Ga people are descendants of Israelites, reveals Chief Priest of the Ga State
By Belinda Nketia In an interview on the GTV Breakfast Show today with host Thelma Tackie, the Chief Priest of the Ga State, Nae Wulomor, revealed that the Ga people are descendants of the Israelites, specifically from the tribe of Levites. According to Wulomor, the Ga people share not only genetic ties to the ancient […]
I wanted my music to feel Ghanaian, so I started writing in Ga – Baaba J
By Seli Baisie Ghanaian singer and songwriter Baaba J has revealed how she discovered her musical identity by writing in Ga, a Ghanaian language, while blending it with Western influences. In an interview on GTV’s Breakfast Show with host Jay Gabrah, the 22-year-old shared how she initially struggled with her sound. “When I started making […]
Stevie Wonder to headline 2025 Lytham Festival
Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder has been announced as the headline act for Lancashire’s Lytham Festival. The veteran music star will perform on 3 July, the day after US rock band Kings of Leon open the event. Lytham Festival co-founder Peter Taylor said: “He’s a global icon, a superstar, and to get him to come to […]
Customs seizes GH₵20m worth of Opioids at Tema Port
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), in collaboration with other security agencies, has intercepted a shipment of opioid drugs valued at approximately GH₵20 million at the Tema Port. Details of the Seized Shipment The intercepted consignment contained the following pharmaceutical products: Rahol Tapentadol 250 mg – 26 cartonsTafradol Tapentadol 120 mg – […]
WCQ 2026: Weekend club performances of Black Stars’ 23-man squad ahead of Chad, Madagascar Games
By Kwame Bediako As the Black Stars prepare to gather in Accra for a four-day training camp ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the players have been in action for their respective clubs over the weekend. The results were mixed, with some players impressing while others struggled to make an impact. Goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, […]
Apple reportedly considered building the iPhone 17 Air without ports
After reporting in January that Apple is adding an “Air” option to its iPhone lineup, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman is offering more details about the upcoming slimmer iPhone. The iPhone 17 Air will launch this fall, Gurman says — and like the MacBook Air, it will be thinner than standard models, while combining high-end and low-end features. It apparently […]
Voice of America staff put on leave
The Voice of America may not live up to its ambitious name for much longer. Michael Abramowitz, the director of VOA, said in a Facebook post on Saturday that he was placed on leave, along with “virtually the entire staff” of 1,300. The announcement comes one day after President Trump signed an executive order to […]
Teddy Osei of Osibisa fame to be buried on April 5
The burial mass of renowned Ghanaian musician and saxophonist Teddy Osei, a founding member of the iconic Afro-rock band Osibisa, will come off on Saturday, April 5 at St Peter’s Basilica, Roman Hill, Kumasi at 9:00am. Prior to that, he will be laid in state at his family house at Chirapatre in Kumasi at 8:00am. […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs pleads not guilty to updated indictment
Sean “Diddy” Combs has pleaded not guilty to an amended indictment that includes new allegations of forced labour. The superseding indictment alleges the rap mogul forced employees to work long hours under threat of physical and reputational harm and forced at least one worker to engage in sex acts with him. Mr Combs’s lawyers have […]
Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture, and Religious Affairs commits to harmonious collaboration with religious leaders
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The newly established Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture, and Religious Affairs has received widespread commendation from the public for its potential to address conflicts and promote national unity. The committee is expected to tackle numerous chieftaincy and religious disputes, fostering lasting peace in affected communities and across the country. At its inaugural meeting […]
Safety concerns raised as Accra Sports Stadium’s floodlights found in deteriorating state
By Kwame Bediako The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams and the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, conducted an urgent inspection of the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The visit came just days before the Black Stars’ critical Matchday five encounter against Chad. With the […]
GFA launches nationwide scouting exercise for U-19 national team
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced a comprehensive nationwide scouting exercise to identify talented young players for the U-19 national team. The two-day exercise is set to commence on Monday, March 17, 2025, in the Western Region, at the Sekondi Gyandu Park. The scouting team will be on the lookout for […]
See the full list of nominees for 2025 TGMA
By Seli Baisie Organizers of the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) have announced the final list of nominees ahead of this year’s ceremony. The announcement was made on Saturday, March 15, following the conclusion of the nomination process. The highly anticipated 26th edition of the awards is scheduled to take place on May 3, […]
Ghana’s U-20 team departs for pre-AFCON tournament in Morocco
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s U-20 national team, the Black Satellites, has departed to Morocco for a pre-AFCON tournament as part of their preparations for the upcoming TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire. The team is set to participate in a series of friendly matches to fine-tune their skills and build momentum ahead […]
