Ruth Kadiri, an actress and filmmaker in the Nigerian film industry, has once again captured her followers with a series of striking new images that she has posted on Instagram. These photos highlight her refined sense of style and elegance.
The actress can be seen in the photographs that have been uploaded to the internet appearing to be wearing a lengthy gown that is exquisitely created and embellished with vivid patterns and colours. The dress, which had intricate designs and a combination of red, green, and purple hues, accentuated her body while simultaneously expressing the ideal combination of contemporary and enduring fashion inspirations.
The rest of the ensemble was elevated to a more refined level by her understated accessories and graceful presentation. The poise and self-assurance that Kadiri exuded shone through as she effortlessly struck a pose against a plain blue background, thereby highlighting the vibrant details of her attire.
She was shown as a fashion-forward personality who continues to embrace individuality as a result of the styling, which achieved a balance between inventiveness and sophistication.
The comment section was instantly swamped with admiration from fans and followers, who praised her clothing and she was praised for her glowing beauty. For a great number of people, the photographs served as yet another reminder of Ruth Kadiri’s influence, not only in the Nollywood industry but also in providing her audience with creative ideas for their own style.
Private legal expert and spokesperson for the Movement for Change, Andrew Appiah Danquah, has firmly ruled out any return to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), arguing that the party has lost their political credibility and moral grounding as reported by Ghana Web
Speaking on TV3 NewDay, Danquah emphasized that the NPP no longer represents the values that once attracted many Ghanaians.
He warned against rejoining the party, describing it as “full of familiar spirits” and suggesting that its core identity has been altered under current leadership.
“People aggregate around a party when they find some values they resonate with. When Nana Addo managed to alter the DNA, he changed the soul of the NPP.
How can I go to a party that has become reprobate? How can I enter a house that is filled with familiar spirits?” he questioned.
He further noted that millions of Ghanaians have been alienated by the party’s shift, describing the situation as a displacement from what should have been a welcoming political home.
However, he hinted at new political opportunities for those seeking a platform aligned with their values.
The NPP recently announced a general amnesty for members who have faced disciplinary actions or suspensions, as part of an effort to promote reconciliation within the party.
The decision, unveiled on August 16, 2025, was taken during an Emergency National Council meeting chaired by acting National Chairman Danquah Smith Buttey.
Despite this move, Danquah maintains that the party has strayed too far from the foundational principles, revealing that he and other disillusioned supporters are unlikely to return.
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition John Abdulai Jinapor (MP), on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, has inaugurated the newly reconstituted board of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo).
The Minister tasked the new board with significantly strengthening the national grid to enhance power transmission across the country.
“Rising power demand requires continuous expansion of generation and transmission capacity. There is a critical need to strengthen the grid with additional infrastructure to evacuate power efficiently and reliably. I urge you to use your collective expertise and experience to provide strategic direction, sound governance, and innovative solutions”, the Minister stated.
On behalf of the members of the inaugurated board, the Chairperson, Mrs. Kuukua Maurice Ankrah, expressed their commitment to the task ahead, pledging to work diligently to meet the government’s objectives.
She acknowledged the importance of GRIDCo in ensuring reliable power transmission and contributing to Ghana’s economic development.
The members of the board are;
Mrs. Kuukua Maurice Ankrah, Esq. (Chairperson)
Ing. Mark Awuah Baah – Ag. Managing Director
Daniel Atchule
Joshua Anaman Sackey
Muhammed Bashiru Nii Narh Alema
Solomon Kuyon
Joseph Kwame Kumah
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Asante Kotoko continued their preparations for the 2025/26 season with a 3-0 victory over Venomous Vipers FC in a pre-season friendly played in Cape Coast this afternoon. Thanks to Samba O’niel, Albert Amoah and Kwame Opoku for the fantastic goals.
The Porcupine Warriors, who are in the second phase of their pre-season camp will face Abusua Dwarfs at 4:00PM. Kotoko has so far won 3 games with 7 goals and conceded 1 goal. Kotoko will have their 4th friendly against Abusua Dwarfs at Cape Coast Sports Stadium soon.
Kotoko’s starting XI against Ebusua Dwarfs are; Aziz Dari, Michael Sefah, Zakaria Fuseini, Josph Amoah, Francis Acquah, Samuel Tenedu, Hubert Gyau, Inusah Adamas, Philip Amoh, Johnson Owusu and Donzo Moriffing.
A 60-year-old woman identified as Comfort Baidoo was crushed to death in a horrific accident which occurred in the Shama District of the Western Region last Friday.
The tragic incident occurred when an unregistered Honda Civic car attempted to overtake many vehicles in a heavy traffic, but collided with a taxi cab moving from the opposite direction, and the driver lost control.
The car then veered onto the pedestrian walkway, hit the 60-year-old woman and dragged her into a nearby food joint.
Eyewitnesses indicated that the old woman was trapped under the vehicle in the process.
According to them, the speeding Honda Civic, which was travelling from Daboase towards Inchaban, was reportedly transporting blood for a sick patient.
They said it took the intervention of some people at the scene, who managed to lift the car after which the woman was pulled from beneath it.
She was later taken to Volta River Authority (VRA) Hospital in the district, but was pronounced dead on arrival.
The police visited the scene and later took the driver of the Honda vehicle and the unregistered vehicle to the police station for further investigations.
Private legal expert and spokesperson for the Movement for Change, Andrew Appiah Danquah, has firmly ruled out any return to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), arguing that the party has lost their political credibility and moral grounding as reported by Ghana Web
Speaking on TV3 NewDay, Danquah emphasized that the NPP no longer represents the values that once attracted many Ghanaians.
He warned against rejoining the party, describing it as “full of familiar spirits” and suggesting that its core identity has been altered under current leadership.
“People aggregate around a party when they find some values they resonate with. When Nana Addo managed to alter the DNA, he changed the soul of the NPP.
How can I go to a party that has become reprobate? How can I enter a house that is filled with familiar spirits?” he questioned.
He further noted that millions of Ghanaians have been alienated by the party’s shift, describing the situation as a displacement from what should have been a welcoming political home.
However, he hinted at new political opportunities for those seeking a platform aligned with their values.
The NPP recently announced a general amnesty for members who have faced disciplinary actions or suspensions, as part of an effort to promote reconciliation within the party.
The decision, unveiled on August 16, 2025, was taken during an Emergency National Council meeting chaired by acting National Chairman Danquah Smith Buttey.
Despite this move, Danquah maintains that the party has strayed too far from the foundational principles, revealing that he and other disillusioned supporters are unlikely to return.
For veteran filmmaker Socrate Safo, the glamour of Ghana’s entertainment industry always comes with a reminder that behind the lights and applause lies an industry where success is never certain.
According to him, unlike other sectors, success in entertainment does not come with any guarantees.
Speaking on Hitz FM, the filmmaker recalled an experience from his early years in the movie industry when a Nigerian actor approached him for a role.
I regret giving ‘Ghost Tears’ to GBC for free in exchange for advertisement – Socrate Safo
At the time, he admitted he did not have the money to pay the actor but still wanted him in the film. Instead of a fee, Socrate mentioned that he offered the actor something different, the Nigerian distribution rights to the movie.
He explained, “I would love to be in the movie. I said, ‘Okay, come, but I would not pay you, but I would give you the Nigerian right.’”
Socrate disclosed that this was not unusual in the entertainment industry.
According to him, filmmakers cannot afford to pay big actors upfront, as it is common practice to give them equity or distribution shares.
He added that the same system is used in Hollywood, where actors sometimes take a share of profits instead of an upfront fee.
Streaming won’t make you global, that’s a voodoo analysis – Socrate Safo
“To do the distribution in Nigeria and take the money. It happens, Hollywood, it’s done. That’s how people say that actors do get shares. He charges you $150m, and you don’t have it, so he has equity in the movie, so as you are distributing, then he is also getting a percentage in the movie.
“I give him the full right, so he can sell as many as he wants and he can also make losses. One thing about entertainment is that returns are not guaranteed,” he said.
“In entertainment, returns are never guaranteed.” – Filmmaker Socrate Safo, recalling when he gave his movie as equity to a scriptwriter#ShowbizReviewpic.twitter.com/mJtE91tEuP
Asante Kotoko continued their preparations for the 2025/26 season with a 3-0 victory over Venomous Vipers FC in a pre-season friendly played in Cape Coast this afternoon. Thanks to Samba O’niel, Albert Amoah and Kwame Opoku for the fantastic goals.
The Porcupine Warriors, who are in the second phase of their pre-season camp will face Abusua Dwarfs at 4:00PM. Kotoko has so far won 3 games with 7 goals and conceded 1 goal. Kotoko will have their 4th friendly against Abusua Dwarfs at Cape Coast Sports Stadium soon.
For veteran filmmaker Socrate Safo, the glamour of Ghana’s entertainment industry always comes with a reminder that behind the lights and applause lies an industry where success is never certain.
According to him, unlike other sectors, success in entertainment does not come with any guarantees.
Speaking on Hitz FM, the filmmaker recalled an experience from his early years in the movie industry when a Nigerian actor approached him for a role.
I regret giving ‘Ghost Tears’ to GBC for free in exchange for advertisement – Socrate Safo
At the time, he admitted he did not have the money to pay the actor but still wanted him in the film. Instead of a fee, Socrate mentioned that he offered the actor something different, the Nigerian distribution rights to the movie.
He explained, “I would love to be in the movie. I said, ‘Okay, come, but I would not pay you, but I would give you the Nigerian right.’”
Socrate disclosed that this was not unusual in the entertainment industry.
According to him, filmmakers cannot afford to pay big actors upfront, as it is common practice to give them equity or distribution shares.
He added that the same system is used in Hollywood, where actors sometimes take a share of profits instead of an upfront fee.
Streaming won’t make you global, that’s a voodoo analysis – Socrate Safo
“To do the distribution in Nigeria and take the money. It happens, Hollywood, it’s done. That’s how people say that actors do get shares. He charges you $150m, and you don’t have it, so he has equity in the movie, so as you are distributing, then he is also getting a percentage in the movie.
“I give him the full right, so he can sell as many as he wants and he can also make losses. One thing about entertainment is that returns are not guaranteed,” he said.
“In entertainment, returns are never guaranteed.” – Filmmaker Socrate Safo, recalling when he gave his movie as equity to a scriptwriter#ShowbizReviewpic.twitter.com/mJtE91tEuP
Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah (L) challenges GTEC boss, Prof Ahmed Jinapor
The Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has taken a swipe at the Director-General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), Prof Ahmed Jinapor, over the brouhaha surrounding her ‘Professor’ title.
Speaking in an interview on CTV on Monday, August 18, 2025, Dr Ayensu-Danquah indicated that the persons behind the debate about her qualification only want to discredit her.
Throwback: Dr Ayensu-Danquah explains her professorship during her vetting
She went on to challenge Prof Ahmed Jinapor to bring his CV so it can be compared with hers.
“My question is, as a state regulator, are we going to settle the matter on social media? Should we be talking about the matter on social media? As a regulator, shouldn’t you be going through due process?
“So, what I see is just an attempt to discredit the hard work I have done… I’m still trying to figure it out. So, I want Honourable Jinapor to bring his CV for us to compare,” she said.
Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah does not hold the title of ‘professor’ in any capacity – GTEC
The deputy minister insisted that she was a professor of surgery.
“I earned my professor of surgery title long ago. I have a campus in Utah, where I head the global surgery department. But I prefer to be here to help my people; that is why I’m here, that is why I’m not in the classroom every day.
“But even still, I have a residency programme that I manage here in Ghana. I’m doing public research in Ghana, including breast cancer research, quality assurance and quality improvement for surgical care in Ghana. So, the issue is strange to me,” she added.
Watch her remarks in the video below(from 2:15:00)
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The Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has marked a historic milestone with the passing-out ceremony of its newly recruited security personnel, following a two-week intensive training program at the Eastern Naval Command of the Ghana Armed Forces in Tema.
As TOR prepares to resume operations in October, every facet of the organisation is undergoing a comprehensive reset to position Ghana’s premier refinery for optimal performance.
The training, the first of its kind in TOR’s history, was designed to equip the recruits, comprising gallant men and one woman, with essential skills to safeguard refinery operations. Modules covered included physical drills for discipline and teamwork, emergency response, security awareness, first aid, firefighting, and crisis management.
The colourful ceremony, held at the Command’s forecourt, featured a parade and the presentation of certificates to the successful trainees. Staff and management of TOR, together with senior officials from the Eastern Naval Command, graced the occasion.
On behalf of the Managing Director, Edmond Kombat Esq., TOR expressed profound appreciation to the Eastern Naval Command for their invaluable support, noting the importance of continued collaboration as neighbours in Tema.
Established in 1963 by Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, TOR remains the nation’s foremost refinery. Once operational, it is projected to meet approximately 60% of Ghana’s daily finished petroleum product needs, underscoring its strategic importance to national energy security and economic resilience.
Keane (L) and Micah (R) engaged in a heated exchange during the game
The fallout from Arsenal’s 1-0 win at Old Trafford on Sunday, August 17, 2025, wasn’t just on the pitch; it spilled into the Sky Sports studio, where Roy Keane and Micah Richards clashed over Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır’s role in the decisive goal.
Semenyo, Kudus, Partey: How Ghanaian players performed over the weekend
Bayındır endured a nightmare moment midway through the first half when he failed to deal with Declan Rice’s dangerous in-swinging corner.
Under pressure from William Saliba, the Turkish goalkeeper flapped at the delivery, allowing Riccardo Calafiori to nod home at the back post.
It was the only goal of the game, and one that Keane was in no mood to excuse.
Speaking with his trademark bluntness, the former United captain blasted the 27-year-old’s indecision.
“He has to come with violence. Be aggressive, almost daring players: ‘Come in here, I’ll deal with it.’ But he’s not strong enough. It’s schoolboy stuff. Don’t look at the referee, take control of the situation,” Keane said.
Richards, however, leapt to Bayındır’s defence, arguing the goalkeeper had been let down by his teammates’ positioning.
“If you look at Saliba and Mount, he’s getting ragdolled everywhere. De Ligt could have tucked inside, and Mount gone wide. Yes, Bayındır should do better, but when you’ve got bodies blocking you,” Richards said.
The exchange quickly escalated, with Keane cutting Richards off. “The goalkeeper’s on his heels, he should be on his toes. Saliba’s doing very little to him,” Keane barked.
Richards shot back, insisting defenders had a duty to shield their keeper:
“The job of that player in that role is to protect the goalkeeper so he can come and punch it. There’s chaos in there,” he said.
The heated back-and-forth left fellow pundit Daniel Sturridge grinning on the sidelines, but the debate reflected a deeper truth: United’s fragility at set-pieces continues to cost them.
Watch the video below:
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Watch the key highlights from the 2025 GFA Ordinary Congress
Head of states through the SADC in a agruoup phote
Head of states through the regional block Southern African Development Community (SADC) have placed renewed emphasis on restoring peace and stability in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The commitment was reiterated during the 45th Ordinary Summit held on 17 August 2025 in Antananarivo, Madagascar.
This came while marking a leadership transition with Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan handing over the chairmanship of the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation.
Hosted by Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina, who was elected as the new SADC chairperson, the summit underscored the region’s solidarity in addressing the DRC’s ongoing conflict.
The summit reaffirmed its “unwavering commitment” to promoting peace, security, and stability in the eastern DRC, welcoming joint mediation efforts by the African Union Commission (AUC), SADC, and the East African Community (EAC).
This includes integrating the Luanda and Nairobi Peace Processes, while stressing the need for complementarity and harmonisation with other initiatives, such as the Washington Accord 2025 and the Doha Declaration of Principles of 2025.
In a key leadership shift, President Hassan, outgoing Chairperson of the Organ, delivered a comprehensive report on regional political and security developments.
Summit commended her for “exemplary leadership and commitment to advancing peace and security in the region throughout her tenure.”
She handed over the reins to Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera as the new Chairperson.
The gathering paid solemn tribute to those who lost their lives in the Sadc mission in the DRC (SAMIDRC), describing their sacrifice as embodying the “highest ideals of solidarity, unity and peace.”
Summit also condemned the spread of misinformation about SAMIDRC’s deployment, reiterating that it was conducted in full compliance with regional and international principles to support member states against external aggression.
Other highlights included congratulations to newly elected leaders in Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, and Mauritius, and commendations for Lesotho’s progress in national reforms, leading to its removal from the Organ Troika agenda.
Summit also expressed solidarity with Western Sahara’s quest for self-determination, concern over the Palestinian conflict, and called for the accelerated establishment of the SADC Regional Development Fund.
TikTok personality Prince Ofori, also known as Fante Comedy, has been released from police custody after finally meeting his bail conditions
Fante Comedy was arrested on Tuesday, August 12 on charges related to issuing death threats and publishing false news linked to the August 6 helicopter crash
After his release, Fante Comedy sent a strong warning to UTV media personality Agya Kwabena, whom he accused of orchestrating his arrest
Ghanaian TikTok personality Prince Ofori, popularly known as Fante Comedy, has caused a stir online after he was released on bail.
TikTok personality Fante Comedy blasts Agya Kwabena after his release on bail on Monday, August 18. Image credit: @globalwatch_tv1, @islamicprince.act, @the1957news Source: TikTok
The controversial social media personality was arrested on Tuesday, August 12 along with two others, in connection with comments they made regarding the August 6 helicopter crash near Obuasi.
The crash, involving a Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) Z-9 helicopter, killed eight people, including cabinet ministers Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence, and Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation.
Three Air Force officers – Squadron Leader Peter Anala, Flying Officer Manaen Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah – were also killed.
Fante Comedy and two others arrested
In the aftermath of the crash, numerous NPP-aligned social media users passed unsavoury comments about the tragedy.
Fante Comedy and others were accused of issuing death threats and publishing false news surrounding the crash, leading to their arrest.
On Wednesday, August 13, an Accra Circuit Court granted the accused bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 with three sureties, two of whom must be gainfully employed.
He was also required to surrender his passport to the police until further notice.
Fante Comedy remained in police custody for days after the ruling, ostensibly due to his failure to meet bail conditions.
On Monday, August 18, he was finally released on bail.
He appeared before the Accra Circuit Court and walked out a free man.
The controversial TikTok creator walked out to cheers from other NPP activists, who showered him with appellations.
Some members of the crowd could be heard shouting that he deserves to enter political office for his sacrifice.
The TikTok video of Fante Comedy’s release is below.
After his release, the social media personality shared a message to UTV Ghana host, Agya Kwabena.
After Fante Comedy’s arrest, his supporters blamed the media personality for causing his arrest after he shed light on the problematic nature of the comments being passed by NPP-aligned personalities after the tragedy.
Fante Comedy warned the presenter that he’s back to continue his problematic ways and that he would send him back to Kumasi to sell fried rice.
The TikTok video of Fante Comedy warning Agya Kwabena is below.
National Security arrests Sir Obama
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that NPP activist Sir Obama was arrested by suspected national security operatives.
Akosua Manu, the 2024 parliamentary candidate of the NPP for the Adentan constituency, announced on social media on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 that the suspected operatives broke into Sir Obama’s home around 5 a.m.
She slammed the arrest as crude and called for Sir Obama’s release.
Former President Akufo-Addo and wife Rebecca Akufo-Addo
Since the unfortunate helicopter crash that killed some of the nation’s best on August 6, 2025, I have been grieving in my corner away from the limelight and hullabaloo. My sadness is not for show or hypocritical pomp.
Truly, Murtala, Omane, Sarpong and the other gallant government officials and officers on board were fantastic persons by all standards based on testimonies from near and afar, hence my silence on the various conspiracy theories that have flooded social media authored by some of the worst unknowledgeable weasels across our political divide.
While I grieve, I am thankful to ALLAH for the lives of President John Mahama, Muntaka (ALLAH’s miracle man), and the others who were supposed to be on the doomed flight. It was, really, a very traumatic disaster.
However, it has gotten to the point where I have to make an input, albeit brief. A simple question to ask is why President Nana Akufo-Addo is being insulted and vilified in the most insane manner for something he had no hand in and was not clairvoyant enough to discern! This is such a terrible national calamity that has thrown almost everyone under the Ghanaian sun into a state of mourning; of course, also, on the international stage! So, where did the “akokra bɔne” and other vituperations come from? Most people are blaming Nana Akufo-Addo for various faults.
For example, I read messages on facebook and cringed at the folly of individuals who would otherwise not be labelled as such if they did a bit of research unless they just wanted to ejaculate their hatred for the former president to everyone’s disgust. The post indicated that of the four such helicopters purchased by President Mahama in 2015, only one was operational.
Well, what has that got to do with Nana Akufo-Addo? Did he instruct the military not to service them even though he was using them during his tenure for domestic transport where airfields were not available? How can anyone with the least sense think that way? Ah, well!
Checks on aircrafts are mandatory based on the number of hours flown. Everything is checked; from fuselage to engines to rotors to propellers to rivets to wheels to struts to instruments to the minutest detail. Nothing is left to chance otherwise they cannot be declared airworthy.
It is not like a rickety car that one would pay someone at DVLA some “nokofio” to give a roadworthiness certificate for, a canker that is killing more people on the streets than a civil war would. Air transport is the safest mode of travel by all means.
Ghana’s military is one the finest and most professional in Africa, so any accusation to suggest that it is incompetent is an insult. Ghana’s military pilots are some of the finest ever. I know what I am talking about. In 1993, I was on an orientation flight to Tamale on board Air Link’s F27. I saw the way Wing-Commander Naakobu and his first officer flew that bird.
Even though they could fly the airplane blindfolded, so to speak, they still followed the checklist and observed other rules to the letter with their cool, calm, and collected attitude in spite of the deteriorating weather. Of course, the pilots on the doomed helicopter were no different, so the idea that it was a pilot error is not something that I would consider.
Then, if you mentioned mechanical failure, it could be a plausible scenario except to say that the maintenance team in the military are also some of the finest at all. I had a military helicopter pilot friend at Burma Camp (forgot his name, shame on me) over thirty years ago (retired some 20 years ago), who gave me an insight on their maintenance standards.
Please, do not underrate our gallant military officers. Do not insult the intelligence of these brave soldiers that continue to defend us with their blood, and do not insult the faculty of Ghanaians. Talking ‘rubbish’ on this professional topic is like exposing your nakedness in a jungle for the baboons to laugh at. Besides, if some people think they can write any shameful post and get away with it, I can still tell them that airplanes are not like cars that can be parked on the roadside. Aircrafts of all sorts have inspections based on hours flown to avoid any mayday situation in flight, albeit one that cannot be completely ruled out.
One TK said that the helicopter could only fly VFR. That is outright rubbish. Whoever said that helicopter cannot be flown in IFR conditions? Of course they can. For the purpose of clarification, VFR means “Visual Flight Rules” and IFR means “Instrument Flight Rules”. The former is flight based on normal visibility operation, and the latter is low or zero visibility flight with 100% dependence on instruments. Someone also suggested that the pilot was disoriented, and another said that he had collapsed. If he did lose consciousness, his copilot was just as professional and could have landed safely.
Another person said that the helicopter was flying too low. In aviation, the rule is that the minimum altitude to operate an aircraft over civilian areas is 500’ (500 feet) and since the helicopter in discussion was a military vehicle, we can assume that they kept to this regulation until they approached for landing since no emergency was declared, although they have the right to under certain circumstances. There is no tree that is 500 feet tall, so the idea that the helicopter crashed into a tree is not tenable.
Besides, if an unfortunate passenger called his driver to instruct that his car be brought to Oforikrom and then to a different place did not mean that the pilot was finding an alternative field for emergency landing. If Oforikrom was considered, the pilot would not land there when the Kumasi airport was just next door! I suggest, from the little that I know as an aviator, that there must have been an explosion on board, as said by the “Deputy Majority Chief Whip”! May ALLAH continue to protect President John Dramani Mahama, and all the gallant folks manning this country.
May ALLAH continue to protect President Nana Akufo-Addo from the acerbic tongues that cannot make a sensible statement without vomiting their disgust in public.
Solomon Kwame Asumadu is the NPP parliamentary candidate for Akwatia
The New Patriotic Party, (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Akwatia, Solomon Kwame Asumadu has expressed optimism about winning the upcoming by-election scheduled for September 2, 2025.
In an interview with Adom FM and monitored by GhanaWeb on Monday, August 18, 2025, he stated, “My opponent in the Akwatia by-election will see that I have made a real impact in Akwatia. I aim to win by a large margin, at least a 10,000 vote difference in the election,” he stated.
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The by-election follows the death of the sitting Member of Parliament, Ernest Yaw Kumi, on July 7, 2025.
Kumi’s tenure as MP was marked by legal challenges concerning the legitimacy of his 2024 victory.
The 2024 National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Henry Yiadom Boakye, filed a lawsuit contesting the election results, leading to an interim injunction issued on January 7, 2025, barring Kumi from being sworn in as MP.
NPP grants amnesty to all suspended members
Despite the court order, Kumi presented himself for swearing-in, prompting a Koforidua High Court to convict him of contempt in February 2025 and issue a bench warrant for his arrest.
Kumi appealed the conviction, and in a significant victory, the Supreme Court, by a 4-1 decision, ordered the Koforidua High Court to stay sentencing pending the determination of his appeal.
This ruling allowed Kumi to resume his parliamentary duties fully until his sudden demise.
Solomon Asumadu will be contesting Bernard Bediako of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the by-election.
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Stakeholders captured at the launch of the Ghana Green Cooling Project
The Acting Chief Executive of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Professor Eunice Biritwum, has disclosed that the split air conditioner (AC) sub-sector alone accounts for about 80% of Ghana’s greenhouse gas emissions.
According to her, these emissions stem from the leakage of high global warming potential refrigerants and the high electricity consumption associated with conventional AC units.
Speaking at the launch of the Ghana Green Cooling Project on Monday, August 18, 2025, in partnership with GIZ, Professor Biritwum described the air conditioning sector as a major driver of Ghana’s greenhouse gas emissions, calling for an urgent shift to low-carbon cooling technologies.
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“The air conditioning sector is a substantial contributor to Ghana’s current and future greenhouse gas emissions, primarily through the leakage of high global warming potential refrigerants and the considerable electricity consumption of these units. Indeed, the split AC sub-sector alone accounts for approximately 80% of our national greenhouse gas emissions. This is precisely why the Ghana Green Cooling Project is not just timely but absolutely critical,” she stated.
She added that the agency is on course to transition Ghana’s air conditioning sector toward low-carbon cooling, helping to reduce emissions and prevent harmful environmental impacts.
“We aim to achieve this by accelerating the adoption of highly energy-efficient and climate-friendly green split ACs that utilize ultra-low global warming potential natural refrigerants, especially R-219. This transition presents a monumental opportunity to significantly reduce our emissions and prevent the lock-in of harmful environmental impacts for decades to come,” she added.
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Ghana targets low-carbon transition in cooling sector
The Sustainable Energy and Cluster Coordinator at GIZ, Gunnar Wegner, also noted that Ghana’s refrigeration and air conditioning sector contributes both directly and indirectly to the country’s emissions.
He explained that this has prompted the need for a shift in Ghana’s approach to accelerating carbon reduction. He further announced that the project aims to oversee the installation of 150,000 green split ACs by 2030 to help cut greenhouse gas emissions.
“The programme will hopefully lead to the installation of 150,000 green split ACs by 2030, which would result in significant direct and indirect emission reductions. We are still awaiting final project authorisation from the governments of Switzerland and Ghana, and we would like to thank the Click Foundation for enabling us to incentivize 5,000 ACs in Ghana prior to receiving final project approval,” he said.
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Some trees in the Manhyia Palace decorated with black colours to signify mourning
THE MANHYIA Palace in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, the official seat of the Asante Kingdom, has virtually been painted black to signify deep sorrow and mourning.
According to reports, some vantage parts in the historic palace have been decorated with dark colours, which in the Asante culture portrays a period of extreme grief.
This latest decoration of the palace has been occasioned by the unfortunate demise of Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III, the 14th Asantehemaa, who passed on few days ago.
When the DAILY GUIDE visited the palace on Thursday morning, the paper realised that most of the trees at the palace have been decorated with black cloth.
The paper especially saw that the giant palm trees that lead to the official residence of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in the palace, have been decorated black.
According to information reaching the paper, the decoration of the palace in black colours is part of preparations for the late Queen’s one-week observance, slated for August 21, 2025.
Meanwhile, a memorial service was held for the late Queen at the Asantehemaa’s palace in Manhyia last Thursday, which was exactly the one-week of the Queen’s unfortunate death.
During the mammoth church service, fervent prayers were said for the departed Queen and the Oyoko royal family of Asanteman.
Asantehemaa Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III reigned for eight years after succeeding her late mother, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II, who visited her ancestors in 2016.
Nana Ama Konadu’s reign has been described by many in the Asante kingdom, including the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as very memorable and successful.
A married man, Nathaniel Afful, popularly known as Sofo, and a woman believed to be his girlfriend have lost their lives in a fatal motor accident at Kojokrom in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis of the Western Region.
The tragic incident occurred at Nkansah Junction in Kojokrom when the motorcycle on which they were riding collided head-on with a commercial ‘trotro’ moving from the opposite direction.
Both victims were reported to have sustained severe injuries, leading to their deaths.
Confirming the incident
Ghana is on the cusp of a regulatory overhaul that could place it among Africa’s most forward-looking economies when it comes to digital assets. With the central bank expected to present a crypto licensing framework to parliament in September 2025, the next few weeks will be pivotal not just for Ghana’s fintech future, but for the broader West African region.
The urgency is well placed. According to Chainalysis data, Ghana recorded over $3 billion in crypto activity between July 2023 and June 2024, a staggering figure that underlines both the appetite for digital assets and the risks of operating without a clear legal framework. A robust, well-balanced policy could transform this informal momentum into sustainable economic value in the country, expanding access to capital, improving financial inclusion, and generating new revenue streams for the state.
If passed in, the framework would permit only registered exchanges and wallet providers to operate legally, subject to capital thresholds and anti-money laundering requirements, keeping Ghana off the FATF grey list. It’s a commendable step toward consumer protection and financial stability. However, the usual concerns are beginning to surface, particularly around the enforcement capacity, the ability of local startups to meet stringent licensing conditions, and the risk that an overly rigid approach could push innovation underground. How Licensing Passporting for virtual asset service providers who already have licences in recognised jurisdictions is also yet to be seen, as such a provision is a catalytic game-changer for the African continent.
The current draft is said to offer clarity on how supervision will be carried out and how smaller players and new businesses can be supported. This will be covered by a sandbox model licence, which has been introduced to avoid a divide between large, well-capitalised firms and grassroots fintech innovators. This would also encourage incubation for local stablecoin issuers, which Binance has encouraged local stablecoins to build on its BNB Chain. Larry Cooke, Africa’s Head of Legal at Binance, says “Ghana has an opportunity to showcase to the world and the continent what robust and fair legislation looks like that is supported by stable infrastructure, innovative solutioning, and role modelled leadership”.
There’s precedent to learn from. Global exchanges like Binance have voluntarily implemented Know-Your-Customer (KYC) protocols, user education initiatives, and fraud prevention tools across several African markets. In Kenya, Binance has actively engaged with regulators and the local Virtual Assets Chamber of Commerce during the drafting of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, supporting efforts to improve user protection and financial education. The question now is whether Ghana’s framework will foster similar cooperation or risk deterring it.
This push toward regulation comes amid increased dialogue between the public and private sectors. In recent months, the Bank of Ghana and various stakeholders have held consultations on draft proposals, including a licensing regime for virtual asset service providers. These engagements are widely seen as crucial to shaping legislation that balances investor protection with the need to encourage innovation and enable cross-border trade.
With the central bank expected to present the framework to Parliament in September, sustained collaboration between regulators and industry players will be critical to getting it right.
The opportunity is clear: digital assets can be a powerful lever for economic transformation. Now it’s up to policymakers to match the momentum on the ground, without losing sight of the local realities that could make or break the success of this bold regulatory shift.
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Kwame Asare Mensah is an independent journalist and policy analyst covering digital assets, regulation, and financial inclusion across West Africa. He writes on how innovation and regulation can work together to drive inclusive growth.
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Reverend Musonda Selwyn Trevor Mwamba, Anglican Bishop and leader of Zambia’s oldest political party, UNIP, has urged Africa to return to the visionary politics that fueled independence movements.
Speaking on Ghana’s Asaase Breakfast Show on Monday, the cleric-turned-politician described Ghana as his “second home,” highlighting deep historical ties between the two nations. He recalled how Zambia’s founding fathers, including Kenneth Kaunda, drew inspiration from Ghana’s 1957 independence and the landmark All Africa People’s Conference in Accra.
“Ghana is like the Zambia of West Africa, and Zambia is the Ghana of Southern Africa,” Mwamba observed, emphasizing their shared pioneering roles in Africa’s liberation. Now leading the party that ushered Zambia to independence, he positioned the recent Accra Declaration—adopted at the African Political Parties Summit—as a potential turning point. He distilled three core principles from its ten points: rejecting petty politics for vision-based governance, building institutions that survive leadership changes, and placing national interest above self-serving agendas.
Mwamba warned against Africa’s destructive cycle where new governments dismantle predecessors’ work. “Whichever party comes in, development must continue—it should never be about personalities,” he stressed, citing Zambia’s history. Linking his dual roles, he explained: “I see myself as a bishop of politics—bringing ethical values into governance. Politics, like the church, must uplift people.”
Addressing youth disillusionment, he advocated inclusive systems modeled on traditions like Botswana’s kotla, where all voices are heard. “At independence, Kaunda was 39, his cabinet in their 30s. Africa must again give youth a seat,” he urged. On Pan-Africanism, Mwamba called for transcending colonial linguistic divides: “Kwame Nkrumah’s warning holds true: Ghana’s independence was meaningless unless all Africa was free.”
The UNIP leader concluded with a challenge: “If parties cease to serve the nation, they should cease to exist. Pan-Africanism isn’t nostalgia—it’s a practical roadmap requiring institutions that outlive us.”
You might wonder whether today’s leaders will embrace this call. For Mwamba, the answer hinges on sacrifice: “We must unite to develop the Africa we want.”
I’m a 24-year-old woman on the verge of making the biggest mistake of my life. My dad is begging me to marry a man who is even older than him.
According to my dad, he owes this man and doesn’t think he can pay back the debt. They both invested in a business together, but something unfortunate happened: my dad was duped by someone he doesn’t even know.
It was a huge amount of money involved, and my dad has become a shadow of himself. The man gave him an ultimatum, either he seizes all of my dad’s properties, or I marry him to settle the debt.
Getting married to this man should not even be an option. He is six years older than my dad, how can he even suggest that?
I don’t even like him as a person, let alone love him. We don’t have enough assets for my dad to suggest hiding some and giving him the rest.
My dad owns a three-bedroom house, a company, and two cars. He asked me to use one of the cars, but how will we survive if we give everything to this man? I do some online work like forex trading, but I sometimes run into losses. We can’t rely solely on my income.
The stress from this situation has taken a toll on my dad’s health. His blood pressure has gotten worse. One day, I stepped out to get something in town, and when I returned, my dad was unconscious on the floor. I rushed him to the hospital.
The doctor advised him to rest and eat well. During a random conversation later, he became emotional. When I asked why, he started crying and begged me to grant his wish.
He asked me how I would feel if we lost everything. He told me to think about everything carefully and decide for myself. I could see the sadness and pain in his eyes. The way this man frequently visits our house makes it seem like he is enjoying what’s going on.
I’m starting to think he might know more about the situation than he is letting on.
He brings me gifts and gives me money often. I’ve kept rejecting everything, but my dad begs me to accept. I feel like the man just wants to please me, but I’m not interested in anything to do with him.
The wedding is in a week, and honestly, I don’t know what to do. This is not the future I envisioned for myself.
I want to marry a man I’m in love with, not some older stranger I can’t even imagine being with.
Should I consider my dad’s happiness and marry a man I don’t love? How will I explain to my future children that I married their father out of circumstance? I’m extremely confused and drained. What should I do now?
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A photo of John Jinapor (middle) and members of the Energy Commission board
The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has officially inaugurated the newly reconstituted Board of the Energy Commission.
Highlighting the Commission’s vital role in Ghana’s energy sector, the minister stated that it serves as the principal advisor to the government on power-related issues.
John Jinapor noted that the decisions made by the board will be crucial in building on the Commission’s progress, tackling current challenges, and seizing emerging opportunities within the power sector.
“Ghana is at a pivotal stage, private sector participation in the electricity distribution value chain, the green transition agenda, gas as a transition fuel, implementation of the liquid fuel-to-gas swap, competitive procurement of new generation capacity, standardisation of PPAs, and attracting investment for resilient infrastructure. The Commission is the principal advisor to government on power issues,” he stated.
Jinapor urged board members to be bold, innovative, transparent, and to uphold good governance throughout their tenure.
Responding to the minister’s remarks, Professor John Gatsi, Chairman of the Energy Commission Board, expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for the appointment.
He assured the Minister of the board’s commitment to work diligently and align with the government’s key energy priorities.
Members of the Board are:
Professor John Gartchie Gatsi – Chairman
Ing. Mrs. Eunice A. Biritwum – Acting Executive Secretary
play videoBukom Banku (L) has called on Presdient Mahama (R) for financial aid
Ghanaian boxer, Braimah Kamoko, well known as Bukom Banku, has called on president John Dramani Mahama to support him financially as he is facing some challenges.
He explained that as a father, his responsibility is quite enormous, as he has to foot all the bills of his 13 children, and three of them have completed university.
The former African boxing champion noted that he played an integral role in the 2024 election campaign for the NDC, which he believes deserves to be rewarded through support.
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Speaking on The Real Talk Podcast hosted by Elizabeth Essuman and her panelists, Banku begged president Mahama and other bigwigs in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to recognise his efforts.
“I am begging Mahama, Lordina, and other big people in the NDC. I supported the party to come to power. I have 13 children, and I have been paying school fees. Three of them have finished university; I don’t have a house yet; it’s only land, so I need Mahama to support me,” he said.
The popular boxer further beseeched the president to pardon him if he ever did anything that offended him or the NDC as a party.
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He indicated that he is among the famous personalities who publicly campaigned for the party for quite some time.
“In case I have done anything wrong, I beg Mahama to forgive me. I am the first popular man who came out openly; Atta Mills even knows me, but Mahama is my father,” he added.
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Sow also presents detailed legal pathways that could empower national governments
The premiere of the documentary “Reparations: The Colonial Debt” was held in Bamako to resounding public and media attention.
Produced under the Réveil d’Afrik initiative, the film sheds critical light on one of Africa’s most urgent conversations — the call for reparations from former colonial powers.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker and researcher Ibrahima Sow, the documentary makes a compelling case for reparative justice. It chronicles some of the most egregious colonial-era crimes and examines the continued economic and political pressures exerted on African nations.
Sow also presents detailed legal pathways that could empower national governments to pursue reparations through international frameworks.
The film features perspectives from notable experts across the continent, including Professor Gnaka Lagoke (Pan-African Studies, Côte d’Ivoire), Dr Fode Moussa Sidibé (Malian historian), and Aminata Dramane Traoré (Malian sociologist and writer).
Dr Sidibé asserted that “France has inflicted lasting harm on Mali — seeking reparations is both a right and a responsibility owed to future generations.”
The premiere drew an audience of influential figures — from politicians and academics to members of the judiciary and media.
Among them was Dr Fousseynou Ouattara, Vice-President of the National Defence Commission, who strongly criticised the colonial occupation in Mali, characterising it as exploitative and dehumanising.
In attendance was also Mr. Fousseyni Maiga, Director of the National Film Centre and Mali’s most prolific filmmaker in recent years. Representing the Minister of Culture, he announced that 2025 has been designated as the “Year of Culture” in Mali and emphasised the importance of screening the film in universities to educate students and faculty alike on the historical roots of the reparations movement.
Across the board, both the film’s creators and premiere attendees underscored a shared consensus: that reparations are not only necessary for restoring historical justice but are central to Africa’s path toward dignity and autonomy.
The documentary is scheduled for nationwide broadcast on ORTM and Africable Television, expanding its impact across Mali and the broader African continent.
The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Akwatia by-election, Solomon Asumadu, has responded to critics questioning his educational qualifications, affirming that he is both educated and competent to serve as Member of Parliament.
In an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Asumadu emphasised that education should not be used as a tool for discrimination or ridicule.
“I am glad this question about my education has come up. Sometimes, if you don’t know someone, you may treat them with disdain. I earned my first degree in Human Resource Management from All Nations University, Koforidua, in 2008. After completing my national service at the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), I ventured into business,” he explained.
He dismissed claims that his opponents or other professionals hold an advantage over him.
“Just because someone is a lawyer doesn’t mean they are more educated or speak better English. Education starts long before your first degree. English was a key part of my academic journey, so I am confident in my abilities,” he stressed.
Mr. Asumadu described himself as “educated and learned,” confident in his capacity to represent the people of Akwatia effectively in Parliament.
The Akwatia by-election, set for September 2, 2025, follows the untimely death of sitting MP Ernest Yaw Kumi on July 7, 2025, after a short illness, creating a vacancy in the constituency and setting the stage for a closely contested race between Mr. Asumadu and the NDC’s Bernard Bediako Baidoo.
SUPPORTERS OF the New Patriotic Party (NPP) on social media, particularly TikTok, have descended on Mugabe Maase, a journalist affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for calling on the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Sam Nartey George, to shut down social media.
His call was a result of the recent backlash on TikTok and Facebook by some NPP youth calling out the government to release their members who were arrested for exercising their rights on social media.
In a viral video sighted by BEATWAVES on TikTok, the broadcaster was heard using unprintable words on members of the NPP for calling out the government, saying, “Village NPP members on social media, particularly TikTok and Facebook lamenting unnecessarily. Sam George, we need to stop them.”
Following his statement, supporters of the party called him out for his lack of understanding of Ghana’s freedom of speech.
The video, posted by Morda, has generated over 3156 likes and 370 messages, calling out Mugabe Maase to retract his statement against party supporters.
Morda stated that they will call out the NDC government whenever they feel like it, as they did during the Nana Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration.
Some of the comments under the post read, “Diosityman, I don’t know why I love Morda. Morda is doing the Lord’s work. Before the 2016 election, this Mugabe guy sat on Montie FM and insulted everyone in the NPP. Morda keeps burning. I love you and I will continue to love you for the good work you have been doing.”
Gabby1 stated, “You are part of those who insulted the NPP during their time, now you will get the same till 2028. Next time, NDC will do ‘decent dressing’ in Ghana.”
Meanwhile, Spokesperson to the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, in an earlier interview, called on supporters on social media to desist from parading ‘uncouth’ insults on government officials and wishing them dead, saying, “It is not Ghanaian to wish some officials of the NDC death because they did the same to us during our tenure.”
Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated GH¢500,000 to the newly established Children Support Fund, set up to provide financial assistance to the children of the victims who died in the recent helicopter crash near Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region.
The announcement was made by President John Dramani Mahama during the State Funeral on August 15, 2025, held in honour of the eight gallant men who lost their lives in the line of service to the nation.
In a statement signed by the bank’s Chief Executive, Kwamina Asomaning, the bank expressed condolences to the bereaved families, especially children who have lost their parents.
“In the wake of the heartbreaking helicopter crash that claimed the lives of dedicated servicemen, our hearts go out to the families left behind, especially the children who now face life without their parents,” Mr. Asomaning said.
The Chief Executive added that the contribution was not only intended to offer financial relief but also to send a message of solidarity.
“We hope this contribution will serve not only as financial support, but as a message of hope, that these children are not alone, and that Ghana stands with them,” he said.
Stanbic Bank also commended the President for initiating the Fund and pledged continued collaboration to ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to thrive.
On August 6, 2025, Ghana was thrown into a state of national mourning when a military helicopter carrying top government officials and crew members went off radar en route to Obuasi and tragically crashed in the Adansi Akrofuom district of the Ashanti Region, claiming eight lives.
Anloga (V/R), Aug. 18, GNA – A total of 1,284 candidates are sitting for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in the Anloga District of the Volta Region.
The candidates were drawn from three Senior High Schools in the district.
Anlo Secondary School (ANSECO) presented the highest number of candidates with 660, made up of 298 males and 362 females. Zion College (ZICO), Anloga, followed with 589 candidates, while Volta Senior High School (VOLTASCO), Agbledomi, registered 35 candidates, consisting of 11 males and 24 females.
Mr. Godknows Agbakpe, the District Examination Officer, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that adequate preparations had been made for a smooth and credible examination. He assured parents and guardians that strict supervision and security measures were in place to curb malpractices by both candidates and invigilators.
Some candidates from ANSECO and ZICO expressed confidence in their readiness. “We have learnt what we are supposed to learn and believe we shall come out with flying colours,” one student remarked.
Nationwide, a total of 461,640 final-year Senior High School students are participating in the 2025 WASSCE. The figure comprises 207,381 males and 254,259 females across all regions of the country.
The examination is expected to end on September 24, 2025.
TELEVISION PERSONALITY, Giovani Caleb, has commended the organisers of the state funeral for the helicopter victims, held last Friday at Black Star Square in Accra.
The renowned personality took to his Facebook page to commend officials of the presidency for their diligence and attention to detail, making the event one of the best and well-coordinated events ever held in the country.
He wrote, “Strong production and precise execution. I appreciate the camera brains behind the State funeral as Ghana mourns. # RIP to the departed souls.”
The state funeral has received many favourable reviews from attendees, including families of the victims.
This great production follows an earlier directive by Deputy Chief of Staff Stan Dogbe, admonishing members of the media and all accredited personnel to uphold decorum and refrain from disruptive behaviour, particularly the chasing of mourners.
Addressing the media on preparations and guidelines ahead of the event, Mr. Dogbe appealed for restraint from media practitioners, particularly those who will be granted access to the inner perimeter.
His warning was clear: “Do not disrupt proceedings by chasing mourners with phones and monopods. We expect that we will all comport ourselves, we will respect the guidelines.”
The government has announced that it would soon commence the third phase of the Appiatse reconstruction project.
This follows the accumulation of about GH¢112 million in the Appiatse Support Fund.
According to the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, government intends to use about GH¢52 million out of the accumulated amount for the Phase Three project.
The minister made this known when he visited Appiatse in the Western Region to access the Phase One and Two reconstruction projects.
“We identified some structural defects with the Phase One project. But now we are shifting our attention to the Phase Three.
“However, we will explore ways to address the defects with the Phase One project,” he stressed.
He mentioned that government would prioritise some concerns raised, including the need for recreational and health centres, as well as supporting those who lost their livelihoods in the incident with some economic activities.
He assured that government is committed to completing the Phase Three project and providing care for those who got injured during the incident.
The minister said his outfit would collaborate with other stakeholders to utilise the funds to complete outstanding works, adding that 60 million cedis has already been spent on Phases One and Two.
Meanwhile, some of the residents have lamented that there is no proper drainage system, and that when it rains, water seeps into the walls, causing damage.
Secretary to the Phase Three beneficiaries, Joseph Abu, has therefore called for an improved design and execution of the Phase Three project. He appealed to the reconstruction committee to involve them in the project.
“Considering the challenges faced by those living in the completed projects, we believe the new buildings should be an improvement over the initial ones.
“We thank the people of Ghana and kindly appeal for continuous support for the victims,” he noted.
It would be recalled that on January 20, 2022, a large blast occurred at Appiatse, a community near Bogoso in the Western Region, which destroyed the whole area.
The then New Patriotic Party (NPP) government launched the endowment fund to help in rebuilding the community, as well as the rehabilitation of persons affected by the explosion.
The Director of Legal Affairs for the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to resolve its internal issues to become a formidable opposition to the government.
He indicates that the NPP’s current top-bottom approach to electing leadership for the party could lead to its collapse, which would not augur well for Ghana’s democracy.
GHANA’S U-20 women’s national team, the Black Princesses, have named a 30-player squad as preparations intensify for their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Tunisia in September.
The team will open camp on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The training camp is designed to assess the players’ skills, strengthen team cohesion, and sharpen tactics ahead of the crucial tie.
The squad features a blend of home-based talents and foreign-based players, with notable inclusions such as Stanford University defender Alexandra Emefa Tay and Scrosoppi FC forward Sania Sereboe. Both players are expected to bring international experience and versatility to the side.
Among the home-based stars called up are Ampem Darkoa Ladies’ prolific forward Mary Amponsah, Hasaacas Ladies defender Rubby Osei, and Tamale Super Ladies goalkeeper Asana Osman.
The camping period will allow head coach Yusif Basigi and his technical team to evaluate individual performances, build team chemistry, and finalise strategies for the qualifier.
Goalkeepers:
Grace Andon (Soccer Intellectuals), Asana Osman (Northern Ladies FC), Najat Salam (Tamale Super Ladies), Aishetu Awinimi Fatao (Ampem Darkoa Ladies)
Andrew Appiah Danquah is a private legal expert and spokesperson for the Movement for Change
Private legal expert and spokesperson for the Movement for Change, Andrew Appiah Danquah, has made it clear that he would not return to the New Patriotic Party, (NPP) because the party has lost its morale and political credibility.
Speaking on TV3 NewDay and monitored by GhanaWeb on Monday, August 18, 2025, he dismissed suggestions of his possible return to the party, stressing that the party has lost touch with its core values.
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According to him, many Ghanaians who once identified with the party have become disillusioned.
“People aggregate around a party when they find some values they resonate with. When Nana Addo managed to alter the DNA, he changed the soul of the NPP. How can I go to a party that has become reprobate? How can I enter a house that is filled with familiar spirits? sic…
“My worst enemy would not advise me to enter a house that’s full of familiar spirits. The NPP is a party full of familiar spirits. Listen, to the millions of Ghanaians who have been displaced, who cannot stay in the house because of the familiar spirits there. I have good news for you, there is a new party for you,” he stated.
The NPP has granted a general amnesty to all members of the party who have been suspended or are facing disciplinary proceedings, as part of efforts to foster unity and reconciliation within the party.
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In an August 16, 2025, statement signed by the acting National Chairman, Danquah Smith Buttey, it said the decision was taken at an Emergency National Council meeting held on Friday, July 25, 2025.
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Ghana International Bank (GHIB) has entered into a strategic collaboration with Vista Bank Group to improve access to global trade finance and correspondent banking services for clients across West Africa.
The agreement was announced at the CNVERGE ’25 conference in London on August 11, and formalised through a signing ceremony positioning GHIB as the primary correspondent banking partner for Vista Bank’s operations in Gambia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso and Guinea.
Under the partnership, GHIB will leverage its long-standing international banking relationships to provide Vista Bank’s clients—particularly small and medium enterprises—with access to trade finance, cross-border payments and international credit lines.
“This partnership represents a tangible expression of our commitment to be Africa’s bridge to international finance and correspondent banking,” GHIB Chief Executive Officer, Dean Adansi, said at the event. “We provide African Banking Groups like Vista the critical access for funding, international trade finance and global payments that allows for expansion and growth. We have kept faith in providing this access to Africa since 1959, and are honoured to now deliver the same to the Vista Group.”
Vista Bank Group operates as a pan-African financial services organisation, with a focus on SME banking, trade finance, leasing services and bancassurance. Its Managing Director in France, Serge Raymond, described the partnership as transformative.
“Ghana International Bank has become our gateway to the global financial system. Where other international banks have been unable to provide the access we need, GHIB has demonstrated genuine commitment to African development through practical banking solutions,” he said. “This partnership enables us to serve the backbone of African economies—the SMEs in Banjul, Dakar, Freetown, Ouagadougou, and Conakry—with world-class trade finance capabilities.”
The initiative is designed to close critical gaps in African trade finance, where regional banks have often struggled to secure international correspondent services. Through GHIB’s “TradeBridge” framework, Vista Bank’s clients will gain access to letters of credit, trade guarantees, foreign exchange services and international payment processing.
Mr Adansi stressed that the collaboration symbolises the bank’s pan-African vision. “At GHIB, we recognise no artificial divisions within Africa. This partnership with Vista Bank Group demonstrates that African financial institutions can collaborate effectively across linguistic and cultural boundaries to create sophisticated banking solutions that serve our continent’s development priorities.”
The agreement also aligns with GHIB’s broader continental strategy to promote financial integration across Africa, building on its existing presence in Ghana, Gambia and Guinea.
Both institutions expect the partnership to significantly strengthen trade finance across the region, boost intra-African trade and support the objectives of financial inclusion and economic integration.
The announcement was made during CNVERGE ’25, GHIB’s flagship thought-leadership conference, which this year focused on “Rethinking Commodity Finance for Growth.”
Ghana FA Cup winners, Asante Kotoko has scheduled two friendly fixtures today, Monday 18th August 2025 at Cape Coast stadium.
The Porcupine Warriors will battle with Venomous Vipers FC in a club friendly this afternoon at 15:00GMT and later face Ebusua Dwarfs at 16:00GMT at Cape Coast Sports Stadium.
The Reds on Saturday played against Neat Soccer Academy and Black Emancipation winning 2-0 and 2-1 respectively in a similar friendly game in Cape Coast.
Karim Zito has paraded strong XI against Venomous Vipers, Mohammed Camara will occupy the goal posts this afternoon. Henry Ansu, Captain Samba O’niel, Shayibu Abubakar, Patrick Asiedu will take in charge of the defence.
Seth Kwadwo, Hilary Adabo, Emmanuel Antwi will control the midfield for the porcupines whilst Kwame Opoku, Saaka Dauda and Albert Amoah will lead the front line this afternoon.
He enlists producer Kantiqle to channel his pain into power through lyrical depth
After several months away from the spotlight, Maxzy reemerges with a pensive new single titled ‘Angels in the Sky.’
This powerful release is a testament to resilience and the silent struggles of those who have walked through fire–an anthem for anyone who has overcome adversity.
Raw, poetic, and uplifting–three words that best describe Maxzy’s latest release. He enlists producer Kantiqle to channel his pain into power through lyrical depth.
Together, they create a sonic soundscape that mirrors the crooner’s rugged journey to success, confidently guiding listeners through the dark alleys of hardship before plunging into the furnace of his inner battles.
Inspired by his upbringing in the slums, ‘Angels in the Sky’ is an ode to Maxzy’s unshakable spirit. But more so, it is a nod to the unseen forces that carry us through– whether divine, ancestral, or rooted in the unshakable belief that we are meant for more.
Each verse radiates resolve, gently revealing a soul refined by purpose. It’s a vivid reflection of the pain we all carry from a chaotic past.
According to the star, ‘Angels in the Sky’ captures his growth over the years. “If you’ve ever had to fight twice as hard for the life you have, this song is for you. It’s for anyone who wakes up to adversity but still dares to dream. Every challenge I faced, every loss I suffered, and every door that closed on me sparked a flame within. This is your timely reminder that your struggles can shape you into something greater. Don’t stop pushing!”
To Maxzy, ‘Angels in the Sky’ is more than a song–it’s the testimony of a child who refused to be defined by the circumstances of the ghetto. It is a release from the soul–a soul that walked through the fire and came out gleaming with endless potential.
Angels in the Sky’ is available on all digital streaming platforms globally
The conference was launched in 2023 by the Samira Empowerment and Humanitarian Projects (SEHP)
Africa’s leading platform for youth and women in climate leadership, the Africa Women and Children Conference (AFRIWOCC), will return for its second edition on October 6–7, 2025, at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, spotlighting youth-led climate action, women’s leadership, and inclusive policy development across Africa.
Held under the theme “Young Voices, Innovative Ideas, Greater Impact for Africa,” the 2025 conference seeks to build on the resounding success of its inaugural edition in 2023 and is expected to convene over 500 delegates from government institutions, civil society, climate organisations, academic institutions, development partners, and grassroots movements from across the African continent and the diaspora.
Launched in 2023 by the Samira Empowerment and Humanitarian Projects (SEHP), AFRIWOCC has swiftly evolved from a high-level policy forum into a year-round action platform, recognised for its people-centred, Africa-first approach to climate leadership.
The maiden edition, themed “Amplifying the Voices of Women and Children in Climate Action” brought together influential figures including: Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Former President of Ghana; Samira Bawumia, former Second Lady of Ghana; Monica Geingos, First Lady of Namibia.
Others include Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank; Representatives from UN Women, UNECA, the African Union Commission, ECOWAS, and major philanthropic and private sector players.
The event concluded with the adoption of a six-point communique that set the tone for gender-responsive and youth-inclusive climate policy, adaptation financing, and community resilience strategies.
Since then, AFRIWOCC has gained widespread continental recognition as a convening force for mobilising equitable climate solutions that work for women, children, and vulnerable communities.
AFRIWOCC 2025:
While Africa contributes just under 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, it remains the most vulnerable continent to the impacts of climate change. Floods, desertification, rising sea levels, and prolonged droughts continue to threaten food systems, economic security, and community cohesion, particularly affecting women and children.
In Ghana, flash floods and coastal erosion have displaced thousands in parts of the Volta, Northern, and Western regions, while erratic rainfall patterns are compromising agricultural livelihoods.
AFRIWOCC 2025 is therefore, expected to serve as both a policy platform and an incubator for ideas that translate into action, particularly with the focus on youth leadership.
“Africa’s young population is both the most affected by climate change and the most capable of addressing it through innovation, political courage, and community-led models”, they assert.
Key features of AFRIWOCC 2025 will include:
1. panels on climate financing, African COP strategies, and intergenerational policy development
2. Climate impact showcases featuring innovations from youth and women across the continent
3. Thematic workshops on early childhood vulnerability, adolescent health and climate risk, green jobs, and gender-smart infrastructure
4. A high-level AFRIWOCC Pledge Board, inviting commitments to inclusive climate action
5. a concert
A Call to Action
AFRIWOCC 2025 is open to the following categories of people:
1. African youth climate leaders, entrepreneurs and academics
2. Policy and government officials at all levels
3. Environmental organisations, CSOs, and grassroots leaders
4. Private sector actors, foundations, and investors
5. Development partners and international climate advocates
Interested participants can register at www.afriwocc.org. The AFRIWOCC Secretariat is also accepting proposals for partnership exhibitions, research papers, and sponsorships.
About AFRIWOCC
The Africa Women and Children Conference (AFRIWOCC) is a pan-African platform focused on elevating women and children as central actors in climate policy, sustainable development, and systems transformation.
Initiated in 2023, AFRIWOCC convenes biennial conferences, regional programmes, and collaborative interventions across Africa to build inclusive, resilient climate ecosystems.
Acting CEO of GNPC, Kwame Amoah & CEO of Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle signed the deal
The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) and the Petroleum Commission (PC) have signed a Promotion, Marketing and Revenue-Sharing Agreement covering all data acquired under GNPC’s Reconnaissance License on the Voltaian Basin Project.
The agreement, formalised at a brief ceremony at GNPC’s Training Centre on Mankata Avenue, Accra, provides a framework for the joint promotion and marketing of 2D seismic and geochemical data collected by GNPC. It also outlines modalities for revenue sharing from future data licensing activities.
The signing of this agreement underscores the commitment of GNPC and PC to accelerating upstream investment in Ghana’s onshore sedimentary basin, while ensuring value creation and fair benefit-sharing from national data resources.
The Acting Chief Executive Officer of GNPC, Kwame Ntow Amoah, who signed on behalf of GNPC, said the agreement marks “a significant step forward in maximizing the value of Ghana’s data assets while ensuring transparency and collaboration between the National Oil Company and the Regulator.”
He called on all stakeholders to stay the course, reset where necessary, and unlock the full potential of the Voltaian Basin Project for the benefit of the country.
“This project is a lifeline. With the right investment and commitment, we can replicate the success of Ghana’s offshore sector right here onshore and lead this development on our own terms,” he added.
On her part, Emeafa Hardcastle, CEO of the Petroleum Commission, welcomed the agreement as both timely and forward-looking, describing the partnership as “a demonstration of both institutions’ commitment to advancing Ghana’s upstream agenda.”
“This agreement couldn’t have come at a better time. We will continue to collaborate and strategise to ensure smooth, seamless progress for our industry,” she said.
She also expressed appreciation to GNPC for its sustained collaboration and assured the Corporation of the Commission’s full support in marketing Ghana’s resources to deliver maximum shared benefits for all.
The Voltaian Basin Project is GNPC’s flagship onshore initiative, aimed at unlocking Ghana’s untapped hydrocarbon potential in the country’s inland sedimentary basin.
Players and technical team of All Nice Football Club
All Nice Football Club won silver after placing second in the 4th edition of the Greater Accra Regional Football Association (GARFA) KGL U17 Championship held at the Teshie McDan Sports Complex on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
The Ashaiman-based team suffered a 3-0 defeat to Amasaman’s Siano SC in the final with all goals scored in the second half.
Prior to their participation, All Nice were crowned Ashaiman District Champions, having won 9 out of 13 matches with a defeat and 3 stalemates, before seeing off Revelations FC in a 5-4 win via penalties after a pulsating 2-2 in the playoffs.
In their quest to battle for supremacy, the event brought together winners from various districts within the Greater Accra Region with Barca Kids representing Accra West, Siano SC from Ga West, Munnik FC from Ga East and All Nice representing Ashaiman all advancing to the semis.
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In the first semi-final clash, All Nice secured a spot in the last two after beating Munnik FC 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw, while Siano SC booked their place in the final with a resounding 2-0 victory over Barca Kids.
It was an end to end action in the first 45 minutes, but Siano SC showed more resilience and registered three unanswered goals in the second period to emerge Champions.
Speaking after the game, Head Coach, Philip Baffoe applauded his players for their performance and promised to come back stronger in the next edition.
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Siano SC received a trophy, with a set of jersey and a cash prize of GH¢10,000 cedis from the Greater Accra Football Association, while All Nice were presented with silver medals.
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In an increasingly complex political landscape, Sudan has become a stage for intersecting international and domestic statements that reflect the deep division over the direction of the war and the future of power.
While the UN Security Council pushes for a ceasefire and create a political environment leading to an elected civilian government, the Sudanese military government responds by endorsing these calls while rejecting any unilateral steps by its rivals Rapid Support Forces (RSF)who have created a parallel ‘peace government’.
Meanwhile, the Sudan Foundation Alliance (Tasis), the movement led by RSF, presents an alternative vision, considering the so-called Peace Government a guarantor of the country’s unity, not a threat to it.
These divergent positions reveal that the crisis is no longer merely an armed conflict, but a battle over the legitimacy of governance and the very definition of ‘Sudan’s unity’.
In its statement, the UN Security Council stressed that the priority in Sudan is to resume talks between the parties to reach a permanent ceasefire and to create the conditions for a comprehensive political solution leading to a democratically elected national government following a civilian-led transitional period.
It emphasised that any unilateral steps—such as the declaration of a parallel authority in areas controlled by the RSF—pose a direct threat to Sudan’s unity and territorial integrity, and risk fuelling the conflict and worsening an already dire humanitarian situation.
The Council called on all parties to the conflict to protect civilians, abide by international humanitarian law, and honour their commitments under the Jeddah Declaration. It also stressed the need to hold those responsible for grave violations to account.
Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the UN Security Council’s statement, describing its rejection of the Al-Daglo militias’ declaration of a parallel government as confirmation of the international community’s commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty and unity
. It noted that the Council recalled its previous resolution demanding that the militia lift its siege on El Fasher, cease hostilities, and allow unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid.
The ministry also praised the Council’s clear condemnation of what it described as the ‘terrorist militia’ and its political alliance, noting that the UN position aligns with previous statements from regional and international organisations and friendly international partners.
For its part, the Sudan Foundation Alliance (TASIS) responded to the UN Security Council’s statement by affirming that Sudan’s unity and the interests of its people are non-negotiable principles.
It asserted that declaring the ‘Peace Government’ represents a guarantee of the country’s stability and unity in the face of what it described as the ‘racist regime in Port Sudan’ that ignited the war and thwarted previous peace initiatives.
The alliance stated that its goal is to end the war and build a secular democratic state founded on freedom, justice, and equal citizenship.
It stressed its commitment to achieving comprehensive peace that addresses the root causes of conflict, with the participation of all parts of the population in shaping the country’s future.
It affirmed that negotiation is the path to ending the war, but not in the same way as past rounds, which it said were ‘sabotaged by the Muslim Brotherhood and the dissolved National Congress Party’.
Regarding the city of El Fasher, the Alliance noted that it had opened humanitarian corridors and evacuated more than 800,000 civilians to safe areas, despite what it described as attempts by the Port Sudan regime and its allies to obstruct these efforts and use civilians as ‘human shields’.
It also stressed that the legitimacy of the ‘Peace Government’ derives from popular will and the support of large sectors of Sudanese people who have been deprived of their constitutional rights by the Port Sudan authority.
Elon Musk has fallen behind Wallace & Gromit in this generation’s space race (Picture: AFP via Getty Images)
How do you follow up capturing the hearts of the nation with a new Wallace & Gromit film?
For Ben Whitehead, who took over the role of Wallace from late legend Peter Sallis, he’s gone in an entirely different direction – playing Elon Musk on stage.
The actor can currently be seen in David Morley’s Elon Musk: Lost In Space, which runs until Saturday during the Edinburgh Fringe at the Grand Theatre at theSpace @ Surgeons’ Hall.
Speaking exclusively to Metro, Ben pointed out while there are some similarities between Wallace and Elon, the beloved inventor has the upper hand.
‘He’s got much more experience of going to space than Elon Musk, he made it to another planet,’ he quipped. ‘Come on! He’s doing much better.’
As well as flying to the Moon in A Grand Day Out, Wallace and Gromit also landed on Mars in 2023 VR game The Grand Getaway – so how can Elon catch up?
‘[Elon] has a dog, but I think he needs a Gromit,’ he pondered. ‘There’s only one, and Wallace isn’t gonna let it go!’
The similarities largely end at space travel ambitions (Wallace was more focused on literal cheese than money), and Ben admitted he had some reservations about playing the billionaire.
‘Musk wasn’t even on my radar until about a year ago when he started interfering in European politics,’ he pointed out. ‘I [didn’t] know if I can do it. And I think when you when you sort of say that to yourself, you’ve got to find out!’
The 70-minute show – which also stars Sarah Lawrie as Elon’s spaceship AI, M-UTHA – is described as a ‘darkly comic sci-fi satire’ as the richest man in the world hops aboard one of his own ships.
Wallace went to the moon in 1989’s A Grand Day Out (Picture: Aardman Animations)
Ben Whitehead and Sarah Lawrie both star in Elon Musk Lost In Space (Picture: Lewis Marchant)
He gets a call from President Donald Trump (also voiced by Ben) which ‘sends his mission, as well as his mind, spiralling off-course’.
The Wallace & Gromit star admitted he had to create an alternate version of the characters in the show rather than just doing a spot-on impression.
‘You can’t do that for an hour on stage. The audience will be asleep,’ he explained. ‘It’s a playful version of Elon Musk, who’s imagining himself as Captain Kirk, Buzz Lightyear, out in space.’
He also had to find the right way to tackle such a divisive and controversial figure.
The Edinburgh show is running for a few more days (Picture: Elon Musk: Lost In Space)
The play explores a fictionalised version of Elon Musk lost in one of his own spaceships (Picture: AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
”There’s never been anyone like him, as far as billionaires are concerned, so much in the public eye. But he also does things that, you know, you think, well, that’s quite that’s altruistic,’ he argued.
‘You really wanted to build a car that doesn’t run on fossil fuels, because we’re gonna have to have vehicles that can’t run petrol? There’s something commendable about that.’
When it comes to the controversy around the SpaceX founder – environmentalist groups have been putting stickers on the show’s posters at the Fringe – the actor doesn’t dwell on it.
It’s a world away from Ben’s work as Wallace (Picture: Lewis Marchant)
The show has been described as a ‘darkly comic sci-fi satire’ (Picture: Lewis Marchant)
‘It’s a comedy. How are we going to make this funny? That’s the priority,’ he explained.
‘[But] there’s definitely controversy with a character like this, who courts it so much and makes these bizarre statements and claims, and is unbelievably wealthy. Do we need billionaires in the world? There’s a lot of questions to be answered, at least to us.’
Ben’s thrived in a role allowing him to ‘chew the scenery’ and deliver an ‘over the top’, physical performance, having spent a lot of time on his own in a recording booth for 2024’s Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl.
There was also scope for improv in rehearsals for the play, although he was ‘positively encouraged’ to ad lib during Wallace & Gromit recordings.
Fans want more Wallace and Gromit after Vengeance Most Fowl (Picture: Netflix/AP)
Ben has loved his work with Aardman (Picture: BBC/Aardman Animations/Richard Davies/Stuart Collis)
‘I’m fairly sure none of the ad lib, improvised stuff actually ended up in the film, which is just testament to the great script,’ he admitted. ‘I’m careful what I say in the booth as well. I’ll just always go off on one and see where it heads. But we don’t make that public!’
There’s an elephant in the room, after the huge success of Vengeance Most Fowl and an enduring appetite for all things Wallace and Gromit.
‘Have you heard anything? No one’s told me anything,’ Ben joked about the future of the franchise, while suggesting there’s nothing on the immediate horizon.
‘It would be fantastic to work on another Wallace and Gromit,’ he said. ‘The film was so good, so it would be brilliant, but you can’t rush these guys to make a film. We’ll see what happens.’
In the meantime, he’s enjoying his work as a ‘jobbing actor’ (Picture: Lewis Marchant)
As the dust settles, Ben has continued to work in theatre and while he’s no stranger at the Fringe, Lost In Space marks his first official job at the festival.
‘[After Vengeance Most Fowl], I suppose you think, “Well, maybe someone else will give me a job now doing something. This is my first job at the Edinburgh Fringe. So it has happened,’ he chucked.
However, he argued that any level of success doesn’t guarantee regular work, especially in the arts – and Ben’s open to whatever opportunities come his way.
‘I don’t just expect to get work. Doesn’t matter who you are, you know, what you’ve done, you’ve still got to keep plugging away,’ he said. ‘I’d love to maybe come back [to the Fringe] next year, with, with my own show, and see how that goes down.’
Deputy National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alhaji Kamal-Deen Abdulai, has called on the government to urgently resolve the compensation issues delaying the rehabilitation of the Pokuase–Nsawam road by paying contractors to return to the site.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Monday, August 18, Alhaji Kamal-Deen stressed that the matter requires urgent attention and should not be reduced to partisan debate.
“If the compensation is the issue, Ato Forson, you are listening. You have given GH¢4 billion to the Road Ministry; instruct them out of the money to pay the contractors GH¢300 million and let them go back to the site. This is a straightforward matter. Let us tackle it head-on and once and for all. Let us, with all respect, take politics out of it and look at technical issues,” he said.
His remarks follow a strike threat from the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) over the poor state of the Pokuase–Nsawam stretch. The union says the road has become a death trap, causing delays and accidents, and is demanding urgent repairs.
On Saturday, August 16, the union’s National Deputy Public Relations Officer, Samuel Amoah, told Channel One Newsroom that the strike would only be called off if contractors resume work on the road.
Mr. Amoah explained that the union had given the government a one-week ultimatum, which expires on Wednesday, August 20.
Meanwhile, Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has disclosed that the government owes road contractors an estimated GH₵21 billion in arrears. However, the current administration is set to settle GH₵4 billion of the GH₵21 billion to enable contractors to return to the site and resume work.
The city of British Accra, known as Jamestown, came alive as thousands trooped in to observe this year’s MTN MoMo Festival, which took place at Bukom Square last Saturday.
The festival, which was organised to commemorate the Homowo festival, had an array of music icons gracing the stage and treating patrons to jaw-dropping performances.
According to MTN, this event was organised to show their gratitude and support to the Ga people for trusting their network over the years, thereby reaffirming unwavering commitment to their development and well-being.
King Jerry, also known as Wulomo, treated patrons to some of his popular songs, including ‘Sankofa’, ‘Obaa Gbo Shi’, and ‘Shirka Tsofani’, among others.
Some artistes who were billed on the night include Mr. Drew, OlivetheBoy, and Fameye, while DJ Lord OTB and DJ Juicy were the official DJs for the night.
Attendees who spoke to BEATWAVES expressed their gratitude to the telecommunications network for their thoughtful support in making this year’s celebration memorable.
From January 2027, banks and regulated financial institutions with non-performing loan (NPL) ratios above 10% will be barred from paying dividends to shareholders and bonuses to staff.
This is under a new directive from the Bank of Ghana.
The central bank said lenders with NPLs between 10% and 15% will be given a two-year window to clean up their loan books before sanctions take effect.
Institutions with NPLs at 15% or higher, however, will face immediate restrictions covering dividend payments, staff incentives and expansion of loan portfolios.
For microfinance institutions, a stricter threshold of 5% has been set.
The measure is to enforce stronger credit risk management, protect depositors and improve asset quality in the financial sector.
The new rules mean shareholders of weaker banks should not expect dividend distributions, while staff bonuses will be curtailed if bad loans remain elevated.
Customers may also face tighter credit access as lenders act to avoid breaching the threshold.
With 16 months to comply, banks and other financial institutions have a limited window to restructure bad assets or risk losing the ability to reward investors and employees.
According to a report by Nigerian Tribune On Monday, August 18, 2025, Popular Nigerian streamer, Habeeb “Peller” Hazmat, has revealed how his partner, Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, widely known as Jarvis, played a pivotal role in his rise to fame by supporting him financially during his early struggles.
Peller made this revelation during a recent livestream session with Nigerian socialite and music promoter, Cubana Chief Priest, where he detailed the extent of Jarvis’s support before his career breakthrough.
According to him, while he was still earning modestly from his TikTok activities, Jarvis was already making millions and chose to share a substantial part of her income with him.
“Jarvis first made me blow. She showed me love. At that time, on TikTok, she was always earning a lot of money. While I might have seen like N100K, Jarvis was seeing like N5M. From that N5M, she would send me about N2.5M to help me grow,” Peller disclosed.
He emphasized that her generosity and belief in his potential provided the foundation that allowed him to grow his craft and eventually attain recognition in the streaming space.
The streamer credited her sacrifices as a major factor in his success story, noting that she was consistent in her support even when his own income was insignificant compared to hers.
The revelation has since sparked widespread debate among fans and social media users.
While many praised Jarvis for standing by Peller during his early struggles and investing in his growth, others expressed skepticism over the accuracy of his claims, questioning whether such consistent financial support could have been sustainable.
The Executive Secretary of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), Beauty Emefa Nartey, has urged journalists to take keen interest in thoroughly following up on the Auditor-General’s Reports to promote accountability, transparency, and the protection of public resources.
She noted that the Auditor-General’s Reports provide a rich source of evidence on how public funds are managed, yet they often receive limited follow-up by the media after their release.
Mrs Nartey warned that without consistent media scrutiny, many infractions highlighted in the reports risk being ignored, allowing perpetrators of financial malfeasance to go unpunished.
Training
She made these remarks at the opening of a two-day training workshop on the 2024 Auditor-General’s Reports for selected journalists from across Northern Ghana on Monday.
Organised by the GACC in collaboration with the Ghana Audit Service, the workshop sought to strengthen journalists’ understanding of the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report and equip them with practical skills for investigative follow-ups on the findings and recommendations.
The training formed part of the “Building Evidence for Increased Accountability in Ghana through a Multistakeholder Accountability Initiative” project, funded by the Hewlett Foundation.
Less attention
In her address, Mrs Nartey observed that very little of the content of Auditor-General’s Reports was covered in the media, despite the critical role the reports played in exposing corruption and irregularities in the use of public funds.
She said journalists needed to break down the complex reports into simplified information that the public could easily understand.
According to her, doing so would not only raise awareness but also put pressure on duty bearers to implement corrective measures.
“The Auditor-General’s Reports are not just documents to be shelved. They are accountability tools. Journalists must see themselves as the bridge between the technical content and the ordinary citizen, and use their platforms to expose corruption and demand accountability,” she stressed.
She further urged the media to move beyond event reporting to investigative journalism that follows through on the recommendations of the Auditor-General to determine whether responsible agencies take action.
Collaboration
For his part, an Assistant Director of Audit at the Ghana Audit Service, Fredrick Lokko, explained that the Service plays a constitutional role in ensuring financial discipline across public institutions.
He added that the Service’s mandate includes not only auditing government accounts but also recommending corrective actions. However, he emphasised that effective collaboration with the media was necessary to ensure that audit findings reach the public domain and translate into real accountability.
Dancehall musician, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, has once again expressed dissatisfaction with the current political system in Ghana.
In a post on X on August 17, 2025, Shatta Wale noted that it is time for the youth in the country to form their own political party.
He explained that the current political parties in Ghana are dominated by an older generation, adding that they have failed to understand the plight of the younger generation and the advice they offer.
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“I think we need to form our own political party because these oldies are not ready to listen to us in this new world we living in,” he said.
Shatta Wale added that technology is currently taking over the world; therefore, a crop of new leaders dominated by youths will improve the Ghanaian economy.
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“Technology is at its peak, and we still living in the past world with the mindsets we had. Until we stand up as youths with a leader, there is no way our economy will improve,” he added.
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Accra, Aug. 18, GNA – Twenty Ghanaian agribusinesses have received US$10,000 each from the Tullow AgriVentures Programme to scale their operations and create employment opportunities within the agriculture value chain.
The successful businesses won the 2025 Growth Stage Pitch competition organised as part of the second edition of the Tullow AgriVentures Programme (TAP).
The TAP, an initiative by Tullow Ghana, in partnership with Innohub Foundation, seeks to empower agribusinesses, create sustainable jobs, and drive economic growth in Ghana’s agricultural sector.
The winners, drawn from across Ghana, impressed a panel of industry leaders and investors with innovative solutions spanning sustainable farming, agro-processing, climate-smart practices, and value chain optimization.
Beyond funding, these agribusinesses would benefit from tailored business development support, market linkages, and technical guidance under the TAP, implemented by Innohub Foundation.
Speaking at the pitch event, Mr. Edmund Fiifi Enchill, Social Performance Manager at Tullow, said, through business training, access to funding, and technical assistance, TAP had strengthened the capacity of young entrepreneurs and smallholder farmers. These are being done in a bid to make a meaningful contribution to Ghana’s agribusiness value chain.
The first edition of the TAP supported more than 400 new agribusinesses and disbursed more than $600,000 to support small businesses across the country.
Mr Nelson Amo, Executive Director of Innohub, expressed delight about the competitiveness of the pitch and applauded the participating companies for the innovative ideas and the desire to transform Ghana’s agribusiness landscape.
While congratulating the winners for the breakthrough, he said the stringent monitoring and reporting systems had been put in place to ensure that the grants awarded were solely used for the intended purpose.
“You have to tell us what you are going to do to grow the business and the money would be dispersed towards that. Once you get selected, we visit your business four times in a year to assess the progress and ensure that the project goals are delivered,” Mr Amo said.
The twenty successful businesses are: JGrand Commodities, AgroEmpire, AFB Golden, Conquest Investment, Cornfields Green Ghana Limited, SAYeTECH, Pascoe Fields, Fruity Star, Smithfield Agribusiness, and From a Mother’s Kitchen.
The rest are: Mr. Kitchen, Ab OVO, Grow it Green, Mic-D Ventures, Fortune Coffee, Yava Farms and Agricultural Consultancy, Sava Shea, Peanut Concept, Farm 360, and Naya Success.
In an interview, Dr Fortune Agbele, CEO, Fortune Coffee, said the support she had received would empower her business to procure commercial coffee roaster to boost production and employ more people.
Tullow Ghana, operator of the Jubilee and Tweneboa, Enyenra, Ntomme (TEN) oilfields, and Innohub, the pioneering Enterprise Support Organization, also pledged their commitment to strengthening Ghana’s agribusiness landscape through ongoing engagement, training, and funding support.
Private legal expert and spokesperson for the Movement for Change, Andrew Appiah Danquah, has firmly ruled out any return to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), arguing that the party has lost their political credibility and moral grounding as reported by Ghana Web 
Private legal expert and spokesperson for the Movement for Change, Andrew Appiah Danquah, has firmly ruled out any return to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), arguing that the party has lost their political credibility and moral grounding as reported by Ghana Web 
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