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Former IGP sues Net 2’s ‘The Seat’ show host for defamation

•The former IGP has sued a Net 2 Television staff for defamation •David Asante Apeatu claims the defendant, Justice Annan made libelous statements against him on his’The Seat’ show •These he said have marred his reputation and brought his name into disrepute Former Inspector General of Police, David Asante-Apeatu has …

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VIDEO: Man undergoes surgery after military brutality in Wa

Watch the video Below: A 29-year-old man, who was allegedly assaulted by rampaging soldiers in Wa, has undergone surgery at the Upper West Regional Hospital. Gafur Mahama developed a fracture in his right thigh bone which required the service of an orthopaedic surgeon. He was referred to the regional hospital …

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PHOTOS+VIDEO: Tears as Keche Andrew’s father is laid to rest

It was a difficult moment for family and sympathisers after the mortal remains of singer  Keche Andrew’s father, Peter Cudjoe was laid in state. The solemn ceremony was held at the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church at Tema Community 2. Mourners struggled with tears as they file past his …

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43 migrants missing in boat sinking off Tunisia

Forty-three migrants were missing off the Tunisian coast and 84 others were rescued after their boat sank while heading to Europe, a Tunisian Red Crescent official said on Saturday. A rescue operation started on Friday after the boat capsized near the coastal town of Zarzis in Tunisia’s Medenine province, Munji …

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SHS students in Accra school contract deadly Indian coronavirus strain

• The deadly COVID-19 Delta variant has been detected among the Ghanaian populace • The variant is reported to be the most contagious of COVID-19 variants • Some students in an undisclosed Senior High School have contracted this new variant  The highly contagious COVID-19 strain, Delta has been recorded in one of the Senior …

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Prices of commodities swings at markets in Tema

The price swing of commodities in some markets in the Tema enclave at the beginning of July has been attributed to the onset of the rainy season and other variables including the nature of roads in the hinterlands. A GNA survey conducted in some Tema markets at the weekend revealed …

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NDC’s ‘March For Justice’ on Tuesday okayed

The demonstration by the Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Tuesday, July 6 will come off as planned. This follows a discussion between leadership of the Wing and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), James Oppong-Boanuh, on Friday, July 2. All matters relating to the march was discussed …

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Fire destroys parts of CMB Police Station

Fire has destroyed parts of the CMB Police Station at Accra Central. The fire incident, which cause is yet to be known, is reported to have occurred around 12:pm on Friday, July 2, 2021. The fire is believed to have started from one of the offices and extended to other …

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Ejura: Three suspects in court over Kaaka’s death

Three suspects arrested in connection with the murder of a social media activist, Kaaka Macho at Ejura are making their maiden appearance at the Asokwa District Court in Kumasi. The suspects are Issakar Ibrahim, also known as Anyas, Fuseini Alhassan and Iddi Mohammed. They are expected to answer charges on …

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Good news for NDC as Police make U-turn on planned demo

The Ghana Police Service has given the greenlight for the youth wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to embark on their “March for Justice” demo. The massive demonstration was scheduled for Tuesday, July, 6, 2021. According to the party, the protest is to demand justice for all persons killed …

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Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa loses father

• Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed his father’s death • He said his father had been unwell for quite some time • Randy Abbey first made the disclosure on the Good Morning Ghana show Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa the member of Parliament for North Tongu has confirmed the demise of his father. The …

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VGMA: Kofi Kinaata receives GH¢10,000 from Vodafone as Green Award Winner

Telecommunications giant, Vodafone Ghana, has crowned Ghanaian songwriter and musician, Martin King Arthur, popularly known as Kofi Kinaata as the winner of the ‘Vodafone Green Award’ at the 22nd Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs). The ‘Vodafone Green Award’ was introduced by Vodafone Ghana to acknowledge and support musicians who use their …

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CONFIRMED: Akufo-Addo sacks Ejura MCE

• MCE of Ejura Sekyeredumase has been sacked following developments in the area • Tensions have been rife in the area after clashes between the youth of the area and security personnel • Two persons were killed with several others injured by the military after live rounds were fired into …

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Why Malawi’s female MPs dress as school girls

Malawians have been sharing photos on social media of female Members of Parliament dressed up as schoolgirls – some delighting in their outfits others unimpressed by the stunt. The country’s 193-member Parliament usually has a strict dress code, but it was relaxed on Tuesday for the chamber’s 43 female politicians. …

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Two JHS students arrested for assaulting headmistress

Two Junior High School pupils of Rev. Cobbah Yalley Junior High School at Newsite a suburb in the Effia-Kwesimintsim of the Western Region are in the grips of the Western Regional Police Command for assaulting their headmistress. Municipal Chief Executive for Effia-Kwesiminstim Municipal Assembly (EKMA), Kojo Acquah disclosed this during …

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Fire ravages Zenith University

An inferno has ravaged parts of the Zenith University College near the Accra International Trade Fair Centre, La, destroying several properties. Reports indicate the fire occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Two offices, one store, and two recreational centres were completely destroyed by the fire. It took …

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