President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations. The appointment is pursuant to the advice of the Police Council at its meeting held in Accra on Wednesday, during which Mr Yohuno’s exceptional credentials and dedication to duty were … The post President
Leaders of the Economy Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) have been urged to partner with the universities to establish energy research centres to boost electricity production in their respective countries. According to the Chairman of the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA), Mr Kocou Laurant R. Tossou, member countries were the best consumers of … The post Establish
The demand for government accountability is on the rise throughout Africa, with a significant number of citizens viewing the act of holding leaders accountable as a means to promote transparency and cultivate trust in leadership, Afrobarometer report on democratic trends in Africa has revealed. The report also, highlights that the absence of accountability may result … The post Demand
Donald Trump’s vice-presidential pick, JD Vance, vowed in a primetime speech to fight for working-class Americans that he argued had been “cast aside and forgotten” by the Democrats. Introducing himself to millions of Americans watching on TV at home, the Ohio senator channelled his humble roots in the Midwest as he assailed “career politicians” like … The post Vance vows to fight for
Hans de Borst’s hands were shaking as he flipped through the memorial service programme. His 17-year-old daughter, Elsemiek, was on board flight MH17, 10 years ago to the day. Hans was the first family member to arrive in the small amphitheatre at the heart of the MH17 national monument. “How am I feeling?” Hans repeated … The post Families mark 10 years of pain since
Seven people have died, including three young children and a teenager, in a fire that broke out in the early hours of Thursday in the southern French city of Nice. The local prosecutor said officials were investigating the blaze as a potential arson attack. Flames engulfed the upper floors of an apartment block in the … The post Suspected arson attack in Nice kills 7, including children
Kenya police have banned protests in the centre of the capital, Nairobi, and surrounding areas “until further notice”, citing their leaderless nature that has made it difficult to enforce safety. It comes after a month of anti-government protests in which scores of people have been killed. More protests are planned for Thursday. Nairobi city centre … The post Kenya police ban protests in capital
In a sign of the seismic political changes in South Africa, John Hlophe, a once-celebrated judge whose career ended ignominiously with his impeachment just five months ago, has been parachuted into parliament to lead the official opposition. Dr Hlophe is expected to be in full flight on Friday, when he will open the debate in … The post Impeached judge itching to take on
The family of an 18-year-old student of the Ghana National College in Cape Coast are seeking justice following the death of their son on Saturday, July 6, 2024. The family claimed it was dereliction of duty on the part of the school authorities that caused the untimely death of Theophilus Ansah, a final year science … The post Family demands justice over Ghana National College
The Asante Bekwai Circuit Court has sentenced a 24-year-old unemployed man to 15 years imprisonment in hard labour for robbing a seamstress of her mobile phone. Chillip Xexers, alias Kwabena Boakye, pleaded guilty and was sentenced accordingly. Meanwhile, his alleged accomplice, only named Abdullah is on the run and being sought by the police. Police … The post Robber gets 15 years, accomplice on
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