There’s no way Otto Addo should’ve stayed on – Sports Minister slams decision to keep him
Fri 14th Feb, 2025 11:14
Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, has questioned the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) decision to maintain Otto Addo as Black Stars coach despite the consistent shambolic performances under his watch.
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has held a bilateral meeting with the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tong Defa, to strengthen cooperation on road infrastructure development.
The meeting, which took place on February 13, was aimed at enhancing collaboration between Ghana and China in the area of road construction and maintenance.
According to a statement posted on the Ministry’s official Facebook page on Friday, 14th February, the discussions centred on ongoing road projects that are either funded or constructed by Chinese companies.
The engagement provided an opportunity for both parties to assess the progress of these projects and explore ways to improve efficiency and quality in road construction across the country.
Beyond ongoing projects, the Minister and the Ambassador also explored potential areas for future collaboration. Key among them were the development of smart highways, the introduction of innovative construction technologies, and sustainable maintenance strategies for existing road infrastructure.
These discussions are expected to lay the foundation for more advanced and resilient road networks in Ghana.
The meeting reflects Ghana’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships to improve its road sector.
With road infrastructure playing a crucial role in economic growth and national development, the collaboration between Ghana and China is anticipated to bring significant improvements in connectivity, trade, and transportation efficiency.
Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine and Godfred Yeboah Dame
Former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has slammed his successor, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, for blaming him for the discontinuation of cases involving pro-National Democratic Congress members, which he (Dame) was prosecuting while in office.
Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Friday, February 14, 2025, Dame expressed his displeasure about the current Attorney General, accusing him of not being professional in some of the cases he (Dr Ayine) has dropped.
He indicated that Dr Ayine should be the last person calling him unprofessional because there is currently a case of professional misconduct against him at the General Legal Council, filed by no other person than a justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana.
“Dr Ayine’s unfounded allegation insinuating unethical conduct on my part in the conduct of the ambulance trial – Republic versus Cassiel Ato Forson and Others – is highly disingenuous and rather, unfortunately, recaps the series of falsehoods persistently published by foot soldiers of the NDC and other uninformed members of society.
“I must say that I find it quite ironic for Dr Ayine, who is a subject of disciplinary proceedings for professional misconduct still pending at the General Legal Council, filed by the Honourable former Chief Justice himself, to accuse me of unethical conduct,” he said.
Dame also asserted that Dr Ayine should not have been approved by Parliament as Attorney General and Minister of Justice due to the professional misconduct case against him.
“In the interest of the nation, the case of professional misconduct pending against Dr Ayine at the General Legal Council should have been determined before the parliamentary assessment of his suitability or otherwise for the high office of Attorney General and Minister for Justice of the Republic,” he said.
Background:
Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine faulted Godfred Dame as he outlined reasons for discontinuing some high-profile cases initiated by the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government involving former appointees of President John Dramani Mahama.
Speaking at a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Dr Ayine said that his decision to drop the cases was based on defective charges, lack of evidence, and legal flaws that could have led to wrongful prosecutions or acquittals.
Dr Ayine cited, for instance, the case of Republic vs Collins Dauda and Others, where the first accused was charged with misapplying public funds amounting to $200 million.
“In other words, the value of that built environment is, in my considered opinion, a key determinant of how much of the total sum was allegedly misapplied by the Honourable Collins Dauda. Discounting the value of the built environment renders those charges, in my considered opinion, defective,” he stated.
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Ghanaian actor James Gardiner
Ghanaian actor James Gardiner has expressed concerns about what he described as the slow pace of seriousness and professionalism within the Ghanaian movie industry.
In an interview on Hitz FM on February 14, 2025, Gardiner pointed out the stark contrast between the Ghanaian and Nigerian film industries.
He explained that the Nigerian movie industry is more structured and professional, emphasising how they approach projects with urgency and attention to detail.
“I feel there is more energy in the movie industry. The pace and the way they approach projects are very different. There is more professionalism attached to the film industry in Nigeria. Before I go on set, the executive producer would reach out, and everyone would reach out to find out the kind of food I eat and if I have any allergies. It is very structured.
“I would say the professionalism and seriousness they attach to it is different from Ghana. Because we take a lot of things for granted. We write so much about relationships, and when it comes to work, we don’t let our professionalism come into play,” he said.
He further stated that the lack of professionalism often displayed in the Ghanaian movie industry undermines its potential.
“I would say the professionalism and seriousness they attach to it is different from Ghana. We take a lot of things for granted. We write so much about relationships, but when it comes to work, we don’t bring our professionalism into play,” he explained.
James Gardiner believes the Ghanaian movie industry could thrive if producers and other stakeholders adopt a more professional attitude.
“We try to use who we know and how long we have known each other. You know our industry is not as big as that of Nigeria. I feel like we sometimes fall short. The professionalism is not 100 percent, but we know the craft; it is just the mindset and attitude that goes around it,” he added.
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President John Mahama with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of USAFRICOM
President John Dramani Mahama held bilateral meetings on Thursday, the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. The meetings focused on enhancing regional security cooperation and investment opportunities in Ghana.
One of the highlights of the day was a meeting with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of the United States African Command (USAFRICOM). The talks focused on addressing sub-regional security threats and the urgent need for increased U.S. support in tackling these challenges.
“Today’s meeting with General Langley highlights Ghana’s commitment to enhancing our security posture in response to evolving threats across the region,” stated President Mahama.
“We appreciate the support of the United States and are keen to expand our collaborative efforts.”
Key topics discussed included the establishment of a bilateral agreement for joint maritime patrols, an initiative to safeguard Ghana’s coastal waters and to combat illegal fishing and piracy.
The two leaders also explored avenues for improved coordination between USAFRICOM and the Ghana Armed Forces regarding security cooperation and logistics, thereby enhancing operational effectiveness.
Regional security remains a top priority, so the meetings reflect a concerted effort to strengthen partnerships that can effectively respond to emerging threats and ensure stability throughout West Africa.
The Munich Security Conference, which brings together leaders worldwide, is a crucial platform for dialogue on international security. President Mahama’s engagement with USAFRICOM highlights Ghana’s proactive approach to regional security and its strategic partnership with the United States.
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The new GIPC CEO with some members of his staff
The newly-appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Simon Madjie, has met with management and staff to familiarize himself with the team and share his vision for the organization.
Madjie, who received a warm welcome from the Centre, acknowledged the team’s
remarkable efforts over the years in enhancing its services but emphasized that more work remains to be done.
First on his list is the goal of strengthening collaboration with key ministries and government agencies to create a more cohesive approach to attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into the country. By fostering stronger partnerships, he aims to streamline processes, align national development priorities with investor interests, and ultimately drive sustainable economic growth.
He also outlined plans to map investment opportunities in every district across the country to effectively market them to prospective investors during the Centre’s sensitization tours.
As part of this strategy, he aims to have regional directors in all 16 regions to oversee the project.
“It is very important that in our investment promotion efforts, we speak about the country’s opportunities with specific data, not generic assertions” he opined.
Madjie further revealed plans to establish an ‘AfCFTA Desk’ at GIPC to coordinate the Centre’s efforts in promoting and leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area.
He believes this will provide a more structured approach to positioning Ghana for investments under the promising regional trade pact.
He also highlighted plans to continue and finalize the review of the GIPC Act, initiated under the previous leadership, while improving the Centre’s turnaround time for key registration processes.
He added that some of GIPC’s activities will be realigned and repurposed to take
full advantage of the government’s 24-hour economy policy.
“I intend to build the capacity of the GIPC team to ensure that we all have the required skillset for the future we want to create. It is crucial that we work collaboratively – both internally as a team and externally with partners to move the country forward” the CEO told the staff.
He concluded his address by urging them to support the comprehensive drive to inform both local and global investors that “Ghana is Open for Business” and ready to solidify its position as a regional business powerhouse.
The meeting was attended by the former CEO, Mr. Yofi Grant, who ceremonially handed over to Madjie.
Grant expressed his gratitude to the management and staff for their
support during his tenure. He also urged them to extend their unwavering support to the new CEO to help achieve the organization’s goals under the new leadership.
Simon Madjie was appointed CEO of GIPC by H.E. John Dramani Mahama, replacing Dr. Bernice Makafui, who was reassigned to the Presidency as a Presidential Staffer.
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Giftey Oware-Mensah is Executive Council Member of the GFA
Gifty Oware-Mensah, an Executive Council member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), is famous in the country through her contributions to the state.
She has made a name for herself in Ghana, excelling in both politics and sports, particularly in her contributions to women’s football.
Here are five key facts about Gifty Oware-Mensah:
1. Education: Gifty Oware-Mensah attended Ghana Secondary School for her high school and later studied History at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
She also holds a postgraduate certificate in Management of Democratic Elections in Africa (MDeA) from the University of South Africa, an MSc. in Defense and International Politics from the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC), and executive development certificates from Stellenbosch University and Yale University.
2. Career:Oware-Mensah began her career as an events and marketing manager for Reflects Marketing Plus in Accra from 2011 to 2014.
She then joined the Danquah Institute as the director of research and media relations in 2014. Additionally, she consults as a financial and investment analyst for Oware Fruit Juice Company.
3. National Service Scheme (NSS): Oware-Mensah served as the Deputy Executive Director of the NSS under the Akufo-Addo government from 2017 to 2025.
However, she faced criticism following an investigation into the NSS scandal, which involved over 80,000 ghost names allegedly added to the scheme’s personnel list.
4. Football Administration: Oware-Mensah is a member of the GFA Executive Council, co-owner of Berry Ladies Football Club, and Vice President of Berekum Chelsea.
She is also a member of the GFA’s management committee for the Black Maidens.
5. Politics: Gifty Oware is a staunch member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and played a key role during her time at KNUST.
She was part of the Tertiary Education Students Confederacy of the NPP (TESCON) and contested for the National Youth Organizer position in 2014 but did not win.
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Aklerh
Sensational female musician, Aklerh, known for her powerful vocals and captivating stage presence, has released her latest single, ‘Mash Up,’ to entertain her fans.
The song, which is available on all streaming platforms, is expected to captivate listeners with its message and irresistible beats.
‘Mash Up,’ is said to be quite different from anything the talented artiste has released in a while, and is sure to take over radio playlists soon.
This new track serves as a heartfelt thank you to her fans, friends, and mentors who believed in her dreams and helped her rise to prominence.
“This song reflects my personal feelings and artistic evolution,” Aklerh shares. Collaborating with renowned producer Tubhani Muzik, Aklerh delivers a sound that resonates with both loyal fans and newcomers alike.
The track introduces unique sonic textures, including glitchy beats and warm synths, enhancing its immersive quality. These elements combine to create a rich soundscape that distinguishes ‘Mash Up’ from her previous work.
Released under Revolution Records, ‘Mash Up’ will be available on all major digital platforms. Follow Aklerh on social media via @Aklerh for updates and behind-the-scenes content as she embarks on this exciting new chapter in her career.
Known for her unique sound, captivating stage presence, and relentless energy, Aklerh has been steadily building her fan base with singles like ‘Labadi Gyal’, ‘Odo Se Okor’ and ‘Dancehall Queen’, among others.
Her unique sound, meaningful lyrics and dynamic performances are a testament to her dedication and artistry.
Aklerh hopes to reach a wide audience and spread joy through her music.
By George Clifford Owusu
Jerry Owusu, General Secretary of LPG
THE LIBERAL Party of Ghana (LPG), has condemned the recent violent disruptions that occurred during the Council of State elections in the Greater Accra and Ashanti regions, where heavily built thugs stormed election premises, attacked officials, and destroyed ballot papers.
In the Ashanti Region, the Council of State elections turned chaotic when some thugs stormed the election grounds and disrupted the process, destroying ballot papers and boxes on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Five journalists who were filming the incident for their reports were beaten pitilessly. The victims include Gideon Nana Peprah, GhanaWeb; Akwasi Oppong, Angel FM; Kofi Adade, Oyerepa Radio/TV, Henry Kotei Henry, Oseikrom Dawuro newspaper, and Charles Awuah Mensah alias Papa That, Lawson FM/TV.
They were beaten in the presence of the police while the ballot papers were being sorted and counted by the electoral officers.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service is on a manhunt for the thugs who invaded the election premises and disrupted the Council of State elections.
Additionally, the police are reviewing all available footage to identify and arrest the perpetrators, and bring them to justice.
The General Secretary of LPG, Jerry Owusu, in a press statement, described the action by the thugs as lawless, which undermines democracy and threaten the peace and stability of the nation. He called on the Police Service to swiftly investigate and bring the perpetrators to justice.
“We stand in solidarity with the journalists, election officials and members of the public who were injured or affected by this unfortunate incident. The media plays a vital role in upholding democracy, and any attacks on journalists are attacks on free speech and press freedom,” he said in the statement.
The LPG urged all political stakeholders to uphold the principles of democracy, tolerance and the rule of law, while remaining committed to promoting peace, accountability, and the protection of Ghana’s democratic institutions.
FROM David Afum, Kumasi
Former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has accused the current Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, of orchestrating a calculated plan to whitewash accused National Democratic Congress (NDC) officials by discontinuing high-profile criminal cases.
Dame’s strong allegations were made in response to a series of recent decisions by Dr Ayine to drop charges against several NDC members.
Addressing journalists in Accra on Friday February 14, he noted “Dr. Ayine was sworn in as Attorney-General on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. On Friday, January 24, 2025, he caused to be filed a notice of abandonment of the appeal by the State in Republic versus Ato Forson and 2 Others. On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, he withdrew the case against Dr. Stephen Opuni and 2 Others, resulting in the complete whitewash of their crimes by an acquittal and discharge through the backdoor.
“On January 29, 2025, he entered another withdrawal in Republic versus Ofosu-Ampofo & Another, again resulting in an acquittal and discharge of the accused. On January 30, 2025, Dr. Ayine withdrew two different cases against Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, resulting in his acquittal and discharge in one and a discharge in the other,” Dame detailed.
Dame’s critique did not stop there, as he highlighted a pattern of case withdrawals by Ayine, suggesting a deliberate attempt to clear NDC officials of wrongdoing.
“There were more withdrawals and nolle prosequi to be entered by the NDC Government through the Attorney-General in the subsequent days. Indeed, what broke the trend of ‘one day, one withdrawal’, was the occurrence of weekends,” he added.
Dame therefore urged Ghanaians to recognise these actions as part of a broader strategy by the NDC to eliminate criminal cases against its leading members and officials from the John Mahama Government.
“Fellow Ghanaians, these developments irresistibly point to only one conclusion – a calculated, preconceived ploy on the part of the NDC to wipe out all criminal cases pending against its leading members and officials of the John Mahama Government and clear them of wrongdoing, not by the courts, but through their Attorney-General,” Dame asserted.
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Members of Ghana’s Parliament return to the House Friday, February 14, 2025, for a sitting.
The House is expected to look at the business statement for the ensuing week.
The Members of Parliament are also expected to touch on recent national issues including the revocation of public sector recruitment by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah.
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Kwabena Kwabena
The Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre will today, February 14, host the eagerly anticipated musical performance known as ‘Vitamilk Love Night,’ which is being organised to provide entertainment for Valentine’s Day lovers.
BEATWAVES gathered that the event, which features over seven well-known performing artistes, would be unique and, of course, better than any other musical concert conducted in the capital.
The Vitamilk Love Night boasts of renowned highlife musician Kwabena Kwabena as the headline act, and he will be supported by some selected acts.
Alongside Kwabena Kwabena, KiDi, Fameye, Olivetheboy, King Promise, Epixode, and Akuvi are among the artistes scheduled to take the stage.
The arena is anticipated to be packed with eager music fans who will see the finest of Kwabena Kwabena and other performers whose live shows have captivated audiences both domestically and internationally over the years.
It is anticipated that the event will provide music lovers the chance to not only engage with the artistes but also ask them to perform songs of their choosing live on stage.
The artistes billed for the event are prepared to give fans amazing and unforgettable performances, and the organisers claim that the crowds of people who would swarm the venue would be ecstatic beyond their wildest dreams.
There would be lots to drink as well as good quality Ghanaian music to meet the demands of Valentine lovers who would attend the event.
The event will also serve as a social medium that will allow lovers from different backgrounds to network, mingle and be entertained with great music.
Known for his captivating stage presence, Kwabena Kwabena is anticipated to sing popular love songs including ‘Adult Music’, ‘Fakye’, ‘Afraid to Lose You’, ‘Siwagedem’, ‘Obaa’, ‘Aso’, ‘Royal Lady’, and ‘Meye’, among others.
Vitamilk is the sponsor of the Vitamilk Love Night with Kwabena Kwabena, which is supported by Joy FM and powered by ImageBureau.
By George Clifford Owusu
Kumawood actor cum content creator, Kwaku Manu has dished out valuable advice with the public on how to treat their partners and colleagues in relationships.
Speaking on the issue in a recent video, the actor cautioned against the growing trend of deceitful behaviour in romantic relationships, which he believes could have serious consequences in the long run.
According to Kwaku Manu, some men develop the habit of lying to women for personal gain, particularly in exchange for intimacy. They make grand promises and paint unrealistic pictures of commitment, only to disappear or “ghost” the women once they get what they want. This, he explained, is an unhealthy practice that leaves many women emotionally wounded and distrustful of men.
On the other hand, he also pointed out that some women enter relationships with ulterior motives, dating men solely for financial benefits. They lavishly spend their partners’ money, enjoy the luxury, and then leave them for someone else once they no longer find them useful. This, he believes, is equally damaging and creates a cycle of pain and resentment in relationships.
Kwaku Manu strongly advised against such manipulative tendencies, urging people to build relationships based on honesty, respect, and sincerity. He stressed that while some individuals may be forgiving, others are not, and mistreating the wrong person could lead to regretful consequences.
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….And snatches ECG job
In a surprise turn of events, Julius Kwame Kpekpena, has been appointed the Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), leaving political observers and industry insiders stunned.
Kpekpena, a former employee of ECG, who left the company to join the Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) in 2017, is now returning to lead the organisation he once departed.
Jackie Appiah
Actress Jackie Appiah has added another significant achievement to her impressive career, as she completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Communication Studies at the University of Ghana.
Photos from her graduation were widely circulated on social media on Thursday.
“Congratulations to Jackie Appiah, Master of Arts (MA) Communication Studies, University of Ghana,” a social media user wrote.
This milestone follows her graduation in 2022 when Jackie earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Information Studies from the same prestigious institution.
Jackie Appiah’s academic achievement places her in the company of other A-list Ghanaian celebrities who have pursued higher education.
Fans and followers have taken to social media to celebrate Appiah’s dedication to education and personal growth, applauding her for balancing her successful acting career with academic pursuits.
By Iddi Yire
Accra, Feb 14, GNA – The Government will re-assigned Mr Samuel Adom Botchwey, Acting Registrar of the Births and Deaths Registry, as part of efforts to avert the intended nationwide strike by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG).
A statement issued by Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Presidential Spokesman and Minister of State in-charge of Government Communications, copied to the Ghana News Agency said: “In the truest spirit of cooperation and understanding, we are happy to announce that the matter has been resolved and there will be no nationwide strike by CLOGSAG”.
“Mr Samuel Adom Botchwey will thus be reassigned from the Births and Deaths Registry.
“We have learnt that the precedent that was set by the outgone government of appointing a non-civil servant to that position remains a pending matter in the courts.”
The statement said the Government of President Mahama remains committed to being a listening one as we together reset the nation.
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Former Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has challenged his successor, Dr. Dominic Ayine, to provide evidence of a memo recommending the withdrawal of charges against Bank of Ghana Governor, Johnson Asiama.
Dame insists that no such document exists and asserts that the decision to drop the charges was based on falsehoods.
On Wednesday, February 12, Dr. Ayine defended his decision to discontinue prosecution against Dr. Asiama, citing a case review that exposed significant weaknesses in the evidence.
He claimed his reassessment uncovered an internal memo from the prosecution division of the Attorney General’s office, which advised former AG Godfred Yeboah Dame to drop the charges due to concerns over the case’s strength.
Speaking to journalists, Dr. Ayine emphasized the memo’s role in shaping his decision.
“My review of some of the cases revealed fatal flaws in the case of the prosecution. A few of the examples are in order. In two of the banking trials ongoing, I took the decision to withdraw the charges against Mr. Johnson Asiama for the simple reason that in the course of my review of the cases, my attention was drawn to an internal memo prepared by the prosecutions division of our department for the attention of the former AG, the Hon. Godfred Yeboah Dame, which recommended that the charges against him be dropped. This is very significant,” he stated.
However, at a press conference on Friday, February 14, Dame refuted the existence of such a memo and called on Dr. Ayine to present it.
“Let me state for the record, that, to the best of my knowledge, no such memorandum exists. I do not recall receiving any such memo from the Prosecutions Division.
“I challenge Dr. Ayine to produce such a memo for the examination of the public as he has touted same to the public at a press conference as the basis for his impugned actions.”
AG’s internal memo advised dropping charges against Asiama – Ayine
In a shocking incident, Joseph Richard allegedly set fire to the room of his girlfriend, Betty Herman, in Axim, Western Region, at approximately 3 a.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025.
At the time of the attack, Betty’s children, 16-year-old Joseph Ben and 3-year-old Richlove Asiedua Yeboah, were asleep and sustained severe burns.
The act is believed to have been triggered by Betty’s decision to end the relationship.
Eyewitnesses claim Richard intended to harm the children, but their lives were saved thanks to
DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 13, (Xinhua/GNA) — Energy ministers from the East African Community (EAC) member states, met on Wednesday in Tanzania’s northern city of Arusha, to review the power supply situation in the region.
A statement issued by the EAC headquarters in Arusha said the 17th Sectoral Council on Energy, Petroleum, and Mining, also reviewed the status of implementing the East African Power Master Plan.
The statement said other items on the agenda of the meeting, included the review of the 10th East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition 2023, ongoing preparations for the 11th East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition 2025, and preparations for the 12th East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition 2027.
According to the statement, the objective of the Sectoral Council on Energy, Petroleum, and Mining meeting was to review the progress made by the sub-sectors in implementing council decisions.
The statement said the meeting also considered other issues of regional importance in new and renewable energy, energy conservation and efficiency, fossil fuels, power, and mining sub-sectors.
The EAC is a regional intergovernmental organization of eight member states that aims to promote economic, political, and social integration in East Africa. The EAC member states are Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
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Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has assured Asante Kotoko’s management that all individuals found guilty in the tragic death of Francis Yaw Frimpong, also known as Pooley, will face justice, regardless of their status.
Speaking in a meeting with Kotoko’s leadership, Kofi Adams reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring accountability for the incident, which has sparked widespread concerns over security at football venues in Ghana.
“Anyone found guilty in the tragic incident will not be spared irrespective of their status,” he assured.
The death of Pooley, a die-hard Kotoko supporter, occurred following violent clashes after the club’s Ghana Premier League match against Nsoatreman FC. The incident has led to multiple arrests, with investigations still ongoing.
Kotoko’s management has been vocal about their demand for justice and improved security at stadiums, calling for major reforms in Ghana football to prevent similar tragedies.
The club has currently suspended all first-team activities and have vowed to return after justice is duly served.
Kanye West and his wife, Bianca Censori
Kanye West and Bianca Censori have reportedly ended their relationship.
Kanye and Censori are headed toward a divorce as per Daily Mail, who revealed the news coming from a source close to the rapper.
The rapper and model have already contacted divorce attorneys and it appears their romance and viral moments together may have just seen its end.
The split between Ye and Censori comes after their controversial stunt at the 2025 Grammys and his hateful and misogynistic rant on social media.
While he made the shocking remarks on social media, Kanye declared himself a Nazi and lauded the works of Adolf Hitler.
Kanye West took to the Grammys red carpet with an ‘almost’ naked Bianca Censori who he reportedly told to drop her fur coat and reveal her see-through dress.
Moments after, Kanye and Bianca were seen in high spirits engaging at the after-party of the Grammys despite the backlash on social media after the stunt.
News of their split comes as a shock to some of Ye’s fans on social media who initially believed the two were ‘meant for each other.’
A few days after Kanye’s wild rant on X, he began to post porn on his page, leading Elon Musk to censor his account which Ye reportedly deactivated later.
The American rapper also put out a Super Bowl commercial that was linked to his Yeezy website, where all he placed up for sale was a shirt with a swastika.
His actions ignited outrage and the commercial has now been removed from the site.
Back in January 2023, Kanye West and Bianca Censori had a secret wedding ceremony and embarked on many romantic adventures.
Bianca was never shy in her public outfits. She often donned clothes that were deemed revealing by spectators while Ye always looked far from concerned about it.
However, their relationship looks done now, and many are keeping close tabs on how the likely divorce unfolds in the coming days.
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A group of ex-servicemen reportedly clashed with soldiers over the sale of the land housing the official residence of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Ghana Armed Forces.
A video of the incident, shared by Accra-based GHOne TV on February 13, 2025, showed the men, believed to be retired soldiers, confronting soldiers and the people working on the said land.
According to the media, the land in question was sold to a private developer who has already started working on it.
The video showed a group of men confronting a senior military officer, stating that they were not afraid of anyone.
The men could also be seen facing off with armed military personnel.
One of the men indicated that the private developer was not using the said land for its intended purpose.
He called on the Minister of Defence and Chief of Defence Staff to look into the matter and address it.
“If you have our land and you want to develop it, the land should be developed for the purpose for which it was intended.
“We have 15 acres, and you want to take 10 acres of it. We want to know how this deal was struck. Who are the actors behind it? The defence minister needs to come and answer. The Chief of Defence needs to come and answer,” the man said.
In 2023, the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) refuted reports in the media that prime lands belonging to the military in Accra, including the ones housing the official residences of the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), had been sold to private developers.
According to the army, there was no truth to the report of the alleged sale of military prime land, including the claim that senior army officers sold the land because it was too large to manage.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, sighted by GhanaWeb, the GAF explained that the army was a mere custodian of the lands it occupies and could not unilaterally make decisions on them.
“We wish to categorically state that no military lands have been sold to a private developer by the Armed Forces, as the institution is only a custodian of the lands it is using and does not have any authority or right to dispose of them.
“Where lands being occupied by GAF have been developed, any such developments have been done in conjunction with the Ministry of Defence, with the approval of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources,” part of the statement reads.
“It is worth mentioning that there are plans to redevelop the area in question to increase the number of residential accommodations in line with the expansion programme of GAF. Currently, the area in question has only two (2) residential accommodations. It is envisaged that after the redevelopment, the number of residential accommodations for senior officers will increase to thirteen (13),” it added.
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Ex-servicemen clash with soldiers over the suspected sale of land housing the official residence of the Chief of Defence Staff to private developers at Roman Ridge, weapons were drawn…#GHOneNews #EIBNetwork#GHOneTV #NewsAlert pic.twitter.com/waVbgm13Qh
— GHOne TV (@ghonetv) February 13, 2025
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Minister of Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor
The Ministry of Energy has reassured Ghanaians that the $379 million debt owed to Karpowership, the operator of the Aboadze power barge, will not lead to disruptions in electricity supply.
This comes after Karpowership threatened to suspend power generation if the government fails to settle the outstanding arrears.
This announcement led to fears of a looming power crisis in the near future.
In response to the situation, Minister of Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor has held discussions with Karpowership to address the debt and develop a plan for its repayment.
In a report by citinewsroom.com, the Ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Isaac Agyei Kwakye, emphasized the government’s commitment to maintaining a stable power supply while resolving the financial challenges.
Kwakye highlighted the Minister’s focus on improving efficiency within the energy sector to reduce liabilities.
He referenced a recent Auditor General’s report, which uncovered under-declared revenues by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), as a key area for reform.
“The Minister believes that introducing efficiency into the system will help cut down these liabilities. For instance, we need to ensure that all revenue collected is channeled into a single account, allowing for proper disbursement to Independent Power Producers (IPPs), even if we cannot pay them in full,” Kwakye explained.
He further stressed the government’s responsibility to provide reliable electricity to the nation, stating, “We, as a ministry, will do everything within our power to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
“While the debt is a significant burden, we are determined to find solutions and address the issue effectively.”
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Former Sunyani West Member of Parliament, Ignatius Baffour-Awuah
Multiple award-winning journalist Saddick Adams alias Sports Obama has bemoaned the diversion of state scholarships from their intended purposes.
Saddick Adams is unhappy that state scholarship schemes which were initially created to support brilliant but needy students as well as students who undertake special courses are now being sold to the affluent in the society.
The Angel TV sports show host could not fathom why officials in high positions has access to scholarships over the “brilliant but needy.”
Saddick Adams revealed in his rant that former Sunyani West Member of Parliament, Ignatius Baffour-Awuah, was awarded a scholarship to further his education while serving in Parliament.
Saddick Adams’ revelation follows a Facebook post that sought support from individuals to sponsor the education of a brilliant Adisadel College student, Elvis Marfo.
“My MP in Sunyani had been in power for four terms. That’s 16 years. He was awarded a scholarship. He was an MP for 16 years but had a scholarship.”
“For what reason? What was he going to learn that he needed a scholarship? Why would we do that and then beg for money for the brilliant but needy?”
Ignatius Baffour Awuah, who is also the owner of Nsoatreman FC, had been in office since 2008. He lost the seat in the 2024 general elections.
The former Minister of Employment and Labour Relations is currently under investigation as a suspect in the death of Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong, also known as Pooley, who was stabbed during a game between Nsoatreman and Kotoko.
Meanwhile, Elvis Marfo has secured a fully funded scholarship for his education through an unidentified philanthropist and Adisadel alumni following the viral post.
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The sponsorship for 19-year-old Elvis Marfo includes the following:
1.Full academic scholarship for the entire six-year program.
2.Full coverage of residential fees.
3.A monthly stipend for the full duration of the program.
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Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a $100 million lawsuit against NBC, its streaming service Peacock, and production company Ample over their recently released documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.
The legal action comes amid a growing series of allegations against the hip-hop mogul, including claims of sexual assault, which Combs vehemently denies.
Combs, who is currently incarcerated in a New York jail as he awaits a federal criminal trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges, is taking aim at the documentary, accusing the makers of spreading untrue and defamatory statements about him.
The lawsuit, filed on February 12, 2025, alleges that the documentary falsely portrays the rapper as guilty of serious crimes, including “serial murder, rape of minors, and sex trafficking of minors.” According to the complaint, the film’s entire premise “maliciously and baselessly” paints Combs as a “monster” and falsely accuses him of being involved in the deaths of former partner Kim Porter and rapper Christopher Wallace, better known as Biggie Smalls or The Notorious B.I.G.
The legal team representing Combs claims that the documentary made reckless and harmful assumptions, accusing the three companies of publishing defamatory content with “reckless disregard” for the truth. The lawsuit further accuses NBC, Peacock, and Ample of defamation, seeking $100 million in damages for the “reputational and economic harm” caused by the documentary.
Erica Wolff, Combs’ lawyer, blasted the companies behind the documentary for their actions, stating, “They made a conscious decision to line their own pockets at the expense of truth, decency, and basic standards of professional journalism. They maliciously and recklessly broadcast outrageous lies.”
As of now, NBC, Peacock, and Ample have not commented on the lawsuit.
This legal battle comes amid a troubling year for Combs, who has faced a series of allegations from both men and women over the past 16 months, including accusations of sexual assault, abuse, and exploitation. Combs continues to deny all allegations, including the charges related to his federal criminal case.
The outcome of the lawsuit could have significant implications for both Combs’ career and the future of documentary-style journalism, with the case expected to garner widespread attention in both the entertainment and legal sectors
In an effort to help the ordinary Ghanaian understand the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) invitation to Ken Ofori-Atta, Mr Benjamin Kofi Quashie, Chair of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Council of Elders for South Africa, has shared his perspective on the matter.
According to him, the actions of the OSP and the ORAL committee are aimed at recovering stolen state funds rather than politically persecuting individuals.
Speaking in a telephone interview with Accra 100.5 FM on Thursday, 13th February 2025, Mr Quashie emphasised that the government’s primary focus is on surcharging those found culpable of illicitly acquiring public wealth.
“We are not interested in jailing anyone, but in recovering state funds to develop our country,” he stressed.
Addressing speculations about whether the former Finance Minister has fled the country, Mr Quashie maintained that the law would ultimately catch up with him. If he has unlawfully taken state funds, he must be made to refund them.
Reacting to the fugitive label placed on Ken Ofori-Atta by the OSP, which has been contested by his lawyers, Mr Quashie stated that the former minister had been invited by the OSP at least three times but had failed to honour any of the invitations.
“The information (which may or may not be true) is that Ken is in Ghana. The reason why he is being shielded from honouring the OSP’s invitation is troubling,” he noted.
He further disclosed that he had personally travelled on the same flights with Ofori-Atta about four or five times between November and December last year, stating that the former minister appeared healthy and did not look like someone unfit to face investigations.
Despite the ongoing developments, Mr Quashie expressed optimism about Ghana’s future, noting that even some members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have begun supporting calls for Ofori-Atta to face the law.
He accused the former minister and his family, in alleged collusion with President Akufo-Addo, of misappropriating state funds and warned that failure to retrieve these monies would be detrimental to Ghana’s future.
“This is not about political witch-hunting but about ensuring that the funds allegedly siphoned by Ken, his cousins, and the President are recovered. If those funds are not retrieved, it would be very worrying for Ghana’s future,” he asserted.
Background
On 12th February, the Office of the Special Prosecutor named former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as a suspect in four high-profile corruption investigations, including cases related to the National Cathedral project and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML).
During a press briefing on the same day, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng declared Ofori-Atta a wanted person and urged him to return immediately for questioning. He further warned that failure to comply could result in legal action to compel his return.
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Former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has denied allegations of ethical misconduct in the controversial ambulance procurement case involving current Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson.
The accusations were leveled against him by his successor, Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, during a press conference on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Dr. Ayine alleged that Dame had engaged in unethical and unprofessional behaviour in his handling of the prosecution of the case, which involves the procurement of 200 ambulances under the previous John Mahama administration.
The case had been a subject of intense legal and political debate, with the prosecution alleging financial mismanagement and irregularities in the awarding of the contract.
However, addressing the press on Friday, February 14, Dame rejected the accusations, describing them as disingenuous.
He further criticised Dr. Ayine, pointing out what he called the irony of the accusations.
“Dr. Ayine’s unfounded allegations insinuating unethical conduct on my part in the ambulance case is highly disingenuous and rather unfortunately, recaps the series of falsehoods peddled by foot soldiers of the NDC and other uninformed members of society
“I must say that I find it quite ironical for Dr. Ayine who is a subject of disciplinary proceedings for professional misconduct still pending at the General Legal Council to accuse me of unethical conduct.”
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Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, has announced that Samuel Adom Botchway will be reassigned from the Births and Deaths Registry.
His statement follows the Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG), declaring a nationwide strike over Botchway’s appointment as Registrar of the Births and Deaths Registry.
Former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has criticized current Attorney General, Dr Dominic Ayine for discontinuing several high-profile criminal cases without consulting President John Dramani Mahama, describing this decision as alarming and detrimental to the interests of the republic.
He told journalists in Accra on Friday, February 14 that “The people of Ghana should be very scared if we have an AG whose primary consideration in the discontinuation of criminal cases involving the loss of billions of Ghana cedis is the position of defence lawyers on charges preferred against their clients rather than the interest of the republic in the prosecution of crime.
“Even more scary and bizarre is the claim of Dr Ayine that he did not consult President John Dramani Mahama before taking the monumental decisions to discontinue the criminal cases.”
Dame highlighted the gravity of the cases in question, noting that they involve the loss of significant amounts of taxpayers’ money and are related to the banking sector crisis, which has had a substantial impact on the Ghanaian economy.
“The cases involve the loss of colossal sums of taxpayers’ monies, and some relate to the banking sector crisis which affected the Ghanaian economy,” he added.
Meanwhile, Dr Ayine has cited three main reasons for his decision, emphasising ethical, professional, and evidentiary concerns.
The cases dropped include those against the acting Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, who was previously implicated in the collapse of UniBank and UT Bank.
Former NDC Chairman Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo and Communications Officer Anthony Kwaku Boahen have also been freed from charges related to a leaked recording allegedly discussing political violence.
The AG has discontinued the case against former Minority Leader and now Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and Richard Jakpa in connection with the ambulance procurement deal.
The case involving former COCOBOD CEO Dr. Stephen Kwabena Opuni and businessman Seidu Agongo, accused of causing a financial loss of GH¢271 million through the Lithovit foliar fertiliser scandal, has also been terminated.
Charges have also been withdrawn against former SSNIT boss Dr. Ernest Thompson and three others accused of financial mismanagement. However, it was noted that in the case of SSNIT and the banking sector, some individuals are still facing trial.
The financial misconduct case against former Works and Housing Minister Collins Dauda and four others in the Saglemi Housing project was dismissed through a nolle prosequi while charges against Oliver Barker-Vormawor, Ama Governor and others have been dropped.
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Both the M23 rebels and the Congolese government forces are accused of committing violent acts
Scores of children caught up in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have been subjected to sexual violence including rape by armed men, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund.
The targeting of children has soared to unprecedented levels in recent weeks, UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell warned on Thursday, making an urgent appeal for the violence to stop as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels expand their footprint, clashing with Congolese forces and their allied militias.
“In North and South Kivu provinces, we are receiving horrific reports of grave violations against children by parties to the conflict, including rape and other forms of sexual violence at levels surpassing anything we have seen in recent years,” Russell said in a statement.
Sharing the stories of some survivors, she said: “One mother recounted to our staff how her six daughters, the youngest just 12 years old, were systematically raped by armed men while searching for food.”
UNICEF’s accusation came as the conflict in the mineral-rich region shows no signs of abating, as M23, which captured North Kivu’s capital Goma last month, pushes further south. Thousands have been killed and tens of thousands more displaced, the UN has said.
The agency’s partners in the region reported that the number of rape cases treated across 42 health facilities jumped five-fold in one week from January 27 to February 2, Russell said.
“Of those treated, 30 percent were children. The true figures are likely much higher because so many survivors are reluctant to come forward.”
Russell added that she was “deeply alarmed by the intensifying violence”, particularly the effects on children and families.
Lianne Gutcher, UNICEF’s communication chief in DRC, told The Associated Press news agency that of the total 572 rape cases reported, 170 were children.
“It is suspected that all parties to the conflict committed sexual violence,” Gutcher said.
Partner agencies are now running out of the drugs used to reduce the risk of HIV infection after the sexual assaults, Russell said.
As fighting intensifies, hundreds of children have been separated from their fleeing families, exposing them to heightened risks of violence, she added.
In just the past two weeks, more than 1,100 unaccompanied children have been identified in the two Kivu provinces, according to UNICEF.
As the rebel offensive widens, recruitment of youth by all groups is likely to accelerate, with reports of children as young as 12 being enlisted or coerced to join the fighting.
“Parties to the conflict must immediately cease and prevent grave rights violations against children,” Russell said.
M23, which UN experts say is backed by Rwanda, in recent months has swiftly seized tracts of territory in eastern DRC after again taking up arms in late 2022, in a country plagued by numerous conflicts for decades.
M23 claims to be fighting for the interests of ethnic Tutsis and has continued its military campaign in DRC despite calls from regional leaders to end the fighting.
Ghanaian political commentator based in the United States of America (U.S.A), Twene Jonas, has declared that the one month performance of current President, John Dramani Mahama, is far better than the eight year performance of former President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Twene Jonas declared his stance based on one policy that made him extremely happy, the declaration by the President that government appointees are barred from traveling first-class.
According to Jonas, that policy alone will save Ghana millions of cedis every weekend and is very laudable. Jonas said that the money saved can remain in the country and be used for the benefit of Ghanaians.
Jonas revealed that he has been meeting New York City officials taking the subway yet Ghanaian officials are also wasting taxpayer money traveling around in massive convoys and flying first class.
He added that the only thing that can derail the Mahama government is the expected power crisis so they President should work hard to solve it before it happens.
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Jonas’ rant is in relation to a new directive from President John Dramani Mahama calling for public officials to stop flying first class around the world.
The President announced that the move is part of cost-cutting measures to improve the dire financial situation the country is currently in.
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has revealed his intention to meet with the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, to receive an update on the cases currently being investigated by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).
Dr. Ayine, while acknowledging that the OSP is expected to function as an independent body, emphasised the need for his office to stay informed about the various cases being handled by the Special Prosecutor.
He made these remarks during a press conference held in Accra, where he addressed several legal and governance issues.
Speaking on the subject, the Attorney-General explained that although the OSP operates independently, it remains an agency within the broader framework of the Attorney-General’s department.
According to him, under Article 88(3) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, the prosecutorial authority of the state is vested in the Attorney-General.
Therefore, he believes it is appropriate for his office to have oversight of the work being carried out by the Special Prosecutor.
“I think that it is only right that because he [Kissi Agyebeng] is exercising prosecutorial authority which belongs to me, under Article 88(3) of the Constitution, I should be in the known regarding his actions. So the OSP is one of the agencies under the Attorney General’s department.
“And at the appropriate time, I will call for a briefing on everything that he has done, including the press conference that he held. I myself woke up to the press conference.
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Mr Drew
Ghanaian musician, Mr Drew, has revealed his desire to collaborate with American superstar Chris Brown.
During an interview with DJ Slim on Hitz FM, Mr. Drew shared his excitement about the possibility of working with the international artist, saying it would create a “crazy” performance.
When asked who he would love to collaborate with, Mr. Drew confidently named Chris Brown, calling him “Breezyyy.” He added, “Imagine Drew and Breezy on stage top – it go be crazy! That would be lovely.”
Mr. Drew also explained that he would prefer to work with Chris Brown in the studio rather than simply sending a song. “I want to create content with him,” he said, emphasizing the importance of working together in person to make the collaboration authentic.
The musician acknowledged that making such a collaboration happen would require financial resources and strong connections. “Chale, that side ebi money, we go reach there, ibi money and connect,” he said, expressing optimism about the future.
Fans have often compared Mr. Drew’s style to Chris Brown’s due to their shared talents in both singing and dancing.
In the meantime, Mr. Drew has released his debut EP, The Loverboy Era, just in time for Valentine’s Day. The EP, filled with soulful tracks, explores the complexities of love, including themes of heartbreak, cheating, and romance.
Former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Godfred Dame has accused the John Mahama government of using the discontinuation of high-profile criminal cases as a deliberate strategy to clear its officials of wrongdoing.
Mr Dame criticised the recent withdrawal of high-profile cases, arguing that it is part of a calculated attempt to whitewash officials of the previous Mahama government.
He said this at a press conference on Friday, February 14, 2025, in response to the current A-G’s explanation of the government’s decision to discontinue some criminal cases that have been running for years.
“These developments irresistibly point to only one conclusion, a calculated preconceived ploy on the part of the NDC to wipe out all criminal cases pending against its leading members and officials in the John Mahama government, declare them of wrongdoing, not by the court, but through their Attorney General,” he said.
His comments come after the Attorney-General, Dominic Ayine dropped some seven cases involving former government appointees, raising concerns about the commitment to fighting corruption.
While the A-G has defended the discontinuation of cases, claiming they lack merit and are politically motivated, Mr Dame insists that due process must be allowed to take its course.
He further noted that this approach has no precedent in Ghana’s Fourth Republic.
The former Justice Minister stressed that it sets a dangerous precedent for governance and the rule of law.
“Remarkably, there’s no precedent for this kind of conduct in the fourth republic.”
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Vivo Energy has launched a dynamic new corporate brand as a significant milestone to the growth of the company.
The new corporate identity includes a bold new brand personality which is confident, straightforward, and passionate; a striking new logo featuring the ‘Dynamic V’ representing a modern, powerful emblem that symbolises momentum, leadership, and unity and a refreshed colour palette, telling a story of energy, innovation, and growth.
CEO of Vivo Energy, Stan Mittelman, explained that the new corporate brand is designed to enhance visibility, reinforce the company’s reputation, and showcase its future-focused identity.
He said, “As our company expands, we need a modern, dynamic corporate brand that embodies our growth and unifies us under a single, powerful identity.”
Mr. Mittelman explained that the new corporate brand unifies the group and reinforces its role as a leader in Africa’s energy sector.
“Our new brand is more than a visual refresh it’s a statement of who we are and who we aspire to be,” Mr. Mittelman added.
The branding follows a successful completion of the transaction to combine the Engen and Vivo Energy businesses in 2024, and with operations now spanning 28 markets.
Vivo Energy is the company that distributes and markets Shell and Engen branded fuels and lubricants across Africa.
By Florence Asamoah Adom
The Idibia family has petitioned the Department of State Services, DSS, stating that popular singer 2face Idibia is missing.
The family, in a statement, said the ‘African Queen’ crooner left home in his lounge wear on February 10, 2025, without his bodyguard and has not returned since then.
A five-month-old baby girl has become the latest victim of the protracted conflict in Bawku after armed assailants brutally seized her from her mother and threw her to the ground, leading to her tragic death.
The grieving mother, who had gone out to trade, was reportedly ambushed by the attackers, mercilessly assaulted, and had her infant snatched from her before the horrifying act was carried out.
Ladies and gentlemen, my attention has been drawn to the press conference of the new Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, held on Wednesday, 12 February 2025. At the press conference, Dr. Ayine sought to provide reasons for his discontinuation of certain criminal cases filed against certain persons, most of whom were leading members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and persons who served in the NDC Government that exited office in January 2017.
As the public would observe, throughout my tenure as Attorney-General, I never made any comment or passed judgment on the work of any of my predecessors in office even though I was often at the receiving end of many unsavoury remarks from sections of the populace, particularly, personalities in the NDC. Since leaving office, I have also stayed clear of subjecting the work of my successor to any form of assessment, leaving that to discerning Ghanaians to do.
Before this morning, I had made absolutely no statement or comment whatsoever about the conduct or performance of the new Attorney-General, Dr. Dominic Ayine. However, at the press conference of the Honourable Attorney-General, in a rather unconventional manner, he proceeded to malign my good self, immediate past Attorney-General, and peddled a host of untruths, half-truths and misinformation, a trajectory which is not only unfortunate but begs the question as to the actual motive and justification for his decisions.
The Judiciary was not spared the brush of the Attorney-General’s unwarranted scathing attacks, as some members were subjected to similar disparaging attacks under the guise of Dr. Ayine’s strained exercise of “assigning reasons” for decisions he has taken as Attorney-General.
I consider the attack on the Judiciary as part of the stratagem of the NDC to blame others for their resolve, long before they assumed power, to clear all of John Mahama’s appointees of any criminal liability for past acts by withdrawing criminal cases pending against them. Indeed, Dr. Ayine’s decisions are in furtherance of the RESETTING AGENDA of the NDC.
The material facts will bear this out. Dr Ayine was sworn in as Attorney-General on Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025. On Friday, 24th January, 2025, he caused to be filed a notice of abandonment of the appeal by the State in Republic vrs. Ato Forson and 2 Others. On Tuesday, 28th January, 2025, he withdrew the case against Dr. Stephen Opuni and 2 Others, resulting in the complete white wash of their crimes by an acquittal and discharge through the backdoor.
On 29th January, 2025, he entered another withdrawal in Republic Vrs. Ofosu-Ampofo & Another, again resulting in an acquittal and discharge of the accused. On 30th January, 2025, Dr. Ayine withdrew two different cases against Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, resulting in his acquittal and discharge in one and a discharge in the other. There were more withdrawals and nolle prosequi to be entered by the NDC Government through the Attorney-General in the subsequent days. Indeed, what broke the trend of “one day, one withdrawal”, was the occurrence of weekends.
Fellow Ghanaians, these developments irresistibly point to only one conclusion – a calculated, preconceived ploy on the part of the NDC to wipe out all criminal cases pending against its leading members and officials of the John Mahama Government and clear them of wrongdoing, not by the courts, but through their Attorney-General.
Remarkably, there is no precedent for this kind of conduct in the Fourth Republic. Throughout the two 8-year terms of the NPP in Government, no Attorney-General appointed by either President J. A. Kufuor or President Akufo-Addo withdrew criminal charges or filed nolle prosequi in cases involving leading members of the NPP or senior members of the government.
By the time the NPP assumed power in 2017, all the cases filed by the erstwhile NDC Government against some Ministers and appointees of the Kufuor Government had been contested fully in the courts and won. We secured acquittals through the courts, and not by resorting to delay tactics in the hope that an Akufo-Addo appointed Attorney-General would come and withdraw the cases and procure an acquittal. I speak from experience as I personally conducted some of the cases. Other lawyers within our ranks including my Deputies also handled some.
I must state that it is clearly unprecedented for an Attorney-General to hold a press conference and subject his predecessor-in-office to abuses and peddle falsehood in the manner displayed by Dr. Dominic Ayine. I am constrained, to set the records straight, to unveil the half-truths and manipulation of facts for well-meaning Ghanaians to decipher the true intentions of the NDC Government acting through the current Attorney-General in withdrawing charges against leading members of the NDC.
If you would recall, the accused persons in the Ambulance Trial, filed an application for mistrial, hinging same on the alleged interference with one of the accused persons. On 6th June, 2024, the High Court coram Her Ladyship Justice Afia Serwaa Asare-Botwe dismissed the application. You would all remember the learned Justice of the Court of Appeal, who sat as an additional High Court Judge, say that she had listened to the tape in question about ten (10) times and found nothing to warrant a mistrial. Specifically, she stated at page 24 of her ruling:
“After listening to the conversation between A3 and A1, the issue of whether the Attorney-General actually told A3 to implicate A1 is not borne out by the evidence on Exhibit CAF2. These words were uttered by A3 at about minute 09:00 to 10:00. In the same vein, the declaration that A3 was innocent and “going through ordeal” but was being asked to help make the case of the AG better was not made by the Attorney-General, but was made by A3, to which the Attorney-General responded at minute 10:20, “I am not asking you to help me …” at minute 10:30.
The statement made that “You and I, you’ve been meeting me at my cousin’s place …” (at minute 10:45) etc. when closely, together with A3’s alleged attack of conscience did not proceed from the mouth of the Attorney-General”. The judge proceeded to state at page 32 of her ruling that “the 3rd Accused by any stretch of imagination be seen to be the one procuring new evidence or cowed by the conversation”.
RELIANCE ON DEFENCE COUNSEL TO WITHDRAW CASES AND ENTER NOLLE PROSEQUI
I proceed to examine Dr Ayine’s reasons for withdrawing some of the criminal cases Dr. Ayine mentioned in his Press Statement. I find, generally, that all his explanations are laden with contradictions and inconsistencies and betray the questionable motives for his actions.
Dr. Ayine characterises the prosecution of the Ambulance case as a political witch hunt. I wholly disagree. The facts show that vehicles purporting to be ambulances were imported into the country in December, 2014 in violation of the contract governing the transaction. In the absence of any request by the Ministry of Health, and at a time that the period for supply of the ambulances under the contract had even lapsed, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, by letters dated and 7th and 14th August, 2014, instructed the Bank of Ghana and the Controller and Accountant-General to issue letters of credit which was the agreed means of payment for the vehicles. The letters of credit were consequently established on 18th August, 2014. Big Sea General Trading LLC, the suppliers of the vehicles based in Dubai, whose contract had no parliamentary approval, proceeded to ship the vehicles on receipt of the letters of credit. When the vehicles arrived, they were not of the kind specified in the contract and had serious defects with every material part of the vehicles which rendered them unfit to be described as ambulances. Indeed, a John Mahama appointed Minister for Health at the time, Dr Alex Segbefia described the vehicles as “ordinary vans” not fit for purpose.
The defects were so irremediable that from the time the vehicles started arriving in December, 2014 up to January, 2017 when the erstwhile John Mahama administration left office, they could not be converted into ambulances. To date, they cannot be converted into ambulances and the John Mahama Government is back in pwoer.
I am of the honest view that the split 2 – 1 decision of the Court of Appeal, far from confirming Dr. Ayine’s opinion that the case was flawed, was erroneous and the Republic’s chances of having same set aside by the Supreme Court was very high. If Dr. Ayine was convinced that his position would prevail on appeal, why did he not allow the appeal to run its course for a vindication of his views? What did he or his former client, Dr. Ato Forson stand to lose by a determination of the appeal by the Supreme Court? Ladies and gentlemen, I observe that the real reason for a discontinuance of the appeal by Dr. Ayine was that he did not wish to deepen the woes of Dr. Ato Forson any further.
I say that, in any event, if the Attorney-General was of the considered view that the sum of US$200 Million mentioned under the count of misapplying public property should have been US$94 Million, all he had to do as a good prosecutor acting in good faith, was to amend the count. The remedy is not a discontinuation of the entire case, especially when that offence of misapplying public property constituted only one out of seventy (70) charges filed in the case. What happens to the other sixty-nine (69) charges that Dr. Ayine does not fault, and did not talk about.? With the greatest respect, the State should be seriously worried if her Attorney-General demonstrates such ignorance of the basic principles in criminal law and ingredients of offences which border on the protection of State funds or public property.
Dr. Ayine raises issue with the failure to join Hon. Samuel Atta Akyea as an accused person in the matter. It ought to be made clear that the prosecution of crime is not an arena to achieve political equalisation. A careful check of the facts would have disclosed to Dr. Ayine that Hon. Samuel Atta Akyea never authorised any payment for the Saglemi project. Mr. Atta Akyea was rather the one who called attention to the bizarre circumstances of the project and wrote a letter seeking the advice of the then Attorney-General, Ms. Gloria Afua Akuffo in or about 2019 for an urgent termination of the contract, a decision which stopped the State from unnecessary financial haemorrhage.
The sum of US$5 Million that Dr. Ayine alludes to, was authorised to be paid by the then Chief Director, Mr. Solomon Asoalla, and not Mr. Atta Akyea. The decision by the prosecution team not to charge Mr. Solomon Asoalla but rather to use him as a prosecution witness was, because a scrutiny of the record showed that, Mr. Asoalla in truth, tried to save the Saglemi housing project from total collapse. The sum of US$5Million was authorised by Mr. Asoalla to be utilised for the project to save the project. Further, he assisted in shedding light on the relevant facts of the project. Hence our decision to use him as a prosecution witness.
Let me state for the record, that, to the best of my knowledge, no such memorandum exists. I do not recall receiving any such memo from the Prosecutions Division. I challenge Dr. Ayine to produce such a memo for the examination of the public as he has touted same to the public at a press conference as the basis for his impugned actions.
Curiously, when probed further on that issue in the “Questions” session of his press conference, Dr. Ayine claimed that I might have disagreed with the memo, and that, he is yet to know the exact comments I made on the memo. This is bewildering and casts doubts on Dr. Ayine’s assertions that a memo was presented to me on the issue. Will my comments or the position I took on the memo not be expressed on the memo? How can Dr. Ayine see the memo but not see my comments in the memo? Clearly, the Attorney-General set out to throw dust into the eyes of Ghanaians who, in his view, are a bunch of unanalytical people. Ghana deserves better than the tales of Dr. Ayine.
Dr. Ayine himself alleges that he had some discussions with the DPP before withdrawing the cases in issue. Where he disagreed, he made it known to the DPP. Was the DPP’s view binding on Dr. Ayine? Was it not his view of the charges he withdrew which prevailed? If Dr. Ayine could form a view of the charges he withdrew from the court in spite of what the DPP told him, how can he castigate Godfred Dame in the media for whatever views Godfred Dame took on a memo allegedly presented to him by some state attorneys who Dr. Ayine cannot name, on a date he cannot specify and affecting some accused persons he could not specify. (Mind you, there are 6 accused persons in the matter. Did the memo touch on all 6? Dr. Ayine fails to tell).
I say that Dr. Ayine, should with the greatest respect, be bold to fully accept responsibility for his action in withdrawing and filing nolle prosequi in all the cases, rather than purporting to blame former Attorneys-General for his decisions.
If the new Attorney-General, was of the view that the accused had a strong case and would be acquitted, why did he not wait for the accused to establish this through the trial? Is it the case that counsel for the accused told him after his extensive discussions with them, that they were not sure of securing the acquittal of their clients and therefore, they would prefer the A-G to bail them out through a withdrawal of the charges?
DISPARAGEMENT OF THE JUDICIARY AS A PLOY TO DEFEND THE WRONG WITHDRAWAL OF THE OPUNI CASE
I repeat that the tendency of an Attorney-General to peddle untruthful allegations against the prosecuting team and judges sitting on cases being prosecuted by his Office, is highly unprofessional. This is what we see from Dr. Ayine three weeks into his tenure! His actions constitute an attack on the very Office he is now head of.
God bless us all!!!!
GODFRED YEBOAH DAME
IMMEDIATE PAST ATTORNEY-GENERAL AND MINISTER FOR JUSTICE
14/02/2025
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I relocated to Accra last year after being employed as a science teacher at a reputable school.
There is a woman who often comes to drop off her daughter at school.
She has a low-cut, blonde-dyed hairstyle and an attractive figure. If I didn’t know she was a mother, I would have sworn she hadn’t given birth because she looks so youthful.
Most of the time, she would come to drop off or pick up her daughter, and I couldn’t help but admire her from afar.
One day, she approached me to express gratitude, saying her daughter always speaks highly of me.
She mentioned that since I started working at the school, her daughter’s academic performance had improved.
As a gesture of appreciation, she asked for my account number and sent me GH¢1,000. I was shocked and asked for her contact so I could thank her properly.
She owns a boutique in East Legon, so she is financially sound. Over time, we began texting, and she confided in me that her husband had passed away.
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Immediate past Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame
The immediate past Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, is addressing Ghanaians on Friday, February 14, 2025.
Dame is expected to touch on the discontinuation of cases involving former appointees of President John Dramani Mahama that were being prosecuted by his successor, Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine.
Attorney General Ayine, while justifying his decision to discontinue the cases, took swipes at Godfred Dame.
He indicated that most of the cases Dame was prosecuting had defective charges, lacked evidence, and contained legal flaws that could have led to wrongful prosecutions or acquittals.
Watch a livestream of Dame’s press conference below:
BAI/MA
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Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister of Finance
The World Bank is cautioning that a premature return to the capital market would send the wrong signals to investors.
The World Bank Country Director for Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Robert R. Taliercio, made this known at the Bank’s launch of the Ghana Public Finance Review this week – where he warned against complacency as he urged authorities to sustain fiscal consolidation efforts.
These comments come against the backdrop of recent unsustainable debt levels, resulting in the nation’s credit ratings plummeting, making it impossible to borrow from the international market.
The government has consequently pivoted to short-term instruments, particularly Treasury bills, to finance its business, raising rates and squeezing out the private sector.
Consequently, the World Bank stressed a need for fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and the completion of the current adjustment programme, which aims to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio to acceptable levels in the medium term.
“Not fully completing the adjustment programme – reducing debt to GDP to 55 percent by 2028 – could jeopardise the credibility of policy reforms and the fundamentals for long-term growth,” Taliercio added.
The report, titled ‘Building the Foundations for a Resilient and Equitable Fiscal Policy’, aims to inform Ghana’s fiscal consolidation efforts as the country strives to rebound from the 2022 macroeconomic crisis, the World Bank said.
It highlighted a lack of fiscal discipline as a key driver of its economic crisis in 2022, citing weak budgetary institutions, rising fiscal liabilities and declining revenue collection.
The findings show that weak expenditure controls and an overreliance on external commercial debt led to unsustainable debt accumulation, which was exacerbated by a decline in tax revenue. Revenues collected as a share of GDP fell from 15.7 percent in 2017 to 13 percent in 2021, with income tax and VAT revenue dropping despite contrasting trends in peer countries.
The costly financial sector clean-up and persistent losses in the energy sector further strained public finances. The report identified tax administration inefficiencies and widespread exemptions as critical revenue gaps.
The review also identifies liabilities from state-owned enterprises (SOEs), especially in the energy and cocoa sectors, as a major fiscal risk.
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Mahama Ayariga
Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has expressed regret over the recent raid on the private residence of former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, confirming that the operation was conducted by National Security operatives, along with police and military personnel.
Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mr. Ayariga described the incident as “regrettable,” and assured lawmakers and the public that measures would be taken to prevent such occurrences in the future.
The raid, which took place without a warrant, sparked controversy and debate across the country.
Mr. Ayariga explained that, in response to the concerns raised, he had initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the operation.
After consultations with key stakeholders, Mr. Ayariga confirmed that the operation was led by an individual identified as Mr. Jakpa, believed to work within the National Security Coordinator’s office.
The Majority Leader, who is also the National Democratic Congress (NDC) MP for Bawku Central, emphasised that the raid was not intended to violate the rights of Mr. Ofori-Atta, and that the National Security Coordinator’s office had expressed regret over the incident.
“It was most regrettable and unfortunate,” he said, adding that assurances had been made that similar incidents would not happen again.
The Majority Leader also revealed that he had spoken with several government officials, including the Minister of the Interior, the Minister of Defense, and the Inspector General of Police, who all provided assurances that the incident would not be repeated.
“This side of the House remains committed to ensuring that the institutions of this country function properly and that the rights and liberties of every citizen are protected,” Mr. Ayariga affirmed.
In a personal statement, the Majority Leader offered his apology to Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta, saying, “I personally extend my apologies to the former Minister of Finance, and I believe that this should suffice.”
Mr. Ayariga’s comments follow public outcry over the raid, which raised concerns about the protection of privacy and the abuse of state power.
By Ernest Kofi Adu, Parliament House
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia
Former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has been announced as the keynote speaker for this year’s Africa Business Conference at Harvard University.
The event, organised by the Africa Business Club at Harvard Business School, brings together influential leaders from across the globe to discuss strategies for Africa’s economic growth and development.
This year’s conference features some of the most distinguished personalities in business, governance, and innovation.
These leaders, known for their ability to inspire and drive meaningful change, will share insights on shaping Africa’s future.
Their discussions are expected to impact thousands of lives by offering visionary ideas and solutions to key challenges facing the continent.
As a respected economist and policymaker, Dr. Bawumia’s keynote address is anticipated to provide valuable perspectives on Africa’s economic transformation.
His extensive experience in financial and digital reforms, particularly in Ghana, positions him as a thought leader on issues of economic stability, digitalisation, and sustainable development.
The Africa Business Conference serves as a platform to celebrate and learn from remarkable individuals dedicated to Africa’s progress.
With Dr. Bawumia’s participation, the event promises to be an engaging and insightful gathering, reinforcing the importance of leadership and innovation in driving the continent’s future.
Nana B
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly condemned government’s decision to terminate all Public Service appointments made after December 7 2024.
According to the NPP, the move by the government is illegal and damaging to the hard working Ghanaian.
Addressing a press conference on Thursday February 13, 2025, National Organizer of the NPP, Henry Nana Boakye (Nana B) stated that, the directive compromises the integrity of Ghana’s public service recruitment processes.
“The president’s directive
Wontumi Morning Show, hosted by Kwaku Kyeremanteang Nkansah, is aired every day of the week
The Wontumi Morning Show, hosted by Kwaku Kyeremanteng Nkansah, continues to make waves as a platform for in-depth analysis of politics and general news.
Broadcasts live every weekday from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, the programme has become a staple for Ghanaians seeking commentary on national issues.
With its blend of expert analysis and engaging discussions, the programme, hosted in the widely spoken local dialect, Twi, brings together well-experienced guests and professionals to share their perspectives on the nation’s most pertinent political and social matters.
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Delcat Idengo’s music, termed revolutionary by fans, was critical of both the Congolese government a
A popular musician in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been killed while filming a music video in the conflict-hit eastern town of Goma.
The body of Delphin Katembo Vinywasiki, better known as Delcat Idengo, was found in a street on Thursday with his head partially covered with blood. Unconfirmed reports say the artist was shot.
Idengo, famous for his songs critical of both the government and the rebels, was among hundreds of inmates who escaped from a prison in Goma, after M23 militants seized the city last month.
The east of DR Congo has been engulfed in fighting as armed groups and the army battle it out for control of the mineral-rich region.
It is not clear who was behind the killing.
The musician had just released a track called Bunduki (meaning “weapon” in Swahili), condemning the rebel occupation in Goma.
“Justice will be done,” government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya posted on X platform, terming the musician’s killing an “abominable act”. He blamed the M23.
But the M23 pointed the finger at government-aligned forces, calling on them to hand over their weapons.
The killing comes amid growing tension in the area after the Rwanda-backed M23 captured Goma, in a major escalation of the fighting in late January.
Around 2,900 people have been killed and about 700,000 others forced from their homes in the recent hostilities, the latest UN figures suggest.
The rebels are now pushing towards Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu – another key city in the region – despite regional peace efforts to end the conflict.
Idengo’s death has sparked fresh fears in North Kivu as protesters took to the streets of Beni, where he was born, to demand justice.
Videos shared on social media showed the musician’s body lying on the ground after the incident in the Kilijiwe area, in the north of Goma.
According to the witnesses, Idengo, who was wearing military trousers for the video, died on the spot after the attack.
The Congolese ministry of arts and culture described the incident as an “assassination”.
“A committed voice, he carried, through his music, the aspirations and hopes of an entire generation,” the ministry posted on X.
Idengo was awaiting trail after his jailing last year for inciting people to take up arms and force UN peacekeepers to leave the country.
In 2021, he was prosecuted for insulting President Félix Tshisekedi and spreading “false rumours” in one of his songs where he accused the president of not fulfilling his promises. He was sentenced to 10 years, but was later acquitted.
“The nation has lost a patriot committed to national cohesion. I mourn the loss of Idengo. It is high time for this war to end. Humanity above all!” Martin Fayulu, an opposition leader who came third in the 2023 general election, posted on X.
Moïse Katumbi, another opposition figure who came second in the election, condemned Idengo’s killing.
“His murderers, whoever they are, must be quickly identified and very severely condemned,” Katumbi posted on X.
The statement ended with SaidaBoj issuing a stern warning to Nedu, implying that she would not hesitate to take action if he failed to respond or provide the requested information within the given timeframe.
Controversial Nigerian influencer, Saida Boj has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to OAP Nedu Wazobia to release proof of the men he accused her of sleeping with.
His comment follows a press conference held by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 where Ken Ofori-Atta was declared a fugitive for allegedly failing to present himself for investigation in connection with suspected corruption cases.
A day prior to that, armed military officers raided the Cantonments residence of the former finance minister who is receiving treatment abroad.