Atlantic Lithium Limited, the African-focused lithium exploration company aiming to develop Ghana’s first lithium mine, has responded to recent media speculation regarding the status of its Ewoyaa Mining Lease.

In a statement released yesterday, the company confirmed that discussions with Ghanaian government agencies are ongoing as both parties work toward finalizing the lease ratification and advancing the Ewoyaa Lithium Project.

The Ewoyaa project, a cornerstone of Atlantic Lithium’s strategy, is poised to become a significant contributor to Ghana’s mining sector and the global lithium supply chain. The company emphasized its commitment to collaborating with the Ghanaian government and other stakeholders to ensure the project’s success.

“We are pleased with the progress made so far and remain dedicated to working closely with the Government of Ghana and all relevant parties to move the Ewoyaa Lithium Project forward,” the company stated. Atlantic Lithium also assured shareholders that updates on the project’s development would be provided as key milestones are achieved.

The statement was authorized by Amanda Harsas, Finance Director and Company Secretary of Atlantic Lithium Limited, underscoring the company’s transparency and commitment to keeping investors informed.

The Ewoyaa project has garnered significant attention as global demand for lithium—a critical component in electric vehicle batteries—continues to surge. Once operational, the mine is expected to bolster Ghana’s economy while positioning the country as a key player in the green energy transition.

Atlantic Lithium’s announcement comes amid heightened interest in Africa’s lithium potential, with several nations on the continent emerging as hotspots for mineral exploration. The company’s proactive engagement with Ghanaian authorities reflects its strategic focus on ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering strong partnerships to unlock the project’s full potential.

Shareholders and industry observers will be watching closely for further updates as Atlantic Lithium navigates the final stages of the lease ratification process and moves closer to bringing Ghana’s first lithium mine into production.

The Tema South District of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has engaged community opinion leaders under its jurisdiction and called on them to support the power distribution company to protect its assets.

The call was made by the District Manager, Horace Nkansah, who mentioned that some of the company’s substations had been turned into refuse dump, a situation which he says impacts negatively on work and power supply.

The meeting was held at the District’s office on Tuesday, February 4.

Mr Nkansah also indicated that there is an alarming incidence of fuse theft, a situation which affects the power supply and keeps affected customers without electricity for a while.

The community leaders expressed their concerns, most of which were about stable power supply and low voltage situations.

On these, they were informed that though some outages are from the company, some are also through faults and problems caused by unscrupulous people.

“If, for instance, there is a fuse theft and a transformer goes off, such an outage will not be from the company”, said Nkansah.

He added that “in situations where work has to be done at a substation, but upon reaching there, there are piles of refuse all over, it becomes difficult to attend to the problem immediately as the rubbish has to be cleared first.”

Horace Nkansah also bemoaned situations where some people break the padlocks to these substations and use the inner perimeter as their storage facility.

This situation, he said, is very alarming and can cause fatalities. He pleaded with the community leaders to help inform the community members to take their security seriously and to refrain from such acts.

The community leaders were generally appreciative of the district’s response to their challenges.

There is a WhatsApp platform made up of the community leaders and officials of the ECG Tema South District.

This platform provides an essential way for information flow between the stakeholders. This enables them to immediately inform.ECG of various challenges going on in the communities.

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International journalist and producer Amma Prempeh recently showcased her documentary, Ghana’s first Kente Culture Story Documentary Film – “The Importance of Kente to Ghanaians and Black Africans,” at Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada.

The screening, held on February 3, 2025, kick started Black History Month celebrations and was hosted by Dr Adjei-Associate Vice President of Indigenous Research Memorial University, Canada.

This screening follows the documentary’s premiere on 26th August 2023 in Kumasi, Ghana at the golden eagle cinema and 10th September, 2023 at the African Regent Hotel and its subsequent growing recognition.

Amma Prempeh’s self-funded documentary delves into the origins, intricate artistry, captivating history, and enduring beauty of Ghana’s Kente fabric.

It highlights how Kente weaving supports a significant portion of Ghana’s economy and the communities dedicated to preserving its history, development, and commercial aspects.

Following the screening, students engaged in a Q & A discussion with Amma Prempeh and Mr Osei-Bonsu Safo-Kantanka, a monarchical historian from the Asante Kingdom’s Manhyia Palace.

Safo-Kantanka, an expert on Kente cloth, provided further insights into the fabric’s cultural significance.

As the granddaughter of Ashanti King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Amma Prempeh brings a unique perspective to the film, which explores the evolution of Kente from its origins to its current status as a symbol of Ghanaian national pride.

The documentary also touches on how Kente’s popularity has expanded beyond its royal and fashionable applications to encompass human rights activism.

Kente weaving, which stems from cultural traditions of the Ashanti, Volta, and Northern regions of Ghana, was officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage during the 19th session in Paraguay on December 4, 2024.

The fabric’s durability, complex designs, and aesthetic appeal contribute to its rich symbolism and diverse interpretations, representing not only Black identity but also broader African concepts.

Speaking to journalists after the screening of the Kente Film at Memorial University of Newfoundland, Amma Prempeh said, “I’m excited about this opportunity to bring Ghana to Canada and the world through my documentary ‘Importance of Kente to Ghanaians and Black Africans’.

“Over the year’s I was inspired to put together this film because I realized the growing popularity among black Africans around the world and most of them had not the slighted knowledge about this iconic fabric from Ghana. I’m really happy that I have the chance to share the history, the concepts and the origin of Kente with the world.

“I would also like to take this moment to thank God for how far He’s brought me in this project, my amazing mum Mrs Mabel Prempeh, my brother Emanuel N K Prempeh, the entire Prempeh family, my late father Mr Kwasi Prempeh whom I am sure is cheering me on from heaven along with my late brother Edusei Prempeh, my friends and amazing high-profile casts and production team who encouraged me and pushed me on when I encountered some storms in making this film. I am glad I got to the finish line and the film is gaining positive feedback”.

Memorial University of Newfoundland, established in 1925 is the largest university in Atlantic Canada and the sole university in Newfoundland and Labrador.

This public research university, based in St. John’s, has additional campuses in several locations and offers a wide range of programs from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate degrees, including online courses.

A 32-year-old galamsey operator held for unlawful entry, causing damage and stealing, has been sentenced to two years imprisonment in hard labour by the Tarkwa District Court One.

Amadu Amidu alias ‘Attah’ pleaded guilty to all the charges levelled against him and was convicted accordingly.

The prosecutor, Sergeant Enoch Assan-Donkoh, told the court presided over by Mr Charles Owusu Nsiah, that the complainant Daniel Cobbinah, was a businessman resident at Cyanide, a suburb of Tarkwa.

He said on November 28, 2024, at about 3:20 am, the complainant received a phone call that someone was seen entering his drinking bar located at the Tarkwa Railway Station.

He said the complainant went to the scene and saw that several people had converged around his bar, and he observed that the trap door leading to the bar had been destroyed.

Sergeant Assan-Donkoh said the complainant entered the bar and with the help of some residents arrested Amidu and took him to the Railway Station police post.

The prosecution said the complainant detected that the trap door valued at GH¢500 and four jackpot machines valued at GH¢14,000 were damaged and coins amounting to GH¢ 800 which were inside the machines had been stolen.

He said the complainant officially complained to the police and Amidu was detained to assist in investigations.

The court heard that Amidu in his caution statement alleged he gave the money in the Jackpot machine (coins) to the complainant, but he denied it, and after investigations, the convict was charged with the offence and put before the Court.

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President John Mahama has declared his plan to make July 1 a formal public holiday again, giving it the same importance as Ghana’s Senior Citizens Day and Republic Day.

In order to provide Ghanaians a chance to show gratitude for the country’s advancements, President Mahama suggested that July 1 be designated as a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving during his Thank You tour to the Western Region on Wednesday, February 5.

“We will have the opportunity as a nation soon to pray and give thanks to the Almighty God, as enjoined by the Holy Book that says, ‘In all things, give thanks,’” he stated.

Mr. Mahama declared that he would designate a committee of religious leaders to supervise the event’s preparations in order to guarantee a well-planned observance.

He also affirmed that in order to reinstate July 1 as a statutory holiday, changes to the Public Holidays Act will be submitted to Parliament.

“We will soon present to Parliament amendments to the Public Holidays Act in order that we can restore July 1 as a holiday.”

“In the amendments of the Republic Holidays Act, we shall also make provisions to fulfill our promise to the Muslim community of an extra holiday to mark the Muslim festival of Eid-ul-Fitr,” President Mahama said.

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In rapidly urbanising cities, green spaces have become a luxury rather than a necessity, leaving many communities without access to parks and recreational areas.

However, a Ghanaian scholar is on a mission to change this. Rexford Osei Owusu, a doctoral student in Metropolitan Planning, Policy, and Design at the University of Utah, USA, is conducting groundbreaking research to address the disparities in access to urban green spaces.

His work not only highlights the environmental and social benefits of these spaces but also provides actionable solutions to bridge the gap between supply and demand, particularly in underserved communities.

Originally from Ghana, Osei Owusu is an alumnus of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and furthered his education with an MSc. in Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation at the University of Twente in the Netherlands.

His research journey began with his thesis, “Urban Green in Deprived Areas: The Match Between Supply of and Demand for Ecosystem Services of Urban Green Spaces – The Case of Kumasi, Ghana”.

This work, now published in the journal Environmental Science & Policy under the title “Supply and Demand of Ecosystem Services of Urban Green Spaces in Deprived Areas: Perceptions from Kumasi, Ghana”, sheds light on the inequities in urban green space distribution and the challenges faced by communities with limited access to these essential resources.

Focusing on Kumasi, Ghana’s second-largest city, Osei Owusu’s research combines field surveys, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, and stakeholder interviews to assess how urban green spaces meet the needs of the local population in deprived areas.

His findings reveal a significant mismatch between the supply of ecosystem services—such as air quality improvement, recreational opportunities, and temperature regulation—and the growing demand from rapidly urbanizing communities.

Many of these communities, already struggling with environmental issues and limited public spaces, find themselves further disadvantaged due to poor planning and inequitable distribution of green infrastructure.

Recognising the transformative role that well-planned green spaces can play in urban areas, Osei Owusu is advocating for policies that prioritise equitable access to these essential resources.

His research underscores the need for participatory urban planning, where local communities have a say in the design and management of green spaces.

He believes that by aligning the supply of green spaces with actual community needs, cities like Kumasi can become healthier, more resilient, and better equipped to address environmental challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss.

But for Osei Owusu, research alone is not enough. His vision extends beyond academic discussions to real-world implementation.

Drawing inspiration from local government initiatives and international best practices, he is pushing for practical solutions such as restoring degraded parks, integrating green infrastructure into informal settlements, and promoting community-led urban greening initiatives.

These efforts, he believes, can serve as a blueprint for sustainable urban development not just in Ghana but across sub-Saharan Africa, where many cities face similar challenges.

His work highlights the urgent need to shift the narrative around urban green spaces from being a privilege to being recognized as a fundamental right.

By addressing systemic inequalities in access to these spaces, Osei Owusu is paving the way for more inclusive and sustainable urban environments.

His research serves as a call to action for urban planners, policymakers, and community leaders to rethink how cities are designed and ensure that no community is left behind in the push for greener, healthier urban spaces.

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The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has reiterated his commitment to revitalizing tourist sites in the region as part of efforts to stimulate the local economy and create job opportunities for the youth.

Speaking during an interview on Channel One TV’s The Point of View with Bernard Avle, Mr. Gunu highlighted the region’s vast tourism potential, emphasizing the need for strategic collaboration to unlock its economic benefits.

He underscored the critical role tourism could play in providing employment for the region’s youth, reducing rural-to-urban migration in search of non-existent jobs.

“The tourism sector, is another priority, a major one, fortunately, in these two sectors Roads and Highways Ministry and Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Ministry], we have the ministers coming from the Volta region, I’m going to collaborate more with them to develop the tourist sites so that we can rake in a lot of revenue, to improve the local economy of the region, create job opportunities for the teeming unemployed youth so that they won’t be travelling or migrating to the capital searching for non-existing jobs, that we are going to do.”

He assured residents that the government would work diligently to ensure the region becomes a premier tourist destination in Ghana.

The Volta Region is home to numerous scenic attractions, including the Wli Waterfalls, Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary, and the iconic Mount Afadjato, among others.

However, many of these sites have faced challenges such as poor infrastructure and inadequate investment, limiting their potential to attract tourists.

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Agyemang Duah Owusu, a 42-year-old Police Inspector has been charged with murder and remanded in police custody by the Sunyani District Court ‘B’.

The court presided over by Eric Daning, remanded Owusu in connection with the tragic death of Francis Frimpong, the fervent supporter of the Kumasi Asante Kotoko Football Club (FC).

The deceased was stabbed to death on Sunday, February 02, 2025, when the Nsoatreman FC hosted the Kumasi Asante Kotoko FC at match 19 of the Ghana Premier League, at their home grounds at the Nsoatre Professor Amoah Koromansah II stadium.

Owusu and two other suspects, including Ignatius Baffour-Awuah, 58 years, and the owner and financier of the Nsoatreman FC and Joseph Kyeremeh, popularly known as ‘Santos’ in the football fraternity appeared before the court on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

They were to re-appear on Monday, February 17, 2025. When the case was heard, the police Prosecutor, Inspector Alexander Oppong told the court that the suspects were involved in the murder of the deceased.

He added that a search conducted in the Owusu’s room led to the retrieval of two dresses with suspected blood stains and an MP 23 pistol with 15 rounds of ammunition.

However, after preliminary investigations, Baffour-Awuah, a former Minister of Employment and Labour Relations and Kyeremeh were charged with “abetment to commit crime, to wit murder” under Sections 20 (1) and 46 of the Criminal Offenses Act 1960 (Act 29).

The court granted them GH¢500,000 bail each with three sureties, one to be justified, accordingly.

As part of his bail condition, Baffour Awuah, also a former Member of Parliament for the Sunyani West Constituency, cannot leave or travel outside the Sunyani Municipality without judicial approval.

They were also ordered to submit their passports to the court registry and report to the police every day till the next adjournment date.

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The Sierra Leonean police says it has made a discovery that the individual seen in videos and photos in close proximity to the country’s president, and identified by Dutch media as the wanted drug baron, Jos Leijdekkers is rather known as Umar Sherif.

In the videos and photos, Leijdekkers is seen in the company of Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio and his daughter, Agnes Bio, with whom Leijdekkers is believed to be in a romantic relationship.

In a dramatic twist of events following the discovery that Leijdekkers, wanted in his home country of The Netherlands and in Europe, has been living in Sierra Leone for at least six months, and seen in videos sitting close to and on a farm harvesting rice with the Sierra Leonean president and his daughter, is Umar Sherif.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Sierra Leone, Willam Sellu told reporters at a press conference Tuesday February 4, 2025, that the individual is known as Umar Sherif. According to the IGP, they have raided every suspected place and searched everywhere they had hoped to find the said Umar Sherif but have failed.

“The picture that has been circulating on social media as Jos Leijdekkers—we have been able to, through our Open Source Investigation Unit, affix a name to that face, which is Umar Sherif,” IGP Sellu said.

He said the police came to that conclusion after its Open Source Investigation Unit had examined the videos and photos in which the individual appears. He also said after thoroughly reviewing the country’s formal entry records for the past six months, they found no trace of Sherif’s official entry into or exit out of Sierra Leone, adding that the authorities remain uncertain of Sherif’s whereabouts or activities in the country.

“We don’t have that name in our records,” he emphasized.

He urged citizens to inform the police if they get any information on the individual.

The 33-year-old Leijdekkers, nicknamed Bolle Jos, is wanted for drug smuggling in The Netherlands. The fugitive has also been described as Europe’s most wanted man.

Leijdekkers was sentenced to 24 years in prison in absentia in June last year by a Rotterdam court for the offence of smuggling seven tonnes of cocaine, an armed robbery in Finland and ordering murder. In September last year, a Belgian court also sentenced him to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking offences and assault. Dutch police also suspect his involvement in the disappearance and suspected torture and murder of Naima Jilal, a woman who disappeared in Amsterdam in 2019.

Meanwhile, the government of The Netherlands through its Ministry of Justice says it will make an extradition request to the Sierra Leonean authorities, even though the two countries have no extradition treaty.

Dutch prosecutor, Wim de Bruin had told Ghana Business News on the phone that the Minister of Justice of The Netherlands will be writing to Sierra Leonean authorities for the extradition of Leijdekkers.

By Emmanuel K Dogbevi

Senior Executives of Telecel Ghana have paid an annual New Year’s courtesy visit to the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi to extend warm wishes to the Asantehene, His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

The visit, a long-standing tradition, saw Telecel Ghana’s executives present their respects to the revered Ashanti monarch as well as seek his support and guidance for the new year.

The delegation was led by Chief Executive Officer, Patricia Obo-Nai, along with the Head of Foundation, Sustainability and External Communications, Rita Agyeiwaa Rockson and the Executive Head for the Ashanti Region, Kwaku Asiedu.

Obo-Nai conveyed Telecel Ghana’s continued commitment to strengthening the existing relationship with Asantehene and the people of the Ashanti Region.

“We are grateful for the longstanding support, guidance and blessings we have received from Otumfuo and the Manhyia Palace leadership over the years. We remain committed to the partnership with Asanteman for mutual growth and development.”

Receiving the delegation at the Manhyia Palace, His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II said he was grateful for the courtesy visit and the enduring partnership with the telco over the years. Otumfuo Osei Tutu II also commended Obo-Nai for her leadership and called for more investment to grow the business.

One of the major areas of partnership is the annual Asantehene Golf Tournament, with its 68th edition set to take place later this year.

The golf tournament brings together amateur and professional golfers to compete in the championships. As the headline sponsor for seven consecutive years, Telecel Ghana assured Asantehene of its consistent support for the golf tournament.

Beyond golf, Telecel Ghana dedicates an entire month, known as Ashanti Month, to rewarding its customers in the region, engaging local businesses, supporting community health and celebrating the rich culture and history of the Ashanti region.

The visit underscores the strong bond between the telecommunications company and the Ashanti Kingdom, and it marks another year of collaboration aimed at driving positive change in the
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Accra, Feb. 5, GNA – The grand premiere of the blockbuster Ghanaian movie ‘Deadly Obsession’ is set to premiere in Houston, United States of America (USA), on Saturday, April 19, 2025. 

This film features Ghanaian actor Aaron Adatsi and actress Nana Adwoa Lovia, who played the two leading roles in the movie. 

The film’s storyline revolves around themes of love, betrayal, and suspense, which are common elements in romantic thrillers. 

Written and produced by Nakies Films, Production is a thriller that will keep the audience spellbound, and trailers have already sparked a buzz on social media. 

The collaboration between Aaron and Lovia delivered a compelling cinematic experience that will resonate with audiences. 

The USA premiere of ‘Deadly Obsession,’ which is being organised by Black Heritage Alliance, would also showcase the Ghanaian storytelling prowess on a global platform. 

The reception of the film will depend on various factors, including its marketing effectiveness, audience engagement during promotions, and critical reviews post-premiere. 

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Golf legend Tiger Woods announced the passing of his mother, Kultida Woods, in a heartfelt statement shared with fans.

The legend took to X(formally Twitter) “It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning,” Woods said. “My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter. Without her, none of my personal achievements would have been possible.”

Woods, one of the most successful golfers in history, credited his mother for her unwavering support throughout his career. He also shared that she was deeply loved by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie.

As he and his family grieve, Woods expressed gratitude for the support, prayers, and privacy during this difficult time.

“Love you, Mom,” he concluded.

By Iddi Yire

Accra, Feb. 05, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday, inspected works on the ongoing Takoradi Cycle Market construction project in the Western Region. 

The inspection of the Takoradi Cycle Market Project forms part of the President’s “Thank You Tour” of the Western Region. 

President Mahama reiterated his government’s determination to see to the completion of the project. 

He said there would be a meeting between the Finance Ministry and the Contractor in Accra next week, to discuss modalities for the completion of the project. 

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