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 »Minister of Youth and Sports Calls for Enhanced Maintenance of Culture of Sporting Facilities After African Games
The Minister for Youth and Sports, Hon. Mustapha Ussif, has emphasized the need for a more effective approach to maintaining sports facilities in the country. Speaking at the unveiling of the University of Ghana’s sports facilities on Friday, March 1st, 2024, he highlighted that the construction of modern sports facilities …
Read More »Final Year Takoradi Technical University Student Allegedly Commits Suicide
A final year student of Takoradi Technical University (TTU) has reportedly taken his own life in his private hostel at West Tanokrom, a suburb of the Effia-Kwesiminstim Municipality in the Western Region. The deceased, identified as Derick, was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his room, having allegedly used …
Read More »Vice President Bawumia Commissions University of Ghana Sports Stadium Ahead of 2023 African Games
In a momentous ceremony, Ghana’s Vice President, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, unveiled the University of Ghana (UG) Sports Stadium as the primary venue for the 13th African Games (AG) yesterday. The stadium, boasting a capacity of 10,000 spectators and equipped with a state-of-the-art Mundo track for athletics alongside warm-up tracks, …
Read More »35-Year-Old Driver Drowns with Vehicle in Volta Lake at Krachi
Akwasi Obempah, 35, the official driver of Nana Mprah Besemuna III, Krachiwura, has tragically drowned in the Volta Lake at Krachi in the Krachi West Municipality of the Oti Region. Nana Ato Odyifase I, Akwamuhene of Krachi, briefed the Ghana News Agency, stating that the deceased left the palace on …
Read More »33-year-old Businessman Accused of Scamming Church of $57,000 for Car Deal
A 33-year-old businessman, Andrews Amoah Ampaw, has been accused of defrauding a renowned church in Ghana of $57,000 under the pretense of procuring a 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser from Dubai. Ampaw, who pleaded not guilty, was apprehended by Ghana Immigration Service officials at Kotoka International Airport while attempting to leave …
Read More »Imprisoning Gays Won’t Eradicate Homosexual Activities – Catholic Bishops
Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, has emphasized that incarcerating individuals based on their sexual orientation will not eradicate homosexuality. He expressed concern that such measures could potentially exacerbate such activities. Parliament passed the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values bill, commonly referred to …
Read More »Bench Warrant Issued for Arrest of Retired Military Officer Over GH₵194,500 Fraud Allegations
An Accra Circuit Court has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of a 42-year-old retired military officer, Mr. Daniel Asiedu, accused of defrauding individuals of GH₵194,500.00 under false pretenses of enlisting them in security services. Asiedu, who failed to appear before the court, is alleged to have convinced a …
Read More »Meningitis Outbreak Kills Four in the Upper West Region
A recent outbreak of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) in the Upper West region has led to the deaths of four individuals, with a total of 18 reported cases since January 2024. Dr. Collins Boateng Danquah, the Deputy Upper West Regional Director of Public Health, revealed this concerning development during a recent …
Read More »Juventus Midfielder Paul Pogba Handed Four-Year Ban for Doping
Juventus midfielder, Paul Pogba, has been banned from football for four years due to doping. The ban comes after Pogba tested positive for testosterone during an exam conducted in September 2023, following Juventus’ game against Udinese. Although Pogba did not play in the match, he was present on the bench. …
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