The National Identification Authority (NIA) has disclosed that another Nigerian called Usman Emmanuel has been prosecuted for posing as a Ghanaian to register for the GhanaCard. According to the NIA, Usman Emmanuel after presenting a valid Ghanaian Birth Certificate successfully went through the registration process and was left with the …
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Asuboi accident: Two students confirmed dead, two others unaccounted for – UEW
The University of Education Winneba (UEW) has confirmed two of its students have died from the Asuboi accident that occurred on Sunday dawn contrary to reports that nine students died. According to the university, two other students cannot be accounted for. The university is, however, investigating to find the whereabouts …
Read More »Two unknown lifeless bodies found within a week in Ho
Residents in the Volta regional capital Ho are currently living in fear following the discovery of some two unknown dead bodies at different locations. On Wednesday, March 9, residents around Mirage-UHAS new community found a lifeless body wrapped in a black polybag under a bridge on the Sokode Etoe – …
Read More »Five reasons Nigeria should be scared of Ghana
Every Nigerian could have said with his chest out that Ghana would be no match for the Super Eagles at the time of the World Cup playoffs draw. But now, the tie looks more open and Nigeria head coach, Augustine Eguavoen will be scratching his head and thinking deep on …
Read More »Ghana is the most stable country for business – Ghana High Commissioner to South Africa
Ghana serves as the entry point to the sub-region for business opportunities, The Ghana High Commission to South Africa, His Excellency Charles Asuako Owiredu has said. According to him, Ghana is the most stable country in West Africa and the climate is good. ” Look at the surrounding countries, others …
Read More »Broken- Hearted Husband sets himself ablaze in his car over cheating
A sad story that has caught the attention of many social media users reports how a broken-hearted husband set himself ablaze after his wife refused to come and sleep at home. Commentary surrounding the devastating story confirms that the deceased husband whose name has been given as Venus Amimo has …
Read More »Paying bribes to be recruited into security services is a ‘national disease’ – War veteran
World War II veteran, ex-Lance Corporal Wisdom Edmond Kudowor, has stated that the current recruitment process for the various security agencies in Ghana has become so bad. According to him, the practice of having to pay brides before one gets the opportunity to serve in security agencies is a “national …
Read More »Another gory accident kills five on Accra-Kumasi Highway
At least five (5) passengers have been confirmed dead in another fatal accident on Accra to Kumasi Highway. The accident occurred at Kwahu Oframase near Nkawkaw on Sunday. The suspect driver Shadrack Boadu, 23 was in charge of a Mercedes Sprinter bus with registration number GC 6521 – 21 with …
Read More »Teachers ordered to pay rent for occupying gov’t bungalows
The Ghana Education Service in the Western Region has served notice to teachers in the area to brace up for a 10 per cent deduction from their salaries for occupying government bungalows. In a letter sighted by Starrfm.com.gh, the Director of Education in the Western Region, Mrs. Felicia Agyeibea Okai referred …
Read More »SHS driver who assaulted sex worker arrested
The Central Regional Police Command has arrested a 42-year-old driver who was captured in a viral video assaulting an alleged female sex worker. GhanaWeb on Saturday, March 12, 2022, reported on the said viral video in which the driver now identified as Godwin Bayor alias Yaw, was captured by an …
Read More »Barack Obama tests positive for COVID-19
Former United States President Barack Obama has tested positive for COVID-19. The news was posted by himself on his social media handles late Sunday, March 13, 2022. The post read: “I just tested positive for COVID. I’ve had a scratchy throat for a couple days, but am feeling fine otherwise.” …
Read More »54-year-old painter jailed 20 years for defiling, impregnating girlfriend’s daughter
A painter, who defiled his girlfriend’s 13-year- old daughter, has been sentenced to 20 years imprisonment by an Adentan Circuit Court. Fred Acquaye, 54, is said to have defiled the victim on two occasions after his girlfriend had gone to church. Charged with defilement, Acquaye pleaded guilty with explanation. He …
Read More »How Nigeria seized over 8,600kg of loud cannabis transloaded via Ghana on March 6
Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, recently reported a huge seizure of Cannabis sativa, also known as loud cannabis, at a container terminal in its commercial capital, Lagos. Details of the said consignment showed that it had transited through Ghana before arriving at its eventual destination. The local PUNCH …
Read More »Oliver Barker-Vormawor back in court today
The case involving the #FixTheCountry Movement convener Oliver Barker-Vormawor, is expected to be heard at the Ashaiman District Court later today [Monday, March 14, 2022]. Mr. Vormawor is facing the charge of treason felony over allegations that he has instigated members of his group to overthrow the government. He has …
Read More »Passengers injured in accident on Bimbilla-Yendi road
Several passengers on board a bus from Kpandai to Saboba have sustained varied degrees of injuries after the vehicle they were travelling in got involved in an accident on the Bimbilla-Yendi road. According to eyewitnesses, the victims, which included children, have been rushed to the Yendi hospital. The car is …
Read More »Highlights: Asante Kotoko beat Bibiani Gold Stars 5-0 in Kumasi
Asante Kotoko maintained their hold on the summit of the Ghana Premier League after cruising to a resounding 5-0 victory against Bibiani Gold Stars on Sunday, March 13, 2022. The Porcupine Warriors had failed to score in midweek against Bechem United but found the net twice before the 35th-minute mark against …
Read More »Ghana vs Nigeria World Cup qualifier could be moved to Kumasi
Ghana’s 2022 FIFA World Cup playoff qualifying first leg tie against Nigeria this month could be played in Kumasi instead of Cape Coast. This was after a team of CAF officials inspected the Baba Yara Stadium in the Ashanti Regional capital on Sunday. There have been complaints about the pitch …
Read More »SAD PHOTOS: 2 dead, several injured in Hohoe-Jasikan road accident
The Hohoe to Jasikan stretch of the Eastern Corridor road is becoming a death trap as it is yet to be completed. Two persons are the latest to have been confirmed dead in an accident while using the road on Saturday, March 12, 2022. The two who died on the …
Read More »Ghosts invade Parliament; 41 MPs present but 100 names captured in register
Parliamentarians present in the House last week were left in shock, following names and votes of their colleagues who were absent that day but were captured in parliamentary proceedings document. According to information, prior to the adjournment of the proceedings, 41 members were present, yet, more than 100 people were …
Read More »‘Cockroach’ Barker-Vormawor ‘mistakenly’ fell into fowls’ den and getting ‘deserved cockroach justice’ – Amidu
#FixTheCountry convener Oliver Barker-Vormawor, is “the cockroach”, who, according to former Special Prosecutor Martin Alamisi Amidu, “made the mistake of making himself available in the den of ‘the fowls’ administering the system of criminal justice administration” and “received the justice cockroaches deserve before the executive branch of government run by …
Read More »Russia asked China for weapons and aid for Ukraine war, says US
Russia asked China to give it military equipment and support for the war in Ukraine after President Vladimir V. Putin began a full-scale invasion last month, according to U.S. officials. Russia has also asked China for additional economic assistance, to help counteract the battering its economy has taken from broad sanctions imposed by the …
Read More »‘I don’t believe in banks’ – Ken Agyapong laments ridiculous interest rates
Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Agyapong has revealed that despite being in charge of several businesses, he does not take bank loans. According to him, the sole reason for that posture is because of the ridiculous nature of interest rates charged by the banks. Addressing students of the University of Professional Studies …
Read More »WATCH: Match report: Mfegue gets brace as Kotoko tear Bibiani Gold Stars apart in Kumasi
2021/2022 Ghana Premier League leaders Asante Kotoko returned to winning ways in style as they thumped Bibiani Gold Stars 5-0 on Sunday, March 13, 2022. The Week 20 game at the Baba Yara Stadium started on a bright note for Kotoko as they took the lead through George Mfegue. The Cameroonian striker …
Read More »The disturbing history of enslaved mothers forced to breastfeed white babies in the 1600s
Slave trade brought many advantages to western societies. The main duty of a slave was to work on plantations increasing productivity. Slaves often worked long tedious hours in the sun with no pay or reward for their hard labour. Their presence made traders and plantation owners more productive and made …
Read More »PHOTOS: Thieves break into Assemblies of God church, steal offering; musical instruments
Thieves have burgled the Bible Expository Temple Assemblies God Church at Awutu Bereku in the Central region. According to reports, the burglars made away with all the musical instruments including keyboard, sound Mixer, and cordless microphones. The thieves also made away with the church offering. The incident affected the mood …
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