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Ghanaian sensation MOLIY takes centre stage as the Spotify EQUAL Africa artist of the month of January 2026. Also gracing the cover of the EQUAL Global playlist, she stands as a powerful symbol of the women representing Africa’s creative expansion and global musical dominance. Known for her hypnotic
Fans of Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy were disappointed when his scheduled performance at the AFCON Fan Zone in Tangier, Morocco, on January 8, 2026, did not take place. The singer’s team has explained that unforeseen technical issues at the venue prevented the show from going ahead. The perform
Nigerian musician Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been remanded in prison following his arraignment before a Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State on allegations of assault and car theft. Portable faces a nine-count charge filed by the Ogun State Police Command, which includes accu
Residents of Pakyi Nos. 1 and 2 in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region are calling for urgent road repairs, citing severe health risks and economic losses caused by the poor state of local roads. Community members say the unpaved, dusty roads generate constant dust, especially during the
Ghana has made medical history with the birth of the world’s first set of quadruplets conceived through traditional surrogacy, a landmark achievement that has captured attention both locally and internationally. The quadruplets were delivered after a traditional surrogacy procedure, in which a surro
The State has filed an application before the court seeking to discontinue the prosecution of the second and third accused persons in the ongoing trial involving Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica. The move represents a significant development in the high-profile case, which has attracted
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested members of a criminal gang believed to be responsible for a series of robberies and sexual assaults targeting women in parts of the region. The arrests follow weeks of investigations and intelligence-led operations aimed at curbing violent crime
A High Court in the Volta Region has sentenced a 40-year-old man to 10 years’ imprisonment after finding him guilty of defilement in a case that has shocked residents of Agbedrafor in the Akatsi South Municipality. The convict, a fashion designer by profession, was charged after investigations estab
Nigerian football fans have turned their frustration toward Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea following a painful defeat that sparked intense debate across social media platforms. The backlash came shortly after the final whistle, with many supporters questioning several officiating decisions they beli
The United States State Department has announced that it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, citing concerns that applicants from the affected nations may be more likely to rely on public assistance after entering the United States. According to a statement r
The Nigerian renowned leadership expert, Rev. Dr. Sam Adeyemi, has challenged business leaders to rethink how success is defined, insisting that true leadership is measured not by short-term gains but by lasting impact. He delivered the message at the 13th Jospong Leadership Conference (JLC) 2026, o
Senior Project Officer of Green Transition Limited, a subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies, Dr. Gloria Kusi has questioned why the Group’s extensive contributions to sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals continue to receive limited public attention, despite their scale and imp
Tension has erupted in parts of the Effutu Municipality and Gomoa area following the launch of a new land sale application linked to Ghanaian entertainer and politician, A‑Plus. The platform, marketed as facilitating “litigation-free” land transactions, has faced strong resistance from community mem
The United States has reportedly revoked more than 100,000 visas since President Donald Trump returned to office, marking a significant shift in the country’s immigration enforcement approach. The development has generated concern among international travelers, students, and professionals who rely o
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a young man in connection with the alleged killing of his landlady at Agona Nyakrom in the Central Region, an incident that has shocked residents and sparked widespread discussion on social media. According to preliminary reports, the suspect, believed to be in
