Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to spearhead economic growth across the continent through targeted policies aimed at maximizing the benefits derived from the mining and oil sectors. To this end, the bank is poised to collaborate with the …
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Ace Highlife musician Kojo Ashakan makes a comeback with ‘Stealing in the name of the Lord’
Highlife has evolved through various phases, with its earliest iteration garnering widespread appeal and influence, a legacy that persists today. Pioneers such as Daddy Lumba, AB Crentsil, Paapa Yankson, Kojo Antwi, Amakye Dede, and others have played crucial roles in shaping the music culture and leaving an indelible mark. Among …
Read More »Bawumia is one of the most prolific vice presidents we’ve ever had – Prince David Osei
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is “one of the most prolific vice presidents we’ve ever had,” actor Prince David Osei has said. He challenged anyone who thinks otherwise to consider vice presidents from recent Ghanaian political history, “Kow Nkensen Arkaah, Prof John Evans Atta-Mills and John Dramini Mahama,” asking: “Which of them …
Read More »‘I feel like relocating to a pro-LGBT+ nation’ – Ghanaian gay cries out after passage of Bill
Following the passage of the Anti-LGBT+ bill on February 28, 2024, members of the same-sex community in the country are voicing concerns for their safety and well-being. A number of them say they feel unsafe in their own country, with some expressing fears that their lives are now at stake. …
Read More »He ‘snatched’ my girlfriend – Maurice Ampaw on what triggered his feud with Opambour
A private legal practitioner, Maurice Ampaw, has opened up about what triggered his feud with the founder of Ebenezer Miracle Worship Centre, Prophet Ebenezer Adarkwa Yiadom, popularly known as Opambour. According to his narration, Opambour used diabolical means to snatch his girlfriend when the lady visited his church to seek …
Read More »Charles Adu Boahen Unveils Strategic Insights for Advancing Intra-Africanisation through AfCFTA
Charles Adu Boahen unveils a roadmap for propelling intra-African integration through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), drawing parallels to the transformative impact of NAFTA in North America. As 55 African nations rally behind this initiative, aiming to dismantle trade barriers and create the world’s largest free trade area, …
Read More »Highlife legend KK Kabobo receives support from Mahama, GHAMRO amid liver disease battle
Veteran Ghanaian musician KK Kabobo has received support from former President John Dramani Mahama and GHAMRO. The news was first broken by broadcaster Barima Kaakyire Agyemang, who visited him and shared his video and pictures on social media. The Highlife icon looked pale and weak and had difficulty speaking. He said he …
Read More »Rapper Ja Rule denied UK entry ahead of concert
Rapper Ja Rule has said he has been denied entry into the UK, days before his tour was due to start in Cardiff. The US musician, real name Jeffrey Bruce Atkins Sr, was due to kick off the British leg of his Sunrise tour at the city’s Utilita Arena on …
Read More »KiDi releases swim wear brand for women
As part of his new single release ‘Danger’ musician KiDi has unveiled his swim wear brand for women. The ‘Liquor’ singer told Joy Prime‘s IB in an interview that his swim wear brand is not for sale to the public but to some fans of his. “It not branching out. You …
Read More »Amerado drops official video for ‘Abronoma’
Ghanaian music star Amerado has served music lovers with the much-anticipated release of the video for his hit single ‘Abronoma’. The music video, a vibrant and dynamic accompaniment to the infectious rhythms and powerful lyrics of the song, promises to captivate audiences worldwide. ‘Abronoma’, which has been making waves since …
Read More »I’m not perturbed about criticism – Asamoah Gyan on joining Bawumia’s campaign team
Former Ghana Captain, Asamoah Gyan says he is not worried about what people have been saying about him, following his appointment to serve on Dr Mahamadu Bawumia’s 2024 campaign team. Gyan, earlier this month, was named on the Manifesto Committee of the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer for the 2024 elections …
Read More »See plush photos from Moses Bliss’ civil wedding with his Ghanaian girlfriend
Renowned Nigerian gospel artiste Moses Bliss Uyoh Enang has disclosed that he has officially done a civil wedding with his United Kingdom-based Ghanaian girlfriend, Marie Wiseborn. The civil wedding now means his union with Marie Wiseborn has gone through all the legal processes and received official recognition. After the event, …
Read More »Give me the job and I will qualify Black Stars for 2026 World Cup – German coach Schafer
German coach, Winfried Schäfer, has promised to qualify Ghana for the 2026 FIFA World Cup if the Ghana Football Association (GFA) appoint him as Black Stars coach. Schäfer stated that the Black Stars have been a shadow of themselves in recent tournaments and that, if given the job, he would …
Read More »Why NDC MPs didn’t want to attend Akufo-Addo’s SONA – Nana Yaa Brefo
Media personality Nana Yaa Brefo has shared why the Minority Caucus of Ghana’s parliament did not show up on time for President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s 2024 State of the Nation Address. The president was scheduled to start his address at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. However, it was …
Read More »Mali: Dozens die after bus falls off bridge
Thirty-one people have died after a bus flipped over and plunged off a bridge in Mali on Tuesday. The bus had been en route to neighbouring Burkina Faso from the Malian town of Kenieba when it veered off a bridge crossing the Bagoe river. At least 10 others were injured …
Read More »Supreme Court throws out Anas Aremeyaw’s GH¢25m application against Ken Agyapong
The Supreme Court has denied investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas’ application for certiorari against Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong. Led by Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, the five-member panel upheld a previous ruling by the High Court, citinewsroom.com reports. Six years ago, the Accra High …
Read More »Are we going to kill cows every day? – Kwaku Yeboah stings Okudzeto Ablakwa over African Games budget
The spokesperson of the Local Organizing Committee of the 2023 African Games, Dan Kwaku Yeboah, has claimed that Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa’s recent revelations about the government’s budget and intended expenditure for the African Games was for political expediency. Dan Kwaku Yeboah says that having been a keen follower and admirer …
Read More »AKA murder: Six suspects arrested for South African rapper’s killing
Six suspects have been arrested in connection with the murders of well-known South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA, and his close friend, celebrity chef and entrepreneur Tebello “Tibz” Motshoane. The two were gunned down outside a restaurant in Durban a year ago, in a killing that shocked …
Read More »Sister Derby vs Edem: The story so far
The online feud between Ghanaian musicians, Edem and Sister Derby over allegations of infidelity by the rapper, is still ongoing. The feud began when Sister Derby reacted to an incident that happened at a recent concert hosted by Nigerian artiste, Omah Lay. In a series of videos making waves on …
Read More »Black Queens knocked out of 2024 Olympic Games qualifiers after painful 4-3 aggregate defeat
The Black Queens of Ghana have suffered a heartbreaking elimination from the 2024 Olympic Games qualifiers following a 4-3 aggregate defeat against Zambia. The Black Queens after putting up a spirited performance in Ndola today, February 28, 2024, conceded a stoppage-time goal which crushed their dreams of qualifying and playing …
Read More »Anti-LGBT+ Bill passed
Parliament has passed the anti-gay bill. The bill, known as the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, was a Private Members Bill led by Sam Nartey George, the MP for Ningo-Prampram. It is now known as the Promotion of Human Sexual Rights and Family Values …
Read More »Parliamentary Committee to begin investigating Blackshield Capital
Hon. Joe Ghartey The Public Sitting on Special Committee to Investigate the Petition by some Customers of Blackshield Capital Ltd (Formerly known as Gold Coast Fund Management) will begin on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. The sitting will commence at 1 pm and will be chaired by Hon. Joe …
Read More »Ghana’s GDP Soars Under Charles Adu Boahen’s Leadership: A Look at the Numbers
LGhana – and Africa generally – has excellent growth prospects, thinks Charles Adu Boahen. In particular, here’s what the former government minister and experienced investment banker thinks could be in store for Ghana’s financial markets. As a public servant, Charles Adu Boahen’s record speaks for itself. According to the World …
Read More »Burkina Faso: At least 15 dead in Catholic church attack
At least 15 people have been killed and two others injured following an attack on a Catholic church in north-eastern Burkina Faso on Sunday. It took place during Sunday worship in Essakane village in Oudalan province – close to the border with Mali. Few details have been given. A church …
Read More »Call for help as veteran musician KK Kabobo battles liver disease
Video and pictures shared by broadcaster Barima Kaakyire Agyemang reveal the distressing condition of musician KK Kabobo, who is reported to be battling liver disease. On Monday, February 26, 2024, Agyemang shared footage capturing the distressing scene with KK Kabobo’s wife. The musician appeared visibly pale, serving as evidence of …
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