The Tony Elumelu Foundation, UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU), and IKEA Foundation are thrilled to announce their strategic partnership to launch a pioneering Green Entrepreneurship Programme that is aimed at empowering African youth and tackling the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource scarcity. In …
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Former NDC MP for Kpandai dead
Kwadwo Tawiah Likpalmor, a former Member of Parliament (MP) on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has passed away. The former MP according to reports on Tuesday, September 19, took his last breath at the Tamale Teaching Hospital, concluding a prolonged battle with stroke. Mr. Likpalmor, aged 63, had been an influential …
Read More »Trade minister explains reasons behind suspension of permits for cement construction
Minister of Trade and Industry, K.T Hammond, has explained the rationale behind the government’s decision to suspend permits for the construction of new factories for manufacturing and bagging of Portland cement in the country will boost confidence within the local manufacturing sector. According to him, the temporary ban was to …
Read More »Recent coups should remind African leaders to manage their economies better – Asantehene
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has highlighted the increasing occurrence of coups across the African continent as a wake-up call for African leaders to effectively manage their economies. He stressed that better economic management can break the cycle of poverty and unemployment, providing hope for the youth to stay …
Read More »American missionary accused of attempted murder of Liberian wife after she announced pregnancy
Authorities in Liberia have arrested an American missionary on suspicion of attempted murder after he allegedly tried to slit the throat of his Liberian wife. According to the Daily Observer, the suspect, identified as Lucas Richard, is a missionary of the Creekside Church. He was also reportedly married to another …
Read More »UBA Preaches Connectivity with ‘Tastes of Africa Food Festival,’Celebrates Diversity, Culture at UNGA
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to put the continent’s diversity and rich culinary traditions on the centre-stage with the highly anticipated ‘Tastes of Africa Food Festival. The UBA Tastes of Africa Food Festival is a vibrant celebration of the continent’s cuisine, culture, and …
Read More »Man beaten to pulp for allegedly stealing young boy’s p*nis in Kogi
Angry residents have attacked a man after accusing him of ‘stealing’’ a young boy’s penis in Lokoja, Kogi State. According to an eyewitness, Aquia Aquila, the incident happened on Tuesday morning, September 19, 2023. “Just now heading to the office, that was how this man stole one boy penîs at …
Read More »20-year-old woman hospitalised after boyfriend poured hot water on her
A 20-year-old Kenyan woman, Mercy Momanyi, who was allegedly burned by her boyfriend, Sheldon Ombongi Okerosi, is speaking out about the incident that changed her life forever.Ms Momanyi, from Mosocho, Kisii County, claimed that her boyfriend poured scalding hot water on her following a heated argument on August 23, 2023. …
Read More »My father rejected all my suitors – Single 96-year-old woman with no child cries out
A 96-year-old woman, Susanna Nwachukwu, has shared the story of her lifelong struggle with singleness, and the role her biological father played in her ordeal. During an emotional conversation, Ms. Nwachukwu who is still childless and has passed childbearing age, revealed she desired to have a family of her own, …
Read More »How 5 Ghanaians behind pro-Wagner propaganda were arrested by police
Five Ghanaians are in police grips, since August this year, and have since made an appearance in court where they were charged with “planning to overthrow the government and destabilizing the peace.” The arrest took place on August 14, 2023, and was related to a protest organized by a pro-Russian …
Read More »How do you want to be president after blackmailing people? – Blakk Rasta jabs Kennedy Agyapong
Controversial radio personality, Blakk Rasta has questioned the credibility of flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kennedy Ohene Agyapong in light of his alleged blackmailing dealings. According to him, the only way Kennedy Agyapong can become the flagbearer of the NPP is to blackmail all the other aspirants he is competing with …
Read More »Winner of 2024 presidential elections already decided – Rev Owusu Bempah
The founder and leader of Glorious Word Power Ministry International, Rev. Isaac Owusu Bempah, has issued some prophecies on the upcoming New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries, slated for November 4, 2023, and the 2024 presidential elections. Addressing his congregation on Sunday, September 17, 2023, Rev. Owusu Bempah indicated that the result of the …
Read More »Bank account of Cecilia Dapaah’s dead brother still sending her money – OSP tells court
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has reportedly told the court that the bank account of a late brother of the former Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Dapaah, is still active. According to a news report by myjoyonline.com, copies of documents the OSP filled in court indicated that …
Read More »We prefer to accept technical aid – Libya minister
A week after catastrophic floods ravaged Derna, rescue teams are still pulling out dead bodies from ruined buildings and the sea. The interior minister of the self-proclaimed eastern administration – Essam Abu Zeriba – has told the BBC that while they accept all types of aid, at the moment they …
Read More »George Afriyie ‘runs’ to CAS after being disqualified from GFA Elections
Former Vice-President of the Ghana Football Association George Afriyie has ordered his lawyers to file an appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sports after he was disqualified by the Elections Committee from contesting in the forthcoming GFA Elections. A ruling by the Appeals Committee of the Ghana Football association …
Read More »NPP primaries: Majority leader ‘composes’ song for Vice President Bawumia
The political atmosphere in the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) is getting tense as the party nears its presidential primaries scheduled for Saturday, November 4, 2024. The contenders in the race, including Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and Assin Central Member of Parliament Kennedy Agyapong, and their backers are canvassing for the vote …
Read More »Accra High Court grants NAM1 fresh GH¢500 million bail
An Accra High Court has granted a fresh bail to Nana Appiah Mensah (NAM1), the Chief Executive Officer of defunct gold dealership, Menzgold. It follows the start of fresh proceedings on the case brought against him by the Attorney General in August 2023. According to a 3news.com report, following reports of attempts to …
Read More »Watch how hundreds of Iranians ran after Al Nassr bus to see Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo mania has hit Iran, with hordes of fans racing after Al-Nassr’s bus ahead of their AFC Champions League clash with Perspolis. The Saudi Arabian outfit, with their Portuguese superstar in tow, are preparing for action in continental competition on Tuesday. On the same day as group-stage action gets …
Read More »Watch Adwoa Safo serve ‘yoghurt’ to her constituents
A video has emerged online of the Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, serving some people at a public space believed to be in her constituency. In the video shared on Twitter (now known as X), the MP is seen personally sharing snacks to some of the people seated …
Read More »I bought the Adenta property myself – Asenso-Boakye replies Ken Agyapong
Francis Asenso-Boakye, the Member of Parliament representing the Bantama Constituency and the Minister of Works and Housing, has once again responded to what he describes as “personal” attacks from Ken Agyapong, an aspiring NPP flagbearer. Asenso-Boakye firmly maintains that all the allegations levelled against him by his colleague MP are …
Read More »Bawumia can’t beat Mahama – Ken Agyapong
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, has stated categorically that his party has no chance of winning the 2024 elections if it makes Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, its candidate for the election. According to him, the vice president has lost credibility and would …
Read More »Dennis Kwakwa resigns as NPP communications officer
The communications officer for the Ashanti Region, Dennis Kwakwa has formally announced his resignation from the role he has passionately served in. In a letter to the party, Dennis Kwakwa cited the need to fulfill certain requirements in order to pursue other political aspirations as the primary motivation behind his …
Read More »The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) disburses over 100 million dollars to young African Entrepreneurs to create 400,000 jobs across Africa
Somachi Chris – Asoluka “As of today, we have disbursed over 100 million dollars to over 15,000 young African entrepreneurs and created over 400,000 direct jobs. This, we intended to achieve within 10 years, but I am happy to share that since the launch of the foundation in 2015, …
Read More »UBA Records Significant Growth in Revenue, Profit and Key Metrics, with a PBT of $829.7m
Mr. Oliver Alawuba Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, delivered an outstanding performance for the half year ended June 30, 2023, as announced in its audited financial report. The results released to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on Tuesday showed that the Group recorded double …
Read More »Eat Drink Music Festival Partners With Citi TV/Citi FM
Eat Drink Music (EDM Festival) has announced the media partners for their maiden edition of the festival. The list includes some of the heavyweights in the media space including Citi TV, Citi FM, Asaase Radio, YFM Ghana, 3 Music, 4Syte TV, MX24, Guide Radio and several online media …
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