It was a moment of sober reflection, nostalgia and solemnity as family, friends and comrades gathered to remember Lawyer Akoto Ampaw, popularly known as Sheey Sheey, who died at age 73. The National Theatre, Accra, on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 hosted the guests who took part in the evening of reminiscences, testimonies, tributes and performances. […] The post Sheey Sheey Departs
The Minister for Works and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has supervised the commencement of upgrading works, which include the construction of primary and secondary drains, access roads, solid waste management facilities and security lights at Alogboshie, a surburb of Accra. Under the auspices of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project, the provision of […] The post Works
Global Media Foundation (GLOMEF), a Non-Governmental Organization in Sunyani, has introduced the ‘Resilient City for Adolescent Project’. This initiative is part of a series of efforts to address the unique needs of Sunyani’s youth and foster their well-being. At a special presentation to the Paramount Queen of Sunyani Traditional Area, Nana Akosua Dua Asor Brayie […] The post GLOMEF
We used this column yesterday to express our concerns over the springing up of skyscrapers in Accra, without the corresponding provision of modern equipment for the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). We noted that though some of these high-rise buildings have as many as 25 floors, the GNFS does not have the fire tenders that […] The post Editorial: Varsities churning
In mid-1950s New York, business corruption was rife, and mafia families were on the rise. Jacob Javits, who was the New York state attorney general at the time, pushed the state legislature to create a law that would give his office sweeping power to identify and go after repeated fraudsters. From that request, Executive Law 63 (12) was born. Today, the […] The post The Case Against Trump’s Company
Kumasi-based broadcast journalist, Nicholas Osei-Wusu, is keenly contesting the District Level elections on Tuesday. He is aspiring to represent the constituents of the Nintin-Hwidiem Electoral Area, in the Mampong Municipality of the Ashanti region. Osei-Wusu, a Regional Correspondent and an Editor-in-Chief of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) in Kumasi, is a native of Nintin, the gateway […] The post GBC
Former Assembly member for Asem Electoral Area, Thomas Ekow Sackey, is staging a comeback with a mission to serve his people. He has since filed to contest in the upcoming local election, slated for December 19, 2023. Popularly known as Ogede, he believes among the three people contesting the election that, he is the right […] The post Ogede wants Asem electoral area seat back appeared first on
The Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has warned students to desist from attacking their teachers with dangerous weapons. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr Hadiza Asabe Mohammad issued the warning in a statement signed by the Information Officer, Jibrin Usman Kodo. Frowning at attacks on teachers by students, the commissioner […] The post ‘Stop
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Malagi, says the political crisis in Rivers State was not orchestrated by the Federal Government. The minister, who spoke during a live appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on Thursday, said the fact that some of the actors in the crisis are in the cabinet of President Bola Tinubu […] The post Govt
The ECOWAS Court of Justice in Abuja has rejected a request to order the transfer of a Nigerian convicted of fraud in the United States to complete his jail time in Nigeria. The court, in a judgement delivered on Thursday, said it lacked jurisdiction to grant Richard Ugbah’s request. Mr Ughah had told the court he had […] The post ECOWAS Court rejects US prisoner’s request
President Bola Tinubu has sacked the heads of Nigeria’s aviation agencies including FAAN, NAMA, NCAA and NiMET. The sack was announced in a statement on Wednesday by presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale. New officials were also appointed to head the agencies. Read the full statement below; In line with his determination to bring world class standards […] The post Tinubu
The Supreme Court will on February 28, 2024 deliver judgement on two separate suits challenging the payment of salaries to first and second ladies. This was after two sitting Members of Parliament (MPs), and another, went to the apex court to challenge the payment of emolument to Ghana’s first and second ladies. Rockson Dafeamekpor, South Dayi MP, Dr […] The post Payment
The inflation rate declined to 26.4% in November, a 19-month low, the Ghana Statistical Service has published.The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November 2023 was 198.2 – relative to 156.8 for November 2022. The Ghana Statistical Service says food inflation was the major contributor to the decline in the rate of inflation. In November, food […] The post Inflation declines from 35% to 26% appeared first
Tilapia is a popular food source due to its affordability and numerous health benefits in other areas. However, for the heart, tilapia appears to be a bad omen. I herein explore why tilapia might not be good for your heart health in this article. In general, self.com reported that fresh tilapia contained a good source of […] The post For a Healthy Heart: Tilapia May be bad appeared first on The
Tilapia is a globally produced fish because of its fast growth, tolerance, and adaptability. Tilapia comes in a variety of colours and sizes with a fully matured tilapia growing up to 20 inches and weighing 5-6 pounds in a suitable environment. The word koobi is the local name for processed tilapia with an extended shelf […] The post Koobi v fresh Tilapia: Why Koobi is Superior appeared first on
Jada Pinkett Smith, wife of America Actor, Will Smith has credited the now-infamous Oscars slap involving his husband and Chris Rock with saving her marriage. In an interview with Daily Mail, Jada expressed that the incident was a pivotal moment that made her realize she would never leave Will. She described the aftermath of the […] The post Will Smith slapping Chris Rock saved our
Westline Entertainment, organizers of the prestigious Western Music Awards have slated 24th December, 2023 for the seventh edition of the awards which celebrates creative arts players from and operating in Western and Western North Regions. Sponsored by Medimafo Herbal Center, the seventh edition of the awards will be held at the Kingstel Hotel at Apolo […] The post 7th edition of Western
Kumawood actor Salinko has made a startling revelation about a disputed paternity issue with his ex-girlfriend. Salinko opened up about a relationship with his ex-lover, who deceived him into caring for a child that was not his. According to him, he was initially excited about the news of being a father since they lost their […] The post Salinko talks about trauma
Dancehall Artiste, Stonebwoy has responded to constant attacks by his colleague musician, Shatta Wale who at the least chance brings his personality into disrepute. According to him, Shatta Wale’s untoward actions toward him are a clear indication that he is a “comedian” whose rants are aimed at entertaining Ghanaians instead of making prudent comments. He […] The post Stonebwoy
An Australian mother who spent two decades in prison after she was wrongly found guilty of killing her four children had her convictions formally quashed Thursday, as her lawyers called for legal reform and “substantial” compensation. Kathleen Folbigg was pardoned and freed in June on the recommendation of retired judge Tom Bathurst, who re-examined all […] The post Mother
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