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Why Akufo-Addo was awarded honorary PhD by French university

President Nana Addo Akufo-Addo on Monday, the 10th of October 2022, was presented with an honorary doctorate degree by the University of Sorbonne in Paris, France. Sorbonne University conferred the award on the Ghanaian leader in recognition of his commitment to entrenching the values of democracy in Ghana, fostering peace …

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VIDEO: How Acheampong’s government ban the use of petrol by private cars on weekends

The usually bustling streets of Accra during the weekends became a thing of the past as the increase in oil prices compelled then-General Ignatius Kutu (I.K) Acheampong’s government to ban the use of petrol by private vehicles on weekends. The ban on October 22, 1975, was from 6.00 pm on …

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Cocoa price goes up by 21%; now GH¢800 per bag

Government has pegged the producer price for cocoa at GH¢800 per bag of 64kg. The new price takes effect from Friday, October 14, 2022, for the 2022-2023 crop season. This depicts a 21 percent increase from GH¢10,560 per tonne to GH¢12,800 per tonne. Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Owusu …

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Man, 47, shot dead by suspected armed robbers at Achiase-Wandamire

A 47-year-old man at Achiase-Wansamire in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District of the Ashanti has been gunned down by some suspected armed robbers. According to reports reaching Angelonline.com.gh, the sad incident occurred on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at about 9 am. The deceased, whose name was given as Yesu Mogya, …

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Nurse, 26, allegedly murdered by boyfriend at Tepa Akwasiase

A 26-year-old nurse has been allegedly murdered by his boyfriend at Tepa Akwasiase in the Ahafo Ano North District of the Ahafo region. The deceased, Alice Osafo, had reportedly threatened to end the relationship after she found out the suspect, Ebenezer Agyei Acheampong, was married with two children. According to …

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PHOTOS: Items stolen from Africa by Britain

  Throughout history, many conquerors or colonizers have taken treasures back to their homelands as part of their expansions. Sometimes it was done to fund their wars, other times these items were just considered novelties. Regrettably, many of these objects were lost or ruined for example thousands of mummies were …

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Cylinder Recirculation Policy set to commence by end of December 2022 – NPA

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) is set to commence the Cylinder Recirculation Policy in key parts of the country by the end of December this year. The Chief Executive Officer of the Authority, Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, explained that development is expected to improve operations after a long wait amid the …

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Six Ghanaians who have been knighted by the British monarchy

“A knighthood, and the female equivalent, a damehood, is an award given by the queen (or king) to an individual for a major, long-term, contribution in any activity, usually at a national or international level.” Across the world, there are several ways people who have contributed to the growth and …

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Shatta Wale reportedly acquires a glass home by the beach

Dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, is said to have acquired a new house made of glass in an undisclosed suburb of Accra. This was made known by realtor, Gus Cameo, who has sold houses to the likes of Michael Blackson and some popular names in Ghana. “The rain didn’t stop @shattawalenima from …

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Ho: Book on speeches and addresses by late Prof. Mills to be launched at commemorative lecture

The Governing Board of the John Evans Atta Mills Memorial Heritage is staging yet another public lecture for the Volta and Oti regions to commemorate the passing of the Asomdwehene 10-years on. The event which is expected to be held on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at the Cedi Auditorium of …

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