Auntie Muni, a famous waakye seller in Accra, has voiced her concerns about the adverse effects of economic hardship on her thriving business. Speaking in an interview on Asaase Radio on September 13, 2023, she lamented the increase in the cost of living, particularly the soaring prices of essential commodities …
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The fact that I knelt before the Asantehemaa doesn’t mean I am guilty – Prophet Azuka insists
Prophet Azuka has dispelled claims that he wept profusely and knelt to apologize after being found guilty in his issue with Kofi Pages that was brought before the Asantehemaa. Azuka who was said to have erred in the case, was said to have eventually knelt down to apologize to the …
Read More »Kennedy Agyapong tops Twitter trends following NPP Balloting
Kennedy Agyapong, Member of Parliament for Assin Central and a hopeful flagbearer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has surged to the top of Twitter trends within just 24 hours of the party’s ballot process to determine the candidates’ order on the ballot. In the aftermath of the balloting, Kennedy Agyapong secured …
Read More »Wendy Shay to be flown to Germany for treatment – Bullet
Ruftown Records CEO, Ricky Nana Agyemang, popularly known as Bullet, has disclosed the next step as far as Wendy Shay’s treatment is concerned. In an interview with HitzFM’s Andy Dosty monitored by GhanaWeb, Bullet said, Wendy Shay will soon be flown to Germany for further treatment. “It was very severe. It was extremely …
Read More »UBA Ghana Wins SME Bank of the Year Award
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana has been named as the Best SME Bank 2023 by the Ghana Credit Excellence Awards. The Awards aim to recognize and celebrate the top-performing banks, non-bank financial institutions, and individuals across various categories within Ghana’s banking and non-banking financial industry. Chris Ofikulu, the …
Read More »NDC appeals to ECOWAS to call Jean Mensah to order
The largest opposition party, NDC, has urged the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to call the Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) to order. The party accuses the Electoral Commissioner, Jean Adukwei Mensah of engaging in voter suppression with its decision to conduct the ongoing Limited Voter Registration Exercise …
Read More »Jilted fetish priest attacks girlfriend in Asamankese
A jilted fetish priest, identified as Togbe Gadefia, has violently attacked his ex-girlfriend, Rakia Huseini, Starrfmonline.com. reports. Rakia Huseini, a 25-year-old woman, was left severely injured and had to be rushed to the Asamankese Government Hospital before being referred to the Eastern Regional Hospital in Koforidua. According to sources, Togbe …
Read More »I now know why Mills appointed Dampare as ADC without any lobbying – Koku Anyidoho
Former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho, has reacted to ongoing probe of a leaked tape in which plot to oust the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) is being hatched. IGP George Akuffo Dampare, although not heard in any part of the tape had a lithany of allegations …
Read More »Take advantage of the limited registration exercise and register – Bawumia
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Vice President of Ghana, has urged eligible Ghanaians, especially those who have just turned 18 and adults who have not yet registered, to participate in the Limited Voter Registration operation. The exercise which started on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, is expected to end on October 12, 2023. The …
Read More »Leaked tape probe: 10 top allegations IGP Dampare dispelled
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) George Akuffo Dampare appeared before the Parliamentary Committee probing the leaked tape in which some colleagues are allegedly plotting his ouster from office. The Samuel Atta Akyea-led Committee (September 12) fielded questions to the IGP in the presence of three earlier witnesses – COP Geroge Alex …
Read More »Jordan Ayew overtakes his father Abedi Pele in goals scored for Ghana
Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew achieved a new milestone in his career, surpassing his father’s goal-scoring record for the Black Stars. With a performance in the 3-1 victory over Liberia on Tuesday, Ayew not only secured the win but also etched his name in Ghanaian football history. Entering the game …
Read More »OSP files motion for seizure of Cecilia Dapaah’s accounts, assets
The Office of the Special Prosecutor led by Kissi Agyebeng has again filed an originating motion at the High Court seeking confirmation of seizure and freezing orders of financial assets of former Sanitation Minister, Cecilia Dapaah. The motion filed on Monday, September 11, is expected to be heard on October 18, 2023 in …
Read More »Cocoa sector is near collpase, farmers do not have any welfare – Association
The Ghana National Association of Cocoa Farmers has demanded better welfare for farmers. The association says several cocoa farmers live in abject poverty. The Public Relations Officer for the Association, Nana Yaa Asantewaa, said their welfare has not been prioritised by the government. She lamented that the producer price of …
Read More »He is nailing them! – Bridget Otoo cheers IGP after public hearing
TV presenter and media personality Bridget Otoo has shared her thoughts on the ongoing controversy surrounding the Inspector General of Police (IGP). This was after allegations that the IGP collaborated with a member of the NPP party to secretly record a conversation involving senior police officers discussing his removal from office. Two …
Read More »Egyptians divided over recent niqab ban at schools
The Egyptian government has banned female students from wearing the niqab, a face-covering veil, at schools, according to state-owned media. Education Minister Reda Hegazy’s statement, released on Monday and quoted by the government-owned Ahram newspaper, said students have an “optional” right to choose if they will cover their hair at …
Read More »Man allegedly kills his wife after accusing her of an extramarital affair
Sister Afia, a trader in the Ashanti Region, was allegedly beaten to death by her husband, whose name has not been revealed. The suspect allegedly attacked the wife with a machete. However, details available indicate that the suspect was extremely aggressive and repeatedly abused the woman. Before the sad incident, …
Read More »Drama in court after couple are jailed 25 years for stealing
A businessman aggressively challenged a Circuit court judge after he was sentenced to 15 years imprisonment on the charges of conspiracy to steal, abetment of crime and money laundering. Immediately the Judgement was read, Frank Kwesi Obeng reportedly asked: “Please do you know me somewhere, why have you given me …
Read More »Any alternative aside NPP will spell doom for Ghana – Catherine Afeku
Catherine Abelema Afeku, former New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker and 2024 parliamentary aspirant for the Evalue Ajomoro Gwira Constituency, has stated that the party must do all it takes to remain in power after the 2024 polls. She is of the view that any alternative aside from the NPP will …
Read More »Oversubscription of treasury bills at high interest rates does not make sense – Joe Jackson
The Director of Business Operations at Dalex Finance, Joe Jackson, has bemoaned the high-interest rates on treasury bills in recent times. According to him, it does not make economic sense for the government to be borrowing at such high rates while investors also lend at such high rates. He said …
Read More »It’s too early for our friends from the international community to be singing praises – Seth Terkper
A former Finance Minister, Seth Terkper, has asked the international community and even the government to be measured in celebrating the country’s efforts in achieving economic recovery. According to him, the economic indicators show that the country is not yet out of the woods and will be too soon to be …
Read More »Jean Mensa, Bossman Asare cited for contempt amid limited voter registration dispute
Ayitah Precious, a resident of Otsebleku near Afienya in the Greater Accra Region, has taken legal action against the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensa, and Deputy Chairman Bossman Asare, alleging contempt of court in the ongoing limited voter registration dispute. In a sworn affidavit, Ayitah Precious, the applicant, made several …
Read More »Check out Hearts of Oak new kits for 2023/2024 season
Ghana football giants, Hearts of Oak, have released their new kits for the upcoming 2023/24 season which is set to commence this weekend. Traditionally known as the rainbow club, the Phobians’ new home kit, predominantly features a striking red colour complemented by a subtle touch of blue and stylish yellow …
Read More »‘Stay stingy to stay rich’ – Akon advises
Senegalese-American singer Akon has shared a piece of controversial advice about wealth. According to him, people have to be stingy to stay rich. He revealed this during his appearance on the Impulsive Podcast. He boldly claimed to be “the stingiest man on the planet” and suggested that being stingy is …
Read More »Salma Mumin, other Ghanaian actors spotted spraying cash at a nightclub in Nigeria
Ghanaian actors, including Salma Mumin, John Dumelo, and others have been spotted at a nightclub in Abuja, Nigeria, spraying cash as they were having fun. Notable Ghanaian celebrities who were sighted were Salma Mumin, John Dumelo, and Haillie Sumney who made it ‘rain’ inside the nightclub over the weekend. John …
Read More »Nigerian refugees in Cameroon find solace in trees
Luka Isaac Batakwa reminisced about the scary night when he lost his four relatives when gunmen belonging to the terror group Boko Haram raided his village in Nigeria. He had seen and had enough and made up his mind to flee to neighbouring Cameroon. There, he joined thousands of other …
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