Police Minister Bheki Cele says the release of former President Jacob Zuma on remission is within he South African law. This follows criticism by some opposition parties and ordinary South Africans who say its unlawful and the timing is questionable. The Department of Correctional Services says this is part of their programme …
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60% of Menzgold customers ineligible for payment after validation process – NAM1
Chief Executive Officer of defunct Menzgold Ghana Limited, Nana Appiah Mensah, otherwise known as NAM1 has said over 60% of customers are ineligible for payment after the validation process. He said the claims submitted by these affected customers were fraught with several flaws. In a statement sighted by GhanaWeb, NAM1 said the defects …
Read More »DVLA sacks three, interdicts 13 staff
The Board Chairman of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Frank Davies, has revealed that his outfit has sacked three and interdicted thirteen of their staff, with others facing termination of their appointments citing indiscipline issues, Graphiconline.com reports. According to the board chairman, the authority would not protect any …
Read More »No Ghanaian artiste can currently compare him, herself to Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid including myself – Shatta Wale
Dancehall King, Shatta Wale has intimated no Ghanaian artiste, including himself can compare to the current status of Nigerian artistes like Davido, Burna Boy, and Wizkid. According to him the trajectory of these Nigerian artistes have is as a result of the positive support they receive from their kinsmen. The musician was responding …
Read More »Ethiopia cracks down on gay sex in hotels
Ethiopian authorities say they have been cracking down on hotels, bars and entertainment joints in the capital city where it alleges gay sexual activities are taking place. The Addis Ababa Peace and Security Administration Bureau, a government body, said it was taking action “against institutions where homosexual acts are being …
Read More »Brothers at ‘war’: Niger citizens bear the brunt of ECOWAS sanctions
Three weeks ago, Badamasi Mohammed left his wife and two children in Maradi, Niger’s second-largest city for a trip to Kano, about 300km away (186 miles) in northwestern Nigeria. But since August 5, the 30-year-old freight truck driver has been stuck like more than 20 other trucks, at the Jibiya …
Read More »Uganda defiant after World Bank halts funding over anti-LGBTQ law
President Yoweri Museveni has criticised the World Bank’s decision to suspend new funding to Uganda in response to a harsh anti-LGBTQ law and has promised to find alternative sources of credit. Museveni, who has been in office since 1986, said in a statement on Thursday that Uganda was trying to …
Read More »C/R: Farmer busted for impregnating biological daughter, having sex with in-law
A farmer believed to in mid late 40s has been busted by the Chiefs and elders of Twifu Amampoma in the Twifu Atti-Morkwaa District in the Central Region for impregnating his biological daughter and having sex with his mother in-law. It has been established that the suspect has had sex …
Read More »FULL TEXT: What IMF said about BoG’s GH¢60 billion DDEP-induced loss
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has justified the Bank of Ghana’s GH¢60 billion impairment loss recorded in the 2022 fiscal year. The Bretton Wood institution in a post captured on its website about Ghana on August 10, 2023 said there is no cause for alarm. It upheld the position that the Bank of Ghana suffered …
Read More »Prophet Kofi Oduro is my junior when it comes to pastoral work – Prophet Kumchacha
Prophet Kumchacha has revealed how old he is when it comes to doing the work of God. In a new interview with ZionFelix, the controversial prophet claimed he has been serving his maker as a pastor/prophet for about 33 years now. He made this statement when talking about his issue with Prophet Kofi …
Read More »Ghana risks losing LGBTQ investors, others – US Ambassador warns
Virginia Palmer, the US ambassador to Ghana has celebrated the tolerance of Ghana and Ghanaians cautioning against looming discrimination especially against the LGBTQ community. She said the country was strong and a stable destination for investment largely because of interfaith and interethnic tolerance. Ambassador Palmer, however, cautioned that discrimination against …
Read More »17-year-old boy allegedly caught having sex with pregnant dog – Report
A young man of about 17 years has been apprehended for allegedly having sex with a pregnant dog in Wassa Adesu in the Amenfi East municipality of the Western region. The incident, was reported by Oyerepa FM’s Western regional correspondent during the Midday News on August 10, 2023. According to …
Read More »Otumfuo destools chief of Bekwai-Abodom over ‘abandonment’ of stool, galamsey
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has destooled Nana Saforo Koto, the Chief of Bekwai-Abodom. The destoolment is as a result of Nana Saforo Koto’s inability to defend himself against nearly 20 charges presented by concerned residents within his community. The charges against him predominantly revolve around the alleged unrestricted …
Read More »Sarkodie can never be bigger than me in his entire life – Shatta Wale insists
Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, has claimed that his colleague, Sarkodie, can never be on the same level as him. He said this on Showbiz Today on Empire 102.7fm on Wednesday, August 8, after being questioned about his diss song to entertainment pundit Ola Michael. Ola had earlier on the United Showbiz …
Read More »Anas, Tsikata, Naana Jane, Chief of Staff: NDC, NPP ‘unite’ at Kwesi Pratt’s 70th birthday bash
A plush birthday was held in Accra on August 9, 2023 at the Sky Bar for Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr. The birthday bash was for his 70th anniversary and was organized by his family. It was, however, very well attended especially by prominent public personalities …
Read More »‘Sarkodie aided an abortion, Stonebwoy pulled a gun on stage’ – Shatta Wale on diplomatic passport merit
Shatta Wale has wondered why he is usually the target of critics when his other colleagues are as imperfect as he is. According to the dancehall artiste, he has been trademarked as the ‘king of controversies’ when the likes of Stonebwoy and Sarkodie have been involved in more damning scandals. Shatta’s comments are in reaction …
Read More »Send your grievances to Ashanti Regional Health Directorate – GHS Boss tells angry Kumasi South Hospital workers
The Director General of Ghana Health Service (GHS) Dr Patrick Kuma Aboagye has urged the Members of Health Workers Union at the Kumasi South Hospital to report any grievance they have on the posting of former Chief Executive Officer for Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr oheneba Owusu Danso to the …
Read More »Concerned bettors reject 10% tax on wins
Concerned Betters of Ghana (CBOG) has rejected the implementation of 10% tax on all betting, games and lottery wins announced by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) served a notice that 10% withholding tax on all gross gaming winnings from August 15, 2023. The …
Read More »Big buttocks can contribute to arthritis – Dr. Sheriff Okyere
A medical practitioner at the Amen Scientific Center, Dr. Okyere Sheriff has mentioned how large or big buttocks can contribute to arthritis. Arthritis is a health condition where one’s joints (where two bones meet) are inflamed. It could either affect the elbows or the knees. Dr. Sheriff, while speaking on …
Read More »‘This is just a plain cult’ – Watch Nigerian journalist’s undercover report at Agradaa’s church
A Nigerian atheist and content creator, Gbenga Adewoyin has published an undercover video revealing some happenings at the church of former fetish priestess and founder of Heaven Way Gospel International Church, Evangelist Patricia Oduro Koranteng popularly known as Nana Agradaa. With a strong record in “exposing” religious myths and the perpetrators …
Read More »Shatta Wale disses Ola Michael in new song, attacks his wife
Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, has replied to Ola Micheal after the latter said the former does not deserve a diplomatic passport. Earlier during a discussion on United Showbiz, Ola Micheal reacted to calls by the former French ambassador to Ghana, Ann-Sophie Ave, to grant artistes like Shatta Wale, Sarkodie, and Stonebwoy diplomatic passports as …
Read More »Twitter fined $350,000 for delaying to grant search warrant for Trump’s account in Jan. 6 probe
The U.S. special counsel investigating former US president Donald Trump obtained a search warrant for his Twitter account in January and the company delayed complying, according to a U.S. appeals court opinion published on Wednesday, August 9. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit affirmed …
Read More »You can leave the club this summer – PSG tell Neymar
Brazilian superstar, Neymar has reportedly been told that he can leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer. The former Barcelona forward is one of five players who were informed that they are not needed, during meetings with manager Luis Enrique and sporting director Luis Campos. It comes following reports earlier this week …
Read More »CAF to investigate Cameroon FA President Samuel Eto’o for improper conduct
African football ruling body, Confederation of African Football (CAF) has said it has received written statements from football stakeholders in Cameroon to investigate FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto’o for alleged improper conduct. In a statement released on Wednesday, August 9, CAF said it is looking into these requests based on and …
Read More »What Can Slowly Damage Your Heart
The heart is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. It is responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood to various parts of the body, ensuring proper functioning of all systems. However, many of us unknowingly make mistakes that can slowly damage our heart over time. In …
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