Ghana, Nigeria Clash in ACA T20 Qualifier Final

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April 29, 2018

Ghana locks horns with Nigeria in an epic final in the ACA Africa T20 North West Africa Regional Qualifiers at the Tafawa Balewa Square on Sunday, April 29, after both countries won their semi-final matches on Saturday.

Ghana, who played Gambia in the first semis won toss and chose to field. Gambia scored 59 runs, for 9 wickets while Ghana scored 60 runs, for 1 wicket in 7.3 overs.

Ghana won the game by 9 wickets and captain of the side, Isaac Otuafo Aboagye was adjudged Man of the Match. Isaac scored 31 runs, off 20 balls and took 3 wickets for 9 runs in 4 overs.

Nigeria, later in the day also defeated Sierra Leone by 7 wickets. After winning the toss, the host opted to field first. Sierra Leone scored 33 runs, all out in 7.5 overs, while Nigeria scored 34 runs, for 3 wickets in 3.5 overs.

Ghana and Nigeria will be meeting for the second time in the ACA competition and for the third time within two weeks in Lagos.

Ghana, in all those meetings have triumphed over their nemesis, including the finals of the ICC World T20 Africa Qualifier A in which they won by 4 wickets after a 73 runs, all out in 19.4 overs and 74 runs, for 6 wickets in 13.4 overs results on Saturday, April 21.

Speaking with Voltaonline Sports, Ghana’s Coach, Kodam Kofi Anefie said they have proven to be the best.

“We are certain of a win because we have shown everybody and everything that we are the best. We only pray that officiating will be excellent for both teams. Apart from that, we don’t have any problem.”

Ghana has over the years suffered several defeats from the hands of Nigeria and is working on clearing the entire deficit.

However, it will still be a difficult final for both teams, as the host will also come all out to prove a point on home soil.

Ghana Cricket has the support of Africa World Airlines and Bethel Logistics, as well as the government as they seek to continue their dominance in Africa.

By: Davis Nii Attuquaye Clottey/voltaonlinegh.com

GJA-Volta Marks World Press Freedom with a Business Development Forum at Nkwanta

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Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Volta Region chapter on Wednesday, April 25, marked the 2018 International Press Freedom Day ahead of the mandated May 3, with a business development caucus at Nkwanta, capital of the Nkwanta-South Municipal.

The forum formed part of GJA regional chapter’s flagship project to spur the founding, development and modernization of businesses in the Volta Region, with backing from the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) Volta-Eastern chapter.

The forum which was facilitated by the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) and the Nkwanta Municipal Assembly and themed, Reviving Local Industries, provided the platform for business people to interact with bureaucrats, business development officers and journalists.

Among the business people in attendance were cassava, yam and rice farmers and marketers, gari processers, traders, garage owners, dressmakers, carpenters and honey makers.

There were also representatives of the Ministry of Trade and Industries, National Board for Small Scale Industries (NBSSI) and Gratis, makers of light processing industrial machines.

Mr John Thasun, Nkwanta Municipal Chief Executive, (MCE), said agriculture is the bedrock of the economy of the area with about 140,000 population. The municipality which shares borders with Togo has a dual vegetation area; forested as well as deciduous and with a mixed climate.

The Municipality has sprawling valley bottoms and rolling hills and with an expansive National Park, Kyabobo- 360 square kilometers.

The area, experts say, has the capacities to be an expansive granary of the country and a tubers production haven.

The MCE believes these factors coupled with the government’s Planting for Food and Jobs and a cashew cultivation agenda, among other programmes including, artisans skill upgrade programme, would raise the economic stakes of the area.

Human Resource Manageress of Agya Appiah Bitters Limited, Mrs Tenkorang stressed the need for all businesses to be registered so they could be traceable and available for genuine business transactions.

Anthony Bells Kafui Kanyi, GJA Volta Chairman also emphasised the need for journalists to pursue stories that would bring up issues that negatively affect businesses, such as bad roads, credit sourcing, unreliable power supply among others for discussion.

Earlier, Journalists stopped over at Volta Red, an oil palm processing factory near Kadjebi, where the managers said business was good but wanted government’s support with some form of irrigation to considerably increase production on their farms.

Ghana will on May 3, host this year’s International World Press Freedom Day on the theme “Keeping Power in check: Media Justice and the Rule of Law.

By: Sepenyo Dzokoto/voltaonlinegh.com

Stigmatising People Living with HIV Cruel- Dr Ashinyo

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April 29, 2018

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The Volta Regional HIV/TB Coordinator, Dr Anthony Ashinyo has appealed to the public to desist from the discrimination and stigmatization of persons living with HIV.

According to him, labeling persons living with HIV as promiscuous, deviant and deserving of the epidemic is cruel and inimical to efforts and programmes to end the HIV epidemic.

Dr. Ashinyo said there are different ways that a person can get infected with HIV including use of non-sterile equipment, multiperson use of injecting equipment, through delivery, contact with body fluid, breastfeeding, and not just through unprotected sex.

He made this known at a day’s workshop organised by the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) to hold an interactive session with Health Reporters and Senior Editors from the Eastern and Volta regions on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at Ho in the Volta Regional capital.

The workshop aimed to increase knowledge on HIV and AIDS, focus on regional perspective and challenges in reporting on HIV and AIDS issues, share current information on the epidemic and progress made in the national response

Also, to empower media personnel to initiate more programs and stories on HIV and AIDS and update media on new terminologies used in writing HIV and AIDS news.

He said AIDS is not a deadly disease describing it as, “syndrome of opportunistic infections and diseases that develop as the body’s immune systems are suppressed due to HIV infection.”

He therefore, advocated for people to undergo tests to know their HIV status to take caution to remain negative if tested negative or get support (Antiretroviral therapy)to manage one’s status if tested positive in ending the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat.

Heart-Heart Ambassadors who were in attendance also added their voice to putting an end to discrimination and stigmatization of persons living with HIV.

They called for a change in how the epidemic is referred to in many Ghanaian languages, for instance in Ewe, “ Dikanaku” (Grow-lean-and-die) which suggest the disease is deadly and scare people from even attempting to know their status.

Meanwhile, technical coordinators of the two regions in briefs on regional response updated the gathering on the achievements of the Commission in their respective regions.

They included building capacity of focal persons to effectively coordinate decentralised response, use of social media to disseminate information among key stakeholders and reaching out to persons living with HIV, among others.

However, lack of financial resources, loss to follow-up, non-availability of lay counselors, lack of food and good nutrition to prisoners and false claim of HIV cure, etc were pointed out as challenges to ending the AIDS epidemic.

By: Ewoenam Kpodo/voltaonlinegh.com

Dogboe Becomes Ghana’s Youngest Ever World Champion

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Dogboe becomes Ghana's youngest world champ — Dogboe, Ghana's youngest world champ

Young Ghanaian boxer Isaac Dogboe has become the country’s eighth world champion after knocking out Jessie Magdaleno to claim the WBO Super Bantamweight/junior featherweight title.

The bout came off at the Liacouras Center on the campus of Temple University in Philadelphia, USA, in the early hours of Sunday.

Both undefeated boxers came into the fight with high hopes, after the pre-bout weigh-ins were dominated by foul words labeled at each other.

Dogboe had described his Mexican opponent as the “worst world champion ever” with Magdaleno also referring to the Ghanaian as a noise maker.

However, it was Magdaleno to have the better of the opening exchanges by handing Dogboe, a first round knockdown.

The 23-year-old recovered in the second round, combining a couple of jabs which proved too fast for the Mexican to handle.

The Ghanaian dominated the contest right from the second round and finally landed the winning punch in the eleventh round.

First, the ‘Royal Storm’ knocked Magdaleno down but the champion quickly rose to continue with the bout.

However, a second knockdown proved damaging as the referee had to stop the bout in Dogboe’s favour for a TKO.

The young Ghanaian boxer’s record now stands at 19 bouts, 19 wins, with no losses or draws.

Dogboe also becomes Ghana’s youngest ever world champion and eighth in history – after winning the WBO Super Bantamweight/junior featherweight title.

Source: yen.com.gh

Woanyah embarks on 5-day Thank You Tour

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April 28, 2018

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Newly elected Volta Regional Chairman of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Makafui Kofi Woanyah, has embarked on a five-day thank you tour to the twenty-six constituencies in the region.

His visit is to show appreciation to the delegates in the various constituencies following his landslide victory in the Regional Delegates Conference of the party held on Saturday, April 21, at Hohoe.

Mr. Woanyah has reiterated his pledge and readiness to work for the growth of NPP in the region through the provision of constituency offices and modes of transport in all 26 constituencies to facilitate party work.

“My administration would embark on building of offices in the first year and equip it with brand new pick-up to be able to link communities across the constituencies to enable maximum output.”

He made the pledge on his first day of the tour of the region. The tour which began on Thursday, April 26, had already been to Afadjato South through to Kpando, Biakoye, Krachi West and Nchumuru constituencies.

Mr. Woanyah, also the former Regional Organizer of the party, said he and his team will work to bridge the gap between the party and the government and called on all to put the last Saturday’s election behind them, forge ahead in unity in order for the party to retain power in the 2020 general elections

“Forgive me if I have wronged you in the heat of the campaign, it’s all over and we are one family. Hesitate not to call me with your suggestions and directions. I am going to be chairman for all NPP members.”

“The agenda 3/30 percent votes is on course. We shall do all we can together to increase the number of seat from one to three while ensuring that we increase our votes threshold to 30 percent,” he assured.

Krachi East Constituency Chairman, Christopher Yaw Ahenkorah (Castro) commended the Regional Chairman for the tour of the constituencies after the conference saying, it is a sign of good leadership.

“This visit is a proof of the cordial relations between your office and the constituencies. I am optimistic that you will soar higher in leadership considering the way you have begun.”

Meanwhile, the Regional Chairman who is touring the region in the company of his campaign team, led by David Nkabonam (Regional Youth Organizer), Elikem Sewordor (Director of Operations), Innocent Papa Gobah (Media and Public Relations Officer), Prince Adjorlolo, in charge of logistics and Emmanuel Quarshie (Special Aide), is expected to end the visit on Sunday in Keta and Anlo Constituencies, his home base.

By: Ewoenam Kpodo/voltaonlinegh.com

Teacher Trainees involved in Accident on Eastern Corridor Road

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April 27, 2018

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TTAG AGM Amedzofe — File Photo: TTAG Volta delegates at one of their conference

Teacher Trainees from the Volta Sector of the Teacher Trainees Association of Ghana (TTAG Volta) has been involved in a gory accident on the Eastern Corridor road.

The Accident occurred at about 8:00pm on Wednesday, April 25,2018 around Nkwanta in the Volta Region when the trainees were travelling to Pusiga in the Upper East Region to attend the 23rd Annual General Assembly of the Teacher Trainees Association of Ghana (TTAG) hosted by the Gbewaa College Of Education.

The Trainees were coming from the Amedzope E. P College of Education where they had their Sector General Assembly.

Information gathered indicated that, some six students sustained various degrees of injury and are currently receiving treatment at a nearby hospital.

In a related development, the SRC President of Gbewaa College of Education, met his untimely death through a motor accident few weeks to the General Assembly being hosted by his College.

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Seven Injured In Accident Ho

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April 27, 2018

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Some seven persons have sustained various degrees of injury in an accident that occurred on Wednesday, April 25 around Chances Hotel, Ho.

The accident happened when a taxi collided with a Kia truck fully loaded with iron rods at a crossroad on Sokode-Ho main road.

Three passengers with the driver on board the taxi with registration number: GR 370 T got severely injured. Also, the driver and two other passengers on board the truck with registration number: GR 4047-16 sustained serious injuries, particularly the driver.

voltaonlinegh.com has gathered from the scene that the truck loaded with the rod which was travelling from Wiliago Ventures, Sogakope to around Chances Hotel, Ho, had a failed break while descending from the Heavy Duty lane, some miles away from reaching its destination.

According to eyewitnesses, the driver of the truck reportedly gave signal, honked to the other cars trying to cross at the junction but the taxi driver (involved in the accident) ignored the truck driver.

The truck driver then lost control and veered off the road into an uncompleted gutter after colliding with the taxi.

Speaking to voltaonlinegh.com some drivers and road users who witnessed the accident were not satisfied with the response of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), complaining, the personnel were not swift at rescuing the victims.

“Even though they came, they didn’t come along with the necessary equipment to work with, that’s why they are still facing the challenges in rescuing the victims,” Emmanuel Dego lamented.

“The person’s leg is there for one hour now, if the towing car were to pull this car (the truck) his leg can be removed from there,” another driver sympathised.

“They called them, they bring their cutter e no dey work,” another eyewitness also said.

Attempts to get a reaction from GNFS on the issues proved unsuccessful, but the Ghana Police Service has commenced investigations into the accident.

BY:Albert Kuzor/voltaonlinegh.com

Ghana Stands Bye after Cameroon Victory

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April 27, 2018

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Ghana’s senior national men’s Cricket team stands bye on Thursday, April 26 after beating Cameroon via a Duckworth Lewis method on Wednesday at the ongoing ACA Africa T20 qualifiers in Nigeria.

Playing the 5th match of the single round robin tourney, Cameroon were all out for 54 in 15.2 overs after winning the toss. A slow downpour suspended play, resulting in the use of the DL method in determining the outcome of the match.

Ghana then scored 31runs, for no wicket in 4 overs. Kofi Bagabena and James Vifah scored 14 runs (off 17 balls), and 4 runs, (off 7 balls) respectively. Ghana therefore won by 26 runs in the first match of the day.

Ghana’s Kofi Bagabena was adjudged Man of the Match. He was superb in the bowling figures as he took 4 wickets, for 14 runs in 4 overs in addition to his batting performance.

Kofi Bagabena being adjudged Man of the Match

Mark Bawa took 3 wickets, for 29 runs in 4 overs followed by Michael Aboagye who took 2 wickets, for 3 runs, in 1.2 overs to wrap up the first innings.

The 2nd match of the day, between Gambia and Sierra Leone saw reduced overs, due to the bad weather condition. Sierra Leone, having triumphed over the Gambians, recently scored 102 runs, for 1 wicket in 10 overs and restricted the latter to 63 runs, for 7 wickets in 10 overs.

Sierra Leone won the match by 39 runs and will face Ghana on Friday, at the Tafawa Balewa Square at 1:50pm (12:50pm Ghana time).

Ghana, who just won ICC T20 qualifier A, still lead the table of the ACA Africa T20 with 6 points. They are followed by Sierra Leone, Gambia and Nigeria, who are all with 2 points each.

Thursday’s fixtures will however, see Sierra Leone against Cameroon at 9:30am, with Gambia facing host Nigeria at 1:50pm.

Ghana’s consistency in Africa calls for continuous support from the government, as Cooperate bodies like Africa World Airlines and Bethel Logistics exhibit their support for the team.

By: Davis Nii Attuquaye Clottey/voltaonlinegh.com

Man Caged for Stealing Electricity Cables

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April 25, 2018

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The Keta Circuit Court has sentenced one Bessa Achikpoh to six years in prison for damaging and stealing public property and issued a bench warrant for the arrest of another, Daniel Ashie.

The two have been accused of conspiring to cause unlawful damage and stealing property belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

The Presiding Judge, Kwame Polley, in his judgment on February 28, 2018, sentenced Bessa Achikpoh (1st accused) to six years in prison with hard labour and issued a bench warrant for the immediate arrest of Daniel Ashie (2nd Accused) who absconded during arrest.

The 1st accused was found guilty on all three counts of conspiracy, stealing, and damage of public property and was given a six-year jail term while a bench warrant had been issued for the areest of the seconnd, now at large.

According to the prosecutor, the accused on December 24, 2014 at Tegbi in the Volta Region, stole and damaged low voltage copper conductors belonging to the ECG and went to Anloga with three pelicans stuffed with pieces of cut cables to sell.

The Official Court Records indicated that a team of personnel from the Ghana Police Service were notified by ECG at Keta that items stolen were being offered on sale to a scrap dealer at Anloga.

The Police then laid ambush and effected the arrest as the two accused arrived at the scrap dealer’s shop to weigh and sell the stolen cables. Unfortunately, the second accused got away.

The first accused initially pleaded not guilty insisting that he was only present at the dealer’s shop on the invitation of his friend, Daniel to accompany him to Anloga. He claimed no knowledge of the mission or intent of the visit, saying, when he inquired from the second accused, he was told he would get to know when at the shop

The 1st accused prior to sentencing by the court, pleaded for mitigation saying, his wife had just delivered a baby, thus, he had a responsibility towards the innocent child. He also notified the court that he was a first time offender and pleaded with the court to temper justice with mercy.

By: Collins Anku/voltaonlinegh.com

Ankrah Honoured in Ghana’s Win Against Nigeria

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April 25, 2018

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David Nii Ashong Ankrah has been honoured with a Man of the Match Accolade after his fantastic performance immensely contributed to Ghana’s win against Nigeria on Tuesday, April 24 at the Tafawa Balewa Square at the ongoing ACA T20 Africa Cup, North West Africa qualifiers.

Ankrah scored 51 runs, off 29 balls, not out and took 4 wickets for 10 runs in 3 overs in the second innings, as Ghana for the third time in a row beat Nigeria by 15 runs in the Match 4, played in the afternoon.

The host won toss and chose to field. Ghana’s innings which had a scare from the beginning had a good fight back for runs, with good partnership between James Vifah and 3rd Batsman, Simon Ateak, after Rexford Bakum got out courtesy a Golden duck for Fateogu Chibuike.

Simon, after scoring 27 runs, off 38 balls, was bowled by I. Opke on the 10.6 overs. David Ankrah, came on at number 4, creating a wonderful 67 runs partnership with James Vifah, Isaac Aboagye and finally Julius Mensah to give Ghana 151 runs, for 4 wickets.

Ghana began the second innings well, taking 2 wickets in the first 3 overs. Good bowling from Vincent Ateak, David Ankrah, James Vifah and Michael Aboagye restricted the Nigerians, with more dot balls.

However, the host became better and scored some fantastic boundaries, 4’s & 6’s to close up the runs in the last 3 overs. Their efforts brought them to a score of 131 runs, for 7 wickets.

Simon Ateak was presented with a Man of the Match accolade for Ghana’s game against Gambia on Monday.

The ACA T20 Africa table has Ghana on top with 4 points, Gambia with 2 points, and Nigeria also with 2 points. Gambia earlier in the day had an upper hand over Cameroon, winning by 75 runs. Gambia scored 140 runs for 9 wickets and restricted Cameroon to 65 runs, all out in 16.4 overs.

Ghana, with support from Africa World Airlines and Bethel Logistics seeks to continue their fine form and also to keep their dominance in Africa.

By: Davis Nii Attuquaye Clottey/voltaonlinegh.com