The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has reiterated its readiness to initiate industrial action if the government does not declare a state of emergency in response to the deteriorating conditions of the country’s water bodies, which are severely affected by illegal mining activities commonly known as galamsey. UTAG’s National President, Prof. Mamudu A. Akudugu, […]
ACCRA — The 10% tariff imposed by the United States on selected Ghanaian exports is “moderate” and should not trigger panic, according to Professor William Baah-Boateng, an economist at the University of Ghana. In an interview with Joy News on April 5, 2025, Prof. Baah-Boateng advised Ghanaian exporters to stay calm and take a strategic […]
A 22-year-old Nigerian hairdresser, Nicky Isabella—popularly known as “Bella”—has been sentenced to five years in prison by the Achimota Circuit Court in Ghana for human trafficking and exploitation. The court, presided over by Her Honour Mrs. Akosua Anokyewaa Adjepong, delivered the verdict on Friday, April 4, 2025, after a comprehensive trial. Isabella was found guilty […]
In a bold and controversial move, a group of 10 Members of Parliament in Ghana has reintroduced the “Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill,” a piece of legislation that has sparked passionate debates across the nation. The bill, which seeks to criminalize same-sex relationships and related activities, has divided the political scene, igniting both […]
The United States and Ghana are exploring collaborative steps to strengthen bilateral relations, according to the US Ambassador to Ghana following a high-level meeting with Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The meeting centered on recent trade tensions stemming from a new 10% tariff imposed on certain Ghanaian exports to the United States, a policy […]
YouTube, the video streaming platform owned by Google, has increased the cost of its Premium subscription service in Nigeria by 54%. The price for the individual plan has risen from ₦1,100 to ₦1,700, while the family plan now costs ₦2,800, up from ₦1,700—a 64% jump. The update was communicated to Nigerian subscribers via email on […]
Burkina Faso’s President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has asserted that his nation is currently undergoing a “popular, progressive revolution,” rather than operating within a democratic framework. He further stated that he believes no country has achieved development through democratic rule. Traoré made these remarks during a flag-raising ceremony at the Koulouba Palace last week. “If we […]
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has officially invited the United States Ambassador to Ghana for a diplomatic meeting to seek clarity on the 10% tariff imposed by President Donald Trump’s administration on selected Ghanaian exports. The move comes amid growing concerns from local exporters and trade stakeholders about the potential impact of […]
The cause of death of Nigerian boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who tragically collapsed during a bout in Ghana, has been confirmed as sudden cardiac arrest, according to preliminary autopsy results released by boxing authorities. Olanrewaju, a former national and West African light-heavyweight titleholder, was facing Ghanaian opponent John Mbanugu on March 29 when he collapsed […]
The Paramount Chief of the Gbese Traditional Council, Nii Ayi Bonte II, has hosted two high-ranking security officials at the Gbese Mantse Palace in Accra—Samuel Basentale Amadu, Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), and Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service (GPS). The separate courtesy visits were part of efforts by the newly […]
For over a decade, Amaka Akukwe has been a driving force in Nigeria’s luxury event planning industry. As the Founder and Chief Creative Director of Redbox, she has transformed countless celebrations into immersive, world-class experiences. From high-profile weddings to star-studded brand events, Amaka’s innovative approach has set Redbox apart as a leader in experiential event […]
