Ghana’s two leading political parties, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), are holding their final rallies today in Accra ahead of the December 7 elections. The NPP has chosen the University of Ghana Sports Park for their gathering, while the NDC will meet at Zurak …
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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, from the governing South West Africa People’s Organisation (Swapo), has been elected as Namibia’s first female president following last week’s disputed election. The electoral commission announced that she secured more than 57% of the votes, while her closest rival, Panduleni Itula, garnered 26%. However, logistical challenges and a …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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, …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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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