The Wa High Court Affirms Jail Sentence for Wedding MC Convicted of Defilement.
UW/R: 29 April 2026 at 7:23pm
The Wa High Court has reinforced a prison sentence for Rashid Ahmed Anaata, a well-known wedding master of ceremonies, after dismissing his appeal and affirming his conviction for defiling...
UBIDS Lecturer, Prof. Tony Tampah Donates Traditional Instruments to Kandomwine Bawaa Group
The celebrated Kandomwine Bawaa Group, widely regarded as one of the finest traditional dance ensembles in the Upper West Region, has received a significant uplift following a generous donation of traditional musical instruments by...
Bombshell: Tendamba Primary School Land was sold Under the Previous NPP Government but later...
Upper West Regional State Attorney, Saeed Abdul Shakur Esq, has disclosed that the entire land of Tendamba Primary School which the Wa Municipal Assembly now considers demolishing for alternative use was sold to private...
NPP Youth Boss Hamid Saana Eyes Upper West Regional Organizer Role
The incumbent Youth Organizer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Upper West Region, Hamid Mohammed Saana, has declared his intention to contest for the position of Regional Organizer.
In a post on his...
Samini hints at political leadership role in Upper West Region
Ghanaian reggae and dancehall icon Emmanuel Andrews Samini, known by his stage name Samini, has hinted at a possible venture into politics, expressing willingness to serve in his hometown in the Upper West Region, citing...
U/West NDC’s Throne War Heats Up: Sankara’s Bold Leap, Randy’s Revenge and a ‘Heavyweight’
In Upper West Region, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is riding a euphoric wave from its stunning 2024 triumph—capturing all 11 parliamentary seats. But beneath the celebrations, a fierce power struggle is brewing, threatening...
“Have I Announced a Bid to You” – Shamima Muslim Blasts NPP Footsoldier Over...
In a heated clash unfolding on social media during the holy month of Ramadan, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim has vehemently denied explosive claims that she’s plotting to challenge Wa Central MP Dr. Rashid...
NPP Membership Registration Begins in Parts of Nandom Constituency with Low Turnout:
Membership registration of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has commenced in some polling stations across the Nandom Constituency of the Upper West Region, though turnout remains low.
Yiri News gathered that at polling centres such...
Nadowli/Kaleo NPP Contest: Team Kontomah Tours All Electoral Areas to Present Vision
As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Nadowli/Kaleo gears up for a spirited leadership contest, with veteran stalwart Joseph Dassah Kontomah emerging as a frontrunner. Kontomah, an active NPP member in the constituency for...
Nandom NPP Constituency Secretary Announces Decision Not to Seek Re-election After 12 Years
The Constituency Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Nandom Constituency, Wuoyang Martin, has announced that he will not contest in the party’s upcoming constituency elections scheduled for July 2026.
In a public...