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The Ghana Police Service has successfully disrupted a large-scale narcotics smuggling operation, leading to the arrest of seven suspects and the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal substances. The operation has been widely praised after officers reportedly rejected a GH¢80,000 bribe offered
At least seven Ghanaian nationals have reportedly been killed in a violent terrorist attack in northern Burkina Faso, raising fresh concerns about the safety of civilians and cross-border traders operating within the Sahel region. The victims were said to be traders working in the town of Titao, a c
A tense moment unfolded at a Valentine’s Day concert in Ghana when a fan rushed the stage and made contact with award-winning musician Black Sherif during his performance, raising concerns about performer safety and concert security. The incident occurred while Black Sherif was performing for a larg
Ghanaian music executive and public figure Bullgod has claimed that President John Dramani Mahama provides him with a portion of his monthly salary, a statement that has stirred debate across social media and the media landscape. Bullgod, known for his outspoken opinions and public support for polit
Authorities in Ghana have successfully dismantled a human trafficking syndicate operating in the Greater Accra Region, arresting multiple suspects and rescuing victims in a coordinated law enforcement operation. The crackdown was carried out by the Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team, under t
Residents of Somanya were left shocked after a 34-year-old woman was discovered dead inside her boyfriend’s rented room, prompting an ongoing police investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding her death. The incident reportedly came to light after neighbours noticed unusual silence comi
A female police officer was seriously injured after being knocked down by a suspected drunk driver while directing traffic at a busy intersection, raising renewed concerns about road safety and the risks faced by law enforcement officers on duty. The incident occurred while the officer was actively
Ghana’s Ministry of the Interior has confirmed that a group of Ghanaian tomato traders were caught in a terrorist attack in northern Burkina Faso, raising serious concerns about the safety of cross-border trade routes in the region. The incident occurred near Titao, an area that has experienced incr
Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has launched a nationwide debt recovery initiative by deploying 200 National Service personnel to support the collection of outstanding customer debts estimated at GH¢866 million. The move forms part of the company’s broader strategy to strengthen revenue mobilisation, impr
Ghanaian car buyers may soon experience significant relief as the Automobile Dealers Union of Ghana (ADUG) has announced that vehicle prices across the country are expected to fall by about 15 percent. The development comes as part of efforts by dealers to align with global market trends and improve
Ghanaian authorities have launched investigations into a Russian national accused of secretly recording women during intimate encounters in Ghana and sharing the footage online without their consent. The allegations have sparked widespread public outrage and renewed national conversations about digi
A recent interview with Major General (rtd) Edwin Kwamina Sam, former Chief of the Defence Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, has stirred renewed discussion about the early military career of the late Ghanaian leader Jerry John Rawlings. Major General Sam claimed that Rawlings “wouldn’t have been a so
Legendary Ghanaian musician Kojo Antwi, often referred to as “Mr. Music Man,” recently shared a dramatic and personal story from his time abroad, revealing that he once hide in the boot of a car to travel from Germany to Switzerland. The revelation, made during an interview with local media, offers
The annual Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival in Nigeria was thrown into dramatic scenes this week as several athletes collapsed during pre-finale competitions, raising concerns about health and safety measures at the event. Medical teams quickly responded, ensuring the affected par
Cape Town is set to receive support from the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) as authorities intensify efforts to curb escalating gang violence across the city. The deployment, announced following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent State of the Nation Address, comes as police launch coor
