Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye recieving the award on behalf of President Mahama
The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) hosted its prestigious Golden Jubilee Soiree on Saturday, November 29, at the Labadi Beach Hotel, under the distinguished auspices of the Ga Mantse, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, represented by Nii Adote Odaawulu I- Sempe Akweiman Mantse & Paramount Muslim Akwashongtse.
During the event, MUSIGA conferred a special award upon President John Dramani Mahama in recognition of his unwavering support for Ghana’s creative industries, particularly the music sector. The award was received by Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo.
The award citation, presented within the Ghana Music Honours segment of the MUSIGA Golden Jubilee Soiree, acclaimed President Mahama for “Recognizing that the heart of Ghana’s Music Industry beats in the lives of its people and is secured by its institutions,” portraying him as the compassionate champion of welfare for aged and struggling musicians, whose interventions have delivered dignity and comfort to the pioneers of Ghanaian sound.
It further commended his visionary leadership in establishing the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, thereby affirming the sector’s pivotal role in national development and sustainable growth, and noted that “You have consistently invested in the humanity behind the music and the future of the art.”
Other distinguished awardees included veteran ethnomusicology Professor Edmond John Collins; former MUSIGA Presidents Agya Koo Nimo, Alhaji Sidiku Buari, Diana Hopeson and Bice (Obour) Osei Kuffour. UK-based international music and events promoter, Freddie Annan; Dr Adrian Odoi Oddoye, CEO of +233 and the Ghana Jazz Foundation; and the longest-serving MUSIGA Chairman Ben Kolaan, who retired last year, were also awarded.
The Soiree was attended by Edmond Moukala, Head of UNESCO Ghana, H.E. Thando Dalamba, South African Ambassador to Ghana; captains of industry, musicians, and stakeholders, featuring captivating performances by Obrafour, Pat Thomas, Smart Nkansah, Adane Best, Asabea Cropper, and a percussion cameo by Moukala with the Bessa Band.
A commemorative book titled “The MUSIGA Story”, chronicling MUSIGA’s 50-year journey, was auctioned, with Deputy Chief of Staff Nana Oye Bampoe securing a copy for GH¢10,000.00; additional copies were acquired by Theresa Ayoade, CEO of Charterhouse Ghana, US-based businessman Kobi Manful, and Ahotor FM, among others.
Nana Oye Bampoe assured the creative industries of robust government support to foster thriving careers, while Moukala emphasised the sector’s integral role in Ghana’s 24-hour economy and advocated for sustained investment.
This landmark celebration not only paid tribute to President Mahama on his birthday but also underscored MUSIGA’s enduring legacy and forward-looking commitment to elevating Ghana’s music and creative industries as engines of cultural and economic advancement.
The event, organised by Showbiz Africa, was supported by Stanbic Bank, Club Beer, and Telecel. Among activities of the Soiree, MUSIGA launched three of its flagship events namely; Ghana Music Honour 2026- an awards event for musicians by musicians; The MUSIGA Presidential Grand Ball and Live Band City, all major events coming up next year.
An educational technology consultant and an examiner, Ernest Ato Bentil, has revealed that some candidates writing examination insert love notes and phone numbers in their answer booklets instead of answering questions.
According to a report by 3news.com, he made this known during an interview on Connect FM on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
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“As an examiner, sometimes you will open the answer booklet and realize the candidate did not write anything. There was a time I opened the booklet of a female candidate and saw a note; she had written, ‘I’m a beautiful girl and had added her phone number to it”, he noted.
The examiner described the practice as worrying and a symptom of deeper problems within the country’s educational structure.
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“The challenge we are having in our education system currently is the foundation of the students. We must strengthen the base of our education system. Most of our students suffer in the Junior High School (JHS) levels because their foundation in the upper primary level was weak
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released provisional results for the 2025 West African Senior High School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates.
The results of 6,295 candidates have been cancelled for sending foreign materials like prepared notes, textbooks and printed materials into the examination halls.
In a statement WAEC also indicated that the subject results of 908 and the entire results of 158 candidates have been withheld for various suspected offences.
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Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Emmanuel Victor Smith
Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Emmanuel Victor Smith, has paid a working visit to Worcester, Massachusetts, to meet members of the Ghanaian community and outline key elements of President John Dramani Mahama’s agenda of Resetting the Economy.
The visit, which forms part of the Embassy’s annual public outreach programme, included engagements with three predominantly Ghanaian churches: the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Mount Zion Assembly led by Dr Jonathan Yawson; the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC) Holy Ghost Temple, led by Pastor Adu Aboagye and the Church of Pentecost Central Twi Assembly, led by Pastor Samuel Jojo Forson.
Addressing congregants at the various churches, Ambassador Smith stated that Ghana had made “significant strides in development initiatives,” positioning the country as a highly investor-friendly destination.
He said the time had come for Ghanaians in the United States to partner with institutions and businesses to drive investment back home, noting that such collaborations would “promote development and create jobs for the teeming youth.”
Ambassador Victor Smith receives credentials as Ghana’s envoy to USA
The Ambassador urged community members to return to Ghana with the skills and experience acquired abroad, stressing that they would be welcomed as “first-class citizens” ready to contribute to the national reset agenda.
He added that many African Americans were already choosing to make Ghana their home, acquiring land, building homes and establishing industries.
He encouraged the diaspora to leverage international best practices to support Ghana’s development efforts.
Touching on the mining sector, Ambassador Smith said Ghana was making substantial gains from small-scale mining, indicating that the Gold Board had realised about US$5 million within six months.
Responding to questions about Ghana’s borrowing outlook, he cited the Minister of Finance as saying the country had sufficient resources and would not be borrowing in the near term and disclosed that recent applications for visas to Ghana were unprecedented, describing it as a sign of renewed global interest in the country.
Ambassador Smith also acknowledged the “significant role” played by faith-based organisations in national development, commending their continued support for community-building and social progress.
The visit begins his series of engagements in Worcester aimed at strengthening ties with the Ghanaian diaspora and mobilising support for national development priorities.
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Safianu Usman was named as MOTM against Bechem United
Hohoe United’s Safianu Usman emerged as one of the standout performers among the NASCO Man of the Match award winners in Week 12 of the Ghana Premier League, inspiring his side to a memorable 2-1 away victory over Bechem United on Sunday, November 30.
Usman’s commanding display helped the visitors secure all three points in what proved to be a significant result for Premier League debutants.
Like all NASCO Man of the Match winners, he took home a NASCO ultrasonic humidifier as well as a steam iron.
The week’s accolades began on Saturday when Vision FC’s Nana Kusi Asante claimed the honor despite his side’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Hearts of Oak. Asante’s individual brilliance shone through even in a losing effort, earning him a NASCO TV and trophy for his efforts.
Sunday’s action produced six NASCO Man of the Match winners, with goalkeepers and defenders featuring prominently in a day dominated by stalemates. Augustine Agyapong of Berekum Chelsea earned recognition and his rewards despite a 0-0 draw with FC Samartex, while Roland Leveh stood out in Swedru All Blacks’ goalless encounter with Young Apostles FC, taking home his NASCO TV set.
Heart of Lions’ Ishmael Addo also received the award and prizes following another 0-0 result against Karela United.
In one of the weekend’s most entertaining fixtures, Lord Amoah took home the NASCO television and trophy after Asante Kotoko and Medeama played out a thrilling 2-2 draw. Meanwhile, Samuel Attah Kumi was instrumental in Bibiani Gold Stars’ 1-0 victory over Aduana Stars, earning his NASCO rewards, and Moses Author helped Basake Holy Stars secure a crucial 1-0 win against Nations FC while collecting his TV set and trophy.
The week concluded on Monday with Emmanuel Boateng earning the NASCO Man of the Match award, complete with a television set and personalized trophy, as Eleven Wonders stunned Dream FC with an impressive 2-0 away victory.
These individual honors highlight the competitive nature of the Ghana Premier League, where match-winners are emerging from various teams across the table, each taking home valuable prizes courtesy of NASCO’s continued sponsorship of the league.
The Ghana Mineworkers’ Union of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has demanded the immediate release of funds belonging to over 19,000 miners, locked up in financial institutions that collapsed during the Bank of Ghana’s 2019 financial sector clean-up.
According to the Union, the locked funds include provident fund contributions, welfare savings, personal investments, and severance packages, leaving many miners financially constrained.
At its recent National Executive Council meeting, the Union voiced disappointment in the Bank of Ghana for what it described as a failure to safeguard depositors’ savings.
General Secretary Abdul-Moomin Gbana insisted that the Central Bank must prioritise refunding the workers immediately and pursue recovery later from the assets of the defunct institutions. “Over 19,000 miners have their deposits drawn from our provident funds, welfare funds, leave savings, and individual funds, including severance packages, locked up in Bank of Ghana-regulated institutions affected by its financial sector clean-up in 2018/2019.
“We, therefore, take the uncompromising position that the Bank of Ghana must fully refund our monies to us and recover the funds paid to us from the liquidated assets of its own regulated entities,” Gbana stated.
The Union also commended the renewed progress at the Bogoso-Prestea Mine under its new operator, Heath Goldfields Ltd, urging the government to expedite the issuance of outstanding permits to avoid delays in production and processing.
“Having successfully gotten the Bogoso-Prestea Mine to operational readiness, we would like to use this opportunity to call on the Government of Ghana, through the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources and the regulatory agencies, especially the Minerals Commission and EPA, to support Heath Goldfields with all the relevant permits/licenses that would enable them to commence production and processing of gold,” the Union added.
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has condemned threats issued by the Artisanal Small-Scale Miners Association (ASSMA) in Obuasi, cautioning that the group’s one-week ultimatum to the government and AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited (AGAG) poses a serious risk to national security and the stability of the mining industry.
In a statement issued on 2 December, the Chamber said any attempt by the group to “advise themselves” outside lawful channels amounts to an act that could inflame tensions in Obuasi and undermine ongoing dialogue aimed at resolving concerns around mining concessions and security operations.
The Chamber clarified that security personnel stationed at the Obuasi Mine operate under the mandate of the National Security Council—not AGAG—and are deployed to protect a strategic national asset in line with the Minerals and Mining Act. It noted that claims suggesting mine management directs military operations against citizens are “factually incorrect.”
Addressing concerns raised by ASSMA over land access, the Chamber stated that AGAG has already relinquished about 60 percent of its original concession to the government to support community development and regulated small-scale mining. It warned that unauthorised entry into the company’s remaining fenced operational zones undermines efforts to develop a responsible community mining sector.
The statement also highlighted AGAG’s contributions to the local economy through its 10-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan and the Obuasi Community Trust Fund, emphasising that security and stability are essential to sustaining these interventions.
The Chamber further noted that AGAG is engaged in ongoing tripartite discussions with government and leadership of the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners (GNASSM) under a Framework of Understanding aligned with the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme. It described public ultimatums as counterproductive to peaceful dialogue.
Calling for action, the Chamber urged government to treat the ultimatum as a security concern, asked ASSMA leadership to return to established mediation platforms, and encouraged the media to verify claims on land and security matters to avoid fuelling tensions.
The Chamber reaffirmed its support for AngloGold Ashanti and said responsible mining in Ghana can only thrive in an atmosphere of law, order, and constructive engagement.
Mohammed Adams Sukparu has urged citizens to embrace new mobile platform to boost digitalisation
The Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, has hailed the National Investment Bank’s (NIB) launch of its mobile application and Ubuntu initiative as a significant boost to Ghana’s digitalisation agenda.
Delivering a speech at the launch of the event, the Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology emphasised that the NIB mobile app is more than just a banking tool but a gateway to financial empowerment, enabling individuals and businesses to transact seamlessly, safely, and securely.
He commended the NIB for its efforts, stating that the initiative aligns with the government’s goal of building a 24-hour economy driven entirely by technology.
He urged citizens and businesses to take advantage of the new platform, emphasising the importance of security and customer care.
“The Ubuntu initiative serves as a vital reminder that humanity and empathy must remain fundamentally at the heart of service delivery,” Sukparu said, adding that the combination of technological innovation and humanistic values will set NIB apart and establish it as a trusted partner in Ghana’s economic transformation.
In a speech read on his behalf, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, Finance Minister, commended the bank’s digital drive, noting that “innovation in financial services is critical to Ghana’s economic resilience.”
He commended NIB for aligning its digitalization agenda with Ghana’s broader economic transformation goals and called on financial institutions to align with government’s agenda for digital transformation.
He urged the bank to continue supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and contributing to the government’s vision of the 24-hour economy.
Delivering the keynote address, Ambassador Mussie Hailu, Regional Director of United Religions Initiative (URI-Africa), highlighted Ubuntu’s philosophy of togetherness.
He stressed the need to fuse digital innovation with human-centered values, stating that the initiative would “champion the values of solidarity, peace, and shared prosperity,” and position NIB as a frontrunner in socially responsible banking.
In his opening remarks, Odeneho Dr Affram Brempong III, Omanhene of the Suma Traditional Area and Member of the Council of State commended NIB for its remarkable progress and urged stakeholders to embrace digital transformation as a pathway to inclusive growth.
He noted that banking was rapidly shifting from “bricks and mortar” to digital platforms, enabling customers to transact business conveniently from their phones and homes.
“I cannot even recall the last time I walked into a bank to issue a cheque,” he said, underscoring the relevance of mobile banking in today’s financial landscape.
He highlighted the bank’s turnaround performance, recalling that NIB recorded a loss of about GH¢44 million last year but had achieved a profit of about GH¢74 million by mid-year 2025.
Chief Dr Doliwura Zakaria, NIB Managing Director, said the mobile app would “offer endless possibilities” for customers, enabling seamless transactions and strengthening the bank’s digital footprint.
He said the Ubuntu initiative reflected NIB’s commitment to unity and shared progress and that the launch was not merely about introducing a mobile application but about “unveiling a new chapter in the transformation of NIB; one that blends innovation with humanity, digital strength with cultural renewal and technology with purpose.”
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THE ROUND of 64 encounter between Future Stars FC and Asante Kotoko SC in the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup has been officially moved to a new date.
Initially slated for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the match will now be played a week later, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
According to the updated fixture arrangements, the change is intended to ensure smooth coordination of the tournament and provide the best possible conditions for all competing clubs.
Stakeholders — including both teams, supporters, and competition organizers — have been urged to take note of the revised date as the MTN FA Cup progresses into another thrilling round of knockout action.
Guinea-Bissau’s electoral commission said on Tuesday it was unable to complete the November 23 presidential election process after armed men seized ballots and vote tallies from its offices, while servers storing the results were destroyed.
Army officers in the West African state seized power on November 26, a day before the electoral commission was due to announce the results of the contested election.
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“We do not have the material and logistic conditions to follow through with the electoral process,” Idrissa Djalo, a senior official of the electoral commission, said in a statement.
Buildings, including the electoral commission offices, came under attack when the army officers took power. Major-General Horta Inta-a was sworn in as the new transitional president on November 27, halting the election process.
Inta-a has promised a one-year transitional period.
Guinea-Bissau’s new military leaders have come under pressure, particularly from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regional bloc, to restore constitutional order and to allow the electoral process to resume.
A high-level delegation from the bloc, led by Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio, met with the military leaders and electoral commission officials in Bissau on Monday.
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Djalo said the commission had told the delegation that a group of unidentified armed and hooded individuals had stormed and ransacked its premises on November 26.
“They confiscated the computers of all 45 staff members who were at the commission that day,” he said, adding that all election tally sheets from the different regions were seized, and the server where the results were stored had been destroyed.
“It is impossible to complete the electoral process without the tally sheets from the regions,” Djalo said.
ECOWAS leaders, who have threatened sanctions against those disrupting the constitutional order, are set to meet on December 14 to discuss the crisis.
The tiny West African coastal nation, wedged between Senegal and Guinea, has experienced repeated instability since gaining independence from Portugal in 1974, with only one president ever completing a full term in office.
The persistent turmoil has turned the country into a key transit point for cocaine shipments from Latin America to Europe, where rival cartels compete for influence in the lucrative drug trade.
Inta-a said in his swearing-in that the coup was necessary to ward off a plot by “narco-traffickers” to “capture Guinean democracy”.
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A group of concerned Ghanaian citizens have submitted a public petition to the United States Embassy in Accra, calling for cooperation in facilitating the extradition of former Minister of Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, whom they allege is outside the country despite facing multiple financial and economic crime charges.
The petition, dated December 2, 2025, and led by private legal practitioner Professor Stephen Kwaku Asare, popularly known as Kwaku Azar, urges the US Embassy to support ongoing legal proceedings by helping Ghanaian authorities confirm Ofori-Atta’s whereabouts.
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The group also wants the US Embassy to facilitate collaboration between the two countries on any formal extradition efforts.
According to the petitioners, the former minister’s absence is “delaying the criminal process and undermining our country’s fight against corruption and economic wrongdoing.”
“We, concerned citizens of Ghana, respectfully call on the United States Embassy in Accra to cooperate with Ghanaian authorities to facilitate the extradition of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, who has now been formally charged with multiple financial and economic crimes.
“Mr Ofori-Atta is currently outside Ghana. His absence is delaying the criminal process and undermining our country’s fight against corruption and economic wrongdoing,” portions of the petition read.
They argued that Ghana and the United States share long-standing commitments to democracy, transparency, and accountability, values they believe should guide both countries in ensuring that the legal process proceeds without obstruction.
“Ghana and the United States share a strong partnership rooted in democracy, transparency, and accountability. When a public official has been charged, the law must take its course, without fear, favour, or political shielding,” the group said.
The group is asking the US Embassy to, among other things, verify Ken Ofori-Atta’s presence or status in the United States; facilitate cooperation between US and Ghanaian authorities; and support the expedited processing of any formal extradition request.
The petitioners state that the initiative makes no claims regarding Ofori-Atta’s guilt or innocence, stressing that the purpose is to ensure he returns to Ghana to respond to charges before a competent court.
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Meanwhile, at the time of filing this report, the petition had garnered 489 signatures and was still growing.
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Black Queens were defeated at St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton
Ghana’s Black Queens were handed a 2-0 defeat by England’s Lionesses in their first-ever women’s international meeting, played at St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton on December 2, 2025.
Lucia Kendall scored her maiden England goal to set Sarina Wiegman’s side on their way, finishing from close range in the sixth minute after Ghana debutant Bénédicte Simon was unable to clear Chloe Kelly’s delivery.
The 20,252 spectators in Southampton witnessed a confident start from an England team that had beaten China 8-0 on November 29, 2025.
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Despite seven changes to the Lionesses lineup, the hosts settled quickly. Kelly fired over from a Keira Walsh cross, while Ghana goalkeeper Cynthia Conlan produced a strong save to deny Missy Bo Kearns.
Kelly was forced off after 23 minutes, making way for Beth Mead but England maintained their grip on the game.
As half-time approached, Conlan was again called into action, pushing away a powerful Kearns strike. From the resulting corner, Kendall rose well and headed against the crossbar.
England remained in control after the break but struggled to break down the more disciplined Ghanaian defence.
Lauren Hemp and Katie Hinds delivered dangerous balls into the box but Conlan stayed alert to gather both.
The hosts thought they had doubled their lead in stoppage time when Alessia Russo directed a header goalward during a penalty-box scramble.
The effort was blocked but a VAR review ruled that the ball struck the arm of Ghana defender Comfort Yeboah.
Russo stepped up and converted the penalty into the bottom-right corner to seal the win for the Lionness.
The match came off as part of Ghana’s preparations for all international assignments including 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
Head coach Kim Lars Björkegren seized the opportunity to measure the team’s progress, expose the players to world-class opposition and correct areas that need improvement.
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Ghanaian musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, allegedly married a white lady in Germany.
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The alleged wedding photos have sparked conversations online after a court declared Akosua Serwaa’s marriage certificate fake.
A photo of the late Daddy Lumba and a white lady allegedly getting married has gone viral on Facebook. Photo credit: @josephineboamah. Source: Instagram
Daddy Lumba allegedly married young white lady
Makra Mo hitmaker Daddy Lumba allegedly married a young white lady, according to reports online.
In a trending Facebook post, Daddy Lumba, known for his high fashion sense, looked dapper in a crisp white long-sleeve shirt, folded to his elbows, and styled his look with a designer suit. He wore a red bow tie to elevate his look while flaunting his signature curly hairstyle.
Daddy Lumba’s alleged wife wore a simple black dress and styled her natural blonde hair for the ordinance marriage.
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Reverend Obofour has offered his opinion on the ongoing issues surrounding Ghanaian Highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.
The founder of Anointed Palace Chapel said he hails from the same tribe as the artist. In a video broadcast by award-winning celebrity blogger Zionfelix on December 1, 2025, Reverend Obofour stated that some members of Daddy Lumba’s funeral committee are mentally unstable.
This statement has triggered heated discussions online. The pastor encouraged the family leader, Kofi Owusu, to remove such members from the committee to guarantee a decent funeral.
Foreign Minister and North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says government’s newly appointed Presidential Special Envoys will strengthen Ghana’s diplomatic engagements following a strategy session held earlier today.
In a statement shared on Facebook, Mr. Ablakwa described the meeting as a “great strategy session with our new distinguished Presidential Special Envoys.”
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Former Board Chairman of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Kofi Tutu Agyare, has dismissed claims circulating on social media that he has endorsed Kennedy Agyapong in the New Patriotic Party’s presidential race.
In a statement, the former VRA chairman, who reaffirmed his support for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, said the claims suggesting he had joined Mr Agyapong’s campaign were “false” and intended to “mislead” the public.
“My attention has been drawn to claims that I have joined Hon. Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign. I wish to state that this claim is false and intended to mislead the general public on where my support is,” the statement read.
“I remain committed to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as the best candidate to win power for the NPP in 2028,” Mr Agyare added, urging NPP delegates to “massively” vote for Dr Bawumia in the January election.
Just days ago, former NPP National Chairman, Peter Mac Manu, also denied similar claims that he had endorsed Kennedy Agyapong, describing the social media reports as fabricated.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia is “ready” for war if Europe pursues one, accusing European leaders of attempting to derail a potential deal to end the conflict in Ukraine.
His remarks come ahead of a meeting with United States envoys in Moscow to discuss a proposed peace plan aimed at ending the ongoing war.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated that he expects updates from US negotiators following their discussions, and he expressed willingness to meet with US counterpart Donald Trump again.
On the ground, the Russian Defence Ministry has released footage claiming its forces have captured the key eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk. However, the Ukrainian army maintains that it still controls the northern part of the city, with intense fighting ongoing.
To complete Ghana’s delegation list to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament, Dr. Bryan Acheampong would be sworn in tomorrow in Abuja, the Federal Republic of Nigeria where the Second Ordinary Session of 2025 is taking place.
In September this year four out of five members of Ghana’s re-composed delegation to the Parliament were sworn in including Hon George Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, Dominic Napare, Dr. Eric Afful and Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi in Port Harcourt River State.
Spokesperson for the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mahmud Kabore
Spokesperson for the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mahmud Kabore has called on the public to name individuals involved in illegal mining rather than hiding behind party lines with broad accusations.
Speaking in an interview on OTEC FM’S Dwabrem programme with Dr Cash, Mahamud Kabore stressed that tying illegal mining activities to entire political parties obstructs effective efforts to combat the problem.
Kabore challenged critics to be specific, saying, “Some blanket statements are not helping us. They should be bold enough to mention that Mahmoud Kabore is the reason the fight is difficult; that he is engaging in galamsey and this is his concession then we will invite Mahmud Kabore to assist with the investigation.
“But if we say ‘NDC,’ as it stands, the party has over 6.5 million followers, so which NDC member?”
He noted that while there are allegations involving pastors, chiefs, journalists, and politicians, the public often does not know which political parties these individuals belong to, which according undermines accountability.
Talking about the organization designated to combat illegal mining, the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, generally referred to as NAIMOS, Kabore outlined the agency’s diverse strategy.
Beyond shutting down excavator operators, NAIMOS also targets individuals who seek to pay officials or the kingpins.
He described a recent operation in Odaw Forest in which a suspect provided brand-new 1 million Ghanaian cedi notes, which were seized as evidence prior to the suspect’s arrest.
He provided examples of complicity within government ranks. He disclosed, “There are issues concerning government officials who are complicit in the matter, supported by empirical evidence.
He also revealed an incident in Ashanti Region where three national security operatives were found protecting illegal miners, leading to the revocation of their positions and ongoing prosecution.
Highlighting the role of political will, Kabore commended President John Dramani Mahama and the lands minister for their steadfast commitment to fighting illegal mining.
“President Mahama has demonstrated time and again that he possesses the political will to fight this menace. I believe that in matters of illegal mining (galamsey), the only ingredient we truly need is genuine and sincere political will, “he indicated.
He concluded by saying the current NDC administration has advised its members from participating in illicit activities by emphasising that anyone who is prepared to abide by rules can obtain lawful assistance for small-scale mining.
Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor
Ghana on Tuesday hosted ministers and energy leaders from across the subregion for the 2025 West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WAECS) in Accra, where Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, underscored the importance of deeper regional collaboration to enhance energy security and drive economic transformation.
Speaking during the ministers’ Roundtable at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Jinapor announced a major milestone: the first full synchronisation of the West African power grid.
The trial synchronisation, conducted in November 2025 at the Sakete Substation in Benin, successfully connected the Ghana–Togo–Benin network to Nigeria’s grid for the first time.
“This historic synchronisation demonstrates the tangible benefits of regional cooperation and brings us a step closer to a unified West African electricity market,” he said.
The energy minister stressed that advancing market integration through the West African Power Pool (WAPP) and harmonising regulatory frameworks will help reduce energy costs, improve supply reliability, and expand electricity access for millions across the region.
Ghana also used the summit to reaffirm its alignment with regional energy priorities, highlighting initiatives such as the expansion of gas infrastructure, deployment of digital technologies in upstream petroleum operations, and enhanced private-sector participation in electricity distribution.
“The time to act is now,” Jinapor urged.
“Let us finalise interconnection protocols, harmonise tariffs, and accelerate joint infrastructure planning.
Together, we can power the dreams of our people,” he concluded
The Minority caucus in Parliament is demanding the immediate prosecution of officials at the Ministry of Transport for allegedly overspending about GHS10 million from its 2025 budget without parliamentary approval.
The caucus argues that, though Parliament sanctioned GHS83 million for the ministry’s capital expenditure, the ministry overspent by GHS10 million, a breach of the Public Financial Management Act.
Contributing to the debate on the ministry’s 2026 budget estimate, the Minority insisted that accountability is required and that heads must roll.
“Has anybody been sent to the OSP. They came here to talk about the PFM act. Mr Speaker it is clear that many of you are likely to go to jail. From what I am seeing, from year one alone.
“Mr Speaker there must be a full enquiry into this matter. How they spent in excess of almost GHS10 million. Mr Speaker the minority is demanding enquiry into why they spent in excess.”
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Ranking Member on Parliament’s Roads and Transport Committee, Kennedy Osei Nyarko, has urged the government to prioritise the clearance of outstanding debts owed to road contractors before initiating any new road projects.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Top Story on Tuesday, December 2, he expressed deep concern over the mounting arrears of about GH₵40 billion, despite a GH₵5.3 billion allocation to the Ministry of Roads and Highways in the 2026 Budget.
According to him, the government’s current approach of paying contractors “little by little”, is unsustainable and has driven some contractors to invoke provisions in their contracts that impose hefty penalties for delayed payments—sometimes up to three times the original amount.
“This situation is worrying. There must be a clear strategy on how to deal with this,” he stressed.
Mr. Osei Nyarko proposed a straightforward solution: “clear all outstanding debts, then strictly adhere to the annual budget allocation for roads.” He insisted that no new contracts or projects should be awarded without secured funding.
“Clear them, then after that we go strictly by our budget. If there is no money, we won’t give any contract or project without funding. That is the only solution,” he said.
He further advised that if government decides not to take on new road construction commitments due to limited fiscal space, then priority must shift to rigorous road maintenance to protect existing infrastructure.
“We need to pay critical attention to road maintenance because if government is not going to commit the state to constructing new projects, then the state has to maintain the existing roads,” he added.
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The founder of Anointed Palace Chapel, Rev Obofour, has shared his thoughts on the ongoing controversies surrounding the demise of Ghanaian Highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.
In a video shared on Instagram by Zionfelix on December 1, 2025, Rev Obofour stated that the issues surrounding the funeral of the late Daddy Lumba are being caused to certain individuals who are part of the funeral committee.
He claimed that some “mentally ill” individuals are part of the committee and therefore urged the family head, Kofi Owusu, to remove them from the board.
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“Lumba has been famous since the days of cassette tapes up until the social media era. This should tell you he is a legend… Abusuapanyin, stand by your words and don’t let any mad person disturb you, and bury your deceased in peace. God should also bless the judge who gave the ruling… This is what happens when you include a mad person in a funeral committee,” he said.
Rev Obofour also praised the judge who presided over the case, adding that, she did a good job.
He further noted that the late musician’s decision to settle with two wives before his passing is not new and, therefore, Ghanaians should stop the unwarranted criticism.
“It’s not easy for Odo Broni to give birth to six children. She has done well. The two spouses should stay strong in their time of grief. It’s not big news for Lumba to get married to two wives before his demise; even Muslims marry more than three… So, the legal wife and the so-called non-legal wife should stay together and bury their late husband,” he added.
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Rev Obofour also recalled how the late Daddy Lumba advised him during a period of intense social media backlash.
“He called me some time ago when people were criticising me over something I had said. What he told me was not to respond to anyone. He even used himself as an example, saying that although there were a lot of controversies about him, he never responded to any. Ever since, that advice has stayed with me. So when I heard of his death, I was pained,” he stated.
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The court has asked Agradaa to submit her full plea bargain terms
The Accra High Court has directed the parties in the case involving Patricia Asieduaa, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, and her co-accused to file the terms of a proposed plea bargain ahead of the next sitting.
According a channelonenewsonline.com report on December 2, 2025, the court ordered that the agreement be filed at least three clear days before the adjourned date of December 16, 2025.
During proceedings, prosecutors indicated they were considering applying for a bench warrant for the second accused.
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However, defence counsel explained that they had not been served with the hearing notice.
Counsel for Nana Agradaa informed the court that discussions with the Office of the Attorney General on a potential plea bargain were ‘far advanced’ and requested a short adjournment.
The prosecutor confirmed that the complainant, Emmanuel Appiah Fumum, had been involved in the ongoing discussions and was present in court.
The judge subsequently instructed the registry to ensure that a hearing notice is properly served on counsel for the second accused before the next court date.
The case arises from allegations that Nana Agradaa, a former fetish priestess turned evangelist, broadcasted nude images of Pastor Emmanuel Appiah Fumum (popularly known as Osofo Biblical) on her TV station and social media platforms without his consent.
According to prosecutors, the images were shown during a live programme in which panelists mocked the complainant, contrary to provisions of the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038), which prohibits the non-consensual sharing of intimate images.
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Nana Agradaa, who is currently serving a 15-year jail term in a separate case for defrauding by false pretense, was present in court.
Lawyers for Nana Agradaa raised concerns about recent media interviews granted by the complainant, in which he allegedly claimed that their client had been in a poor state since her incarceration.
The presiding judge, however, urged the prosecution to educate the complainant on refraining from such public comments.
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In 2012, it was revealed that former Manchester City starm Kolo Touré had been carrying on a secret affair with 22-year-old student Kessel Kasuisyo, all while pretending to be a Ghanaian car salesman named “Francois.”
The Arsenal legend kept his alleged double life hidden from everyone, including his wife, using disguises, private numbers, and lavish gifts to maintain the deception.
To Kessel, he wasn’t a Manchester City defender earning £90,000 a week. He wasn’t a married man. And he wasn’t even named Kolo. He introduced himself as “Francois,” a Ghanaian car salesman who had moved to Manchester as a student.
“I told him he looked familiar, but he just said maybe he looks like somebody. He said he sold cars in Africa and did some charity work,” Kessel later recalled.
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They met outside a nightclub in 2010. Days later, they were at a hotel, where he brought her lingerie, black heels, and gifts he claimed came from “successful car deals.”
According to reports, whenever he visited her council flat, he arrived in disguise, baseball cap pulled low, sunglasses on, like a man hiding from the world.
As the affair deepened, Touré even staged a mock proposal, kneeling with a diamond and ruby ring.
“He called me Princess and said he was really serious about me,” Kessel told the Sunday Mirror.
But while Kessel believed she was in a committed relationship, the truth was devastating. During one of his supposed business trips to Africa, Touré was actually in the Ivory Coast, marrying his real partner, Awo.
The lies finally crumbled when a friend recognised him and urged her to search his name online. What she found were his wedding photos, Touré in a white suit, crying.
“I am devastated. On some of the wedding pictures, he is crying, but a few weeks before, he was in my bed,” Kessel said.
Legal practitioner Samuel Kissiedu has described the recent High Court judgment involving Highlife icon Daddy Lumba and Akosua Serwaa as a firmly grounded decision driven largely by technical considerations.
Speaking in an interview with Nana Romeo on Okay FM, Kissiedu said the case raised several interconnected legal questions that required the court to closely examine inheritance, marriage classifications, and how laws from different jurisdictions apply to Ghanaians married abroad.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has commended Ghana’s Vice-President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, for her role in securing much-needed government funding to complete the ongoing expansion of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH).
Speaking at the 59th Special Congregation of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, the University’s Chancellor, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, expressed deep satisfaction with the Vice-President’s commitment to the project.
“Vice-President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, our Vice-President in whom I’m well pleased…I am elated by the Government of Ghana’s promise to complete our teaching hospital project.”
The Asantehene disclosed that the Government, through the Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, had announced the release of GH¢46 million to support KATH’s completion, along with a further US$38 million as part of the 2025/2026 funding allocation from the GETFUND.
“In fact, the Minister, on behalf of the President, announced the release of GHC46 million for the completion of the teaching hospital and an additional $38 million to equip the hospital as part of the 2025/2026 formula for GETFUND.”
He emphasised that the Vice-President had been instrumental in ensuring these funds were delivered.
“The reason I said I was well pleased in her is that it was through her that we sent the message, she carried the message, and the monies are being delivered, and I’m sure we shall have it.”
Beyond the hospital project, the Asantehene also acknowledged the President’s broader commitment to improving educational infrastructure at KATH, notably the construction of two multipurpose lecture theatres valued at US$10 million.
“This is in addition to the President’s commitment to construct two multipurpose lecture theatres at $10m. The President deserves a resounding round of applause… Thank you, Madam Vice-President, and I know this is not just a promise because when you promise, you deliver,” Otumfuo Osei Tutu further added.
The Edo State House of Assembly on Tuesday directed the member representing Egor Constituency, Natasha Irobosa Osawaru, to appear before its Ethics and Privileges Committee within one week following the circulation of a viral video in which she was involved in a heated altercation with her husband, renowned Nigerian singer Innocent Ujah Idibia (2Baba).
“Given the hallmark of your legal career, summed up by the words integrity, excellence and service which testify to your character, your competence and dedication, I have no doubt you will witness to Him (God) in the discharge of your mandate. The Lord is with you. Stay true to God, your country and Africa is waiting.”
Those were the words of Justice Emeritus David Maraga, the 14th Chief Justice of Kenya, contained in a letter dated 25th October 2024, addressed to Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur on her appointment as a High Court judge.
Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur will go into the history books of the Judicial Service as having expeditiously adjudicated one of the controversial but landmark spousal cases involving legendary highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, known in showbiz circles as Daddy Lumba, with speed and alacrity.
Justice Smith Arthur has already endeared herself to patrons of her court, earning the praise of counsels for applicants and defendants, legal practitioners, and journalists covering the case at High Court 5 in Kumasi.
She has, in a record one month, adjudicated a case which, under normal circumstances, should have lasted a minimum of three years in a country where such cases often suffer many adjournments.
Her judgment, which she says was to resolve the dispute, was also intended to educate Ghanaians on marriages and their possible dissolution.
Akosua Serwaa Fosuh sought an order of the court to make her the only surviving wife of the late Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, sole candidate to perform the widowhood rite, and also an order to restrain the 2nd defendant in the case, Priscilla Ofori, also known as Odo Broni, from identifying herself as wife of the late musician.
The suit comes after the death of the celebrated musician, born Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, on July 26, 2025, in Accra.
Myjoyonline.com has been looking at the background of the presiding judge, who received wild applause in open court for how she expeditiously and fairly heard the case, despite all the tensions and acrimony arising between litigants, arguments and counter-arguments, and the banters of counsels for both applicant and defendants.
Her Ladyship is jovial, with a face that always beams with smiles, but she is very firm, ensuring that the rules are applied to the letter.
She was called to the Bench in July 2013, first as a District Court Magistrate, then as a Circuit Court Judge on January 10, 2019, by then Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Sophia Abena Boafowaa Akuffo.
Justice Smith Arthur was in charge of specialized gender-based cases, narcotics, and mining cases, among others, while adjudicating civil and other criminal cases, having worked in the Central, Greater Accra, and Ashanti Regions.
She was sworn in as Justice of the High Court on September 30, 2024, by then President Nana Akufo-Addo.
The mother of four enjoys cooking, reading, music, teaching, and mentoring her children.
The certified marriage counselor and life coach had her basic education at the South Suntreso Adventist Preparatory School. In fact, she is a Suntreso girl.
She had her legal training in Ghana, the US, and Zambia, having obtained her Bachelor of Arts (Law and English) and Bachelor of Law degrees from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, and a Practicing Law Certificate from the Ghana School of Law, University of Ghana.
She has a Master of Laws from the University of Ghana Law School, focusing on Alternative Dispute Resolution; a Master of Laws from the University of Reading School of Law, focusing on Global Crisis, Conflict and Disaster Management; and a Master of Laws degree from Northeastern University School of Law, Boston, USA.
Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur recently added a PhD in Criminology and Human Rights from the African Research University, Lusaka, Zambia, at the 13th graduation ceremony of the school.
She featured prominently on the university’s social media handles, especially on Facebook, having received special mention.
As the first female High Court Judge of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, she is also a member of several professional bodies and associations, including the Association of Magistrates and Judges, Ghana; Commonwealth Association of Magistrates and Judges; International Association of Women Judges; and the American Society of International Law.
Affectionately called “DD,” Justice Smith Arthur is often regarded as a woman with impeccable character and hard to influence.
A former Municipal Chief Executive for Komenda Edina Eguafo Abrem sums it up about Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur:
“She is too much devoted to her work at the expense of her own self. Sometimes I will say DD, go and rest because when you are not there, Ghana will still move on, and she will say I have to do what I have to do for the betterment of Ghana.
“She is a woman with impeccable character,” he added.
Recounting an encounter, Mr Appiah, a lawyer by profession, said he received the “shock of his life” when he appeared before Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur.
“One day, I had to appear before her. When I appeared before her, I had my nice suit, thinking that I was going to get bail. That time I had a shock in my life. The bail was refused. She said you have to come back next week well prepared, and we will see what will happen,” he recalled.
He added, “That is the kind of woman that she is. She doesn’t mix social life with professional life.”
Justice Dorinda Smmith Arthur at a thanksgiving service at Cape Coast SDA Church
Mr Appiah was speaking at a thanksgiving service organized in honour of Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church at Cape Coast, following her appointment as High Court judge.
So how does Justice Smith Arthur, whose life hinges on the virtues of integrity, fairness and equality before the law, see herself?
“As a judge, I owe a duty to the state to do justice to all manner of persons who appear before me regardless of their age, of their religion, their social standing and their political affiliation.
“Consequently, my life as a judge is more reserved because I am ethically encouraged not to socialize much due to conflict of interest issues and also due to the demand to be seen to be independent.
“So you see, even the way I walk, I walk reservedly. My judicial duty takes precedence over all other activities,” she said when she spoke on the topic “The Mindset of Integrity” at Uplift 2022 in Accra.
According to her, she does not allow people, not even pastors, to see her, let alone influence her.
This has been the status quo, a principle she has also taught her court staff.
“Personally, I do not allow anybody to see me. When I say anybody, I mean exactly so — including pastors and all.
“I refuse gifts of all forms, tokens or thanksgiving; I do refuse. In fact, it doesn’t even get to me,” she emphasised.
Testifying to Justice Arthur’s uprightness, President of the Ananse Centre for Leadership and Development, Samuel Koranteng-Pipim, described her as a woman of character.
“She is a woman of character. What she says, she does, and she’s well known,” he stated.
Ananse Centre for Leadership and Development is an organisation committed to raising a new generation of Africans who will make a difference in the world.
Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur is the Vice President of the organisation.
Alberta Kpeleku, a Peace and Conflict expert and Executive Director for 360 Human Rights, a non-governmental organisation, describes Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur as a good mother who makes complex situations look normal.
“She makes complex things very simple. I admire her work; she is disciplined. She is a good mother as well,” he said.
Justice Dorinda Arthur is an author who has written extensively on integrity. Among her books are “The Pursuit of Integrity and Excellence: A Little Word to Law Students & Practitioners” and “The Kiss of Integrity—My God and My Judicial Philosophy,” a book inspired by her inaugural address to a group of Adventist Youth & Young Professionals on October 12, 2024.
She has also written and contributed to international journals such as JBDL Journal for Business, Development, and Leadership and SSRN, on topics such as juvenile justice in Ghana, illegal small-scale mining, and its devastating effects on the rights of indigenous people to clean, unpolluted water.
The shareholders of Scancom PLC (the parent company of MTN Ghana) formally approved a significant corporate merger on Monday, December 1, 2025. The approval, given during an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra, sanctions the merger between MobileMoney Limited (MML) and the newly created MobileMoney FinTech Limited (MMF Ltd).
This restructuring process also received unanimous approval for the waiver of a fairness report during the EGM.
A Dedicated Ghanaian Fintech Structure
The merger is more than a corporate reshuffle; it is a strategic step toward complying with national regulatory requirements. Specifically, it addresses the mandates of the Payment Systems and Services Act, 2019 (Act 987), which requires electronic money issuers operating in Ghana to have a minimum of 30% local equity participation.
The consolidation places MTN’s mobile-money business under a new, fully Ghana-incorporated structure, with MMF Ltd established as the surviving entity. Victoria Bright, Chairperson of MMF Ltd, clarified the purpose of the foundational shift: “What we are doing now is a restructuring of our mobile money business. Essentially, we are moving the mobile money business into a new entity, which will be called Mobile Money Fintech Limited.”
Ms. Bright also assured existing investors that their ownership stakes remain secure, stating that shareholders’ existing ownership in Scancom will be “mirrored” in MMF Ltd. She confirmed the straightforward transition for investors: “If you have 10 Ghana shares now, you will have 10 shares in the new entity.”
Stability for Customers, Vision for Listing
For the millions of customers relying on mobile money services, the restructuring is designed to cause minimal disruption. Shaibu Haruna, CEO of MobileMoney Limited, emphasized the stability of the customer experience while underscoring the significance of the shareholders’ decision.
Mr. Haruna highlighted the importance of the milestone, noting: “This is a very important milestone in our journey. What this process means is that our shareholders have accepted for Mobile Money Fintech Limited to merge with Mobile Money, making FinTech the surviving entity.”
He described the merger as “a mere structural change,” and offered firm assurance that the established brand name will not change. “The name MoMo from MTN remains the same, and our customers will continue to enjoy the great services we provide,” he confirmed.
Looking ahead, MMF Ltd has signalled its ambitious plan to list on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) within the next three to five years. This goal is contingent upon completing digital transformation and achieving operational independence from Scancom PLC. Ms. Bright shared the long-term vision for the new entity: “Three to five years from now, we see the business being as robust as possible. We are planning on listing the shares of Mobile Money Fintech Limited within that stipulated period.”
Accelerating Growth and Financial Inclusion
By consolidating operations under a specialized fintech entity, the merger is poised to accelerate the growth of digital payments, lending, savings, and other financial products across Ghana. Observers expect this move to significantly deepen financial inclusion, offering access to formal financial services for Ghanaians, particularly those residing in rural or underserved areas who lack access to traditional banking.
Furthermore, the restructuring is projected to foster stronger governance and innovation, enhancing collaboration with the Bank of Ghana to expand digital currency use nationwide. Mr. Haruna stated that the company “will be actively supporting the Bank of Ghana’s initiative to drive financial inclusion and ensure that every single Ghanaian has access to digital spending,”.
The planned listing on the GSE is significant as it provides opportunities for local and retail investors to own a direct stake in a major digital-finance business, thereby fostering broader public participation in Ghana’s digital economy. The expanded operations of MMF Ltd could also generate employment and empower informal sector actors, small businesses, and traders with accessible, flexible digital financial tools, stimulating entrepreneurship.
Challenges to Successful Execution
While the potential gains are substantial, they rely heavily on successful and transparent execution. MMF Ltd must complete its digital transformation and ensure smooth governance structures throughout the transition; any missteps or delays could impede the rollout of expected benefits.
Crucially, the full societal benefits of financial inclusion hinge on foundational factors like public trust, digital literacy, and reliable infrastructure, including dependable network coverage and internet access. These essential elements remain unevenly distributed across Ghana. Without actively addressing these gaps, some segments, notably low-income, rural, or elderly citizens, could remain marginalized despite the new structure’s existence.
The chief making the presentation to the recipient
The Paramount Chief of the Nungua Traditional Area, His Royal Highness (Prof.) Oboade Notse Odaifio Welentsi III, has presented GH¢10,000 to a Junior High School (JHS) teacher for promoting the teaching and learning of the Ga language and culture in schools in the Krowor Municipality.
The recipient of the cash, Ms. Faustina Addoteye, is a JHS Ga language teacher at the Nungua SDA C Basic School.
Part of the amount was for the procurement of a new laptop to help her continue researching and teaching the language, while the rest served as a motivation for the frantic effort she was making towards the teaching and learning of the Ga culture in the municipality.
The Paramount Chief made the presentation during the maiden Krowor Municipal Teacher Prize held at Nungua last Thursday.
The event saw some deserving teachers and other education workers being honoured for their dedication and efforts towards the promotion of education in the Krowor Municipality and the rest of the country.
Oboade Notse Odaifio Welentsi III promised to continue supporting teachers and other institutions which were ready to promote the Ga culture.
He called for the sustenance of the peace prevailing in the area, for the people to continue with their businesses.
The recipient, Ms. Addoteye, was full of praise for the honour done her, as she pledged to continue working very hard towards the promotion of the Ga culture.
The Municipal Director of Education for Krowor, Azeriya G. Ayerega, commended the various award winners for their roles in promoting the development of education in the municipality, reminding those who could not win to continue working hard so they could also win in future.
The Municipal Director of Education eulogised the various sponsors for their contribution towards the awards, and pledged to continue working hard to ensure that the standard of education in the municipality and the rest of the country improved.
The Greater Accra Regional Director of Education, Mrs. Hajia Katumi Natogma Attah, congratulated all the award winners and urged them to let the awards spur them on to work harder since they did not win the awards on a silver platter.
She urged the recipients not to be complacent with the honour done to them, but continue to work hard for the good and continuous promotion of education in the municipality and the rest of the country.
The extinction of indigenous languages is a global phenomenon which threatens many countries, including Ghana.
The presentation of the cash as a motivation in the form of an award to the best teacher for the Ga language in the Krowor Municipality was one of the ways by which indigenous languages such as Ga could be protected from extinction.
Fresh controversy has erupted in the already chaotic funeral arrangements for the late music legend Daddy Lumba.
Some new billboards bearing a completely different funeral date have surfaced on major streets in Kumasi.
The billboards, which boldly display 10th March, 2026, as the proposed date for the final funeral rites, are causing a stir across social media, which is contrary to the already known December 13, 2025 date.
South Africa’s Parliament is poised to vote on a landmark education reform that could redefine the country’s academic standards and reshape its future workforce.
At the heart of the debate is a proposal to raise the minimum pass mark for the National Senior Certificate (Matric) from 30% to 50% — a move that has ignited fierce national discourse and drawn international attention.
The motion, introduced by Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader Mmusi Maimane, argues that the current threshold undermines the credibility of the Matric qualification and fails to adequately prepare students for tertiary education and employment.
Advocates say the reform would align South Africa with global benchmarks and restore public confidence in the country’s education system.
But critics warn of unintended consequences. Raising the bar without addressing systemic inequalities could disproportionately penalize disadvantaged learners, particularly those in under-resourced schools.
With South Africa’s education system already marked by deep divides, the proposal risks widening the gap between urban and rural communities. What’s at Stake
Students: A higher pass mark could drive stronger study habits, but risks excluding borderline learners.
Teachers & Schools: Pressure to improve teaching quality may strain under-resourced institutions.
Economy: Short-term graduate numbers may dip, but long-term gains could include a more capable workforce.
Beyond the Pass Mark: Policy Recommendations Experts argue that raising the threshold must be part of a broader reform strategy:
Introduce Continuous Assessment: Blend coursework and projects with exams to reduce pressure and reflect true learning.
Expand Vocational Pathways: Offer technical and trade routes for non-academic learners, modeled on Germany’s dual system.
Phase in Higher Standards: Gradually raise the pass mark while investing in teacher development and learner support.
Target Resources to Disadvantaged Schools: Provide libraries, labs, and internet access to rural areas to prevent deepening inequality.
Rebrand Matric Credibility: Align the qualification with international standards to enhance its global recognition.
A Crossroads for South African Education
The upcoming vote is more than a policy decision — it’s a defining moment for South Africa’s youth and its place in the global education landscape. As nations worldwide evolve toward inclusive, multi-pathway systems, South Africa faces a choice: raise standards in isolation, or reform holistically to ensure equity and excellence.
The outcome of the 2 December vote will signal whether the country is ready to embrace a future where every learner has a chance to succeed — not just pass.
Nana Agradaa is currently serving a 15-year jail term
A video of convicted Ghanaian preacher, Evangelist Patricia Asiedu, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, exiting an Accra High Court premises has surfaced on social media.
The less-than-one-minute video making rounds on X on December 2, 2025, marked her first appearance since her conviction.
In the video, Nana Agradaa was seen in an all-white attire, escorted by prison officers to a white minibus.
Nana Agradaa’s husband, Angel Asiamah, was also spotted following the officers closely in a show of solidarity.
Why Agradaa appeared in court
Nana Agradaa appeared in court on December 2, 2025, in connection with her ongoing legal battle with a Ghanaian pastor known as Osofo Biblical, after she allegedly aired his nude photos on Thunder TV.
How this case started
The case dates back to 2021, when Nana Agradaa became embroiled in a heated public dispute with Prophet Emmanuel Appiah Enim.
What began as a typical war of words on social media escalated when Agradaa allegedly aired the prophet’s nude photos during a broadcast on Thunder TV (now Today’s TV), a station she owned.
Agradaa looks wretched and pitiful now – Osofo Biblical alleges after court appearance
She was subsequently arrested in 2022 and charged under Section 67(1) of the Cybersecurity Act (Act 1038) for the non-consensual distribution of intimate images.
The matter intensified in July 2024, when she appeared in court on additional charges of possessing and distributing indecent material. Reports indicated that not only did she broadcast the images live, but she also used them to promote a product, specifically, a type of bitters.
Agradaa was later granted bail set at GH¢200,000, with a requirement to provide two justified sureties.
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Evangelist Patricia Asiamah, aka, Nana Agradaa spotted being escorted out of the Accra High Court Complex, after being brought for her ongoing case with Osofo Appiah Biblical. pic.twitter.com/1bD1a0ZFcE
Jean Mensa has come under a lot of backlash from people like Nana Yaa Jantuah (R)
Presidential staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah has accused Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa of sidelining political parties and displaying conduct that undermines confidence in Ghana’s electoral process during Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meetings.
Speaking on the JoyNews AM Show on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, and monitored by GhanaWeb, she claimed that the character of Jean Mensa changed after assuming office as EC Chairperson.
EC staff petitions President Mahama to remove Jean Mensa and deputies
“If we talk about misbehaviour, she misbehaved. Jean did not do well. Remember, I was a general secretary. I was at an IPAC meeting. Even though I wasn’t happy with Charlotte, how she was treated, I was okay when I heard Jean was going to take over because of IEA. So, we saw her as a very straight person, somebody who was hugely credible, but it turned out to be something,” she stated.
President John Dramani Mahama has received ten separate petitions seeking the removal of key officials heading two major state institutions, the EC and the Office of the Special Prosecutor all appointed under Article 70 of the 1992 Constitution.
The petition for the removal of Jean Mensa and her two deputies was filed by a private citizen and a former employee of EC, Joseph Blankson Adumadzie, who cited 12 counts of alleged misbehaviour, including cronyism, abuse of office, and gross incompetence.
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The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has been recognised as the Key Government Agency that Upholds National Standards, in acknowledgement of its consistent commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection within Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector.
The award was presented at the 14th AGI Ghana Industry and Quality Awards, which took place on Saturday at the Accra International Conference Centre.
The ceremony celebrated organisations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance in promoting quality and industrial standards in Ghana.
This year’s edition of the awards was organised under the theme: “Creating a Conducive Business Environment and Quality Standards for Industrial Competitiveness in a 24-Hour Economy.”
The theme underscored the critical role that adherence to standards plays in boosting industrial productivity and ensuring consumer confidence.
The NPA was lauded for its robust regulatory frameworks and initiatives aimed at ensuring that petroleum products in the country meet safety and quality standards.
Through its oversight functions, the authority has helped to protect consumers and maintain integrity within the petroleum sector.
Receiving the award, NPA officials reiterated their commitment to upholding national standards and enhancing the operational efficiency of Ghana’s petroleum industry.
They also encouraged stakeholders across the sector to prioritise quality and compliance as a shared responsibility for sustainable industrial growth.
The 2026 World Cup draw will be held in the United States
All eyes will be on the United States as coaches and team officials converge at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, on December 5, 2025, for the draw of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The event will unveil the various groups for the tournament, which has been expanded to 48 teams and will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
The Black Stars will learn their group-stage opponents and prepare adequately to face them when the tournament begins.
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This article highlights some of the key things to expect at the draw.
Group Stage
The ceremony will see teams grouped from A to L, forming 12 groups. Nations will know their opponents, except those yet to qualify through the continental play-offs in March 2026.
Countries have been placed in Pots 1 to 4 according to their FIFA rankings and will not face opponents from the same pot.
Check the pots below:
Pot 1: Canada, Mexico, USA, Spain, Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany
Pot 2: Croatia, Morocco, Colombia, Uruguay, Switzerland, Japan, Senegal, Iran, Korea Republic, Ecuador, Austria, Australia
Pot 3: Norway, Panama, Egypt, Algeria, Scotland, Paraguay, Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Uzbekistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa
Pot 4: Jordan, Cape Verde, Ghana, Curaçao, Haiti, New Zealand, European Play-Off A, B, C, and D, FIFA Play-Off Tournament 1 and 2
Match Venues and Kick-off Times
The venues and kick-off times for the matches will be determined on Saturday, December 6, 2025 after the draw.
This is to ensure that scheduling aligns with different time zones and that adjustments are made to provide favorable times and venues for fans worldwide.
Peace Prize
The event will honor world leaders who have made significant efforts to restore peace and end wars in various parts of the globe.
The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) stated that this award will encourage leaders to fight for peace so that football can be enjoyed in a serene atmosphere.
US President Donald Trump has been tipped as a favorite for the accolade following his ongoing efforts in settling the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Four Top Seeds Advantage
The 2026 World Cup draw rewards the four highest-ranked teams; Spain, Argentina, France, and England, who will be placed in separate sections, or quadrants, of a new tennis-style seeded tournament bracket.
FIFA has said that if the top four nations finish first in their respective round-robin groups, they will avoid each other until the semifinals.
Iran’s Boycott
Iran has decided to boycott the World Cup draw after the US denied visas to members of its delegation, the state-run IRNA news agency reported on Friday, November 28, 2025.
The agency quoted Iranian football federation spokesman Amir-Mahdi Alavi as saying that officials faced visa obstacles that went beyond sporting considerations.
It is expected that FIFA will engage with the US government to resolve the issue before the tournament kicks off.
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Veteran Ghanaian gospel musician, Evangelist Diana Asamoah, has taken a swipe at judges in Ghana following the Akosua Serwaa-Odo Bronii brouhaha.
Speaking on Angel FM monitored by Gh Page, Dia Asamoah noted that she respects lawyers and judges abroad, but she cannot do the same for those in Ghana.
Diana Asamoah is of the belief that the verdict of the Akosua Serwaa- Odo Bronii was tampered with, the reason Odo Bronii stood taller.
Diana Asamoah claims that unlike judges and lawyers abroad, those in Ghana’s
A heated debate erupted in Parliament on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, during the adoption of the appropriation for the Ministry of Roads & Highways, with the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, fiercely criticising the government for failing to pay road contractors while simultaneously allocating a massive GHS 5.3 billion for 2026 road construction, including the much-touted “Big Push” programme.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin accused the government of prioritising “flamboyance” and programme launches over settling legitimate debts owed to the private sector, warning that the non-payment is forcing businesses to collapse.
Contractor Payments and ‘Big Push’ Scrutiny
The Minority Leader delivered a sharp caution, urging the government to prioritise settling long-standing debts to contractors who, he claimed, have invested heavily in state projects but have not had their payment certificates honoured.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin was particularly critical of the new GHS 5.3 billion allocation, demanding accountability for funds previously reported as expended under the “Big Push” before the programme was officially launched in September.
Despite the Minority’s strong reservations, the House subsequently passed an allocation of GHS 5.3 Billion for the services and work of the Ministry in the 2026 fiscal year.
Majority Defends Project Execution and Debt Settlement
The Majority Chief Whip, Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, countered the Minority’s assertions, insisting that the government is actively executing projects and has made substantial progress in settling inherited debt.
Further clarification came from the Minister of Roads & Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, who provided data on the government’s financial efforts.
The Minister revealed that the current NDC administration has already settled over GHS 6 billion in arrears inherited from the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration.
He acknowledged, however, that the newly approved GHS 5.3 billion budget allocation for 2026 is “inadequate” given the massive scale of the projects planned, including the continuation of the “Big Push” initiative.
The minister pointed to various “massive projects” currently underway to justify the government’s commitment to improving the country’s road network.
The Management of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Accra West Region, has announced a temporary shutdown of water production at the Weija Treatment Plant to allow for urgent repair works on a major faulty pipeline.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, December 2, the company explained that one of the key pipelines transporting treated water from the plant to western parts of Accra has developed severe perforations. Officials warn that the line could completely give way if immediate repair work is not carried out, necessitating the scheduled shutdown.
According to GWL, the interruption will take place on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The 12-hour repair window is expected to affect several densely populated communities.
Areas to experience water supply disruptions include Korle-Bu, Dansoman, Mamprobi, parts of Weija, Gbawe, Malam, Anyaa, Kwashieman, Ablekuma, Darkuman, Kaneshie, Tesano, Odorkor, Sowutuom, Lapaz, parts of Achimota, the North Industrial Area, and adjoining communities.
GWL assured the public that water production will resume immediately after the repair works are completed. The company is, however, urging all households and businesses within the affected catchment areas to store adequate water ahead of the shutdown.
“We regret the inconvenience that may arise as a result of the shutdown,” the statement added.
Two chainsaw operators were killed in a tragic incident at Bekawopa, near Abrafo in the Twifo Hemang Lower Denkyira District of the Central Region, after a tree unexpectedly fell on them.
The deceased, Yaw Asare, also known as Tompuu and believed to be in his 50s, and Eric Tetteh, in his 30s, were reportedly cutting down a timber tree when the accident occurred.
Eyewitnesses said the men were felling one tree when another, which had not been touched, suddenly came crashing down on them. Residents described the incident as unusual, with some attributing it to possible spiritual causes due to the unexplained fall of the second tree.
The strange nature of the occurrence prompted traditional leaders to perform customary rites at the scene before the bodies were permitted to be moved.
Police officers from the Jukwa District Command later conveyed the bodies to the mortuary for preservation.
Investigations are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.
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The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has cautioned the public against rushing to its offices at the beginning of 2026 in an attempt to secure new registration numbers, explaining that the new vehicle registration plates will no longer display the year of registration.
Speaking to Channel One TV during a DVLA stakeholder engagement in Takoradi on Tuesday, December 2, on the new vehicle registration system, Western Regional DVLA Manager, Frank Gasese, noted that the authority’s offices are usually congested at the beginning of each year because many people want plates bearing the new year.
He said the new system will eliminate this pressure, as numbers will no longer be generated based on the year of registration or on a first-come, first-served basis.
“Under the old system, as soon as it was 2nd January, people would even sleep on DVLA premises just to secure one of the first registration numbers of the year. This created pressure and congestion, and both customers and DVLA staff were never free.
“We would work the whole day and sometimes close around 8 p.m. because people were still in long queues waiting to be served.
He added, “With the new system, you simply apply online because there is no guarantee of getting the first or second number. You upload your information online, and once we verify everything, we will schedule you. With this system, we will no longer experience the pressure and long queues that used to overwhelm our offices.”
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Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has declared support for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the NPP’s 2026 flagbearer race
Annoh-Dompreh said he believes Bawumia can stage a political comeback like former President John Mahama did after losing power
Bawumia has intensified his campaign ahead of the January 31, 2026, NPP presidential primary, facing tough competition from Kennedy Agyapong
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The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has thrown his weight behind former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, in the forthcoming flagbearer race of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Speaking to NPP delegates at a campaign event in the Eastern Region, Annoh-Dompreh, who is the Member of Parliament for Nsawam/Adoagyiri, said he believed Dr Bawumia could return to power just as President John Mahama did after spending eight years in opposition.
Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Minority Chief Whip, says Dr Mahamudu Bawumia will return to power just like President John Mahama has done. Photo credit: UGC Source: Facebook
According to him, President Mahama’s political comeback has set a precedent which could be emulated by the former Vice President.
“If the so-called dead goat could return and become president, and if Mahama could lose power and come back to lead again, then I believe former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia can also return and become president,” he said.
Bawumia intensifies campaign to lead NPP
Dr Bawumia contested the 2024 presidential election on the ticket of the NPP but lost to the NDC’s John Dramani Mahama.
The former Vice President has filed his nomination to contest in the NPP’s upcoming flagbearer race slated for Saturday, January 31, 2026.
As the date for the presidential primary approaches, he has intensified his campaign, crisscrossing the country in a bid to get re-elected as the NPP’s candidate for the 2028 elections.
The NPP flagbearer race heats up
The NPP flagbearer race is expected to be competitive, with the former Vice President facing strong opposition from the six-term MP for Assin Central and businessman, Kennedy Agyapong.
The duo faced off in the November 2023 presidential primary, where Dr Bawumia emerged victorious with over 60 percent of the votes.
Below are all the aspirants in the NPP flagbearer race in order of their position on the ballot.
Kennedy Ohene Agyapong – former MP for Assin Central
Dr Bryan Acheampong – MP for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia – former Vice President
Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum – MP for Bosomtwe and former Minister for Education
Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyapong – former General Secretary of the NPP
Former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia says NDC is campaigning for his opponents because they are scared of him. Photo credit: Dr John Dramani Mahama/Facebook. Source: Facebook
Bawumia claims NDC is afraid of him
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia accused the ruling National Democratic Congress of secretly campaigning for some of his opponents in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) forthcoming flagbearer race.
Speaking to party delegates in the Oti Region, the former vice president said the NDC was doing that to ensure he doesn’t become the flagbearer because they are scared.
He believed his 2016 campaign attacks on the NDC and John Mahama are the reason for their continued hostility toward him.
He also emphasised his confidence in winning the flagbearer race and the 2028 general elections, citing his strong grassroots support and marketability.
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced upward adjustments to electricity and water tariffs following the completion of its 2026–2030 Multi-Year Tariff Review (MYTO).
The new rates take effect from January 1, 2026.
According to the PURC in a statement, the tariff decision follows months of investment hearings, stakeholder consultations, and regional public forums held across the country as part of the regulatory process.
Electricity tariffs to increase by 9.86%
According to the PURC, electricity tariffs for all customer categories will rise by 9.86%.
The Commission says the adjustment reflects the investment needs of power utilities, expected generation inputs, and macroeconomic indicators such as inflation, the cedi–US dollar exchange rate, and the cost of natural gas.
The review also covered operational expenses and the regulated asset base of utilities for the next five years.
Quarterly tariff reviews will continue, adjusting for variables beyond the control of utility companies, including fuel costs and generation mix.
Water tariffs up by 15.92%
Water tariffs will increase by 15.92% over the 2026–2030 period.
The adjustment, according to the PURC, is based on projected production and sales volumes, non-revenue water levels, expected capital investment requirements, and prevailing macroeconomic conditions.
Under the new tariff structure:
Residential consumers’ charges will rise across consumption bands.
Non-residential, commercial, industrial and public institutions will also see higher rates.
Service charges generally remain unchanged.
For the first time, the MYTO incorporates tariffs for mini-grids serving island and remote communities.
The cost of supplying such communities at uniform national rates has been included in the revenue requirement of the Volta River Authority (VRA), enabling streamlined implementation.
Key variables driving tariff adjustments
The PURC said several factors influenced the new tariffs, including:
Projected electricity generation mix: Thermal at 78.79%, hydro at 20.90%, and renewables at 0.31%.
Weighted Average Cost of Gas (WACoG) increasing to US$7.8749/MMBtu.
Improved targets for transmission and distribution system losses.
Inflation rate assumption of 8% and an exchange rate projection of GHS 12.01 to US$1.
For the water sector, the Commission considered non-revenue water levels, projected to decline to 43%, and updated production and sales expectations for the coming years.
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Nigerian singer 2 Face and wife, Natasha Idibia has caused a stir on social media
A viral video capturing Nigerian music legend 2Baba and his new wife, Natasha, in a heated physical altercation during an Instagram Live session has sparked massive reactions online.
While some netizens have expressed shock and confusion, others criticised the couple, describing what appears to be an unstable marriage as “karma” after 2Baba’s split from his ex-wife Annie Macaulay.
Many have argued that the incident confirmed long-circulating rumours of a troubled relationship marked by allegations of physical abuse reportedly instigated by Natasha.
What happened during the Instagram Live
The controversy deepened when two of 2Baba’s former management members appeared on a live session hosted by Nigerian media personality Daddy Freeze, where they shared troubling revelations about the ‘African Queen’ hitmaker’s marriage.
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From claims of domestic violence and business sabotage to excessive control, 2Baba’s former manager, Kaka, described the revelations as a “cry for help” for the legend.
As the allegations continued for hours, 2Baba abruptly joined the session, threatening Kaka to ‘shut up’.
During the broadcast, Natasha was heard urging her husband to maintain appearances, stating, “Let them know we are together.”
Moments later, the video was interrupted, showing only a brief confrontation between the couple, which escalated into a physical altercation allegedly triggered by Natasha.
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I dont feel any form of pity for 2face,infact I think he is the villain here… he met annie at 15years and all of a sudden Annie lost it,checked into a rehab and he stood up,dust his shoulders and left her at her lowest.. God now gave him a better peace of mind!
The launch was done by the Northern Regional Police Command
The Northern Regional Police Command has launched a special operation aimed at clamping down on criminal activities in the Tamale Metropolis ahead of the festive season.
According to a statement issued by the police on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the operation is to enable citizens and residents of the Metropolis to carry out their daily activities without fear.
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“The operation is designed to allow residents and visitors to carry out their daily activities without fear. Intelligence-driven raids have led to the arrest of multiple suspects involved in various criminal offenses. These suspects have been processed for court, and their cases are currently before the Tamale Circuit Court,” the statement said.
The police further announced that a suspect who engaged the officers in a crossfire situation had been confirmed dead.
“The suspect sustained gunshot injuries and was confirmed dead. The body has been deposited at the Tamale Teaching Hospital for autopsy and further investigation,” it noted.
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The Norther Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to combatting crime in the Metropolis.
“The Police Command encourages public confidence in the Ghana Police Service as strategic measures continue to combat crime, particularly drug-related activities,” it added.
Read the full statement below:
Northern Regional Police Command, in collaboration with the Inspector General of Police’s Special Operations Team, has launched an intensified security operation targeting criminal activities within the Tamale Metropolis.#UTVGhanapic.twitter.com/BSxIMeGDr7
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Sammy Gyamfi with Odeneho Dr Affram Brempong III and the sword presented to him
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has been awarded the prestigious Suma Adinkra Sword, the highest honour of the Suma Traditional Council of the Gyaman Kingdom.
The award was presented by the Paramount Chief of the Suma Traditional Area, Odeneho Dr Affram Brempong III.
The centuries-old honour instituted some 470 years ago, originally celebrated men of exceptional strength.
However, upon ascending the throne in 2014, Odeneho Dr Affram Brempong III reformed the scheme to recognise Ghanaians who exemplify outstanding leadership and service to the nation.
Presenting the sword, locally known as the Afana, the Paramount Chief commended Gyamfi for his leadership at the Ghana Gold Board, noting that his efforts have contributed to Ghana’s improved exchange rate performance.
He praised Gyamfi’s “leadership and courage,” describing him as a personality who embodies the qualities the award seeks to honour.
The chief encouraged the GoldBod CEO to remain steadfast, patient, and vigilant in his work, adding that the recognition should inspire him to continue contributing to national development.
In his response, Gyamfi expressed gratitude to the Suma Traditional Council, dedicating the award to his team at the Ghana Gold Board.
“This award is for my team at GoldBod, and I know it will urge us to do more for the betterment of our beloved country,” he said.
The Suma Traditional Council honoured four distinguished personalities this year.
Other recipients of the highest award include the Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama.
The award has, in previous years, been bestowed on former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, as well as current President John Dramani Mahama.
The Suma Traditional Area, located in the Gyaman North District of the Bono Region, forms a core part of the historic Gyaman Kingdom.
Oral tradition traces the origins of the Suma people to Akwamu-Awanweneso, from where they migrated alongside the Dormaa people before settling in their present location.
Princella Adubea (L) and Chantelle (R) took part in the training
The Black Queens put the finishing touches on their preparations ahead of their historic clash against England at St. Mary’s Stadium on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
This will mark the first-ever meeting between the two sides, with the Lionesses unbeaten in their last 39 first-time encounters (W32 D7) and winners of their last 12 such matches by an aggregate score of 65-1.
On Monday evening, head coach Kim Björkegren guided the team through their final training session on the pitch at St. Mary’s.
The session focused on running, passing, and shooting drills, with a sprinkling of strength exercises to keep the squad sharp ahead of the high-stakes encounter.
Black Queens predicted starting XI against the Lionesses of England
Several key players were in attendance, including Portia Boakye, Cynthia Konlan, Jennifer Cudjoe, Grace Asantewaa, and Doris Boaduwaa, each putting in the work as the team fine-tuned its strategy.
Josephine Bonsu, however, did not participate fully in training due to a minor knock sustained during previous sessions.
However, reports confirmed that she remains available for selection on match day, emphasizing caution over risk.
The Black Queens come into the game unbeaten in their last seven matches across all competitions (W3 D4).
England, by contrast, remain formidable at St. Mary’s as they are yet to concede a goal in their last four games at the venue.
Watch highlights of the training below:
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The New Patriotic Party (NPP) will officially unveil its amended party constitution on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the party headquarters in Accra.
According to an event notice, the launch is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. and is part of the party’s ongoing efforts to strengthen internal governance and align its structures with modern political and organizational demands.
The ceremony will feature the Minority Leader and MP for Effutu, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, as the special guest of the occasion.
The updated constitution introduces reforms designed to enhance transparency, deepen grassroots participation, and position the NPP for more efficient administration and electoral operations ahead of future contests.
The event is expected to attract national executives, Members of Parliament, regional representatives, and other key party stakeholders.
The campaign team of New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant Kwabena Agyei Agyepong (KAA) has formally responded to the high-profile defection of its former Campaign Manager, Ofosu Asamoah, stating the move is “neither unexpected nor disruptive” to its mission.
In a communiqué issued on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the KAA team asserted that their political movement is built on core principles rather than the shifting loyalties of individuals, emphasising a continuation of their grassroots-focused campaign against the monetisation of politics.
The official response, signed by Campaign Spokesperson Nana Ama Asantewaa Kwarko, acknowledged the departure of the former Kade MP, who recently declared his support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
“The campaign team of Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong has taken note of the decision by our former Campaign Manager, Hon. Ofosu Asamoah, to pursue a different political path within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).”
The statement characterised the defection as a normal occurrence in the political landscape: “This development, while unfortunate is neither unexpected nor disruptive to our mission. In the dynamic landscape of politics, such defections are a feature sometimes observed even at the highest levels of national politics.”
The KAA campaign thanked Mr. Ofosu Asamoah for his service and wished him well, immediately pivoting to reassure their base.
“To our supporters, delegates, and the countless Ghanaians who believe in our vision, we say: Do not be perturbed. Our resolve is stronger than ever. This campaign is never about a single person; it is about a fundamental cause…”
The KAA campaign reiterated that its strength lies in its message of “Service, Sacrifice, and Selflessness,” contrasting its approach with that of rival campaigns. They highlighted Ing. Agyepong’s resilience following years of political adversity:
“For a decade, Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong has endured orchestrated political adversity, was ostracized and maligned yet Ing Agyepong has remained steadfast, never turning his back on his beloved NPP. His commitment is forged in resilience, not in the transient allure of resources.”
The statement openly acknowledged the campaign’s lack of funding, positioning it as an anti-corruption and anti-monetization movement:
“We openly acknowledge that we do not possess the vast exchequer available to our fellow Aspirants… Our strength is in our message. A message of hope, unity, and a return to our noble roots and core values of our great party, the NPP, which is resonating powerfully with delegates across the country.”
The KAA team strongly condemned the practice of vote-buying, which they claim led to the party’s “most humiliating recent defeat”—likely referencing the substantial loss of parliamentary seats in recent general elections.
The campaign confirmed that its focus remains locked on securing victory in the upcoming January 31, 2026, presidential primaries.
The spokesperson urged supporters to maintain focus: “We call on all supporters to remain calm, focused, and doubly committed. Let us continue to work hard together, united in purpose, to deliver a victory that will set our party and our nation on the path to true prosperity.”
The communiqué concluded with the rallying cry: “Together, we shall prevail.”
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Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye recieving the award on behalf of President Mahama
