Hollywood boosts female leads but lags in people of colour, report finds
Out of the top 100 movies in 2024, more than half featured a story centered on a female actor as a lead or co-lead, the first time representation has been above the U.S. Census where girls and women comprise 50.5% of the population, a 2025 report from the University of Southern California found. However, the […]
Diddy sues NBC TV network for $100m over documentary
Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a $100m (£80.5m) lawsuit against the makers of a recent documentary about him, as he continues to face allegations of sexual assault. The rapper is currently in a New York jail awaiting a federal criminal trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges, which he denies. On Wednesday, Diddy’s lawyer […]
Don’t confuse OSP’s mandate with Police- Sammy Darko to Manhyia South MP
By Deborah Pofara Luu Sammy Darko, Head of Communications and Strategy for the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), has called on the Manyhia South MP, Nana Adjei Baffour Awuah, to avoid confusing the OSP’s mandate with that of the Ghana Police Service. This statement follows advice from the MP suggesting the OSP adopt the […]
Trump, Modi plan joint press conference in Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are set to hold a joint press conference on Thursday in Washington, marking a rare media appearance for Modi. The event, scheduled for 1710 ET (2200 GMT), follows their bilateral meeting focused on key issues such as trade, tariffs, energy, and immigration. This press conference […]
GFA introduces enhanced safety protocols: New measures aim to prevent violence at football events
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the approval of newly enhanced matchday safety and security protocols. This announcement comes in the wake of a tragic incident that resulted in the fatal stabbing of an Asante Kotoko fan, Nana Pooley, during a matchday 19 clash between Nsoatreman and Kotoko. The GFA aims […]
Ghana Weightlifting President commissions renovated Weightlifting Facility Center
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The President of the Ghana Weightlifting Federation (GWF) and Member of Parliament for Weija-Gbawe, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has officially inaugurated the newly renovated National Weightlifting Training Center at the Accra Sports Stadium. The facility, which had been out of use for nearly a year, has undergone extensive upgrades to improve training […]
Ofori-Atta receiving treatment abroad – Lawyers respond to OSP
By Ashiadey Dotse The legal team of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has explained why their client could not appear before the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on February 10, 2025. According to them, Mr. Ofori-Atta is currently outside the country receiving medical treatment. In a letter dated January 31, 2025, the lawyers stated […]
Use Parliament to champion your profession- Kapito to Dumelo
By Belinda Nketia Kofi Kapito, CEO of the Consumer Protection Agency, has called on John Dumelo, Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, to prioritize agricultural reforms in Parliament, given Dumelo’s background and expertise as a farmer. Speaking on GTV’s Breakfast Show this morning, Kapito emphasized that Dumelo, known for his acting career and agricultural […]
Former NPA CEO Mustapha Abdul-Hamid under investigation by Special Prosecutor
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has opened an investigation into former National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Chief Executive, Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, over allegations of financial mismanagement involving GH₵1.3 billion from the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund (UPPF). At a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng disclosed that his office […]
OSP denies raiding Ken Ofori-Atta’s residence, says it was staged
By Seli Baisie The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has refuted claims that officials from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) raided the residence of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. Addressing the media on Wednesday, February 12, Agyebeng dismissed the reports as a deliberate attempt to discredit the OSP’s investigation and to gain public sympathy. […]
Kendrick Lamar breaks Spotify record after Super Bowl performance
By Seli Baisie Kendrick Lamar has set a new streaming record on Spotify following his Super Bowl halftime performance with SZA, dominating the U.S. charts and seeing a surge in global streams. On Monday, the first full day after the performance, Lamar claimed the top six spots on the U.S. Spotify daily chart. His track […]
Uganda’s HIV clinics face closure amid USAID funding shortfall
By Sarah Baafi The Trump administration’s decision to cut vital USAID funding has plunged Uganda into a state of crisis, particularly affecting HIV and AIDS services. This move has triggered widespread concern among public health officials, who warn that the loss of aid will lead to significant losses in livelihoods and lives. The impact is […]
Age doesn’t matter, it’s about experience, says Council of State nominee Gabriel Tanko
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Volta Region Council of State nominee, Gabriel Atokple Kwamigah Tanko has dismissed claims that age should be a deciding factor in selecting members of the Council of State, emphasizing that experience and expertise are what truly matters. Speaking on Joy FM’s PM Express on Tuesday, February 11, he pointed out […]
Worlasi discusses new album ‘Voices In My Head’ and its deep cultural roots
By Seli Baisie Multi-talented Ghanaian musician Worlasi Langani has opened up about his latest album, Voices In My Head (VIMH), revealing the creative process behind it and the deep cultural influences shaping the music. In an interview with Valerie Danso, on GTV’s Breakfast Show, Worlasi explained that the album is inspired by the voices and […]
