President Akufo-Addo suspends SML-GRA contract, directs audit, KPMG to complete in two weeks
Ghana’s President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has ordered an audit into the contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML). Accordingly, KPMG, an Audit, Tax and Advisory Services firm, has been appointed to conduct an audit into the transaction, which was entered into to enhance revenue assurance in the downstream petroleum […]
Joseph Osei Djaba officially declares Candidacy for New Juaben North Parliamentary Seat
By: Celestine Avi Renowned philanthropist and Chief Executive Officer of Djaba Foundation, Mr. Joseph Osei Djaba, has officially thrown his hat into the ring to vie for the New Juaben North Constituency Parliamentary seat in the Eastern Region. As the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) hopeful candidate, Joseph Osei Djaba recently submitted his nomination forms at […]
Cook-A-Thon: VEEP Bawumia optimistic chef Failatu will break the record and set new one
By Seli Baisie Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia has expressed optimism about Ghanaian chef Failatu Abdul-Razak’s attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest solo cooking session. Failatu is set to cook continuously from Monday, January 1, to Friday, January 5, 2024, aiming to surpass 120 hours. The current record, achieved by Alan Fisher from […]
Biting Poverty Leaves Mother & Kids In The Open
By Napoleon Ato Kittoe Scenes like this are common in Ghana. A poor woman sleeping under a bridge with her kids by her side. One of the kids who was asleep had coiled her body for warmth, while the second kid was busy looking for something, perhaps food which was unavailable at that material moment. […]
Black Stars arrive in Kumasi ahead of AFCON 2023 preparation
By Nana Kwame Bediako Black Stars have touched down in the Garden City of Kumasi to begin camping ahead of their big tournament (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. On Monday, 1st January, 2024, the team released its final 27-man squad to compete in the Africa Cup of Nations, which raised some eyebrows about some important players […]
Bizarre Captivation
By Napoleon Ato Kittoe This lady was spotted in Accra. She wore a brightly-coloured hairstyle that turned heads and eyeballs. She was the scene to behold as her flamboyant style kept men talking. Apparently dazzled by the sight of the woman, the men could be seen pouring attention, and giggling. Madam charming feigned a deaf […]
Five New Year Babies Born At Korle Bu
A total of five babies were born at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) on New Year’s Day, comprising four females and a male. Ms Sylvia Akrong, a Senior Midwifery Officer, at the Maternity Department of KBTH, told the Ghana News Agency that three babies were delivered through Caesarean Section (CS) and 2 babies through […]
Lee Jae-myung: South Korea opposition leader stabbed in neck on visit to Busan
South Korea’s opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has been stabbed in the neck during a visit to the city of Busan. Mr Lee, who narrowly lost the 2022 presidential election, sustained a 1cm laceration on the left side of his neck, reports said. He was airlifted to hospital. Doctors say the wound is not life-threatening. The […]
Two arrested over death of Ugandan Olympic athlete
Police in Kenya have arrested two suspects believed to have been involved in the death of Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat on Sunday. The athlete, who has represented Uganda at three Olympic Games, was found dead in his car near the Kenyan town of Eldoret. Stephen Okal, a local senior police commander, said the suspects were […]
We are yet to submit evidence of record-breaking attempt – Afua Asantewaa
Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum, the Ghanaian who attempted to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest singing time by an individual, has stated that her team is yet to submit her official attempt for recognition. She explained that the judges and technical team have finalised their works and will soon submit them for […]
