Christ Embassy case: Court to rule on application filed by mgt of Fantasy Dome
Crime & Punishment of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: 3news.comAn Accra Circuit Court has fixed July 15 to rule on an application filed by Management of the Fantasy Dome at the Ghana International Trade Fair Centre for the reopening of the facility and other third-party equipment that have been locked up. The Fantasy Dome at the Trade Fair Centre in Accra was locked up by the police after the youth wing of the Christ Embassy Church held an event on Friday, April 30, 2021, where COVID-19 protocols were said to have been breached. He said video footage of the said Church service was also cited on various social media platforms and in the video, it was observed that the congregants were not wearing face masks. Chief Inspector Apiorsornu stressed the Police conducted an inspection within the Fantasy Dome as well as the Round Pavilion and upon the measurement of the intervals between the arranged chairs, it was observed that the one-meter rule of social distancing between congregants was not observed. The Court has, therefore, ordered Prosecution to make disclosures on documents they intended to rely on during the trial.
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July 01, 2021 15:00 UTC
FLASHBACK: Government doesn’t owe creative industry support – Ebo Whyte
Entertainment of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comOne can recall that exactly a year ago in 2019, Uncle Ebo Whyte established that the government was not obliged to provide for the creative arts sector. He stated at that time that no government can change the fortunes of the Creative Arts industry and as such industry players must come to terms with it. “As for me, my stand has always been that it is not the responsibility of the government to develop the creative industry because we need to challenge ourselves. Ebo Whyte said his argument was not to discredit the many who held a contrary opinion but a challenge for them to work harder. That is far from it because it didn’t take me a day to get here and be the Ebo Whyte everyone knows today.
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July 01, 2021 15:00 UTC
Kobi Rana clashes with Nkonkonsa on social media
Entertainment of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com•Kobi Rana is fighting Nkonkonsa for making him a ‘prey’ to public attacks• Kobi Rana has been attacked under Nkonkonsa’s post for suggesting that Ghanaian MPs have misplaced priorities• Kobi Rana has vowed to reveal some ‘dirty secrets’ about NkonkonsaKobi Rana has lashed out at Ghanaian blogger, Eugene Osafo Nkansah popularly known as ‘Nkonkonsa’ for subjecting him to attacks and ridicule on social media. Kobi Rana’s post which was captured on Nkonkonsa’s page read:“Here are Ghana leaders praying today. Shortly after Nkonkonsah posted Kobi Rana’s comments on his page, the filmmaker was subjected to countless attacks from social media users and some went as far as suggesting he is gay. Seemingly irritated about Eugene’s decision to publish his post and the wild attacks associated with it, Kobi Rana decided to hit back. Kobi Rana attacked Nkonkonsa by revealing some secrets about him.
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July 01, 2021 14:03 UTC
Is your father an armed robber? - Police question lady who tweeted murder allegations
A Twitter user by name Real Naa Judith tweeted that ‘hoodlums’ entered her father’s house and murdered him. This was in the News from the police briefing at the CID on 30th June 2021,” the police tweeted. The police further questioned the lady about the veracity of her claims and invited her for questioning. “The man who shot one of the officers was also shot by the Police. Does that mean your father was the armed robber who was shot by police?
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July 01, 2021 13:07 UTC
Ejura shooting: 'Be clam, don't inflame tension' – Chief Imam to Muslims
General News of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: classfmonline.comChief Imam Sheikh Usman Nuhu Sharabutu has said in consultation with his elders, he has “noted with deep concern, the discomfort in the Muslim community of Ejura and surrounding areas” over the “loss of our dear brothers.”“Equally, disturbing,” he noted, “is the tension that continues to rise following the unfortunate incident,” which led to the death of three Muslims in the Ejura community – one being through lynching and the two others being through shooting by soldiers during a protest to demand justice for their lynched colleague Ibrahim Kaaka Mohammed, a social media activist. The revered Muslim cleric said “there is no doubt that the rising tension constitutes a threat to the existing state of harmony in the country”, adding: “While there is the need to empathise with the bereaved families, it remains a collective responsibility to maintain peace and stability in the country at all times.”“I, therefore, call on all stakeholders to remain calm and allow the security agencies to handle the matter in line with the ethical principles of criminal justice,” he urged. He said, “In the spirit of peace and harmony, I further urge Muslims in Ejura and surrounding areas to desist from any act that may inflame passion among the Muslim youth.”Furthermore, the Chief Imam said, “I call on the police to investigate the matter thoroughly and ensure that in the end, justice becomes the winner.”“Finally, I pray for Allah’s perpetual mercy on the departed souls.”His call for peace dovetails into a similar call by the National Peace Council. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Rev Dr Ernest Adu Gyamfi, the council expressed “grave concern that three Ghanaians have lost their lives,” in the recent disturbances in Ejura, Ashanti Region. “The council condemns this unfortunate incident and calls on the relevant agencies to conduct thorough investigations into the matter without delay,” the statement from the Peace Council said.
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July 01, 2021 12:56 UTC
Listen to your heart – Edwin Gyasi tells Hudson-Odoi on national team career
Sports News of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• Gyasi has told Hudson-Odoi to follow his hearts in deciding on which country to play for• Gyasi says the Chelsea winger should not bow to pressure• Ghana is making efforts to have Hudson-Odoi represent the countryBlack Stars winger Edwin Gyasi has urged Chelsea winger, Callum Hudson-Odoi, not to allow his choice of a national team to be determined by the opinion of others. Speaking on Kasapa FM’s Dwidwamu program, Edwin Gyasi reminded the Chelsea star that a national team career is one of the key decisions any player would make and that he should give it strong considerations before deciding on which country to represent. “I will advise him (Hudson-Odoi) to follow his heart rather than bowing to public pressure at this critical moment in his career” Gyasi said. President Akufo-Addo after a recent meeting with Hudson-Odoi directed the Sports Minister to explore means of getting Odoi to play for Ghana. Despite playing three times for England, Hudson-Odoi is still eligible to play for Ghana under the new FIFA rules.
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July 01, 2021 12:56 UTC
Kotoko’s Emmanuel Gyamfi faces GFA’s Disciplinary Committee today
Sports News of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• Gyamfi was caught on video stamping an Inter Allies player• The Disciplinary Committee of the GFA charged him with miscondcut• The case will be heard via zoom todayKumasi Asante Kotoko forward Emmanuel Gyamfi will face the Disciplinary Committee of the Ghana Football Association today, July 1, 2021 to answer to a charge of misconduct. Gyamfi was slapped with a charge after he was caught on camera deliberately stamping an Inter Allies player in a matchday 29 fixture. A release by the FA stated: “Emmanuel Gyamfi is hereby charged for a breach of Article 34 (6)(d) of the GFA Premier League Regulations, 2019.” The misconduct charge was signed by GFA Prosecutor Supt. Gyamfi has been crucial for Kotoko this season, scoring six times in his last seven matches for the club. In the absence of substantive skipper Felix Annan, Gyamfi has been Kotoko’s skipper in most games.
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July 01, 2021 12:11 UTC
Today In History: I was tortured, tasered, punched, kicked; I cried like a baby – ModernGhana Deputy Editor
General News of Thursday, 1 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comSharing his experience after he and another journalist were arrested in 2019, the deputy editor at online portal, ModernGhana, Emmanuel Ajarfor Abugri said he was tasered and tortured. The journalist was purportedly arrested in relation to cybercrime and hacking allegations, Mr Abugri said the questions posed to him while in detention had no links to those claims. Mr Abugri, who was released on Saturday, 29 June 2019, said he was not spared by his captors who, he claimed took turns to hit and taser him. Narrating the incident, Mr Abugri said he was slapped, punched and assaulted endlessly for hours till the point where he struggled to breathe. He said the operatives got infuriated and intensified the assault on him any time the national security officials were unconvinced about his responses to their questions.
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July 01, 2021 12:11 UTC
Today In History: Mahama’s government was accommodating to criticisms than Akufo-Addo’s - Manasseh
According to the journalist, his observations only trumpet the popular assertions of other colleagues of his in the industry. From my independent observation and interactions with colleague journalists, however, there appears to be overwhelming concern among journalists that Akufo-Addo’s government is about the hostile journalists and critics. The government appears very intolerant and there appears to be a coordinated attempt to crush those who speak up. My candid view is that the Mahama government was more accommodating of criticism, no matter how scathing, than what we are experiencing now. I was one of the most critical journalists of that regime so I know what I’m talking about.
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July 01, 2021 11:26 UTC
I had a hard time convincing Ghanaians after my X-rated music video went viral - Lord Paper
The level of nudity in the video raised eyebrows and the act was condemned by Ghanaians who believe the Ghanaian culture frowns against such acts. His career dwindled following the release of the music video and this according to him was because he had a difficult time convincing Ghanaians to shift their attention to his other wonderful songs. Today, I can boldly say that my past is totally forgotten and all I get is the encouragement to continue doing those wonderful songs,” he added. Lord Paper was nominated for Record of the Year and Best New Artiste of the Year at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards in 2020. In 2019, his Dzigbordi song was nominated for Best Music Video at the 4Syte Music Video Awards.
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July 01, 2021 11:26 UTC
Gunshots at Agbogbloshie as scrap dealers clash with police
A GhanaWeb reporter on the ground confirmed that the exercise on Thusrday, July 1, originally meant to decongest the entire market started smoothly until it got to the section of the scrap dealers. They started throwing stones at the security personnel who reportedly fired tear gas in a bid to control the crowd. Government has since secured a new location at Adjen Kotoku for the onion traders to relocate. PHOTOS: Taking possession of AgbogbloshieTrucks, debris, scrap and more scrap but also heavy joint security deployment, this was the ambience at the Agbogbloshie market as the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council started a long awaited decongestion exercise. Below are some photos shared via the Minister's social media handle:Regional Minister tweets hours after decongestion started
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July 01, 2021 11:20 UTC
Gold Fields Ghana launches website
Gold Fields Ghana has announced the launch of its regional website www.goldfields-ghana.com. The website provides information about the company’s mining operations, sustainability practices, commitment to health and safety, Covid-19 interventions, as well as activities of the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation. “Our significant contribution to host communities and the high standards we have set through our sustainable mining practices are exceptional stories that must be told and amplified,” says Alfred Baku, Gold Fields’ Executive Vice President and Head of West Africa. This is exactly what the Gold Fields Ghana website seeks to do,” he added. Visitors to the website get to learn more about their operations, people and the shared value projects in their host communities.
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July 01, 2021 10:18 UTC
Public service is my first passion – Boakye Agyarko on NPP flagbearer reports
Boakye Agyarko’s name has featured prominently as one of many NPP bigwigs who could challenge Vice President Bawumia for the position - if the latter contests. Speaking as a guest on Net2 TV’s ‘The Seat’ program, Boakye Agyarko offered a coy response to the reports. I never quit politics and will never quit politics because public service is my first passion. He however encouraged all members of the NPP to focus on helping Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo deliver a successful second term. The failure of the NPP is tantamount to a failure of democracy so let’s unite and work for Nana Addo to succeed,” he said.
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July 01, 2021 10:07 UTC
Traditional media under threat in terms of music promotion in Ghana - Kafui Dey
He cited that artistes like Wiyaala were thriving in their musical career without necessarily succumbing to traditional media platforms. “I think you can make hit songs without traditional media platforms. How many streams does her music get on traditional radio? Kafui said the traditional media was under threat due to the dynamics introduced by new media channels and advised artistes to step up with their game. “The more we know that the new media has come to disrupt traditional media channels, the better we will be able to face the challenges,” he advised.
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July 01, 2021 08:37 UTC
Kaaka was killed because he refused to be a spectator - Stonebwoy
Stonebwoy argued that Kaaka who was allegedly attacked by a mob and later died in the hospital did not have to die in such a way. In a Tweet sighted by Ghanaweb, Stonebwoy said, “Kaaka didn't have to die. He was killed because he refused to be a spectator. He was killed because he refused to be a spectator. His brethren in Ejura didn't have to be attacked.#Outside #WeNahGoin!
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July 01, 2021 07:30 UTC