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McDan’s Electrochem Salt Mining operations are ratified by Parliament

McDan’s Electrochem Salt Mining has legally acquired the Ada Songhor to do salt mining in Ghana. The aim is to mine the salt and export about 60% of the production and 40% to be remained for local consumption.

The company’s vision is to mine and elevate the community from poverty and also create an enabling environment and opportunities for co-producing the salt industry.

However, the vision of company is under threat following action by members of incoming administration to undermine its operations with connivance of some natives in the Ada area especially the youth who clashed with security operatives at the mining site, forcing them to evict the area and abandoned their duties.

This follows a widely reported secret meeting held by stalwarts of NDC on 15th December, 2024 At the Fiesta Royal Hotel in Accra to push the company away from the Ada Songhor land in spite of the authorization of the salt mining company by government owned by Mcdan, to do business in the area not only for profit gains but also for the benefit of the locals.

Reports are also rife that certain NDC MPs together with the two MPs elect in the area are engaged in deliberate attempts to undermine the company’s operations and its reputation. These entities and individuals are reportedly encouraging and inciting individuals to encroach the McDan’s salt concession for illegal mining activities. They believe this will leave the company with no choice than to call on security personnel for an intervention at the displeasure of the illegal miners creating a room for a pandemonium.

In a video that went viral, some youth in Ada confronted security personnel stationed at the salt concession to protect encroachment. After the confrontation with the security personnel, they went back to the community to assault people they believe support the company’s activities so as to put fear on them.

Meanwhile, Electrochem Ghana remained resolute, resolved in focusing on operations to produce more salt for the country without any intimidation from any wicked force bent in thwarting the efforts of the company.

Electrochem Ghana has legally acquired Ada Songhor Salt with over 78,000 acres of lands stretched, to mine salt for 15 years in the Ada traditional area, ratified by Parliament of Ghana.

Electrochem Ghana Limited (EGL) as a company has recently risen to the challenge by marking historic milestones in the salt industry. These milestones include the establishment of a large-scale salt industrial area, arguably the first of its kind in West Africa: A sizeable pump station for its intake operations, and a trial export of salt to the region.

The company commenced operations in January 2021 with a steely resolve to revamp the Songor Salt project, a national asset, to produce 1,000,000 metric tons of first-rate salt (of 99.9% purity) per annum to serve both the local and export markets.

Electrochem Ghana Ltd has established strategic partnerships with both local and international organizations with the relevant technical expertise in the industry, including a strategic international partner with over 62 years of experience, a firm of global renown with the deep technical know-how of the integral process of salt mining.

Within 18 months of operations, the company has integrated the concept of mechanisation to complement its robust local community development. “Ada Salt” which Electrochem produces has been known as one of the best in Africa—in quality, grade, and density—and it is the mainstay of the local community in Ada.

Story by: Inusah Dondaliya

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NPP Annuls Constituency Executive Elections in Three Constituencies, Refers Disputes to Electoral Affairs Committee

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:55pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has annulled the purported Constituency Executive Elections conducted in three constituencies, citing violations of party directives, election regulations, and, where applicable, existing court orders.

In a statement dated July 15, 2026, the party announced that the National Steering Committee took the decision after reviewing the conduct of the constituency executive elections held across the country over the weekend.

According to the statement, the annulled elections were held in Bantama, Afigya Sekyere East, and Adansi Asokwa constituencies.

The NPP said the elections in the affected constituencies were conducted in “flagrant disregard” of party directives, the rules and regulations governing the 2026 Constituency Executive Elections, and, in some instances, subsisting court orders.

The party further disclosed that the Ashanti Regional Steering Committee has been summoned to appear before the National Steering Committee on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to explain the circumstances surrounding the conduct of the elections in the affected constituencies.

Additionally, the National Steering Committee has referred election-related issues in Asante Akyem Central, together with all other unresolved constituency election disputes, to the Electoral Affairs Committee of the National Council for advice and recommendations.

The NPP reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring strict compliance with its constitution and regulations while preserving the integrity, credibility, and transparency of its internal democratic processes.

The statement was jointly signed by the party’s Acting National Chairman, Danquah Smith Buttey, and General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong.

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NDC Northern Regional Elections Directorate Takes Over Tamale Central Branch Elections

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Published July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:27Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The Northern Regional Elections Directorate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it has assumed full responsibility for all activities relating to the party’s branch elections in the Tamale Central Constituency with immediate effect.

In an official notice issued on Tuesday, the Directorate said the decision would remain in force until further notice, indicating that it will oversee and manage all aspects of the branch election process in the constituency.

The statement directed all party members, stakeholders, and interested persons to channel all communications, inquiries, and issues concerning the Tamale Central branch elections through the Northern Regional Elections Directorate.

While the notice did not state the reasons behind the decision, the Regional Elections Directorate appealed to members for their cooperation and understanding as it carries out its mandate.

The notice was signed by Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, the Northern Regional Director of Elections and IT of the NDC.

The latest development places the administration of the Tamale Central branch elections directly under the supervision of the regional leadership, pending further directives.

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Ghana Drawn with Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for WAFU B U-20 Championship

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 2:15Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

Ghana’s Black Satellites have been drawn in a challenging Group B alongside regional rivals Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The draw was conducted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the headquarters of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

The Black Satellites will renew their fierce rivalry with Nigeria in what is expected to be one of the standout fixtures of the competition. Togo and Burkina Faso complete a highly competitive group, setting the stage for a demanding qualification campaign for the four-time African champions.

Group A consists of hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Benin and Niger, with the three nations also competing for a place at the continental championship.

The WAFU B U-20 Championship will feature all seven member associations of the zone and serves as the official qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted by Ghana, adding extra significance to the Black Satellites’ campaign as they seek to qualify for the continental showpiece on home soil.

WAFU B U-20 Championship Draw

Group A

Côte d’Ivoire
Benin
Niger

Group B

Ghana
Nigeria
Togo
Burkina Faso

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