Edem Agbana, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for Ketu North, has declared that the NDC will go into the Ablekuma North election rerun without fear or favour.
According to Edem Agbana, the NDC will go to every lengths to ensure that Ewurabena Aubynn, their candidate, is declared the winner of the Ablekuma North election.
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Former Member of Parliament for Okaikoi North, Issah Fuseini, has affirmed that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will fully participate in the Electoral Commission’s (EC) announced parliamentary rerun in the Ablekuma North Constituency.
His assurance follows the EC’s decision to rerun elections in 19 polling stations within the constituency, citing disputes over the authenticity of results from the December 7, 2024, general elections. The decision has sparked controversy, with the NPP rejecting the move and describing it as “unjust.”
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, July 5, Fuseini dismissed any suggestion that the NPP might boycott the rerun.
“And for the NDC to think that we will probably boycott it, no, it is not like us. We’ll not boycott this election [Ablekuma North],” He noted.
Fuseini also raised concerns about the EC’s decision, implying it may have been influenced by political pressure.
However, he maintained that the party remains committed to pursuing democratic processes.
In a statement issued on July 2, 2025, the Election Management Body (EMB) explained that its decision followed extensive consultations and a review of the electoral process in the affected areas.
According to the EC, the rerun is necessary because, although scanned results from the 19 polling stations had been approved by party agents, they were not verified by the respective Presiding Officers, as required under electoral procedures.
The rerun will be conducted in 19 out of the 37 polling stations in the constituency, as the remaining 18 were not affected by the dispute.
The EC has not officially responded to the NPP’s accusations. The rerun in the 19 polling stations is expected to be closely monitored amid heightened political tension and scrutiny from both major parties.
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Media personality, IK Osakioduwa, has said that changing his surname to Osakioduwa marked a turning point in his life and career.
He revealed this during a conversation with actress and host Nancy Isime on her show aired Saturday, where he described how the decision to drop his former surname came after a personal moment of identity awakening at a military hospital in Ikeja.
According to him, the shift began during a visit to a military hospital in Ikeja with his father, a serving officer in the Nigerian Army.
He recalled how something as routine as registering his name stirred an internal awakening.
“My dad was in the army. There was something I needed to get treated for medically, and we went to a military hospital. When you go there, because it’s a military hospital, you have to state who you are, whose child or ward you are,” he explained.
“I thought to myself, ‘I’m almost a full-on adult. And I’m still saying I’m so-and-so’s son?’ That moment made me realise I needed to wake up and start building my own identity.”
“Back then, IK’s surname was Obiara, but that encounter him to question everything was inspired by the biblical story of Jacob, whose name changed after wrestling with God.
“I started researching my own name. Then I discovered my surname is embedded in some deity somewhere. I’m like, what does that mean? No, I’m a Christian. So I was like, okay, I want a different name,” he said.
He explained further that what followed was a four-year battle to convince his father to approve the change. With quiet support from his mother, and after many prayers. He said, he finally adopted Osakioduwa—a name he believes aligns with his faith and destiny.
“I know ‘Osa’ is God. ‘Ioduwa’ means God opens the door to wealth. Like… now that’s a name,” he said, smiling.
Since the switch, IK says his life took a remarkable turn, both spiritually and professionally.
“That name literally changed my life. My door to wealth opened,” he added.
Kofi Bentil, the vice president of policy think tank IMANI Africa, has fired shots at Jean Mensa-led the Electoral Commission.
According to Kofi Bentil, five SHS students will unanimously tell you EC is at fault over their decision to rerun the Ablekuma North parliamentary election.
Kofi Bentil further shockingly stated that SHS students could have resolved the issue surrounding the Ablekuma North election more effectively than the EC has done.
Capt Amoabeng, studied at the University of Ghana between 1971 and 1974
Popular Ghanaian businessman, Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng (Rtd) has painted a nostalgic and mouthwatering image of university life in the 1970s, recalling how students were not only well-fed and pampered, but were also paid to study.
In an interview with Kafui Dey, Capt Kofi Amoabeng, who studied at the University of Ghana, Legon, between 1971 and 1974, described the campus routine as “cozy – very, very, very cozy.”
He recalled that students enjoyed three square meals with options, from things like boiled yam to salad and chicken and even ice cream, as well as tea and coffee stations available to them.
“You have three square meals with options. You can decide I don’t like yam, I want salad and chicken. And you chose what you wanted. Free meals. And then when you finish, there’s ice cream.
“And when you come there, there’s tea or coffee, tea with milk, or tea with almond. You come with your flask and fill it and take sugar and go,” he recounted.
His also recalled how university students in those days received annual stipends of 100 old Ghana cedis, broken into three.
“We were paid… we call it ‘Millions.’ It was GH¢100 for the whole academic year, GH¢34 first term, GH¢34 second term, and GH¢32 third term,” he said.
With that modest stipend, Amoabeng shared how he would treat himself by hiring a taxi from campus to the Continental Hotel (now Golden Tulip/Lancaster), enjoying a mini beer and a pack of Rothmans cigarettes, then returning, all on just GH¢1.
“The money was powerful, and then I’ll take GH¢5 to go to Lomé to shop and come back. You buy maybe some apples for a girl you are chasing.
“Togo was where you went to see some kind of supermarket and things like that,” he shared.
He also recalled that students from poorer backgrounds often supported their families financially, thanks to these stipends.
Beyond the perks, he highlighted the robust academic support system and praised the infrastructure and guidance he received.
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Kennedy Osei Nyarko is the Akim Swedru Member of Parliament
Akim Swedru Member of Parliament, Kennedy Osei Nyarko has condemned the government’s decision to build 600 CHPS compounds across the country by the close of 2025.
He argues that there are hospitals that are being built across the country, and therefore, resources should be invested in them rather than building CHPS compounds.
Making his position on the matter known in a Facebook post, he said even if the current government does not support the Agenda 111 Hospitals, Ghanaians back it and therefore the government needs to ensure they are completed.
To him, it is about time the country criminalizes the decision of successive governments to abandon ongoing projects and start new ones just for political reasons.
His post read “I think we are a sick nation. We have over hundred district hospitals currently ongoing with some at even 70% completion and instead for us to complete them to serve as a primary health care facilities that can handle all major medical conditions at the district level we are rather interested in building 600 new CHP compounds at villages.”
He added, “Where will the CHP facilities refer all the major cases to at the district level? We should not allow politics to destroy this country. Ghana is the only country we have. The NDC Government may not be interested in the previous administration’s Agenda 111 hospital projects but the good people living within these (111) districts needs them. They can’t continue traveling to other districts or cities to seek for medical care.
“We must not allow politicians to do this to the country. We must criminalize the decision whereby successive Governments abandons ongoing projects and start new ones just for political reasons”.
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Minister in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, announced an ambitious healthcare infrastructure project aimed at boosting access to basic health services across Ghana.
Speaking during an interview with the media, Kwakye Ofosu disclosed that the government plans to construct over 2,000 Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds within the next four years.
According to him, the initiative has already kicked off with a directive for each district to build two new CHPS compounds within the year, a move that is expected to result in nearly 600 new facilities by the end of 2025 or, at the very least, the commencement of work on them.
“Each district is required to construct two new CHPS compounds this year,” he said.
“So if you put that together, we are talking about almost close to 600 CHPS compounds that will be put up this year alone — or at least work on them will start this year.”
Kwakye Ofosu, who confirmed that his District Chief Executive (DCE) is fully on board with the initiative, emphasized that this strategy forms part of a broader effort to decentralize healthcare delivery and bring services closer to underserved communities.
“If we maintain the tempo, that should give us over 2,000 CHPS compounds in the next four years,” he stated.
“This is a significant step towards improving healthcare services for the people of Ghana.”
The CHPS strategy is designed to provide basic primary healthcare, maternal and child health services, and preventive care — especially in rural and peri-urban communities where access to hospitals is limited.
MC Yaa Yeboah stressed that consent can be withdrawn at any time during a sexual act
Ghanaian media personality, MC Yaa Yeboah, has warned men against forcing a woman to engage in sexual activities with them, irrespective of their relationship.
Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz, Yeboah stressed that consent can be withdrawn at any time during a sexual act, and men must immediately stop when a woman says “no” or “stop,” regardless of how far the act has gone.
“The thing about rape is that a woman can come to your room and engage in sexual acts with you, but the moment she says ‘stop,’ just stop,” she emphasised. “If you do not stop, it’s rape,” she continued.
She advised that instead of forcing a woman, men should rather choose to sexually please themselves.
“It is better as a man for you to please yourself than to force a lady to have sex with you. Because if you force her and she reports you, you will find yourself wanting,” she said.
Her comments come in the wake of renewed discussions surrounding rape and consent, following the recent rape allegations against Ghanaian footballer and former Arsenal star, Thomas Partey.
Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault involving three women, with alleged incidents occurring between 2021 and 2022.
Partey, who denies all charges, is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 5. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) authorised the charges after a three-year Metropolitan Police investigation.
Partey’s contract with Arsenal expired on June 30, 2025. The club faced criticism for allowing him to play during the investigation, with advocacy groups like Arsenal Supporters Against Sexual Violence (ASASV) calling for stricter policies on player suspensions during such cases.
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Thomas Partey Rape Charges: It would be better to sexually please yourself than to force a woman just because she has given you consent – Yaa Yeboah #UnitedShowbiz pic.twitter.com/0kqczWqZXU
— UTV Ghana (@utvghana) July 6, 2025
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Kwame Nkrumah shared many broadcasts from his exile in Guinea
The first ever coup d’état Ghana experienced took place on February 24, 1966. And to make it even more historical, it was Ghana’s very first president, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah who was overthrown.
Dr Nkrumah was not in the country when this took place, as he was in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, executing an assignment on behalf of Ghana.
Kwame Nkrumah was on a peacemaking trip over the Vietnam War, leaving a 3-person presidential commission in charge of the country.
But that became his undoing when he was overthrown by Col EK Kotoka, Major AA Afrifa and the then Inspector-General of Police, JWK Harley, on the dawn of February 24, 1966, while Nkrumah was still on the peace mission in Asia.
To announce the coup, the plotters used the state radio, with the words; “Kwame Nkrumah is overthrown, and the myth surrounding him is broken.”
Unable to return to Ghana from Hanoi, Kwame Nkrumah found refuge in Guinea, from where he occasionally shared radio broadcasts with Ghanaians.
In one of those broadcasts, as is with the one captured in this article, Nkrumah lamented the attempts, through his overthrow by neo-colonialists, to take over all the gains he had led Ghana to chalk.
He made the broadcast via Guinea’s “Voice of the Revolution” radio station.
Read the full contents of his address below:
Fellow countrymen, my heart is heavy as I witness the damage which this clique of neo-colonialist conspirators are doing to our country at the bidding of their overseas neo-colonialist masters. They are dismantling the work of 15 years. They are telling you that Ghana is bankrupt. They are telling you that our country is in debt to the extent of some £240 million. What fools they are! How ignorant for them to think that you believe these stupid lies!
Open your eyes and look around you. See for yourself. See the splendid new Tema Harbour. See the mighty Volta Dam. See the fine roads which we have built under the leadership of the Convention People`s Party and its government. See the schools, the colleges and the universities. See the clinics, hospitals, health centers and the facilities which we have created. See the factories which are already springing up. These are no debts. These are not debts! They are investments in our future as an independent nation. These are the physical guarantees of the bright new future which I have promised you and which I have been working for.
Together, we can put our Ghana firmly and squarely on its own feet. Together, we can create the things we need for ourselves instead of going cup in hand for charity handouts from foreign powers whose only wish is to exploit us and make us vassals to their interests. I know these are hard and trying days for you. I have never tried to conceal from you that real independence, that is to say economic independence, does not come without hard struggle and sacrifice. Unlike the cheats and deceivers the liars and traitors who are now trying to lord it over you I have never promised you any easy road. I have respected your good sense, your capacity for work, your pride in yourselves and your sense of national dignity. Why do you think these traitors, these agents and lackeys of colonialism and of international intrigue to destroy the independence of Ghana chose this moment to perform their dastardly act? I will tell you.
Less than one month before they struck to destroy all our hard work, we had inaugurated the first electricity from the Volta Dam. Only three days before this treachery we had signed a new agreement to irrigate the mighty Accra Plains. At last we were on the threshold of a great new victory. We had in 1957 won our political independence after years of struggle. Now in 1966 we were at the threshold of winning our economic independence. The same people who tried to sabotage our winning of political independence nine years ago have now struck to sabotage our economic independence and are systematically dismantling our Socialist gains and achievement.
Before the traitors and the rebellious national ‘liberation’ council tried to usurp power during my absence from Ghana, Ghana was a haven to which the oppressed from all parts of Africa could come to carry on that struggle. It was a haven for Freedom Fighters for independence and against colonialism. The name of Ghana was revered all over the African continent as a staunch friend of the oppressed. African brothers from South Africa, from Rhodesia, from Mozambique and Angola, from the so-called Portuguese Guinea and the Cape Verde Islands and other oppressed colonial areas were given hospitality amongst us. Do you think that this was something for which we needed to be ashamed? Not at all. On the contrary it was something of which we should be justly proud. Haven’t we proclaimed that independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of Africa? Now hundreds of these brave freedom fighters who came to our country trusting us to look after them and help them in their struggle against colonial oppression and believing as we do that Africa and the struggle for freedom is indivisible. These brave men and women have been sent back, bag and baggage by this traitorous clique to the countries from which they had fled to seek refuge, inspiration and protection in Ghana.
Countrymen, a new phase of the African Revolution has been reached. This revolution must overcome and triumph over imperialism, racialism and neo-colonialism. It must finally usher in the total emancipation and the political unification of our continent. Africa must be free. Africa must be united.
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Dr Rudy Moise (L) with Ghana’s Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah (R)
Renowned Haitian-American retired US Air Force Colonel, and an investment tycoon, Dr Rudy Moise, has lauded Ghana as a beacon of stability and a prime investment destination in Africa following a recent tour of the country aimed at exploring business opportunities.
Dr Moise visited Ghana this week on a fact-finding and investment exploration mission.
During his stay, he toured several business hubs, industrial enclaves, and investment corridors across the country, where he held engagements with business leaders, policy-makers, and entrepreneurs.
Speaking during his visit, Dr Moise described Ghana as a “safe haven for investment,” citing the country’s democratic stability, friendly business climate, and government-led policy reforms aimed at boosting investor confidence.
He also paid courtesy calls on business mogul Dr Sir Sam Jonah, the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi; and the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah.
These meetings were to afford him the opportunity to engage government on the various investment opportunities, policies and programs available for foreign investment growth.
“I am thoroughly impressed with the level of economic potential Ghana offers. From the financial sector to agriculture, energy, tourism, and real estate, there are vast opportunities for local and international investors. Ghana is clearly positioning itself as a leading investment hub not only in West Africa but across the continent,” he remarked.
Dr Moise particularly praised the Ghanaian government for implementing strategic reforms to stabilise the local currency in relation to the US dollar.
He noted that these efforts, coupled with broader macroeconomic policies, signal a serious commitment to economic growth and sustainability.
“The government’s efforts to stabilise the cedi against the dollar is commendable. It’s a critical step toward creating a predictable and investor-friendly economic environment. These are the kinds of indicators investors look for stability, security, and transparency,” he said.
He also applauded Ghana’s strides in improving the ease of doing business, citing regulatory streamlining, infrastructure development, and tax incentives as key enablers of private sector growth.
“As someone who has traveled extensively across the world and observed different economic systems, I can confidently say Ghana is on the right path. The policy direction is clear, the leadership is visionary, and the people are welcoming,” he added.
Dr Moise, who is known for his philanthropic work and strong advocacy for development in the African diaspora, said his visit marks the beginning of a long-term relationship with Ghana.
He hinted at potential collaboration in health care delivery, education, and youth entrepreneurship, areas he believes are crucial to Ghana’s long-term development.
He further encouraged African diasporans and global investors to consider Ghana as a serious business destination.
“I urge my fellow brothers and sisters in the diaspora to look towards Ghana. This is the time to invest, to build, and to contribute to a growing economy that is laying a solid foundation for future generations,” he concluded.
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Some Bayern players were left shocked after the injury
Bayern Munich have been dealt a huge blow after Jamal Musiala suffered a broken fibula and severe ligament damage during their 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup quarterfinals in Atlanta.
Musiala, who had only just returned from a muscle injury that ended his Bundesliga season early, went down in first-half stoppage time after a collision with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The 22-year-old’s left ankle appeared to twist awkwardly as Donnarumma slid out to block him in the penalty area.
The reaction on the pitch said it all — Bayern players looked horrified, Donnarumma was visibly shaken, and referee Anthony Taylor blew for halftime early as Musiala was stretchered off with his shirt pulled over his face.
Early reports suggest Musiala could miss four to five months, depending on how quickly his ligaments heal alongside the broken bone.
Manager Vincent Kompany admitted after the match that the damage “didn’t look good” and confirmed that scans would determine the full extent of the injury.
The setback comes at a terrible time for Bayern, who badly missed Musiala’s creativity when he was sidelined at the end of last season.
His injury is also a huge personal blow for the young star, who was just regaining fitness ahead of a big new campaign.
However, as the seriousness of the injury sank in, support poured in for Musiala from teammates, rivals and stars around the world.
Germany teammate Florian Wirtz sent a short but heartfelt Instagram message.
Neymar also posted: “I hope you recover quickly, come back and shine again. Football needs you. Stay strong.”
PSG defender Achraf Hakimi, who was on the pitch when the incident happened, told DAZN: “I want to support him. I hope he comes back soon and we see him on the pitch again.”
Even Donnarumma, who was directly involved in the challenge, shared his sympathy: “All my prayers and best wishes for a speedy recovery are with you, Jamal Musiala,” he wrote on Instagram.
PSG’s match-winner, Désiré Doué, added his own message: “Good luck and lots of patience during this ordeal.”
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Paris Saint-Germain extends its sincerest wishes for a swift and full recovery to Jamal Musiala.
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) July 5, 2025
“I want to give my support for him. I hope he’s going back soon and we see him in the pitch soon.”
After the reporter finished interviewing him, Hakimi took an extra moment to offer his well-wishes for Jamal Musiala ❤️ pic.twitter.com/gCk66ltv0j
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 5, 2025
🇧🇷🇩🇪 Neymar sends a message of support to Jamal Musiala after his terrible injury:
“I hope you recover quickly to come back and shine. Football needs your talent. Stay strong.” 🙏 pic.twitter.com/69bUCPD2bT
— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) July 5, 2025
Pray for Musiala 🙏 pic.twitter.com/08QquL3A4x
— The Touchline | Football Coverage (@TouchlineX) July 5, 2025
Ya Allah please take his pain 🤲 pic.twitter.com/AxN7Lrhlb3
— – (@MusialaEra) July 5, 2025
This is so bad speedy recovery Musiala😢💔 pic.twitter.com/rFLdFnL8o0
— Berneese (@theberneese) July 5, 2025
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Leadership of Nigeria’s PDP
Di wave of di new opposition coalition for Nigeria politics now still dey very strong as di movement dey gather more steam and more members dey join.
Many Nigerians on social media don describe di joinbodi as a masterstroke move by di opposition, but some political sabi pipo say di ruling party still dey hold plenty aces for dis card game.
However, di kwesion wey some pipo dey ask be say, shey dis coalition go be di beginning of end for di Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)?
Bashir Ahmad, a former tok-tok pesin for former President Muhammadu Buhari, tok say PDP don dey buried as dis ADC movement happen.
Also, Deji Adeyanju wey be lawyer and activist make similar comments as e say “PDP don finally die”.
Di PDP na bifor-bifor largest political party for Africa. Between 1999 and 2015 di party bin hold sway and one of dia former National Chairman – Vincent Ogbulafor -even boast in 2008 say dem go rule Nigeria for 60 years.
But only less dan 10 years afta dem comot for power, di party don drown by internal crisis, and pipo say dis joinbodi movement wit di African Democratic Congress na di last straw wey go break di camel back for PDP. But na true?
In all honesty, the once largest party in Africa, the PDP, has now been laid to rest. Their governors are trooping into our party, while their key leaders have pitched their tent with the ADC. (shegiyar uwa)
— Bashir Ahmad, OON (@BashirAhmaad) July 2, 2025
Kabiru Danladi, a lecturer for Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, tok say PDP don stop to function as a viable political party, wetin dey move around na im carcass.
“Today, wetin remain of di PDP na just patchwork of political actors wey dey retreat. Guvnors dey defect. Dia 2023 vice-presidential candidate (Ifeanyi Okowa) don walk away. State-level structures dey hollow. Internal leadership don fracture, and dem no get any unifying idea to rally around. Wetin all of dis dey tell us? Di PDP no dey for decline. E don dey defunct,” oga Kabiru tok for im opinion piece in April.
‘Institutions no dey die’
BBC Pidgin ask dis question to Kola Ologbondiyan wey be di bifor-bifor tok-tok pesin for di PDP and e ansa in one sentence say: “Di PDP na strong institution, and institutions no dey die.”
Oga Olagbondiyan explain say di party fit dey wounded sake of di big big names wey don comot, but dem still get strong members wey fit hold di party strong if dem fix dia internal wahala.
True-true, of all di pipo wey join di coalition from di PDP, no sitting guvnor dey dia, and for Nigeria politics, guvnors get ogbonge power.
Di PDP guvnors forum bin don agree say dem no go join any coalition or merger, rada dem go welcome any party wey wan come join dem to wrestle power from APC.
But since dem make dat decision for April dis year, dem don lose two of dia members – di govnors of Delta and Akwa Ibom States – to di APC, and rumour dey fly say two more PDP guvnors dey for door dey wait to comot.
Also, ogbonge PDP oga for Lagos State, Bode George, tok for one TV interview say “di pipo wey think say PDP don die na dreamers”.
According to oga George, di PDP be like Iroko tree wey be say even if di body fit look dry, “di root stil dey deep and intact”.
Wetin need to happen na for di members of di party to “come back, close di door, speak some home truths, debate, and unite”.
Lekan Ige, a political sabi pesin and journalist, agree wit wetin oga Bode George tok.
Ige tell BBC Pidgin say di PDP don dey too entrenched for di Nigeria political atmosphere to just die like dat.
“Dem still get guvnors, senators, House of Rep members for both di national and state assemblies for di platform, so di party still dey viable,” e tok.
However, Ige say di PDP must to try to resolve dia inside wahala for dia coming convention.
Di tenure of di PDP Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum go expire by di end of di year and di party suppose hold convention to appoint new executives ahead of di election season in 2026/2027.
“Seventy-five percent of di internal problem wey di PDP dey face now go dey solved if dem hold di convention. So dem must try dia best to do di convention, elect new leaders, and from dia, I dey sure say dem go fit pick up di pieces of wetin remain for di party” Lekan Ige tok.
Nollywood sweetheart is clearing the air on rumours about her partner.
Since tying the knot in 2019, the actress has famously kept her husband away from public view, sharing only subtle glimpses of his hands or back view photos of him. This low-key approach has fueled ongoing speculation, with many fans convinced she’s deliberately hiding her man.
Parliament will begin extended sittings from Monday, July 7, 2025, as the House moves to complete pending legislative business ahead of its scheduled adjournment on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
The announcement was made by the Majority Leader, Mr Mahama Ayariga, when he presented the Business Statement for the seventh week on the floor of the House.
He explained that the additional sittings, including Mondays and Saturdays, will help speed up the processing of Legislative Instruments (LIs) that must mature before the end of the session.
Mr Ayariga, who also chairs the Business Committee, said the coming week will be packed with ministerial appearances. Fifty-five Ministers of State, along with the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, are expected to respond to questions from Members of Parliament.
He added that new Bills may be introduced and, if considered urgent, could be passed through all the required stages in one sitting, as permitted under Standing Order 160.
He also noted that Papers could be laid and committee reports presented for consideration.
“Motions may be debated and their consequential resolutions, if any, taken during the week,” Mr Ayariga said. “In accordance with Standing Order 216(2), and subject to Standing Order 67, the Committee submits to the House the order in which business shall be taken.”
During discussions on the Business Statement, the Minority Leader, Mr Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, called on the Majority Leader to include a briefing from the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Madam Jean Mensa, regarding the rerun of parliamentary elections in 19 polling stations within the Ablekuma North Constituency.
Parliament’s decision to extend its sitting days comes at a time of growing public interest in the passage of legislative instruments and increased scrutiny of electoral processes, particularly as the House nears the end of its current meeting.
Ankara fabric has evolved into a timeless symbol of elegance and cultural pride. Its versatility allows it to be styled for different occasions, and one setting where it truly shines is in church fashion. Ankara church outfits beautifully balance modesty, style, and reverence—making them a top choice for many women on Sundays.
One of the most popular church outfit styles is the midi-length Ankara dress. It’s a perfect blend of modesty and class. These dresses often come in A-line, peplum, or flare cuts that offer comfort and elegance. With beautiful prints and tailored finishes, you can never go wrong with a well-fitted midi Ankara dress.
Ankara skirts and blouses also make great church outfits. A high-waist pencil or pleated skirt paired with a simple yet stylish blouse creates a graceful look. Blouses with bishop sleeves, peplum cuts, or layered ruffles add a feminine touch without being too loud. Neutral-colored shoes and minimal accessories complete this look effortlessly.
For women who prefer a more traditional look, Ankara kaba and slit styles remain a classic. This combination, often paired with a matching headwrap (duku), speaks of elegance and deep cultural roots while remaining church-appropriate.
Maxi Ankara gowns are another option for those who like longer dresses. These styles flow beautifully and often feature creative sleeve designs, layered hems, or light embroidery. They’re comfortable to wear for longer services and still make a fashion statement
When choosing Ankara for church, opt for calm or soft prints that reflect the respectful nature of the environment. Avoid overly revealing cuts and instead focus on designs that highlight grace, maturity, and modesty.
In summary, Ankara church outfits allow women to honor their faith while expressing their style. With the right design, any woman can walk into church looking confident, respectful, and absolutely stunning.
One person has been confirmed dead in Bimbilla following the discharge of firearms during the celebration of the Fire Festival (Bugum Chugu) on Saturday, July 5.
The victim, identified as Fatima, a student of Bimbilla Senior High School, was reportedly hit in the neck by a stray bullet and died instantly. The bullet was allegedly fired by a celebrant using a small arm during the festivities. Her body has since been conveyed to the hospital morgue by security personnel.
Eyewitnesses say the celebrations were marked by widespread gunfire and the use of explosives, despite earlier warnings from the Municipal Security Council urging participants to refrain from discharging firearms or using dangerous implements.
The tragic incident comes just days after the Ghana National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons issued a strong public advisory urging citizens—particularly in the northern regions—to say no to the display and misuse of small arms during the Fire Festival.
In a statement signed by Acting Executive Secretary, Dr. Adam Bonaa, the Commission reminded the public that:
Firearms are not toys, and their misuse endangers lives.
Unauthorized possession and firing of guns is illegal and punishable by law.
The spirit of the Fire Festival should be upheld without violence.
“The reckless use of firearms during celebrations poses grave risks, including accidental shootings, injuries, and fatalities,” the statement warned.
The Commission further urged all celebrants to honour cultural traditions responsibly and report any suspicious firearm activity to the authorities.
Meanwhile, police in Bimbilla have launched investigations into the incident as public outrage grows over the continued use of firearms during cultural festivities.
Veteran Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, has given fans a rare glimpse into the inner workings of her nearly three-decade-long marriage to her husband, Captain Matthew Ekeinde.
Naija News reports that the film star, during a live podcast with media personality, Chude Jideonwo, spoke about the highs, lows, and faith-driven principles that have helped her sustain a healthy marriage since 1996.
In a significant move to enhance national security, the United States will halt visa issuance for citizens of 19 countries beginning at 12:01 a.m. EDT on June 9, 2025. This new Presidential Proclamation aims to counter foreign terrorist threats and protect national safety. If you are from one of these nations and planning to travel to the U.S., this change could greatly impact your plans.
By Opesika Tetteh Puplampu
Sege, July 6, GNA — The National Youth Authority (NYA), Ada West District Secretariat, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and other youth groupings, has held a youth-led town hall meeting to promote inclusive governance and youth participation in local planning and budgeting processes.
The event was held at Sege on the theme: “Empowering the Youth for Participatory Governance and Sustainable Development.”
It brought together 98 young people from across the Ada West and Ada East Districts.
Participants engaged development actors, local authorities, and civil society organisations on strategies for integrating youth perspectives into Ghana’s local governance systems and demographic dividend agenda.
Mr Matthias Kofi Blay, Greater Accra Regional Director of the NYA, emphasised the importance of equipping young people with the knowledge and tools to actively influence decisions that affect their communities.
“The goal is to empower youth to understand the local assembly structure and how planning and budgeting processes work,” he said, adding that “At NYA, when we say ‘youth’, we mean all young people, including those with disabilities, the visually impaired, students, and graduates. No one is left behind.”
Mr Blay encouraged the youth to build their capacity and develop a deep understanding of youth issues to effectively advocate for themselves and contribute meaningfully to local development.
Mr Dennis Agbi, Ada West District Director of the NYA, noted that the platform was created to foster dialogue, accountability, and empowerment, stating that sanitation and youth involvement in violent extremism were two key challenges affecting young people in the area.
While acknowledging that sanitation remains the responsibility of designated service providers such as Zoomlion, Mr Agbi stressed that maintaining a clean environment must be a shared civic responsibility.
On the issue of violent extremism, he attributed the growing risk to youth unemployment and underemployment, stating that more livelihood opportunities were needed to steer young people away from destructive behaviours.
The meeting featured interactive sessions on education, health, employment, and youth empowerment.
Participants raised concerns about the limited youth involvement in district-level planning and called for the institutionalisation of youth representation on the District Planning and Coordinating Unit (DPCU) and other sub-committees of the Assembly.
Ms Nyame Patience, a participant from Sege, described the meeting as timely and enlightening.
“This meeting has opened our eyes to how the district budget works. We now know where to direct our concerns and how to follow up on government interventions,” she said.
Representatives from the District Assembly and partnering NGOs acknowledged the issues raised and pledged to enhance collaboration with youth groups going forward.
The programme concluded with a call for regular engagement and follow-up mechanisms to ensure that youth voices are integrated into the 2026 District Medium-Term Development Plan.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Sawer/Christian Akorlie
Abdul-Nasser Alidu is the Head of Strategy for the 24-Hour Economy
The Head of Strategy for the 24-Hour Economy, Abdul-Nasser Alidu, has responded to claims by Kofi Bentil, Vice President of IMANI Africa, that the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) may emerge victorious in the pending parliamentary election rerun at Ablekuma North.
According to Alidu, Bentil’s suggestion reflects the trust Ghanaians have imposed in the ruling NDC government.
He asserted that if the people prefer an NDC victory, their wishes should be respected.
“I hear Kofi say here that if they rerun the election today, NDC is going to win, which to me suggests that that is what the people want. If that’s what the people want, then why not give them what they want?” he said while speaking as a panelist on JoyNews Newsfile on July 5, 2025.
Alidu also rejected claims that the Electoral Commission is acting in favor of the NDC, which some have cited as the reason for the announced rerun.
He argued that if the commission were indeed seeking to curry favor with the government, it would have conducted the rerun in the 62 polling stations, not just 19.
According to him, the NDC has consistently maintained that the rerun should cover the 62 polling stations at Ablekuma North.
“My understanding is that the NDC’s position has always been that 62 polling stations need to be rerun, not 19. So, I find it difficult to jump to the conclusion that the EC is doing the NDC’s bidding because if the EC were to do NDC’s bidding, they’d be running 62 polling stations, not 19 polling stations,” he argued.
He added, “The EC’s position has been that they want to finish collation because three were outstanding, but at the end of the day, what we are hearing is that they managed to get pink sheets for 18 out of 37 that was outstanding, and they can’t get consensus on 19 and what they want to do is to rerun the 19.”
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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park saw the most visits in 2024
The 2024 Tourism Report by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has revealed that Ghana welcomed 1,288,804 international visitors in 2024, representing a 12% year-on-year increase as the country maintained its status as one of West Africa’s top travel destinations.
According to the report, 2.43% of these visitors came for business, making it the leading reason for travel to Ghana last year.
Study or teaching recorded (7,06%), visits to family and friends (22.29%), and holidays or vacations (22.15%) show a near-even distribution across the top four travel motivations.
Other reasons included conferences, cultural events, sports, and transit.
The report also listed the places most visited in the year under review.
See the five most visited tourist sites below
1. Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
2. Kakum National Park
3. Bunso Arboretum
4. Kumasi Zoo
5. Cape Coast Castle
The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park drew over 333,000 visitors in 2024.
It was followed by Kakum National Park with 183,757 visitors, and Bunso Arboretum with 155,149.
Kumasi Zoo registered 133,954 visitors, while Cape Coast Castle and the Manhyia Palace Museum attracted 120,242 and 106,100 visitors, respectively.
Elmina Castle welcomed 87,691 visitors, and the Accra Zoo drew 83,953 visitors.
Also featured were the Shai Hills Resource Reserve with 67,881 visits and Aburi Botanical Gardens with 52,330.
The majority of international arrivals, which were over 1.13 million, entered the country through Kotoka International Airport, while Aflao, Elubo, and Paga also served as notable land entry points.
In terms of visitor origin, the United States led with 137,862 arrivals, followed by Nigeria with 111,581, and the United Kingdom with 52,845.
These three countries accounted for a significant share of Ghana’s inbound traffic, reinforcing the country’s strong ties to the diaspora and business communities abroad.
A striking 88% of international respondents described Ghana as an “ideal tourism destination,” citing Ghanaian hospitality (94%), cultural heritage (39%), local cuisine (28%), and safety (39%) as key attributes that shaped their experiences.
The report also indicated that visitor satisfaction was equally strong, with 78% rating their overall experience as excellent, and high scores recorded for tour guide services, restaurants, wildlife attractions, and historical sites such as forts and castles.
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Coach Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey would have to effect changes to his lineup following injury concerns and player fall outs, in Asante Kotoko SC.
The gaffer would face arch rivals Accra Hearts of Oak SC today at the Accra Sports stadium in the 2025 President Cup and would need to make better statement after clinching the MTN FA Cup title few weeks ago.
Zito following the absence of midfielder Ntim Manu due to injury, and opportunity for new signings would effect at least two changes to Asante Kotoko SC starting line-up.This means, new recruit Seth Kwadwo will take Ntim Manu spot.
Mohammed Camara lines up in goal once more and Zito selected four defenders in his eleven, with Lord AMOAH, Henry Ansu, Patrick Asiedu and Samba O’Neil named.
Possible line up: Kwame Poku, Saaka Dauda, Albert Amoah, Lord AMOAH, Seth Kwadwo, Baba Yahaya, Emmanuel Antwi, Henry Ansu, Patrick Asiedu, Samba O’Neil, Mohammed Camara.
Kwabena Kwabena said many African players overseas ultimately face serious issues
Ghanaian musician, Kwabena Kwabena, has warned African footballers playing abroad to be careful when going into relationships, especially with White women.
His comments were made on UTV’s United Showbiz in light of the ongoing rape allegations against Ghanaian midfielder, Thomas Partey.
Speaking during the show, Kwabena Kwabena pointed out a pattern where many promising African players overseas ultimately face serious issues after getting involved with White partners.
“I don’t want to sound racist, but I would advise these young African men going overseas to play football, be cautious of their relationships with White women.
“Most of these African footballers, after they’ve been sent out there, eventually get involved with White ladies and get into one issue or another, be it divorce and their properties get taken, or they get hit with child support. It doesn’t end well for them. So, I advise them to be cautious,” he said.
He advised Ghanaians to take this news as a learning experience, stating, “When you see a man fall, don’t laugh, learn; if not, you might also fall.”
He added that oftentimes, a relationship begins smoothly, but eventually brings “trouble to your life.”
Kwabena also acknowledged that such issues don’t arise out of nowhere, adding that Partey “might have had things going on with her in the past.”
His warning resonates as the Thomas Partey case continues to dominate headlines.
The former Arsenal player has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault involving three women, with alleged incidents occurring between 2021 and 2022.
Partey, who denies all charges, is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 5.
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Thomas Partey Rape Charges: Kwabena Kwabena advises African international players to be cautious in relationships with white women#UnitedShowbiz pic.twitter.com/hOtHVx3CAV
— UTV Ghana (@utvghana) July 6, 2025
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Legends say the chief from Kyebi could control bats
A remarkable legend from Kyebi in Ghana’s Eastern Region has endured for generations: a powerful chief who ruled not only his people, but the bats of the night.
Before his death, he is said to have maintained a spiritual bond with hundreds of bats; his personal guardians.
Among the Akan and other Ghanaian clans, totems play a deep role in culture and identity. Each clan, a foundational social group, is linked with an animal or plant believed to be a spiritual relative or ancestral protector.
Among the eight matrilineal Akan clans, like Asona (crow), Asakyiri (vulture), Aduana (dog), and Bretuo (leopard), Asenie (bats), totems are more than symbols.
They are sacred: members must never kill, eat, or harm their totem animal. These totems reinforce group identity, guide social rules such as marriage taboos (you cannot marry someone of the same totem), and even help conserve wildlife, since harming a totem bring spiritual and social consequences.
In this context, the chief, according to a video shared on Facebook, held an extraordinary spiritual link to bats.
Stories tell of him commanding these nocturnal creatures as if they were pets, protecting them from local hunters who saw them as bushmeat.
The bats reportedly respected him, gathering around him and obeying his call.
When the chief fell ill and was taken to Accra’s 37 Military Hospital, his followers did something rarely seen: the entire colony of bats relocated with him.
They settled in the mahogany and neem trees that stood guard outside the hospital. After his passing, legends say the bats refused to leave.
To this day, you can see them, winging across the hospital at dusk, only to return by dawn.
Every evening, just as dusk approaches, the bats take to the sky to search for food across Accra, but no matter how far they roam, they always return to the same trees at the 37 Military Hospital to rest.
Over the years, efforts were made to chase them away, some of the trees were cut down, hunters even fired shots to drive them off, but the bats would simply move to the nearby Afua Sunderland Park for a while, then come back home to the hospital grounds.
Decades later, they still guard the place where their chief drew his last breath, never missing their spiritual home, no matter how far they fly each night.
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Prof Godfred Bokpin is an economist
Professor Godfred Bokpin, an economist, underscored on Saturday the need for the Government to embed robust Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within the newly launched 24-Hour Economy initiative.
He said while the new policy signalled good intentions, without measurable targets and clear accountability, it risked replicating the fate of previous well-meaning but underperforming national development initiatives.
Speaking on a current affairs programme on the Media General platform and monitored by the Ghana News Agency, Prof Bokpin said the 24-hour Economy must have a rigorous monitoring mechanism inherent within the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Programme.
He highlighted the explicit data reporting that characterised the IMF programmes, as well as the weekly, monthly and quarterly reports from key institutions such as the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Ghana to aid periodic analysis and measurability.
“This structured reporting fosters ownership and binds institutions to their commitment, a crucial element currently lacking in the government’s new economic vision,” he said.
Prof Bokpin said incorporating KPIs and monitoring strategies would enable a proper analysis of the 24-hour economy by policymakers to identify deviations from the intended purpose and implement necessary reforms across governance, market, and product sectors.
“By incorporating clear KPIs and leveraging established institutional frameworks, the 24-hour economy could transition from a concept to a measurable and accountable national development programme,” he said.
The economist advised against the creation of new, potentially costly, secretariats or authorities for the policy’s implementation.
He cited the previous burden of high administrative costs and limited value derived from similar initiatives such as the Northern Development Authority by the past government.
Instead, he called for the strategic utilisation of existing national institutions like the Ministry of Finance, the Ghana Statistical Service and the Bank of Ghana to aid in implementation.
“These institutions already possess the capacity and mandate for data collection and reporting,” he noted.
That would not only ensure low-cost implementation but also integrate the policy within the existing system, fostering broader ownership and sustainability.
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Bukom Bnaku (L) has called on President Mahama to pardon Nana Agradaa (R)
Retired boxer, Braimah Kamoko, popularly known as Bukom Banku, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to intervene and show mercy to Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, who was recently sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Nana Agradaa, a former traditional priestess turned evangelist, was sentenced to 15 years imprisonment by the Circuit Court in Accra on July 3, 2025, after being found guilty of defrauding her followers.
However, despite acknowledging Agradaa’s crimes, Banku argued that the punishment is too harsh and has urged Mahama to pardon her.
“I am deeply saddened by Agradaa’s situation. John Mahama, please, if she has done something wrong, find it in your heart to forgive her. Fifteen years in jail is too painful for me to bear,” he said.
Banku, however, didn’t mince words, calling Agradaa out for repeatedly committing crimes and proudly showing off her bad deeds instead of behaving better.
“Agradaa, you are always getting into trouble. A beautiful woman like you, yet you keep taking people’s money and hiring macho men to intimidate them. You even come on social media and brag about how wicked and dangerous you are,” he added.
The verdict has generated widespread public reactions, with many praising the ruling as a strong stand for justice and a clear warning to others involved in similar scams.
But Banku believes the widespread joy isn’t needed as Agradaa could die inside prison.
“If she were your mother or father, you’d be pained too. So, Mahama, as the father of the nation, I’m begging, please look into her matter for me, else she can die in there,” he further stated.
Watch the video below:
President John Mahama, you are the father of the nation. Please, even if Nana Agradaa has sinned against you, forgive her and look into her case,”
– Ghanaian retired boxer Bukom Banku weeps, says he is deeply pained by Nana Agradaa’s 15-year prison sentence and appeals for… pic.twitter.com/04ohbvPpRr
— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) July 5, 2025
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Oluwamodupe Oloyede was recently named the new head drum major
Oluwamodupe Oloyede was recently named the new head drum major of the Florida A&M University Marching 100, making her the first female head drum major.
She will lead the band on the field as they begin the 2025 football season at the Orange Blossom Classic in Miami on August 30, Sports Illustrated reported, adding that she will blow the first whistle to start the show.
“It’s an immense honor,” Oloyede said to WCTV of her new role. “It’s still settling in that this is happening.”
Oloyede is only the second woman ever to wear the drum major uniform at FAMU, after Cori Bostick. However, this year, Oloyede is the first female to lead the line.
“Last year, my goal definitely was to be a clean, precise, physically up to par, beyond par, excellent drum major…Now that I’m a drum major, my goal is to show that you bring yourself to the job, and I am a woman. There’s no separating them. So, being the head drum major this year, the beautiful burden of it is the integrity of the game, that for people to do what I need them to do, I have to do it first,” Oloyede was quoted by Sports Illustrated.
The Atlanta native said this has been her dream since she was 11. While in middle school, she played the saxophone and briefly left her music dreams for dance until a teacher introduced her to the local high school band program.
“I fell in love with a band program before anything else,” she said.
Oloyede started college at Howard University before transferring to FAMU, hoping to make a name for herself in the Marching 100.
“I thought I lost my shot,” she said. “My friends are a little older than me in the band, I’m a year younger than them in classification, but as God would have it, I still ascended to leadership and I couldn’t hide.”
Oloyede is now a senior with a theater background that she uses while performing, WCTV reported. “I say nobody graduates from discipline. As you get older, you actually have to have more discipline to do more work and I like that type of pressure,” she said. “That keeps me on my toes.”
The marching band leader hopes that her story will inspire other young girls who want to follow in her footsteps.
“You got this. Let your work speak for itself, and nobody can deny you,” she said. “And to the women who came before me, who were more than qualified, it’s in your honor.”
The Marching “100” has become a global ambassador for excellence at HBCUs since 1892, known for its iconic performances at presidential inaugurations, Super Bowl, Summer Olympics, and international events.
It was crowned the 2024 Band of the Year the night before the 2024 Celebration Bowl in Atlanta, Georgia.
Becoming a female drum major is not new in the black marching band culture as several HBCU bands have recently featured female drum majors. However, being a female head drum major is exceptional, and leading an iconic Black college marching band as FAMU’s is even more remarkable.
Popular Nollywood star Adunni Ade has openly shared the spiritual struggles she faced after moving abroad, describing how her journey led her away from her faith before ultimately finding her way back.
In an emotional interview on WithChude, Adunni revealed the deep sense of emptiness she experienced when disconnected from her religion.
“I was born into Islam and studied Islamic Religious Studies in secondary school,” she explained. “But after leaving Nigeria and relocating to the United States, things changed.”
She recounted her time in Kentucky, describing it as a racially segregated state dominated by white people, which made it difficult for her to practice her faith.
“My mom lives in Kentucky, and it’s quite a racist place. I couldn’t find a mosque there,” she said. “I drifted away from Islam and from God altogether, and that period was filled with a lot of darkness for me.”
Adunni described how her spiritual revival began after meeting a pastor from the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), who helped restore her connection to God.
Upon returning to Nigeria, she quietly reconnected with Islam on her own terms, away from public attention. She emphasized that true Islam is about one’s inner character rather than outward religious displays.
For Adunni, sharing her spiritual journey was about being truthful and no longer hiding her story.
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Legal luminary, Tsatsu Tsikata, has once again reiterated that there is nothing to forgive former Ghana president, John Agyekum Kufuor, after he was jailed under very contentious circumstances.
Tsatsu Tsikata revealed that he had never had any bitterness or grievance against former President Kufuor.
According to him, John Agyekum Kufuor did atrocious things against him for whatever reason to get him to go to prison.
The Ghana National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has advised against the display and misuse of firearms ahead of this year’s Fire Festival (Bugum Chugu), urging celebrants to uphold safety and legality during the cherished cultural event.
In a public notice signed by Acting Executive Secretary Dr. Adam Bonaa, the Commission cautioned against the brandishing of sophisticated weapons and warned that unauthorized possession and reckless discharge of firearms remain serious criminal offences under Ghanaian law.
“The Fire Festival is a cherished cultural event meant to foster unity, joy, and tradition—not violence or fear,” the statement read. “The reckless use of firearms during celebrations poses grave risks, including accidental shootings, injuries, and fatalities.”
The Commission emphasised that firearms are not symbolic instruments of celebration, and called on celebrants, especially in the northern regions where the festival is predominantly observed—to shun the use of guns to mark the occasion.
“We remind the public that: firearms are not toys, their misuse endangers lives. Unauthorized possession and brandishing of guns are illegal and punishable by law. Celebrate responsibly, uphold the true spirit of the festival without violence,” the advisory stated.
The Fire Festival, rooted in Dagbon history and celebrated across the Northern, North East, Savannah, and Upper East Regions, is one of the country’s most vibrant traditional events. It features processions with fire torches, drumming, dancing, and communal festivities.
However, in recent years, concerns have grown over the increasing use of small arms, including AK-47s and locally manufactured guns, during the celebration, leading to injuries, public fear, and even fatalities in some cases.
Dr. Bonaa called on the public to report any suspicious activity involving weapons to law enforcement agencies and encouraged community leaders, traditional authorities, and youth groups to support the campaign for a peaceful and secure celebration.
“Let us honor our traditions by promoting safety and harmony. Together, we can ensure a peaceful and memorable Fire Festival,” the statement concluded.
The Commission’s caution forms part of a broader national effort to curb the proliferation and misuse of small arms, particularly in regions with histories of chieftaincy disputes and communal tensions.
Four people have reportedly died in an accident involving a pickup truck carrying mourners during the funeral of Phillipa “Yaa Baby” Frimpong, a 21-year-old TikToker who was allegedly shot and killed by her boyfriend, GH Kobby.
Videos from the funeral, held on July 5, 2025, showed an overloaded pickup truck following the hearse on the way to the cemetery.
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The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has inaugurated a new Board of Directors for the Bui Power Authority (BPA), charging them to strengthen institutional governance, re-evaluate existing contracts, and lead Ghana’s transition to sustainable energy solutions.
At the ceremony, the Minister voiced concern over the current state of the Authority, particularly in relation to direct energy procurement and strategic direction.
He stressed the importance of financial discipline, improved contract management, and efficiency, adding that government was committed to reducing systemic waste in the energy sector.
“Upon assumption of office, we did an initial review and I must say we were unhappy with the state of the company, especially pricing and the company’s strategic focus. I note that the company had signed a number of solar contracts. It’s time to focus on battery-backed solar,” Mr Jinapor said.
He revealed that major reforms would soon be announced to enhance the efficiency of energy-related contracts and align with the national goal of energy sustainability.
Expressing optimism, the Minister said the new board’s diverse backgrounds and experience positioned them well to support Ghana’s clean energy agenda.
In his response, the newly appointed Board Chairman, Kwadwo Nyamekye Marfo, thanked President John Dramani Mahama and Minister Jinapor for the confidence reposed in the team.
“We recognise the urgency of the moment, rising energy demand, climate responsibility, and the need for bold decisions. We are committed to providing steadfast leadership to shape Ghana’s energy and green transition agenda,” he said.
Ambassador Marfo reaffirmed the board’s commitment to net-zero goals and pledged to prioritise governance, operational excellence, and climate resilience.
Members of the new BPA Board:
The new board is expected to play a pivotal role in steering BPA’s future projects in line with national energy reforms and Ghana’s commitment to a low-carbon economy.
The Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Ghana, Rolf Olson, has reaffirmed his country’s unwavering commitment to mutual interests and strategic partnerships with Ghana, aimed at fostering development and prosperity for both nations.
Speaking at the celebration of the United States’ 249th Independence Day in Accra last Thursday (July 3), Mr Olson said Ghana and the US had maintained enduring cooperation across key areas such as security, health, education, and trade.
“We can build on the strong foundations that US assistance helped construct by fostering increased private sector-led growth in energy, mining, and various other critical sectors of Ghana’s economy,” Mr Olson stated.
He added that the US was keen to support Ghana through innovation, investment, and job creation. “The US can help create high-skilled and high-value jobs, building on the innovation, ingenuity, and industriousness that have characterised US companies who are eager to explore more business in and with Ghana, when the conditions are favourable to investment,” he said.
Mr Olson took over from former Ambassador Virginia Palmer.
Shared celebration
The US gained independence from British rule on July 4, 1776, and the day is commemorated annually to mark the country’s birth and its ideals of liberty and democracy. This year’s celebration in Ghana reaffirmed shared values between the two countries, including good governance, rule of law, and mutual respect.
The event was attended by members of the diplomatic corps, government officials, business executives, celebrities, and members of the American community in Ghana. Notable attendees included the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Lebanese Ambassador, Maher Khei; Australian High Commissioner, Berenice Owen-Jones; Algerian Ambassador, Mourad Louhaidia; Israeli Ambassador, Roey Gilad; Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Dzifa Abla Gomashie; Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emilia Arthur; and Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Shamima Muslim.
Strengthening bilateral cooperation
Mr Olson highlighted the US government’s ongoing support for Ghana in areas such as health, agriculture, border security, and military cooperation.
“Together, we worked to secure Ghana’s borders and people through the collaboration of the US armed forces and other security services, the conduct of numerous military exercises, and the exchange of information that helps keep Ghanaians and Americans safe,” he noted.
He also emphasised the importance of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) in enhancing Ghana’s export capacity and job creation over the past 25 years.
Call for AGOA renewal
Speaking on behalf of the Ghanaian government, the Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Dzifa Abla Gomashie, praised the US for its global leadership in promoting freedom and its consistent support to Ghana.
She described the US as “a steadfast partner in Ghana’s pursuit of self-determination, growth, and development” and urged Washington to renew and modernise AGOA, which is set to expire in September.
“AGOA remains a critical mechanism for deepening US-African trade, reducing poverty, and driving shared prosperity within a fair, rules-based global economy,” she said.
She cited figures from the Office of the United States Trade Representative indicating that Ghana’s exports under AGOA reached approximately $1.2 billion in 2024, with apparel, cocoa products, and processed agricultural goods leading the way.
“These trade flows are more than statistics; they represent livelihoods, dignity, and the empowerment of Ghanaian workers, especially women and youth,” she stated.
Ms Gomashie also reiterated Ghana’s readiness to work with US public and private partners in exploring opportunities in renewable energy, digital innovation, pharmaceuticals, and green industrialisation.
Ghanaian musician, King Paluta has been slammed by MC Yaa Yeboah
Entertainment pundit, MC Yaa Yeboah, has slammed King Paluta over an incident that happened while he was performing in the United Kingdom.
According to her, the musician lacks personality and should rather be focusing on building his personality and not court hatred for himself.
She was speaking on Accra-based United Television’s United Showbiz when she made this known.
“If you take away King Paluta’s music, he lacks personality. There is nothing to like about him. You have built from underground to where you find yourself. What you have to do is to build a personality so that when the music is not there, people can love you for your personality,” she said.
Her comments come after King Paluta was seen in a live video insulting a patron of an event he performed at.
King Paluta is said to have drawn the conclusion that the woman did not like him because of the way she was looking at him.
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Tensions are running high at Nkawkaw following a violent confrontation at Bobo Shanti, a popular local pub, which has left two people dead and the community in shock, according to oyerepafmonline.com.
The first victim, identified as Baba Salau, believed to be in his 30s, was reportedly stabbed to death by a pub attendant during an argument over a cigarette.
Eyewitnesses say the disagreement escalated quickly, turning into a deadly altercation.
In a heartbreaking twist, a well-known meat vendor, famous in the area for selling ‘chinchinga’ (kebabs) also collapsed and died upon hearing news of the stabbing.
The man is reported to have had previously lost his son to a similar stabbing incident at the same location two years ago.
The double tragedy has triggered outrage among residents, who are now calling for the immediate closure and demolition of Bobo Shanti, a spot often associated with drug use, violence, and public disturbances.
Some angry locals have already taken matters into their own hands, vandalising parts of the establishment, in protest.
Baba Salau’s body has since been taken to the Holy Family Hospital Mortuary at Nkawkaw.
Meanwhile, police say the suspect responsible for the stabbing is currently on the run, and a manhunt has been launched to ensure his arrest.
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GhanaWeb Special: The gold market that fuels galamsey
Bright Simons is the Vice President of IMANI Africa
The Vice President of IMANI Africa, Bright Simons, has reiterated that Ghana’s current high export rates are due to the increase in gold prices on the global market, rather than the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board or due to some new government policies.
According to him, GoldBod is one of the most complex entities ever set up in Ghana, therefore, to be effective, it needs the most tuned-up management system.
He made the comments on the back of the model Goldbod uses in setting the prices at which they buy gold.
The CEO of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, told the press that Ghana’s gold exports in the first six months of 2025 have already surpassed the total gold exports recorded for the entire year of 2024.
He noted that over 50 tons of gold from small-scale miners have been exported since the establishment of the GoldBod.
Addressing a press conference on June 30, 2025, Gyamfi stated; “You know that in the whole of 2024, gold exports for the entire year stood at 66 tons, with an export value of $4.6 billion. We’ve done only six months, and yet we’ve crossed the $4.6 billion we achieved in the whole of 2024. We’ve gone beyond $5 billion.
“In terms of volume, we are also approaching the 66-ton mark. We’ve already done over 50 tons, and we are optimistic that by the end of next month, we will have hit 60 tons.”
But Simons said the claim is not entirely accurate.
In a post on X on July 3, 2025, he said; “It is also very important that people realise that the gains recorded by Ghana on the gold export market from January till date were as a result, largely, of higher gold prices & NOT govt policy. The GoldBod has only now issued licenses. It is not responsible for the boost in export volume and value between January and July 2025.
“Thus, until this week, the export trade has been in the hands of the same companies that have been dominating the sector all this while and operating according to the same rules in place in 2024 (e.g. export of gold had not been restricted only to GoldBod).”
The policy analyst noted that the effectiveness of GoldBod will now be seen as it has announced an end to all old gold trading licenses issued under the Precious Mineral Marketing Company (PMMC) and deems it illegal and an offence to trade with them.
“It is only now that we are going to start seeing the REAL EFFECTS of the GoldBod, especially if it goes ahead and invalidates the licenses of all existing exporters and restricts trading solely to freshly licensed players according to the new rules introduced by the new law.
“In fact, we have some evidence that a not insignificant part of the considerable increase in export volumes in the last 4 months is due to current players rushing to process stockpiles and export gold before the new rules set in,” he added.
He concluded by noting that the efficacy of the operations of the GoldBold must hinge on transparency.
“It goes without saying that transparency would be hugely critical going forward so that we can monitor the GoldBod’s performance and gauge the effectiveness of the new law.
“I won’t pretend that I am not worried. When government intrudes so aggressively into a market that has long evolved to suit private players, one must always be anxious. For now, though, we are giving the govt the benefit of the doubt. Until they give us reason to doubt,” Simons noted.
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The players will spend some time at the Italian outfit to justify their inclusion
Respected Ghanaian lawmaker Haruna Iddrisu has sent five talented players to Italy for a trial at giants AC Milan.
The players who ply their trade at second tier side Steadfast FC will spend some time at the Italian outfit to justify their inclusion for an opportunity to begin their careers at the club.
Iddrisu, who doubles as the Member of Parliament for Tamale and the Minister of Education, facilitated the trip, ensuring all expenses are covered.
Travelling with the players is president of Steadfast Alhaji Sumani.
The players are hoping to follow the footsteps of Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, who also honed his skills at Steadfast before making a mammoth move to Sporting Lisbon and subsequently to Leicester City.
Steadfast FC currently play in the Division One League in Ghana.
The education minister also owns Ghana Premier League side Karela United, who are also based in Tamale in the Northern Region.
Kumasi, Ghana – In a country where many celebrities often seek greener pastures abroad, Ghanaian actor and comedian Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, has proven to be a true patriot and nation-builder.
Over the years, Lil Win has become more than just a household name in Ghana’s entertainment industry. He has transformed his fame into sustainable ventures, investing his earnings from acting into businesses that not only benefit him but also uplift thousands of Ghanaians. Reports suggest that he currently employs over 10,000 workers across various businesses he owns — a feat many fans and industry watchers are now hailing.
Key Ventures Employing Thousands:
1. Great Minds International School
Lil Win owns and operates a top-tier international school, where he provides employment to teachers, cleaners, security personnel, and other administrative staff. His dedication to education has helped countless children in the Ashanti Region and beyond.
2. Beauty Salon
The actor also owns a beauty salon where he employs a team of barbers, hairdressers, and cleaners, contributing to the local beauty and wellness industry.
3. Movie Production House
Known for reviving Kumawood with his unique comedic talent, Lil Win continues to fuel the industry through his production company, employing camera operators, sound engineers, editors, cooks, and many other creatives.
4. Personal Mechanic
Even his personal staff, including a dedicated mechanic, enjoy stable employment — a sign of his loyalty and commitment to those around him.
A True Example of Giving Back
Unlike others who may choose to invest abroad, Lil Win has deliberately poured his resources into Ghana’s economy, creating jobs and empowering lives. His commitment to social and economic development is an example worth emulating.
Fans on social media have begun calling for national recognition for the actor. “Lil Win is not just a comedian — he’s a nation builder,” one user posted.
Indeed, Lil Win has shown that true success is not just measured by wealth, but by the impact one has on their community. Ghana salutes you, Lil Win.
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The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor has disclosed that all government agencies will soon operate on Prepaid Meters as part of measures to reduce technical and commercial losses in the system.
In response to the concerns raised in parliament by Minority leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, the sector minister outlined the specific measures being implemented by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to reduce technical and commercial losses under the Loss Reduction Programme.
Ghanaian musician Jubed Baffour has credited his rise to fame to a standout performance on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily, describing it as the pivotal moment in his musical journey.
Speaking on The Chat on Channel One TV on Saturday, July 5, the rising artiste revealed that a video clip of his live performance on Breakfast Daily went viral, catching the attention of influential industry figures—including renowned Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy—after it was reposted on Instagram.
“Rema is one of my biggest inspirations when it comes to music. That video, recorded right here on Breakfast Daily, was the moment that changed everything. From there, people started calling me, wanting to collaborate and support my journey,” he said.
Jubed noted that the buzz the video generated was intense, prompting him to seek guidance before acting on the new opportunities.
“I consulted my pastors and leaders on how to go about the opportunities that came after the video went viral. Their advice and prayers grounded me,” he explained.
He also revealed that Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie personally reached out to offer support and encouragement during this crucial period.
“Sarkodie told me not to listen to people who try to bring me down. He said I should maintain the same positive energy and believe that my music is a banger. That advice stuck with me,” Jubed added.
Jubed’s current EP, From the Soil, is making waves in Ghana’s music scene and has earned him a growing fanbase.
In yet another disturbing escalation of xenophobia targeting Chinese businesses in Ghana, eight armed police officers allegedly stormed the premises of the Chinese-owned Greenhouse Group Bright International Freezones Company in Dawhenya, Tema, and brutally assaulted the Group Chairman, Mr. Zheng Xiangming, without a warrant or justification.
Popular Ghanaian comic actor and comedian Richard Kweku Asante (Kalybos) has shed light on his decision to actively campaign for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 general elections.
He revealed that his involvement was driven by a deeply personal commitment to the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy.
Dispelling notions of selfish gain, Kalybos explained his motivation during a candid interview on JoyFM’s #ShowbizAtoZ, stating he joined the campaign solely to champion a cause he believed would genuinely benefit others.
“I’ve always had this thing with me, to get involved in something I believe is right. I believe it will serve a purpose for someone. Never about any selfish gain. Never about any talk about it. Whatever I join with NPP, I’ve never gained anything from it,” Kalybos asserted, addressing common perceptions that celebrities endorse political parties for financial benefit.
The actor recounted the significant financial burden he bore before the advent of Free SHS, a situation that profoundly influenced his decision.
He highlighted the societal expectation that public figures, once on television, are perceived as wealthy, leading to numerous requests for financial assistance, particularly for school fees.
“If I were to tell you back in the days when you know Free SHS never came on, the amount of school fees I pay [would] shock [you],” Kalybos revealed.
He explained that a substantial portion of his earnings went towards supporting family members from both his mother’s side and his community.
“You know, from the family side, from the mother’s side, and even in my area, my community I’m living in, do you get it? And all of it was coming out of school fees; you know, they come and it’s about school fees, about school fees.”
It was this relentless financial strain that cemented his resolve to back the policy.
“So my motive to join was to help champion something that was being put up with the free education. And I’ve said it over and over: I went in for that policy…. I’ve worked with both sides and all that,” he clarified, emphasising his previous political neutrality.
Kalybos admitted to a “little bit selfish” angle to his motivation, but one rooted in financial prudence rather than greed.
“If I can throw my weight on it to push and make sure this thing facilitates, that means I can save some money. And believe you me, it did happen. Now I could save money and start doing some projects that I’ve always wanted to do ’cause it was crazy papa. I wouldn’t get money after September, and after fees, you know, provisions and all that. So now it became something that I was like finding ways and means to, you know, sort this thing out for myself so that I can also, and then this thing came in, and then I said, okay, I want to be a part to help champion it. It’s on record there. I’ve always said it,” he concluded.
Kalybos’s candid explanation provides a unique perspective on celebrity political endorsements, linking his activism directly to a policy’s tangible impact on his personal finances and, by extension, his ability to achieve other life goals.
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The Water Guards and police conducted a joint operation, leading to the arrest of 15 suspects
The Nzema East Blue Water Guards of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, in collaboration with the Axim Police Command, have foiled illegal mining (galamsey) operations around the Draw River Forest Reserve.
The operation followed a tip-off from Ghanaian journalist, Erastus Asare Donkor.
According to the reporter, the illegal miners had been operating in the area, polluting the environment with unauthorised mining activities.
Acting on the intelligence, the Water Guards and police conducted a joint operation, leading to the arrest of 15 suspects, while others fled upon seeing the security team.
Eleven changfang machines, 15 pumping machines, and other equipment—including blankets, intakes, shovels, and rubber basins — were destroyed.
Additionally, ten pumping machines, 14 gallons of petrol and diesel, and one hunting gun were seized and sent to the police station.
In a related development, the Blue Water Guards conducted another operation at Wassa Amenfi East, achieving similar results.
The raid targeted a site near the road and the Ankobra River, resulting in the destruction of four pumping machines, one changfang, and three washing boards.
The suspects, however, fled before the taskforce arrived, and no casualties were reported.
Meanwhile, police at both Axim and Wassa Amenfi East are pursuing the illegal miners who escaped during the operations.
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Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), Abraham Koomson
The Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), Abraham Koomson, has urged the government to place Agriculture and Manufacturing at the centre of the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Programme, arguing that these sectors hold the key to Ghana’s economic recovery and job creation.
Koomson praised the government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative as bold and timely but warned that its impact would be limited unless production-driven sectors are prioritised.
“I believe the 24-Hour Economy initiative can work,” he said.
“But for it to truly drive transformation, we must put our energy into Agriculture and Manufacturing.
These are the sectors that can revive the economy.”
While welcoming efforts to extend operational hours in institutions like the Passport Office and various ministries, the GFL leader stressed that sustainable economic transformation requires a shift in focus from service delivery to production.
“Yes, offices can operate around the clock, but that alone won’t fix the economy,” he explained.
“If we’re serious about transformation, the focus must be on farming and factories—on producing, processing, and exporting.”
Koomson proposed the concepts of “Grow24” and “Manufacture24” as central themes of the policy, where round-the-clock activities in agriculture and manufacturing would lead to real growth, higher exports, and reduced dependency on imports.
He reaffirmed the Ghana Federation of Labour’s readiness to work with the government in refining and implementing the policy to ensure it delivers tangible results for workers and the wider population.
“We will keep reminding the government of what needs to be done,” he said.
“As a federation, we’re proud that our input was reflected in the NDC’s manifesto.
That gives us hope that the right things will be done.”
Koomson said the labour movement remains optimistic that, with adequate support for the right sectors, Ghana’s economy can recover and thrive.
He concluded with a direct call to policymakers and stakeholders to align the implementation of the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Programme with the sectors most capable of generating jobs, wealth, and long-term national prosperity.
“If Agriculture and Manufacturing are properly supported, Ghana’s economy can bounce back stronger,” he said.
He made this call while speaking on Ahotor FM on Saturday on July 5, 2025.
Ghana international, Joseph Paintsil scored twice in the game
Forward Joseph Paintsil has disclosed that he feels relieved after ending his goal drought in Los Angeles Galaxy’s 3-0 victory over Vancouver Whitecaps on Friday evening.
The Ghana international netted a brace to increase his tally for the 2025 regular season to three, with his first goal coming on May 31 at the Dignity Health Park.
Painstil was left frustrated by the lack of goals but insists he had to psyche himself up to get back to his best.
“It’s really important because I really needed this kind of momentum. I really needed these kinds of goals,” he said after the game.
“I’ve been missing some chances that I need to score. But that’s football, and sometimes you need to raise your head and focus on the next game and do what you have to do.
“I feel sometimes a little bit disappointed in myself because of chances I need to score and these kinds of things. But I always tell myself, never to look down on myself and just keep focusing on the right part because in life there is no failure. There is all a learning part. So, it’s just a learning part for me to just focus and do what I enjoy and love to do as footballer.”
The former KRC Genk winger is hoping to lead LA Galaxy to a play-off position after a poor start to the campaign as defending champions.
Paintsil played a magnificent role in helping Galaxy win their sixth MLS title last season, recording double figures in goals and assists.
However, he has scored three and assisted one in 14 matches this season.
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Following Evangelist Patricia Asiedua’s (Nana Agradaa) 15-year jail sentence for fraud and false advertising, controversial Ghanaian radio presenter and reggae musician Blakk Rasta has demanded that Archbishop Nicholas DuncanWilliams, the founder of Action Chapel International, be taken into custody. On his 3FM program, Blakk Rasta referred to DuncanWilliams as a fraud and accused him of exploiting church members by using their tithes to lead an affluent lifestyle. The former British High Commissioner to Ghana, Jon Benjamin, made a statement along these lines.
Blakk Rasta seized the opportunity to criticize well-known religious leaders, claiming that DuncanWilliams leads a lavish lifestyle, complete with a gold toilet and full British Airways business class bookings for family vacations financed by church members’ tithes. In discussing DuncanWilliams’ opulent residence, which he reportedly contrasted to the dire living conditions of several church members, he mentioned a conversation he had with Jon Benjamin while on a visit.
Furthermore, Blakk Rasta mentioned Benjamin’s blog regarding Agradaa’s conviction, in which he claimed that Nana Agradaa was not taken too far in dem police car to Nsawam prison. Archbishop DuncanWilliams is to be hes… Religious charlatans in a jam jar, indicating that both are complicit in defrauding Ghanaians. In addition to calling himself a fetish priestess and businessman, Blakk Rasta claimed to provide spiritual services, such as providing clients with soap to use on foreign victims. His actions sparked doubts about his own practices.
Recent high-profile arrests by the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO), including those of NPP politicians, have drawn criticism and claims of political prejudice. Although there is no evidence that EOCO is now investigating DuncanWilliams, Blakk Rasta’s remarks, which were amplified by Benjamin’s diplomatic clout, have generated public debate. Agradaa’s sentencing caused mixed reactions among X users. Some questioned why religious officials were the target of the legislation, while others believed it would be a beneficial deterrent.
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Franklin Cudjoe of the think tank IMANI Africa has lashed out at Ghana’s foreign affairs minister over his response to the United States of America senator who called on him to pay attention to the debts owed US companies.
He says the response does not make sense in the scheme of affairs, considering recent trade relations between the two countries.
Motorists and residents of Budo-City in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region have lauded the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation for cutting the sod to begin reconstruction of the deplorable New Atuabo road, which stretches through Budo-City Junction to Bogoso Junction.
While welcoming the initiative, residents also appealed to the Foundation to honour its commitment by completing the 2.1-kilometre road, which they say has become a major source of stress due to its poor condition.
Speaking to Citi News on Saturday, July 5, on the sidelines of the sod-cutting ceremony, residents expressed hope that the project would help reduce the heavy traffic on the main Tarkwa Station to Bogoso Junction road.
“The potholes on this road cause serious damage to our cars. We sometimes get stuck or have to call for towing services. During the rainy season, the road becomes so slippery it’s nearly impassable,” said Samuel Tetteh, a motorist who plies the route regularly. “We’re grateful to Gold Fields for initiating the project, but we plead with them to follow through and complete it.”
Another motorist, Kweku Asumang, echoed similar concerns. “This road is a major alternative when there’s traffic on the main route. It’s in terrible shape, and we’re counting on Gold Fields to fix it as promised.”
Executive Secretary of the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation, Abdel Razak Yakubu, assured the public that funds have been secured, and the contractor has been fully resourced to complete the road within two years.
“Infrastructure development is one of the key pillars of the Foundation. As a mining company, Gold Fields is committed to improving infrastructure in its operational areas. This project, worth GHS11.6 million, will link the New Atuabo community and ease congestion on the main Tarkwa to Bogoso road. That’s how significant this initiative is to us.”
The Member of Parliament for Tarkwa-Nsuaem, Issah Salifu, also commended Gold Fields for supporting the government’s infrastructure efforts. He pledged to work with stakeholders to tackle other poor roads across the municipality.
General Manager of Woodbine Ventures, the construction firm handling the project, William Amponsah, assured the community of timely completion. He also called on residents to cooperate with the construction team to ensure smooth execution.
Ghana’s latest economic blueprint, President John Dramani Mahama’s “24-Hour Economy”, has been met with scepticism from Kofi Bentil, Vice President of IMANI Africa.
Speaking on JoyFM’s Newsfile on Saturday, July 5, Mr Bentil characterised the policy as largely a rehash of past initiatives, warning that without a fundamental shift in implementation, it risks becoming another costly exercise in “branding” that ultimately achieves little while creating new avenues for “waste and stealing”.
Indian Prime Minister, the Veep and the Foreign Affairs minister in a photograph
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has outlined key milestones chalked after the visit of the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, to Ghana.
According to him, the visit did not only rewrite history, but also led to the strengthening of diplomatic ties between India and Ghana.
In a post on X announcing the conclusion of the Prime Minister’s visit, Ablakwa wrote: “Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Ghana has come to an end but this was not merely historic because Ghana hasn’t hosted an Indian PM in 30 years; it marks a watershed moment in our diplomatic relations.”
He listed a summary of key visionary agreements reached between Ghana and India as follows:
1) Elevating our bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Partnership, which makes us special allies for wider and deeper priority cooperation;
2) Committing to double trade from the current $3billion to $6billion in the short term;
3) Partnership with India being the world’s pharmaceutical headquarters to make Ghana the Vaccine Hub of Africa so we can change the unacceptable situation where Africa produces only 1% of its vaccine requirements;
4) A strategic Defense Cooperation Pact;
5) A standardization of trade standards;
6) Establishment of a world-class Institute for Medicines at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS);
7) Enhanced Agricultural Cooperation for rapid agric modernization and food security;
8)Digital Technologies Collaboration to support President Mahama’s One Million Coders Initiative, Innovation Hub and Fintech Promotion — acknowledging that 50% of global digital transactions take place in India;
9) Renewable Energy Partnerships under the Solar Alliance;
10) New Terms for deeper Creative Arts and Cultural Exchange.
The Indian Prime Minister visited Ghana on July 2, 2025, to strengthen diplomatic ties and bilateral trade relations.
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