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August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

Kojo Choi Denies Political Allegiance, Says South Korea Ambassador Appointment Based on Merit

Ghana’s Ambassador-designate to South Korea, Kojo Choi, has rejected claims that his appointment was politically motivated or influenced by ties to the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). Mr. Choi emphasized that his selection by President John Dramani Mahama was based solely

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

At Least Eight Dead After Severe Flooding Hits Cape Verde’s São Vicente Island

Torrential rains have caused deadly flooding on Cape Verde’s São Vicente island, leaving at least eight people dead and several others missing, local authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The floods, triggered by intense rainfall on Monday morning, overwhelmed emergency services, swept away

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Parliament Opens Book of Condolence for Victims of Helicopter Crash

The Parliament of Ghana, under the leadership of the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced the opening of a Book of Condolence in honour of the eight distinguished Ghanaians who tragically lost their lives in a

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Private School Fees Reflect Market Realities, Not Exploitation – EduWatch

The Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, has defended the fees charged by private schools, arguing they reflect current market conditions rather than an intent to exploit parents. His comments come amid increasing concerns from parents over rising fees

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Scrap By-Elections and Let Parties Retain Seats for Full Term — Dr. Adomako Kissi Proposes

Former Member of Parliament for Anyaa Sowutuom, Dr. Adomako Kissi, is advocating for a new law that would allow political parties to retain parliamentary seats for the entire four-year term when a vacancy arises—eliminating the need for by-elections. Dr. Kissi argued

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Man Jailed 10 Years for Impregnating Daughter

A 58-year-old mason, Joshua Bledi, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Kwabenya Circuit Court after pleading guilty to impregnating his 17-year-old daughter. According to Chief Inspector Gershon Togbe Achondo, the prosecutor, the victim is a hairdresser apprentice

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Transfer Gossip: Man City Target Rodrygo, McAtee Nears Forest Move, Chelsea Eye Defensive Reinforcements

Manchester City are weighing up a move for Rodrygo, Real Madrid’s 24-year-old Brazilian forward, who is reportedly valued at £87 million. (Fabrizio Romano) In other City-related news, Nottingham Forest are close to finalizing a deal for James McAtee, the 22-year-old English

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

DVLA Launches Lorry Terminal Project to Bring Licensing Services Closer to Drivers

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially launched the Lorry Terminal Project, a new initiative aimed at making licensing services more accessible to commercial drivers and other road users across Ghana. This project allows drivers to access essential DVLA

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

NEVER TRUE that Dr. Bawumia Mobilized More Votes Than Any First-Time NPP Candidate Except Akufo-Addo

NEVER TRUE that Dr. Bawumia Mobilized More Votes Than Any First-Time NPP Candidate Except Akufo-Addo According to one of the Aides of H. E. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, "Dr. Bawumia despite inheriting an economic mess still mobilized more votes than any first-time

August 12, 2025August 11, 2025

Police Arrest Two with 519 Parcels of Suspected Indian Hemp

The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested two individuals for allegedly possessing 519 compressed parcels of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp. The suspects, identified as 30-year-old Eric Nkyeke and 28-year-old Francis Klu, were caught while offloading the parcels