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Nan Beatz turns 8, releases ‘8 Stars’ featuring Mixtic

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Ghanaian youngest music producer and singer Nan Beatz has marked his eighth birthday with the release of a new single titled “8 Stars,” featuring his father Mixtic.

The release, which coincides with Nan Beatz’s birthday on September 2, 2026, continues a unique tradition he has maintained since childhood, using each birthday as an opportunity to unveil a new musical project.

Nan Beatz first attracted public attention at the age of three when he released the Nan Beatz Riddim on his birthday. The project featured a version titled “Youth Lord” with Emperor Skysis.

He continued the tradition with Year 4 Riddim at age four, followed by “5th Soulja” for his fifth birthday, featuring Nuhu Vyb and Lipssy J.

At six, he released “6 Rounds,” featuring Gachios and Freaky Wan, further demonstrating his willingness to work with established musicians despite his young age.

The tradition continued in 2025 when he celebrated his seventh birthday with “Lucky 7,” featuring Kwesy Lynx and Lady B.

Now, at eight, Nan Beatz has returned with “8 Stars,” this time teaming up with Mixtic. The song is being released across digital platforms, with its accompanying visual also scheduled for release.

His music is available on digital streaming platforms, where his catalogue includes projects such as “5th Soulja,” “6 Rounds,” “Lucky 7” and other recordings.

Bolgatanga Assembly denies 8pm event ban, says reports are inaccurate

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The Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly has dismissed reports that it has imposed an 8:00 p.m. deadline on social events and ceremonies within the municipality, clarifying that there is no blanket restriction preventing such activities from continuing beyond that time.

The clarification comes after development advocate Gabriel Agambila criticised the reported directive, describing it as inconsistent with the government’s 24-Hour Economy policy and warning that its implementation could make the government unpopular.

Mr. Agambila had expressed concern that restricting events and ceremonies to 8:00 p.m. could undermine economic activities associated with the events industry, including entertainment, hospitality, transportation and other businesses that operate during the evening and night.

His comments followed a report by Bolgatanga-based Dreamz FM claiming that the Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly had introduced an 8:00 p.m. cut-off time for activities including passing-out ceremonies and launching events.

The report, which was widely circulated on social media, was attributed to the Assembly’s Presiding Member and sparked public discussion about the compatibility of the reported directive with the government’s 24-Hour Economy agenda.

However, in a statement issued on Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Management of the Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly denied that it had introduced any such blanket restriction.

The Assembly said the report did not represent its official position and urged the public to disregard the reported 8:00 p.m. deadline.

According to Management, the Assembly has an existing by-law regulating nocturnal ceremonies, but an amendment made in September 2024 was specifically intended to restrict persons below 18 years from attending social gatherings beyond midnight.

The Assembly stressed that the amendment should not be interpreted as an 8:00 p.m. ban on social events and ceremonies.

Management further explained that its regulations and decisions must be consistent with prevailing government policies, including the 24-Hour Economy initiative.

It said the Assembly could not introduce by-laws or resolutions that contradict national government policies.

The clarification effectively addresses concerns raised by Mr. Agambila, who had argued that an 8:00 p.m. restriction would run contrary to the government’s efforts to promote extended economic activity.

The development advocate had maintained that rather than restricting legitimate economic and social activities at an early hour, local authorities should create an environment that allows businesses and individuals to take advantage of opportunities presented by the 24-Hour Economy.

The Assembly has therefore called on residents, event organisers and the general public to disregard reports suggesting that all events and ceremonies within the municipality must end by 8:00 p.m.

Management reiterated that there is no blanket 8:00 p.m. restriction on events and ceremonies in the Bolgatanga Municipality and urged the public to rely on official communication from the Assembly for accurate information regarding its regulations and decisions.

8pm events restriction in Bolgatanga undermines Mahama’s 24-hour economy policy – Gabriel Agambila

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Development advocate Gabriel Agambila has criticised the Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly’s decision to restrict certain social events from running beyond 8:00 p.m., arguing that the measure contradicts the broader objectives of the government’s 24-hour economy policy.

Mr Agambila said the restriction, if strictly enforced, could undermine economic activities within the municipality and create public dissatisfaction with the government, particularly at a time when the administration is encouraging businesses and economic activities to operate beyond conventional daytime hours.

His comments follow a decision by the Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly to impose an 8:00 p.m. deadline on passing-out ceremonies, graduation ceremonies and launching events held within the municipality.

According to the Assembly’s Presiding Member, Lambert Akunzebe, the restriction forms part of revised municipal bylaws aimed at maintaining public order and addressing concerns associated with events that continue late into the night.

The Assembly says organisers and venue owners who breach the regulation could face penalties, while repeat offenders could be prosecuted. The revised bylaws have reportedly been gazetted and are expected to be distributed to institutions, including the Ghana Police Service, the courts, the National Commission for Civic Education and traditional authorities, to facilitate enforcement.

However, Mr Agambila believes the restriction sends the wrong signal at a time when the government is promoting an economy designed to function around the clock.

He argued that events and entertainment-related activities are part of the local economy, providing income for event organisers, musicians, sound engineers, decorators, caterers, security personnel, transport operators, food vendors and other businesses.

He therefore cautioned that restricting such activities to 8:00 p.m. could negatively affect people whose livelihoods depend on evening and night-time economic activities.

“The government is talking about a 24-hour economy, but if people cannot organise legitimate events beyond 8:00 p.m., what message are we sending to the people?” Mr Agambila questioned.

Ghana’s 24-hour economy policy is intended to create an enabling environment for businesses and public institutions to operate around the clock, with the policy framework envisaging three eight-hour shifts. It is aimed at boosting productivity, creating employment and expanding economic opportunities.

The policy has since moved from a campaign proposal to an official government programme. President John Dramani Mahama assented to the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill in February 2026, giving legal backing to the implementation of the initiative.

The government has subsequently promoted 24-hour markets and other economic infrastructure as part of efforts to stimulate commercial activity beyond traditional working hours. President Mahama has said the initiative is intended to create jobs, increase productivity and ensure that economic activity continues around the clock.

Mr Agambila said while maintaining public order and protecting residents from excessive noise and other disturbances were legitimate responsibilities of the Municipal Assembly, the solution should not necessarily be a blanket 8:00 p.m. deadline.

He called for dialogue between the Assembly, event organisers, traditional authorities, security agencies, residents and other stakeholders to develop regulations that balance public safety with economic activity.

According to him, mechanisms such as proper event permits, designated venues, noise-control measures, security arrangements and clear closing times could be considered instead of an outright restriction that could affect businesses and employment.

He further warned that the policy could have political consequences for the government if residents perceive local government regulations as being inconsistent with the administration’s flagship economic agenda.

Mr Agambila maintained that the government must ensure that policies implemented at the local level complement, rather than undermine, its national economic objectives.

He urged the Bolgatanga Municipal Assembly to reconsider the restriction and engage stakeholders to find a more balanced approach that protects public order while allowing legitimate economic and social activities to thrive.

Rev. Nat Awuni thrills audience at Alagumgube second anniversary celebration

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Rev. Nat Awuni, veteran gospel musician and pastor, thrilled the audience with a captivating performance at the second anniversary celebration of the Alagumgube Association in New Jersey, United States.

The celebrated musician, who was among the performers at the two-day anniversary celebration held on August 21 and 22, 2026, treated guests to a powerful gospel ministration, drawing enthusiastic responses from the audience.

Rev. Awuni is recognised as one of the pioneers of gospel music in Ghana’s Upper East Region. He began his music career in the highlife era and was associated with groups including Uppers International and Western Diamonds Band before transitioning into gospel music following his Christian conversion in the United States.

His gospel ministry has produced several albums, including Lord I Love You, Charity Never Fails, Thank You Lord and Higher Grounds. His music catalogue also includes songs such as Woye Me Gyefo, You Are Faithful, How Wonderful, Have Your Way and I Am What God Says I Am.

Rev. Awuni’s musical journey has earned him recognition among gospel music audiences, particularly in Northern Ghana and the diaspora. He is also the founder and head pastor of Glorious Winners House of Praise, based in the United States, where he continues to combine his pastoral ministry with gospel music.

His appearance at the Alagumgube anniversary therefore provided a strong connection between music, faith, culture and the association’s celebration of its roots.

The second anniversary brought together members of the association, community leaders, traditional representatives and supporters from the diaspora. The event was designed not only to celebrate Alagumgube’s achievements over the past two years but also to promote unity, cultural identity and development among people connected to the Upper East Region.

As part of the anniversary activities, members also toured some iconic locations in New York on August 21, including Times Square, Rockefeller Centre, the World Trade Center and Sculpture Centre Hamilton. The tour was led by Rev. Nat Awuni, Vice Chairman of Alagumgube Global.

Two BOGISS watchmen accused of sexually abusing 14-year-old student as family demands justice

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Two security watchmen at the Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) in Ghana’s Upper East Region have been referred to the education authorities and reported to the police following allegations that they sexually abused a 14-year-old female student on the school’s campus.

The two men, whose identities have not been made public pending their arrest, are alleged to have had sexual contact with the student on four separate occasions between late June and early July 2026.

According to sources familiar with the matter, the first alleged incident occurred at night shortly after the school’s supervised evening study, commonly known as prep, had ended.

The student was reportedly returning to her dormitory when one of the watchmen approached her and allegedly lured her to an isolated area behind the school’s dining hall, where the alleged abuse occurred.

A few days later, the second watchman is alleged to have had sexual contact with the student at dawn inside the security post at the school’s main gate.

Sources said the student had gone to the post to retrieve a tablet she had left with the watchman to charge the previous night.

The sources further alleged that the two men each abused the student on another occasion at separate locations on the school’s campus in early July, bringing the number of alleged incidents to four.

The student is reported to have autism, a developmental condition that can affect communication, perception and social interaction.

The family has expressed concern that the alleged offenders may have taken advantage of the student’s condition and their positions as adults working within the school environment.

The circumstances surrounding the charging of the student’s tablet have also become part of the concerns raised by the family.

According to school sources, students were expected to pay GH¢30 towards the installation of classroom charging boards. The sources alleged that the absence of sufficient charging points contributed to students taking their tablets to places such as the security post to charge them.

The school’s headmistress, Gifty Ayamba, however, disputed the suggestion that the charging arrangement was compulsory and said the payment was voluntary.

She explained that the school had restricted students from entering teachers’ residences and staff offices after working hours to charge electronic devices, partly because of concerns over missing power banks.

According to her, an electrician quoted about GH¢1,800 for a charging board for each class, with the cost shared among students. She said charging boards had already been installed in classes where students had completed payment.

The school management has since converted the student from a boarder to a temporary day student.

The decision has angered the girl’s family, who believe she should have been supported to remain in the boarding house rather than lose her boarding status following an incident they say was initiated by adult employees of the school.

A family member, Akolbulgo-Zotipelba Ayeo-Duko, confirmed the allegations and criticised the school’s handling of the matter.

He said the family considered the girl’s autism to be mild and believed remaining in school was important for her education, social development and interaction with her peers.

The family is also questioning why the two watchmen have not yet been arrested despite the case having been reported to the police.

Another major concern is a letter the school reportedly sent to the student’s parents in July.

According to the family, the letter described the girl as being “guilty of sexual misconduct” under the Ghana Education Service code of conduct.

The family considers that description inappropriate, arguing that the student is a minor and that the allegations involve adult security personnel who were responsible for safeguarding students on the school premises.

“GES is now doing integration; every child can go to any school,” Ayeo-Duko said. “Children with special needs no longer need to isolate themselves and be in any special school.”

He argued that the student needed protection and support rather than treatment that could further stigmatise her.

“It is hurting for an institution to treat a 14-year-old child this way because they think she thinks differently or is behaving differently due to her medical condition,” he said. “Clearly, these watchmen took unlawful advantage of her medical condition.”

The school’s headmistress, Gifty Ayamba, confirmed that the incident had occurred and said the matter had been reported to the relevant education authorities and the police.

She explained that the student initially reported to the Dean of Discipline that one of the security personnel had had sexual contact with her.

According to the headmistress, the student was given a statement form and subsequently disclosed that another watchman was also involved, although she did not know his name.

Ayamba said the school initiated disciplinary proceedings and that both watchmen admitted to the allegations during questioning before the school’s disciplinary committee.

She said the matter was subsequently referred to the Bolgatanga Municipal Director of Education, then to the Regional Director of Education, and later reported to the police in accordance with the required procedure.

The headmistress said the school’s disciplinary committee considered the circumstances surrounding the case and recommended that the student be converted to a day student rather than dismissed from the school.

She said the decision was informed partly by findings that the two security personnel had allegedly been giving the student food and money and had taken advantage of the situation.

Ayamba also cited concerns about the student’s medication, saying prescribed medication for her condition was not being taken consistently while she remained in the boarding house.

She said converting the student to a day student would enable her family to ensure that the medication was taken as prescribed.

The headmistress added that the student was performing well academically despite her condition.

The school’s action, however, has not resolved the family’s concerns, particularly their demand for accountability for the two watchmen and continued access to education for the girl in an environment where she feels safe and supported.

On Sunday, August 16, 2026, the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service was contacted regarding the family’s concerns.

The unit confirmed that the case had been reported and said efforts were underway to arrest the two watchmen.

The alleged offenders have not been publicly identified, and the allegations against them remain subject to police investigation and due process.

BOGISS, popularly known as “The Lily of the North”, was established in 1956 and is one of the prominent girls’ senior high schools in the Upper East Region.

The identity of the student has been withheld to protect her privacy as a minor and alleged survivor of sexual abuse.

Gabriel Agambila blasts Upper East Airport critics, says opposition reflects ‘stone-age’ thinking

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Founder of the Alagumgube Association, Gabriel Agambila, has criticised residents and commentators questioning the need for the proposed Upper East Regional Airport, describing such opposition as evidence of a failure to think about the region’s long-term future.

Mr Agambila said the argument that the Upper East Region should prioritise roads and a railway instead of an airport was misplaced, insisting that the region needs multiple modes of transportation to support its development.

According to him, those who oppose the airport because the region needs better roads are “living in the stone age” and failing to appreciate how modern economies develop.

He argued that development infrastructure should not be approached as an either-or situation, stressing that roads, railways and aviation can complement one another.

His comments follow renewed public debate over the airport after President John Dramani Mahama inspected the proposed airport site at Sumbrungu-Kulbia during his Resetting Ghana Tour of the Upper East Region.

Following the President’s inspection, some residents and social media commentators questioned why government was prioritising an airport when the region continues to face challenges with roads and has no functional railway connection.

Others argued that a rail system linking Accra to northern Ghana could provide a more affordable and efficient alternative for transporting people and goods.

But Mr Agambila rejected that argument, saying a railway from Accra to the northern part of the country is not something that can be achieved immediately and should not be used as a reason to deny the Upper East Region an airport.

He said development planning must take into account both present needs and future opportunities.

Mr Agambila also highlighted the importance of the airport beyond ordinary passenger travel, particularly in emergency situations.

He said an airport could provide a faster means of transporting critically ill patients who require specialised medical attention outside the region, while also facilitating the movement of medical specialists, emergency personnel, medicines and other essential supplies.

The absence of an airport currently means residents who need to fly from the region have to travel to Tamale before accessing domestic flights to Accra. President Mahama has cited the long journey to Tamale as one of the challenges the airport would address.

Mr Agambila argued that in medical emergencies, where time can determine whether a patient survives, reducing the time required to connect the Upper East Region with Accra and other parts of the country could be critical.

He also pointed to other potential benefits, including emergency evacuations, faster movement of business executives, access for investors, tourism development, movement of high-value goods and improved connectivity for residents travelling for education, business and official purposes.

The proposed airport is also expected to create opportunities for businesses and contribute to the development of an economic hub around the facility. President Mahama has said the project is intended not only to provide an airport but also to stimulate the development of a city around it.

Mr Agambila maintained that the Upper East Region must begin thinking beyond its immediate infrastructure challenges and invest in facilities capable of supporting future economic growth.

He said the region’s development should not be limited to fixing existing roads while ignoring infrastructure that could attract investment and open new economic opportunities.

He therefore urged residents to view the airport as part of a broader development strategy rather than as a replacement for roads or a future railway.

His position is consistent with his long-standing advocacy for the airport. In 2024, as Chairman of the Upper East Airport Development Committee, Mr Agambila highlighted the risks and inconvenience residents face when travelling by road to Tamale to catch flights, including long and stressful journeys and concerns over security during late-night travel.

In 2025, he also described the airport as capable of creating jobs, attracting investors and contributing to economic growth in the region.

President Mahama has assured residents that construction of the long-awaited airport will begin before the end of 2026, subject to the completion of procurement processes.

The President said the project is expected to take 24 months to complete once construction begins, although contractors have indicated that they may be able to finish earlier.

The proposed facility is expected to include a 2.2-kilometre runway, aircraft apron, taxiway, airfield lighting, an integrated terminal, air traffic control tower and Rescue and Fire Fighting Services. An approximately five-kilometre asphalted access road is also expected to form part of the project.

Nikyema Billa Alamzy supports 350 tertiary students with GH¢350,000 education fund

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The Member of Parliament for Chiana-Paga, Nikyema Billa Alamzy, has supported 350 tertiary students in the constituency with a total of GH¢350,000 to assist them with their educational expenses.

Each beneficiary received GH¢1,000 from the MP’s Common Fund as part of his commitment to supporting tertiary students and easing the financial burden on families.

The number of beneficiaries has increased significantly from 169 students who benefited from the initiative last year to 350 this year.

Speaking at the presentation, the Constituency Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dickson B. Adiali Ayagitam, urged the beneficiaries to take their studies seriously and make good use of the opportunity provided to them.

He also cautioned the students against drug abuse, stressing that such practices could negatively affect their education, health and future prospects.

The Presiding Member, Roland Welagetin, also encouraged the beneficiaries to remain focused on their studies and expressed appreciation to the MP for the initiative.

He commended Mr. Alamzy for ensuring transparency in the selection process and urged the students to pray for the MP, the District Chief Executive and the government to enable them to continue supporting young people in the constituency.

The District Chief Executive, Stephen Akurugo, expressed his appreciation for the initiative, describing it as a reflection of the government’s commitment to investing in education.

He noted that the MP had provided similar financial support to tertiary students the previous year and continued to demonstrate his commitment to education through investments in educational infrastructure.

Among the projects he cited were the renovation of Tedam JHS ‘A’, Kandiga Primary School and Katiu Primary School.

Mr. Akurugo assured the MP of his support in approving any memoranda he presents for investments in education and other sectors of the constituency.

He also joined the call for students to stay away from drug abuse, warning that the practice could have serious consequences for their education and future.

The MP, Nikyema Billa Alamzy, urged the beneficiaries to study hard and aspire to become future leaders who would contribute meaningfully to the development of the country.

Mr. Alamzy disclosed that he had not personally added a single student to the list of 350 beneficiaries, explaining that the selection was undertaken by branches within the various communities.

According to him, the approach was adopted to ensure that beneficiaries were selected at the grassroots level and that the support reached students who needed it.

He said the increase from 169 beneficiaries last year to 350 this year demonstrated his commitment to expanding the programme.

The MP pledged to increase the number of beneficiaries to 500 next year as part of efforts to extend educational support to more tertiary students in the constituency.

He urged the beneficiaries to use the GH¢1,000 for its intended purpose and avoid spending the money on activities that would not contribute to their education and personal development.

The beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to Mr. Alamzy for the support, saying the GH¢1,000 each would help ease some of the financial challenges associated with tertiary education and enable them to meet important academic needs.

Bongo: Completed Gurigo mortuary sits unused for six years as families travel to Bolgatanga

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A completed mortuary at Gurigo in the Bongo District of the Upper East Region has remained unused for more than six years, forcing bereaved families in the district to continue travelling to Bolgatanga for mortuary services despite public funds having been invested in the facility.

The facility, which was completed and connected to electricity, has never been equipped or officially handed over for use, according to community leaders and residents.

A visit to the facility by a Bolga FM reporter found the building unattended, with residents expressing concern that the prolonged neglect could lead to deterioration of the facility if urgent action is not taken.

Nasiru Atibire, Assembly Member for the Gurigo Electoral Area, said the mortuary was constructed as part of plans to relocate the Bongo District Hospital to Gurigo.

According to him, disagreements between landowners and the Bongo District Assembly stalled the proposed hospital project, although construction of the mortuary had already been completed.

Mr. Atibire said the land dispute was subsequently resolved through the efforts of a former assembly member, making the land available to the Assembly for development projects.

He believes the failure of the hospital project resulted in authorities losing interest in operationalising the mortuary.

“This is taxpayers’ money that was used to construct the facility. It is now becoming a disadvantage to the district and the people living within the area,” he said.

Mr. Atibire appealed to the Bongo District Assembly, the District Chief Executive and the Member of Parliament to assess the facility, procure the necessary equipment and make it operational.

He also questioned reports that efforts were being made to raise funds for a temporary mortuary in Bongo Central while a completed facility at Gurigo remains unused.

Residents say the continued closure of the facility has placed additional financial and logistical burdens on families who lose relatives.

Matilda Timothy, a resident of Gurigo, said the mortuary had been abandoned for so long that it was constructed before she got married and moved into the community.

She said bereaved families are compelled to travel from Bongo to Bolgatanga to preserve or transport the remains of their loved ones.

Another resident, Dominica Azamboko, said the community welcomed the construction of the facility because residents expected it to provide mortuary services for people across the Bongo District.

She appealed to the Member of Parliament and the Bongo District Chief Executive to take urgent steps to make the facility operational.

Lapaya Nyaaba also expressed disappointment that the facility has provided little or no benefit to residents despite the resources invested in its construction.

Awinbire Asaah said community farmland was used for the project, but residents had yet to receive the expected benefits from making the land available.

The Chief of Gurigo, GUNAA Richard Apika Ayambire, said the mortuary was completed and connected to electricity during a previous administration but had remained unused ever since.

He expressed frustration over what he described as repeated promises by political leaders to operationalise the facility, particularly during election campaigns.

According to the chief, politicians have assured him on several occasions that the mortuary would be put into use after they assumed office, including a promise that the matter would be resolved within five months.

He questioned whether the assurances were merely political promises, noting that residents continue to travel to Bolgatanga whenever they require mortuary services.

Residents are therefore calling on the Bongo District Assembly, the District Chief Executive, the Member of Parliament and other relevant authorities to assess the condition of the facility, undertake any necessary rehabilitation, provide the required equipment and open it for use.

They believe operationalising the Gurigo mortuary would reduce the financial and logistical burden on bereaved families and eliminate the need for residents to travel to Bolgatanga for mortuary services.

Upper East Airport: Alagumgube applauds Mahama’s 24-month construction plan

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Development advocacy group Alagumgube has welcomed President John Dramani Mahama’s renewed commitment to the construction of the long-awaited Upper East Regional Airport, describing the announcement as a significant step towards improving connectivity and accelerating development in the region.

President Mahama, during his Resetting Ghana Tour of the Upper East Region, inspected the proposed airport site and announced that government intends to commence construction of the facility before the end of 2026.

The President said he would return to the region in October to cut the sod for the project, subject to the completion of the necessary procurement and approval processes. Construction is expected to take approximately 24 months once work begins.

The proposed airport, which is planned for the Bolgatanga area, is expected to provide the Upper East Region with direct air connectivity and reduce the need for residents and businesses to travel to Tamale to access domestic flights to Accra.

President Mahama described the project as a potential “game changer” for the region, saying it could stimulate economic activity, attract investment and support the growth of businesses, including mining companies operating in the area. The airport is also expected to facilitate the development of a new economic hub around the facility.

According to the Ghana Airports Company Limited, the proposed facility will have a 2.2-kilometre runway, an apron capable of accommodating two aircraft, a taxiway, airfield lighting, an integrated terminal and air traffic control tower, as well as Rescue and Fire Fighting Services. An approximately five-kilometre asphalted access road is also expected to form part of the project.

Alagumgube has been among the groups that have consistently advocated for the establishment of an airport in the Upper East Region.

The group, led by its founder Gabriel Agambila, has previously undertaken activities at the proposed airport site, including clearing the abandoned runway area and supporting efforts to prepare the site for government intervention. In March 2025, the group mobilised earthmoving equipment to clear and re-gravel portions of the site while renewing its appeal to successive governments to fulfil the long-standing airport promise.

Rev. Nat Awuni, Vice Chair of Alagumgube Diaspora, also welcomed President Mahama’s renewed commitment, saying the announcement provides fresh hope that the long-standing dream of an airport for the Upper East Region could finally become a reality.

He said the project, if successfully executed, would have far-reaching implications for the region’s economic development, particularly by improving accessibility, attracting investment and creating opportunities for businesses and young people.

The organisation has consistently maintained that the airport would have significant economic and developmental benefits for the region and has urged government to move beyond promises to the actual commencement and completion of the project.

The latest commitment comes after months of renewed public discussion over the status of the project. In June 2026, Alagumgube dismissed reports of an imminent June 29 sod-cutting ceremony, arguing that critical technical, administrative and procurement processes still needed to be completed before construction could credibly begin.

With the President now indicating that the sod-cutting is expected in October and that construction should take 24 months, attention is shifting from advocacy and planning to the actual commencement and completion of the project.

For Alagumgube and other development stakeholders, the commitment represents an important milestone in the region’s long-standing quest for an airport and an opportunity to strengthen the Upper East Region’s connection to the rest of Ghana.

The group is expected to continue advocating for the project while urging government to ensure that the necessary processes are completed and physical construction begins as scheduled.

‘Terrible’ Bolga-Wa road will soon be history – Road Minister

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Minister for Roads and Highways Kwame Governs Agbodza has assured residents and motorists that the poor condition of the Bolgatanga-Wa road will soon be addressed as contractors intensify work on sections of the corridor.

Mr. Agbodza gave the assurance during President John Dramani Mahama’s inspection of ongoing construction works on the Chuchuliga-Chiana section of the Chuchuliga-Tumu-Wa road as part of the President’s two-day working tour of the Upper East Region.

The Roads Minister said contractors working along the corridor had returned to site, following government efforts to clear outstanding payments that had previously affected the pace of construction.

“When this is done, Your Excellency, this idea of a terrible road between Bolga and Wa would be completely resolved and then everybody would know that this corridor is safe and passable for everybody. I must say that other contractors working on the stretch all the way to Wa are already working,” he said.

Mr. Agbodza attributed previous delays in the project to payment challenges, explaining that the government had cleared outstanding certificates owed the contractor working on the section inspected by President Mahama.

“Frankly speaking, they would have gone further than now, but what the problem was about payment. As of now, the two new certificates they raised haven’t even gone through the process to the Minister of Finance. Whatever we’ve got in terms of indebtedness to them we’ve cleared so far and it’s reflecting on the amount of work they are doing on site,” he said.

He said the government was also taking steps to address road challenges across the Upper East Region, with more contractors expected to return to project sites in the coming months.

“In this region there are lots of issues that we needed to address and we have started addressing them. Every district, every constituency, issues are being addressed. In the coming months you will see that many of the roads that people are worried about, contractors will start working on them,” Mr. Agbodza stated.

The Minister said the section currently being undertaken forms part of the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme.

“What my Ministry is doing up to here is a Big Push project,” he said.

Mr. Agbodza further said the Mahama administration had prioritised the payment of arrears owed contractors while simultaneously undertaking new road projects across the country.

“So you will be on record to be the president that paid the largest portion of arrears under any government in our history. So you are not only continuing works you inherited, you are also doing new ones,” he told President Mahama.

According to President Mahama, the approximately 34.23-kilometre Chuchuliga-Chiana road project has been divided among a number of contractors, including MyTurn Construction Limited, to accelerate construction.

The Chuchuliga-Tumu-Wa road forms part of an important transport corridor linking the Upper East and Upper West regions and facilitating the movement of people, goods and services between the two regions.

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