Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a class action lawsuit in the US over his promotion of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world. The plaintiffs claim his endorsement led to them make loss-making investments. They are seeking damages of “a sum exceeding” $1bn (£790m). The BBC has contacted both …
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Social media in turmoil as new video of Becca regenerates bleaching accusations
Tongues have been left wagging all over social media after popular songstress, Rebecca Acheampong, known professionally as Becca updated her fans with a new video post, which left many asking if she had been bleaching. The “African Woman” hitmaker took to her Instagram handle on November 29 to share a video of …
Read More »I was told to pay $20,000 bribe to Asenso-Boakye for access to Akufo-Addo – Businessman alleges
The Chief Executive Officer of Alafei Food, Claude Convincer Davit, has accused the Minister of Workers and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, of soliciting $2,000 to grant him access to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Speaking at an event in a viral video sighted by GhanaWeb, Davit said that the incident happened in 2017 …
Read More »Nigerian man lynched for allegedly stabbing two women in Central Region
A 34-year-old Nigerian national by the name Ikechuku popularly known as ‘Nose Mask,’ has met his tragic end as he was allegedly lynched by a furious mob in Gomoa Akotsi, in the Central region, according to a report by onuafmonline.com. The incident is said to have unfolded after ‘Nose Mask’ …
Read More »Marvel Umoh launches the new Greatness POD Series in Accra Ghana
Creatives and entrepreneurs met for an exclusive talk at the Greatness POD Series event at YOTA, American House, in Accra, November 18th, 2023. The presentation which was characterized as a refuelling platform for creatives and entrepreneurs, focused on how to position yourself for better jobs and business opportunities in 2024. …
Read More »2024 Polls:Only Hope for Ghanaians apart from God is Alan Kyerematen- Solomon Owusu
The Spokesperson for the Leader of the Movement for Change (MFC)Alan Kyerematen indicated that Ghanaians will be saddled with poverty if they make mistake to cast their votes for the incumbent New Patriotic Party(NPP) or the opposition National Democratic Congress(NDC) come 2024 general elections. In his view, the economic woes …
Read More »“WE NEED PREMIX FUEL TO OPERATE, OR YOU FACE OUR WRATH,” – BOAT OWNERS WARN
Following their widely circulated statement regarding the recent shortage of premix fuel, Honorable Emmanuel Kwaku Boam, the NDC Parliamentary Candidate, engaged with the Boat Owners Association in YEJI(PRU EAST DISTRICT), BONO EAST REGION, his constituency. The Association explained that over three(3) months now, they haven’t received even a “Tanker …
Read More »YOU ARE OUR NEXT MP – YEJI CHIEF PRAISES NDC PC
YOU ARE OUR NEXT MP – YEJI CHIEF PRAISES NDC PC The President of Bono East Regional House of Chief of YEJI, Nana Pimapim Yaw Kagbrese (v) has lauded NDC parliamentary candidate for Pru East constituency Hon Emmanuel Kwaku Boam for his immense support and contributions to ensure development. Speaking …
Read More »Partnerships for Progress: Collaboration between banks and Fintechs is the future of banking in Africa
By Ike.S Anison, Country Director, Ghana/Liberia/Gambia at Onafriq Historically, the formal banking sector’s penetration in Africa has been relatively low. And, while there has been significant improvement in this area in recent years, there is still a significant portion of the population on the continent who are unbanked …
Read More »HON. DAFEAMEKPOR DONATES TOWARDS 28TH GBIDUKOR FESTIVAL AT PEKI
HON. DAFEAMEKPOR DONATES TOWARDS 28TH GBIDUKOR FESTIVAL AT PEKI The Member of Parliament for South Dayi Constituency Rockson-Nelson Kwame Etse Dafeamekpor Esq. donated different kinds of items to HRM Deiga XII who hosts the 2023 Gbidukorza. HRM Deiga XII, his divisional chiefs, Queen mothers and elders were overwhelmed with …
Read More »MP DAFEAMEKPOR SUPPORTS GBIDUKORZA, 2023 WITH DIFFERENT KINDS OF ITEMS
The Member of Parliament for South Dayi Constituency Rockson-Nelson Kwame Etse Dafeamekpor Esq. donated different kinds of items to HRM Deiga XII who hosts the 2023 Gbidukorza. The items donated are purposely for supporting the upcoming events. HRM Deiga XII, his divisional chiefs, Queen mothers and elders were overwhelmed with …
Read More »HON. BENITO OWUSU-BIO COMMENDS NEWMONT GHANA FOR THEIR FOREST OFFSET RESTORATION PROJECT
The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources responsible for Lands and Forestry, Hon. Benito Owusu-Bio, has emphasized the importance for mining companies to fulfill their obligation of land and forest reclamation which is a condition precedent for the issuance of operational license to mine in the Forest Reserve. …
Read More »Wassa Amenfi East Municipal Marks 39th Edition of Farmers Day Awards Celebration
Wassa Amenfi East Municipal Marks 39th Edition of Farmers Day Awards Celebration 2023 Wassa Amenfi East Municipal Assembly has held its farmers Day Celebration at Akoreso Nkwanta on Friday 24th November, 2023 to honour deserving hardworking farmers in the Municipality under the theme, “Delivering Smart Solutions For Sustainable Food Security …
Read More »Experienced Photojournalist Gifty Lawson Graduates With Master’s Degree In Diplomacy
One of Ghana’s most versatile and experienced photojournalists, Gifty Ama Lawson, has graduated from the Accra-based higher learning institution, the SALT Institute with a Master’s Degree. Ms. Lawson – who has worked with Western Publications Limited, publishers of Ghana’s number one privately-owned newspaper, Daily Guide – graduated …
Read More »Cling Events CEO Nana Akua Akuffo Wins Prestigious Ghana Industry CEO Award
Nana Akua Akuffo The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ghana’s number one events management and interior decoration firm, Cling Events Ghana, Nana Akua Akuffo, has won yet another coveted award, a testament of her hard work and visionary leadership. Ms. Akuffo was adjudged the CEO of the Year …
Read More »Justice can’t be administered by persons of depraved morality – Supreme Court Judge
Supreme Court Judge, Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi, says a person of depraved morality cannot be given the opportunity to administer justice in the country. This, he explained is because of the person’s element of impartiality and the need to engender the confidence of the people receiving the verdict. “A dishonest …
Read More »Electricity essential if 24hr economy will be implemented – Prof Gatsi
Economist Prof. John Gatsi, has suggested that electricity is essential if the 24-hour economy proposal by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, is to be implemented. He believes part of the manufacturing sector will be disincentivized if constant electricity is not provided to ensure effective …
Read More »MoFA announces 5-day road closure for Agric Festival and Farmers’ Day celebrations
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has announced roadblocks within the Ministries enclave ahead of the 2023 Farmers’ Day celebrations. The roadblocks which stretches from the Starlet 91 Road to the National Theatre traffic light, begins Monday November 27, 2023 and will end on Friday, December 1. The blocks …
Read More »What has 24-hour economy got to do with not sleeping with your wives? – Clement Apaak asks Regional Minister
The Builsa South MP, Clement Apaak has condemned comments made by the Upper East Regional Minister, Stephen Yakubu over former President John Mahama’s 24-hour economy proposal. Mr Yakubu is seen in a video questioning the feasibility of the 24-hour economy idea. He argued that the proposed 24-hour economy would deprive …
Read More »Review the constitution to ensure democracy occurs at grassroots – CDD to government
The Co-Founder of the Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Prof. Agyemang-Duah, has called on the government to review the constitution to ensure that democracy takes place at the grassroots level. According to him, if such a measure is taken, it will help to equip the grassroots with the essence of …
Read More »Cedi loses 25.8% of value to dollar – BoG report
The November 2023 Summary of Economic and Financial Data by the Bank of Ghana has put the depreciation of Ghana’s currency, the cedi, at 25.8% as of November 2023. Per the data, the cedi had remained relatively stable between March and September 2023, selling at GHS 11.01 and GHS 11.13 …
Read More »We will continue to go to IMF until we develop agriculture – Prof Oquaye
Former Speaker of Parliament, Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, says the country will continue to run to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for financial support until it utilizes its natural resources well and pays attention to agriculture. He said investments in the sector would give rise to giant industries that would …
Read More »Dr. Lawrence writes: Otumfuo is my Man of the Year
Dr. Lawrence writes: Otumfuo is my Man of the Year I have made Otumfuo Osei Tutu II my Man of the Year because of how he has conducted himself in exposing the corruption, nepotism, and insensitivity of this Nana Addo government. When we say some Kings have wisdom, Otumfuo Osei …
Read More »24-hour economy will create more Jobs for Ghanaians- Kenneth Johnson
A Manufacturing consultant, Mr. Kenneth Johnson has said that the implementation of a 24-hour economy policy by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) H.E. John Mahama will create more employment and revitalize the Ghanaian economy. In an interview on Power FM, 97.9, Mr Johnson emphasized that the vision …
Read More »Good Governance, ethical leadership promote economic growth-Akwasi Opong-Fosu
The President of Africa Growth Solutions, Mr Akwasi Opong-Fosu has indicated that Good governance and ethical leadership dexterities are engines for Africa to actualize its growth potential as a continent. This year’s US-Africa Trade and investment Conference was held in Miami, Florida under the theme ” The Diaspora: Accelerating US-Africa,Investment …
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