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Archbishop · Upper East Region

NHIA Condemns Gruesome Murder of Bongo District Manager, Urges Swift Justice

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has expressed deep shock and outrage over the gruesome murder of its Bongo District Manager, Mohammed Seidu Akugri, who was reportedly killed on Monday, May 19, 2025, in the Upper East Region. In a press statement released Tuesday, May 20, the NHIA described Mr. Akugri as a dedicated, hardworking, […] The post NHIA condemns gruesome murder of Bongo District Manager, urges swift justice appeared firs…See the Story

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Hypertension Is the Leading Cause of Death in Upper East Region – Health Directorate

By Peter Agengre It has emerged that over 6,500 people in the Upper East Region have been diagnosed with hypertension between January and April 2025. According to the Upper East Regional Director of Health Services, Dr. Braimah Baba Abubakri, the figure is alarming and delay in its detection may lead to stroke and other complications. “Last year for instance, we in the UER recorded 23,738 cases of hypertension and 74 certified hypertension relat…See the Story

Education · Bolgatanga

UER: Minister prioritizes peace, education, agriculture and others in region’s dev’t

By Peter Agengre Upper East Regional Minister, Donatus Akamugri Atanga, has issued a passionate call to heads of security services in the region to adopt a tactical and trust-inspiring approach in managing security-related issues. He has promised to do what he can for peace to return to Bawku before he leaves office. The Minister was speaking at the maiden meeting of the Regional Coordinating Council in Bolgatanga. “Chieftaincy conflicts and cro…Read Article

News from Upper East Region

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Top Upper East Region News

NHIA Condemns Gruesome Murder of Bongo District Manager, Urges Swift Justice

Hypertension Is the Leading Cause of Death in Upper East Region – Health Directorate

UER: Minister prioritizes peace, education, agriculture and others in region’s dev’t

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Top Upper East Region News

NHIA Condemns Gruesome Murder of Bongo District Manager, Urges Swift Justice

Hypertension Is the Leading Cause of Death in Upper East Region – Health Directorate

UER: Minister prioritizes peace, education, agriculture and others in region’s dev’t

No more over-the-counter dollar withdrawals – Adongo

Sakina Mumuni –Empowering Women, Rebuilding Hope Named Finalist in MTN Heroes of Change Season 7

UER: Drought in Nyangolingo community affects education and healthcare delivery

UER: Massive fish kill in Sissili River attributed to agrochemical pollution

Galamsey draws Talensi girls from classrooms into domestic roles – Report

Taylor to Be Laid to Rest Tuesday

Charger Limited’s Northern PRO, Atanga Alex, Graduates with Honors from the Bolgatanga Technical University

Imposition of Curfew on Bawku Municipality and Its Environs in the Upper East Region