Famous rapper Nicki Minaj has debunked rumours that she is financially bankrupt.
There were rumours that the ‘Anaconda’ hitmaker is “broke” after she called out billionaire music executive Jay-Z over an alleged $200 million debt.
Some fans also claimed she went bankrupt after her recent tour.
A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, Nuong Faalong has called for tighter security measures in future elections, following the disturbances recorded during the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun.
During a panel discussion on JoyNew’s Newfile on Saturday, July 12, Ms Faalong emphasised the need for stricter access control at polling centres and recommended pre-screening of individuals present at election grounds.
“I think that going into future elections, there should be tightened security,” she said.
“Even certain individuals should not be allowed near polling stations. Maybe we can even screen certain people or everyone if that is feasible. If you are not a candidate and you are not a voter, what are you doing there?”
Ms Faalong also stressed the importance of a full-scale investigation into the events at Ablekuma North, urging authorities to approach the matter comprehensively.
“There has to be an investigation, and then the recommendations of that investigation our president John Dramani Mahama is a law-abiding president he will follow to the letter,” she stated.
She added “I believe that that is what should be done. We should be sure we are looking at the situation in its entirety.”
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Former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has criticised Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo for seeking redress at the ECOWAS Court of Justice regarding her suspension and the ongoing constitutional process for her potential removal from office.
His comments come in the wake of fresh legal action by Justice Torkornoo, who has filed a case at the regional court in Abuja, Nigeria, challenging the legitimacy of her suspension and the proceedings initiated against her.
The development was made public by Deputy Attorney General, Justice Srem-Sai.
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Mr. Fuseini said the Chief Justice’s actions raise serious concerns about judicial accountability.
“The Chief Justice has created the impression that she has the right not to be removed from office. She has created the impression that she has the right not to be held judicially accountable for her stewardship in the judicial service,” he stated.
Justice Torkornoo was suspended by President John Dramani Mahama under Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution and is currently facing three separate removal petitions in Ghanaian courts, including cases before the Supreme Court and the High Court.
Mr. Fuseini expressed concern about the implications of her multiple legal challenges—especially now that they extend beyond Ghana’s jurisdiction.
“She is telling the entire country — and even we lawyers are becoming more confused because of her actions,” he noted.
He further warned that her continued resistance could politicise the judiciary and erode public trust in the legal system.
“She has staged her actions in politics, which is clouding the law. So, I will advise that we stay the matter and wait for the ECOWAS court. It is an advisory court,” he concluded.
Suspended Chief Justice takes case to ECOWAS court
MP for Kwabre East, Akwasi Gyamfi Onyina-Acheampong, speaking in parliament
Member of Parliament for Kwabre East, Akwasi Gyamfi Onyina-Acheampong, has emphasised the importance of travel in gaining critical life experiences, discipline, and respect for human rights.
However, he also acknowledged the risks and challenges faced by some individuals, particularly those who travel through irregular means.
Speaking in Parliament, Hon. Onyina-Acheampong called on the government to take proactive measures to ensure citizens’ safety and well-being while abroad.
He then proposed the following key measures: regularise travel programmes, which he believes will prevent citizens from falling prey to unscrupulous individuals and ensure their safety.
He also called on the government to provide support and protection through embassies to assist citizens in distress and provide them with necessary support.
Again, he cited the need to track citizens’ activities and provide assistance to citizens in difficult circumstances.
By implementing these measures, Hon. Onyina-Acheampong believes the government can mitigate the negative consequences of travel and ensure that citizens are protected and supported while abroad.
The MP’s call to action aims to promote safe and responsible travel practices, ultimately benefiting Ghanaian citizens worldwide.
How social engineering hacks your mind and your bank account
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Deputy Minister of Education,Dr Clement Apaak
Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has urged eligible students to seize the opportunity to register for the government’s ‘No Fees Stress’ policy before the July 31, 2025, deadline.
He emphasised its potential to transform tertiary education in Ghana by alleviating financial burdens.
Speaking at the 17th Congregation of Ola College of Education in Cape Coast, Dr Apaak highlighted the policy’s progress, including the disbursement of funds to first-year students in public universities and colleges registered with the Student Loan Trust Fund.
With the deadline extension in place, Dr Apaak encouraged potential beneficiaries to take advantage of this empowering opportunity.
“This policy aims to remove financial barriers that prevent qualified students from enrolling in public universities, technical universities, nursing training colleges, and colleges of education. Refunds have commenced, and validation is ongoing for remaining students. I urge those who have not yet applied to do so,” the deputy minister said.
The government’s direct payment of academic fees to first-year students in public universities and colleges is in fulfillment of a campaign pledge during the 2024 general election campaign.
While nearly all first-year students had paid their fees before the policy was launched earlier this year, the government’s refund is intended to defray the costs of the initial payments.
Dr Apaak also urged graduates to never underestimate the impact of one’s work, and to “be ethical, innovative, and compassionate”.
He emphasised that teachers play a critical role in shaping Ghana’s future and encouraged them to carry the legacy of knowledge and service with pride and humility.
The Deputy Minister commended the leadership of OLA College of Education, particularly the Principal, Dr Mrs Regina Okyere-Dankwah, for their tireless efforts in positioning the college as a centre of excellence for female teacher education.
On a related issue of financial intervention by the Mahama administration, Dr Apaak noted that the government had appropriated a lump sum of GH¢203m for the payment of teacher trainees’ allowances.
He said it was an indication of the government’s commitment to supporting teacher trainees in the country.
How social engineering hacks your mind and your bank account
File photo of containers at the port
The Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF), have expressed worry over the escalating cost of demurrage paid by importers and businesses on weekly basis to shipping lines.
Data from the Institute, indicates that every week, importers pay an estimated GH¢30 million in demurrage to shipping lines at the ports.
GIFF’s president, Stephen Adjokatcher, who confirmed this to the B&FT, blamed the situation on delays by regulatory authorities in processing documents for expedited clearing.
He said documents could linger at the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), and others for weeks, whilst clients suffer demurrage and port rent charges.
“We are appealing to regulatory institutions to wake up and be proactive during clearing processes. We observed that when documents get to regulators for processing to enhance clearance at the ports, processing is delayed for days, thereby attracting huge demurrage. A process which should not take more than 24 hours to do,” Adjokatcher noted.
The Institute indicates that commencement of the government’s 24-hour economy policy is a surest way to prevent and curb demurrage, which has been major bane for businesses and importers.
The Institute said though movement of containers at the port from one terminal to another has seen some improvement recently – a great effort by the GPHA, it maintains that delivery of vessels and containers and their s arrival to the Inland Container Depots (ICDs) for clearance, still takes significant time within the seven-day free period for demurrage.
Appeal to Shippers’ Authority
With this phenomenon, Mr Adjokatcher appealed to the Ghana Shippers’ Authority to intervene in amending the number of days for demurrage.
“The seven days can be looked at in consultation with stakeholders so that the industry and importers may have some respite,” he said.
Freight forwarders are intermediaries between clients, shippers and customs. The Institute collects revenue on behalf of government and is a major stakeholder in government tax policies and decisions at the ports.
Dutch international of Ghanaian descent Memphis Depay has taken a drastic action against Brazil powerhouse Corinthians over his unpaid $1m debt, AfricaSoccer.com has reported.
Depay, 30, signed a two-year deal with Brazil powerhouse Corinthians in September 2024 after leaving Atletico Madrid, a move some saw as unexpected for a player of his calibre.
Establishing himself as a key cog at the club, Depay won his first prize with Corinthians in March after his outfit triumphed over arch-rivals Palmeiras to lift the Campeonato Paulista.
The former Barcelona star initially notified Corinthians over the unpaid debt while threatening not to fulfil his professional obligations if the situation is not resolved with an immediate effect.
As a sign of protest and dissatisfaction with the club’s failure to pay to settle his debt, the Dutch-Ghanaian star boycotted training last Wednesday. The recent gesture has sparked speculation about the future of the former Manchester United attacker at Corinthians.
Corinthians are currently in financial crisis, leading to the delay in payment of Depay’s wages. Following a meeting with club president, Augusto Melo, the forward has returned to training.
Depay would remain at Corinthians, but faces a fine under the team regulations for boycotting training.
Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye has raised concerns over what he describes as the alarming silence of government and the failure of law enforcement in the wake of violence that disrupted the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, July 12, Mr Aboagye condemned both the Ghana Police Service and senior government officials for failing to act decisively and for making what he called “reckless” public remarks in response to the events.
“There are things that I think should be done. There is a law that speaks against what transpired yesterday. The police had the responsibility to enforce that law they failed,” he said.
He further expressed disappointment in the government’s lack of response, stating, “There is a government who currently has the responsibility to ensure the safety of everybody. That government has not spoken.”
Highlighting what he sees as a dangerous dereliction of duty, Mr Aboagye warned that the situation has left many, including himself, feeling vulnerable.
“The government functionaries who have responsibilities of the state and are accountable to the state are making very reckless comments. I feel very unsafe,” he said.
“Until they come forward and give some comfort and assurance to the people of this country, nobody is safe including they themselves.”
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Former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has blamed the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for Nana Akua Afriyie’s defeat in the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun, saying it was the party’s internal confusion—not the Electoral Commission—that cost them the seat.
This comes after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn, emerged victorious in the long-disputed race, securing 34,090 votes to beat the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Nana Akua Afriyie, who garnered 33,881 votes.
Her victory flips yet another historically NPP-leaning constituency in favour of the NDC and restores parliamentary representation to an area left without an MP since the December 7, 2024, general elections.
The NPP rejected the decision, accusing the EC of breaching a court directive and announcing a boycott. However, in a surprising twist on July 10, Nana Akua Afriyie defied her party and chose to contest, citing a duty to the people of Ablekuma North.
Speaking on The Big Issue on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Mr. Fuseini said the lack of clarity and direction from the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) caused voter apathy and ultimately led to the NPP’s loss.
“There is a total breakdown of control and direction in the NEC of the NPP. As we speak, the General Secretary and the NEC should be apologising to the NPP in Ablekuma North,” he said. “Because when you look at the figures, it reveals that the NEC of the NPP created the confusion and robbed Nana Akua Afriyie of the election—not the EC.”
He explained that while the Electoral Commission announced that 5,600 voters were expected to cast their ballots in the 19 polling stations, only about 3,000 did, meaning more than 2,000 voters—largely believed to be NPP supporters—did not turn up.
“The NPP had earlier said they were not going to participate in the rerun,” Fuseini noted. “That communication likely discouraged many of their supporters. Now you turn around and blame the EC? How?”
According to the final results, NDC’s Ewurabena Aubynn won the seat with 34,090 votes against Nana Akua Afriyie’s 33,881—a margin of just 209 votes. Mr. Fuseini argued that this slim margin shows that the NPP could have easily retained the seat had their leadership not sown confusion.
The Coroner’s Court sitting in Ikorodu, Lagos, has recommended the criminal prosecution of auxiliary nurse Feyisayo Ogedengbe for her role in the sudden demise of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
Magistrate Adedayo Shotobi, who delivered the ruling on Friday, held that the nurse acted with “gross negligence” by administering an injection without a doctor’s prescription, ultimately leading to the artist’s sudden death.
Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye has called on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to establish a “self-protection committee” in the wake of violent incidents during the Ablekuma North rerun.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, July 12, Mr Aboagye expressed grave concern over what he described as a lack of official response from the presidency, 24 hours after the violent scenes unfolded.
“With what I saw with my own eyes in Ablekuma, and with what I have seen public officials, including Sam George, a cabinet minister, saying – that they are now about to start – I think the NPP has no choice,” he said.
“The NPP has a legal committee, an elections committee, and a communications committee. It is only fair that the party quickly reorganises and establishes a self-protection committee,” he added.
Mr Aboagye’s remarks come amid growing tensions and accusations of politically motivated attacks during the rerun election, which was held in 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North constituency.
The rerun was marred by violent disruptions; media watchdogs and election observers have warned of a dangerous trend of rising hostility toward journalists in Ghana’s democratic space.
He criticised the silence from the highest office of the land, noting, “We are yet to hear from our presidency. We are yet to hear our president put up even a simple tweet.”
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As part of activities marking its 35th anniversary, CalBank climaxed its RED Week celebration with a nationwide wellness walk dubbed the RED Walk on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
The walk began and ended at the bank’s headquarters in Accra, winding through Osu, and drew participation from staff, partners, and clients.
Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the event, Managing Director of CalBank, Carl Selasi Asem, said the RED Walk was not just a wellness activity, but a reaffirmation of the bank’s values and long-term commitment to building a strong, homegrown financial institution.
“The main objective of this walk aligns with our values week, which incidentally coincides with our 35th anniversary, and we also wanted to use this occasion to remind all staff and all stakeholders about our values, which have made us resilient,” he said.
The MD also added that the bank remains strong and well-capitalised to serve the banking public.
The bank, one of Ghana’s leading indigenous financial institutions, returned to profitability last year after being impacted by the government’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), which significantly affected the banking sector.
“The shareholders have come together after the DDEP and are making a very good asset quality review. We took some hit, but we have actually bounced back. The shareholders have demonstrated full commitment and support to be able to recapitalize the bank, so we are stronger as we have returned to profitability,” he added.
St. Peter’s Methodist Church in Odorkor has over the years served as a polling centre
St. Peter’s Methodist Church in Odorkor is thinking about not participating in upcoming elections as a collation center after violent events during Friday, July 11, 2025 parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North.
The decision was announced by Rev. Ebenezer Kofi, the church’s overseer, who cited political tension-related property damage and safety concerns.
This follows the chaotic events of Friday, when a group of unidentified macho men stormed the St. Peter’s polling station, disrupting the process and violently attacking important political figures, such as former Fisheries Minister Hawa Koomson and Nana Akua Afriyie, a parliamentary candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Despite increased security in the area, authorities were unable to restore order after the attack, which sent voters into a panic and resulted in a temporary stoppage of voting.
Rev. Kofi stated in an interview with Citi News on Saturday, July 12, that the church leadership had decided to formally ask the Electoral Commission (EC) and security services to move the nearby police post and the collation center from the church grounds.
“A decision has to be taken by the leadership of the church where we will take the collation centre from here, and by extension, we will take the polling station from here to prevent further incidents,” citinewsroom.com quotes him as saying.
Rev. Kofi said that the church suffered damage as a result of the 2024 general elections, but the EC has not provided any kind of reimbursement.
“Most of our assets were vandalised and destroyed because of the collation… even yesterday I was told that the residence of one of the ministers was also damaged,” he bemoaned.
Over the years, private facilities like schools and churches have been used by the EC as collation centres in general elections.
A lengthy electoral dispute resulting from irregularities in the December 7, 2024, Ablekuma North elections was resolved by the rerun, which was held across 19 polling locations.
Although the New Patriotic Party (NPP) formally boycotted the rerun, its candidate, Nana Akua Afriyie, disobeyed the order and ran in the race, losing narrowly to NDC candidate Ewurabena Aubynn.
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DKB took a sharp swipe at actor Prince David Osei
Popular Ghanaian comedian DKB has taken a sharp swipe at actor Prince David Osei, accusing some Ghanaians, including the actor of being responsible for the recent reduction in U.S. visa durations.
This comes after the U.S. Embassy in Ghana announced that Ghanaian visa applicants will now receive single-entry visas valid only for three months, replacing the previously available multi-entry visas valid up to five years as part of a broader “visa reciprocity” policy.
One would recall that in reaction to this, Prince David Osei blamed the Minister of Foreign Affiars, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa of not doing enough to prevent the situation, accusing him of lacking emotional intelligence.
But responding to this development, DKB has defended the minister.
“Boss, this noble and people-respecting government no go tell USA to shorten visa stay from 5 yrs to 3 months,” DKB posted on X.
He added: “It’s the dishonest Ghanaians who overstay their time and blame it on their COUSINS.”
DKB’s post contained a reference to Osei’s earlier excuse that his cousins were behind an offensive tweet about former President Mahama, claiming they used his phone without permission.
See the post below:
Boss, this noble and people respecting government no go tell USA to shorten visa stay from 5yrs to 3months, it’s the dishonest Ghanaians who over stay their time and blame it on their COUSINS 😂 😂 https://t.co/o5Vh1jE1YJ
— DKB GHANA (@dkbghana) July 11, 2025
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A chaotic scene captured during the Ablekuma North rerun
Policy and Progress Institute (PPI-Ghana) has expressed concerns over the violent incidents that marred the Ablekuma North Constituency parliamentary rerun held on Friday, July 11, 2025.
In a statement signed by its Acting Director of Public Affairs, Nana Yaa Afratima Peprah, the group described the events as “terror and disruptions.”
They cited viral videos that captured individuals believed to be pro-NDC thugs physically attacking members and officials of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).
“The integrity of Ghana’s democratic system has been deeply bruised by this sad occurrence,” the statement read.
PPI-Ghana further condemned what it described as the inaction of security personnel who were visibly present during the attacks.
“Shockingly, these atrocities occurred right in front of police personnel and no arrest has so far been made,” the group noted.
The think tank also took issue with the silence of President John Dramani Mahama, stating, “It is even heartbreaking that the President has so far remained silent on the subject.”
Calling for urgent action, PPI-Ghana demanded that President John Mahama immediately establishes an Independent Commission of Enquiry to investigate the violence and bring the perpetrators to justice.
“This is not merely a matter of justice, it is a critical test of the resolve of the President to safeguard Ghana’s peaceful and democratic heritage,” the statement emphasised.
The Ablekuma North rerun was held to resolve an electoral dispute stemming from the December 2024 general elections.
However, the day was overshadowed by violent scenes drawing sharp criticism from various stakeholders.
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The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) has revealed that 77 per cent of Ghanaian households rely on primary fuels like charcoal for cooking.
This statistic was unveiled during the launch of the 2024 Ghana Social Development Outlook report.
Despite improvements in cooking transition between 2008 to 2022, ISSER’s findings indicate that only 28.7 per cent of households use clean energy for cooking.
The report, which assesses the effectiveness of policy interventions in Ghana’s health sector between 2022 and 2024, also evaluates other key areas of social development, including education, energy, housing, and governance.
Dr Martha Awo, Head of ISSER’s Social Division, shared excerpts from the report, highlighting that while primary fuels such as wood and charcoal remain prevalent, there has been a slight decline in their usage.
However, the Institute observed a worrying trend of slower increase in clean cooking transition rates between 2014 and 2022 compared to the period from 2008 to 2014.
The report also underscored significant regional and urban disparities in clean fuel adoption.
It noted that 45 per cent of urban households use clean energy for cooking, whereas a mere 11 per cent of households in rural areas have adopted clean energy solutions.
Pertaining to regional dynamics, urbanised areas, notably Greater Accra and Ashanti, lead in clean fuel adoption, while adoption rates in the northern regions continue to decline due to socioeconomic and infrastructural conditions.
Dr Awo emphasised the severe health impact of the low adoption of clean energy usage in Ghana.
She stated that the high prevalence of primary fuel use, particularly charcoal, in rural areas contributed to increased rates of respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and other adverse health outcomes.
She urged the government to implement comprehensive public awareness campaigns about the benefits of clean cooking and to fund research into locally appropriate technologies.
Dr Awo concluded that through the implementation of targeted, evidence-informed policies that addressed accessibility, affordability, and awareness, Ghana could accelerate its journey towards universal access to clean and safe cooking energy.
Ghana is without a win after two games.
Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has assured that his side will qualify for the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament.
Ghana have had a difficult start to the tournament and is without a win after two games.
The Black Queens kicked off their campaign with a 2-0 defeat against South Africa before a 1-1 draw against Mali on Friday.
The results left Ghana at the 3rd place in Group C with just a point.
But ahead of their final group game on Monday night at the Stade Municipal de Berkane, Bjorkegren has called for calm, assuring that they will make it to the quarterfinals.
“We had 2.6 on expected goals as compared to their 0.6 chance of scoring,” the Swiss trainer said after the game against the Malians on Friday night.
“If we display the same performance, if we play like this, we are probably in the quarterfinals. I think I am happy with one point; there is no reason to panic at this point.
“We still have a chance to qualify for the quarterfinals,” he added.
The kick-off for the final group game has been scheduled to kick off at 19:00 GMT.
The boubou gown, a timeless masterpiece in African fashion, is making a stunning comeback in today’s style scene—especially among fashionable mummies who crave the perfect mix of comfort, sophistication, and cultural pride. With its elegant, flowing silhouette and effortless grace, the boubou gown is fast becoming the go-to outfit for mothers who want to feel both regal and relaxed.
Why Every Mum Needs a Boubou Gown in Her Wardrobe
Rooted deeply in West African tradition, the boubou gown is known for its wide-cut, draped form—perfect for women who prefer freedom of movement without compromising on glamour. Traditionally crafted from rich fabrics like Ankara, Aso Oke, and lace, these gowns often feature bold prints, embroidery, or beadwork that exude cultural richness.
What sets today’s boubou gowns apart is the modern flair designers are adding. From asymmetrical hems and stylish peplum details to chic collar designs and satin or chiffon blends, today’s boubous are more versatile than ever. These updates make the gown suitable for weddings, church services, naming ceremonies, or even a stylish family get-together.
Styling Tips for Mummies Who Want to Slay Effortlessly
Accessorizing a boubou gown can completely elevate your look. Try pairing it with:
Bold, gold or beaded jewelry
A matching gele (headwrap) or turban
Classy heels or embellished sandals
A chic handbag or clutch
Whether you’re dressing up for a grand event or dressing down for comfort at home, a well-designed boubou gives you regal confidence with minimal effort.
Cultural Pride Meets Contemporary Fashion
Wearing a boubou gown as a mother is more than just a fashion choice—it’s a celebration of African identity, womanhood, and enduring elegance. It empowers mummies to feel proud of their heritage while looking on-trend and fabulous.
From classic styles to runway-inspired designs, the boubou gown continues to evolve while remaining true to its roots. And for every mum who wants to turn heads while staying rooted in tradition, the boubou gown is the ultimate style essential.
Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has denied allegations made by Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
According to him, the Member of Parliament accused him of inciting or directing acts of violence during the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun election held on Friday, 11th July, 2025.
In a statement issued on Saturday, July 12, Mr Gbande expressed shock at the Minority Leader’s claims, describing them as “false, reckless, and politically motivated.”
He insisted he had no involvement in or prior knowledge of any violent incidents at the 19 polling stations where the rerun took place.
“I categorically deny any involvement in, or prior knowledge of, any of the incidents he referred to,” Gbande said.
“Such conduct from a trained lawyer and senior member of the legislature reflects a disregard for truth and the ethical standards expected of public office holders.”
Mr Gbande confirmed his presence in the constituency as part of routine electoral monitoring but clarified that he was not at the scene when the altercation involving former MP and Minister, Mavis Hawa Koomson, broke out.
“When I was called upon, I rushed to the scene to assist with efforts to de-escalate the situation. Contrary to the false narrative, I asked my driver to take Madam Hawa Koomson to the hospital,” he explained.
He condemned all unlawful acts and called for a full and impartial investigation by the Ghana Police Service to ensure that the perpetrators of any wrongdoing are brought to justice.
Mr Gbande also urged the Electoral Commission and relevant authorities to enhance measures that safeguard electoral integrity and protect the dignity of political participants during such exercises.
In response to Mr Afenyo-Markin’s accusations, Mr Gbande disclosed that the matter has been referred to his legal team for advice.
He warned that disinformation and character assassination pose serious threats to democratic discourse.
“It is essential that we preserve a political culture rooted in truth, accountability, and the rule of law,” he noted.
“I remain committed to promoting peace, fair participation, and responsible leadershipvalues that should guide all political actors in our nation.”
He further reaffirmed his continued dedication to his duties, stating he remains undeterred and will carry on with honesty and conviction.
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Dignitaries in a group photograph at the launch
MTN GHANA will headline this year’s Small and Medium Enterprises Ghana Awards (SMEGA) as title sponsor to celebrate the country’s best performing SMEs and individuals of entrepreneurial excellence.
Themed, “Sustaining Ghana’s SME’s in a Globally Competitive Market,” the awards scheme since 2013, has served as the apex body of trust and benchmark of consistency recognition among SME business owners and individuals of entrepreneurial excellence with an independently verified and data driven award scheme in Ghana.
Addressing dignitaries at the launch, Chief Enterprise Business Officer, MTN Ghana, Angela Mensah-Poku, said MTN decided to partner with the organisers due to their commitment to supporting SMEs in the country.
“SMEs deserve our recognition, our investment and our collective commitment and we are produced in association with key players doing amazing things,” he stated.
Madam Angela added that the awards will highlight the real stories of SMEs’ struggle to sustain businesses, “and at MTN we are proud to walk the journey with you, not as supporters but as active partners, cheering you along as you are not just building businesses but legacies.”
She also emphasised MTN’s commitment to delivering digital solutions for Africa’s progress,”whether it’s through digital tools, capacity building, financial inclusion via mobile money, we are investing in you because we believe that the next big Ghanaian business will come today from an SME.”
Director of SMEG, Kwasi Ofori said out of the 18 listed categories, 13 is competitive while 5 are non-competitive.
They are Rising Star, SME Researcher, SME Achiever, SME Industrial Sector, SME Product Excellence, SME High Impact, SME Long Service, SME Service Sector, SME Woman Entrepreneur, SME Agri-Business, SME Brand Discovery, SME Best Overall, SME Media Reportage, SME Digital and Technology, SME Leadership Excellence, SME Trade Sector, SME Export Excellence and SME Industry Shapers awards.
By Prince Fiifi Yorke
Burna Boy, has sparked controversy regarding the “big three” conversation in the music industry.
His recent album, “No Sign of Weakness,” has led to speculation about a possible dig at fellow artist Davido.
Burna Boy posted a cryptic message on Instagram Stories that generated significant online reactions.
Dennis Amfo Sefa, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate for Tema West in the 2024 general election, has openly called for armed readiness in the by-election expected in Akwatia in response to the violence that marked the parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North.
Describing the incident as a “dangerous precedent”, Amfo Sefa’s statements have raised alarms about the potential for increased political violence.
In an interview with Channel One News on Friday, July 11, during the polls, Amfo Sefa voiced his outrage, accusing the NDC of fostering a climate of violence to sway electoral outcomes.
“This is a sad and dangerous precedent that is being set by the NDC. Over the years, whenever there is a by-election, we in the NPP conduct ourselves democratically,” he stated, calling for an end to the cycle of aggression.
When pressed further about the violent events that marred the 2019 Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election, Amfo Sefa’s frustration was palpable.
“Is that to say we should continue? If that is what you are saying, then it means we should prepare for Akwatia. We have to arm ourselves and get ready. And we will repeat it there,” he warned, a statement that has drawn serious concern from political analysts regarding its potential to incite further violence.
On Friday, July 11, chaos erupted at a polling station located at St. Peter’s Methodist Church, where a group of unidentified armed men stormed the centre, disrupting the voting process.
This turmoil led to physical assaults on prominent NPP figures, including Nana Akua Afriyie, the party’s parliamentary candidate, and Hawa Koomson, the former Minister of Fisheries.
Such acts of aggression have reignited fears surrounding the security of electoral environments in the country, where political tensions have historically escalated during elections.
The call to arms reflects an alarming trend in Ghanaian politics, particularly as reports from the Ghana Police Service indicate a 30% increase in politically motivated violence compared to previous election cycles.
This surge poses a significant threat not only to the integrity of the electoral process but also to the safety of citizens who wish to exercise their democratic rights.
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Supervising High Court Judge Emmanuel Bart-Plange Brew swearing in the elected executives
The newly elected Northern and North East Regional Executives of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) have been officially sworn into office.
The elected Executives were sworn in by Supervising High Court Judge Emmanuel Bart-Plange Brew in a brief ceremony at the Tamale High Court in the Northern region.
The elected executives include Abdul Yakubu Majeed as Chairman, Joyce Kantam Konlamong as Treasurer, Albert Futukpor as Secretary, and Mohammed Fugu as North East GJA Chairman.
During the ceremony, Judge Brew urged the executives to ensure that journalists work professionally and ethically to elevate the standards of journalism in the region.
Abdul Majeed, the newly elected Northern Regional Chairman of the GJA, thanked Judge Brew for officiating the ceremony and pledged that the newly elected executives would fulfill their responsibilities diligently.
Mr. Majeed assured association members that under his leadership, the welfare and safety of journalists in the region would be a top priority and called upon the journalistic community to support them in achieving the goals they have set for the association.
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The extent of the damage is yet to be confirmed
The Police Church near the 37 Station in Accra caught fire, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and attracting large crowds to the scene.
Although the cause of the fire which occurred on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, remains unknown, personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) quickly rushed to the scene managed to bring the blaze under control.
No casualties were reported.
Emergency services, including fire tenders and police, arrived promptly to manage the situation and keep the crowd at bay.
Meanwhile, authorities have not yet released an official statement regarding the incident.
The extent of the damage has also not yet been confirmed.
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Ghana’s Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, joined global business and cultural leaders at the Global Citizen NOW summit in Detroit, urging greater investment in Africa’s youth to secure the continent’s digital future.
The event, which took place on Wednesday, brought together figures including billionaire investor Mark Cuban, Ethiopian-born celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, and Detroit’s Poet Laureate jessica Care moore.
Discussions focused on tackling urban challenges through innovation, small business growth and the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Speaking on a high-level panel, Mr Opare Addo called for young Africans to be equipped not just as consumers of technology, but as creators.
“For young people to be able to appreciate AI, then they must be not just users of it, but makers of it,” he told the global audience.
His comments highlighted concerns that African nations could be left behind as AI transforms economies and reshapes the global job market.
The minister’s message is closely tied to Ghana’s efforts to position itself as a centre for digital innovation.
The government has rolled out initiatives to integrate STEM and AI into school curricula and support start-ups led by young people in sectors such as agritech and fintech.
At the summit, Mr Opare Addo’s remarks came during discussions on how cities can become engines of equity and opportunity – issues also at the heart of Ghana’s development agenda.
Detroit was chosen as the host city due to its own story of resilience and cultural revival, drawing parallels with rapidly growing cities like Accra.
Other speakers included Mark Cuban, who described AI tools like ChatGPT as “the great equalizer” for small businesses, and Marcus Samuelsson, who stressed the power of food to unite communities and preserve cultural identity.
Detroit’s Poet Laureate jessica Care moore warned against losing local identities amid urban renewal, urging greater investment in the arts. Meanwhile, Global Citizen co-founder Simon Moss called on city leaders, not just national governments, to spearhead efforts to combat poverty and inequality.
The summit also launched “AI for All,” a global campaign aiming to equip 10 million people—particularly women and underserved youth—with AI literacy by 2030.
Ghana’s participation at such international forums underlines its commitment to making sure young people play a central role in driving the country’s digital transformation.
“Africa’s youth are not just a demographic statistic—they are the key to unlocking a more just, innovative, and prosperous future. But we must give them the tools not just to consume innovation, but to create it,” Opare Addo added.
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The 36-year-old star is accused of causing actual bodily harm to a music producer
US singer Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty in court to two charges relating to an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub two years ago.
The 36-year-old star is accused of causing actual bodily harm to a music producer during an incident that prosecutors have described as “unprovoked”.
He is also charged with having an offensive weapon – namely a tequila bottle.
The two charges were added last month to a more serious count of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), to which Mr Brown has already pleaded not guilty. The singer will face trial in October 2026.
He wore a brown suit with dark rimmed glasses to the latest plea hearing at Southwark Crown Court in London on Friday.
He gave a brief wave as he arrived before putting his hand to his chest. About 20 fans turned up to support him in the public gallery, with two saying “we love you Chris” as he left the court.
Prosecutors have previously said the alleged victim, Abraham Diaw, was standing at the bar of Soho’s Tape nightclub on 19 February 2023 when Mr Brown struck him several times with a bottle.
The singer was arrested at the five-star Lowry hotel in Salford, Greater Manchester, in May, after returning to the UK to prepare for a European tour.
He was held in custody for almost a week, before being released after agreeing to pay a £5m security fee to the court.
A security fee is a financial guarantee to ensure a defendant returns to court. Mr Brown could be asked to forfeit the money if he breaches bail conditions, which were kept in place at Friday’s hearing.
Under those conditions, Mr Brown must live at an address in the UK while awaiting trial, and was ordered to surrender his passport to police.
However, he is allowed to honour his Breezy Bowl XX world tour dates by surrendering his passport but getting it back when he needs to travel to the gigs.
He has played a string of stadium and arena shows across the UK and Europe in recent weeks, ending in Paris last weekend. The North American leg of his tour is due to start later this month and end on 18 October.
The next court hearing has been scheduled for 24 October.
Mr Brown is one of the biggest stars in US R&B, with two Grammy Awards, and 19 top 10 singles in the UK – including hits like Turn Up The Music, Freaky Friday, With You and Don’t Wake Me Up.
His co-defendant Omololu Akinlolu, a 39-year-old American who performs under the name HoodyBaby, also pleaded not guilty to causing actual bodily harm.
He previously entered a not guilty plea to the charge of attempted grievous bodily harm.
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Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor is the Majority Chief Whip in Parliament
The Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has dismissed viral images of a gay couple kissing beneath Ghana’s Independence Arch as fake, asserting they were generated using artificial intelligence (AI).
Addressing the matter on the floor of Parliament on Friday, July 11,2025, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi said the images lacked authenticity and should not form the basis of any parliamentary action.
“The matters that the First Deputy Minority Whip alluded to regarding the fact that two persons were seen kissing at the Independence Square are totally falsehood.
“It was an AI-generated image posted by someone onto his social media handle, so my brother Habib has no documents to stand on predicate upon which he will be demanding that the Minister of Foreign Affairs be invited to speak to such matters and also to justify why we abstained from a certain vote at the UN”, he stated.
His comments come in response to concerns raised in Parliament over images of a South African gay couple, Lue and Rue, that went viral on social media.
The images showed the pair holding hands, kissing, and wrapped in the Ghanaian flag at iconic national monuments including the Independence Square and the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum.
The couple has since admitted that the act was a deliberate protest against Ghana’s controversial anti-LGBTQI+ Bill.
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President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, and the Attorney General, Dominic Ayine, to immediately review all fees imposed by shipping companies operating in Ghana and ensure that they receive parliamentary approval.
In a speech delivered on Friday, July 11, 2025 President Mahama emphasized that any charges levied without parliamentary approval are illegal and unjustified.
The directive follows a meeting he held with freight forwarders, who raised concerns about certain shipping lines imposing unapproved administrative fees that increase operational costs and undermine revenue optimization at Ghana’s ports.
“We have tasked the Minister of Transport to investigate the matter, engage with the shipping lines, and review those administrative charges.
“The law states that all fees and levies must be ratified by Parliament. Therefore, no entity can impose any fee within the jurisdiction of Ghana without such approval. We consulted the Attorney General, and it is clear that no fee or levy can be charged within Ghana’s territory without parliamentary endorsement,” citinewsroom.com quotes the president as saying.
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Mohammed Kudus is now part of the Tottenham Hotspur team
Ghanaian International Mohammed Kudus completed a transfer from West Ham United to Tottenham Hotspur in a deal worth £55 million spread over three years.
The 24-year-old contributed 22 goal involvements scoring 13 goals and assisting 9 in his 65 appearances for the Hammers after joining from Ajax in 2023.
Tottenham unveiled their new signing on Thursday, July 10, 2025, on their social media handles with many fans excited about his arrival.
However, Kudus has revealed the reason why he signed for the North London club saying, “One of the most important parts of why I came here is the project and how the manager sees it, and to develop under him.
“With the history of where he’s come from, I’ve seen the amount of talent he’s developed to become great players. It’s a big sign of why I wanted to work under him as well.”
Kudus will wear the number 20 and work under new Tottenham coach Thomas Frank who also joined the club from Brentford to take the role of Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked after winning the Europa League.
Tottenham will look to make a statement in next season’s Premier League after finishing on a poor note last season.
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Gugu used to collect her antiretrovirals from a USAID-funded clinic in central Johannesburg.
But when President Trump’s cuts to aid funding were announced earlier this year, she and thousands of other HIV-positive patients across South Africa suddenly faced an uncertain future.
Gugu was lucky, the clinic where she got the medication that helps suppress her symptoms contacted her before it closed down.
“I was one of the people who was able to get their medication in bulk. I usually collect a three-month prescription. But before my clinic closed, they gave me nine months’ worth of medication.”
She will run out of antiretrovirals (ARVs) in September, and then plans on going to her local public hospital for more.
A former sex worker, the 54-year-old found out she was HIV-positive after she’d quit the industry.
Ten years ago she got a chesty cough, and initially thought it was tuberculosis. She went to a doctor who told her she had a chest infection and treated her for it.
But when the treatment failed, she went to a clinic to get an HIV test.
“By then I already assumed that I was HIV-positive, and I told the nurse this.”
She was right, and she has been on ARVs ever since. We’re not using her real name at her request.
She currently works as a project coordinator for an NGO.
“We help pregnant sex workers get their ARVs, to ensure their children are born HIV-negative. We also do home visits to make sure that the mothers take their medication on time, and to look after their babies when they go for their monthly check-ups.”
Many HIV-positive sex workers in South Africa relied on private clinics funded by the US government’s now-defunct aid agency, USAID, to get their prescriptions and treatments.
But most of the facilities closed after US President Donald Trump cut most foreign aid earlier this year.
Gugu believes that many sex workers could be discouraged from going to public hospitals for their ARVs if they can no longer get them from clinics.
“The problem with going to public hospitals is the time factor. In order to get serviced at these facilities, you have to arrive at 4 or 5am, and they may spend the whole day waiting for their medication. For sex workers, time is money,” Gugu says.
She adds that she recently went to her local hospital with some friends to register her details and build a relationship with staff.
“The nurse who attended to us was very rude. She told us there was nothing special about sex workers.”
She thinks this could lead to many sex workers defaulting on their medication, “especially because their hospital files contain a lot of personal information, and the concern is that sometimes the nurses at these local clinics aren’t always the most sensitive in dealing with this kind of information”.
In a report released on Thursday, the UN body in charge of fighting HIV/Aids does not single out the US, but says that drastic cuts from a number of donors have sent shockwaves around the world, that the “phenomenal progress” in tackling the illness risks being reversed.
“New HIV infections have been reduced by 40% since 2010, and 4.4 million children have been protected from acquiring HIV since 2000. More than 26 million lives have been saved,” UNAids says, warning that if the world does not act, there could be an extra six million new HIV infections and four million Aids-related deaths by 2029.
UNAids said that, before the funding cuts, the annual numbers of new HIV infections and Aids-related deaths had sunk to their lowest levels in more than 30 years.
All of the data published in the report is from before the US and other donors slashed funding earlier this year. But it does highlight how much progress could be lost as a result of these cuts.
Sub-Saharan Africa has seen a 56% decline in the number of new infections. The region is still the epicentre of the epidemic – half of all new infections last year were from the continent. But four African countries – Lesotho, Malawi, Rwanda and Zimbabwe – were on track to achieve a 90% decline in new infections by 2030 compared with 2010.
Another success story for Africa has been the performance of antiretrovirals, which help suppress HIV symptoms. Along with other medical advances in the field, they helped increase life in sub-Saharan Africa from 56 years in 2010 to 62 years in 2024.
The turnaround began when then-US President George W Bush launched an ambitious programme to combat HIV/Aids in 2003, saying it would serve the “strategic and moral interests” of the US.
Known as the President’s Emergency Plan for Aids Relief (Pepfar), it led to the investment of more than $100bn (£74bn) in the global HIV/Aids response – the largest commitment by any nation to address a single disease in the world.
South Africa has about 7.7 million people living with HIV, the highest number in the world, according to UNAids.
About 5.9 million of them receive antiretroviral treatment, resulting in a 66% decrease in Aids-related deaths since 2010, the UN agency adds.
South Africa’s government says Pepfar funding contributed about 17% to its HIV/Aids programme. The money was used for various projects, including running mobile clinics to make it easier for patients to get treatment.
The Trump administration’s cuts have raised concern that infection rates could spike again.
“I think we’re going to start seeing an increase in the number of HIV infections, the number of TB cases, the number of other infectious diseases,” Prof Lynn Morris, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Johannesburg’s Wits University, tells the BBC.
“And we’re going to start seeing a reversal of what was essentially a real success story. We were getting on top of some of these things.”
Gugu points out that treatment is a matter of life and death, especially for vulnerable populations like sex workers.
“People don’t want to default on their ARVs. They’re scared that they’re going to die if they don’t get access to them.
The cuts have also affected research aimed at finding an HIV vaccine and a cure for Aids.
“There’s the long-term impact, which is that we’re not going to be getting new vaccines for HIV,” Prof Morris adds.
“We’re not going to be keeping on top of viruses that are circulating. Even with new viruses that might appear, we’re not going to have the surveillance infrastructure that we once had.”
South Africa has been one of the global leaders in HIV research. Many of the medications that help prevent the virus, and which have benefitted people around the world, were trialled in South Africa.
This includes Prep (pre-exposure prophylaxis), a medication which stops HIV-negative people from catching the virus.
Another breakthrough preventive drug released this year, Lenacapavir, an injection taken twice a year and that offers total protection from HIV, was also tried in South Africa.
In a lab at Wits University’s Health Sciences campus, a small group of scientists are still working on a vaccine for HIV.
They are part of the Brilliant Consortium, a group of labs working across eight African countries to develop a vaccine for the virus.
“We were developing a vaccine test to see how well that works, and then we would trial it on humans,” Abdullah Ely, an Associate Professor at Wits University, tells the BBC in his lab.
“The plan was to run the trials in Africa based on research carried out by Africans because we want that research to actually benefit our community as well as all mankind.”
But the US funding cuts threw their work into doubt.
“When the stop order came, it meant we had to stop everything. Only some of us have been able to get additional funding so we could continue our work. It’s set us back months, probably could even be a year,” Prof Ely says.
The lab lacks funding to carry out clinical trials scheduled for later this year.
“That is a very big loss to South Africa and the continent. It means that any potential research that comes out of Africa will have to be tested in Europe, or the US,” Prof Ely says.
In June, universities asked the government for a bailout of 4.6bn South African rand ($260m; £190m) over the next three years to cover some of the funding lost from the US.
“We are pleading for support because South Africa is leading in HIV research, but it’s not leading for itself. This has ramifications on the practice and policies of the entire globe,” says Dr Phethiwe Matutu, head of Universities South Africa.
South Africa’s Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi announced on Wednesday that some alternative funding for research had been secured.
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Wellcome Trust have agreed to donate 100m rand each with immediate effect, while the government would make available 400m rand over the next three years, he said.
This would bring the total to 600m rand, way below the 4.6bn rand requested by researchers.
As for Gugu, she had hoped that by the time she was elderly, a cure for HIV/Aids would have been found, but she is less optimistic now.
“I look after a nine-year-old. I want to live as long as I can to keep taking care of him,” she tells the BBC.
“This isn’t just a problem for right now, we have to think about how it’s going to affect the next generation of women and young people.”
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has bemoaned what it describes as widespread acts of violence and lawlessness that disrupted today’s parliamentary rerun election across 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North Constituency.
In a statement signed by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Caucus accused members of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) of inciting and perpetrating violent acts.
It specifically named Malik Basintale, Deputy National Communications Officer, and Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary, as key instigators caught on video directing and encouraging the disturbances.
“Their actions, and the justifications being offered by other NDC leaders, are a direct attack on our democratic process,” the statement read. “These acts are depriving the people of Ablekuma North of their constitutional right to representation.”
Among the incidents cited were physical assaults on New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, former Fisheries Minister Hawa Koomson, and former MP Darkoa Newman at the St. Peter’s Polling Station. A reporter from the EIB Network, Banahene Agyekum, was also allegedly slapped by a police officer while covering events at North Odorkor 2.
The Caucus further accused the Ghana Police Service of complicity, claiming officers stood by as the violence unfolded, despite earlier warnings of possible disruptions. It called for investigations into the police conduct and the incidents reported.
Another flashpoint occurred at Awoshie DVLA Polling Station, where individuals dressed as security personnel were arrested for failing to produce identification. Additionally, clashes between NDC supporters and the police at Asiedu Gyedu Memorial School 1 heightened tensions and disrupted voting.
Chris Lloyd Nii Kwei Asamoah, Deputy National Organiser of the NPP, was also reportedly assaulted.
The Minority also took issue with the presence of the Ministers for the Interior and Defence at various polling stations, describing it as a “public gimmick” meant to conceal their inaction.
Beyond the physical confrontations, the Caucus reiterated its objection to the Electoral Commission’s (EC) decision to rerun elections in 19 polling stations, insisting that only three were initially identified as needing collation for a final result.
The shift, they argued, raises suspicions of political manipulation.
Calling on the Ghana Police Service and the EC to act swiftly, the statement urged increased protection for voters, electoral officers, journalists, and candidates. It also called on the international community, civil society, and media to monitor developments closely.
“The continued disenfranchisement of Ablekuma North residents, who have been without parliamentary representation since January 7, 2025, is unacceptable,” it added.
The Minority concluded by affirming its commitment to justice, rule of law, and electoral integrity
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President John Dramani Mahama and his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, have agreed to deepen bilateral ties with a strong focus on agricultural and food security collaboration.
In a phone conversation held between the two leaders, both sides emphasized the need to develop joint initiatives in the agro-industrial sector.
A key outcome of the talks was an agreement to convene a ministerial-level meeting to begin practical work toward strengthening cooperation in agriculture.
President Zelenskyy revealed that a Ukrainian delegation will soon visit Ghana to explore areas of mutual interest and advance discussions. One of the major initiatives discussed was the establishment of a logistics hub for food storage in Ghana—an effort the Ukrainian leader expressed readiness to support.
The hub, once established, is expected to improve food supply chains, reduce post-harvest losses, and contribute to regional food stability, especially in West Africa.
While agriculture was the central focus, the two leaders also discussed potential cooperation in technology, particularly Ghana’s interest in Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for monitoring and securing its northern borders.
President Mahama invited Zelenskyy to visit Ghana, an invitation which was warmly received, with both leaders agreeing to meet in person in the near future to advance discussions.
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has responded forcefully to her colleague Iyabo Ojo’s recent public outcry, where the latter warned that Lizzy should be held responsible if anything were to happen to her or her children.
In a strongly worded Instagram post, Lizzy Anjorin denied the allegations and went on the offensive, accused Iyabo Ojo of orchestrating a donation scam disguised as activism.
Deputy National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Chris Lloyd Nii Kwei Asamoah, was beaten by a group at the St. Peter’s Polling Station in Odorkor.
This occurred during the rerun of the 2024 parliamentary election in the Ablekuma North constituency.
The incident on Friday unfolded amid chaos as an unidentified group stormed the polling station, attacking several NPP members, including a party official.
Watch the moment NPP Deputy Organizer, Chris Lloyd Nii Kwei Asamoah, was assaulted at the Odorkor Methodist Church Polling Station during the ongoing Ablekuma North rerun elections.
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In the footage, an initial scuffle is seen near the gate leading to the polling station.
Mr Asamoah is seen attempting to flee but is punched to the ground.
This is followed by a barrage of kicks and slaps as he is mobbed by the angry group.
The assault forced a brief halt to the voting process and caused panic among voters.
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This was just one of multiple instances of violence recorded during today’s polls.
Tensions also escalated at the St. Peter’s Society Methodist Church polling station in Odorkor, part of the Ablekuma North constituency.
The electoral rerun was violently disrupted when a group of unidentified “macho men” stormed the premises in coordinated fashion, arriving in a pickup truck accompanied by multiple motorbikes, forcing panic among voters, electoral personnel and security forces.
Eye‐witnesses report that the assailants overpowered the security detail and launched an assault on several political figures, including former MP and ex‐Fisheries Minister Mavis Hawa Koomson.
Disturbing video footage shows her being forced to the ground and reportedly stomped in the chest and groin area before officers intervened.
Other victims included NPP parliamentary candidate Nana Akua Afriyie and a female party agent, both reportedly injured amid the turmoil.
Later in the morning, a JoyNews journalist was slapped and pushed by a thug.
Meanwhile, former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has condemned the violent incidents reported during the ongoing parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North.
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As Ghana’s aquaculture sector expands to meet growing demand for locally produced fish, so is the soaring cost of quality fish feed. At the center of this challenge is protein meal, the most expensive component of fish feed.
Agrimercarb, a promising agritech startup supported by the Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC), is offering a game-changing solution.
Agrimercarb produces high-quality, consistent protein meal derived from black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), which are fed on locally sourced organic waste.
This innovative model not only reduces the cost of protein meal but also contributes to sustainable agriculture by turning waste into a valuable resource.
“Agrimercarb’s insect protein is a viable, eco-friendly alternative to imported fishmeal, reducing feed costs while improving fish health. By integrating frass, a nutrient-rich byproduct of BSFL, as a natural condiment in the feed, we offer farmers a product that is not only cheaper but also healthier for their fish and the environment,” says Luther Jesse Quashie, Co-founder of Agrimercarb.
Ghana’s dependence on imported fishmeal has long made the local aquaculture sector vulnerable to price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions. Agrimercarb’s localized production model provides a more stable, affordable, and sustainable supply of protein meal, enabling smallholder farmers to remain competitive.
“We are excited about Agrimercarb’s bold approach to tackling systemic challenges in aquaculture. Their work aligns perfectly with KIC’s mission to support innovative agribusinesses that are transforming food systems sustainably and inclusively, “Benjamin Gyan-Kesse, Executive Director of the Kosmos Innovation Center, expressed confidence in Agrimercarb’s potential.
With growing traction in Ghana and beyond, Agrimercarb is poised to lead a new era of sustainable aquaculture and resilient feed systems in West Africa.
Working in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, KIC is committed to empowering young people to find innovative solutions that also create job opportunities.
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‘SWAG’ is the Canadian singer’s seventh studio album, it features 21 tracks
Justin Bieber has sprung a surprise on fans – releasing his first new studio album in four years.
“SWAG,” the Canadian singer’s seventh studio album, features 21 tracks, including collaborations with rap artist Gunna, gospel singer Dijon, rapper Lil B, comedian Druski, rapper Sexyy Red, musician Cash Cobain and singer-songwriter Eddie Benjamin.
The album’s final song, “Forgiveness,” is performed not by Bieber but by pastor and gospel singer Marvin Winans.
Justin Bieber is seen on The Upper East Side on January 31, 2025 in New York City.
“Congratulations @lilbieber for making a wild and deeply inspiring record,” Dijon wrote in a post on Instagram Friday in which he shared the album, along with images of what appear to be recording sessions.
“Grateful to have been able to witness and be a tiny part of a beautiful thing. Humbled!” he added.
The album from Bieber, who in March shared a social media post about feeling “unworthy,” and in June posted on Instagram about being “broken,” is infused with a tone of vulnerability.
In the 14th track, “Therapy Session,” Bieber tells Druski, “I think that’s been a tough thing for me recently is feeling like, you know, I have had to go through a lot of my struggles as a human, as all of us do, really publicly. And so people are always asking if I’m okay, and that starts to really weigh on me.”
“It starts to make me feel like I’m the one with issues and everyone else is perfect,” the 31-year-old, who welcomed his first child, Jack, in August last year, went on to say.
Another track with Druski, “Standing on Business,” makes light of a video of the singer that went viral in June, in which he goes on a rant at paparazzi whom he said were trying to provoke him while he was at the beach.
In the track, Druski mocks the way Bieber maintains his flawless pronunciation of the word “business” while haranguing the paparazzi.
The MTTD officer clinging to the trotro’s bonnet
A trotro driver in Kumasi has sparked outrage after a video surfaced showing him driving off with a police officer from the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) clinging to the bonnet of his vehicle.
The incident, captured in a video on X on July 11,2025, shows the officer desperately holding on as the vehicle moves through traffic.
The dramatic footage has since gone viral, prompting strong reactions from the public over the growing disregard for law enforcement.
It’s unclear what led to the altercation, but the video suggests the officer had attempted to stop the driver for a traffic-related offence before the situation escalated.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement, but the Ghana Police Service is expected to investigate the incident and identify the driver involved.
Many social media users have condemned the driver’s actions, describing them as reckless and dangerous. Others have also raised concerns about the safety and enforcement challenges faced by officers on duty.
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has endorsed the liberalisation of the operations of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), the State-owned electricity distributor, for private sector participation.
The Fund is of the view that private sector participation would attract the much-needed investment and technical expertise to address legacy debts, making the energy sector financially sustainable.
This was in the IMF July country report on the fourth review of the Ghana’s US$3 billion-three-year Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, which identified the energy sector as a major source of fiscal risk.
The Electricity Company of Ghana is responsible for distributing electricity in the southern part of Ghana, covering six administrative regions: Greater Accra, Eastern, Volta, Ashanti, Western and Central.
According to the Fund, in the absence of any policy action, the annual energy sector shortfall is estimated to reach US$2.2 billion in 2025.
That reflected ECG’s large commercial and technical losses and slow electricity tariff adjustment in the face of exchange rate fluctuations and higher power generation costs, notably due to reliance on costly liquid fuels, the IMF observed.
“Staff welcomes the cabinet decision to open the electricity company’s operations to the private sector, and the efforts made towards the energy sector’s financial sustainability -including resuming the quarterly electricity tariff increases,” the Fund stated in its appraisal on the ECF programme.
The IMF observed progress in reducing the energy sector challenges including the 14.75 per cent increase in electricity tariffs in April 2025 by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) and compliance improvement with the Cash Waterfall Mechanism somewhat in 2025.
Nonetheless, the report indicated that “some IPPs received less than expected, as fuel payments and the addition of an IPP diluted Cash Waterfall Mechanism distributions.”
There were significant deviations between ECG’s validated and declared collections (GHS5.3 billion) and between CWM allocations and actual payments (GHS3.9 billion), the report noted.
To reduce the energy sector shortfall in the short term and enhance efficiency, the Bretton Woods institution recommended a full and consistent implementation of the Cash Waterfall Mechanism.
That implies the country ensuring regular payments to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and fuel suppliers, addressing legacy arrears, and improving transparency, governance and accountability.
The IMF urged the Government to accelerate the implementation of the Energy Sector Recovery Programme measures, including conducting a multi-year tariff assessment to reflect changes in the costs of energy production by end-September 2025, enhance revenue collection and limit arrears accumulation.
In an earlier interview with the Ghana News Agency, Nana Amoasi VII, the Executive Director, Institute for Energy Security, said privatisation could bring in expertise, investment, and efficiency improvements that are needed to address infrastructure challenges and improve service delivery in the power sector.
Referring to the 2019 failed agreement with Power Distribution Services (PDS), he called for a well-designed, transparent, and best practices to avoid the pitfalls experienced in the past deal.
The failure of PDS to achieve certain pre-conditions led to the country missing some US$190 million in investment under the second tranche of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) power compact.
Alice Albright, Chief Executive Officer of MCC, on Thursday, May 9, 2024, stated that the Corporation had no immediate plans, but remained opened to working with Ghana for long-term sustainability of related infrastructure and financial recovery in the energy sector.
The club expressed disappointment with the nature of Blay’s accusations
Asante Kotoko have begun internal investigations into allegations made by former midfielder Justice Blay, who accused teammate Kwame Opoku of a personal betrayal involving his girlfriend.
The club has described the claims as troubling and unexpected, confirming steps are being taken to verify the facts.
Speaking to Luv FM, Communications Director Sarfo Duku expressed the club’s disappointment with the nature of the accusations, particularly given Blay’s previous standing with the team.
“Justice Blay’s comment is very unfortunate, it was the least expected of him. As a club, we are looking at the whole issue, we are investigating it, and we may come out officially at the appropriate time,” he stated.
Blay, who was released in June 2025 after being informed he was not part of Kotoko’s plans for the upcoming season, alleged in a Pure FM interview that Opoku had secretly dated his girlfriend after being introduced to her.
He claimed the betrayal strained their relationship in camp, despite efforts to maintain professionalism on the pitch.
The midfielder also said some teammates frequently smoked “shisha” in the clubhouse, claims that have added to growing concerns about discipline within the squad.
Togolese government officials addressing the media
In response to calls for insurrection and disinformation campaigns launched from abroad, the Togolese government convened national and international media on July 9 in Lomé.
The objective was clear: to present the facts, identify those responsible, and reaffirm its determination to protect republican institutions against any form of subversion, including those taking place in the digital space.
The illegal demonstrations that occurred in June served as a springboard for certain bloggers to ignite social media. Through violent messages filled with vulgar and offensive language, these individuals targeted the country’s leaders, with particular virulence directed at the President of the Council, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé.
“The instigators and accomplices of these calls to destabilize the institutions of the Republic will be pursued to their last hideouts and punished in accordance with the law,” declared the Minister of Security and Civil Protection, Colonel Calixte Madjoulba, during the press conference.
According to members of the government, most of the individuals behind these calls reside abroad, notably in France. Through inflammatory rhetoric, they urged the population, especially the youth, to overthrow the constitutional order, attack the symbols of the Republic and state authorities, take to the streets, vandalize public property, confront law enforcement, and in extreme cases, even take the lives of those who support the legitimate government.
“These calls to violence, repeatedly circulated on TikTok, Facebook, and WhatsApp, were disseminated in a coordinated and targeted manner, with the sole aim of sowing fear, chaos, and division,” emphasized one of the ministers present.
During the conference, several video clips illustrating these incitements were shown. The authorities highlighted the active role played by each blogger or influencer involved, through aggressive and hate-driven digital campaigns.
Government officials unanimously condemned these attempts to incite public disorder and denounced the misuse of human rights rhetoric as a tool for destabilization. They also warned against the spread of fake news, manipulated content and fabricated videos, all contributing to widespread and deliberate disinformation.
They criticized a segment of civil society accused of intentionally distorting facts, notably by falsely attributing deaths to the security forces. The Minister of Security praised the professionalism of the law enforcement agencies, which, according to him, effectively contained the unrest and prevented the instigators from carrying out their plans to plunge the country into chaos.
A Warning…
The illegal and violent demonstrations that marred several days in June 2025 were not without consequences. Multiple authoritative voices have called on the government to fully assume its sovereign duty to protect citizens, regardless of the source or nature of the threat.
These voices also warned against the growing risk of digital tools being weaponized as a means of destabilization. In this context, any act of defiance against legitimate authority must be swiftly identified, discouraged, and punished with the utmost severity.
Held under the banner of transparency and public accountability, the press briefing was led by four members of the government: Minister of Security and Civil Protection Colonel Calixte Madjoulba; Minister of Territorial Administration Hodabalo Awaté; Minister of Human Rights Adjéoda Adjourouvi; and Minister of Technical Education Kokou Tchikpé.
Together, they presented the facts, clarified responsibilities, and reiterated the state’s unwavering commitment to defending the republican order against all forms of aggression, including those propagated online.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North Constituency, Ewurabena Aubynn, has secured the seat after accruing a vote margin of 209 votes, defeating the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Nana Akua Afriyie in a chaotic re-run election.
The r esult, declared late on Friday night, marks the first time the NDC has won the seat since Ghana’s Fourth Republic began in 1992. According to results from the Electoral Commission (EC), Aubynn polled 34,090 votes against Afriyie’s 33,881 across all 281 polling stations, including 19 where voting was repeated on July 11.
The total votes cast stood at 68,382, with 411 ballots rejected.
One of the deceased, Janes Kyei alias ‘Mercy’
Two illegal miners, a Chinese national and a Ghanaian, have been killed at Subri Nkwanta in the Bibiani Anhwiaso-Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region.
The unfortunate incident happened on July 8, 2025 at about 2:40 pm.
The illegal miners were initially attacked and robbed of their gold at gun point by unknown assailants.
The value of the gold robbed from the deceased persons were not immediately known.
The attackers allegedly shot and killed the purported illegal miners who were onboard a Toyota Land Cruiser with registration number GR 9198-25.
The name of the deceased Chinese national was given as Wen Jiezhong and that of the Ghanaian was given as James Kyei alias ‘Mercy’, who was driving the vehicle.
The bodies of the deceased persons have been deposited at the Bibiani Government Hospital pending further investigations.
From Emmanuel Opoku, Takoradi
Nollywood actress, Anita Joseph Olagunju has defended Nigerian singer, Davido over backlash surrounding his use of his father’s private jet.
Naija News reports that the mother of one described their behaviour as “witchcraft”, saying the singer is not doing anything wrong.
She questioned why people would be upset that the singer is flying his family’s private aircraft.
Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Rashid Tanko Computer, has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of entering the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun with intention to disrupt the electoral process rather than engage in a fair contest.
Speaking on The Pulse on JoyNews, Mr. Tanko said the voting had so far been smooth, but claimed intelligence gathered by the NDC pointed to deliberate attempts by the NPP to undermine the process.
“Everything is going on smoothly. Like I told you this morning, as of yesterday, we knew that the NPP is coming into this election not to contest, but to mar the beauty of the rerun – just to mar the whole process. That is what their intention is.”
He raised concerns over what he described as unnecessary spending by the NPP candidate, questioning the sudden mobilization of large sums of money shortly before the polls.
“Look, as of yesterday evening-less than 12 hours to the election—she [the NPP candidate] mobilized not less than one million Ghana cedis. What is she going to use the money for? Your guess is as good as mine.”
“People who have defied the orders of their national executive are being beaten here and there. Intelligence we picked shows that their own party people are beating them because they disobeyed party orders and decided to contest.”
He was quick to distance the NDC from any such acts of violence, insisting that their members had conducted themselves in a disciplined and lawful manner throughout the election.
“All our party people, I can assure you, are disciplined. They know what is expected of them because we are winning the seat. That is why we’ve put these things together.”
He emphasized that any disruptions reported at polling stations were likely a result of internal NPP tensions, not the actions of the NDC.
“ I know the NDC is not involved in this at all.”
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A 37-year old forestry guard, Daniel Obeng, has gone missing in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region.
Information gathered by the Ghana News Agency (GNA), reveals Mr. Obeng was last seen on July 4, 2025, after being transferred from Nkwanta township to Tutukpene, a suburb of Nkwanta South.
GNA gathered that the victim joined the Forestry Service Commission in 2012 and had previously worked at Brewaniase and Bontibo, cocoa farming communities in Nkwanta South.
Mr. Obeng was known for his tireless work ethic and had recently been transferred to his new jurisdiction, where relatives, friends and colleagues have not been able to contact him.
Colleagues who wished to remain anonymous, disclosed that they were with him on the day of his arrival at Tutukpene, however, the following day, they went to his house and found the room half-open with an MP3 player playing music inside.
They said upon knocking and receiving no response, they waited for several hours, thinking he might have stepped out. However, when he failed to return, they entered the community to search for him but could not find him.
In an exclusive interview with the GNA, Mr. Christian Obeng, father of the forestry guard, expressed his unwavering faith that his son is alive.
Mr. Obeng described his son as a young gentleman with dark complexion, and not too short in stature.
He urged anyone who finds a person matching that description to kindly alert the police, assembly members and traditional authorities.
“I believe my son is alive, Obeng is not dead, I trust in God, I will surely see my son.”
The GNA’s engagement with the Nkwanta south Forestry Manager, Mr. Isaac Boamah Amanquah, confirmed that the missing guard has a history of bipolar disorder.
He explained that Mr. Obeng’s condition required medical attention and whenever symptoms arise, he was given medication to stabilize his brain.
He revealed that some community members reported spotting the guard on July 5, 2025, at about 0500 hours to 0600 hours taking a walk on a farm path.
Mr. Amanquah stated that after Daniel’s disappearance, an official complaint was lodged with the Nkwanta south District Police Command and extract was subsequently issued for radio publicity to aid in the search efforts.
He said despite the reported sighting, search parties have been unable to locate him.
Meanwhile, the search efforts, which began on July 6, 2025, are still underway.
Source: GNA
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St. Peter’s Methodist Church in Odorkor is seriously considering withdrawing its premises as a collation centre for future elections, citing significant safety concerns and property damage inflicted during the volatile Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun on Friday, July 11.
The decision by the church leadership underscores the escalating challenges faced by public and private institutions that offer their spaces for Ghana’s electoral processes, often bearing the brunt of political tensions.
Rev. Ebenezer Kofi, the church’s overseer, confirmed the contemplation of this drastic step, expressing deep distress over the events that marred the rerun.
His announcement highlights a growing disillusionment among community institutions that provide vital support for Ghana’s democracy but often receive little protection or compensation when violence erupts.
Friday’s rerun in Ablekuma North, held across 19 polling stations to resolve a protracted electoral dispute from the December 7, 2024, general elections, was fraught with tension from the outset.
Their forceful entry disrupted the voting process, causing widespread panic among voters and leading to a temporary suspension of polling.
The assailants violently assaulted key figures of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), including the party’s parliamentary candidate, Nana Akua Afriyie, and former Fisheries Minister Hawa Koomson.
Eyewitnesses described the incident as “well-coordinated and deliberate”, suggesting premeditation rather than spontaneous unrest.
Police struggled to restore order, further emphasising the challenges in controlling politically motivated violence at polling centres.
Speaking in an interview with Citi News on Saturday, July 12, Rev. Kofi articulated the church’s resolve.
“A decision has to be taken by the leadership of the church where we will take the collation centre from here, and by extension, we will take the polling station from here to prevent further incidents,” he stated, indicating a broad consensus within the church leadership.
He confirmed that the church intends to formally request the Electoral Commission (EC) and security agencies to relocate both the collation centre and the nearby police post from the church premises.
Rev. Kofi also shed light on the cumulative impact of hosting electoral activities, revealing that the December 2024 general elections had also left a trail of damage at the church, yet the EC had offered no compensation.
“Most of our assets were vandalised and destroyed because of the collation… even yesterday I was told that the residence of one of the ministers was also damaged,” he lamented.
This lack of redress for damages often deters institutions from offering their facilities in subsequent elections, potentially forcing the EC to use less suitable venues.
The incident in Ablekuma North is not an isolated one but forms part of a worrying trend of increasing electoral violence in Ghana.
The 2020 general elections, for instance, were marred by multiple incidents of violence that resulted in at least eight fatalities, prompting widespread calls for accountability that largely remain unanswered.
The December 2024 elections also saw at least six deaths, alongside numerous reports of assaults on journalists and political figures.
Organisations like the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) and the Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) have consistently highlighted the entrenched nature of electoral violence and the prevailing culture of impunity.
Despite the NPP officially boycotting the rerun, its candidate, Nana Akua Afriyie, defied the party’s directive and contested the election.
She ultimately lost to Ewurabena Aubynn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) by a narrow margin.
The rerun’s outcome shifts the balance of power in parliament, but the violence that accompanied it leaves a deeper scar on Ghana’s democratic fabric.
The incident at St. Peter’s Methodist Church in Odorkor serves as a potent reminder of the need for the Electoral Commission, political parties, and security agencies to proactively safeguard electoral venues and ensure accountability for violence.
Without robust measures to protect these critical democratic spaces and compensate for damages, the integrity and accessibility of Ghana’s electoral process remain at risk.
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DJ Slim described King Paluta as ‘strong headed’
Ghanaian DJ and industry insider DJ Slim has lambasted rapper King Paluta following the latter’s explosive outburst at a recent event in London.
Paluta’s performance at the All‑White Boat Party turned sour when, during his set at the high-profile party, Paluta reportedly became agitated when a guest appeared unresponsive to his performance.
In a viral video, the Aseda hitmaker was seen angrily berating the attendee, claiming he needed to “free his mind.”
The incident drew swift criticism, with media critic Bullgod highlighting how Paluta’s underground roots made the display especially disappointing.
In an interview on GhanaWeb’s X spaces on July 11, 2025, DJ Slim slammed Paluta’s behaviour and described it as “way above the line.”
Slim, who has had a personal relationship with King Paluta, described the artiste as someone known to be “strong-headed,” narrating an incident in Kumasi even before his rise to fame.
“He is quite known for these things, he is very strong-headed, even before he got hit songs like Makoma and Aseda. He was like that.
“There was an issue in Kumasi when he was billed to perform. He didn’t show up and the frustrated fans decided to ransack the equipment of the media house and the organisers. The issue got back to me and when I reached out, he said he would not apologise or address the issue,” he said.
Addressing the incident, DJ Slim said, “Right now we are not on talking terms… I know he is strong-headed, but this is way above the line.”
Slim further expressed concern that Paluta’s recently acquired fame may be fueling erratic behavior.
“I have dealt with artistes from the group up, and some of these things are as a result of fame. People experience fame for the first time and cannot handle it… we can only pray for him,” he added.
He further expressed fears that the artiste may not have anyone to guide him since he has “disrespected his godfathers” in the industry.
“Because as it stands now, I do not know anybody who can sit him down and talk to him. Because most of his godfathers, he has disrespected them, so I do not know who can talk to him,” he said.
The incident has prompted outcry on social media, with many accusing Paluta of straying from professionalism and respect.
Meanwhile, King Plauta nor his management have addressed the incident.
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Private Solomon Asare Teye-Tsu has been promoted by GAF for rejecting a bribe from illegal miners
Private Solomon Asare Teye-Tsu, a Ghanaian soldier who was celebrated for rejecting a bribe from illegal miners, has been promoted by the Ghana Armed Forces and nominated to serve with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.
At a well-attended all-ranks durbar held at Burma Camp in Accra on Friday, July 11, 2025, the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General William Agyapong, announced Teye-Tsu’s promotion from Private to Lance Corporal, effective immediately, according to a report by graphic.com.gh
Currently with the Public Relations Department of the Ghana Armed Forces, Lance Corporal Teye-Tsu has also been selected to serve with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.
The report noted that he received a second citation for his conduct at the event, which brought together senior officers and ranks from across the military.
Commending him, the CDS stressed that the Armed Forces remains committed to upholding discipline and honour.
“Much as acts of indiscipline will attract sanctions, professional conduct such as that of L/Cpl Teye-Tsu will attract reward and commendation,” he said.
30-year-old Lance Corporal Teye-Tsu made headlines in 2025 while on guard duty at the Bibiani Gold Mines.
When approached by a group of illegal miners who attempted to bribe him for access to restricted mining pits, he refused the offer, arrested them, and handed them over to the authorities.
His actions drew tons of praises from the public.
Ojeyz Security Limited, the private security firm managing the site, honoured him with a citation for “Outstanding Staff Recognition.”
The citation, signed by the company’s founder, Captain Haruna Adamu (Rtd), lauded his professionalism and dedication to excellence.
Here is a brief profile of Private Solomon Asare Teye-Tsu
Enlisted into the Ghana Armed Forces in 2023, L/Cpl Teye-Tsu hails from Odumase-Krobo in the Eastern Region.
He is a former student of Manya Krobo Senior High School and King David College and also a member of Kloma Gbi, a youth network advocating for development in the Krobo area, the report added.
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Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson
The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, is expected to appear before Parliament on Thursday, July 24, 2025, to present the 2025 mid-year budget review.
This announcement was made by Deputy Majority Leader in Parliament, George Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, while delivering the Business Statement on Friday, July 11, 2025.
“The mid-year budget will happen on the 24th of July. I believe the committee on the selection issue, Right Honourable Speaker, has been engaging with it. He is currently out of the jurisdiction, and once he returns, I’m confident the matter will be resolved,” he said on the floor of the House.
The presentation forms part of the government’s legal obligation to update the nation on its economic performance for the first half of the year.
It is in accordance with Section 28 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921).
The budget presentation will also include updates on debt servicing, spending, income mobilization, and the macroeconomic climate as a whole.
Meanwhile, The Bank of Ghana has confirmed that it has received US$367 million from the International Monetary Fund as part of the 5th disbursement under Ghana’s US$3billion economic recovery programme.
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