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January 3, 2025January 3, 2025

Akufo-Addo’s Bodyguard Collapses During Last SONA

In a dramatic turn of events during President Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address (SONA), his aide-de-camp, Colonel Isaac Amponsah, unexpectedly collapsed while standing at attention beside the President. The incident occurred midway through the highly anticipated speech, causing a

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025

GES Rejects Calls for Postponement, SHSs to Reopen January 3

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has reiterated that the 2024/25 academic calendar will proceed as planned, with Senior High Schools (SHS) set to reopen on January 3, 2025. In a statement issued on January 2, 2025, the GES clarified that SHS

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

Montenegro Mourns After Mass Shooting Leaves 12 Dead

A gunman opened fire in the southern Montenegrin town of Cetinje, killing 12 people, including two children, before turning the gun on himself. The shooting spree began at a restaurant following a verbal altercation between guests. The gunman, identified as Aleksandar

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

Massive Blaze Engulfs Kantamanto Market in Accra

A major fire has broken out at the Kantamanto market in Accra, with at least 13 fire tenders mobilized to battle the flames. The fire, which started around 1 a.m., has already caused extensive damage, destroying several shops within the market.

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

New Year, New Hope: Akufo-Addo’s Farewell Message Inspires Ghanaians

In his final address as President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered an inspiring New Year’s message to Ghanaians, urging them to face 2025 with renewed hope, unity, and determination. Reflecting on the challenges and accomplishments of his tenure, Akufo-Addo emphasized the

January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

Esereso Tragedy: Man Killed by Car During New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service

A tragic accident occurred in Esereso, Bosomtwe Constituency, Ashanti Region, on New Year's Eve, claiming the life of a man identified as Owura Kwame, who was in his late 30s. Kwame was struck by a car while crossing the road during

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Ashanti Region Records First Cholera Cases

The Ashanti Region has reported its first cases of cholera, with five confirmed cases recorded across three districts. Sekyere South District has the highest number of cases, while Kumasi and Bekwai have each recorded one case. The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Australian Youth Pastor Dies in Shark Attack

Luke Walford, a beloved youth pastor from the Cathedral of Praise church in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia, tragically died after a shark attack while spearfishing with his family. Emergency services responded to reports of a critical injury and found Walford suffering from

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Georgia Christian College Wins Access to State Financial Aid

Luther Rice College and Seminary in Georgia has secured access to state-backed financial aid programs after successfully challenging a state rule that previously prohibited religious schools from participating. The college, which had been excluded from programs like the HOPE and Zell

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Ghana National Awards 2024: Eight Institutions Honoured for Exceptional Contributions

Recognition of Excellence Across Sectors at Accra Ceremony The Ghana National Awards 2024 took place at the Accra International Conference Centre, where eight distinguished institutions were honoured for their outstanding contributions to national development and global partnerships. The awards were presented