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July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

“Fake Soldier” and Wife Accused of Scamming Lawyer in GH₵192K Landguard Protection Fraud

A man who allegedly impersonated a military officer and scammed a lawyer out of GH₵192,000 in a fake land protection deal has been arraigned before the Accra Circuit Court. The accused, Mahama Saani Razak, also known as Major Zack Gariba Tanko,

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Trotro Crashes Into Akufo-Addo’s Nima Residence Wall, Injures Three

A commercial minibus, commonly known as a trotro, crashed into the wall of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s private residence in Nima on the evening of Wednesday, July 16, 2025, injuring three people. The accident occurred around 7:30 p.m., just

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

4 Dead, 20 Missing After Galamsey Pit Collapses in Akyem Wenchi

A devastating mining accident in Akyem Wenchi, located in the Denkyembour District of Ghana’s Eastern Region, has left at least four people dead and about 20 others missing after a suspected illegal mining (galamsey) pit caved in. The incident, which occurred

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Yemen Delays Execution of Indian Nurse on Death Row

Yemeni authorities have postponed the execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who was scheduled to be executed on Tuesday, July 16, after being convicted of murder. The temporary delay comes amid ongoing diplomatic and humanitarian efforts to secure a pardon through

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

“God Wants Holiness, Not Just Charity” – Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim Teaches on The Ability to See

On The Ability to See series, Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim delivered a powerful message on what truly pleases God, urging listeners to pursue holiness over superficial religious acts. Speaking on AP Radio 105.7, Dr. Ephraim warned against the growing misconception that

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Four Arrested Over Murder of 70-Year-Old Woman Accused of Witchcraft

Police in the Bunkpurugu Yonyoo District of the North East Region have arrested four people suspected of being involved in the murder of a 70-year-old woman who was accused of witchcraft. According to a police statement released on Tuesday, July 15, the suspects fled Sangbana village following the incident but

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Cable Theft Spree Lands Two Men in Prison for Two Decades

The Assin Nsuaem Kyekyewere Circuit Court has sentenced two men to a combined 20 years in prison for stealing electrical cables from construction sites in Assin Edubiase, located in Ghana’s Central Region. The convicted individuals, 26-year-old labourer Stephen Adu-Gyamfi, also known

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Historic Gandhi Oil Painting Surpasses $200,000 at London Auction

A rare oil painting of Mahatma Gandhi, created by British artist Clare Leighton in 1931, has been sold at auction in London for £152,800 (approximately $204,648). The final price significantly exceeded Bonhams’ pre-sale estimate of £50,000 to £70,000. The portrait was

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Thai Woman Arrested for Extorting Monks Using Explicit Footage

Thai police have arrested a woman accused of blackmailing Buddhist monks using explicit photos and videos taken during alleged sexual encounters. Authorities say the woman, known publicly as "Ms Golf," extorted nearly 385 million baht (approximately $11.9 million) over the past

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025

High Court Denies Bail to Nana Agradaa Pending Appeal

The High Court in Amasaman has rejected an application for bail filed on behalf of Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, as she awaits the outcome of her appeal against a recent conviction. Speaking after the ruling on Tuesday,