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Martin Kpebu storms TV3 with tuber of yam to demonstrate high cost of living

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu took a tuber of yam to a live television panel discussion to emphasize the rising cost of living in Ghana.

The segment aired on TV3’s Key Points, featured Kpebu using the yam as a symbol to discuss economic issues affecting the average Ghanaian.

Kpebu revealed that he purchased the yam for 40 cedis at the Central Accra business center, Tema Station. Holding the yam aloft, he explained that the price of this staple food item varies significantly across different markets.

According to him, the tuber he was holding could cost as much as 50 cedis in North Legon.

The conversation then expanded to include the varying prices of other essential goods.

One of the panelists shared his experience of buying tomatoes for 70 cedis, highlighting the broader issue of fluctuating prices and their impact on household budgets.

Watch the video below:

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

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Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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