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Tragic Crush at Guinea Football Match Claims 56 Lives

At least 56 people have lost their lives following a deadly stampede at a football match in Nzérékoré, Guinea’s second-largest city. The incident occurred during a match between Nzérékoré and Labé, part of a tournament honoring President Mamady Doumbouya, according to Guinea’s government. The chaos reportedly began when fans of …

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Dumelo Lodges Complaint Against Lydia Alhassan to OSP for Sharing food to Special Voters

John Dumelo, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has filed a criminal complaint against incumbent MP Lydia Seyram Alhassan with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). The complaint follows allegations that Lydia Alhassan distributed food to voters during the special voting exercise on December …

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WAEC Refutes Claims of Relocating Headquarters to Nigeria

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has denied recent claims that it is planning to relocate its headquarters from Ghana to Nigeria. Speculation arose following reports that financial challenges, allegedly due to the Ghanaian government’s indebtedness to WAEC, were impacting the council’s operations. John Kapi, WAEC’s Head of Public Relations, …

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Abedi Pele Calls for Unity and Hard Work to Revive Ghanaian Football

Legendary Ghanaian football icon, Abedi Pele, has voiced his concerns over the current state of football in Ghana, urging stakeholders to focus on rebuilding and advancing the sport to reclaim its former glory. Speaking on the state of Ghanaian football, the three-time African Footballer of the Year emphasized the importance …

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16 Missing After Tourist Boat Capsizes in the Red Sea

A tragic incident unfolded off the southern Red Sea coast of Egypt as 16 people, including foreigners, went missing after a tourist boat sank. Authorities report that 28 people have been rescued, with search efforts ongoing. The boat, identified as the Sea Story, had 44 individuals onboard, including 13 crew …

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CHRAJ Recommends Forensic Audit and Prosecution Over National Cathedral Project

The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has called for a forensic audit into the National Cathedral project and the possible prosecution of its trustees following allegations of corruption and abuse of power. The findings, published in a report on November 22, 2024, stem from a petition by …

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Former Bono Regional NPP Organizer Donates Motorbikes to Boost Party’s Grassroots Campaign  

Konlaabig Rasheed, a former Bono Regional Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has donated 13 motorbikes to support the party’s campaign across 12 constituencies in the region. The motorbikes, handed over to constituency chairmen, are intended to strengthen grassroots operations as the December 7, 2024, elections approach. Mr. Rasheed …

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Police Seize 37 Bags of Cocoa Beans Suspected for Smuggling in Walewale

Authorities in the North East Region have confiscated 37 bags of cocoa beans suspected to be part of a smuggling operation. The seizure occurred during an intelligence-led operation by the West Mamprusi Police Command at a private residence in Walewale. The cocoa beans, believed to have been transported from southern …

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Mahama Pledges Agro-Processing Zone for Afram Plains 

John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has outlined plans to transform Afram Plains into a specialized agro-processing zone to boost employment and economic activity. Speaking at a gathering of chiefs, clergy, and residents at Sakora Park in Donkorkrom on Thursday, November 21, Mahama emphasized the …

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Former Techiman City FC President Criticizes GFA Over Substandard Donated Buses

Charles Ntim, widely known as Mickey Charles, the former President of Techiman City Football Club, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) over the poor condition of buses recently donated to Access Bank Division One clubs. The GFA distributed the buses to nine Division One clubs during …

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