NEWS Articles

News Articles category contains news of events both locally, within the African regions, and globally. This category will cover all necessary events that will be of interest to our readers.

Gas Explosion Claims Life of 50-Year-Old Carbide Welder in Suame Magazine

In a tragic incident on Monday, March 25, 2024, a 50-year-old carbide welder, identified as Kwabena Afriyie from Offinso, lost his life in a gas explosion at the Suame Magazine in the Ashanti Region. The unfortunate event occurred around 4 pm while Afriyie was working on a car. Eyewitnesses reported …

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 Clash Between Residents and Military in Karaga Leaves One Dead, Three Injured

A clash between residents of Karaga and the military has resulted in one fatality and left three others injured from gunshot wounds. The confrontation erupted when a rival regent was reportedly enskinned following the death of a self-proclaimed chief of the community. In 2022, Yaa Naa Mahamadu Abukari II, the …

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“Most Pastors and Ministers in Ghana are Womanizers and Drunkards” – Prophet Kofi Oduro

Prophet Kofi Oduro, the leader of Alabaster Ministry International, has sparked controversy with recent comments regarding the moral conduct of pastors and politicians in Ghana. In a video shared by Trends GH TV, Prophet Oduro expressed concern over what he sees as a troubling trend of infidelity, substance abuse, and …

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District-Level Elections: Field Officers Express Concerns Over Delayed Payment

Field officers engaged by the Electoral Commission (EC) for the 2023 district-level elections have raised complaints about the prolonged delay in receiving their allowances. These officers played critical roles during the elections, which involved the training and deployment of over 100,000 officials to 38,000 polling stations nationwide in December of …

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Ghanaian Singer Afua Asantewaa to Perform and Speak at Physicians and Surgeons Foundation Fundraising Dinner in the USA

Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum, known for her Guinness World Record attempt and role as a Ghana Tourism Authority ambassador, is set to feature prominently at this year’s Ghana Physicians and Surgeons Foundation (GPSF) conference and fundraising dinner dance in North America. Scheduled for May 17-18 at the Atlanta Buckhead Hotel, …

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All African Games 2023: Ghana’s Cadman Yamoah Wins Gold in Men’s High Jump

Ghana’s Cadman Yamoah has secured the nation’s first-ever gold medal at the All African Games Accra 2023 in the men’s high jump event. Yamoah clinched the top spot by clearing a height of 2.23 meters, showcasing exceptional skill and determination. Yamoah’s performance was not only impressive but also came tantalizingly …

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Striking Teacher Unions Want Meeting with NLC and Employment Ministry Postponed

The three striking teacher unions, namely the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers, have requested the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations to reschedule their meeting with the National Labour Commission (NLC) from today, March 22, to …

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Bukom Banku’s Son, Ambitious Tilapia Advances to Final, Aims for Gold Medal at African Games

In the ongoing 2023 African Games boxing events, Abubakar Kamoko, also known as Ambitious Tilapia and son of former boxer Braimah Kamoko, famously known as Bukom Banku, has secured a spot in the final. Abubakar achieved this feat by defeating DR Congo’s Nathan Nlandu in the Cruiserweight division with a …

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Attorney General Responds to Alban Bagbin Claims of Suit at the Supreme Court Preventing Him From Continuing With the Vetting of Ministerial Nominees

In response to Speaker Alban Bagbin’s statement regarding the Parliament’s decision to halt the approval process for ministerial nominees, the Attorney-General has issued a detailed response clarifying the legal status of the situation. The Attorney-General, in a letter dated March 21, 2024, addressed to Speaker Bagbin, highlighted several key points …

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Mohamed Diomande Declines Ghana Call-Up, Seeks Time to Decide International Future

Mohamed Diomande has declined Ghana’s call-up for the upcoming friendly matches against Nigeria and Uganda, citing the need for more time to decide on his international future. Born in Ivory Coast, Diomande previously played for the Right to Dream academy in Ghana before moving to Europe to join FC Nordsjaelland. …

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