A student’s vow to overthrow one of Africa’s last ruling monarchs faces a roadblock: his own father, a soldier sworn to protect the throne.
Two prison wardens have been handed over to the police for criminal investigations in connection with the escape of a Chinese inmate, at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, a week ago. This follows their interdiction by the Prisons Administration for investigation to be carried out. The prisoner, Wang Xiao, 39, was in the care … The post 2 prison warden handed
The Accra High Court has ordered lawyers handling the Kasoa teenager’s murder case, to file their addresses by March 14, 2024. The order came after the prosecution, led by Nana AdomahOsei, an Assistant State Attorney, ended cross-examination of the 18-year-old teenager, second accused in the case. Meanwhile, defence counsel, Mr Lawrence Boampong, who held brief … The post Teenager’s
The Ashaiman Circuit Court has granted GH¢20,000 bail with two sureties each, one of which is to bejustified, to two siblings, who verbally assaulted public officers and disturbed court proceedings. Qld Safianu Osumanu and Aishatu Osumanu, the siblings, pleaded not guilty to five counts of assault on public officers, offensive conduct and disturbance of court. … The post Siblings
Michael Oppong, a 51-year-old ‘trotro’ driver, has been remanded in police custody by the Ashaiman Circuit Court, for stabbing a passenger with a knife over additional 50 pesewas lorry fare. The victim, Ketogloh Mawunyegah Edoh, has been treated for his wounds and discharged from the hospital to await further treatment. The plea of Oppong, who … The post Driver remanded
A man, who allegedly stabbed a policeman after he had robbed a woman, at Ashaley Botwe, in Accra, is assisting the police in investigation. Francis Addo, suspect, could not get away with the GH¢2,400.00 and iPhone 14 pro max he allegedly robbed Lovia Narh of. Addo, however, inflicted knife wounds on General Constable Foster Alipoe … The post Man nabbed for robbery, inflicting
One person, believed to be a mobile money vendor, has been shot dead by suspected armed robbers, at Walewale in the West Mamprusi Municipality of the North East Region. The deceased, identified as Rabiu, was pronounced dead on arrival at the Tamale Teaching Hospital. Eight others, who suffered injuries from stray bullets following the attack, … The post 1 killed, 8 injured in robbery attack
The Director of Sports at the University of Ghana, Dr. Bella Bello Bitugu, has expressed anticipation for Citi TV’s National Invitational Schools Athletics Championship scheduled from February 24-28, 2024. The five-day event will take place at the renovated University of Ghana stadium with over 2000 student-athletes from over 40 senior high schools such as St. […] The post We’ll
By Kizito CUDJOE The Senior Minister of Cambodia and President of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, Dr. Ly Thuch, has called for action to encourage the remaining non-state parties in Africa – Egypt, Libya and Morocco – to join the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or Mine Ban Treaty. This is seen as a crucial step […] The post African
Deputy Director of the National Sports Authority, Bawa Abdul Majeed, has revealed that the government’s plan for the recently inaugurated Borteyman Sports Complex involves transforming it into a sports development hub following its role as the venue for the 13th African Games. This strategic move follows the successful commissioning of the multipurpose complex, marking Ghana’s […] The post 13th
The 18-year-old facing trial in the Kasoa teenager’s murder case has denied that he and the 15-year-old accused discussed how to seek spiritual assistance to make life comfortable. The 18-year-old also denied that on April 4, 2021, when the 15-year-old spent the night at his place, they discussed how difficult life was because money was … The post Accused in Kasoa
A 26-year-old driver was on Monday sentenced to a fine of GH¢2,880.00 for obtaining multiple Ghanaian documents illegally. Komitse Senyo Egle, a Togolese, was charged with obtaining by false declaration, a Ghanaian birth certificate, Ghanaian National Identification card,and driver’s licence. He was also accused of entering and remaining in Ghana without immigration permit. Egle was … The post Man
Access to financial services continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth in nations across the globe. In the wake of rapid post-COVID-19 structural transformations in economies worldwide, the issue of financial inclusion has taken centre stage in national policy discussions. Financial inclusion stands as a vital indicator for inclusive growth in any […] The post
A 55-year-old farmer, Isaac Donkor, who mistook a hunter for a game, shot and killed him, has been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment and a GH¢600 fine by the Tarkwa Circuit Court. The farmer, who was charged with negligently causing harm and possessing fire arm without authority, pleaded guilty on both counts. Superintendent Juliana Essel-Dadzie, … The post Farmer gets 3 years
A 50-year-old security guard accused of having sex with a nine-year-old girl in Abeka, Accra, has appeared before the Accra Circuit Court. Winfred Nyefene allegedly offered the girl GH¢2.00 after having sex with her. The security man, who was charged with defilement, pleaded not guilty. Mrs Susuana Eduful, the relieving judge, granted GH¢100,000 bail with … The post Man in court for defiling
Seven people have so far been arrested at Jirapa in the Upper West Region, in connection with the alleged murder of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Royal Cosy Hills Hotel, Mr Eric Johnson, at the facility on Sunday. According to a statement released by the Ghana Police Service on its official twitter handle, … The post 7 arrested over alleged murder of ‘Jirapa Dubai’ CEO
The Cyber Security Authority has warned unsuspecting members of the public regarding potential fraud associated with the upcoming Valentine’s Day celebration on February 14. It cautioned that cyber criminals often exploit the occasion to defraud unsuspecting victims through various schemes, including online shopping and romance scams. In a press statement released on February 7, the … The post Cyber
The Ashaiman District Court has granted bail in the sum of GH¢5,000 with one surety each to Obaa Yaa Annan and Lydia Koomson for fighting in public. The court, presided over by Mr Derick Parden Eshun, granted the two persons bail after they pleaded not guilty to charges of disturbing public peace. Police Inspector Kwajo … The post Two women granted GH¢5,000 bail each for fighting
Financial irregularity is one of the thorny issues organizations tend to grapple with in their operations. It is a matter of interest in terms of demanding accountability regarding the use of resources. The issue is a yearly ritual in the public financial management of government institutions and attracts wide national commentary. The private sector also […] The post
According to the Global Risks Report, some of the most severe risks the world may face over the next decade against a backdrop of rapid technological change, economic uncertainty, a warming planet and conflict is one that would not easily rebound from continued shocks. As cooperation comes under pressure, weakened economies and societies may only […] The post
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