By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent
The constitutional crisis triggered by the September 1, 2025, removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has escalated into an unprecedented high-stakes standoff between the executive and the judiciary. This confrontation centers on the constitutional finality of the removal process versus the fundamental principles of judicial independence, currently paralyzing the formal administrative succession of the country’s apex court.
All is set for the 7th edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Ghana 2025, from 28th to 30th October 2025, at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre.
The high-level conference will bring together policymakers, technology leaders, and industry experts to discuss agribusiness development, food processing, sustainable packaging, and circular economy models.
Taking place biannually, the 7th edition in 2025 will again be a key gathering for Ghana and West Africa’s agrofood and plastprintpack sectors.
A new feature in 2025 is the International Trade Centre (ITC) Pavilion, which brings together exhibitors from Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire under one roof. This regional initiative promotes South-South cooperation and business partnerships within West Africa.
The Netherlands Pavilion will again showcase Dutch innovation and sustainable agri-technology, supported by strong institutional partners from the Netherlands.
The South Africa Pavilion, supported by the Western Cape Government, will also highlight advanced food, beverage, and packaging technologies from leading South African innovators.
Exhibitors from 15 Countries
Companies from China, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Germany, Ghana, India, Kenya, the Netherlands, Nigeria, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates will present technologies, products, and solutions tailored to the Ghanaian and West African markets.
Ghana’s Agrofood & Plastprintpack Market Trends
Investments in the food and beverages sector increased from €59 million in 2017 to €73 million in 2023 (+3.6% per year).
With a population exceeding 40 million in 2024 and projected to reach 80 million by 2050, according to the World Bank, this means Ghana represents a fast-growing consumer market.
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Maame Serwaa is a Kumawood actress
Ghanaian actress Maame Serwaa turned heads at the Silverbird Cinemas on Friday, October 24, 2025, when she arrived for the premiere of Ghanaian TikToker Ben South’s new movie titled 24.
The actress, who is widely admired for her elegance, drew everyone’s attention as she made a grand entrance in the company of some close friends.
Cameras at the event captured the young star in an elegant black straight dress that perfectly accentuated her figure, cinching her waist and revealing a bit of cleavage.
Maame Serwaa, a cast member in the movie, has her own charm, quickly becoming one of the most talked-about highlights and celebrities at the event.
The movie 24, directed by Ghanaian filmmaker Sammy Rasta, is Ben South’s first self-produced film. The TikTok sensation, known for his humor and short skits, has ventured into filmmaking with this debut project, which he describes as a one that is supposed to be a surprise as people struggle to get the subject matter.
The premiere was attended by several Ghanaian respected businessmen, including the CEO of Ghana Music Awards USA. Also, there were a lot of entertainment personalities, including social media influencers and actors, who came to support Ben South’s bold step into the world of film.
The event, held at Silverbird Cinemas in Accra, was filled with excitement and applause, with fans expressing admiration for the young creator’s vision and creativity.
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The 31st December Day Care Centre at Bantama
Only one of the five 31st December Day Care Centres established in Kumasi under the 31st December Women’s Movement remains operational, marking the quiet decline of an initiative once hailed for empowering women and advancing early childhood education.
The centres were founded under the leadership of the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, to support working mothers and promote girl-child education.
In the 1980s and 1990s, they stood as symbols of progress, providing a safe and nurturing environment where mothers could work with peace of mind, knowing their children were cared for.
31st December Movement congratulates women
According to a report by adomonline.com on October 24, 2025, decades later, that vision has largely faded. Four of the centres located at Ash Town, Adum, Asawase, and Sawaba have collapsed.
Some of their buildings have been converted into homes, while others have completely disappeared, overtaken by time and neglect.
At Ash Town, where one of the centres once operated, the scene today tells a story of decline. The headmistress of the nearby Ash M/A Kindergarten, Charity Agyeman Duah, said poor sanitation in the area drove parents away.
“It’s no more functioning, so most parents brought their wards here. I personally wouldn’t take my ward to where there is a refuse dump, so I’ve written letters to stakeholders to assist. I wish they can be able to do something about it,” she said.
At Bantama, the only surviving centre continues to function and now runs classes up to Junior High School Three (JHS 3).
Teachers there, though declining to speak on camera, expressed pride in preserving the founder’s legacy, even as they struggle with limited resources and minimal external support.
Nana Konadu loses case against aggrieved 31st December colleagues
The Bantama centre’s endurance stands as more than an administrative success, it is a living tribute to the 31st December Women’s Movement and its vision for women’s empowerment and children’s education.
Where laughter once echoed across five communities, only one still rings today.
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Scenes at Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings’ residence following her passing
The event reached over 260 students, introducing them to the wonders of nuclear science
A single question sparked a powerful vision to open the world of science and technology to young Africans. That vision gave birth to the African Centre for Nuclear Education & Training (ACNET), an initiative dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation to explore the boundless opportunities within nuclear science.
In partnership with Passion Bearers Worldwide, founded by Pastor John Bosco Brempong, ACNET launched its first outreach program on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Ghana Police Model Basic School in Accra.
The event reached over 260 students, introducing them to the wonders of nuclear science through interactive learning, lively discussions, and engaging demonstrations.
The session began with a question: “How many of you have heard of Nuclear Science?” To everyone’s surprise, very few hands were raised. Yet, after just a few hours of engaging exploration and discovery, the question was asked again at the end of the session, and every student’s hand went up, a powerful symbol of curiosity awakened and potential unlocked.
“This was more than just an educational session,” said Innocent Y. Tsorxe, founder of ACNET. “It was a transformation. Students left not only informed but inspired to dream bigger and
see themselves as part of Africa’s scientific future.”
During the program, Pastor John Bosco Brempong encouraged the students to take their learning seriously and to live their lives with purity and purpose, reminding them that education is not just about knowledge but about shaping character and making meaningful contributions to society.
ACNET’s founder, Innocent Y. Tsorxe, also shared his personal journey. He initially pursued General Art in high school to steer away from science. However, his introduction to college-
Level science courses rekindled his passion, ultimately leading him to become a scientist.
He emphasised to the students that any dream can be achieved through hard work and commitment, inspiring them to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, especially encouraging our young girls.
The collaboration with Passion Bearers Worldwide, an organisation with over 11 years of experience in youth-focused educational initiatives, brought energy and expertise to the programme’s success.
ACNET expressed heartfelt appreciation to Madam Florence, the headmistress of the school and teachers at Ghana Police Model Basic School for their warm support and partnership in making this initiative impactful for the young boys and girls.
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The National Service Authority (NSA) has cautioned the public, particularly prospective national service personnel, to disregard unauthorised links circulating on social media and other online platforms claiming to provide information on postings or pre-deployment processes.
In a statement, the Authority said these links are fraudulent and have no connection with the NSA, stressing that no official postings or pre-deployment details have been released.
“All official updates will be communicated only through the NSA’s verified communication channels,” the statement emphasised.
The Authority also urged the public to exercise vigilance and avoid sharing personal information on suspicious websites.
It warned that individuals found engaging in fraudulent activities would be reported to the appropriate authorities for prosecution.
The Northern Business Fair opened at Tamale’s Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium to an impressive turnout of exhibitors and visitors.
Joana Abombisa, Senior Export Development Officer at the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), described the collaboration with Channel One TV and Citi FM as a “valuable platform” for promoting Made-in-Ghana products to a wider audience. She added that GEPA sponsored around twenty exhibitors to participate in the fair’s first edition.
Bukari Mohammed, Regional Manager of the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), called the initiative a “rare opportunity” for local businesses to gain exposure and expand their market reach.
He praised Channel One TV and Citi FM for their consistent record of impactful programmes and reaffirmed GEA’s commitment to sustaining the partnership.
According to him, the fair has provided businesses in Northern Ghana with a unique platform to showcase their products and services to a national audience.
Issifu Adam, Branch Manager of Ecobank Tamale, also commended the organisers for creating a space that allowed the bank to engage directly with clients, promote its services, and strengthen customer relationships.
Organised by Channel One TV and Citi FM, the fair celebrates “Made-in-Ghana” excellence, bringing together small and medium enterprises, start-ups, research institutions, and local brands from the Savannah, Northern, North East, Upper East, and Upper West Regions.
Northern Business Fair 2025 is powered by Channel One TV and Citi FM, and proudly sponsored by Ecobank, Syde Hassle, GEA, and GEPA, with support from Kacstone Records.
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Sofia, Oct. 25, GNA/BTA – Six people have been arrested for migrant trafficking through Bulgaria and Serbia to Western Europe, as part of a specialized police operation by the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (GDCOC) and the General Directorate Border Police (GDBP), the Ministry of Interior announced Saturday. The operation took place on October 22 in Sofia, Plovdiv, Pazardzhik, and Montana.
One of the arrested suspected traffickers is believed to be in a high-ranking position in the hierarchy of international trafficking. Three of the suspects have been formally charged and placed in pre-trial detention, the Ministry added.
During the investigation, three properties and one vehicle were searched. Mobile phones, EUR 5,120, car rental agreements, vehicle registration documents, payment orders, and other items related to criminal activity were seized. Eleven witnesses have been interviewed. The investigation and police actions are supervised by a prosecutor from the Sofia City Prosecutor’s Office. Work on the case is ongoing.
Border Police officers began working to uncover the criminal scheme at the beginning of 2025, the Interior Ministry noted. “For two consecutive years, we have achieved a 70% reduction in migrant pressure,” said Border Police Chief Anton Zlatanov at the International Conference “Bulgaria in Schengen”, held here on Friday.
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The Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf, has praised Channel One TV/Citi FM for promoting entrepreneurship and innovation in northern Ghana through the maiden Northern Business Fair in Tamale.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister at the opening ceremony on Saturday, 25 October, the Municipal Chief Executive for Sagnarigu, Iddrisu Imoro, described the fair as more than just a marketplace, calling it a key platform for learning, networking, and inspiring new business ideas.
He commended Channel One TV for bringing together over 150 entrepreneurs, exhibitors, and investors at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium to showcase locally made products and services across sectors including agriculture, technology, crafts, and renewable energy.
“This fair is a powerful example of how collaboration between media, government and the private sector can achieve. Channel One TV deserves special commendation for taking this national programme to the grassroots, helping indigenous businesses to showcase their products, tell their stories and connect with investors. I wish to once again commend Channel One TV for this initiative,” he said.
Mr Imoro urged participating businesses to make the most of the fair by forming partnerships, exchanging ideas, and advocating for policies that support sustainable enterprise development in northern Ghana.
“I wish to encourage you to take full advantage of this opportunity, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, engage with exhibitors and participate in discussions during the fair,” he said.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for businesses.
“I wish to assure you of the government’s continuous commitment to creating a conducive business environment that provides access to financing and market accessibility,” he added.
Business owners expressed satisfaction with patronage on the opening day, citing impressive sales and valuable networking opportunities.
The two-day event, organised by Channel One TV in collaboration with Citi FM, showcased locally made goods such as rice, groundnut paste, shea butter, dawadawa, honey, soya milk, and handwoven textiles.
Participants described the fair as a timely platform for exposure, collaboration, and increased sales, reflecting the enthusiasm of both exhibitors and visitors.
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Dutch-Ghanaian forward, Brian Brobbey
Dutch-Ghanaian forward, Brian Brobbey came off the bench to deliver a crucial assist as Sunderland stunned Chelsea 2-1 in a dramatic Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Brobbey, who replaced Wilson Isidor in the 75th minute, made an instant impact.
With the score level deep into stoppage time, he showed composure beyond measure, holding off Chelsea’s defenders before slipping a perfect pass to Chemsdine Talbi.
The midfielder calmly curled the ball into the bottom corner, sending the away fans into wild celebration.
Chelsea had started strong, taking the lead in the fourth minute through Alejandro Garnacho after a clever pass from Pedro Neto.
Sunderland hit back in the 22nd minute when Isidor pounced on a loose ball inside the box to level the score.
Brobbey’s late brilliance completed Sunderland’s comeback, earning them a famous victory and moving them up to second on the league table.
The Black Cats now turn their attention to their next Premier League match against Everton on November 3.
Voters cast their ballots at a polling station in Agboville
Voters in the Ivory Coast are casting ballots for president with incumbent Alassane Ouattara the overwhelming favourite as he runs for a fourth term.
Nearly nine million Ivorians will vote on Saturday from 8am to 6pm (08:00 to 18:00 GMT), choosing from a field of five contenders.
Opposition heavyweights, however, aren’t running for the post. Former President Laurent Gbagbo and former Credit Suisse CEO Tidjane Thiam have been barred from standing, the former for a criminal conviction and the latter for acquiring French citizenship.
Critics said the exclusion of key candidates has given Ouattara, 83, an unfair advantage and essentially cleared the way for his fourth term.
None of his four rivals represents an established party nor do they have the reach of the ruling Rally of Houphouetistes for Democracy and Peace (RHDP).
Agribusinessman and former Trade Minister Jean-Louis Billon, 60, hopes to rally backers from his former party, the Democratic Party, while former first lady Simone Ehivet Gbagbo, 76, is looking to garner votes from supporters of her ex-husband.
The left-wing vote hangs in the balance between Gbagbo and Ahoua Don Mello, a civil engineer and independent Pan-African with Russian sympathies. Henriette Lagou Adjoua, one of the first two women to run for the presidency during the 2015 election, is representing a centrist coalition, the Group of Political Partners for Peace.
At the Riviera Golf 1 Primary School in the Ivory Coast’s economic capital, Abidjan, where Gbagbo is expected to cast her vote, the atmosphere appeared calm as the first voters began to queue in the early hours of Saturday.
“This vote means a lot to us,” Konate Adama told Al Jazeera. “We need a candidate to emerge from these elections. It will lead us towards peace, wisdom and tranquillity.”
Turnout will be key as the opposition continues to call for a boycott. About 8.7 million people aged above 18 are eligible to vote in a country of 33 million with a median age of 18.3.
To win, a candidate must take an absolute majority of the votes. A second round will take place if no one clears that hurdle.
Controversial fourth term.
Results are expected early next week, and observers forecast Ouattara to win the more than 50 percent needed to secure victory in the first round.
The octogenarian has wielded power in the world’s top cocoa producer since 2011 when the country began reasserting itself as a West African economic powerhouse.
Under the constitution, presidents may serve a maximum of two terms. Ouattara argues a major constitutional change implemented in 2016 “reset” his limit.
The decision has angered his detractors. Opposition and civil society groups also complain of restrictions on Ouattara’s critics and a climate of fear.
About 44,000 security forces were deployed across the country to keep protests in check, especially in opposition strongholds in the south and west. A night-time curfew was in place on Friday and Saturday in the region where the political capital, Yamoussoukro, is located.
Authorities said they want to avoid “chaos” and a repeat of unrest surrounding the 2020 presidential election. According to official figures, 85 people died then while the opposition said there were more than 200 deaths.
Opposition parties have encouraged Ivorians to protest against Ouattara’s predicted fourth term. On Monday, an Independent Electoral Commission building was torched.
The government has responded by banning demonstrations, and the judiciary has sentenced several dozen people to three years in prison for disturbing the peace.
In 2010, the country was plunged into a conflict that killed at least 3,000 people after the presidential election between Gbagbo and Ouattara.
A single question sparked a powerful vision to open the world of science and technology to young Africans. That vision gave birth to the African Centre for Nuclear Education & Training
(ACNET), an initiative dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation to explore the boundless opportunities within nuclear science.
In partnership with Passion Bearers Worldwide, founded by Pastor John Bosco Brempong, ACNET launched its first outreach program on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Ghana Police Model Basic School in Accra.
The event reached over 260 students, introducing them to the wonders of nuclear science through interactive learning, lively discussions, and engaging demonstrations.
The session began with a question: “How many of you have heard of Nuclear Science?” To everyone’s surprise, very few hands were raised. Yet, after just a few hours of engaging exploration and discovery, the question was asked again at the end of the session, and every student’s hand went up, a powerful symbol of curiosity awakened and potential unlocked.
“This was more than just an educational session,” said Innocent Y. Tsorxe, founder of ACNET. “It was a transformation. Students left not only informed but inspired to dream bigger and
see themselves as part of Africa’s scientific future.”
During the program, Pastor John Bosco Brempong encouraged the students to take their learning seriously and to live their lives with purity and purpose, reminding them that education is not just about knowledge but about shaping character and making meaningful contributions to society.
ACNET’s founder, Innocent Y. Tsorxe, also shared his personal journey. He initially pursued General Art in high school to steer away from science. However, his introduction to college-
Level science courses rekindled his passion, ultimately leading him to become a scientist.
He emphasised to the students that any dream can be achieved through hard work and commitment, inspiring them to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, especially encouraging our young girls.
The collaboration with Passion Bearers Worldwide, an organisation with over 11 years of experience in youth-focused educational initiatives, brought energy and expertise to the programme’s success.
ACNET expressed heartfelt appreciation to Madam Florence, the headmistress of the school and teachers at Ghana Police Model Basic School for their warm support and partnership in making this initiative impactful for the young boys and girls.
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The late Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
Irene Naa Torshie Addo, an advocate for women and children’s right, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late former First Lady of Ghana, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, following news of her passing.
In a statement on October 25, 2025, Naa Torshie Addo described Nana Konadu as “one of Ghana’s most courageous daughters and transformative leaders”, noting that her passing represents not only a personal loss to many but also a national tragedy.
“Her loss is not only personal to many of us who admired her strength, but also national, for Ghana has lost one of its most courageous daughters and transformative leaders,” she said.
Reflecting on the legacy of the late First Lady, Naa Torshie Addo highlighted the immense contributions Nana Konadu made through the 31st December Women’s Movement, an initiative that revolutionized women’s empowerment in Ghana.
Crying More than the Bereaved: Woman thrown out of Nana Konadu’s house for crying out loudly
She credited the movement with transforming “passion into policy” by creating opportunities for women and children across the country. Through initiatives that built schools, skills training centres and cooperatives, Nana Konadu gave practical meaning to empowerment and helped countless rural women achieve economic independence.
“She opened spaces for rural women to learn, work and lead. She made empowerment practical by building schools, skills centres, and cooperatives that gave women and children real choices and opportunities,” Naa Torshie Addo noted.
Naa Torshie Addo also spoke about the lessons she drew from Nana Konadu’s example, emphasising that leadership, as exemplified by the former First Lady, is earned through conviction, sacrifice and service not inherited.
“From her, I learnt that leadership demands courage the courage to stand for what is right, to speak when silence is convenient and to act when others hesitate,” she said.
She described the late Nana Konadu as “a phenomenon whose voice carried strength, clarity, and an unyielding belief in Ghana’s potential.”
Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings was the wife of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings and played a prominent role in Ghanaian politics and social advocacy.
She was widely recognised for her leadership in championing women’s rights, community development, and economic empowerment across the country through her work with the 31st December Women’s Movement.
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Dr Zanetor departs Jubilee House after notifying government of mother’s passing
Scenes from Accra Ridge Hospital after news of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings’ death
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Nigeria president, Bola Tinubu
Nigeria’s president has replaced top security officials as the West African country grapples with unabated violence in the conflict-hit north and myriad security challenges.
Friday’s shake-up comes as the government has denied rumours of a coup plot in the wake of local media reports that more than a dozen military officers were arrested in September, including a brigadier general and a colonel.
“I have approved changes in the hierarchy of our armed forces to further strengthen Nigeria’s national security architecture,” President Bola Tinubu said in a brief statement.
According to the presidential spokesperson, Tinubu fired three top security officials on Friday – Christopher Musa, chief of defence staff; Emmanuel Ogalla, chief of naval staff, and Hassan Abubakar, chief of air staff.
Tinubu appointed Olufemi Oluyede, the former chief of army staff, as the new chief of defence staff.
Shaibu, I Abbas and SK Aneke were appointed as the chiefs of army, air force, and naval staff.
The president tasked them with improving “the professionalism, vigilance and comradeship that define the Armed Forces of Nigeria,” spokesperson Sunday Dare said in a statement.
While the military on Saturday denied that there was a coup plot, local media and some analysts are not convinced.
“Military leadership reshuffle is a very normal and regular procedure in Nigeria,” Confidence MacHarry, a security analyst at Lagos-based consultancy SBM Intelligence, told the AFP news agency.
At the same time, the “military has failed to convincingly deny” the alleged coup plot, he said.
“This shake-up could thus be a means of taking the wind out of the sails of coup plotters” who reportedly complained about career stagnation “or as a means of punishment for the military chiefs for their failure to improve security”, he added.
‘Prioritising’ protection
The changes also come as Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, was shaken by protests this week. Police fired tear gas and arrested dozens of demonstrators who took to the streets to demand the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra separatist group that seeks independence for Nigeria’s southeastern region.
A wide spectrum of armed groups operate across the country.
In the north, Boko Haram, Nigeria’s homegrown armed group, this year mounted a major resurgence. The group took up arms in 2009 to fight Western education and impose its radical version of Islamic law.
Meanwhile, criminal groups specialising in kidnapping for ransom and looting – commonly referred to as bandits – are also dominant.
In recent months, armed group fighters have repeatedly overrun military outposts, mined roads with bombs and raided civilian communities, raising fears of a possible return to the peak insecurity of a decade ago.
Earlier this year, the US government approved the sale of $346m in arms to bolster Nigeria’s fight against insurgency and criminal groups.
Meanwhile, regionally in the past three years, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger each saw a military takeover – a trend that analysts warn could continue across West Africa.
“Some of us saw these changes coming,” said Senator Iroegbu, a security analyst based in Abuja told The Associated Press.
“This also means that in the current state of events, the administration [in Nigeria] might be prioritising regime protection above any other security threats.”
Over 700 residents from five communities in the Kwahu East and South municipalities have benefited from a free medical outreach exercise organised by the Rotary Club of Accra Ridge.
The two-day outreach saw residents of Kotoso, Zekorpe, Asempaneye, Tokrom, Hyewohoden, and parts of the Kwahu Ridge area receive healthcare services including malaria testing, diabetes screening, and treatment for hypertension, skin conditions, intestinal worms, and diarrhoea.
In addition to consultations and treatment, 255 residents were enrolled on the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), securing access to basic healthcare beyond the outreach.
The Club President, Oppong Agyare Agyeman-Anane, explained that the medical outreach was a reminder that good health should not be a privilege but a right.
“With the support of our partners and sponsors, we will continue to extend healthcare to communities like Kotoso and ensure that Rotary’s presence is felt where it matters most,” he emphasised.
He said that, as captured in this year’s Rotary theme, the Club remained committed to “Uniting for Good — one community at a time,” adding that they were preparing for the fifth edition of the programme, with plans to expand its reach to more communities in the Eastern Region.
The lead physician for the exercise, Dr Alex Menka, observed that the outreach helped to bridge critical healthcare gaps for vulnerable families.
The Assemblyman for the area, James Dornu Tanihu, described the outreach as a welcome relief for households struggling under economic hardship.
A past President of the Rotary Club of Accra Ridge, Yaa Ohenewaa Nkrumah, expressed gratitude to the doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and district health officers who had supported the programme over the years.
“Their dedication has been central to the success of this initiative,” she remarked.
The residents expressed appreciation for the outreach, with one beneficiary describing it as “a blessing” that provided both treatment and renewed hope after months without medical attention.
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Billionaire politician and husband of actress Regina Daniels, Prince Ned Nwoko, has broken his silence after a viral video surfaced online linking him with a young woman.
In a public statement shared on his Instagram page, Ned Nwoko clarified that the woman in question had visited him as part of a team under the Peace Ambassadors initiative led by Ambassador Dr. Adejo Sule — not for any personal reason.
He explained that photos were taken during the visit, as is usually the case whenever he receives guests, but some people have now twisted the moment for clout.
“It is unfortunate what social media has become — a space where moments are easily twisted for clout and misinformation,” he wrote.
Nwoko went on to describe the claims as “mischievous and malicious,” stating clearly that he has no personal or private connection with the woman being circulated online.
He further warned individuals and media platforms spreading the story to stop immediately, adding that the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015 is still in force and will be used against anyone found guilty of spreading falsehood.
In his words:
“Let me state clearly and unequivocally that the news being propagated around her visit is entirely false. I do not have any form of personal or private connection with her.”
“Any further propagation of this false narrative will attract appropriate legal action.”
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By Dennis Peprah
Fiapre (Bono), Oct. 25, GNA -The Catholic University of Ghana (CUG) at the weekend graduated 1,606 students who had undergone postgraduates and undergraduate course at the institution.
They comprise 347 postgraduates and 1,260 undergraduates.
The institution also admitted 2,169 fresh students to pursue various degrees and diplomas course at the university.
Speaking at the 24th congregation and 36th matriculation ceremony at the university’s main campus at Fiapre in the Sunyani Municipality, Professor Matthew Glover Addo, the Vice-Chancellor of the CUG emphasised that education remained the cornerstone of national development.
He said at the critical juncture of the nation’s transformation, there was an urgent need to prioritize quality over mere quantity in education.
Prof Addo noted that the country made significant strides in access to education, hence the need to turn attention to improving educational standards and ensuring relevance, competence, and excellence in teaching and learning.
“We must also ensure that our graduates become agents of change in our rapidly changing world”, he stated, saying the role of private universities played in the development of the nation’s tertiary education could not be overemphasised.
Prof Addo therefore appealed to the government to continue to support private universities by making vital resources, like books, relevant software and transport facilities available to them as well.
He advised the graduates to use the knowledge they had acquired to serve and improve dignity of human life, promotion of justice for all, quality of personal and family life, the protection of nature, search for peace and political stability, and a new economic and political order.
“The degree you receive today is not just a paper, but a call to duty to serve your communities, to innovate, to lead with humility, and to be solution-oriented citizens”, he advised the graduates, saying, “Ghana and Africa are looking up to you to be the change-makers of our time.”
Prof Addo also urged the freshers to remain disciplined and make good use of their time at the university’s serene environment that fostered academic excellence.
“Both Academic and non-academic staff are available to assist you to have the most pleasant educational experience, so make use of the resources, mentors, and community around you”, he stated.
Prof Addo added that” “University life is not just about passing examinations, but also about discovering your purpose, developing a critical mind, honing your talents, and preparing to make meaningful contributions to society”.
In a speech read on his behalf, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, said the government perceived higher education as essential to the socio-economic upliftment nation.
He said the mandate of universities were not only to churn out skill graduates, but also engage community to foster inclusive growth.
Mr Iddrisu tasked the universities to endeavour to produce graduates who met the demand of contemporary labour with Artificial Intelligence and critical thinking adaptability and also imbibe students with the values of honesty and respect for human dignity.
The CUG was established in 2002 by the Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference with the mandate to produce graduates who blend academic excellence with the requisite moral and spiritual values.
It emphasizes good ethical and moral grounding in its curriculum and prepares students to think critically and provide solutions to real-world challenges and also provide selfless service to their communities and countries.
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Edited by Benjamin Mensah
Black Stars striker, Brandon Thomas-Asante
Black Stars striker, Brandon Thomas-Asante was on the scoresheet again as Coventry City defeated Watford at home in the ongoing 2025/2026 English Championship.
Brandon Thomas-Asante opened the scoring against Watford at the Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday, October 25, 2025, as Coventry City cruised to a comfortable 3-1 victory.
The Ghanaian has now scored or assisted in his last 6 games in the English Championship for Coventry City.
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He has now scored 9 goals and provided 3 assists in the 2025/2026 Championship season after matchday 12.
Coventry City are now leading the Championship table with 28 points after 12 games.
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🚨 GOAL: Brandon Thomas-Asante 3′
Championship | 🏴 Coventry City – Watfordpic.twitter.com/DPzOT8HaOv
— Goals Xtra (@GoalsXtra) October 25, 2025
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Tensions within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) escalated in the Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri constituency as a group of nearly 30 delegates publicly confronted Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, accusing party officials of rigging the 2023 Presidential Primaries to favour Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
The confrontation, which unfolded during Mr Agyapong’s ongoing campaign tour in the North East Region, centered on allegations that delegates’ support for him was systematically suppressed, resulting in a complete shutout for the former Assin Central MP despite substantial backing.
The incident occurred amid Mr Agyapong’s efforts to rally support ahead of the party’s upcoming Presidential Primaries elections, where he has been making appeals to northern delegates.
In the constituency, known for its strong ethnic ties to Dr Bawumia, a cluster of over two dozen delegates approached Mr Agyapong at a local gathering in the constituency capital, presenting what they described as tangible proof of their intended votes.
These included handwritten tally sheets, witness affidavits from polling stations, and mobile phone recordings capturing discrepancies between voter intentions and official results.
The delegates claimed that during the primaries held on November 4, 2023, they had mobilized at least 40 per cent of the local vote for Mr Agyapong, based on pre-poll surveys and door-to-door canvassing, yet the final tally recorded zero votes for him.
This revelation has reignited long-simmering grievances from the primaries, where Dr Bawumia secured a landslide victory with 61.47 per cent of the national vote, or 118,210 ballots, while Mr Agyapong finished second with 37.41 per cent, or 71,996 votes.
In the North East Region, Dr. Bawumia’s dominance was particularly pronounced, with the Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri results reflecting a near-unanimous sweep that delegates now attribute to manipulation rather than genuine preference.
The constituency, part of a broader pattern in northern strongholds, contributed to Dr Bawumia’s overwhelming regional lead, but the zero score for Mr Agyapong has fueled suspicions of foul play, including ballot stuffing, voter intimidation, and the exclusion of pro-Agyapong monitors.
A delegate, Mark Kofi Amogbe, who showed phone recordings of his vote for Kennedy Agyapong, said, “This time around for Ken, he should be wild and deploy serious polling agents and not trust the party executives,” he added.
“Ken got 25 votes in Bunkpurugu, but the votes were not counted.”
Mr Agyapong, who has positioned himself as a reformist voice within the NPP, listened intently as the delegates laid out their evidence, nodding in acknowledgment of their frustration.
“They would come to you, telling you we are your brothers, vote for us, but I want to ask you: looking at the conditions of your roads, do you have brothers here? When it comes to development, are you not part of Ghana? Why must your roads be in this state, yet they claim to be your brothers? This time, I’m also watching.”
Kennedy’s campaign has increasingly focused on northern outreach, following similar stops in Walewale and Yunyoo, where he urged delegates to allocate him a fair share of votes despite regional loyalties to Bawumia.
The former MP’s tour underscores persistent divisions from the primaries, which pitted establishment figures like Bawumia against more populist challengers like Agyapong, whose grassroots appeal resonated in areas like the Central and Volta regions but faltered in the north.
In response to the allegations, the Bunkpurugu Constituency Executive Committee issued a firm denial through its secretary, Moses Bumbom.
The statement, released late Thursday, rejected any notion of electoral malpractice, insisting that the primaries adhered strictly to party protocols supervised by the Electoral Commission. It further described the claims as not only false and misleading but also maliciously intended to damage the integrity of both the constituency and regional executives.
Officials emphasized that vote counts were transparent, with observers from all aspirants present, and attributed Mr Agyapong’s poor showing to a lack of local mobilization rather than interference. They called on aggrieved members to channel concerns through official party channels instead of public spectacles that could undermine unity.
The statement also accused the individuals of having collected money from Kennedy Agyapong’s team but failing to vote for him and now making the false allegations to cover up their own dishonesty and betrayal.
“In view of the gravity of the matter, the Constituency Executive will convene an emergency meeting to refer the said individuals to the Party’s Disciplinary Committee for investigation and appropriate sanctions in accordance with the party’s constitution.”
The confrontation highlights deeper fractures in the NPP, which suffered a stinging defeat in the December 2024 general elections, where Dr Bawumia lost to President John Mahama of the National Democratic Congress.
Experts point to the primaries’ fallout as a key factor in the party’s underwhelming voter turnout, with many Agyapong supporters feeling alienated by perceived favoritism toward Dr Bawumia.
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An accident on the Tatale–Zabzugu road on Friday night, October 24, claimed three lives and left more than ten others injured.
According to reports, the crash occurred when a Kia truck with registration number GW-5828-17, carrying traders returning from the Kukpalgu market, collided with a stationary Motorking tricycle that had broken down and been left on the road.
Eyewitnesses said the bright lights from an oncoming vehicle from the Zabzugu direction impaired the Kia truck driver’s visibility, causing him to crash into the stationary tricycle.
Two people reportedly died on the spot, while another died upon arrival at the Tatale District Hospital. Over ten others who sustained injuries are receiving treatment at the same hospital.
The bodies of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue.
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My wife is the kind of woman who tells her family everything that happens in our marriage — literally everything. I’ve tried so many times to explain to her that there should be boundaries, that some things are meant to stay between husband and wife, but she never listens. She tells her mother about the times we argue, when we have bad sex, when I can’t give her money, or even when she suspects that I might have another woman.
After a while, I got tired. I started distancing myself emotionally just to protect my peace. Whenever I suspected she had complained about me to her mother, I would ignore her mom’s calls. I respect my father-in-law a lot, but unfortunately, he doesn’t have much say in their home. His wife runs the show, so talking to him about anything feels like talking to a wall.
One night, something strange happened — my wife didn’t come home. We hadn’t fought or even argued that day. I called her phone several times until she finally answered late in the night and said, “I’m sleeping at my parents’ house. I came here to visit them, but it got late so I decided to stay.”
Something about her tone didn’t sound right. I had a gut feeling she was lying, so I called her father to…..Read Full Story Here…………….
Regina Daniels has been seen living her best life on a private jet after taking a short break from social media.
The actress had accused her husband Ned of violence while her siblings claimed the older politician sent thugs to beat her.
In response, Ned Nwoko accused her of drug and alcohol abuse, stating that she gets violent and destroys things as a result.
Since then, Regina has not shared any post until today.
The actress posted a video on her Instagram Stories, showing her taking shots of wine with her friends on a private jet.
“Morale, high!” Regina chanted in the video.
Regina was also seen without the new wedding ring her husband gave her just days before things went south. She left her ring finger bare in the new video.
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Following the official ceremony, the newly appointed ambassador to Brazil, Nii Amassa Namoale, has formally assumed full diplomatic powers and responsibilities in the Federative Republic of Brazil.
Expressing satisfaction after the event, Ambassador Namoale remarked, “After the ceremony, I am now complete with all the powers of an Ambassador in the Federative Republic of Brazil.
Former Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina, who was ousted in a coup last week, has been stripped of his citizenship by the new regime.
The order, signed by new Prime Minister Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo, cited local laws stipulating that people who acquired foreign citizenship should lose their Malagasy nationality.
Rajoelina, 51, obtained French citizenship a decade ago, prompting calls for his disqualification from the 2023 presidential election. But he defied those calls and went on to win.
He fled the African island nation after weeks of protests over persistent power and water shortages, culminating in a military takeover led by Col Michael Randrianirina.
Rajoelina has said he has gone into hiding for his own safety, and his whereabouts remain unclear.
When he disclosed his French nationality months before Madagascar’s last presidential election, he argued he had only secretly acquired it to make things easier for his children studying in France.
In recent weeks, he had faced demonstrations initially organised by youth movement Gen Z Mada and inspired by similar anti-government protests in Nepal, which were only exacerbated when his government responded with violence.
Rajoelina sacked his energy minister and then his government – but this did little to quell the calls for him to step down.
Protesters had hoped that Rajoelina would resign to pave the way for a smooth, democratic transition.
Instead, he clung to power, eventually leading to Madagascar’s elite military unit, of which Randrianirina was chief, to seize power.
He has now been sworn in and has formed a new government, pledging to hold elections within two years.
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A resident rescuing the electrician
An electrician narrowly escaped death on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Lapaz-Tabora in Accra after suffering a severe electric shock while working on a power line.
The incident was captured in a viral video that has since circulated widely on social media, drawing numerous reactions from netizens.
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According to the post, the victim sustained serious burns on one leg and arm.
Per reports, swift intervention by residents at the scene helped rescue the victim from the pole, after which he was immediately transported to a hospital for medical attention.
See the post below:
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An electrician narrowly escaped deàth this afternoon at Lapaz-Tabora after súffering a severe electric shock while clinging to an electric pole during repair works on a power line.
The victim sustá!ned serious búrns on one leg and arm. Swift… pic.twitter.com/Nb7xb8MXy3
— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) October 25, 2025
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Faqua explained that there were several visions about his life, but he would only share those he was permitted to, according to divine guidance.
Nigerian actor Shawn Faqua revealed that he first learned about his marriage through a divine dream before it became a reality.
He made this known on Instagram, where he posted a screenshot of an old message from someone who had earlier informed him about the revelation.
At least 14 people have reportedly been seriously injured following a crash involving a Sprinter bus and a stationary tipper truck at Atwedie near Konongo on the Kumasi–Accra Highway.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025, when the Sprinter bus, with registration number GR 6626-22, reportedly rammed into the stationary truck while negotiating a curve.
Assembly Member for the Atwedie Electoral Area, Patrick Antwi Kakari, told journalists that it took the intervention of firefighters to rescue trapped passengers from the wreckage. The victims were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Mr Kakari also disclosed that at least two other accidents had occurred on the same stretch since dawn, leading to heavy traffic and prompting calls for urgent road safety interventions in the area.
Nollywood actress and entrepreneur, Ifu Ennada, has shared a powerful testimony about surviving a series of near-death experiences, memory loss, and intense spiritual battles.
In a lengthy post on Instagram, the Big Brother Naija star revealed that over the past one and a half years, she has battled severe health issues and spiritual attacks that nearly took her life.
According to her, the most recent episode happened on July 23 — her birthday — when she suddenly woke up with no memory of who she was.
“Without any warning, I suddenly woke up with no memory of who I was. It felt like I was on a strange planet where I had no past, knew no one, and had no purpose,” she wrote.
Ifu explained that even after being shown pictures and videos of her family, she still couldn’t remember them. She described the experience as terrifying, saying it felt like her entire life before that day had been wiped clean.
Despite the ordeal, the actress said she never forgot God during her period of amnesia.
“Through the help of the Holy Spirit, I did not forget God. I remembered there was someone called Holy Spirit, Jesus, and God. Then I remembered my name — Faith — and its meaning in Hebrews 11:1,” she said.
Ifu credited her recovery to divine intervention, saying her mother — a prayer warrior — and medical help played key roles, but it was ultimately God who restored her.
“My testimony is that God intervened, He showed me mercy, He healed me, and gave me a new meaning to Psalm 118:5. To the glory of His name, I am fully restored,” she added.
She noted that her business suffered during her illness, but she believes God is set to relaunch it bigger and better.
Ifu said she decided to go public with her story after feeling led by the Holy Spirit during the recent Hallelujah Challenge, adding that she wanted to publicly thank God for saving her life.
“Please, just help me glorify God because my enemies wanted to ‘unalive’ me, but He helped me and saved me. I am a woman helped by God!”
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The use of local languages as a medium of instruction is now compulsory in all basic schools across the country, the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed.
He explained that the move forms part of efforts to improve teaching and learning outcomes at the foundational level.
The Minister gave the directive on Friday at the official launch of the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disability initiative by President John Dramani Mahama in Accra.
Mr Iddrisu noted that the President had emphasised the need to shift focus to basic education in order to improve learning outcomes at that level.
“Mr President, the story is told of a young girl whose teacher somewhere in the Ashanti Region went in and was waxing English, teaching at those early stages of development. Then, the child told the teacher that, ‘try to speak a little Twi, so that I can understand you’,” the Minister stated.
“So, Mr. President, in line with that and with your authority, I am directing the Director General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the GES that from today, teacher use of mother tongue instruction is now compulsory in all Ghanaian schools.”
The Minister further directed the GES to ensure strict enforcement of the directive.
“That a Ghanaian child was not born into an English family but a proud Ashanti Akan family and deserves to learn. This is part of President Mahama’s Reset Agenda,” he said.
Touching on the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disability initiative, Mr Iddrisu said President Mahama was not only fulfilling a major campaign promise but also demonstrating that he remained a compassionate leader committed to improving the lives of vulnerable Ghanaians.
He explained that the initiative was aimed at ensuring inclusivity and giving true meaning to the belief that disability is not inability.
Mr Iddrisu announced that the new stress-free fees initiative would cost the state and the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) about GHS31 million.
“President Mahama has asked me to assure you that so long as he is President, from now until 2028, the GETFund will commit GHS50 million every other year to support a new disability fee and other associated interventions,” he said.
The Minister reiterated President Mahama’s commitment to expanding access to quality and relevant education.
He disclosed that during President Mahama’s recent visit to China, his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, as part of his birthday celebration, gifted Ghana a grant of 200 million Chinese Yuan Renminbi (equivalent to 30 million US dollars).
Mr Iddrisu noted that President Mahama had since directed that the 30 million dollar Chinese grant be used to establish a Science University in Damongo, the Savannah Regional capital.
He said the President recognised that access to quality secondary and higher education remained a challenge in some parts of the country and acknowledged the continued role of the church in partnering the state in the provision of higher education.
“Accordingly, President Mahama is dedicating the 200 million RMB for the start and establishment of a Catholic Science University in Damongo in the Savannah Region. So that, at least, that will be done,” the Minister said.
Mr Iddrisu added that two additional new technical universities would be established in Jasikan in the Oti Region and Techiman in the Bono East Region.
Haruna Iddrisu is the Minister of Education
The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, received a warm reception at Mawuli School in Ho as the institution marked its 75th anniversary celebration.
In a video post shared by GTV Ghana on X on October 25, 2025, the Minister was welcomed by the school’s cultural troupe, accompanied by the head of the school and other dignitaries.
The school’s cadet corps also honoured him with a parade and formal salutes as part of the ceremony.
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Established in 1950 by the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Mawuli School stands as one of Ghana’s oldest and most respected second-cycle institutions.
The school was founded to provide quality education rooted in Christian discipline and academic excellence and has since become a key pillar in the Volta Region’s educational landscape.
Over the past seven decades, Mawuli School has produced notable alumni who have excelled in politics, academia, business, and the clergy. Its motto, ‘Head, Heart and Hand’, reflects the school’s mission to nurture well-rounded individuals equipped with intellectual ability, moral integrity, and practical skills.
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This year’s 75th anniversary celebrations are being marked under the theme, “Empowering the Head, Heart and Hand into the Future”.
Watch the video below
How Minister for Education,Haruna Iddrisu was welcomed at Mawuli School for their 75th Anniversary pic.twitter.com/v8ASNFvjMy
— GTV Ghana (@GTV_Ghana) October 25, 2025
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Former Auditor-General and member of the Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) team, Daniel Yao Domelevo, has called for a strengthening of Ghana’s asset declaration and lifestyle audit systems to curb corruption and promote accountability in public service.
His remarks come in response to revelations by the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, that the scale of financial losses in the ongoing National Service Authority (NSA) scandal is far greater than initially reported.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Big Issue with Selorm Adonoo on Saturday, October 25, Mr. Domelevo lamented the weak internal control systems within public institutions, which he said embolden officials to embezzle funds without consequence.
“Very few people are held accountable for embezzlement of funds, so people feel emboldened. Internal controls are so weak. I think if we strengthen internal auditors who are there 24/7 checking abuses and irregularities, I think it will help us very well,” he said.
He further emphasised the importance of conducting lifestyle audits to expose individuals whose wealth cannot be justified by their known sources of income.
“To be honest with you, lifestyle audit is very important; some of us are calling for the strengthening of the assets liability declaration regime or the law which regulates it. If we do that, people will start hiding their assets and properties. Even without doing that, people are already hiding their assets. You hear of children who have so much property and have not worked. Or people who are working, but their assets and what they earn don’t match. So we need a lifestyle audit so that you can establish whether you obtain it rightly or not.”
He stressed that without robust monitoring and enforcement mechanisms, corruption will continue to thrive unchecked in Ghana’s public institutions.
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Aduana Stars left it late against visiting Dreams FC to make it three wins on the spin on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Daouda Sidibe climbed off the bench to score the only goal of the match for the Fire Boys to protect their perfect run at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park.
The Burkinabe’s 85th minute strike not only banked all three points for the hosts but also moved them atop the league standings on 15 points.
The first half ended and it looked like both teams were going to share the spoils after recess but Sidibe’s late goal denied Dreams a point.
The Still Believe were hoping to make it back-to-back wins following their first win of the campaign last weekend but wilted under pressure.
Dreams FC will look to return to winning ways when they host FC Samartex at the Tuba Astro Turf.
Aduana Stars are brimming with confidence and will hope a positive result away to Eleven Wonders.
At least 14 people are reportedly in critical condition after a fatal accident involving a Sprinter bus and a stationary tipper truck at Atwedie near Konongo on the Kumasi–Accra Highway.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025, when the Sprinter bus, with registration number GR 6626-22, reportedly rammed into the stationary truck while negotiating a curve.
Assembly Member for the Atwedie Electoral Area, Patrick Antwi Kakari, told journalists that it took the intervention of firefighters to rescue trapped passengers from the wreckage. The victims were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Mr Kakari also disclosed that at least two other accidents had occurred on the same stretch since dawn, leading to heavy traffic and prompting calls for urgent road safety interventions in the area.
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Accra, Oct 25, GNA – The use of mother tongue as a means of instruction is now compulsory in all Basic Schools in the country, Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has directed.
This is part of efforts to improve teaching and learning, he explained.
The Minister gave the directive on Friday at the official launch of the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disability by President John Dramani Mahama in Accra.
Mr Iddrisu noted that the President had emphasised that they should shift focus to Basic Education and to improve learning outcomes at the basic level.
“Mr President, the story is told of a young girl whose teacher somewhere in the Ashanti Region went in and was waxing English, teaching at those early stages of development. Then, the child told the teacher that, ‘try to speak a little Twi, so that I can understand you’,” the Minister stated.
“So, Mr. President, in line with that and with your authority, I am directing the Director General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the GES that from today, teacher use of mother tongue instruction is now compulsory in all Ghanaian schools.”
The Minister directed GES to ensure strict enforcement of the directive.
“That a Ghanaian child was not born into an English family but a proud Ashanti Akan family and deserves to learn. This is part of President Mahama’s Reset Agenda.”
Touching on the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disability initiative, Mr Iddrisu said President Mahama was not only fulfilling a major campaign promise, but demonstrating to Ghanaians once again that he was the compassionate President of Ghana and committed to touching the lives of vulnerable persons.
The move is also to ensure their inclusivity and to give meaning to the phrase that disability was not inability.
Mr Iddrisu announced that the new stress-free fees initiative would cost the state and the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) some GHS31 million.
“President Mahama has asked me to assure you that so long as he is President, from now until 2028, the GETFund will commit GHS50 million every other year to support a new disability fee and other associated interventions,” he said.
The Minister reiterated President Mahama’s commitment to expand access to quality relevant education.
He said during President Mahama’s recent trip to China, his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, as part of his birthday celebration gifted Ghana a grant of 200 million Chinese Yuan Renminbi (equivalent to $30 million).
Mr Iddrisu noted that President Mahama had since directed that the $30 million Chinese grant be used to start a Science University in Damongo, the Savannah Regional Capital.
The Minister said the President was aware that in some parts of Ghana, access to quality secondary and higher education was still a challenge.
President Mahama, he said recognises the role and the continuous role of the church in partnering the state in the provision of higher education.
“Accordingly, President Mahama is dedicating the 200 million RMB for the start and establishment of a Catholic Science University in Damongo in the Savannah Region. So that, at least, that will be done,” the Minister said.
Mr Iddrisu said two additional new technical universities would be established in Jasikan in the Oti Region and Techiman in the Bono East Region.
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Correspondence from North East Region
The Bunkpurugu Constituency Executive Committee in the North East Region has vehemently denied allegations of rigging in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2023 presidential primaries.
In a statement released on Thursday, October 23, 2025, the committee’s secretary, Moses Bumbom, addressed claims by some delegates alleging they voted for Kennedy Agyapong but were awarded zero votes.
The committee stated, “The attention of the Bunkpurugu constituency executive committee has been drawn to a viral video circulating on social media, in which certain individuals are making baseless allegations of electoral malpractice during the last presidential primaries.” They categorically refuted these claims, describing them as “false, misleading, and maliciously intended to damage the integrity of both constituency and regional executives.”
The committee questioned the timing of the allegations, asking, “If, indeed, these individuals claim to have voted for Hon. Ken, the committee questions why no protest or complaint was raised on the day of voting. Their failure to raise any immediate objection and their lack of evidence expose their allegations as fabrications devoid of truth.”
The committee emphasized the strict enforcement of procedures during the voting process and announced plans to convene an emergency meeting to refer the individuals making the allegations to the party’s disciplinary committee.
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Black Stars striker, Brandon Thomas-Asante
Black Stars striker, Brandon Thomas-Asante was on the scoresheet again as Coventry City defeated Watford at home in the ongoing 2025/2026 English Championship.
Brandon Thomas-Asante opened the scoring against Watford at the Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday, October 25, 2025, as Coventry City cruised to a comfortable 3-1 victory.
The Ghanaian has now scored or assisted in his last 6 games in the English Championship for Coventry City.
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He has now scored 9 goals and provided 3 assists in the 2025/2026 Championship season after matchday 12.
Coventry City are now leading the Championship table with 28 points after 12 games.
Frank Lampard and his team are unbeaten in the season and are pushing hard to gain promotion to the Premier League.
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The National House of Chiefs has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of the former First Lady of Ghana, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a trailblazer, visionary, and advocate for women’s empowerment.
In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer, Stephen Owusu, on behalf of the President of the House, the chiefs noted that Nana Konadu’s passing is a great loss to the nation, adding that Ghana mourns not only a former First Lady but also “a woman of courage, conviction, and compassion who dedicated her life to the service of others.”
The statement highlighted her tireless advocacy for women’s rights through the 31st December Women’s Movement, which transformed the lives of countless women and children by promoting education, healthcare, and economic independence. “Her voice and leadership helped shape national conversations on gender equality, social justice, and inclusive development long before these became mainstream causes,” it said.
The House also paid tribute to her as a devoted wife and partner to the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, commending her grace, discipline, and deep sense of duty that earned her respect at home and abroad.
“Ghana has indeed lost a remarkable mother, leader, and stateswoman whose legacy will continue to inspire generations to come,” the statement read.
The National House of Chiefs extended heartfelt condolences to the Rawlings family and all Ghanaians, assuring them of their prayers and support during this difficult time.
“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
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Former Auditor-General, Daniel Yao Domelevo, has suggested that some banks are aiding corrupt activities by failing to question suspicious financial transactions involving large sums of money.
Mr Domelevo expressed concern that while banks often demand identification from customers for minor transactions, they appear reluctant to raise the alarm when substantial sums are moved through their systems.
He argued that such selective enforcement of banking regulations makes financial institutions complicit in corrupt practices.
“If you go to the bank today and you want GH¢100,000, you remember the controls they put in place; they want you to bring your Ghana Card, validate, and so on, and so when you hear these amounts are going through the same banks, it means the fraudsters are also in the banks or the banks are also colluding,” he said on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday while discussing the recent corruption cases revealed by the Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine.
Recently, the Attorney General noted that the government has demanded a refund of $2 million from JA Plant Pool Ghana Limited following the alleged discovery of financial irregularities in the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) contract.
Dr. Ayine also stated that investigators have uncovered a sophisticated money-laundering operation involving suspicious transfers amounting to over GH¢40.5 million through Sawtina Enterprise, a company allegedly linked to the former CEO of the National Food Buffer Stock Company, Abdul-Wahab Hannan.
According to the Attorney-General, the financial transactions were carried out through several bank accounts belonging to the suspects.
Mr Domelevo therefore urged regulatory bodies to compel banks to strictly monitor and report unusual or unlawful financial transactions, stressing that greater vigilance from the banking sector is crucial to curbing corruption in the country.
“We must have to go there and shake the banks because I can’t understand how some of these things will go through financial institutions which are not asleep.”
President John Dramani Mahama exchanging pleasantries with Akabenezer at the airport
Former President John Dramani Mahama has expressed admiration for popular comedian Akabenezer, commending the actor for his creativity and humour that continue to bring joy to many Ghanaians.
In a video shared on X by CDR Africa on October 25, 2025, Akabenezer was seen warmly welcoming President Mahama at the Prempeh International Airport in Kumasi.
During the brief interaction, the comedian extended a special invitation to the former President to attend his upcoming stage play, ‘Akwaaba Vs Obaake’.
Known as the “King of Kumasi,” Akabenezer performed at the 2025 Rapperholic concert.
President Mahama, who was in Kumasi for an official engagement, appeared visibly delighted by the gesture and lauded Akabenezer for his entertaining content, noting that the comedian’s work never fails to make him laugh.
With his intense humour and captivating skits, Akabenezer, also known as Dr Likee, shot to fame with the ‘Boys Abre’ TV series and subsequently featured in tons of Kumawood movies.
Blending satire with relatable storytelling, Akabenezer has earned massive recognition as one of Ghana’s most versatile and impactful comedians.
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Scenes at Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings’ residence following her passing
Former Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Joseph Dindiok Kpemka, has described individuals who engage in or support corruption against the state as national threats.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, Mr Kpemka argued that corruption undermines national progress and must be treated as a crime against the collective welfare of citizens, regardless of political affiliation.
Five people are feared dead and 11 others are in critical condition after a fatal accident involving a Sprinter bus and a stationary tipper truck at Atwedie near Konongo on the Kumasi–Accra Highway.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025, when the Sprinter bus, with registration number GR 6626-22, reportedly rammed into the stationary truck while negotiating a curve.
Assembly Member for the Atwedie Electoral Area, Patrick Antwi Kakari, told journalists that it took the intervention of firefighters to rescue trapped passengers from the wreckage. The victims were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Mr Kakari also disclosed that at least three other accidents had occurred on the same stretch since dawn, leading to heavy traffic and prompting calls for urgent road safety interventions in the area.
The government has dismissed one National Security operative and placed two others under investigation after their alleged involvement in illegal mining activities in the Ashanti Region.
The development has intensified crackdown led by the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).
The dismissed officer, identified as Issah Yakubu, was sacked after preliminary findings linked him and two colleagues to a group of armed men who posed as National Security operatives and were arrested inside the Oda River Forest Reserve earlier this week.
Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Roey Gilad
The Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Roey Gilad, has emphatically dismissed criticisms that the recent Israeli Film Festival, held at Silverbird Cinema in Accra, was merely a vehicle for “propaganda”.
The Ambassador defended the festival as a genuine cultural exchange aimed at building bridges between the two nations, highlighting a deliberate strategy of intertwining Israeli and Ghanaian arts.
Ambassador Gilad, speaking at a recent press briefing, addressed the backlash—which included public protests and calls for boycotts from a coalition of activists and prominent Ghanaians—by focusing on the event’s cultural substance and high public attendance.
READ ALSO: Israeli film ‘psychological warfare disguised as entertainment on Silverbird screens’ – Ernesto Yeboah
“We brought here five excellent Israeli films,” the Ambassador stated. “We went to UNIMAC (University of Media, Arts and Communication, formerly GIJ and NAFTI) … We told them, let’s add to those Israeli long films short Ghanaian films.’ That’s exactly the essence of this embassy: to intertwine, to put together Israeli art and Ghanaian art and culture… and to build a bridge.”
‘A Hollow Argument’
The Film Festival, which took place over several days at the Silverbird Cinema at the Accra Mall, was a flashpoint for pro-Palestinian groups who viewed the event as an attempt to “whitewash” Israel’s image amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
A broad coalition of Ghanaian individuals and organisations reportedly signed a petition urging Silverbird to cancel the screenings.
Ambassador Gilad, however, countered the narrative of political manoeuvring with the evidence of public interest, noting that the venue was well-attended.
READ ALSO: Protesters threaten to picket Silverbird Cinema over Israeli Film Festival
“The Silverbird Theatre was full of people who wanted to see art, wanted to see culture, Israeli culture and Ghanaian culture,” he said.
He characterised the opposition as a small, non-representative group seeking to stifle cultural freedom.
“The very few people who objected to it basically wanted to prevent Ghanaians from watching this Israeli culture, Israeli art, and Israeli films.”
When questioned directly about the “propaganda” label by MyJoyOnline, the Ambassador dismissed the claim outright.
“If there are some – I don’t know, how should I call them? – Some people who think this is propaganda, then really this argument is so hollow, it’s so empty that I really think it’s not worth my reaction.”
Cultural Diplomacy as a Core Mandate
The Ambassador detailed the Embassy’s consistent focus on cultural exchange programmes, providing figures on past and future collaborations as proof of its genuine, long-term commitment beyond any immediate political context.
The Ambassador stressed that cultural interaction remains a foundational pillar of the Embassy’s work, designed to create mutual understanding at a grassroots level.
“Culture is a very important bridge in the work of this embassy. We did it in the past. We are doing it now and we’ll continue to do it in the future,” H.E. Gilad concluded, reaffirming the Israeli mission’s focus on people-to-people ties between Jerusalem and Accra through the arts.
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Correspondence from Eastern Region
The 199th edition of the celebrated Akuapem Odwira Festival has been held in grand style at the forecourt of the Okuapem Traditional Council in Akropong-Akuapem in the Eastern Region, drawing thousands of celebrants, dignitaries, and cultural enthusiasts from across the country and beyond.
This year’s festival, held under the theme “Preserving Our Heritage, Securing Our Future,” highlighted the importance of safeguarding Ghana’s rich cultural legacy while promoting unity and sustainable development among the people of Akuapem.
The special guest of honour for the durbar was His Royal Majesty Jira Yagbonwura Bii-Kunto Jewu Soale I, King and Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom.
His presence symbolized growing inter-ethnic unity and collaboration between traditional authorities across regions.
The durbar also witnessed a massive turnout of Akuapems from far and near, amid a strong security presence by police and military personnel following recent tensions ahead of the event.
Dignitaries in Attendance
Prominent guests included Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III, Okuapehene; former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Nana Otutu Ababio V, Chief of Adukrom and Nifahene of the Akuapem Traditional Area; First Deputy Speaker of Parliament Bernard Ahiafor; Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey; Members of Parliament and Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) from Okere and Akuapem North; as well as Paramount Chief of the New Juaben Traditional Area, Daasebre Kwaku Boateng III.
Also present were clergy, queen mothers, and popular spiritual leader Prophet Ajagurajah, who joined the procession to honor the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival.
Okuapehene Calls for Preservation of Heritage
In his address, Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III, the Okuapehene, underscored the need for unity and commitment to the preservation of Ghanaian culture and values.
“Akans celebrate Odwira to cleanse ourselves and to think about the development of our communities,” he said. “We must secure our heritage so we can have a beautiful future. Our children will have a lot to say about us if we act well today.”
He expressed concern over the erosion of cultural values through foreign influences and urged traditional leaders to protect indigenous languages and customs.
“Illegal mining is taking a toll on our environment, many think the Akuapem area has no gold, but we do. My vision is to see Okuapeman rise and develop while preserving what our forefathers left us.”
Eastern Regional Minister Commends Akuapem for Upholding Tradition
Delivering her speech at the durbar, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, Eastern Regional Minister, commended the Akuapem Traditional Council for their steadfastness in maintaining the Odwira tradition for nearly two centuries.
Odwira reminds us of where we come from and the values that shape us as a people,” she said. “It is a time for reflection, thanksgiving, and the renewal of unity.”
She noted that the theme for this year’s celebration was timely, emphasizing that the customs and traditions passed down by forebears are the foundations for building a prosperous future.
“Our heritage is our identity, and we owe it as a duty to protect and preserve our uniqueness. Posterity will not forgive us if we abandon our beautiful culture for another’s,” she stressed.
The Minister also praised the Akuapem Traditional Council for remaining resolute against illegal mining (“galamsey”), which continues to devastate many communities across the country.
“Akuapem stands out as one of the few traditional areas where illegal mining has not been allowed. This is commendable and must continue,” she said.
Awatey also highlighted the government’s commitment to education as a tool for empowerment and transformation, urging traditional authorities to continue investing in the youth and in communal development.
Toward the 200th Odwira Celebration
As Okuapem prepares to mark the bicentennial celebration of the Odwira Festival in 2026, traditional leaders called for unity and renewed commitment to cultural preservation, economic empowerment, and youth participation.
“As we approach the 200th celebration of Odwira, let us reflect on the legacy we wish to leave behind,” the Okuapehene urged. “We must respect traditions while embracing innovation.”
The festival concluded with colorful displays of traditional music, drumming, dancing, and a grand procession of chiefs and queen mothers adorned in resplendent kente, showcasing the splendor and enduring heritage of Okuapeman.
Background:
The Odwira Festival, which originated in the early 19th century, is one of the most celebrated traditional festivals in Ghana.
It serves as a time for purification, reconciliation, and thanksgiving among the people of Akuapem and the Akan ethnic group at large.
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Morocco will host FIFA Unites in October 2025
The friendly women’s competition FIFA Unites 2025 will take place in Morocco starting from October 26, the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has announced.
The opening matches of the tournament will kick off on Sunday, October 26.
The competition will mark the first-ever international appearance of the Afghan refugee women’s team, while the Libyan and Chadian teams are expected to enter the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking following the event, the statement added.
FIFA expressed its gratitude to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) and welcomed the collaboration to ensure the success of the tournament.
The statement also noted that FIFA seeks to reaffirm its ongoing commitment to implementing its Action Strategy for Afghan Women’s Football, which was approved by the FIFA Council in May 2025.
This strategy includes the organization of the competition as well as continuous support for Afghan players throughout the selection and preparation process.
The statement further explained that the official name of the team, “Afghan Women United”, was chosen by the players themselves after consultations with FIFA.
Further information on the FIFA Unites 2025 women’s friendly competition, including the detailed match schedule, will soon be available on FIFA.com.
By Evans Worlanyo Ameamu
Anyako (VR) Oct 25, GNA-Mr. Courage Yao Nutsuakor, the aspiring Assembly Member for Tthe Anyako Electoral Area in the Keta Municipality of the Volta Region, has made a solemn pledge to prioritise accountability, development and unity in the area.
He promised that his focus and priority areas would be development and improvement in education, agriculture, sports, among others if given the nod to be the next assembly member.
Mr. Nutsuakor, in an interview with the Ghana News Agency, said that other development agendas he would lobby for the benefit of Anyako electoral area include improving infrastructure development, enhancing access to social services, and promoting economic opportunities.
“I know l have the experience and lobbying skills to lure investors and private partners to our beloved area for development. What l need is a little power of been assembly member to bring these to reality,” he said.
He explained that other focus areas would be on working together with the people in unity to enable develop the area to overcome many challenges as well as achieve the full potentials with greater vision which would be centered on inclusive development that benefits all members of the communities.
Mr. Nutsuakor pledged his commitment to building bridges of unity and development and fostering a sense of community belonging among the people to enable Anyako electoral area achieve greater things and become a model for other communities to follow.
He said: “As an aspiring Assemble Member, l possessed all the qualities of a leader who is committed to serving his people. I am a listener, a team player, a game changer, and a visionary leader who is passionate about making a difference. My leadership style is centered on inclusivity, transparency, and accountability.”
Mr. Nutsuakor told GNA that his campaign messages were built on the principles of community engagement and participation while engaging with the people of Anyako to listen to their concerns and gather their ideas on how to improve the area.
He believed that the people of Anyako should be actively involved in decision-making and contribute to the growth and development of their community and hoped that the approach has earned him the support of many residents who trusted that he was the right person to represent their interests.
He expressed confidently that his visions and commitment to unity and development for Anyako electoral area would resonate with the electorate as evident in the campaign messages which emphasised the need for collective progress.
Some residents of Anyako Electoral Area GNA spoke with expressed satisfaction about the campaign messages of Mr. Nutsuakor.
They urged him to tackle other challenges including inadequate infrastructure, limited economic opportunities, and social issues.
They believed that the aspirant was aware of the challenges and would outline plans to address them and called on all to rally behind him to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents.
The Electoral commission has earlier announced that a by-election would be conducted in Anyako Electoral Area on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, after Mr. Wisdom Seade, the former Assembly Member of the area was elevated to the position of Municipal Chief Executive of Keta.
Eligible electorates of Anyako were expected to exercise their franchise to elect a leader who is dedicated to their well-being and willing to work tirelessly to address their concern.
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Ghana’s agricultural sector has long been hailed for its potential to feed the nation and drive economic growth. Yet, experts warn that current policies have often prioritised crops for export over the staples that sustain households across the country.
Dr. Frank Ackah, Senior Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast’s Department of Crop Science, says the country must urgently reorient its agricultural strategy to focus on food security and the needs of ordinary Ghanaians, rather than chasing foreign markets.
“All of a sudden, farmers are moving away from what they are used to growing because they are being told what the external market wants,” he said. “We have to do more to come out with our own ways of doing things.”
Dr. Ackah explained that over the years, cash crops like cocoa, MD2 pineapples, and other export-oriented products have dominated development programs. While profitable, these initiatives often sideline indigenous staples such as yams, cassava, plantains, and local sweet potato varieties, the foods that form the backbone of Ghanaian diets.
He further noted that local farmers face constant pressure from government and donor-driven programs to prioritise crops for export. These policies, he warned, risk undermining local food systems and making smallholder farmers overly dependent on external markets.
The expert also highlighted insufficient investment in improving the varieties and yields of staple crops. For example, while sugarloaf pineapples are well-adapted and widely grown locally, export demands have pushed farmers toward MD2 varieties, which are more susceptible to pests and less suited to local conditions. Similarly, efforts to promote orange-fleshed sweet potatoes have often overlooked the more resilient indigenous types.
“Every region in Ghana grows yam, and it’s central to our food culture,” Dr. Ackah said. “Yet, too much attention goes to crops that feed the export market instead of feeding our people.”
He argued that a strategic focus on indigenous crops could simultaneously improve food security, strengthen local economies, and preserve Ghana’s agricultural heritage.
Dr. Ackah emphasised that Ghana’s agricultural policies should be guided by the principle of feeding its people first, with export markets serving as a complement rather than a replacement. By prioritising local needs, he believes the country can secure both national food security and long-term economic resilience.
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Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a bold and visionary leader who made a lasting impact on Ghana’s political history.
In a tribute issued by the Embassy of Ghana in Washington D.C. on Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Ambassador recalled how Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings played a pivotal role in shaping his political journey.
He said he was “awakened far away in Iowa” by the heartbreaking news and had initially hoped it was untrue. Upon confirmation, he felt a profound sense of personal loss.
Mr. Smith recounted that Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings introduced him to active politics in the early 1990s and gave him the opportunity to serve in public life when he returned from the United Kingdom in 1994.
He expressed gratitude for her confidence in him and acknowledged her influence on his career and the lives of many others.
Reflecting on their past relationship, he noted that though they faced challenges over time, he chose to remember her for the significant impact she made on him, on the many women she inspired, and on Ghana’s democratic growth.
The Ambassador extended his condolences to the Rawlings family Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Yaa Asantewaa, Amina, and Kimathi reaffirming his hand of friendship and support during their moment of grief.
He described Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings as a “bold, visionary, and courageous leader,” adding that her legacy as a champion of women’s empowerment and political reform will endure for generations.
“May her soul rest in perfect peace,” he concluded.
By: Jacob Aggrey
R2Bees, Camidoh, Darko Vibes, Kwaw Kese and more are performing at YFM’s Area Codes Jam 2025
Accra is about to turn pink and loud as Ghana’s #1 youth and urban radio station, YFM, storms the Legon City Mall this Saturday, October 25, with the 2025 edition of Ghanas longest and biggest community focused concert ; Area Codes Jam.
This year’s edition is not just another concert. It is a celebration that fuses rhythm, lifestyle, and advocacy, all in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event will bring together some of Ghana’s biggest hitmakers, including R2Bees, Darko Vibes, Camidoh, Kwaw Kese, Keche, Lali & Lola, Kwamena MP, Kofi Mole, Larusso, Ara The Jay, and many more. Each act is set to deliver an unforgettable performance that blends nostalgia with fresh energy, all on one big stage, under one pink sky.
But the energy will not stop between sets. Expect explosive sounds and immersive vibes from YFM’s top DJs and MCs, including Kojo Manuel, DJ Loft, Princess AJ, DJ Milzy, DJ Kess, Brown Berry, DJ Sly King, AJ Da Hottest, DJ Ganj, Adjeley-Bi Darku, Selector Danny, Big Chris DJ, and several others, all ready to keep the crowd moving from 12 p.m. until late.
This year’s Area Codes Jam goes beyond the music. It is an all-round experience unfolding across multiple vibrant zones, from the Lifestyle Village and Pink Zone to the adrenaline-pumping Car & Drift Show and the expressive Graffiti Arts. Every corner of the Legon City Mall will be alive with sound, color, and purpose. “Area Codes Jam has always been about connecting people.
This year, we are taking that connection deeper by raising awareness for breast cancer while celebrating life, music, and unity. It’s more than a concert; it’s a cause,” said Erskine Whyte, Programs Manager at YFM.
The 2025 Area Codes Jam is proudly powered by YTV, Legon City Mall, Smirnoff Ice, Munchee Buiscuits, Everything Cacao, Fan Milk, Blue Jeans, The Luckiest, Officer Bitters, Eddy’s Pizza, Family Health Hospital and Honest Man Whiskey.
Therefore, whether you are coming for the music, the art, or the movement, there is only one place to be this Saturday – Legon City Mall.
YFM Area Codes Jam 2025: One Nation. One Vibe. One Jam. All in Pink October.
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Rates of one type of breast cancer — invasive lobular carcinoma — have been rising in the United States more than three times faster than those of all other breast cancers combined over the past decade, according to a new study.
This elusive breast cancer that’s hard to spot in routine mammograms is behind more than 1 in 10 cases nationwide.
The research, published in Cancer, the journal of the American Cancer Society, analyzed national data from 2012 to 2021 and found that rates of invasive lobular carcinoma increased by about 2.8% each year, while rates of all other breast cancer rose by about 0.8% a year.
What exactly is invasive lobular carcinoma, and how common is it? How is it diagnosed, and why can it be more difficult to find during screenings? Who is most at risk? What are the treatment options? And what should women know about reducing their risk of developing this and other types of breast cancer?
To help us with these questions, I spoke with CNN wellness medical expert Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician and adjunct associate professor at the George Washington University. Wen previously served as Baltimore’s health commissioner.
CNN: What is invasive lobular carcinoma, and how common is it?
Dr Leana Wen: Invasive lobular carcinoma, also known as ILC or lobular breast cancer, is a type of breast cancer that begins in the milk-producing glands of the breast, called lobules, and then spreads into nearby tissue. These malignant tumors are often hormone receptor-positive, meaning the cancer cells grow in response to estrogen or progesterone.
ILC is the second most common type of breast cancer, after invasive ductal carcinoma, and accounts for 10% to 15% of all new breast cancer diagnoses, according to the National Cancer Institute. About 47,500 ILC cases are diagnosed in the US each year, and more women are diagnosed with it than with brain, kidney, liver, pancreatic or ovarian cancer.
CNN: Why is ILC often more difficult to find with routine mammograms?
Wen: This type of tumor tends to grow in a way that doesn’t change the breast’s structure as much as other cancers. Instead of forming a defined mass, the cancer cells spread through the tissue in thin strands that appear more like normal breast tissue on imaging. Because of this, mammograms may show only subtle changes, or sometimes none at all. Women may also be less likely to feel a distinct lump during a breast self-exam, which can delay detection.
CNN: What other imaging is used to diagnose ILC?
Wen: A breast ultrasound can help spot areas of thickened tissue that don’t show up on a mammogram, and a breast MRI provides a more detailed view that can reveal cancers hidden in dense breast tissue.
These tests aren’t routinely recommended for everyone. Mammography remains the standard screening tool for most women. But those at higher risk, including women with dense breasts and those with a strong family history of breast cancer or known genetic mutations, may be advised to have an ultrasound or MRI in addition to regular mammograms.
CNN: What does this study show in terms of the rise of cases and who is most at risk?
Wen: Researchers found that ILC has been increasing across every racial and ethnic group, but the steepest rise was seen among Asian American and Pacific Islander women, whose incidence grew by about 4.4% each year in the study period. Age is also a risk factor, as women 65 and older are more likely to be diagnosed with ILC than with invasive ductal carcinoma. About 70% of new ILC cases were diagnosed in women 60 and older; the median age of diagnosis is 66.
CNN: How do the study authors explain the rise especially in this type of breast cancer?
Wen: Several factors may be driving this greater increase. Because ILC is strongly linked to hormones, changes in hormone exposure over time could be part of the reason. Rising rates of obesity and alcohol use, along with changes in childbearing and menopause patterns, may also contribute to the steady increase.
Improvement in diagnosis and greater awareness of ILC may be leading to more accurate identification. Some lobular cancers may have been misclassified as ductal cancers in the past, so part of the rise may reflect better recognition. In addition, more women are living longer after menopause, which can increase the likelihood of developing ILC compared with other types of breast cancer.
CNN: What are the treatment options for ILC?
Wen: Treatment is similar to that for other breast cancers. Surgery to remove the tumor, followed by radiation, is common, as is hormonal therapy, since most tumors grow in response to estrogen or progesterone. Chemotherapy may be used in some cases. For advanced disease, newer targeted drugs combined with hormonal therapy can help slow progression and improve outcomes. However, ILC may have greater resistance to treatment, especially in more advanced disease, and tends to carry a poorer prognosis once it has spread.
CNN: How can women reduce their risk of developing ILC and other types of breast cancer?
Wen: Some risk factors can’t be changed, such as age or family history, but many lifestyle choices can make a difference. Quitting smoking, limiting alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight and staying physically active all help lower the risk of breast cancer. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains supports overall health and may reduce inflammation linked to cancer.
Regular screening and knowing what’s normal for your breasts are key for early detection. Talk with your doctor about your risk factors and decide together when you should begin screening and whether you need tests in addition to a mammogram.
Finally, pay attention to changes in your breasts, such as thickening, swelling, nipple discharge, different colors or new areas of fullness, and seek medical evaluation as soon as something looks or feels different.