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How A Pretty Housemaid Captured The Heart Of Her Boss’s Son And Marries Him Against All Odds

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Priscilla never thought her life would take such an unbelievable turn. She had always been a hardworking and humble young woman who worked as a maid in the home of a wealthy businessman in Koforidua.

Life had been tough for her, but she never allowed her struggles to steal her kindness and dedication. She never imagined that one day, she would fall in love with someone who seemed completely out of her reach her boss’s only son.

Jonah was the son of Mr. Mensah, the owner of the grand house where Priscilla worked. He had spent most of his life studying and working abroad and only visited Ghana occasionally.

Priscilla had never met him in person, but his framed pictures were all over the house. His parents always spoke of him with pride, making Priscilla picture him as a sophisticated man who had no time for people like her.

One day, exciting news spread through the household Jonah was coming back to Ghana for a visit. The house buzzed with activity as everyone prepared for his arrival. Priscilla made sure everything was in order, paying extra attention to Jonah’s room, not knowing that his return would change her life forever.

When Jonah finally arrived, Priscilla saw him for the first time. He was tall, well-built, and carried himself with confidence. But to her surprise, he was not arrogant or distant. Instead, he greeted the workers with warmth and respect.

When his eyes met Priscilla’s, he gave her a friendly smile. There was something about her calm and natural beauty that caught his attention immediately.

At first, their interactions were brief. Jonah would greet her whenever they crossed paths, and she would respond respectfully, not thinking much of it. But as the days passed, Jonah became more curious about her. He noticed how she worked tirelessly, always carrying herself with quiet grace.

One evening, while Priscilla was cleaning the living room, Jonah walked in and started a conversation.

“You must be Priscilla,” he said, leaning against the wall.

“Yes, sir,” she replied shyly.

“Please, call me Jonah,” he said with a warm smile. “I’ve noticed how hard you work. My parents are lucky to have someone as dedicated as you.”

Priscilla blushed but only nodded. She was not used to receiving compliments, especially from someone like him.

From that moment, a bond began to form between them. Jonah was nothing like she had expected. Despite coming from wealth, he was down-to-earth and genuinely enjoyed talking to her. Whenever she had a break, he would sit with her in the garden, asking about her life, her dreams, and her struggles.

Priscilla slowly opened up to him, telling him about her difficult childhood and how she had taken up the job to support her younger siblings. Jonah admired her strength and resilience. To him, she was not just a maid she was a strong and beautiful woman with a heart of gold.

But their growing closeness did not go unnoticed. Jonah’s mother, Mrs. Mensah, began to suspect that her son was developing feelings for Priscilla, and she did not approve.

She had always dreamed of Jonah marrying a woman from a wealthy family, someone who matched their status. She warned him several times to stay away from Priscilla, but Jonah refused to listen.

One evening, he confronted his mother.

“Mother, why does social status matter so much? Priscilla is an amazing person, and I love her,” he said firmly.

Mrs. Mensah was furious. “Jonah, do you even understand what you’re saying? She is just a maid!”

“She is more than that,” Jonah insisted. “She is the kindest person I’ve ever met, and I will not let society tell me who I should love.”

His father, Mr. Mensah, was more understanding. He had watched Priscilla over the years and knew she was a good person. Seeing how happy she made his son, he decided to support their relationship.

Priscilla, on the other hand, was worried. She had grown to love Jonah, but she knew that their love would face strong opposition. She tried to distance herself, but Jonah wouldn’t let her go.

One night, Jonah found her sitting alone in the garden, looking troubled.

“Are you afraid?” he asked gently.

“I just don’t want to cause problems for you,” she whispered. “Your family… society… they will never accept me.”

Jonah took her hands in his. “I don’t care what anyone says. I love you, Priscilla. And I want to be with you.”

Tears filled her eyes. Never in her life had she imagined that someone like Jonah would fight for her.

Despite the resistance from his mother and some relatives, Jonah remained determined. He proposed to Priscilla, and with tears of joy, she accepted. His father gave them his blessing, and eventually, his mother, though reluctant at first, realized that her son’s happiness was more important than social expectations.

Their wedding took place in Koforidua in a beautiful ceremony attended by close family and friends. Many were shocked by Jonah’s choice, but when they saw the deep love between him and Priscilla, they could not deny that it was real.

Priscilla, the humble maid who had once only dreamed of a better life, had captured the heart of a man who saw beyond her background. Their love story became an inspiration, proving that true love is not about wealth or status, but about the connection between two hearts.

Jonah and Priscilla started their new life together, proving to everyone that love has no boundaries. Sometimes, the most unexpected people find their happily ever after, no matter the odds.

Four Akufo-Addo Appointees Arrested Within First Three Months of Mahama’s Presidency

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Less than three months into his presidency, John Dramani Mahama’s administration appears to be taking steps to tackle corruption, according to reports from GhanaWeb.

Early in his term, the president launched an initiative called Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL), aimed at investigating individuals—particularly from the previous government—suspected of acquiring wealth or state assets through improper means.

This operation has led to actions by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), which has arrested and detained several individuals implicated in alleged corruption cases under the prior administration.

These arrests are part of ongoing investigations into suspected misconduct.

One of the individuals detained is Professor Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, a former Minister of Education and the ex-Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF).

He was taken into custody on February 23, 2025, in Kawukudi, near Nima, Greater Accra Region, over allegations related to the failed $3 billion Accra Sky Train project.

Gifty Oware-Mensah, a former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), was also detained by the NIB on March 7, 2025.

Her detention was connected to an investigation into payroll fraud during her tenure at the NSA.

Reports indicate she returned to Ghana on March 5, 2025, after being abroad, and her lawyer stated that she had not been informed of any prior summons from the NIB before her detention.

Rev. Victor Kusi Boateng, who serves as Secretary to the Board of Trustees of the National Cathedral, was arrested on March 14, 2025, in connection with an alleged case of double identity.

He is currently assisting the NIB with their ongoing investigations.

Another individual detained is Kwaku Ohene Gyan, also known as Osonoba, a former Deputy Director in Charge of Operations at the NSA.

He was apprehended on February 22, 2025, after being followed by two pickup vehicles.

While the specific reasons for his arrest remain unclear, it is believed to be linked to the same payroll fraud investigation involving ghost names being added to the NSA payroll.

Following interrogation on February 23, 2025, he was later released.

President Mahama had previously directed the NIB to investigate the NSA after a nationwide headcount of National Service personnel uncovered discrepancies.

This audit revealed 81,885 suspected ghost names on the NSA payroll.

A statement from the presidency, dated February 12, 2025, noted that the discrepancies were discovered during a review initiated by the finance minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.

In response to the findings, the Finance Ministry disbursed GH¢226,019,224 to pay allowance arrears for 98,145 legitimate service personnel.

Who is Nigeria-eligible Nathan Butler-Oyedeji? Arsenal’s only fit striker for Chelsea clash

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Nigeria-eligible forward Nathan Butler-Oyedeji has emerged as a potential solution for Mikel Arteta’s selection dilemma as Arsenal prepare to face Chelsea in a fierce London derby, Soccernet.ng reports.

With the unavailability of Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz, and even Bukayo Saka, Arsenal are left with limited options in attack as they aim for all three points.

Discontinue Cecilia Dapaah’s case and prosecute her

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Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has called on the Attorney General (AG), Dr Dominic Ayine, to prosecute former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Dapaah, over her corruption case in court.

He stated that since the case went to court, the former minister has been unable to provide substantial evidence to verify the exact source of her wealth, which has been a topic of national discussion for some time.

The outspoken legal practitioner highlighted how Cecilia Dapaah repeatedly changed her explanation regarding the source of her income from business ventures to inheritance from her late brother during the investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

Speaking on The Key Points aired on TV3 on March 15, 2025, Kpebu argued that Cecilia should be prosecuted instead of her house help, Patience.

“The Attorney General, Dr. Ayine, should discontinue the trial and instead prosecute Cecilia Dapaah. Based on OSP’s investigations, Cecilia Dapaah cannot explain the source of the money. At one point, she claimed she was involved in the cosmetic business.

“However, when two of her claims were investigated, they didn’t check out. Then she claimed that her deceased brother, a shoemaker, was the source of her wealth. With all due respect to shoemakers, when the shoemaker’s family threatened legal action, she backtracked on the story. Can you imagine this comedy of errors? Yet, Patience is the one being prosecuted, Cecilia should be the one on trial,” Kpebu stated.

Background

Two domestic workers of the former minister, Patience Botwe and Sarah Agyei, were dragged to court in 2023 for allegedly stealing $1 million, €300,000, several million cedis, and personal belongings of the former minister and her husband, valued at thousands of Ghana cedis and dollars.

The two accused are alleged to have stolen from the couple between July and October 2022.

Other accused persons include Jonathan Sowah, 29, a plumber; Malik Dauda, 34, unemployed; Christiana Achab, a trader; Job Pomary, a mechanic; and Yahaya Sumaila, an excavator operator.

The complainants reported the theft to the police in June 2023 after discovering the missing cash and personal effects. The case came to light after Patience Botwe was caught red-handed entering the couple’s room with a duplicate key, leading to her arrest.

Following the public revelation of the incident, Cecilia Dapaah resigned from her position as Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources due to intense backlash.

Many Ghanaians questioned the source of her wealth, adding to the pressure that led to her resignation.

Watch Martin Kpebu’s remarks in the video below:

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Mahama’s dismissal of Dampare was cold, lacked empathy

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President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has criticized President John Dramani Mahama’s dismissal of former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, describing the letter announcing his removal as “cold” and lacking empathy.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Big Issue on Saturday, March 15, Cudjoe expressed concern that the dismissal letter failed to acknowledge Dr. Dampare’s service or extend well wishes for his future.

He compared the situation to the removal of former Auditor-General Daniel Domelevo by ex-President Nana Akufo-Addo, noting that while the process was widely criticized as unfair, at least an explanation was provided for Domelevo’s dismissal.

Cudjoe described Dampare’s removal as abrupt and unprofessional.

“What worried some of us, when we saw the letter more or less dismissing the gentleman, the letter was really cold. It had no soul. Perpetually, you should be saying maybe ‘we wish you well in your future endeavours’. That did not come,” he said.

He further pointed out the inconsistency in governance approaches, drawing a comparison to the Domelevo case.

“Look, we all criticised Nana Addo for the unfair removal of Domelevo. However unfair the process was, they gave an explanation. At least even in the case of Nana Addo, who we all said has a significant governance deficit.”

Cudjoe emphasized that if the new administration seeks to reset governance practices, it should do so with professionalism.

“So if you are resetting, you reset with this in mind and you provide some sort of palpable response to people and say that ‘this man has done his best’. I mean do it professionally,” he stated.

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Uncle Ato, Mr. Beautiful, other celebrities engage in cooking competition to mark Ghana Month

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Uncle Ato (L) and Mr. Beautiful (R) were part of the cooking competition play videoUncle Ato (L) and Mr. Beautiful (R) were part of the cooking competition

A group of celebrities gathered to showcase their culinary skills during a special Ghana Month celebration organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts.

The event featured celebrities preparing various local and international dishes in a grand tribute to Ghanaian culture.

Among the participants were musicians Okyeame Kwame and Joyce Blessing, gospel artist Uncle Ato, actor Mr. Beautiful, and several others.

Speaking in an interview with GhanaWeb on March 14, 2025, Okyeame Kwame expressed his excitement about the event, emphasising its importance in bringing people together to celebrate Ghanaian heritage.

“This isn’t just about celebrating Ghana Month; I celebrate it always. March is a celebration of our lifestyle, Ghanaian philosophy, and Pan-Africanism, so this is the icing on the cake which is an opportunity to love and promote ourselves,” he said.

Uncle Ato added, “This is Ghana Month. We are celebrating our music, food, lifestyle, and everything. So, I am displaying my culinary skills by preparing jollof. Let’s celebrate and build the Ghana we want.”

Kumawood actor Clement Bonney, popularly known as Mr. Beautiful, expressed his gratitude to the ministry for organising the event.

“We are celebrating Ghana Month, courtesy of the tourism ministry. I am preparing an international jollof to mark the occasion,” he remarked.

Gospel artiste Joyce Blessing also shared her enthusiasm, saying, “We are celebrating Ghana by cooking, and I am enjoying it. I have come a long way, considering my age. I know my cooking will be the best.”

The month of March has been dedicated to celebrating Ghanaian culture and promoting it to the international community.

Watch what transpired at the event in the video below:

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James Brown dumps female identity, seeks financial aid

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James Brown, Nigerian crossdresser James Brown, Nigerian crossdresser

Popular Nigerian crossdresser James Brown has temporarily reverted to his male identity, citing financial struggles as the reason.

The social media sensation took to his Instagram page on Friday March 14, 2025, to solicit help, revealing that his current challenges have forced him to pause his feminine lifestyle.

In his post, James Brown stated, “Many people have been asking, ‘James, is it true you need help?’ I actually do. I need all the ads and promotions. In fact, I have turned into a boy right now.”

He also shared his dream of furthering his education, revealing that he needs approximately 30 million naira for tuition excluding living expenses and food costs.

“I have reached out to some friends. If you want to support, nothing is too small,” he pleaded with his followers.

In a follow-up caption, Brown urged people to offer understanding and support rather than mock him.

“Don’t laugh at someone who’s trying to put everything together to go back to school,” he wrote.

His announcement sparked a wave of reactions from netizens, with opinions divided between support and criticism.

Instagram user Lorlah questioned the necessity of studying abroad, suggesting, “You can school here in Nigeria; we have good schools, honestly. Why spend over 50 million just to study in the UK?”

Similarly, Kween Mimi stated, “Cut your coat according to your size. Must you go to school in the UK? What happened to Unilag or Uniben?”

Teacher Grins also weighed in, advising, “Get a job, start a business. That’s what we regular people are doing.”

Meanwhile, Treasure Daniel expressed shock at his revelation, writing, “You’ve turned into a boy? What were you before?”

Abaya Gold added a dose of sarcasm, saying, “Now you see being a girl child is not easy. Go and work.”

Fleaky Susan gave blunt advice, stating, “Go and hustle like the man you are.”

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Government urged to establish comprehensive policy framework for education initiatives

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Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson

Child Rights International (CRI) has called on the government of Ghana to implement a robust policy framework to manage its flagship educational interventions, ensuring transparency, accountability, and long-term success.

The call comes amid the rollout of key budget initiatives outlined in the 2025 Budget Statement by finance minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.

Among these are significant measures such as the expansion of the Free Senior High School (SHS) programme, the provision of sanitary pads to schoolgirls, and an enhanced School Feeding Programme.

CRI commended the government for amending the Ghana Education Trust Fund Act to include Free SHS expenditure—a move seen as vital for securing sustainable funding and guaranteeing equitable access to secondary education.

However, the organization stressed that the true potential of these initiatives can only be unlocked with effective administrative systems and clear management guidelines.

“Without a comprehensive policy framework, even well-intentioned programmes risk falling short of their goals,” a CRI spokesperson stated.

“We urge the government to define clear administrative structures and accountability measures to ensure that Free SHS, the sanitary pad initiative, and the School Feeding Programme are executed efficiently and equitably.”

The sanitary pad programme, designed to address the educational disruption caused by menstrual-related absences, is expected to have a transformative impact on the academic performance of rural schoolgirls, who, according to recent studies, miss an average of 22 school days per year due to lack of access to sanitary products.

Similarly, the School Feeding Programme aims to boost student nutrition and academic attendance, particularly in underserved communities where proper nutrition is closely linked to cognitive development and learning outcomes.

Government officials have yet to comment on CRI’s call for a comprehensive management framework.

As the budgetary provisions move toward implementation, stakeholders across the education and social welfare sectors continue to monitor developments closely, hopeful that the promised reforms will lead to a more inclusive and effective educational system for all children in Ghana.

Rainfall-dependent agriculture hindering Ghana’s economic growth – Dr. George Domfe

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Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy, Dr. George Domfe Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy, Dr. George Domfe

The Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP), Dr. George Domfe, has emphasised that Ghana’s over-reliance on rain-fed agriculture has contributed significantly to the stagnation of the country’s economic development.

Speaking as a panelist at the UPSA-IERPP Post-Budget Dialogue on the 2025 budget, organized under the theme, “Unpacking the 2025 Budget: Implications for Economic Stability and Growth,” Dr. Domfe criticised the country’s dependence on rainfall for agricultural productivity, describing it as counterproductive.

“We depend too much on rainfall for our agriculture. This must change. At age 68, we should not be importing rice from China and Thailand. This heavy reliance on imports has been a major factor behind the country’s high unemployment rate. The agricultural sector, which is supposed to be a key driver of GDP, is not being fully utilized,” he stated.

The development economist and Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Social Policy Studies (CSPS) at the College of Humanities, University of Ghana, also stressed that until agricultural products are processed into finished goods, the country will struggle to achieve significant economic progress.

“It is only when the agro-sector is integrated with the secondary sector that jobs will be created, leading to a significant reduction in unemployment. This, in turn, can help strengthen the Ghanaian currency,” Dr. Domfe added.

He further noted that if more effort is not directed toward processing raw materials into finished goods for both local consumption and export, the Ghanaian Cedi will continue to be vulnerable to the US Dollar and other international currencies.

“Must we continue to rely on rainfall for our agriculture? Can’t we diversify the sector to enhance efficiency and productivity so that Ghana can fully reap the benefits of its agricultural resources?” Dr. Domfe questioned.

The UPSA-IERPP Post-Budget Dialogue 2025 is the maiden symposium organised by the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy in collaboration with the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). It took place on Friday, March 14, 2025.

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