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Torgbui Geli III, Planning Committee Chairman. By Courage Edwin Amenuda. The Somè Traditional Area has celebrated the 2026 edition of Somètutuza with a renewed call for unity, peaceful coexistence and collective efforts towards the development of the traditional area. The celebration brought together traditional rulers, citizens, friends of Somè and other distinguished guests as the people reflected on their history, cultural identity and the sacrifices of their forebears. In a welcome address delivered on behalf of the Somètutu Za 2026 Planning Committee, its Chairman, Torgbui Geli III, welcomed guests to the grand durbar and expressed appreciation for their participation. According to the address, oral tradition traces the migration of the ancestors of the Somè people through Ketu, Notsie, Tsevie, Ayigida and Keta before their eventual settlement in their present area. It stated that in 1792, conflict broke out between their forebears, then known as the Ketawo, and the Danes, who rep...

Speaking at the grand durbar of Somètutu Za 2026, Torgbiga Adamah III, Paramount Chief and President of the Somè Traditional Council, called for unified action toward local economic empowerment, infrastructure development, and improved collaboration between traditional leadership and government authorities. In his address, Torgbiga Adamah III underscored the necessity of prioritizing education, skills training, and entrepreneurship for young people in the Somè Traditional Area.  He appealed directly to professionals, business leaders, and development partners to invest in targeted initiatives, highlighting key growth sectors including information technology, agriculture, fisheries, and salt-based industries. Beyond economic growth, the Paramount Chief addressed environmental and social concerns confronting the municipality, identifying coastal erosion, potable water scarcity, and inadequate public facilities as critical challenges requiring swift joint action from the Traditional A...

Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, joined Torgbiga Adama III, Makorsor of the Some Traditional Area, and the chiefs and people of Some to mark the 2026 celebration of the Sometutuza festival at Agbozume on Saturday, September 26. ​This year’s celebration was held under the theme: “Harnessing the potential of youth for socio-cultural preservation, Economic prosperity and tourism development to foster peace and unity.” ​Addressing the gathering, Hon. James Gunu reaffirmed the government's commitment to tackling key infrastructure and development needs within the area.  He announced that the Some water system will officially be handed over to the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA) to address local supply challenges and ensure a reliable flow of safe drinking water.  He further assured residents that critical road networks in the traditional area are actively receiving attention. ​Demonstrating direct support for local development, the Regional Minister donated 10...

By Courage Edwin Amenuda Aflao, Sept. 24, 2026. Mr Ferguson Ahorlu has officially filed and submitted his nomination forms to contest the chairmanship position of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ketu South Constituency, outlining a wide-ranging agenda focused on party unity, grassroots empowerment, accountability and improved infrastructure. Mr Ahorlu submitted his forms at the NDC Constituency Office in Aflao at about 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, accompanied by members of his campaign team and supporters. The filing falls within the NDC's official September 23–24 nomination-filing period for its 2026 constituency executive elections.  Ahead of the filing, Mr Ahorlu and his supporters embarked on a tour of some communities in the Ketu South Municipality to formally announce his candidature and engage party members. The team began the tour from Kpoglu Junction and proceeded through Tokor, Denu, Adafienu and the Aflao Border area before returning to the party...

By Courage Edwin Amenuda Madam Xornam Favour Alayi-Hussey has officially filed her nomination to contest for the position of Women’s Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ketu South Constituency. She filed her nomination on Tuesday, September 23, 2026, as part of the party’s ongoing constituency executive election process. Her supporters described the filing as an important step in her bid to provide leadership for the women’s wing of the party in the constituency. According to her campaign team, Madam Alayi-Hussey has demonstrated commitment, loyalty and dedication to the NDC over the years and has remained actively involved in activities aimed at mobilising and empowering women at the grassroots. They said her decision to seek the Women’s Organiser position was motivated by her desire to strengthen the participation of women in the party and build a more united and vibrant women’s wing across the constituency. Her supporters have also called for a peaceful and is...

By Courage Edwin Amenuda Hon. Ibrahim Ayuba, Assembly Member for the Logove Electoral Area, has officially filed his nomination to contest for the position of Zongo Caucus Coordinator of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ketu South Constituency. Ayuba filed his nomination on Tuesday, September 23, 2026, at the party’s constituency office in Aflao, formally confirming his bid for the position ahead of the NDC’s upcoming constituency elections. His supporters say he brings extensive grassroots experience to the contest, having maintained close ties with party members and residents within the constituency over the years. They describe the Logove Assembly Member as humble, accessible and approachable, arguing that his longstanding involvement with grassroots politics and Zongo communities gives him practical knowledge of the concerns of the people he seeks to represent. According to his campaign team, Ayuba combines political experience with what they describe as “home knowledg...

  DENU, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026. Students from eight basic schools within the Somè Fugo Circuit of the Ketu South Municipality in the Volta Region have celebrated the 50th anniversary of Somètutuza with a colourful students’ durbar at the Denu Chicago Basic School park. The event, held on Thursday, September 17, 2026, formed part of activities leading up to the grand durbar of the 2026 Somètutuza Festival, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, at the Somè National Park in Agbozume. The students’ durbar was designed to introduce the younger generation to the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Somè Traditional Area while providing them with an opportunity to actively participate in the celebration. The children’s impressive display of traditional drumming, dancing, poetry recitals, drama and other cultural performances left parents, teachers and culture enthusiasts in awe, as they remarkably replicated several aspects of the main durbar. Eight basic schools participated in the e...

September 18, 2026 The Member of Parliament for Ketu South Constituency and Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has donated 2,000 bags of 60kg fertilizer to members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the three Traditional Councils in the Ketu South Municipality. The donation, which took place on Friday, September 18, 2026, was made at the forecourt of the Ketu South Municipal Assembly. As part of the distribution, each of the three Traditional Councils received 100 bags of fertilizer, together with 10 boxes of streetlights to support security efforts within their respective traditional areas. The remaining fertilizer was distributed among beneficiaries in the municipality, with each of the 41 wards receiving 15 bags, while each zone received 28 bags. Speaking during the presentation, Hon. Gomashie disclosed that she had previously been supporting individual farmers with fertilizer and described the latest intervention as the second time ...

  September 18, 2026. Mr. Simon Dogbey, popularly known as Abobby, has officially picked his nomination form and filed to contest the Other Youth Representative position in the upcoming Ketu South Constituency elections of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Mr. Dogbey, a member of the Community Centre–Adzrorvitame Branch, said his decision followed broad consultations with party elders, youth, branch executives and other stakeholders across the constituency. He explained that his decision to contest was motivated by his desire to bring his experience, energy and commitment to the service of the party, particularly in strengthening the youth front and contributing to the NDC's preparations towards the 2028 general elections. In his declaration of intent, Mr. Dogbey said the youth front remained an important platform through which he could contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of the party. "Together with my bosses, we shall reset the youth wing for victory ...

Mustapha Usman. By Courage Edwin Amenuda Denu (V/R) – The Denu Circuit Court has sentenced a 32-year-old Nigerian tricycle rider, Mustapha Usman, to seven months’ imprisonment for facilitating the unlawful entry of four Nigerian nationals into Ghana. Usman was sentenced to three months for migrant smuggling and four months for causing a false representation to be made, with the sentences to run concurrently. Usman, who appeared before the court without legal representation, pleaded guilty to both charges after they were read and translated into Hausa with the assistance of officers of the Ghana Police Service, Ketu Division. The court subsequently convicted him on both counts and ordered that he be returned to the custody of the Aflao Police Station pending his transfer to the Ho Central Prison. The four Nigerian migrants involved in the case have since been repatriated. Prosecuting, DSI Emmanuel Faith Otchere-Baffour, who held brief for DCOI Mark Asamoah-Boakye, Esq., told the court t...

September 18, 2026. The Assembly Member for the Blekusu Electoral Area in the Ketu South Municipality, Hon. Raphael Nukamewor, in collaboration with headteachers of basic schools in the area, has organised an educational talk forum aimed at inspiring students to make responsible choices and improve their academic performance. The forum, held on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the Blekusu R.C. Basic School, was held under the theme “Your Choice Today, Your Life Tomorrow” and brought together 475 students from the four public and private schools within the electoral area. The speakers included Dr. Bismarck Ledzi Gbologa; Madam Deladem Ella Mensah, an educationist and journalist; Pastor Godwin Agbodzi, a teacher and instructor; and Mr. Dumegah Bismarck Kosseme, a retired Navy officer. Headteachers, teachers and the Assembly Member, who are all natives of Blekusu, also participated in the programme. Speaking at the forum, Dr. Gbologa urged the students to always remember their background an...

AGBOZUME, Sept. 19, 2026. Thousands of residents of the Somè Traditional Area on Saturday took to the streets for a mega health walk to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Somètutuza, with a strong call for peace, unity and the preservation of the area’s rich cultural heritage. The colourful health walk, organised by the Somè Traditional Council, attracted close to 5,000 participants of all ages, including traditional leaders, political actors, youth groups and residents from communities within and around the Somè Traditional Area. The initiative formed part of activities marking the Golden Jubilee of Somètutuza and was aimed at promoting peace, unity and healthy living ahead of the grand durbar scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026. The walk began at Agbozume, passed through Nogokpo and the principal streets of Klikor, before ending at the Agbozume Lorry Park. Participants sang songs of peace, harmony and togetherness throughout the walk, while organisers used the occasion to enc...

Hon Ferguson Ahorlu. By Courage Edwin Amenuda. Ketu South, September 15, 2026. Mr. Ferguson Ahorlu, the incumbent NDC Constituency Organizer and Municipal Director for the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) in Ketu South, has officially picked up his nomination forms to contest the Ketu South Constituency Chairmanship of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Running under the campaign slogan "RESET. YES WE CAN!" and the Ewe slogan "Wodorwornawo; Adzeyowome!", Mr. Ahorlu outlined a comprehensive policy agenda focused on structural reform, grassroots empowerment, and accountable leadership to consolidate the constituency’s standing as the party's "World Bank." Key Policy Highlights & Vision:  Grassroots Empowerment & Welfare: Decentralizing party welfare to the ward level, hosting empowerment seminars, and offering direct support to branch executives, with a specific focus on the youth and women’s wings. Structural Collaboration ...

By Courage Edwin Amenuda. September 16, 2026. DENU, KETU SOUTH — The Denu Chicago Basic School in the Ketu South Municipality has received a new four-unit modern toilet facility, following a joint intervention by the Ras Muta Foundation and the Denu Nugoryiyi Foundation. The facility was handed over to the school on Wednesday by the Ras Muta Foundation, led by Mr. Seth Sizzla Nyasorgbor, and the Denu Nugoryiyi Foundation, led by the Assembly Member for the Denu Electoral Area, Hon. Israel Selikem Bossman. Speaking at the handover ceremony, the Headmaster of the school, Mr. Prosper Mensah, said the school had struggled with the lack of an appropriate toilet facility for several years despite numerous consultations and efforts to address the problem. Mr. Prosper Mensah, the Headteacher. According to him, the situation had posed serious safety and logistical challenges to both pupils and teachers. Mr. Mensah explained that pupils were sometimes compelled to leave the school premises to us...