The only natural lake in Ghana and the largest in West Africa, Lake Bosomtwe, risk being de-listed as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO following indiscriminate encroachment of the buffer zone. A private developer has cleared all the trees planted to protect the Lake by the Manhyia Palace and some NGOs …
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Coronavirus a year on: Prominent people who have died from the pandemic in Ghana
On March 12, 2020, Ghana recorded its first cases of coronavirus when two passengers who arrived via the airport tested positive for the virus. Since then till today, over 87,700 cases have been recorded out of which over 81,200 patients have recovered but sadly 685 persons have succumbed to the …
Read More »The qualifiers of the Total Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroon 2021 resumes on March 24, 2021, with Matchday 5 games taking place across the continent. Following are the fixtures (in GMT) Group A 24.03.2021 16:00 Conakry Guinea v Mali 24.03.2021 13:00 N’Djamena Chad v Namibia Group B 24.03.2021 13:00 Kampala …
Read More »Wakaso: Ghana prepared for South Africa showdown
Black Stars midfielder, Mubarak Wakaso has stated the team is highly motivated for success in their upcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against South Africa and Sao Tome and Principe. A contingent of 24 players, including two foreign-based players, are currently in camp for the March 25 away tie against …
Read More »Checkout this photo of hairy Akufo-Addo
For many people, especially millennials and the generation before them, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will always be depicted or remembered as the president under the Fourth Republic with the cleanest shave. But did you know that the 76-year-old leader of the governing New Patriotic Party used to have thick black …
Read More »Ghana Month: What you may not know about Mfantsipim, Presec, Wey Gey Hey and others
In Ghana, one’s Senior High School (Alma Mater) is one’s pride. More often than not, people will cite and tout their secondary schools, especially in the face of educational quizzes and competitions. There are several senior High Schools in the country and each has a history. A history behind its …
Read More »A look into the most expensive, biggest funeral ever held in Ghana
Mr. Nick Adjei Danso Abbeam’s late mother’s funeral has been touted as the most expensive funeral to be organized in the history of Ghana. According to reports, the funeral of the late Madam Abena Achiaa who died on 16th March 2016 at the Korle Bu teaching hospital has so far …
Read More »Cuomo: Pressure mounts as senators tell New York governor to quit
The US senators for New York joined growing calls for Andrew Cuomo to resign as a seventh woman came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against the governor. Fellow Democrats Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand said Mr Cuomo had “lost the confidence” of New Yorkers. Six women have accused Mr …
Read More »Seven reasons why Ghanaians will be worse off under 2021 budget – Ato Forson
Minority spokesperson on Finance Cassiel Ato Forson has enumerated seven reasons why the 2021 budget will make Ghanaians worse off under the Akufo-Addo government. The Energy Sector Recovery Levy, Covid-19 Health Levy, and Sanitation and Pollution Levy are some of the revenue generation measures announced by the Caretaker Finance Minister …
Read More »From Wenchi to Roma; the Felix Gyan story
It has been quite the journey for Felix Ohene Gyan. Many a footballer dreams of a career that ends up in European football and he is no exception. Difference is, his dream has been realized and for those who know him, there is very little surprise in his being snapped …
Read More »Budget deficit more than 18% – Isaac Adongo
Ghana’s budget deficit for 2020 is more than 18 per cent, Bolgatanga Central lawmaker Isaac Adongo has claimed. According to him, the 11.7 per cent quoted by interim Finance Minister Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu when he presented the 2021 budget and economic statement on the floor of Parliament on Friday, 12 March …
Read More »KP Boateng makes fresh revelation about Black Stars
Ghana midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng feels elated to have opted to represent Ghana at international level. The Monza SC star switched nationality to represent Ghana in 2010 having played for Germany at Youth level. Boateng appeared at his first World Cup with the Black Stars in 2010 and went on to …
Read More »Tiast Commend Women In Agriculture
A Leading giant in the agriculture, Torchbearer International Agricultural Science and Technology (TIAST) Group, at the occasion which have slated and to conservancy the International Women’s Day and to encouraged more participatory of women’s in cassava production, processing and export to the international market. Speaking at a conference in Accra …
Read More »GFA sets new date for start of Ghana Premier League second round
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has set Friday, April 2, 2021, for the start of the second round of the ongoing 2020/21 Ghana Premier League season instead of Friday, March 19, 2021. The association said this is to make more time for the Black Stars to prepare well for the …
Read More »Kumasi fraudster sentenced to 20-years imprisonment
A 32-year-old unemployed, who used the name of a senior police officer to defraud a resident of Danyame in Kumasi, has been sentenced to 20 years imprisonment by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Court. Francis Elijah, also known as Francis Ayambilla, was said to have mimicked the voice of ACP Peter …
Read More »Harry and Meghan: Here’s how much Oprah Winfrey made from the tell-all interview
“Palace in crisis.” That was the dominant headline in many UK newspapers following Oprah Winfrey’s bombshell interview with Prince Harry and Meghan in which the Duchess of Sussex revealed that a member of the British Royal Family made comments about the skin color of her baby. In the two-hour, pre-recorded …
Read More »LIVESTREAMED: United Showbiz on UTV
Ghana’s favourite Saturday night entertainment show on UTV, the United Showbiz comes your way again today. Today’s show can be described as an ‘all-female affair’ because Nana Ama McBrown, the host of the show will be hosting some legends within the gospel fraternity. They are; Abena Ophelia, Hannah Marfo, Abaawa Connie, …
Read More »97 -Year -old Who Was Raped Speaks , Says She Abstained From S£x for 40 Years
A 97-year-old woman who was violently raped inside her home in Gadaka, Fika local government area of Yobe state, Nigeria , says she hasn’t had s£x in 40 years until she was violently raped. Speaking to newsmen at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Damaturu, the state capital, the victim …
Read More »Police kill robber after he stabbed man at Awudome Cemetery
Police at Kaneshie on Friday night gunned down a suspected robber at the Awudome Cemetery after he had stabbed and robbed a passer-by. It was on his second attempt to rob another commuter when he was shot dead, according to police. A situational report made available by the police said …
Read More »VIDEO: Young man jailed for 8 years for impregnating 13-year-old girlfriend
Joseph Kakraba, who was sentenced to an 8-year term for impregnating a 16-year-old girlfriend shares story of life in and out of prison. According to Joseph who is 25, the girlfriend lied about her age. She told him she was 16 when in fact her age was 13. The girl’s …
Read More »PHOTOS: Tension heightens in Ho Zongo as factions renew rivalry
Residents in and around Sabo Zango in the Volta regional capital of Ho are living in fear following a renewed clash between supporters of two factions at the Central Mosque on Friday. The Central Mosque on Friday turned chaotic as supporters of Alhaji Muniru Ali disrupted Jummah prayers being led …
Read More »VIDEO: Man who killed his wife is running his business, relaxing in a hospital – Afia Schwarzenegger alleges
Ghanaian socialite cum comedienne, Afia Schwarzenegger has alleged that Charles Dedjoe who was earlier busted for beating his wife to death has been allowed to live a ‘free-life’ despite reports of his arrest. According to her, Charles whose freedom should be restricted has been permitted to run his normal business, receive calls …
Read More »Missing teacher found in Salaga
Information reaching Bole-based Nkilgi FM indicates that the young teacher from Larabanga Sadik Tinkpemah was found on 11th March, 2021 along the Salaga road by some good samaritans after news his missing went viral. According information available to Nkilgi Fm, the teacher is currently responding to treatment in a medical …
Read More »I’ll rather be a proud Ashawo than a dead wife – Afia Schwarzenegger
Television personality Afia Schwarzenegger has said that she will rather be a prostitute than stay in an abusive relationship. Few years ago, Afia Schwarzenegger left her marriage after paying for her own bride price and wedding to one Abrokwah. Afia indicated that she was tired and could not stand the …
Read More »Confirmed: Domelevo lands top international job after forced retirement
The immediate past Auditor General, Mr. Daniel Yaw Domelevo has been offered a top job at a yet-to-be disclosed reputable organization. This has been revealed by the Executive Director of Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA), Mensah Thompson in a brief social media post. According to Mr Thompson, …
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