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Godfred Dame takes over cross-examination of Jakpa

Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame has taken over the cross-examination of the third accused in the ongoing ambulance procurement trial, Richard Jakpa from his...

Lighthouse Chapel defamation suit: Manasseh Azure undergoes cross examination

Manasseh Azure, an investigative journalist, received a barrage of queries in court regarding his journalism training, his legal knowledge and multiple allegations he made...

Nhyira FM’s Obra Show rescues lady from despair

Nhyira FM, a leading radio station based in Kumasi, has rescued an 18-year-old lady from her state of despair in burying her late mother. Benedicta’s...

Chief of Kwawu Kwamang declares war on illegal miners

Chief of Kwawu Kwamang, Nana Owusu Sasu Bediatuo II has declared war against illegal miners who invade the community’s lands. Kwawu Kwamang, in the Kwawu...

Accra College of Education students lament as CETAG strike takes a heavy toll

Students at the Accra College of Education are enduring the ongoing strike by the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG). The strike, declared...

NSMQ 2024: Apam SHS painfully defeats Mfantsipim; Wesley Girls and Ghana National all qualify to C/R regional finale

Apam Senior High School (SHS) has defeated the one-time Regional champion and two-time National champion, Mfantsipim Senior High School. Mfantsipim’s contest against four other schools;...

Family blames Suhum Hospital for miner’s death, allegedly assaults staff

The Police have initiated an investigation into an alleged attack on the staff of Suhum Government Hospital by the family of a deceased patient. The...

Yango and Guinness launch a nationwide ‘’Don’t Drink and Drive’’ Campaign

International ride-hailing service, Yango has partnered with Guinness Ghana PLC to launch a nationwide “Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign, aimed at promoting road safety...

Prosecution to continue cross examination of Richard Jakpa

Prosecution will this afternoon continue to cross-examine the 3rd accused person, Richard Jakpa in the ongoing ambulance procurement case for which the Minority Leader...

It was horrible – Nii Lante Vanderpuye on Kenya protest

Member of Parliament for the Odododiodioo Constituency, Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has given a first-hand account of the moment anti-tax protesters in Kenya invaded...

Prosecution in Lilwin’s case awaits advice from A-G

The Asokore Mampong District Court hearing the case involving actor, Kwadwo Nkansah popularly known as Lilwin has adjourned the matter to July 29, 2024. When...

Accident survivor gives chilling account [Video]

https://youtu.be/b3nGLpobMVQ?t=5703 Grace Akosua Asamoah, a survivor of an accident on the Jukwa-Cape Coast Highway in the Central region has given a chilling account. The accident she...

Policeman killed in robbery at Ahodwo

The Ghana Police Service has announced the death of an officer in a robbery incident that occurred at Ahodwo, a suburb of Kumasi in...

Increase ¢1.5bn bailout – Aggrieved Gold Coast Fund customers appeals to govt

Customers of the Aggrieved Customers of defunct Gold Coast Fund Management (ACGCFM) have lauded the steps initiated by the government to pay victims of...

One arrested in connection with robbery that led to death of policeman

One person has been arrested in connection with the robbery incident at Ahodwo in the Ashanti region that claimed the life of a Policeman. The...

Effective drug policies must be based on scientific research – Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo says for drug policies to be effective, they must be based on scientific research, respect for human rights, compassion, and a deep...

RE: Rev. Kusi Boateng suffers 3rd defeat against Ablakwa as Court of Appeal throws him out

Lawyers of Rev. Victor Kusi Boateng, a member of the board of Trustees of the National Cathedral project have clarified reports on a Court...

How accident survivor was robbed of GH₵21,000 [Listen]

An accident survivor, Grace Akosua Asamoah, has recounted how she was robbed of her GH₵21,000 in 2021. Grace has said the robbery occurred shortly after...

Undertake thorough investigation before charging suspects – ASP Wiafe to Police

Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Lawrence Wiafe, Nkwanta South Crime Officer has called on Police personnel to undertake thorough investigations before charging suspects with...

I’m not one who fears the court; I’m ready for you – Ablakwa to Blay family

North Tongu Member of Parliament (MP) Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has said he is ready to meet  Freddie Blay, the former National Chairman of the...

Several hostels in KNUST flooded after heavy downpour

A heavy downpour on Wednesday, June 26, led to severe flooding in several hostels located off-campus at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology...

Deputy Housing Minister unveils vision for urbanization and smart cities

The Deputy Minister for Works and Housing, Dr Prince Hamid Armah, has emphasized the crucial role that urbanization and smart cities play in driving...

Chief cautions Banda youth to avoid drugs and stay alive

The Banda chief of Techiman in the Bono East region, Mubarik Baba Mohammed, has reiterated the need for the youth to stay away from...

Lordina Mahama supports artisans in Nkoranza North [Photos]

Former First Lady Lordina Mahama has donated equipment to hairdressers and dressmakers at Busunya in the Nkoranza North constituency of the Bono East region. Mrs...

Health Minister vows joint effort to tackle concerns at KATH

The Minister of Health, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, has assured the staff of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) that the government is committed to...

MPs laud Lands Minister for ratifying Ghana Bauxite Company’s mining lease

Parliament has unanimously ratified the Mining Lease granted by the government to the Ghana Bauxite Company to mine bauxite at Awaso in the Bibiani...

SSNIT hotels: Elizabeth Ohene didn’t address the fundamental issues – Ablakwa

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says Board Chair of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Elizabeth Ohene’s recent...

I didn’t have to consult cement manufacturers to get L.I through – K.T. Hammond

The Trade Minister has dismissed calls by cement manufacturers for stakeholder discussions before the proposed legislative instrument aimed at regulating cement prices is placed...

EC to extend voter registration to prison inmates

The Electoral Commission (EC) says it is working with the Ghana Prisons Service to register eligible prison inmates ahead of the 2024 general election. The...

New mpox strain in DR Congo ‘most dangerous yet’

A new strain of the mpox virus spreading quickly along the eastern border of Democratic Republic of Congo is "incredibly worrying", say health officials...

Mahama donates GHC 50,000 to Buz Stop Boys for Clean Ghana Campaign [Video]

Former President John Dramani Mahama has generously donated GHC 50,000 to the Buz Stop Boys, an NGO committed to improving sanitation across Ghana. The donation...

Bank of Ghana increases maximum advance payment for imports to $200,000

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced an amendment to the rules governing Advance Payments for imports, increasing the maximum amount permitted from $50,000...

Stakeholders call for strengthening of child restraint laws to reduce road crashes

Children are dying in road crashes, and most of these deaths could have been avoided if child restraint systems were in place. Child restraint systems...

Cement manufacturers called my bluff over pricing concerns – Trade Minister

Trade Minister Kobina Tahir Hammond revealed that the Cement Manufacturers Association of Ghana (CMAG) dismissed his directive regarding cement pricing. In an interview with Evans...

Standoff as NPP supporters besiege Walewale police station over election dispute

Tonight, there is a stand-off at the Walewale Police Station in the Mamprusi West Municipality of the North East Region. This was after dozens of...

Asantehene joins calls for retooling of KATH after doctors at Oncology Unit calls off strike

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has joined the call for the retooling of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH). This follows a protest by...

Cape Coast Teaching Hospital resumes haemodialysis services

The Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH) has resumed haemodialysis services following a temporary suspension announced on June 14, 2024. The suspension was due to quality...

Ghanaian pilot recounts why he cried the first time he manned a plane

Emirates-celebrated Ghanaian pilot, Solomon Quainoo has recounted how he broke down in tears the first time he flew a plane. This according to him was...

New report highlights pathways to sustainable jobs in Ghana

The latest Ghana Human Development Report 2023 (GNHDR) reveals that Ghana's workforce is grappling with meaningful employment opportunities. Despite high economic growth over the past...

Family suspects foul play in death of 18-year-old while in Police custody

The family of 18-year-old Jagiri Mborilen suspects foul play in his death while in Police custody in Chamba, within the Nanumba North Municipality of...