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EOCO boss, others honoured for distinguished service
The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has honoured some former and current heads of the organisation for distinguishing themselves in the line of duty.
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Black Sherif drops Rebel Music ahead of Iron Boy album
Fresh off an incredible year of chart-topping success, Black Sherif returns with a new single titled ‘Rebel Music, via RBA/Empire, a powerful track that showcases his strength, resilience and unwavering focus in the face of adversity.
The single comes off the heels of his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Iron Boy,’ which has been teased since the start of the year and is slated for release later this year.
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Ayorkor Botchwey vies for Commonwealth Secretary-General position
Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, stands on the cusp of history as she vies for the position of Secretary-General of the Commonwealth.
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NSMQ 2024: Mfantsipim School, Osei Tutu, PRESEC book places in semi-finals
In a series of electrifying contests, Mfantsipim School, Osei Tutu Senior High School and Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC) have all secured spots in the semifinals of the NSMQ 2024..
The tension throughout the day was palpable, as each school fought hard to outsmart their competitors in a bid to claim victory and move closer to the coveted title.
The first contest proved to be an unforgettable battle, especially between Mfantsipim School and Prempeh College.
Both schools showcased remarkable skill and intellect, ending the contest with 53 points each, forcing a dramatic tie.
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Lawrence Tetteh urges religious leaders to stay politically neutral
Dr Lawrence Tetteh, President of the Worldwide Miracle Outreach, has urged religious leaders in Ghana to remain neutral in politics and called for a united effort to reduce the growing toxic political discourse.
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Nungua Mantse elected new President of Greater Accra House of Chiefs
The Nungua Mantse, Oboade Notse King Professor Odaifio Welentsi III has been elected the President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs (GARHC).
Until his election, Professor Welentsi III was the Vice President and acting President of the House.
Professor Welentsi III became the acting President following the demise of the Paramount Chief of Shai Osudoku Traditional Area, who was the President of the House.
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Kasoa murder trial: Teenager jailed for life
A seven-member jury has unanimously found the two teenagers charged for the 2021 murder of a 10-year-old boy at Kasoa for money ritual guilty.
The two teenagers, who are 18 and 15 years respectively, have been found guilty on two counts of conspiracy to commit murder, and the substantive charge of murder.
Consequently, the High Court presided over by Justice Lydia Osei Marfo, has sentenced the 18-year-old, Nicholas Kini, to life in prison.
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Tarzan star Ron Ely is dead
US actor Ron Ely, best known for playing the role of Tarzan in the 1960s television show of the same name, has died aged 86.
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Osebo draws ‘Roman soldier’ sword in ‘beef’ with Ajagurajah
The fashion rivalry between Ghanaian socialite Osebo the Zaraman and the controversial spiritual leader Kwabena Asiamah, known as Ajagurajah, has escalated dramatically, with Osebo drawing a symbolic sword.
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Mamobi disturbances suspect captured with gun arrested by police
Fatawu Ibrahim alias Fatau Motorway, one of the suspects in the recent clash between supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and New Patriotic Party (NPP) at Mamobi in Accra has been arrested by the police.
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Mion: Deteriorating school structure puts pupils at risk at Tinsung [VIDEO]
As Ghana continues its efforts to provide quality education for all, communities like Tinsung in the Mion District of the Northern Region require urgent attention to ensure no child is left behind.
Pupils at the Tinsung Fathul-Mubeen Islamic Primary School are studying in deplorable conditions, with the school's structure posing serious risks to their safety and well-being.
The mud-based building, with crumbling walls and rusted, dilapidated roofing, fails to provide a secure environment, making teaching and learning challenging, especially when it rains.
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Black Stars drop again in latest FIFA rankings, now 73rd globally
Ghana’s Black Stars have dropped three spots in the latest FIFA World Rankings released on Thursday, October 24, due to disappointing performances in their recent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
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8th Parliament is a 'joke', always engaged in needless arguments - Prof 'Opanyin' Kofi Agyekum [VIDEO]
A professor of Linguistics at the University of Ghana, Prof Kofi Agyekum commonly known as Opanyin Agyekum has said frequent involvements in needless controversies in the 8th Parliament of Ghana was not encouraging.
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8-Year-old boy accidentally shoots his brother
In a sad twist of events, an eight-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed his 12-year-old brother at Twifo-Ahyire in the Twifo Atti-Morkwa District in the Central Region. The boy reportedly went for the gun, belonging to his father and unaware that the gun was loaded, he playfully pointed it at his brother and pulled the trigger, killing his brother instantly.
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Tampering with power supply phase illegal - PURC warns public
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has warned the public to refrain from engaging unprofessional people to change the electricity supply phase to their premises in an attempt to restore power during a ‘phase off situation’ in their communities.
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$450m Manganese refinery project begins Nov.
All is set for the Ghana Manganese Company (GMC), a mining firm located at Nsuta in the Western Region, to construct the country’s first manganese refinery.
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Add herbal medicines to NHIS - GHAFTRAM urges govt
The Ghana Federation of Traditional Medicine Practitioners Associations (GHAFTRAM) has urged the government to include approved herbal medicines on the list of approved medicines on the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
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Ho set to be upgraded to metropolitan status this year — Bawumia
The Ho Municipality is set to become a metropolitan area this year, the Vice-President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has announced.
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13 Presidential candidates on ballot unnecessary — Prof. Prempeh
The Executive Director of the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Prof. Kwesi Prempeh, has chastised the Electoral Commission (EC) for failing to do a diligent and scrupulous work by allowing 13 presidential candidates on the ballot for the December 7 polls knowing very well that some of the parties do not meet the needed requirements.
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NSMQ 2024: Tamale SHS, Koforidua SHTS, Keta SHTS secure semi-finals spots
Tamale Senior High School (SHS), Koforidua Senior High Technical School, and Keta Senior High Technical School have secured well-deserved spots in the semi-finals of National Science and Mathematics Quiz (NSMQ) 2024 after a series of thrilling and fiercely competitive contests that kept audiences on the edge of their seats on Wednesday.
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NPP triggers Parliament recall
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Caucus in Parliament has requested the Speaker of Parliament to summon Parliament to transact urgent government business.
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Commonwealth leaders to defy UK on slavery reparations
Commonwealth heads of government are preparing to defy the United Kingdom and agree plans to examine reparatory justice for the transatlantic slave trade, the BBC has learned.
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Cola nut price surge threatens business in Tamale
COLA NUT business is facing a critical challenge as dwindling supplies and skyrocketing prices are threatening both traders and consumers in Tamale, the Northern regional capital.
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Ahead of new academic year: Traders switch to educational materials
Most traders in the central business district (CBD) of Accra have switched over to the sale of educational materials about a week to the commencement of the 2024-2025 academic year for first-year senior high school (SHS) students.
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NDC applauds Speaker for effective leadership
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has commended the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, for his effective leadership during last Tuesday’s parliamentary session.