Rev. Dr. Eric Adu-Gyamfi, Chairman of the National Peace Council, has emphasized the Council’s role as a mediator and its impartial stance regarding the anti-LGBTQ+ bill currently under consideration. He clarified that the Council has not taken a stance on the bill and emphasized the importance of maintaining neutrality in …
Read More »Chef Faila’s Guinness World Record Cook-a-thon Attempt Disqualified
Ghanaian chef, Failatu Abdul-Razak, fell short in her bid to break the world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, according to a press release on her Instagram page. Her goal was to surpass the official 119-hour record set by Alan Fisher. However, the attempt did not meet …
Read More »Veteran Nollywood Star Mr. Ibu Reported Dead
Veteran Nollywood actor John Okafor, better known as Mr. Ibu, has reportedly passed away. The 62-year-old comedic icon is said to have breathed his last at Evercare Hospital after battling illness for some time. Mr. Ibu, known for his hilarious performances, had been undergoing medical treatment and surgeries since last …
Read More »Mohammed Kudus Shines as West Ham United Beat Everton 3-1
West Ham United clinched a commanding 3-1 victory over Everton at Goodison Park, with summer signing Mohammed Kudus once again showcasing his talent for the Hammers. The 23-year-old attacker played a crucial role in the comeback win, providing the assist for the go-ahead goal. Despite missing a penalty in …
Read More »Ghana is Not The 51st State of the United States, You Either Do Business With Us or You Can Walk – Sam George to America
Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram constituency, Sam George, has issued a strong statement defending Ghana’s passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. In a bold declaration, he asserted Ghana’s sovereignty and right to protect its cultural values, challenging American businesses to …
Read More »Electoral Commission is Not Ready for December Elections – NDC
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised concerns about the readiness of the Electoral Commission (EC) for the upcoming December 07 elections, citing perceived delays in preparations. Dr. Rashid Tanko-Computer, the Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the NDC, expressed these concerns in an interview on Eyewitness News on …
Read More »Government Declares March 6th as Public Holiday to Mark Independence Day
The Ministry of the Interior has officially announced that Wednesday, March 6th, 2024, will be observed as a statutory public holiday nationwide in commemoration of Independence Day. In a statement released on March 1, 2023, the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, stressed the significance of this day in Ghana’s …
Read More »Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill: We Are Disappointed in Ghana – UK
Mr. Mitchell took to X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday, February 29, and said the passage of the bill would undermine the rights and freedoms enjoyed by Ghanaians. “If it becomes law, this will undermine freedoms for all Ghanaians,” his post read. He called on Ghana to uphold human rights by …
Read More »GPCC Urges Akufo-Addo to Assent to Anti-Gay Bill
The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) have expressed their gratitude and satisfaction following the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the anti-gay bill, by Ghana’s Parliament. The legislation, which criminalizes and prohibits LGBT activities, was approved on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, sparking …
Read More »IMF Expresses Concern Over Passage of Ghana’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, Says it Affects its Internal Policies
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has subtly expressed its concerns following the passage of the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill by Ghana’s Parliament. On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved the bill that criminalizes LGBTQ+ activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Those found guilty could face a jail term ranging from …
Read More »