The Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced the commencement of the school selection exercise for the 2023 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates. In a statement issued on Friday, 11 August 2023, signed by its spokesperson Kwasi Kwarteng, the Ministry revealed that it has developed an informative video that elaborates …
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Mentally-deranged man murders old blind uncle with a machete
The family of a retired timber jack operator assumed to be in his 60s was struck with horror Sunday morning as they witnessed his horrendous murder of the former at the hands of his nephew. Nayo Annor assumed to be in his 20s and said to be ‘mentally sick’ is …
Read More »Watch video of woman cursing KNUST student who allegedly stole son’s laptop
A frustrated mother has been captured on video hurling curses on a supposed hostel mate of her son for allegedly stealing his laptop. In a video shared by Noks TV Africa, the mother is seen ranting on the hostel compound with eggs and calling on various gods to kill the …
Read More »University of Ghana could be named after JB Danquah in the future – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Akufo-Addo has underscored the role played by Joseph Boakye Danquah a former presidential candidate in 1960 in the establishment of the University of Ghana. The President giving a speech during the 75th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service of the institution expressed his conviction that history will view JB Danquah favorably …
Read More »C/R: Farmer busted for impregnating biological daughter, having sex with in-law
A farmer believed to in mid late 40s has been busted by the Chiefs and elders of Twifu Amampoma in the Twifu Atti-Morkwaa District in the Central Region for impregnating his biological daughter and having sex with his mother in-law. It has been established that the suspect has had sex …
Read More »17-year-old boy allegedly caught having sex with pregnant dog – Report
A young man of about 17 years has been apprehended for allegedly having sex with a pregnant dog in Wassa Adesu in the Amenfi East municipality of the Western region. The incident, was reported by Oyerepa FM’s Western regional correspondent during the Midday News on August 10, 2023. According to …
Read More »Send your grievances to Ashanti Regional Health Directorate – GHS Boss tells angry Kumasi South Hospital workers
The Director General of Ghana Health Service (GHS) Dr Patrick Kuma Aboagye has urged the Members of Health Workers Union at the Kumasi South Hospital to report any grievance they have on the posting of former Chief Executive Officer for Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr oheneba Owusu Danso to the …
Read More »Big buttocks can contribute to arthritis – Dr. Sheriff Okyere
A medical practitioner at the Amen Scientific Center, Dr. Okyere Sheriff has mentioned how large or big buttocks can contribute to arthritis. Arthritis is a health condition where one’s joints (where two bones meet) are inflamed. It could either affect the elbows or the knees. Dr. Sheriff, while speaking on …
Read More »What Can Slowly Damage Your Heart
The heart is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. It is responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood to various parts of the body, ensuring proper functioning of all systems. However, many of us unknowingly make mistakes that can slowly damage our heart over time. In …
Read More »Vegetables that are good for people with heart problems
Disease prevention and cardiovascular health are two difficulties that affect a sizable percentage of the world’s population, and both can be helped by eating more vegetables. It has been reported that certain vegetables can help in the fight against heart disease, and I will inform you about these veggies according …
Read More »87 Year Old Man Recalls On How He Manage Diabetes
Diabetes, as defined by the World Health Organization, is a chronic metabolic ailment characterized by elevated blood sugar levels that can lead to severe damage to various organs over time. It’s a challenging condition to handle for many individuals. However, Emmanuel Adeyinka, an 87-year-old who has battled diabetes for nearly half …
Read More »LAWYER VINCENT FRIMPONG MANU VISITS B.E.C.E CENTRES IN KWADASO CONSTITUENCY TO MOTIVATE CANDIDATES
On Tuesday, 8th August 2023, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Middle Belt Development Authority visited various examination centres where candidates in the Kwadaso Constituency are writing the Basic Education Certificate Examination. At each centre, he donated branded pens to all the candidates and wished them good luck. While urging …
Read More »S/R: Official vehicle of Fisheries Commission official snatched at gunpoint
The official vehicle of the Savannah Regional Director of the Fisheries Commission has been stolen. The vehicle was purportedly seized at gunpoint in Tamale on Monday evening. The event occurred in front of his house in the Northern Regional capital’s Bi-water area, putting the local population and authorities on edge. …
Read More »Minister orders GES to sanction headteacher who spent BECE candidates’ registration fees
The Minister of Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has instructed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to take disciplinary action against the headteacher of Buduatta DA Junior High School. This decision comes after allegations that the headteacher, Richard Ahunyagbe, misappropriated funds intended for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) registration of certain …
Read More »MILITARY COUPS WILL TAKE US BACKWARDS — Presidential Candidate hopeful, Onipayede Ossom Teye
We Africans must know that every power pays homage to where it comes from and in every military rule the guns are more respected than citizens. In autocratic rule the interest of that one person is paramount than the interest of the citizens. In democracy, power belongs to the people, …
Read More »Can a diabetic eat eba?
Gari(eba) and related products are cassava-derived staples in Nigerian and Ghanaian cuisine. While carbohydrate-rich, they are inexpensive and easily accessible sources of essential nutrients. The question most people with diabetes ask is whether they can eat eba. I herein explain in this article. Eba, diabetes and science One older human …
Read More »Palm nut soup reduces prostate cancer risk, supports brain and menopausal health
Prostate health is very important to men due to the many roles the prostate plays. Hence, there is a need to research local remedies and delicacies that could support the prostate. Most of these remedies are in our kitchen and farm. One such unexplored one is palm nut soup. Why …
Read More »How long does it take before HIV can be detected through blood test
HIV is an infection that weakens the immune system of its hosts. The final stage of immunodeficiency sickness is known as acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV attacks the body’s immune system by destroying white blood cells. Diseases including tuberculosis, infections, and various forms of cancer are facilitated by this. …
Read More »Medical Problems Eating Raw Eggs Can Help Manage
Eating raw eggs can be a quick way to get a lot of protein. If you are consuming raw eggs, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends using pasteurized eggs. These eggs have been heated up enough to kill the Salmonella bacteria that was potentially inside. According to WebMD”, …
Read More »Medical tests men and women in their 50s should go for
Entering your 50s marks a crucial phase of life when health becomes a top priority. By undergoing regular medical tests, you can prevent potential health issues, catch diseases early, and ensure a healthier and more fulfilling life. According to WebMD, we will delve into the essential medical tests that both …
Read More »Best time to go to sleep at night for good health
It is crucial to prioritise and safeguard your sleep on a daily basis, as getting less than seven hours of sleep on a consistent basis might put your health and safety at danger. QA aaa The importance of getting a good night’s sleep for your health cannot be overstated. It’s …
Read More »Suspected armed robber butchers Ejisuman SHS final year student while learning in classroom
A final year student of Ejisuman Senior High School in the Ejisu Municipality of the Ashanti Region has been butchered by a suspect armed robber while in classroom learning. The suspected armed robber has been identified as a second year student of the same school The incident the victim, a …
Read More »Wa police arrest serial paedophile for defiling over 30 girls
Rashid Anaata, a popular beautician and wedding decorator in the Wa Municipality of the Upper West Region has been arrested and is currently facing prosecution for defiling more than thirty girls in the municipality. The girls, mostly aged between 10 and 13, had similar stories about how the man lured …
Read More »Bolt driver stabbed over traffic dispute
A man in a military uniform has allegedly stabbed a driver associated with ride-hailing cab; Bolt over a traffic dispute. The driver, who suffered from losing significant amount of blood was later resuscitated by medics at the Deseret Hospital at Santa Maria in Accra. According to Citinewsroom.com reports, the driver …
Read More »Factors That Increase Women’s Risk Of Getting HIV
Although many people believe that mainly men get infected with HIV/AIDS, women are getting infected at a faster rate than men, especially in developing countries, and suffer more from the adverse impact of AIDS. As of mid-1996, the Joint UN Program on AIDS estimated that more than 10 million of …
Read More »Three persons arrested over stealing boxes of medicine at Bolgatanga Regional Hospital
The Police through an intelligence operation have arrested suspects Raymond Asoke, Noeyelle Bridget and Raheem Fasilat for stealing some boxes of medicine at the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital. Suspect Raymond Asoke, a driver at the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital was arrested on August 4, 2023 when he was monitored loading boxes of …
Read More »University student nearly lynched after being mistaken for a thief
A male student of the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) was nearly lynched by fellow students after being mistaken for a thief. According to Accra-based UTV’s Bono regional reporter, William Arthur, the victim, identified as William Thompson Jnr, a third-year BSC Information Technology student, was waiting for a …
Read More »Farmer shot dead as he slept by his four-month-old daughter
The entire Oborpah, a farming community in the Eastern Region, has been thrown into a state of fear and mourning following the murder of one Emmanuel Dapaah, a farmer and resident. The middle-aged man, presumably in his forties was allegedly shot and killed while sleeping by his four-month-old daughter by …
Read More »Adisadel College saga: Case should’ve been settled out of court – Osei Owusu
First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joesph Osei-Owusu has expressed a contrary view over the prosecution of the culprit involved in the Adisadel College assault. The Deputy Speaker who was speaking at the 10th-anniversary celebration of Fettehman Senior High School suggests the matter could have been handled by the school’s authorities …
Read More »How Does Daytime Sleeping Affect The Heart?
People who spend most of their time up at night tend to be drowsy during the day, and this is often encouraged. However, there are others who obtain a sufficient amount of sleep at night but who nap excessively during the day, a behaviour that has been linked to increased …
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