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September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Luis Suarez Announces Retirement from International Football

La Luis Suarez, Uruguay's star striker, has announced his retirement from international football. In an emotional press conference, the 37-year-old confirmed that the World Cup qualifier against Paraguay will be his last match for Uruguay. Suarez is Uruguay's all-time leading scorer

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

McCullum Named England’s New White-Ball Coach

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced the appointment of Brendon McCullum as the new head coach of the men's white-ball team, in addition to his existing role as Test coach. McCullum, a former New Zealand cricketer, will take

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Tragedy Strikes O’Reilly Senior High School as Student Fatally Stabbed

A tragic incident unfolded at O’Reilly Senior High School in the Greater Accra Region, resulting in the fatal stabbing of a student. According to sources, the altercation began as a heated argument between two students, which escalated into a physical fight.

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Soldier Arrested for Alleged Rape in Bolgatanga

A military officer is under investigation for allegedly raping an 18-year-old girl at the Siim Lina Guest House in Soe, a suburb of the Bolgatanga Municipality, on Monday, September 2, 2024. The incident has sparked outrage in the community and raised

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Resolves KNUST Vice-Chancellor Reapppointment Dispute

The Asantehene and Chancellor of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has successfully mediated a dispute surrounding the reappointment of the university's Vice-Chancellor. Following recent legal challenges to the Vice-Chancellor's extension, Otumfuo convened a meeting

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Cheddar Unveils Economic Blueprint, Calls for Currency Printing Independence

Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Cheddar and the leader of The New Force, has outlined an ambitious plan to revitalize Ghana's economy. In his newly launched manifesto, "12 Pillars For Economic Freedom," Cheddar proposed that Ghana should print its own

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Black Princesses Need to Win All Remaining Games After Austria Loss

Ghana's Black Princesses face a must-win situation after a disappointing 1-2 defeat to Austria in their opening match at the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Head coach Yussif Basigi acknowledged the pressure facing his team, stating that a win or

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Minority Demands Lands Minister’s Removal Over Galamsey Crisis

The Minority in Parliament has called for the immediate dismissal of the Lands Minister and his deputies, accusing them of failing to protect Ghana's water bodies from the devastating effects of illegal mining. Ranking Member of the Works and Housing Committee,

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Nyaho-Tamakloe: EC Poses Significant Threat to Ghana’s Democracy

A founding member of Ghana's governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has expressed concerns about the Electoral Commission's (EC) actions, warning they could jeopardize Ghana's democratic reputation. Speaking at an anti-corruption event in Accra, he stated that the EC's

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Government Set To Raise Cocoa Farmgate Price By Nearly 45%, Sources Say

Government will increase the state-guaranteed price paid to its cocoa farmers by nearly 45% for the 2024/25 crop season, two sources with knowledge of the price review told Reuters. This according to the sources aims to help boost their incomes and