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An Accra Circuit Court has handed down an eight-year prison sentence in hard labor to Godfred Ayittey, a driver found guilty of attempting to kidnap a father and daughter for ransom. Ayittey, who denied involvement in a conspiracy with Wang Liang, was convicted after a trial. Wang Liang remains at …

Renowned Ghanaian actor Vincent McCauley, celebrated for his roles in popular TV shows like ‘Things We Do For Love’ and “YOLO,” has sadly departed on January 18, 2024. The cause of his death remains undisclosed. Mr. McCauley, who wedded in 2017, leaves behind his grieving wife. With a significant presence …

Commercial Transport Operators across Ghana have officially declared a 30% increase in transportation fares nationwide, slated to take effect from Monday, January 22. The decision comes in response to mounting challenges, with operators pointing to substantial rises in the costs of lubricants, spare parts, and DVLA service charges. In an …

In a tumultuous event on Tuesday around 8 p.m., the city of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, was engulfed in confusion following an explosion that reverberated through various neighborhoods. Residents were caught off guard, scrambling to find safety as uncertainty loomed. The cause and precise location of the explosion …

In her first public address since the release of the BBC Africa Eye documentary, “Disciples: The Cult of TB Joshua,” Pastor Evelyn Joshua, leader of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), urged members to remain faithful and focused on Jesus Christ. The documentary featured former disciples accusing the late …

Patrick Amenuvor, the ambitious contender aiming to break the Guinness World Record for the longest-standing marathon, has announced the cessation of his official Stand-a-thon attempt. Just under three hours into the grueling challenge, Amenuvor, driven by a commitment to fair play and integrity, decided to halt his endeavor. Amenuvor candidly …

Renowned chef Failatu Abdul-Razak has voiced her disappointment after popular Ghanaian musicians Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Samini, and others failed to attend her Guinness World Record attempt for the longest cooking marathon in Tamale. Despite Shatta Wale hinting at his visit on Facebook, he and other musicians did not show up …

A statue of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu, adorned with a Palestinian scarf, has been unveiled in Cape Town. The symbolic gesture serves as a testament to Tutu’s vocal criticism of Israel’s policies, drawing parallels to actions reminiscent of apartheid. The statue will stand as a powerful and visually striking …

In response to escalating concerns among the 2023/2024 National Service Scheme (NSS) personnel awaiting their monthly allowances, the NSS has urged patience, citing a delay in budget approval from Parliament. Ambrose Entsiwah Junior, the Acting Head of Corporate Affairs for the National Service Scheme, explained that the disbursement of funds, …

In collaboration with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has implemented a 15% increase in monthly pensions for the year 2024, adhering to Section 80 of the National Pensions Act, 2008 (Act 766). Pensioners on the SSNIT pension payroll as of December …