Children die in building collapse after Nigeria flooding
Two children in north-western Nigeria have died after the building they were in collapsed, adding to the dozens who have lost their lives during weeks of severe flooding, the country’s disaster agency said. The National Emergency Management Agency (Nema) reported that the children died in Katsina, one of the seven north-western states hit particularly hard […]
Black Stars technical team survives near-fatal accident on Tarkwa-Takoradi road
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Black Stars technical team members, Otto Addo, John Paintsil, and Fatawu Dauda, narrowly escaped a tragic accident on the Tarkwa-Takoradi road. The incident happened while they were returning from Tarkwa after attending the Champions of Champions clash between Nsoatreman FC and Sarmatex FC. The vehicle, a Land Cruiser with registration […]
Hounded South African beauty queen wins Nigeria contest
After being hounded over her nationality and forced to drop out of the Miss South Africa contest, Chidimma Adetshina has been crowned beauty queen of a totally different country. Ms Adetshina cried tears of joy as she was named Miss Universe Nigeria on Saturday. “This crown is not just for beauty; it’s a call for […]
Ghana Premier League champions Samartex claim Champion of Champions trophy
By: Nana Kwame Bediako FC Samartex 1996 secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over MTN FA Cup holders Nsoatreman FC to clinch the 2024 Champion of Champions trophy. The intense match took place under the floodlights at the newly inaugurated Tarkwa and Aboso Park on Saturday August 31, 2024, marking a memorable win for the Ghana […]
Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education graduates 196 teachers at 16th Congregation
By: Jones Anlimah The Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education at Amedzofe, located in the Ho West District of the Volta Region, has held its 16th Congregation ceremony to graduate a total of 196 fresh teachers from the 2023 year group. The event, themed “Breaking the Status Quo; Teacher Education in a Technological World,” underscored the […]
Jonas Adjetey Adjei replaces injured Alexander Djiku for Ghana’s upcoming AFCON qualifiers
By: Nana Kwame Bediako FC Basel’s rising star Jonas Adjetey Adjei has been called up to replace the injured Alexander Djiku in Ghana’s squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The 20-year-old defender, who has been impressive in the Swiss Super League, is set to join the Black Stars for the first time. […]
2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Alexander Djiku ruled out due to injury
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Ghana defender Alexander Djiku has been ruled out of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers due to a thigh injury. The 30-year-old Fenerbahce player sustained the injury during his club’s match against Alanyaspor, forcing him to limp off the field in the 61st minute. This unexpected setback is a huge […]
Antoine Semenyo shines in Bournemouth’s comeback victory against Everton
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Antoine Semenyo staged a remarkable comeback for Bournemouth, scoring a crucial goal in the 87th minute to halve the deficit against Everton. Semenyo latched onto a precise cross from Dango Ouattara, setting the stage for an electrifying finale. With only four minutes remaining and injury time looming, Bournemouth was determined to […]
FDA observes significant improvement in sudan dyes adulteration in palm oil
By: Rachel Kakraba The Food and Drugs Authority, FDA, says its 2023 nationwide monitoring of Sudan dyes adulteration in palm oil has showed significant improvement over that of 2022. It said ninety-three out of the 114 sampling sites, were free from adulteration. On regional compliance, the FDA, revealed that Western, Ahafo, Bono East, Oti, Savannah, North East, […]
Ministry of Finance to introduce 36 New Double Taxation Agreements
By: Dominic Hlordzi The Head of the Tax Policy Unit at the Ministry of Finance, Ghana, Daniel Nuer, has disclosed that the Ministry of Finance is working to introduce about 36 more Double Taxation Agreements in addition to the 14 currently being enforced in Ghana. According to Mr. Nuer, six of the agreements are pending […]
GWCL attributes water supply challenges to galamsey activities
By: Jeremiah Nutsugah The Ghana Water Company Limited, GWCL in the Central Region has attributed recent water supply challenges in Cape Coast, Elmina, and surrounding communities to the activities of illegal mining (galamsey). In a press statement signed by management on August 30, 2024, the company explained that the supply gap is due to inadequate […]
Free SHS has improved Ghana’s education outcomes – Dr Bawumia says
By: Mercy Darko The Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has refuted claims that the implementation of the free Senior High School, SHS has led to a decrease in the quality of education in 66 country. Addressing a gathering of the Clergy, Imams, and opinion leaders in Dome-Kwabenya […]
PNC reschedules national delegates congress to September 7 for the second time
By: Francisca Amoakoa The People’s National Convention (PNC) has rescheduled its national delegates congress to Saturday, September 7, for the second time. Initially planned for August 24 and later moved to August 31, the decision to postpone came after a meeting on August 30 in Accra. This congress is crucial not just for electing national […]
Gifty Afenyi-Dadzie commends Yaw Boadu Ayeboafo’s commitment to press freedom at “Akyere” book launch
By: Joyce Adjei Tawiah Mrs. Gifty Afenyi-Dadzie (ESQ), a former Council of State member and chairperson of the “Akyere” book launch, has praised Mr Yaw Boadu Ayeboafo for documenting his life journey in his new book. She commended Mr Ayeboafo for creating a valuable record for future generations. Mrs. Afenyi-Dadzie explained that the book’s title, […]
