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Sam George, Ntim Fordjour and 8 other MPs to reintroduce Anti-LGBTQ bill in Parliament

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Sam George, Ntim Fordjour and 8 other MPs to reintroduce Anti-LGBTQ bill in Parliament

The information gathered suggests that the member for Ningo Prampram, Sam Nartey George, member of parliament for Assin South, Ntim Fordjour and 8 other MPs will reintroduce the Anti-LBGTQ bill in Parliament as the House resumes today.

The Anti-LBGTQ bill seeks to define, protect and regulate human sexual rights while reinforcing traditional family values within Ghana.

Sources revealed that the proposed legislation aims to create a balanced legal framework that safeguards individual rights on sexuality, privacy and dignity.

It also promotes the preservation of family structures rooted in Ghana’s culture and traditions.

The Anti-LBGTQ bill under Akufo-Addo faced several lawsuits filed against the bill, leading to a delay in its signing.

Eventually, the bill, which became a burden for the previous government, remained just a bill and was not passed into law before Akufo-Addo left power.

Meanwhile, conversations and discussions about the controversial anti-LBGTQ bill have resurfaced under the John Mahama government.

In December 2024, during an interview with the BBC, Mahama, the NDC government, would sign the anti-LBGTQ+ bill.

He stated, “It is not an anti-LBGTQ+ Bill, but a Family Values Bill. It was approved unanimously by our Parliament. You see, it’s against our culture, I mean African culture, our religious faith – Muslim and Christian and all that.

But I think we must look at the bill, and the president must indicate what he finds wrong with the bill and send the bill back to Parliament or alternatively, he must send it to the Council of State and get the Council of State’s advice”.

After assuming power, addressing a delegation of Catholic bishops from the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, John Dramani Mahama suggested a government-sponsored LGBTQ+ bill, as opposed to one led by private members.

John Mahama stated, “I think it should not be a Private Member’s Bill, but a government-sponsored one. If we were teaching our values in schools, we wouldn’t need to pass a bill to enforce our family values, and that is why I think more than even the family values bill, is us agreeing on a curriculum that inculcates these values into our children as they are growing up, so that we don’t need to legislate it.

“I don’t know what the promoters of the bill intend to do, but I think we should have a conversation on it again so that all of us, if we decide to move on the way forward, we move forward with a consensus,” he said.

Mahama further highlighted the challenges encountered by the initial anti-LBGTQ+ bill,
He stated, “But as far as I know, the bill did not get to the president. And so, the convention is that all bills that are not assented to before the expiration of the life of Parliaments expire. And so, that bill effectively is dead, it has expired”.

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Was Amasaman named after a Ghost?

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Was Amasaman named after a Ghost?

Content Creator Kobe Boujee has revealed the true meaning behind some of the towns in Greater Accra, particularly Amasaman.

According to him, towns in Accra were named after the first King of the area or the things that were found there.

Kobe Boujee disclosed that Amasaman was named after the first king of the place, Nii Amasa man.

Speaking in one of his narration videos, Kobe Boujee  explained, “Is there really a town I Ghana that was named after a ghost?”

If you are a Ghanaian, I am sure you have heard the name Amasaman. Most people think that this word is actually a Twi word, and was named after the ghost of Ama. Now we typically look at the Ga words, we have places like Amasaman, Pobiman, Sarpeiman.

He further explained,  “The town of Amasaman was named after the first king of the place ‘, Nii Amasa man’. In Ga, Nii basically means a King Amasa is the name of the king, and the man means town. In Twi, ‘oman’ means country. That is why you hear names like Ashaiman named after Nii Ashai I, Nii Man, which is now Nima, basically meaning the Kingstown. For Kpobi Man, it is actually Nii Kpobi Man.

Most towns in Accra were named after the kings or the things that were found over there. Names like Teshie, which means under the stone, mean stones were found in the area or Shiashie shia which means sand”.

Also, it has been revealed that Ghana’s prominent and affluent residential area, East Legon, was originally named Oteele.

East Legon is located in the Ayawaso West Municipal District of the Greater Accra Region in Ghana.

The area is known for its upscale housing, modern infrastructure, and proximity to key amenities and facilities.

According to the man, East Legon used to be called Bawaleshie or Oteele, but was changed to enhance the value of the property in the area.

Speaking on TV3 New Day, the man detailed, “You have seen some lands at East Legon, maybe near Abedi Pele’s area, East Legon is La, and generally East Legon is Bawaleshie or Oteele, which has been combined into East Legon.

East Legon is just a name which has been given to that place to enhance the value of the property for the purposes of making money. It is rather Oteele or Bawaleshie”.

He added, “East Legon is like West Legon; most of West Legon is Papua, but if you say Papua, people don’t want to buy for premium, so you say West Legon, and you are selling for premium. It is all for marketing”.

Also, Ghana’s Labone in Accra has been ranked among Time Out’s top 10 coolest neighbourhoods in the world for 2025.

Labone was ranked the 10th in the world as the coolest neighbourhoods in the World in 2025.

Time Out has described Labone as a sleepy residential neighbourhood with not much more to offer than bungalows and mango trees, into a vibrant area that now offers much more.

Time Out’s rankings and report published on September 24, 2025, described Labone as offering entertainment and relaxation not just for locals, but also for diasporans.

The area is home, providing a plethora of happy-hour pubs, galleries, wine bars, and high-end shops.

Labone overtook South Africa’s Johannesburg, which was ranked 17th.

Leading Time Out’s rankings is Jimbōchō in Tokyo, Japan, named the coolest neighbourhood in the world for 2025.

Followed by Borgerhout in Antwerp, Belgium, in second place; Barra Funda in São Paulo, Brazil, in third; Camberwell in London, United Kingdom, in fourth; and Avondale in Chicago, United States, in fifth.

Mullae-dong in Seoul, South Korea, takes sixth place; Ménilmontant in Paris, France, seventh; Nakatsu in Osaka, Japan, eighth; and Vallila in Helsinki, Finland, ninth.

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“Only businesses benefiting from NDC’s artificial cedi manipulation” – Miracles Aboagye

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“Only businesses benefiting from NDC’s artificial cedi manipulation” – Miracles Aboagye

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, spokesperson for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has said only businesses are benefiting from the NDC’s artificial cedi manipulation.

It will be recalled that Dennis Miracles Aboagye once claimed during the Akufo-Addo Bawumia regime that if the NDC were in power, the dollar would have hit GHS25.

With the Ghana cedi now trading around 10.75 to a dollar, Beatrice Annangfio quizzed Dennis Aboagye if he would like to apologise for his statement.

She wrote, “Good evening @DennisMiracles, while we don’t expect a fixed exchange rate under the NDC, we seek relative stability, and we are working towards that.

Would you want to apologise for this statement?”, she quizzed.

In a sharp rebuttal, Miracles Aboagye slammed the NDC government for Artificial Currency Manipulation.

He claimed the government is currently manipulating the dollar with only businesspeople benefiting, while the reduction does reflect in consumer prices..

Miracles Aboagye wrote, “When you achieve stability, I will apologise. For now, we don’t even know what to plan with… the dollar moves from 14.5 in 3 months to 10cedis and then within 5 weeks it moves back from 10cedis to 13 cedis, then you inject another $1billion to move it back from 13 to 10 cedis… that’s what you want an apology for?? Stabilise it, let Ghanaians know what to plan with, then you can ask for apology”.

He added, “You actually think you are doing something productive with the dollar? That’s what you think?? Do you know why only businesses are benefiting from this artificial manipulation and why the reduction doesn’t reflect in consumer prices? It’s Becos the businesses know it’s artificial and they can’t risk reducing their prices, else it goes up again tomorrow and their capital is wiped out. What you are doing to the currency is even worse and costly that it staying at 13… only time will tell..”

Additionally, Dr Johnson Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has revealed that the Central Bank occasionally intervene to stabilise the cedi for periods of exceptional market pressure.

The BoG Governor refuted claims that the Central Bank is overstepping its bounds in managing the foreign exchange market.

According to the BoG Governor, the Central Bank’s actions fall within a flexible exchange rate framework aimed only at curbing excessive volatility.

Speaking at the IMF–World Bank Governor Talk Series in Washington, D.C., Dr Asiama explained, “The framework that we have is a flexible exchange rate management framework. Essentially, what we do is smooth excessive volatilities. Yes, there were allegations about whether we were intervening in the market, but that was not exactly the case”

Dr Asiama highlighted that in the second and third quarters of 2025, Ghana undertook several “lumpy” foreign payments, including billions of U.S. dollars to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and domestic bondholders, adding that at the same time, remittance inflows weakened, draining liquidity from the interbank foreign exchange market.

He added, “In the mix of that, the central bank had to step in. The interbank FX market had dried up, so the central bank had to provide that support”.

“We do not over-support the market at all. What we seek to do is limit volatility to ensure smooth dynamics in the market, and that is the framework we will maintain going forward,” he affirmed.

Also, Dr Johnson Asiama says Ghana’s economy has made a firm recovery after years of instability.

He described Ghana’s economy as being “back on track” following months of policy discipline.

Dr Asiama stated, “We came to meet a challenged economy in the sense that, remember, we had a domestic debt issue in 2022, fiscal policy was highly expansionary. It led to our exiting the international financial market. There was a resort to domestic financing.

“We remember all the sovereign downgrades we had to suffer. We came into office with a lot of liquidity, high inflation, [and an exchange rate that was depreciating widely,” he said.

“And I remember when we came in, there were talks about whether we should cancel the programme altogether, there were doubts as to whether we would be able to carry on the programme.

“But I am happy to say that eight months down the road, we have turned the corner. Ghana is back,” Dr Asiama declared.

The Governor added, “Growth has rebounded, inflation has cooled, and Ghana is now outperforming expectations under the IMF programme. Inflation, which stood at 23.5 per cent in January 2025, has since dropped to 9.4 per cent in September — the first single-digit rate in four years, beating the government’s 11.9 per cent target.”

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“We gave Bawumia a home match to manage, but he moved the dollar from GHS 4 to GHS 17” – Bryan Acheampong

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“We gave Bawumia a home match to manage, but he moved the dollar from GHS 4 to GHS 17” – Bryan Acheampong

Dr Bryan Acheampong has once again jabbed former Vice President and flagbearer for the NPP in the 2024 elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

According to Dr Bryan Acheampong, former president Akufo-Addo told Ghanaians he was bringing on board Dr Bawumia to come and look after Ghana’s economy.

He cited that the dollar was given to Bawumia a 4 cedis, but when the NPP was leaving office in 2025, Bawumia had moved the dollar from 4 cedis to 17 cedis, blaming Ghana’s economic woes under Akufo-Addo on the former vice president.

Speaking to NPP delegates at Kwadaso, Dr Bryan Acheampong stated, “ Akufo-Addo told us that he was bringing a gentleman who would come and look after Ghana’s economy for him to bring peace to Ghanaians.

We took the dollar from 4 cedis, when they voted us out, the dollar was at 17 cedis. You were given a homematch: take the economy and run it and win elections for yourself, but you moved the dollar from GHS 4 to GHS 17. People were queuing up at the Ministry of Finance, pressuring the government for their money”.

He further added, “We were told fertiliser will rescue us, when we lost in Subin, do they grow maize over there that our votes should go down? In Kwadaso, how much maize is grown here? At the circle where we lost over 20,000 votes, do we grow maize there?

All of us here know the things that happened that we lost the elections, and we cannot repeat the same candidate because it will not work well for us”.  

In related NPP news, a new survey conducted on the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primary has revealed that the former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong, has taken the lead in the NPP’s presidential primaries.

The survey conducted by researcher Dr Evans Duah was unveiled at a press conference at the British Council in Accra on Monday, October 20, 2025.

The survey highlighted that Ken Agyapong has widened his lead over his main contender, Dr Bawumia.

Part of the survey revealed, “The September–October 2025 results confirm a consolidation of Kennedy Ohene Agyapong’s (KOA) lead and a gradual decline in Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s (DMB) national share.

KOA’s growth from approximately 41% in August to 44.11% (worst-case) and 53.80% (best-case) in October 2025 represents a critical phase shift. He is no longer only leading but also sustaining that lead across multiple regions”.

The survey report revealed Ken Agyapong’s support base remained strongest across the southern belt, particularly in the Central, Greater Accra, Ashanti, Bono, Ahafo, Volta, and Western regions.

The results showed Kennedy Agyapong securing between 44.11% and 53.80% of support under worst and best-case projections, respectively.

Dr Bawumia, who served as Vice President of Ghana and led the NPP into the 2024 general elections, maintained second place with strong support from the northern regions — North East, Northern, Savannah, Upper East, and Upper West — the findings suggest limited growth in his appeal beyond those areas.

“Conversely, DMB’s share has stabilised within a narrower range (39.51% to 32.21%), reflecting a steady but constrained base. This stagnation signals that while his northern bloc remains intact, his campaign has struggled to make inroads in the south despite increased visibility and endorsements”, it added.

The survey also detailed that Dr Bryan Acheampong, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Kwabena Agyei Agyapong continue to trail.

“Bryan Acheampong (BA) has gained marginally, moving from 6.28 % to 8.27 %, demonstrating resilience within the Eastern Region and limited traction in the Greater Accra periphery. Both Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum (YOA) and Ing Kwabena Agyei Agyapong (KAA) maintain symbolic relevance, appealing to delegates through niche credibility rather than broad structural reach”, the report added.

Meanwhile, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will go to the polls on January 31st 2026, to decide their presidential candidate to lead them in the 2028 general election.

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“If we fail in 2028, we will have His Excellency Asiedu Nketiah as president” – Old Tafo MP

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“If we fail in 2028, we will have His Excellency Asiedu Nketiah as president” – Old Tafo MP

Vincent Ekow Assafuah, the Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, has urged fellow NPP members to be united and capitalise on social media to garner support for the party ahead of the 2028 elections.

According to Vincent Ekow Assafuah, Social media will play 40 to 50 per cent of the 2028 elections, and if the NPP lose on social media, they are doomed.

He emphasised that if the NPP fails to win the 2028 presidential election, Ghana is going to have Asiedu Nketiah as president.

Speaking to some NPP members during a meeting in a video shared on social media, the Old Tafo MP explained, “It was difficult for us to break the eighth understood, let us understand that perspective, but as a serious election is a process is not an event that you wait till 2024 and go and win an election. You have to start from now and see what happens tomorrow”.  

He added, “How many of us today even pick up our phones to defend the NPP on our social media platforms? NDC won social media because one person can take his or her phone and create 20 accounts.

The young people among us must take social media as a strategic means for us to bounce back as a party. Social media will play 40 to 50 per cent of the 2028 elections; if we lose there, we will have a problem”.

Vincent Ekow Assafuah highlighted, “After the 31st January elections, some people here support Bawumia, others support Ken, and that is okay because we are all party people.

“Anybody who knows my political lineage knows that I am close to NAPO and since NAPO is close to Ken, I am also close to Ken. But that does not mean I will support him. It is not because I dislike him, but I just won’t stand anywhere and speak ill of Ken,” he said.

He added, “After the elections, we need everyone on board to ensure we win the 2028 Election. We are pleading with you, going forward. If we fail, we will have His Excellency Asiedu Nketiah as president.”

In related news, Prophet Telvin Sowah, a Ghanaian man of God, has boldly prophesied that the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, will become Ghana’s president in 2028.

According to Prophet Telvin Sowah, Asiedu Nketia will become Ghana’s president in 2028 and will serve for two terms.

He emphasised that the New Patriotic Party in 2028 will garner 44.78 per cent in the election, with the NDC winning by 53 per cent.

Speaking in an interview on Accra FM, shared on TikTok, Prophet Telvin Sowah stated, “NPP results 2028, 44.78 per cent, NDC presidential results are 53 per cent. Asiedu Nketia will be the president of Ghana in 2028, and he will serve for 8 years”.

Prophet Telvin Sowah further added that Nana Kwame Bediako of the New Force will one day become Ghana’s president, adding that Kennedy Agyapong and Alan Kyeremanten will also team up.

He added, “Nana Kwame Bediako will become the president of Ghana; it is merged in time, Kennedy Agyapong will team up with Alan Kyeremanten to shake the NPP for 2032 and in that condition, they will still lose the elections”.

Even if Kennedy Agyapong wins the flagbearer elections, he will still not get up to 36 per cent of the total vote. There is no possibility of a time when Ken became a running mate and they went for the election; it does not exist in time. But in the original space of the timeline, there is no possibility that Kennedy Agyapong will win the election; it is done and dusted. He will not win the flagbearership election, so he will not be able to contest for the election”, the man of God highlighted

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Watch a sneak peek inside Parliament’s refurbished Chamber

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Watch a sneak peek inside Parliament’s refurbished Chamber

A sneak peek inside Parliament’s refurbished Chamber has gone viral as the House resumes sitting today at 2 pm.

The viral video showed the Interior of the Chamber of Parliament looking refurbished and sleek.

Also, reports suggest the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu has donated some fresh Kente for the Interior of the Chamber of Parliament.

However, some Ghanaians have reacted to the video, saying, “It’s always parliament that gets refurbished when their constituents who put them there do not have safe drinking water and their kids do not have classrooms and even furniture in them to study. The rich and powerful in society always feeds off the poor and vulnerable”.

Another stated, “We hope our parliamentarians work to justify the investments Ghana keeps putting at their disposal. Indeed, if all it takes to earn a seat in this space is for MPs to shout, slander or blindly support or oppose views & peers, then Ghana deserves WAY BETTER”.

“Please, what are they doing to the individuals who vandalised State property during the vetting?”, a netizen quizzed.

One more neizen added, “Every day they’re refurbishing but they don’t go and do anything sensible and beneficial to the state. These NDC and NPP guys must be totally removed from Government”.

Meanwhile, the Speaker of Parliament has announced that Parliament will commence its Third Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament.

According to a statement from the Office of the Speaker, parliament will commence sitting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Parliament House in Accra.

This announcement follows an earlier notice dated October 6, 2025, with Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin announcing a postponement of the Third Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic.

According to Alban Bagbin, the postponements are circumstances beyond my control.

In a statement issued from the Office of the Speaker of Parliament in Accra stated, “Pursuant to the notice to summon Parliament dated September 29, 2025, I, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Speaker of Parliament, hereby give notice that the commencement of the Third Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic is deferred until further notice due to circumstances beyond my control”.

The statement, however, did not provide reasons for the postponement.

However, the statement revealed that a new date would be communicated later.

The postponements mean that parliamentary proceedings, which were expected to resume in October after recess, will remain on hold.

The new announcement comes at a time when parliament is set to consider key legislative and policy matters, including the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy.

Reports suggest, Sam George, Ntim Fordjour and 8 other MPs to reintroduce the Anti-LGBTQ bill in Parliament as the House resumes today

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Watch as women narrowly escaped drowning as their canoe capsized while crossing the Samre River

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Watch as women narrowly escaped drowning as their canoe capsized while crossing the Samre River

A group of women has narrowly escaped drowning while crossing the Samre River.

In the viral video shared by GHnow on X, the group of women canoe capsized while they were crossing the Samre River along the Samreboi-Amoaku road in the Wassa Amenfi West Municipality.

Some nearby residents of the area were able to rescue the women after their canoe capsized.

In related news, he tragic Volta Lake boat disaster claimed the lives of 15 mourners.

Reports suggest the tragic incident happened at the Krachi West District of the Oti Region when the canon capsized on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

According to eyewitnesses, the victims were heading to a funeral when water began seeping into the canoe between Okuma-Akura and Debume.

The Assembly Member for the area revealed that about 21 people were on board at the time.

Fifteen of the twenty-one people have been confirmed dead, while six others were rescued and taken to the hospital for treatment.

Meanwhile, Professor Nana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the vice president of Ghana, has adopted a survivor of the River Oti boat tragedy and her baby.

Speaking to the community members in Okuma – Debume, the Vice-President called on residents living along riverbanks to prioritise wearing life jackets on the lake.

She highlighted that wearing life jackets will significantly reduce the risk of fatalities in water accidents.

Professor Nana Jane Opoku-Agyemang further donated relief items to support the families of those who lost their lives in the disaster.

The Vice-President’s relief items included “200 life jackets, four bales of second-hand clothing, 70 cartons of Frytol, 100 bags of rice, 10 cartons of soap, 100 bales of mosquito nets and GH¢200,000 cash”.

Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang also announced a comprehensive state response to the recent canoe disaster in Kete Krachi.

She further revealed that the government will assume full financial responsibility for the burial of the deceased victims and is mobilising to provide rapid support for the survivors of the tragic accident.

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“Judges and Lecturers now fear government” – Prof Ernest Aryeetey

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“Judges and Lecturers now fear government” – Prof Ernest Aryeetey

Emeritus Professor Ernest Aryeetey, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, has cried out about Ghana’s failing systems.

According to Professor Ernest Aryeetey, Judges and Lecturers now fear the government due to the new culture that Ghanaians have allowed to fester.

He highlighted that, the public sector has been completely destroyed today adding that there is hardly a civil servant who can boldly speak up to politicians.

In an interview on Channel One TV’s The Point of View on Monday, October 20, Professor Aryeetey explained, “Democracy has not delivered what it should for Africa, that is true, but it hasn’t failed Africa. Africa has not used democracy properly. Africa has abused democracy.”

“The problem we have in Ghana is not the constitution. The problem is the people responsible for implementing or enforcing the constitution. The problem is the new political culture that we have created, hiding on the back of democracy”.

“We created a culture in Ghana where, because people are fighting for political authority, anybody and anything that guarantees them assurance of political power, they hold on to it,” he said.

He added, “We created, using the constitution, a presidency that should theoretically be constrained in exercising its power by a judiciary, by a legislature and so on. Over the years, we have watched politicians from both parties destroy the institutions that are supposed to be keeping an eye on what they do.

We have destroyed the Judiciary, we have destroyed the public sector completely today, there is hardly a civil servant who can tell politicians this is the right thing to do, everybody is afraid, we have turned every civil servant into a politician. So we have a parliament which is supposed to be independent of the executive, and yet we have seen over the years…”.

Prof Ernest Aryeetey added, “It is this new culture that, as voters, or as independent stakeholders, has allowed, that is the problem, it is not democracy. Even judges are afraid of what the president’s office will say. I am not talking about the current situation. Judges giving judgment in court are thinking about what the government will say.

Lecturers teaching at the University are thinking of what the government will say about what they said, and they are afraid of students in the class who are politicians and are likely to report them”.

Prof Aryeetey also criticised Ghana’s over-reliance on Bretton Woods institutions for policy direction.

He added. “In a way, when we went to the Washington Group to seek support for what we were doing, we didn’t always go to them with a clear plan of what we wanted. We often went to say something like we want to do something about agriculture, and they would say okay fine, we’ll send you some experts to come and help you.”

“These experts are coming from different countries; they are going to sell to you what they do in their own countries, and this is because we have not invested enough in the capacity of people who could tell the government how to transform our sectors”.

“You don’t let a World Bank consultant come and tell you what you need to do. You should be telling him or her, this is what I want to do — can you help me structure it, not ask him what should I do.”

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Afenyo-Markin, owes MASLOC GHS500,000 – CEO

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Afenyo-Markin, owes MASLOC GHS500,000 – CEO

Abigail Akwambea Elorm Mensah, the acting Chief Executive Officer of Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), has noted issues of non-repayment of loans by some politically exposed persons.

The MASLOC CEO, particularly cited  MPs, including the minority leader in parliament, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin.

According to the MASLOC CEO, Afenyo Markins took GHS500,000 for his constituent through the Effutu Constituency MP  for some persons in his constituency under the previous administration and has since failed to fulfil his repayment obligations.

Speaking on Radio Gold, Abigail Akwambea Elorm Mensah, the MASLOC CEO, stated, “I have a situation where an MP has brought a list of people…, I will give you a typical example, Hon Afenyo Markin, he has taken about 500,000 cedis for people in his district. On my list it his name is there, and there is another gentleman named the former Chairman for the NPP in the Effutu constituency.

I have personally spoken to the gentleman, and I asked him that your people are not paying the money. He said, ‘As for him, he was only an agent, honourable told me to go and take the money and gave me the list of the people to give the money to, that is what I did.

In this case, the people may not know they are supposed to pay; the former chairman is even saying he does not know they are supposed to pay, so they should talk to Afenyo Markin.

So, I have officially written to the Speaker of Parliament on this issue about 500,000. This will do a lot for MASLOC.

Some Ghanaians have reacted to the CEO’s statement, saying, “Whilst pursuing those who owe MASLOC, don’t forget Sedinam Tamakloe, who is still on the run. Her extradition processes should have begun by now…”.

“If you have written to the Speaker concerning the matter, you wait for Afenyo’s response first. You don’t rush to the media with this information. Totally unnecessary”, another added.

“Ah, meaning the minority leader wasn’t the one that took the money .. so why don’t you mention the names of loan defaulters instead of mentioning the leader’s name ….”, another netizen added.

In related news on MASLOC, the CEO has revealed that three government vehicles have been retrieved from the residence of Chairman Wontumi.

The MASLOC CEO disclosed that the Centre, with support from National Security operatives, retrieved the three cars, with two yet to be recovered.

According to the MASLOC CEO, the initiative is part of efforts to recover government loans and vehicles from defaulters.

Speaking on Citi FM’s Eyewitness News on September 10, Abigail Elorm Mensah stated, “I have gone with National Security operatives to the house of the Chairman of the NPP in Ashanti Region, Chairman Wontumi.

Three cars. In fact, the cars were five. We’ve retrieved three. I have collected all from his house. We are still chasing him for the two. He has to pay for them”.

“What we do is that once I seize the cars, the agreement we have with you is that you would have to repay whatever has accrued, and we release the cars to you,” she said.

MASLOC CEO added, “We’ve reported a lot of the issues to the police,” she confirmed.

She further revealed an incident involving a relative of former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who allegedly refused to return a government Nissan Urvan.

“I have a situation where a brother of former Vice President Seidu Imoro picks a car and he is bold to tell us that ‘well, he has used the car to work and he’s bought his own, so if we want we could come for it.’ So we’ve seized it,” she added.

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“The problem we have in Ghana is not the constitution” – Prof Aryeetey

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“The problem we have in Ghana is not the constitution” – Prof Aryeetey

Emeritus Professor Ernest Aryeetey, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, has boldly stated Ghana’s problem is not the constitution but those who are responsible for implementing the constitution.

He noted that Democracy has not delivered what it should for Africa.

In an interview on Channel One TV’s The Point of View on Monday, October 20, Professor Aryeetey explained, “Democracy has not delivered what it should for Africa, that is true, but it hasn’t failed Africa. Africa has not used democracy properly. Africa has abused democracy.”

“The problem we have in Ghana is not the constitution. The problem is the people responsible for implementing or enforcing the constitution. The problem is the new political culture that we have created, hiding on the back of democracy”.

“We created a culture in Ghana where, because people are fighting for political authority, anybody and anything that guarantees them assurance of political power, they hold on to it,” he said.

Professor Ernest Aryeetey emphasised that Ghana’s challenges lie in the political culture that has emerged under democracy.  

According to Professor Ernest Aryeetey, Judges and Lecturers now fear the government due to the new culture that Ghanaians have allowed to fester.

He highlighted that the public sector has been completely destroyed today, adding that there is hardly a civil servant who can boldly speak up to politicians.

He added, “We created, using the constitution, a presidency that should theoretically be constrained in exercising its power by a judiciary, by a legislature and so on. Over the years, we have watched politicians from both parties destroy the institutions that are supposed to be keeping an eye on what they do.

We have destroyed the Judiciary, we have destroyed the public sector completely today, there is hardly a civil servant who can tell politicians this is the right thing to do, everybody is afraid, we have turned every civil servant into a politician. So we have a parliament which is supposed to be independent of the executive, and yet we have seen over the years…”.

Prof Ernest Aryeetey added, “It is this new culture that, as voters, or as independent stakeholders, has allowed, that is the problem, it is not democracy. Even judges are afraid of what the president’s office will say. I am not talking about the current situation. Judges giving judgment in court are thinking about what the government will say.

Lecturers teaching at the University are thinking of what the government will say about what they said, and they are afraid of students in the class who are politicians and are likely to report them”.

Prof Aryeetey also criticised Ghana’s over-reliance on Bretton Woods institutions for policy direction.

He added. “In a way, when we went to the Washington Group to seek support for what we were doing, we didn’t always go to them with a clear plan of what we wanted. We often went to say something like we want to do something about agriculture, and they would say okay fine, we’ll send you some experts to come and help you.”

“These experts are coming from different countries; they are going to sell to you what they do in their own countries, and this is because we have not invested enough in the capacity of people who could tell the government how to transform our sectors”.

“You don’t let a World Bank consultant come and tell you what you need to do. You should be telling him or her, this is what I want to do — can you help me structure it, not ask him what should I do.”

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Cameroonian busted in Ghana for kidnapping a Nigerian girl with fake football academy promise

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Cameroonian busted in Ghana for kidnapping a Nigerian girl with fake football academy promise

A Cameroonian living in Ghana has been arrested for kidnapping a Nigerian girl under the pretext of letting her join a football academy.

The suspect has been identified as Cesar Victorie Tsala, 55 and has been put before the courts for kidnapping.

Cesar Victorie Tsala, 55, is accused of taking the 17-year-old unlawfully and having sexual relations with her for a year.

Ibrahim Sannie Daara, a former communication director of the Ghana Football Association who shared the news, also warned, “ALERT: There are widespread online scams, mostly by gangs, claiming to offer places in academies in Ghana.

Parents or guardians must be aware that the top academies in Ghana offer free places to talented players they have scouted.

Parents should not fall for schemes claiming to offer paying academy places for their wards. Report such offers to the police”.

This news comes just days after the young Senegalese goalkeeper, Cheikh Touré, was heartbreakingly killed in Ghana.

According to reports, Cheikh Touré was found dead in Ghana, with the Senegal Ministry of African Integration and Foreign Affairs confirming the news.

Authorities have revealed that the young, talented Senegalese goalkeeper was deceived by fraudsters pretending to be football scouts.

Cheikh Touré was conned by the alleged fraudster acting as a football scout.

Reports suggest the alleged scouts told him that he had been invited to Ghana for a professional trial with a top club.

Upon his arrival, the scammers kidnapped the young goalkeeper and demanded a ransom from his family.

Despite the family of the young man’s desperate attempts to meet the ransom demands, Cheikh’s relatives were unable to pay.

Tragically, the kidnappers ultimately took his life.

Social media users have been left in shock following the heartbreaking death of young Senegalese goalkeeper Cheikh Touré.

Meanwhile, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Inspector-General of Police, has deployed a special team to investigate the death of a young Senegalese goalkeeper in Kumasi.

A police statement signed by the Chief Superintendent of Police, Director, Public Affairs, Grace Ansah-Akrofi read, “The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno has deployed a special team made up of homicide investigators, forensic experts and intelligence officers to support the Ashanti Region Police Command with ongoing investigations into the death of a Senegalese National, Cheith Toure at Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region”.

It added, “Investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death has so far revealed that on 16th October, 2025, One Issah who claimed to be the deceased’s brother, took the deceased to the Manhyia hospital with several abdominal injuries, alleging that the victim had been involved in an accident and later deposited the body at the Ebenezer mortuary at Tafo, Kumasi, after he was pronounced dead on arrival by the hospital authorities.

We would like to assure the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted to unravel the case and any perpetrators brought to justice”.

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Watch Regina Daniels’ stepson console her amid crisis with Ned Nwoko

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Watch Regina Daniels’ stepson console her amid crisis with Ned Nwoko

The stepson of Regina Daniels, Amir Nwoko, in a viral video, has been captured consoling the actress during a distressing moment.

Regina Daniels, in the viral video, was captured saying, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, what again, I cannot stand the violence, it is too much”.

Her stepson Amir is seen kneeling beside her, wiping her tears and stating, “Mum, look at me Mum”, offering her comfort and reassurance.

Meanwhile, Ned Nwoko, a billionaire politician and businessman, has broken his silence following an alleged domestic violence scandal levelled against him by his actress wife, Regina Daniels.

The Senator’s comments follow a viral video showing his wife, actress Regina Daniels, in distress.

According to Ned Nwoko, Regina Daniels’ current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the root of their problem.

In a post shared with a short video on his Instagram handle #princenednwoko on Sunday, he wrote, “Regina was not always like this. Her current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the root of our problem.

“She must continue her rehabilitation programme, or I fear for her life and safety,” he wrote.

Ned Nwoko further alleged that his wife, Regina, was on a violent rampage while he was not at home, attacking staff and destroying property

He added, “She slapped and hit three staff in the past 48 hours and destroyed property, including cars and windows, for no just cause.

“Now she has moved to a place where she will have unrestricted access to drugs,” the senator alleged

Nwoko also revealed he had offered his wife two rehabilitation options in Asokoro or Jordan, “where she will not have access to drugs.”

He added, “While I took Moon to the hospital, a scene of chaos unfolded at home, orchestrated by Sammy, Regina’s main drug supplier.

“Another known supplier of drugs to Regina is the tiny evil devil called Ann,” he alleged.

Also, a viral video online also captured Regina Daniel, visibly agitated and shouting during a confrontation, which has ignited rumours and concerns.

Regina, in the footage, stated, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my own house, I am a Queen. Not again. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much”.

Ojeogwu Samuel Danhillman, popularly known as Sammy West, the brother of Regina, also wrote, “Anywhere wey man dey beat woman, whether na my sister or not, I go fight with my blood”.

However, the cause of the altercation remains unclear.

Regina Daniels and Ned’s marriage has long drawn public attention and debate following the huge age gap between the two couples.

The actress’s representative is yet to issue an official response to the husband’s claims.

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“Wontumi’s trial orchestrated by members of his own party” – Gbande

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“Wontumi’s trial orchestrated by members of his own party” – Gbande

Mustapha Gbande, the Deputy Director of Operations at the Presidency, has dropped a bombshell regarding the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman Wontumi.

According to Mustapha Gbande, Chairman Wontumi’s own party leaders are behind his trial, adding that there is no political persecution by the ruling government.

The NDC man revealed that some NPP officials have been leaking information to the NDC government to facilitate the prosecution of Wontumi.

Speaking in an interview on Okay FM on October 20, 2025, Mustapha Gbande stated, “As for Chairman Wontumi’s trial, his own party leaders are behind it. Wontumi has not had any fight with NDC members. We all saw how the NPP held a press conference and told Ghanaians that all the road contracts awarded to Wontumi in the Ashanti Region were not executed.

“So, what sin has the NDC committed?” he asked.

He added, “When Wontumi went for a loan to farm maize, was any NDC member there? When he went for Akonta Mining to mine on river bodies, was I there? It is because he was enjoying the proceeds alone and neglecting others that is why all these issues came up. Some people with presidential ambitions are even part of those leaking information because they feel he has acquired wealth and is using it to support other candidate.”

“For us, we are ready to receive all the information. When they bring the evidence, we will take it.”

Meanwhile,  Chairman Wontumi was released from police custody some weeks ago after three nights.

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) released comes after he fulfilled bail conditions amounting to GH₵25 million imposed across two separate illegal mining cases.Wontumi, on Tuesday, October 7, was granted a ₵25 million bail by the Criminal Division of the Accra High Court in connection with two separate cases relating to alleged illegal mining.

Chairman Wontumi and the Operations Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited were granted bail in the sum of GHC10 million with two sureties.

The two sureties, one must be justified with proof of landed property.

Wontumi and Akonta Mining have been accused of destroying 13 hectares of land in the Tano Nimiri forest.

The NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman pleaded not guilty to all seven charges levelled against him.

In another case, Chairman Wontumi was slapped with seven fresh charges, which stem from his alleged mining in Tano Nimire Forest Reserve in the Western Region.

The charges come barely after he appeared in a separate case.

In this case, Wontumi and four others associated with his Akonta Mining Company Limited are facing the accusations of unlawfully engaging in mining operations, environmental destruction.

Additionally, the Accra High Court has granted Wontumi a ₵15 million bail with three sureties in a separate case.

The Accra High Court gave the prosecution three weeks to file disclosures.

Wontumi’s next court hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025.

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Ken Agyapong leapfrogs Bawumia in latest NPP presidential race survey

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Ken Agyapong leapfrogs Bawumia in latest NPP presidential race survey

A new survey conducted on the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primary has revealed that the former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong, has taken the lead in the NPP’s presidential primaries.

The survey conducted by researcher Dr Evans Duah was unveiled at a press conference at the British Council in Accra on Monday, October 20, 2025.

The survey highlighted that Ken Agyapong has widened his lead over his main contender, Dr Bawumia.

Part of the survey revealed, “The September–October 2025 results confirm a consolidation of Kennedy Ohene Agyapong’s (KOA) lead and a gradual decline in Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s (DMB) national share.

KOA’s growth from approximately 41% in August to 44.11% (worst-case) and 53.80% (best-case) in October 2025 represents a critical phase shift. He is no longer only leading but also sustaining that lead across multiple regions”.

The survey report revealed Ken Agyapong’s support base remained strongest across the southern belt, particularly in the Central, Greater Accra, Ashanti, Bono, Ahafo, Volta, and Western regions.

The results showed Kennedy Agyapong securing between 44.11% and 53.80% of support under worst and best-case projections, respectively.

Dr Bawumia, who served as Vice President of Ghana and led the NPP into the 2024 general elections, maintained second place with strong support from the northern regions — North East, Northern, Savannah, Upper East, and Upper West — the findings suggest limited growth in his appeal beyond those areas.

“Conversely, DMB’s share has stabilised within a narrower range (39.51% to 32.21%), reflecting a steady but constrained base. This stagnation signals that while his northern bloc remains intact, his campaign has struggled to make inroads in the south despite increased visibility and endorsements”, it added.

The survey also detailed Dr Bryan Acheampong, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Kwabena Agyei Agyapong continue to trail.

“Bryan Acheampong (BA) has gained marginally, moving from 6.28 % to 8.27 %, demonstrating resilience within the Eastern Region and limited traction in the Greater Accra periphery. Both Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum (YOA) and Ing Kwabena Agyei Agyapong (KAA) maintain symbolic relevance, appealing to delegates through niche credibility rather than broad structural reach”, the report added.

However, the Global Info Analytics, some months ago, revealed that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the former Vice President, has taken a commanding lead in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries.

The poll results published on social media platforms by the Global Info Analytics revealed that Dr Bawumia secured 47 per cent of delegate support and is the clear front-runner ahead of the NPP’s primaries.

Dr Bawumia continues to enjoy the confidence of nearly half of the delegates surveyed.

Kennedy Agyapong, the former Assin Central legislator, emerged second with 17 per cent of delegates’ support.

Dr Bryan Acheampong secured only 3 per cent of delegates’ votes, while Dr Yaw Adutwum and Ing Kwabena Agyapong secured 1 per cent of delegates’ votes respectively.

However, the poll revealed that a significant number of delegates, 27 per cent, remain undecided.

Also, the poll revealed  57 per cent of Ghanaians prefer former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to lead the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the next general election.

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“Yes, I called you, but not because of your so-called raid” – Wontumi hits back at Elikem Kotoko

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“Yes, I called you, but not because of your so-called raid” – Wontumi hits back at Elikem Kotoko

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi, has hit back at Elikem Kotoko, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, after he narrated a phone call he received from him.

The Deputy CEO of Forestry Commission in Joy Prime revealed that Wontumi’s phone call came shortly after security officials busted people engaging in illegal mining at Samreboi in the Western Region, a site belonging to Akonta Mining Limited.

Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime, Elikem Kotoko recalled, “I’m still wondering why Chairman Wontumi called me one day after the Samreboi incident, something I never spoke about. (Wontumi said) ‘Hello, Elikem, this is Chairman Wontumi.’ I said, ‘Aha’”.

Elikem Kotoko added, “Oo, Elikem, why are you doing this to me? Your boss is my friend. When are you going to come to Kumasi so we can sit and talk?”

“What was he calling me for? I never said this anywhere, but I’ve decided… he has never called me, not even when I won my elections”, he added.

Elikem Kotoko added that he is not surprised by the legal challenges Wontumi is facing because he was alleged to be a kingpin in the galamsey menace.

“Who didn’t know that if you want to mention names, he was one of the number one people who probably was perceived to be leading people into the forest, into the places, because he saw himself as the greatest kingpin and all — nobody comes through the mine except through me, Wontumi,” he said.

In a sharp rebuttal in a post on Facebook, Chairman Wontumi admitted to calling Elikem Kotoko, but not because of the so-called raid on a galamsey site linked to Akonta Mining.

Wontumi, in his post, wrote, “Yes, I called you, but not because of your so-called ‘raid’. I called on April 18th, the eve of Good Friday, after you falsely linked my name to illegal mining in the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve, something I have absolutely no connection to.

Let’s be honest. In that private call, I told you clearly that I, Wontumi, have no interest, no investment, and no hand in any illegal mining activity. I even told you to arrest everyone, seize every machine and vehicle, and check the documents to see if my name appears anywhere”.

He added, “Everyone who truly knows me in private life and in public can attest that I, Wontumi, am a respecter of persons. So if I tell you, “Whenever you come to Kumasi, let’s meet,” I don’t think that’s something bad or wrong to say, is it? We might belong to different ideologies, but that doesn’t automatically make me evil or your enemy.

So it shocks me that you’ve been moving from one TV station to another, trying to crucify and disgrace me for something I know nothing about. Like any human being, I have my flaws — but this deliberate attempt to humiliate me is cruel and disappointing.

Bro, remember vengeance belongs to the Lord. Today, it may be me, but tomorrow it could be you or anyone else. Power is transient; no one holds it forever.

I am not above the law, and I will always subject myself to it. But please, let’s stop twisting lies into truth. I was never part of any illegal activity in the Tano Nimiri Forest”, he concluded.

Meanwhile,  Chairman Wontumi was released from police custody some weeks ago after three nights.

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) released comes after he fulfilled bail conditions amounting to GH₵25 million imposed across two separate illegal mining cases.

Wontumi, on Tuesday, October 7, was granted a ₵25 million bail by the Criminal Division of the Accra High Court in connection with two separate cases relating to alleged illegal mining.

Chairman Wontumi and the Operations Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited were granted bail in the sum of GHC10 million with two sureties.

The two sureties, one must be justified with proof of landed property.

Wontumi and Akonta Mining have been accused of destroying 13 hectares of land in the Tano Nimiri forest.

The NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman pleaded not guilty to all seven charges levelled against him.

In another case, Chairman Wontumi was slapped with seven fresh charges, which stem from his alleged mining in Tano Nimire Forest Reserve in the Western Region.

The charges come barely after he appeared in a separate case.

In this case, Wontumi and four others associated with his Akonta Mining Company Limited are facing the accusations of unlawfully engaging in mining operations, environmental destruction.

Additionally, the Accra High Court has granted Wontumi a ₵15 million bail with three sureties in a separate case.

The Accra High Court gave the prosecution three weeks to file disclosures.

Meanwhile, the next hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025.

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“We are in the process…” – OSP comes clean on Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition

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“We are in the process…” – OSP comes clean on Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has come clean on the extradition of former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta from the United States following the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem-Sai’s remarks.

According to the OSP, they informed the Attorney General that their office was in the process of compiling the various dockets on Ken Ofori-Atta.

In a statement issued on Monday, October 20, 2025, the OSP detailed, “The Office considers it necessary to provide factual clarity on this matter, reaffirm the procedural steps already undertaken, and address security concerns arising from a recent leak of highly sensitive communications that pose grave risks to ongoing investigations and the safety of OSP personnel.”

“Mr Ofori-Atta, who left the jurisdiction in January 2025, has by his actions shown clearly that he is unwilling to voluntarily return to the jurisdiction to attend the OSP,” the statement read.

The OSP statement further added, “The Office has since successfully defended several applications filed by Mr Ofori-Atta in Ghanaian courts, in attempts to have his name removed from the List of Wanted Persons”.

“The Chief of Staff duly transmitted the OSP’s extradition request to the Attorney General on June 3, 2025. The process goes through the Attorney General because his department is the Central Authority for such requests under the Mutual Legal Assistance arrangement. By a letter dated June 13, 2025, the Attorney General informed the Special Prosecutor of the transmission by the Chief of Staff of the OSP’s extradition request,” the OSP said.

It clarified, “In respect of the request for a copy of the docket, the Special Prosecutor informed the Attorney General that the OSP was in the process of compiling the various dockets on the subject”.

The OSP maintained that it has “lawfully commenced steps to secure his extradition to Ghana under international legal and diplomatic frameworks”.

Their comments come after Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney General, has revealed that the Office of the Attorney General has still not received dockets from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for the extradition of former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

According to Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the AG’s office has written multiple letters to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), requesting more than two months now.

He revealed that the Attorney General’s Department is the only authority that can initiate and make an extradition request.

Speaking in a yet-to-be aired interview with Accra-based GHOne TV, Dr Srem-Sai stated, “Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta is the subject of several criminal investigations. I think the most well-known is the one being conducted by the OSP, which we are made to believe is at an advanced stage where extradition may be required.

Indeed, the OSP has already put a Red Alert notice on him. But the INTERPOL alert is not an extradition procedure. If we really want the person to come, formal steps must be taken,” he said.

He further detailed, “I want to make this clear; we [the Attorney General’s Department] are the only authority that can initiate and make an extradition request, but we need the investigative docket from the OSP to do so. As of today, we still don’t have the docket, despite sending several requests, including written letters and formal demands”.

“It’s been two months, and we still have not received the docket from the OSP. Without the docket, you cannot approach the American authorities to initiate the extradition,” Dr Srem-Sai said.

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IGP deploys special team to investigate death of young Senegalese goalkeeper

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IGP deploys special team to investigate death of young Senegalese goalkeeper

Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Inspector-General of Police, has deployed a special team to investigate the death of a young Senegalese goalkeeper in Kumasi.

A police statement signed by the Chief Superintendent of Police, Director, Public Affairs, Grace Ansah-Akrofi read, “The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno has deployed a special team made up of homicide investigators, forensic experts and intelligence officers to support the Ashanti Region Police Command with ongoing investigations into the death of a Senegalese National, Cheith Toure at Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region”.

It added, “Investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death has so far revealed that on 16th October, 2025, One Issah who claimed to be the deceased’s brother, took the deceased to the Manhyia hospital with several abdominal injuries, alleging that the victim had been involved in an accident and later deposited the body at the Ebenezer mortuary at Tafo, Kumasi, after he was pronounced dead on arrival by the hospital authorities.

We would like to assure the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted to unravel the case and any perpetrators brought to justice”.

The young Senegalese goalkeeper, Cheikh Touré, was heartbreakingly killed in Ghana.

According to reports, Cheikh Touré was found dead in Ghana, with the Senegal Ministry of African Integration and Foreign Affairs confirming the news.

Authorities have revealed that the young, talented Senegalese goalkeeper was deceived by fraudsters pretending to be football scouts.

Cheikh Touré was conned by the alleged fraudster acting as a football scout.

Reports suggest the alleged scouts told him that he had been invited to Ghana for a professional trial with a top club.

Upon his arrival, the scammers kidnapped the young goalkeeper and demanded a ransom from his family.

Despite the family of the young man’s desperate attempts to meet the ransom demands, Cheikh’s relatives were unable to pay.

Tragically, the kidnappers ultimately took his life.

Social media users have been left in shock following the heartbreaking death of young Senegalese goalkeeper Cheikh Touré.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted to the tragic news, with the majority of X users pointing fingers towards Nigerians, saying, “A Thorough investigation must be done on this tragic incident, Nigerians might be behind it because it’s their trademark”.

“I promise, if the authorities dig deep into this incident, we’ll find that the culprits aren’t even Ghanaians, they’re just hiding here and causing all this. Smh”, a netizen wrote.

 One more X user wrote, “This is where the IP address comes in. They should let the police track their numbers”.

“I don’t think it was Ghanaians behind the scam. This won’t pass the square-headed people who have flooded our country. Heartless MFs”, a netizen stated.

Another wrote, “Those of you saying it’s the Nigerians, there was a time crimes like this were rare in Nigeria till the 2010s, when global terrorism and economic decline influenced everything. We denied it at first, too. The world is changing fast; Ghana’s security needs to wake up”.

“NAA THIS UNGHANAIAN. EVERY REASONABLE NIGERIAN WILL CONFIRM THAT IT’S THEIR COUNTRY MEN BEHIND THIS, NOT GHANAIANS”, an X user noted.

I’m hoping the CID department apprehends the perpetrators of this heinous crime. Moreover, I won’t be surprised if we later find out it’s those anago people who did this.

One more netizen added, “Is this not the modus operandi of Nigerian scammers and fraudsters? Since when did kidnapping and abduction become a thing in Ghana?”

Additionally, a Ghanaian on X stated, “Ohh… we trust the Police to bring the perpetrators to book, we all know a hungry Ghanaian will never kidnap his brother for food not to talk of taking his life. This is sad”

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Gov’t to set up special courts to fast-track prosecution of Auditor-General’s findings – Ofosu Kwakye

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Gov’t to set up special courts to fast-track prosecution of Auditor-General’s findings – Ofosu Kwakye

Minister of Government Communications Felix Ofosu Kwakye has revealed that President John Mahama met the Chief Justice, Attorney General and the Auditor-General over Audit findings enforcement.

According to Felix Kwakye, at the meeting government has decided to set up special courts to fast-track the prosecution of the Auditor-General’s findings.

In a statement issued on Monday, 20, 2025, Felix Kwakye stated, “The President today met with the Chief Justice, the Attorney-General, and the Auditor-General to discuss measures for strengthening the enforcement of findings contained in the Auditor-General’s Report.

At the meeting, it was agreed that special courts will be designated to handle cases arising from audit infractions contained in the Auditor-General’s Report, including the enforcement of surcharges and disallowances and prosecution of related criminal offences”.

“The initiative forms part of the Government’s broader effort to enhance accountability, deter misuse of public funds, and ensure prompt recovery of monies owed to the State”, his statement concluded.

The news comes after John Mahama expressed deep concern over the persistent recklessness and scale of financial irregularities uncovered each year at the Public Accounts Committee sittings.

President Mahama noted that there should be a process to fast-track the prosecution of state officials who engage in financial malpractices exposed by the Auditor-General’s report.

According to John Mahama, it is so pathetic watching Public Accounts Committee (PAC) hearings.

Speaking at the 12th Annual Conference of Chairpersons of Governing Boards and Chief Executives of Public Services in Ho on Wednesday, October 8, John Mahama lamented, “Recently, I’ve been watching the Public Accounts Committee, and it’s so pathetic, you know. Why must we every year congregate at the Public Accounts Committee, and then you hear all kinds of atrocious, you know, things? I mean, recklessness with public funds and resources.

“And so, I have a meeting on Thursday with the Chief Justice, the Attorney General, and others to find a final solution to this Auditor-General’s report. Those persons who infringe, are found guilty of infractions, or do not follow due procedure, or lead to loss of public resources — we must have a fast-track process,” he said.

John Mahama further cried out that, despite the constitutional provisions guiding the implementation of audit recommendations, very little has been achieved.

He explained, “We’ve not fully implemented the constitutional provision. There is a part that says after the Public Accounts Committee has sat on the Auditor-General’s report, Parliament must set up a committee to implement the findings”.

“What we don’t know is whether it should be a parliamentary committee or one made up of non-parliamentarians.”

“Every department is supposed to set up an ARIC, but once they’ve come from the Public Accounts Committee, virtually nobody follows up on the recommendations,” he said.

President Mahama added, “The audit reports implementation committees are not working. We must find a way to create a deterrent, until people know they can be held responsible for these things they do.”

“If we save GH¢15 billion, can you imagine what it could do? We must hold those who misuse the people’s resources to account so that others do not follow suit.”

Meanwhile, the Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu before the meeting already  backed President John Dramani Mahama’s plans for officials found culpable of financial losses to the state to be jailed.

According to Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, if public officials are stealing state money, Nsawam Prison should be one destination for them.

Speaking to TV3 on October 9, 2025, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu stated, “It’s been a challenge for a long time. I think the president has stepped in, you know, as the head of state, just to take action. Instead of just talking, and talking…”, the Auditor-General noted.

“I believe that the president is desirous of bringing this canker to an end”, he said.

“… our laws establish the punishment for every offence… If you are stealing state money… I believe there are a lot of laws that will determine where you go from there. And one of the destinations is in Nsawam, as His Excellency mentioned,” he explained.

“Now, the tune is set from the top. There will be strong support for the president’s stance,” he added.

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Headmaster arrested for allegedly impregnating a final year JHS student

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Headmaster arrested for allegedly impregnating a final year JHS student

The Headmaster, Mr Isaac Dunkwa of Prevailing Academy in the Western Region has been arrested for allegedly impregnating an underage student.

According to reports, he attempted to conceal the act by persuading a male student to take responsibility for the pregnancy in order to evade legal consequences.

A JHS graduate of the school speaking in the  video stated, “I was called by the headteacher to come to his house one Saturday. He told me there was a serious issue. He had impregnated a girl, and I was asked to take responsibility so that it could be settled at home.

I later called the girl’s family, and her father invited me to his house. Later, I heard the teacher had been arrested at the Sekondi Police Station. He was later granted bail”.

The female student further alleged that the headteacher, who sexually abused her on several occasions, tried to abort the pregnancy.

“He took me to a pharmacy and got some drugs, he asked me to swallow the pills, and also insert some,” she stated in the viral video.

In related news, the Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted yet another teacher for alleged sexual misconduct at the Okadjakrom Senior High Technical School in the Jasikan Municipality of the Oti Region.

Mr Mfo Richard Tibetor has been interdicted by the GES for alleged sexual misconduct involving a female student.

The GES, in a statement on Thursday, October 2, announced it had taken note of a viral video being circulated on social media implicating Mr Tibetor.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) declared the teacher’s conduct as unacceptable, unethical, and a violation of the professional teachers’ code of conduct.

Mr Mfo Richard Tibetor has been interdicted and barred from entering the school premises.

The statement signed by the Head of Public Relations at GES, Daniel Feny, highlighted the Service’s obligation to ensure discipline, professionalism, and child protection.

In related news, the Ghana Education Service (GES) has removed Charles Akwasi Aidoo, Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNUST Senior High School, after a viral video showed him in a compromised position with a female student.

According to the GES, Mr Charles Akwasi Aidoo has been barred from entering the school premises while investigations are ongoing.

The GES also assured Ghanaians that due process will be followed and that any disciplinary action taken will be in line with the GES code of conduct.

The GES, in a statement signed by  Head of Public Relations Daniel Fenyi, reads, “ The attention of the Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) was drawn to a viral video circulating on social media, allegedly involving Mr Charles Akwasi Aidoo, the Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNU ST Senior High School, in a compromised position with a female student.

Management views the matter with utmost seriousness. In line with our commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the teaching profession and ensuring the safety and welfare of students under our care, Mr Aidoo has already been removed from office and prohibited from going to the school while thorough investigations are being carried out.

“Management assures the general public, stakeholders, parents, and students that due process will be followed, and the appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the code of conduct of the Ghana Education Service.

The GES remains committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, discipline, and child protection in all our schools. We strongly condemn any acts that compromise the safety, dignity, and well-being of students”, the GES statement added.

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“I’m still wondering why Wontumi called me” – Deputy CEO of Forestry Commission

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“I’m still wondering why Wontumi called me” – Deputy CEO of Forestry Commission

Elikem Kotoko, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, has narrated a phone call he received from the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi.

The Deputy CEO of Forestry Commission revealed that Wontumi’s phone call came shortly after security officials busted people engaging in illegal mining at Samreboi in the Western Region, a site belonging to Akonta Mining Limited.

Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime, Elikem Kotoko recalled, “I’m still wondering why Chairman Wontumi called me one day after the Samreboi incident, something I never spoke about. (Wontumi said) ‘Hello, Elikem, this is Chairman Wontumi.’ I said, ‘Aha’”.

Elikem Kotoko added, “Oo, Elikem, why are you doing this to me? Your boss is my friend. When are you going to come to Kumasi so we can sit and talk?”

“What was he calling me for? I never said this anywhere, but I’ve decided… he has never called me, not even when I won my elections”, he added.

Elikem Kotoko added that he is not surprised by the legal challenges Wontumi is facing because he was alleged to be a kingpin in the galamsey menace.

“Who didn’t know that if you want to mention names, he was one of the number one people who probably was perceived to be leading people into the forest, into the places, because he saw himself as the greatest kingpin and all — nobody comes through the mine except through me, Wontumi,” he said.

Meanwhile,  Chairman Wontumi was released from police custody some weeks ago after three nights.

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) released comes after he fulfilled bail conditions amounting to GH₵25 million imposed across two separate illegal mining cases.

Wontumi, on Tuesday, October 7, was granted a ₵25 million bail by the Criminal Division of the Accra High Court in connection with two separate cases relating to alleged illegal mining.

Chairman Wontumi and the Operations Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited were granted bail in the sum of GHC10 million with two sureties.

The two sureties, one must be justified with proof of landed property.

Wontumi and Akonta Mining have been accused of destroying 13 hectares of land in the Tano Nimiri forest.

The NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman pleaded not guilty to all seven charges levelled against him.

Chairman Wontumi was slapped with seven fresh charges, which stem from his alleged mining in Tano Nimire Forest Reserve in the Western Region.

The charges come barely after he appeared in a separate case.

In this case, Wontumi and four others associated with his Akonta Mining Company Limited are facing the accusations of unlawfully engaging in mining operations, environmental destruction.

Additionally, the Accra High Court has granted Wontumi a ₵15 million bail with three sureties in a separate case.

According to the court, Wontumi’s sureties must be justified with landed properties.

The presiding judge, Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, granted Wontumi bail on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, after hearing arguments from Wontumi’s lawyer, Andy Appiah-Kubi, and the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem-Sai.

Andy Appiah-Kubi urged the court to grant bail, insisting that his client posed no flight risk; however, Dr Srem-Sai, who did not oppose, called on the court to impose stringent conditions given the gravity of the charges.

He argued, “Gold mining is a capital-intensive business, and by their own admission, the accused is a man of substance. It is common knowledge that persons of substance are often greater flight risks”.

Wontumi was granted a GHC 15 million bail bond, three sureties, two of whom must justify with landed property within the court’s jurisdiction.

He is also to deposit all passports with the court registrar; he has also been placed on the Ghana immigration stop list at all entry and exit points.

Also, Wontumi must report to investigators on the first and third Monday of every month.

The Accra High Court gave the prosecution three weeks to file disclosures.

Meanwhile, the next hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025.

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Initiate a trial in absentia against Ken Ofori-Atta – Kpebu tells OSP

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Initiate a trial in absentia against Ken Ofori-Atta – Kpebu tells OSP

Martin Kpebu, a private legal practitioner, has told the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to initiate a trial in absentia against former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

 Speaking in an interview on Joy FM, Mr Kpebu stated, “That’s how come for me, I said this is his [Ofori-Atta’s] country. He has some properties here, so let’s start. If we start and he doesn’t come, then the trial will go on without him.

“Let’s do the processes. Take the offer. Have you gone to Ofori-Atta to take his statement in America, and he says no? He says he will do it. So let’s do it. Then we can start the trial here,” he added.

He explained, “Article 19 clause 3 simply says that if you know there is a criminal case against you and you don’t appear, the trial can proceed in your absence”.

In related news, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney General, has revealed that the Office of the Attorney General has still not received dockets from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for the extradition of former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

According to Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the AG’s office has written multiple letters to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), requesting more than two months now.

He revealed that the Attorney General’s Department is the only authority that can initiate and make an extradition request.

Speaking in a yet-to-be aired interview with Accra-based GHOne TV, Dr Srem-Sai stated, “Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta is the subject of several criminal investigations. I think the most well-known is the one being conducted by the OSP, which we are made to believe is at an advanced stage where extradition may be required.

Indeed, the OSP has already put a Red Alert notice on him. But the INTERPOL alert is not an extradition procedure. If we really want the person to come, formal steps must be taken,” he said.

He further detailed, “I want to make this clear; we [the Attorney General’s Department] are the only authority that can initiate and make an extradition request, but we need the investigative docket from the OSP to do so. As of today, we still don’t have the docket, despite sending several requests, including written letters and formal demands”.

“It’s been two months, and we still have not received the docket from the OSP. Without the docket, you cannot approach the American authorities to initiate the extradition,” Dr Srem-Sai said.

It will be recalled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), Kissi Agyebeng, declared Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive for failing to appear for interrogation into corruption-related investigations.

Ken Ofori Atta has been accused of causing financial loss to the state in several dealings, including the construction of the famous National Cathedral and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA’s) – Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML), Termination of a contract between the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited and Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology (BXC) for the Distribution and Ambulance Procurement: A Ministry of Health contract with Service Ghana Auto Group Limited.

Kissi Agyebeng, in a press conference, stated, “On 24th January 2025, the OSP communicated to Mr Ofori-Atta that the OSP considered him a suspect, in respect to four of the cases described above. Mr Ofori-Atta was directed to attend in person at OSP on Monday, 10th February 2025, at 10GMT for an interview”.

By communication dated 31 January 2025, Mr Ofori-Atta instructed his lawyers to inform the OSP that he was out of the jurisdiction indefinitely on medical grounds and that the firm would notify the OSP of his arrival in the country in need of rescheduling his personal attendance at the OSP.

Further, the firm offered its willingness to provide the OSP with any information the OSP may require,” he noted.

“The fugitive’s name is Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori Atta. Mr Ofori-Atta is 66 years old. He was the minister of Finance of the republic between 2017 and 2024. Mr Ofori-Atta left the jurisdiction on or around 2 January 2025. On 24th January 2025, the OSP communicated to Mr Ofori-Atta that the OSP considered him a suspect in respect to four of the cases above. Mr Ofori-Atta was asked to attend in person on Monday, 10th February 2025, at 10GMT for an interview…Mr Ofori-Atta instructed his lawyers to inform the OSP that he was out of the jurisdiction indefinitely on medical grounds…”

On June 13, 2025, Mayo Clinic in the United States revealed Ken Ofori-Atta has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is expected to undergo surgery on June 13, 2025.

The wife, Prof. Mrs Angela Ofori-Atta, in the statement dated June 16, 2025, explained that Mr Ofori-Atta successfully underwent the surgery for prostate cancer at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, on Friday, June 13, and lasted over four hours.

“The doctors are pleased with how the procedure went and will now place him on a postoperative regime,” she added.

“Kenneth has always been resilient. But this has been very difficult; with the OSP choosing the period just before his surgery to declare a red alert on him,” she said.

She further gave a possible timeline by which her husband would be able to honour the invitation by the Special Prosecutor to appear before his outfit in person.

According to Prof Mrs Angela Ofori-Atta, after a successful surgery on June 13, Mr Ofori-Atta would require about 3 months to recover fully.

Mr Ofori-Atta failed to appear before the OSP for an investigative interview scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OSP later issued a notice placing Ken Ofori-Atta on the INTERPOL Red Alert Notice database, but despite the notice, the former finance minister is still at large.

Watch Kristo Asafo Church jubilate after witnessing a rainbow during Apostle Safo 40th-day observation

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Watch Kristo Asafo Church jubilate after witnessing a rainbow during Apostle Safo 40th-day observation

A viral video has emerged of Members of the Kristo Asafo Mission Church in jubilation after witnessing a rainbow circling the sun during the 40th-day observation of their late founder and leader, Apostle Kwadwo Safo.

According to the members of the Kristo Asafo Mission Church, the rainbow signifies the presence of their late leader.

In the viral video, the Kristo Asafo Church was spotted shouting and jubilating over claims of witnessing a rainbow.

 In related news, a former member of the Kristo Asafo Church has called on Church members to wake up, as the late Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo was not God.

According to the lady, she was once a member of this church and deeply involved in this idolatry.

She revealed they prayed through him instead of through Jesus.

The former member of the Kristo Asafo Church urged members to repent as the Kingdom of God is at hand, adding that Jesus alone is the way, the truth, and the life.

Speaking in a viral video following the death of Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo the lady stated, “I deeply empathise with you over the passing of Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo, but you must wake. Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo was not God. The reason why I am so passionate about speaking about this today, idolatry,  I was part of this church, I worshipped him.

In fact, I remember that, growing up, when I was sick in any part of my body, we were taught to take a picture of Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo, fetch a glass of water, put this picture on the glass of water and pray to Apostle Kwadwo Safo to heal us, we believed he was a god, we believe he was the survivor”.

She further added, “Today, on his passing, I am led to make this video to encourage you to find a church; you need Jesus Christ; he is the only one true God. Jesus died, but on the third day he rose again, and Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo has died now, and he will not resurrect.

I have seen some videos about reincarnation. People are saying he would reincarnate. I am sorry, it is nonsense. 

Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo is dead. He was human, he was flesh just like you and I, he was not a God. The fact that he had some wisdom to be able to make some technological inventions did not mean he was God”.

She further added that there are so many branches of the Kristo Asafo Church all over the world, and her heart bleeds, “For the thousands of people going to hell because they believe the lie that Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo was God, please wake up. I am pleading with you, give your life to Christ and repent from this idolatry”.

The lady’s remarks follow Osebo the Zaraman, who claims that praying to Safo Kantanka (Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo) is more powerful than through Jesus Christ.

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BOMB – AG’s office yet to receive docket from OSP to initiate Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition

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BOMB – AG’s office yet to receive docket from OSP to initiate Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition

Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney General, has revealed that the Office of the Attorney General has still not received dockets from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for the extradition of former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

According to Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the AG’s office has written multiple letters to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), requesting more than two months now.

He revealed that the Attorney General’s Department is the only authority that can initiate and make an extradition request.

Speaking in a yet-to-be aired interview with Accra-based GHOne TV, Dr Srem-Sai stated, “Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta is the subject of several criminal investigations. I think the most well-known is the one being conducted by the OSP, which we are made to believe is at an advanced stage where extradition may be required.

Indeed, the OSP has already put a Red Alert notice on him. But the INTERPOL alert is not an extradition procedure. If we really want the person to come, formal steps must be taken,” he said.

He further detailed, “I want to make this clear; we [the Attorney General’s Department] are the only authority that can initiate and make an extradition request, but we need the investigative docket from the OSP to do so. As of today, we still don’t have the docket, despite sending several requests, including written letters and formal demands”.

“It’s been two months, and we still have not received the docket from the OSP. Without the docket, you cannot approach the American authorities to initiate the extradition,” Dr Srem-Sai said.

Meanwhile, Abraham Koomson, the Secretary General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), has quizzed the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on how the former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, is still roaming the streets of America despite being declared wanted.

According to Abraham Koomson, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) must sit up as it is baffling and disappointing that Ofori-Atta, who has been declared a fugitive, continues to move freely in the United States.

Mr Koomson warned the OSP that selective or inconsistent enforcement would erode public trust in Ghana’s anti-corruption institutions.

Speaking on Ahotor FM on Abraham Koomson stated, “If someone is truly declared wanted, will he have the freedom to roam the streets of America? The OSP has said this man is wanted. Even though he is not guilty yet, he must return and testify. I will call on the OSP to sit up”.

“The OSP must show seriousness and fairness in its work. Ghanaians are watching, and confidence in our justice system depends on equal treatment for everyone,” he added.

His comments come after Ken Ofori-Atta was spotted on the streets of the United States walking with his wife, Professor Angela Ofori-Atta.

Ken Ofori-Atta was on the left, wearing a black suit jacket, white shirt, black trousers, and carrying a light-coloured backpack, with his wife wearing a dark outfit.

According to reports, the photo of Ofori-Atta and his wife was taken in the United States.

It will be recalled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), Kissi Agyebeng, declared Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive for failing to appear for interrogation into corruption-related investigations.

Ken Ofori Atta has been accused of causing financial loss to the state in several dealings, including the construction of the famous National Cathedral and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA’s) – Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML), Termination of a contract between the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited and Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology (BXC) for the Distribution and Ambulance Procurement: A Ministry of Health contract with Service Ghana Auto Group Limited.

Kissi Agyebeng, in a press conference, stated, “On 24th January 2025, the OSP communicated to Mr Ofori-Atta that the OSP considered him a suspect, in respect to four of the cases described above. Mr Ofori-Atta was directed to attend in person at OSP on Monday, 10th February 2025, at 10GMT for an interview”.

By communication dated 31 January 2025, Mr Ofori-Atta instructed his lawyers to inform the OSP that he was out of the jurisdiction indefinitely on medical grounds and that the firm would notify the OSP of his arrival in the country in need of rescheduling his personal attendance at the OSP.

Further, the firm offered its willingness to provide the OSP with any information the OSP may require,” he noted.

“The fugitive’s name is Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori Atta. Mr Ofori-Atta is 66 years old. He was the minister of Finance of the republic between 2017 and 2024. Mr Ofori-Atta left the jurisdiction on or around 2 January 2025. On 24th January 2025, the OSP communicated to Mr Ofori-Atta that the OSP considered him a suspect in respect to four of the cases above. Mr Ofori-Atta was asked to attend in person on Monday, 10th February 2025, at 10GMT for an interview…Mr Ofori-Atta instructed his lawyers to inform the OSP that he was out of the jurisdiction indefinitely on medical grounds…”

On June 13, 2025, Mayo Clinic in the United States revealed Ken Ofori-Atta has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is expected to undergo surgery on June 13, 2025.

The wife, Prof. Mrs Angela Ofori-Atta, in the statement dated June 16, 2025, explained that Mr Ofori-Atta successfully underwent the surgery for prostate cancer at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, on Friday, June 13, and lasted over four hours.

“The doctors are pleased with how the procedure went and will now place him on a postoperative regime,” she added.

“Kenneth has always been resilient. But this has been very difficult; with the OSP choosing the period just before his surgery to declare a red alert on him,” she said.

She further gave a possible timeline by which her husband would be able to honour the invitation by the Special Prosecutor to appear before his outfit in person.

According to Prof Mrs Angela Ofori-Atta, after a successful surgery on June 13, Mr Ofori-Atta would require about 3 months to recover fully.

Mr Ofori-Atta failed to appear before the OSP for an investigative interview scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OSP later issued a notice placing Ken Ofori-Atta on the INTERPOL Red Alert Notice database, but despite the notice, the former finance minister is still at large.

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This is huge, even Nkrumah’s Independence Day crowd cannot match ShattaFest – Sonnie Badu

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This is huge, even Nkrumah’s Independence Day crowd cannot match ShattaFest – Sonnie Badu

Renowned preacher and gospel artiste Sonnie Badu has praised the Dancehall musician Shatta Wale’s unprecedented crowd at his ShattaFest.

Sonnie Badu highlighted that, not even Dr Kwame Nkrumah’s historic Independence Day celebration can match the massive crowd at Shatta Wale’s birthday concert.

In a post on Instagram, Sonnie Badu wrote, “It’s never happened in the history of Ghana, not even on the day of our independence with Dr Kwame Nkrumah. This is huge. @shattawalenima needs to be studied.

We all go throw money for ground, feed the streets, and they got your back. Paaa paaa paaa! I think Ghana is evolving and soon we will take the centre stage again,” he wrote.

Meanwhile, the ShattaFest 2025 was a night to celebrate Ghanaian Dancehall icon Shatta Wale as he marked his 41st birthday on October 18, 2025.

Fans from various parts of Ghana crowded the Independence Square in Accra on October 18, 2025, to spend the night with the artiste as he and various other Ghanaian musicians treated the audience to hit songs.

A star-studded lineup, including Sarkodie, Samini, Wendy Shay, Medikal, Kelvynboy, Amerado, DarkoVibes, Tinny, JZyNo, Kwame Yogot, and DopeNation, among several others, featured during the ShattaFest.

Additionally,  Shatta Wale’s Public Relations Officer, Sammy Flex, has clarified that no equipment was stolen.

Speaking in an interview on Hitz FM on October 20, 2025, Sammy Flex stated, “The numbers were crazy, especially around the stage, and everybody was struggling for space. I think out of that struggle, they pulled out the cords or wires from the monitors.

So, at a point, most of the monitors went off because there were no cables connected to them. I’m sure when it started getting that serious, the sound engineers and technicians tried to mobilise and reorganize all the monitors on the stage”.

He added, “That’s why the MC was talking about it, because we wanted to continue the show after that small hold-up. We were trying to bring everything back, but even at that point, it was very tough.

The crowd wouldn’t listen or move back. We even thought that the hold-up would reduce the numbers, but it didn’t change anything. So we had no option but to continue with the performance,” he explained.

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“Whoever stole my GHS8,000, iPhone 16 will be busted” – US man pickpocketed at ShattaFest

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“Whoever stole my GHS8,000, iPhone 16 will be busted” – US man pickpocketed at ShattaFest

A U.S man working at the U.S. Embassy in Ghana has vowed to get the pickpockets who robbed him of his GHS8,000, iPhone 16  and credit cards arrested during Shatta Wale’s ShattaFest at Independence Square.

The US man was left stranded after being pickpocketed of GHS8,000, his iPhone 16, and his credit cards.

He stated that although he anticipated the event would be busy, he did not expect it to be so aggressive as to lose his valuables.

He further vowed to get the picpokerters busted.

Speaking during an interview, the U.S. Embassy worker stated, “I know it was going to be busy, but I didn’t know it was going to be aggressive, where I would get tackled and people would take my money out of my pocket. They took my phone, they took 8000 cedis in cash, and they took all my credit cards.

He further added, they started pushing and knocked my girl down. I am from the US. I work at the embassy, so I will be reporting this to the security on Monday. I am not going to bullshit around whoever took it is going to be busted”.

Meanwhile, the ShattaFest 2025 was a night to celebrate Ghanaian Dancehall icon Shatta Wale as he marked his 41st birthday on October 18, 2025.

Fans from various parts of Ghana crowded the Independence Square in Accra on October 18, 2025, to spend the night with the artiste as he and various other Ghanaian musicians treated the audience to hit songs.

A star-studded lineup, including Sarkodie, Samini, Wendy Shay, Medikal, Kelvynboy, Amerado, DarkoVibes, Tinny, JZyNo, Kwame Yogot, and DopeNation, among several others, featured during the ShattaFest.

Additionally,  Shatta Wale’s Public Relations Officer, Sammy Flex, has clarified that no equipment was stolen.

Speaking in an interview on Hitz FM on October 20, 2025, Sammy Flex stated, “The numbers were crazy, especially around the stage, and everybody was struggling for space. I think out of that struggle, they pulled out the cords or wires from the monitors.

So, at a point, most of the monitors went off because there were no cables connected to them. I’m sure when it started getting that serious, the sound engineers and technicians tried to mobilise and reorganize all the monitors on the stage”.

He added, “That’s why the MC was talking about it, because we wanted to continue the show after that small hold-up. We were trying to bring everything back, but even at that point, it was very tough.

The crowd wouldn’t listen or move back. We even thought that the hold-up would reduce the numbers, but it didn’t change anything. So we had no option but to continue with the performance,” he explained.

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US Embassy worker GHS8,000, iPhone 16, and credit cards stolen at ShattaFest

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US Embassy worker GHS8,000, iPhone 16, and credit cards stolen at ShattaFest

A staff member of the U.S. Embassy in Ghana was pickpocketed during Shatta Wale’s ShattaFest at Independence Square.

The US man was left stranded after being pickpocketed of GHS8,000, his iPhone 16, and his credit cards.

He stated that although he anticipated the event would be busy, he did not expect it to be so aggressive as to lose his valuables.

He further vowed to get the picpokerters busted.

Speaking during an interview, the U.S. Embassy worker stated, “I know it was going to be busy, but I didn’t know it was going to be aggressive, where I would get tackled and people would take my money out of my pocket. They took my phone, they took 8000 cedis in cash, and they took all my credit cards.

He further added, they started pushing and knocked my girl down, I am from the US. I work at the embassy, so I will be reporting this to the security on Monday. I am not going to bulshit around whoever took it is going to be busted”.

Meanwhile, the ShattaFest 2025 was a night to celebrate Ghanaian Dancehall icon Shatta Wale as he marked his 41st birthday on October 18, 2025.

Fans from various parts of Ghana crowded the Independence Square in Accra on October 18, 2025, to spend the night with the artiste as he and various other Ghanaian musicians treated the audience to hit songs.

A star-studded lineup, including Sarkodie, Samini, Wendy Shay, Medikal, Kelvynboy, Amerado, DarkoVibes, Tinny, JZyNo, Kwame Yogot, and DopeNation, among several others, featured during the ShattaFest.

Additionally,  Shatta Wale’s Public Relations Officer, Sammy Flex, has clarified that no equipment was stolen.

Speaking in an interview on Hitz FM on October 20, 2025, Sammy Flex stated, “The numbers were crazy, especially around the stage, and everybody was struggling for space. I think out of that struggle, they pulled out the cords or wires from the monitors.

So, at a point, most of the monitors went off because there were no cables connected to them. I’m sure when it started getting that serious, the sound engineers and technicians tried to mobilise and reorganize all the monitors on the stage”.

He added, “That’s why the MC was talking about it, because we wanted to continue the show after that small hold-up. We were trying to bring everything back, but even at that point, it was very tough.

The crowd wouldn’t listen or move back. We even thought that the hold-up would reduce the numbers, but it didn’t change anything. So we had no option but to continue with the performance,” he explained.

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“Wontumi saw himself as the greatest galamsey kingpin” – Elikem Kotoko

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“Wontumi saw himself as the greatest galamsey kingpin” – Elikem Kotoko

Elikem Kotoko, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, has said the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, commonly known as Chairman Wontumi, saw himself as the greatest galamsey kingpin

The Deputy CEO of the Forestry Commission narrated a phone call he received from the  Chairman Wontumi shortly after security officials busted people engaging in illegal mining at Samreboi in the Western Region, a site belonging to Akonta Mining Limited.

Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime, Elikem Kotoko recalled, “I’m still wondering why Chairman Wontumi called me one day after the Samreboi incident, something I never spoke about. (Wontumi said) ‘Hello, Elikem, this is Chairman Wontumi.’ I said, ‘Aha’”.

Elikem Kotoko added, “Oo, Elikem, why are you doing this to me? Your boss is my friend. When are you going to come to Kumasi so we can sit and talk?”

“What was he calling me for? I never said this anywhere, but I’ve decided… he has never called me, not even when I won my elections”, he added.

Elikem Kotoko added that he is not surprised by the legal challenges Wontumi is facing because he was alleged to be a kingpin in the galamsey menace.

“Who didn’t know that if you want to mention names, he was one of the number one people who probably was perceived to be leading people into the forest, into the places, because he saw himself as the greatest kingpin and all — nobody comes through the mine except through me, Wontumi,” he said.

Meanwhile,  Chairman Wontumi was released from police custody some weeks ago after three nights.

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) released comes after he fulfilled bail conditions amounting to GH₵25 million imposed across two separate illegal mining cases.

Wontumi, on Tuesday, October 7, was granted a ₵25 million bail by the Criminal Division of the Accra High Court in connection with two separate cases relating to alleged illegal mining.

Chairman Wontumi and the Operations Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited were granted bail in the sum of GHC10 million with two sureties.

The two sureties, one must be justified with proof of landed property.

Wontumi and Akonta Mining have been accused of destroying 13 hectares of land in the Tano Nimiri forest.

The NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman pleaded not guilty to all seven charges levelled against him.

Chairman Wontumi was slapped with seven fresh charges, which stem from his alleged mining in Tano Nimire Forest Reserve in the Western Region.

The charges come barely after he appeared in a separate case.

In this case, Wontumi and four others associated with his Akonta Mining Company Limited are facing the accusations of unlawfully engaging in mining operations, environmental destruction.

Additionally, the Accra High Court has granted Wontumi a ₵15 million bail with three sureties in a separate case.

According to the court, Wontumi’s sureties must be justified with landed properties.

The presiding judge, Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, granted Wontumi bail on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, after hearing arguments from Wontumi’s lawyer, Andy Appiah-Kubi, and the Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem-Sai.

Andy Appiah-Kubi urged the court to grant bail, insisting that his client posed no flight risk; however, Dr Srem-Sai, who did not oppose, called on the court to impose stringent conditions given the gravity of the charges.

He argued, “Gold mining is a capital-intensive business, and by their own admission, the accused is a man of substance. It is common knowledge that persons of substance are often greater flight risks”.

Wontumi was granted a GHC 15 million bail bond, three sureties, two of whom must justify with landed property within the court’s jurisdiction.

He is also to deposit all passports with the court registrar; he has also been placed on the Ghana immigration stop list at all entry and exit points.

Also, Wontumi must report to investigators on the first and third Monday of every month.

The Accra High Court gave the prosecution three weeks to file disclosures.

Meanwhile, the next hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025.

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Kennedy Agyapong vows to relocate key ministries from Accra to various regions

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Kennedy Agyapong vows to relocate key ministries from Accra to various regions

Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, a  New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant, has vowed to relocate key ministries from Accra to various parts of the country.

According to Kennedy Agyapong, his proposal is aimed at shifting the administrative and economic structure of the country by empowering regions to manage major sectors of the economy.

He highlighted that decentralisation should no longer be a political slogan but a thoughtful effort to move government, employment opportunities and infrastructure development to all regions.

The former lawmaker detailed that ministries would be relocated based on the natural strengths of each region.

He revealed plans to move the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to the northern part of the country to take advantage of its fertile lands and livestock potential.

Speaking to supporters during his campaign tour of Salaga North, Mr Agyapong said, “For decades, successive governments have spoken about decentralisation without taking bold steps to make it happen. The result has been unequal development, congestion in Accra, and the slow death of towns that once had economic promise.”

“With the ministry and its agencies located there, the north would attract direct investment in agricultural processing, storage, and mechanisation, creating jobs and reducing poverty,” he said.

He added, “With its mountains, waterfalls, beaches, and rich cultural heritage, the Volta Region has all it takes to become a major tourism and creative arts hub.

“It makes no sense for young people from every region to move to Accra simply because that is where the jobs are. When we move ministries, private sector jobs will follow, and towns that are currently ignored will come alive again.”

Ken Agyapong further explained, “With digital management, video conferencing, and data integration, ministries can function effectively regardless of their location”.

“True unity is built when citizens feel that government works for them no matter where they live,” he noted.

In related news, Kennedy Agyapong, has said Ghana is not poor but poor in leadership.

He asserted that in Ghana, the same people come around telling us to vote for them, but have failed to deliver.

Speaking in a recent interview in the Upper West Region, Ken Agyapong stated, “You are not poor; you are poor in leadership. And these same people will come and tell you, ‘Vote for Mr A,’ and they cannot change your life.

Kennedy Agyapong emphasised that Ghana need a businessman who will come and create industries.

He added, “You need a businessman who will come and create industries, at least in the five northern regions. I’m going to move two ministries to the five northern regions. The first one, I know, will go to Tamale — because of the Tamale Airport. And I’m sure, because you have the airstrip (Upper West Region), whatever you have here, we have to turn it into a proper airport so that we can send our produce to the European market, UK market, and the rest with cargo planes”.

He further heaped praises on the President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, for the development he is bringing to his country.

“We are closer to Burkina. Go and see what the young man is doing. Are you saying he’s a better human being than us? No, but he loves his country, that is all. He’s sacrificing his life for Burkina Faso. Do we have the same people here?” he quizzed.

Bawumia gaining ground among disgruntled NPP voters – Global InfoAnalytics

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Bawumia gaining ground among disgruntled NPP voters – Global InfoAnalytics

The Global InfoAnalytics, in their new poll, have revealed that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is regaining ground among disgruntled NPP voters who switched allegiance in the 2024 general elections.

On Monday, October 20, the Global InfoAnalytics poll indicated that 63 per cent of disgruntled NPP voters in the Ashanti Region who voted for President John Dramani Mahama now prefer Dr Bawumia to lead the NPP.

The poll also revealed 39 per cent of this group also expressed renewed confidence in Dr Bawumia compared to Kennedy Ohene Agyapong’s 36 per cent.

“The fact that a majority of those who turned away in 2024 are now returning to support Dr Bawumia demonstrates his enduring appeal and credibility,” the report noted.

Dr Bawumia’s resurgence in the Ashanti Region will prove positive in strengthening unity and boosting morale ahead of the NPP’s presidential primaries.

The Global Info also announced that the beginning of its October 2025 delegates’ polls to assess whether there has been a shift in allegiance or voters remain keen on voting for Dr Bawumia.

Meanwhile, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, has vowed to regularly engage with the party’s grassroots if elected president of Ghana.

The former vice president pledged to make grassroots participation a central part of his presidency by holding annual constituency meetings.

According to him, as the President, he would bring governance closer to the people through direct and consistent grassroots engagement.

Speaking to delegates on the first day of his tour of the Bono Region, where he visited the Banda, Tain, and Wenchi constituencies, Dr Bawumia stated, “If I am elected President, I will make time to regularly engage with the party’s grassroots”.

“Just as former President Kufuor did, I will dedicate at least one day each year to meet directly with members at the constituency level through town-hall-style meetings.”

“These interactions will allow me to listen to your concerns firsthand and work on them. This is how we will stay connected, and I will ensure that as President, your voices are heard and your issues are addressed.”

Also, in an earlier engagement, Dr Bawumia promised to introduce a constituency-based budgeting framework under his leadership.

According to Bawumia, the new proposal will overhaul Ghana’s budgeting system, which will be a more local approach to development financing.

Speaking to some NPP members in the Ashanti Region on Thursday, September 11, 2025, Dr Bawumia explained, “I am bringing a new idea to Ghana. I want to transform our current framework into a constituency-based budgeting framework.

With this, every constituency will be featured in the budget, and the management of that budget will come at the constituency level”.

Dr Bawumia highlighted that the proposed system would ensure development funds and contracts are directly tied to constituencies, which will enhance transparency, accountability, and impact.

“So, when we are awarding a contract, you will know that it is coming straight to your constituency so that you manage it from there. That will help elevate each constituency to drive development for all of us,” Dr Bawumia asserted.

Video – Haruna Iddrisu engages first-year students who raise concerns about their programmes

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Video – Haruna Iddrisu engages first-year students who raise concerns about their programmes

Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, during his visit to the Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon (PRESEC-Legon), was spotted engaging first-year students who raised concerns about their programmes of study.

The first-year students raised concerns about the Computerised School Selection and Placement System changing their program of choice.

Also, the Minister for Education has boldly admitted that the Computerised placement system is not working well for Ghana.

The Education Minister promised to review the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS).

Speaking during his visit to the Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, on Monday, October 20, Haruna Iddrisu acknowledged that some parents and students are unhappy with the school placement.

The education minister speaking to the media stated, “I have observed that some parents are unhappy, justified. Some students are unhappy, justified, because they chose a particular course, Science, and were given General Arts or Business. That would be a disincentive even for that child to study hard and do his best.”

“It means that the computerised placement system is not working well for the country, and I’m happy to review it, and I will review it,” he said.

He further revealed, “I’ll put in place a committee to review its performance over the decade, and then give me a credible alternative. What we need is meritorious admission. Nobody would accept that you get an Aggregate 6, and you can’t get the spot of your first choice. That’s unfair, and we’ll look very closely into that.”

“My understanding, as I’ve gone around this morning, is, we need to manage the crisis in the provision of quality Free Senior High School in Ghana. To manage it will mean deliberate, sustainable investment in education, expanded classrooms, expanded laboratories, expanded dormitories for the learners.”

The Education Minister also commended the contributions of alumni and religious institutions in supporting educational development.

He added, “What I’ve also particularly noticed is the role of old boys, old students, in supporting the state. I recognise a strong bond, a relationship between the church and the state, in providing quality education. And for our purposes today, the Presbyterian Church, I want to salute them and pay tribute to them.”

“From Odumase now to Accra, Presec have trained many young people, mentioning Okudzeto Ablakwa, Oko Boye, they are all proud students of this school,” he said.

“My assessment here is that classrooms are not adequate, dormitories are not adequate, laboratories are insufficient and not in good shape,” he said.

Additionally, Haruna Iddrisu had revealed plans by the government to reclassify some SHSs to ease pressure on category A schools.

He revealed that the proposal will see 10 Category A schools downgraded to Category B and another 10 Category B schools upgraded to Category A.

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“Some people deceived me” – Rev Owusu-Bempah lashes out at Akufo-Addo govt

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“Some people deceived me” – Rev Owusu-Bempah lashes out at Akufo-Addo govt

Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah, the founder of Glorious Word Power Ministry International, has descended heavily on the erstwhile New Patriotic Party (NPP) government led by former President Akufo-Addo.

According to Rev Owusu Bempah, the former Akufo-Addo government deceived him in the past with promises they failed to fulfil.

He highlighted that he did his part of the bargain, but the NPP failed to fulfil their part of the bargain.

Speaking to his congregation on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Rev Owusu-Bempah stated, “Sometime ago, we worked for nothing; we worked in vain. We fasted and prayed for nothing. They reneged on all the promises they made to us. Because of this, we had to make them go home. We needed to put them in a cage; some were pushed into the forest.

“You make a promise to me and fail to keep it. I fulfilled my side of the deal, but you reneged on yours; then the God of David would punish you… When you labour, you must enjoy its fruits,” he said in the Twi dialect.

He added, “Some people deceived me sometime past… This time around, we are not going to suffer for nothing. If you joke, we will push your car into a ditch.”

Rev Owusu Bempah further praised the John Mahama-led government.

According to him, the John Dramani Mahama administration and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have kept their promises to him.

He added that the NDC government are not like the former NPP government under Akufo-Addo, who locked him up after helping them gain power.

“These people (the current government) are wise. They honour promises. They are not like others I know, who even lock you up in addition,” he said.

In related news, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah has dropped a fresh prophecy regarding the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).

The man of God revealed that the spirit backing the NDC has declined.

According to Rev Owusu Bempah, the NDC risks losing the 2028 general elections if the party does not take immediate steps to rekindle its spiritual backing.

Speaking to his congregation on Sunday, September 28, 2025, Rev Owusu Bempah stated, “I have seen in the spiritual realm that the NDC’s power has dropped. The spirit backing the NDC has declined, the force and power behind the party has diminished, and it is sinking”.

“If they want to rule for two consecutive terms, they must rekindle their power. Otherwise, after President John Mahama’s tenure, they will lose power in 2028”, the man of God warned.

Rev Owusu-Bempah further cautioned the NDC, “They think that any political party that comes to power must enjoy two consecutive terms. But if the NDC follows this pattern, they will be disappointed because I have seen that the power that brought them to power has dropped”.

“Let them mark today’s date and work towards it because if they fail one day, they will admit that I said it exactly as it is”, he added.

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“Computerised placement system not working, I will review it” – Education Minister

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“Computerised placement system not working, I will review it” – Education Minister

Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister for Education, has boldly admitted that the Computerised placement system is not working well for Ghana.

The Education Minister promised to review the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS).

Speaking during his visit to the Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, on Monday, October 20, Haruna Iddrisu acknowledged that some parents and students are unhappy with the school placement.

The education minister speaking to the media stated, “I have observed that some parents are unhappy, justified. Some students are unhappy, justified, because they chose a particular course, Science, and were given General Arts or Business. That would be a disincentive even for that child to study hard and do his best.”

“It means that the computerised placement system is not working well for the country, and I’m happy to review it, and I will review it,” he said.

He further revealed, “I’ll put in place a committee to review its performance over the decade, and then give me a credible alternative. What we need is meritorious admission. Nobody would accept that you get an Aggregate 6, and you can’t get the spot of your first choice. That’s unfair, and we’ll look very closely into that.”

“My understanding, as I’ve gone around this morning, is, we need to manage the crisis in the provision of quality Free Senior High School in Ghana. To manage it will mean deliberate, sustainable investment in education, expanded classrooms, expanded laboratories, expanded dormitories for the learners.”

The Education Minister also commended the contributions of alumni and religious institutions in supporting educational development.

He added, “What I’ve also particularly noticed is the role of old boys, old students, in supporting the state. I recognise a strong bond, a relationship between the church and the state, in providing quality education. And for our purposes today, the Presbyterian Church, I want to salute them and pay tribute to them.”

“From Odumase now to Accra, Presec have trained many young people, mentioning Okudzeto Ablakwa, Oko Boye, they are all proud students of this school,” he said.

“My assessment here is that classrooms are not adequate, dormitories are not adequate, laboratories are insufficient and not in good shape,” he said.

Additionally, Haruna Iddrisu had revealed plans by the government to reclassify some SHSs to ease pressure on category A schools.

He revealed that the proposal will see 10 Category A schools downgraded to Category B and another 10 Category B schools upgraded to Category A.

Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry on Tuesday, October 14, Haruna Iddrisu explained, “We have close to 393,000 students competing for only 76,000 spaces. The pressure on Category A schools is too high, and this makes placement less fair and transparent”.

The Education Minister added that reclassification will help distribute students more evenly and make the placement system more efficient.

He cited regional inequalities in the distribution of top-tier schools.

“Regions like North East, Savannah, Oti, and Western North have no Category A schools. We intend to deliberately prioritise these areas with infrastructure investments to improve access to quality education,” he explained.

Meanwhile, about 590,000 freshers are reporting to their placed Senior High School (SHS) to begin the 2025/2026 academic year.

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“OSP delaying commencement of case with ambush amendments” – Lawyer for Mustapha Hamid

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“OSP delaying commencement of case with ambush amendments” – Lawyer for Mustapha Hamid

One of the lawyers of the former CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Akbar Yussif Rohullah Khomeini, has accused the Office of the Special Prosecutor of deliberately attempting to delay the commencement of the NPA case.

In a Facebook post soon after the court proceedings, Akbar Yussif Rohullah Khomeini stated, “We were in court this morning in the matter of the NPA. Interestingly, the OSP has made another surprising amendment to the charge sheet. This is the second time the OSP is delaying the commencement of the case with its ambush amendments.

“At the last hearing on the 26th August, the same thing happened, prompting the judge to remind the OSP that the purported amendment filed on the 20th August, 2025 was not on the court’s records.

“The action by the OSP has effectively destroyed the court’s orders of the 23rd July, 2025 directed at him to file disclosures by the 26th of August and witness statements by the 26th of September, 2025. We are back to zero!”

His comments follow the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), revealing it has amended the charges against former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and nine others.

According to the OSP statement, the accused persons in the Republic v. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid & 9 Others case has been increased from 25 to 54 following the discovery of new evidence from ongoing investigations.

The OSP statement read, “The Republic has filed 54 criminal charges against officials of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and several associated companies for alleged large-scale extortion, abuse of public office, and money laundering, totalling GHo291,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47 respectively.

The accused are alleged to have extorted hundreds of millions of cedis and foreign currency from bulk oil transporters and oil marketing companies under the guise of official duties, and subsequently laundered the proceeds through property acquisitions and business entities to conceal their illicit origins”.

The accused persons are Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Jacob Kwamina Amuah, Wendy Newman, Albert Ankrah, Isaac Mensah, Bright Bediako-Mensah, Kwaku Aboagye Acquaah, Propnest Limited, Kel Logistics Limited, and Kings Energy Limited.

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) statement also disclosed assets seized and frozen pending trial, “Vehicles, including tanker trucks, fuel stations, houses, apartments, and parcels of land valued at over GHc100 million”.

Background

Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Jacob Kwamina Amuah, Wendy Newman, Albert Ankrah, Isaac Mensah, Bright Bediako-Mensah, Kwaku Aboagye Acquaah, Propnest Limited, Kel Logistics Limited, and Kings Energy Limited have been accused of alleged large-scale extortion, abuse of public office, and money laundering amounting to GH¢297,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47.

Dr Mustapha Hamid, the first accused, has been accused of orchestrating a large-scale corruption scheme within the petroleum sector between 2022 and 2024.

They have been accused of laundering funds funnelled into luxury properties, vehicles, and fuel stations through a coordinated scheme that targeted Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs).

Earlier, the case was adjourned to August 26, 2025, for substantive hearings to commence.

The former NPA CEO, Dr Abdul-Hamid, on July 23, was granted bail in the sum of GH¢2 million.

As part of his bail, he was required to produce two sureties which each earning a net monthly salary of not less than GH¢5,000.

He was also mandated to report himself to the OSP once every two weeks.

Jacob Kwamena Amuah, Coordinator of the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund, and Wendy Newman, an NPA employee, were also granted bail under the same conditions are his co-accused, with all three pleaded not guilty to charges.

Also, Albert Ankrah, Isaac Mensah, Bright Bediako-Mensah, and Kwaku Aboagye Acquah were also granted GH¢2 million each.

They were required to present three sureties with one landed property and also report to the OSP every two weeks.

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Ellen Daaku mocks ‘cry baby’ Lands Minister Kofi Buah

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Ellen Daaku mocks ‘cry baby’ Lands Minister Kofi Buah

Ellen Ama Daaku, a communications officer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has mocked the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah.

The NPP communicator labelled Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah as a crybaby who held a press conference and cried to Ghanaians.

Speaking on the Despite Media Peace FM, Ellen Darko stated, “This week, I have heard that the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources cry cry minister, Minister Buah, says he needs 10 billion dollars. He needs 120 billion cedis before he can fight galamsey.

Cry, Cry minister, if you need 100 billion, 200 billion, as Ghanaians, we do not care”.

When asked why she keeps referring to the minister as Cry Minister, she stated. “Didn’t he come crying? Did he call a press conference and cry? A minister who calls for a press conference and cries, is this what they use in fighting galamsey?”.

She further added, “This is their fight, I am not interested. They claimed they can do it, so they should fight it”.

Her comments come following Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, who has revealed the staggering potential financial scope of the anti-galamsey effort.

According to the Lands Minister, a comprehensive fight against illegal mining could cost the nation an estimated $10 billion.

The Lands minister is quoted by 3 news to have said, “The fight against galmsey could cost $10 billion”.

Also, Nana Baffour Awuah, the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, has said the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is fixated on the figure $10 billion.

According to the Manhyia South MP, the NDC keeps repeating the $10 billion for all major projects.

Nana Baffour Awuah highlighted that the Lands minister, rather than being fixated on figures, should direct their attention toward ensuring responsible mining to maximise the country’s economic gains from the extractive sector.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on Tuesday, October 14, Baffour Awuah stated, “To begin, how did they arrive at that figure? It appears that the NDC seems to be very fixated on the figure 10 billion”.

“Anytime they quote a figure for a project in this country, they are looking for 10 billion dollars — Hope City, 10 billion dollars; Big Push, 10 billion dollars; and now they want 10 billion dollars to fix galamsey.”

He explained, “I am of the view that all we need is to ensure that there is responsible mining and we are getting the economic benefit that we should get from mining”.

“The NDC clearly and obviously has been contradictory, has been inconsistent, and it was all aimed at getting political power. That is all that the picture seems now, and it is obvious,” he added.

Meanwhile, the National Coalition on Mining has boldly told the John Mahama government point-blank that the military and police cannot stop the illegal mining menace (galamsey) facing the country.

According to the  National Coalition on Mining, if the military under former Presidents Kufuour, John Mahama and Akufo-Addo could stop galamsey, Ghana would not be having this conversation today.

They urged the government to adopt a more strategic and sustainable approach if it truly wants to end galamsey.

Speaking in an interview, a member of the Coalition, Emmanuel Ellimah, on Sunday, October 19, recounted past military intervention, saying, “Under former President Kufuor, we had Operation Flashout. During President Mahama’s first term, there was Operation Cowleg. Under President Akufo-Addo, we’ve had Operation Vanguard, Operation Halt One, and Operation Halt Two”.

“If the military could stop galamsey, we wouldn’t still be having this conversation. That’s why we are calling for a shift in the measures being applied to tackle this problem,” he added.

He called for community involvement, regulation of small-scale mining, and enforcement of environmental standards.

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OSP heaps more counts on Mustapha Hamid, nine others; charges now stand at 54

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OSP heaps more counts on Mustapha Hamid, nine others; charges now stand at 54

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has revealed it has amended the charges against former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and nine others.

According to the OSP statement, the accused persons in the Republic v. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid & 9 Others case has been increased from 25 to 54 following the discovery of new evidence from ongoing investigations.

The OSP statement read, “The Republic has filed 54 criminal charges against officials of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and several associated companies for alleged large-scale extortion, abuse of public office, and money laundering, totalling GHo291,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47 respectively.

The accused are alleged to have extorted hundreds of millions of cedis and foreign currency from bulk oil transporters and oil marketing companies under the guise of official duties, and subsequently laundered the proceeds through property acquisitions and business entities to conceal their illicit origins”.

The accused persons are Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Jacob Kwamina Amuah, Wendy Newman, Albert Ankrah, Isaac Mensah, Bright Bediako-Mensah, Kwaku Aboagye Acquaah, Propnest Limited, Kel Logistics Limited, and Kings Energy Limited.

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) statement also disclosed assets seized and frozen pending trial, “Vehicles, including tanker trucks, fuel stations, houses, apartments, and parcels of land valued at over GHc100 million”.

Background

Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Jacob Kwamina Amuah, Wendy Newman, Albert Ankrah, Isaac Mensah, Bright Bediako-Mensah, Kwaku Aboagye Acquaah, Propnest Limited, Kel Logistics Limited, and Kings Energy Limited have been accused of alleged large-scale extortion, abuse of public office, and money laundering amounting to GH¢297,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47.

Dr Mustapha Hamid, the first accused, has been accused of orchestrating a large-scale corruption scheme within the petroleum sector between 2022 and 2024.

They have been accused of laundering funds funnelled into luxury properties, vehicles, and fuel stations through a coordinated scheme that targeted Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs).

Earlier, the case was adjourned to August 26, 2025, for substantive hearings to commence.

The former NPA CEO, Dr Abdul-Hamid, on July 23, was granted bail in the sum of GH¢2 million.

As part of his bail, he was required to produce two sureties which each earning a net monthly salary of not less than GH¢5,000.

He was also mandated to report himself to the OSP once every two weeks.

Jacob Kwamena Amuah, Coordinator of the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund, and Wendy Newman, an NPA employee, were also granted bail under the same conditions are his co-accused, with all three pleaded not guilty to charges.

Also, Albert Ankrah, Isaac Mensah, Bright Bediako-Mensah, and Kwaku Aboagye Acquah were also granted GH¢2 million each.

They were required to present three sureties with one landed property and also report to the OSP every two weeks.

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Official – Ursula Owusu-Ekuful to contest NPP General Secretary position

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Official – Ursula Owusu-Ekuful to contest NPP General Secretary position

Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the former Communications Minister, has officially declared her intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary position.

In a Facebook post on Monday, October 20, which coincided with her birthday, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful disclosed her intention.

She wrote, “Dearest Patriots, I come to you on this day of my birth with genuine regards. A lot of water has passed under the bridge since our stormy face-off with ourselves and our base.

We came out bruised, our individual and collective egos battered. We lie not in a good place. However, as our great tradition had demonstrated over the years… we will thrive”.

Her post further added, “Scathed, we refuse to be burnt, and in the unlikely circumstance that we set ourselves in a blazing inferno… we will rise. It will shape us, mould us, and like the Phoenix, we will rise and be ready”

“This caretaker NDC government is there not just because they are preferred, they are there because they lied their way into government, amidst lofty promises, and caused belief in us to wane. But we will revive it,” she said.

Ursula Owusu-Ekuful further promised to restore confidence in the NPP, “From the polling stations, through to the electoral areas, constituencies, and regions to the top, we will restore confidence in our party and unity amongst ourselves. That is the only dose we need to boot out this accident-of-a-government”.

“On this day of my birth, Patriots, I come before you, the fighter you have always known… to join you on this collective journey to rescue our beloved country from this clueless, insensitive, and glaringly incompetent government,” she said.

She further called for support, saying, “I come to you in all humility, to ask you, dear patriots, to join me on this rescue mission as your next General Secretary”.

Ursula Owusu-Ekuful concluded her message with a call for unity within the party: “Patriots, join me, let us commit to the struggle, for I know with unity and God on our side, as well as the collective will of the Ghanaian people, we shall overcome.”

The former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West had already hinted at ending her parliamentary career following her defeat in the 2024 general election.

In a cryptic Facebook post on Saturday, December 14, 2024 stated, “Thank you, Ablekuma West!! Sayonara….Thank you, Lord, for the opportunity to serve. Next chapter in my life unfolding, so let’s see what He has in store for me. Looking into the future with confidence”.

She lost her seat to Rev. Kweku Addo of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in a closely contested race.

Rev. Addo obtained 31,866 votes, while Ursula Owusu-Ekuful acquired 26,575 votes. 

In related news, Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko, the former Energy Minister, has officially declared his intention to contest for the NPP’s National Chairman position.

On Tuesday, September 30, Mr Agyarko, in a press statement, revealed his decision.

Boakye Agyarko describe his decision to contest as a call to duty.

According to him, he had extensive consultations with family, close associates, and NPP  faithful.

His statement read, “I have had consultations with members of my family and those who are very close to me, and whose lives would be most affected by the decisions I make,” he stated.

“I have also listened carefully to what the broad masses of our party people, and indeed many outside our party, are asking of me.”

“Having factored in all the considerations, I see it as my bounden duty to respond to this call to duty, and hereby announce that I will contest for the position of NATIONAL CHAIRMAN of my party upon the opening of nominations.”

SHOCK – Young Senegalese goalkeeper kidnapped and killed in Ghana

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SHOCK – Young Senegalese goalkeeper kidnapped and killed in Ghana

A young Senegalese goalkeeper, Cheikh Touré, has been heartbreakingly killed in Ghana.

According to reports, Cheikh Touré was found dead in Ghana, with the Senegal Ministry of African Integration and Foreign Affairs confirming the news.

Authorities have revealed that the young, talented Senegalese goalkeeper was deceived by fraudsters pretending to be football scouts.

Cheikh Touré was conned by the alleged fraudster acting as a football scout.

Reports suggest the alleged scouts told him that he had been invited to Ghana for a professional trial with a top club.

Upon his arrival, the scammers kidnapped the young goalkeeper and demanded a ransom from his family.

Despite the family of the young man’s desperate attempts to meet the ransom demands, Cheikh’s relatives were unable to pay.

Tragically, the kidnappers ultimately took his life.

Social media users have been left in shock following the heartbreaking death of young Senegalese goalkeeper Cheikh Touré.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted to the tragic news, with the majority of X users pointing fingers towards Nigerians, saying, “A Thorough investigation must be done on this tragic incident, Nigerians might be behind it because it’s their trademark”.

“I promise, if the authorities dig deep into this incident, we’ll find that the culprits aren’t even Ghanaians, they’re just hiding here and causing all this. Smh”, a netizen wrote.

 One more X user wrote, “This is where the IP address comes in. They should let the police track their numbers”.

“I don’t think it was Ghanaians behind the scam. This won’t pass the square-headed people who have flooded our country. Heartless MFs”, a netizen stated.

Another wrote, “Those of you saying it’s the Nigerians, there was a time crimes like this were rare in Nigeria till the 2010s, when global terrorism and economic decline influenced everything. We denied it at first, too. The world is changing fast; Ghana’s security needs to wake up”.

“NAA THIS UNGHANAIAN. EVERY REASONABLE NIGERIAN WILL CONFIRM THAT IT’S THEIR COUNTRY MEN BEHIND THIS, NOT GHANAIANS”, an X user noted.

I’m hoping the CID department apprehends the perpetrators of this heinous crime. Moreover, I won’t be surprised if we later find out it’s those anago people who did this.

One more netizen added, “Is this not the modus operandi of Nigerian scammers and fraudsters? Since when did kidnapping and abduction become a thing in Ghana?”

Additionally, a Ghanaian on X stated, “Ohh… we trust the Police to bring the perpetrators to book, we all know a hungry Ghanaian will never kidnap his brother for food not to talk of taking his life. This is sad”

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“Your artificial cedi manipulation worse and costly” – Miracles Aboagye fights Presidential staffer

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“Your artificial cedi manipulation worse and costly” – Miracles Aboagye fights Presidential staffer

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, spokesperson for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has tackled Presidential Staffer, Beatrice Annangfio, after she called for an apology from him.

It will be recalled that Dennis Miracles Aboagye once claimed during the Akufo-Addo Bawumia regime that if the NDC were in power, the dollar would have hit GHS25.

With the Ghana cedi now trading around 10.75 to a dollar, Beatrice Annangfio quizzed Dennis Aboagye if he would like to apologise for his statement.

She wrote, “Good evening @DennisMiracles, while we don’t expect a fixed exchange rate under the NDC, we seek relative stability, and we are working towards that.

Would you want to apologise for this statement?”, she quizzed.

In a sharp rebuttal, Miracles Aboagye slammed the NDC government for Artificial Currency Manipulation.

He claimed the government is currently manipulating the dollar with only businesspeople benefiting, while the reduction does reflect in consumer prices..

Miracles Aboagye wrote, “When you achieve stability, I will apologise. For now, we don’t even know what to plan with… the dollar moves from 14.5 in 3 months to 10cedis and then within 5 weeks it moves back from 10cedis to 13 cedis, then you inject another $1billion to move it back from 13 to 10 cedis… that’s what you want an apology for?? Stabilise it, let Ghanaians know what to plan with, then you can ask for apology”.

He added, “You actually think you are doing something productive with the dollar? That’s what you think?? Do you know why only businesses are benefiting from this artificial manipulation and why the reduction doesn’t reflect in consumer prices? It’s Becos the businesses know it’s artificial and they can’t risk reducing their prices, else it goes up again tomorrow and their capital is wiped out. What you are doing to the currency is even worse and costly that it staying at 13… only time will tell..”

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted, saying, “By the way, if it was that easy for the cedi to be strengthened against the dollar, your useless administration wouldn’t set up a committee to ascertain the depreciation of the cedi.

It doesn’t matter how it’s done, what’s important is that the cedi is doing well against the dollar”.

“I have said this many times, this approach is not sustainable, recruited teachers and nurses haven’t been paid, yer billion of dollars have been pumped into the market to stabilise the dollar, contractors haven’t been paid, isn’t it madness and stupid, to say NDC is forcing, ayoooo”, one netizen wrote.

Additionally, Dr Johnson Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has revealed that the Central Bank occasionally intervene to stabilise the cedi for periods of exceptional market pressure.

The BoG Governor refuted claims that the Central Bank is overstepping its bounds in managing the foreign exchange market.

According to the BoG Governor, the Central Bank’s actions fall within a flexible exchange rate framework aimed only at curbing excessive volatility.

Speaking at the IMF–World Bank Governor Talk Series in Washington, D.C., Dr Asiama explained, “The framework that we have is a flexible exchange rate management framework. Essentially, what we do is smooth excessive volatilities. Yes, there were allegations about whether we were intervening in the market, but that was not exactly the case”

Dr Asiama highlighted that in the second and third quarters of 2025, Ghana undertook several “lumpy” foreign payments, including billions of U.S. dollars to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and domestic bondholders, adding that at the same time, remittance inflows weakened, draining liquidity from the interbank foreign exchange market.

He added, “In the mix of that, the central bank had to step in. The interbank FX market had dried up, so the central bank had to provide that support”.

“We do not over-support the market at all. What we seek to do is limit volatility to ensure smooth dynamics in the market, and that is the framework we will maintain going forward,” he affirmed.

Also, Dr Johnson Asiama says Ghana’s economy has made a firm recovery after years of instability.

He described Ghana’s economy as being “back on track” following months of policy discipline.

Dr Asiama stated, “We came to meet a challenged economy in the sense that, remember, we had a domestic debt issue in 2022, fiscal policy was highly expansionary. It led to our exiting the international financial market. There was a resort to domestic financing.

“We remember all the sovereign downgrades we had to suffer. We came into office with a lot of liquidity, high inflation, [and an exchange rate that was depreciating widely,” he said.

“And I remember when we came in, there were talks about whether we should cancel the programme altogether, there were doubts as to whether we would be able to carry on the programme.

“But I am happy to say that eight months down the road, we have turned the corner. Ghana is back,” Dr Asiama declared.

The Governor added, “Growth has rebounded, inflation has cooled, and Ghana is now outperforming expectations under the IMF programme. Inflation, which stood at 23.5 per cent in January 2025, has since dropped to 9.4 per cent in September — the first single-digit rate in four years, beating the government’s 11.9 per cent target.”

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Watch viral video of MP Suhuyini presenting appointment letters to his constituents

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Watch viral video of MP Suhuyini presenting appointment letters to his constituents

A viral video of the Member of Parliament for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini, presenting appointment letters to some constituents has surfaced on social media.

In the viral 30-second video shared on X, the Deputy Roads minister and MP for Tamale North was seated with some constituents, also seated to his right, and others standing.

Alhassan Suhuyini was spotted with some brown and white envelopes in his hand, which he presented to his constituents.

The viral video was shared with the caption, “MP for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini, presented appointment letters (EPA, NADMO) to deserving constituents today.

These form part of his efforts to support human capital development”.

Some Ghanaians have reacted to the viral video, saying, “In times when decency was still a thing, this would have been done behind closed doors, and I wouldn’t have had any problem with it. Why the heck is this on camera?

To tell you and me that opportunity is not in any way associated with equity or equality”.

Another netizen wrote, “Very funny. Coming from someone who was on radio gold back then, ranting about the same thing being perpetuated by politicians”.

“What is sensational here? This isn’t a new norm, nor is it a wayward step to take. Probably the digital equivalent is what might be trending, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong here, and stop making good look like it’s not. Meanwhile, we have seen what your party did”, one more netizen added.

Additionally, an X user wrote, “You guys don’t know what the MPs go through when it comes to employment issues in the constituency. That’s the best, which will serve as a reminder in case they start lying that he doesn’t get his constituent employment”.

“These guys did not do any interview, what dey bore me sef be say de employer sef know see dema faces b4. Governance is too cheap in Ghana. At least I am expecting NDC to elevate the bar small, but it seems the pigs will always return to dirt after cleaning them- politicians”, an X user added.

Alhassan Suhuyini comes at a time when NDC executives and presidential staffers have been talking about their grassroots.

Presidential Staffer, Beatrice Annangfio, appealed to grassroots members of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to remain calm over delays in appointments.

Speaking on GH Today, she stated, “I keep saying that we have a nation to build – a nation where every citizen will be happy. We also have a party, which serves as a vehicle to help us build that nation and remain in power. It is, therefore, important that the fine balance between the nation and the party is not lost on us. There must be a deliberate and calculated effort to ensure that both the state and the party benefit”.

“Personally, I respond to every text message and answer every call. Sometimes, you meet someone who says, ‘I called you, you didn’t pick up,’ or ‘I sent you a message,’ only to realise they never actually did. As I sit here speaking to you, I have 42 missed calls,” she explained.

She added, “If you visit me on an ordinary day in my office, you’ll see people coming in and out constantly. When they leave, they may not call again, but later around 10 p.m., they send text messages, usually just to empathise with me. So I want to plead with my party members to understand that no one is deliberately neglecting them”.

“People will always come back. I have worked with many individuals during the campaign, and I cannot close my doors to them because, in the next campaign, I might need to work with them again. Some people just don’t know what to say yet, so we must all be patient,” she said.

Also, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged party members to remain in touch with the electorate.

Speaking during his Thank You Tour, Asiedu Nketia stated, “For some time now, we’ve missed that opportunity because of WhatsApp and Facebook. We think that by communicating on social media, we are reaching everyone. But that is completely different”.

“We must reinstitute the outreach programmes that kept us connected to the people,” he said, adding: “That’s how we can explain policies better, understand their impact on lives and make the necessary adjustments early.”

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Watch Ruth Odinga introduce her Ghanian husband and sons during the funeral of Raila Odinga

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Ruth Busia Adhiambo Odinga, a Kenyan politician and the women’s representative for Kisumu County in the National Assembly, has introduced her Ghanian husband and sons during the funeral of Raila Odinga.

Ruth Odinga is a member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the daughter of Jaramogi Odinga, the first vice president of Kenya.

She is also the sister of both former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and Oburu Odinga.

Speaking at the funeral service of Raila Odinga in Bondo, Ruth Odinga stated, “Many of you do not know I have a right hand, my right hand is here today”.

The husband speaking to the crowd stated, “ I am pleased to be here with special greetings from Ghana and the Busia family and the royal family of Wenchi, to the great man who is lying down there, and I am so pleased to be here, a man who stood for Justice, for the whole of Africa, I am please to be part of this process saying a farewell to one of our finest and greetsest.

He further described Raila Odinga as a “fine person, with the finer mission, and finest mission and a finer vision of our continent”.

Ruth Odinga later introduced her two sons, who later spoke briefly to the people gathered a the funeral service of Raila Odinga in Bondo.

Meanwhile, the former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga died at the age of 80.

According to a source in Odinga’s office revealed to Reuters on Wednesday, October 15, without giving further details.

An Indian newspaper, Mathrubhumi, had earlier reported that Odinga suffered a cardiac arrest on Wednesday and was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The late Raila Odinga was undergoing treatment in the southern Indian city of Kochi.

The late Odinga was one of Kenya’s most prominent political figures.

His political career spans decades of democracy activism and five unsuccessful, yet fiercely contested, presidential bids.

Raila Odinga, as an opposition leader, lost all five of his presidential campaigns, with two of the votes leading to chaotic bouts of bloodletting and recrimination a decade apart, which marked his political legacy.

Odinga led mass protests following the disputed 2007 Election, which plunged Kenya into one of its most serious episodes of political violence since gaining independence.

The bloodshed resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,300 people and displaced hundreds of thousands from their homes.

However, his work as a democracy activist over the years helped seal two of the country’s most important reforms: multiparty democracy in 1991 and a new constitution in 2010.

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Police bust three in connection with Sakumono celebrity Golf Club shooting

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Police bust three in connection with Sakumono celebrity Golf Club shooting

The Sakumono District Police Command has picked up three individuals in connection with the Sakumono Celebrity Golf Club shooting.

The three suspects have been identified as Abubakar Mohammed, 28, Eric Asare, 23, and Felix Darko, 48.

On October 18, 2025, the three were apprehended following reports of gunfire at a construction site linked to one of the club’s executives.

A statement by the Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region, Superintendent Juliana Obeng, revealed that the three suspects falsely claimed to be National Security operatives following preliminary investigations.

The three are said to have stormed the site and unlawfully discharged firearms damage to parts of the property.

According to the Police, the attack is linked to an ongoing land dispute involving individuals associated with the Nungua Traditional Council.

The three suspects are in police police custody and assisting investigations.

In related crime news, Isaac Arhin, a 27-year-old bus conductor, has confessed to the heinous crime of killing an innocent woman who could be described as a “good Samaritan” unprovoked in her own house.

The chilling details, as recounted by Isaac, have it that he used a pestle to hit the elderly woman’s neck and wrapped her face and head in black polythene after the helpless woman pleaded with him to spare her life.

“I hit her with a pestle, and blood started coming out of her nose. She was an elderly person who was very weak and helpless. She begged me to spare her life so she could give me whatever money I wanted. I cannot sleep now. I have nightmares of the woman begging me to spare her life. I also had dreams where the woman asked me to confess that my master (Evans) is innocent. I have confessed several times, but the police officers are not taking me seriously. I can’t sleep now. The CID officer asked me whether the woman had offended.” Isaac said.

“ I admit I killed the woman alone. I don’t even understand why I did that, because she was taking really good care of me. I wanted to steal some money. After killing her, I stole GHC1500. I knew her mobile money PIN code because she used to send me on errands.” He added, confessing to the Crime Check Foundation’s Ibrahim.

After Isaac was arrested by the Kasoa police and beaten to a pulp to confess who his accomplices were, he named his former master, Evans Mensah, who worked as a bus driver.

Apparently, Isaac implicated his former boss as a way of paying him back for how he manhandled him.

“I implicated Evans Mensah because of the way he treated me when we lived together. I was his bus conductor, and he used to slap me; that’s why I hated and implicated him. He insulted me and threw my belongings out. But he is innocent and has nothing to do with this; the woman has been haunting me in dreams to confess to Evans’ innocence.”

“Regina’s current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse root of our problem” – Ned Nwoko

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“Regina’s current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse root of our problem” – Ned Nwoko

Ned Nwoko, a billionaire politician and businessman, has broken his silence following an alleged domestic violence scandal levelled against him by his actress wife, Regina Daniels.

The Senator’s comments follow a viral video showing his wife, actress Regina Daniels, in distress.

According to Ned Nwoko, Regina Daniels’ current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the root of their problem.

In a post shared with a short video on his Instagram handle #princenednwoko on Sunday, he wrote, “Regina was not always like this. Her current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the root of our problem.

“She must continue her rehabilitation programme, or I fear for her life and safety,” he wrote.

Ned Nwoko further alleged that his wife, Regina, was on a violent rampage while he was not at home, attacking staff and destroying property

He added, “She slapped and hit three staff in the past 48 hours and destroyed property, including cars and windows, for no just cause.

“Now she has moved to a place where she will have unrestricted access to drugs,” the senator alleged

Nwoko also revealed he had offered his wife two rehabilitation options in Asokoro or Jordan, “where she will not have access to drugs.”

He added, “While I took Moon to the hospital, a scene of chaos unfolded at home, orchestrated by Sammy, Regina’s main drug supplier.

“Another known supplier of drugs to Regina is the tiny evil devil called Ann,” he alleged.

Meanwhile, a viral video online also captured Regina Daniel, visibly agitated and shouting during a confrontation, which has ignited rumours and concerns.

Regina, in the footage, stated, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my own house, I am a Queen. Not again. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much”.

Ojeogwu Samuel Danhillman, popularly known as Sammy West, the brother of Regina, also wrote, “Anywhere wey man dey beat woman, whether na my sister or not, I go fight with my blood”.

However, the cause of the altercation remains unclear.

Regina Daniels and Ned’s marriage has long drawn public attention and debate following the huge age gap between the two couples.

The actress’s representative is yet to issue an official response to the husband’s claims.

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“My brother gave birth to 11 children with four women” – Lumba’s sister

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“My brother gave birth to 11 children with four women” – Lumba’s sister

Ernestina Akosua Brimpomaa Fosu, the elder sister of the late Daddy Lumba, has revealed her brother had 11 children with four different women.

She debunked earlier claims from Akosua Serwaa, who suggested Daddy Lumba had 17 children.

Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz, Ernestina Akosua Brimpomaa Fosu stated, “My brother gave birth to 11 children with four women. Two of the women are now married to other men. Some of the children are in Canada, and they are older.

“Some of the children are still in school, until his demise, he used to send money to his children in Germany”.

She further touched on the ongoing brouhaha regarding funeral arrangements and the cultural rites of Daddy Lumba.

“Akosua Serwaa told the family at a meeting that she wanted to be the only woman who would perform the widowhood rites as demanded by culture. As for me, I did not see anything wrong with her request because I know her as my brother’s legal wife,” she explained.

She lamented, “They wanted to do the funeral without me, Akosua Serwaa and his children, who are abroad”.

“For someone like Charles, he cannot die just like that. He is my brother, and his death has really affected me.

“We used to do everything together. However, when he passed, people were just thinking about his properties. I need to know the actual cause of death before we bury my brother,” she said emotionally.

Meanwhile, the lawyer for Akosua Serwaa’s lawyer, William Kusi, has quizzed Ghanaians about whether a slay queen can be a widow or perform widowhood rites.

William Kusi questioned Odo Broni’s legitimacy, referring to her as a  “slay queen”.

In a viral video shortly after court proceedings, amidst the legal dispute over Daddy Lumba’s widowhood rights, Akosua Serwaa’s lawyer speaking to the media stated, “I ask, can a slay queen be a widow? I’m asking the Akans, can a slay queen perform widowhood rites? So slayqueens and people who snatch other women’s husbands have no business with widowhood rites.”

“Akosuah Serwaa is at peace; she has no problem with anybody. If you even check social media, the people sympathising with Akosua Serwaa are a lot. Anyone who is not a slay queen supports her,” he stated.

Also, the legal team of Daddy Lumba’s wife, Akosua Serwaa, has issued a press release warning the family head of the late musician, Abusuapanin Kofi Owusu, and his associates.

On October 16, 2025, a statement signed by the Fosuh family, Akosua Serwaa, mentioned that the body of the late highlife legend must remain at the Transition Funeral Home in Haatso until the court gives its final ruling on the legal dispute.

Parts of the statement read, “Pending the court’s final determination, no person or group, including Mr Kofi Owusu (the Abusua Panyin) and his associates, has the lawful right to claim or remove the body of the deceased from the Transition Funeral Home in Haatso, Accra. Any such act would amount to a violation of ongoing court proceedings and could attract serious legal consequences”.

“The Fosuh family remains confident that the rule of law will prevail and that the dignity of the late Mr Charles Fosuh will be protected. They also believe that the outcome of this case will serve as an important legal precedent, reinforcing the rights of lawful spouses and women in similar situations across Ghana,” the statement added.

In related news, the High Court in Kumasi has adjourned the hearing of an injunction application filed by Akosua Serwaa, the wife of the late Daddy Lumba, to October 28.

The case was presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur.

Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, the wife of the late Daddy Lumba, is seeking a court injunction to halt the funeral, demanding recognition as the sole legal widow and the right to perform traditional rites.

According to court documents, her legal team is contesting the legitimacy of the arrangements, arguing that they were made without her knowledge, consent, or involvement.

“PRAYING this Honourable Court for an Order restraining the Defendants, their agents, assigns, workmen, etc., from either collecting the body of the late CHARLES KWADWO FOSU a.k.a. DADDY LUMBA from the morgue and performing the burial and final funeral rites of the deceased, upon the grounds set out in the accompanying Affidavit,” the writ stated.

However, the Lawyers for the Fosu Royal Family of Parkoso and Nsuta have told Akosua Serwah that Daddy Lumba’s family only recognises Priscilla Ofori, also known as Odo Broni, as the wife of the musician.

According to the lawyers, Akosua Serwaa refused to relocate to Ghana some 15 years with Daddy Lumba for medical treatment.

The Lawyers further revealed that Akosua Serwaa wrote to Daddy Lumba of her intentions to initiate a divorce, and even presented Lumba’s drinks to his family, signifying the dissolution of their marriage.

“If elected President, I will make time to regularly engage with NPP’s grassroots” – Bawumia

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“If elected President, I will make time to regularly engage with NPP’s grassroots” – Bawumia

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, has vowed to regularly engage with the party’s grassroots if elected president of Ghana.

The former vice president pledged to make grassroots participation a central part of his presidency by holding annual constituency meetings.

According to him, as the President, he would bring governance closer to the people through direct and consistent grassroots engagement.

Speaking to delegates on the first day of his tour of the Bono Region, where he visited the Banda, Tain, and Wenchi constituencies, Dr Bawumia stated, “If I am elected President, I will make time to regularly engage with the party’s grassroots”.

“Just as former President Kufuor did, I will dedicate at least one day each year to meet directly with members at the constituency level through town-hall-style meetings.”

“These interactions will allow me to listen to your concerns firsthand and work on them. This is how we will stay connected, and I will ensure that as President, your voices are heard and your issues are addressed.”

Also, in an earlier engagement, Dr Bawumia promised to introduce a constituency-based budgeting framework under his leadership.

According to Bawumia, the new proposal will overhaul Ghana’s budgeting system, which will be a more local approach to development financing.

Speaking to some NPP members in the Ashanti Region on Thursday, September 11, 2025, Dr Bawumia explained, “I am bringing a new idea to Ghana. I want to transform our current framework into a constituency-based budgeting framework.

With this, every constituency will be featured in the budget, and the management of that budget will come at the constituency level”.

Dr Bawumia highlighted that the proposed system would ensure development funds and contracts are directly tied to constituencies, which will enhance transparency, accountability, and impact.

“So, when we are awarding a contract, you will know that it is coming straight to your constituency so that you manage it from there. That will help elevate each constituency to drive development for all of us,” Dr Bawumia asserted.

Additionally, Dr Bawumia has appealed to party delegates not to punish him for the sins of another person. 

According to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, he does not have any issues with any delegates, so they should not attach anyone’s issues to him to destroy him.

Speaking to some NPP delegates, Dr Mahamaudu Bawumia stated, “I want all of you to know, I am the one on the ballot; it is not someone else. Maybe someone has made a mistake against you who is part of my campaign team, don’t let your hatred for him be attached to me, I don’t have anyone issues with you.

Don’t let anyone’s problem be attached to me. If you vote for me, I will come and help you. So, I am begging you, don’t let anyone issues be attached to me to destroy my life. So, give me your vote. I do not have any issue with you. I thank you”, he added.

Officer who slashed ear of innocent pregnant lady promoted by Ghana Police 

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Officer who slashed ear of innocent pregnant lady promoted by Ghana Police 

A police officer with the Ghana Police Service, Clement Suputour, who beat and slashed part of the ear of an innocent pregnant young lady has been promoted to higher ranks Ghana Police Service.

This according to  Crime Check Foundation, an advocacy and philanthropic non-governmental organization (NGO)led by Ibrahim Oppong Kwarteng. 

“It is very shocking to that Clement Suputour is walking as a free let alone to even talk of promotion. The Pregnant young lady[Judith Yaa Kumah] was the police station to visit her boyfriend who was arrested. She was later took in for questioning and beaten to pulp by Suputour, slashing part of the ears” Mr Akwarteng lamented. 

Mr Kwarteng who was visibly disappointed in the called the service and President of Ghana not to tarnish the human rights reputation of the country.

The unfortunate incident happened last year February 29, 2024, when Kumah was arrested on when she went to the Community One Police Station to visit her boyfriend, who had been arrested but was herself detained.

She was then transferred to the Community Eight Police Station, where Corporal Clement Suputour allegedly attempted to forcibly extract a confession from her.

Despite not being informed of the reason for her arrest or her right to a lawyer, she was questioned about the whereabouts of an individual involved in a crime, which she denied knowing.

During the interrogation, Suputour allegedly cut off the upper part of Judith’s right ear using a metal object.

However, instead of receiving medical care, she was offered marijuana by the officer to alleviate her pain, which she rejected.

After being ordered by a senior officer, Suputour took Judith to the Community Two Police Clinic, which lacked the necessary medical equipment to treat her injuries.

The severed part of her ear was reportedly not kept and has since gone missing.

At the clinic, it was also discovered that Judith was pregnant, but Suputour showed no concern for her condition and instead returned her to the police station for further interrogation.

During her continued detention, Kumah was accused of being involved in a car robbery and was allegedly identified as a woman in CCTV footage related to the robbery.

Suputour then coerced her into signing a confession and threatened to cut off her other ear if she did not comply.

Despite the allegation, when taken to the crime scene, security officers did not identify her, nor was she recognized during an identification parade.

Kumah was eventually charged, but the prosecution failed to present the CCTV footage as evidence in court, leading to her discharge.

Judith Yaa Kumah , has since has filed a lawsuit seeking GH¢15 million in damages for human rights violations.

Her lawyer, Mr Andrew Khartey, has sued the Ghana Police Service (GPS), Corporal Clement Suputour (the officer involved), and the Attorney General (AG) as the legal representative of the government.

Kumah is seeking GH¢6 million for human rights violations committed by the GPS and its employees, plus an additional GH¢3 million for false arrest, assault, and battery.

She is also claiming GH¢3 million for negligence by the GPS and another GH¢3 million for violations of her fundamental rights and the torturous acts she suffered.

“I killed her because of GHC1500” – Kasoa-based man confesses to murder of “good samaritan”

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“I killed her because of GHC1500” – Kasoa-based man confesses to murder of “good samaritan”

Sad story reaching ghnow.com this afternoon reveals some chilling details of a gruesome murder of a 57-year-old woman based in Kasoa in the Central Region of Ghana.

Isaac Arhin, a 27-year-old bus conductor has confessed to the heinous crime of killing an innocent woman who could be described as a “good Samaritan” unprovoked in her own house.

The chilling details as recounted by Isaac has it that he used a pestle to hit the elderly woman’s neck and wrapped her face and head in black polythene after the helpless woman pleaded with him to spare her life.

“I hit her with a pestle and blood started coming out of the nose. She was an elderly person and was very weak and helpless. She begged me to spare her life so she could give me whatever money I wanted. I cannot sleep now. I have nightmares of the woman begging me to spare her life. I also had dreams where the woman asked me to confess that my master (Evans) is innocent. I have confessed several times but the police officers are not taking me seriously. I can’t sleep now. The CID officer asked me whether the woman offended.” Isaac said.

“ I admit I killed the woman alone, I don’t even understand why I did that because she was taking really good care of me. I wanted to steal some money. After killing her, I stole GHC1500. I knew her mobile money PIN code because she used to send me on errands.” He added, confessing to Crime Check Foundation’s Ibrahim.

After Isaac was arrested by the Kasoa police and beaten to a pulp to confess who his accomplices were, he named his former master Evans Mensah who worked as a bus driver.

Apparently Isaac implicated his former boss as a way of paying him back for how he manhandled him.

“I implicated Evans Mensah because of the way he treated me when we lived together. I was his bus conductor and he used to slap me that’s why I hated and implicated him. He insulted me and threw my belongings out. But he is innocent and has nothing to do with this, the woman has been haunting me in dreams to confess to Evans’ innocence.”

But speaking from jail to Crime Check Foundation, Evans Mensah, Isaac’s former boss explained why he disciplined Isaac, but he fled their house.

According to Evans Mensah, Isaac had gone to have an affair with a 13-year-old girl in the bus. The girl’s father called to confront him only to discover that it was Isaac.

“I am a sprinter driver from Assin Fosu. One day, a man called me accusing me of having sex with a minor in the car. I later discovered it was Isaac who had sex with a 13-year-old in the car. Truthfully, I beat him severely. I didn’t even have money to take the 13-year-old girl to the hospital so I pleaded with the girl’s father to give me some time to raise the money for the hospital. When I was busy trying to raise the money to pay the hospital expenses, he(Isaac) absconded from the house. I’m really suffering here in jail. I voluntarily reported myself to the police after Isaac implicated me so I could clear my name. When I got to the police station, the police really beat me to a pulp. I really need help to be free from jail.” Evans said.

He appealed to Ghanaians to help free him from jail for his innocence.

“I ask, can a slay queen be a widow?” – Akosua Serwaa’s lawyer quizzes

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“I ask, can a slay queen be a widow?” – Akosua Serwaa’s lawyer quizzes

The lawyer for Akosua Serwaa’s lawyer, William Kusi, has quizzed Ghanaians about whether a slay queen can be a widow or perform widowhood rites.

William Kusi questioned Odo Broni’s legitimacy, referring to her as a  “slay queen”.

In a viral video shortly after court proceedings, amidst the legal dispute over Daddy Lumba’s widowhood rights, Akosua Serwaa’s lawyer speaking to the media stated, “I ask, can a slay queen be a widow? I’m asking the Akans, can a slay queen perform widowhood rites? So slayqueens and people who snatch other women’s husbands have no business with widowhood rites.”

“Akosuah Serwaa is at peace; she has no problem with anybody. If you even check social media, the people sympathising with Akosua Serwaa are a lot. Anyone who is not a slay queen supports her,” he stated.

Also, the legal team of Daddy Lumba’s wife, Akosua Serwaa, has issued a press release warning the family head of the late musician, Abusuapanin Kofi Owusu, and his associates.

On October 16, 2025, a statement signed by the Fosuh family, Akosua Serwaa, mentioned that the body of the late highlife legend must remain at the Transition Funeral Home in Haatso until the court gives its final ruling on the legal dispute.

Parts of the statement read, “Pending the court’s final determination, no person or group, including Mr Kofi Owusu (the Abusua Panyin) and his associates, has the lawful right to claim or remove the body of the deceased from the Transition Funeral Home in Haatso, Accra. Any such act would amount to a violation of ongoing court proceedings and could attract serious legal consequences”.

“The Fosuh family remains confident that the rule of law will prevail and that the dignity of the late Mr Charles Fosuh will be protected. They also believe that the outcome of this case will serve as an important legal precedent, reinforcing the rights of lawful spouses and women in similar situations across Ghana,” the statement added.

In related news, the High Court in Kumasi has adjourned the hearing of an injunction application filed by Akosua Serwaa, the wife of the late Daddy Lumba, to October 28.

The case was presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur.

Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, the wife of the late Daddy Lumba, is seeking a court injunction to halt the funeral, demanding recognition as the sole legal widow and the right to perform traditional rites.

According to court documents, her legal team is contesting the legitimacy of the arrangements, arguing that they were made without her knowledge, consent, or involvement.

“PRAYING this Honourable Court for an Order restraining the Defendants, their agents, assigns, workmen, etc., from either collecting the body of the late CHARLES KWADWO FOSU a.k.a. DADDY LUMBA from the morgue and performing the burial and final funeral rites of the deceased, upon the grounds set out in the accompanying Affidavit,” the writ stated.

However, the Lawyers for the Fosu Royal Family of Parkoso and Nsuta have told Akosua Serwah that Daddy Lumba’s family only recognises Priscilla Ofori, also known as Odo Broni, as the wife of the musician.

According to the lawyers, Akosua Serwaa refused to relocate to Ghana some 15 years with Daddy Lumba for medical treatment.

The Lawyers further revealed that Akosua Serwaa wrote to Daddy Lumba of her intentions to initiate a divorce, and even presented Lumba’s drinks to his family, signifying the dissolution of their marriage.

In a new twist, a sister of the deceased Charles Kwadwo Fosu, also known as Daddy Lumba, Ernestina Fosu and his German-based wifeAkosua Serwaa, are demanding an independent probe into his death.

According to the two women, they are demanding a probe into Daddy Lumba’s demise following the inconsistencies in narrations around his death.

Meanwhile, the children of Daddy Lumba with Akosua Serwaa Fosuh have distanced themselves from their mother’s lawsuit concerning their late father’s funeral and burial arrangements.

One of the children, Charlyn Fosuh, on behalf of the siblings with Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, in a statement, stated, “It has come to our attention that there is an ongoing court process regarding the funeral and burial arrangements of our beloved father, the late Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba”.

“We, the children of Akosua Serwaa and Daddy Lumba, wish to clarify that and that we do not wish to be involved in any disputes or conflicts surrounding the funeral arrangements,” it further indicates.

The children added that their only wish give their father a “dignified, respectful, and peaceful manner, befitting his remarkable life and contributions.”

They urged the media to be measured in their communication.

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“Wontumi going through more than what Job went through in the Bible” – Paul Yandoh cries out

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“Wontumi going through more than what Job went through in the Bible” – Paul Yandoh cries out

Paul Yandoh, the Ashanti Regional Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party(NPP), has cried out that the Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is going through a lot at the hands of the NDC government.

According to Paul Yandoh, the government has frozen the Mobile Money account of the party’s Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

He claimed the move is an attempt to frustrate Chairman Wontumi, who is facing multiple charges related to illegal mining activities.

He further highlighted that what Wontumi is going through is more than what Job went through in the Bible.

Speaking on Wontumi TV on Friday, October 17, 2025, Paul Yandoh lamented, “… Do you know that Chairman Wontumi’s Mobile Money wallet has been frozen? He cannot send nor receive money.

What Wontumi is going through is more than what Job went through in the Bible. This must be condemned by Ghanaians”.  

Also, Chairman Wontumi had earlier revealed that the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) had seized 15 of his luxury cars.

It will be recalled that Wontumi was arrested by EOCO following a visit to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters on Tuesday, May 27, shortly after leaving the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters in Accra.

Justice Srem-Sai later revealed that Wontumi is also being investigated for an International organised crime scheme.

The Deputy Attorney General noted that EOCO is assiduously working with our international law enforcement partners on the second strand of criminal investigations.

According to Justice Srem-Sai, the ongoing investigation is being handled by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), with asset recovery efforts already underway to secure suspected proceeds of crime.

Chairman Wontumi was released from EOCO custody on June 2, after meeting his bail GHS50 million conditions.

According to Chairman Wontumi, EOCO has seized his vehicle for no reason.

Speaking in an interview on Adom FM on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Chairman Wontumi stated, “I have been quiet. As we are talking now, 15 of my cars have been confiscated by EOCO. I bought all the cars from Bright (sic). Bright (sic) is close to the NPP office at Asylum Down.

“He has the right registration. He paid the port fees and everything. My Bentley, Rolls-Royce, my Land Cruiser (have been taken), but I have been quiet because I don’t want to be talking about my own issues,” he said.

He added, “I want to end this conversation here. One day, God will speak for me.”

Meanwhile, Wontumi has been released from police custody after three nights.

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) released comes after he fulfilled bail conditions amounting to GH₵25 million imposed across two separate illegal mining cases.

Wontumi, on Tuesday, October 7, was granted a ₵25 million bail by the Criminal Division of the Accra High Court in connection with two separate cases relating to alleged illegal mining.

Wontumi’s next hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025.

“NPP made a tragic mistake in letting Alan Kyerematen leave” – Inusah Fuseini

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“NPP made a tragic mistake in letting Alan Kyerematen leave” – Inusah Fuseini

Inusah Fuseini, the former Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, has weighed in on Alan Kyerematen’s rebranding of his Movement for Change into a full-blown political party.

Recall Alan Kyerematen, after the NPP’s primary defeat, left to form the Movement for Change to contest the 2024 general election as an independent candidate.

According to Inusah Fuseini, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) made a tragic mistake in letting Alan Kyerematen leave the party.

He emphasised that if Alan’s United Party grows strong and formidable, that could signal the demise of the NPP.

Inusah Fuseini is quoted by TV3 to have said, The NPP made a tragic mistake by letting Alan Kyerematen leave their party. In my view, if the United Party grows strong and formidable, that will signal the demise of the NPP”.

His comments come on the heels of Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, who has officially rebranded his Movement for Change to the United Party (UP Plus).

The rebranding was revealed in a ceremony in Accra on Thursday, October 16, 2025, signalled a fresh start and paid tribute to a name of historical significance in Ghanaian politics.

Speaking at the official unveiling of UP Plus, party Chairman Abubakar Saddique Boniface, National Chairman of the United Party (UP), stated, “Today, we present to you the United Party or UP Plus.  The UP Plus is a political organisation meant to bring real change to governance.

“We will make a difference because of our focus on universal values and respect for the leadership of competence. We are not just taking people to lead us, but people who are credible, competent, and have a vision,” he stated.

Alhaji Abubakar Saddique Boniface further rejected the NPP’s amnesty to return to the party.

He stated, “We were sacked from the NPP, but now they want to grant us amnesty? We will not go back”.

“We were sacked. But today they claim they are giving us amnesty. What does amnesty mean? What crime did our leader commit? What crime did I commit in the NPP for you to sack me? And today you are telling me you are giving me amnesty. No way,” he said.

He further drew a comparison to their situation with that of Islamic marriage, “When you divorce a woman three times in Islam, she’s no longer your wife until kingdom come,” he added, amid applause”.

Alan Kyerematen, the Leader of the United Party also stated, “The vision of the United Party is to make Ghana the economic powerhouse of Africa by 2040”.

“A new dawn that will bring about economic transformation, which will translate into massive job opportunities, usher in a golden age of business, and create prosperity for our country, Ghana

“A new dawn that will mobilise the collective strengths and talents of all Ghanaians for national development, irrespective of age, ethnicity, religion, or political affiliation.

“A new dawn that will promote accountable and transparent governance and introduce a policy of zero tolerance for corruption. A new dawn that will at least protect the environment and promote sustainable development. Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, this is what underpins the establishment of the United Party,” he said.

Alan Kyerematen, United Party, has also received its registration certificate from the Electoral Commission on October 3, 2025, formally cementing its new identity.

The rebranding marks a new chapter for the former Trade and Industry Minister’s political ambition as he seeks to end the dominance of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

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“Ghana is not poor, but poor in leadership” – Ken Agyapong 

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“Ghana is not poor, but poor in leadership” – Ken Agyapong 

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Agyapong, has said Ghana is not poor but poor in leadership.

He asserted that in Ghana, the same people come around telling us to vote for them, but have failed to deliver.

Speaking in a recent interview in the Upper West Region, Ken Agyapong stated, “You are not poor; you are poor in leadership. And these same people will come and tell you, ‘Vote for Mr A,’ and they cannot change your life.

Kennedy Agyapong emphasised that Ghana need a businessman who will come and create industries.

He added, “You need a businessman who will come and create industries, at least in the five northern regions. I’m going to move two ministries to the five northern regions. The first one, I know, will go to Tamale — because of the Tamale Airport. And I’m sure, because you have the airstrip (Upper West Region), whatever you have here, we have to turn it into a proper airport so that we can send our produce to the European market, UK market, and the rest with cargo planes”.

He further heaped praises on the President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, for the development he is bringing to his country.

“We are closer to Burkina. Go and see what the young man is doing. Are you saying he’s a better human being than us? No, but he loves his country, that is all. He’s sacrificing his life for Burkina Faso. Do we have the same people here?” he quizzed.

In related news, Kennedy Agyapong has boldly declared he will not apologise to any fake pastor he criticised in the past.

The former lawmaker emphasised that his actions in the past were to correct some pastors’ wrongdoing within the church.

According to Ken Agyapong, his confrontations helped to correct certain misconduct among some pastors he claimed were allegedly duping church members.

Speaking to members of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church over the weekend, Mr Agyapong explained, “Someone said I should apologise to some of the pastors I spoke against. But I said that if I apologise to them, it means I won’t lead the country truthfully if I become president.

Some of these pastors have come to my house to apologise. If they had done the right thing, would they have sent people to my house to apologise?” he quizzed.

Mr Agyapong further added, “One of them was doing an illegal connection, and I made sure the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) disconnected the lights until he paid his bills.

Another one had taken someone’s property, and I ensured the property was returned to its rightful owner. So, it is not today or tomorrow that I will apologise to any fake pastor. And it is not because I want to be president that I will go and apologise. I am not an antichrist, I believe in God”, he added.

Recall that Kennedy Agyapong in the past launched a crusade to expose what he described as fake pastors in Ghana.

Mr Agyapong’s on his Hot Seat show on Net 2 TV targeted Prophet Nigel Gaisie, leader of Prophetic Hill Chapel, and Bishop Daniel Obinim, founder and leader of International God’s Way Church, and other men of God he claimed were fake.

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