NPP flagbearership race becoming fierce President Akufo-Addo gives ‘resignation deadline’ to ministers who want to be flagbearer candidates Two candidates double as ministers It’s a big question with a high probability – Will these two ministers under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo give up one opportunity to chase an even bigger one? …
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Kotwi: Man who knifed ‘friend’ to death lynched by mob
A man who reportedly stabbed his friend to death got lynched by an angry mob, law enforcement agencies have confirmed. The incident said to have happened at about 6 p.m. on Sunday, 16 January, has shocked residents of the Atwima Kwanwoma town of Kotwi in the Ashanti Region. The deceased …
Read More »JHS student attempts suicide after failing exams
A 15-year-old boy, Yaw Gyamfi allegedly tried to commit suicide by jumping into a deep well at Mfuom-Aboabo a suburb of Dunkwa-on-Offin in the Upper Denkyira East District of the Central Region. He survived with injuries and became unconscious before he was rushed to Dunkwa Municipal Hospital for treatment. Information …
Read More »W/R: Pastor drugs female church member, steals her GHS40K, burns down her home
A 40-year-old pastor of the Mega Word Chapel International at Enchi in the Aowin Municipality of the Western Region, is wanted by the Asankragwa police command for alleged arson and theft of GHS40,000 belonging to a congregant. Pastor Kenneth Mensah, alias Obrempong, is alleged to have duped Rosemond Amoafo of …
Read More »2 top police officers, one junior rank die within 48-hours
Three (3) Police officers including two senior ones have died in the last 48-hours in various jurisdictions in the country, MyNewsGh.com has confirmed. This portal gathers that the death of the three has sent shockwaves down the spines of personnel of the Ghana Police Service amidst family and friends of the deceased …
Read More »If you’re a man, I’m also a man – Otumfuo to Dormaahene
The Ashantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has disclosed that he has no intention of forcefully coercing anybody to kowtow to him. Speaking at the first Council Meeting in the Ashanti Region, the Ashantehene indicated that his intention is to give a facelift to those willing to work under him. According to …
Read More »Dissolve Black Stars, Cease Implementation of AstroTurfs and Invest in Colts Football – Ministry of Youth and Sports, GFA Told
The Chairman of the World Human Rights Council for African and Ghans Nii Ayitey Anumle Oyanka I has appealed to the Ministry of youth & sports and the Ghana Football Association to stop the implementation of AstroTurfs and focus on investing in grassroots football. According to the former footballer turned …
Read More »Hungarian President Visits Kumasi Wastewater Treatment Plant As MoU is signed for 13 regions to also benefit
As part of his State visit to Ghana, the President of Hungary, H.E. János Áder, on Saturday toured the Kumasi Wastewater Treatment Plant (KWTP) at Adagya in the Ashanti Region. President Áder was in the company of his wife, the First Lady of Hungary, Her Excellency, Anita Herzcheq. The Hungarian …
Read More »This week on #TwitterGhana: AFCON Twitter Updates with Juliet & Gary, Sarkodie meets Chance The Rapper and More
Twitter continues to be the platform for real time conversation and engagement on trending topics. This week recaps some of the trends and stories making highlights. AFCON: Black Star losses to Morocco Fans were excited ahead of the opening tournament between Ghana Black Stars and Morocco, with loads of well …
Read More »Prudential Announces Africa Cup of Nations 2021 Sponsorship
Prudential Africa has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to become the official insurance partner of the 33rd edition of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021. At a press conference to announce the sponsorship, Eric Mboma, Chief Representative Officer, Prudential Northern Africa Region said the …
Read More »Will it be President Joe Ghartey?
BY: Enimil Ashon For a people who have only recently been bitten by a snake, it is surprising that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) do not tremble at the sight of a worm. If Fomena 2020 has any lessons for political parties, I thought it should be to ensure that …
Read More »AirtelTigo Presents GHS 175,000 to Top Three Customers in the ‘To Gu Me So’ Promotion
Accra -January 11, 2022- Fulfilling their promise, AirtelTigo presented a total amount of GHS 175,000 to the three lucky winners who topped the points accumulation tally at the end of the 75 day long “To Gu Me So” promotion. The overall winner James Ganyo, a resident of Lakeside took home …
Read More »Garba Shehu under fire over first post after Twitter returns
Some Nigerians on Twitter heavily criticised the first tweet by presidential aide Garba Shehu a few hours after Twitter operations were formally restored in Nigeria. Shehu had tweeted midnight that Nigeria gained “immeasurably” from the shutdown of Twitter when the Nigerians tackled him. He posted, “Welcome back – Let me …
Read More »2021 AFCON: Andre Ayew declared fit for Ghana-Gabon clash
Andre Ayew suffers head injury in Ghana-Morocco clash Dede Ayew misses Ghana training sessions due to injury Gabon lead Group C after first round Black Stars skipper, Andre Dede Ayew has been declared fit for Ghana’s second Group C clash against Gabon on Friday, January 14, 2020. Andre suffered a cut on his …
Read More »Man bedridden after years of masturbation
A man who will be called Jack for his privacy has disclosed long-term acts of masturbation has rendered him paralyzed for over 7 years. Having practiced masturbation since his teens, he started developing pains in his joints when he grew a lot older and is now bedridden, a condition her …
Read More »Emirates lifts travel ban on Ghana and four other African countries
Emirates ban travels from eight African countries Emirates travel restriction extended to further notice Travellers must show proof of COVID-19 PCR test, Emirates Emirates has announced that it has lifted the travel restriction it placed on Ghana and four other African countries. The Airline indicated that the lifting of the travel restrictions …
Read More »Ghana lost GH¢200,000 daily for 44 days after minister’s arbitrary cancellation of road tolls
Road toll law has not been abolished by Parliament Roads minister directed seizure of road toll collection Only Parliament can make and unmake laws The Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, during a press conference following the presentation of the proposed 2022 Budget and Economic Statement indicated that Ghana would lose about GH¢78 million should …
Read More »35-year-old man impregnates step daughter, sleeps with two of his own daughters
A 35-year-old man identified as Issaka has allegedly impregnated his 17-year-old stepdaughter at Kwahu Nsabaa in the Kwahu West Municipality in the Eastern Region. The suspect is also accused of having sex with two of his daughters. Describing her ordeal to Agoo News, 30-year-old mother Abena Joyce told Agoo FM …
Read More »76-year-old chief commits suicide over money doubling scam
Residents of Daawereso, a farming community in the Asante Akim North District of the Ashanti region woke up on Wednesday morning to the bizarre news of the death of the Gyaasehene of the village. The 76-year-old Nana Opuni Kwagyan allegedly shot himself in the neck with a locally manufactured gun …
Read More »Death of nursing mother: Holy Child Hospital doctor got referral wrong – Ambulance Coordinator
The Western and Western North Regional Coordinator of the National Ambulance Service, Dr. Tawiah Siameh, has said that the doctor at the Holy Child Hospital Fijai in Sekondi-Takoradi got the referral wrong in the matter of the death of the 30-year-old nursing mother who was being transferred from Takoradi to …
Read More »‘Agnes Owusu Afriyie’ is not Sir John’s wife – Charles Owusu
Charles Owusu named Executor of Sir Jonh’s Will Charles Owusu sued over sharing of Sir John’s properties Madam Akosuah Darkoah makes allegations of being sidelined in the sharing of Sir John’s properties The Executor of the late Kwadwo Owusu-Afriyie’s (Sir John) will, Charles Owusu, has stated that he knows no …
Read More »VIDEO: Police interdict ‘drunken’ officer in viral video
Video of drunken police officer goes viral Drunken officer captured on video to be given psychological help Outcome of investigations to determine future of drunken officer The Ghana Police Service administration has announced the interdiction of one of its officers suspected to have been drunk in a viral video. The said video …
Read More »Razak Abalora completes three-year move to Europa League side Sheriff Tiraspol
Sheriff Tiraspol to have four Ghanaians in their squad after Abalora transfer Danlad Ibrahim takes Kotoko’s number one spot Asante Kotoko gain USD$300,000 from Abalora transfer Asante Kotoko SC goalkeeper, Razak Abalora has reportedly completed his transfer to Moldavian side, Sheriff Tiraspol, pending an official announcement by the club. Renowned Ghanaian journalist, Saddick Adams …
Read More »Check: You may have unknowingly subscribed to these mobile services
Licensed third-party operators exploiting mobile phone users Mobile phone users advise telcos to monitor and regulate third parties Survey shows over 95 service subscriptions among 100 mobile phone users In recent days, many mobile phone users have complained about losing airtime and falling victim to hidden charges for unknown subscription …
Read More »The untold story of Queen Hangbe, who founded the legendary Dahomey Amazon Warriors
The Dahomey Kingdom was a powerful regional state that controlled large areas and several tribes in pre-colonial West Africa around the 18th and 19th centuries like the Oyo Empire, the Songhai Empire, the Mali Empire, and so on. At the height of her powers, Dahomey (present-day Benin) had a large …
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