A 57-year-old Ghanaian man, identified as Yaw Boahene, has died in New York City after the shopping bag he was carrying became caught in the closing doors of a subway train in Brooklyn.
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The incident happened shortly before 6 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Utica Avenue station in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where Boahene was reportedly exiting a northbound A train.
According to police, the bag became trapped as the train doors closed. When the train began moving, Boahene was dragged toward the tracks and fell onto the roadbed.
Emergency responders found him unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police identified the victim as 57-year-old Yaw Boahene. Reports said he was a Brooklyn resident, with authorities continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority referred questions about the incident to the New York Police Department. The train operator and conductor were removed from service while the investigation continued, according to the Associated Press.
Authorities have said there was no indication of criminality in the incident at this stage. The city’s medical examiner will determine the official cause of death.
The fatal incident has renewed attention on subway safety, particularly the risks associated with passengers or belongings becoming caught in train doors as trains prepare to leave stations.
Boahene’s death has also prompted concern among members of the Ghanaian community following reports identifying him as Ghanaian.
Investigations into exactly how the bag became trapped and the circumstances surrounding the train’s departure are ongoing.
Private citizen Samson Asaki Awingobit has petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to suspend further construction of the US$1.3 billion Sentuo Airport Garden City Project in Accra, pending a comprehensive national-security assessment.
The petition, dated September 23, 2026, follows President Mahama’s September 15 sod-cutting ceremony for the mixed-use development being undertaken by Sentuo Group at 10 Giffard Road in the Airport Residential Area.
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According to the petition, Awingobit is not opposed to foreign direct investment or Chinese investment in Ghana. His concern, he says, is specifically the strategic location, scale and configuration of the proposed development and its proximity to military, defence, national-security and aviation installations.
The project is expected to comprise approximately 582 premium apartments, a 600-room hotel, a 2,500-capacity conference facility, healthcare facilities, a modern shopping mall, landscaped gardens, parking facilities and other commercial and leisure amenities.
Awingobit argues that the scale of the development requires scrutiny beyond ordinary planning and commercial considerations. He has raised questions about whether the Ghana Armed Forces, Ministry of Defence, national-security authorities, Ghana Police Service, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and other relevant institutions have conducted a comprehensive assessment of the project’s location, proposed height, design, technology infrastructure and access arrangements.
The petitioner also wants authorities to examine potential security issues involving surveillance systems, CCTV infrastructure, cybersecurity, security-control rooms, data storage, access to restricted areas and the vetting of personnel who may work within the completed complex.
He further called for a review of the project’s proposed residential and commercial tenancy arrangements, including beneficial-ownership checks, source-of-funds due diligence and mechanisms for identifying and vetting occupants and corporate tenants.
In his petition, Awingobit cited examples from other jurisdictions involving criminal investigations connected to properties and commercial facilities, while stressing that such cases should not be interpreted as evidence against Chinese investment generally.
He said the broader lesson Ghana should draw is the importance of due diligence, tenant screening, cybersecurity controls, financial scrutiny, law-enforcement access and continuous security oversight when major private developments are located near strategic national assets.
Among his requests, Awingobit is asking President Mahama to suspend further construction pending a multi-agency security assessment involving relevant defence, security, aviation and government institutions.
He is also calling for a strategic land-use review to determine whether the project’s proposed height, density, orientation and location are compatible with the security requirements of nearby defence, government and aviation installations.
The petition further requests a counter-surveillance assessment, enhanced beneficial-ownership and source-of-funds checks, security vetting arrangements, cybersecurity safeguards and appropriate oversight by Ghanaian security agencies.
Awingobit emphasised that his petition is not an objection to the US$1.3 billion investment itself. He said his concern is whether the specific location and configuration of the development have received sufficient national-security scrutiny before construction advances to a stage where modifications could become difficult or costly.
The Sentuo Airport Garden City project was officially launched on September 15, 2026, with President Mahama describing the development as part of the transformation of the Airport enclave. Government has also highlighted the need for local participation, including opportunities for Ghanaian engineers, architects, artisans, technicians, suppliers and businesses.
The petition now places the project’s strategic location and security implications before the President and relevant state institutions for consideration.
A group of women gathered in Accra on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to demand the release of detained senior nursing officer Salomey Awiti Baffoe, calling on President John Dramani Mahama to intervene in the ongoing case.
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The demonstration comes amid growing public calls for the release of Baffoe, who has been in custody in connection with the case involving the “Ghana Jollof” TikTok account.
According to reports from the protest, the women gathered at the AMA Park and called for Baffoe’s immediate release, while giving President Mahama 24 hours to act on their demand.
Baffoe, a 40-year-old Senior Nursing Officer from Techiman, was arrested on September 13 and is facing a charge of abetment of crime relating to the alleged publication and circulation of false news. She has pleaded not guilty to the charge.
The allegations against Baffoe have not been established in court. The Accra High Court on September 24 refused her bail application, with the court citing the cyber-related nature of the investigation and concerns about possible interference with witnesses. The court directed the Republic to expedite its investigations.
Baffoe is expected to return before the Adentan Circuit Court on September 30, 2026.
The latest demonstration adds to calls from supporters and community members for Baffoe to be released on bail while the case proceeds through the courts.
GhanaMedia.net will continue to follow developments surrounding the case and the response to the protesters’ demand.
The deployment of road construction machinery under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) is coming under renewed scrutiny following the stalling of road works in parts of the Bekwai Constituency over a lack of fuel.
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The issue has emerged on the Dotom-Koniyaw-Kokotro road, where a DRIP machine deployed by the Assembly reportedly stopped operating after exhausting its fuel supply.
The development prompted Bekwai MP Hon. Ralph Poku-Adusei to release GHS 30,000 to support the purchase of fuel and facilitate the continuation of reshaping works.
The money is being distributed among Dotom, Koniyaw and Kokotro, with each community receiving GHS 10,000 towards the immediate fuel requirement.
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But beyond the immediate intervention, the situation has triggered a wider discussion about how DRIP machinery is financed and maintained at the local level.
Hon. Poku-Adusei argued that the availability of road equipment alone is insufficient if Assemblies lack the resources required to keep the machines operational.
He recalled that DRIP was introduced under the previous administration to equip Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies with machinery to address poor road networks, alongside arrangements intended to support the operation of the equipment.
According to the MP, the current situation has left Assemblies increasingly dependent on their Internally Generated Funds and community contributions to provide fuel for DRIP operations.
He said this creates difficulties for rural communities whose financial capacity is already limited.
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The Dotom-Koniyaw-Kokotro situation, he argued, illustrates the challenge: machinery is available, but road works can still grind to a halt when there is no money to fuel it.
The MP said the irony was particularly striking because he had personally spent GHS 160,000 in 2024 to undertake road works on the same stretch before DRIP machines became available.
His latest GHS 30,000 intervention, therefore, represents another emergency response to a road that continues to require attention two years after the initial intervention.
Hon. Poku-Adusei maintained that repeated emergency interventions cannot replace a sustainable financing arrangement for rural road maintenance and construction.
He further disclosed that discussions are ongoing to get contractor B. Beniako back to site to complete the road project, which was reportedly awarded in 2019.
The MP stressed that reshaping could only provide temporary relief and that the ultimate objective should be the construction and tarring of the road.
The funding challenge also has broader implications for rural communities, where road conditions directly affect the movement of agricultural produce, access to healthcare, education and commercial activity.
For Dotom, Koniyaw and Kokotro, the immediate priority is to get the DRIP machine working again.
But the episode has also brought into focus a larger question: how can rural road programmes remain operational when the machinery is available but the resources needed to run it are not?
The answer, for stakeholders in the affected communities, may determine whether DRIP becomes a sustainable rural-road solution or remains dependent on periodic emergency interventions.
Former Deputy Minister for Communications Victoria Lakshmi Hammah has defended Ghana’s First Lady, Lordina Dramani Mahama, following criticism of her English-language delivery during recent public engagements.
Hammah, in a social media post on September 24, 2026, argued that the First Lady should not be judged primarily by her ability to speak flawless English. She wrote that the First Lady’s responsibility is to serve the Ghanaian people rather than demonstrate mastery of the English language.
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Her comments followed criticism on social media after clips of Lordina Mahama’s public appearances circulated online, with some users questioning her command of English.
Hammah said Ghana should reconsider what she described as an excessive focus on “good English.” She also described the country’s expectation of flawless spoken English as a “colonial hangover,” arguing that language proficiency should not be the main measure of a public official’s ability to serve.
The former Deputy Communications Minister further referenced her own experience in the Czech Republic, where she said English was not the dominant language, to illustrate her point about communication across different linguistic environments.
Lordina Mahama accompanied President John Dramani Mahama to New York for the 81st United Nations General Assembly in September 2026. The Presidency has also highlighted her participation in high-level engagements focused on women’s health, empowerment and development.
The debate has since generated discussion online about the expectations placed on public officials and spouses of political leaders regarding public speaking, language proficiency and representation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on Ghana and 46 other countries to protect their citizens from being drawn into Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 23, 2026, Zelenskyy said Russia was using citizens from 47 countries in the conflict, specifically naming Ghana, Nepal, Tajikistan, India, Yemen, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Cuba, Belarus, Sudan and South Africa among others.
Zelenskyy said Ukraine had encountered foreign nationals on the battlefield and had received requests from some countries concerning prisoners of war. He urged representatives of the affected countries to protect their citizens and prevent them from being drawn further into the conflict.
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“We know that Russia uses citizens of 47 countries in its war,” Zelenskyy said, according to the official transcript of his UN address. He alleged that some foreign nationals had ended up in Russia through what he described as “deception and tricks.”
Ghana has already been dealing with the issue of its nationals being recruited for the Russia-Ukraine war. In July, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the government was investigating alleged criminal recruitment networks after 272 Ghanaian nationals were reportedly drawn into the conflict through fraudulent overseas employment schemes. At that time, 55 deaths and two Ghanaian prisoners of war had been reported.
By August, Ablakwa said the reported number of Ghanaian deaths had risen to 62, with 15 Ghanaians still missing. Ghana also appealed to Moscow to end what it described as illegal recruitment of its citizens for the war.
The Ghanaian government has said it is investigating recruitment networks and working with foreign authorities to establish the identities and welfare of affected nationals. The government has also urged Ghanaians to verify overseas employment opportunities before travelling.
The latest remarks by Zelenskyy therefore come against an already documented Ghanaian government effort to address the recruitment and trafficking of Ghanaians into the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Ministry also addressed the recruitment and trafficking of African youth into the war during recent diplomatic discussions with Germany.
It is important to note that Zelenskyy’s statement is an allegation by the Ukrainian president about the use of citizens from 47 countries; it does not mean that the governments of all 47 countries have authorised their citizens to fight for Russia.
Telecel Ghana has concluded its annual SME Month celebrations with a successful Telecel Business Runway in Takoradi, the first time the flagship business showcase has been held outside Accra.
Held under the theme “Connect to Growth: Unlock More,” the Takoradi edition convened more than 300 established SMEs, start-ups, young entrepreneurs, financial advisers, investors and digital enablers for a full day of training, mentorship, market exposure and cashless commerce.
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Welcoming participants, Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai, CEO of Telecel Ghana, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting SME growth through reliable connectivity, competitive packages and solutions that equip businesses to pursue opportunities globally.
“This year, Telecel is investing over 500 million cedis in network expansion and reliability. Despite fibre cuts along the Cape Coast–Winneba road caused by road construction and vandalism, Telecel has secured alternative fibre routes to ensure reliable connectivity to the Central and Western Regions,” she said.
Dr. Daniel McKorley, Chairman of the McDan Group of Companies and keynote speaker at the Telecel Business Runway, emphasized that the right business model, people and technology are essential tools for SME growth.
“Money, technology and people are all connected to unlock growth. With good people but no systems, you can fail; with money but the wrong people, you can lose it all; and with technology but nounderstanding of the business, you will be inefficient. A clear business model, the right people and the right technology make a business much easier to grow. Entrepreneurship is a journey that requires discipline and integrity, and your integrity must be upright,” he said.
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Providing a regional perspective, the Special Guest of Honour Hon. Joseph Nelson, Western Regional Minister, highlighted the region’s strong prospects across the Takoradi Port, oil and gas, mining, agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, tourism and logistics, as well as the entrepreneurial potential of its young population.
“It is our collective responsibility to ensure that these opportunities translate into businesses, jobs and wealth for the people of the region. I commend Telecel Ghana for bringing the Telecel Business Runway,which climaxes its SME Month activities, to the Western Region. Decentralising such business initiatives promotes inclusivity and opens opportunities across the SME ecosystem,” he said.
The Runway featured an interactive panel session with Panyin Osei-Barnieh, General Manager of Chemsolv; Rebecca Odro, Managing Director of Akroma Plaza; Dr. Clement Ansah of Consolidated Bank Ghana; and Eric Amo Jone, Senior Revenue Officer at the Ghana Revenue Authority. The panelists shared practical insights on entrepreneurship, funding and tax compliance. Other highlights included an SME product exhibition and Creatorthon, a masterclass on digital visibility and business growth.
The 2026 SME Month builds on previous editions that focused on capacity-building, women’s and youth entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence training and business showcases.
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• Accra workshop highlights how end-to-end solutions, network visibility and proactive fault detection can help build safer, more resilient power infrastructure.
• A system-wide approach combining cable expertise, services, monitoring, asset protection and fault detection.
• A shared ambition: safer grid, stronger visibility and better-informed operational decisions.
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ACCRA, September, 25Th 2026, Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana Ltd, the leader in the manufacturing of safe and quality cables in Ghana, has convened energy and industrial stakeholders for its first Grid Reliability Workshop, bringing together representatives from power generation, transmission and distribution, mining and industrial sectors, to explore practical ways to strengthen the reliability and resilience of Ghana’s electrical infrastructure.
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Held under the theme “Grid Reliability – The Shift from Products to End-to-End Solutions,” the workshop highlighted the need to move beyond high-quality components towards integrated solutions that enhance network reliability and resilience. Discussions explored how reliable cable systems, real-time monitoring, smart anti-theft solutions and proactive fault detection can improve asset performance, anticipate disruptions and enable better-informed operational and investment decisions, while addressing the evolving needs of Ghana’s energy sector.
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“For nearly six decades, Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana has played a key role in supporting the country’s energy and industrial development. Today, we are taking this commitment further by moving beyond cable manufacturing to deliver end-to-end solutions that make power networks more reliable, resilient and intelligent. By combining our deep understanding of the Ghanaian market with Nexans’ global expertise and innovation capabilities, we aim to help our customers improve network performance, anticipate failures and build infrastructure that supports Ghana’s long-term growth,” said Alexander Quarcoopome, CEO of Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana.
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Moussa Kafal, Nexans group Global Offer Grid Senior Manager, joined local stakeholders to share perspectives on integrated grid solutions and the role of network observability. The sessions examined three complementary priorities: building networks correctly from the design and specification stage; making assets and network conditions visible; and translating that visibility into timely decisions throughout the asset lifecycle.
“A more reliable grid starts with getting the fundamentals right, but it also requires visibility into what is happening across the network. When operators can detect emerging issues earlier and use better data to guide decisions, they are better equipped to protect assets and maintain service continuity.” Said Moussa Kafal, Nexans Global Offer Grid senior manager.
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The event created space for utilities, industrial customers and technical experts to exchange experience on their operational challenges and discuss approaches suited to local conditions.
“Improving grid reliability requires sustained collaboration across the electricity value chain. Exchanges like this create an opportunity to share operational experience and examine technologies and practices that could help strengthen network performance”, said Mr Adofo, Director of Innovation & Strategic Business Management, Electricity Company of Ghana.
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As a pioneer in the industry, Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana is evolving beyond its role as a manufacturer and supplier of reliable electrical cables and services. We are an end-to-end solutions partner, helping customers improve asset performance, gain greater visibility over their infrastructure, and make better-informed operational and financial decisions.
Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to supporting customers and industry partners with safe, reliable cable systems and integrated solutions designed for long-term network performance
Electricity no get leg, ibi Nexans Kabelmetal cable dey carry am.
About Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana Ltd
Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana Ltd (NKG) stands as a cornerstone in Ghana’s cable manufacturing industry, combining over five decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and quality. Established in 1968, NKG was the first cable manufacturer in the region and remains a leading producer of electrical cables in Ghana.
With the factory situated in Tema, NKG operates under stringent international standards like IEC and also holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018 certifications. These certifications underscore the company’s dedication to quality management, environmental sustainability, and occupational health and safety.
NKG’s diverse product range meets the demands of various sectors, including energy, housing, infrastructure, construction and mining . Our offerings are but not limited to Building Wire, Building cables, Bare Conductors, Armored cables, Aerial LV cables, Solar cables, Flat cables, HFFR, Control cables, and on customer specifications and requests.
Nexans is the global pure player in sustainable electrification, building the essential systems that power the world’s transition to a connected, resilient, and low-carbon future. From offshore and onshore renewable energies to smart cities and homes, Nexans designs and delivers advanced cable solutions, accessories and services that electrify progress safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
With over 140 years of history, through three core businesses: PWR Transmission, PWR Grid, and PWR Connect, Nexans blends deep industry expertise with cutting-edge innovation to accelerate the energy transition, and better meet its customers’ needs. Its unique E3 model, focused on Environment, Economy and Engagement, drives every action, aligning performance with purpose.
Nexans operates in 39 countries with 12,830 people and generated €6.1 billion in standard sales in 2025. Nexans is committed to Net-Zero emissions by 2050 aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and expanding energy access through the Fondation Nexans.
Nexans is listed on Euronext Paris, Compartment A.
Ghana’s cocoa sector is set for a major financing shift as Cocoa Capital PLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), moves to raise up to GHS16.3 billion through a new Domestic Cocoa Notes Programme.
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Under the programme, GHS14 billion will be raised through Commercial Paper to support short-term liquidity needs for cocoa purchases during the 2026/27 crop season, while another GHS2.3 billion will come through medium- to long-term bonds aimed at refinancing existing COCOBOD legacy debt.
The initiative, announced on 25 September 2026, forms part of the Government’s cocoa-sector reset agenda and is designed to establish a more sustainable financing structure for cocoa purchases while addressing legacy financial obligations.
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Cocoa Capital PLC says it has already received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to raise funds through Ghana’s domestic debt capital market. The Commercial Paper will be issued in tranches over the coming weeks, depending on cocoa financing requirements and market conditions.
Repayment will be supported by receivables from selected executed cocoa forward-sale contracts assigned to Cocoa Capital PLC, with proceeds channelled through designated ring-fenced accounts.
The programme’s bookrunners are Absa Bank Ghana Ltd, Cal Bank PLC, Fincap Securities Ltd, GCB Bank PLC, One Africa Securities Ltd and Stanbic Bank Ghana Ltd.
Accra, Ghana — NESCAFÉ has launched the Real Vibes Text & Win Promo, an exciting consumer promotion designed to reward loyal coffee lovers and bring the brand’s My Coffee, My Vibe experience even closer to consumers across the country.
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Running from September to December, the promotion gives consumers the opportunity to enjoy their favourite NESCAFÉ coffee while standing a chance to win exciting prizes, including phones, motorcycles, airtime and the ultimate grand prize—an electric SUV.
Speaking at the launch, Lily Ntim, Category Development Manager for NESCAFÉ, said the promotion reflects NESCAFÉ’s commitment to creating, rewarding and memorable experiences for consumers. “Today, we are excited to introduce the NESCAFÉ Real Vibes Text & Win Promo, a campaign designed to bring the My Coffee, My Vibe experience even closer to our consumers,” she said.
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She added that the campaign is not only about prizes, but also about celebrating the everyday moments consumers enjoy with their coffee. “This promotion is all about rewarding our loyal coffee consumers and giving them even more reasons to enjoy their favourite coffee every day. It is simple, exciting and rewarding,” Lily noted.
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To participate, consumers simply need to purchase five promotional sachets, look out for the unique codes, and enter the codes by dialing *380*9#. Once submitted, consumers stand a chance to win prizes throughout the campaign period.
The promotion will also feature draws across five locationsacross the country, creating excitement, visibility and opportunities for consumers in different parts of the country to be part of the NESCAFÉ Real Vibes experience.
“Through the Text & Win Promo, we are not only rewarding consumers; we are strengthening the connection between NESCAFÉ and the people who choose us every day. It truly brings the My Coffee, My Vibe spirit to life,” Ms. Ntim said.
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Consumers are encouraged to buy five promotional sachets of Nescafe 3 in 1, text their codes through *380*9#, and take part for a chance to become the next lucky winner. The more consumers participate, the more chances they have to win.
