Body scarification or body modification was an integral part of African culture that helped distinguish one person from the other in ancient Africa and is still a part of many African cultures in modern times. For the ancient African, names were not enough identification. For them, body scarification served a …
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He’ll become worse than this if he doesn’t change – Charles Taylor descends on Afriyie Barnieh
Former Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko forward Charles Taylor says Black Meteors forward Daniel Afriyie Barnieh has lost focus and should sit up. Barnieh who leads Ghana’sU23 team saw only 45 minutes of action when the Black Meteors picked up a 3-2 victory over Congo in their opening game …
Read More »Afriyie Barnieh should not start again – How Ghanaians reacted to Black Meteors’ win against Congo
Ghanaians on social media, specifically Twitter, have suggested that Black Meteors skipper, Daniel Afriyie Barneih should be dropped to in Ghana U-23’s subsequent games at the ongoing 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations. The demand follows the former Hearts of Oak striker’s abysmal performance against Congo at the Prince Moulay …
Read More »Three national team talents endorsed by Asamoah Gyan
Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan’s eye for talent has become topical on social media. Gyan has been acknowledged and lauded for bringing to light seemly unnoticed players who go on to become vital members of national teams. Ghanaians’ admiration for Gyan’s effort comes on the heels of Emmanuel Yeboah’s spectacular performance for …
Read More »Retired referee Philip Lomotey passes on during Division Two League playoff final in Ho
A retired referee named Philip Lomotey collapsed and died during the Volta Regional Division Two League final between Inter Allies and Home Stars at the Ho Sports Stadium on Sunday, June 25. According to eyewitness accounts, the departed officer was an instructor at the Ho regional police training school and …
Read More »Why Nacee was sacked from home
Nacee, in an interview on The Delay Show shared how he was sacked from home because he questioned his family’s religious way of practice. The gospel musician explained that growing up, his family had one of the most popular churches named, Except the Lord Healing Church, which was situated in …
Read More »Kwaku Manu opens up about loneliness and divorce
Kumawood actor Kwaku Manu has opened up about the challenges he has faced in his personal and professional lives. In a video shared by YouTuber Hello Frank, he revealed that he has been dealing with backbiting, bad experiences in the movie industry, and the loss of friendships. “For the past seven years, …
Read More »DESILT YOUR GUTTERS OR YOU RISK LOSING YOUR LIVES AND PROPERTIES TO FLOODING : Hassan Ayariga
Founder and Leader of the All Peoples Congress (APC) Dr. Hassan Ayariga, has enjoined Ghanaians to desilt gutters of their streets in their neighbourhood to avoid flooding. He intimated that, flooding has become perinial in almost every suburb of our towns and cities in Ghana. Dr. Ayariga, made this …
Read More »Assin North: We would vote for Gyakye Quayson even if he will be jailed for another by-election – Residents
Some residents of the Assin North Constituency are unperturbed about the possibility of the ousted Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, James Gyakye Quayson, being jailed because of his ongoing criminal trial. In a viral video sighted by GhanaWeb, the residents stated they would vote for Gyakye Quayson regardless of the outcome of …
Read More »UBA, PAPSS partner to enhance cross-border payments across Africa
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, a leading financial institution in Africa, and the Pan African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing the settlement of cross-border transactions throughout Africa. This pivotal collaboration was formalized …
Read More »Energy Ministry descends on Captain Smart over attacks on NAPO
The Minister of Energy has responded to attacks on the sector’s minister; Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), by broadcaster Godsbrain Smart; popularly known as Captain Smart, over the discussions on the government finding a partner for the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR). According to the ministry, the allegation of wrongdoings on the side …
Read More »‘The world will come to know the truth and my story will be heard’ – Hajia4Reall as she marks her birthday
In a post meant to celebrate her birthday on June 26, 2023, Hajia4Reall has stated that she will soon be vindicated. The Ghanaian socialite, who is currently facing a trial in the United States over an alleged involvement in a $ 2 million romance scam, has taken to social media …
Read More »2023 BET Awards Winners: Full list
The 2023 BET Awards are a wrap! Six awards were given out on Sunday night’s (June 25) telecast, with Latto accepting best female hip-hop artist and Coco Jones accepting best new artist in person. Teyana Taylor‘s mother, Nikki, accepted her daughter’s award and even called her up via FaceTime during …
Read More »4 things to expect when you date a broke guy
Being broke and being in love is not always a bad thing. While ladies would always say they can’t date broke guys, there are those that don’t mind doing so. That he does not have a job at the moment or that he’s down on his luck does not disqualify …
Read More »I’ll appoint Gyakye Quayson as minister if I win 2024 polls – Mahama
Former President and flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has made a firm commitment to appoint James Gyakye Quayson as a minister if he is elected president once again in the upcoming 2024 polls. Mahama conveyed this assurance during a gathering with Assin North constituents over the weekend, …
Read More »Wagner revolt in Russia dims outlook for its operations in Africa
A revolt by the Wagner force in Russia poses a diplomatic quandary for Mali and Central African Republic (CAR), where forces from the mercenary group have played an increasingly central role in long-running internal conflicts. As the Wagner fighters barrelled towards Moscow on Saturday after seizing a southern city overnight, …
Read More »Rihanna steps down as CEO of Savage X Fenty
Musician and cosmetics billionaire Robyn “Rihanna” Fenty has announced her decision to step down as CEO of Savage X Fenty, the lingerie brand she co-founded in 2018. After leading the company for over five years, Rihanna will now take on the role of executive chair, paving the way for Hillary …
Read More »Head of NLC Greater Accra Regional Secretariat advocates for a national living wage policy at latest UKGCC webinar
Mr. Stephen Osei-kissi, Head of the Greater Accra Regional Secretariat of the National Labour Commission (NLC) has advocated for Ghanaian workers to be paid a living wage during the UKGCC’s latest webinar on ‘Navigating Ghana’s Labour Laws and Regulations’. According to Mr. Osei-Kissi, the living wage considers …
Read More »UBA Partners AfCFTA, invest $6bn to finance Small and Medium-scale Enterprises in Africa
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, on Monday, signed an agreement with the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat to invest $6billion as funding for African Small and Medium Enterprises within the next three years. A breakdown of the $6bn investment shows that a …
Read More »Watch moment Akufo-Addo met Akua Donkor at NPP rally in Assin North
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo graced the final rally of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Assin North on June 25 ahead of the June 27 by-election. He drummed support for the NPP’s Charles Opoku stating that he was by far a better candidate than James Gyakye Quayson of the …
Read More »God Bless Me To Be a Blessing To Ghana As President – Joe Ghartey (video)
The flagbearer aspirant of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Hon. Joe Ghartey, has observed that his desire to lead Ghana as President is not for personal gain but rather to be a blessing to Ghanaians, especially ordinary men, women and youth from all over the country. The …
Read More »NPP Vibrates As Joe Ghartey Files To Be Flagbearer (video)
The national headquarters of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and its surroundings came to a complete standstill on Saturday, June 24, 2023, as Hon. Joe Ghartey, turned up to file his nomination form to contest the elephant party’s upcoming presidential primaries. Hon. Ghartey arrived at the …
Read More »Gyakye Quayson is on the same path as Dramani Sakande – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has declared that the people of Assin North deserve a Member of Parliament who is not dogged by court cases. He was speaking on June 25 at the final rally of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Fosu where the party tasked supporters to turn …
Read More »Most banks have signed up to use armoured bullion vans starting July 1 – ABOG
Alhaji Iddi Sumaila, President of the Association of Bullion Operators Ghana (ABOG), has disclosed that starting July 1, 2023, only armoured bullion vans will be used. According to him, no soft-skinned vehicle will be utilised to convey cash. He stated that the Association is dedicated to ensuring that all banks …
Read More »As Christians await Christ, so are Ghanaians awaiting John Mahama – Assin chief declares
Nana Kontuhene, Nana Akoto Owia, a chief in the Assin area has declared former president John Dramani Mahama as the incoming president of Ghana with months to the 2024 polls. Addressing a gathering in Assin Domenase where Mahama and his entourage were president he stressed that just as Christians were …
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