This special day, February 14, is not only dedicated to lovers but also to celebrate the birthdays of some individuals, including celebrities. February 14 is traditionally set aside for love and romance, and for these individuals, Valentine’s Day means even more, as they try to squeeze in birthday celebrations alongside …
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OSP currently investigating 45 cases of suspected corruption
The office of the Special Prosecutor (0SP) is currently investigating forty-five (45) cases of suspected corruption and corruption-related offences. The OSP in a statement said it will announce, in the next few weeks, its conclusion(s) and further action in the following cases: LaBianca Company Limited – in respect of alleged corruption …
Read More »19-month-old pupil ‘flogged to death’ by teacher
A 19-month-old pupil has allegedly been beaten to death by his class teacher for playing with water. The incident happened on Monday, February 7, 2022, in a private nursery and primary school in Asaba, capital of Delta State in Nigeria. Photos shared on social media by a relation showed that …
Read More »Mozambique withdraws primary textbook over page on masturbation, sexuality
Authorities in Mozambique have recalled all science textbooks for grade seven pupils. The book titled ‘The Secret of Life,’ which is used to teach 12-year-olds has been in circulation since 2004 but is being recalled now because of a controversial page. The page in question (page 103) addresses the issue …
Read More »WATCH: Afia Schwarzenegger ushered into 40 with fireworks and champagne bath
To mark a ‘big 40’, Valentina Nana Agyeiwaa, popularly known as Afia Schwarzenegger, had a good bottle bath at the dawn of her birthday which falls on February 14. The controversial comedienne was born on Valentine’s Day and even though she is currently mourning the death of her father, she managed …
Read More »Otto Addo meets Black Stars players Partey, Jordan in England – Report
Interim Black Stars coach, Otto Addo has reportedly met with some key Ghanaian players in England. Right after his appointment on February 9, 2022, as the new coach, the former Ghana International jetted off from Germany to England to set the ball rolling. According to a report by Graphic Sports, Otto met with …
Read More »Treason felony charge against Oliver Barker-Vormawor ‘cynical’ – Akoto Ampaw
Counsel for Oliver Mawuse Barker-Vormawor, Akoto Ampaw has described treason felony charges against his client by police as ‘cynical’ which amounts to bad faith on the path of the prosecution. According to Akoto Ampaw, the treason charges comes as a surprise as the accused person was initially charged with offensive …
Read More »Alhaji Grusah rejects NPP tag on new Black Stars management committee
Former Black Stars management committee dissolved after AFCON 2021 A member of the newly-constituted management committee of the Black Stars Alhaji Grusah has dispelled rumours that the new appointments by the FA were influenced by partisan politics. According to the King, Faisal bankroller he has been a staunch supporter of the United Party …
Read More »VIDEO: How General Acheampong’s ‘Fawoto begye Golf’ came to be
Of the many things that were popular during the tenure of General Ignatius Kutu Acheampong in the 1970s, the recollection of the term ‘fawoto begye Golf’ can never be overlooked. With many attributions and interpretations given to this term, GhanaWeb has chanced on excerpts of a book that provides a better depiction and …
Read More »No one is above the law – IGP tells media
The Inspector-General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare, has impressed on media associations to outline to their members the mandate of the police service including effecting arrests. According to a report by Graphic Online, the IGP at a meeting with members of the Ghana Journalists Association on Friday stated the …
Read More »Connect FM journalist suffers eardrum damage following police assault
Eric Nana Gyetuah, a journalist with Connect FM, has suffered an injury to his right eardrum after being brutally assaulted by police. A medical report from the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital in the Western Region reveals that his eardrum has been perforated, according to a report by 3News. The journalist was assaulted …
Read More »VIDEO: Yaa Jackson in a lovey-dovey moment with boyfriend as she unveils him on Val’s Day
Yaa Jackson seems to be making the most of Valentine’s Day as she has shared her lovey-dovey moment with her boyfriend. The exclusive video gives an account of Yaa Jackson locking lips passionately with the gentleman. The gentleman in dreadlocks did not show his entire face in the video. Yaa …
Read More »Man crushed to death at Kimotey
One person has died in a crash at Kimotey, a community near Chamba in the Nanumba North Municipality of the Northern Region. According to a Citinewsroom.com report, another person is in critical condition following the crash which occurred on Sunday, February 13, 2022. The incident is said to have involved …
Read More »Teacher arrested for allegedly flogging 19-month-old child to death
A school teacher has been arrested in Nigeria for allegedly flogging a 19-month-old pupil to death, police says. The teacher at a nursery and primary school in Asaba, Delta State, was alleged to have left several marks on the toddler’s body after flogging him last Monday. The suspect, who is …
Read More »GBA slams “ignorant, reckless” Francis Sosu over attack on Judges
The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has slammed the Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis Xavier Sosu, for verbally attacking judges during the demonstration against the E-Levy on Thursday, February 10. Mr Sosu suggested in an interview during the Yentua demo that certain judges will be dealt with politically if the …
Read More »Majid Michel exposes Shatta Wale
Considering that Shatta Wale has been an advocate of respect and honour for women, it was shocking, to say the least, when he descended on Jackie Appiah and made unfounded sexual allegations against her, Majid Michel has said. According to the actor, while he will not judge from afar and chastise Shatta Wale for the outburst, it …
Read More »PHOTOS: Deteriorating Ho Sports Stadium floods after 15 minutes of rain
A preparation match between the Ghana Black Starlets and Home Stars FC was rained off after about 10 minutes of play at the Ho Sports Stadium. Referee Rustum Senorgbe ended the match due to the severity of the rain and the waterlogged state of the pitch. Sections of the deteriorated …
Read More »Chief Justice didn’t respond to us – Police on why Vormawor was detained for 52 hrs
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Sylvester Asare has explained to the Ashaiman District Court circumstances leading to the police detaining Lawyer Oliver Mawuse Barker-Vormarwor for more than 48 hours. The accused, according to DSP Asare, has been detained for 52 hours beyond the “within 48 hours” allowed by the law. …
Read More »#Fixthecountry convener charged with treason felony; remanded
The Ashaiman District Court has remanded #Fixthecountry convener Oliver Barker-Vormarwor into custody after he was charged with treason felony Monday morning. His plea was not taken. The court said it does not have the jurisdiction to grant bail to the accused due to the nature of the offence. Her Honour …
Read More »This is how Ghanaian celebrities are celebrating Valentine’s Day
Affection and appreciation are two love languages that play a significant role on Valentine’s Day. Everyday is special but this particular day, February 14, is solely dedicated to love. It’s being observed all over the world and scores of Ghanaians including celebrities are not left out. Aside from flaunting their …
Read More »Jomoro MP Has 2 Dates Of Birth
The Petitioner challenging the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament (MP) for Jomoro in the Western Region to produce evidence of her renounced dual citizenship in court, has stated that the MP has two dates of birth. According to Joshua Emuah Kofie, a native of Nuba-Mpataba in the Jomoro …
Read More »Customers appetite for online banking reduces – BoG report
Data published by the Bank of Ghana have shown that consumers’ appetite for Internet banking has started slowing down. An analysis of the Summary of Economic and Financial data (January 2022) indicates that the growth rate of Internet banking – both in terms of value and volume – slowed in December, …
Read More »VIDEO: Burna Boy performes Second Sermon rmx word for word during a show in Nigeria
Burna Boy audibly sang the remix of Second Sermon which he and Ghana’s Black Sherif worked on at a recent show he headlined in Nigeria. The Nigerian singer spat out the lyrics word for word which was rendered in Twi, the most widely spoken language in Ghana to the amazement …
Read More »Liberia’s ex-president Sirleaf to co-lead new UN Advisory Board
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appointed former Liberian president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf as co-head of an advisory board for a new global initiative. Ms. Sirleaf will co-lead the High-level Advisory Board of the ‘Our Common Agenda,’ an initiative of the Secretary-General that is geared towards accelerating the achievement of …
Read More »Zimbabwe government implements ‘no work, no pay’ rule for striking teachers
The government of Zimbabwe has warned teachers to stop their “act of misconduct” or be prepared to face “appropriate measures” after large numbers of teachers embarked on a strike. In turn, the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (Artuz), an advocacy group focusing on pro-poor education and labour justice for …
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