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#AfuaAsantewaaSingathon: Sarkodie, John Dumelo Show Up to Support Afua Asantewaa’s Guinness World Record Sing-A-Thon Bid

Ghana’s finest rapper, Sarkodie, has shown up at the Afua Asantewaa Guinness World Record singing marathon event to give his solidarity to her as she gears towards breaking the record for the longest singing marathon. Also present is actor, farmer, and politician John Dumelo. He’s there to support her and …

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No Christmas Celebration in Bethlehem, The Birthplace of Jesus Christ

Bethlehem, renowned as the birthplace of Jesus Christ, experiences an atypical calmness this Christmas, veiled by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Instead of the usual festive fervor, the city’s streets remain silent and bereft of the customary cheer. To show solidarity with the Palestinian population during the intense conflict, local authorities …

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Ahmadiyya Muslim Lawyers Association Frees Six Inmates, Assists Navrongo Prisons

In a gesture of compassion and support, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Lawyers Association, Ghana (AMLAG), stepped in to restore freedom to six inmates at Navrongo Central Prisons in the Upper East Region. These individuals had been imprisoned due to their inability to pay fines ranging from GH₵3,000.00 to GH₵6,000.00 each, following …

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Mobile Money Agents Suspend GHC1,000 Withdrawal Limit Amid Commission Dispute

In response to what they perceive as stagnant and insufficient commissions, the Mobile Money Advocacy Group (MoMAG) has taken decisive action. After engaging in discussions with pertinent authorities, MoMAG has promptly suspended the enforced limit of GHC1,000 on mobile money withdrawals. This decision to revoke the cap was announced through …

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Musician Nii Soul Calls for Prayers for Sing-A-Thon Participant Afua Asantewaa After Allegedly Having Bad Dreams About Her

Ghanaian musician Nii Soul has taken to social media, urging the public to offer prayers for Afua Asantewaa Aduono, a participant aiming to break the world record for the longest singing marathon by an individual. Nii Soul shared that a troubling dream about Aduono prompted his call for support, emphasizing …

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Jacinta Addresses Gender Disparity in Ghana’s Comedy Scene, Encourages Confidence Among Female Comedians

Renowned Ghanaian comedian Jacinta recently shed light on the glaring gender gap within the country’s comedy landscape. In an exclusive interview with Graphic Showbiz, Jacinta delved into the scarcity of female comedians, attributing this phenomenon to a distinct lack of confidence among aspiring women in the field. She emphasized the …

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Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana To Meet Over Unpaid Allowances

The Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has scheduled a gathering aimed at addressing the persistent issue of unpaid allowances owed to its members, spanning a period of four months. The prolonged delay in disbursement, as outlined by the trainees, has significantly exacerbated their financial strain, notably affecting their ability …

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Chief Arrested in Tamale for Illegal Possession of M16 Rifle

Police authorities in the Northern Region have apprehended a local chief on charges of unlawful possession of firearms. Reports from GBC News indicate that the chief was found at Ambariya Senior High School in Tamale, wielding an M16 rifle accompanied by six fully loaded magazines. The M16 assault rifle is …

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NSS Announces Payment of Arrears From January to May

The National Service Scheme (NSS) administration has announced the disbursement of government funds to settle arrears owed to recently completed service personnel. In an official statement released by NSS Executive Director Osei Assibey Antwi, it was confirmed that these payments encompass arrears accumulated from January 2023 to May 2023. The …

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Zeepay Engages in Discussions with Bank of Ghana Over Forex License Suspension

Zeepay Ghana Limited has entered negotiations with the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to address the temporary suspension of its forex license. The Central Bank’s action, attributed to Zeepay’s non-compliance with prescribed protocols for converting settlement funds into the local currency, prompted discussions between the two entities. The suspension of Zeepay’s …

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