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Following the recent fire outbreak at the VVIP Station near Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, scrap dealers and scavengers have been seen combing through the debris left behind, searching for items they can sell to earn a living. The fire, which destroyed several makeshift structures and trading stalls
In the short term, advocating for food security and debating aspects of adopting import substitution sound as perfect economic measures for Africa. Ensuring economic sovereignty has always been the primary goal since attaining political independence. But, at quick glance, most of these African count
A 60-year-old businessman, Sumaila Osman, has been remanded by the Amasaman Circuit Court in connection with an alleged fraud case involving a car sale transaction worth GH¢270,000. The case has drawn attention to the growing concern of fraud in high-value business transactions in Ghana. According t
New details have emerged from court documents in the ongoing investigation into the stabbing of a former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate, shedding light on how the injured politician was admitted to a hospital under unusual and distressing circumstances. According to an affidavit f
The Wenchi District Court in the Bono Region has imposed a total fine of GH¢30,000 on members of a mobile money (MoMo) fraud syndicate, following their conviction for engaging in illegal financial activities. The ruling forms part of ongoing efforts by the judiciary and law enforcement agencies to c
Former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has broken his silence following scathing remarks made by ex-striker Diego Costa, reigniting a long-running feud that dates back to their turbulent relationship at Stamford Bridge. The exchange has drawn renewed attention to one of the Premier League’s most contr
An alleged attempt to steal from a treasury facility has gone viral after a dramatic caught-on-camera incident showed the suspect’s plan ending in failure. The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, has sparked public debate, online reactions, and renewed conversations about security
Residents of Goma, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) North Kivu Province, are marking one year under the control of the M23 rebel group, facing ongoing economic and social hardships. Once a vibrant center of commerce and daily activity, the city has seen its bustling markets an
Nigerian music superstar Davido has brought his signature charm to Ghana, adding a playful twist to his visit by humorously seeking permission from his wife, Chioma, before indulging in one of the country’s famed wellness treatments a shea butter spa session. The singer’s lighthearted post has spark
Ghanaian boxing fans have reason to celebrate as Musah Rahman, popularly known in the ring as Awoo “Dede” Lawson, prepares to make a much-anticipated return to the boxing arena. The veteran pugilist is slated to feature in SEM Promotions’ Night of Reset, scheduled for April 25 in Bukom, the heartlan
Ghanaian Premier League club Asante Kotoko faces the potential loss of their captain, Samba O’Neil, as contract negotiations continue to stall. The experienced defender, who has been a cornerstone of the team’s backline, has yet to reach an agreement on a new deal, leaving fans and officials anxious
The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested 42-year-old Alex Darko following the circulation of a viral video in which he allegedly claimed that some members of the Ghana Police Service were supplying firearms to armed robbers. The arrest comes amid concerns over the video’s potential to m
A rare black-winged kite, thought to have traveled all the way from Brussels, Belgium, has been rescued by a local farmer in Assin Breku, situated in the Assin North District of Ghana’s Central Region. The unusual sighting and rescue have captured the attention of wildlife enthusiasts and conservati
A shocking case has emerged from a local community in Ghana after a man was arrested for allegedly burying his 80-year-old wife inside their bedroom. Authorities confirmed that the arrest followed a tense investigation that uncovered the elderly woman’s remains beneath the floor of their home. Polic
The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested a 42-year-old man, Alex Darko, following the circulation of a viral video in which he allegedly claimed that some police officers were supplying firearms to armed robbers. The arrest comes as part of an investigation to determine the source, inte
