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Tension in Twifo Atti-Morkwa NPP as constituency youth organizer bites off polling station secretary’s finger

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The victim showing his finger that has been bitten off The victim showing his finger that has been bitten off

Tension is rising within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Twifo Atti-Morkwa Constituency of the Central Region following a violent clash between the Constituency Youth Organizer, Kwadwo Debrah, widely known as “Last Two,” and Polling Station Secretary Frank Kwaku Baah.

The altercation turned bloody when Kwadwo Debrah bit off Frank Kwaku Baah’s finger, leading to his hospitalization at Twifo Praso Government Hospital due to severe bleeding.

The incident occurred during a meeting with the national leadership, who were investigating the party’s heavy defeat in the 2024 general election.

According to Frank Baah, during the meeting, some polling station executives criticized the constituency executives for the defeat. Kwadwo Debrah, the constituency youth organizer, unhappy with some of the comments, attacked Baah without provocation—slapping him from behind and ultimately biting off his finger.

Frank Baah has called for justice, stating that he has been left maimed. “I’m still in shock and pain,” he said in an interview with GHOne News’ Yaw Boagyan.

“I demand justice for this heinous act. The party must take action against Debrah and ensure that he faces the consequences of his actions.”

The case has since been reported to the Twifo Atimorkwa District Police Command for further investigation, but no arrest has been made yet. The police have promised to investigate the matter thoroughly and bring the perpetrator to justice.

The incident has sparked outrage within the party, with many calling for Debrah’s immediate suspension and expulsion.

Meanwhile, the party’s national leadership has yet to speak publicly about the incident.

KA

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Former SIC MD Hollistar Duah-Yentumi withdraws lawsuit against SIC PLC and successor

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Former SIC MD, Hollistar Duah-Yentumi Former SIC MD, Hollistar Duah-Yentumi

The former Managing Director of SIC Insurance Company Limited, Hollistar Duah-Yentumi, has withdrawn her lawsuit against SIC PLC and Acting Managing Director James Agyenim-Boateng.

This was reported by TV3GH on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

Duah-Yentumi filed the lawsuit on February 4, 2025, challenging the termination of her employment and the subsequent appointment of Agyenim-Boateng, which was announced by President John Dramani Mahama on January 27, 2025.

A lawyer by profession, Duah-Yentumi argued that her tenure as Managing Director was contractually secured for four years, set to expire on January 1, 2028, unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors.

She contended that her employment was governed by a contract dated March 21, 2024, with an addendum dated May 2, 2024, stipulating that her position could only be terminated by the Board of Directors or through a resolution passed by all shareholders at an Annual General Meeting.

According to the lawsuit, her termination was unlawful as it was executed through a letter from the Office of the President, signed by Executive Secretary Callistus Mahama, Ph.D., on January 24, 2025.

The letter, referenced as OPS 127/25/149, was received by Duah-Yentumi on January 27, 2025. It purported to terminate her role while appointing Agyenim-Boateng as her successor.

Duah-Yentumi claimed this action violated the terms of her employment agreement. She sought a High Court declaration that her termination was unlawful and in breach of her contract.

“Regarding the termination of the Plaintiff’s employment, the Plaintiff states that under and by virtue of clause 7 of the agreement, the Plaintiff’s employment may only be terminated by the Board of Directors of the 1st Defendant or by all the shareholders of the company acting at an Annual General Meeting for the said purpose,” the suit read.

Additionally, she challenged the legality of Agyenim-Boateng’s appointment, arguing that it was not conducted in accordance with the company’s governance procedures.

The lawsuit also highlighted the financial implications of her termination. Under her contract, Duah-Yentumi was entitled to a lump sum payment covering her gross salary, allowances, and benefits for the remainder of her tenure.

“The Plaintiff further states that upon the termination of her employment, she is entitled, in accordance with clause 7 of the agreement, to a lump sum payment of her gross salary, allowances, and benefits for the unexpired period of the agreement, which payment must be made at the ‘official handing over to the next successor,’” the suit added.

Her employment agreement included significant benefits, such as a 30-day paid annual vacation, an annual familiarization tour with a $3,000 airfare allowance, a per diem of $810 for international travel, and personal accident and life insurance coverage equivalent to five times her annual basic salary. These benefits were subject to an annual 15% increment review.

Duah-Yentumi’s legal team sought an order for the defendants to pay her entire salary and benefits for the unexpired term of her contract, along with any other relief the court deemed appropriate.

“The Managing Director shall be entitled to an annual familiarization tour to any destination. SIC shall pay an amount not exceeding US$3,000 for an air ticket for the trip upon proof of undertaking the trip. The annual familiarization benefit is a ‘use it or lose it’ benefit.

“The Managing Director’s annual familiarization tour shall be considered part of her entitled paid vacation days each year and should therefore be deducted from the total entitled days when taken.

“The Managing Director shall be paid a per diem of US$810 for all international travels for seven (7) days towards the familiarization tour referred to in section 5.3(d). The payment shall commence before her departure,” the suit further stated.

The case has drawn significant attention, raising questions about corporate governance, contractual obligations, and the role of external authorities in the management of publicly listed companies.

The defendants in the case were SIC Insurance PLC, a limited liability company listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange, and James Agyenim-Boateng, a lawyer and politician residing within the jurisdiction of the court.

KA

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Kanye West asks Donald Trump to free Diddy

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Controversial American rapper, Kanye West, has pleaded with President Donald Trump to pardon imprisoned music mogul, Sean Combs, aka Puff Diddy or Diddy.

DAILY POST reports that Diddy is currently facing more than 30 civil lawsuits alleging sexual assault and misconduct. He’s currently in a New York jail awaiting a federal criminal trial on sex trafficking and racketeering.

Annoh-Dompreh is facing trouble for making a public statement that encourages political violence

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Ghanaians are upset with Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the MP for Nsawam-Adoagyiri and Majority Chief Whip, after he made a comment that many think encourages political violence.

At a public event, Annoh-Dompreh said, “If you’re part of the NPP and see an NDC supporter fighting an NPP member, join in to help against the NDC!” The comment, which has become very popular on social media, has received a lot of criticism from people. They say it goes against democracy and the idea of being united as a country.

Many people in Ghana are sharing their sadness on social media, and some are wondering if Annoh-Dompreh is the right person for the job as a lawmaker. “He doesn’t deserve to be called honourable or to be a member of Parliament.” “Leaders should bring the country together, not cause division,” one user said.

Some people called his comment careless because of Ghana’s past political issues. Some critics noted that this isn’t the first time the MP has been involved in trouble.

“We have always seen Annoh-Dompreh as a violent person.” “Another Ghanaian said he has created a lot of problems during parliamentary reviews and other meetings in the House.” His participation in chaotic moments during past parliamentary meetings, especially during heated debates about minister approvals, has made many people doubt his leadership style.

Legal experts and community groups are also asking for responsibility. Political expert Kwame Mensah highlighted the risks of such statements. Political leaders need to be careful about what they say. He said that statements like these create more division and can lead to violence, especially among young people who admire these leaders.

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has asked leaders to focus on promoting peace instead of divisions between political parties. Ghana has been a shining example of freedom in Africa for a long time.

An NCCE spokesperson stated that our leaders should set standards that promote unity instead of division. Annoh-Dompreh has not responded to the criticism or taken back his remarks. With the 2024 elections coming up, many Ghanaians are asking for good leadership.

They want political leaders to focus on growth instead of creating conflicts between parties. In a country that values peace and security, such comments raise important questions about political discussions and the duty of leaders to support democratic principles.

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‘I’m a beauty editor and I’ve finally found the best foundation to cover pigmentation’

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As day-to-day problems go, my beauty conundrum was pretty insignificant. But like trying to find the perfect-fit pair of jeans or ideal bra size, discovering the correct foundation for my ever-fluctuating skin tone, was a mean feat.

I prefer a foundation coverage that doesn’t look like I am wearing any makeup – a second skin finish as they call it in ‘the industry’. But I also don’t want my skin misgivings (in my case, pigmentation patches) showing through either, which unfortunately a ‘sheer veil’ cannot promise. Matte, full-coverage foundations do, but I banished heavier base formulations from my makeup bag a few days after my 40th birthday when my skin became dryer than the desert in a precursor to peri-menopause.

‘I banished heavier base formulations from my makeup bag a few days after my 40th birthday’

So here it lies: is there such a miracle as a radiance-giving foundation that perfects skin tone, disguises discolouration and offers long-lasting coverage without being too heavy?

The new Dior Forever Hydra Nude Foundation, £50 may be the solution I’ve been looking for.

Dior Dior Forever Hydra Nude

Credit: Dior

It claims 24 hours of natural perfection, non-transferable and 48 hours of hydration enriched with hyaluronic acid. Also, 55% of this foundation contains water which is probably why it feels so refreshing and lightweight when I apply it to my skin.

It declares inviting and wonderful things like ‘skin-blurring’, ‘hydrating’ and ‘lasts all day.’ What’s not to like?

It comes in 18 key shades available in 3 undertones. I chose shade 2N, but I could have gone up a shade as I prefer my skin to look warmer. I’d say that the coverage is medium – one swipe was enough to cancel out redness and cover my pigmentation, however, it’s extremely buildable, so you can easily add a second layer to get fuller coverage.

The addition of hyaluronic acid and water didn’t leave a wet-look film on my face, which I was concerned about, instead, it offered a slight glow as I moved my face into the light.

‘I had several ‘What’s different about you?’ comments’

After its ability to ‘erase’ discolouration and even out skin tone, I was also impressed by how comfortable it was to wear. On the first day of wearing Hydra Nude, I had several ‘What’s different about you?’ comments. And I kept finding excuses to look in the mirror to ensure it was still ‘working’.

However, for full transparency, even though I have fallen hard for Hydra Nude, I did find that by 3 pm it had started to fade on oilier parts of my face, like the chin and nose. Next time I’ll set it with a translucent powder or setting spray to extend wear.

So, does the Dior Forever Hydra Nude Foundation answer my foundation wish list?

Radiance-giving? Tick. Disguise colouration? Tick. Lightweight coverage? Tick. Skin-perfecting? Tick Long-lasting? Well, four out of five isn’t a bad start.