Suame Police Station attack: GAF and Ghana Police Service commence investigations
In a joint statement by the Police and the Armed Forces, the security agencies announced that it has commenced investigations into the matter. “Details received indicates that a young man in civilian clothing riding an unregistered motorcycle was arrested by the Police and sent to the Suame Police Station for investigations. “The soldier is alleged to have called his colleagues who came to the Station. On its investigations into the matter, the security agencies assured that persons found culpable in the incident will face administrative and legal punitive action. “We want to assure the general public of our unflinching commitment to peace, security and harmony in the country,” the statement said.
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October 29, 2021 19:16 UTC
‘Trotro’ driver arrested for urinating on a Highway after viral video
Crime & Punishment of Friday, 29 October 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• A driver at the centre of the viral video has been arrested• He was captured urinating along the road during traffic• He is said to be in grips of the policeGhanaWeb sources at the Police Service have disclosed that a driver of a commercial vehicle with registration number GN 3073-14 who was captured openly urinating on a Highway in a viral video has been arrested. According to the source within the service, the driver is currently in grips at the Tesano branch of the Motor Traffic and Transport Division (MTTD). The now viral video which was widely circulated on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, was first shared by Samuel Attah-Mensah, Managing Director of Accra-based Citi FM. In a tweet shared accompanied with the viral video, Sammens as he’s popularly known indicated that the incident occurred around Alajo junction in Accra. Watch the viral video below:
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October 29, 2021 15:14 UTC
Sosu vs. Police: The story so far
Francis-Xavier Sosu was in the thick of affairs as dozens from his constituency embarked on a demonstration against the government. Attempted arrest and scuffle between MP and PoliceWhile the demonstration was ongoing, it emerged that there had been an attempted arrest of Sosu by the police. Sosu vows to take action in ParliamentIn an interview later that day, October 25, 2021, Francis Sosu argued that he was on parliamentary duty and that the actions of the police officers was slap in the face of Parliament’s standing order. Ayenini, Adom-Otchere disagree with Speaker’s rulingTwo prominent media practitioners have questioned the legality of the move by the Speaker of Parliament. Samson Lardy Anyenini who is also a lawyer argues that at the time of the fracas, Sosu was not undertaking any parliamentary duty, hence not clothed by parliamentary privileges.
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October 29, 2021 09:08 UTC
How can CEOs earn more than players? – Ghanaian clubs slammed over outmoded management style
He told Happy FM that Ghanaian clubs are still implementing archaic football strategies and not abreast with current football management processes. Aboubakar struggled to understand why in modern football, club administrators earn more than the main actors, i.e. I find it shocking that Ghanaian top clubs are still practicing the 1970s strategies of football. Wydad Athletic Club humiliated the Ghanaian champions and relegated them to the CAF Confederation Cup. Hearts of Oak have been drawn against Algerian side JS Saoura in the CAF Confederation Cup play-off
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October 29, 2021 07:31 UTC
Wontumi Begs For Civilized Campaigns Ahead Of 2024 Internal Contests
Mr. Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly referred to as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, has charged members of the party to exhibit civility and decorum in the NPP’s leadership contests. On his part, Simon Osei-Mensah, Ashanti Regional Minister, also stated the urgency of uniting the Party from the grass root to the national level. He cautioned against all factionalism and unhealthy rivalry that had the potential of scuttling the race to win the 2024 vote. The NPP will hold its national conference in 2023 to elect officers ahead of the 2024 General Elections. Please report any inappropriate content to us, and we will evaluate it as a matter of priority.
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October 28, 2021 09:41 UTC
Retract and apologise or I sue – Eugene Arhin to US-based Ghanaian lady
General News of Wednesday, 27 October 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comEugene Arhin, the Director of Communications at the Presidency is demanding an ‘unqualified apology’ from a US-based Ghanaian lady over a statement she made against him. He, therefore, has given the lady an ultimatum to render an apology within 48-hours of the publication of the 26 October dated statement. The lady in whose name is given as Maame Afua Adom-Boakye is quoted to have alleged in a social media post that Eugene Arhin was using his office to create wealth for himself. As far as I am concerned, EUGENE ARHIN is a THIEF. Anokwa!” the said defamatory statement read.
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October 27, 2021 09:53 UTC
We want to be billionaires - Immigration Service applicants
The 2021 Ghana Immigration Service recruitment has seen thousands of Ghanaian youths applying to be recruited into the security agency. The huge number of prospective recruits turning up at the various recruitment centres has largely been attributed to the level of graduate and youth unemployment in the country. Speaking to some prospective recruits who were going through body screening and document authentication at the El Wak Sports Stadium in Accra, two of the applicants told a GBC reporter what motivated them to apply. Speaking to GBC’s Alan Tagoe, the two said they expect to become billionaires from their salaries if they are recruited into the immigration service. Listen to the two prospective recruits speak to GBC’s Alan Tagoe in the video below:
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October 27, 2021 06:31 UTC
Election 2020: NDC welcomes EC’s call for investigations into Mahama’s allegations
Former President Mahama who was the 2020 presidential candidate of the opposition NDC, aside challenging the presidential election results in court, has on several occasions accused the EC and the government of perpetrating fraud in the elections. "The former President has said the EC thumb-printed one million ballot papers for the president of the Republic. In a latest statement reacting to the EC’s call, the National Communications Bureau of the NDC says it has all this while been yearning for transparent investigations into Mr Mahama’s allegations. “The NDC welcomes and accepts the call by the Electoral Commission for transparent investigations into allegations of electoral fraud made by H.E John Dramani Mahama relative to the conduct of the 2020 general elections. According to the NDC, these allegations poses grave danger to Ghana’s democracy hence the need for an independent investigation into the conduct of the 2020 general elections.
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October 27, 2021 01:41 UTC
You are wrong, Akufo-Addo has always been arrogant – Suhuyini 'corrects' Sammy Gyamfi
Suhuyini says that Nana Akufo-Addo's ascension to the presidency has exposed some aspects of him which he alleges were hidden under some facade. In a panel discussion on GHOne TV on Monday, October 25, 2021, on the president’s response to the paramount chief of Aflao over the uncompleted E-block facility, Suhuyini said that the presidency has amplified President Akufo-Addo behavior. He dissented to a view by the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress, Sammy Gyamfi that the alleged arrogant posture of President Akufo-Addo could be attributed to the fact that he is in his final term. Suhuyini said that President Akufo-Addo has ‘always been arrogant’ and cannot be excused. “Sammy Gyamfi is completely wrong if indeed what is attributed to him is what he said.
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October 26, 2021 18:20 UTC
Alleged Coup: ACP Agordzo requests 10 days to travel to Kenya, court to rule on October 26
General News of Tuesday, 26 October 2021Source: kasapafmonline.comAssistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Benjamin Agordzo, the Senior Police officer facing the charge of Abetment in an alleged Coup with nine others is asking the High Court for 10 days to travel. Kormivi Dzotsi, counsel for Dr Agordzo (applicant), holding brief for lawyer Martin Kpebu while moving the application urged the court to revise the bail terms which asked that, he (accused – applicant) reports twice a week to the police. “We pray that the court exercises its discretion to grant A10 day leave to travel outside the jurisdiction. She contended that, the case before the court is not a misdemeanour or one that can be dealt with in his absence. The Principal State Attorney argued further that, in these days of Covid-19, international organisations are organising programmes online and if the applicant (accused) is minded to participate in the program, he can do so via online.
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October 26, 2021 06:45 UTC
EC calls on police to investigate Mahama’s 2020 election allegations
According to the Commission, the claim includes Mr Mahama indicating that the elections management body had thumb printed one million ballot papers to favour President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in the presidential elections. “The former President has said the EC thumb printed one million ballot papers for the President of the Republic. This is untrue; and it is a great matter that undermines the credibility of the electoral system and should not be ignored. “We see that our silence on this matter has dire consequences on public confidence in the Commission, and we want the police to investigate it,” Dr Asare added. The deputy EC chair further rebutted other allegations leveled by former president Mahama over the use of the military to intimidate and influence the December 2020 general elections.
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October 26, 2021 06:05 UTC
Researchers spot enormous owl that has eluded eyes for 150 years at Atewa Forest
General News of Sunday, 24 October 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• The Atewa Forest is scheduled to be turned into a national park• It is home to some of the rarest species of animals• Two researchers have photographed a rare owl at the forestNewsweek has reported that an enormous owl, a Shelley’s Eagle Owl, that has eluded researchers for around 150 years, has finally been photographed in Ghana’s Atewa Forest. The Shelley's Eagle Owl - an animal desperately sought after by birdwatchers since reports of sightings have often been unconfirmed, first emerged in the 1870s but has since only had glimpses of its species caught elsewhere. However, only last week, the report added, two researchers snapped a crystal-clear shot of this rare bird, perched on a branch in Ghana's Atewa forest. Nathaniel Annorbah, from the University of Environment and Sustainable Development in Ghana said Tobias and Williams' discovery was "sensational." BirdLife International, an environmental group, said the Shelley's Eagle Owl is listed as vulnerable with its decline in part, due to the clearance of its habitat by humans.
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October 24, 2021 21:31 UTC
Alan Kyeremanten denies selling Komenda Sugar Factory land to "Apketeshi distillers" ▷ Ghana news
The Trade Ministry has denied claims that the sector minister sold land to distillersA former board member of Komenda Sugar Factory is behind this claimThe ministry in a press conference described the allegations as evilThe Department of Trade and Industry has dismissed allegations that the minister of the sector, Alan Kyerematen, sold the "Akpetshie distillers" to the Komenda Sugar Factory. ”Alan Kyeremanten denies selling Komenda Sugar Factory land to "Apketeshi distillers" (Photo: Getty Images)Explained the allegations of the former Member and Secretary of the Sugar Project Management Board, Mr. Ransford Chatman Vanni-Amoah as a “disgraceful story” seeking the same retaliation and apology for the prominence given to this publication. According to him, the NPP after taking power quit its job indicating that, "in July, 2018 Mr Kyerematen sold 125 hectares of sugarcane to Akpeteshie distillers." In response, the department said the minister had not sold the company's land. It continued, “The Department takes this opportunity to assure the Chiefs and the people of the Komenda Traditional Area that the Komenda Sugar Factory will be reinstated, as emphasized by the Honorable President during his recent visit to the Central Region.”Source: Yen Newspaper
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October 24, 2021 20:09 UTC
The crocodile that has served Fadama for over 40 years
The crocodile, called ‘Kada’ in Hausa is located in Fadama and has served the community for over 40 years. “He was Dr. Wali Abbas, the brother of the first Chief Imam. After he died, only the crocodile was left behind as his passing gift to the people of Fadama. Dr. Yahouza explains that among other things, the semi-aquatic animal can detect bad persons in the community. Dr. Yahouza also revealed other intriguing details about Fadama in the full interview below:
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October 24, 2021 12:30 UTC
Shatta Wale’s arrest was planned - A Plus alleges
General News of Sunday, 24 October 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• A Plus has defended Shatta Wale over the prank he pulled which has landed him in police cells• A Plus alleges that Shatta Wale's arrest was planned• He believes Shatta Wale deserves praises for the prankMusician and activist, Kwame Asare Obeng alias A Plus has alleged that the arrest of dancehall musician Shatta Wale was carefully orchestrated by the artiste and some other persons. In the view of A Plus, Shatta Wale deserves commendations for bringing the attention of the country to the issue of ‘fake’ prophecy. “Shatta Wale is not going to learn anything from this. Shatta Wale was arrested by the police on October 19, 2021, for allegedly causing fear and panic with news of his shooting. Shatta Wale was denied bail and has been sent to the Ankaful Prison to serve one week in remand.
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October 24, 2021 11:48 UTC