The Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA) has warned it will file a Police complaint against dancehall artiste Shatta Wale if the report of attacks on him is a hoax. It comes after widespread reports on social media that the controversial artiste has been shot by unknown gunmen. …
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‘My life is in danger and I’m on the run’ – Shatta Wale
• Shatta Wale has reacted to viral reports that he had been shot • Police issued a statement last night (October 18) stating that they were probing the incident • The musician said his life is in danger for which reason he is on the run Charles Nii Armah Mensah …
Read More »Politcal pressure group,YFPA hailed the emergence of Hon Acho Obioma as the new Chairman of APC
A politcal pressure group, in the Southeast Nigeria, Youths For Progressive Alliance (YFPA), has hailed the emergence of Hon Acho Obioma, as the new Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Abia state. The group also commended leaders and members of the party for the peaceful conduct of the …
Read More »Zoomlion Kick-starts Proper Handwashing Campaign In Basic Schools
In commemoration of Global Handwashing Day, Zoomlion Ghana Limited (ZGL), through its Zoomkids Club programme, has begun an operation to intensify proper way of handwashing among school children in basic schools across the country. The goal of this activity is to increase the awareness of handwashing with soap and water …
Read More »Senegal’s Sadio Mane becomes third African to score 100 Premier League goals
Senegal forward, Sadio Mane became only the third African player to score 100 goals in the Premier League on Saturday. Mane achieved the feat when he opened the scoring in Liverpool’s early kickoff 5-0 victory over Watford. His teammate Mohammed Salah had reached landmark of 100 league goals before the …
Read More »Former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo launches new political party
Former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo launched a new political party Saturday, October 17, formally breaking ties with those who ran his former party while he spent years facing war crimes charges at the International Criminal Court. Gbagbo, 76, who returned home in June after his acquittal was upheld, announced a …
Read More »Didier Drogba appointed WHO ambassador for Sports and Health
Football legend Didier Drogba announced as the World Health Organization’s Goodwill Ambassador for Sport and Health. Drogba, from Côte d’Ivoire, will support WHO to promote the Organization’s guidance on the benefits of physical activity and other healthy lifestyles, and highlight the value of sports, particularly for youth. Mr Drogba, well …
Read More »Komenda Sugar factory to begin commercial production from 2022 – Akufo-Addo
• The defunct Komenda Sugar factory will soon be revived. • The sugar-producing factory is expected to start commercial production from 2022 • The Komenda Sugar Factory was recommissioned in 2016 President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has hinted he expects the Komenda Sugar Factory to commence commercial production in the first quarter …
Read More »FULL TEXT: NDC’s press conference on recent increase in fuel prices
STATEMENT DELIVERED BY THE NATIONAL COMMUNICATION OFFICER OF THE NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS, SAMMY GYAMFI ESQ., AT A PRESS CONFERENCE HELD AT THE PARTY’S HEADQUARTERS ON THE PERSISTENT INCREASE IN FUEL PRICES BY THE AKUFO-ADDO/BAWUMIA-NPP GOVERNMENT. Monday, 18th October, 2021 Good afternoon distinguished ladies and gentlemen of the media. It is …
Read More »Missing child found dead in a manhole
The Mamponteng District Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a child who was found in a manhole a day after going missing at Aboaso in the Kwabre East Municipality of Ashanti Region. Eric Gyapa, a one-year-old boy, went missing last Thursday as several searches for his …
Read More »18-year-old girl rescued from sex trafficking
An 18-year-old Nigerian girl brought into the country for sex trade has been rescued at Wasa-Nanankor in the Amenfi East district of the Western Region. The girl, now pregnant, is believed to have slept with some 30 to 50 men since her arrival in Ghana. Reports available to Accra100.5FM newsroom …
Read More »Police K-9 dog Unit begins outdoors operations
• Ghana Police Service begins Proactive Preventive Police Strategy under a K-9 Unit • Police personnel to move through communities with highly-trained security dogs under leash • PPPS operations to be replicated in other regions The Ghana Police Service has announced its K-9 Unit, which is manned by personnel and …
Read More »Coup plot: We wanted to keep Akufo-Addo in my uncompleted building – Witness
Staff Sergeant Awarf Kojo Sule, of the Defence Intelligence Department of the Ghana Armed Forces, has told the High Court in Accra how he suggested that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo should be kept in “his uncompleted building” at Adenta Housing when captured in an alleged coup. Staff Sargent Awarf …
Read More »We are looking for reportedly ‘shot, missing’ Shatta Wale – Police
The Ghana Police Service has begun a search for popular Ghanaian dancehall musician, Shatta Wale, following an alleged gunshot-attack. A statement released by the Ghana Police Service Monday said they had taken steps to ascertain the whereabouts of the multiple award-winning Reggae and Dancehall muscian who was currently missing. “The attention of the Police …
Read More »CONFIRMED PHOTOS: Shatta Wale shot by unknown gunmen
Celebrated dancehall artist Shatta Wale is reportedly receiving treatment at an emergency unit of a health facility in Accra after been shot by unknown gunmen. According to his PA, Nana Dhope, the gunmen are still on the run. He said Shatta, who celebrated his birthday on Sunday, October 17, 2021 …
Read More »Man slashes friend’s penis for taking his naked picture
• 28-year-old man had his naked picture taken by his friend • Suspect confronted victim to delete the naked picture • A verbal exchange degenerated into a fight leading to the victim being stabbed A 28-year-old man has been arrested by police at Yamoransa in the Mfantseman Municipality of the …
Read More »Transcript: Milo talks Ghana football, current generation, WC qualifiers
Our Head Coach Milovan Rajevac led Ghana to two wins against the Warriors of Zimbabwe in this month’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 qualifiers. Before his appointment, the Black Stars won one and lost one in the previous round of the qualifiers but the 6 points have changed the dynamics …
Read More »Netherlands Ambassador reacts to Suhuyini’s visa denial
Netherlands’ Ambassador to Ghana, Jeroen Verheul, has expressed reservations about Member of Parliament (MP) for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini’s visa denial statements. The MP, in a Facebook page last week, indicated he was denied a visa to the Netherlands with the explanation that he would not return to Ghana. He …
Read More »Beyi W’ano: Prestea underground mine workers divided over compensation
There is division in the front of workers of Prestea Gold Resources over unpaid compensation from the management of the company. The workers say they have used their hard-earned compensations to secure the Prestea Gold resources. Following the sale of the Bogoso Prestea Mine under the previous owner, Golden Star Resources (GSR), the workers …
Read More »Togolese, 20, jailed 12 years for defiling 11-yr-old girl
A 20-year-old man, Michael Banu, has been convicted and sentenced to 12 years imprisonment for defiling an 11-year-old girl. The Kibi Circuit Court presided over by His Honour Peter Oppong-Boahen passed the judgement. The accused pleaded guilty when the charge and facts were read and explained to him. A resident …
Read More »A/R: ECG to cut power supply to GBC, Kumasi Airport, others over debt
The Ashanti regional branch of the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited(ECG) effective Wednesday, October 20, 2021, will embark on a mass disconnection exercise across the region. The exercise dubbed “Operation correct and collect all debt” will affect state broadcaster’s Ashanti regional branch head office which hosts Garden City radio and …
Read More »Beyonce celebrates Shatta Wale on his birthday
Grammy award-winning singer, Beyonce, did not forget Shatta Wale on his birthday over the weekend. Queen Bey wished the African Dancehall King a happy birthday on Sunday on her website. There is no doubt that many people were looking forward to a birthday wish from Grammy award-winning singer, Beyonce to Shatta Wale on …
Read More »PHOTOS: Kaizer Chiefs player beaten to death for allegedly stealing electricity cable
Two suspects have been arrested for the murder of former South African football player, Lucky Maselesele. The 41-year-old former Kaizer Chiefs, Maritzburg United and Black Leopards midfielder was allegedly beaten to death by community members after being accused of stealing electricity cables. Police spokesperson, Lieutenant-Colonel Mavela Masondo, who confirmed the …
Read More »Dozens missing in deadly India disaster
At least 26 people have been killed in floods in southern India after heavy rains caused rivers to overflow, cutting off towns and villages. Five children are among the dead. There are fears the death toll could rise further as many people are missing. Several houses were washed away and …
Read More »BEACH SOCCER: Betboro lead coalition of Sponsors to crown spectacular success of maiden Odwira Beach Soccer Cup in Eastern Region
Wilaman Investments, Pura Vida Milk, Rock Energy Drink, Last Chance Travel & Tour, Round 2 Bitters and Eddy’s Pizza all came together to augment the mega sponsorship package of Betboro in ensuring the success of the maiden Odwira Beach Soccer Cup. The winners of the tournament Asenema will collect a …
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