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Akufo-Addo to receive NSMQ 2020 champions at Jubilee House today

His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo will today October 14, host six-time winners of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Presbyterian Boys SHS at the Jubilee House at 4:00 pm. Presec-Legon, “the undisputed kings of the competition”, represented by Daniel Gakpetor, Benjamin Quansah and Isaac Gyamfi, defeated Adisadel College and Opoku …

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Govt pulls down buildings on American House-Adjiringanor road

The Ministry of Roads and Highways has spearheaded the pulling down of structures on land reserved to develop an alternative road to ease the traffic congestion on the American-House-Adjiringanor road. The Minister of the Sector, Mr Kwasi Amoako-Attah, who directed the exercise on Tuesday on a visit to inspect progress …

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Herdsman kills woman at Mafi-Agoe

A woman in her late 50s has been killed by a young Fulani herdsman early Wednesday dawn at Mafi-Agoea, a rural community in the Central Tongu district of the Volta region. The suspect, a young Fulani herdsman, believed to be in his late 20s is said to be a customer …

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NPP kicks out Fomena MP, writes to Parliament to seek his expulsion

The New Patriotic Party has served notice that it has written to Parliament seeking the expulsion of its Member of Parliament for Fomena, Amoako Andrew Asiamah from the august house. In a statement signed by General Secretary John Boadu, the party says the MP by his decision to contest as an independent candidate …

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CK Akonnor hints at next set of players for 2022 AFCON qualifiers

Black Stars of Ghana head coach Charles Akonnor has hinted that he might call-up the likes of Kudus, John Antwi, Richard Ofori and Agbenyenu for next month’s 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sudan. Ghana played against neighbours Mali and Asian Champions, Qatar in two separate friendly games in Antalya, Turkey, ahead …

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Mahama to visit slain Mfantseman MP’s family today

Former President John Mahama will today visit the family of the slain Mfantseman lawmaker Ekow Quansah Hayford to commiserate with them over his passing. The visit comes as the NDC flagbearer begins a five-day campaign tour of the Central region. Mr Mahama who is arriving in the region shortly after …

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[VIDEO]: Diana Asamoah in big mess over NPP’s motto

Popular Ghanaian gospel musician, Diana Asamoah, has cracked the ribs of her fans again with another video in which she was seen trying to express herself in English. She was having an interview with TV Africa where she wanted to promote her political party, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) motto. …

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Tension at ATL as workers issue death threats over pay cuts

There is heightened tension at the Akosombo Industrial Company Limited formerly the Akosombo Textiles Limited as some disgruntled employees issue death threats over service conditions. The aggrieved staff are asking management to immediately halt the 5 percent pay cut introduced in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic or face their wrath. In …

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Gov’t Orders NCCE To Return 25 Vehicles Meant For Covid-19 Campaign

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) says government has ordered the commission to return 25 of its 50 vehicles meant for the COVID-19 safety campaign. The commission in June 2020 received 50 Isuzu vehicles from the government to support its public education campaign on COVID-19. Speaking to journalists on …

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SEC issues new minimum capital requirement for operators

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has on Tuesday, October 13 issued new capital requirements for market operators in the Ghanaian capital market industry. The new directive in accordance with Section 209 of the Securities Industry Act 2016, (Act 929) is in line with the Commission’s mandate of regulating and …

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17-year-old student jailed 10 years for defilement

A 17-year-old student at Bakaano, who was among a gang of four that defiled a 13-year old girl has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment with hard labour by a Cape Coast Circuit Court. The convict, (name withheld), pleaded guilty simplicita to the charge of defilement contrary to section 101(2) …

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Supreme Court to hear Kennedy Agyapong’s contempt plea today

The Supreme Court will later today, Wednesday, October 14, 2020, hear the application by Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong for intervention in his contempt trial ongoing at the High Court. Mr. Agyapong applied to the apex court to exercise its supervisory jurisdiction over the lower courts and …

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End Sars protest: Nigeria police to free all protesters

Nigeria’s police chief has ordered the unconditional release of all demonstrators arrested during protests against police brutality. This was a key demand of protesters who have rallied against the hated Special Anti-Robbery Squad (Sars) in major cities for seven days. Amnesty International said that 10 people were killed in the …

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Avram Grant hails Partey’s talent

Former Premier League manager Avram Grant has said Thomas Partey has a great talent with the right mentality which has made him a better player. Grant, who gave new Arsenal signing Thomas Partey his first international cap in 2017, is impressed with how he has improved in all areas of his game. “When you …

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Wendy Shay to fight FDA, Gaming Commission at Human Rights Court

Songstress Wendy Shay says she is heading to the Human Rights Court to sue the Food And Drugs Authority(FDA) and the Gaming Commission for banning celebrities from endorsing alcoholic products and betting companies. The FDA has barred Ghanaian celebrities from advertising alcoholic products in the country. Recently, the Gaming Commission also banned …

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