The Ashaiman Circuit Court has imposed GH¢1,320 fine on two siblings, for verbally assaulting four public officers. Safianu Osumanu was fine GH¢720 and Aishatu Osumanuwas fined GH¢600. The two would serve a three-month prison term if they default on paying the fine. The court, presided over by Mr Simon Gaga, sentenced them after they changed … The post 2 siblings
A businessman, Nana Ohene Djan Aggrey Bentil, was yesterday remanded in police custody by the Accra Circuit Court, for allegedly defrauding victims of GH¢1,780,000.00. Nana Bentil is accused of defrauding by false pretences and selling cars worth GH¢1,780,000.00 to his customers without the consent of the owners. The accused, who is the Director of N.O.B … The post Businessman
A 25-year-old trader, Michael Azu accused of fraud, has been remanded in police custody, for failing to appear before the Accra Circuit Court. Azu, who is being held for defrauding by false pretence, failed to turn up in court and a bench warrant was issued for his arrest. Azu allegedly collected GH¢250,000 from a colleague … The post Trader remanded for failing to appear before court
Godfred Yeboah Dame The Office of the Attorney General has tasked the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, to investigate the ‘marriage’ between 63-year-old Gborbu Wulomo Read More... The post Probe ‘Marriage’ Of Girl, 12 – AG To IGP appeared
In what is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing political maneuvers ahead of the upcoming elections, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, H.E. Alhaji (Dr) Mahamudu Bawumia finds himself at crossroads that could redefine the party’s future and potentially the political landscape of Ghana. With an array of prospective candidates to choose […] The post Bawumia Running Mate Saga:
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor, has commissioned an ultra-modern office that will serve as the hub of activities for Greater Accra Lands Commission. The complex, made up of a number of spacious offices, conference room and an auditorium was constructed with internally generated funds (IGF) from the regional office of the […] The post Lands C’ssion, G/A gets modern
The Head Pastor of the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC), Calvary Temple, at Spintex, in Accra, Reverend Anthony Cudjoe says a Muslim can also lead Ghana. According to him, God can use any person to build a nation without considering their religion or the wishes of men. “Sometimes you hear Ghanaians saying, ‘We want a […] The post A Muslim can also lead Ghana –ICGC Pastor appeared
The Independent Power Generators Ghana (IPGG) has commended President Akufo-Addo regarding his directive to the Volta River Authority to halt the exportation of electricity to neighbouring nations such as Togo and Burkina Faso. The group acknowledged that while this suspension may not completely resolve the current energy crisis, it will certainly provide some relief and […] The post Dumsor:
Kenyan President William Ruto is expected to arrive in Ghana on Tuesday (April 2, 2024) for a three-day state visit. During the visit, Kenya and Ghana are set to sign bilateral agreements covering areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment, education and research, public service, and capacity building. Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet […] The post Kenya’s
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection has reiterated its commitment to liaise with the Ghana Police Service to probe the marriage of Gborbu Wulomo of Nungua, Nuumo Borketey Laweh Tsuru XXXIII, to an underage girl. This traditional ceremony, which occurred on March 30, 2024, has caused public outrage in Ghana. There are calls […] The post We’ll
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has announced upward adjustments in its fees and charges for services effective Monday April 1, 2024. The Ministry in a statement clarified that this decision aligns with the 2023 fees and charges regulations, L.I.2481. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration wishes to inform its valued […] The post New
The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) says the country’s democratic progress and long-term stability could be undermined if the increasing phenomenon of organised crime is not checked. It said although the country had taken commendable legal steps to stamp-out crimes, such as money laundering, drug peddling and illegal mining, more needed to be done to achieve […] The post Organised
Minister of Food and Agriculture and Member of Parliament for Abetifi Constituency in the Eastern Region, Dr. Bryan Acheampong has stated that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) will send Read More... The post John
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has announced plans to restructure the Youth and Sports Ministry to better serve the interests of Ghana’s youth. Speaking at the unveiling of the NDC’s National Youth Wing Secretariat and Campaign on Friday, March 29, 2024, Mr. Mahama emphasized the need for a more comprehensive […] The post 2024
Ghana coach Otto Addo has emphasised the importance of the international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda insisting it provided the team a lot of answers to many lingering questions. Upon his return as coach of the national team, the Dortmund talent coach failed to record a win in the March friendlies succumbing to a 2-1 […] The post We got positive and negative
A security man has been fined GH¢3,600 by the Adentan Circuit Court for stealing electrical appliances and two water pump machines belonging to his uncle, a senior lecturer, at the University of Ghana, Legon. He pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to steal and not guilty on the second count of stealing. The presiding … The post Security man fined GH¢3,600 for stealing
Two men, who attempted to escape from Bawdie police cells, in the Western Region, have each been sentenced to four years imprisonment by the Tarkwa Circuit Court. Evans Sarpong, 24, and Desmond Ampong, 23, both unemployed, who conspired and broke part of the wall of the cells in an attempt to escape from lawful custody, … The post 2 jailed for attempting to escape from police cells
A man, who defiled and impregnated a 15-year-old student, has been sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment in hard labour, by the Tarkwa Circuit Court. The convict, Kingsley Acquah, 24, pleaded not guilty to the charge, but he was found guilty at the end of the trial. Prosecuting, Superintendent of Police Juliana Essel-Dadzie told the court, … The post Man jailed 7 years for impregnating student
The Tarkwa Circuit Court has sentenced an okada rider, Kofi Sumaila, to 10 years imprisonment for robbing a commercial tricycle rider, at Bompieso in the Prestea Huni-Valley Municipality. The 22-year-old convict, also known as Blackman, pleaded guilty and prayed the court, presided over by Mrs Hathia Ama Manu, for forgiveness. The judge passing judgement, said: … The post Okada rider jailed 10
A young Ghanaian lady based in the US has taken a swipe at the Ghana Embassy in New York City for unprofessionalism in the discharge of their duty. In a thread posted on her X profile with the username Yaa Tabby, she narrated her ordeal at the Ghana embassy when she went to the embassy […] The post Ghana Embassy in New York faces backlash for unprofessionalism first appeared on
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