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Author: Chris Kodo

  • Best way to achieve a smooth skin

    Best way to achieve a smooth skin

    Achieving smooth skin involves a combination of good skincare practices, a healthy lifestyle, and, in some cases, professional treatments. Here are some steps to help you achieve smoother skin:

    1. Cleanse Regularly: Start with a gentle, hydrating cleanser to remove dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping your skin of its natural moisture. Cleanse your face twice a day, in the morning and before bedtime.
    2. Exfoliate: Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells that can make your skin look dull and rough. Use a mild exfoliator 2-3 times a week to reveal smoother skin. Avoid over-exfoliating, as it can irritate your skin.
    3. Moisturize: Apply a good quality moisturizer suitable for your skin type daily. Hydrated skin appears smoother and more radiant.
    4. Protect from the Sun: Sun exposure can lead to premature aging and skin damage. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily, even on cloudy days.
    5. Healthy Diet: Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish and flaxseed, can help maintain healthy skin.
    6. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated from the inside out.
    7. Get Adequate Sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of quality sleep each night. Sleep helps your skin repair and regenerate.
    8. Reduce Stress: Chronic stress can negatively affect your skin. Practice stress-reduction techniques like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises.
    9. Avoid Smoking and Limit Alcohol: Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can damage your skin and make it look older. Quit smoking if you’re a smoker and drink alcohol in moderation.
    10. Use Serums and Treatment Products: Depending on your skin concerns, consider adding serums or treatment products with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, retinol, vitamin C, or glycolic acid to your skincare routine. These can target specific issues and promote smoother skin.
    11. Stay Consistent: Consistency is key. Stick to a skincare routine that works for your skin type and be patient, as it can take time to see improvements.
    12. Professional Treatments: If you have specific skin concerns like acne scars, fine lines, or hyperpigmentation, consult a dermatologist for professional treatments such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser therapy, or dermal fillers.
    13. Avoid Harsh Products: Avoid using harsh products that can irritate or damage your skin. Opt for gentle, fragrance-free products.

    Remember that everyone’s skin is unique, so it’s essential to tailor your skincare routine to your specific needs. Consulting with a dermatologist can help you create a personalized plan for achieving and maintaining smooth, healthy skin.

  • No proof South Africa provided Russia with weapons – inquiry

    No proof South Africa provided Russia with weapons – inquiry

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that an investigation has concluded there is no proof that South Africa gave weapons to Russia.

    The group disagreed with the statements made by the US ambassador to South Africa that a Russian ship was filled with weapons and ammunition in Cape Town in December of last year.

    The claims caused people to doubt if the country was really staying neutral in the war with Ukraine.

    Mr Ramaphosa said that it had hurt the country’s money and how people view them.

    “The group determined that there was no proof to back up the assertion that the ship carried weapons from South Africa to Russia,” the president explained in a speech to the country on Sunday, broadcasted on television.

    No permission was given to send weapons out of the country, and no weapons were sent out.

    A representative from the US embassy in Pretoria said that the US understood that South Africa took the claims seriously, but they choose not to say anything about what was in the report.

    The investigation discovered that the Russian cargo ship brought weapons from Russia to South Africa, which were ordered in 2018.

    Ambassador Reuben Brigety talked about a boat called Lady R that arrived at the Simon’s Town naval base on December 6th to 8th, 2022.

    In May, during a press conference in Pretoria, he said that he was sure that weapons and ammunition were put on the ship as it sailed back to Russia.

    The next day, South Africa’s foreign ministry said Mr. Brigety had said sorry without holding anything back for the claims.

    After the meeting, Mr Brigety expressed his thanks on social media for the chance to. Fix any misunderstandings caused by my public statements.

    Mr Ramaphosa instructed a impartial investigation led by a judge, after Mr. Brigety made some remarks.

    Mr Ramaphosa stated that none of the people who made these accusations were able to provide any proof to support the claims made against our country. This statement was made after the conclusion of the investigation.

    The president will only share a brief summary of the report for safety reasons.

    The investigation went to the navy base and talked to about 50 people and looked at over 100 documents, Mr.

    South Africa has tried to be friends with Russia since it invaded Ukraine in February 2022. The US and other Western countries have criticized them for this.

    This country is one of the few that didn’t vote in favor or against in several UN votes about the conflict. They chose not to openly criticize Russia regarding this issue.

    The US has been worried before about Russia and South Africa doing naval exercises together.

  • Barbie surpasses Super Mario Bros as 2023’s top earner – Box Office

    Barbie surpasses Super Mario Bros as 2023’s top earner – Box Office

    Barbie has now claimed the title of this year’s highest-grossing box office success, surpassing the total earnings of the Super Mario Bros Movie.

    The Barbie movie has now earned $1.38 billion (£1.1 billion) worldwide, with Margot Robbie’s titular doll leaving her pink fantasy world for the real one.

    It has now surpassed the $1.36 billion gross of the Super Mario Bros. Movie.

    For the first time since the pandemic, the US summer box office has also surpassed the $4 billion (£3.2 billion) mark thanks to Barbie.

    Analysts did not anticipate that milestone to be reached by the movie industry, but the success of Barbenheimer – Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, which were released on the same day in July – helped to surpass the $3.4 billion (£2.7 billion) total of 2017.

    The Super Mario Bros. Movie, according to industry experts, will be the most popular movie of 2023. But Barbie, directed by Greta

    Gerwig, has proved them wrong on that front too.

    The biggest movies of 2023 so far, according to Box Office

    Barbie – $1.38bn

    The Super Mario Bros Movie – $1.36bn

    Oppenheimer – $853m

    Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 – $846m

    Fast X – $705m

  • US embassy raises alert amid terror threats in Uganda

    US embassy raises alert amid terror threats in Uganda

    The US embassy in Uganda is saying that there is still a danger of terrorist attacks in Uganda and the surrounding area. This comes as the Ugandan police evacuated a business center in the capital city, Kampala, because they thought there might be a bomb inside.

    The US embassy has warned American citizens to be cautious and not to go to crowded places. This comes after the police in Uganda stopped a suicide bombing attempt in Kampala.

    Patrick Onyango, who speaks for the police in Kampala, said that they caught a 28-year-old person who they think was going to blow themselves up. They caught them just before they went into a church called Rubaga Miracle Centre, which is run by Pastor Robert Kayanja.

    Mr Onyango said that the person who got arrested was assisting the police in finding three more people suspected to be involved in a planned attack on churches in Uganda.

    The police say that the man hid a homemade bomb inside a food container which he put in a bag.

    The authorities were able to safely set off the explosive, which had nails, a cell phone, detonator, booster charger, and other parts included.

  • Former GMB star Asiedua to host GOWA 2023 red carpet

    Former GMB star Asiedua to host GOWA 2023 red carpet

    The second runner-up of Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) 2022, Grace Afanyi Asiedua Arhin whose stage name was Asiedua has been announced as the host for the red carpet segment of the 2023 Ghana Outstanding Women Awards (GOWA).

    This year marks the sixth edition of the awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on September 10 at the Accra International Conference Center (AICC). The event’s purpose is to celebrate and honor women who have excelled in their respective fields during the past year.

    Mrs. Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, the Chief Executive Officer of ASKOF Productions, the organizers of the event, expressed confidence in Asiedua’s eloquence and poise, deeming her well-suited for the hosting role. As the red carpet host, Asiedua will welcome and engage with guests coming from various locations to celebrate the accomplishments and triumphs of Ghanaian women across different domains.

  • Sweden’s Quran-burning amounts to violent demonstrations

    Sweden’s Quran-burning amounts to violent demonstrations

    Three men have been taken into custody for their involvement in a violent protest that occurred after a Quran was burned in Sweden.

    There was trouble when an activist from Iraq, Salwan Momika, burned a copy of the important Islamic book on Sunday.

    Police arrested 10 individuals for causing trouble in public in the city of Malmo.

    A lot of cars were set on fire because about a hundred people came together in response to the fire.

    On Sunday afternoon, Mr Momika burned a Quran in Varnhemstorget, a busy square in the city. He has disrespectfully damaged the Quran, during a number of protests against Islam, and his actions have made many countries in the Middle East very angry.
    A bunch of mad people who were against something fought with the police when they wanted to prevent something from being set on fire.

    Police officers said that people threw stones at them, and some protesters even threw electric scooters at their cars.

    A lot of police cars were burned in the neighborhood of Rosengard in Malmo. This neighborhood has many immigrants and has had other violent protests before.

    “I know that emotions run high during events like this, but we cannot accept disruptions and violent behavior like what happened on Sunday afternoon,” said Petra Stenkula, the commander of the police in Malmo, in an interview with local media.

    “It is very unfortunate to see violence and damage happening again at Rosengard. ”

    There have been a lot of Quran burnings in Scandinavia this year.

    In June, Mr. Momika burned a copy near Stockholm’s main mosque, while Muslims were celebrating a special holiday called Eid al-Adha – a very important festival for Muslims.
    The Swedish police allowed Mr. Momika to protest because of their strong belief in free speech. Later, it was found out that the incident was being looked into because it may have caused hatred.

    In January, Rasmus Paludan, a politician from a Danish far-right party called Stram Kurs (Hard Line), set fire to a Quran book outside the embassy of Turkey in Stockholm.

    Denmark, a nearby country that has experienced several instances of the Quran being burned in public, recently stated its intention to prohibit the public disrespect of sacred books.

    Sweden has promised to look into the possibility of making it illegal to burn books as a form of protest in some situations.

  • Check out the couple whose wedding was graced by Bawumia, his wife, Chief of Staff and others

    Check out the couple whose wedding was graced by Bawumia, his wife, Chief of Staff and others

    Numerous politicians were spotted at their wedding over the weekend, including Vice President Bawumia and his wife Samira, Chief of Staff Frema Osei Opare, and Communication Minister Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, among others. Many people have since questioned their connections to these individuals.

    Eugene Hagan-Dodoo, the groom, and Davina Ama Gyamfua Adu-Boamah, the bride, gained notoriety on their wedding day because of the high-profile people in attendance.

    Eugene Nii Otoo Hagan-Dodoo, the groom, is an IT consultant for the real estate company Chain Homes.

    In addition, he is an expert in digital media, photography, and videography.

    Eugene holds a bachelor of engineering in computer software from Staffordshire University.

    He leads the youth ministry at the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC), Dunamis, and is also a poet.

    The bride, Davina Ama Gyamfua Adu-Boamah is also the granddaughter of the Former High Commissioner to Sierra Leone.

    Mokowa B. Adu-Gyamfi, her grandmother, is also a specialist in community medicine who has practised in Scotland, Saudi Arabia, and other countries.

    Check out some of the high-profile personalities at the wedding

  • Hepatitis B responsible for 75% of liver cancer cases – GASLIDD reports 

    Hepatitis B responsible for 75% of liver cancer cases – GASLIDD reports 

    President of the Ghana Association for the Study of Liver and Digestive Diseases (GASLIDD), Prof Yaw Asante Awuku, has stated that Hepatitis B infection is responsible for around 75% of liver cancer cases in the country.

    He explained that presently, Hepatitis B affects one out of every ten Ghanaians, and there is a reported increase in cases. He also pointed out that the transmission methods include lifestyle factors and transmission from mother to child.

    In response to this situation, he emphasized the need to strengthen the vaccination of children and conduct vigorous awareness campaigns. Furthermore, he stressed the importance of motivating individuals to undergo testing.

    “For those diagnosed to be positive, there are avenues to seek care and prevent one from developing liver cancer or any liver cirrhosis,” he said.

    Prof Asante Awuku spoke at the 2023 Africa HepatoPancreatoBiliary Cancer Consortium (AHPBCC) opening ceremony in Accra and also observed that liver cancer is on the rise.

    However, he added that there is a ‘Stop Hepatitis C’ project wherein those who are positive are being offered free treatment at all regional and teaching hospitals.

    The president of GASLIDD opined that it is important for the state to dedicate funds’ amounts for more research on viral hepatitis: “We are looking at eradicating viral hepatitis; so if we have something dedicated for that, a lot of academic and service institutions will tap into it and make it happen,” he stated.

    AHPBCC 2023 was hosted in partnership with GASLIDD and is an annual scientific conference organised to harness resources and expertise across Africa, the US and Europe to address gaps in research, medical education and training, and clinical care for patients with liver, pancreas and bile-duct cancers.

    The consortium has more than 200 clinicians and research investigators who inform new strategies for risk prevention, early detection and improved survival of patients with these cancers. The consortium’s membership represents eight African countries, eight institutions in the US and four institutions in Europe.

    The conference in Accra brought together more than 200 participants from across Africa, Europe and the US.

    “This is training people and setting the agenda for the future,” he added.

    Speakers at the three-day event included Dr. Manal Hassan from the USA and Egypt, who spoke on genomics and cancer risk; and Dr. Samuel Antwi from the USA spoke on the genetic epidemiology of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours.

    Others included Dr. Yvonne Nartey and Dr. Atsu, Ghana; and Dr. Manal El-Sayed of Egypt, who talked about the ‘Stop Hepatitis C’ project in Ghana, among many other renowned international health practitioners.

    Speaking on the second annual scientific conference’s side-lines, the Presidential Advisor on Health, Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare, disclosed that the ongoing ‘Stop Hepatitis C’ initiative is being supported with one million doses of medicines that cure Hepatitis C.

    Touching on the conference, he expressed confidence that the platform will empower practitioners and complement efforts by the government to tackle and eliminate Hepatitis C in the country.’

    He also disclosed that the Ministry of Health is planning to fast-track the passage of a law on organ transplants.

  • Jet ski visitors shot after cautions – Algeria reports

    Jet ski visitors shot after cautions – Algeria reports

    The government of Algeria has stated that a bunch of tourists who accidentally entered their waters from Morocco on jet skis were given a warning before they were fired upon.

    Last week, two men died after a fight with the Algerian coastguard.

    In its first statement about the incident, the Algerian defense ministry said on Sunday that the tourists didn’t obey an order to stop multiple times.

    However, someone who lived through the event has disagreed with this statement – stating that they were never given a warning.

    “My brother Bilal was killed by gunshots right in front of me,” Mohamed Kissim told the Reuters news agency.

    The group started riding jet skis from the Moroccan resort of Saidia on Tuesday when they were hit by gunfire.

    In a previous interview with French TV BFM, Mr. Kissi talked about how they got lost when it became dark. They realized they had accidentally entered Algerian territory when they saw coastguard boats coming towards them.

    “They came towards us,” he said – mentioning that his brother, Bilal, gave a signal for them to go back before the coastguard began shooting at them.

    Mr Kissi also said that they were able to escape from danger because they ran out of fuel.

    Algeria’s defense ministry said that they gave a clear warning to the group, but the suspects didn’t listen and ran away.

    It said that the reason for firing the warning shots was because there was a lot of illegal activity by drug smugglers and organized crime at its borders.

    Morocco and Algeria have had a lot of problems with each other for a long time because of Morocco’s belief that they should control the disputed Western Sahara region.

    The line separating them was shut in 1994, and Algiers cut off connections two years ago. Morocco was accused of doing unfriendly actions, but Rabat denied this allegation.

    Algerian officials have also said that they found a dead man after an incident last week. They took his body to Tlemcen, a city near their shared border, to examine it.

    It is believed that Abdelali Mechouar, who is related to the Kissi brothers, is the second person who died in the incident, according to Moroccan media. His family still hasn’t received his body.

    The second man who passed away, Bilal Kissi, was buried on Thursday after his body was found on Saidia beach.

    The Algerian authorities arrested a man named Smail Snabe. He has now been found guilty and given a prison sentence of 18 months, as reported by Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH).

    The CNDH has asked for him to be set free and given to the Moroccan authorities.

    The council also criticized the Algerian coastguard’s actions. They said that not helping people who were lost at sea was very wrong and went against international rules and laws that protect human rights. This is particularly bad because the people were in a situation where it was unclear who should help them.

    The Moroccan authorities have said they won’t talk about the incident, as they see it as a legal matter. However, the office that investigates crimes is looking into the accident.

    The families of Bilal Kissi and Smail Snabe, who have both French nationality, want to take legal action in France, according to the AFP news agency.

    The foreign ministry of France said on Friday that it knew about the death of one of its citizens and the capture of another French person in Algeria.

    It said that it is talking to their families and the authorities in both countries.

  • Uche Maduagwu criticizes Yul Edochie over ‘marriage is not perfect’ comment

    Uche Maduagwu criticizes Yul Edochie over ‘marriage is not perfect’ comment

    The actor Uche Maduagwu has offered his opinion on the two events that occurred simultaneously in Yul-Edochie’s marriage.

    Yul had previously said that every marriage has its share of problems.

    Following recent events involving his first wife filing for divorce and suing his second wife, he made these remarks while pleading with internet users to be understanding of him.

    Uche Maduagwu, however, has a different perspective on the matter.

    He has criticized Yul Edochie for his statement that marriage itself is imperfect.

    Maduagwu, known for his candid and outspoken nature, responded by suggesting that Yul Edochie is rather the imperfection in his marriage.

    “A mechanic that can not repair his own car can not advise others on how to repair theirs. No Marriage is Perfect, but you are the imperfection in your marriage for throwing away the Loyalty and Respect of more than 16 years of Marriage for 5 Minutes of Enjoyment with Colleague. The audacity to even advise others on marriage despite all you did to MAY shows you need spiritual assistance,” his statement on Instagram read.

  • Australia recovers ill expedition participant from remote Antarctic station during winter months

    Australia recovers ill expedition participant from remote Antarctic station during winter months

    A person who was on a trip to Antarctica and got sick has been taken out of a faraway outpost during the winter. The rescue mission traveled thousands of kilometers. Australian officials announced this on Monday.

    According to the Australian Antarctic Division, the RSV Nuyina ship traveled over 3,000 kilometers (1,800 miles) from Hobart in Tasmania to the Casey Research Station in the east Antarctic to help a patient.

    The AAD said that the person on the expedition needs to see a specialist doctor in Australia for a health problem that is getting worse, but they didn’t say any more details.

    “Our main focus is bringing the person on the expedition back to Tasmania so they can receive the necessary medical treatment,” said Robb Clifton, who is temporarily in charge of the Australian Antarctic Division’s operations and logistics department. He made this statement on Monday.

    The Casey research station is situated on the edge of the Antarctic ice cap. It is found on the northern part of Bailey Peninsula on the Budd Coast. The station is about 3,880 kilometers (2,410 miles) south of Perth, Western Australia.

    There are three permanent stations in Antarctica that Australia operates. One of them is called Casey. It is always occupied by about 150 expeditioners, who stay there all year. During the summer, more people come to visit Casey. During the cold winter months, there are only around 16 to 20 people at the base.

    The Nuyina ship traveled for many days through rough seas in the Southern Ocean. It had to go through ice on the sea to get closer to a place where two helicopters could be used. The helicopters arrived at Casey on Sunday and took the patient back to the ship by air, according to the ADD.

    Clifton said that the initial part of the evacuation went well and the ship is now on its way back to Hobart.

    “The explorer will receive medical care in the Nuyina’s special medical facility, provided by our polar medicine doctors and staff from Royal Hobart Hospital. ”

    The boat, which can go as fast as 16 knots, is estimated to reach Hobart again next week, but it depends on the weather, the AAD explained.

    Casey has a small medical center, but in emergencies, other people may need to help the doctor at the station.

    During the winter months, it is usually not possible to take flights to the Antarctic base. The weather is extremely cold, with temperatures dropping as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius (-22 Fahrenheit). There are also strong winds due to sudden blizzards and very little sunlight.

    The closest runway to Casey is called Wilkins aerodrome. It is the main airport for the base and has a runway made of ice. However, it is only open and functioning during the summer, as stated on the APP’s website.

    According to the AAP, the icebreaker Nuyina will travel about 7,000 kilometers to rescue people from Australia’s Antarctic and sub-Antarctic research stations.

    The AAD said the family of the expeditioner is being updated about the situation and that all other people in the stations are safe.

  • Ashanti, Eastern, 3 other regions identified as hot spots for bushfires in Ghana

    Ashanti, Eastern, 3 other regions identified as hot spots for bushfires in Ghana

    Deputy Chief Fire Officer (DCFO) James Owusu-Agyei, who serves as the Director of Rural Fires for the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), has revealed that there are five specific areas in the country that have been pinpointed as significant bushfire danger zones.

    According to him, in the period from January to July of the current year, there have been a total of 21 bushfires reported in the Ahafo region, 144 in the Central region, 104 in the Ashanti region, 70 in the Eastern Region, and three in the NorthEast region.

    In contrast, during the previous year, the Ashanti region reported 189 bushfires, the Eastern region had 168, the Central region recorded 199, the North East region had seven, and the Ahafo region reported 46 bushfires.

    DCFO Owusu-Agyei revealed this information during an interview with the Ghanaian Times in Accra yesterday.

    He mentioned that, in order to decrease the occurrence of bushfires in the recognized high-risk areas, the service is collaborating with various partners, including the National Disaster and Management Organization (NADMO), to implement early warning systems that can alert the service about bushfires in advance, allowing for prompt response.

    He revealed that bushfire causes a loss of three percent to the country’s Gross Domestic Prod­uct (GDP) annually and destroys the forest cover of the country.

    The Director stated that the service from January to July this year, recorded 607 bushfires nationwide as against 871 the previous year within the same period.

    “Central Region recorded the highest with 159 cases and Savan­nah recorded the lowest with six cases,” he added.

    He said farming activities accounted for 19 percent of the bushfires, hunting 15 percent, and charcoal production 10 percent.

    The Director said the reduction was a result of intensified sen­sitisation programmes, and effective collaboration with the stakehold­ers such as the NADMO, Forestry Commission, and other non-gov­ernmental organisations.

    “We also liaised with farmers, who we use as volunteers to pro­tect their farms,” he added.

    DCFO Owusu-Agyei mentioned the major causes of the fires as negligence, hunting of game, natural causes, and human activities.

    He mentioned some challenges such as funding, hence the ability to encourage people to be fire vol­unteers, logistics, and some certain festivals that require the use of fires.

    “During the festival, some people go out of order,” DCFO Owusu-Agyei added.

    He said enforcing the Con­trol and Prevention of Bushfire Act 1990 (PNDCL 229) would empower the GNFS to prosecute anyone who set fire to the bush and caused harm.

    “With the law, the GNFS would also liaise with the District and Municipal Assemblies to enforce the law and mandate us to establish volunteers,” he added.

    He encouraged farmers as the country was approaching the dry season to use new farming methods, farm belts and also call for assistance from the service to help prevent bush farming.

    The Director advised farmers to practice what they had been educated on and assured them of the GNFS’s determination to partner them to reduce the bushfires to save lives and properties.

    He appealed to the media to intensify their collaboration with the fire service to ensure lives and properties were saved.

  • Gbawe recording high numbers of hypertension, diabetes cases among youth – Medical Doctor reveals 

    Gbawe recording high numbers of hypertension, diabetes cases among youth – Medical Doctor reveals 

    Medical Superintendent at Hillcross Medical Hospital, Dr Henry Nii Odai, has been taken aback by the revelation that a significant number of young individuals in Gbawe are afflicted with hypertension and diabetes.

    Henry Nii Odai reported that among the 180 individuals who received a diagnosis, 12 of them were young individuals, highlighting a worrisome prevalence of hypertension and diabetes among this demographic.

    He shared this information with the media while conducting a health screening event in the area at no cost.

    Dr Henry Nii Odai disclosed that the majority of individuals affected by hypertension and diabetes are oblivious to their condition, and those who are aware tend to rely on traditional herbal remedies, which is a cause for concern.

    The screening exercise was a collaboration with Radiance Oil and part of the Homowo Festival celebration.

    The doctor expressed concern about the prevalence of challenges due to unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise, particularly among individuals under 40.

    “This is a significant challenge. When you speak with those affected, you will find that many are unaware of their conditions. Those aware have turned to herbal medicines and self-medication, which has exacerbated their conditions. The number of people affected by these conditions alarms us. As a result, we must take action and address the problem. If we increase the number to 1,000 people, it will reveal a disturbing number of affected people,” he added.

    Dr. Odai urged the public to adopt healthy habits, avoid junk food, and encourage regular exercise, while also advising drivers to avoid late-night eating.

    Deputy Managing Director for Radiance Oil Joseph Addai urged the public to undergo regular checkups to prevent severe medical conditions and reduce premature deaths.

    He believed that this is both medically and financially sound, as it saves individuals from spending excessively on managing their worsened conditions.

    Chief of Gbawe Nii Boye Kojo III and some residents praised the organizers for their assistance.

    The chief stated that the free health exercise was a good idea, especially given the country’s economic situation.

    He urged the organisers to repeat the exercise on a regular basis.

  • Four astronauts return to Earth after six-month deployment off the coast of Florida

    Four astronauts return to Earth after six-month deployment off the coast of Florida

    Four people who went to the International Space Station for six months have come back home. They landed in the ocean near Florida in a special SpaceX spaceship called Crew Dragon.

    The crew members of the Crew-6 mission, which is a collaboration between NASA and SpaceX, left the space station on Sunday at 7:05 am ET. The team stayed on the 13-foot-wide Crew Dragon spaceship and moved around in Earth‘s orbit. They were heading towards a landing spot near Jacksonville, Florida. They finally landed there after midnight.

    The Crew Dragon capsule was moving very fast, over 17,000 miles per hour. When it started its final descent, the outside of the spacecraft got very hot, reaching about 3,500 degrees Fahrenheit. This happened as it passed through the thickest part of Earth’s atmosphere. Inside the space vehicle, a shield protected the passengers from heat. The temperature should have been comfortable and not gone beyond 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37. 8

    The capsule then released sets of parachutes to help it descend more slowly. The rescuers are ready to bring the spacecraft out of the water and onto a special boat called the “Dragon’s nest. ” Once on the boat, they will do some important safety checks before the crew can get off.

    NASA said that they were watching the impact Hurricane Idalia had on Florida‘s Gulf Coast before the astronauts left the space station. The big storm hit northern Florida really hard and then went through southern Georgia and into the Carolinas.

    The Crew-6 team has four astronauts. They are Stephen Bowen and Warren “Woody” Hoburg from NASA, Sultan Alneyadi from the United Arab Emirates, who is the second astronaut from his country to go to space, and Andrey Fedyaev, a cosmonaut from Russia.

    The team spent six months on the space station after going up in March. In the last week, the Crew-6 astronauts helped the Crew-7 team members settle in and take over the work at the space station. The Crew-7 team arrived on August 27.

    During their time in space, the Crew-6 astronauts were supposed to supervise over 200 science and technology projects.

    “We accomplished many tasks during our mission,” Hoburg said during a virtual news conference with the astronauts on August 23. We had two spaceships from SpaceX called CRS-27 and CRS-28 that came to visit. They brought a lot of scientific stuff with them. And all of us, as a team, went on three spacewalks.

    While they were visiting, the Crew-6 astronauts also met with the Axiom Mission 2 crew. This crew consisted of a former NASA astronaut and three passengers who paid to be there. The passengers included an American businessman and two astronauts from Saudi Arabia. The flight was a part of a plan to regularly take tourists and other customers to the International Space Station. NASA wants to have more private businesses operating in the area close to Earth.

    “It has been a great experience and very enjoyable,” Hoburg said.

  • Mother of Ghanaian musician Joe Frazier is dead

    Mother of Ghanaian musician Joe Frazier is dead

    Ghanaian musician Andrew Kwadwo Agyen, popularly known as Joe Frazier suffered a devastating loss as his mother, Obaapayin Yaa Boamah died on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

    Joe Frazier’s beloved Obaapayin Yaa Boamah, a pillar of courage and affection in his life, had been battling illness for a long time. The artist is devastated by her departure because he was known for having a strong and unbreakable bond with his mother.

    Joe Frazier, took to social media to share the grievous news with his devoted followers and fans. In his message, he expressed profound sorrow over the passing of his mother, who was not only family but also a wellspring of motivation on his musical odyssey.

    The announcement triggered a flood of condolences and solidarity from friends, fans, and fellow musicians alike.

    Amidst his mourning, Joe Frazier and his family are organizing a gathering in the forthcoming days to discuss and coordinate the funeral arrangements for Obaapayin Yaa Boamah. Once the specifics are finalized, they will be communicated to the public.

    Joe Frazier, renowned for hits like “Shiishii,” has resonated with countless hearts through his music. Now, he faces one of life’s most trying chapters: bidding adieu to a cherished one.

    During this challenging period, we extend our deepest sympathies to Joe Frazier and his family.

  • Zelensky appoints new defence minister for Ukraine, citing need for ‘new strategies’

    Zelensky appoints new defence minister for Ukraine, citing need for ‘new strategies’

    The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, has removed his defense minister from his position. He stated that there is a need for different ways of dealing with the ongoing war against Russia, which has been happening for 19 months.

    This week, the parliament will be asked to choose someone new for an important job. I have decided to find someone else to be the minister of defense of Ukraine. “Oleksii Reznikov has experienced over 550 days of intense war,” Zelensky stated.

    The president chose Rustem Umerov, a previous member of Ukraine’s parliament, to be the new defense minister.

    The Ukrainian parliament, called the Verkhovna Rada, is familiar with this individual, and Mr. X has experience and established relationships there. Zelensky said that Umerov does not require any more introductions. I think that the parliament will help this candidate.

    Umerov is currently leading the State Property Fund, which aims to bring investments to Ukraine. He has also been involved in exchanging prisoners of war. He also worked as a high-level negotiator in the Black Sea Grain Initiative, and said multiple times that he didn’t think Russia would follow the agreement. Russia has stopped using the plan.

    His appointment is happening at a very important time for Ukraine’s counterattack in the south. Also, it is happening as Ukraine’s relationships with its allies and people who donate enter a new stage. Ukraine is working hard to make the training and sending of F-16 combat planes faster. They also want to get other equipment and weapons to help them fight back.

    Reznikov quit his job on Monday and posted on Facebook that he resigned because of a decision made by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky. I am prepared for the report. “Let’s stay in line. ”

    He put pictures of himself with his letter of quitting on the internet.

    Reznikov became defense minister in November 2021 after working in other important government jobs, like deputy prime minister. This information can be found on the defense ministry’s website.

    He was taken out of his position after some corruption scandals happened in Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense.

    Zelensky got rid of a lot of important people earlier this year because of a scandal involving buying supplies during wartime. The deputy defense minister left his job after being accused of being corrupt. Then in August, Zelensky fired everyone who was in charge of getting soldiers for the military in different regions, because there were a lot of criminal cases going on.

    While Reznikov has not been directly involved in any of these scandals, people still believe that his association with them has caused harm to his image.

    And on Saturday, a wealthy and influential person in Ukraine named Ihor Kolomoisky, who strongly supports Zelensky, was taken into custody for being suspected of committing fraud.

    Zelensky said that getting rid of corruption in Ukraine’s government is important for Kyiv to have a chance of joining NATO and the European Union, which they have been waiting for a long time.

    In a report released in 2021, Transparency International found that Ukraine is the second most corrupt country in Europe, right after Russia. Worldwide, it was ranked 122nd out of 180 countries.

    Zelensky became powerful quickly in 2019 because he promised to get rid of corruption in the government. Zelensky used to be a comedian and was on a popular TV show where he played the role of Ukraine’s president. He didn’t have any experience in politics before he got elected. However, he connected with the people’s strong feelings of being let down and disgusted by widespread corruption in the country.

    Ukraine is now a candidate state for the EU. However, to become a full member, Kyiv must increase its efforts to address corruption, according to Brussels.

  • India conducts its first mission after famous lunar landing

    India conducts its first mission after famous lunar landing

    India has sent its first spacecraft to study the sun, which is a big achievement for their space program.

    The spacecraft named Aditya-L1 was launched at 11:50 a. mIt took off from Sriharikota, an island near the Bay of Bengal. On Saturday, at 2:20 am Eastern Time. And it’s going to a parking spot in space about 930,000 miles (1. 5 million kilometers) away from Earth.

    The Aditya-L1 spacecraft successfully launched, which happened less than two weeks after India’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organization, made history by landing the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft on the moon’s surface. India’s achievement of landing a vehicle on the moon makes them the fourth country globally, and the second country in the 21st century, to accomplish this.

    The mission is going to end next week.

    Right now, Aditya-L1 is going towards a place called Lagrange point 1. This place is in between the sun and Earth, where the pull of gravity from both the sun and Earth is balanced. That place will let Aditya-L1 stay in space, at a good spot for watching the sun’s activities, while using only a small amount of fuel.

    According to the space agency, this position will allow for a better opportunity to observe solar activities and their impact on space weather in real-time.

    The spacecraft has seven tools for studying things in space. Four of these tools will be pointed directly at the sun. The other tools will study particles and magnetic fields that come from the sun and pass through a specific point in space called Lagrange point 1.

    The mission’s main goals are to study the sun’s upper atmosphere and different solar activities, like coronal mass ejections which are huge bursts of plasma from the outer layer of the sun.

    The data collected from Aditya-L1’s experiments will help us understand space weather better. Space weather refers to the magnetic waves in our solar system. Space storms can cause problems on Earth when they enter our atmosphere. They can sometimes affect satellites, radio communications, and power grids. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has said this.

    India’s Aditya-L1 will contribute to the data collected by other missions studying the sun, like NASA’s Parker Solar Probe. The Parker Solar Probe is the first spacecraft to come into contact with the sun, which happened in 2021.

    India’s first dedicated solar mission contributes to the country’s reputation as an up-and-coming space superpower.

  • Russia attacks Ukrainian ports close to NATO border prior to discussions on grain deal

    Russia attacks Ukrainian ports close to NATO border prior to discussions on grain deal

    Russian forces attacked Ukrainian port facilities on the Danube River that are used for sending food out of the country on Sunday. This happened just one day before Russian President Vladimir Putin is supposed to talk about restarting a deal to export grains with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

    At least two people got hurt in the attacks, as told by a spokesperson from the local military. The ports were damaged, which caused a fire. But the fire was put out fast.

    The Air Force of Ukraine said that 25 flying robots were used in attacks on the Odesa region during the night, but only 3 of them were not destroyed.

    Russia’s Ministry of Defense said they were attacking fuel storage places in the Ukrainian port of Reni, which are used to supply Ukraine’s military. The Russian statement also said that the attack went well and all planned targets were dealt with effectively.

    The attack hit very close to the NATO member Romania, and it quickly angered the country. Romania’s Ministry of Defense strongly criticized the attack, saying it was wrong and went against the rules of international humanitarian law.

    The ministry stated that Romania’s land and territorial waters were not in immediate danger.

    A person who helps Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the Kremlin is trying to cause a shortage of food by conducting these attacks.

    Russian terrorists are still attacking port infrastructure. Their goal is to cause a food crisis and famine worldwide. Andriy Yermak, an assistant, shared this information on the messaging app Telegram.

    During the night, Russia launched airstrikes to attack Ukrainian shipping infrastructure. This is not the first time they have done this since July. In July, Russia stopped a deal that allowed Ukrainian ships to go around a blockade and safely pass through a waterway to reach Turkey’s Bosphorus Strait and connect to markets worldwide.

    This president has supported both Russia and Ukraine in their conflict.

    The breakdown of the agreement caused the prices of food worldwide to rise and strengthened concerns that the world’s most impoverished nations would have difficulty feeding their people.

    Erdogan, the leader of a country that has control over entering and leaving the Black Sea, played a part in arranging the first agreement and is now trying to mediate and convince Russia to join again. He will probably talk about bringing back the deal when he meets Putin in the Russian city of Sochi on Monday.

    The Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, has said that Russia is willing to rejoin the pact if it is assured that the benefits promised to them will actually happen.

    For now, Ukraine has tried to make temporary routes for merchant ships, but Kyiv cannot promise that they will be safe from Russian attacks or mines. Many ships have used these routes even though they are dangerous.

    The United Nations has been trying to bring the agreement back to life.

  • “Stonebwoy is living Shatta Wale’s dream” – Sally Mann

    “Stonebwoy is living Shatta Wale’s dream” – Sally Mann

    Popular entertainment pundit Sally Mann has strongly criticized Ghanaian Dancehall musician Shatta Wale for referring to his colleague, Stonebwoy, as a ‘curtain-raiser’ artiste.

    She argued that Stonebwoy is one of the Ghanaian artists who has consistently raised the country’s flag high on the international stage, while Shatta Wale has not yet had that opportunity. Mann believes that Shatta Wale’s criticism of Stonebwoy stems from feelings of hatred and jealousy, as he may be unable to achieve the level of success that Stonebwoy has attained on the global stage.

    He praised Stonebwoy for his global success and chided Shatta Wale for his negative statements on Power Entertainment.

    “If you say that [Stonebwoy being a curtain-raiser artiste] about your own colleague, that is not fair. A whole artiste who dreams of such a thing, Stonebwoy is living Shatta’s dream,” said Sally.

    “Shatta wanted to be on the Grammy platform to go and showcase himself, has he gotten the opportunity? Has Shatta Wale seen Taylor Swift before? He hasn’t. Has Shatta Wale’s album gotten 100 streams before? No. Has Shatta Wale been signed by a record label? No. Stonebwoy is living Shatta’s dream, so you can’t say that to him. The Ghanaian artiste waving the nation’s flag high on the international stage is Stonebwoy,” she added.

    Further, Sally Mann suggested that Shatta Wale’s decline in the music industry contributed to his criticism of flourishing artists.

    “Not even the collaboration with Sarkodie or Bob Marley did him [Shatta Wale] magic. But Stonebwoy’s fifth Dimension album, did you see how he was celebrated? He did a bit of everything. Why can’t Shatta Wale appreciate Stonebwoy? When Shatta Wale was coming, we thought he was the messiah of Ghana music,” she added.

    Background

    In light of Nigerian artiste Asake’s successful O2 Arena concert, Stonebwoy discussed the state of the Ghana music industry with media personality Berla Mundi.

    It was Stonebwoy’s narrative, along with others, that such pressures would not yield solutions unless the proper systems were in place. In order to foster the growth of the industry, he emphasized the need for increased awareness.

    In a video that has been widely circulated on social media, Shatta Wale vehemently countered Stonebwoy’s comments. He contended that Stonebwoy was undermining his own value and went on to predict that Stonebwoy would never achieve the same level of respect and recognition as some of the top Nigerian artists.

    “Stonebwoy was asked if he was facing pressure, and he said no pressure, but awareness. You dress and do your Instagram photos like Burna Boy. Hasn’t anyone told you? You are facing pressure, which is why you want to go on stage later, you want to be on stage at the same time as Wizkid? Look at what you did at AfroNation Detroit. You were given time to come on stage, you wanted to go at the time you wanted.

    “You allow yourself to be paid $10,000 while Burna Boy gets paid $300,000. Did you expect to be treated like an important person? You are just a curtain raiser!! You will never get the same platform as Wizkid, Davido, or Burna Boy!” Shatta Wale fumed.

  • China indicates Xi Jinping won’t be present at G20 conference in India

    China indicates Xi Jinping won’t be present at G20 conference in India

    China has made it clear that its leader, Xi Jinping, will not be attending a significant meeting of world leaders in New Delhi this weekend. Instead, Premier Li Qiang will be representing China at the event.

    Xi’s presence at the G20 event was uncertain last week after a news report from Reuters suggested that he might not attend. The report relied on information from two Indian diplomats who were not named.

    China’s Foreign Ministry stated at a news conference that Li will be going to the summit on Saturday and Sunday, but they didn’t mention Xi.

    Mao Ning, who speaks for the ministry, avoided answering a reporter’s question about why Xi is not at the G20 summit. This would be the first time China’s leader has missed a G20 summit.

    Mao said that China highly values and takes part in important international economic cooperation events, such as the Group of 20. However, Mao did not directly answer the question being asked.

    Beijing made an announcement because US President Joe Biden was sad that he won’t be meeting with Xi at the summit.

    “I feel sad, but I will still have the opportunity to see him,” Biden informed reporters on Sunday.

    Biden had said before to CNN that he would be meeting with Xi in “the autumn”.

    They last talked on the sidelines of a meeting called the G20 Summit in Bali, which happened in November last year.

  •  “At the right time, I will talk! Enough is enough” -Hajia4Reall 

     “At the right time, I will talk! Enough is enough” -Hajia4Reall 

    Ghanaian socialite, Hajia4Reall, has revealed that she has had enough and at the right time she will spill the beans. This revelation comes amid her ongoing trial as she is expected to appear in court on September 23, 2023.

    Hajia4Reall, currently in the United States facing trial in a romance scam case, says it’s time to ‘speak out’.

    In a series of posts captured on Snapchat, the socialite, in what appears she was thinking aloud wrote:

    “It always seems impossible until it is done hmm. If I start talking… At the right time, I will talk! Enough is enough!”

    The reason for her post remains unclear. Nevertheless, some individuals have speculated that it may be linked to her ongoing court case.

    In Hajia4Reall’s legal situation, her prison sentence could potentially be reduced, and certain charges might be dropped if she identifies key individuals involved in the operation.

    Previously, a Ghanaian lawyer based in the United States, Ebenezer ApiaAgyei, explained that if Mona4Reall discloses the identities of those who aided and abetted her, her prison sentence would be mitigated.

    Mona currently faces seven charges, including felony, fraud, theft, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit wire fraud, among others.

    Mr. AppiahAgyei has emphasized that cooperating with the federal government could potentially limit her prison time to a maximum of 10 years, compared to the previously suggested ’95-year’ sentence. Furthermore, he suggested that some of her charges might be dropped if she decides to collaborate with the federal government and the U.S. attorney general.

    Background

    Mona Faiz Montage, also recognized as Hajia4Reall or Mona4Reall, was extradited from the United Kingdom to the United States on charges related to her alleged participation in a $2 million romance scam primarily targeting older, single Americans.

    As per U.S. federal prosecutors, the 30-year-old artist and entrepreneur made an appearance in a Manhattan federal court on May 15, facing accusations related to her involvement in a series of romance scams.

    This development swiftly circulated across social media, gaining significant attention and becoming a trending topic on Twitter, with a substantial influx of reactions from online users.

  • Black Sherif wins “West African Artiste of the Year” at Headies Awards

    Black Sherif wins “West African Artiste of the Year” at Headies Awards

    Ghanaian musician, Black Sherif, has achieved a significant milestone by clinching the prestigious ‘West African Artiste of The Year’ award at the Headies Awards 2023.

    This momentous victory cements his position as a dominant force in West African music, characterized by his distinctive style and compelling storytelling, which sets him apart.

    The ‘West African Artiste of The Year’ category honored artists of West African origin who made noteworthy contributions to the continent’s music scene throughout the year. Black Sherif’s undeniable impact and growing international presence made him the standout choice for this accolade.

    While he also secured a nomination for ‘African Artiste of The Year,’ a category ultimately won by Rema, this recognition further underscores his wide-reaching influence extending beyond West Africa.

    The Headies Awards 2023, hosted at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta, celebrated the growing prominence of African music on the global stage.

  • Mohamed al-Fayed dies at 94

    Mohamed al-Fayed dies at 94


    Billionaire entrepreneur Mohamed al-Fayed the assertive Egyptian magnate, who significantly altered the destinies of two prominent London establishments, Harrods department store and Fulham Football Club, and engaged in a heated verbal exchange with members of the British royal family following his son’s tragic car accident alongside Princess Diana, has passed away at the age of 94, as confirmed in a statement issued by his family.

    The family of Mohamed al-Fayed, the flamboyant billionaire born in Egypt whose son tragically perished alongside Princess Diana in a car accident, has announced his passing at the age of 94.

    Al-Fayed, renowned as the former proprietor of London’s Harrods department store and the previous owner of Fulham Football Club, was profoundly affected by the loss of his son, Dodi Fayed, in the 1997 car crash in Paris that also claimed the life of Princess Diana.

    He spent years mourning the loss and fighting the UK establishment he blamed for their deaths.

    “Mrs Mohamed al-Fayed, her children and grandchildren wish to confirm that her beloved husband, their father and their grandfather, Mohamed, has passed away peacefully of old age on Wednesday August 30, 2023,″ his family said in a statement released by the Fulham Football Club on Friday.

    “He enjoyed a long and fulfilled retirement surrounded by his loved ones. The family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this time,” the family said.

    Al-Fayed firmly believed that Dodi and Diana fell victim to a conspiracy orchestrated by Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II.

  • Drake gifts fan $50,000 who spent furniture budget to buy tickets to his concert

    Drake gifts fan $50,000 who spent furniture budget to buy tickets to his concert

    Canadian rapper Drake made a generous gesture by giving $50,000 to a fan who had used their furniture budget to purchase tickets to the rapper’s concert during his It’s All A Blur Tour.

    The act of kindness occurred at Drake’s recent tour stop in Las Vegas. While addressing the crowd during the performance, Drake spotted a sign held by a fan who had sacrificed funds meant for home decoration to buy two tickets to his concert. In response, the artist, often referred to as the “6 God,” spontaneously decided to gift the fan $50,000 for their unexpected sacrifice.

    “He got a sign that says, ‘Drake, I spent my furniture money on your two shows, OVO for life,’” Drizzy explained in the below clip. “You know what, my man, your furniture money, Imma give you 50 bands ‘cause I love you. Make sure he gets his money tonight. That’s some real shit, I fuck with you.“

    Drake added, “Listen, this is what life is about. I’m trying to teach you something tonight. I want you to understand something tonight. You never know what the next person is going through. You never know what the person in front of you, to the left of you, to the right of you, behind you, is going through.”

  • Chieftaincy dispute in Awutu Bereku leaves 3 injured

    Chieftaincy dispute in Awutu Bereku leaves 3 injured

    A clash between rival factions in the Dede Akwasah family of Awutu Bereku, Central Region, left three injured.

    The conflict began when some family members attempted to stop Kojo Anobaa, the family head, from performing annual rituals.

    Some family members claimed they had removed him from his position, but Kojo Anobaa disputed this, leading to a heated confrontation.

    Kwesi Bonney, a spokesperson for the faction that claims to have removed Kojo Anobaa, reported that the confrontation escalated into violence, resulting in three injuries.

    The Awutu Bereku District Patrol team intervened to restore peace, but the leadership dispute within the Dede Akwasah family continues despite heightened security.

  • I’ll expose government flaws, even within NDC – Ablakwa vows

    I’ll expose government flaws, even within NDC – Ablakwa vows

    The North Tongu Member of Parliament (MP), Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has pledged to persist in exposing government shortcomings, regardless of the ruling political party.

    He emphasized the importance of prioritizing Ghana’s welfare over individual interests, even if the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is in power.

    Ablakwa conveyed this commitment through a social media post, advocating for leadership that places the country’s improvement at the forefront of all endeavors.

    Read His Statement Below

    May I take a moment to salute all the outstanding patriots occupying various important positions within government and the larger public service who put the national interest first by working with us at great risk to expose grand corruption, impunity, profligacy and state capture.

    They are the real heroes worthy of celebration.

    Shall we all commit to keeping them in our prayers, please.

    Together, and without ever betraying these extraordinary nationalists collaborating with us, we shall save our country.

    Already, our collaborative nationalistic efforts have saved suffering Ghanaian taxpayers billions of Ghana Cedis.

    May I add that it is in our collective interest to encourage and deepen this culture even under the next NDC Administration. When politicians and other public officials know their conduct and decisions cannot be hidden but will be subjected to strict standards of transparency and accountability, our democracy becomes truly hygienic and the public purse would therefore be genuinely protected so national resources can be redirected into creating better living conditions and opportunities for the people.

    Ghanaians should expect more explosive scandals to be revealed in the coming days.

    If the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government cannot stop creating scandals; we can also not stop exposing their scandals.

    When the scandals stop — the exposés will stop.

    For God and Country.

  • Fetish priest seeks Otumfour’s intervention over locked-up shrine

    Fetish priest seeks Otumfour’s intervention over locked-up shrine

    A fetish priest who had his shrine locked up is currently pleading with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for help.

    The concerned priest, Opanin Boadi Panin Ababio, who is the Obrempong Agyemang Tano Bosomfour, told the media that his shrine had been locked up for almost a year without any justification.

    Opanin Boadi Panin Ababio expressed how the situation has negatively impacted him and the people who come to the location for consultation and other healing purposes, saying the gods were not happy.

    However, he has pleaded with the Ashanti overlord Otumfour Osei Tutu II to step in and save the day.

    Accusing some thugs of storming the palace to lock up the shrine, the Tano Bosomfour further fingered the chief of Kwamo for being the brain behind the closure of the shrine.

    According to him, since the shrine was shut down as a result of the Kwamo chief abusing his authority, Tano, which was meant to be spiritually strengthened before the Sikadwa, is now struggling with hunger.

    “What is the meaning of this? That’s why I’m pleading with our overlord. I have gone to inform him already. He assigned Baffour Sumankwa but he did nothing, and I’ve informed him again that the Tano shrine has been locked up. Tano is sadly going to eat outside during this Akwasidee, all because of the closure. I’m pleading with Otumfour, I’ve already whisper into his ears and I’m doing that again because I’m not supposed to stand before him according to traditions. I have said it once, twice and at this third time I’m saying it through the media. I’m pleading with him to send one of his spiritual wives to come here to unlock the shrine so that the Tano will stop eating from outside. I’m pleading because Tano is supposed to eat during Fodjour before the Sikadwa eats on Awukudae,” he said.

    “Who is he to lock up Obrempong Agyemang Tano for more than ten months now, something even the Asante overlord cannot do? I’m therefore pleading with Otumfour to come to the rescue of this unfortunate situation so that Obrempong Agyemang Tano can eat inside the room,” he appealed.

    The Obrempong Agyemang Tano Bosomfour played a significant part in the establishment of the Ashanti kingdom, according to the Bosomfour, who is also the local Ekuona Abusuapanin, who gave a brief history of the Tano Agyemang shrine.

    He claimed that it also had a significant impact on the Ashanti kingdom’s numerous military triumphs and other achievements. 

    The worried priest explained how Asante could never leave the Tano shrine and asked Otumfour to take immediate action to help correct the situation.

    He also urged thorough investigations so that those responsible for the crime could be held accountable.

  • Mason Greenwood to be sacked three days after signing with Getafe

    Mason Greenwood to be sacked three days after signing with Getafe

    A Spanish domestic abuse charity has urged Getafe to reconsider their decision to sign Mason Greenwood from Manchester United.

    Earlier this month, it was officially announced that both Manchester United and Greenwood had mutually agreed that the best course of action was for the forward to continue his career elsewhere.

    On the transfer deadline day, the 21-year-old successfully completed a loan move to the Spanish La Liga side, Getafe.

    Following the acquisition of Mason Greenwood, Getafe has faced significant scrutiny.

    The Daily Mirror has disclosed that the Ana Bella Foundation, a Spanish domestic abuse charity, has made a formal appeal to the club, urging them to revisit their decision.

    Ana Bella Estevez, speaking to the English publication, expressed her concerns:

    “The club is setting a terrible example. Getafe executives should never have hired Mason Greenwood and should immediately overturn their decision.

    “If you’re a public facing organisation like Getafe there is no excuse to take a neutral stance on violence against women – you must take moral responsibility.”

    According to Sportbible, Greenwood has been out of competitive action for over 18 months due to allegations of attempted assault, and controlling behaviour brought against him.

    However, Charges were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service in February. A United internal investigation had also been initiated.

  • Rita Dominic refutes claims of welcoming a set of twins

    Rita Dominic refutes claims of welcoming a set of twins

    Nollywood icon Rita Dominic has addressed rumors about welcoming twins with spouse Fidelis Anosike.

    Rita dismissed the widespread speculations through her verified Twitter account. A well-known blog had initially circulated the news, causing it to spread on social media and prompt a flood of congratulatory messages.

    Check out her tweet

  • Ghana card registration open to all from today

    Ghana card registration open to all from today

    The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced that Phase II of Ghana Card registration will commence today Monday, September 4, 2023.

    In a statement released on September 3, it was revealed that this registration opportunity is accessible to all Ghanaians aged 15 years and older. First-time applicants can take advantage of the free registration services provided at any of the NIA’s 276 District Offices situated throughout the country.

    Additionally, this complimentary registration service is also accessible at NIA Regional Offices located in Accra, Bolgatanga, Cape Coast, Dambai, Damongo, Goaso, Nalerigu, and Wa.

    “For the avoidance of doubt, the free service for first-time applicants will NOT be available in the following NIA Regional Offices which currently operate as Premium Registration Centers: Ho, Koforidua, Kumasi, Sunyani, Sefwi-Wiawso, Takoradi, Tamale and Techiman,” the statement added

    The NIA has specified that there will be a statutory fee of GH¢34.50 for replacement and update services at the non-premium centers.

    The Phase I, initially scheduled to run for 10 days (from August 28 to September 8, 2023), was shortened by the NIA due to an unexpectedly low turnout. This decision prompted the initiation of Phase II registration.

     “The decision to apportion ten (10) days for Phase I was based on the figures provided by the Controller and Accountant General’s Department, estimating 250,000 – 260,000 Public Sector Workers on GoG Payroll to participate in the Phase I. Unfortunately, only 87 of the targeted beneficiaries presented themselves for registration.”

    “Thus Phase II of the registration exercise will begin tomorrow, Monday, 4th September 2023. This is to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the use of public resources, and to ensure that other members of the public are able to access NIA’s services,” portions of statement indicated.

    In the meantime, the NIA has reinstated Household and Institutional Registration services for groups consisting of five or more Ghanaians and institutions with 50 or more Ghanaians. The fee for Household Registration is GH¢150 per applicant, while the cost for Institutional Registration stands at GH¢100 per applicant.

  • Akufo-Addo appointed judges sympathetic to the NPP -John Mahama

    Akufo-Addo appointed judges sympathetic to the NPP -John Mahama

    Former President John Dramani Mahama has alleged that the current government has stacked the Judiciary with judges who are sympathetic to the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    John Mahama contends that the current administration has intentionally and knowingly appointed individuals close to their party to the second arm of government.

    Speaking at the conclusion of the 3rd Annual Lawyers Conference of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday, September 2, he asserted that this move by the NPP is aimed at shielding themselves from accountability once they are no longer in power.

    According to him, there are about 80 of such judges in the system, and the number may cross 100.

    “Currently, the judiciary is packed with NPP-inclined judges because this government has carried out a deliberate policy of putting their people onto the bench.”

    “He [Akufo-Addo] has appointed the biggest number of judges onto the bench, it is more than 80 towards 100 and counting. You can see what the current president has done.”

    “He has packed the court, and we know they have packed the court because they want to avoid accountability after they have left office.”

    So, in order to maintain a balanced party, the 2024 NDC flagbearer recommended the party members to pursue jobs in law.

    That, according to him, is the only way to fix the abnormality.

    “So, I encourage some of you to look at careers on the bench so that we can balance out what the current situation is. We must be prepared as NDC legal persons to also go onto the bench so that we can balance out the judiciary,” he urged.

  • Kennedy Agyapong can foster unity between the NPP and the NDC – Hassan Ayariga

    Kennedy Agyapong can foster unity between the NPP and the NDC – Hassan Ayariga

    The founder of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga has singled out Kennedy Agyapong as the strongest among the five selected Presidential aspirants in the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    In an interview with Kofi TV, Ayariga emphasized Agyapong’s strong appeal, citing his ability to connect with grassroots supporters in a friendly and approachable manner, making him highly accessible to the public.

    He also highlighted Agyapong’s potential to bridge divisions within the NPP and even foster unity between the NPP and the NDC.

    Furthermore, Ayariga expressed concerns about the performances of Alan and Bawumia, especially noting Bawumia’s underwhelming track record in government. Consequently, Ayariga viewed defeating Bawumia as a strategic imperative.

    He noted that Kennedy Agyapong’s lack of prior political office experience enhanced his attractiveness as a candidate.

    Listen to him

  • Fatal Tema Motorway accident leaves one dead, another injured

    Fatal Tema Motorway accident leaves one dead, another injured

    A fatal collision on the Accra-Tema highway reportedly left one person dead and another seriously injured, according to citinewsroom.com.

    An eyewitness account of the incident describes how a fuel tanker from Tema slid along a road and collided with the former toll booth at the Accra end.

    “We heard a noise. Around 5am, when we came out, we saw a truck carrying some chemicals to Tema. The driver sustained serious injuries. We managed to move him out and he was taken to the hospital. The mate was trapped and dead in the truck. We had to call the Fire Service to come and cut the parts of the truck. It seems he went out of his lane and hit the toll booth. Maybe he was sleeping, if not this wouldn’t have happened,” an eyewitness said.

    Another also said, “The driver was speeding. So, we are pleading. The toll that was closed never favoured Ghanaians. Compare when the toll booth was in operation and now that it has been closed, and compare the accidents that have been recorded. The accidents have become rampant. So, the government should do something about it. The closed toll booth never favoured us. If they are going to reopen it, they should make it efficient, because the place is closed, drivers go full speed, but if it’s in operation, they will kill their speed before they reach the payment point.”

    According to witnesses at the scene, the fuel tanker driver was taken to the hospital for treatment after suffering injuries, but his companion passed away there and then.

    The damaged truck was later towed.

    At the scene of the accident, police officers and firefighters kept the traffic in order.

  • NPP has no ideological identity -Alhaji Sinare

    NPP has no ideological identity -Alhaji Sinare

    Former Ghanaian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Egypt during the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration and immediate past National Vice Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress, Alhaji Said Sinare, has argued that the NPP has not advanced beyond the rationale of its ideological origins and has instead become a mere ballot paper alternative to the NDC and the entire nation so far as the development

    Alhaji Said Sinare wrote on Facebook that despite having been in power for close to seven years, the NPP lacks an ideological stance, coherent policy, and a history of good governance that would address Ghanaians’ problems.

    According to him, the party has continued to be an oddity and an embarrassing ideological proposition to the people of this nation.

    His comments follow his position on the just-ended presidential primaries of the NPP held on August 26th,2023 where Alhaji Bawumia emerged as the winner.

    He claims that Dr. Bawumia’s victory in the most recent primaries validates his claim that the party is just a ballot-paper alternative.

    According to him,after he had led this nation into an economic crisis, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s election at the NPP’s super delegate conference had been seen as a grave political error. The country’s chief economist, the central bank, had built an office complex valued at more than US$250 million after recording a historic loss of more than GHS60 billion, while the average Ghanaian did not have the purchasing power to afford it.

    The founder of Zongo for NDC, Alhaji Said Sinare, who traversed the entire nation and expended all of his energy and resources to ensure that President Mahama secured the crucial and anticipated Muslim votes in the 2020 general elections, has declared that John Dramani Mahama, the party’s presidential candidate, will defeat anyone put forth by the New Patriotic Party because the NPP as a political party has nothing to offer Ghanaians.

    The founder of Zongo for NDC, Alhaji Said Sinare, made an appeal to Ghanaians to vote his National Democratic Congress back into power. He said it was crucial for Ghanaians to align themselves with the formidable John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress, who has the ability to deliver the nation from its current woes.

  • Discover the habits that contribute to premature aging

    Discover the habits that contribute to premature aging


    Premature aging can be influenced by various factors, including genetics, environmental exposures, and lifestyle choices.

    While you can’t control your genetics, you can make choices that help prevent premature aging. Here are some habits that can contribute to premature aging:

    1. Excessive Sun Exposure: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage your skin and lead to premature aging. Over time, this can cause wrinkles, age spots, and even increase the risk of skin cancer. Always use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and avoid excessive sun exposure, especially during peak hours.
    2. Smoking: Smoking is one of the most significant contributors to premature aging. It accelerates the aging process by causing wrinkles, fine lines, and a dull complexion. Smoking narrows blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the skin, which can result in a lack of oxygen and nutrients.
    3. Poor Diet: A diet high in processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats can lead to inflammation and oxidative stress, both of which contribute to premature aging. On the other hand, a diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals can help protect your skin and overall health.
    4. Lack of Sleep: Chronic sleep deprivation can have a detrimental impact on your skin. During deep sleep, your body repairs and regenerates skin cells. Inadequate sleep can lead to dark circles, fine lines, and a lackluster complexion.
    5. Stress: Chronic stress can release stress hormones like cortisol, which can break down collagen and elastin, proteins responsible for skin elasticity. High stress levels can lead to premature wrinkles and other skin issues.
    6. Excessive Alcohol Consumption: Alcohol can dehydrate your skin and dilate blood vessels, leading to redness and broken capillaries. It can also impair your body’s ability to absorb essential nutrients.
    7. Lack of Exercise: Physical inactivity can lead to poor circulation, which may result in a lack of oxygen and nutrients reaching the skin. Regular exercise can help improve blood flow and promote healthy skin.
    8. Not Using Moisturizer: Keeping your skin hydrated is essential to maintain its youthful appearance. Neglecting moisturizer can lead to dryness, flakiness, and the development of fine lines.
    9. Neglecting Skincare Routine: A consistent skincare routine that includes cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing can help protect your skin from premature aging. Products containing antioxidants, retinoids, and sunscreen are especially beneficial.
    10. Not Getting Regular Check-Ups: Some health conditions can manifest in your skin, and early detection is essential. Regular check-ups with a dermatologist can help identify and address skin issues before they progress.
    11. Ignoring Hydration: Staying well-hydrated is essential for healthy skin. Drinking enough water helps maintain skin elasticity and prevents it from becoming dry and dull.
    12. Excessive Sugar Consumption: A diet high in sugar can lead to a process called glycation, which can damage collagen and elastin in your skin, causing it to become less supple and more prone to wrinkles.
    13. Ignoring Eye Care: The skin around your eyes is delicate and prone to showing signs of aging. Using an eye cream and being gentle when applying skincare products to this area can help prevent premature wrinkles and puffiness.

    In summary, adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes protecting your skin from UV rays, maintaining a balanced diet, managing stress, getting enough sleep, and following a good skincare routine can go a long way in preventing premature aging and promoting overall well-being

  • KiDi reveals why artists rarely pursue defamation lawsuits

    KiDi reveals why artists rarely pursue defamation lawsuits

    Ghanaian musician KiDi has opened up about why artists and public figures rarely pursue defamation lawsuits.

    On Metro TV’s Entertainment review show, the ‘Sugar Daddy’ star explained that the legal process and its associated stress deter artists and industry figures from pursuing defamation cases in court.

    “We live in a country where, to be honest, if we say we are being honest, a lot of our systems are quite strenuous. Okay, somebody has done something to you, want to take it to court, you come out of the court even more stressed than you went in. And considering the circumstance of what I was also going through at that time, coming to add this legal issue was going to be stressful.

    “But like you said, I contemplated the idea of taking them on because for how long are these people going to get away with publishing some of these things that are false? But I leave it to God. Yeah, I mean, it was tough for everybody.”

    His remarks follow the debate surrounding his absence from the public spotlight and health-related rumours.

    In March, reports emerged suggesting that Kidi had experienced a stroke and required hospitalization, leading to the cancellation of his North American tour due to health concerns. However, his manager, Richie Mensah, promptly refuted these rumors, affirming the artist’s good health. Kidi also personally confirmed his well-being in a subsequent statement.

    Speaking about the experience, Kidi disclosed that his vacation was caused by the need to take a break from the strain of show business and the performance.

    “In that moment, I don’t think anybody will even figure out what to the right thing to even do because there’s so much happening. Like from left, right, everybody’s pulling phone calls. It was just so much happening.

    “I had to make all of that simmer down, digest everything going on before coming out…. there were other things that I was trying to figure out and deal with. That is why I had to cancel my tour because I wasn’t myself 100%. There was so much going on. Like I said, I don’t want to go into detail… But yeah. Just know that I’m glad to be back. I’m happy.”

    When asked why it took him so long to put an end to the rumours, he responded that he wanted to be ready before returning to the spotlight.

    “I wanted to take a little break because there were a few things happening. So once that was resolved, I was ready to come out because if I had to come out because of that and I would have come out a day that thing came out, I was like, I don’t have to until I’m ready to.”

  • Family of Celine Dion worried due to her stiff person syndrome

    Family of Celine Dion worried due to her stiff person syndrome


    Celine Dion’s sister has shared that the family is limited in their ability to assist her in her battle against Stiff Person Syndrome.

    The renowned “My Heart Will Go On” singer disclosed her diagnosis of this incurable neurological condition in December, resulting in the cancellation of her upcoming tour dates.

    In May of this year, Dion, aged 55, announced the cancellation of the remaining dates of her global tour, emphasizing her determination to regain strength and not give up.

    In a recent interview, her sister Claudette expressed that Celine is diligently working towards recovery and highlighted her resilience.

    However, she also mentioned the challenging nature of the spasms associated with the condition, which are extremely difficult to manage.

    “You know who people often jump up in the night because of a cramp in the leg or the calf? It’s a bit like that, but in all muscles.

    There’s little we can do to support her, to alleviate her pain.”

    She also revealed that their sister Linda is living with the star at her Las Vegas home, which was “comforting for us all”.

    “We’re crossing our fingers that researchers will find a remedy for this awful illness,” she continued. “We love her for the person she is.”

    Stiff Person Syndrome is a neurological and autoimmune disorder characterized by rigidity in the torso and limbs.

    Its symptoms encompass stiffening in these areas and muscle spasms, which have significantly impacted Celine Dion’s capacity to sing and engage in performances.

    This condition tends to affect women twice as often as men and is often linked to other autoimmune disorders such as vitiligo, thyroiditis, and diabetes.

  • Woman who killed Beyoncé’s cousin sentenced to 55 years

    Woman who killed Beyoncé’s cousin sentenced to 55 years

    A woman has been found guilty of murdering rapper Kardone, who was Beyoncé’s cousin.

    The trial of rapper Sasha Skare, aged 24, commenced on August 28 and concluded on August 31, resulting in a conviction by the jury.

    She is set to receive a 55-year prison sentence, with the sentencing scheduled for September 1. Upon hearing the verdict, Skare remained emotionless.

    The case revolved around the killing that occurred on January 26, 2021, where Skare was accused of shooting the victim through his door.

    Surveillance footage depicted Skare in the victim’s hallway, holding a gun in one hand and a cell phone in the other.

    Martell Derouen, known by his stage name Kardone, hailed from San Antonio and shared a family connection with Beyonce through their grandmother. Tragically, Kardone lost his life at the age of 34 when he was shot in the upscale La Cantera apartments.

    A nearby resident had heard a woman aggressively knocking on his door, sensing that a tense situation was unfolding.

    However, they chose to retreat indoors to avoid getting involved. In hindsight, the neighbor lamented that a different decision might have potentially saved Kardone’s life.

    Leading up to the trial, Sasha Skare turned down a plea bargain that would have resulted in a 20-year prison sentence. As a result, she now faces the maximum penalty, which could potentially lead to a life sentence behind bars.

  • Ghanaians do not support their own- Guru

    Ghanaians do not support their own- Guru

    Ghanaian rapper Guru has highlighted a significant issue within Ghana’s creative industry. He pointed out that Ghanaians tend to neglect or not adequately celebrate their local stars, particularly those in the music sector.

    “I think our problem as Ghanaians is that we do not celebrate our own and we see the light but we don’t walk close it”, Guru said on Kumasi-based Angel FM.

    In Guru’s view, Ghanaians often tend to make judgments without taking the time to truly understand or engage with the subject matter they are passing judgement.

    “Meanwhile, in the lands of our competitors, when they see a light, they get closer to it irrespective of how it looks, all they consider is the fact that the light is coming from their country”, he continued.

    According to Guru, the key solution to the decline in the Ghanaian music industry lies in appreciating and valuing the talent and resources already present within the country.

  • Burna Boy admits telling lies in courtrooms and police stations

    Burna Boy admits telling lies in courtrooms and police stations

    Renowned Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Damini Ogulu, widely recognized as Burna Boy, has confessed to providing false information in various legal and law enforcement settings.

    It will be recalled that the Nigerian police previously summoned Burna Boy in connection to a nightclub shooting incident in Lagos last year. Additionally, five police officers affiliated with the singer faced detention by the Lagos police command on charges related to attempted murder.

    The five policemen faced arrest due to their participation in the shooting incident that occurred at Cubana Night Club on Victoria Island, resulting in injuries to two individuals.

    This incident stemmed from a 2017 accusation by Mr. 2kay, who claimed that Burna Boy had allegedly dispatched individuals to assault him at Eko Hotels and Suites on Victoria Island, Lagos. Consequently, the Lagos State Police Command issued a warrant for Burna Boy’s arrest in connection with the matter.

    Speaking on Instagram about his blunt personality, Burna Boy said that he has never lied except in courtrooms and police stations.

    The self-styled ‘African Giant’ wrote, “The only times I ever lied was in courtrooms and police stations.

    “If you don’t like me, I don’t like you more than you don’t like me. You can’t win.”

  • I wanna take care of Rema – Selena Gomez

    I wanna take care of Rema – Selena Gomez

    Selena Gomez, the American singer and actress, has shared her admiration for Nigerian afrobeats sensation Rema, disclosing that she was a fan of his music even before their collaboration on the ‘Calm Down’ remix.

    She revealed that her appreciation for Rema’s work began with his song ‘Runaway’ and that the collaboration was a result of their mutual respect for each other’s talent.

    Selena said she accepted to work with Rema because she loves his demeanor, stressing that she “just wanna take care of him.”

    During his appearance on the most recent VA 100 New York Podcast, the 32-year-old celebrity made this disclosure.

    She said, “I actually fell in love with the song ‘Runaway’ before I fell in love with ‘Calm down.’ I literally was a fan of his. But it [remixing ‘Calm Down’] was all like kind of his idea.

    “When I met him, I honestly was so impressed by his demeanor, how humble and how grateful he is for every moment. And, I just couldn’t pick someone else who deserves all this success in the world. He is so kind. I don’t know, I just wanna like take care of him [laughs].”

  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spotted at Beyonce’s concert

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spotted at Beyonce’s concert


    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, made a notable appearance at Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour concert, held at California’s SoFi Stadium on September 1, as reported by The Independent.

    The couple’s presence at the event swiftly generated widespread attention on social media, with fans of the royal duo sharing pictures from their outing.

    One of the images, circulated on various platforms including X (formerly known as Twitter), captured Meghan Markle’s mother, Doria Ragland, and a close friend, Abigail Spencer, accompanying the royal couple in a private box.

    In line with Beyoncé’s request for her fans to wear silver attire for the performance, both Markle and Ragland were elegantly dressed in silver outfits, while Prince Harry complemented the color theme by donning a light grey blazer.

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex initially crossed paths with the Grammy award-winning singer and her husband, Jay Z, at the London premiere of ‘The Lion King’ in 2019. Since then, their friendship has blossomed. Following the Sussexes’ widely-publicized interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, Beyonce reached out to Meghan Markle with a supportive text message. In the Netflix docu-series ‘Harry & Meghan,’ Markle shared part of Beyonce’s message with Prince Harry, conveying her desire for Markle to feel safe and protected. Beyonce also expressed admiration for Markle’s bravery and vulnerability, believing she was chosen to break generational curses in need of healing.

    Recently, Meghan Markle celebrated her 42nd birthday in the company of friends. However, speculation about a potential divorce with Prince Harry emerged when a photo from the celebration was shared on a friend’s Instagram story. In the photo, Markle was not wearing her engagement ring, though she still had her wedding band on. This led to rumors and discussions about the couple’s relationship status.

  • Technical hiccups force Lil Wayne to abruptly end performance at Beyonce’s concert

    Technical hiccups force Lil Wayne to abruptly end performance at Beyonce’s concert

    Rapper Lil Wayne encountered technical difficulties during his performance at the Beyoncé concert on Friday night at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, leading to an early conclusion of his set. This incident has contributed to a growing perception that Lil Wayne may be unreliable, particularly following a recent cancellation of a performance with 50 Cent.

    The 40-year-old Wayne was among several artists introduced by DJ Khaled before Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour show in LA, but he was the only one to face equipment issues. Notably, other performers, including Wiz Khalifa, Roddy Rich, and 2 Chainz, delivered successful performances, warming up the audience for the main act.

    When Lil Wayne began his set, problems with his microphone became evident. The microphone intermittently cut out, leaving the rapper standing awkwardly before the audience while the music continued to play without his primary vocals. The situation prompted an unidentified voice to shout, “Hold up!” The show experienced a brief delay, and Wayne communicated to someone backstage that the sound problem persisted.

    After one more attempt to test the microphone, Lil Wayne ultimately left the stage, leaving fans puzzled. He graciously said, “Thank you anyway.”

    This incident follows a recent episode where Lil Wayne was scheduled to perform as a special guest at a 50 Cent show but abruptly left after reportedly being accidentally pushed. As a result, Lil Wayne is gaining a reputation for being inconsistent in live performances, having even walked out of shows in the past when he felt the audience was not to his liking.

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  • Infantry Battalion: Kufuor disbands JJ’s “private army”

    Infantry Battalion: Kufuor disbands JJ’s “private army”

    The emergence of specialized units within African military forces tasked with safeguarding presidents and other high-ranking government officials has gained significant attention in the aftermath of the August 30 coup in Gabon.

    The leader of the Republican Guard, General Brice Oligui Nguema, an elite force responsible for the protection of the First Family and other dignitaries, orchestrated the overthrow of President Ali Bongo Ondimba, whom he had faithfully guarded since 2019.

    This pattern of presidential guard commanders unseating their superiors and assuming control has previously unfolded in Guinea, where Colonel Doumbouya removed President Alpha Conde, and in Niger, where Abdourahmane Tchiani played a similar role in the ousting of President Mohamed Bazoum.

    In contrast, Ghana, despite experiencing four interruptions to its democratic journey since 1957, has not witnessed such incidents. Nevertheless, the country does have a historical precedent of a private army known as the Commando unit, established in the early 1980s under the leadership of Jerry John Rawlings during the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC) era. RefWorld’s documentation describes this group as “a private army established by the PNDC in 1983 to protect the Rawlings regime…”

    “Even though the Commandos Unit has been incorporated into the Ghana Armed Forces to circumvent the Constitutional provision prohibiting the establishment of any private army, the 64thIR is the only unit where the other ranks are permitted to carry side arms even when off duty.”

    January 2001: The 64 Regiment pledges its support to the government

    GNA reports that soon after John Agyekum Kufuor became president in 2001, the then Commander of the 64 Infantry Regiment, Lt. Col. Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, pledged his regiment’s commitment to protecting the country’s constitutional rule.

    “We are not a coup-making regiment, neither was the unit established to perpetuate the rule of any one person but to ensure stability at all times and act as a rapid deployment force in emergencies,” he said.

    As part of a visit to the Ministry of Defence to interact with the top hierarchy of the Ghana Armed Forces on behalf of the President, Mr J. A. Kufuor, Lieutenant Colonel Gbevlo-Lartey gave the assurance when Dr Kwame Addo-Kufuor, Minister-designate, visited the unit to familiarise himself with the unit.

    “We are clear in our mission and the task assigned to us and we will continue to perform those duties to ensure stability in the country at all times,” the Commanding Officer stressed.

    June 2003 – 64 Battalion joins Regular Army

    In June 2003, the Kufuor government formally reintegrated the battalion into the regular army through a series of reforms.

    According to a GNA report at the time, the former 64th Battalion of the Ghana Armed Forces has been integrated into the regular army with clearly defined responsibilities.

    “The soldiers who, according to the Minister for Defence, did not have a clear task previously,” now have a clearly defined role in the Ghana Armed Forces, adding that none of them have been sacked or fired from the Ghana Armed Forces.

    Dr. Kwame Addo-Kufuor vehemently denied allegations made by an inquirer during the Meet-The-Press event, asserting that members of the Battalion had been dismissed. He clarified that it was not in the nation’s best interest to deploy such highly trained personnel onto the streets.

    Even after the disbandment, the Kufuor government continued to harbor concerns about the Battalion.

    According to various reports, the Kufuor administration at the time opted for a phased disbandment and reintegration of the battalion, fully aware that many of its members held allegiance to the Rawlings government.

    This decision was met with approval from security experts, who argued that caution was essential, given the apprehension of another potential coup.

  •  “We will demand the expulsion of the IGP” – Mahama Ayariga

     “We will demand the expulsion of the IGP” – Mahama Ayariga

    Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has criticised Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, claiming that regardless of how challenging the circumstances may be, he has a constitutional duty to uphold expectations when citizens are required to demonstrate.

    Ayariga argues that the IGP has constitutional responsibilities to ensure that citizens can peacefully protest and that he is in office to fulfill those duties, not just at his discretion.

    He emphasizes that the IGP’s role is one of authority and responsibility, entrusted by the citizens to maintain peace, order, and security in the country, even during protests or demonstrations. He suggests that the IGP must make every effort to facilitate citizens’ exercise of their freedom to demonstrate, as it is part of his job.

    Furthermore, Ayariga points out that the IGP is paid and provided with the necessary resources to carry out his duties efficiently. Therefore, he believes that the IGP cannot refuse to work when the required resources are available.

    It seems that Ayariga is dissatisfied with the performance of government officials, particularly the IGP, and asserts that the Minority in Parliament will focus on holding public servants accountable for their constitutional duties and responsibilities.

    This statement underscores the importance of upholding democratic rights and responsibilities and ensuring that public officials fulfill their roles in a manner that respects citizens’ freedoms and maintains public order.

    He said that in order to fulfil the expectations of the public, public officials—including the IGP—must carry out their constitutionally mandated duties.

    According to the MP, it is the IGP’s duty to ensure residents have the necessary protection and security when they exercise their right to demonstrate.

    This is essential to ensuring that protests remain peaceful and that individuals or groups looking to disturb the peace are not allowed to do so.

    He warned that because of his actions, the IGP would be the next public official to be fired.

    “The IGP is not there on his own. He should take off his uniform and check to see if he is the IGP. He has constitutional obligations to live up to expectations when citizens must demonstrate, no matter how difficult the task. Even if it is difficult, the IGP must assure the demonstrators’ safety, security, and protection,” Mahama Ayariga stated.

    “We cannot offer you the resources, budget, recruit for you, or equip you with logistics such as vehicles, and you claim you are unable to accomplish your job. After the governor of the Bank of Ghana, we will demand the expulsion of the IGP,” he added.

  • Plot to oust IGP: COP Mensah’s confession shows a pattern of lies -Adams Bonah

    Plot to oust IGP: COP Mensah’s confession shows a pattern of lies -Adams Bonah

    Security analyst, Adams Bonah, has expressed concern about what he sees as inconsistencies and a pattern of lies in Commissioner of Police (COP) George Alex Mensah’s testimonies.

    COP Former Director of Operations for the Ghana Police Service, Alex Mensah was one of the people named by Bugri Naabu as being one of the people behind the voices on the leaked tape calling for the removal of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare from his position.

    COP Mensah initially asserted that the audio was altered during his appearance before the investigative committee and that he was unsure of the recording’s origin and content.

    However, he acknowledged the veracity of the voice on the tape in his later remarks.

    Reacting to this, Adam Bonah pointed out that the inconsistency in the confession shows a pattern of lies in what COP Mensah said.

    “When they put it to him that they could play his own voice back to him, he told them that he didn’t say them from his mind the previous day. And so, what I am saying is that you can see a pattern of lies from the COP.

    “In one way he admitted that is his voice, then yesterday he actually said it sounds like his voice. So, then you see the inconsistencies and the lack of flow. His inability to sustain a conversation every now and then. His lawyer also didn’t help him, you could see he was not very understanding with these answers,” he said.

    Adam Bonah also noted that COP Mensah appeared ill-prepared during his initial testimony, displaying confusion and hesitation in his responses.

    He contrasted this with Bugri Naabu’s demeanour during his testimony, describing the former Northern Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as relaxed and forthcoming.

    “In the two days of testimonies by COP Mensah and the other day of testimony by Bugri Naabu, you can see how relaxed Bugri Naabu was in giving his testimonies.

    “On the first day, you can see how the COP took things. He was a little bit confused, and he appeared he didn’t know whether to say a yes or a no to some of the questions he was being asked. He was not forthcoming with answers on the first day.

    He continued “On the second day, you saw bitterness in him, you saw confusion, tension and at a point he said some of the things he said, he didn’t say them from his mind,” the expert added.

  • 77 security personnel want to leave Jubilee House over unfair treatment – Charles Owusu alleges 

    77 security personnel want to leave Jubilee House over unfair treatment – Charles Owusu alleges 

    Former Head of the Monitoring Unit at the Forestry Commission, Charles Owusu, has cautioned African leaders concerning the treatment of the security personnel responsible for their safety.

    Given the recent occurrences of coup d’états in various West African nations, Owusu stressed the significance of treating security personnel justly and with dignity.

    During a panel discussion on Peace FM’s Kokroo on September 1, 2023, he argued that several of the recent coups in Africa could be categorized as “palace coups,” wherein senior military or special forces officers seize control of the government.

    “Most of the coups that have happened in recent times are palace coups. Palace coups, in the sense that you will realize someone like a special forces commander who is protecting the president has taken power from him.

    “The way politicians treat security men is very important. You are holding a pen, and someone else is holding a gun. Who is more dangerous? The person with the gun is protecting you, but you are not treating him fairly,” Owusu asserted.

    According to him, approximately 77 security personnel at Jubilee House, including members of the military and police, quit because of perceived unfair treatment.

    “Go to Jubilee House and see, the police, soldiers and everyone complaining, it got to a point where almost 77 security personnels decided to leave Jubilee House and go back to the unit.

    “I am not sure that they are taking note that why would they struggle to get the seat of government and yet go back to where they came from… I know many of the people who have gone back. What type of treatment are you giving them?”

    As a result, he expressed concern about this exodus, asking why people would seek positions in government then return to their previous occupations.

    “What kind of treatment are you giving them? Ministers of state have been given police escorts, but they are treated like animals, as if they are not human beings,” he noted.

  • Former Nigerian minister gives reasons a coup can never occur in Ghana and Nigeria

    Former Nigerian minister gives reasons a coup can never occur in Ghana and Nigeria

    Former Minister of Aviation in Nigeria, Femi Fani Kayode, has provided insights into why Nigeria and Ghana stand out as having the most robust anti-coup systems in West Africa. His remarks come amidst a series of coups that afflicted four nations in the subregion between 2000 and 2003.

    In an Instagram post, Kayode asserted, “Within the West African subregion, only two countries maintain a disciplined and professional military establishment, effectively preventing coup attempts. These two countries are Nigeria and Ghana.”

    He supported his argument by emphasizing the democratic credentials of both nations and spoke highly of their current presidents.

    “Both are Anglophone and not Francophone countries, both have legitimate, accountable democratically-elected and constitutional Governments and Presidents with term limits, both have imbued and encouraged the culture of free speech and the rule of law, both have an independent and virile judiciary and finally both have President’s that are rational, reasonable and progressive who are neither stooges or puppets of western imperialist and neo-colonial interests or corrupt sit tight dictators and monsters who wish to remain in power for life and then hand over to their children.”

    He concluded: “It is for this very reason that the very idea of a coup, the truncuation of democracy or the imposition of an unconstitutional Government in either of these two countries is not only unacceptable and repugnant but would also be resisted with every fiber of our collective being.”

    Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and most recently Niger have all witnessed the emergence of military governments following the overthrow of democratically-elected presidents.

    In an effort to address the coup in Niger, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) had initially threatened to deploy a standby force. However, this plan has encountered obstacles as the junta in Niamey remains firmly entrenched.

    Adding to the list of recent coups in Africa, Gabon, located in Central Africa, became the latest country to experience a coup when the military removed President Ali Bongo from power on August 30, 2023.

  • Chief priest of Opoku Ware Hall reportedly dies in a fire

    Chief priest of Opoku Ware Hall reportedly dies in a fire

    The Chief Priest of Opoku Ware Hall at the Akenten Appiah-Minkah University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development tragically passed away in a deadly fire incident.

    The Chief Priest, who had suffered severe burns, passed away as a result of his wounds while receiving care at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

    The Chief Priest, whose identity is unknown, was seen with other university students during what appeared to be a night jam. He attempted to pass through a fire in the middle of the crowd, which was a startling turn of events.

    His clothing caught fire as he stepped through the flames, engulfing him in flames. Subsequently, he frantically ran around, but the fire quickly overtook him.

  • Lil Wayne allegedly ‘storms out’ of 50 Cent’s show after backstage incident

    Lil Wayne allegedly ‘storms out’ of 50 Cent’s show after backstage incident

    The recent 50 Cent concerts have been quite eventful, with both positive and negative incidents.

    The incident where he reportedly threw a microphone into the crowd and injured a radio host is unfortunate and may result in legal consequences for him.

    On a different note, it’s interesting to hear that Lil Wayne made a surprise appearance at one of 50 Cent’s Los Angeles shows. Lil Wayne is undeniably one of the most influential rappers in the history of hip-hop, so his appearance must have been an exciting moment for the fans in attendance. However, it’s unfortunate to hear that 50 Cent appeared to be in a bad mood during the show.

    The “Final Lap Tour” sounds like a significant event for fans of both artists, and it will likely continue to draw attention as it progresses over the coming months. Concerts can be unpredictable, and sometimes emotions can run high, leading to unexpected incidents and moments. Fans will undoubtedly be eagerly following the tour for more surprises and performances.

    It appears that 50 Cent’s Wednesday show in Los Angeles had its fair share of unexpected incidents. The presence of high-profile guest performers like Busta Rhymes, Da Baby, and Lil Wayne should have been a major highlight of the event, but it seems that things didn’t go as smoothly as anticipated.

    The incident involving Lil Wayne, where a member of 50 Cent’s staff pushed him out of the way without recognizing him, must have been disappointing for both Lil Wayne and the fans. Lil Wayne is a legendary figure in the rap industry, and his brief appearance should have been a memorable moment.

    When combined with the earlier incident where 50 Cent allegedly threw a microphone into the crowd and injured a radio host, it does seem like the Wednesday show in Los Angeles had its fair share of challenges and disruptions. Concerts can be unpredictable, and sometimes emotions and circumstances can lead to unexpected situations. Fans attending such events may have mixed feelings about their experiences, with both positive and negative moments to remember.