The National Women’s Organiser of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Madam Hidaya S. Ibrahim has officially announced her resignation from the party, effective immediately as of Tuesday, February 20th, 2024. Her decision, she explained, stems from thorough consultation and self-reflection concerning her political growth and development. In a press release, …
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2024 polls: EC reverses decision to eliminate indelible ink
The Electoral Commission (EC) has reversed its decision to eliminate the use of indelible ink in the upcoming elections following widespread objections from Ghanaians and various political parties. Dr. Eric Asare Bossman, the Deputy Electoral Commissioner in charge of Corporate Services, emphasized the importance of building trust and consensus ahead …
Read More »Abu Jinapor appoints sacked deputy minister as Advisor on Special Projects
The Minister for Land and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has appointed former deputy minister Benito Owusu-Bio as Advisor to the Minister on Special Projects within the same ministry. According to a letter dated February 15, the appointee has been designated as Advisor to the Minister for Lands and Natural …
Read More »EC’s proposal to move general election date to November will not take effect this year – Bossman
The Electoral Commission (EC) has indicated that its proposal to shift the date for general elections from December 7 to November might not be implemented this year. According to the Deputy EC Chairman in charge of Corporate Services, Eric Asare Bossman, the necessary legislation required for this change to be put into …
Read More »Mahama’s 24-hour economy policy beats Bawumia’s digitalisation – Poll
A poll by Global InfoAnalytics has shown that more Ghanaians are buying into the 24-hour economy policy proposal of former President John Dramani Mahama compared to the digitalisation proposal by his major contender in the 2024 election, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. According to the poll, the majority of Ghanaians in 14 out …
Read More »Why Morocco will host 2025 AFCON in July-August
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place in Morocco from July 23 to August 21. Morocco’s decision to host the AFCON in July-August comes after the North African country agreed to host the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup …
Read More »Shatta Wale replies Nana Aba for comparing him to Sarkodie
Dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, has expressed his displeasure with regard to how some individuals compare him to rapper, Sarkodie, in the music industry. According to him, he finds it baffling when some prominent personalities in the country compare him to other artistes such as Stonebwoy or Sarkodie to determine who is …
Read More »Watch as man is caught attempting to kill his wife, charm his stepson in Canada
A man, who appears to be in his 40s, has been caught red-handed attempting to supposedly kill his wife using black magic at a shrine at Amasaman, a community in the Greater Accra Region. The man also allegedly wanted to break his in-law’s leg as well as charm his stepson, …
Read More »Government to order 100 electric buses for Metro Mass Transit – Bawumia
Government is hoping to order 100 electric buses for Metro Mass Transit, as announced by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia during the launch of the Tap & Go Transport Project on Monday, February 19, 2024, at the head office of Metro Mass Transit Limited. This initiative aims to introduce e-vehicles to the …
Read More »Salaries of public sector workers increase by 23%
The Government of Ghana through the Controller and Accountant General has implemented a salary adjustment for public sector workers by 23 percent. The decision follows the conclusion of negotiations with relevant stakeholders on the base pay for 2024. Controller and Accountant General, Kwasi Kwaning-Bosompem, said the salary adjustment took effect …
Read More »Countryman Songo declares war on John Paintsil after UTV appearance
Controversial sports journalist, Patrick Osei Agyemang, alias Countryman Songo has vowed to deal with former Black Stars right-back John Paintsil following the latter’s perceived unpopular comments about the state of Ghana football. Countryman Songo believes that the comments made by John Paintsil during his appearance on UTV’s United Showbiz programme …
Read More »Newcastle releases captivating documentary on Christian Atsu’s life
Premier League side Newcastle United have released an emotional documentary chronicling the life of the late Ghanaian footballer, Christian Twasam Atsu. Christian Atsu met his untimely demise in the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey on February 18, 2023. A year after his passing, Newcastle United, the club where Atsu had …
Read More »Conjoined twins given days to live are proving world wrong
Marieme and Ndeye were not expected to survive for more than a few days when they were born. Now aged seven, they are thought to be the only growing conjoined twins in Europe. While both girls have their own unique personalities and moods, they rely on each other to survive. …
Read More »Nigerian actor Ramsey Nouah, others arrive in Ghana
A host of Nigerian actors have touched down in Ghana ahead of a movie produced by Ghanaian musician and actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as LilWin. Videos shared on LilWin’s official Instagram handle showed Nigerian filmmakers, including actor and producer Ramsey Nouah and comic actor Victor Osuagwu (Awilo Sharp Sharp), …
Read More »How disagreements between Nkrumah, Ashanti chiefs led to the establishment of CMB scholarships
Yaw Anokye Frimpong, a lawyer and historian, has narrated the circumstances that led to the establishment of the popular Cocoa Marketing Board (CMB) Scholarships by Ghana’s first President, the late Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Speaking in an interview with journalist Kafui Dey, Anokye Frimpong indicated that a disagreement between Ashanti chiefs and …
Read More »MADAM AKUA DONKOR TO SUE PARLIAMENT
MADAM AKUA DONKOR TO SUE PARLIAMENT The founder and the presidential candidate for Ghana freedom party, madam Akua Donkor has threatened to sue parliament for stealing her manifesto. According to madam Akua Donkor, the agenda of speaking our local dialects in the House of Parliament that was raised in parliament …
Read More »Watch the clash between Agyemang-Badu and John Paintsil over winning bonuses for Black Queens players
Former Black Stars players, Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu and John Paintsil clashed after the former mentioned Black Queens’ unpaid bonuses during a discussion on UTV’s United Showbiz on Saturday, February 17, 2024. Agyemang-Badu complained about the arrears and demanded that the monies be paid before the team’s next game against Zambia on …
Read More »I have two wives, six side chicks – Pot-carrying veteran Black Stars supporter
Obour, the man known for carrying a pot during Black Stars games in support of the team, is juggling two wives – one Brazilian and one Ghanaian – along with a roster of six side chicks scattered across different neighborhoods in Ghana. He has declared that he is unperturbed by …
Read More »National Cathedral to be ‘officially commissioned’ in 17 days?
All things being equal, the National Cathedral of Ghana will officially be commissioned for public use on March 6, 2024. That is 17 days from now, and that is purely based on the fact that it is what was promised by the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government. After all, what is there …
Read More »Re-assigned ministers must be vetted – Dafeamekpor
Re-assigned ministers must be vetted – Dafeamekpor President Akufo-Addo’s decision to reassign five Ministers of State to various ministries has drawn harsh criticism from Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, who described the move as “untenable.” He contends that they must appear before the appointments committee …
Read More »Akufo-Addo doesn’t respect Bawumia – Okatakyie Afrifa
Outspoken media personality, Okatakyie Afrifa has said that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is not listened to by his superiors in government. He asserted that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo disregards Dr. Bawumia’s suggestions during government deliberations. Okatakyie Afrifa claimed that, provoked by the incident, the Vice President reached a point where he abstained …
Read More »‘A focused fool’ – Stonebwoy subtly jabs Shatta Wale for ‘attacking’ him on TV?
Ghanaian musician, Stonebwoy appears to have taken a dig at fellow musician, Shatta Wale for attacking his personality during an interview with 3Music TV. In the interview, Shatta Wale expressed his eagerness to collaborate with Stonebwoy and make a positive impact in the music industry, despite their past feud. However, he lamented that his efforts to mend their …
Read More »Two prison wardens handed over to police following escape of Chinese inmate
Two prison wardens have been handed over to the police for criminal investigations in connection with the escape of a Chinese inmate, at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, a week ago. This follows their interdiction by the Prisons Administration for the investigation to be carried out. The prisoner, Wang …
Read More »What Togo’s first president said about Nkrumah taking over Western Togoland
Togo’s first president, Sylvanus Olympio, was a vocal critic of Ghana’s first president, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, especially over his attempt to take over the Western Togoland, now Volta Region. According to him, Ghana did not only want to merge Western Togoland to it, but it also wanted to integrate …
Read More »Gambo teaches Snoop Dogg How To Speak Twi
Award-winning Ghanaian Afrobeats artist and rapper, Bashir Annan, well-known in showbiz as Gambo, has taught American rap icon, Snoop Dogg, how to speak twi. Gambo continues to expand his so far glittering music career internationally, building valuable connections with top brass in the American music industry and also …
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