It appears state institutions mandated to ensure responsible mining are themselves breaching the law by not enforcing same. A ‘Performance Audit Report Of The Auditor-General On Regulating Reclamation Activities at Small-Scale Mining Sites’, shows clear breaches of the Mineral and Mining Regulations, 2012 and the Environmental Assessment Regulations, 1999. The …
Read More »Recent Posts
Police on manhunt for robbers who shot into vehicle conveying anti-robbery team
Police in the Eastern Region are on a manhunt for some armed robbers who shot into a police vehicle that was transporting anti-robbery officers to various checkpoints at Ettukrom near Bunso. The armed robbers who were reportedly getting ready to lay ambush at Ettukrom to rob unsuspecting victims on Wednesday, …
Read More »VIDEO: ‘Free booze frenzy’ at Madina Ritz junction as beer truck crashes into electric pole
There was a free booze frenzy at Madina-Ritz Junction on Monday, August 16, 2021, after a Hyundai Mighty truck transporting beer and non-alcoholic drinks from Adenta to Accra failed its breaks and crashed into an electricity pole. According to some eyewitnesses, the driver of the vehicle veered off the road …
Read More »R Kelly’s trial dated to begin tomorrow in New York
The trial of the Grammy-winning US singer R Kelly is set to begin at a US federal court in New York on Wednesday. The R&B star is accused of racketeering, sexual abuse and bribery; charges which he has denied. R Kelly Some of the allegations made against the singer – …
Read More »Man allegedly hangs himself in Tinkong, Akuapem North
A mason believed to be in his forties has allegedly hanged himself at Tinkong in the Akuapem North municipality of the Eastern Region. The deceased, Bismark Tetteh Donkor, popularly known as Odo Kwaku, was found hanging on a lemon tree at the outskirts the community at around 5:00pm Tuesday. He …
Read More »NDC’s electoral reforms: Mahama’s message to EC
Former President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his disappointment in the Electoral Commission’s (EC) refusal to receive the post-2020 electoral reform proposals submitted by the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Speaking in an interview on URA Radio in Bolgatanga, Mr Mahama said the Commission, in refusing to receive the proposals, asked …
Read More »1 dead, another injured in accident at Fetteh Kakraba
A 45-year-old man, Kofi Nyame, has met his death, while another is in critical condition in a gory accident at Fetteh Kakraba on the Kasoa-Cape Coast Highway. The crash involved a faulty tipper truck parked by the roadside and a pickup with registration number GW 1241-19. According to reports, the …
Read More »Minister storms Kokomlemle, removes pillars, abandoned cars on road
Greater Accra Regional Minister, Henry Quartey, has taken his making Accra clean campaign to his constituency. The Minister, who is Member of Parliament for Ayawaso Central and his taskforce, removed abandoned cars abstracting human and vehicular movement on the Kokomlemle road. They also removed metal pillars erected on the edges …
Read More »Closure of radio stations: You’ve set an example, the table will turn one day – Mahama to Akufo-Addo
Former President John Dramani Mahama has told President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo that he has set a bad precedence following the closure of some radio stations that delayed in renewing their license. Mr Mahama said this in the Upper East region on Tuesday August 17 when he was thanking the …
Read More »AFCON 2021: A quick look at last AFCON appearances of Ghana’s opponents
The wait is over. On 17th August, 2021, Ghana’s AFCON 2021 fate was decided in the midst of great dignitaries in Cameroon. Ghana have been paired with Morocco, Gabon, and Comoros for the tournament which is expected to start on 6th January 2022. We take a look at how the …
Read More »French side Reims hijack Baba Rahman’s loan move to POAK
French club, Stade Reims, have made a last minute offer to Ghanaian defender Baba Rahman despite Chelsea agreeing a loan deal with POAK Thessaloniki. The 27-year-old is set for another loan stint after missing out on Chelsea’s squad for the European Super Cup final against Villareal last week. Although he …
Read More »Young Kumasi rappers making waves in the music scene
• A new crop of rappers from Kumasi are finding their feet in the industry • These rappers have relentlessly projected their talents through music • Their songs continue to enjoy airplay, resulting in high audience appeal Kumerica which started as a movement in Ashanti regional capital, Kumasi, has birthed …
Read More »Viral blackboard ICT teacher recounts how GES officials summoned him in 2018
• In 2018, a teacher who improvised to teach ICT in rural Ghana went viral • Owura Kwadwo Hottish recounts how the GES officials in his district hounded him despite the good that came from his initiative • He has joined the #FixGES campaign being championed by fellow teacher and …
Read More »Why are you doing this to me, my friend? – Harrowing account of how Kasoa boys murdered their friend
•The two boys have pleaded guilty to murdering their friend for rituals •One of them has detailed the events that led to the killing of their friend •He revealed that the deceased was buried whiles alive The ongoing trial of the two Kasoa teenagers who allegedly murdered their young friend …
Read More »NDC MP ‘reports’ unknown GH¢133,000 deposited in her account to Police
• An opposition MP has received unknown funds she clearly is not interested in • NDC’s Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe announced on social media that she had received received GH¢133,000 from the unknown source • Hours later, she disclosed that she had reported the issue to the police and was in …
Read More »AFGHANISTAN: US rescue flights grounded amidst chaos at Kabul Airport
At least five people are reported killed at Kabul airport as Afghans flee following the Taliban’s takeover of the country. The Pentagon says all flights have now been halted after several incidents. The US is also sending another 1,000 troops to help with the evacuation. More than 60 countries have …
Read More »Stephen Ayensu Ntim Calls On Ghanaians to Support Agenda 111
Former 1st vice National Chairman and aspiring National Chairman for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Stephen Ayesu Ntim, has called on Ghanaians to rally behind Agenda 111 with their unmodifiable support. Agenda 111 initiative is part of Government’s intervention to construct 111 hospitals as a result of the outbreak …
Read More »A/R: Toddler electrocuted at Ahenkro
A two-year-old boy has been electrocuted at Ahenkro in the Afigya Kwabre North District of the Ashanti Region. Identified as Kwaku Antwi, the lifeless body of the Nursery One pupil was found dead at 2:30 pm Monday, August 16. Mother of the deceased Maame Serwaa, recounting the incident to Akoma FM’s …
Read More »Anglican Priest ‘sacked’ for kissing students
The Anglican Priest who was caught kissing students at the St Monica’s College of Education in Asante Mampong has been relieved of his duty. Sources within the College confirmed this to 3news.com on Tuesday after a crunch meeting. The Leadership of the Anglican Church, Ghana had said in an earlier statement …
Read More »Popular actress steals hearts after posing with Akon
Award-winning Nollywood actress, Ini Edo, has stolen hearts with her latest photos with singer Akon. The photos, sighted on her Instagram page, saw them enjoy each other’s company as they pose for the camera on the street. The lovely photos, which have attracted massive reactions from fans and colleague creative …
Read More »New Zealand enters nationwide lockdown over one Covid case
New Zealand has announced a snap lockdown after a man tested positive for Covid, the first case in six months. The case was detected in Auckland, which will be in lockdown for a week, while the rest of the country will be in lockdown for three days. Authorities say they …
Read More »Brewing tensions arise as strategic investor for Ghana Bauxite Company exits
• A strategic investor at the Ghana Bauxite Company has announced its exit from a mine in Ghana • The Bosai Mineral Group has made a decision to also sell 80% of its stake in the Ghana Bauxite Company Limited • The firm’s exit is due to the non-renewal of …
Read More »Africa Cup of Nations draw: Ranking all 24 qualifiers
Ahead of Tuesday’s Nations Cup draw, Goal’s Ed Dove ranks all 24 qualifiers for the Afcon #24.Equatorial Guinea Victories in Malabo against Libya and Tanzania ensure Equatorial Guinea will play at the Nations Cup for the first time in a tournament that they’re not hosting. However, it was their 3-2 …
Read More »‘Holy kiss’ priest to be dealt with as Anglican Church commences investigation
• The Anglican Church has responded to a recent viral video involving one of its Priests • Rev. Obeng Larbi was captured ‘force-kissing’ a number of female teacher trainees in the video • The video has since sparked widespread condemnation The Anglican Church of Ghana has announced it has begun …
Read More »Sarkodie talks about his battle with fame and his normal self ‘Michael’
Multiple award-winning star, Michael Owusu Addo, popularly known as Sarkodie, in an interview with Tilly Akua Nipa of OneplayAfrica talked about the battle he faces concerning fame. The rap king in the interview stated that he loves to play the Michael role which makes him feel normal and is able …
Read More »