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EC to reassess decision on presidential ballot printing next week – Dr Bossman Asare
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced plans to revisit its suspension of the 2024 presidential ballot paper printing, following the passing of Ghana Freedom Party (GFP) flagbearer Madam Akua Donkor on October 28, 2024. The GFP has been given 10 days to select a new candidate, as per Article 50 (4) of the 1992 Constitution.…
Angry crowds throw mud at Spain’s king in flood-hit Valencia
The King and Queen of Spain have been pelted with mud and other objects by angry protesters during a visit to the flood-hit town of Paiporta. Shouts of “murderer” and “shame” were directed at the royal delegation as they walked through the town – one of the worst-affected areas of the Valencia region. …
Vacant seats: Speaker has not done what would have led to greater peace – Kofi Bentil
Lawyer and Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, says Speaker Alban Bagbin, has not done what would have led to greater peace. This he explained is because, he believes that currently, there is no express indication that Parliament has effected the ruling of the Supreme Court. In an interview on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday,…
Bawku Conflict: Death Toll Reaches 21 After One More Killed
A tragic escalation of violence in Bawku has claimed another life as a Bolga-Bawku driver, identified as Maadi, was killed and his vehicle set ablaze on Saturday, November 2. This incident raises the recent death toll to 21 and has triggered renewed gunfire in the area. The conflict, previously subdued, intensified with the return…
Michael Agyekum Addo: Founder of KAMA Group dies aged 74
Michael Agyekum Addo, the visionary founder of the KAMA Group of Companies, has passed away at 74. Reports indicate that he died on Friday, November 1. Honored for his contributions, Addo received an honorary doctorate from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in 2005 and was among 88 PhD graduates from…
Ghanaian Boxing Legend Clement Ike Quartey Passes away at 86 in the UK
Renowned Ghanaian boxing legend Clement Ike ‘Bazooka’ Quartey has died at age 86 in the United Kingdom on Saturday, November 2, 2024, as confirmed by the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF). Details surrounding his passing remain undisclosed. Quartey’s professional boxing career spanned from 1988 to 2006, boasting an impressive record of 37 wins, 4 losses,…
Orange Seller Stands Unfazed Amid Adabraka Robbery Scene, Stuns Onlookers
By: Akosua Boateng In a surprising turn of events during a robbery at Adabraka this afternoon, an orange seller caught netizens’ attention by standing calmly near the unfolding scene, showing no signs of fear or retreat. While most people instinctively seek cover at the sound of gunshots or sight of armed robbers, this…
Daylight robbery in Accra: Gunmen flee with sacks of money at Adabraka
Adabraka in Accra was on Saturday, November 2, shaken by a bold daylight robbery that unfolded in full view of shocked residents. Four men, heavily armed and masked, attacked a man in a red Toyota Corolla parked near the busy market. Eyewitnesses said the robbers approached the car, guns drawn, and without hesitation,…
NPP National Youth Organizer Issues Public Apology to Prof. Gyampo Over Defamatory Statements
Salam Mustapha, the National Youth Organizer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has officially retracted and apologized for statements made against Prof. Ransford Gyampo, a political science lecturer at the University of Ghana. In an October 28, 2024, statement, Mustapha alleged that Prof. Gyampo had used a University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) strike…
‘The title is officially gone’ – Arsenal fans go into meltdown after dismal defeat at Newcastle
Newcastle enjoyed another home win over Arsenal on Saturday, taking all three points thanks to Isak’s 12th-minute header. The result means it’s two Premier League defeats in three games for the Gunners and a massive dent to their title hopes already. Fans were quick to react to the dismal loss on social media…