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April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

EPA Warns Politicians: Galamsey Involvement Will Not Be Tolerated

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has firmly stated that politicians involved in illegal mining ("galamsey") will face the full force of the law, just like any other citizen found violating environmental regulations. Acting Chief Executive Officer of the EPA, Prof. Nana

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

Mpasatia: Two Dead, Several Trapped Following Mining Pit Collapse

A tragic mining pit collapse in Mpasatia, Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region, has resulted in the deaths of two individuals, with several others feared to be trapped underground. Rescue operations have been ongoing since Tuesday morning, but as of

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

Invest in Sports Psychology to Boost Athlete Performance, Urges Dr. Agyemang Badu

University of Ghana sports psychology lecturer, Dr. Collins Agyemang Badu, is advocating for significant investment in sports psychology in Ghana, highlighting the growing global trend in this area. In an interview with Citi Sports, Dr. Badu emphasized the increased pressure on

April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

Brofoyedru Kyidomhene Allegedly Murdered Near Mampong

Nana Osei Bonsu, the Kyidomhene of Brofoyedru in the Mampong Municipality of the Ashanti Region, has been tragically found dead, allegedly murdered by unidentified assailants. Richard Nketiah, the Assembly Member for the Mprim Electoral Area, reported that the 48-year-old sub-chief was

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Haaland Ankle Injury Assessed by Specialist, City Expect Striker to Return This Season

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland will undergo specialist assessment on an ankle injury sustained during Sunday's FA Cup victory over Bournemouth. Despite leaving the stadium on crutches and in a protective boot, the club anticipates the Norwegian will play again before

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Avedzi Demands Jail Time, Not Just Refunds, for Corrupt Officials

Former Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairman James Klutse Avedzi has criticized the practice of merely recovering stolen public funds from corrupt officials, arguing that it encourages impunity. Avedzi, now Director General of the Securities and Exchanges Commission, stated that while recovering

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Nitiwul Calls for Inquiry into Tema Port Security After ECG Container Disappearance

Former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul has raised serious concerns about the security architecture at the Tema Port, following the disappearance of over 1,300 ECG containers filled with electrical equipment. An investigative report revealed that out of 2,491 uncleared ECG containers at

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Gas Explosion in New Juaben Claims One Life, Leaves Two Hospitalized

A gas explosion at a home in Oyoko, a suburb of the New Juaben North Municipality in the Eastern Region, has tragically resulted in the death of a young woman and left a boy and another woman with severe burns. The

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Ashanti Prisons Service Seeks Public Assistance Amidst Overcrowding and Feeding Challenges

The Ashanti Regional Prisons Service is implementing resourceful strategies, including relocating inmates to farming stations, to manage severe overcrowding and inadequate feeding allowances within its facilities. CSP Tachie Kofi, the Acting Officer-in-Charge of the Kumasi Central Prisons, highlighted the long-standing issues

March 31, 2025March 31, 2025

Opoku’s Stoppage-Time Goal Sends Asante Kotoko to MTN FA Cup Semifinals

Kwame Opoku struck a dramatic 93rd-minute winner as Asante Kotoko edged past True Democracy 2-1 to secure their place in the semifinals of the 2024/25 MTN FA Cup. The Porcupine Warriors showed resilience in a tightly contested match and will