EmPeraw releases new single dubbed ‘Beautiful’
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ghanaian artiste and music producer EmPeraw is back with a refreshing new single, marking a significant evolution in his musical journey. His latest single, dubbed “Beautiful”, is a heartfelt tribute to femininity, love, and admiration, blending Afrobeat with soulful, country-inspired melodies. Born Augustine Adjei, EmPeraw has steadily built a name for himself […]
Council of State election re-run underway in Ashanti Region amid tight security
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu Voting has begun at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi in the election of the Ashanti region’s Representative to the Council of State. Twelve persons have put themselves up for consideration by the Electoral College of 86. Each of the 43 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the Ashanti region has […]
NDC vows to hold former government officials accountable for alleged corruption
By Deborah Pofara Luu The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has declared the party’s commitment to holding officials of the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration accountable for alleged corruption. Speaking in Somanya, Eastern Region, Asiedu Nketia stated that the NDC government will actively seek accountability from current government […]
Bono Regional Minister promises youth employment and regional development
By: Sarah Baafi The Bono Regional Minister, Joseph Addae Akwaboa, has made a strong commitment to the youth of the region, assuring them of ample employment opportunities and a focus on development. In a recent media engagement, he emphasised the region’s significant potential for job creation, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and industrialisation. […]
Ernest Nuamah scores and assists in Lyon’s 4-1 victory against Montpellier
By Kwame Bediako A dominant performance by Olympique Lyon saw them secure a 4-1 victory over Montpellier in their French Ligue 1 clash on Sunday, February 16, 2025, with Ghana international Ernest Nuamah playing a pivotal role in the match. The Black Stars winger started strong and made significant contributions, scoring and assisting goals as […]
World’s ‘first openly gay imam’ shot dead
Muhsin Hendricks, a pioneering figure dubbed the world’s first openly gay imam, has been shot dead in South Africa. The 57-year-old cleric ran a mosque in Cape Town intended as a safe haven for gay and other marginalised Muslims. He was killed on Saturday morning after the car in which he was travelling near the […]
Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo breaks half marathon world record
By Kwame Bediako Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made history on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the eDreams Mitja Marató Barcelona, setting a new world half marathon record of 56:41. This feat marked Kiplimo’s breakthrough into the 56-minute barrier, a milestone that has been elusive for many of the world’s top runners. Kiplimo’s performance was nothing short […]
Fists fly in Montreal: USA vs Canada ice hockey match descends into chaos
By Kwame Bediako The United States ice hockey team and Canada’s ice hockey team clashed in a 4 Nations Face Off, descending into chaos, marked by a series of fights within the first nine seconds. The 4 Nations fixture, held at Montreal’s Bell Centre, saw the US take on Canada in a heated encounter. Despite […]
President Mahama holds bilateral discussions with German counterpart
President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral discussions with his German counterpart President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on the sidelines of the 2025 Munich Security Conference. President Mahama in a message on X, said: “I had a productive meeting with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on the sidelines of the 2025 Munich Security Conference. “We discussed strengthening our […]
I’m glad the goal came – Kamaldeen Sulemana after scoring first EPL goal in two years
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian winger Kamaldeen Sulemana marked his 23rd birthday in style by scoring a goal, bringing an end to his goal drought in the English Premier League. The talented player expressed his joy after Southampton’s match against AFC Bournemouth, where his goal served as a consolation in a disappointing 3-1 loss for The […]
Walewale curfew decision was ‘poorly made and politically motivated’ – MP
By Sarah Baafi Following the imposition of a curfew on Walewale and its environs, Walewale Member of Parliament, Dr. Mahama Tiah Abdul-Kabiru, has criticised government’s decision, calling it “poorly made and politically motivated”. The curfew, effective February 15, 2025, was announced by Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak in response to growing security concerns. It also […]
Former Mauritius Prime Minister arrested, says Financial Crimes Commission
Former Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Jugnauth, has been arrested on allegations of money laundering, as confirmed by the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) on Sunday, February 16, 2025. FCC spokesperson Ibrahim Rossaye stated that Jugnauth is currently in custody at the Moka detention centre following extensive searches at various locations, including his residence, where authorities […]
Poor attitudes among some nurses tarnishing profession – Health Minister
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akando, has strongly cautioned nurses and other healthcare professionals against engaging in unprofessional and disrespectful behaviour toward patients. During a cholera awareness program at the Winneba Government Hospital, he expressed concern that such attitudes deter many individuals, even those in critical condition, from seeking medical […]
Mother and three children killed in fire laid to rest in Kumasi
A mother and her three children who died in a house fire in Kumasi have been laid to rest in an emotional ceremony attended by grieving relatives, friends, and sympathizers. Linda Agyemang, a nurse at Kumasi South Hospital, and her children—aged between seven and 14—were trapped in their three-bedroom apartment when the fire broke out […]
