A 35-year-old woman, Mena Efua, is alleged to have sold her two-week-old baby for GH₵300 in Nkotompo, a community in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis of the Western Region. The shocking incident was confirmed by the suspect’s sister, Maame Esi, during an interview with Connect FM. Esi explained that she had assisted …
Read More »Mortuary Workers Threaten Nationwide Strike Over Unresolved Grievances
The Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana (MOWAG) has issued a stern warning to the government, threatening to embark on a nationwide strike in November if their long-standing demands are not met. The association, representing mortuary workers across the country, is pushing for better wages, improved working conditions, and the provision …
Read More »Cholera Outbreak Claims Two Lives in Ada, 43 Cases Reported
Dr. Frank Bekoe, the Director of Public Health at the GHS, confirmed the figures and outlined ongoing efforts to manage the outbreak. “We have 37 confirmed cases from Ada East and six from Ada West. Since the outbreak began, we’ve recorded two deaths. We are working to ensure early detection …
Read More »Mfantsipim, Osei Tutu, PRESEC Advance to NSMQ 2024 Semi-Finals
Mfantsipim School, Osei Tutu Senior High School, and Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC) have all secured their spots in the semifinals of the 2024 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), after displaying remarkable intellect and strategy. The first contest saw a dramatic showdown between Mfantsipim School and Prempeh College, …
Read More »Suspect Wanted in NPP-NDC Mamobi Clash Arrested by Ghana Police
The Ghana Police Service has arrested Fatawu Ibrahim, also known as Fatau Motorway, who was wanted in connection with the violent disturbances that took place on October 13, 2024, between supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at Mamobi in Accra. Fatawu Ibrahim, for …
Read More »Kasoa Ritual Killing: 18-Year-Old Suspect Sentenced to Life in Prison
Nicholas Kini, an 18-year-old suspect involved in the 2021 ritual killing of a 10-year-old boy in Kasoa, has been sentenced to life in prison by the High Court. Kini, along with a co-accused who was 15 years old at the time, was found guilty of murder and conspiracy to commit …
Read More »NSMQ 2024: Mfantsipim Sends Prempeh College Packing
Mfantsipim School has sent Prempeh College back to “sofoline” in a tense quarter-final contest of the 2024 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), to secure a place in the semi-finals. The contest was decided by a nail-biting tie-breaker after both schools were neck and neck throughout the competition. At the …
Read More »Two Injured in Agyako Buoho Chieftaincy Dispute
Two individuals have sustained injuries following a violent clash in Agyako Buoho, Ashanti Region, over a chieftaincy dispute. The altercation arose after an alleged secret enstoolment of a new chief, which has been met with strong opposition from a section of the community. Tensions flared as some residents resisted the …
Read More »FIFA Rankings: Black Stars Slip to 73rd Globally, 14th in Africa Following Poor October Window
The Black Stars of Ghana have dropped to 73rd place in the latest FIFA Coca-Cola World Rankings, falling three spots from their previous position after a winless October international window. This marks a continued decline for the four-time African champions, who now sit 14th in Africa. Ghana’s slip in the …
Read More »NSMQ 2024: KETASCO Beats Achimota and MPASS to Secure Semi-Final Spot with Star Female Contestant
In a thrilling quarter-final clash of the 2024 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Keta Senior High School (KETASCO) delivered a remarkable performance, overpowering Achimota School (Motown) and Mpraeso SHS to secure their spot in the semi-finals. The intense contest took place on Wednesday, October 23, at the SGS Auditorium …
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