Juventus Kantaayel

Juventus Kantaayel is a Ghanaian news/content writer with three years of experience, known for detailed and timely reporting on issues in Ghana and beyond.

Nigerian Gospel Singer Mercy Chinwo and Husband Sue Social Media Users for Defamation Over False Paternity Claims

Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her husband, Blessed Uzochikwa, have taken legal action against five social media users for criminal defamation. The lawsuit follows false allegations spread by the defendants, claiming that gospel artist Nathaniel Bassey fathered Mercy Chinwo’s child, suggesting paternity fraud. Mercy Chinwo and Blessed Uzochikwa filed …

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I Nearly Broke My Arm While Trying to Touch the Kaba – Akuapem Poloo

Ghanaian actress Rosemond Brown, popularly known as Akuapem Poloo, is currently on a Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca after converting to Islam in August 2022. Throughout her pilgrimage, she has been sharing her transformative experience on social media. In a recent Instagram post, Akuapem Poloo recounted how she nearly injured her …

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NDC Communicator Allegedly Stabbed to Death by Wife in Asante Mampong

In a tragic incident on the night of April 4, 2024, a 45-year-old National Democratic Congress (NDC) communicator in Asante Mampong, Osei Yaw Akoto, known as ‘Borga,’ was reportedly fatally stabbed during a heated altercation with his wife. According to reports, the altercation escalated, leading to the stabbing. His friend, …

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Alan Kyerematen, Abu Sakara, and Others Form Alliance for 2024 Election

  Dr. Michael Abu Sakara Foster, the Convener and Leader of the National Interest Movement (NIM), a political Civil Society Coalition, is among the key figures in this alliance. Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, Founder of the Movement for Change, announced the alliance in a press release on Thursday. He emphasized that …

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Ghana’s Majority Leader Afenyo-Markin Chosen as 3rd Deputy Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament

Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Ghana’s Majority Leader in Parliament, has been elected as the 3rd Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament. His election brings a wealth of experience to the role, having been actively engaged in parliamentary affairs both domestically and at the ECOWAS Parliament for a significant period. The inauguration …

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Black Stars Assistant Coach John Paintsil Sues Media Outlets and Journalists Over Criticism of Coaching Appointment

Former Ghanaian footballer John Paintsil has taken legal action against several media houses, sports journalists, and an analyst following criticism of his recent appointment as assistant coach of the Ghana national team. In a writ dated Thursday, April 4, 2024, Paintsil filed a lawsuit against Saddick Adams, Christopher Nimley, Patrick …

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Ghana Drops to 68th in Latest Coca-Cola FIFA World Rankings, 14th in Africa

Ghana Black Stars, have experienced a decline in the latest FIFA World Rankings after their recent international matches over the March break. During this period, the Black Stars faced Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Uganda, resulting in a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria followed by a 2-2 draw against Uganda. These results …

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President Akufo-Addo Reshuffles Regional Ministers: Hon. Stephen Yakubu Moves to Upper West, Hafiz Bin Salih to Upper East

In a recent announcement from the Communication Directorate of the Jubilee House in Accra, President Akufo-Addo has implemented changes to the regional ministers within his government. The reshuffling sees Hon. Stephen Yakubu, the current Upper East Regional Minister, assuming the position of Upper West Regional Minister. Simultaneously, Hafiz Bin Salih, …

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs Stands Firm on Passport Fees, Rejects Calls for Review

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Reintegration has issued a resolute statement, affirming its decision not to reconsider the recent adjustments to passport application fees. This follows comments from Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament and MP for North Tongu, who described …

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Government Declares April 11 as Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr Celebration

The Government of Ghana has announced Thursday, April 11, as a statutory public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Fitr. The Interior Minister, Henry Quartey, issued a statement encouraging all citizens to observe the day. “Eid-ul-Fitr, which falls on Thursday, April 11, 2024, is hereby declared a statutory public holiday and should be …

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