UBA Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has once again taken a remarkable step towards promoting sustainability and fostering Africa’s green revolution. Following the footsteps of the Chairman of UBA Plc, the foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental preservation in line …
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Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles files for divorce from second husband Richard Lawson
After 8 years of marriage, Beyoncé‘s mother Tina Knowles-Lawson has filed for divorce from her second husband Richard Lawson. According to TMZ, Tina filed for the divorce on Wednesday on the grounds of irreconcilable differences and stated the date of separation as Tuesday. The 69-year-old in the divorce documents …
Read More »Ofori-Atta defamation suit: Court awards GH¢5,000 cost against Captain Smart for delay in filing defence
An Accra High Court has slapped a cost fine of GH¢ 5,000 on Blessed Godsbrain Smart (aka Captain Smart), the host of Maakye on Onua TV and Onua FM, for failing to timely file a defense in the defamation case brought by the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, against him. According to …
Read More »US$114K, £800, other huge sums of money stolen from a lawyer’s residence at Airport Residential
Eight individuals have been apprehended and presented before an Accra Circuit Court in connection with an alleged robbery at a lawyer’s residence in the Airport Residential area of Accra. Thechronicle.com.gh reports that the incident involved the theft of US$114,500, £800, GH¢50,000, and €3,000 from a trunk located inside the lawyer’s …
Read More »Understanding Diabetes: Causes, types, and management
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels resulting from when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood glucose. This condition can have severe implications for one’s health, …
Read More »LIVESTREAMED: Kufuor, Mahama attend National Development Conference
The Church of Pentecost is holding a National Development Conference. The 2-day event is on the theme, “Moral Vision and National Development Conference.” The opening session on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, is currently underway. In attendance are former presidents John Agyekum Kufuor, John Dramani Mahama, the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo; and the …
Read More »‘Never date a girl that knows too many boys’ – Burna Boy’s post ignites conversations
A 2012 post made by Grammy Award-winning singer, Burna Boy, has sparked conversations after it resurfaced on social media. The self-acclaimed ‘African Giant’, in the post shared on his Twitter page, warned men not to date women who are associated with numerous men. According to Burna Boy, it is dangerous for a …
Read More »Tension in Niger as soldiers blockade presidential palace, ministries
Reports have emerged of soldiers blockading the presidential palace and several ministries in Niger’s capital, Niamey. According to BBC reports, there were no shots fired during the incident, but the motive behind the blockade remains unclear. President Mohamed Bazoum is said to be in his residence with his family, while …
Read More »I was fulfilled to see my ex-husband – Ohemaa Mercy
Gospel musician and the pioneer of the Tehilla concert, Ohemaa Mercy has mentioned how fulfilling she was when she saw her ex-husband, Twum-Ampofo at the launch of the 10th edition of her Tehilla concert. According to her, she was taken aback and excited when she saw Twum-Ampofo at the concert, giving credit …
Read More »NPP Super Delegates: Ken Agyapong picks number 1 on ballot paper, Alan, Bawumia grab 2 and 10
The New Patriotic Party has determined the positions of candidates on its ballot paper for the party’s upcoming presidential primary super delegates conference. Having cleared ten flagbearer hopefuls for the primary, the party, together with the Electoral Commission, balloted for the candidates’ positions on Wednesday, 26th July 2023. According to …
Read More »Senyo Hosi resigns as convener of Individual bondholders
Convener of the Individual Bondholders forum, Senyo Hosi, has announced his resignation which is to take effect from July 31, 2023. He noted he is not unable to continue serving as he may not be able to commit as much time and effort. Read his resignation below The past seven …
Read More »‘Oh wow!’ – Efya reacts to report of new cash stashed at Cecilia Dapaah’s home
Songstress Efya Nokturnal has reacted to a TV3 report that more monies had been found at the home of embattled former sanitation minister, Cecilia Abena Dapaah. The station’s reporter Eric Mawuena Egbeta, said sources within the Office of the Special Prosecutr (OSP) had told TV3 that it took them five …
Read More »Dormaahene hauled before Judicial Council over comment on Quayson trial
The Paramount Chief of the Dormaa Traditional Area, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II who doubles as a High Court judge has been hauled before the Judicial Council over recent comments he made on a case before the courts. His appearance according to reports is on the back of his comment …
Read More »BBC apologises after reporter asked Moroccan captain if there are gay players in their team
The BBC has apologized for an “inappropriate” question one of its reporters asked the captain of the Morocco women’s national team. At a media conference ahead of Morocco’s Women’s World Cup opener against Germany, a reporter from the British news organization’s World Service asked Ghizlane Chebbak: “In Morocco, it’s illegal …
Read More »UK court orders ex-Nigeria governor’s lawyer to pay $36 million
A London court has issued a judgment compelling the lawyer of a former Nigerian governor to pay approximately $36 million (£28 million) for his role in aiding the concealment of illicit funds. Back in 2010, Bhadresh Gohil was found guilty of money laundering, linked to his assistance to the former …
Read More »Togo attempts laying claim to Volta Lake
The Republic of Togo has attempted to lay claim to the Volta Lake, the Managing Director of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), Dr Clifford Braimah, has revealed. He said this stems from Ghana’s uncompromising position in talks over the Sogakofe-Lome Transboundary Water Supply Project. Dr Braimah made the disclosure, …
Read More »Dr. Bawumia is naturally brilliant – Kennedy Agyapong says in another throwback video
Another viral video of NPP Flagbearership hopeful, Kennedy Agyapong has emerged, in which the MP is seen showering praises on the brilliance of Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. The Assin North MP, who is among 10 aspirants seeking to be elected flagbearer of the NPP for next year’s elections, has mainly focused his …
Read More »I can return to the Black Queens – Mercy Tagoe hints
Former Black Queens head coach, Mercy Tagoe says she will not rule out a return to handle Ghana’s senior women’s team (Black Queens). Having managed the Queens from 2019 to 2023, Madam Tagoe led the team to victory in the maiden edition of the West Africa Football Union Zone B tournament …
Read More »Yusif Chibsah lists the things he bought with Asante Kotoko signing-on fee
Former Asante Kotoko midfielder, Yussif Chibsah has disclosed that he bought three plots of land in Accra after receiving a bumper signing-on fee from Kotoko. The former Black Stars player revealed that Asante Kotoko gave him GH₵50 million to lure him to sign for the club in 2003 at the …
Read More »Top 8 highest-paid African footballers
Football is by far the most popular sport globally. Like other continents, Africa hasn’t been left behind in producing some of football’s best players. Apart from representing their countries these players, have joined various top clubs where they are not being left out when it comes to hefty paychecks. In …
Read More »‘Something significant’ found by OSP during search in Cecilia Dapaah’s house – Report
The ongoing investigations of the former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Dapaah, by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has revealed ‘something significant’ from the suspect’s house. This was contained in a news report published on citinewsroom.com, and sourced from a close source to the website. According to …
Read More »Parliament repeals death penalty, replaces it with life imprisonment
Ghana’s Parliament on Tuesday (July 25) passed the Criminal Offences (Amendment), Bill, 2022, which seeks to abolish the Death Penalty. When the President assents to the Bill, Ghana will now join the league of nations, which have replaced the Death Penalty with life imprisonment. The object of the Private Members’ …
Read More »Adisadel dismisses student over viral video of violent assault on junior
Adisadel College has announced the outright dismissal of a student captured in a viral tape violently assaulting a junior in a dormitory. A statement posted on the school’s Twitter account stated that the culprit, a final year student, will be outrightly dismissed and will only write his final exams with …
Read More »Otumfuo demonstrates the beauty of Ashanti cultural dance at 5th Akwasidae for 2023
The Ashanti Kingdom celebrated its 5th Akwasidae for 2023 on Sunday, July 23, 2023. The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as usual, displayed the beautiful culture of the Akan people to the world. A video shared by the Royal Palace Multimedia showed the overlord of the Ashanti Kingdom displaying some …
Read More »Nigerian jailed 10 years for attempt to smuggle cocaine into Ghana
A Nigerian national based in Brazil, Ernest Nnajuiba Ukechukwu, has been jailed 10 years by an Accra High Court. The judgement was handed down on 13 July 2023 when the court found him guilty for possession and attempted smuggling of cocaine weighing 16568.83 grams into Ghana. He was arrested in …
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