festival shooting incident avoidable, celebrants ignored warnings appeared first on Ghanamma.c…Northern Region · Northern Region See the Story