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Why Dr Oduro left music for medicine

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Mr Oduro, now known as Dr Oduro Mr Oduro, now known as Dr Oduro

In the early 2000s, the name Mr Oduro, was a household name when it comes to the Highlife music scene in Ghana with hits like “Abiba” and “Meeri,” and collaborations with KK Fosu and Yoggie Doggie.

However, just as he was rising, he disappeared from the spotlight.

Fast forward a decade later, he’s back, not with a new track, but with a doctorate in pharmacy and a passion for public health.

In a recent interview spotted by GhanaWeb, Mr Oduro, now known as Dr Oduro, opened up about his transition from music to medicine, and how he’s using both passions to make a difference.

He explained that his shift away from music wasn’t because of a scandal or burnout but a conscious decision to pursue something deeper.

“I never stopped dreaming, my dreams just evolved, I loved music, and I still do. But at a point, I wanted to do more with my life. I wanted to help people in a different way,” he said.

He explained that he was first inspired to go into medicine from an early age.

“My uncle was a medical doctor. He opened a chemical shop and started giving me books on medications when I was about 12. That planted the seed,” he said.

He explained that his desire led him to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and then to the United States where he earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2017 from Buffalo, New York.

He’s been practicing for eight years.

Despite that, Dr Oduro says he hasn’t left music behind. Instead, he says he’s now into motivational speaking and health advocacy.

“I’ve found a new stage. It’s not music performances anymore, but platforms where I speak to people about purpose, discipline, and health,” he said.

He’s using his voice to motivate the youth, promote wellness, and inspire people to dream beyond limitations.

Dr Oduro is passionate about helping young people see beyond trends and temporary fame.

“Don’t be afraid to change direction. Don’t think giving up one dream means failure. Sometimes, it means you’ve found a bigger one,” he said.

Alongside his pharmacy practice, he plans to build a stronger online presence, focusing on health education, lifestyle tips, and motivational content.

“I want to bring creativity to health promotion. It doesn’t have to be boring. We can make it engaging, relatable, and even fun,” he said.

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You faked support for Dr Bawumia – Maurice Ampaw ‘exposes’ Ken Agyapong

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Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and Kennedy Agyapong in a handshake Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and Kennedy Agyapong in a handshake

Maurice Ampaw has taken a swipe at former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong, accusing him of lacking principles and faking support for Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

Speaking on Wontumi TV on Sunday, Ampaw did not hold back as he questioned Agyapong’s sudden change of posture towards Bawumia despite previously hailing him as the best person to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

“Make politics attractive a bit. Sometimes, politicians make it easier for us to see that they are fake,” Ampaw said.

He expressed disappointment in Agyapong’s behaviour, suggesting that his current posture reveals hidden intentions he had during the NPP primaries.

“So all this while that Kennedy Agyapong was following Bawumia, he was praying for his downfall so that he could take over?” Ampaw asked pointedly.

He described the MP’s attitude as deceptive and unprincipled.

“What kind of personality is this? You are not being principled. If you don’t believe in him, why did you join his campaign?” he quizzed.

Togbe Afede XIV announces GH¢260,000 support for young entrepreneurs at ASYE Forum

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Togbe Afede XIV is the Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State Togbe Afede XIV is the Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State

The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV, has announced that eight young entrepreneurs have received a total of GH¢260,000 in funding through the 2025 Asogli State Youth Empowerment (ASYE) Forum.

In a post shared on his official Facebook page, Togbe Afede revealed that the winners were selected from 284 applications submitted from across the Asogli State and beyond.

The selected businesses stood out during the final pitch session, which showcased innovative ideas in agriculture, fashion, technology, and other sectors.

The event also featured Nicodemus N.B.D. Dery, National Coordinator of the National Apprenticeship Program, who assured participants of continued support to help grow and scale their businesses.

Togbe Afede expressed gratitude to the initiative’s partners, especially Life-MacAfrica, for their strong support throughout the programme.

According to the post, this funding is only the first phase. The selected entrepreneurs will now enter a business incubation programme that will provide technical support, mentorship, and additional assistance to help them grow their ventures.

He urged the winners to fully embrace the opportunity, stating, “This is just the beginning. Use this platform to grow, and let your success empower others.”

The ASYE Forum continues to serve as a key platform for promoting youth-led development and entrepreneurship across the Asogli State.

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The three British boxing ‘kings’ Usyk destroyed to retain undisputed world titles

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Oleksandr Usyk (L) has defeated all three British boxing giants back-to-back to retain world titles Oleksandr Usyk (L) has defeated all three British boxing giants back-to-back to retain world titles

GhanaWeb Feature by Benjamin Sackey

Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk has been rated as one of the greatest boxers of all time after overcoming a tough challenge from three British boxing giants to maintain the World Heavyweight Undisputed Crown.

The boxing great has defeated the giants in British boxing, namely Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Daniel Dubois, back-to-back, to maintain the much-coveted crown.

The Ukrainian, fighting for his war-torn nation, consistently beat his opponents to the punch and connected with a bevy of overhand lefts.

This GhanaWeb Sports feature highlights how Usyk recorded the historic wins against arguably the three best boxers in the world

Usyk vs Tyson Fury

Oleksandr Usyk retained the heavyweight championship with another decision victory over Tyson Fury, this time unanimously, in a rematch that was every bit as competitive as their first meeting in May 2024.

According to a BBC Sport report, the bout, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, saw the Ukrainian emerge victorious with the same score on all three cards: 116-112.

The rounds were difficult to score as Fury found plenty of success, particularly from the southpaw stance, as he switched from orthodox but Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) enjoyed the bout’s most indelible moments.

Usyk vs Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua’s bid to recapture the unified heavyweight titles ended in disappointment as Oleksandr Usyk produced a terrific performance to win by split decision in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on September 21, 2024.

In a clash billed as the Rage on the Red Sea, a spirited Joshua showed some aggressiveness and intent, a vast improvement from their first fight, but could not match the brilliance and ring savviness of the Ukrainian, who improved his record to 20 wins from 20 contests.

Two judges scored the fight 115-113 and 116-112 to Usyk, and the third gave it 115-113 to Joshua.

At the end of the fight, a furious Joshua picked up two of Usyk’s belts, dropped them out of the ring, and strode towards the dressing room before turning around and getting back into the ring to give an impassioned speech.

However, tension was calmed after a while before the bout ended peacefully.

Usyk vs Daniel Dubois

Oleksandr Usyk further established himself as one of boxing’s greats by stopping Daniel Dubois in round five to retain his undisputed heavyweight crown.

The Ukrainian put on a masterclass in front of 90,000 fans at Wembley Stadium on July 19, 2025, to dash Dubois’ dreams of being the first Briton to unify the division in the four-belt era.

The 38-year-old put Dubois down twice in the fifth and the Londoner was unable to return to beat the count the second time despite making attempts.

Prior to this bout, Usyk stopped Dubois in 2023 and extended his perfect record as a professional to 24 victories.

Among the three British boxers, Tyson Fury announced his retirement following the second defeat but there are reports he could return to the boxing ring soon.

Meanwhile, Anthony Joshua is continuing to train diligently and stay in top shape to reignite his career despite the downfall.

Daniel Dubois, whose rematch defeat happened recently, has not made his next move known but there are no reports or signs of him retiring from the sport yet.

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, die at di age of 54

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, actor wey dey best known for im role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, don die.

Warner, wey be 54, drown over di weekend while on holiday for Costa Rica, local authorities tok.

Reports say Warner bin dey dragged out to sea by ogbonge ocean current while e bin dey swim for Playa Grande around 14:00 (20:00 GMT) local time on Sunday for Cocles, wey be town for di province of Limón, Costa Rica Judicial Investigation Agency tok.

Warner play di son of Bill Cosby for di popular US sitcom from 1984-1992. Tributes don come in from celebrities, including Questlove, Jennifer Hudson, Taraji P Henson, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Magic Johnson.

Authorities say bystanders bin rescue Warner and bring am to shore, wia di Costa Rican Red Cross try to treat am, but dem declare am dead at di scene.

E dey survived by im wife and daughter.

Warner bin dey Emmy-nominated for di Outstanding Supporting Actor in a comedy series for im work on The Cosby Show for 1986.

E bin dey handpicked for im breakout role by Cosby on di final day of a nationwide audition.

“I be llike di last person dem see,” e recall for one 2023 interview.

The Cosby Show rank as di number one TV show for five seasons from 1985-90. E show one middle-class family – wey bin no dey common at di time of black Americans on television.

“Wen di show first come out, white people and black people dey talk about [how] di Huxtables no really dey exist, black people no dey really live like that,” Warner tok for one 2013 interview.

“Meanwhile, we bin dey get tens of thousands of fan letters from pipo saying, ‘Thank you so much for dis show.'”

After The Cosby Show, Warner appear for several oda television programmes including Malcom & Eddie, alongside comedian Eddie Griffin.

Griffin pay respects to am on social media after im death, writing “R.I.P. King” and “My big little brother”.

Warner get guest appearances on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Sesame Street. More recently, e play AJ Austin, wey be cardio-thoracic surgeon for di medical drama series The Resident.

Warner also win Grammy for Best Traditional R&B Performance for 2015, alongside Robert Glasper and Lalah Hathaway for dia cover of Stevie Wonder song Jesus Children of America.

Im spoken word album “Hiding In Plain View” give am anoda Grammy nomination in 2023.

Last year, e start podcast – “Not All Hood” – wey dey discuss mental health for di black community.

Former co-stars and fans don dey post dia tributes to am online.

Basketball star Magic Johnson, wey appear for AIDS awareness video directed by Warner, write say e and im wife be “both super fans of di hit Cosby Show and continue to follow im career” over di years.

“Every time I run into Malcolm, we get deep and fun conversations about basketball, life, and business. E go dey truly missed,” Johnson write.

Actress Jennifer Love Hewitt call am “a gentleman” and “an incredible talent”.

Actress Vivica A Fox post say she dey stunned and saddened by im sudden death, writing: “Thanks for ya gifts, king.”

Tracee Ellis Ross, wey act with Warner on Reed Between the Lines, also mourn im, writing: “My heart is so so sad.

“What an actor and friend you be: warm, gentle, present, kind, thoughtful, deep, funny, elegant. You make di world a brighter place.

“Sending so much love to your family. I dey so sorry for dis unimaginable loss.”

Actress Taraji P Henson posted: “Malcolm, we grow up with you. Thank you for di art, di wisdom, di grace you give us!!!!!

“You leave di world better dan you found it. Rest easy, king!!!! Your legacy live far beyond di screen.”

Actress Niecy Nash post say she recently speak to Warner.

“We talk about how happy we both dey in our marriages. Damn friend. You be di cornerstone of The Cosby Show.

“We all love Theo! Never to be forgotten. You go dey missed. Rest Easy.”

Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock also praise Warner, writing in a post: “For me and so many for my generation, Malcolm-Jamal Warner be a part of our childhood, a brother wey im character ‘Theo’ feel like one of my own.

“May God grant peace to im soul, strength and grace to im grieving family.”

Chief of Staff leads walk to create awareness on physical exercise

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The Chief of Staff, Mr Julius Debrah, has vowed to champion an initiative to create awareness on the benefits of sports and regular exercise.

According to him, countries that have taken regular exercise serious to keep her citizens fit often have lower health bills.

“Countries like Malaysia and others have exercise rooms in some of their establishment that allow staff to work out before or after work.

Jerry Ahmed reacts to “I will sell my seat if Bawumia is elected flagbearer” report

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Member of Parliament for Weija-Gbawe, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has strongly denied reports claiming he would resign from his seat if former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is elected as the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer for the 2028 general elections.

In a statement, Mr. Shaib, who currently serves as Deputy Minority Whip, referenced a story published on opr.news with the headline:

He dismissed the report as false, malicious, and a deliberate attempt to mislead the public, tarnish his image, and create disunity within the NPP.

Mr. Shaib urged party supporters and the general public to disregard the report and remain vigilant against misinformation, particularly from unverified digital platforms.

He reaffirmed his commitment to the party’s unity and electoral success, stressing that internal cohesion is vital for the NPP’s progress.


Ablekuma North seat gives NDC two-thirds majority in Parliament – Mahama Ayariga

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The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has confirmed that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has secured a two-thirds majority in Ghana’s Parliament following the swearing-in of Ewurabena Aubynn as the new Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North.

Speaking shortly after administering the oath of office on Tuesday, July 22, Mr Ayariga said the NDC’s current numerical advantage in the House positions the party to implement transformational reforms and drive national development.

“The National Democratic Congress, for the first time in a very long time, has two-thirds in this House. With this number, we can do many good things for this country, and with this number, we can carry out significant constitutional reforms to make this country better. Ghanaians today have given us all the numbers that we need to reset Ghana,” Mr Ayariga declared.

The NDC now holds 184 out of 275 seats in Parliament, alongside four independent MPs, further strengthening its grip on the legislative process. The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) trails with 86 seats.

Mr Ayariga reaffirmed the NDC’s commitment to using its expanded majority responsibly, echoing assurances given by President John Dramani Mahama during his inauguration.

“I want to assure Ghanaians that what President John Dramani Mahama said when he was being sworn-in still stands: that the NDC will not abuse the majority given to it by Ghanaians; we will use it wisely. We will use it properly and we will make sure that this number inures to the benefit of Ghanaians,” he said.

The newly gained Ablekuma North seat followed a rerun in 19 polling stations, where the NDC’s Ewurabena Aubynn emerged victorious. Her swearing-in marks not just a personal milestone but also a strategic win for the governing party.

With the two-thirds majority now secured, the NDC is expected to advance key legislative and constitutional reforms, including proposals to amend Ghana’s 30-year-old Constitution—a move the party believes is essential for national renewal.

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Stakeholders dialogue underscores urgent need for sustainable energy reforms in Ghana

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A high-level dialogue convened by the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), in partnership with the Open Society Foundations (OSF) and the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, has highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive reforms to address the persistent challenges facing Ghana’s energy sector.

The event brought together government officials, energy experts, civil society, and development partners to examine the fiscal and structural inefficiencies undermining the sector’s performance and its broader impact on Ghana’s economy.

Participants noted that under-recoveries in the sector currently amount to approximately 2% of Ghana’s GDP—equivalent to four times the country’s annual capital investment in infrastructure.

This growing fiscal burden, stakeholders warned, threatens national development efforts and underscores the critical need for sustainable and long-term solutions.

While acknowledging ongoing government efforts, including the renegotiation of Independent Power Producer (IPP) contracts and increased private sector participation in electricity distribution, stakeholders reaffirmed the importance of building a reliable, efficient, and equitable power system. Particular emphasis was placed on improving procurement processes and accelerating the transition to green energy.

The dialogue also stressed the importance of viewing the energy crisis as an opportunity to unlock greater investment for social and economic development, with a strong call to integrate gender equity and climate justice into policy reforms.

“Sustainable solutions in the energy sector are not just about lights and power—they are about freeing capital to fund schools, hospitals, and jobs. They are about making the economy work for everyone,” one participant noted.

The meeting concluded with a resounding call for collaborative action across all sectors. Government agencies, private actors, civil society groups, development partners, and philanthropic organisations were urged to work together with transparency and accountability to advance the reforms needed to secure Ghana’s energy future.

Calm gradually returns to Nkwanta after days of unrest

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Calm is gradually returning to Nkwanta in the Oti region following days of unrest, with some shops and businesses cautiously reopening as residents attempt to resume normal life.

Despite the improving situation, schools across the municipality remain closed, and academic activity is yet to resume.

However, a teacher in one of the senior high schools in the area, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told Citi News that preparations have been made for final-year students ahead of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

He said efforts are in place to ensure the candidates are not disadvantaged despite the closure.

Municipal Chief Executive Joseph Antwi, who also spoke to Citi News off the record, said security personnel deployed to the area are on high alert and actively patrolling to prevent any further clashes.

However, an Accra Circuit Court has declined a bail application for nine individuals allegedly involved in the recent riots at Nkwanta in the Oti Region.

Presiding Judge Isaac Addo dismissed the request, following submissions from the prosecution, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Seth Frimpong, who described the situation in Nkwanta as still volatile.

He stated that the decision was in the interest of both the accused and public safety, noting that the rights of the accused persons must be balanced against the rights of other citizens and, therefore, could not be regarded as absolute.

The defence team argued that the accused had been in lawful custody for an extended period and was constitutionally entitled to bail.

 

Ewurabena Aubynn officially sworn in as Ablekuma North MP

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NPP faces existential crisis – IMANI

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Since being trounced in the last election, Ghana’s main opposition party, the NPP, has been struggling to find its rhythm. Its recent conference brought this reality into sharp focus.

Of all the speeches delivered, only one directly addressed the existential threat of decay the party now faces, drawing a striking analogy to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s travails.

That speech came from Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, and its core message aligns with major findings from IMANI’s latest Sentiment Analysis.

Key Insight from our report: 

  1. The NPP faces an unprecedented perception crisis with only 3.9% positive sentiment. The 3:1 negative-to-positive ratio indicates urgent need for strategic reputation management.
     
  2. The party’s internal conflicts, electoral violence associations, and leadership tensions have created a perfect storm of negative perception that threatens its political viability.
     
  3. The silver lining lies in the 84.1% neutral sentiment, representing millions of Ghanaians who remain undecided and could be influenced through effective communication and demonstrated unity.
     
  4. The party’s digital presence shows potential for growth, particularly on youth-oriented platforms.
     
    Without swift action to address internal divisions, clarify leadership succession, and distance itself from violence, the NPP risks permanent reputational damage that could impact its electoral prospects for years to come.

    NB: The IMANI sentiment report is based on comprehensive social media sentiment analysis using advanced AI tools and should be considered alongside other forms of public opinion research, including polls, focus groups, and grassroots feedback.

  • Total Mentions: 4,726 posts analysed
  • Total Reach: 31 million users
  • Platforms: News sites, YouTube, TikTok, X, Facebook
  • Geographic Focus: Ghana (with diaspora inclusion)

Read the full report here

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Man Fined GH¢168,000 For Opioid Possession

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Convict Alhaji Abdulai Sayuti

 

The Tamale Circuit Court, presided over by Francis Asobayiri, has sentenced Alhaji Abdulai Sayuti, 53, who was arrested for possessing restricted drugs in Tamale in the Northern Region.

The convict was fined on two counts: possession of restricted drugs without lawful authority, and prohibited sale of restricted drugs without lawful authority.

He was fined 14,000 penalty units for each count, totaling 28,000 penalty units, which amounts to GH¢168,000 or in default of payment, he faces a sentence of 25 years in prison. However, both counts will run concurrently.

Additionally, the judge ordered the convict to sign a bond to be of good behaviour for a period of 36 months.

The judge also directed that the exhibits be deposited with the registrar for subsequent handover to the authorities for destruction on a scheduled date.

Facts

The Northern Regional Police Command on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, through an intelligence-led operation arrested Alhaji Abdulai Sayuti, for possessing restricted drugs.

According to police, preliminary investigations revealed that the accused was arrested with 368 blisters of tramadol (120mg) and 298 blisters of tramaking (120mg) at Victory Cinema near Aboabo, a suburb of Tamale, where he operates an over-the-counter chemical shop.

Further investigations led police to a warehouse at the suspect’s residence in Fuo, also a suburb of Tamale, where they uncovered 447 boxes of tramadol (120mg) and 11 boxes of tramaking (120mg).

Meanwhile, the Northern Regional Police Command has assured the public of its continued efforts in clamping down on the menace of illegal drugs in the region.

“The public is hereby encouraged to volunteer credible information to the Police to help fight the menace in our communities,” it added.

FROM Eric Kombat, Tamale

“She fought a hard fight” – Ayariga hails Ewurabena Aubynn

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The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has commended Ewurabena Aubynn for her resilience and determination following her swearing-in as the Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

Aubynn’s swearing-in comes after her victory in a parliamentary rerun held across 19 polling stations in the constituency. The rerun was necessitated by the Electoral Commission’s nullification of the original December 2024 election results due to allegations of irregularities and unauthenticated pink sheets.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mr. Ayariga praised Aubynn for her perseverance during the extended electoral process.

He also pledged the Majority side’s support to help her settle into her new role in Parliament.

“I want to welcome Hon. Ewurabena Aubynn; she has really fought a hard fight. She has demonstrated what women can really do. Very few men can withstand the pressure that this lady withstood.

“I want to commend her highly for weathering the storm and fighting relentlessly. Let me assure her that everybody on the Majority side will be available to support you find your feet in this House,” he commended.

Mr. Ayariga further lauded the constituents of Ablekuma North for their resilience, saying, “They have put up a fight since December 7, 2024.”

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NDC will use parliamentary majority to transform Ghana – Mahama Ayariga

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Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga says the National Democratic Congress (NDC), now holding a two-thirds majority in Parliament, will leverage its strengthened position to drive transformational reforms across the country.

Speaking shortly after the swearing-in of the NDC’s Ewurabena Aubynn as Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North on Tuesday, Mr Ayariga highlighted the growing numerical advantage of the NDC in the House.

“The National Democratic Congress, for the first time in a very long time, has two-thirds in this House. With this number, we can do many good things for this country, and with this number, we can carry out significant constitutional reforms to make this country better. Ghanaians today have given us all the numbers that we need to reset Ghana,” he said.

He reiterated the promise of President John Mahama, saying, “I want to assure Ghanaians that what President John Dramani Mahama said when he was being sworn-in still stands: that the NDC will not abuse the majority given to it by Ghanaians; we will use it wisely. We will use it properly and we will make sure that this number inures to the benefit of Ghanaians.”

The NDC’s latest addition to its ranks, following a rerun in 19 polling stations in Ablekuma North, brings its parliamentary seats to 184, alongside four independent MPs.

This further shifts the balance of power in the legislature, placing the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) in a weaker position with 86 seats.

Mr Ayariga’s comments come at a time when the NDC is seeking to introduce sweeping legal and institutional changes, including proposals for review of the country’s 30-year old constitution.

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Ghana Needs a 21st Century Education Pact – Dr. Kingsley Agyemang Calls for Urgent National Reforms

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Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has issued a clarion call for a national “21st Century Education Pact” that will reposition Ghana’s educational system to meet the evolving needs of the modern world.

Speaking as the Guest Speaker at the opening of the 7th Quadrennial (54th) Regional Delegates’ Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Eastern Region, held at Kibi College of Education on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Dr. Agyemang painted a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities that define education in today’s rapidly transforming world.

“We cannot go back to what used to be,” he declared. “The chalk is noble, but the code is necessary. The past was shaped with blackboards. The future will be shaped by bandwidth.”

He stressed that the 21st century is being driven by technological disruption, artificial intelligence, climate change, and cultural influence—factors which Ghanaian education policy must now respond to with urgency and clarity.

Dr. Agyemang’s proposal for a pact would bring together policymakers, teacher unions, civil society organisations, the private sector, and local communities under a shared vision for educational transformation. He emphasised that such a pact must go beyond paper declarations and be rooted in action, innovation, and accountability.

Highlighting current interventions such as Free SHS, TVET expansion, and FCUBE, the MP acknowledged the progress made, but warned that access alone is not enough. “Beyond the statistics and the policy announcements, there remains a systemic underperformance that should trouble every conscience in this room,” he said.

In his rousing closing, he left delegates with a simple but sobering question: “What will our children say we did when the world changed?”

The conference, attended by educators, union leaders and key stakeholders, is expected to produce a roadmap for GNAT’s future advocacy, especially within the context of global educational standards.

Ghana’s movie industry is never a waste of time so stop comparing it with Nigeria

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Popular playwright and media personality, George Quaye, has dismissed rhetoric seeks to compare Ghana’s film industry to Nollywood.

Speaking during a discussion on United Showbiz on July 21, Quaye acknowledged Nigeria’s success in their movie industry, citing their drive and sheer numbers.

“Nigerians have a certain level of aggressiveness, and their numbers are larger; they would definitely have a larger demand than Ghana. We can never match them in terms of numbers and market demand,” he said.

He, however, identified a positive aspect of Ghanaian actors.

“Nigerians are still booking Ghanaian actors to star in their movies. It’s not like Nigerians don’t have actors. That means we have something that they do not have,” he added.

He urged Ghanaian creatives to see the industry’s worth, stating; “Let’s stop the comparisons with Nigerians… the Ghana movie industry is never a waste of time.”

Quaye further stressed that while Ghana can’t match Nigeria in volume or market size, it can excel through talent and quality.

He encouraged Ghanaian actors to play to their strengths and adapt to their markets.

“It is up to you as an actor to look at yourself and the market and what works for you. I started as an actor.

“Some people started as actors but are now show hosts and influencers,” he said.

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Supreme Court quashes bench warrant for Kevin Taylor’s arrest

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The Supreme Court, by a super-majority in a 4–1 ruling, has quashed a bench warrant that was issued for the arrest of Kevin Taylor, a US-based Ghanaian social commentator.

The bench warrant for Kevin Taylor’s arrest was issued in January 2020 by a High Court Judge, Justice Eric Kyei Baffour, following alleged derogatory comments made about him.

In an episode of his show of the same year, ‘With All Due Respect’, titled ‘The Men in Red, Tainted Judiciary’, Taylor targeted Justice Kyei Baffour, making several allegations that were deemed contemptuous.

“Today, I will tell you about the men in red, yes, the men in red and how some of them have been compromised,” Kelvin Taylor said in his introduction in the said video.

Kelvin Taylor further alleged in his video that Justice Eric Kyei Baffour had been earmarked by the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) government to serve as a conduit for prosecuting former government officials of the NDC.

He called for an investigation into the Court of Appeal Judge, threatening to release audio recordings in his custody that purportedly detailed meetings between the judge and high-ranking officials of the now former Akufo-Addo-led administration, should the investigation not proceed.

“Justice Eric Kyei Baffour was hurriedly promoted from a High Court Judge to a Court of Appeal Judge. I can say on authority that Justice Kyei Baffour is operating on the orders of (then) President Akufo-Addo and the (then) National Security Minister Kan Dapaah. This is why the case of the former NCA board members was jumped straight to the Commercial Court to Kyei Baffour so that he would execute the government’s agenda.

“This is basic. With all due respect, my fellow Ghanaians, Justice Kyei Baffour is seriously doing the bidding of the President and more importantly, the bidding of the National Security Minister, Kan Dapaah,” Kelvin Taylor is recounted as saying in his show in 2020.

Kelvin Taylor also alleged that the Court of Appeal Judge, Justice Eric Kyei Baffour, had suspiciously built a mansion in Accra in a short period.

“Justice Kyei Baffour has become too powerful and too rich in this short time. He recently built one of the most expensive mansions in Accra which in fact has become the talk in the corridors of the Justice department,” Taylor said.

The judge, scandalised by the allegations, issued the arrest warrant, declaring that it would remain in force until Kelvin Taylor is arrested and brought before the court.

The quashing of the arrest warrant means that Kevin Taylor can move freely within the country and travel at any time without any legal restrictions or threat of arrest.

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Trade minister calls for a reduction in cement prices

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Trade minister meets cement manufacturers over price reviews Trade minister meets cement manufacturers over price reviews

The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has asked cement manufacturers to review their prices to reflect the current appreciation of the cedi.

According to her, consumers must enjoy the benefits of a strong currency since prices increase when the currency depreciates.

She said this during a meeting with the Chamber of Cement Manufacturers, Ghana (COCMAG), to address growing consumer concerns over the high prices of cement.

Ofosu-Adjare said: “I appealed to the manufacturers to ensure that the recent appreciation of the cedi is reflected in reduced cement prices for consumers. Ghanaians deserve to benefit directly from our improving economy.”

The meeting also addressed product standardisation and regulatory compliance across the sector.

The minister noted that inspectors from the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) will soon be deployed to enforce compliance with product standards.

“Companies that fail to meet the required benchmarks risk being shut down,” she said in a post on X.

“I am optimistic about our continued collaboration to ensure affordable and high-quality building materials for all Ghanaians,” she added.

The manufacturers at the meeting, including Ghacem, Cimaf, CBI, Diamond, Dangote, Dzata, and Empire Cement, said the meeting was appropriate and commended the government’s efforts toward economic stability.

They pledged to work towards price reductions and maintain strict adherence to quality standards.

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Haruna Iddrisu dismissed me after losing final despite apology

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Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu(L) and former Steadfast FC coach Mohammed Aquaye Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu(L) and former Steadfast FC coach Mohammed Aquaye

Former Steadfast FC head coach Mohammed Aquaye has finally broken his silence on how he was kicked out of the club by owner and bankroller, Haruna Iddrisu, after the team’s painful loss in the 2024/2025 NRFA Division 2 Final.

Aquaye, who started as Steadfast’s assistant coach back in 2021 and rose through the ranks to lead the team, says the end of his journey came swiftly after the defeat to Sankara Nationals.

Speaking in an interview with N-Sports as reported by Zangali FM in Tamale, the young gaffer explained that he received a direct call from the Member of Parliament and Minister of Education himself, who made it clear he was not impressed with the team’s performance in the final.

“After our loss against Sankara, he called and told me he wasn’t happy with the game I lost,” Aquaye said.

This fresh revelation sharply contradicts Aquaye’s earlier claim that he left the club of his own accord.

In a letter dated 3rd June 2025, the coach had formally written to Steadfast’s CEO to tender his resignation, a move many took as a sign of accountability after falling short of promotion.

However, Aquaye now insists the decision wasn’t entirely his.

According to him, the final defeat sealed his fate, despite the team’s remarkable run in the middle league, where they won all three games to qualify for the final showdown against Sankara Nationals.

Still nursing the sting of the sack, Aquaye disclosed that he tried to make amends with the club’s owner shortly after.

“I sent him an apology message via SMS but I haven’t heard back yet,” he added.

For many, the sacking comes as a shock, considering how Aquaye rose steadily through the ranks, from assistant coach in 2021 to taking full charge of the squad just a few seasons later.

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How Air Force jet crash enta school, kill pipo for Bangladesh

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Year 10 student Farhan Hasan wey finished im exam wen di plane crashed Year 10 student Farhan Hasan wey finished im exam wen di plane crashed

Farhan Hasan just finish exam and dey comot classroom dey gist wit im friends wen one Bangladeshi Air Force training jet crash enter im school campus – kill at least 27 pipo.

“Di burning plane bin dey hit di building right in front of my eyes” di Milestone School and College student tell BBC Bangla.

Video from di school for one northern suburb of di capital, Dhaka show one big fire and thick smoke, afta di aircraft jam one two-storey building.

27 pipo die and more dan 170 pipo injure for di crash.

Di armed forces tok say di F-7 jet get mechanical fault afta e take off for training exercise just afta 13:00 local time (07:00 GMT). Di pilot, Flight Lieutenant Md. Taukir Islam, dey among di pipo wey die.

Farhan, wey bin dey tok to BBC Bangla wit im uncle and im papa, add say, “my best friend, di one wey I dey exam hall wit, e die right in front of my eyes.

“For my eyes… di plane pass right over im head. And many parents bin dey stand inside sake of di younger pikins dey come out since e be say na end of school day… di plane carry di parents along wit am.”

One teacher for di college, Rezaul Islam, tell BBC say e see di plane “directly” hit di building.

Anoda teacher, Masud Tarik, tell Reuters say e hear explosion, “wen I look back, I only see fire and smoke… Plenty guardians and pikins dey here.”

Hours afta di crash, for one residential area wey dey very populated, big crowd gada wit pipo wey stand on top buildings to see wetin happun.

As pipo dey run for all directions, ambulances and volunteers dey try find dia way to carry di injured and plenty bodies comot from di Milestone School and College.

At least 30 ambulances bin dey move pipo comot.

One woman wey bin dey find informantion for di scene tell BBC say her son call her afta di crash hapun, but she never hear from am since den.

More dan 50 pipo, including children and adults, dey hospital wit burns, one doctor for di National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery tok.

Plenty families and relatives of di victims dey inside hospital – including Shah Alam, wey be uncle to one Year 8 boy, Tanvir Ahmed, wey die for di accident.

“Na my pikin-pikin dey for mortuary now” Mr Alam tok as e dey hold im younger broda – Tanvir papa wey no fit tok anytin.

Most of di victims wey dey inside di burns hospital na small pikin dem – most of dem dey between nine and 14 years old.

No be only di burns hospital dem carry injured pipo go. Bangladesh health ministry tok say seven hospitals for di city dey treat victims.

Di kind accident wey happun don make many pipo for town begin come out to donate blood, and even politicians from two of di biggest parties for di country Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami don go visit di injured.

Meanwhile, dem don declare Tuesday as day of mourning – and di national flag go dey fly half-mast.

How di crash happun?

Di training aircraft take off from Bangladesh Air Force Base for Dhaka around 13:00 local time (07:00 GMT) and e crash soon afta for di Uttara neighbourhood.

Di air force tok for one statement say di F-7 jet get mechanical fault and di pilot, Flight Lieutenant Md. Taukir Islam, try to fly am go a less crowded area. E dey among di pipo wey die.

Images from di scene hours afta di crash show plenty emergency service workers dey go through burnt remains to find survivors.

Authorities don put togeda one investigation committee to look into di incident, di armed forces tok for statement.



Rescue workers don remove wetin remain from di crash site

My husband still talks to his ex girlfriend — and wants to visit her

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DEAR ABBY: When my husband was a teenager 20 years ago, he had a two-year online relationship with a girl who lives in Georgia. I know they met each other only a couple of times. We are all in our 30s now, and once in a great while, they contact each other by text or email.

I told him it bothers me that they keep in touch, especially when they say they miss each other. My husband tells me they were “there for each other” when they were younger. Recently, we took a road trip to Florida, and he wanted to stop off in Georgia to see her and so I could meet her. He says that because they never had sex, they weren’t really “going out.” It seems my feelings about this friendship don’t matter. Please advise me, Abby. — UNCERTAIN IN CHICAGO

DEAR UNCERTAIN: I will assume that you nixed the idea of the detour to Georgia. If I’m right, then I think you may have made a mistake. Your husband had a relationship with that girl when they were teenagers. It isn’t surprising that the memory of it is important to both of them. You stated that they don’t communicate often. How is that a threat to you? You won’t endear yourself to your spouse by keeping him on a short leash. Work on resolving your insecurities and loosen the reins. If you do, it will benefit your marriage.

DEAR ABBY: After six years of working closely together, I have developed a raging crush on my co-worker and project partner, “Brett.” It’s a full-on, face-flushing, daydreaming kind of situation, and it’s super annoying. I know this crush is inappropriate and unreciprocated, and I have no intention of acting on it. We are both married, and I would like to stay that way. My strategy has been to spend less time together and work on not being a moron. 

I’ve changed my daily schedule so we don’t overlap as often. When we’re traveling, I book different flights so we’re not together all day, etc. The issue now is that I’ve heard from a different co-worker that Brett thinks I’m mad at him and that he’s done something wrong, which is not the case. He’s great, always professional and very good at his job. I don’t want to keep hurting his feelings, but there’s no way I’m going to tell him what’s going on. Besides quitting or going on leave until I can get myself under control, what can I do? — STRICTLY BUSINESS IN THE SOUTH

DEAR STRICTLY: To discuss your crush with Brett would be not only embarrassing but also unprofessional. The co-worker who told you Brett thinks you are mad at him may have intended to be helpful, but unless Brett tells you himself, do not make excuses for distancing yourself. The surest way to get your crush under control is to keep reminding yourself that this kind of thing could destroy your career. That may work even better than a cold shower. 

MP for Ejisu highlights deplorable conditions of roads in the Ejisu constituency

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The Member of Parliament for Ejisu, Kwabena Boateng has highlighted the deplorable conditions of roads in the Ejisu Constituency.

He noted that these roads are lifelines that connect the people to markets, schools, hospitals, and workplaces.

According to him as far back as a year ago, work commenced on both Ejisu-Onwe and Kokobra-Achiase roads.

Court denies bail to nine suspects in Nkwanta riots case

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An Accra Circuit Court has declined a bail application for nine individuals allegedly involved in the recent riots at Nkwanta in the Oti Region.

Presiding Judge  Isaac Addo dismissed the request, following submissions from the prosecution, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Seth Frimpong, who described the situation in Nkwanta as still volatile.

He stated that the decision was in the interest of both the accused and public safety, noting that the rights of the accused persons must be balanced against the rights of other citizens and, therefore, could not be regarded as absolute.

The defence team argued that the accused had been in lawful custody for an extended period and was constitutionally entitled to bail.

The court has yet to take their pleas, and all nine were remanded into custody for two weeks.

The accused Evans Mawugbe, Donkor Ebenezer, Solomon Amenu, Robert Dzanka, Kenyenso Senyo, Edwin Yeboah, Yudah Adule, Keteke Joshua, and Grace Ordzi are facing charges including conspiracy to commit crime, causing harm, rioting, and rioting with weapons.

According to the prosecution, the suspects, all residents of Nkwanta, were arrested during a joint Police, Military and National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) operation enforcing a curfew.

The incident, which happened on June 26, 2025, allegedly involved ritual activity at the Yam Market that escalated into violence and property damage.

Gunshots were reportedly fired, injuring several residents, including Emmanuel Popolampo, Azumah Angela, Akwasi (alias Commando), and Ruth.

One unidentified male victim died from gunshot injuries after being taken to the hospital. While nine suspects were arrested, others are still at large.

Investigations remain ongoing.

Supreme Court overturns Kevin Taylor’s arrest warrant

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The Supreme Court has, in a 4–1 majority decision, quashed an arrest warrant issued in 2020 against US-based Ghanaian political commentator Kelvin Taylor.

The warrant stemmed from a contempt of court charge initiated by then-High Court judge, Justice Eric Kyei-Baffour, who accused Taylor of scandalising the judiciary over alleged politically motivated promotions tied to the National Communications Authority (NCA) trial.

Uriel Oputa Shares Life’s Struggles, Resilience

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Media star and former Big Brother Naija contestant Uriel Oputa recently shared her deeply personal story of strength, emotional struggles, and lifelong sacrifices during an emotional interview on The Podcast Network TV.

Speaking openly, Uriel explained how her resilience stems from years of shouldering heavy responsibilities, particularly as her mother’s primary caregiver. “I’ve faced stress my entire life. Since I was a child, I’ve cared for my mom—cleaning up after her, changing her diapers, feeding her. I’ve had to look after her like she was my own child,” she revealed.

Her heartfelt confession highlighted how these early experiences impacted her personal development, relationships, and perspective on life.

While these challenges molded her into the strong, self-reliant woman she is today, they also left unseen emotional wounds. Uriel’s journey serves as a powerful testament to the hidden struggles behind public personas and the quiet strength that keeps them going.

It’s a shame NPP has become too polarised

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Justin Frimpong Kodua is the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Justin Frimpong Kodua is the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP)

General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Kodua, has expressed worry about the political party.

According to him, the party has become so polarised that people no longer analyse issues based on the substance but rather based on their interests and the camps they belong to.

To him, this is a worrying development that needs to be checked for the health of the political party.

He believes it is about time persons who want positions in the political party desist from disrespecting the current leadership and the party in general

“The party has become so polarised that when you say something, people do not look at the substance but rather focus on what is in their interest. If we don’t remain focused and follow such people, we will be distracted. They may say we are weak, but that is not the case; we choose to ignore some of these people. So hopefully, if we are able to vote for a flagbearer, then firm decisions can be taken in the political party,” he said on Accra-based Asempa FM.

He continued, “People must learn to respect the party. Is the position for someone? You want to become a flagbearer, but the very body you’ll use to become a flagbearer, you want to undermine it. You want to become a party leader, but you disrespect the ones who are currently there? That must stop”.

Minority stages walkout ahead of Ablekuma North MP swearing-in

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The Minority in Parliament staged a walkout on Tuesday ahead of the swearing-in of Ewurabena Aubynn, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North.

The protest was triggered by a request from Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, who sought to make a statement before the oath of office was administered.

After catching the Speaker’s attention, Annoh-Dompreh attempted to raise the matter formally.

However, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga objected, arguing that any concerns the Minority had could be addressed after the swearing-in.

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, sided with the Majority Leader, ruling that the opportunity to speak would be granted after the ceremony.

Dissatisfied with the ruling, Annoh-Dompreh responded: “Mr. Speaker, we cannot be part of this swearing-in,” before leading the Minority side out of the chamber.

Despite the walkout, the swearing-in proceeded as planned, formally inducting Aubynn into Ghana’s Parliament.

Mornah, myself, and fellow PNC members nearly died due to Mahama but neglected after victory – Awingobit

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Samson Asaki Awingobit, the National Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), has voiced strong disappointment, claiming that President John Dramani Mahama and the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) have abandoned him and his party.

In an interview on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM’s Frontline, Mr. Awingobit recounted the significant risks he and former Chairman Bernard Mornah took while campaigning for then-candidate John Dramani Mahama.

How dance has shaped the entertainment industry

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From L to R: Afrobeast, Afronita and Dancegod Lloyd are dancers helping to shape the music industry From L to R: Afrobeast, Afronita and Dancegod Lloyd are dancers helping to shape the music industry

Dance has always been a fundamental part of Ghanaian culture for centuries, but in recent years, it has evolved into a driving force behind the country’s entertainment industry.

From traditional rhythms to modern styles, dance has played a significant role in shaping Ghana’s music, film, and television landscapes.

Ghanaian dance styles like Azonto, and traditional dances like adowa have become cornerstones of the entertainment industry.

Dancers like Endurance Grande, Dancegod Lloyd, and the DWP Academy have gained international recognitions, showcasing their creativities and skills. These artists have not only popularised Ghanaian dance globally but have also inspired a new generation of dancers.

The dance industry has created new opportunities for Ghanaians, from choreographers and dancers, to instructors and event organizers.

Dance competitions like the Afrozig Dance Fiesta have become lucrative, providing a platform for dancers to showcase their talents and earn a living.

Dance has also led to innovative collaborations between dancers, musicians, and choreographers.

Music videos, live performances, and stage shows now often feature detailed dance routines, elevating the overall entertainment experience in the country.

This fusion of dance and music has resulted in some of Ghana’s most popular hits and memorable performances.

This has also led to a growing call for greater recognition of dancers in Ghana’s music awards, highlighting the need for more inclusive industry practices.

As Ghana’s entertainment industry continues to evolve, dance will undoubtedly remain a vital component.

With its rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit, Ghanaian dance is poised to take center stage, both locally and globally.

The industry’s future growth will depend on continued support, recognition, and opportunities for dancers to showcase their talents.

Dance has profoundly shaped Ghana’s entertainment industry, providing a platform for creative expressions, economic opportunities, and innovation.

As the industry continues to grow and evolve, dance remains an essential part of Ghana’s vibrant cultural landscape.

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Speaker swears in Ewurabena Aubynn as MP for Ablekuma North

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Ewurabena Aubynn is the MP for Ablekuma North play videoEwurabena Aubynn is the MP for Ablekuma North

The Speaker of Parliament is swearing in the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Ablekuma North constituency, Ewurabena Aubynn.

The Ablekuma North constituency was the only constituency without representation in the 9th Parliament, more than six months after the December 7, 2024, general elections.

After several unsuccessful attempts to collate the disputed constituency results, the Electoral Commission announced a re-run in 19 out of 37 challenged polling stations on Friday, July 11, 2025.

Ewurabena Aubynn of the NDC, after a keenly contested race, emerged victorious in the parliamentary election.

She polled 34,090 votes, while the NPP’s Akua Afriye polled 33,881 votes.

She was thus declared the winner by officials of the Electoral Commission at the Greater Accra Regional Office on July 11, 2025.

Watch a livestream of the event below:

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Telco CEO urges students to embrace AI and technology

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The CEO of AT, Leo Skarlatos, speaking at the TedEx event The CEO of AT, Leo Skarlatos, speaking at the TedEx event

The Chief Executive Officer of AT, Leo Skarlatos, has called on students to embrace technology and artificial intelligence (AI) as essential tools for building future-ready careers in an evolving global economy.

Speaking at the 2025 TEDxUniversity of Cape Coast (TEDxUCC) career fair, themed “Future-Ready: Skills for a Changing World,” Skarlatos addressed a packed auditorium of students, young professionals, and educators, offering a compelling perspective on the shifting dynamics of the job market.

“The job market is undergoing a silent revolution,” Skarlatos stated. “If you’re not learning how to work with technology, then you’re preparing to be replaced by it.”

Drawing from his experience leading AT through several waves of digital transformation, Skarlatos urged students to look beyond academic credentials and focus on acquiring practicaltech skills.

He described digital literacy as “the new currency in today’s workplace,” highlighting the growing demand for AI fluency, coding, analytics, and cybersecurity.

He explained that AI is no longer a futuristic concept but an active force across sectors including telecoms, finance, healthcare, media, and logistics, rapidly automating routine tasks and reshaping traditional job roles.

“Companies will soon hire fewer people for roles like data entry and customer service not because they don’t need talent, but because machines can now do those jobs faster, cheaper, and without breaks,” he said. “What they need are critical thinkers, coders, analysts, and people who can partner with technology, not compete with it.”

Skarlatos also shared that AT is preparing to roll out AI-driven solutions across departments, underscoring the company’s commitment to innovation.

He encouraged students to stay curious and take advantage of online tools, platforms, and AI training resources to stay ahead of technological trends.

TEDxUCC Organizer, Mohammed Tebson Haruna, praised the address, calling it a necessary “wake-up call.”

“As AI and technology continue to redefine every aspect of life and work, we must adapt or risk being left behind,” he said.

TEDxUniversityofCapeCoast (TEDxUCC) is a locally organized TEDx event licensed by TED, focused on sharing ideas and sparking conversations within the University of Cape Coast community and beyond.

It operates under the broader TED umbrella, which began as a conference in 1984.

TEDx events, like TEDxUCC, are independently organized but adhere to TED’s principles of spreading ideas through talks.

JJ’s hidden daughter resurfaces; Says she feels cursed and requests for DNA

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JJ’s hidden daughter resurfaces; Says she feels cursed and requests for DNA

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After the passing of Ghana’s ex-president, Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, a woman known as Abigail came into the spotlight, claiming to be his biological daughter. Her appearance at the funeral attracted public interest and stirred conversations across the country.

Abigail recounted that Rawlings met her mother, Rose Agbodzi Sende—an Ewe woman of Togolese origin residing in Accra—when he was still a young student in his last year at Achimota School. According to her, Rose became pregnant during their relationship, and Rawlings, fearing that fathering a child could disrupt his ambitions, allegedly asked her to keep the pregnancy and the baby a secret.

Abigail said she was born out of wedlock and that her mother gave her to an elderly woman in Adabraka after a new man expressed interest in marrying her. She revealed that she never knew her father personally and has suffered emotionally and financially as a result.

In a recent emotional interview with journalist Kofi Adoma, Abigail shared her struggles, saying she now survives on scraps and feels weighed down by misfortune. She pleaded for a DNA test to prove her connection to Rawlings and admitted that life has become so unbearable she sometimes considers ending it altogether.

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NPP’s 2024 Loss Traced to Leadership, Governance Failures – Mike Oquaye Committee Report

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Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Member of Parliament for Ofoase Ayirebi, has attributed the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 electoral defeat to four major categories of internal and governance-related failures.

His remarks, grounded in the findings of the Mike Oquaye Committee, highlighted systemic issues within both government and party structures that undermined public confidence and electoral strength.

Bagbin charges new Ablekuma North MP to uphold discipline and integrity in Parliament

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Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has advised newly sworn-in Ablekuma North Member of Parliament, Eruwabena Aubynn, to embrace discipline, integrity, and a strong work ethic as she begins her tenure in the legislature.

Administering the oath of office on Tuesday, 22nd July, the Speaker urged Ms Aubynn—who is now the youngest MP in the House—to be diligent, punctual, and attentive, emphasising that Parliament is a space for learning, service, and leadership.

“Being the youngest Member of Parliament, I urge you, please be punctual, be ever present in Parliament, be calm, listen more, learn from your colleagues, but please read everything, not only the Constitution,” Mr Bagbin counselled.

He reminded the new MP that her victory in the recent by-election rerun in Ablekuma North comes with a mandate to serve her constituents selflessly. “You are now the hope of the people of the constituency. They are looking up to you to do something to improve their lives. It is a trust, and this, I pray, you don’t abuse. Four years is just a day—you will go back to them and they will assess you this time based on your performance,” the Speaker warned.

Mr Bagbin further urged her to stay true to herself and not succumb to external pressures or undue influences. He stressed that while she contested on a party ticket, it was her personal character and appeal that ultimately earned her the votes.

“And so don’t allow any person to change who you are. They voted for you, even though it was on a party ticket, but there are many members in the party in that constituency. They voted for you, so please commit yourself to them,” he added.

Ms Aubynn’s swearing-in followed her victory in a by-election rerun on July 11 in 19 polling stations in Ablekuma North. The rerun was necessitated by procedural issues in the initial vote.

Her entry into Parliament increases the representation of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) to 184 seats, with four independent MPs. The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) now holds 86 seats.

Meanwhile, the Minority Caucus staged a walkout before the swearing-in ceremony, registering their protest against the outcome of the by-election.

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The self-defeating spiral of regulatory technology?

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When compliance becomes a machine-led pursuit, the problems don’t disappear; rather, they multiply.

Patience, a seasoned KYC analyst at a global bank, once reviewed five detailed client files a day. Now, after the firm deployed an AI-led Regulation Technology (RegTech) solution, her system flags fifty profiles daily.

But instead of freedom, she’s buried. Algorithmic anomalies, exception alerts, and unexplained flags. Her day has turned into a relentless firefight that no curve-fitting model promised to fix.

From the outside, Regulation Technology (RegTech) glitters as it automates due diligence, slashes false positives, speeds onboarding, and shrinks compliance budgets.

Market analysts peg and value the global RegTech sector at around $16 billion in 2024, with fluctuations and forecast growth to as much as approximately $71 billion by 2033. These projections exhibit a compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 18.0% from 2025-2033.

Right now, North America, led by the U.S. and Canada, is dominating this particular corner of the market. In 2024 alone, this region claimed over 41% of global spending, making it the clear frontrunner in a space that’s growing both in urgency and complexity.

What’s fueling this surge? Three forces are converging. First, digital crime is getting more cunning. From sophisticated phishing schemes to elaborate money-laundering networks, cybercriminals are no longer just amateurs in basements. They’re organized, persistent, and frighteningly agile.

Second, the digital economy is booming. With more consumers shopping, banking, and transferring funds online, often through mobile apps or embedded financial tools, the attack surface for fraud is expanding rapidly. And third, the cavalry is finally coordinating. Regulators, financial institutions, and tech providers are moving beyond siloed responses to create smarter, more collaborative defences. The result? A cat-and-mouse game that’s escalating quickly, and North America is pouring in resources to stay several steps ahead.

Indeed, venture cash tells a sobering story. RegTech funding peaked at $18.6 billion in 2022, then plummeted to $5.3 billion in 2023 as rising interest rates and sceptical investors reined in enthusiasm. These figures, reported by FT-area boutique bankers, signal a shift from hype to hard questions on return on investment (ROI) and adoption timelines.

On paper, pitch decks promise up to a 90% reduction in AML false positives, a 70% acceleration in KYC onboarding, and 50% cost savings. In practice, independent lab tests show 40–60% false positive cuts, and onboarding speeds improve 15–40% but only after two or more years of integration. Net compliance spend drops closer to 18–25%, once tech, training, and data overheads are factored in.

And those hidden costs are real. JPMorgan spent $1.2 billion tidying legacy databases before deploying RegTech, according to published reports, and many banks now devote 30% of compliance hours to deciphering AI-driven decisions for regulators. That’s not efficiency. That’s human resources shifted, not freed.

Then there’s opacity in action. In 2023, an internal AI flagged 98% of Latin American remittances as high risk, without explanation. The result was a $45 million fine under discrimination and explainability rules. Regulators from the GDPR to New York’s financial authorities demand algorithmic transparency. But most RegTech platforms aren’t built from the ground up.

Data fragmentation compounds the challenge. One global tier‑1 bank operates across more than 2,300 siloed systems, with over 17,000 compliance data fields, many misaligned. Integrating RegTech here is data cartography on steroids. And once integrated, vendor lock-in starts squeezing. HSBC, for example, now pays a 22% annual premium to its provider after competitors were absorbed in consolidations.

Despite “democratizing compliance,” RegTech seems to favour muscle over agility. Global banks can absorb high costs and reap modest marginal gains. Community banks cannot. With platform pricing beginning near exorbitant prices, a projected 64% of smaller institutions admit they can’t afford it. Many compliance professionals, promised a transition to strategic roles, find themselves out of a job or under-skilled for the analytics era.

Worst of all, societal results don’t match the rhetoric. The global cost of fraud is estimated at $5.127 trillion annually. Trade-based financial crime alone accounts for $1.6 trillion of this total. E-commerce fraud is also a significant concern, with losses predicted to exceed $48 billion globally this year, according to Juniper Research. Suggesting that automation cleans the desk, not the system.

To add insult to injury, RegTech seems to trigger more regulation, not less. The EU’s MiCA crypto law, launched in 2024, introduced 287 new compliance directives, most of which assume the use of RegTech for monitoring and reporting. And internal comments from the SEC suggest a mindset shift: “If banks automate compliance, we’ll just demand more granular data.”

That paradox will echo loudest in markets like Ghana. RegTech adoption there will be slower and costlier. Ghanaian Tier 1 banks may pilot KYC or monitoring solutions but suffer from an underdeveloped data infrastructure, limited tech budgets, and gaps in skills. Without foundational data-hygiene investment, they’ll likely default to hybrid workflows, i.,e part human and part machine.

The Bank of Ghana assumes a critical gatekeeper role. It must walk a fine line between enforcing transparency for fintechs and avoiding the regulatory arms race seen in advanced economies.

Mandating RegTech without parallel capacity-building risks creating a two-tiered system. Digitally sophisticated incumbents and digitally stranded smaller banks and rural institutions.

Fintechs and payment providers will feel the squeeze. Early adopters might gain regulatory credibility. Others could face licensing threats or investor hesitations. Don’t be surprised when small fintechs partner with legacy banks, combining innovation with compliance pathways. Your guess is right, joint ventures born of necessity.

The social cost looms. If onboarding becomes slower and more expensive, Ghana’s financial inclusion gains could evaporate. Compliance must not become a barrier to entry.

In the end, RegTech remains triage, not transformation. It automates the routine, buries human judgment in opaque workflows, and begs for better design. The real winners on a global stage and in Ghana will be those who clean their data pipes before installing AI faucets, who design systems around informed humans, and who measure ROI not in buzzwords but in sustained, transparent performance.

Patience logs off again. Her dashboard still glows. The simple questions are solved. The hard questions? They’re still hers.

Author’s Note: This analysis is grounded in my professional observations and research within Ghana’s dynamic digital finance and telecom ecosystem. While I have endeavoured to provide thorough insights, I acknowledge the evolving nature of financial technologies, shifting regulatory landscapes, and emerging consumer behaviours that characterise this sector. I welcome constructive critique and encourage industry peers, stakeholders, and readers to share their perspectives. By exchanging knowledge and challenging assumptions, we can foster a deeper understanding of digital finance and financial inclusion in emerging markets. Let us engage in meaningful dialogue as we collectively pursue innovation and evidence-based progress in this transformative field.

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Precious Baidoo is a seasoned professional with nearly a decade of experience in Supply Chain Management. He holds a Master’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management and is CIPS, GIPS and CMILT certified. He is also a certified Digital Finance Practitioner (CDFP) with a deep interest in digital payments, digital identity, and emerging technologies. Precious blends his expertise with a passion for innovation. A lifelong learner and student of life, He is committed to continuous growth and leveraging knowledge to drive transformative solutions.

Tensions Rise Ahead of Akwatia By-Election as NPP Blue Army Issues Threats Following Death of MP Ernest Kumi

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A political storm is brewing in Akwatia ahead of the upcoming by-election, triggered by the untimely death of the Member of Parliament, Hon. Ernest Kumi, who passed away earlier this month.

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In what has become a growing concern for political stakeholders, the General Secretary of the NPP Blue Army, a known grassroots wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has issued a stern and controversial warning to rival factions.

Akwapim South MP partners Decathlon Ghana for youth football tournament in Aburi

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The Akuapim South Constituency came alive over the weekend with a vibrant two-day football festival as Member of Parliament Hon. Lawrencia Dziwornu, in collaboration with Decathlon Ghana, hosted the 2025 Showcase Tournament.

Held from July 19–20, the event brought together eight local teams, all playing under the theme “From the Community, For the Community.” The goal was simple but powerful — to unite the youth through football and uncover the next generation of sporting talent.

Beyond the action on the pitch, the tournament served as a platform for empowerment, exposure, and inspiration.

It aimed to support young people with dreams of building football careers both in Ghana and abroad. For Hon. Dziwornu, this was more than just a sporting event. It was a strategic step toward developing Akuapim South into a hub of leadership, talent, and opportunity.

Head of sales of Decathlon Ghana Thompson Agbodo with Akwapim South MP, Lawrencia Dziwornu

My vision is to have our people across key roles in all walks of life  across sports and business,” she said. “This is the beginning of something big for Akwapim South.

The competition featured eight community-based teams split into two groups. Group A included Banabas Aburi FC, Warriors FC, Courage Sporting Club, and Deportivo FC. Group B had Pokrom United, Okuapeman SC, Shaka Foundation, and Agape FC.

Each team was made up of 18 players, with unlimited substitutions allowed to ensure every player got the opportunity to play. Matches in the group stage were played in two halves of 15 minutes, while the knockout games extended to 25 minutes each half.

Some scenes from the tournament

After an intense round of group-stage battles, four teams advanced to the semi-finals. Shaka Foundation edged Agape FC on penalties, while Banabas FC narrowly defeated Pokrom United 1–0. In the third-place playoff, Pokrom United returned to beat Agape FC via another penalty shootout.

The final was a thrilling affair, with Banabas FC and Shaka Foundation locked in a fierce battle that ended in penalties. Banabas FC emerged victorious, winning 6–5 to lift the trophy.

Banabas FC receiving their medals and trophy

The tournament was not short of star power. Among the high-profile guests was the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, who praised the initiative and linked it to the government’s broader grassroots sports agenda.

You know, His Excellency the President has talked about grassroots schools and the need to develop them,” he remarked.

So when members of parliament take this seriously and organize such events, my role as minister is to lend support and motivate the young ones.

Also in attendance were former Black Stars player Afriyie Acquah, Jerry Akaminko, and Maxwell Konadu, whose presence served as added inspiration to the participants.

Their involvement reinforced the importance of grassroots football in Ghana’s broader sporting ecosystem.

Hon. Lawrencia Dziwornu presenting gifts to one  the participating teams

The success of this year’s Showcase Tournament confirmed that football can be a powerful vehicle for change. Hon. Dziwornu emphasized the need to blend sports with education as a sustainable path for youth development. Quoting an African proverb, she said,

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

With momentum building and the community energized, Akuapim South has firmly positioned itself as a rising force in sports development  and this tournament could be the foundation of something even greater to come.

We’re not just looking for a flagbearer, we want a presidential candidate – Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

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Former Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has cautioned the New Patriotic Party (NPP) against reducing its presidential primaries to a contest of popularity or eligibility alone.

In an interview on JoyNews’ PM Express on Monday, July 21, the party stalwart stressed that the stakes for the NPP and Ghana are too high for that kind of superficial approach.

“People are coming out there because they satisfy the qualification and eligibility criteria as set out in the party’s constitution or even the national constitution,” he acknowledged.

The context of his remarks followed a comment by host Evans Mensah suggesting that the party’s limited expansion of its electoral college may have opened the door to heavy monetisation of the primaries.

The host noted that the new system, while larger than before, still leaves room for well-funded aspirants to target delegates and influence outcomes.

“But you see, whoever should be the president of this country, we are not looking at just the qualification, eligibility criteria for whoever should be our president.”

His critique, directed at the party’s internal processes and the character of the emerging contest, signalled a deeper concern: the growing focus on who can contest rather than who should lead.

“We are not just looking for a flagbearer,” the former Suame MP declared. “We are looking for a president or a presidential candidate.”

Referencing a pivotal moment in the NPP’s political history, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu recalled the warning of party elder Kwame Pianim in 2007, when 17 aspirants vied to succeed President J.A. Kufuor.

“Pianim stepped in and made a profound statement that ‘NPP, you’re not looking for a flagbearer. People seem to think that we are looking for a flagbearer. As for the flagbearership, any idiot could become the flagbearer.’ But we are looking beyond the flagbearer, because you are looking for a presidential candidate who ultimately will become the president of this country.”

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BoG Refutes Dollar Shortage Claims

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BoG Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiamah

 

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has assured the public that there is sufficient foreign exchange supply to meet market demand.

Responding to claims from some traders and businesses about delays in accessing dollars to complete transactions, particularly from their foreign currency accounts, the BoG said the current challenges stem not from a lack of foreign exchange, but from strict enforcement of existing foreign exchange laws requiring full documentation for dollar transactions.

A senior official at the BoG explained, “Last week, someone was complaining about delays in forex transfer. We investigated, only to find out that his documentation was inadequate. We want to make sure that all these withdrawals and transfers are backed by the required and adequate documentation. The Bank of Ghana has a duty to manage Ghana’s forex reserves prudently,” the official stated.

The source further stressed that commercial banks cannot process forex transactions without proper paperwork.

“We should also understand that commercial banks will not carry out these transfers if they are not backed by the right documentation,” the official added.

The President of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), Dr. Joseph Obeng, first raised the issue at the Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting, citing difficulties traders face in accessing dollars from banks.

Following engagements with the Bank of Ghana, GUTA has since issued a statement confirming that the central bank has reassured traders of adequate forex availability.

GUTA has urged its members and the broader business community to remain calm as discussions continue.

Meanwhile, the Chief Executive of the Ghana Association of Banks, John Awuah, says the association has launched its own investigation to understand the situation.

He also advised against large over-the-counter withdrawals of dollars, citing global best practice.

“We should understand that the dollar is not our currency and any time one wants to withdraw, that has to be justified,” he said.

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Tamale drug dealer fined GHS1.68m; faces 25-year jail term over payment default

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A Circuit Court in Tamale has found one Alhaji Sayuti guilty of possession of illegal drugs following an intelligence-led operation that took place on Tuesday, July 15, around 1:30 p.m. at his over-the-counter chemical shop near Victory Cinema in Aboabo, Tamale.

The court, presided over by Francis Asubayere, fined the 53-year-old pharmaceutical distributor an amount of GH₵1,680,000, equivalent to 14,000 penalty units, on each charge set to run concurrently.

Access Bank Ghana named Best Bank in Ghana by Euromoney for 2025

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Managing Director, Access Bank (Ghana) PLC, Olumide Olatunji in photo at Euromoney Awards for Excellence held in London

Access Bank Ghana has once again been recognized as the Best Bank in Ghana at the 2025 Euromoney Awards for Excellence, reaffirming its industry leadership, consistent innovation, and outstanding service delivery in the Ghanaian banking sector.

The award, presented at a high-profile ceremony attended by global financial leaders, was received by a delegation from Access Bank led by Managing Director, Olumide Olatunji; Executive Director, Wholesale Banking, James Bruce; Head, Human Resources, Nana Adu Kyeremateng; Head, SME Sectors, Katherine Ampomah, and Head, Corporate Communications & Brands Management, Edward Nelson-Addy.

Speaking after receiving the award, Olumide Olatunji, Managing Director of Access Bank (Ghana) PLC, expressed appreciation to customers and stakeholders for their confidence in the Bank’s brand and services.

“We are honoured to be named the Best Bank in Ghana once again by Euromoney. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, the loyalty of our customers, and the impact of our innovation-driven strategy. We remain committed to delivering exceptional value and advancing the financial wellbeing of all Ghanaians,” he said.

This is the second time Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has won Euromoney’s ‘Best Bank in Ghana’ accolade, following its 2023 win which acknowledged the bank’s position as a leading provider of exceptional banking services and its significant contributions to the banking sector, particularly in a challenging financial environment. Specifically, Euromoney highlighted Access Bank’s return to profitability in the first quarter of 2023 and its consistent completion of capital markets transactions.

In 2024, the Bank received the coveted ‘Best ESG Bank’ in Ghana by Euromoney Awards for Excellence. This award acknowledged Access Bank Ghana’s dedication to ESG principles and its contributions to the Ghanaian market through various initiatives. The award underscored the bank’s commitment to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, governance excellence, and a dedication to diversity and inclusion.  

In addition to this latest honour, Access Bank Ghana was also named ‘Best Bank in Ghana’ by Global Finance earlier this year marking a double victory for 2025 and further solidifying the Bank’s reputation as a trusted and forward-thinking financial institution.

Access Bank Ghana continues to play a pivotal role in shaping Ghana’s financial ecosystem, championing digital transformation, driving financial inclusion, and supporting businesses across all sectors of the economy.

The Euromoney Award adds to a growing list of local and international accolades, reflecting Access Bank’s broader ambition to become the world’s most respected African bank. Euromoney is a widely respected global financial media conglomerate that covers global banking, macroeconomics, and capital markets, including debt and equity. It also runs several independent industry surveys that have become the benchmarks for excellence in various categories of banking and finance.

Access Bank has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to understanding its customers’ needs, consistently delivering exceptional service, and empowering individuals and businesses alike. Since its inception, Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has been at the forefront of the financial sector, providing a wide range of innovative banking solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of its customers. With a vision to be the world’s most respected African bank, Access Bank continues to build long-lasting partnerships that drive sustainable growth and economic transformation.

Access Bank is a leading full-service universal bank providing financial services to individuals, SMEs, and corporations. The Bank operates from more than 700 branches and service outlets across 24 countries in Africa and the rest of the world, including the UAE, UK, Hong Kong, Malta, and France, along with three representative offices in China, India, and Lebanon. Access Bank is passionate about fostering inclusive growth, especially among underserved populations such as the youth. With a strong focus on youth empowerment, innovation, and financial inclusion, Access Bank continues to create opportunities for individuals and businesses to thrive in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

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‘Ebony is still the 2019 VGMA Artiste of the Year’

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CEO of Rufftown Records, Ricky Nana Agyemang, popularly known as Bullet, has stated that the late Ebony Reigns should still be regarded as the Artiste of the Year for VGMA 2019.

In a post on Instagram on July 21, 2025, Bullet reacted to the recent conversation surrounding the 2019 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA), which remains one of the most controversial moments in the history of the awards scheme.

That year, the Artiste of the Year award was not announced due to chaos that broke out on stage during the event.

A disagreement between Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale leading to a scuffle after a gun was pulled in the auditorium.

In a recent interview on Asempa FM, Stonebwoy stated that he believes he should have been declared the winner of that award and called on organisers of the event, Charterhouse, to make it official.

Responding to the renewed conversation, Bullet reminded the public that after the incident in 2019, the VGMA board noted that since the award was not announced, the reigning winner from 2018, Ebony, would still hold the title.

Bullet, who managed Ebony during her career, believes that continuing to argue about the 2019 award only brings back painful memories, especially for those who were affected by the incident.

He called on the public and industry stakeholders to let the matter rest and give Ebony the respect she deserves.

“Why has the 2019 TGMA chaos discussion resurfaced? From what I remember it was mentioned that Ebony still Reigns as the artiste of the year because there was confusion from one team and a GUN was pulled by the other Team. I think we should respect the decision made by the scheme and everybody should go on with their lives.

“This discussion brings back Sour memories and tends to promote violence in the music industry. Do you know the number of people especially kids that are still traumatised by that ‘GUN’ move? That discussion must seize today and forever. Ebony remains the artiste of the year for 2019,” Bullet wrote.

Meanwhile, watch what Jane Reindorf Osei says about Ghana’s readiness for tourism investment:

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Chinese investor unwraps US$5.8 million scam by Ashie-Moore’s accuser

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A Chinese businesswoman has accused the Singaporean national currently in police custody of alleging that Emmanuel Nii Ashie-Moore, the Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is the real perpetrator of a multimillion-dollar business scam.

Sounding angry, Liang Liubing revealed a US$3 million fraud case and declared her full support for Ashie-Moore, vowing to present concrete evidence in court to prove the NDC Regional Chairman’s innocence.

Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Sunday, July 20, 2025, Madam Liubing, who is the Managing Director of Foshan Yuejiawin Wire and Cable Co. Ltd, stated her readiness to submit documentary evidence that she believes will clear Ashie-Moore of any wrongdoing in the ongoing legal matter.

“I am fully prepared to provide the court with all relevant documents, including bank transfers, communications, videos, and photographs,” she said. “These records will prove beyond doubt that Mr. Ashie-Moore is innocent.”

Established in 1999, Foshan Yuejiaxin specialises in wires and cables. Its main products include power cables, electrical cables, control cables, housing wires, mineral insulation cables, and prefabricated branch cables.

Ms Liang Liubing, also a Director of NSG Innovations Ltd in Ghana, accused Toh You Kang of lying that Mr Ashie-Moore had duped him of US$800,000.

She spoke through two interpreters from China and Ghana: Shawn Li Ming, a Chinese national, and Deputy Superintendent Frimpong Yeboah of the Ghana Immigration Service, respectively.

In a detailed account, Liang explained how she was introduced to Ghana through Ashie-Moore, whom she described as “focused and sincere” in his business dealings.

According to her, it was at an investment fair organised in China by Ashie-Moore that she first established contact with the Ghanaian, and subsequently decided to invest in the African country, believing in its opportunities.

She categorically denied having any sexual relationship with Mr Ashie-Moore, saying such claims were malicious fabrications orchestrated by Toh You Kang, who she claims sent photos of her with Ashie-Moore at the Kotoka airport to her husband in an attempt to destroy her family and reputation as having extramarital affairs with the NDC regional chairman.

“He threatened my family, my children, and even my in-laws. He threatened me not to return to Ghana,” she said, describing a campaign of intimidation allegedly waged by Toh You Kang, whom she said also owes her some US$600,000.

According to Liang, due to her limited proficiency in English, Toh You Kang was added to the Ghana branch of her company, NSG Innovations Ltd, as an intermediary and interpreter.

She stated that Toh used this position of trust to misappropriate funds intended to support business operations in Ghana. At the same time, some colleagues of Toh in Singapore, including his brother, who were to help set up a branch of the company in that country, have also disappeared with the company’s money.

“In 2024 alone, between May and August, he gave me and my daughter over 43 different bank accounts to transfer money into. He said the money was for Ashie-Moore, but Ashie later complained that he hadn’t received any of it,” she stated.

She further alleged that Toh You Kang collected approximately US$40,000 under the pretext that Ashie-Moore needed it for upkeep and an additional US$60,000 supposedly for watches, of which only US$10,000 was ever accounted for.

Liang also refuted Toh’s claims that he funded campaign materials for Ashie-Moore. She explained that in July 2024, both Toh and Ashie travelled to China to purchase items such as watches, scarves, bags, and souvenirs intended for political events. The total cost of the items was estimated at US$200,000.

“Toh claimed he paid for the election materials. That is a total lie. Mr Ashie-Moore paid every penny himself,” she said, insisting that she has documentary evidence, including receipts and signatures, to support this claim.

She confirmed her readiness to appear before the Dansoman Circuit Court to testify and provide evidence in the ongoing case. She also mentioned that a separate US$2.8 million fraud case involving Toh You Kang is yet to commence.

Her account includes business trips to Dubai and Ghana, as well as photos and videos from meetings, and documents that show the scale of her investment, which runs into US$5.8 million, and her employment of numerous people.

Liang noted that transferring funds from China had become increasingly difficult, so she eventually relied on the Singaporean and entrusted him to conduct the transaction through his bank account until May this year, something she now deeply regrets.

She was introduced to Toh by a late Singaporean businessman named Tony, who was helping her set up a branch of an electrical cable manufacturing company in Cambodia. Unfortunately, he died from COVID-19, leaving her in the hands of Toh, who started a fraud scheme against her from China, moved to Singapore, and ultimately to Ghana.

“I have all the records of Toh’s expenses, his plane tickets, hotel bills, food, everything. He doesn’t pay for anything himself. My company has covered all those costs,” she added.

Meanwhile, efforts to locate Toh You Kang’s brother, allegedly involved in the matter, have so far proven unsuccessful.

According to her, all business dealings related to the transaction were conducted through Toh You Kang, a Singaporean national who served as a mediator between her and Ashie-Moore due to language barriers.

Madam Liu Bing further alleged that Toh You Kang not only misrepresented the nature of the deal but also issued threats to her and her family. She expressed confidence that the evidence she possesses, including threatening messages, will not only expose Toh’s actions but also lead to justice being served.

“Ghanaians should not believe the false claims being circulated by Toh You Kang,” the owner of NSG Innovations Ltd, based in Ghana, also added, insisting that “The truth will come out in court, and I believe justice will prevail.”

Madam Liubing’s public defense of Ashie-Moore adds a new dimension to a case that has attracted widespread attention due to the high-profile individuals involved and the substantial amount of money at stake.

Toh You Kang, 33, is currently in custody after being charged with defrauding Madam Liubing of US$3 million under the pretext of establishing a cable manufacturing business in Ghana. He has pleaded not guilty to the charge of defrauding by false pretences, contrary to Section 131(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).

The case, which is before the Dansoman Circuit Court, is being presided over by Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit. Prosecutors Chief Inspector Christopher Wonder and Chief Inspector Kwadwo Aboagye told the court that Toh used the identity of Ashie-Moore to gain Liubing’s trust.

Between May and August 2024, Toh allegedly introduced himself to Ashie-Moore as an expert in the cable industry and proposed a joint venture. Ashie-Moore, believing the project was legitimate, facilitated communication with Madam Liubing, who eventually transferred US$3 million into an account reportedly controlled by Toh.

Investigations later revealed that Toh had not transferred the funds to Ashie-Moore, and instead, allegedly fled with the money. He was arrested on May 28, 2025, upon his return to Ghana at Kotoka International Airport. During questioning, he admitted receiving the funds but denied that they were intended for Ashie-Moore.

The case has been referred to the Attorney General’s Office for legal advice, given the magnitude and international implications of the matter. The court has ordered that investigations be expedited, and the case is expected to resume on July 31, 2025.

BoG pegs quarter-ounce gold coin at GH¢9,771.51

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The investment price of the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) gold coins continues to soar, a development attributed to the Ghana cedi’s appreciation against the US dollar.

The Central Bank introduced these gold coins as a strategic measure to discourage the hoarding of US dollars and absorb excess liquidity in the market, ultimately aiming to strengthen the cedi against major foreign currencies.

As of Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the BoG reported the following updated prices for its gold coins:

• The 0.25 oz coin is now selling at GH¢9,771.51, up from GH¢9685.87 on July 21, 2025.

• The 0.50 oz coin is priced at GH¢18,824.53, up from GH¢18,653.43.

• The 1.00 oz coin is selling for GH¢36,973.34, up from GH¢36,631.29.

The Ghana gold coin is available in three denominations; one-ounce, half-ounce, and quarter-ounce, and can be purchased through commercial banks.

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Climate crisis causing food price spikes around the world, scientists say

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A farmer carries harvested cocoa pods at a farm in Assin Foso, Ghana A farmer carries harvested cocoa pods at a farm in Assin Foso, Ghana

South Korean cabbage, Australian lettuce, Japanese rice, Brazilian coffee and Ghanaian cocoa are among the many foods that have been hit by price hikes following extreme climate events since 2022, a team of international scientists has found.

The research released on Monday cites, among other examples, a 280 percent spike in global cocoa prices in April 2024, following a heatwave in Ghana and the Ivory Coast, and a 300 percent jump in lettuce prices in Australia after floods in 2022.

In the vast majority of cases, the increase in prices came soon after heatwaves, including a 70 percent increase in cabbage prices in South Korea in September 2024, a 48 percent increase in rice prices in Japan in September 2024, and an 81 percent increase in potato prices in India in early 2024.

Other price increases were linked to drought, such as a 2023 drought in Brazil that preceded a 55 percent increase in global coffee prices the following year, and a 2022 drought in Ethiopia that came before overall food prices there increased by 40 percent in 2023.

The research, published by six European research organisations along with the European Central Bank, was released before the United Nations Food Systems Summit, which will be co-hosted by Ethiopia and Italy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from July 27 to July 29.

“Until we get to net zero emissions extreme weather will only get worse, but it’s already damaging crops and pushing up the price of food all over the world,” the report’s lead author, Maximillian Kotz, from the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, said in a press release.

“People are noticing, with rising food prices number two on the list of climate impacts they see in their lives, second only to extreme heat itself,” Kotz added, noting that low-income families are often the most affected when “the price of food shoots up”.

The report comes as the cost of living, including food affordability, has been a key issue for many voters heading to elections around the world in recent years, including in Japan, where the price of rice was on many voters’ minds as they headed to the polls this weekend.

Grocery prices were also key election issues in the United States and the United Kingdom in 2024 and in Argentina in 2023.

“In the UK, climate change added £360 [$482] to the average household food bill across 2022 and 2023 alone,” one of the report’s co-authors, Amber Sawyer, from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU), said in a press release.

“Last year, the UK had its third worst arable harvest on record, and England its second worst, following extreme rainfall that scientists said was made worse by climate change,” she added.

Under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), governments have committed to cutting the global emissions that are driving the climate crisis by 2.6 percent from 2019 to 2030.

However, these commitments fall well short of the reductions scientists say are needed to stay within reach of a Paris Agreement target to limit global temperature rises to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit).

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is expected to deliver a landmark advisory opinion on states’ legal obligations to address climate change on Wednesday, in a case brought by Vanuatu and backed by many Global South countries.

Amanda Agyapong Addresses Backlash From Video Of Her Spoon-Feeding Moesha Boduong Amid Her Recovery

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Amanda Agyapong has responded to critics after receiving criticisms over a video from her visit to Moesha Boduong’s home

Kennedy Agyapong’s wife shared an update on the embattled model’s health as she continued with her recovery from her health woes

Amanda Agyapong also detailed the reasons behind her decision to share the video on social media

Amanda Agyapong, the wife of Ghanaian business mogul Kennedy Agyapong, has broken her silence amid backlash over a recent video she shared from her visit to Moesha Boduong’s residence.

On Friday, July 18, 2025, the former wife of footballer Afriyie Acquah visited her embattled friend Moesha at her home as she continued with her recovery from a severe stroke that left her partially paralysed and bedridden.

During her visit, Amanda Agyapong interacted with the embattled actress, who sat on the edge of a bed wearing a pata pata dress made from African print.

In a video that went viral on social media, Mandy spoon-fed Moesha Boduong with rice from an aluminium foil plate.

As Moesha ate her food, Amanda Agyapong started a conversation with the embattled socialite, whose eyes lit as she placed her left hand on her mouth in amazement.

The sad video triggered outrage from Ghanaians, who questioned Amanda’s decision to share the video on social media and invade Moesha Boduong’s privacy.

In a recent post on her Snapchat page, which was circulated on Instagram by bloggers, Amanda Agyapong shared an update on Moesha Boduong’s condition.

She noted that the embattled socialite was making significant progress in her recovery from the stroke and was gradually regaining her full fitness.

Kennedy Agyapong’s wife also explained her decision to share the controversial video of herself spoon-feeding Moesha Boduong on social media.

Amanda Agyapong explained that she did not share the video out of malice and that the socialite instructed her to do so because she thought it was cute.

She noted that Moesha Boduong had also shared the video on her WhatsApp status. The entrepreneur also pledged to continue supporting her friend.

In a social media post, she wrote:

“I want to clarify that Moesha Boduong is doing well and is currently halfway through her recovery journey. The video of her eating that circulated on social media was not shared out of malice.

“It was actually Moesha’s idea, as she thought it was cute and sent it to me to post. She had posted on her WhatsApp status herself. I fully support her and continue to stand by her as she heals.”

Galamsey fight must protect livelihoods, not kill responsible mining – South Tongu MP

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The Member of Parliament for South Tongu, Maxwell Lukutor, has stressed the need for a balanced approach in addressing the galamsey menace, arguing that while illegal mining must be tackled, responsible small-scale mining must be allowed to continue.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Tuesday, July 22, the legislator pointed out that mining has long been part of Ghana’s socio-economic fabric, and therefore cannot be eliminated.

However, he emphasised the importance of enforcing responsible practices to protect the environment and communities.

“From where I sit, I think the government is making some inroads. The whole thing is very dicey. It is a bread-and-butter issue. That is why I say we are looking for ways to enumerate the issue to make sure that we have alternate means of livelihood for some of these people because they are still Ghanaians,” he said.

According to Lukutor, the reality on the ground is that mining yields significant income for many, and efforts to end it entirely would be both unrealistic and detrimental to livelihoods.

“Mining has been with us and it will continue to be there. It is the irresponsible ones that we are talking about. So once we fish out the irresponsible ones, people will continue to mine. The amount of money that they make from mining is not a joke. So we cannot stop everybody, but we have to make sure that they do it responsibly,” he added.

His comments come at a time when the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources is intensifying regulatory measures in the small-scale mining sector. On Monday, July 21, 2025, the Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, disclosed that 962 small-scale mining licences may soon be revoked following an audit conducted by a ministerial committee.

The committee reviewed a total of 1,278 mining licences and cleared only 316 of them. The remaining 962 were found to contain several irregularities, including documentation gaps, procedural anomalies, and poor data quality.

The Minister has given affected license holders a two-week ultimatum to correct the anomalies or risk permanent revocation of their licences.

Supreme Court quashes bench warrant for Kevin Taylor’s arrest

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The Supreme Court has quashed a bench warrant issued in 2020 for the arrest of US-based Ghanaian journalist Kevin Taylor.

The warrant had been issued by a High Court over alleged contemptuous comments Taylor made against Justice Eric Kyei Baffour.

The apex court ruled that the warrant was unlawful and should not have been issued under the circumstances.

The decision effectively brings to an end a five-year legal standoff that stemmed from Taylor’s critical commentary on a case presided over by Justice Kyei Baffour.

The Accra High Court in January 2020 issued a bench warrant for the arrest of social media commentator Kevin Ebo Taylor.

The warrant, issued on Thursday, January 16, 2020, by Justice Eric Kyei-Baffour directed Taylor to appear before the court and explain why he should not be jailed for contempt.

This followed a video he circulated on Facebook, which the court deemed offensive and injurious to the administration of justice.

Justice Kyei-Baffour issued the order ahead of the cross-examination of Eugene Baffour-Bonnie, a former Board Chairman of the National Communications Authority (NCA) and one of five individuals standing trial for allegedly embezzling $4 million from the NCA.

In the video, Taylor accused Justice Kyei-Baffour of being elevated to the Court of Appeal as a reward for allegedly doing the government’s bidding in the ongoing trial.

Delivering his ruling, Justice Kyei-Baffour described Taylor’s comments as scandalous and a direct attack on the judiciary, intended to incite public disaffection toward the court.

Boardroom Governance Team Engages Chief Of Staff

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The team with Julius Debrah

 

Organizers of the Boardroom Governance Summit have reaffirmed their commitment to promoting governance excellence, ethical leadership, and national development with a high-level courtesy call to the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, at the Jubilee House ahead of the 2025 edition of the Summit.

The strategic engagement, held under the auspices of Ghana’s Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, who will also be the Guest of Honor at the Summit in October, marks the beginning of this year’s journey toward the much-anticipated Summit, which is expected to spotlight the national importance of effective corporate governance.

The courtesy call was led by the Convenor, industrialist and global governance advocate, Professor Douglas Boateng in collaboration with, the Institute of Directors Ghana (IoD-Gh), Ghana Bar Association, Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE), State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) and other partners.

Speaking during the engagement, the Chief of Staff reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to promoting governance excellence across all spheres of national life.

“As a nation, there are times when we become accustomed to our usual ways of doing things, and we need someone to prompt us, because if you keep doing the same thing repeatedly, you tend to become complacent. That’s why we’re excited about this summit: it offers a platform to discuss and strategize on how best we can run our institutions and companies more efficiently,” he said.

Mr. Debrah further emphasised that robust governance structures are foundational to effective public sector delivery and private sector growth, particularly in the face of today’s complex global challenges. “From time to time, we must pause and reflect: what are we doing right, and what are we doing wrong? President Mahama intends to reinvigorate our systems of governance in areas where we have become lax,” he added.

In his remarks, Professor Douglas Boateng highlighted the importance of national ownership in the governance discourse. “Today’s courtesy call on the government is a reaffirmation of our shared belief that board governance excellence, particularly at the boardroom level, is not a peripheral discussion but a national imperative,” said Prof. Boateng.

He added that the principles guiding boardrooms should extend beyond corporate spaces to public decision-making bodies.

He stated, “It is important to remember that boardrooms are not only in corporate towers. Cabinets and ministerial committees are also boardrooms where decisions shaping the destiny of the nation are made. Like corporate boards, they must be guided by best-practice principles of transparency, accountability, competence, and ethical stewardship.”

This year’s engagement builds on the momentum generated by the maiden edition in 2024, which brought together over 700 C-suite executives and governance professionals to explore the intricate relationship between boardroom governance, accountability, and sustainable development.

With this year’s summit projected to draw an even larger participation and deeper stakeholder engagement, the 2025 edition promises to further entrench the values of ethical leadership and long-term value creation in Ghana’s corporate and public sector institutions.

By Samuel Boadi

Ewurabena Aubynn officially sworn in as Ablekuma North MP

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The Member of Parliament-elect for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has officially been sworn into office by the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin.

Her swearing-in, which took place on Tuesday, was preceded by a walkout by the Minority Caucus. The protest followed the Speaker’s decision to deny a request from Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annor Dompreh, to deliver a statement before the ceremony.

Aubynn’s swearing-in comes after a fiercely contested parliamentary rerun in the Ablekuma North constituency.

The rerun was held in 19 polling stations following the Electoral Commission’s (EC) decision to nullify the results of the original December 2024 election due to widespread concerns over electoral irregularities and the submission of unauthenticated pink sheets.

The EC’s move to withhold final results was based on formal complaints citing unsigned result forms, discrepancies in vote tallies, and procedural violations during the collation process.

In the rerun conducted earlier this month, Aubynn secured a narrow victory with 34,090 votes, defeating the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Akua Afriyie, who garnered 33,881 votes.

Her win adds to the NDC’s parliamentary strength and marks another major gain for the party in a traditionally NPP-leaning constituency.

 

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