My life story is incomplete without Azumah Nelson - Celestine Donkor
Entertainment of Sunday, 25 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com• Celestine Donkor has hailed boxing great Azumah Nelson• The former boxer helped the musician to pay her SHS fees• Celestine Donkor celebrated Azumah on his 63rd birthdayGospel Musician, Celestine Donkor has revealed that the story of her life can never be told without highlighting the influence and impact of Ghana’s boxing great, Professor Azumah Nelson. The songwriter shared the story of how Azumah Nelson sponsored her secondary school education when she had no one to fall on. The 2020 Ghana Music Awards Female Vocalist of the Year disclosed that it has always been her heart desire to express gratitude to Azumah Nelson for coming to her aid years ago. Sharing her story in a post on Facebook, Celestine Donkor stated that it was indeed worth it for Ghanaians to stay awake to watch Azumah Nelson fight. LIVE LONG PROFESSOR AZUMA NELSON,” Celestine Donkor wrote.
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July 25, 2021 07:41 UTC
UK politician runs away from Sam George’s polygamy question
• Seb Dance has described the LGBT bill as backward• Sam George questioned why the MEP has issues about legalizing polygamy• The UK politician evaded Sam George's question and decided to continue his agendaA UK politician Seb Dance who took on the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram was unable to respond to Sam George’s question on why the European Parliament has not thought about legalizing polygamy. Sam George tweeted, “I would be glad when you and your fellow MEPs come to your senses and legalise polygamy. The love is in the common sense.”Seb Dance evaded Sam George’s question and rather chosing to respond that there is no science or common sense behind the LGBT bill. In his response, Sam George alluded to how the fomer MEP was evasive in answering the question on polygamy. You should be ashamed,” Sam George stated in his response.
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July 25, 2021 07:40 UTC
Accra-Cape Coast highway ranked Africa's deadliest road
General News of Sunday, 25 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe world's deadliest roads have been revealed through a new research with Ghana getting top mention for the Africa region thanks to the Accra - Cape Coast highway. "In Africa, the road with the deadliest reputation is the Accra to Cape Coast Road in Ghana, which connects Accra to Cape Coast. In early 2018, the National Road Safety Commission, NRSC, disclosed that 60% of all accidents in 2017 occured on that road. Ms Affotey-Annang, the then Acting Regional Manager for the Commission told journalists that road accidents increased from 788 in 2016 to 978 in 2017; which represented an increase of 23.7 per cent. Records indicate that a third of Cameroon's 3,000 annual accidents are recorded on the road.
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July 25, 2021 07:18 UTC
Akwasi Addai Odike is no longer my friend - Kofi Akpaloo announces split
Politics of Sunday, 25 July 2021Source: www.mynewsgh.comThe Founder and leader of the Liberal Party of Ghana, Kofi Akpaloo, has stated emphatically that he holds no grudges against Akwasi Addai Odike, the founder and leader of the United Progressive Party, but the fact remains they are no longer friendsBefore the 2016 general elections, Kofi Akpaloo and Akwasi Addai Odike were the best of friends when it comes to political discussions and were mostly seen together at Golden Tulip Hotel in Kumasi. But Mr. Kofi Akpaloo speaking on Hello Fm's morning show monitored by MyNewsGh.com last Friday said “Let me make it clear that I hold no grudges against Akwasi Addai Odike but he is no longer my friend as it used to be.”According to Kofi Akpaloo “Akwasi Addai Odike was my best friend and I will never deny that fact but now we are not friends. “We used to plan together and sometimes make some political decisions together, but it is on more like that because now we have part ways.”Kofi Akpaloo, when asked if he has parted ways with Akwasi Addai Odike because of how he is criticizing Nana Addo’s government, said “I have no problem with Akwasi Addai Odike criticizing President Akufo-Addo’s government.”He added, “There is no way Akwasi Addai Odike can debate me on national issues on any platforms because I’m better than him. “Political and National debates not for those who always shout without providing any facts like how Akwasi Addai Odike is capable of doing,” refusing to state exactly what may have triggered the split between them.
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July 25, 2021 07:07 UTC
‘We cannot be threatened in our homes’ – Bagbin warns pro-LGBTQ+ diplomats
During a meeting in Parliament with a cross-section of Christian leaders, Bagbin warned that whiles the house will not threaten anyone for their beliefs, it will also not sit by to be threatened. “We cannot be threatened in our homes, this must be stated loud and clear to those who have come to do business in Ghana. We also have the decision of the European Court on Human Rights to guide us in whatever we do…and so on the issue of LGBTQI+ definitely we already have a legal framework within which to work. We will not legislate to infringe on the Human Rights of people, but we will legislate to ensure that culture and traditions are not violated. The 36-page draft document is a Private Member's Bill titled: "The Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values, Bill 2021."
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July 25, 2021 06:22 UTC
Dampare needs Yohunu and Kofi Boakye to succeed as IGP – Aning explains
Prof Kwesi Aning of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center, KAIPTC, last Thursday, (July 22) explained on Metro TV’s Good Evening Ghana program, how the new police chief can succeed in his role. Aning specifically cited the importance that two fellow Commissioners of Police will play if Dampare is to thrive and make a mark as Inspector General of Police. “Dampare’s strength is his strategic vision and his empathy for his personnel but also a willingness when the operational plans have been drawn up and that is why getting Yohunu and Kofi Boakye on his side are key,” Aning submitted. COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu is currently the Director General in charge of Special Duties, whiles Nathan Kofi Boakye is DG in charge of Legal and Prosecution. Incoming IGP George Akuffo Dampare was DG in charge of Administration at the time he was announced as Acting IGP.
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July 25, 2021 06:22 UTC
Tokyo Olympics: Black Bombers skipper gets ready to fight on Monday
Boxing News of Sunday, 25 July 2021Source: GOC CommunicationsGhana’s general captain and skipper of the boxing team, the Black Bombers, Suleimanu Tetteh will set the ball rolling for Team Ghana when he meets Marte de la Rosa Rodrigo from Dominican Republic on Monday 26th July in their Flyweight contest. It will be bout No.62 of the Olympic Games, Tokyo 2020. In the Olympic Games draw table for the Featherweight competition, Samuel Takyi will take on Caicedo Pachito from Ecuador on Saturday 28th July. Light heavyweight, Shakul Samed will also make his Olympic debut with Malkan Bayram of Turkey on July 28 after drawing a bye in the preliminaries. The three Ghanaian boxers have promised to win to set up joy in the camp, to inspire other athletes who are yet to begin their competitions.
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July 25, 2021 05:48 UTC
LGBTQ+: Pronouncements of Akufo-Addo and some ministers
General News of Sunday, 25 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe topic of Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals, Transgender, Queer and Intersex, LGBTQ+; is back in the news headlines fior obvious reasons. A Private Members' Bill aimed at criminalizing all activities of LGBTQ+ fraternity, led by Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament, Same George; has generated a lot of discussions. With the return of LGBTQ+ to the forefront of the national convsersation, GhanaWeb revisits statements made by some ministers about the phenomenon. She continued that, “On the issue of our cultural acceptance and norms, these practices are also frowned upon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah - Minister of InformationThe then minister-designate for Information said he believed that a more radical approach should be adopted: develop a legislation barring the advocacy of LGBTQ activities.
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July 25, 2021 05:15 UTC
Bagbin’s anti-LGBTQ+ posture is not the view of parliament – Madina MP
He adds that the views of the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin who has openly expressed support for the bill does not reflect the view of the house despite being a popular sentiment in society. Asked about Bagbin’s open support for the bill, he responded: “I think that we must understand that the speaker is a man of his own. I believe what the speaker said are his personal views and how he feels about this piece of legislation,” he added. It is led by the Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, and seven (7) other MPs. Currently, it is at the draft stage and will be laid before the house and subsequently expected to be referred to the appropriate committee for consideration.
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July 25, 2021 01:52 UTC
LIVESTREAMED: United Showbiz With Nana Ama Mcbrown
Entertainment of Saturday, 24 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comThis week's United Showbiz is live on UTV. Hosted by Nana Ama McBrown, the weekly entertainment show brings together players in the entertainment industry to discuss issues relating to entertainment and arts in the country. Appearing as guests on today’s show are Brother Sammy and a host of other artistes in the Gospel industry. Regular entertainment pundit, Arnold Asamoah Baidoo is also on the show tonight. Watch LIVESTREAMING below
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July 24, 2021 21:56 UTC
Over 6000 benefit from TUDEC’s Eid donation
To share in the moment of the Eid celebrations which emphasizes on extending a helping hand to the needy, TUDEC distributed cattle meat to over 6000 persons in Accra and other cities. Some of the beneficiaries who spoke to the media expressed gratitude to TUDEC for the kind gesture. They beseeched Allah for more blessings for the association and thanked them for putting smiles on their faces. Cafer Tepeli explained that TUDEC as an organization in anchored on the principles of love, tolerance, growth and compassion. TUDEC is an association of Ghanaians and Turks who have come together to exchange business ideas, work towards peaceful coexistence and intercultural tolerance.
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July 24, 2021 21:11 UTC
Police on manhunt for 31-year-old murder suspect
Police in Sawla in the Sawla Tuna Kalba District of the Savannah Region, have mounted a manhunt for a 31-year-old suspect known as Agaza of Gindabor, for the murder of 30-year-old Herdsman, Adama Dauda at Tuna. “Police accompanied by the complainant, proceeded to Wa Government Hospital and found a male adult aged about 30 years of Fulani extraction whose name was given as Adama Dauda, lying on a slab dead”. Agaza, the suspect is not a farmer that we will say maybe, the deceased left his cattle to graze on his farm. But during this festive season, some of them do get drunk and would be misbehaving” ASP Adjei Degraft -Armah explained. ASP Adjei Degraft -Armah said his officers are on the ground and will definitely hunt down suspect Agaza, who is on the run.
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July 24, 2021 19:30 UTC
Netherland ambassador bids farewell to Foreign Minister
Mr Strikker, a career diplomat with a background in law, was appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Ghana in 2016. Prior to that, he served as Ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During the meeting in Accra, the Minister congratulated Mr Strikker on the successful completion of his tour of duty in Ghana. She also mentioned the visit to Ghana in November 2017 of Madam Sigrid Kaag, the Dutch Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation. The outgoing Ambassador informed the Minister that he would be retiring from active service at the end of his duty tour of Ghana.
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July 24, 2021 17:26 UTC
Father of police officer killed in bullion van attack inconsolable at son’s funeral
General News of Saturday, 24 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com•The late Emmanuel Osei’s father shed uncontrollable tears at his son’s funeral•The Police officer who was killed in a bullion van attack on June 14, 2021, was buried today•The funeral was witnessed by scores of sympathizers including the interior ministerIt was an emotional sight as Father of the late lance-corporal, Emmanuel Osei, who was allegedly killed by some assailants during a bullion van robbery attack wept uncontrollably at the burial ceremony of his son. Both parents were inconsolable at the burial grounds but the tears of the late lance corporal’s father intensified as it took a number of sympathizers to comfort him. The burial ceremony was witnessed by scores of sympathizers notably the Interior Minister Ambrose Derry, members of the Ghana Police service and many others. The burial service took place at the Kasoa Nyanyano Kakraba School Park in the Gomoa East District in the central region. Suspects arrested over Jamestown bullion van robbery attackMeanwhile, the police have since the bullion van robbery incident arrested some four suspects.
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July 24, 2021 17:03 UTC
Regular blood donors hardly get sick - Hospital official
Health News of Sunday, 25 July 2021Source: GNAMs Philomena Quayeson, Blood Organiser for Eastern Regional Hospital Blood Bank, has encouraged Ghanaians to donate blood frequently, saying regular blood donors are likely to stay healthy devoid of any terminal sickness. In every 105 days, she said red blood cells in the human body system expire and come out as waste products through sweat, urine and faeces, indicating that regular blood donation guarantees the successful execution of the process for healthy living. The blood donation exercise was part of the annual activities of the FDA geared towards restocking the various blood banks across health facilities in the country. Close to 100 students of the SDA College of Education and other voluntary donors donated close to 100 pints of blood to support the regional blood bank. Ms Fordjour said blood donation was not scary as she had perceived and encouraged the public to donate blood to help save lives, especially during emergency cases at the hospitals.
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July 24, 2021 16:52 UTC